Panasonic th-58pe75 Operation Manual

High Definition Plasma Television

Televisor de plasma de alta definición

Quick Start Guide

(See page 6)

Guía de inicio rápido

(vea la página 6)

Operating Instructions

Manual de instrucciones

Model No.

Número de modelo

TH-58PE75U

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

Para solicitar ayuda (EE.UU.), llame al:
1-888-VIEW-PTV (843-9788)
ó visítenos en www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

Para solicitar ayuda (Puerto Rico), llame al:
787-750-4300

ó visítenos en www.panasonic.com

English

Español

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.

Lea estas instrucciones antes de utilizar su televisor y guárdelas para consultarlas en el futuro.
Las imágenes mostradas en este manual tienen solamente fines ilustrativos.

TQB2AA0752

Turn your own living room into a movie theater!

Experience an amazing level of multimedia excitement

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SDHC Logo is a trademark.

HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are

trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

GalleryPlayer and the

GalleryPlayer Logo are

trademarks of GalleryPlayer, Inc.

EZ Sync™

EZ Sync™ is a trademark of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

HDAVI Control™

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

Enjoy rich multimedia

SD memory card

Camcorder

Contents

Please read before using the unit

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

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

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Quick Start Guide

Accessories/Optional Accessory

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To Prevent TV from Falling Over

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Before Connection ······················ 10

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Basic Connection ·························11

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Identifying Controls ····················17

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First Time Setup ··························18

··· 6

··· 8

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Amplifier
Home theater
system

VCR DVD player

DVD recorder Set Top Box

Enjoy your TV!

Basic Features

Watching TV ···············································20

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Viewing from SD Card ·······························22

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Watching Videos and DVDs ·······················24

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Advanced Features

How to Use Menu Functions

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(picture, sound quality, etc.) ·······················26
EZ SyncTM “HDAVI ControlTM” ·····················30

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Lock ···························································32

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Editing and Setting Channels ····················34

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Input Labels/Monitor Out/Closed Caption

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Using Timer ················································38

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Recommended A V Connections ················40

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Viewing Advanced FAQs, etc.Quick Start Guide

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Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

DOLBY and the double-D symbol are

trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

FAQs, etc.

Ratings List for Lock ··································42

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Technical Information ·································43

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Maintenance ··············································46

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Specifications ·············································47

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FAQ ····························································48

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Limited Warranty (for U.S.A.) ·····················50

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Customer Services Directory (for U. S. A.)

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Limited Warranty (for Canada) ···················52

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····51

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Safety Precautions

The lightning flash with
arrowhead within a triangle

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.

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.

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.

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FCC STATEMENT

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.

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: Panasonic Corporation of North America

One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094

Contact Source: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company

1-888-VIEW-PTV (843-9788)

email: [email protected]

CANADIAN NOTICE:

For Model TH-58PE75U
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

WARNING/CAUTION

If problems occur during use

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 P ACKAGING MATERIALS AND PLASTIC BAGS/SHEETS
TO PREVENT THEM FROM BEING PLAYED WITH BY YOUNG
CHILDREN, CREATING THE POTENTIAL RISK OF SUFFOCATION.

Set up

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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

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.

AC Power Supply Cord

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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 it repaired at an Authorized Service Center.

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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.

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.

When using the Plasma TV

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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.

CAUTION

Notes

Do not display a still picture for a long time

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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 logos
Image displayed in 4:3 mode
SD Card photo

Video game

Computer image

4 : 3

Setup

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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.

12

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. 49)

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Accessories/Optional Accessory

Check you have all the items shown.

Accessories

Remote Control
Transmitter

N2QAYB000103

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AC cord

Operating Instructions
Quick Setup Guide

(For viewing HD programming)

Remote Control
Transmitter

AA Battery

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Pedestal

TBL2AX00191

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Antenna Adapter

F-Type for 5C-2V

(2)

Product Registration Card (U.S.A.)
Customer Care Plan Card (U.S.A.)

Installing the remote’s batteries

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How to assemble (p.7)

Cable clamper (2)Batteries for the

1

Open

Hook

Optional Accessory

Wall-hanging bracket

(vertical)

TY-WK42PV3U

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Caution

2

Close

Note the correct polarity
(+ or -).

Note

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

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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

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or other forces may cause its paneling to crack.

Incorrect installation may cause battery

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leakage and corrosion, resulting in
damage to the remote control.

Do not mix old and new batteries.

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Do not mix different battery types (such as

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alkaline and manganese batteries).
Do not use rechargeable (Ni-Cd) batteries.

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Do not burn or break batteries.

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Attaching the pedestal to TV

Assembling the pedestal

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Installing the poles Securing the poles

Base

Front

Pole

Base

Pole

A

Quick Start Guide

Insert the poles into the left and right holes in the
underside of the base so that they fit securely as
shown in the illustration above.

Set-up

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Carry out work on a horizontal and level surface.

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B

Arrow mark

Pole

Base

Label

Use the assembly A screws to secure the poles firmly
to the bottom of the base.

Note

Forcing the assembly screws the wrong way will strip
the threads.

Bottom view

Rear side

Hole for pedestal
installation

Pole

Fix securely with assembly

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screws B.
(Total 4 screws)

Accessories

Accessories/Optional Accessory

Assembly screw
(4 of each)

A

M5 x 20

B

M5 x 30

Pole (2)

Base (1)

Warning

Do not disassemble or modify the pedestal.

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

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Caution

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.

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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

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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

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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

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injury may result.

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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

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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

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you live in an earthquake prone area.

Securing to a base

Fix pedestal and base together with band.

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Accessories

Band (4) Screw (4)

• Nominal diameter
4 mm x 12

Wood screw (4)

8

Securing to a wall

Fix to wall or post with strong commercial wire or chain.

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Accessories

Quick Start Guide

Hook

Hook (2) Hook securing screw (2)

• M8 x 35

Remove
screw

Hook securing
screw

To Prevent TV from Falling Over

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Reference of connection

Before Connection

Connected Equipment Introduction (Signal source)

Watching TV

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VHF/UHF Antenna

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NTSC (National Television System Committee):

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Conventional broadcasting

ATSC (Advanced Television Systems Committee):

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Digital TV Standards include digital high-definition television (HDTV),

standard-definition television (SDTV), data broadcasting, multi-channel
surround-sound audio and interactive television.

Cable Box/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

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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.
VCR

•

Connection can be done with the use of an RF cable and Composite Video/S Video cable.

VHF/UHF Antenna Cable Box/

DVD Recorder

or

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

Enjoying Home theater and DVD recorder with

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HDMI connection

Home theater and DVD Recorder

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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

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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.

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For the details of the external equipment’s connections, please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment.

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Antenna terminal

■

Pin terminals

■

HDMI terminal

■

Satellite

Receiver

DVD RecorderHome Theater

10

Firmly tighten by hand.

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greenbluered

green

Match colors of plugs and terminals.

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Insert firmly.

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Insert firmly.

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To connect antenna terminals

Basic Connection

Example 1

TV

Back of the TV

Connecting Antenna (To watch TV)

VHF/UHF Antenna

Cable TV

AC 120 V

60 Hz

ANTENNA

Cable In

AC Cord
(Connect after all the
other connections.)

Cable TV

VHF/UHF Antenna

or

Quick Start Guide

Basic Connection (Antenna + TV)

Before Connection

VIDEO

PR PB Y

PR PB Y

AV IN 1 AV IN 2

S VIDEO

VIDEO

If using Cable Box

•

•

HDMI 1

RL

AUDIO IN

Set the TV channel to CH3 or CH4.

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

HDMI 2

AUDIO IN

Antenna

terminal

ANTENNA

Cable In

(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.

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

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www.panasonic.ca

11

To connect antenna terminals

Basic Connection (Continued)

Example 2

TV

Back of the TV

Connecting DVD recorder (VCR) (To record/playback)

VHF/UHF Antenna

AV Equipment
(e.g. DVD Recorder or VCR)

AC 120 V

60 Hz

ANTENNA

Cable In

AC Cord

Antenna

terminal

VHF/UHF Antenna

AUDIO VIDEO

R

COMPONENT
VIDEO
INPUT

R

INPUT 1

R

INPUT 2

R

TO

PROG

AUDIO

OUT

AMP

R

AUDIO

L

L

L

L

L

PR PB Y

PR PB Y

S VIDEO

VIDEO

To use PROG OUT terminals
(p. 40, 41)

AV IN 1 AV IN 2

HDMI 1

RL

AUDIO IN

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

To use HDMI
terminals
(next page)

To use S VIDEO terminals
(next page)

HDMI 2

AUDIO IN

ANTENNA

Cable In

12

To use COMPOSITE terminals
(next page)

To use COMPONENT terminals
(next page)

ANT OUT ANT IN

AV Equipment

(e.g. DVD Recorder or VCR)

(with TV tuner)

High-Definition

Standard-Definition

COMPONENT
VIDEO
INPUT

R

PR PB Y

P

R PB Y

R

L

L

INPUT 1

PR PB Y

R

R

L

L

TO

INPUT 2

S VIDEO

R

R

L

L

To use HDMI terminals

■

HDMI 2

AV IN 1 AV IN 2

Connecting to HDMI terminals will enable you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality

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sound.

To use COMPONENT terminals

■

Recorders may also be connected to COMPOSITE or S VIDEO terminals. (see below)

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AUDIO IN

white
red

green

blue

red

white

red

green

blue

red

white

red

green

blue

red

L

R

Y

P

B

PR

HDMI
AV OUT

AUDIO
OUT

COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT

AV Equipment

e.g. DVD Recorder

AV Equipment

e.g. DVD Recorder

Quick Start Guide

Basic Connection

(TV + DVD Recorder or VCR)

To use COMPOSITE terminals

■

To use S VIDEO terminals

■

The S Video input will override the composite

•

video signal when S Video cable is connected.
Connect either S Video or Video cable.

yellow

white

red

white

red

AV Equipment

yellow

Connecting to S VIDEO terminals will enable

•

you to enjoy greater picture quality than using
Composite terminals.

white

red

white

red

yellow

white

red

white

red

L

COMPOSITE
OUT

R

S VIDEO
OUT

L

AUDIO

R

OUT

e.g. DVD Recorder

or

e.g. VCR

AV Equipment

e.g. DVD Recorder

or

e.g. VCR

Note

Some programs contain a copyright protection signal to prevent recording.

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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.
For the details of the external equipment’s connections, please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment.

•

13

To connect antenna terminals

Connecting TV and DVD recorder (VCR)

Basic Connection (Continued)

Example 3

TV

Back of the TV

Connecting DVD recorder (VCR) and satellite receiver

DVD Recorder

or

VCR

Satellite

Receiver

AC 120 V

60 Hz

VHF/UHF Antenna

VHF/UHF Antenna

ANTENNA

Cable In

AC Cord

Antenna

terminal

AUDIO VIDEO

R

COMPONENT
VIDEO
INPUT

R

INPUT 1

R

INPUT 2

R

TO

PROG

AUDIO

OUT

AMP

R

AUDIO

L

L

L

L

L

PR PB Y

PR PB Y

S VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO IN

HDMI 1

To use S VIDEO terminals
(p. 13)

To use COMPOSITE terminals
(p. 13)

AV IN 1 AV IN 2

RL

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

To use HDMI
terminals
(p. 13)

HDMI 2

AUDIO IN

ANTENNA

Cable In

ANT OUT ANT IN

ANT IN

14

To use COMPONENT terminals
(p. 13)

Connect in the same way as on p. 13.

Satellite ReceiverDVD Recorder or VCR

(with TV tuner)

To Connect DVD Recorder/

VCR and satellite receiver

To use COMPOSITE terminals

■

DVD Recorder

or

VCR

To use S VIDEO terminals

■

DVD Recorder

or

VCR

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.

COMPOSITE
IN

S VIDEO
IN

AUDIO
IN

yellow

L

white

R

red

L

white

R

red

yellow

white

red

white

red

yellow

white

red

white

red

yellow

white

red

white

red

L

COMPOSITE
OUT

R

S VIDEO
OUT

L

AUDIO
OUT

R

Satellite Receiver

Satellite Receiver

Quick Start Guide

Basic Connection

(TV + DVD Recorder or VCR + Satellite Receiver)

Note

For the details of the external equipment’s connections, please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment.

•

15

To connect HDMI terminals

RL

HDMI 1

AUDIO IN

VIDEO

S VIDEO

PRPBY

Basic Connection (Continued)

Example 4

TV

Back of the TV

Home theater

(HDMI AV OUT)

Connecting Home Theater and DVD recorder

Home Theater

DVD Recorder

HDMI 2

or

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

AUDIO IN

DVD Recorder

AV IN 1 AV IN 2

Home theater

(DIGITAL AUDIO IN)
(When listening to TV audio) [ATSC only]

HDMI
AV OUT

DIGITAL
AUDIO IN

HDMI
AV IN

Home Theater
(AV amp)

HDMI
AV OUT

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)

Cable Binding Instructions

Do not bundle the RF cable and AC cord together

•

(could cause distorted image).
Fix cables with Cable clamper as necessary.

•

When using the options, follow the option’s assembly

•

manual to fix cables.

AC cord

To fix

Push until
clicks

ANTENNA

Cable In

To release

Press catch
in and pull
away

16

To attach

Insert

hole

To bundle

To remove To loosen

Snaps

Keep pushing
both side
snaps

hooks

Set

knob

Keep pushing
the knob

-

SUB

MENU

-

Identifying Controls

Switches TV/VIDEO

POWER
button

Power indicator (on: red, off: no light)

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

Displays Main Menu (p. 26)
Changes the input mode (p. 24)

Remote control sensor
Within about 23 feet (7 meters) in front of the TV set.

Selects channels in sequence
Volume up/down

Swing up the door at “PULL”.

EZ Sync menu (p. 25, 30-31)
Selects Audio Mode for TV viewing

(p. 20)
Exits menus

Quick Start Guide

Identifying Controls

Basic Connection (TV + Home Theater + DVD Recorder)

Displays Sub Menu (p. 20, 28)
Colored buttons

(used for various functions)
(for example p. 22, 35)

Channel up/down

Changes aspect ratio (p. 21)

Operates the Favorite channel list
function. (p. 21)

Switches to previously viewed channel
and input modes.

SUB

MENU

Selects/OK/Change
Returns to previous menu

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)

Direct channel access for DTV and
DBS (p. 20)

17

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

or

1

2

or

(Remote)(TV)

Select your language

First time setup

Language

Clock
Auto program
Picture

next

Press to exit from

■

menu screen

Press to return to

■

previous screen

Note

To change setting

•

(Language/Clock/Auto
program/Picture) later,
go to Menu screen
(p. 26, 28)

3

Language

Language

English Español Français

English

Go back to previous screen.

Adjust the clock

First time setup

Language

Clock

Auto program
Picture

Clock

Year

Month
Day
Hour
Minute

Year: Select the year
Month: Select the month
Day: Select the day
Hour: Adjust the hour
Minute: Adjust the minute

2007

1
7

10 AM

10

select

next

select

set
select item

18

Go back to previous screen.

4

Auto channel setup

Select “Auto program”

First time setup

Language
Clock

Auto program

Picture

next

select

Select “ANT in”

Program channel

ANT in

Auto

Cable

set

select

ANT in

Cable: Cable TV
Antenna: Antenna

Select “Auto”

Program channel

ANT in

Auto

Cable

next

select

Select scanning mode (ALL channels/Analog only/Digital only)

Auto program

All channels
Analog only

Digital only

ok

select

Quick Start Guide

First Time Setup

Press to exit from

■

menu screen

Note

About broadcasting

•

systems

Analog (NTSC):

traditional TV
programming

Digital (ATSC):

new programming
that allows you to
view more channels
featuring high-quality
video and sound

Auto program

Scanning digital channel
progress

Quit 40%

Start scanning the channels

Available channels (analog/digital)

•

are automatically set.

All channels: Scans digital and analog channels
Analog only: Scans Analog channels only
Digital only: Scans Digital channels only

5

Confirm registered channels

rogram

Apply Cancel

aption Favorite Add

.
.
.

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

•

If you perform scanning more than twice, previously saved channels are erased.

•

...

Yes

...

Yes

...

Yes

select

“Apply”

ok

First time setup

Language
Clock
Auto program

Picture

(Refer to p. 26)

19

--

SUB

MENU

SUB

MENU

Watching TV

-

Connect the TV to a cable box/cable, set-top-box, satellite box, or antenna cable (p. 10-15)

Turn power on Select a channel number

1 2

SUB

MENU

Note

If the mode is not TV, press

•

and select TV. (p. 24)

Other Useful Functions (Operate after )

■

To directly input the digital channel

■

number

example: CH15-1: -

up

down

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

or

Listen
with SAP
(Secondary
Audio
Program)

Display the
SUB MENU

Selects Audio Mode for watching TV

■

Digital mode

•

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

Audio track 1 of 2

Analog mode

•

Press SAP to select the desired audio mode.

• Each press of SAP will change the audio mode. (Stereo/SAP/Mono)

Press SUB MENU to show sub menu screen. (p. 28)

■

This menu consists of shortcuts to convenient functions.

SUB

MENU

(English)

Setup SUB MENU

Surf mode

Set favorite
CC
Caption select
Signal meter

All

Off

20

Information
Recall

Displays or removes the channel banner.

■

Channel

15-2 12:30 pm
ABC-HD

Station
identifier

THE NEWS

CC SAP

SAP
indication

Closed caption

TV-G 1080i Standard 4:3

Signal
resolution

Rating Level

Picture
mode

Aspect ratio

Clock

30

Sleep timer
remaining time

Favorite channels

1/3

1
2
3
4

Set favorite 1/3

1
2
3

---

---

---

---

4

Set favorite 1/3

1
2
3
4

SUB

MENU

Press ASPECT to cycle through the aspect modes. (p. 43)

■

Change
aspect
ratio

FAVORITE

Call up
a favorite
channel

Note

Reselect “Cable” or “Antenna” in “ANT in” of “Program channel” to switch the signal reception between cable TV

•

and antenna. (p. 19, 35)
The channel number and volume level remain the same even after the TV is turned off.

•

■

Channel numbers registered in Favorite are displayed on the favorite tune

screen. Select the desired broadcast station with the cursor or use number
buttons. (see below)

• 480i, 480p: FULL/JUST/4:3/ZOOM

• 1080p, 1080i, 720p: FULL/H-FILL/JUST/4:3/ZOOM

Set Favorite Feature

1 Display the SUB MENU.

SUB

MENU

Setup SUB MENU

2

Surf mode

Set favorite

CC
Caption select
Signal meter

• Press FAVORITE repeatedly

3 Press ▲▼to highlight a position

• You can also use the NUMBER

26-1 - - -

All

Off

select

ok

Setup SUB MENU

Surf mode

Set favorite
CC
Caption select
Signal meter

to change between pages (1/3,
2/3, 3/3, or exit).

on the list.
Then, press OK to save the
displayed channel in that position.

buttons (1-9 and 0) to select a
list number (1-9 and 0). By doing
so, the displayed channel will
be saved on that list number
without pressing OK.

All

Off

select

“Set favorite”

ok

Use Favorite Feature

1 Press FAVORITE.

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

26-1 - - -

2 Press ▲▼ or a Numbered key

select

(1-9 and 0) to highlight a channel
on the list.

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

3 Press OK to display the

ok

highlighted channel.

Viewing

Watching TV

•

A saved channel can be removed from the list by holding

•

Pressing ◄ changes the page backward. Pressing ► changes the page forward.

To delete a favorite channel

down OK while its position is highlighted.

To change the page

21

Viewing from SD Card

You can view photos taken with a digital camera or digital video camera and saved on an SD card.
(Media other than SD Cards may not be reproduced properly.)

SD
Card

Insert the card

•

Label
surface

Push until a
click is heard

Compliant card type (maximum capacity): SDHC Card (4 GB), SD Card (2 GB), miniSD Card

•

(1 GB) (requiring miniSDCard adapter)

Remove the card

•

Press in lightly on SD Card, then release.

Insert the SD Card

1

For cautions and details on SD Cards (p. 44)

•

Display menu

2

Select “Memory card”

Select the data to be viewed

3

Thumbnail view

22

Press to exit from

■

menu screen

Press to return

■

to the previous
screen

Photo viewer

Total
Information

No.
Date

01/01/2007
Pixel

Select

R YG B

12

101-0365

1600x1200

Accessing

Slide show

Selected picture information is displayed.

No.:Image number or file name is
Date: Date of recording is displayed.

Pixel: Display resolution is displayed.

Total number of images

Depending on the JPEG format, “Information” contents may not be displayed

•

correctly. Refer to p. 44 (Data format for SD card browsing) for details.

101-0365 101-0366 101-0367 101-0368

101-0369 101-0370 101-0371 101-0372

OK

101-0373 101-0374 101-0375 101-0376

RETURN

displayed.

Note

Navigation area

Accessing

Rotate
Prev.

R YG B

Slide show

(to Slide show)

select

view

Next
RETURN

Present status
(While readingthe data)

Accessing

Prev.

R YG B

Single

(to Single photo display)

Pause
Next

RETURN

Viewing from a GalleryPlayer SD Card

Picture 1/2

Normal

Picture mode
Picture
Brightness

Set

Vivid
0
0

View

4

Rotate
Prev.

Next
RETURN

R YG B

Slide show

Navigation area

Displays one at a time

To previous photo

To display/hide Navigation area

•

Rotate 90 degrees (counter-clockwise)
To next photo

Rotate 90 degrees (clockwise)

To change the view (Slide show mode, adjusting images, etc.)

To watch photos in Slide show mode

■

In or

JPEG menu

Picture

JPEG setup

Select

Disp. time

Repeat

Note

For large image sizes, the display time will be longer than the number of seconds set.

•

To stop in mid-cycle Press

•

To adjust picture

■

You can set how many seconds each image is displayed in Slide show mode.
(1-10/15/20/30/45/60/120 sec)

Turn the Slide show Repeat function On or Off.

OK

RETURN

select

“JPEG

setup”

ok

When MENU is pressed, the “JPEG menu” is displayed.

or

In

JPEG menu

Picture

JPEG setup

Select

OK

RETURN

select

“Picture”

ok

Picture menu (p. 26)

JPEG setup

Disp. time

Repeat

5

On

Viewing

Viewing from SD Card

You can view high-definition art and photography purchased on or downloaded to an SD card. GalleryPlayer
provides pre-loaded SD cards with copy-protected imagery and images for download to your computer that
can be saved on an SD card for display on your television.

GalleryPlayer images are available for a fee from GalleryPlayer, Inc.

23

Watching Videos and DVDs

If you have some equipment connected to the TV, you can watch videos and DVDs on the TV’s screen.

Input Select

You can select the external equipment to access.

With the connected equipment turned On

1

Display the Input select menu

To return to TV

■

2

3

Select the input mode

Input select

1

TV

2

Component 1

3

Component 2
HDMI 1

4

HDMI 2

5

Video 1

6

Video 2

7

Video 1

VCR

or

select

enter

(example)

Terminal
Label

(example)

Press corresponding NUMBER
button on the remote control to
select the input of your choice.

Select the input of your choice,
then press OK.

During the selection, if no action

•

is taken for several seconds, the
“Input select” menu disappears.

The terminal and label of

•

the connected equipment is
indicated.

To label each of the inputs please

refer to p. 36-37.

Operate the connected equipment using the remote
control supplied with the equipment.

24

Note

For details, see the manual of the equipment.

•

EZ Sync

TM

If you connect equipment that has “HDAVI Control 2” function to a TV with HDMI cable, you can
enjoy using more convenient functions. For details, refer to “EZ Sync Control” on p. 30-31.

Display EZ Sync menu

1

To return to TV

■

2

3

Select the equipment

select

DVD recorder

Home theater
HD camcorder
Speaker output

TV

Operate

You can operate the selected equipment with the TV’s remote
control.

Follow the menu of the equipment and enjoy watching.
For the remote control operations, refer to p. 31.

Note

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

•

enter

Viewing

Watching Videos and DVDs

25

How to Use Menu Functions

Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and
other functions so that you can enjoy watching TV in the way best
suited for you.

Display menu

1

Displays the functions that can be set

•

(varies according to the input signal)

Select the menu

2

Menu

EZ Sync

Picture

Audio
Timer
Lock
Memory card
Setup

select

next

Menu list

■

Menu Item

EZ Sync

DVD recorder,
Home theater,
HD camcorder,
Speaker output

Normal
Picture mode

Picture, Brightness,
Color, Tint, Sharpness

Color temp.

Picture

Color mgmt.
Zoom adjust

Video NR

Other adjust

3D Y/C filter

Press to exit from

■

menu screen

Press to return

■

to the previous
screen

3

4

Select the item

Picture 1/2

Normal

Picture mode

Picture
Brightness
Color
Tint
Sharpness

(example: Picture menu)

Set

Vivid
0
0
0
0
0

Adjust or select

Picture 1/2

Normal

Picture mode

Picture
Brightness
Color
Tint
Sharpness

(example: Picture menu)

Set

Vivid
0
0
0
0
0

select

adjust
or
select

Audio

Timer
Lock

Color matrix

MPEG NR

Black level
Normal
Bass

Treble

Balance

AI sound

Other adjust

Surround

Speaker output

HDMI 1 in

HDMI 2 in

Audio leveler
Sleep, Timer 1-5

26

Memory

Card

Memory card

Adjustments/Configurations (alternatives)

[DVD recorder/Home theater/HD camcorder]

Select equipment to access and operate. (p.30)

[Speaker output]

Select audio output. (Home theater/TV) (p. 30)

EZ Sync menu is accessible directly by pressing the EZ Sync button on the remote control. (p. 25)

Resets all picture adjustments to factory default settings except for “Other adjust” (Set/No)

Basic picture mode (Vivid/Standard/Cinema/Custom) (p. 45)

Adjusts color, brightness, etc. for each picture mode to suit your taste

Picture
Brightness
Color

Selects level of warm colors (red) and cool colors (blue) (Cool/Normal/Warm)

On: Enhances green and blue color reproduction, especially outdoor scenes. (On/Off)

Adjusts vertical alignment and size when aspect setting is “ZOOM” (p. 43)

Reduces noise, commonly called snow. Leave it off when receiving a strong signal. (Off/On)

Minimizes noise and cross-color in the picture. (On/Off)
Selects image resolution of component-connected devices (HD/SD)

SD: Standard Definition HD: High Definition
Only 480p signal accepted; regular TV (NTSC) is not available.

Reduces noise of specific digital signals of DVD, STB, etc. (On/Off)

Selects Dark or Light. Valid only for external input signals. (Dark/Light)

+20
0
0

Normal

Picture mode

Tint
Sharpness

Color temp.

Color mgmt.

Zoom adjust

Video NR

3D Y/C filter

Color matrix

MPEG NR

Black level

0
0

Set

Vivid

Cool

On

Off

Off

SD

Off

Light

How to Use Menu Functions

(picture, sound quality, etc.)

Resets Bass, Treble and Balance adjustments to factory default settings. (Set/No)

Increases or decreases the bass response.

Increases or decreases the treble response.

Emphasizes the left / right speaker volume.

Equalizes overall volume levels across all channels and external inputs. (On/Off)

Enhances audio response when listening to stereo. (On/Off)
Switches to “Off” when using external speakers (On/Off)

“AI sound”, “Surround”, and “Audio leveler” do not work if “Off” is selected

Selects according to the signal when HDMI is connected (Auto/Digital/Analog)

Auto: Automatically selects Analog / Digital signal

Minimizes volume disparity after switching to external inputs

The TV can automatically turn On/Off at the designated date and time (p. 38)

Locks the channels and programs (p. 32)

Displays SD card data (p. 22)

Normal

Bass

Treble

Balance

AI sound

Surround

Speaker output

HDMI1 in
HDMI2 in

Audio leveler

Sleep

Memory card

+ 4

0

0

0

Set

Advanced

On

Off

On

Auto
Auto

60

In AV mode, the Audio menu and Setup menu give fewer options.

•

27

SUB

MENU

SUB

MENU

How to Use Menu Functions

Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and
other functions so that you can enjoy watching TV in the way best
suited for you.

Display menu

1

Displays the functions that can be set

•

(varies according to the input signal)

Select “Setup”

2

2

Menu

EZ Sync

Picture
Audio
Timer
Lock
Memory card

Setup

next

select

Menu list

■

Menu Item

Surf mode
Language

Clock
Program channel

External devices

Input labels

Monitor out

CC

EZ Sync setting

EZ Sync

Power off link

Setup

Power on link

Press to exit from

■

menu screen

Press to return

■

to the previous
screen

3

1

Select the item

Setup 1/2

Surf mode

All

Language
Clock
Program channel
External devices
CC

Display SubMenu

SUB

MENU

next

select

Default speakers

Auto power on

Side bar

Other adjust

No signal shut-off

No action shut-off

About
Reset

28

SUB

MENU

2

Select the item

Setup SUB MENU

Surf mode

Set favorite
CC
Caption select
Signal meter

All

Off

select

set
or
next

Sub menu list

■

Menu Item

SUB MENU

Surf mode

Setup

Set favorite
CC
Caption select
Signal meter

(Continued)

Adjustments/Configurations (alternatives)

Sets the mode to select the channel with Channel up/down button (Favorite/All)

Favorite: Only channels registered as FAVORITE (p. 35)

Selects the screen menu language (p. 18)

Surf mode

Language

All

Adjusts the clock (p. 18)
Sets channels (p. 34)

Selects the terminal and label of the external equipment (p. 36)

[Comp. 1/Comp. 2/HDMI 1/HDMI 2/Video 1/Video 2]

To prevent howling and image oscillation, stops output of the pictures and audio specified in this menu.
(p. 36) (On/Off)

Displays subtitles (Closed Caption) (p. 36)
Controls equipment connected to HDMI terminals (p. 30) (On/Off)

“Power off link”, “Power on link”, and “Default speakers” cannot be selected if “Off” is set.

Sets “Power off link” of HDMI connection equipment (p. 30) (Set/No)
Sets “Power on link” of HDMI connection equipment (p. 30) (Set/No)
Selects the default speakers (p. 30) (TV/Theater)

Turns TV On automatically when the cable box or a connected device is turned On (No/Set)

The “Sleep” timer, “On / Off timer”, and “First time setup” will not function if “Auto power on” is set.

(p. 38)

Change the brightness of the side bar (Bright/Off/Dark/Mid) (4:3 mode only)

The recommended setting is “Bright” to prevent panel “Image retention”. (p. 45)

To conserve energy, the TV automatically turns off when NO SIGNAL continues more than 10 minutes.

(Set/No)
Note

Not in use when setting “Auto power on”, “On/Off Timer”, “Lock”, “SD Mode”, or Digital channel.
“No signal shut-off was activated” will be displayed for about 10 seconds when the TV is turned on for

the first time after turning the power off by “No signal shut-off”.
The on-screen display will flash 3, 2 and 1 to indicate the last three (3) remaining minutes prior to the shut-off.

To conserve energy, the TV automatically turns off when no operation of remote or front panel key
continues for more than 3 hours. (No/Set)

Note

Not in use when setting “Auto power on” or “On/Off Timer”.
“No action shut-off was activated” will be displayed for about 10 seconds when the TV is turned on for

the first time after turning the power off by “No action shut off”.
The on-screen display will flash 3, 2 and 1 to indicate the last three (3) remaining minutes prior to the shut-off.

Clock

Program channel

CC

EZ Sync

Power off link

Power on link

Default speakers

Auto power on

Side bar

No signal shut-off

No action shut-off

How to Use Menu Functions

(picture, sound quality, etc.)

On

Set

Set

TV

No

Bright

Set

Advanced

No

Displays TV version and software license.
Performing Reset will clear all items set with Setup, such as channel settings. (p. 34)

Adjustments/Configurations (alternatives)

Sets the mode to select the channel with Channel up/down button (Favorite/All)
Sets favorite channels. (p. 21)
Displays Closed Caption. (p. 36) (Off/On)
Changes the station identifier. (p. 35)
Checks the signal strength if interference or freezing occurs on a digital image. (p. 34)

About

Reset

29

SUB

MENU

Setup 2/2

EZ Sync setting

Other adjust
About

EZ Sync setting

EZ Sync

Power off link
Power on link

On
Set
Set

TM

EZ Sync

Simultaneously control all Panasonic “HDAVI Control” equipped components using one button

on one remote.
Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with Panasonic products which have “HDAVI Control” function.
This TV supports “HDAVI Control 2” function.
Connections to some Panasonic equipment (DVD Recorder DIGA, HD Camcorder, RAM theater,
Player theater, Amplifier, etc.) with HDMI cables allow you to interface automatically.
The equipment with “HDAVI Control” function enables the following operations:
Automatic Input Switching, Power on link, Power off link and Speaker control (p. 31).
In addition, the equipment with “HDAVI Control 2” function enables the following operation:
EZ Sync Control only with TV’s remote control (for “HDAVI Control 2”) (p. 31).
EZ Sync “HDAVI Control”, based on the control functions provided by HDMI which is an industry standard
known as HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control), is a unique function that we have developed and added.
As such, its operation with other manufacturers’ equipment that supports HDMI CEC cannot be guaranteed.

For the first time / When adding new equipment, reconnecting the equipment or changing the setup.

■

After the connection turn the equipment on and then switch the TV on.
Select the input mode to HDMI 1 or HDMI 2 (p. 24), and make sure that an image is
displayed correctly.

This function needs an HDMI compliant (fully wired) cable. Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot

•

be utilized.
It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cable.
Recommended part number:

RP-CDHG15 (4.9 ft/1.5 m), RP-CDHG30 (9.8 ft/3.0 m), RP-CDHG50 (16.4 ft/5.0 m)

“HDAVI Control

TM

Automatic
Input
Switching

Speaker
control

”

SUB

MENU

Press to exit from

■

menu screen

1
2

3

4

Display menu

Select “Setup”

Menu

EZ Sync

Picture
Audio
Timer
Lock
Memory card

Setup

Select “EZ Sync setting”

Select “EZ Sync”

select

next

select

next

select

EZ Sync
Control
only with
TV’s remote
control

(for “HDAVI
Control 2”)

Power on
link

Power off
link

Default
speakers

Press to return

■

to the previous
screen

30

5

Select “On”

(default is On)

If no HDMI equipment is connected or standard HDMI

•

equipment (non- “EZ Sync”) is used, set to “Off”.

change

One-touch
theater
playback

At the start of the DIGA, Player theater, or RAM theater playback, the TV’s input automatically switches to the input

SUB

MENU

based on the playback equipment.

For the RAM theater, the speakers automatically switch to the theater system.

•

If using the DIGA operation, the TV’s input automatically switches to the DIGA and DIGA menu is displayed.

You can select Home theater, or TV speakers for audio output.
Control theater speakers with the TV’s remote control.
This function is available only when Panasonic Amplifier or Player theater is connected.

Home theater: Adjustment for equipment

Press
Select “Speaker output”
Select “Home theater” or “TV”

select

■

Volume up / down
Mute

DVD recorder
Home theater
HD camcorder

Speaker output

TV

In the EZ Sync menu, you can select HDMI connected Panasonic equipment and access it quickly. Continue using
your TV’s remote control to operate the equipment, pointing it at the TV.

Press
Select the equipment you want to access.

DVD recorder

Home theater
HD camcorder
Speaker output

TV

Operate the equipment with the TV’s remote
control, pointing it at the TV.

To operate the equipment, read the manual of the

•

equipment.

You can select available
items only.

change

select

access

The sound of the TV is muted.

•

When the equipment is turned off, TV speakers

•

become active.
Selecting “Home theater” turns the equipment on

•

automatically if it is in standby mode.

TV: The TV speakers are active.

■

Available TV’s remote control buttons

■

Move the cursor/Select

Set/Access

Return to the previous menu

SUB

MENU

Display the Functions menu on the
equipment

Available when the purpose of the keys is
displayed on screen

EZ Sync

TM

“HDAVI Control

TM

”

Advanced

When “Set” is selected (p. 29), TV is turned on automatically and switches to the appropriate HDMI input whenever
EZ Sync compatible equipment is initially turned on and Play mode is selected.

When “Set” is selected (p. 29) and the TV is turned off, all connected EZ Sync compatible equipment is also
automatically turned off.

DIGA (Panasonic DVD Recorder) will not turn off if it is still in rec mode.

•

Caution: The TV remains on even if the EZ Sync compatible equipment is turned off.

“TV” is the default setting. To set the Home Theater system as default speakers, change the default speakers
setting from “TV” to “Theater”. Sound will be output from the Home Theater whenever the TV is powered on.

If the “ONE TOUCH PLAY” key is pressed on the remote control for Panasonic Home Theater system, the following
sequence of operations is performed automatically.

Home Theater power switches On, and playback begins.
TV power switches On, and the playback screen is displayed.
Audio is muted on the TV and switches to the theater system.

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Lock

You can lock specified channels or shows to prevent children from watching objectionable content.

Display menu

1

Select “Lock”

2

3

Menu

EZ Sync

Picture
Audio
Timer

Lock

Memory card
Setup

Input your 4-digit password

A 4-digit code must be entered to view a blocked program or change rating settings.

next

You will be asked to enter your
password each time you display the
Lock menu.

select

Press to exit from

■

menu screen

Caution

Make a note of your

•

password in case
you forget it. (If you
have forgotten your
password, consult your
local dealer.)

Note

When you select a

•

locked channel,
a message will be
displayed that allows
you to view the
channel if you input
your password.

4

5

6

Create password
Enter password.

----

9

0

-

Select the Lock mode

Lock

Mode

Channel
Game
Program
Change password

Off
Off
Off
Off

Select the item

Lock

Mode

Channel

Game
Program
Change password

Custom

Off
Off
Off

Set

set
select

select

set

If it is your first time entering the

•

password, enter the password
twice in order to register it.

Off: Unlocks all the lock settings

•

•

•

•

of “Channel”, “Game” and
“Program”.

All: Locks all the inputs

regardless of the lock settings
of “Channel”, “Game” and
“Program”.

Custom: Locks specified inputs of

“Channel”, ”Game” and
“Program”.

“Channel”, ”Game” and “Program”
will grey out unless “Custom” is
selected in “Mode”.

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Channel lock

Mode

Channel 1
Channel 2
Channel 3

Custom

3
4

-

To select the channel or the rating of the program to be locked

■

Select up to 7 (1-7) channels to be blocked. These channels will be blocked regardless of the
program rating.

Select “Mode” and set to “Custom”

Channel
lock

Select channel to lock.

select

set

To lock/unlock all channels:

•

Select “Mode” and set to “All” or “Off”.

All: Locks all channels
Off: Unlocks all channels

Game lock

Program
lock

Locks Channel 3, Channel 4 and external inputs.

Select “Game” in 5 and set to “On”.

To set a rating level

■

“V-chip” technology enables restricted shows
to be locked according to TV ratings.

Select “Mode” and set to “On”.

Program lock

Mode

Monitor out
MPAA
U.S.TV
C.E.L.R.
C.F.L.R.

On
On
Off
Off
Off
Off

set
select

Select the rating category you wish

to follow

Program lock

Mode
Monitor out

MPAA

U.S.TV
C.E.L.R.
C.F.L.R.

MPAA: U.S movie ratings

•

U.S.TV: U.S TV program ratings

•

C.E.L.R.: Canadian English ratings

•

C.F.L.R.: Canadian French ratings

•

On
On
Off
Off
Off
Off

next
set
select

select

On: Locks

set

Off: Unlocks

Select the rating to be locked

select

Example of “MPAA” (U.S movie ratings)

NR No rating

G General Audience: All ages admitted

PG Parental Guidance Suggested

PG-13

NC-17 No one 17 and under admitted

•

■

Parents Strongly Cautioned: Inappropriate for
children under 13

Restricted: Under 17 requires accompanying

R

parent or adult guardian

X Adults only

To get more information (p. 42)

To disable recording of the locked
program

Select “Monitor out” and set to “On”.

Program lock

Mode

Monitor out

MPAA
U.S.TV
C.E.L.R.
C.F.L.R.

On

Off
Off
Off
Off
Off

On: Turns on the monitor

terminal output
for programs that
have been set to
“Blocked.”

Off: Turns off the monitor

terminal output
for programs that
have been set to
“Blocked.”

Lock

Advanced

•

•

•

Lock

Mode
Channel
Game
Program

Change password

Off
Off
Off
Off

Change password
Enter new password.

----

9

0

-

Change
password

To change the password

■

In , select “Change password” and press OK
Input the new 4-digit password twice

Note

This television is designed to support the “Downloadable U.S. Region Rating System” when available. (Available only in U.S.A.)

The Off rating is independent of other ratings.
When placing a block on a specific-age-based-rating level, the Off rating and any other more restrictive ratings will also be blocked.

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Editing and Setting Channels

The current channel settings can be changed according to your needs and reception
conditions.

Display menu

1

2

Select “Setup”

Menu

EZ Sync

Picture
Audio
Timer
Lock
Memory card

Setup

next

select

Auto

Set
automatically

Press to exit from

■

menu screen

3

4

5

Select “Program channel”

Setup 1/2

Surf mode

All

Language
Clock

Program channel

External devices
CC

Select the function

Program channel

ANT in

Auto

Manual
Signal meter

Cable

Set

next

select

next

select

Manual

Set
manually

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To reset the settings of setup menu

■

Select “Reset” in Setup menu ( ) and press OK
Input your 4-digit password with number buttons
Select “YES” on the confirmation screen and press OK

Signal

meter

Check
signal
strength

Set favorite 1/3

1
2

Automatically searches and adds active channels to memory.

Select “ANT in”

Select Cable or Antenna
(p. 19)

Select “Auto”

Program channel

ANT in

Auto

Manual
Signal meter

Cable

next

select

•

•

Use this procedure when changing setting of receiving
channels or changing the channel display.
Also, use to add or skip channels from channel list
manually.

Select “Edit”

Manual program

Edit

Cannnel

2...

3...

4...

5...

Manual program

Edit

Cannnel

2...

3...

4...

5...

6...

7...

8...

9...

Select

Go back to previous page

Apply Cancel

Caption Favorite Add

...
...
...
...

Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes

Select the item to be edited

Apply Cancel

Caption Favorite Add

...
...
...
...
...
...
...

Caption

...

OK

R

RETURN Prev. page

Favorite

G B Y

Next page

Proceed to
next page

Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes

Add

Yes

Caption:

•

Changes the station identifier

Favorite:

•

Registers channel to Favorite

List
Add:

•

Adds or skips channels

select
next

select item to edit

(Caption/Favorite/Add)

next

Select scanning mode (p. 19)

Auto program

All channels

Analog only
Digital only

Settings are made automatically

After completing the setting, select “Apply”. (see below 5).
All previously saved channels are erased.

ok

select

Edit

Caption

•

Caption select

Caption

Caption detail
Apply Cancel

---

select
change

set/next

Caption detailCaption

Select the station identifier

Favorite

•

26-1 - - -

Set favorite

Add

•

Press OK to select “Yes (add)” or “No (skip)”

Rename (maximum 7 characters available)

select

next

Select the number

Move cursor to channel number

Manual program

Edit

Cannnel

2...

3...

5

rogram

aption Favorite Add

.

Apply Cancel

Caption Favorite Add

...
...

Select “Apply”

Apply Cancel

...

Yes

select

Yes
Yes

Press OK to tune
to the channel.

select “Apply”

ok

Editing and Setting Channels

Advanced

To cancel the Edit

Manual program

Edit

Cannnel

2...

3...

4...

5...

Check the signal strength if interference is found or freezing occurs on a digital image.

Signal meter

Signal strength

•

Apply Cancel

Caption Favorite Add

...

...

...

...

Channel

Current
Peak level

If “Lock” (p. 32) is activated and “Program channel” is selected, “Enter password.” will be displayed.

1-1

30%
45%

Changes will be lost. Continue?

Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes

select
next

change channel

Yes No

If the signal is weak, check the antenna.

•

If no problem is found, consult your

ok

(returns to “Program

channel”)
select “Y es”

local dealer.

ok

Note

Signal intensity

Not available if “Cable” is selected in “ANT in”

•

(see above).
Effective only for digital antenna channels.

•

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Input Labels/Monitor Out/

Display menu

1

Display
labels of
external
devices

Select “Setup”

2

Menu

EZ Sync

Picture
Audio
Timer
Lock
Memory card

Setup

next

select

Stop output
of the
picture and
audio

Input labels

Monitor out

Press to exit from

■

menu screen

3

4

5

Select “External devices” or “CC”

Setup 1/2

Surf mode

All

Language
Clock
Program channel

External devices

CC

next

select

(External devices)
Select “Input labels” or “Monitor out”

External devices

Input labels

Monitor out

next

select

Set

CC

Display
Closed
Caption

36

Closed Caption

Devices connected to external input terminals can be labeled for easier identification during input selection.
(In selecting input mode from p. 24 )

Select the terminal and label of the external equipment

■

Input labels

Comp. 1

Comp. 2
HDMI 1
HDMI 2
Video 1
Video 2

To prevent howling and image oscillation, stops output of the pictures and audio specified in this menu. (p. 28)

Select the terminal and set “Off”

■

Monitor out

Comp. 1
Comp. 2
HDMI 1
HDMI 2

Video 1

Video 2

Custom
Custom

3
4

-

-

On
On
On
On
Off
On

select
set

select
set

T erminals: Comp. 1-2/HDMI 1-2/

•

Label: SKIP*/VCR/DVD/CABLE/

•

*

If “SKIP” is selected, the TV/VIDEO
button press will skip its input.

Select “Off” to stop output of picture and audio.

•

(Video 1/Video 2)

Comp. 1/Comp. 2/HDMI 1/HDMI 2 cannot output video

•

signals regardless of “Monitor out” setting.

When equipment (STB, DVD, etc.) is connected to HDMI

or COMPONENT terminals, only audio signals can be
obtained. From the output terminals, no video signals can be
passed.

Video 1-2

DBS/PVR/GAME/AUX/[BLANK]

Label Terminal

Video 1

VCR

[example]

Input Labels/Monitor Out/Closed Caption

The television includes a built-in decoder that is capable of providing a text display of the audio. The program being
viewed must be transmitting Closed Caption (CC) information. (p. 43)

Select the item and set

■

CC

Mode
Analog

Digital

Digital setting
CC reset

The settings in “Analog” or “Digital”

•

depend on the broadcaster.

To make more in-depth display settings in digital programs

■

Select “Digital setting” and press OK
Select the item and set

Digital setting

Size
Font
Style

Foreground

Fore opacity
Background
Back opacity
Outline

On

CC1

Primary

Automatic
Automatic
Automatic
Automatic
Automatic
Automatic
Automatic
Automatic

select
set

select
set

Mode

Analog

CC1-4: Information related to pictures

T1-4: Textual information

Digital

Select the setting.

“Primary”, “Second.”, “Service 3”, “Service 4”, “Service 5”,

•

“Service 6”

Size: Text size

•

Font: Text font

•

Style: Text style (Raised, Depressed, etc.)

•

Foreground: Color of text

•

Fore opacity: Opacity of text

•

Background: Color of text box

•

Back opacity: Opacity of text box

•

Outline: Outline color of text

•

(Identify the setting options on the screen.)

Select “On” (when not using, select “Off”).
(Choose the Closed Caption service of Analog

broadcasting.)
(Appears at bottom of screen)

(Appears over entire screen)
(The Digital Closed Caption menu lets you

configure the way you choose to view the digital
captioning.)

Advanced

To reset the settings

■

Select “CC reset” and press OK

37

Using Timer

The TV can automatically turn On/Off at the designated date and time.

The Clock must be set before On time/Off time settings. (p. 18)

•

The “Sleep” timer and “On / Off timer” will not function if “Auto power on” (p. 28) is set.

•

Display menu

1

Select “Timer”

2

Menu

EZ Sync

Picture
Audio

Timer

Lock
Memory card

next

select

Press to exit from

■

menu screen

Press to return

■

to the previous
screen

3

Select the timer to set

Timer

Sleep

Timer 1
Timer 2
Timer 3
Timer 4
Timer 5

Sleep

Timer 1

~

Timer 5

Turns Off automatically
Turns On/Off automatically

(5 timers can be set.)

select

next

38

4

Set the timer

To set “Sleep” (Off Timer)

■

Set to shut the unit off after a pre-selected amount of time.

Sleep

Sleep

To set “Timer 1-5” (On/Off Timer)

■

Select the item and set

60

set

0/30/60/90 (minutes)

•

Timer 1

Channel

Day
On time
Off time
Set

Channel

Day

SUN/MON/TUE/WED/THU/FRI/SAT
(displays the nearest future date)
MON-FRI/SAT-SUN/DAILY/EVR SUN/EVR MON/
EVR TUE/EVR WED/EVR THU/EVR FRI/ EVR SAT

On time

Off time

Set

Note

The TV automatically turns Off after 90 minutes when turned On by the Timer. This operation will be

•

cancelled if the Off time is selected or if a key is pressed.

310 - 1

EVR FRI
10:00 AM
11:00 AM

On

Select the channel
Select the day

The time to turn On
The time to turn Off
Timer setting (On/Off)

select

set

Using Timer

Advanced

39

HDMI 2

AUDIO IN

TO
AUDIO
AMP

AV IN 1 AV IN 2

COMPONENT
VIDEO
INPUT

INPUT 1

INPUT 2

AUDIO

AUDIO VIDEO

VIDEO

S VIDEO

PROG

OUT

R

PR PB Y

P

R PB Y

R

R

R

L

L

L

RL

L

R

L

ANTENNA

Cable In

HDMI 1

AUDIO IN

Recommended AV Connections

These diagrams show our recommendations for how to connect the TV unit to your various equipment.
For other connections, consult the instructions for each piece of equipment and the specifications (p. 47).
For additional assistance, please visit our website at: www.panasonic.com

www.panasonic.ca

Front of the TV

SD slot

Back of the TV

AC 120 V
60 Hz

AC Cord
(Connect after all the other

ANTENNA

Cable In

connections are complete.)

or

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

Cable TV

Cable Box

or

or

DVD Recorder /

■

VCR

Connect with

A

or B

or

40

To watch DVDs

■

DVD Player/Set Top Box

•

However, audio output can be obtained from

•

Note

The picture and audio input signals connected to a
terminal specified in “Monitor out” (p. 36) cannot be
output from “PROG OUT” terminals.

“DIGITAL AUDIO OUT” terminal.

To prevent howling and image oscillation, set the

“Monitor out” setting when connecting the VCR with
loop-connection. (p. 28, 36)

To listen to the

■

TV through
speakers

A

Amplifier

OPTICAL IN

Optical digital
audio cable

HDMI cable

B

HDMI-DVI
Conversion cable
+ Audio cable

or

When equipment (STB, DVD, etc.) is connected to

•

HDMI or COMPONENT terminals, only audio signals
can be obtained. From the output terminals, no video
signals can be passed.
When receiving digital channel signals, all digital

•

formats are down-converted to composite NTSC
video to be output through the PROG OUT terminals.

INPUT

EZ SyncTM Connections

Follow the connection diagrams below for HDAVI control of
a single AV piece of equipment such as a Panasonic DIGA­DVD recorder, RAM theater, or Player theater system.
Refer to page 30-31 for Setup Menu settings and additional
control information.

Optional HDMI and/or optical cables are not provided.

If connection (or setting) of equipment compatible with HDAVI
control is changed, switch the power of this unit Off then On
again while the power of all equipment is On (so that the
unit can correctly recognize the connected equipment) and
check that DIGA, RAM theater, and Player theater playback
operate.

Note

HDMI 1 is recommended.

•

When connecting to HDMI 2, set the input mode to HDMI 2 (p. 24) initially before connecting to HDMI 2. After

connection, confirm the HDMI control functions (p. 30-31).

Connecting this unit to the DIGA, RAM theater, or Player

■

theater

For DIGA: Connect with HDMI cable.

•

For RAM theater and Player theater:

•

Connect with the HDMI and audio cables.
If audio cable is not connected, you cannot listen to the TV

program through the theater system.

R

Back of the TV

L

INPUT 1

R

L

INPUT 2

ANTENNA

Cable In

PROG

OUT

L

R

TO
AUDIO
AMP

L

R

AUDIO VIDEO

PR PB Y

S VIDEO

HDMI 1

AUDIO IN

RL

Connecting this unit to a DVD

■

recorder and AV amp

When using an “EZ Sync” audio-video
amplifier and a compatible DIGA recorder,
use a daisy chain connection as shown
below.

HDMI 2

DIGITAL

AUDIO IN

Digital Audio
out

AV IN 1 AV IN 2

or

AUDIO OUT

Recommended AV Connections

or

or

HDMI cable

HDMI
(AV OUT)

AUDIO
IN

Panasonic RAM theater /
Panasonic Player theater

One AV amp and one DIGA recorder can be operated with this unit.

•

Be sure to connect the AV amp between this unit and the DIGA recorder.

•

Setting of this unit after connection

■

HDMI
(AV OUT)

or

HDMI
(AV OUT)

DIGA
(Panasonic DVD Recorder)

Panasonic
HD Camcorder

(Panasonic DVD Recorder)

HDMI

(AV IN)

HDMI
(AV OUT)

Panasonic AV ampDIGA

After making connections as shown above, set “EZ Sync” (under “EZ Sync setting”) to “On” using the Setup menu.
(p. 30-31).

Note

Individual HDMI equipment may require additional menu settings specific to each model. Please refer to their

•

respective operating instruction manuals.
When audio from other equipment connected to this unit via HDMI is output using “DIGITAL AUDIO OUT” of this

•

unit, the system switches to 2CH audio.

(When connecting to an AV amp via HDMI, you can enjoy higher sound quality.)

Advanced

41

Ratings List for Lock

“V-chip” technology enables you to lock channels or shows according to standard ratings set by the
entertainment industry. (p. 33)

U.S. MOVIE RATINGS (MPAA)

■

NR

G

PG

PG-13

R

NC-17

X

U.S. TV PROGRAMS RATINGS (U. S. TV)

■

Age-based

Group

NR
(Not Rated)

Youth

Guidance

FV: Fantasy/Cartoon Violence. V: Violence S: Sex L: Offensive Language D: Dialogue with sexual content.

NO RATING (NOT RATED) AND NA (NOT APPLICABLE) PROGRAMS. Movie has not been rated or
rating does not apply.

GENERAL AUDIENCES. All ages admitted.
PARENTAL GUIDANCE SUGGESTED. Some material may not be suitable for children.
PARENTS STRONGLY CAUTIONED. Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13.
RESTRICTED. Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
NO ONE 17 AND UNDER ADMITTED.
ADULTS ONLY.

Age-based

Ratings

TV-NR

TV-Y

TV-Y7

TV-G

TV-PG

TV-14

TV-MA

Possible Content

Selections

Viewable
Blocked

Viewable
Blocked

FV Blocked
Viewable
Blocked

Viewable
Blocked

D,L,S,V (all selected)
Any combination of D,

L, S, V

D,L,S,V (all selected)
Any combination of D,

L, S, V

L,S,V (all selected)
Any combination of L,

S, V

Description

Not Rated.
All children. The themes and elements in this program are specifically

designed for a very young audience, including children from ages 2-6.
Directed to older children. Themes and elements in this program may

include mild physical or comedic violence, or may frighten children under
the age of 7.

General audience. It contains little or no violence, no strong language,
and little or no sexual dialogue or situations.

Parental guidance suggested. The program may contain infrequent
coarse language, limited violence, some suggestive sexual dialogue and
situations.

Parents strongly cautioned. This program may contain sophisticated
themes, sexual content, strong language and more intense violence.

Mature audiences only. This program may contain mature themes,
profane language, graphic violence, and explicit sexual content.

42

CANADIAN ENGLISH RATINGS (C. E. L. R.)

■

E
C

C8+

G

PG
14+
18+

CANADIAN FRENCH RATINGS (C. F. L. R.)

■

E
G

8 ans+
13 ans+
16 ans+

18 ans+

Exempt - Exempt programming includes: news, sports, documentaries and other information programming,
talk shows, music videos, and variety programming.

Programming intended for children under age 8. No offensive language, nudity or sexual content.
Programming generally considered acceptable for children 8 years and over. No profanity, nudity or sexual content.
General programming, suitable for all audiences.
Parental Guidance suggested. Some material may not be suitable for children.
Programming contains themes or content which may not be suitable for viewers under the age of 14. Parents are

strongly cautioned to exercise discretion in permitting viewing by pre-teens and early teens.
18+ years old. Programming restricted to adults. Contains constant violence or scenes of extreme violence.

Exempt - Exempt programming.
General - Programming intended for audience of all ages. Contains no violence, or the violence content is minimal

or is depicted appropriately.
8+ General - Not recommended for young children. Programming intended for a broad audience but contains light

or occasional violence. Adult supervision recommended.
Programming may not be suitable for children under the age of 13 - Contains either a few violent scenes or one or

more sufficiently violent scenes to affect them. Adult supervision strongly suggested.
Programming may not be suitable for children under the age of 16 - Contains frequent scenes of violence or intense

violence.
Programming restricted to adults. Contains constant violence or scenes of extreme violence.

Caution

The V-Chip system that is used in this set is capable of blocking “NR” programs (non rated, not applicable and

•

none) as per FCC Rules Section15.120(e)(2). If the option of blocking “NR” programs is chosen “unexpected and
possibly confusing results may occur, and you may not receive emergency bulletins or any of the following types of
programming:”

• Emergency Bulletins (Such as EAS messages, weather warnings and others)

• Locally originated programming • News • Political • Public Service Announcements • Religious • Sports • Weather

Technical Information

Closed Caption (CC)

For viewing Closed Caption of digital broadcasting, set the aspect ratio to FULL.

•

(If viewing with H-FILL, JUST, ZOOM or 4:3, characters will be cut off.)
The Closed Caption is not displayed when you use HDMI connection.

•

If analog connected equipment is used for displaying or recording, Closed Caption (CC) should be set On/Off on

•

the connected equipment.
The CC mode setting of the TV will not affect the analog input.

If a digital program is being output in analog format, the CC data will also be output in analog format.
If digital connected equipment is used for input, CC should be set On on either the connected equipment or the TV.
If CC is set On on both the connected equipment and the TV, captions from each unit will overlap.

Aspect Ratio

Lets you choose the aspect depending on the format of the received signal and your preference. (p. 21)
(e.g.: in case of 4:3 image)

•

FULL

FULL

•

JUST

JUST

Enlarges the 4:3 image horizontally to the screen’s side edges.
(Recommended for anamorphic picture)

H-FILL

•

H-FILL

Enlarges the 4:3 image horizontally to the screen’s side edges.
The side edges of the image are cut off.

ZOOM

•

ZOOM

Enlarges the 4:3 image to the entire screen.
(Recommended for Letter Box)

Zoom adjust

•

Vertical image position and size can be adjusted in “ZOOM”.

Select “Zoom adjust” on the “Picture” menu. (p. 26-27)

V-position: Vertical position adjustment V-size: Vertical size adjustment

Stretches to justify the 4:3 image to the four corners of the
screen.
(Recommended for normal TV broadcast)

4:3

•

Standard
(Note that “Image retention” of the side bar may occur from
displaying it for a long time.)

Note

480i (4:3), 480i (16:9), 480p (4:3), 480p (16:9):

•

FULL, JUST, 4:3 or ZOOM

1080p / 1080i / 720p:

•

FULL, H-FILL, JUST, 4:3 or ZOOM

When the signal is 720p/1080i/1080p, the aspect mode

•

automatically defaults to Full after turning off the TV,
after changing input mode, or after changed signal
resolution other than 720p/1080i/1080p.

Side bar

Technical Information

Ratings List for Lock

FAQs, etc.

To reset the aspect ratio (OK)

•

43

Technical Information (Continued)

Data format for SD Card browsing

Photo: Still images recorded with digital still cameras compatible with JPEG files of DCF* and EXIF** standards
Data format: Baseline JPEG (Sub-sampling: 4:4:4, 4:2:2 or 4:2:0)
Max. number of files: 9,999
Image resolution: 160 x 120 to 10,000,000

* DCF (Design rule for camera file system): A Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association’s standard

** EXIF (Exchangeable Image File Format)

Caution

A JPEG image modified with a PC may not be displayed.

•

Partly degraded files might be displayed at a reduced resolution.

•

Note

Folder structure viewed in PC

•

DCIM

100_PANA

Created automatically
3-digit folder number + 5-digit arbitrary characters

P1000001.JPG
P1000002.JPG
P1000003.JPG
P1000004.JPG

The folder and file names may be different depending on the digital camera used.

•

For the suitable SD Memory Cards, please confirm the latest information on the following website.

•

http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs (This site is in English only)

Message Meaning

Is memory card in?

No file

Cannot read file

Cannot display image due to
incorrect ID data.

Cannot display image on SD card.

4-digit arbitrary characters + 4-digit file number

Usable characters: 1-byte “a to z”, “A to Z”, “0 to 9,” and “_”

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SD Card warning messages

The card is not inserted.

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The card has no data or this type of data is not supported.

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The file is broken or unreadable.

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The TV does not support the format.

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GalleryPlayer warning messages

There is a problem with your TV decoder.

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If this message appears, please contact Panasonic Service Center for

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assistance.
Refer to page 50, 52 (Limited Warranty), page 51 (Customer Services Directory)

There is a problem with the data.

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Check the data inside the SD card.

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Cautions in handling SD Card:

Do not remove the card while the unit is accessing data (this can damage card or unit).

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Do not touch the terminals on the back of the card.

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Do not subject the card to a high pressure or impact.

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Insert the card in the correct direction (otherwise, card may be damaged).

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Electrical interference, static electricity, or erroneous operation may damage the data or card.

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Back up the recorded data at regular intervals in case of deteriorated or damaged data or erratic

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operation of the unit. (Panasonic is not liable for any deterioration or damage of recorded data.)

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminals

You can enjoy your home theater by connecting a Dolby Digital (5.1 channel) decoder and “Multi Channel” amplifier to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminals.

Caution

Depending on your DVD player and DVD-Audio software the copyright protection function may operate and disable optical output.

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External speakers cannot be connected directly to PROG OUT terminals.

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When an ATSC channel is selected, the output from the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack will be Dolby Digital. When an NTSC

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channel is selected, the output will be PCM.

EZ SyncTM “HDAVI ControlTM”

HDMI connections to some Panasonic equipment allow you to interface automatically. (p. 30)

This function may not work normally depending on the equipment condition.

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The equipment can be operated by other remote controls with this function on even if TV is in Standby mode.

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Image or sound may not be available for the first few seconds when the playback starts.

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Image or sound may not be available for the first few seconds when Input mode is switched.

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Volume function will be displayed when adjusting the volume of the equipment.

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If you connect the same kind of equipment at once (for example: one DIGA to HDMI 1 / another DIGA to HDMI 2), EZ SyncTM is

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available for the terminal with the smaller number.
If you connect the equipment that has “HDAVI Control 2” function to the TV with HDMI cable, the sound from DIGITAL AUDIO

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OUT terminal can be output as multi channel surround.
“HDAVI Control 2” is the newest standard (current as of February, 2007) for Panasonic’s HDAVI Control compatible equipment.

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This standard is compatible with Panasonic’s conventional HDAVI equipment.

HDMI connection

HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) allows you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality sound by connecting
the TV unit and the devices.
HDMI-compatible equipment (*1) with an HDMI or DVI output terminal, such as a set-top box or a DVD player, can be connected
to the HDMI connector using an HDMI compliant (fully wired) cable.

HDMI is the world’s first complete digital consumer AV interface complying with a non-compression standard.

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If the external equipment has only a DVI output, connect to the HDMI terminal via a DVI to HDMI adapter cable (*2).

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When the DVI to HDMI adapter cable is used, connect the audio cable to the audio input terminal.

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Audio settings can be made on the “HDMI 1 in” or “HDMI 2 in” menu screen. (p. 26)

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Applicable audio signal sampling frequencies (L.PCM): 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 32 kHz

(*1): The HDMI logo is displayed on an HDMI-compliant device.

Caution

(*2): Enquire at your local digital equipment retailer shop.

Use with a PC is not assumed.

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All signals are reformatted before being displayed on the screen.

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If the connected device has an aspect adjustment function, set the aspect ratio to “16:9”.

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These HDMI connectors are “type A”.

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These HDMI connectors are compatible with HDCP (High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection) copyright protection.

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A device having no digital output terminal may be connected to the input terminal of either “COMPONENT”, “S VIDEO”, or

•

“VIDEO” to receive analog signals.

The HDMI input terminal can be used with only the following image signals: 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i and 1080p.

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Match the output setting of the digital device.

For details of the applicable HDMI signals, see below.

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Input signals that can be displayed

* Mark: Applicable input signal for Component (Y, PB, PR) and HDMI

horizontal

525 (480) / 60i 15.73 59.94
525 (480) /60p 31.47 59.94
750 (720) /60p 45.00 59.94
1,125 (1,080) /60i 33.75 59.94
1,125 (1,080)/60p 67.43 59.94
1,125 (1,080)/60p 67.50 60.00

Note

Signals other than those shown above may not be displayed properly.

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The above signals are reformatted for optimal viewing on your display.

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Do not display a picture in 4:3 mode for an extended period, as this can cause “Image
retention” to remain on either or both sides of the display field.
To reduce the risk of such “

The side bar may flash (alternate black/white) depending on the picture. Using

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Cinema mode will reduce such flashing (See below).

Vivid (default): Provides enhanced picture contrast and sharpness for viewing in a well-lit room.

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Standard: Recommended for normal viewing conditions with subdued room lighting.

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Cinema: For watching movies in a darkened room. It provides a soft, film-like picture.

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Custom (Photo): Customizes each item according to your taste.

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Photo is displayed in JPEG menu.

frequency (kHz)

Image retention”

, change the brightness of the side bars.

Picture mode

vertical

frequency (Hz)

Side Bar

COMPONENT HDMI

Side Bar

4:3
Screen
Display

Technical Information

**
**
**
**

*
*

Image retention

FAQs, etc.

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Maintenance

First, unplug the Power cord plug from the wall outlet.

Display panel

The front of the display panel has been specially treated. Wipe the panel surface gently using only a cleaning cloth or
a soft, lint-free cloth.

If the surface is particularly dirty, soak a soft, lint-free cloth in diluted neutral detergent (1 part detergent diluted by

•

100 times the amount of water) and then wring the cloth to remove excess liquid. Use this cloth to wipe the surface
of the display panel, then wipe it evenly with a dry cloth of the same type until the surface is dry.
Do not scratch or hit the surface of the panel with fingernails or other hard objects. Furthermore, avoid contact

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with volatile substances such as insect sprays, solvents, and thinner; otherwise, the quality of the surface may be
adversely affected.

Cabinet

If the cabinet becomes dirty, wipe it with a soft, dry cloth.

If the cabinet is particularly dirty, soak the cloth in a weak detergent solution and then wring the cloth dry.

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Use this cloth to wipe the cabinet and then wipe it dry with a dry cloth.

Do not allow any detergent to come into direct contact with the surface of the Plasma TV.

•

If water droplets get inside the unit, operating problems may result.

Avoid contact with volatile substances such as insect sprays, solvents, and thinner; otherwise, the quality of the

•

cabinet surface may be adversely affected or the coating may peel off. Furthermore, do not leave it for long periods
in contact with articles made from rubber or PVC.

Pedestal

Cleaning

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Wipe the surfaces with a soft, dry cloth. If the unit is particularly dirty, clean it using a cloth soaked with water to

which a small amount of neutral detergent has been added and then wipe with a dry cloth.

Do not use products such as solvents, thinner, or household wax for cleaning, as they can damage the surface

coating. (If using a chemically-treated cloth, follow the instructions supplied with the cloth.)
Do not attach sticky tape or labels, as they can make the surface of the pedestal dirty. Do not allow long-term

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contact with rubber, vinyl products, or the like. (Doing so will cause deterioration.)

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Specifications

Power Source AC 120 V, 60 Hz

Power

Consumption

Maximum 653 W

Standby condition 0.2 W

Plasma Display

panel

Drive method AC type
Aspect Ratio 16:9

Visible screen size
(W × H × Diagonal)

(No. of pixels)

Sound

Audio Output 20 W [ 10 W + 10 W ] ( 10 % THD )

58 ” (Diagonal)

50.6 ” × 28.4 ” × 58.1 ”
1,049,088 (1,366 (W) × 768 (H))

[4,098 × 768 dots]

(1,287 mm × 723 mm × 1,476 mm)

TH-58PE75U

Channel Capability
(Digital/Analog)

Operating Conditions

INPUT 1-2

Connection Terminals

COMPONENT VIDEO
INPUT 1-2

HDMI 1-2
AUDIO IN

Card slot SD CARD slot × 1
AV PROG. OUT
DIGIT AL AUDIO OUT PCM / Dolby Digital, Fiber Optic

FEATURES

( W × H × D )

Dimensions

Including pedestal 55.2 ” × 38.3 ” × 17.0 ”

TV Set only 55.2 ” × 35.9 ” × 4.0 ”

Mass

Including pedestal 130.1 lb. (59 )
TV Set only 123.5 lb. (56

VHF/ UHF: 2 - 69, CATV: 1 - 135
Temperature: 32 °F – 104 °F (0 °C – 40 °C)

Humidity: 20 % – 80 % RH (non-condensing)
VIDEO: RCA PIN Type × 1 1.0 V [p-p] (75 Ω)

S-VIDEO: Mini DIN 4-pin Y: 1.0 V [p-p] (75 Ω) C: 0.286 V [p-p] (75 Ω)
AUDIO L-R: RCA PIN Type × 2 0.5 V [rms]

Y: 1.0 V [p-p] (including synchronization)

B, PR: ±0.35 V [p-p]

P
AUDIO L-R: RCA PIN Type × 2 0.5 V [rms]

TYPE A Connector × 2

This TV supports “HDAVI Control 2” function.

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AUDIO L-R: RCA PIN Type × 2 0.5 V [rms]

VIDEO: RCA PIN Type × 1 1.0 V [p-p] (75 Ω)
AUDIO L-R: RCA PIN Type × 2 0.5 V [rms]

3D Y/C FILTER
CLOSED CAPTION V-Chip
Photo viewer HDAVI Control 2

)

(1,401 mm × 973 mm × 430 mm)

(1,401 mm × 910 mm × 100 mm)

Specifications

Maintenance

[TH-58PE75U]

55.2” (1,401 mm) 4.0 ” (100 mm)

35.9 ” (910 mm)

38.3 ” (973 mm)

35.0 ” (887 mm)

17.0 ” (430 mm)

Note

Design and Specifications are subject to change without notice. Mass and Dimensions shown are approximate.

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FAQs, etc.

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FAQ

-

SUB

MENU

-

Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to resolve the problem.
If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer or Panasonic Service Center for assistance.
For details (p. 51, 52)
For additional assistance, please contact us via the website at:
www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
www.panasonic.ca

White spots or
shadow images
(noise)

Check the position, direction,

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and connection of the aerial.

Interference or
frozen digital
channels

(intermittent sound)

Change the direction of antenna

•

for digital channels.
Check “Signal meter” (p. 35).

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If the signal is weak, check the
antenna and consult your local
dealer.

SUB

MENU

Pictures from external
equipment are distorted
when the unit is
connected via HDMI

Is the HDMI cable connected properly?

•

(p. 40-41)
Turn Off the TV unit and equipment, then

•

turn them On again.
Check an input signal from the equipment.

•

(p. 45)
Use equipment compliant with

•

EIA/CEA-861/861B.

The remote control does
not work

Are the batteries installed correctly? (p. 6)

•

Has the battery run down?

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If there is a problem with your TV, please refer to the table below to determine the symptoms, then carry out the
suggested check. If this does not solve the problem, please contact your local Panasonic dealer, quoting the model
number and serial number (both found on the rear of the TV).

Problem Actions

The function to prevent “Image retention” is activated.

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“Press any key to return”
moves on the screen

One spot remains dark

Chaotic image, noisy

Screen

(Not a faulty symptom)

The screen saver is activated if the TV unit is not operated for

a certain time in SD mode.

“Image retention” (p. 5)

A pixel or luminescent spot can occasionally

•

be missing in plasma displays.
(Not a faulty symptom)

Check nearby electrical products

•

(car, motorcycle, fluorescent lamp).

No image can be
displayed

Only spots are displayed
instead of images

Neither image nor
sound is produced

Black Box appears

No sound is produced

Sound

Sound is unusual

Check Picture menu (p. 26)

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Check the channel settings. (p. 34)

•

Check the antenna cables.

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Is the AC power cord plugged into the outlet?

•

Is the TV unit turned On?

•

Check Picture menu (p. 26) and volume.

•

Change settings of Closed Caption (CC). (p. 36)

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Are the speakers’ cables connected correctly? (p. 40)

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Is “Sound Mute” active? (p. 17)

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Is the volume set to the minimum?

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Is “Speaker output” set to “Off”? (p. 26)

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Change “SAP” settings. (p. 20)

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Check “HDMI 1 in” or “HDMI 2 in” settings. (p. 26)

•

Set “SAP” setting to “Stereo” or “Mono.”

•

Check the HDMI device connected to the unit.

•

Set the audio setting of the HDMI device to

•

“Linear PCM.”
If digital sound connection has a problem,

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select analog sound connection.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs, etc.

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Limited Warranty (for U.S.A.)

50

PANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY,
DIVISION OF
PANASONIC CORPORATION OF NORTH AMERICA
One Panasonic Way
Secaucus, New Jersey 07094

PANASONIC SALES COMPANY,
DIVISION OF
PANASONIC PUERTO RICO, INC.
Ave. 65 de Infanteria, Km. 9.5
San Gabriel Industrial Park
Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985

Panasonic Color Television

Limited Warranty

Limited Warranty Coverage

If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer
Electronics Company or Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. (collectively referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of
the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (“Limited Warranty period”),
at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, or (b) replace it with a new or a refurbished
product. The decision to repair or replace will be made by the warrantor.

CATEGORIES

PLASMA DISPLAY 1 (ONE) YEAR 1 (ONE) YEAR

During the “Labor” Limited Warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During the “Parts” Limited Warranty
period, there will be no charge for parts.
You must carry-in your product or arrange for in-home service during the Limited Warranty period. If non­rechargeable batteries are included, they are not warranted. This Limited Warranty only applies to products
purchased and serviced in the United States or Puerto Rico. This Limited Warranty is extended only to the original
purchaser and only covers product purchased as new. A purchase receipt or other proof of the original purchase date
is required for Limited Warranty service.

In-Home or Carry-in Service

For In-Home or Carry-In Service in the United States call 1-888-VIEW-PTV(1-888-843-9788).
For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. (787)-750-4300 or fax [phone].

In-Home service requires clear, complete and easy access to the product by the authorized servicer and does
not include removal or re-installation of an installed product. It is possible that certain in-home repairs will not be
completed in-home, but will require that the product, or parts of the product, be removed for shop diagnosis and/or
repair and then returned.

Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions

This Limited Warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER
normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage, nor does it cover markings or retained images on the picture tube
resulting from viewing fixed images (including, among other things, letterbox pictures on standard 4:3 screen TV’s,
or non-expanded standard 4:3 pictures on wide screen TV’s, or onscreen data in a stationary and fixed location).
The Limited Warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused
by products not supplied by the warrantor, or failures which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, bug
infestation, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment of consumer
controls, improper maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage, modification, or commercial use (such as in a
hotel, office, restaurant, or other business), rental use of the product, service by anyone other than a Factory Service
Center or other Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.

THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER “LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE”.
THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM
THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. (As

examples, this excludes damages for lost time, cost of having someone remove or re-install an installed unit if
applicable, or travel to and from the servicer. The items listed are not exclusive, but are for illustration only.) ALL

EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE LIMITED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE
LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how
long an implied Limited Warranty lasts, so the exclusions may not apply to you.

This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have others rights which vary from state
to state. If a problem with this product develops during or after the Limited Warranty period, you may contact your
dealer or Service Center. If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to the warrantor’s Consumer
Affairs Department at the addresses listed for the warrantor.

PARTS AND SERVICE (INCLUDING COST OF AN IN-HOME SERVICE CALL, WHERE APPLICABLE) WHICH
ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.

ALL PARTS EXCEPT

GLASS PANEL OR CRT

LABOR GLASS PANEL OR CRT

GLASS PANEL - 2 (TWO)
YEARS

GLASS PANEL

OR

CRT LABOR

1 (ONE) YEAR IN-HOME OR CARRY-IN

SERVICE

Customer Services Directory

Customer Services Directory

Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; locate your nearest Dealer or Service Center;
purchase Parts and Accessories; or make Customer Service and Literature requests by visiting our Web
Site at:

http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport

or, contact us via the web at:

http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

You may also contact us directly at:
1-888-VIEW-PTV (843-9788)
Monday-Friday 9 am-9 pm; Saturday-Sunday 10 am-7 pm, EST.

For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-877-833-8855

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Accessory Purchases

Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books on line for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web
Site at:

http://www.pstc.panasonic.com

or, send your request by E-mail to:

[email protected]

You may also contact us directly at:
1-800-332-5368 (Phone) 1-800-237-9080 (Fax Only) (Monday - Friday 9 am to 8 pm, EST.)
Panasonic Service and Technology Company
20421 84th Avenue South,
Kent, WA 98032
(We Accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express, and Personal Checks)

For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-866-605-1277

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(for U.S.A.)

Customer Services Directory (for U.S.A.)

Limited Warranty (for U.S.A.)

Service in Puerto Rico

Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.
Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park,
Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
Phone [phone], Fax [phone]

FAQs, etc.

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Limited Warranty (for Canada)

Panasonic Canada Inc.

PANASONIC PRODUCT - LIMITED WARRANTY

Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to
remedy any such defect for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase.

Plasma TV / Monitor In-home service One (1) year, parts (including Plasma Panel) and labour.
LCD TV (26 in & over) In-home service One (1) year, parts (including LCD Panel) and labour.
LCD TV (25 in & under) Carry-in service only One (1) year, parts (including LCD Panel) and labour.

In-home Service will be carried out only to locations accessible by roads and within 50 km of an authorized
Panasonic service facility.

LIMIT ATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS

This warranty does not apply to products purchased outside Canada or to any product which has been improperly
installed, subjected to usage for which the product was not designed, misused or abused, damaged during shipping,
or which has been altered or repaired in any way that affects the reliability or detracts from the performance, nor
does it cover any product which is used commercially. Dry cell batteries are also excluded from coverage under this
warranty.
This warranty is extended to the original end user purchaser only. A purchase receipt or other proof of date of original
purchase is required before warranty service is performed.

THIS EXPRESS, LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT WILL PANASONIC CANADA INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

In certain instances, some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, or the exclusion of implied warranties, so the above limitations and exclusions may not be applicable.

In-home service requires clear, complete and easy access to the product by the Authorized Servicentre and does not
include removal or re-installation of an installed product. If removal is required to service the product, it will be at the
discretion of the Servicentre and in no event will Panasonic Canada Inc. or the Servicentre be liable for any special,
indirect or consequential damages.

WARRANTY SERVICE

For product operation and information assistance, please contact:

Our Customer Care Centre: Telephone #: [phone]
1-800 #: 1-800-561-5505
Fax #: [phone]
Email link: “Customer support” on www.panasonic.ca

FOR PRODUCT REPAIRS, please locate your nearest Authorized Servicentre at www.panasonic.ca:
Link: “Servicentres™ locator” under “Customer support”

IF YOU SHIP THE PRODUCT TO A SERVICENTRE

Carefully pack and send prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in the original carton.

Include details of the defect claimed, and proof of date of original purchase.

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Note

Limited Warranty (for Canada)

FAQs, etc.

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Note

Note

Customer’s Record

The model number and serial number of this product can be found on its back cover. You should note this serial
number in the space provided below and retain this book, plus your purchase receipt, as a permanent record of
your purchase to aid in identification in the event of theft or loss, and for Warranty Service purposes.

Model Number Serial Number

Anotación del cliente

El modelo y el número de serie de este producto se encuentran en su panel posterior. Deberá anotarlos en el
espacio provisto a continuación y guardar este manual, más el recibo de su compra, como prueba permanente de
su adquisición, para que le sirva de ayuda al identificarlo en el caso de que le sea sustraído o lo pierda, y también
para disponer de los servicios que le ofrece la garantía.

Modelo Número de serie

Panasonic Consumer Electronics
Company,
Division of Panasonic Corporation
of North America

Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.

Ave. 65 de Infanteria, Km. 9.5
San Gabriel Industrial Park

Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus
New Jersey 07094 U.S.A.

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2007 Panasonic Corporation of North America. All Rights Reserved.

©

2007 Panasonic Corporation of North America. Todos los Derechos Reservados.

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Mississauga, Ontario
L4W 2T3 CANADA

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