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.
English
TQBC2301
Turn your own living room into a movie theatre!
Experience an amazing level of multi-
■ Receives digital terrestrial broadcastings using an integrated Digital TV tuner
■ Sharp pictures with HDMI connection
■ Links up and controls the connected equipment with “VIERA Link”
Insert the mains plug fully into the socket outlet. (If the mains plug is loose, it could generate heat and cause fi re.)
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Ensure that the mains plug is easily accessible.
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Ensure the earth pin on the mains plug is securely connected to prevent electrical shock.
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Do not touch the mains plug with a wet hand. (This may cause electrical shock.)
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Do not use any mains lead other than that provided with this TV. (This may cause fi re or electrical shock.)
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Do not damage the mains lead. (A damaged lead may cause fi re or electrical shock.)
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Do not move the TV with the lead plugged in the socket outlet.
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Do not place a heavy object on the lead or place the lead near a high-temperature object.
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Do not twist the lead, bend it excessively, or stretch it.
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Do not pull on the lead. Hold onto the mains plug body when disconnecting lead.
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Do not use a damaged mains plug or socket outlet.
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If you fi nd any
abnormality,
remove the mains plug
immediately!
AC 220-240 V
50 / 60 Hz
Power source
This TV is designed to operate on 220-240 V,
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50 / 60 Hz AC.
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
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local Panasonic dealer.
Keep liquids away from the TV
To prevent damage which may result in fi re or shock hazard,
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do not expose this appliance to dripping or splashing.
Do not place containers with water (fl ower vase, cups,
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cosmetics, etc.) above the TV. (including on shelves
above, etc.)
Do not place foreign objects
inside the TV
Do not allow any objects to drop into the TV through
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the air vents (fi re or electrical shock may result).
Do not place the TV on sloped or
unstable surfaces
The TV may fall off or tip over.
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Use only the dedicated pedestals
/ mounting equipment
Using an unapproved pedestal or other fi xtures may
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make the TV unstable, risking injury. Be sure to ask
your local Panasonic dealer to perform setup.
Use approved pedestals / mounts (p. 6).
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Do not expose to direct sunlight
and other sources of heat
Avoid exposing the TV to direct sunlight and other
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sources of heat. To prevent fi re never place any type of
candle or naked fl ame on top or near the TV.
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Do not allow children to handle
SD Card
As with any small object, SD Card can be swallowed by
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young children. Please remove SD Card immediately
after use.
Notes
Caution
■When cleaning the TV, remove the
mains plug
Cleaning an energized TV may cause electrical shock.
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■
When the TV is not going to be used for a
long period of time, remove the mains plug
This TV will still consume some power even in
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the Off mode, as long as the mains plug is still
connected to a live socket outlet.
■ Transport only in upright position
Transporting the TV with its display panel facing upward
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or downward may cause damage to the internal circuitry.
■Allow suffi cient space around the
TV for radiated heat
Minimum distance
10
10
When using the pedestal, keep the space between
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the bottom of the TV and the fl oor surface.
In case of using Wall-hanging bracket, follow the manual of it.
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■ Do not block the rear air vents
Blocked ventilation by newspapers, table cloths, curtains,
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etc. may cause overheating, fi re or electrical shock.
■
Do not expose your ears to excessive
volume from the headphones
Irreversible damage can be caused.
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107
(cm)
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.
Typical still images
Programme number and other logos
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Image displayed in “4:3” mode
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Video game
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Computer image
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To prevent image retention, contrast is lowered
automatically after a few minutes if no signals are
sent or no operations are performed. (p. 49)
■ Auto power standby function
If no signal is received and no operation is
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performed in Analogue TV mode for 30 minutes,
the TV will automatically go to standby mode.
■Keep the TV away from these types of
equipment
Electronic equipment
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In particular, do not place video equipment near the
TV (electromagnetic interference may distort images /
sound).
Equipment with an infrared sensor
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This TV also emits infrared rays (this may affect
operation of other equipment).
Maintenance
First, remove the mains plug from the socket outlet.
Display panel
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
(1 part detergent to 100 parts water). Then, using a soft dry cloth, evenly wipe the surface clean until it is dry.
Caution
The surface of the display panel has been specially treated and may be easily damaged.
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Do not tap or scratch the surface with your fi ngernail or other hard object.
Take care not to subject the surface to insect repellent, solvent, thinner, or other volatile substances
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(this may degrade surface quality).
Cabinet, Pedestal
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.
Caution
Take care not to subject the TV's surfaces to detergent.
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(A liquid inside the TV could lead to product failure.)
Take care not to subject surfaces to insect repellent, solvent, thinner, or other volatile substances
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(this may deteriorate the surface by peeling the paint).
Do not allow the cabinet and pedestal to make contact with a rubber or PVC substance for a long time.
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Mains plug
Wipe the mains plug with a dry cloth at regular intervals. (Moisture and dust may lead to fi re or electrical shock.)
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Accessories / Options
Standard accessories
Remote Control
N2QAYB000122
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VOLCH
TV
Operating Instructions
with Warranty
statement
This product contains possibly dangerous parts (such as plastic bags), that can be breathed in or swallowed by
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young children accidentally. Keep these parts out of reach of young children.
Optional accessories
Wall-hanging bracket
(vertical)
TY-WK42PV4W
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Check that you have the accessories and items shown
Batteries for the
Remote Control (2)
R6 (AA)
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Cleaning cloth
Clamper (2)
p. 10
Pedestal
p. 7
(angle)
TY-WK42PR4W
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Mains Lead
p. 8
Caution
In order to maintain the unit’s performance and safety, be absolutely sure to ask your dealer or a licenced
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contractor to secure the wall-hanging brackets.
Carefully read the instructions accompanying the pedestal, and be absolutely sure to take steps to prevent
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the TV from tipping over.
Handle the TV carefully during installation since subjecting it to impact or other forces may cause product
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damage.
Installing remote’s batteries
1
Hook
Caution
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.
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Batteries must not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fi re or the like.
Pull
open
2
Close
Note the correct
polarity (+ or -)
6
Attaching the pedestal
Assembly screw (4)
(silver)
•XYN5+F18FN
Assembly screw (4)
(black)
•THEL060N
M5 × 18 mm
M5 × 25 mm
Pole (2)
• L:TBLA3615
R:TBLA3614
Base
• TBLX0047
(TH-42PZ850AZ)
• TBLX0048
(TH-50PZ850AZ)
Warning
Do not disassemble or modify the pedestal.
Otherwise the TV may fall over and become
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damaged, and personal injury may result.
Caution
Do not use any other TV and displays.
Otherwise the TV may fall over and become
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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,
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personal injury may result. Contact your nearest
Panasonic dealer immediately.
During set-up, make sure that all screws are
securely tightened.
If insuffi cient care is taken to ensure screws are
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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.
Ensure that the TV does not fall over.
If the TV is knocked or children climb onto the
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pedestal with the TV installed, the TV may fall over
and personal injury may result.
Two or more people are required to install and
remove the TV.
If two or more people are not present, the TV may be
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dropped, and personal injury may result.
■ Securing the TV
Use the assembly screws to fasten securely.
Make sure that the screws are securely tightened.
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Carry out the work on a horizontal and level
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surface.
View from the bottom
M5 × 25 mm
B
Arrow mark
Hole for pedestal
installation
D
Adjust the panel to your desired angle
Quick Start Guide
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Accessories / Options
L
R
■ Assembling the pedestal
Use the four assembly screws to fasten the left
and right poles to the base securely.
Make sure that the screws are securely tightened.
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Forcing the assembly screws the wrong way will
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strip the threads.
“L” or “R” mark is stamped on the bottom of the
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pole.
R
D
M5 × 18 mm
A
L
Front
Ensure that the pedestal does not hang over the edge
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of the base even if the TV swivels to the full rotation
range.
Do not place any objects or hands within the full
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rotation range.
Set the mark at the centre as illustrated, to
have the swivel positioned at the centre of
the rotation angle.
b
cc
a
(View from the top)
TH-42PZ850AZ
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a: 520.7 mm / b: 424.8 mm / c: 15°
TH-50PZ850AZ
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a: 513 mm / b: 453 mm / c: 10°
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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
TV only
Rear of the TV
Aerial
Push until both
side tabs click
To remove from the TV:
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tabs
Mains lead (supplied)
Make sure that
the mains lead is
securely fi xed.
AC 220-240 V
50 / 60 Hz
Press both tabs
and pull on
mains connector
to release
RF cable
8
Note
Do not put the RF cable close to the mains lead to avoid noise.
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Do not place the RF cable under the TV.
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To obtain optimum quality picture and sound, an Aerial, the correct cable (75 Ω coaxial) and the correct
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terminating plug are required.
If a communal Aerial system is used, you may require the correct connection cable and plug between the wall
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Aerial socket and the TV.
Your local Television Service Centre or dealer may be able to assist you in obtaining the correct Aerial system for
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your particular area and the accessories required.
Any matters regarding Aerial installation, upgrading of existing systems or accessories required, and the costs
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incurred, are the responsibility of you, the Customer.
Example 2
Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR
TV, DVD Recorder or VCR
AerialRear of the TV
AC 220-240 V
50 / 60 Hz
Mains lead (supplied)
Please refer to the diagram in example 1
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for mains lead connection.
Quick Start Guide
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Basic Connection
RCA cable
AUDIO
DVD Recorder or VCR
Note
VIERA Link connection p. 40
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If your recorder is not available for Digital TV p. 50
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Read the manual of the equipment too.
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OUT
VIDEO
OUT
RF OUT
RF IN
RF cable
RF cable
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Basic Connection
Example 3
Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR and Set top box
TV, DVD Recorder / VCR and Set top box
Rear of the TV
AC 220-240 V
50 / 60 Hz
Mains lead (supplied)
Please refer to the
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diagram in example
1 for mains lead
connection.
RF cable
Set top box
RF IN
Aerial
RF cable
Rear of the TV
RCA cable
Fully wired HDMI
compliant cable
DVD Recorder
OUT
AUDIO
OUT
AUDIO
IN
VIDEO
VIDEO
VIDEO
OUT
or VCR
HDMI
AUDIO
OUT
Using the clamper
OUT
RCA cable
IN
RF OUT
RF IN
Do not bundle the RF cable and mains
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lead together (could cause distorted
image).
Fix cables with clampers as necessary.
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When using the optional accessory,
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follow the option’s assembly manual to
fi x cables.
RF cable
10
■ Attach the clamper■ Bundle the cables
hole
Insert the clamper
in a hole
To remove
from the TV:
Keep
snaps
pushing both
side snaps
Set the
tip in the
hooks
To loosen:
knobhooks
Keep
pushing
the knob
Identifying Controls
TV
Function select
Volume / Contrast / Brightness / Colour /
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Sharpness / Tint (NTSC mode) / Bass /
Treble / Balance / Digital TV Auto Tuning or
Analogue TV Auto Tuning (p. 30)
Switch On to turn on the TV or turn the TV to standby mode by the remote control
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Changes the
input mode
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.
Senses brightness to adjust picture quality in “Eco” mode in Picture Menu (p. 26)
Headphones
jack (p. 44)
Remote Control
Standby On / Off switch
Switches TV On or Off standby
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Aspect (p. 16)
Changes aspect ratio from Aspect Selection list
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Also possible by pressing this button
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repeatedly until you reach the desired aspect
VIERA Link Menu (p. 41)
Press to access VIERA Link Menu directly
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Guide (p. 17)
Displays Freeview Guide
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OK
Confi rms selections and choices
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Press after selecting programme positions to
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quickly change programme (Digital TV)
Main Menu (p. 24)
Press to access VIERA Link, Picture,
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Sound and Setup Menus
Teletext (p. 18)
Switches to teletext mode
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Subtitles (p. 15)
Displays Subtitles
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Numeric buttons
Changes programme and teletext pages
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When in Standby mode, switches TV On
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Programme Information
Displays programme information
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Programme Up / Down
Selects programme in sequence
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(p. 15)
(p. 14)
POWER
ASPECT
GUIDE
STTL
INFOMUTE
CHVOL
INPUT
OPTION
GRYB
SD CARD
EXIT
RETURN
AUDIO
L R
VIDEO
S VIDEO
AV4 terminals
(p. 44)
Input mode selection
TV -
switches Digital TV / Analogue TV mode (p. 14)
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AV - switches to AV input mode from Input
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Selection list (p. 22)
SD Card (p. 38)
Switches to SD Card viewing mode
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Option Menu (p. 15)
Easy setting for viewing and sound options
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Exit
Returns to the normal viewing screen
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Cursor buttons
Makes selections and adjustments
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Return
Returns to the previous menu
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Coloured buttons
Used for the selection, navigation and
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operation of various functions
Hold
Freeze / unfreeze picture (p. 14)
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Holds the current teletext page (teletext
•
mode) (p. 19)
Index (p. 19)
Returns to the teletext index page
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(teletext mode)
Sound Mute
Switches sound mute On or Off
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Volume Up / Down
HDMI4
terminal (p. 44)
4
AV I N
SD Card
slot (p. 39)
Quick Start Guide
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Identifying Controls
Basic Connection
VCR / DVD Panasonic equipment
operations (p. 23)
Multi window (p. 16)
Displays two windows at once
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Stereo / Bilingual Sound Selection (p. 46)
Changes the sound track, if programme has
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multiple audio tracks (Digital TV)
POWER
REC
SURROUNDMULTI PIP
Surround (p. 26)
Switches Surround sound
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11
Auto Tuning
Search and store TV programmes automatically.
These steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed by your local dealer.
Plug the TV into mains socket and switch On
(Takes a few seconds to be displayed)
1
You can now use the remote
•
control to turn On the TV or turn
the TV to standby mode.
(Power LED: On)
Start Auto Tuning
2
POWER
INPUT
OPTION
SD CARD
EXIT
RETURN
3
Auto Tuning
Digital TV Scan2169
Analogue TV Scan1
This will take about 6 minutes.
RF Ch Service NameTypeQuality
2
ABC TV SydneyDigital TV 10
3SBS DIGITAL 1Digital TV 10
4FTV guideDigital TV 10
77 DigitalDigital TV 10
CH 29
CH 33
Digital TV: 4Radio: 0Analogue TV: 2
Searching
Analogue TV
Analogue TV
-
-
Auto Tuning will start to search for
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120
TV programmes and store them.
The sorted programme order
depends upon the TV signal,
the broadcasting system and
reception conditions.
Select the picture setting
Please select your viewing environment.
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Home: “Viewing Mode” is set as
Shop: “Viewing Mode” is set as
HomeShop
“Home” is the recommended
mode for viewing at home. Select
“Home” for optimal picture / power
consumption. “Shop” is for in-store
display.
If “Shop” is selected, the word
“Shop” appears every time the TV is
switched on. (p. 14)
“Normal”. (p. 26)
“Dynamic”. (p. 26)
select
set
12
Auto Tuning is now complete and your TV is ready for viewing.
To edit programmes
•
“Editing Programmes” (p. 28)
TV
Many features available on this TV can be accessed via the On Screen Display
menu.
■ How to use remote control
Open the main menu
Using the
On Screen
Displays
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
RETURN
EXIT
Return to the previous menu
Exit the menu system and return to the normal viewing screen
■ ON SCREEN HELP Instructions box
(example: Sound Menu)
Sound Menu 1/2
ModeMusic
Bass
Treble
Balance
Headphone Volume
SurroundOff
Volume Correction
Speaker Distance to Wall
MPX
Select
EXIT
Change
RETURN
Over 30cm
Stereo
16
16
12
Page up
Page down
Quick Start Guide
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Auto Tuning
On-screen operation guide
will help you.
Note
If tuning has failed “Digital TV Auto Tuning” or “Analogue TV Auto Tuning” (p. 31)
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To initialize all settings “Shipping Condition” (p. 34)
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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
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with Mains power On / Off switch.
13
Watching TV
Turn power on
POWER
ASPECT
GUIDE
GUIDE
INFO
POWER
OPTION
GRYB
STTL
CHVOL
REC
INPUT
SD CARD
MUTE
EXIT
RETURN
Volume
1
2
3
POWER
Mains power On / Off switch should be On. (p. 11)
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If “Shop” is displayed on the top right of the screen,
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reset settings in “Shipping Condition” (p. 34), and
select “Home” in “Auto Tuning” (p. 12).
Select Digital TV or Analogue TV mode
Also possible to select the mode using the
•
TV button on the front panel of the TV. (p. 11)
Information banner
appears whenever you
select a programme
1 TEN Digital
Coronation Street
9:00 am - 11:00 am
All Digital Services
10:30 am
Select FAV List
Now
For details p. 15
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Select a programme
up
CH
To select from the Programme List
•
down
or
All Digital Services
6
Cartoon Nwk
7
BBC Radio Wales
BBC Radio Cymru
8
BBC ONE Wales
1
BBC THREE
2
BBCi
3
CBBC Channel
4
Select
EXIT
Connect
RETURN
Page down
Page up
To select the two or three-digit
•
programme number, e.g. 39
If one or two-digit programme
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number
(in a short time)
quickly changes the
programme
select
programme
watch
14
SURROUND
MULTI PIP
SURROUND
Note
When the TV is switched
•
to standby, there will be a
clicking sound after a short
delay. This is normal.
■Select a programme using Information banner (p. 15)
Possible to confi rm the programme name before selecting programmes.
Display Information banner
if it is not displayed
INFO
Possible to set display
•
timeout in “Banner Display
Timeout” (p. 27).
While the banner is displayed,
select the programme
select programme
watch
■Select a programme using Freeview Guide (p. 21)
Possible to confi rm the Freeview Guide (EPG) before selecting
programmes.
Display Freeview Guide
GUIDE
Select the programme
select programme
watch
■Other useful functions
Hold
Display
subtitles
Freeze / unfreeze picture
Display / hide subtitles (if available)
To change the language for Digital TV (if available)
•
“Preferred Subtitles” (p. 27)
Display Information banner
Also appears when changing a programme
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ProgrammeEvent
Example:
1 TEN Digital
Coronation Street
9:00 am - 11:00 am
Rating: PG
Digital TV: Event Start / Finish time
Analogue TV: Programme status
Features available / Message meanings
Bad Signal
Now
STTL
INFO
10:30 am
Current timeCategory
All Digital Services
Select FAV List
Software update
45
Viewing
Display
Information
banner
Sound mute On
II
, I,
,
Audio mode (Analogue TV mode) (p. 46)
Dolby D +, Dolby D
Dolby Digital Plus or Dolby Digital audio
track (Digital TV mode)
Rating:
Rating information (Digital TV mode)
(p. 46)
Bad signal
Poor TV signal quality (Digital TV mode)
To confi rm another tuned
•
programme name
To change the category
•
( To select a Fav List
if you have defi ned)
Information on the next event
•
(Digital TV mode)
B
Encrypted
Scrambled programme (Digital TV mode)
Subtitle service available (Digital TV
mode)
Teletext service available
Multiple audio available (Digital TV mode)
1 - 90
Off Timer remaining time
For settings see below
•
To watch the programme
•
listed in the banner
To download new software to TV
•
R
•
•
“System Update Search Now”
(p. 32)
EXIT
To hide
To set display timeout
“Banner Display Timeout” (p. 27)
•
Watching TV
Extra information
•
(Digital TV mode)
(press again to hide the banner)
INFO
15
Watching TV
O
A
A
A
■Other useful functions
Check or change the current
programme status instantly
PTION
16
Display the
selectable
settings for
the current
programme
Off Timer
Change
aspect
ratio
To change
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Subtitle Language (Digital TV mode)
Allows you to select the language in which
subtitles should appear (if available)
MPX (Analogue TV mode)
Sound Menu (p. 26)
Audio selection (Digital TV mode)
Sound Menu (p. 26)
Allows you to select between alternative
language for sound tracks (if available)
change
select
Volume Correction
Adjusts volume of individual programme or
input mode
Video Selection (Digital TV mode)
Allows you to select the image (if available)
Note
Also possible to change the settings in Menu list (p. 26 and p. 27).
•
Turn the TV off automatically after a fi xed period
Display the
menu
To cancel Set to “Off” or turn the TV off.
•
To display the remaining time Information banner (above)
•
When the remaining time is within 3 minutes, the remaining time will fl ash on screen.
•
Change the aspect ratio
Enjoy viewing the picture at its optimum size and aspect.
Display Aspect
Selection list
To change the mode using the ASPECT button only
•
SPECT
16:914:9
4:34:3 FullZoom1
Zoom2Zoom3
Only “16:9” is available in Digital TV mode.
•
Only “16:9” and “4:3” are available in PC mode.
•
Not available in teletext mode.
•
Aspect mode can be memorized separately for SD (Standard defi nition) and HD (High
•
defi nition) signals. (except Digital TV mode)
Select “Setup”
Main Menu
VIERA Link
Picture
Sound
Setup
SPECT
(Press repeatedly until you reach the desired mode)
Directly displays
the image at “16:9”
without distortion
(anamorphic).
Displays the image
at the standard
“4:3” without
distortion.
Displays a “16:9”
letterbox
(anamorphic)
image full-screen
without distortion.
While the list is displayed,
select the mode
access
select
SPECT
Displays the
image at the
standard “14:9”
without distortion.
Displays a “4:3”
image enlarged
horizontally to fi t
the screen.
Only available
•
when HD signals
are received
Displays a “2.35:1” letterbox (anamorphic)
image full-screen without distortion.
At “16:9”, displays the image at its maximum
(with slight enlargement).
Select “Off Timer” and set the time
Setup Menu
Digital TV Favourites Edit
Digital TV Service List
Child Lock
Digital TV Tuning Menu
Intelligent Frame Creation
Off Timer
Teletext
Preferred Subtitles
Shipping Condition
On
Off
TOP
English
Just
1/3
store
select
Displays a “4:3”
image full-screen.
Stretching is only
noticeable at the
left and right edges.
Displays a “16:9”
letterbox or “4:3”
image without
distortion.
Aspect
Selection list
set
select
Aspect Selection
16:9
14:9
Just
4:3
4:3 Full
Zoom1
Zoom2
Zoom3
Select
Change
EXIT
RETURN
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