Panasonic TH-42PX600U, TH-50PX600U, TX-58PX600U User Manual

Operating Instructions

Digital High Definition Plasma Television

Model No. TH-42PX600U

TH-50PX600U

TH-58PX600U

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For assistance, please call : 1-888-VIEW-PTV (843-9788)

or contact us at www.panasonic.com/contactinfo (U.S.A.)

For assistance, please call : 787-750-4300

or visit us at www.panasonic.com (Puerto Rico)

For assistance, please call : 1-800-561-5505

or visit us at www.panasonic.ca (Canada)

Please read these instructions before operating your set and retain them for future reference. The images shown in this manual are for illustrative purposes only.

TQB2AA0665

Turn your own living room into a movie theater!

Experience an amazing level of multimedia excitement

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

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Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.	HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface
“Dolby” and the double-D symbols are trademarks of Dolby	are trademarks
Laboratories.	or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

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Enjoy rich multimedia

SD memory card

Camcorder

Personal

computer

VCR

DVD player

Amplifier

Home theater unit

DVD recorder

Set Top Box

Manufactured under license from BBE Sound,

Inc.

Licensed by BBE Sound, Inc. under one or more of the following US patents: 5510752, 5736897.

BBE and BBE symbol are registered trademarks of BBE Sound, Inc.

CableCARDTM is a trademark of Cable Television Laboratories, Inc.

HDAVI ControlTM is a trademark of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

SD Logo is a trademark.

Contents

Please read before using the unit

•Safety(Warning/Caution)Precautions·······································4

•Notes····························································5

•Accessories/Options ······················· 6

•Connection ··························· 10

•Identifying Controls ······················· 12

•First Time Setup ················ 13

•INITIAL GUIDE SETUP

for TV Guide························· 15

Enjoy your TV !

Basic Features

•Watching TV···············································17

•Using TV Guide··········································20

•Viewing from SD Card ·······························26

•SD Card: Notes and Cautions ···················28

•Watching Videos and DVDs·······················29

•Displaying PC Screen on TV ·····················30

Advanced Features

•How to Use Menu Functions

(picture, sound quality, etc.)·······················32

•Control with HDMI “HDAVI ControlTM”········34

•Channel Lock·············································38

•Editing and Setting Channels ····················40

•Input Labels/Closed Caption······················42

•Using Timer················································44

•Operating Peripheral Equipment ···············45

•Recommended AV Connections ················46

FAQs, etc.

•Remote Control Operation/Code List·········48

•Ratings List for Channel Lock····················51

•Technical Information·································52

•Maintenance ··············································57

•FAQ····························································58

•Specifications·············································61

•Limited Warranty (for U.S.A.)·····················62

•Customer Services Directory (for U. S. A.)··63

•Limited Warranty (for Canada)···················64

Viewing Guide Start Quick

Advanced

.etc FAQs,

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Safety Precautions

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover or back. No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

The lightning flash with arrow-head within a triangle is intended to tell the user that parts inside the product are a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within a triangle is intended to

tell the user that important operating and servicing instructions are in the papers with the appliance.

WARNING:	To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
	Do not place liquid containers (flower vase, cups, cosmetics, etc.) above the set
	(including on shelves above, etc.).
	Important Safety Instructions

1)Read these instructions.

2)Keep these instructions.

3)Heed all warnings.

4)Follow all instructions.

5)Do not use this apparatus near water.

6)Clean only with dry cloth.

7)Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8)Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9)Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10)Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11)Only use attachments / accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12)Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the

manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart /

apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13)Unplug this apparatus during lightning

storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14)Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

15)To prevent electric shock, ensure the grounding pin on the AC cord power plug is securely connected.

FCC STATEMENT

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

FCC CAUTION:

Pursuant to 47CFR, Part 15.21 of the FCC rules, any changes or modifications to this TV not expressly approved by Panasonic Corporation of North America could result in harmful interference and would void the user’s authority to operate this device.

FCC Declaration of Conformity

Model No. TH-42PX600U, TH-50PX600U, TH-58PX600U

Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America

One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094

Contact Source:	Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company
	1-888-VIEW-PTV (843-9788)
email:	[e-mail]

CANADIAN NOTICE:

For Models TH-42PX600U, TH-50PX600U, TH-58PX600U

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

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WARNING/CAUTION

WARNING

SMALL PARTS CAN PRESENT CHOKING HAZARD IF ACCIDENTALLY SWALLOWED.

KEEP SMALL PARTS AWAY FROM YOUNG CHILDREN. DISCARD UNNEEDED SMALL PARTS AND OTHER OBJECTS, INCLUDING PACKAGING MATERIALS AND PLASTIC BAGS/SHEETS TO PREVENT THEM FROM BEING PLAYED WITH BY YOUNG CHILDREN, CREATING THE POTENTIAL RISK OF SUFFOCATION.

ŶSet up

Do not place the Plasma TV on sloped or unstable surfaces.

The Plasma TV may fall off or tip over.

Do not place any objects on top of the Plasma TV.

If water spills onto the Plasma TV or foreign objects get inside it, a short-circuit may occur which could result in fire or electric shock. If any foreign objects get inside the Plasma TV, please consult an Authorized Service Center.

This Plasma TV is for use only with the following optional accessories. Use with any other type of optional

accessories may cause instability which could result in the possibility of injury.

(All of the following accessories are manufactured by Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.)

•Wall-hanging bracket (Vertical) TY-WK42PV3U

•Wall-hanging bracket (Angled) TY-WK42PR3U

• Plasma TV stand	TY-S42PX600W (TH-42PX600U)
	TY-S50PX600W (TH-50PX600U)
	TY-S58PX600W (TH-58PX600U)

Always be sure to ask a qualified technician to carry out set-up.

ŶAC Power Supply Cord

The Plasma TV is designed to operate on 120 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Securely insert the power cord plug as far as it will go.

If the plug is not fully inserted, heat may be generated which could cause fire. If the plug is damaged or the wall socket plate is loose, they should not be used.

Do not handle the power cord plug with wet hands.

Doing so may cause electric shocks.

Do not do anything that might damage the power cable. When disconnecting the power cable, hold the plug, not the cable.

Do not make any modifications to, place heavy objects on, place near hot objects, heat, bend, twist or forcefully pull the power cable. Doing so may cause damage to the power cable which can cause fire or electric shock. If damage to the cable is suspected, have it repaired at an Authorized Service Center.

ŶIf problems occur during use

If a problem occurs (such as no picture or no sound), or if smoke or an abnormal odor is detected from the Plasma TV, unplug the power cord immediately.

Continued use of the TV under these conditions might cause fire or permanent damage to the unit. Have the TV evaluated at an Authorized Service Center. Servicing of the TV by any unauthorized personnel is strongly discouraged due to its high voltage dangerous nature.

If water or foreign objects get inside the Plasma TV, if the Plasma TV is dropped, or if the cabinet becomes damaged, disconnect the power cord plug immediately.

A short may occur, which could cause fire. Contact an Authorized Service Center for any repairs that need to be made.

CAUTION

Do not cover the ventilation holes.

Doing so may cause the Plasma TV to overheat, which can cause fire or damage to the Plasma TV.

If using the pedestal, leave a space of 3 15/16” (10 cm) or more at the top, left and right, 2 3/8” (6 cm) or more at the bottom, and 2 3/4” (7 cm) or more at the rear.

ŶWhen using the Plasma TV

Be sure to disconnect all cables before moving the Plasma TV.

Moving the TV with its cables attached might damage the cables which, in turn, can cause fire or electric shock.

Disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet as a safety precaution before carrying out any cleaning.

Electric shocks can result if this is not done.

Clean the power cable regularly to prevent it from becoming dusty.

Built-up dust on the power cord plug can increase humidity which might damage the insulation and cause fire. Unplug the cord from the wall outlet and clean it with a dry cloth.

This Plasma TV radiates infrared rays; therefore, it may affect other infrared communication equipment.

Install your infrared sensor in a place away from direct or reflected light from your Plasma TV.

Do not climb up onto the television or use it as a step. (Young children should be made particularly aware of this caution.)

If the unit falls over or becomes damaged through misuse, injury may result.

The TV will still consume some power as long as the power cord is inserted into the wall outlet.

Notes

ŶDo not display a still picture for a long time

This causes the image to remain on the plasma screen (“after image”). This is not considered a malfunction and is not covered by the warranty.

Typical still images

Channel number and other logos
Image displayed in 4:3 mode
SD Card photo	Video game	Computer image

	12	To prevent after image,
4 : 3		the screen saver is
		automatically activated after
		a few minutes if no signals
		are sent or no operations
		are performed. (p. 59)

ŶSetup

Do not place the unit where it’s exposed to sunlight or other bright light (including reflections).

Use of some types of fluorescent lighting may reduce the remote control’s transmission range.

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Accessories/Options

Check you have all the items shown.

Accessories

ƑRemote Control	ƑBatteries for the Remote
Transmitter	Control Transmitter (2)
•EUR7737Z10	•AA Battery

ƑCable clamper (2)

ƑAC cord

ƑPedestal

•TBL2AX00021(TH-42PX600U) •TBL2AX00061(TH-50PX600U) •TBL2AX00071(TH-58PX600U)

ƑAntenna Adapter

•Ffor-Type5C-2V

ƑIR Blaster

ƑOperating Instructions

ƑProduct Registration Card

(U.S.A.)

ƑCustomer Care Plan Card

(U.S.A.)

Installing remote’s batteries

1		Open	2
				Close
		Hook
				Note the correct polarity (+ or -).
•		Caution
	Incorrect installation may cause battery leakage and corrosion, resulting in damage to the remote control unit.
	Do not mix old and new batteries.

Do not mix different battery types (such as alkaline and manganese batteries).

Do not use rechargeable (Ni-Cd) batteries.

•Do not burn or break batteries.

•Make a note of the remote control codes before changing batteries in case the codes are reset. (p. 49-50)

Optional accessories

Wall-hanging bracket (vertical)

•TY(TH-WK42PV3U-42PX600U,

TH-50PX600U,

TH-58PX600U)

Note

Wall-hanging bracket (angle)

•TY(TH-WK42PR3U-42PX600U,

TH-50PX600U)

Plasma TV stand

•TY(TH-S42PX600W-42PX600U)

•TY(TH-S50PX600W-50PX600U)

•TY(TH-S58PX600W-58PX600U)

•In order to maintain the unit’s performance and safety, be absolutely sure to ask your dealer or a licensed contractor to secure the wall-hanging brackets.

•Carefully read the instructions accompanying the plasma TV stand or pedestal, and be absolutely sure to take steps to prevent the TV from tipping over.

6•Handlecrack. the TV carefully during installation since subjecting it to impact or other forces may cause its paneling to

Attaching the pedestal to the plasma television

Warning

Do not disassemble or modify the pedestal.

•Otherwise the unit may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result.

Caution

Do not use any television or displays other than those given in this manual.

•Otherwise the unit may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result.

Do not use the pedestal if it becomes warped or physically damaged.

•If you use the pedestal while it is physically damaged, personal injury may result. Contact your nearest Panasonic Dealer immediately.

During setting-up, make sure that all screws are securely tightened.

•If sufficient care is not taken to ensure screws are properly tightened during assembly, the pedestal will not be strong enough to support the plasma television, and it might fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result.

Use the accessory fall-prevention brackets to secure the plasma television.

•If the unit is knocked or children climb onto the pedestal with the Plasma TV installed, the plasma television may fall over and personal injury may result.

Two or more people are required to install and remove the television.

•If two people are not present, the television may be dropped, and personal injury may result.

Accessories for pedestal assembly

A Assembly screw	B Assembly screw	C Pole (2)	D Base (1)	E Band (2)
(4)	(4)
(for 42˝ and 50˝) M5 x 18
(for 58˝) M5 x 25	M5 x 65

1 Assembling the pedestal

Using the four assembly screws A , securely fasten the left and right poles to the base, as shown in the illustration below.

Pole		a	Front	A	Pole		b
(	)		Pole		(	)
				Pole			Front

Align the stamped marks. Align the stamped marks.

2 Setting-up

* Carry out work on a horizontal and level surface.

Television unit

B

Pedestal

B

Rear

Lift the television unit above the pedestal base, with the back of the display unit on the same side as the Label. Then align the holes in the television unit with the poles of the pedestal and lower the television unit into place.

Use the assembly screws B (M5 x 65) to fasten securely.

Accessories/Options Guide Start Quick

Label

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Accessories/Options

Preventing the plasma television from falling over

* The plasma TV must be fastened to both the base and the wall.

For 42'' Plasma television

Accessories for pedestal security

1 Band (1)

2 Screw (3)

Nominal diameter 4 mm x 10

ŶSecuring to a base

screw 2

D

Wood screw 3

Band 1

Fasten with wood screws in the holes in the back edge of the wood worktop. If there are no holes, first drill them in the middle of the thickness of the wood worktop, and then fasten the strap with wood screws.

3 Wood screw (1)

4 Clamp (2)

ŶSecuring to a wall

Wall

screw 2

Clamp 4

*Use strong wire or chain which is commercially available to secure the plasma television to a solid area of the wall or a pillar.

For 50'' Plasma television

Accessories for pedestal security

1 Band (2)

2 Screw (2)

Nominal diameter 4 mm x 12

ŶSecuring to a base

Front

Screw

Wood	D
Worktop	Band

Wood Screw

Fasten with wood screws in the holes in the back edge of the wood worktop. If there are no holes, first drill them in the middle of the thickness of the wood worktop, and then fasten the strap with wood screws.

3 Wood screw (2)

ŶSecuring to a wall

Clamp

Screws on main body

• Securing method	Clamp

4 Clamp (2)

*Remove the screws at both top corners on the rear side of the plasma TV, and attach the clamps 4 to the plasma TV using the removed screws.

*Use strong wire or chain which is commercially available to secure the plasma television to a solid area of the wall or a pillar.

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For 58'' Plasma television

Accessories for pedestal security

1 Band (3)	2 Screw (3)	3 Wood screw (3)	4 Hook (2)	5 Hook securing
				screw (2)
	Nominal diameter			M8 x 35
	4 mm x 12

ŶSecuring to a base

ŶSecuring to a wall

Hook

Hook securing screw 5

Screw

Band	• Securing method

D

Hook

Wood screw

Fasten with wood screws in the holes in the back edge of the wood worktop. If there are no holes, first drill them in the middle of the thickness of the wood worktop, and then fasten the strap with wood screws.

*Use a flat-head screwdriver to remove the caps at the left and right top on the rear side of the plasma TV, and attach the hooks 4 to the plasma TV using

the hook securing screws 5 . (Keep the caps you have removed in a safe place.)

*Use a strong wire or chain which is commercially available to secure the hooks 4 to a solid area of the wall or pillar.

Accessories/Options Guide Start Quick

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Connection

ŶWatching TV

VHF/UHF Antenna

Cable TV

or

or

F-Type

Antenna

CableCARD™ Adapter

Back of the unit

Fastener

•To unfasten

S-Video

OUT

ANT IN

	Video	AC cord
ANT OUT	OUT	(Connect after all the
	L	other connections.)
	Audio	S-Video signals have
	OUT
	R	priority.
Video recorder	Video	To record TV shows
	IN
with TV Tuner

DVD Recorder /

VCR

L

Audio

IN

R

Note

•All cables and external equipment shown in this book are not supplied with the TV.

•For additional assistance, visit us at : www.panasonic.com www.panasonic.ca

•The S Video input will override the composite video signal when S Video cable is connected. Connect either S Video cable or Video cable.

•When receiving digital channel signals, all digital formats are down-converted to composite NTSC video to be output through the PROG.OUT terminals.

•Some programs contain a copyright protection signal to prevent VCR recording.

•When the copyright protection program is displayed, do not connect the other TV monitor through a VCR. Video signals fed through VCRs may be affected by copyright protection systems and the picture will be distorted on the other TV monitor.

•Set the TV channel to CH3 or CH4 for using Cable Box Connection.

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CableCARDTM Connection

CableCARDTM allows you to tune digital and high definition cable channels through the cable antenna. Consult your cable company on the availability of CableCARDTM.

1.

Connect the cable antenna to ANT connector.

Back of the TV

2. Turn the TV on (see page 17).

3.

Set the input mode to TV (see page 29).

4.

Insert the CableCARDTM (with upper side facing you) as far as

it will go into the CableCARDTM slot on the back of the TV.

Insert mark (e.g.)

Follow the messages displayed on the screen.

Upper side of the card facing you

(The CableCARDTM design varies ) depending on the manufacturer.

Note

•If you experience front panel control or remote control function hang-up when using CableCARDTM , unplug the TV and plug it back on and try the controls again. If this condition persists, please call Panasonic Customer Call

Center for further instructions.

•Do not insert a PCMCIA card into CableCARDTM slot.

Cable Binding Instructions

ŶFixing connection cables and AC cord

Example of “connection cable routing”

AC cord

Cable clamper

Band

ŶAttach the bands

Connect power plug to the socket of the main body.

Fix the AC cord in Cable clamper.

How to fix:	How to release:
Fix by pushing	Pull up while
in till a clicking	drawing the
sound is heard.	knob.

•Do not bundle the RF cable and AC cord together (could cause distorted image).

•Fix cables with Cable clampers as necessary.

•When using the optional accessory, follow the option’s assembly manual to fix cables.

ŶAttaching the Cable clampers

Band	Fastening band

Insert the spigot on the two bands into the pedestal.

Fastening

push the tip of the band in the direction indicated by the arrow.

Loosening
While pressing down on the
tab, gently push the tip of the
band in the direction indicated
by the arrow.	Tab

Snap open	Snap shut

Remove from the TV unit

Push both side hooks and pull out

Connection Guide Start Quick

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Identifying Controls

			Display the TV Guide.	Change the TV Channel.	Video
			Display the Main menu.	(Move cursor to up
			SD CARD slot	or down during menu	Input 3
				mode.)	connector
			Choose menu and	Adjust the volume level.
			submenu entry.	(Move cursor to right or left during menu
				mode.)
				Changes the input mode.
POWER	Remote		Swing up the door at “PULL”.
button	control	C.A.T.S. sensor
	sensor	Plasma C.A.T.S. (Contrast Automatic Tracking System). (p. 32)
Power indicator (on: red, off: no light)				Viewing from SD Card (p. 26)
Switches TV to On or Standby				SAP (p. 19)
Sets the remote to communicate with
other equipment (p. 45)
Changes the input mode (p. 29)				Exit menus
				Select/OK/Change
Display Main Menu (p. 32)				RETURN (to previous menu)
Press to enter the TV Guide				Page scroll on TV Guide
Press to display an information				Display or remove the channel
screen on TV Guide				banner (p. 18)
Sound mute On/Off				Operate the Favorite channel list
Changes aspect ratio (p. 18)				function. (p. 19)
				Numeric keypad to select any
				channel (p. 17) or press to enter
			-	alphanumeric input in menus.
Switch to previously viewed channel				(p. 29, 30, 38, 40, 45)
and input modes.				Direct channel access for DTV and
Channel up/down buttons				DBS (p. 17)
				Volume
Sleep Timer (p. 18)				External equipment operations
SPLIT				(p. 29, 48) (VCRs, DVDs, etc.)
Split Screen (p. 18)
SWAP
Swap pictures in SPLIT operation (p. 18)

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First Time Setup

“First time setup” is displayed only when the TV is turned on for the first time after the AC cord is inserted into a wall outlet. Available only when “Auto power on” (p. 32) is set to “Off”.

1Turn the TV On with the POWER button

ŶPress to exit

ŶPress to return to previous screen

Note

•To change setting (Language/Clock/Auto program) later, go to Menu screen

(p. 32)

2Select your language

	First time setup	next
	Language
	Clock
	Auto program

Language
Language	English	select
English	Español Français

Press to go to previous screen.

Or, select icon, then press OK for same results.

3Adjust the clock

	First time setup				next
	Language
	Clock				select “Clock”
	Auto program
	Clock
	Date	4 / 1 / 2006			set
	Time
		9 : 43 AM			select item
	Date:	Adjust the date
		(Press and hold to change the month.)
	Time:	Adjust the time
		(If the button is held, the speed of change increases.)

	Guide Start Quick
Identifying	Time First
Controls	Setup

(Continue to next page.)

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First Time Setup

4Auto channel setup

Select “Auto program”

	First time setup	next
	Language
	Clock	select
	Auto program
	Select antenna and input modes

										ANT In
Auto program
ANT In										Cable: Cable TV
			Cable						set
Mode										Antenna: Antenna
			All						select
Start scan
										Mode
										All: digital and analog
										Analog: analog only
										(Reduces time
Start scanning the channels										for scanning)
Auto program									start
ANT In			Cable
Mode
			All						select “Start scan”
Start scan
									Available channels (analog/digital)
Now scanning analog channel ...
									•are automatically set.
Progress

Confirm registered channels

ŶPress to exit

Edit Apply

Favorite Add

		- - -		No

2Yes

select “Apply”

ok

•If OK is not pressed after selecting “Apply”, the channels will not be memorized.

Note	5	INITIAL GUIDE SETUP for TV Guide
Auto program is not
•available while the		start
CableCARD™ is
inserted.
•systemsAbout broadcasting
Analog: traditional TV
system
Digital: new system
that allows
you to view		Follow the instructions on the screen to perform setup. (p. 20-25)

more channels featuring highquality video and sound

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INITIAL GUIDE SETUP for TV Guide

The TV Guide Welcome Screen is displayed when you use TV Guide function for the first time, or at first time setup. (p. 13)

1	Identify Your Location
	The Guide uses setup information to provide TV show listings and channel

lineups for your area. a. Select Your Country

b. Use the numeric keys or Ÿ/ź to enter a ZIP Code or Postal Code.

2	Select Your Service(s)
	Select the connected video source(s) for which you would like to receive show

listings.

	Note
	If you do not have cable, you must select Antenna in order to receive a
	•channel lineup and listings.
3	Configure Your Service(s)
	For each service you chose in Step 2, you are asked to select the corresponding
	input.
	Additional setup screens appear based on the types of service(s) you selected.
4	Check Your Settings
	After you have configured all services you selected in Step 2 you are asked to

check your settings.

If you select Yes, continue setup process, go to Step 5 (p. 16).

If you select No, repeat setup process, return to Step 1.

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INITIAL GUIDE SETUP for TV Guide (Continued)

5 Configure Your VCR

If you want to use TV Guide On Screen Listings to schedule recordings to your

VCR, answer Yes, set up VCR control.

Additional screens ask you to

• Confirm remote control options

• Confirm the external connections.

• Select the VCR brand.

• Test and confirm the remote code.

If you do not want the Guide to control recording to your VCR, answer No, end setup and go to Step 6.

6 Complete Setup

The Helpful Information screen is displayed when you successfully complete Guide setup.

7	View Setup Progress Screen
	The setup progress screen appears each time you enter the Guide prior

to receiving your initial eight days of show listings. To close the screen press Ż or [OK].

Caution

•In order to begin to receive your listings, power Off the TV when not in use. Within 24 hours, you will begin to

receive TV show listings. It may take up to six days to receive the full eight days of initial show listings.

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Watching TV

Insert the CableCARD™ when watching cable TV. (p. 11)

1Switch to TV mode

2 Turn power on

TV Guide open up

•POWER button on unit should be On.

3Close TV Guide

-

Note

•Reselect “Cable” or “Antenna” in “ANT In” of “Auto program” to switch the signal reception between

cable TV and antenna. (p. 14)

•The channel number and volume level remain the same even after the TV is turned off.

4Select a channel numberup

or

down

ŶTo directly input the digital channel number

- •When tuning a digital channel, press the button to enter the minor number in a compound channel number.

example: CH15-1: -

To not display TV Guide when turning power On

Select "SETUP"

select

Select "Change default options" and press "OK" button

Select "General defaults" and press "OK" button

5 Select "auto guide" and set "off"

6 Select "done" and press "OK" button

	Guide Start Quick
	Viewing
GUIDE INITIAL	TV Watching
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Watching TV

ŶOther Useful Functions (Operate after in p. 17)

Switches the unit OFF in a preset amount of time from 0 to 90 minutes in 30 minute intervals.

Sleep	•	0/30/60/90 (minutes)
Timer

Information

Recall

Change aspect ratio

Split -

Screen

Display or remove the channel banner.

Channel

Ending time

Show title

Clock

15-2

- 10:30

Andrew’s cooking show

10:00 am

ABC

- HD

CC

SAP

TV-G

1080I

Standard

4 : 3

30

Station

SAP

Signal

Picture

Sleep timer

identifier

resolution

mode

remaining time

Rating Level

Aspect ratio

Change the aspect (p. 52)

•Press button to cycle through the aspect modes.

•480i (4:3), 480i (16:9), 480p (4:3), 480p (16:9) : FULL, JUST, 4:3 or ZOOM

•1080pZOOM./ 1080i / 720p : FULL, H-FILL, JUST, 4:3 or

Watch in multi window

(Audio is from Main picture only)

•Left window (Main picture)

Screen enlargement and volume adjustment are available.

•Right window (SPLIT frame)

The previously selected screen appears.

TV channel or Video input signal can be changed on SPLIT frame.

2

Video1

Normal

Video1

P Out P

							Video1			2
	Video1		2											Video1			2

2

Video1

2

Video1

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Listen with SAP

(Secondary Audio Program)

Call up a favorite channel

ŶSelect Audio Mode for TV Viewing

•Digital mode

Press SAP to select the next audio track (if available) when receiving a digital channel.

Audio track 1 of 1 (English)

•Analog mode

Press SAP to select the desired audio mode.

• Press the SAP button to cycle through the audio modes. (Stereo/SAP/Mono).

ŶFAVORITE

Channel numbers registered in Favorite are displayed on the favorite tune screen. Select the desired broadcast station with the cursor, or using number keys. (see below)

Set Favorite Feature

1 Display the channel to be placed on the Favorites list.

2	Hold down FAVORITE for several
	seconds.

•Press FAVORITE repeatedly to change between pages (1/3, 2/3, 3/3, or exit). Pressing Ż Ź

Setting 1/3	also changes the page.
[1]
[2]
[3]
[4]

3select

ok

Setting 1/3 [1] 26-1 [2] [3] [4]

Press Ÿźto highlight a position on the list.

Then, press OK to memorize the displayed CH in that position.

•You can also use the NUMBER keys (1-9 and 0) to select the recorded list numbers (1-9 and 0). By doing so, the numbers will be directly recorded without having to press the OK key.

•To delete a favorite channel

A memorized channel can be removed from the list by holding down FAVORITE while its position is highlighted.

	Use Favorite Feature
1	Press FAVORITE.

•Press FAVORITE repeatedly to change between pages (1/3, 2/3, 3/3, or exit). Pressing Ż Ź also changes the page.

Favorite 1/3

[1]

[2]

[3]

[4]

2

3

select

ok

Press Ÿź or a Numbered key (1-9 and 0) to highlight a channel on the list.

•Selecting a channel number from the list with the Number keys will display the channel directly.

Press OK to display the highlighted channel.

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Using TV Guide

TV Guide provides an on-screen listing of shows currently broadcast and to be broadcast over the next one week. Initial setup (p. 14) is required.

1 View TV Guide

(from the front panel)

or

•Or Select "TV Guide" using "TVG/Photo"

Current Service Label Indented to identify the current Service screen

Lock/Unlock icon							Service Bar
Indicates status of the Video Windows							Provides access to the main
			Clock				Guide Services
Video Window
Displays TV
video while
the Guide is
displayed (can
be locked on a
single channel
or unlocked
to preview
channels as
you navigate
LISTINGS
and Channel
Editor)
Note:
Video Window
is not displayed
when an
external input
is selected.
		Channel Logo							Title Tile
		Identifies network							Displays show title

	Ad (Menu)	Channel Number
	Location where showor product-specific information
		Identifies channel
	appears (Location where on-screen menus appear)
		number

Info Box

Provides information for a highlighted item

Info

Icon

HD icon

Record & Remind Icons

Indicates you set a recording or reminder event for the show

Highlight

Indicates an active tile

2 Select the menu item from the service bar
ŶTo display program	select	(SCHEDULE / LISTINGS / SEARCH / SETUP)
	set
information or HELP		•LISTINGS
•SCHEDULE

ŶTo scroll pages on TV Guide

ŶTo exit TV Guide or

Checks or changes the schedule of recording and reminder reservation and displays what shows have been recorded. (p. 24)

•SEARCH

Lists shows of the channel lineup. (p. 21)

•SETUP

Searches for the show by a type and

category. (p. 23)

20

Make changes to existing Guide settings. (p. 22)

Selected show title

Watch the show

View details of the show

LISTINGS

Select "LISTINGS" in(p. 20)

Select the show now on the air

(TV screen)

select

set

Select "LISTINGS" in (p. 20)

Listings is always the first Service displayed in the Guide.

Use to move the highlight within Listings to

•View show listings for today plus 7 days (8 days total)

•Read show descriptions

•Tune directly to a show currently airing

•Set a show to Remind

•Set a show to Record

•To lock/unlock the Video Window:

Highlight a channel logo on the LISTINGS Service Bar Label and press the option to lock/unlock the Video Window.

•Access Panel and Channel Ads

Further information appears when you select using key

Details

to display

Select LISTINGS and press MENU:

Video:	Locked (default) – video remains on a
	single channel.
	Unlocked – video changes channels as
	you navigate the grid.
channel ID:	Both – both channel logo and number
	are displayed in the grid.
	Logo – only channel logo is displayed in
	the grid.
	Number – only channel number is
	displayed in the grid.
edit channels:	Change the broadcast service that the Guide uses for any channel.
	Edit the channels that appear in the Guide, reorder their position in the
	grid, change their tune channel, and, if you have more than one broadcast
	service, specify the service and input for each channel. You can modify
	settings directly in the Channel Editor screen.

Use the number keys on your remote control to enter the number of the channel you want to view or enter the number of hours or days you want to jump ahead or back. The Shortcuts menu appears.

•If you entered a channel number press OK when the menu appears to jump directly to the channel.

•If you entered a specific number of hours press Ź (jump ahead) or Ż (jump back) when the menu appears to jump directly.

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