Panasonic TH-L32C10K, TH-L32C10M, TH-L32C10R, TH-L32C10S, TH-L32C10X User Manual

Operating Instructions

LCD TV

Model No. TH-L32C10K

TH-L32C10M

TH-L32C10R

TH-L32C10S

TH-L32C10X

TH-L32C12K

TH-L32C11KG

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

English

TL TQB4GC0300-1

Turn your own living room into a movie theatre!

Experience an amazing level of multi-

Sharp pictures with HDMI terminal

Create home theatre and DVD recorder link-ups with “VIERA Link” without complicated settings!

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media excitement

Enjoy rich multimedia

Amplifier with	DVD Recorder
Speaker system

SD card

Camcorder

Personal

computer

Set top box

VCR	DVD player

Contents

Be Sure to Read

Safety Precautions ...............................	4
(Warning / Caution)
Notes ....................................................	5
Maintenance.........................................	5

	Quick Start Guide		Guide
	Accessories / Options	.........6
	Identifying Controls.............	7	Start
	Basic Connection................	9
	Auto Tuning	10	Quick
	Language Setting ..............	11
	Basic Features
	Watching TV .......................................	12	Basic
	Viewing Teletext..................................	14
	Watching Videos and DVDs	16
	Advanced Features
	..............How to Use Menu Functions	18
	(picture, sound quality, etc.)
	Input Labels........................................	22
	Control Channel Audience..................	23
	Editing Channels ................................	24	Advanced
	Tuning Channels	26
	Restore Settings ................................	28
	Displaying PC Screen on TV .............	29
	Viewing from SD Card
	(VIERA IMAGE VIEWER)...................	30
	VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™”...........	32
	VIERA Tools .......................................	39
	External Equipment ............................	40
	Technical Features		Technical
	Technical Information	42
	FAQs ..................................................	47
	Licence ...............................................	49
	Specifications .....................................	50

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Safety Precautions

Warning

Handling the mains plug and lead

Insert the mains plug fully into the socket outlet. If the mains plug is loose, it could generate heat and cause fire.

Ensure that the mains plug is easily accessible.

Do not touch the mains plug with a wet hand. This may cause electrical shock.

Do not damage the mains lead. A damaged lead may cause fire or electrical shock. Do not move the TV with the lead plugged in the socket outlet.

Do not place a heavy object on the lead or place the lead near a high-temperature object.

Do not twist the lead, bend it excessively, or stretch it.

Do not pull on the lead. Hold onto the mains plug body when disconnecting lead. Do not use a damaged mains plug or socket outlet.

If you find any abnormality,

remove the mains plug immediately!

AC AUTO 110-240 V, 50/60 Hz (TH-L32C10R only:

AC Single 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz)

Mains plug types vary between countries.

Power Source

This TV is designed to operate on AC AUTO 110-240 V, 50/60 Hz. (TH-L32C10R only: AC Single 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz)

Do not remove covers NEVER modify the TV yourself

High-voltage components may cause serious electrical shock.

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

Keep liquids away from the TV

To prevent damage which may result in fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to dripping or splashing.

Do not place containers with water (flower vase, cups, cosmetics, etc.) above the TV, including on shelves above, etc.

Do not expose to direct sunlight and other sources of heat

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

Do not place foreign objects inside the TV

Do not allow any objects to drop into the TV through the air vents. Fire or electrical shock may result.

Do not place the TV on sloped or unstable surfaces

The TV may fall off or tip over.

Use only the dedicated pedestals / mounting equipment

Using an unapproved pedestal or other fixtures may make the TV unstable, risking injury. Be sure to ask your local Panasonic dealer to perform setup.

Use approved pedestals / mounts (p. 6).

Do not allow children to handle SD card

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

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Caution

This appliance is intended for use in tropical climates

When cleaning the TV, remove the mains plug

Cleaning an energized TV may cause electrical

shock.

When the TV is not going to be used for a long period of time, remove the mains plug

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

Allow sufficient space around the TV for radiated heat

Minimum distance

10

10

10

10

(cm)

Notes

Auto power standby function

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

Keep the TV away from these types of equipment

Electronic equipment

In particular, do not place video equipment near the TV. Electromagnetic interference may distort images / sound.

Equipment with an infrared sensor

This TV also emits infrared rays. This may affect operation of other equipment.

Transport only in upright position

When using the pedestal, keep the space between the bottom of the TV and the surface where the TV is set.

In case of using Wall-hanging bracket, follow the manual of it.

Do not block the rear air vents

Blocked ventilation by newspapers, table cloths, curtains, etc. may cause overheating, fire or electrical shock.

Maintenance

First, remove the mains plug from the socket outlet.

Display panel

Regular care: Gently wipe the surface clean of dirt by using a soft cloth.

Major contamination: Wipe the surface clean using a soft cloth dampened with clean water or diluted neutral detergent (1 part detergent to 100 parts water). Then, using a soft dry cloth, evenly wipe the surface clean until it is dry.

Caution

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

Take care not to subject the surface to insect repellent, solvent, thinner, or other volatile substances. This may degrade surface quality.

Cabinet, Pedestal

Regular care: Wipe the surface clean using a soft dry cloth.

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

Caution

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

Take care not to subject surfaces to insect repellent, solvent, thinner, or other volatile substances. This may deteriorate the surface by peeling the paint.

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

Mains plug

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

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Accessories / Options

Standard accessories

Check that you have the accessories and items shown

Remote Control	Batteries for the
N2QAYB000370	Remote Control (2)
N2QAYB000399	R6 (AA)
Cleaning cloth	Pedestal hole cover
(Not applicable for	sheet
TH-L32C11KG)
Caution

Pedestal	Assembly screw for
	Pedestal (4)
	M4

Operating Instructions

This product contains possibly dangerous parts (such as plastic bags), that can be breathed in or swallowed by young children accidentally. Keep these parts out of reach of young children.

Wall-hanging bracket TY-WK3L2RW

WARNING!

Optional accessories

Please contact your nearest Panasonic dealer to purchase the recommended wall-hanging bracket. For additional details, please refer to the wallhanging bracket installation manual.

Failure to use a Panasonic bracket or choosing to mount the TV yourself will be done at the risk of the consumer.

Any damage resulting from not having a professional installer mount your TV will void your warranty. Always be sure to ask a qualified technician to carry out set-up.

Incorrect fitting may cause equipment to fall, resulting in injury and product damage.

Do not mount the TV directly below ceiling lights (such as spotlights, floodlights or halogen lights) which typically give off high heat. Doing so may warp or damage plastic cabinet parts.

	Installing remote’s batteries
1	Pull open	2	Close

	Hook	Note the correct
		polarity (+ or -)

Caution

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

Do not mix old and new batteries.

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

Do not use rechargeable (Ni-Cd) batteries.

Do not burn or breakup batteries.

Batteries must not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.

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Attaching the pedestal to TV

Foam mat or thick soft cloth

Fix securely with assembly screws A. (Total 4 screws) Tighten screws firmly.

WARNING

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

Incorrect fitting may cause equipment to fall, resulting in injury and product damage.

Do not disassemble or modify the pedestal.

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

Caution

Do not use any other TV and displays.

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

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

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

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

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

Identifying Controls

TV

SD card slot (p. 30)

		Function select
		Volume / Contrast / Brightness /
		Colour / Sharpness / Tint (NTSC
		mode) / Bass / Treble / Balance / Auto
		Tuning (p. 20 - 21)
		Change the channel up/down. When
		a function is displayed, press up/down
		to adjust the setting of the selected
		function. When in standby mode,
	C.A.T.S.	switches TV on.
	(Contrast Automatic	Change the input mode
	Tracking System) sensor	Mains power On / Off switch
	Senses brightness to
		Switch On to turn on the TV
	adjust picture quality in
	“Eco Mode” in Picture
	Menu (p. 20)
	Power LED
		Standby: red
		On: green
		When using the remote control, indicates the TV has
		received a command.
	Remote control signal receiver
		Do not place any objects between the TV remote
		control signal receiver and remote control.

Identifying Controls

Accessories / Options Quick Start Guide

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Identifying Controls

Standby On / Off switch

Switches TV On or Off standby

Stereo / Bilingual Sound Selection

(p. 43)

Main Menu (p. 18)

Press to access Picture, Sound and Setup menus

Aspect (p. 13)

Changes aspect ratio from Aspect Selection list

Also possible by pressing this button repeatedly until you reach the desired aspect

VIERA TOOLS (p. 39) Displays functions of the linked equipment and SD card.

VIERA Link (p. 34)

Press to access VIERA Link Menu

Cursor buttons

Make selections and adjustments

Option menu (p. 13)

Easy setting for viewing and sound options

Teletext (p. 14)

Switches to teletext mode

Viewing a favourite teletext channel (p. 15)

Numeric buttons

Changes channel and teletext pages

When in Standby mode, switches TV On

Sound mute

Switches sound mute On or Off

Volume Up / Down

Remote Control

POWER

INPUT

PC TV AV

MENU SURROUND OFF TIMER

ASPECT EXIT

				RA TO	OL
			IE
		k	V		S
					S
	in
A	L				D
					C
					R
R
E					A
I					D
V				OK
OPTION					RETURN
R				G	Y B
TEXT			F.P. INDEX HOLD

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 8 9

0

MUTE RECALL

POWER PROGRAMME

REC

Input mode selection

PC - switches to PC input mode (p. 29)

TV - switches to TV mode (p. 12) AV - switches to AV input mode

from Input Selection list (p. 16)

Off timer (p. 13)

Turns the TV off automatically after a fixed period of time

Surround (p. 20)

Switches surrounding sound setting

EXIT

Returns to the normal viewing screen

SD Card (p. 30)

Switches to SD Card viewing mode

OK

Confirms selections and choices Press after selecting channel positions to quickly change channel

Return

Returns to the previous menu

Coloured buttons

Used for the selection, navigation and operation of various functions

Hold

Freeze / unfreeze picture (p. 12) Holds the current teletext page (teletext mode) (p. 15)

Index (p. 15)

Returns to the teletext index page (teletext mode)

Programme Information (p. 12)

Channel Up / Down

Selects channel in sequence

VCR / DVD Panasonic equipment operations (p. 17)

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Basic Connection

External equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this TV.

Please ensure that the TV is disconnected from the mains socket before attaching or disconnecting any leads. When disconnecting the mains lead, be absolutely sure to disconnect the mains plug at the socket outlet first.

TV only

AC AUTO 110-240 V, 50/60 Hz (TH-L32C10R only: AC Single 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz)

Mains lead

Connecting aerial

Rear of the TV					Aerial
	VIDEO	VIDEO		VIDEO Y
	L	L	L	PB/CB
				PR/CR
PC	R AUDIO	RAUDIO	RAUDIO COMPONENT		RF cable
PC AUDIO
via AV2	MONITOR OUT	AV 1 IN		AV 2 IN

Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR

TV, DVD Recorder or VCR

AC AUTO 110-240 V, 50/60 Hz (TH-L32C10R only: AC Single 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz)

Mains lead

Rear of the TV

	VIDEO	VIDEO		VIDEO	Y
	L	L	L	PB/CB
					Aerial
				PR/CR
PC	R AUDIO	RAUDIO	RAUDIO COMPONENT
PC AUDIO	MONITOR OUT	AV 1 IN		AV 2 IN
via AV2

		RCA cable
			RF cable
			RF OUT
	VIDEO	AUDIO	RF cable
			RF IN
	OUT	OUT

DVD Recorder or VCR

If the antenna is placed in the wrong location, interference might happen.

Note

Do not put the RF cable close to the mains lead to avoid noise.

Do not place the RF cable under the TV.

To obtain optimum quality picture and sound, an Aerial, the correct cable (75 Ω coaxial) and the correct terminating plug are required.

If a communal Aerial system is used, you may require the correct connection cable and plug between the wall Aerial socket and the TV.

Your local Television Service Centre or dealer may be able to assist you in obtaining the correct Aerial system for your particular area and the accessories required.

Any matters regarding Aerial installation, upgrading of existing systems or accessories required, and the costs incurred, are the responsibility of you, the Customer.

VIERA Link connection p. 33

Read the manual of the equipment too.

Basic Connection

Identifying Controls Quick Start Guide

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Auto Tuning

Search and store TV channels automatically.

These steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed by your local dealer.

1 2

3

4

Plug the TV into mains socket and switch On

You can now use the remote control to turn On the TV or switch the TV to standby mode.

(Power LED: On)

Select your language

OSD Language

1 select 2 store

Select your area

Channel Plan				select
Asia/W.Europe	*1
CIS/E.Europe
China
Hong Kong
NZ/Indonesia
CATV/Other
Channel Plan - CATV/Other -		CATV/Other :
Indian CATV	South Africa	( Press	displays )
American System	American CATV
Japan	Japan		sub menu

*1) Refer to the table below or the display, to select your area.

Asia /	Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, India, Kuwait,
W. Europe	United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Iran, etc.
CIS /E. Europe	CIS Countries, Viet Nam, etc.

Start Auto Tuning						Auto Tuning will start to
						search for TV channels
						and store them.
Auto Tuning					The sorted channel order
1
			CH2
Scan	1					depends upon the TV
				120

EXIT	signal, the broadcasting
RETURN	system and reception
	conditions.

Select the viewing environment

	5		Please select your viewing environment.
			Home	Shop
			“Home” is the recommended mode for
			viewing at home. Select “Home” for
			optimal picture / power consumption.
			“Shop” is for in-store display.
			Home: “Viewing Mode” is set as
			“Normal”. (p. 20)
			Shop: “Viewing Mode” is set as
			“Dynamic”. (p. 20)
If you select “Shop” by mistake				Select “Home”
Return to the “Home” or “Shop” Selection menu
Automatic Demo				Please select your viewing environment.
Off		On		Home	Shop

	Once you press the OK button in this menu, the
	TV is set to Shop mode.	1 select
	Please reset all settings to set to “Home” mode.
		2 set
	“Shipping Condition” (p. 28)

1 select 2 set

Auto Tuning is complete

Auto Tuning is complete

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Using the On-Screen Displays

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

ON-SCREEN HELP Instructions box (example: Sound Menu)

Sound Menu						How to use remote control
Mode
			Music				Open the main menu
Bass
					+4
Treble
					+4
Balance							Move the cursor / select the menu
					0
Surround
			Off
Volume Correction							Move the cursor / adjust levels / select from a range
					0
Speaker Distance to Wall
			Over 30cm				of options
MPX
			Stereo
Select							Access the menu / store settings after adjustments
Change							have been made or options have been set
EXIT
RETURN							Return to the previous menu
On-screen		operation guide
							Exit the menu system and return to the normal
							viewing screen
Note
To edit channels
“Editing Channels” (p. 24)
If tuning have failed			“Tuning Channels” (p. 26).
To reset all settings			“Shipping Condition” (p. 28)

If you turned the TV Off during Standby mode last time, the TV will be in Standby mode when you turn

the TV On with Mains power On / Off switch.

Language Setting

You can change language for on-screen displays.

1 Display the menu

2	Select “Setup”
	Main Menu	2 access

Picture
Sound	1 select
Setup

Language Setting

Auto Tuning Quick Start Guide

3

4

Select “OSD Language”

Setup Menu		2 access
Off Timer
Child Lock
Tuning Menu
OSD Language	Access	1 select
Display Settings

VIERA Link Settings

System Menu

Other Settings

Select the language

OSD Language

1 select 2 set

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Watching TV

1

2

Turn power on

Mains power On / Off switch should be On. (p. 7)

Select a channel

up or

down

To select the two-digit channel number, e.g. 39

(in a short time)

If one or two-digit channel number quickly changes the channel

Note

When the TV is switched to standby, there will be a clicking sound after a short delay. This is normal.

Other useful functions

Hold

Freeze / unfreeze picture

	Display information banner
Display information banner
Also appears when changing channels.
		Input mode
1 ABC	TV
TV		Channel position
CH07	1 ABC
5.5MHz		Channel name
PAL
16:9
	CH07	Channel number
15	5.5MHz	Sound system
	PAL	Colour system
To set display timeout	16:9	Aspect ratio
“Banner Display
Timeout” (p. 21)

Audio mode (p. 43)

Sound mute On

Note

Colour system will not be displayed if it is set to “Auto”.

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Off Timer remaining time For settings p. 13

Teletext prompt is displayed if Teletext is available

12

Other useful functions

Off Timer

Turn the TV off automatically after a fixed period of time (Off / 15 / 30 / 45 / 60 / 75 / 90 minutes)

Press repeatedly	or	Setup Menu
to set the time		Off Timer
			Off			select
		Child Lock
		Tuning Menu
		OSD Language
		Display Settings
		VIERA Link Settings
		System Menu
		Other Settings

Select “Off Timer” and set the time

To cancel Set to “0”, set to “Off” or turn the TV off.

To display the remaining time Information banner

When the remaining time is within 3 minutes, the remaining time will flash on screen.

Display the selectable settings for the current programme

Check or change the current programme

status instantly				2 change
					1 select
	Change the settings
Channel Colour Set	MPX
Sets colour depth	Select Stereo / Mono Sound Menu (p. 20)
Teletext Character Set	Volume Correction
Sets the teletext language	Adjusts volume of individual programme or
Setup Menu (p. 21)	input mode
Note

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

					Change aspect ratio
	Change the aspect ratio								Aspect Selection
									Just
								16:9
								14:9
								4:3
Enjoy viewing the picture at its optimum size and aspect.									4:3 Full
									Zoom3
									Zoom1
	Display Aspect				2 store	While the list is			Zoom2
										RETURN
										Select
									Change EXIT
	Selection list					displayed, select the
					1 select	mode			Aspect Selection list
	To change the mode using the ASPECT button only
	Press repeatedly until you reach the desired mode
16:9					14:9		Just
		Directly displays the image				Displays the image at the			Displays a “4:3” image
		at “16:9” without distortion				standard “14:9” without			full-screen. Stretching
		(anamorphic).				distortion.			is only noticeable at the
									left and right edges.
4:3					4:3 Full		Zoom1
		Displays the image at the				Displays a “4:3” image			Displays a “16:9”
		standard “4:3” without				enlarged horizontally to fit			letterbox or “4:3” image
		distortion.				the screen.			without distortion.
						HD signal only
	Zoom2				Zoom3
		Displays a “16:9” letterbox				Displays a “2.35:1” letterbox (anamorphic) image full-screen
		(anamorphic) image full-				without distortion. At “16:9”, displays the image at its maximum
		screen without distortion.				(with slight enlargement).

Note

Only “16:9” and “4:3” are available in PC mode.

Only “16:9” is available when “Viewing Mode” is set to “Game”.

Not available in teletext mode.

Aspect mode can be memorized separately for each input mode, SD (Standard definition) and HD (High definition) signals.

Basic Watching TV

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Viewing Teletext

You can enjoy teletext broadcasting, including news, weather forecasts and subtitles, if this service is provided by the broadcasters.

To change mode “Teletext” in Setup Menu (p. 21)

1

2

Switch to Teletext

Displays Index (content varies depending on the broadcasters)

Sub page number

		<< 01 02 03 04 05 06 07					>>			Time /
Current					17:51 28 Feb
page		TELETEXT								date
number
		INFORMATION

Colour bar

Pressing this button while watching TV programme directly accesses to the favourite page stored in “blue”.

Select the page (up to page 899)

up	or	or
or
down		(Corresponds to the colour bar)

To adjust contrast

(Press three times) As the blue bar is displayed

To return to TV

or

What is FASTEXT mode?

In FASTEXT mode, four differently coloured subjects are situated at the bottom of the screen. To access more information about one of these subjects, press the appropriately coloured button. This facility enables fast access to information on the subjects shown.

What is TOP mode? (in case of TOP text broadcasting)

TOP is a particular improvement of the standard teletext service that results in an easier search and effective guide.

Fast overview of the teletext information available

Easy to use step-by-step selection of the topical subject

Page status information at the bottom of the screen Available page up / down

To select among subject blocks

To select next subject within the subject block

(After the last subject, it moves to the next subject block.)

What is List mode?

In List mode, four differently coloured page numbers are situated at the bottom of the screen. Each of these numbers can be altered and stored in the TV’s memory. (“Store frequently viewed pages”, p. 15)

Using teletext conveniently

Reveal hidden data

Reveal hidden words e.g. quiz page answers

Re-hide

FULL / TOP / BOTTOM

(TOP)

(BOTTOM)

Normal (FULL)

(Expand the TOP half)

(Expand the BOTTOM half)

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Using teletext conveniently

HOLD

Stop automatic updating

(If you wish to hold the current page without updating)

To resume

INDEX

Return to the main index page

FASTEXT mode only.

Store frequently viewed pages

Store frequently viewed pages in the colour bar (List mode only)

Corresponding	press and hold
colour button
(As page is displayed)
To change stored pages		The number changes to white.
Colour button you	Enter new		press and hold
want to change	page number

Call up a favourite page

View a favourite page stored

Call up the page stored in “blue”.

Factory setting is “P103”.

View in multiwindow

Watch TV and Teletext in two windows at once

Operations can be made only in Teletext screen.

Select Picture and text On or Off

(press twice)

To exit multi window

View sub page

View sub page (Only when teletext is more than one page)

Appears at top of the screen

To view specific sub page

	Enter the	T0006
example: P6	4-digit number

Sub pages:

The number of sub pages varies depending on the broadcasters.

It may take some time for searching, during which time you can watch TV.

Watch TV while waiting for update

View the TV picture while searching for a teletext page

Teletext automatically updates itself when new information becomes available.

P108	Appears when
	updating is	View the updated page
	completed

Changes to TV screen temporarily (You cannot change the programme.)

The news page provides a function that indicates arrival of latest news (“News Flash”).

Basic Viewing Teletext

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Watching Videos and DVDs

Connect the external equipment (VCRs, DVD equipment, etc.) and you can watch the input. To connect the equipment p. 9

You can operate some functions of selected Panasonic external equipment with this remote control.

1

2

Display the Input Selection menu

Select the input mode of the connected equipment

Input Selection		2 change
AV1
AV2
PC		1 select
HDMI1	*2
HDMI2
TV

*2) For TH-L32C12K only:

“HDMI1” will be displayed as “HDMI” and “HDMI2” is not displayed.

You can also select the input using the AV button on the side panel of the TV.

Press the button repeatedly until the desired input is selected. You can label or skip each input mode“Input Labels” (p. 22)

3 View

Displays the selected mode

Note

		If the external equipment has an aspect adjustment function, set to
	To return to TV	“16:9”.
		For details, see the manual of the equipment or ask your local dealer.

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