Panasonic TU-PT600E User Manual

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Receiver

Operating Instructions

TU-PT600EModel No.

Please read these instruction before operating your set and retain them for future reference.

English

TQBC0503-1

Dear Panasonic Customer

Welcome to the Panasonic family of customers. We hope that you will have many years of enjoyment from your new Receiver. To obtain maximum benefit from your set, please read these Instructions before making any adjustments, and retain them for future reference. Retain your purchase receipt also, and note down the model number and serial number of your set in the space provided on the rear cover of these instructions.

Table of Contents

Warnings and precautions .................................3

Before Operating This Set..................................4

Supplied Accessories ................................................. 4

Fitting remote control batteries................................... 4

Quick start Guide ................................................ 5

1. Choose Your Connection Type............................... 5

Connecting this set directly to an ANTENNA only..

2.Terminals on the Receiver ................................... 6

3.Connection of Receiver and

VCR using Scart and RF cables ....................... 7

4.Q-Link connection of Receiver and

VCR using Scart and RF cables ....................... 7

5.Q-Link connection of Receiver, VCR and Satellite using Scart and RF cables .. 8

2. Preparing the Plasma Display................................ 9

3. Power On/Off ......................................................... 9

4. Auto setup ............................................................ 10

5. This set to VCR download.................................... 10

6. Q-Link....................................................................11

Basic controls ...................................................12

Top panel controls and Remote control.................... 12

Using the On Screen Displays .........................14

OSD Language ........................................................ 15

Setup menu ....................................................... 16

AV2 out..................................................................... 16

Teletext..................................................................... 16

Off Timer .................................................................. 16

Q-Link....................................................................... 16

Text Language.......................................................... 17

3:2 Pulldown............................................................. 17

Tuning menu ............................................................ 17

Volume correction .................................................... 17

Tuning menu ...................................................... 18

Tuning menu overview ............................................. 18

Programme edit........................................................ 19

Auto setup ................................................................ 23

Manual Tuning.......................................................... 24

Fine tuning ............................................................... 25

How to Cancel the Fine Tuning................................ 25

Volume correction .................................................... 26

Decoder (AV2).......................................................... 26

Colour System Selection

(Different region use differing systems) ................... 27

Tuning your VCR and satellite receiver ..........28

Tuning your Receiver to the VCR ............................ 28

Picture menu ..................................................... 29

Sound menu ...................................................... 31

Aspect Controls ................................................ 33

Advanced Remote Control Operation ............. 35

VCR / DVD Operation .............................................. 35

TELETEXT ............................................................... 36

Connections ...................................................... 39

How to connect the Input / Output terminals ............ 39

How to connect the AUDIO OUT terminals.............. 40

How to Connect the Headphones / Earphones /AV3 terminals

Troubleshooting................................................ 41

For your Guidance ............................................42

Pin Assignment ................................................. 42

Specifications.................................................... 43

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Warnings and Precautions

• This set is designed to operate on A.C. 220 - 240 V, 50 Hz / 60Hz.

• The On/Off switch on this model does not fully disconnect the Receiver from the mains supply. Remove the mains plug from the wall socket when the Receiver set is not used for a prolonged period of time.

WARNING

Place this set on a flat, level surface.

Do not place anything heavy on it.

Avoid location subject to excessive vibration.

Adequate ventilation is essential to prevent failure of electrical components, we recommend that a gap of at least 10 cm is left all around this unit even when it is placed inside a cabinet or between shelves.

Do not insert foreign objects into the Ventilation Holes.

Avoid exposing the Receiver to direct sunlight and other sources of heat.

To prevent damage which might result in electric shock or fire, do not expose this set to rain or excessive moisture.

Do not damage the Mains lead. (If damage occurs, replace immediately to avoid fire or shock hazards.)

Do not remove the cover as live parts are accessible when it is removed. There are no user serviceable parts inside.

To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. Do not place containers with water (flower vase, cups, cosmetics, etc.) above the set. (Includung on shelves above, etc.)

Never bring a magnet or magnetized object near the receiver because it will adversely affect the performance of the Receiver.

Before Operating This Set

Supplied Accessories

Check the accessories before installations.

Operating Instruction book

•

Remote Control Transmitter

•

(TNQE286)

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Warranty Card

•

Batteries for the

•

Remote Control Transmitter

(2 × R6 (UM3) size)

Display Cable

•

(K1HA26FA0002)

Polishing Cloth

•

(TPEX013)

Note:

If the cabinet is heavily soiled, wipe with a supplied polishing cloth.

Fitting remote control batteries

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Two

R6 (UM3) size

Open the battery cover Insert batteries - note

correct polarity (+ and -)

• Make sure that the batteries are fitted the correct way round.

• Do not mix old batteries with new batteries. Remove old, exhausted batteries immediately.

• Do not mix different battery types, i.e. Alkaline and Manganese or use rechargeable batteries.

Replace the cover

Quick start Guide

1. Choose Your Connection Type

Connection and setting up options

• If connecting this set using an RF cable only, see below.

• If connecting this set using Scart and RF cables, see page 7.

• If connecting this set to a Q-Link (or Q-Link compatible) VCR, see page 7.

• If connecting this set to a Q-Link (or Q-Link compatible) VCR and a satellite receiver, see page 8.

What is Q-Link?

Q-Link allows direct communication between the set and a Q-Link (or Q-Link compatible) VCR, this will enable features such as downloading of tuning information from the set to the VCR.

When using a “NEXTVIEWLINK” VCR the main features possible are the following:

• Preset Download Downloading of tuning information from the set to the VCR.

• Direct TV Record When using a “Q-Link” VCR the main features possible are the following:

• Preset Download Downloading of tuning information from the set to the VCR.

• Direct TV Record For immediate recording of the current program (What You See Is What You

• TV/VCR Auto Power On When the VCR plays a tape the set will automatically switch On (From Stand-

• VCR Auto Power Stand-by When the set is switched into Stand-by, the VCR will also switch into Stand-by.

• VCR Image view On If the set is in Stand-by mode and the VCR sends a menu to be displayed on

For immediate recording of the current program (What You See Is What You Record).

Record). by) and select the AV2 input.

the TV screen (e.g. Main menu), the set will automatically switch On and the menu will be displayed.

This set will also communicate with other VCRs that bear the following logos:

• “DATA LOGIC” (a trademark of Metz Corporation).

• “Easy Link” (a trademark of Philips Corporation).

• “Megalogic” (a trademark of Grundig Corporation).

• “SMARTLINK” (a trademark of Sony Corporation).

These VCRs may support some or all of the above funcitons. Refer to the VCR operating instruction book. Further information on Q-Link can be found on page 11.

In order for Q-Link to function correctly, the Scart cables must be connected in a certain way, dependent on whether the set is being connected to a VCR or to a VCR and Satellite Receiver.

1. Connecting this set directly to an ANTENNA only

RF connection

Connect the Antenna lead into this set Antenna Input terminal ( ).

ANTENNA (Not Supplied)

AV1 AV2 AV4

RGB VIDEO

VIDEO S-VIDEO

RGB VIDEO

PRPBYL

AUDIO

S-VIDEO

AV1 AV2

DISPLAY OUT

VIDEO

AV4C

AUDIO OUT

Antenna Lead

RGB VIDEO

VIDEO S-VIDEO

Quick start Guide

2. Terminals on the Receiver

Power-Indicator

Antenna Input terminal (see page 5, 7, 8)

AV1 Scart socket (In/Out)

RGB VIDEO

TUNER Terminal Board

(TY-42TM5H / TY-37TM5H)

S-V

VLR

AV3 input terminals Video Camera Cable terminal

AV2 Scart socket (In/Out)

AV4 Scart socket (In/Out)

AV1 AV2 AV4

VIDEO S-VIDEO

RGB VIDEO

S-VIDEO

AV3

AV4C COMPONENT Input

Audio Output

PRPBYL

AUDIO

VIDEO

AV4C

DISPLAY OUT

AUDIO OUT

AUDIO

Display out terminal

TUNER IN

L O V

—

T U P N I

B D N A

R E

P G

SERIALPC IN

Back view of Wide Plasma Display

(1) This Receiver is only for Panasonic Plasma Display with a TUNER Terminal Board.

(TY-42TM5H, TY-37TM5H)

(2) And the TUNER Terminal Board (TY-42TM5H, TY-37TM5H) is compatible only with the products

given below and those that will be sold hereafter. (TH-50PHW5E, TH-42PHW5E, TH-42PW5E, TH-37PW5E)

(3) When DISPLAY OUT of this set and TUNER IN of a plasma Display are connected, an input

select can not be performed in a Plasma Display. Please perform an input select by this set. The PC IN terminal and SERIAL terminal on the back of a Plasma Display cannot be used. The INPUT select, Volume Up ‘+’ and Down ‘-’ of the front of a Plasma Display do not operate.

Note:

Install the Receiver at least 15.7 inch (40 cm) away from the Wide Plasma Display to avoid interference. Be sure the power to the Wide Plasma Display and Receiver is OFF before connecting cables.

3. Connection of Receiver and VCR using Scart and RF cables

RF connection

Connect the ANTENNA to the Antenna Input

ANTENNA (Not Supplied)

Antenna Input terminal

Receiver

AV1 AV2 AV4

RGB VIDEO

VIDEO S-VIDEO

Antenna Output terminal

PRPBYL

RGB VIDEO

AUDIO

S-VIDEO

AV1,AV2,AV4

Scart sockets

To Display

VIDEO

AV4C

AUDIO OUT

DISPLAY OUT

AV1

Scart socket

terminal of the VCR and an RF cable from the VCR Antenna Output terminal to this set Antenna Input terminal ( ).

Scart Connections

The VCR can also be connected to this set using a Scart cable if you are using a Scart equipped VCR.

• Use this set’s AV1 Scart socket for a VCR.

• Use this set’s AV2 Scart socket for an S-Video

VCR.

• Use this set’s AV4 Scart socket for an S-Video VCR.

Quick start Guide

Antenna Lead

Antenna Input terminal

Notes:

• Additional equipment and cables are not supplied.

• Further details of audio / video connections can

be found on pages 39 and 40.

4. Q-Link connection of Receiver and VCR using Scart and RF cables

RF connection

Connect the ANTENNA to the Antenna Input

VCR

ANTENNA (Not Supplied)

Antenna Input terminal

Receiver

AV1 AV2 AV4

RGB VIDEO

VIDEO S-VIDEO

Antenna Output terminal

PRPBYL

S-VIDEO

AV2

AUDIO

RGB VIDEO

Scart sockets

To Display

VIDEO

AV4C

AUDIO OUT

DISPLAY OUT

AV1

Scart socket

terminal of the VCR and an RF cable from the VCR Antenna Output terminal to this set Antenna Input terminal ( ).

Scart connection

The VCR must be connected to the AV2 Scart socket of this set using a ‘fully wired’ Scart cable.

Note:

If using a ‘Q-Link’ VCR then the AV1 Scart socket of the VCR must be connected to the AV2 Scart socket of this set. If your VCR is not a ‘Q-Link’ VCR, please consult your VCR operating instruction book.

Antenna Lead

VCR

Antenna Input terminal

Notes:

• Additional equipment and cables are not supplied.

• Further details of audio/ video connections can

be found on page 39 and 40.

• Further information for VCR and Satellite Receiver installation with this set can be found on page 8.

Quick start Guide

5. Q-Link connection of Receiver, VCR and Satellite using Scart and RF cables

ANTENNA (Not Supplied)

Antenna Input terminal

AV1 AV2 AV4

RGB VIDEO

AV1 Scart socket

Antenna Lead

Receiver

VIDEO S-VIDEO

Antenna Input terminal

Satellite Receiver

Antenna Output terminal

RGB VIDEO

S-VIDEO

Scart socket

PRPBYL

VIDEO

AV4C

AUDIO

AV2

To Display

DISPLAY OUT

AUDIO OUT

TV Scart socket

VCR Scart socket

For Q-Link to function correctly this set, VCR and Satellite Receiver must be connected as shown in the diagram below.

RF connections

• Connect an RF cable to the Antenna Input terminal of the Satellite Receiver.

• Connect an RF cable from the Antenna Output terminal of the Satellite Receiver to the Antenna Input terminal of the VCR.

• Connect an RF cable from the Antenna Output terminal of the VCR to this set Antenna Input terminal ( ).

Scart connections

‘Fully wired’ Scart Cables should be used for all of the Scart connections.

• The AV2 Scart socket of the VCR must be connected to the VCR Scart socket of the Satellite Receiver.

• The TV Scart socket of the Satellite Receiver must be connected to the AV1 Scart socket of this set.

AV2 Scart socket

Antenna Input terminal

Antenna Output terminal

AV1 Scart socket

Note:

If using a ‘Q-Link’ VCR then the A V1 Scart socket of the VCR must be connected to the AV2 Scart socket of this set. If your VCR is not a ‘Q-Link’ VCR, please consult your VCR operating instruction book.

VCR

Notes:

• Additional equipment and cables are not supplied.

• Further details of audio/ video connections can

be found on pages 39 and 40.

Quick start Guide

Preparing the Plasma Display (Refer to Operating Instructions of the Plasma Display)

Connecting the plug to the Wall Outlet

Push the Power switch on the Plasma Display to turn the set on Power-On.

Power Indicator: Green

INPUT

—

VOL

R - STANDBY G POWER ON

R - STANDBY G - POWER ON

Power Indicator

Remote Control Sensor

3. Power On/Off

Power-Indicator

DIRECT TV REC

ASPECT

CH RETURN

PICTURE

SOUND

SET UP

TV/AV

Connecting the plug to the Wall Outlet

Push the Power switch on this set to turn the set on Power-On.

Power Indicator: Green

Example: The screen below is displayed for a while

after this set is turned on. (setting condition is an example.)

For VIDEO / COMPONENT / TV INPUT:

TV/TEXT

F.P.

INDEX HOLD

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Press the POWER button on the remote control to turn this set off.

Power Indicator: Red (standby)

Press the POWER button on the remote control to turn this set on.

Power Indicator: Green

Turn the power to this set off by pressing the power switch on this set, when this set is on or in standby mode.

Note:

The Receiver will still consume power as long as the power cord is inserted into the wall outlet.

Quick start Guide

4. Auto setup

Land

AUTO SETUP IN PROGRESS SEARCHING:PLEASE WAIT

02 99:21 41

SETUP : Return to tuning menu TV/AV : To exit

Start ATP Suchlauf

Abbruch

5. This set to VCR download

If a Q-Link, NEXTVIEWLINK or compatible VCR has been connected to the AV2 socket before starting Step 1, programme information will be downloaded to the

TV −> VCR DOWNLOAD IN PROGRESS

PLEASE WAIT

Programme : 63

Remote control unavailable

VCR. Downloaded tuning data will match the television’s. Not all VCRs support this download of programme information, some may require

to be started manually. Refer to the VCR operating instruction book. If a VCR other than those described above has been connected, then there will be no download operation.

If this set has not been programmed for you then Auto setup will begin, your stations will be located, sorted into order and stored ready for use (refer to page 23).

Notes:

If the VCR has not accepted download data from this set, you may need to select the Download option from the VCR’s menu system. Refer to the VCR operating instruction book. If Q-Link is not operating correctly, check the following:

• The Scart cable is connected to this set’s AV2 Scart socket.

• The Scart cable is connected to the VCR’s compatible (Q-Link, NEXTVIEWLINK or similar technology) Scart

socket.

• The Scart cable is a ‘fully wired’ type. For further information on Q-Link and connecting equipment, see pages 5, 7, 8, 11 and 39.

• The sorted programme order depends upon the TV signal, the broadcasting system, and reception conditions. If the order is not to your preference it can be rearranged. Refer to the Programme edit menu - see page 19 for details.

Quick start Guide

6. Q-Link

This is a Q-Link TV. Q-Link, NEXTVIEWLINK and similar technology provide a way for the set and VCR to communicate, making it easier to record programmes. In order to be able to exchange information both the set and the VCR must be fitted with this technology , and must be connected with a SCAR T lead (full function type) between the

AV2 Scart socket

Q-Link lets your set instruct a compatible VCR to record the programme currently shown on screen, no matter what programme position is set on the VCR, In order to make use of Q-Link, ensure that the Q-Link option is set to On in the SET UP menu (see page 16).

of this set and the appropriate socket on the VCR (see the VCR instruction book for details).

DIRECT TV REC

button.

DIRECT TV REC

button.

DIRECT TV REC

PICTURE

ASPECT

CH RETURN

Press the

Notes:

• If the VCR is in Stand-by mode, it will automatically switch on when you press the

• To ensure correct recordings are made, the set and VCR should share tuning information (see page 22).

SOUND

• Whenever the Auto setup function is used, tuning data will be downloaded to the VCR (see page 23).

SET UP

TV/AV

A message, sent from the VCR, will appear on screen showing what is being recorded, or if it is not possible to record. Some “Q-Link” compatible VCR’s only display the message when on the VCR programme position (0) or in AV mode. See the VCR instruction book.

VCR recording preset prog

VCR is recording the programme signal from its own tuner. If you wish you can switch off this set and leave the VCR recording in the normal way.

VCR recording TV source

VCR is recording the programme signal from this set. You must not change programme position or switch off this set: if you do, the VCR will automatically stop recording and switch off.

No recording - TAPE IS

The write protection tab on the back of the cassette has been removed.

PROTECTED

Examples of other messages that might be displayed.

No recording - NO TAPE No recording TAPE MAY BE DAMAGED

Preset Download

This allows the programme order from this set to be downloaded to the VCR, this helps to ensure that correct recordings are made, there are several ways to perform this operation:

• During installation as explained in the ‘Quick Start Guide’ beginning on page 5.

• When Auto setup is started from within the Tuning menu, see page 23.

• When this set to VCR manual download is started from within ‘Programme edit’, see page 22.

• Preset download started from the VCR, refer to the VCR operating instruction book.

Notes:

• With Panasonic Q-Link VCR’s these additional features are available:

• If you insert a tape in the VCR and press the Play button whilst this set is in ‘Stand-by’ mode, this set will

automatically switch On and select the AV2 input so that you can view the tape.

• When this set is switched into ‘Stand-by’ mode, the VCR will also switch into ‘Stand-by’ mode if there is no tape in the VCR, or if there is a tape in and the VCR is in ‘Rewind’ or ‘Stop’ mode (if the VCR is rewinding a tape, it will not switch into ‘Stand-by’ mode until rewinding has finished).

• If this set is in Stand-by mode and the VCR sends a menu to be displayed on this set screen (e.g. Main menu), this set will automatically switch On and the menu will be displayed.

• Not all VCR’s support this technology. This set will communicate with VCR’s bearing the following logos:

• “DATA LOGIC” (a trademark of Metz Corporation)

• “Easy Link” (a trademark of Philips Corporation)

• “Megalogic” (a trademark of Grundig Corporation)

• “SMARTLINK” (a trademark of Sony Corporation)

Some may support certain features, but not others. Refer to the VCR operating instruction book.

• If Q-Link is inoperative, first confirm that your Scart lead is a full function type. Ask your dealer for further details.

STR

TV AV

Basic controls

Top panel controls and Remote control

Receiver ON / Stand-by

Store

(see page 24)

Function selection

(see on this page below)

Volume Up (+), Down (-)/

Programme Number Up ( ), Down ( )

Volume adjustment which uses these buttons is performed after pressing Function button.

When programme number up ( )/down ( ) buttons on the top panel of the main part are pressed in stand-by mode, this set turns on.

TV/AVmode Selection

Press to select TV, AV input signal modes sequentially.

Press to display programme position, programme name, channel number, time, MPX mode, Aspect mode and programme table.

TV/TEXT Selection (see page 36, 37, 38)

Picture Menu (see page 29, 30)

Sound Menu (see page 31, 32)

Setup Menu (see page 16, 17)

Status button

TEXT Favourite Page Selection

(see page 37)

Function selection

Displays the on screen display functions, press repeatedly to select from the available functions. The following adjustments can be accessed directly.

Volume

Contrast

Brightness

Colour

Sharpness

Notes:

• Tint : Displayed when receiving NTSC signals.

• Tuning menu : Not displayed during AV mode.

Tuning menu

Balance

Treble

Bass

Tint

On Screen Help button (see page 15)

Press to display an On Screen Help box, press again to cancel.

Store (see page 18 - 28, 37) Stores some settings in TUNING menus and TELETEXT.

Normalization (see page 30, 32) The N button will recall settings stored with STR.

Power (Stand-by)

This set must first be plugged into the wall outlet and turned on at the power switch. Press this button to turn this set On from Standby mode, Press it again to turn this set OFF to Standby mode.

Direct TV Record button (see page 11)

Aspect Control (see page 33, 34)

Channel return

DIRECT TV REC

PICTURE

SOUND

SET UP

TV/TEXT

ASPECT

F.P.

CH RETURN

INDEX

TV/AV

HOLD

Switches to previously view to channel.

Sound Mute

Press to mute the sound completely the “ ” symbol will appear. Press again to restore the previous sound level, and cancel the mute.

Programme Number Selection

Press to select the next higher or lower Programme number.

V olume Adjustment

Press to increase or decrease the sound volume level.

Volume

TV/AV Mode Selection

Press to select TV, AV input signal modes sequentially.

Coloured buttons used for Programme edit (see page 20, 21, 22) Teletext functions (see page 36, 37, 38) AV Selection

TEXT hold (see page 37)

Basic controls

Note:

• It is also possible to turn this set On from STANDBY mode by pressing the “Direct Programme Number Selection” Buttons (0-9) on the Remote Control.

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STR HELP

PROGRAMMEREC

TEXT Index (see page 38)

Direct Programme Number

• Direct Programme Number Selection

You can select the number directly by pressing the “C” button and corresponding programme number buttons.

Channel Number 8.......

Channel Number 36.....

• Direct Programme Number Selection

You can select the number directly by pressing “Number 0-9” buttons or by pressing “Two Digit” and “Number 0-9” buttons.

Programme Number 8 .....

Programme Number 12....

VCR/DVD Control

(see page 35)

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Using the On Screen Displays

Many features available on this set can be accessed via the On Screen Display menu system. Use the remote control as shown below to access and adjust features as desired.

Press to display “Picture menu” screen.

Picture menu

Contrast Brightness Colour Sharpness Colour balance P-NR Mode

Normal Off Dynamic

DIRECT TV REC

PICTURE

SOUND

SET UP

ASPECT

CH RETURN

TV/AV

Press to display “Setup menu” screen.

Setup menu

AV2 out TV Teletext TOP Off timer Q-Link Text language 3:2 Pulldown Tuning menu OSD language

Off On West Off Access Access

Press to display “Sound menu” screen.

Sound menu

Volume Bass Treble Balance Headphone volume MPX Mode Ambience

No service Music Off

TV/TEXT

F.P.

INDEX

HOLD

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PROGRAMMEREC

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