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

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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

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!

media excitement

Enjoy rich multimedia

Contents

Be Sure to Read

Safety Precautions ...............................4

(Warning / Caution)

Notes ....................................................5

Maintenance .........................................5

Amplifier with Speaker system

VCR

DVD Recorder

Camcorder

computer

Set top box

DVD player

SD card

Personal

Quick Start Guide

Accessories / Options ......... 6

Identifying Controls ............. 7

Basic Connection ................9

Auto Tuning ...................... 10

Language Setting ..............11

Basic Features

Watching TV .......................................12

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

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

Quick Start GuideBasicAdvancedTechnical

Technical Features

Technical Information .........................42

FAQs ..................................................47

Licence ...............................................49

Specifications .....................................50

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.

Notes

Caution

Auto power standby function

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.

Keep the TV away from these types of

equipment 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

In particular, do not place video equipment near the

This TV also emits infrared rays. This may affect

radiated heat

Minimum distance

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.

(cm)

Transport only in upright position

Do not block the rear air vents

Blocked ventilation by newspapers, table cloths,

curtains, etc. may cause overheating, fire or electrical shock.

If no signal is received and no operation is performed

for 30 minutes, the TV will automatically go to standby mode.

Electronic equipment

TV. Electromagnetic interference may distort images / sound.

Equipment with an infrared sensor

operation of other equipment.

Maintenance

First, remove the mains plug from the socket outlet.

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.

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.

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

Display panel

Cabinet, Pedestal

Mains plug

Accessories / Options

Standard accessories

Check that you have the accessories and items shown

Remote Control

N2QAYB000370 N2QAYB000399

Batteries for the Remote Control (2)

R6 (AA)

Pedestal

Assembly screw for Pedestal (4)

Cleaning cloth (Not applicable for TH-L32C11KG)

Caution

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!

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.

Pedestal hole cover sheet

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.

Installing remote’s batteries

Pull open

Operating Instructions

Hook

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.

Note the correct polarity (+ or -)

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.

Quick Start Guide

Identifying Controls

Function select

Volume / Contrast / Brightness /

Colour / Sharpness / Tint (NTSC mode) / Bass / Treble / Balance / Auto Tuning (p. 20 - 21)

Change the channel up/down. When

SD card slot

(p. 30)

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

Senses brightness to

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.

a function is displayed, press up/down to adjust the setting of the selected function. When in standby mode, switches TV on.

Change the input mode Mains power On / Off switch

Switch On to turn on the TV

Identifying Controls

Accessories / Options

Identifying Controls

Remote Control

Standby On / Off switch

Switches TV On or Off standby

Stereo / Bilingual Sound Selection

(p. 43)

Main Menu

Press to access Picture, Sound and

Setup menus

Aspect

Changes aspect ratio from Aspect

Selection list

Also possible by pressing this

button repeatedly until you reach

the desired aspect

VIERA TOOLS

Displays functions of the linked

equipment and SD card.

VIERA Link

Press to access VIERA Link Menu

Cursor buttons

Make selections and adjustments

Option menu

Easy setting for viewing and sound

options

Teletext

Switches to teletext mode

Viewing a favourite teletext channel

Numeric buttons

Changes channel and teletext

pages

When in Standby mode, switches

TV On

Sound mute

Switches sound mute On or Off

(p. 18)

(p. 13)

(p. 39)

(p. 34)

(p. 13)

(p. 14)

(p. 15)

POWER

ASPECT

OPTION

TEXT F.P. INDEX HOLD

INPUT

PC TV

SURROUND

RGYB

123 456 789

MUTE

POWER

PROGRAMME

OFF TIMER

EXIT

RETURN

RECALL

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

Surround

EXIT

SD Card

Return

Coloured buttons

Hold

Index

Programme Information

Channel Up / Down

VCR / DVD Panasonic equipment operations

(p. 13) Turns the TV off automatically after a fixed period of time

(p. 20)

Switches surrounding sound setting

Returns to the normal viewing screen

(p. 30) Switches to SD Card viewing mode

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

Returns to the previous menu

Used for the selection, navigation and operation of various functions

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

(p. 15) Returns to the teletext index page (teletext mode)

(p. 12)

Selects channel in sequence

(p. 17)

Volume Up / Down

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.

Connecting aerial

TV only

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

Mains lead

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

RR R

AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO

PC AUDIO

via AV2

MONITOR OUT

AV 1 I N

Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR

Rear of the TV

RR R

AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO

PC AUDIO

MONITOR OUT

via AV2

VIDEOVIDEOVIDEO

PB/C

PR/C

COMPONENT

AV 2 I N

VIDEOVIDEOVIDEO

PB/C

AV 2 I N

PR/C

COMPONENT

AV 1 I N

Aerial

RF cable

Aerial

Quick Start Guide

RCA cable

RF cable

VIDEO

OUT

AUDIO

OUT

RF OUT

RF IN

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

Auto Tuning

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

Plug the TV into mains socket and switch On

Select your language

OSD Language

You can now use the remote control to turn On

the TV or switch the TV to standby mode.

(Power LED: On)

1 2

select

store

Select your area

Channel Plan

Channel Plan - CATV/Other -

Indian CATV

American System

Japan

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

Asia / W. Europe

CIS /E. Europe CIS Countries, Viet Nam, etc.

Start Auto Tuning

Auto Tuning

Scan

EXIT

RETURN

Select the viewing environment

If you select “Shop” by mistake

Return to the “Home” or “Shop” Selection menu

Automatic Demo

Off On

Once you press the OK button in this menu, the

TV is set to Shop mode. Please reset all settings to set to “Home” mode. “Shipping Condition” (p. 28)

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)

Asia/W.Europe

CIS/E.Europe

China

Hong Kong

NZ/Indonesia

CATV/Other

American CATV

Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, India, Kuwait, United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Iran, etc.

Select “Home”

Please select your viewing environment.

Home Shop

South Africa

Japan

1 2

CATV/Other :

(

Press

Auto Tuning will start to

search for TV channels and store them.

The sorted channel order

CH2

120

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

Auto Tuning is complete

select

set

select

displays

sub menu

select

set

Auto Tuning is complete

)

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

Mode

Bass

Treble

Balance

Surround Volume Correction

Speaker Distance to Wall

MPX

Select

EXIT Change RETURN

Music

Off

Over 30cm Stereo

On-screen operation guide

How to use remote control

Open the main menu

Move the cursor / select the menu

Move the cursor / adjust levels / select from a range of options Access the menu / store settings after adjustments have been made or options have been set

Return to the previous menu

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.

Display the menu

Quick Start Guide

Auto Tuning

Language Setting

Select “Setup”

Main Menu

Picture

Sound

Setup

Select “OSD Language”

Setup Menu

Off Timer

Child Lock

Tuning Menu

OSD Language

Display Settings VIERA Link Settings System Menu

Other Settings

Select the language

OSD Language

Access

access

select

access

select

1 2

select

set

Watching TV

Turn power on

Select a 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

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

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

Hold

Freeze / unfreeze picture

Display information banner

Also appears when changing channels.

1 ABC

CH07

5.5MHz

PAL

16:9

To set display timeout

“Banner Display

Timeout” (p. 21)

1 ABC

CH07

5.5MHz

PAL

16:9

Sound mute On

Input mode

Channel position Channel name

Channel number Sound system

Colour system

Aspect ratio

Audio mode (p. 43)

Teletext prompt is displayed if Teletext is available

Note

Colour system will not

be displayed if it is set to “Auto”.

Off Timer remaining time

For settings p. 13

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 to 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

Setup Menu

Off Timer

Child Lock

Tuning Menu

OSD Language

Display Settings VIERA Link Settings System Menu

Other Settings

Off

Select “Off Timer” and set the time

Check or change the current programme status instantly

Channel Colour Set

Sets colour depth

Teletext Character Set

Sets the teletext language

Setup Menu (p. 21)

Note

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

Change aspect ratio

MPX

Select Stereo / Mono Sound Menu (p. 20)

Volume Correction

Adjusts volume of individual programme or input mode

Change the settings

2 1

Change the aspect ratio

Enjoy viewing the picture at its optimum size and aspect.

Display Aspect Selection list

To change the mode using the ASPECT button only

Press repeatedly until you reach the desired mode

store

select

While the list is displayed, select the mode

change

select

Aspect Selection

16:9

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

Change

Aspect Selection list

select

Select

EXIT

RETURN

Watching TV

Basic

16:9 14:9 Just

Directly displays the image at “16:9” without distortion (anamorphic).

Displays the image at the standard “14:9” without distortion.

Displays a “4:3” image full-screen. Stretching is only noticeable at the left and right edges.

4:3 4:3 Full Zoom1

Displays the image at the standard “4:3” without distortion.

Displays a “4:3” image enlarged horizontally to fit the screen.

HD signal only

Displays a “16:9” letterbox or “4:3” image without distortion.

Zoom2 Zoom3

Displays a “16:9” letterbox (anamorphic) image fullscreen without distortion.

Displays a “2.35:1” letterbox (anamorphic) image full-screen without distortion. At “16:9”, displays the image at its maximum (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.

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)

Switch to Teletext

Displays Index

(content varies depending on the broadcasters)

Pressing this button while watching TV programme

directly accesses to the favourite page stored in “blue”.

Current page number

Sub page number

<< 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 >>

INFORMATION

Colour bar

17:51 28 Feb

TELETEXT

Time / date

Select the page

To adjust contrast

To return to TV

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 words e.g. quiz page answers

Re-hide

(TOP)

(Press three times)

Reveal hidden data

FULL / TOP / BOTTOM

(up to page 899)

down

(BOTTOM) Normal (FULL)

(Corresponds to the colour bar)

As the blue bar is displayed

(Expand the TOP half)

(Expand the BOTTOM half)

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 colour button

(As page is displayed)

To change stored pages

Colour button you want to change

press and hold

Enter new page number

The number changes to white.

press and hold

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

example: P6

Enter the 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 completed

Viewing Teletext

Basic

T0006

View the updated page

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

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

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.

Display the Input Selection menu

Select the input mode of the connected

equipment

change

Input Selection

AV1

AV2 PC

HDMI1 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)

select

View

Displays the selected mode

To return to TV

Note

If the external equipment has an aspect adjustment function, set to

“16:9”.

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

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