Panasonic TH-P42X30Q, TH-P42X30T, TH-P50X30Q, TH-P50X30T, TH-P50X30V User Manual
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Customer’s Record
The model number and serial number of this product may be found on its rear panel. You should
note the model number and the 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
M0211-1031
Web Site : http://panasonic.net
© Panasonic Corporation 2011
Printed in Thailand
Operating Instructions
Plasma Television
Model No.
TH-P42X30D TH-P50X30D
TH-P42X30K TH-P50X30K
TH-P42X30M TH-P50X30M
TH-P42X30P TH-P50X30P
TH-P42X30Q TH-P50X30Q
TH-P42X30T TH-P50X30T
TH-P42X30V TH-P50X30V
Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product.
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
TQB4TC0027-1
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Contents
Be Sure to Read
Safety Precautions ·····································4
(Warning / Caution)
Notes ··························································5
Quick Start Guide
Accessories / Options ·································6
Basic Connection········································9
Identifying Controls ···································10
Auto Tuning ··············································12
Basic Features
Watching TV ·············································14
Viewing Teletext ········································17
Watching External Inputs ··························19
How to Use VIERA TOOLS ······················20
How to Use the Menu Functions ··············21
Advanced Features
Tuning and Editing Channels ···················28
Child Lock ·················································30
Input Labels ··············································31
Shipping Condition (Reset settings) ·········32
Using Media Player ··································33
Using Network Services ···························42
VIERA Link Functions ·······························51
External Equipment ··································56
VGA is a trademark of International Business
Machines Corporation.
S-VGA is a registered trademark of the Video
Electronics Standard Association.
HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic
Corporation.
Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Inc.
Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft
Corporation in the United States and/or other
countries.
Even if no special notation has been made of
company or product trademarks, these trademarks
have been fully respected.
Technical
Technical Information······························· 59
Maintenance ············································ 67
FAQs························································68
Specifications ·········································· 70
3
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.
•
Ensure the earth pin on the mains plug is securely connected to prevent electrical shock.
•
• An apparatus with CLASS I construction shall be connected to a mains socket outlet with a
protective earthing connection.
Do not touch the mains plug with a wet hand. (This may cause electrical shock.)
Safety Precautions
•
Do not use any mains lead other than that provided with this TV. (This may cause fire or 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 the lead.
• Do not use a damaged mains plug or socket outlet.
If you find any
abnormality, remove
the mains plug
immediately!
Mains plug types vary between countries.
•
Power source
This TV is designed to operate on:
• AC 220 - 240 V, 50 / 60 Hz ( TH-P42X30D / TH-P50X30D, TH-P42X30K / TH-P50X30K,
• AC 110 - 240 V, 50 / 60 Hz (TH-P42X30P / TH-P50X30P)
Do not remove covers and
NEVER modify the TV yourself
Do not remove the rear cover as live parts are
•
accessible when it is removed. There are no
user serviceable parts inside. (High-voltage
components may cause serious electrical shock.)
Have the TV checked, adjusted, or repaired at
•
your local Panasonic dealer.
Do not expose to rain or excessive
moisture
To prevent damage which might result in
•
electric shock or fire, do not expose this TV to
rain or excessive moisture. This TV must not
be exposed to dripping or splashing water and
objects filled with liquid, such as vases, must
not be placed on top of or above the TV.
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 the spread
of fire, keep candles
or other open flames
away from this product
4
at all times
TH-P42X30M / TH-P50X30M, TH-P42X30Q / TH-P50X30Q,
TH-P42X30T / TH-P50X30T, TH-P42X30V / TH-P50X30V)
Do not insert foreign objects into 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 (p. 6) / wall-hanging
•
brackets (p. 8).
Do not allow children to handle SD Card
As with any small object, SD Cards can be
•
swallowed by young children. Please remove
SD Card immediately after use and store out of
reach of children.
Caution
This appliance is intended for use in tropical climates
When cleaning the TV, remove the mains plug
Cleaning an energised 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.
Transport only in upright position
Transporting the TV with its display panel facing upward or downward may cause damage to the
•
internal circuitry.
Allow sufficient space around the TV for radiated heat
Minimum distance
10
10
Do not block the rear air vents
Blocked ventilation by newspapers, table cloths, curtains, etc. may cause overheating, fire or electrical
•
shock.
Do not apply strong force or impact to the display panel
This may cause damage resulting in injury.
•
Do not expose your ears to excessive volume from the headphones
Irreversible damage can be caused.
•
The TV is heavy. Handle the TV by 2 or more people. Support as
shown to avoid injury by the TV tipping or falling.
10
(cm)
When using the pedestal, keep the space between the bottom of the TV
•
and the surface where the TV is set.
7
If using a Wall-hanging bracket, refer to its manual.
•
Safety Precautions | Notes
Notes
Do not display a still picture for a long time
This causes the image to remain on the
plasma screen (“image retention”). This is not
considered a malfunction and is not covered by
the warranty.
Typical still images
Programme number and other logos
•
Image displayed in 4:3 mode
•
Video game
•
Computer image
•
To prevent image retention, contrast is lowered
automatically after a few minutes if no signals
are sent or no operations are performed. (p. 68)
Auto power standby function
The TV will automatically go into Standby mode
•
in the following conditions:
• no signal is received and no operation is
performed for 30 minutes
• [Off Timer] is active in the Setup Menu (p. 14)
• no operation is performed for the period
selected in [Auto Standby] (p. 27)
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.
5
Accessories / Options
Standard accessories
Remote Control
N2QAYB000603
•
Mains Lead (p. 9)
TH-P42X30K
TH-P42X30M
(
TH-P42X30P
Accessories / Options
This product contains possibly dangerous parts (such as plastic bags), which can be breathed in or
•
swallowed by young children accidentally. Keep these parts out of reach of young children.
Inserting and removing remote’s batteries
Batteries for the
Remote Control (2)
R6 (AA)
•
TH-P50X30K
TH-P50X30M
TH-P50X30P
TH-P42X30D
TH-P42X30Q
)
TH-P50X30D
(
TH-P50X30Q
Pedestal
(p. 7)
TH-P42X30T
(
TH-P50X30T
)
Ferrite core (2)
(TH-P42X30Q, TH-P50X30Q)
J0KG00000014
•
(p. 58)
Use the Ferrite cores to comply
with the EMC standard.
TH-P42X30V
)(
TH-P50X30V
Operating
Instructions
)
1
Open
Hook
2
Close
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.
Do not disassemble or modify the remote control.
•
6
Attaching the pedestal
Warning
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 pedestal other than that provided with this TV.
Otherwise the TV or the display may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result.
•
Do not use the pedestal if it becomes warped or physically damaged.
If you use the pedestal while it is physically damaged, personal injury may result. Contact your nearest
•
Panasonic dealer immediately.
During set-up, make sure that all screws are securely tightened.
If insufficient care is 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.
Ensure that the TV does not fall over.
If the TV is knocked or children climb onto the pedestal with the TV installed, the TV may fall over and
•
personal injury may result.
Two or more people are required to install and remove the TV.
If two or more people are not present, the TV may be dropped, and personal injury may result.
•
Accessories / Options
C
Front
Assembly
screw (4)
(black)
M5 × 25 (mm)
•
Assembly
screw (4)
(silver)
M5 × 20 (mm)
•
Assembling the pedestal
Use the assembly screws to
fasten the pole to the
base securely.
Make sure that the screws are
•
securely tightened.
Forcing the assembly screws the
•
wrong way will strip the threads.
D
A
Pole Base
TBL5ZA3035
•
Securing the TV
Insert the pole into the TV, and then fasten securely with the
assembly screws .
Tighten the four assembly screws loosely at first, then tighten
•
them firmly to fix securely.
Carry out the work on a horizontal and level surface.
•
B
Hole for
pedestal
installation
(View from the bottom)
D
TBL5ZX0050
•
TH-P42X30D
TH-P42X30K
TH-P42X30M
TH-P42X30P
TH-P42X30Q
(
TH-P42X30T
TH-P42X30V
TBL5ZX0052
•
TH-P50X30D
TH-P50X30K
TH-P50X30M
TH-P50X30P
TH-P50X30Q
)
(
TH-P50X30T
TH-P50X30V
Arrow mark
)
7
Optional accessories
Please contact your nearest Panasonic dealer to purchase the recommended optional accessories.
For additional details, please refer to the manual of the optional accessories.
Wireless LAN
Adaptor and
Extension Cable
Accessories / Options
Wall-hanging
bracket
TY-WK4P1RW
•
Please refer to the following web site for usable Wireless LAN Adaptor.
(English only)
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/tv/
Additional information for Wireless LAN Adaptor and access point may also be on
•
this web site.
Caution
To use the Wireless LAN Adaptor, an Access Point needs to be obtained.
•
It is recommended to use the Wireless LAN Adaptor with the extension cable.
•
To avoid radio wave interference, keep the TV away from the devices such as
•
other wireless LAN devices, microwaves and the devices that use 2.4 GHz and
5 GHz signals when using the Wireless LAN Adaptor.
Otherwise malfunction may occur.
Depending on the area, this optional accessory may not be available.
•
Rear of the TV
400 mm
300 mm
Holes for wall-hanging
bracket installation
Warning
Using other wall-hanging brackets, or installing a wall-hanging bracket by yourself
•
have the risk of personal injury and product damage. In order to maintain the
unit’s performance and safety, be absolutely sure to ask your dealer or a licensed
contractor to secure the wall-hanging brackets. Any damage caused by installing
without a qualified installer will void your warranty.
Carefully read the instructions accompanying optional accessories, and be
•
absolutely sure to take steps to prevent the TV from falling off.
Handle the TV carefully during installation since subjecting it to impact or other
•
forces may cause product damage.
Take care when fixing wall brackets to the wall. Always ensure that there are no
•
electrical cables or pipes in the wall before hanging bracket.
To prevent fall and injury, remove the TV from its fixed wall position when it is no
•
longer in use.
Screw for fixing the TV onto the wall-hanging
bracket (not supplied with the TV)
Depth of screw:
minimum 15 mm
maximum 30 mm
Screw Thread Type: M8
(View from the side)
8
Basic Connection
External equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this TV.
Please ensure that the unit is disconnected from the mains socket before attaching or disconnecting any
leads.
When disconnecting the mains lead, be absolutely sure to disconnect the mains plug at the socket outlet
first.
Rear of the TV
Mains lead (supplied)
Mains Lead
Push until both
side tabs click
To remove from the TV:
•
Press both tabs and pull on mains
connector to release
AC 220 - 240 V, 50 / 60 Hz
(TH-P42X30P / TH-P50X30P:
AC 110 - 240 V, 50 / 60 Hz)
Make sure that
the mains lead is
securely fixed.
tabs
Satellite dish
Set top box
Fully wired HDMI
compliant cable
Aerial
Basic Connection
RF cable
Note
Keep RF (antenna) cable away from the mains lead to avoid and minimise mains interference pickup.
•
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. 51)
•
Other equipment connection (p. 56 - 58)
•
Read the manual of the equipment, too.
•
9
Identifying Controls
TV
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Identifying Controls
9
10 11 12
1 Function select
[Volume] / [Contrast] / [Brightness] /
•
[Colour] / [Sharpness] / [Tint]
(NTSC signal) / [Bass] ([Music] or
[Speech] mode in the Sound Menu) /
[Treble] ([Music] or [Speech] mode
in the Sound Menu) / [Balance] /
[Auto Tuning]
2 Channel Up / Down, Value change
(when using the F button), Switching
the TV On (press either button for
about 1 second when in Standby
mode)
3 Changes the input mode
4 Headphones jack
5 USB 1/2 port
6 SD Card slot
7 HDMI3 terminal
8 AV3 terminals
9 Mains power On / Off switch
Use to switch the mains power.
•
If you turned the TV Off during
Standby mode by the remote control
last time, the TV will be in Standby
mode when you turn the TV On with
Mains power On / Off switch.
10 Remote control signal receiver
Do not place any objects between
•
the TV remote control signal receiver
and remote control.
11 C.A.T.S. (Contrast Automatic
Tracking System) sensor
Senses brightness to adjust picture
•
quality when [Eco Mode] in the
Picture Menu is set to [On] (p. 22)
12 Power LED
Red : Standby
•
Green : On
When using the remote control,
•
indicates the TV has received a
command.
About the Operation Guide - On Screen Displays
The Operation Guide is displayed at the bottom of the on Screen Displays.
The button used on this screen and manner of operation is displayed.
Example: [Media Player]
Media Player Photo All photos
OPTION
RGYB
EXITINFO
S
D
C
A
R
D
RETURN
10
Operation
Guide
View
EXIT
RETURN
Select
Slideshow View Select Drive Select Contents Select
Info
OPTION
Option Menu
SD Card
TV
Remote Control
10
11
12
13
POWER
1
2
3
4
5
6
E
I
7
V
OPTION
8
RGYB
TEXT
9
k
n
i
L
A
R
MUTE
VOL
ghi
MENU
E
I
V
F.P.
INPUT
SURROUND
T
O
A
O
R
INDEX HOLD
abc
jk l
tuvpqrs
ASPECT
EXITINFO
L
S
S
D
RETURN
def
mno
wxyz
LAST VIEW
CH
AVTVPC
14
15
16
17
C
18
A
R
D
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
TV
1 Standby On / Off switch
Switches TV On or Off standby
•
2 Sound Selection
Changes multiplex sound mode
•
(if available) (p. 60)
3 [Main Menu] (p. 21)
Press to access Picture, Sound and Setup
•
Menus
4 Information
Displays channel and programme
•
information
(p. 15)
5 VIERA TOOLS (p. 20)
Displays some special feature icons and
•
accesses easily
6 [VIERA Link Menu]
Accesses VIERA Link Menu
•
(p. 53)
7OK
Confirms selections and choices
•
Press after selecting channel positions to
•
quickly change programme
8 [Option Menu] (p. 15)
Easy optional setting for viewing, sound,
•
etc.
9 Teletext∗
Switches to teletext mode
•
(p. 17)
10 Favourite Page∗ (p. 17)
Calls up the teletext page stored in blue
•
button.
11 Numeric buttons
Changes channel and teletext pages
•
When in Standby mode, switches TV On
•
12 Sound Mute
Switches sound mute On or Off
•
13 Volume Up / Down
14 Input mode selection
PC - switches to PC input mode (p. 19)
•
TV - switches to TV mode (p. 14)
•
AV - switches to AV input mode from Input
•
Selection list (p. 19)
15 Aspect
Changes aspect ratio
•
(p. 16)
16 Surround (p. 24)
Switches surround sound setting
•
17 Exit
Returns to the normal viewing screen
•
18 [Media Player] (p. 33)
Switches to SD Card and USB device
•
viewing / listening mode
19 Cursor buttons
Makes selections and adjustments
•
20 Return
Returns to the previous menu / page
•
21 Coloured buttons
Used for the selection, navigation and
•
operation of various functions
22 Hold
Freeze / unfreeze picture (p. 14)
•
Holds the current teletext page (teletext
•
mode)∗
23 Index∗
Returns to the teletext index page (teletext
•
mode)
(p. 17)
(p. 17)
24 Last View (p. 15)
Switches to previously viewed channel or
•
input modes
25 Channel Up / Down
Selects channel in sequence
•
∗
Some countries do not provide a teletext service
Identifying Controls
11
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
Auto Tuning
POWER
INFO
1
Select your language
2
OSD Language
English
Select your area
3
Channel Plan
RETURN
Y
Auto Tuning starts
abc
def
ghi
mno
jk l
tuvpqrs
wxyz
Auto Tuning
2
Scan
You can now use the remote control to turn On the TV or
•
switch the TV to Standby mode. (Power LED: On)
Tiếng Việt
Indonesia
Asia/W.Europe
CIS/E.Europe
China
Hong Kong
NZ/Indonesia
CATV/Other
Français
When selecting CATV / Other,
press the OK button, and then
select the Channel Plan from
Indian CATV, South Africa,
American System, American CATV
or Japan.
Auto Tuning will start to search
•
EXIT
RETURN
1
CH4
for TV channels and store
120
them. The sorted channel order
depends upon the TV signal,
the broadcasting system and
reception conditions.
select
set
select
access
Set up the wireless LAN connection
4
TV
Start wireless LAN connection setup?
Yes No
You can setup the wireless LAN connection later. (p. 46)
•
If you want to select [Yes] in this position. (p. 13)
•
Select [Home]
5
Please select your viewing environment.
Home Shop
∗
select
confirm
select
confirm
Auto Tuning is completed
Viewing environment mode
∗
Home : Recommended mode for viewing at home. Select [Home] for optimal picture / power
consumption. [Viewing Mode] is set as [Normal] (p. 22).
Shop : Demonstration mode to explain main features of this TV (for in-store display). [Viewing Mode] is
set as [Dynamic] (p. 22).
To return to viewing environment selection mode if you selected [Shop]
Shop
You have selected shop mode
To change viewing environment mode later on, reset all settings by accessing Shipping Condition.
•
[Shipping Condition] (p. 32)
RETURN
Automatic Demo
Off On
Please select your viewing environment.
RETURN
Home Shop
12
Setup the wireless LAN connection
Setup the wireless LAN connection to enable the network service functions.
To setup the wireless LAN connection, the wireless LAN Adaptor is required.
•
Confirm the encryption key, settings and positions of your access point before starting setup.
•
For details, read the manual of the access point.
Please note that this TV does not support wireless public access points.
•
Connect the Wireless LAN Adaptor to the USB 1 or 2 port
1
Internet environment
Wireless LAN Adaptor
Access point
Select [Yes]
2
Start wireless LAN connection setup?
Yes No
Please connect the wireless LAN adaptor to a USB terminal.
Select the connection type
3
Connection Type
Please select network connection type.
WPS(Push button)
Search for access point
select
confirm
select
confirm
If your access point supports WPS (Push
•
button), then select this option. If not,
select [Search for access point].
■ [WPS(Push button)]
WPS(Push button)
1) Please press the ‘WPS’ button on the access
1) Please press the ‘WPS’ button on the access
point until its light flashes.
point until its light ashes.
2) When the light is ashing select ‘Connect’ on
2) When the light is flashing select ‘Connect’ on TV.
TV.
If you are unsure, please check the instruction
If you are unsure, please check the instruction
manual of the access point.
manual of the access point.
Connect
■ [Search for access point]
Access points found automatically are listed.
Available Access Points
No.
SSID Wireless type Encrypt
1 Access Point A 11n(2.4GHz)
2 Access Point B 11n(5GHz)
3 Access Point C 11n(5GHz)
Encryption Key Setting
Connection will be made with the following settings:SSID : Access Point A
Authentication type : WPA-PSK
Encryption type : TKIP
Please input the encryption key.
Encryption key
Access Point Settings
Encryption key
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N
U V W X Y Z 0 1 2 3 4 5 6
a b c d e f g h i j k l m n
u v w x y z ( ) + - . * _
Access Point Settings
Encryption key is set to:XXXXXXXX
Select ‘Yes’ to confirm.
Select ‘No’ to change.
Yes
O P Q R S T
7 8 9 ! : #
o p q r s t
No
Press the WPS button on the access point until the light flashes.
And then, press the OK button to connect the Wireless LAN
Adaptor and the access point.
Ensure that your access point supports WPS for this method.
•
WPS: Wi-Fi Protected Setup™
•
1 Select your desired access point
Reception
select
access
To search access points again
•
For the information of the
•
highlighted access point
INFO
2 Access the encryption key input mode
If the selected access point is not encrypted, the confirmation
•
screen will be displayed. It is recommended to select the
encrypted access point.
3 Enter the encryption key of the access point
(Set characters one by one)
select
set
You can set characters by using numeric buttons.
•
4 Select [Yes]
select
set
To re-enter the encryption key, select [No].
•
Store
RETURN
Auto Tuning
Y
Wireless LAN connection setup is completed
If failed, check the encryption key, settings or positions of your access point.
•
Read the manual of the access point.
If connection to the access point is successful, we recommend you perform the [Connection
•
Test] (p. 46).
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Watching TV
POWER
OPTION
Watching TV
When the TV is
•
switched to standby,
there will be a clicking
sound after a short
delay. This is normal.
Other useful functions
Freeze / unfreeze picture
HOLD
ghi
Hold
MENU
TV
INPUT
abc
jk l
tuvpqrs
TV
ASPECT
EXITINFO
HOLD
def
mno
wxyz
LAST VIEW
CH
Turn power on
1
Select TV mode
2
Select a channel
3
up
CH
down
Mains power On / Off switch should
•
be On. (p. 10)
abc def
jkl
ghi
or
tuvpqrs
To select the two-digit channel
•
mno
number, e.g. 35
wxyz
jkl
def
(in a short time)
If one-digit channel number
•
(quickly changes the channel)
Off Timer
Turn the TV off automatically after a fixed period of time [Off / 15 / 30 / 45 / 60 / 75 / 90 minutes]
1 Display the
menu
MENU
2 Select [Setup] 3 Select [Off Timer] and set the time
Main Menu
Picture
Sound
Setup
Setup Menu 1/2
Off Timer
Eco Navigation
Child Lock
Tuning Menu
OSD Language
Display Settings
VIERA Link Settings
Network Setup
DivX® VOD
Off
To cancel Set to [Off] or turn
•
the TV off.
To display the remaining time
•
“Display Information banner”
change
(p. 15)
When the remaining time is
•
within 3 minutes, the remaining
time will flash on screen.
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Display Information banner
Display Information banner
INFO
Also appears when changing a channel
•
, ,
, Audio mode (p. 60)
II
Sound mute On
To hide
•
EXIT
TV
1
CH08
5.5MHz
PAL
16:9
1 - 90 Off Timer remaining time
For settings p. 14
•
Teletext
(varies depending on the
broadcasters)
Teletext service available
Input mode
Channel position
Channel number
Sound system
Colour system
Aspect ratio
Display the selectable settings for the current programme
1 Check or change the current
programme status instantly
OPTION
[Channel Colour Set]
Sets colour density [Picture Menu] (p. 22)
[Teletext Character Set]
Sets the teletext language [Setup Menu] (p. 27)
[MPX]
Selects multiplex sound (if available) [Sound Menu] (p. 25)
[Volume Correction]
Adjusts the volume of an individual programme or input mode [Sound Menu] (p. 24)
2 Change
select
change
Watching TV
Last view
Switch to previously viewed channel or input mode easily
Press again to return to the present view.
•
LAST VIEW
Note
Switching channel is not available while Direct TV Recording is in progress.
•
Watching less than 10 seconds is not regarded as the previously viewed channel or input mode.
•
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Change aspect ratio
Enjoy viewing the image at its optimum size and aspect.
Press repeatedly until you reach the desired mode
ASPECT
■ If Aspect Selection list is displayed
1 Display Aspect Selection list 2 While the list is displayed, select the mode
ASPECT
[16:9] [14:9] [Just]
[4:3] [4:3 Full] [Zoom1]
Watching TV
[Zoom2] [Zoom3]
Note
Only [16:9] and [4:3] are available in PC input mode.
•
Aspect is fixed to [16:9] when [Viewing Mode] is set to [Game] in the Picture Menu.
•
Not available in teletext service.
•
Aspect mode can be memorised separately for each SD (Standard definition) and HD (High definition)
•
signals.
Change OSD language
You can change language for on screen displays.
1 Display
the
menu
MENU
Aspect Selection
16:9
14:9
Just
4:3
4:3 Full
Zoom1
Zoom2
Zoom3
Select
EXIT
Change
RETURN
Directly displays
the image at 16:9
without distortion
Aspect Selection
16:9
14:9
Just
4:3
4:3 Full
Zoom1
Zoom2
Zoom3
select
change
Displays the image
at the standard 14:9
without distortion.
(anamorphic).
Displays the image
at the standard 4:3
without distortion.
Displays a 16:9
letterbox (anamorphic)
image full-screen
Displays a 4:3 image
enlarged horizontally
to fit the screen.
HD signal only
•
Displays a 2.35:1 letterbox (anamorphic) image
full-screen without distortion. At 16:9, displays the
image at its maximum (with slight enlargement).
without distortion.
2 Select [setup] 3 Select [OSD Language]
Main Menu
Picture
Sound
Setup
select
access
Setup Menu 1/2
Off Timer
Eco Navigation
Child Lock
Tuning Menu
OSD Language
Display Settings
VIERA Link Settings
Network Setup
DivX® VOD
Off
Access
Displays a 4:3 image
full-screen. Stretching
is only noticeable at the
left and right edges.
Displays a 16:9
letterbox or 4:3 image
without distortion.
select
access
4 Select the language and set
OSD Language
English
Tiếng Việt
Indonesia
16
Français
select
set
Viewing Teletext
Teletext services are the text information provided by the broadcasters.
The features may vary depending on the broadcasters.
Some countries do not provide this service
•
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 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. 18)
■ To change mode [Teletext] in the Setup Menu (p. 27)
MENU
EXIT
RGYB
TEXT
F.P.
INDEX HOLD
abc
def
ghi
mno
jk l
tuvpqrs
wxyz
Switch to Teletext
1
Displays the index page
•
(content varies depending on
the broadcasters)
Select the page
2
abc def
jkl
ghi
mno
tuvpqrs
wxyz
or
■ To adjust contrast
MENU
(press three times) As the blue bar is displayed
up
down
or
Sub page number
<< 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 >>
TELETEXT
INFORMATION
Current page number
R G Y B
CH
or
(Corresponds to the colour bar)
17:51 28 Feb
Time /
date
Colour
bar
Viewing Teletext
EXIT
CH
■ To return to TV
TEXT
or
Functions (Teletext mode)
HOLD Reveal hidden data
Stop automatic updating
HOLD
(If you wish to hold the current page
without updating)
■ To resume
HOLD
MENU
R
Reveal hidden words e.g. quiz
page answers
■ To hide
INDEX Call up a favourite page
Return to the main index page
INDEX
View a favourite page stored
F.P.
Call up the page stored in “blue” (List
•
mode).
Factory setting is “103”.
•
R
17
View in multi window
Watch TV and Teletext in two windows at once
MENU
(press twice)
Operations can be made only in Teletext screen.
•
Select Picture and text
On or Off
FULL / TOP / BOTTOM
MENU
G
(TOP) (BOTTOM) Normal (FULL)
(Expand the TOP half)
(Expand the BOTTOM half)
Store frequently viewed pages
Store frequently viewed pages in the colour bar (List mode only)
Corresponding colour
button
(As page is displayed)
Viewing Teletext
■ To change stored pages
Coloured button
you want to change
press and hold
abc def
Enter
jkl
ghi
mno
new page
tuvpqrs
wxyz
number
press and hold
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
MENU
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.
MENU
B
Enter the 4-digit number
example : P6
Y
P108
Appears when
mno
Y
View the updated page
updating is
completed
The number changes to white.
Changes to TV screen temporarily (You cannot change the programme.)
The news page provides a function that indicates arrival of latest news (“News Flash”).
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Watching External Inputs
Connect the external equipment (VCRs, DVD equipment, PC, etc.) and you can watch through the
input.
To connect the equipment (p. 9, 56 - 58)
•
Display the input selection menu
1
When viewing PC PC ( skip to 3)
Select the input mode connected to the
2
equipment
Example (AV2)
Input Selection
AV1
AV2
AV3
PC
HDMI1
HDMI2
HDMI3
TV
SD Card/USB
You can also select the input using the AV button on the remote
•
control or the side panel of the TV (p. 10).
Press the button repeatedly until the desired input is selected.
You can label or skip each input mode [Input Labels] (p. 31)
•
Skipped inputs will not be displayed when the AV button is pressed.
View
3
Example (AV2)
AV2
16:9
•
select
watch
If the external equipment has an aspect
adjustment function, set to [16:9].
TV
INPUT
AVTVPC
Watching External Inputs
■ To return to TV
TV
Displays the selected mode
Example (PC)
PC
640X480 / 60Hz
16:9
Displays the selected mode
You can also listen to PC sound with
•
the audio cable connected.
To connect (p. 58)
You can setup some functions
•
PC Setup (p. 26) in the Setup Menu.
For HDMI-compatible PC, possible to
•
connect to HDMI terminals (HDMI1 /
HDMI2 / HDMI3) by using HDMI cable
(p. 61 - 62).
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How to Use VIERA TOOLS
You can access some special features easily by using the VIERA TOOLS function.
Display icons of the feature
1
Select a feature
EXIT
T
O
A
O
R
L
E
S
I
V
2
select
access
How to Use VIERA TOOLS
■ To return to TV
EXIT
or
TV
VIERA Link Control
(example)
Internet contents
Follow the operations of each feature
3
[VIERA Link Control] “VIERA Link Control” (p. 54)
When two or more compatible equipment are
connected, a selection screen will be displayed.
Please select the correct description and access.
∗
[Photo]
∗
[Video]
T
O
A
O
R
L
E
S
I
V
[Music]
∗
“Photo mode” (p. 35)
“Video mode” (p. 38)
“Music mode” (p. 41)
[Media Server] “Using DLNA® features” (p. 47)
∗ When two or more available devices are connected, a selection
screen will be displayed.
Please select the correct description and access.
Internet contents
“Accessing the Internet contents” (p. 50)
Part of Icons on VIERA TOOLS screen above provide
you the usable Internet contents.
Note
If the selected feature is not available, the demonstration to explain how to use it can be displayed.
•
Press the OK button to view the demonstration after selecting the unavailable feature.
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How to Use the Menu Functions
Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions.
Display the menu
1
Displays the functions that can be set (varies according to the input
•
MENU
EXIT
RETURN
RB
abc
def
ghi
TV
mno
jk l
tuvpqrs
wxyz
CH
■ To return to TV at
any time
EXIT
■ To return to the
previous screen
RETURN
■ To change menu
pages
up
CH
down
signal)
Select the menu
2
3
4
Main Menu
Picture
Sound
Setup
Select the item
select
Adjust or select
change
store or access
(Required by some functions)
For details (p. 22)
For details (p. 24)
For details (p. 26)
■ Choose from among alternatives ■ To reset the settings
Number and positions of alternatives
Colour Balance Normal
Changed
■ Adjust using the slide bar
Sharpness 56
Moved
■ Go to the next screen
Child Lock Access
Displays the next screen
To reset the picture settings only
•
[Reset to Default] in the
Picture Menu (p. 23)
To reset the sound settings only
•
[Reset to Default] in the
Sound Menu (p. 25)
To initialise all settings
•
[Shipping Condition] in the
Setup Menu (p. 32)
■ Enter characters by free input menu
You can enter names or numbers freely for some items.
User input
Name
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N
U V W X Y Z 0 1 2 3 4 5 6
a b c d e f g h i j k l m n
u v w x y z ( ) + - . * _
To delete a character
•
You can set characters by using numeric buttons.
•
abc def
jkl
ghi
mno
tuvpqrs
wxyz
RETURN
Store
O P Q R S T
7 8 9 ! : #
o p q r s t
Every press changes the character by one. Leave it for a second to set the
character, or press OK or any numeric button within a second.
(Corresponding characters for each numeric button)
Numeric buttons Characters Numeric buttons Characters
. 1 ! : # + - * _ ( )
abc
def
ghi
jkl
a b c 2 A B C
d e f 3 D E F
g h i 4 G H I
j k l 5 J K L Space 0
Set characters one by one
select
R
•
set
To delete all characters
RETURN
Store
mno
pqrs
tuv
wxyz
select
access
How to Use the Menu Functions
B
m n o 6 M N O
p q r s 7 P Q R S
t u v 8 T U V
w x y z 9 W X Y Z
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