Panasonic TX-20LA1P, TX-20LA1F, TX-17LA1P, TX-14LA1F, TX-17LA1F User Manual

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Operating Instructions

LCD TV

Model No.

TX-14LA1F

TX-14LA1P

TX-17LA1F

TX-17LA1P

TX-20LA1F

TX-20LA1P

LCD TV shown above is model TX-20LA1F.

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

English

TQBC0657-1

Welcome

Dear Panasonic Customer, We hope that you have many years of enjoyment from your new TV. The Quick Start Guide section at the beginning of this instruction book will allow you to use the TV as quickly as possible.We recommend that you then read the complete instruction book, and keep it to refer to as you explore the range of advanced features that this TV offers.

Contents

Accessories.............................................................2

Warnings and Precautions ...................................... 3

Fitting remote control batteries ...............................3

Antenna cover removal and fitting ..........................4

Cable cover removal and fitting .............................. 4

How to use the LCD stand ...................................... 4

Quick Start Guide....................................................5

Basic controls: top panel and remote control .......... 7

Using the On Screen Displays ................................ 8

Picture menu ........................................................... 9

Sound menu..........................................................10

Setup menu........................................................... 11

Tuning menu - overview........................................12

Tuning menu - Programme edit ............................ 13

Adding / deleting a programme channel ............ 13

Moving a programme channel ........................... 13

Tuning a programme channel............................13

Accessories

Check that you have the accessories and items shown

Operating Instruction book (TQBC0657)

Remote Control Transmitter (EUR511272)

PICTURE

SOUND

SET UP

F.P. INDEX HOLD

TV/TEXT

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5 6

ASPECT

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VCR

Renaming a programme channel ...................... 14

Locking a programme channel .......................... 14

Changing the sound system for a channel ........ 14

Tuning menu - Auto setup ..................................... 15

Tuning menu - Manual tuning ............................... 16

Manual tuning (via Top panel) ............................... 16

Aspect Controls.....................................................17

VCR / DVD operation ............................................ 18

Teletext operation..................................................19

Audio / video connections ..................................... 22

Connecting Headphones / Earphones...............22

How to connect the input terminals ................... 23

Troubleshooting .................................................... 24

Maintenance ......................................................... 25

Scart and S-video socket information ................... 25

Specifications ........................................................ 26

AC Adaptor & Mains Lead

• AC Adaptor: N0JZHJ000001 (TX-14LA1F) N0JZHK000011

TV/AV

(TX-17LA1F, TX-20LA1F) N0JZHJ000002 (TX-14LA1P) N0JZHK000014 (TX-17LA1P, TX-20LA1P)

• Mains Lead: (K2CR2DA00007)

TV Guarantee

Batteries for the Remote Control Transmitter (2 × R6 (UM3) size)

Warnings and Precautions

• This TV set is designed to operate on DC 15V.

• To prevent damage which might result in electric shock

or fire, do not expose this TV set 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.

• WARNING : HIGH VOLTAGE!!! Do not remove the rear cover as live parts are

accessible when it is removed. There are no user serviceable parts inside.

• TV Games / Home Computers Extended use of TV games or home computers with

any television set can cause a permanent ‘shadow’ on the screen. This type of irreversible LCD panel damage, can be limited by observing the following points:

• Reduce the brightness and contrast levels to a minimum viewing level.

• Do not allow a still picture to be displayed for an extended period, as this can cause a permanent after-image to remain on the LCD TV screen.

• Examples of still pictures include logos, video games, computer images, teletext and images displayed in 16:9 mode.

• This type of LCD panel damage, is not an operating defect, and as such is not covered by the Panasonic warranty.

• The On/Off switch on this model does not fully disconnect the TV from the mains supply. Remove the mains plug from the wall socket before connecting or disconnecting any leads, or if the TV set is not used for a prolonged period of time.

Note:

If the set is not switched off when the TV station stops transmitting, it will automatically go to stand-by mode after 30 minutes. This function will not operate when the TV is in AV mode.

• Cabinet and LCD panel care

Remove the mains plug from the wall socket. The

cabinet and LCD panel can be cleaned with a soft cloth moistened with mild detergent and water. Do not use solutions containing benzol or petroleum.

• When ambient temperature is cool, the picture may take a short time to reach normal brightness, but this is not a malfunction. (After brief moment, the picture will have normal brightness.)

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

• Avoid exposing the TV set 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 set.

Fitting remote control batteries

1 2 3

Two “R6 (UM3)” size

Slide off the battery cover

• 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 (Ni - Cad) batteries.

Insert batteries - note correct polarity (+ and -)

Replace the cover

Antenna cover removal and fitting (TX-17LA1, TX-20LA1)

TX-17LA1

Removal Removal

1. Grasp the cover at the bottom end and initially remove by pulling slightly toward yourself.

2. Slowly pull out in the downward direction.

TX-20LA1

Fitting Fitting

1. Insert the claws (at 4 points) at the top end.

2. Push it until click.

Cable cover removal and fitting (TX-17LA1, TX-20LA1)

Removal Fitting

1. Disengage the claws at the uppermost end.

2. Slowly pull out in the upward direction.

1. Grasp the opening and initially pull the cover slightly towards yourself to

disengage the claws (at 2 points on both the left and right).

2. Slowly pull out in the downward direction.

1. Insert the claws (at 4 points) at the top end.

2. Push it until click.

1. Insert the claws (at 2 points) at the bottom.

2. Push it until click.

Note:

Depending on the type of cable used it may not be possible to close the cover. In such cases the cable may be routed through the antenna cover.

How to use the LCD stand

Adjust the stand to your desired angle. The stand angle can be adjusted between 5 ° forward to 15 ° back.

Quick Start Guide

R.G.B

AV1

VCR

AV2

S - V

V L

DC IN 15V

R.G.B

AV1

S - V

VCR

AV2

V L

Example : TX-17LA1

SET TOP BOX

VCR / DVD recorder

Plug in aerial and connect ancillary equipment

1 Connect the mains lead to the AC Adaptor. 2 Connect the AC Adaptor DC plug to the DC IN

socket.

3 Plug into household mains socket.

• Be sure to use the mains lead and AC adaptor included in the accessories.

DC IN 15V

• Do not use the AC adaptor for other than the specified equipment.

• Unplug the AC adaptor if it is not used for long time.

• Do not place any objects on the AC adaptor.

• Do not use the AC adaptor outdoors.

• Do not attempt to repair the AC adaptor if it is broken

or malfunctioning. Refer the servicing to the service representative.

• Do not try to open the AC adaptor.

• Do not use water or wet cloth for cleaning the AC adaptor.

STR F TV/AV

Press the switch on the LCD TV to turn the set on.

IMPORTANT NOTES

Main Power switch

LED Indicator

Adaptor

connection only : Orange

There are two ways to switch the TV set to stand-by mode. (A) Press the

switch on the LCD TV

and check RED LED is lit.

STB : Red

On : No Light

(B) Press the

Stand-by button on the

remote control.

The TV set can be switched on by the remote

Power Indicator

Remote control

control if it was switched to stand-by using method (A) or method (B).

signal sensor

Quick Start Guide

Land

Select your country For Switzerland and Belgium,

select the desired language. If you wish to perform manual tuning, press the green button.

Start ATP Suchlauf

See page 16.

Green

Abbruch

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Press the red button to start Auto Setup

CH44

Speicherung CH44

02 78:01 41

TV/AV : Abbruch

Auto setup will begin, your stations will be located and stored.

Red

Basic controls: top panel and remote control

STR F TV/AV

MAINS Power

On / Off switch

STR (Normalisation store)

Used to store tuning and other function settings

F (Function select) Displays the On Screen Display functions, use repeatedly to select from the available functions - Volume, Backlight, Contrast, Brightness, Colour, Sharpness, Tint (in NTSC mode), Bass, Treble, Balance and Tuning.

Standby On / Off switch Switches TV On or Off standby

TV/AV switch (see page 22)

Increases or decreases the programme position by one. When a function is already displayed, press to increase or decrease the selected function. When in Standby mode, switches TV On

Sound mute On / Off

Menu buttons Press to access the PICTURE, SOUND and SETUP menus (see page 8 - 11)

Status button Press to display programme position, programme name, channel number, time, MPX mode, Receiving system, ASPECT mode and programme table

Teletext buttons (see page 19 - 21)

Ambience On / Off (see page 10)

ASPECT control button (see page 17)

Direct channel access During normal TV viewing or when in the

Tuning, Programme edit or Manual tuning menus, press and then enter

channel number using the numeric buttons

N (Normalise) button Resets all settings to their default levels

PICTURE

SOUND

SET UP

TV/TEXT

ASPECT

INDEX HOLD

F.P.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

VCR

DVD

REC-VCR

PROGRAMME

STR

TV/AV

Cursor buttons to make selections and adjustments

Switch between viewing TV or AV input (see page 22)

Coloured buttons used for Programme edit functions (see page 13) Teletext functions (see page 19) AV selection (see page 22)

Programme / channel change buttons (0-9) and Teletext page buttons (see page 19). When in Standby mode, switches TV On

Programme position for selection of two digit programmes (10-99) using numeric buttons

VCR / DVD buttons (see page 18)

STR (Normalisation store) Stores some current settings as the normalised settings in PICTURE and SOUND menus. Stores some settings in Tuning and Programme edit menus.

Using the On Screen Displays

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

The PICTURE, SOUND and SET UP buttons are used to open the main menus and also to return to the previous menu

The up and down cursor buttons are used to move the cursor up and down the menus

The left and right cursor buttons are used to access menus, adjust levels or to select from a range of options

The STR button is used with a number of features to store settings after adjustments have been made or options have been set

The TV/AV button is used to exit the menu system and return to the normal viewing screen

An On Screen Help box is displayed whenever a menu is displayed on the TV. This Help box indicates which keys on the remote control are used to navigate the menu shown, see above for descriptions of button functions.

Note:

The Help box is not shown in the menu pictures in this instruction book due to space limitations.

PICTURE

SOUND

STR

TV/AV

ON SCREEN HELP ‘Instructions’ box

Picture menu

Viewing mode Backlight

Backlight Contrast Brightness Colour Sharpness Colour balance AI P-NR MPEG NR

SET UP

TV/AV

Dynamic

Normal On Auto Off

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Select Adjust

Exit

PICTURE

Picture menu

Press the PICTURE menu button

Move to chosen menu option

Adjust chosen option or access chosen menu

Press the TV/AV button at any time to go back to watching TV

Viewing Mode

The Viewing mode menu allows you to select three different screen settings - Dynamic, Normal and Cinema. In each Viewing mode setting, Contrast, Brightness, Tint (in NTSC only), Colour, Sharpness and Colour balance can be adjusted and stored to suit your particular viewing requirement (for example, you may require different settings for viewing sport, films, news etc.) Viewing mode offers you up to maximum of three separate settings for each signal source: RF, AV1 (including RGB) and AV2. Changes will be stored automatically. By analysing and processing the incoming picture, all three modes feature automatic enhancement.

PICTURE

TV/AV

Picture menu

Viewing mode Backlight Contrast Brightness Colour Sharpness Colour balance AI P-NR MPEG NR

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Dynamic

Normal On Auto Off

Backlight Contrast Brightness Colour Sharpness

Tint

Colour balance

P-NR

MPEG NR

Increase or decrease the levels of these options according to your personal preference.

With an NTSC signal source connected to the TV, the picture hue can be adjusted to suit your taste.

Allows you to set the overall colour tone of the picture. Choose from Cool, Normal and Warm.

Automatically analyses the incoming picture and processes it to give improved contrast and optimum depth of field.

Automatically reduces unwanted picture noise. Reduces MPEG noise.

This function is effective in reducing the digital block noise when viewing DVD, VCD or digital broadcasting. The effect will be changed based on the scene and image.

Note: MPEG Compression technology of the image

signal adopted by DVD, VCD or digital broadcasting.

Picture menu

Viewing mode Backlight

Backlight Contrast Brightness Colour Sharpness Colour balance AI P-NR MPEG NR

Picture menu

Viewing mode Backlight Contrast Brightness Colour Sharpness Colour balance AI P-NR MPEG NR

Dynamic

Normal On Auto Off

Dynamic

Normal On Auto Off

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