Panasonic TH-42PX710E User Manual

Operating Instructions

Plasma Television

English

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.

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Model No. TH-42PX710E

Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

Web Site : http://www.panasonic-europe.com

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INPUT

OPTION

SD CARD

EXIT

RETURN

Viewing Advanced FAQs, etc.Quick Start Guide

Turn your own living room into a movie theatre!

Experience an amazing level of multi-

media excitement

Enjoy rich multi-media

Camcorder

Ampliﬁ er with Speaker system

VCR

DVD player

DVD Recorder

Personal

computer

Set top box

Contents

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Safety Precautions ······································ 4

(Warning / Caution)

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Notes ··························································· 5

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Maintenance ··············································· 5

Be Sure to Read

Advanced Features

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How to Use Menu Functions ····················· 18

(picture, sound quality, etc.)

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DVB Settings (DVB) ·································· 22

(pay-TV, software update, time adjustment)

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Editing Channels ······································· 24

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Tuning Channels ······································· 26

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Restore Settings ······································ 29

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Input Labels ·············································· 30

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Displaying PC Screen on TV ·····················31

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Viewing from card (Photos) ······················· 32

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Q-Link Functions ······································· 34

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HDMI Functions ·······································35

(HDMI terminal / VIERA Link)

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External Equipment ··································· 38

Basic Features

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Watching TV ·············································· 12

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Watching Videos and DVDs ······················ 14

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Viewing Teletext ········································16

Enjoy your TV!

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Technical Information ································40

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FAQs ·························································44

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Licence ······················································ 46

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Speciﬁ cations ············································ 47

FAQs, etc.

Accessories / Options

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Identifying Controls

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Basic Connection

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Auto Setup

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Quick Start Guide

SD memory card

Notice for DVB functions

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Any functions related to DVB (Digital Video Broadcasting) will work in areas where DVB-T (MPEG2) digital terrestrial broadcasting are received. Consult your local Panasonic dealer with coverage areas.

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DVB functions may not be available in some countries.

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This TV has the capability for DVB speciﬁ cations. But future DVB services cannot be guaranteed.

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Safety Precautions

If you ﬁ nd any abnormality, remove the mains plug immediately!

Do not remove covers NEVER modify the TV yourself

(High-voltage components may cause serious electrical shock.)

Have the TV checked, adjusted, or repaired at your local Panasonic dealer.

Keep liquids away from the TV

To prevent damage which may result in ﬁ re or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to dripping or splashing. Do not place containers with water (ﬂ ower vase, cups, cosmetics, etc.) above the TV. (including on shelves above, etc.)

AC 220-240 V 50 / 60 Hz

Do not place foreign objects inside the TV

Do not let metal or ﬂ ammable objects drop into the TV through the air vents (ﬁ re or electrical shock may result).

(Cleaning an energized TV may cause electrical shock.)

When cleaning the TV, remove the

mains plug

Warning Caution

Do not expose to direct sunlight and other sources of heat

Avoid exposing the TV to direct sunlight and other sources of heat. To prevent ﬁ re never place any type of candle or naked ﬂ ame on top or near the TV.

Blocked ventilation by curtains, etc. may cause overheating, ﬁ re or electrical shock.

Do not block the rear air vents

Notes

Maintenance

Display panel

Cabinet

Mains plug

Regular care: Gently wipe the surface clean of dirt by using a soft cloth. Major contamination: Wipe the surface clean using a soft cloth dampened with clean water or diluted neutral detergent by 100 times of water. Then, using a soft dry cloth, evenly wipe the surface clean until it is dry.

Regular care: Wipe the surface clean using a soft dry cloth. Major contamination: Dampen a soft cloth with clean water or water containing a small amount of neutral detergent. Then, wring the cloth and wipe the surface clean with it. Finally, wipe the surface clean with a dry cloth.

Wipe the mains plug with a dry cloth at regular intervals. (Moisture and dust may lead to ﬁ re or electrical shock.)

First, remove the mains plug from the socket outlet.

Caution

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The surface of the display panel has been specially treated and may be easily damaged. Do not tap or scratch the surface with your ﬁ ngernail or other hard object.

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Use care not to subject the surface to bug repellent, solvent, thinner, or other volatile substances (this may degrade surface quality).

Caution

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Use care not to subject the TV's surfaces to detergent. (A liquid inside the TV could lead to product failure.)

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Use care not to subject surfaces to bug repellent, solvent, thinner, or other volatile substances (this may deteriorate the surface by peeling the paint).

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Do not allow the cabinet to make contact with a rubber or PVC substance for a long time.

When TV will not be used for a

long time, remove the mains plug

This TV will still consume some power even in the Off mode, as long as the mains plug is still connected to a live socket outlet.

Do not allow children to handle SD card

As with a small object, SD card can be swallowed by young children. Please remove SD card immediately after use.

Do not place the TV on sloped or unstable surfaces

The TV may fall off or tip over.

Use only the dedicated stands / mounting equipment

Using an unauthorized stand or other ﬁ xtures may make the TV shaky, risking injury. Be sure to ask your local Panasonic dealer to perform setup. Use optional stands / mounts (p. 6).

Transporting the TV with its display panel facing upright or downward may cause damage to the internal circuitry.

Transport only in upright position

Handling the mains plug and lead

Insert the mains plug fully into the socket outlet. (If the mains plug is loose, it could generate heat and cause ﬁ re.) Ensure that the mains plug is easily accessible. Ensure the grounding pin on the mains plug is securely connected to prevent electrical shock.

An apparatus with CLASS I construction shall be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.

Do not touch the mains plug with a wet hand. (This may cause electrical shock.) Do not use any mains lead other than that provided with this TV. (This may cause ﬁ re or electrical shock.) Do not damage the mains lead. (A damaged lead may cause ﬁ re or electrical shock.)

Do not move the TV with the lead plugged in the socket outlet. Do not place a heavy object on the lead or place the lead near a high-temperature object. Do not twist the lead, bend it excessively, or stretch it. Do not pull on the lead. Hold onto the mains plug body when disconnecting lead. Do not use a damaged mains plug or socket outlet.

Electronic equipment In particular, do not place video equipment near the TV (electromagnetic interference may distort images / sound).

Equipment with an infrared sensor This TV also emits infrared rays (this may affect

operation of other equipment).

Keep the TV away from these equipment

If no signal is received and no operation is performed in TV mode for 30 minutes, the TV will automatically go to standby mode.

Auto power standby function

Do not display a still picture for a long time

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

To prevent image retention, contrast is lowered automatically after a few minutes if no signals are sent or no operations are performed. (p. 44)

Typical still images

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

Allow sufﬁ cient space around the

TV for radiated heat

(cm)

Minimum distance

Quick Start Guide

OPTION

SD CARD

EXIT

RETURN

INPUT

MULTI WINDOW DIRECT TV REC

ULL

Identifying ControlsAccessories / Options

Batteries for the Remote Control Transmitter

(2)

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R6 (UM3)

Remote Control Transmitter

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N2QAYB000114

Standard accessories

Check that you have the accessories and items shown

Operating Instructions

Pan European Guarantee Card

Installing remote’s batteries

Pull open

Hook

Note the correct polarity (+ or -)

Caution

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Incorrect installation may cause battery leakage and corrosion, resulting in damage to the remote control.

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Do not mix old and new batteries.

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

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Do not use rechargeable (Ni-Cd) batteries.

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Do not burn or breakup batteries.

Using the clamper

Cursor buttons to make selections and adjustments

Standby On / Off switch

(Switches TV On or Off standby)

Sound mute On / Off

Changes aspect ratio (p. 13)

Selects programmes in sequence

Teletext (p. 16)

OK button to conﬁ rm selections and choices Press after selecting programme positions to quickly change programme.

VCR / DVD operations (p. 15)

Volume

Programme Information (p. 13)

Teletext Index (p. 17)

Coloured buttons used for the selection, navigation and operation of various functions

EXIT

(Returns to TV screen)

DIRECT TV Recording

To immediately record programme in VCR / DVD recorder with Q-Link connection

(p. 34)

Programme / channel change buttons (0-9) and Teletext page buttons.

(p. 12 and p. 16)

When in Standby mode, switches TV On.

Access VIERA Link Menu (p. 37) Programme Guide (p. 12)

Option menu Sets the preferred settings of viewing and sound options easily (p. 12)

Main Menu Press to access VIERA Link, Picture, Sound and Setup menus (p. 18)

Subtitles Showing subtitles (p. 12)

Multi window (p. 13)

Surround (p. 20)

Changes the input mode TV -

switches DVB (digital broadcasting) / Analogue mode

(p. 12)

AV - changes AV input mode (p. 14)

Viewing SD Card (p. 32)

Returns to the previous menu

Still picture (p. 12) Teletext Hold (p. 17)

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Identifying Controls

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Accessories / Options

Clamper (2)

Mains Lead

Pedestal (ST-42D2-WG)

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TBL0E0015

Read the manual of the pedestal for installation.

Caution

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

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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.

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Handle the TV carefully during installation since subjecting it to impact or other forces may cause product damage.

Optional accessories

Pedestal Plasma TV stand Wall-hanging bracket

(vertical)

TY-WK42PV3W

(angle)

TY-WK42PR3W

TY-ST42D1-WG TY-ST42D1-WK TY-ST42D2-WK

TY-S42PX700W

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Do not bundle the RF cable and mains lead together (could cause distorted image).

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Fix cables with clampers as necessary.

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When using the optional accessory, follow the option’s assembly manual to ﬁ x cables.

Snap open

Snap shut

Remove from the TV

Push both side hooks and pull out

Rear of the TV

Remote control signal receiver

DVB LED

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DVB system active during Direct TV Recording (Standby) :orange

Power LED

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Standby: red On: green

Lift door to open

Mains power On / Off switch

Increases or decreases the programme position by one. When a function is already displayed, press to increase or decrease the selected function. When in Standby mode, switches TV On.

Changes the input mode

Function select

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Volume / Contrast / Brightness / Colour / Sharpness / Tint (NTSC mode) / Bass / Treble / Balance / Auto Setup (p. 27)

Headphones jack

(p. 38)

AV4 terminals

(p. 38)

SD CARD slot (p. 33)

C.A.T.S. (Contrast Automatic Tracking System) sensor

( senses brightness to adjust picture quality in “Auto” Mode in Picture Menu) (p. 20)

HDMI3 terminal

(p. 38)

Quick Start Guide

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Basic Connection

External equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this TV. Please ensure that the unit is disconnected from the mains socket before attaching or disconnecting any leads. When disconnecting the mains lead, be absolutely sure to disconnect the mains plug at the socket outlet ﬁ rst.

Example 1 Connecting aerial

Example 2 Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR

Note

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Connect to AV2 / 3 for a DVD Recorder / VCR supporting Q-Link (p. 34).

Example 3 Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR and Set top box

Mains lead (supplied)

SCART cable (fully wired)

DVD Recorder or VCR

RF cable

Aerial AerialRear of the TV Rear of the TV

RF cable

TV only TV, DVD Recorder or VCR

AC 220-240 V 50 / 60 Hz

DVD Recorder

or VCR

SCART cable (fully wired)

RF cable

Aerial

Mains lead (supplied)

Rear of the TV

Set top box

AC 220-240 V 50 / 60 Hz

RF cable

TV, DVD Recorder / VCR and Set top box

SCART cable

(fully wired)

SCART cable (fully wired)

RF cable

Clamper

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To unfasten

RF IN

RF OUT

RF IN

RF OUT

RF IN

Quick Start Guide

Country

Portugal

Spain

Italy

France

Austria

Germany

Netherlands

Hungary

Czech

E.Eu

Poland

Switzerland

Belgium

Finland

Norway

Sweden

Denmark

Greece

Menüsprache

Slovenčina

Čeština

Еλληνικά

Italiano

Français

English

Srpski

Deutsch

Português

Türkçe

Suomi

Polski

Românǎ

Hrvatski

Nederlands

Slovenščina

Български

Magyar

Svenska

Dansk

Norsk

Español

Plug the TV into mains socket and switch On

(Takes a few seconds to be displayed)

(example: Sound Menu)

On-screen operation guide will help you.

Auto Setup

Search and store TV channels automatically. These steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed by your local dealer.

Auto Setup is now complete and your TV is ready for viewing.

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You can now use the remote control to turn On the TV or turn the TV to standby mode. (Power LED: On)

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To edit channels

Editing Channels (p. 24)

Analogue Programme Edit (p. 27)

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ON SCREEN HELP Instructions box

Open the main menu

Return to the previous menu

Move the cursor / select the menu

Move the cursor / adjust levels / select from a range of options

Access the menu / store settings after adjustments have been made or options have been set

Many features available on this TV can be accessed via the On Screen Display menu.

Note

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If tuning has failed “Auto Setup” (p. 27).

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If downloading has failed “Download” (p. 21).

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If you turned the TV Off during Standby mode last time, the TV will be in Standby mode when you turn the TV On with Mains power On / Off switch.

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How to use remote control

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Auto Setup

Using the On Screen Displays

Exit the menu system and return to the normal viewing screen

Start Auto Setup

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If a compatible recording equipment with Q-Link or similar technologies (p. 34) is connected, analogue channel information is automatically downloaded to the equipment.

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Auto Setup will start to search for TV channels and store them.

The sorted programme order

depends upon the TV signal, the broadcasting system and reception conditions.

Select your country

select

Select the language

select

store

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Also possible to change the setting in Picture Menu (p. 20)

Select the picture setting

select

set

INPUT

OPTION

SD CARD

EXIT

RETURN

Auto Setup - Digital and Analogue

Digital Scan 5 69 Analogue Scan 2 78 1 41

Channel Service Name Type Quality

CBBC Channel DVB 10 62 BBC Radio Wales DVB 10 62

BBC Radio Cymru 62

E4 62

Cartoon Nwk

CH 29 CH 33

BBC1

This will take about 3 mins.

EXIT

RETURN

DOWNLOAD IN PROGRESS

Remote control unavailable

PLEASE WAIT

Programme : 63

DVB 10 DVB 10 DVB 10 Analogue Analogue

RETURN

EXIT

Sound Menu

Mode Music

Bass Treble Balance Headphone Volume Surround Off Volume Correction MPX Stereo Reset to Default Set

Select

EXIT Change RETURN

Viewing Mode

Dynamic Normal Cinema Auto

Viewing

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To select the two or three-digit programme number, e.g. 39

Watching TV

down

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Watching TV

Freeze / unfreeze picture

Hold

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Other useful functions (Operate after )

Watch TV, DVD, etc. in multi window

View in multi window (p. 41)

Main screen

Colour bar

Sub screen

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To exit multi window (return to the single-screen view with main screen)

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To change the layout, images, ﬁ rst show the colour bar

To change the layout

To swap

To exit multi window

To change the input mode or position of sub screen

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Remote control operations apply to the main screen.

Enjoy viewing two images at once, such as a TV programme and a DVD.

Picture-in-Picture mode (PinP) Picture-and-Picture mode (PandP)

Operations in multi window

Swap sub screen for main screen

Change the input mode or position by the remote control (p. 12 or p. 14)

Swap again

blue

(in a short time)

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Other useful functions (Operate after )

Display the current programme status

OPTION

Check or change the current programme status instantly

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To change

Subtitle Language (DVB mode)

Possible if the programme has some languages of subtitles

Multi Audio (DVB mode)

Possible if the programme has some languages of sounds

Teletext Language

Setup Menu (p. 21)

MPX (Analogue mode)

Sound Menu (p. 20)

Volume Correction

Adjusts volume of individual channel or input mode

select

change

Note

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Also possible to change the settings in Menu list (p. 20 and p. 21).

Change aspect ratio

Change the aspect ratio (p. 40)

Enjoy viewing the picture at its optimum size and aspect.

Aspect Selection list

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To change the mode

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To change the mode using the ASPECT button only

(Press repeatedly until you reach the desired mode)

Display Aspect Selection list

During the list is displayed, select the mode

Store

Select a channel

Volume

Select DVB (Digital Video Broadcasting) or Analogue

Information banner

Mains power On / Off switch should be On.

(Press for about 1 second)

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You can also select the mode using the TV button on the front panel of the TV.

Display subtitles

STTL

Display / hide subtitles (if available)

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To change the language for DVB

“Preferred Subtitles” (p. 21) (If available)

Turn power on

Note

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To watch pay-TV (p. 23)

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To select from the Programme Guide

select programme

watch

select page

Display information banner

Display programme information

Sound mute

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To set display timeout

“Banner Display Timeout” (p. 21)

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To hide

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Appears also when changing channel.

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Information of another channel

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Information on next programme

(DVB)

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To watch the programme listed in the banner

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Information banner operation

1st press Display banner

2nd press Banner + programme synopsis (DVB)

3rd press Exit

Scrambled broadcasting

Subtitle

Teletext

Stereo sound / multiple audio

Off timer

Features available

Programme

DVB: Programme

Start / Finish time

Analogue: Programme

Status

Channel Current time Category

To change the category

Weak TV signal

Dolby Digital

1 BBS

Corontation Street 20 : 00 ~ 20 : 55

All DVB Services

Cartoon Nwk

BBC Radio Wales

7 8

BBC Radio Cymru

BBC ONE Wales

BBC THREE

BBCi

CBBC Channel

Select

EXIT

Connect

Page up/down RETURN

INPUT

OPTION

MULTI WINDOW

DIRECT TV REC

SD CARD

EXIT

RETURN

Profile 1

23:35

Change category

For info press

Now

1 BBS

Corontation Street 20 : 00 ~ 20 : 55

DVD

Exit PandP Swap

blue

AV1/RGB

Exit PandP Swap

blue

23:35

Bad Signal Encrypted Dolby D

AV1/RGB

DVD

green

red

Now

MULTI WINDOW

yellow

green

yellow

Profile 1

Change category

For info press

Exit PinP Swap

EXIT

AV1/RGBDVD

Aspect selection

Auto

16:9 14:9 Just 4:3 4:3 Full Zoom1 Zoom2 Zoom3

Change

MULTI WINDOW

blue

Select

EXIT

RETURN

Viewing

OPTION

SD CARD

EXIT

RETURN

MULTI WINDOW DIRECT TV REC

INPUT

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Watching Videos and DVDs

Connect the external equipment (VCRs, DVD equipment, etc.) and you can watch the input. To connect the equipment (p. 8 and p. 9) The Remote Control is capable of operating some functions of selected Panasonic external equipment.

Select the input mode connected to the equipment

Note

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If the external equipment has an aspect adjustment function, set to “16:9”.

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For details, see the manual of the equipment or ask your local dealer.

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To return to TV

Display the Input select menu

Displays the selected mode

Turn the TV on

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When connecting with SCART as example 2 or 3 (p. 8 and p. 9)

Receives input signals automatically when playback starts

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Input signals are automatically identiﬁ ed by the SCART (pin 8) terminal.

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This function is also available for HDMI connections (p. 37).

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If input mode is not switched automatically

Perform and

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You can also select the input using the AV button on the remote control or the front panel of the TV.

Press the button repeatedly until the desired input is selected.

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You can label or skip each input modes “Input Labels” (p. 30)

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Dependant on the setup of the equipment

VCR / DVD switch

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Select VCR to operate Panasonic VCR or DVD equipment Select DVD to operate Panasonic DVD equipment or Player home theatre

Standby

Set to Standby mode / Turn on

Play

Playback videocassette / DVD

Stop

Stop the operations

Rewind / Skip / Search

VCR: Rewind, view the picture rapidly in reverse DVD: Skip to the previous track or title Press and hold to search backward

Fast-forward / Skip / Search

VCR: Fast-forward, view the picture rapidly forward DVD: Skip to the next track or title Press and hold to search forward

Pause

Pause / Restart DVD: Press and hold to play at slow speed

Programme Up / Down

Select programme

Record

Start recording

Panasonic equipment connected to the TV can be directly operated with the remote control.

Note

•

Conﬁ rm correct operation after the code changed.

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The codes will be reset to default values if batteries are replaced.

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“DVD” means DVD player, DVD recorders and Recorder home theatre.

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Some operations may not be possible on some equipment models.

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Setting your remote control to operate Panasonic VCR, DVD, etc.

Set the VCR / DVD switch to the appropriate position Press and hold during the following operations

Enter the appropriate code for the equipment to be controlled, see table below

Press

“VCR” position

Equipment Code

VCR 10 (default) DVD 11

“DVD” position

Equipment Code

DVD 70 (default)

Player home theatre

Input Selection

AV1

AV2/AV2S

AV4/AV4S

AV3/AV3S

COMPONENT PC HDMI1 HDMI2 HDMI3 TV

View

select

watch

+ 16 hidden pages