Panasonic TH-42PZ77U Owner’s Manual
Panasonic
Operating Instructions
High Definition Plasma Television
Manual de instrucciones
Televisor de plasma de alta definicion
(See page
de inicio
(vea la p&gina 6)
For assistance (U.S.A.), please call:
1-888-VIEW-PTV (843-9788)
or visit us at www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
For assistance (Puerto Rico), please call:
787-750-4300
or visit us at www.panasonic.com
For assistance (Canada), please call:
1-800-561-5505
or visit us at www.panasonic.ca
NQmero de modelo TH-42PZ77U
Model No.
TH-50PZ77U
Para solicitar ayuda (EE.UU.), Ilame al:
1-888-VIEW-PTV (843-9788)
6visitenos en www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
Para solicitar ayuda (Puerto Rico), Ilame al:
787-750-4300
6visitenos en www.panasonic.com
English
__f EspaSol ] Lea estas instrucciones antes de utilizar su televisor y guardelas para consultadas en el futuro.
-_ Please read these instructions before operating your set and retain them for future reference.
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The images shown in this manual are for illustrative purposes only.
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Las im&genes mostradas en este manual tienen solamente fines ilustrativos.
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Turn your own living room into a movie theater!
Experience an amazing level of multimedia excitement
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HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are
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EZ SyncTM isa trademark of Matsushita Electric industrial Co. Ltd.
HDAVI Control TM
HDAVI ControlTM is a trademark of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co. Ltd.
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Camcorder
Contents
Please read before using the unit
@Safety Precautions ....................................... 4
@Notes ............................................................ 5
Enjoy your TV!
Basic Features
DVDrecorder
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
DOLBY and the double-D symbol are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
@Watching TV............................................... 20
@Viewing from SD Card ............................... 22
@Watching Videos and DVDs ....................... 24
Advanced Features
@How to Use Menu Functions
(picture, sound quality, etc.) ....................... 26
@ EZ Sync TM "HDAVt Control TM''-.................... 30
@Lock ........................................................... 32
@Editing and Setting Channels .................... 34
@Input Labels/Monitor Out/Closed Caption ...... 36
@Using Timer ................................................ 38
@Operating Peripheral Equipment ............... 39
@Recommended AV Connections ................ 40
FAQs, etc.
@Remote Control Operation/Code List ......... 42
@Ratings List for Lock .................................. 46
@Technical Information ................................. 47
@Maintenance .............................................. 50
@Specifications ............................................. 51
@FAQ ............................................................ 52
@Limited Warranty (for U.S.A.) ..................... 54
@Customer Services Directory (for U. S. A.)---- 55
@Limited Warranty (for Canada) ................... 56
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Safety Precautions
CAUTION
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.
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.).
arrowhead within a triangle
,_The lightning flash with
,_The exclamation point within
is intended to tell the user
that parts inside the product
are a risk of electric shock to
persons.
a triangle is intended to
tell the user that important
operating and servicing
instructions are in the papers
with the appliance.
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.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for an Other 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 Panasonic Service Center or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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 Caution:
To assure continued compliance, use only shielded interface cables when connecting TV to peripheral devices.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by responsible party may cause harmful interference and could
void the user's authority to operate this device.
Responsible Party:
Contact Source:
email:
CANADIAN NOTICE:
For Model TH-42PZ77U, TH-50PZ77U
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company
1-888-VlEW-PTV (843-9788)
consu merproducts@panasonic.com
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I'4"WA""'"G]
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.
IlSet up
Do not place the Plasma TV on sloped or unstable surfaces. _/sAshort may occur, which could cause fire. Contact an
_ The Plasma TV may fall off or tip over. Authorized Service Center for any repairs that need to be
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-WK42PR2U
TY-WK42PR3U
Always be sure to ask a qualified technician to carry out set-up.
® 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.
Transport only in upright position!
® Transporting the unit with its display panel facing upright or
downward may cause damage to the internal circuitry.
mAC Power Supply Cord
The Plasma TV is designed to operate on 120 V AC, 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.
The included power cord is for use with this unit only.
Do not use any power cord other than that provided with this TV.
_ Doing so may cause fire or electric shocks.
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 itrepaired at an Authorized Service Center.
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.
made.
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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, 1 49/64 " (4.5 cm) or more at
the bottom, and 2 3/4 " (7 cm) or more at the rear.
IlWhen 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.
=elf problems occur during use
Notes
IIDo 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.
Typical still images
@ Channel number and other Iogos
_ Image displayed in 4:3 mode
_f,SD Card photo ® Video game @ Computer image
To prevent "image retention",
the screen saver is
automatically activated after
a few minutes if no signals
are sent or no operations are
performed. (p. 53)
IlSetup
® 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/Optional Accessory
[_ Check you have all the items shown.
Accessories
[] Remote Control
Transmitter
@N2QAYB000100
[] Batteries for the
Remote Control
Transmitter (2)
@AA Battery
[] Antenna Adapter
@F-Type for 5C-2V
[] AC cord C_Pedestal
@TBL2AX00161
(TH-42PZ77U)
@TBL2AX00171
(TH-50PZ77U)
[] Operating Instructions [] Product Registration Card (U.S.A.)
[] Quick Setup Guide [] Customer Care Plan Card (U.S.A.)
(For viewing HD programming)
assemble (p.7)
[] Cable clamper (2)
Hook Note the correct polarity
Optional Accessory
Wall-hanging bracket
(vertical)
@TY-WK42PV3U
(+or -).
(angle)
@TY-WK42PR2U
@TY-WK42PR3U
@Incorrect installation may cause battery
leakage and corrosion, resulting in
Close
@In order to maintain the TV'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.
@Handle the TV carefully during installation since
subjecting it to impact or other forces may cause
its paneling to crack.
damage to the remote control.
÷ 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. 39)
Note
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==Assembling the pedestal
Pole
® Fix securely with assembly
screws _A_.(Total 4 screws)
(_)
Pole
Align the stamped
marks.
==Set-up
® Carry out work on a horizontal and level surface.
_ Bottom view
r
Pole
Rear side
Dole
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Align the stamped
marks.
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Accessories
Assembly screw
(4 of each)
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M5X16
M5 x 30
Pole (2)
Base (1)
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Do not disassemble or modify the pedestal.
® Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result.
Do not use any television or displays other than those given in these Operating Instructions.
® Otherwise the TV 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 set-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 TV, and it might fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result,
Use the accessory fall-prevention brackets to secure the TV.
® If the TV is knocked or children climb onto the pedestal with the TV installed, the TV may fall over and personal
injury may result.
Hole for pedestal
Pole
® Fix securely with assembly screws ,:B)._"_
(Total 4 screws)
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To Prevent TV from Falling Over
The Plasma TV could fall over during an earthquake, etc.
We recommend that measures are taken to prevent the Plasma TV from falling over in such an event.
® The information in this section is designed to reduce the risk of injuries caused by the Plasma TV falling over
during an earthquake, etc.
However, no measure can guarantee protection against all earthquakes.
® The precautions in this section are recommendations for providing more secure installation of your plasma TV if
you live in an earthquake prone area.
® Fix pedestal and base together with band.
Accessories
Y
_' Band (2)
_2)Screw (2)
• Nominal diameter
4 mmx 10 (for 42 ")
4 mm x 12 (for 50 ")
,_3)Wood screw (2)
8
÷ Fix to wall or post with strong commercial wire or chain,
Accessories
Clamp (2)
Remove screw
Main screw
Main screw
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Before Connection
==Watching TV
÷ VH F/UH FAntenna
÷NTSC (National Television System Committee):
Conventional broadcasting
÷ATSC (Advanced Television Systems Committee): or
Digital TV Standards include digital high-definition television (HDTV),
standard-definition television (SDTV), data broadcasting, multi-channel
surround-sound audio and interactive television. VHF/UHF Antenna Cable Box/
® Cable Box/Cable Cable
÷You need to subscribe to a cable TV service to enjoy viewing their
programming.
÷You can enjoy high-definition programming by subscribing to a high-definition cable box. The connection can be
done with the use of HDMI or Component Video cable.
• Recording/playing back with DVD recorder or VCR
® DVD Recorder
This source has higher resolution through interlace or progressive signal.
Connection can be done with the use of Component Video or HDMI cable. DVD Recorder
®VCR
Connection can be done with the use of an RF cable and Composite Video/S Video cable.
or
VCR
• Watching Satellite
® You can enjoy high-definition programming by subscribing to
high-definition satellite source. Connection can be done with the use of
HDMI or Component Video cable.
Satellite Antenna
Satellite
Receiver
• Enjoying Home theater and DVD recorder with
HDMI connection
® Home theater and DVD Recorder
HDMI connection enables you to enjoy higher quality audio and video with
a single cable.
Note
® If your Panasonic DVD Recorder is compatible with EZ Sync (HDAVI control 2), you can operate your Panasonic
DVD Recorder with this TV's remote control (p. 25 EZ SyncTM).
® All cables and external equipment shown in this book are not supplied with the TV.
® For the details of the external equipment's connections, please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment.
==Antenna terminal
==Pinterminals
Home Theater DVD Recorder
• HDMI terminal
®
® Firmly tighten by hand.
red blue
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® Insert firml¥_
® Matchcolors of plugsand terminals.
® Insert firmly.
Basic Connection
TV
Back of the TV
VHF/UHF Antenna
AC 120 V
60 Hz
AC Cord
(Connect after all the
other connections.)
Cable TV 1
VHF/UHF Antenna
or
÷ If using Cable Box
_Set the TV channel to CH3 or CH4.
Antenna
terminal
(If no Cable Box)
or
ANT OUT ANT IN
Cable Box
Note
÷When disconnecting the power cord, be absolutely sure to disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet first.
® For additional assistance, visit us at: www.panasonic.com
www.panasonic.ca
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Basic Connection (Continued)
TV
Back of the TV .....,
VHF/UHF Antenna
AV Equipment
(e.g. DVD Recorder or VCR)
d
VHF/UHF Antenna
AC 120 V
60 Hz
AC Cord
Antenna
terminal
To use HDMI
To use PROG OUT terminals
(p. 40, 41)
To use S VIDEO terminals
(next page)
To use COMPOSITE terminals
(next page)
To use COMPONENT terminals
(next page)
12 " 1
terminals
(next page)
AV Equipment
(e.g. DVD Recorder or VCR)
(with TV tuner)
mTo use HDMI terminals
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1 AV IN 2
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®Connecting to HDMI terminals will enable you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality
sound.
HDMI
AV OUT
mTo use COMPONENT terminals
green
=(,_ P_ COMPONENT
red red
blue VIDEOOUT
red
AV Equipment
e.g. DVD Recorder
white AUDIO
OUT
red
red
® Recorders may also be connected to COMPOSITE or S VIDEO terminals. (see below)
• To use COMPOSITE terminals
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yellow _ yellow
white L COMPOSITE
white OUT
red o((_,)R
red red
iTo use S VIDEO terminals
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AV Equipment
DVD Recorder
or
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®The S Video input will override the composite
video signal when S Video cable is connected.
Connect either S Video or Video cable.
Note
®Some programs contain a copyright protection signal to prevent 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 andthe picture will be distorted on the other TV monitor.
® For the details of the external equipment's connections, please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment.
®Connecting to S VIDEO terminals will enable
you to enjoy greater picture quality than using
Composite terminals.
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Basic Connection (Continued)
TV
Back of the TV
DVD Recorder
or
VCR
Receiver
Satellite
AC 120 V
60 Hz
AC Cord
VHF/UHF Antenna
VHF/UHF Antenna
Antenna
terminal
14
Touse S VIDEO terminals
(p. 13)
To use COMPOSITE terminals
(p. 13)
Touse COMPONENT terminals
(p. 13)
Touse HDMI
terminals
(p. 13)
DVD Recorder or VCR
(with TV tuner)
ANTOUT ANTIN ANTIN
Satellite Receiver
IITo use COMPOSITE terminals
DVD Recorder
or
VCR
COMPOSITE
IN
yellow
white
red
red red
IITo use S VIDEO terminals
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DVD Recorder _
or ........
..............................................................................AUDIO white
VCR l_,,, re
®The S Video input will override the composite video signal when S Video cable is connected. Connect
either S Video or Video cable.
®Connecting to S VIDEO terminals will enable you to enjoy greater picture quality than using Composite
terminals.
® For the details of the external equipment's connections, please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment.
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OUT
Satellite Receiver
white AUDIO
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Basic Connection (Continued)
TV Home Theater
DVD Recorder
Back of the TV
[] DIGITAL
AUDIO IN
Note
÷ It is recommended that you use Panasonic's HDMI cable. (p, 30)
÷ When Using the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals or the S VIDEO OUT
terminal, refer to p. 13 "To use COMPONENT terminals" or "To use S VIDEO
terminals".
÷ If you connect RAM theater or Player theater with HDMI cable, use audio cable
instead of the optical digital audio cable. (p. 41)
To fix To release
Push until it _:¢A_,,__ Press catch
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Home Theater
(AV amp)
HDMI
AV IN
HDMI
AV OUT
clicks _ in and pull
AC cord
To attach
Cable clamper
Insert
To remove
_2-- • Snaps
_, Keep pushing ]
'_:_;'both side /
snaps
To bundle
YTo loosen -_
__eep pushing]
hooks
16 " /
away
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/-To attach
-Band
Insert
To fasten
Accessories
Band (2)
(Supplied with
Pedestal)
To loosen
tab
® Do not bundle the RF cable and AC cord together
(could cause distorted image).
® Fix cables with Cable clamper and Band as
necessary.
® When using the options, follow the option's
assembly manual to fix cables.
Identifying Controls
Front of the TV
Switches TV/VIDEO
Volume up/down
Powerindicator
(on: red, off: no light)
POWER button Remote control sensor
Within about 23 feet (7 meters) in
front of the TV set.
( Note
÷The TV consumes a limited amount of power as long as the power cord is inserted into the wall outlet.
Switches TV to On or Standby
Viewing from SD Card (p. 22-23)
Selects channels
in sequence
Back of the TV
EZ Sync menu (p. 25, 30-31) @ @
Selects Audio Mode for TV viewing c_ rD
(p. 20) o __.
The equipment selection button (p. 24) --
Displays Main Menu (p. 26) ©
Changes the input mode (p. 24)
Exits menus _ oC')
Selects/OK/Change © _"
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Displays Sub Menu (p. 20, 28)
Colored buttons
(used for various functions)
(for example p. 22, 34)
Channel up/down
Changes aspect ratio (p. 21)
Operates the Favorite channel list
function. (p. 21)
Switches to previously viewed channel --
and input modes.
Returns to previous menu ,_ u_
Volume up/down
Displays or removes the channel
banner (p. 20)
Sound mute On/Off
Numeric keypad to select any
channel (p. 20) or press to enter
alphanumeric input in menus.
(p. 24, 25, 32, 34, 39)
Direct channel access for DTV and
DBS (p. 20)
External equipment operations
(VCRs, DVDs, etc.) (p. 24)
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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 power cord is
inserted into a wall outlet and when "Auto power on" (p. 28-29) is set to "No".
Turn the TV On with the POWER button
POWER
OF
(TV)
POWER
Select your language
F> English _ Espanol <-->Frangais _j
RETURN
-- Go back to previous screen.
==Press to exit from _ Adjust the clock
menu screen
EXIT
@
• Press to return to
previous screen
RETURN
@
Note
® To change setting
(Language/Clock/Auto
program/Picture) later,
go to Menu screen
(p. 26, 28)
Year: Select the year
Month: Select the month
Day: Select the day
Hour: Adjust the hour
Minute: Adjust the minute
RETURN
-- Go back to previous screen.
next
/
select
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