Panasonic TX-24DX1 User Manual

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T X --- 2 4 D X 1

Colour Television

(U.K. Standard)

Operating Instructions

TQB8E2946U ---3

WELCOME

Dear Panasonic Customer,
Welcome to the Panasonic family of customers. We hope that you have many years of enjoyment from your
new colour television. This is a very advanced television; however, the Quick Start Guide will allow you to use
the TV as quickly as possible. You can then read the instructions completely and retain them for future
reference.

CONTENTS

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

Accessories 4.....................................

Inserting the Remote Control Batteries 4............

Basic Controls 5..................................

Quick Start Guide 6................................

Using the On Screen Displays 11...................

Aspect Control 12.................................

Picture Menu 15...................................

Sound Menu 16...................................

Setup Menu 17....................................

Tuning Menu -- overview 18.........................

Tuning Menu -- Shipping condition 25...............

Tuning Menu -- Owner I.D. 26.......................

AV Select and Setup 27............................

Q-- Link 28........................................

VCR and Satellite Receiver Installation 30...........

VCR/DVD Operation 31............................

Te l e t e xt O p e ra t i o n 3 2..............................

Audio / Video (AV) Connections 34..................

Via the front 4 pin S--- Video AV3, RCA Audio / Video

and Headphone sockets 34...........................

Scart and S-- Video socket information 34...............

Via the rear AV1 / AV2(S) 21 Pin Scart

and RCA Audio Out terminals 35.......................

Tuning Menu -- Programme edit 19..................

Tuning Menu -- Auto setup 23.......................

Tuning Menu -- Manual tuning 24....................

2

Troubleshooting 36................................

Foryourguidance 37..............................

Specifications 37..................................

WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS

D This TV set is designed to operate on 220 -- 240V , 50Hz A.C.

D To prevent damage which might result in electric shock or fire,

do not expose this TV set to rain or excessive moisture.

D WARNING : HIGH VOLTAGE !!!

Donotremovetherearcoveraslivepartsareaccessiblewhen
it is removed. There are no user serviceable parts inside.

D Avoid exposing the TV set to direct sunlight and other sources

of heat.

D 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 when the TV set is not used for a prolonged period
of time.

FOR YOUR SAFETY PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY

This appliance is supplied with a fitted three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 5 amp fuse is fittedin this plug. If the fuse is
replaced then the replacement fuse must be 5 amp rated and should be approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.

Check for the ASTA mark

If the fitted plug has a removable fuse cover you must ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is
replaced. If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is
obtained. Replacement fuse covers can be purchased through your local Panasonic dealer.

The plug fitted to this appliance incorporates a mains filter circuit. If this is removed or
replaced with a non-- filtered plug this television will no longer meet the European
standards for Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC). If the fitted plug is unsuitable for
the socket outlet in your home an appropriate adapter should be used.

ASA

or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse.

D CABINET AND PICTURE TUBE CARE

Remove the mains plug from the wall socket. The cabinet and
picture tube can be cleaned with a soft cloth moistened with
mild detergent and water. Do not use solutions containing
benzol or petroleum. TV sets can produce static electricity,
care must be taken whenever touching the TV screen.

D Adequate ventilation is essential to prevent failure of electrical

components, we recommend that a gap of at least 5cm is left
all around this television receiver even when it is placed inside
a cabinet or between shelves.

Example 1.

Nonetheless, if the fitted plug is replaced, the fuse should be taken out and the cut-- off
plug disposed of safely. There is danger of severe electrical shock if the cut off plug is
inserted into any 13 amp. socket.

If a new plug is to be fitted please observe the wiring code as shown below.
If in any doubt please consult a qualified electrician.

Howtoreplacethefuse(forplugtypeshowninexample1):

Lift out the removable fuse compartment with a screwdriver and replace the fuse, then refit

securely into the mains plug (See example 1).

Howtoreplacethefuse(forplugtypeshowninexample2):
Lift open the fuse compartment, in the mains plug, with a screwdriver, and replace the fuse,
then press the fuse cover down securely. (See example 2).

IMPORTANT

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond to the markings identifying the terminals in your plug,
proceed as follows :--

1. The BLUE

2. The BROWN

IMPORTANT NOTE

marked with the letter ‘E’ or the earth symbol.

:-- The wires in the mains lead of this appliance are coloured in accordance with the following code :--

BLUE : NEUTRAL BROWN : LIVE

wire must be connected to the terminal marked ‘N’ or coloured black.

wire must be connected to the terminal marked ‘L’ or coloured red.

: Under no circumstances should either of these wires be connected to the Earth terminal of the three pin plug,

Example 2.

3

ACCESSORIES

Check that you have the accessories and items shown

Operating Instruction book
TQB8E2946U --- 1

TX--24DX1

1 Year Guarantee Registration

Remote Control Transmitter
EUR511210

n

Batteries for the Remote Control
T ransmitter.
(2 x R6 (UM3) size)

TV Stand TS-- 2800 or TS- -- 2800S
(Assembly instructions are
included in stand packaging)

Pan European Guarantee Card

INSERTING THE REMOTE CONTROL BATTERIES

1 2 3

Slide off the battery cover Insert batteries -- note correct polarity

(+ and -- )

Replace the cover

Notes:

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

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

D Do not mix different battery types, i.e. Alkaline and Manganese. Do not use rechargeable (Ni-- C d , N i --- M H ) b a t t e r i e s .

4

BASIC CONTROLS :
FRONT PANEL AND REMOTE CONTROL

Press here and open flap to expose TV controls, front AV3 and headphone terminals

MAINS Power
On/Off switch

Red light indicates Standby mode.
U s e S t a n d b y s w i t c h , --- , + o r 0 --- 9
buttons to switch TV On

STR (Normalisation store)

Used to store tuning and other function settings

TV/AV switch (see page 27)

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

Increases or decreases the programme position by one. When a
function is already displayed, press to increase or decrease the
selected function

S ---VHS socket (see page 34)

Headphone socket (see page 34)

RCA Audio/Video
sockets (page 34)

Standby On/Off switch

Switches TV On or Off standby

Menu buttons

Press to access the Picture, Sound

and Setup menus (see page 11)

Status button

Press to display programme position,

programme name, channel number,

NICAM mode, aspect mode and

programme table

Teletext buttons (see page 32)

Direct TV Record button

(see page 28)

Ambience on/off

Aspect control button

(see page 12)

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

Sound mute On/Off

Cursor buttons to make selections and
adjustments

Switch between viewing TV or AV input
(see page 27)

Coloured buttons used for
Programme Edit functions (see page 19)
Teletext functions (see page 32)
AV selection (see page 27)

Programme / channel change
buttons (0- 9) and Teletext page buttons
(see page 32)
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 31)

The N button will recall settings

stored with STR

STR (Normalisation store)

The Help button provides a
demonstrationofOnScreen
Display menus

5

QUICK START GUIDE

Connection and setting up options

1. If connecting the TV using an RF cable only, proceed to option 1.

2. If connecting the TV using Scart and RF cables, proceed to option 2.

3. If connecting the TV to a Q-- Link (or Q-- Link compatible) VCR, proceed to option 3 on page 7.

4. If connecting the TV to a Q-- Link (or Q-- Link compatible) VCR and a Satellite Receiver, proceed to option 4 on page 8.

1. Connection of TV using an RF cable only

RF Connection

D Connect the RF cable into the TV Aerial socket ( ).

Mains

Socket

Aerial

Input

socket

2. Connection of TV and VCR using Scart and RF cables

Scart Connections

D TheVCRcanalsobeconnectedtotheTVusingaScartcableifyouareusingaScartequippedVCR.
D Use the TV’s AV1 Scart socket for a VCR.
D UsetheTV’sAV2SScartsocketforanS---VideoVCR.

RF Connection

D Connect the RF cable to the Aerial In socket of the VCR and an RF cable from the VCR Aerial Out socket to the

TV Aerial socket ( ).

TV

Mains

Aerial

Input

socket

Socket

AV1 and AV2

Scart sockets

Mains

Socket

VCR

AV1

Scart socket

Aerial

Input

socket

Aerial

Output

socket

Notes :

Additional equipment and cables are not supplied.
Further details of Audio/ Video co nnections can be found on pages 34 and 35.

6

QUICK START GUIDE

What is Q-- Li nk ?

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

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

D Preset Download -- Downloading of tuning information from the TV to the VCR.
D Direct TV Record -- For immediate recording of the current program (What You See Is What You Record).

When using a

D Preset Download -- Downloading of tuning information from the TV to the VCR.
D Direct TV Record -- For immediate recording of the current program (What You See Is What You Record).
D TV/VCR Auto Power On -- When the VCR plays a tape the TV will automatically switch On and select the AV2 input.
D VCR Auto Power Standby -- When the TV is switched into Standby, the VCR will also switch into Standby.
D VCR Image view On -- If the TV is in Standby mode and the VCR sends a menu to be displayed on the TV screen

This TV will also communicate with other VCR’s that bear the following logos :

D “DATA LOGIC” (a trademark of Metz Corporation).
D “Easy Link” (a trademark of Philips Corporation).
D “Megalogic” (a trademark of Grundig Corporation).
D “SMARTLINK” (a trademark of Sony Corporation).

These VCR’s may support some or all of the above functions. Refer to the VCR operating instruction book.
Further information on Q-- Link can be found on page 28.

In order for Q-- Link to function correc tly, the Scart cables must be connected in a certain way, dependent on whether the TV
is being connected to a VCR (option 3, below) or to a VCR and Satellite Receiver (option 4, overleaf).

“Q-- Link” VCR the main features poss ible are the following :

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

3. Q-- Link connection of TV and VCR using Scart and RF c able s

Scart Connection

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

Note :

If using a
VCR, please consult your VCR operating instruction book.

“Q-- Link” VCR then the AV1 Scart of the VCR must be co nnected to the AV2 socket of the TV. If your VCR is not a “Q-- Link”

RF Connection

D Connect the RF cable to the Aerial In socket of the VCR and an RF cable from the VCR Aerial Out socket to the TV Aerial

socket ( ).

TV

Mains

Socket

Aerial

Input

socket

AV2 Scart

socket

Notes :

Additional equipment and cables are not supplied.
Further details of Audio/ Video co nnections can be found on pages 34 and 35.
Further information for VCR and Satellite Receiver installation with this TV can be found on page 30.

Mains

Socket

VCR

AV1

Scart socket

Aerial

Input

socket

Aerial

Output

socket

7

QUICK START GUIDE

4. Q-- Link connecti on of TV, VCR and Satellite Re ceiver using Scart and RF cables

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

Scart Connections

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

D TheAV2ScartoftheVCRmustbeconnectedtotheVCRsocketoftheSatelliteReceiver.
D The TV Scart socket of the Satellite Receiver must be connected to the AV1 Scart socket of the TV.

Note :

If using a
VCR, please consult your VCR operating instruction book.

RF Connections

D Connect an RF cable to the Aerial In socket of the Satellite Receiver.
D Connect an RF cable from the RF Out so cket of the Satellite Receiver to the RF In socket of the VCR.

D Connect an RF cable from the RF Out socket of the VCR to the TV Aerial In socket (

TV

“Q-- Link” VCR then the AV1 Scart of the VCR must be connected to the AV2 socket of the TV. If your VCR is not a “Q-- Link”

).

Mains

Socket

Aerial

Input

socket

AV1 Scart

socket

AV2 Scart

socket

Mains

Socket

Mains

Socket

VCR

TV Scart

socket

VCR Scart

socket

AV1

Scart socket

AV2

Scart socket

Aerial
Output
socket

SATELLITE
RECEIVER

Aerial

Input
socket

Aerial

Input

socket

Aerial
Output
socket

Notes :

Additional equipment and cables are not supplied.
Further details of Audio / Video connections can be found on pages 34 and 35.
Further information for VCR and Satellite Receiver installation with this TV can be found on page 30.

8

QUICK START GUIDE

Ensure that the VCR is in Standby mode.

1

Switch ON your Satellite Receiver.

Plug the TV into mains socket and switch ON.

Owner ID

3

As an added feature, this TV has the option of adding a security code (Owner ID) and personal details into its memory,
so that in the unfortunate event of theft it will help the P olice to trace the owner.

Enter required 4 digit Owner ID
PIN NUMBER.
(using 0 to 9 on the remote control).

Mains

Socket

2

Programmes will appear immediately if your dealer
has programmed the TV for you.
If the TV has not been programmed for you then Auto
setup will begin. TV stations will be located, sorted into
order and stored ready for use.

CH44

AUTO SETUP IN PROGRESS

SEARCHING : PLEASE WAIT

Stored CH44 BBC1

21 68

TV / AV : To exit

You now have the opportunity
to enter your details and
help the police crack crime
see instruction book

Change

character

Select

character

’STR’ Button -- Store Owner ID

TV/AV

Exit

Owner ID

Enter NAME, HOUSE NUMBER and POSTCODE.

4

If a 4 digit PIN NUMBER was entered
above, you will be taken automaticall y to
the NAME line.

If not, move to the NAME line.

Change character.

Select character position.

Repeat above until NAME, HOUSE
NUMBER and POSTCODE are entered.

Press STR to store the details.

Press STR again, when you are asked
“A r e y ou su r e ? ”

STR

STR

PIN NUMBER : KKKK
NAME : KKKKKKKKKKKKKK
HOUSE NO : KKKKKKKKKKK
POSTCODE : KKKKKKKKKKK

0123456789

You now have the opportunity
to enter your details and
help the police crack crime
see instruction book

Change

character

Select

character

’STR’ Button -- Store Owner ID

TV/AV

Exit

Owner ID

PIN NUMBER : 1234
NAME : KKKKKKKKKKKKKK
HOUSE NO : KKKKKKKKKKK
POSTCODE : KKKKKKKKKKK

ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRST
UVWXYZ+-- . 0123456789

For further information on Owner I.D., see page 26.

A space is provided on page 26 to write down the PIN

NUMBER for future reference.

9

QUICK START GUIDE

5

6

TV to VCR Download

If a “Q-- Link”, “
has been connected to the AV2 socket before
starting Step 1, programme information will be
downloaded to the VCR.

Downloaded tuning information 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.

You are now ready to begin viewing programmes

The cursor controls provide the two basic functions:

NEXTVIEWLINK” or compatible VCR

TV > VCR DOWNLOAD IN PROGRESS

PLEASE WAIT

PROGRAMME : 48

REMOTE CONTROL UNAVAILABLE

BBC1

Adjust Volume Change Programme

Notes :

If the VCR has not accepted download data from the TV, 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 :

D The Scart cable is connected to the TV’s AV2 Scart socket.

D The Scart cable is connected to the VCR’s compatible (Q-- Link,

D The Scart cable is a “fully wired” type.

For further information on Q-- Link and connecting equipment, see pages 28, 34 and 35.

D 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 -- seepage19fordetails.

D If you have an analogue satellite receiver, select ’SKY ONE’ or ’SKY NEWS’ on the receiver before starting Auto Setup.

After Auto Setup is complete, the satellite position will be shown as ’SAT’ in the channel listing to denote programmes from the
satellite receiver.

D If you have a digital satelli te receiver, you can start Auto Setup with the receiver set to any channel. You will then have to manually

name the ’SAT’ position after Auto Setup is complete. Refer to the Programme edit menu -- seepage19fordetails.

Prog. Position All channels No CH5 No CH5 / S4C No CH4 / CH5 No S4C No CH4 / S4C No CH4 / S4C / CH5

1 BBC1 BBC1 BBC1 BBC1 BBC1 BBC1 BBC1

2 BBC2 BBC2 BBC2 BBC2 BBC2 BBC2 BBC2

3 ITV ITV ITV ITV ITV ITV ITV

4 CH4 CH4 CH4 S4C CH4 CH5 ~

5 S4C S4C ~ ~ CH5 ~ ~

6 CH5 ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~

Note :
~ The next available channel will appear, if no other stations are available then the Programme position will remain unused.

NEXTVIEWLINK or similar technology) Scart socket.

10

USING THE ON SCREEN DISPLAYS

This TV has a comprehensive system of On Screen Display menus to access

adjustments and options

Select

Menu Title

Picture menu

TV/AV

Change

Exit

Instructions

Sub-- menus

Selection bar

Some selections, for example, Contrast, Brightness, Colour and Sharpness
will allow you to increase or decrease their level.

Some selections, for example, Off timer, allow a change of setting to be made.

Some selections, for example Tuning menu, will lead to a further menu.

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.

Contrast
Brightness
Colour
Sharpness
Colour balance Normal
P-- NR Off
AI On

PICTURE

SOUND

Indicator for options

SET UP

The STR button is used 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.

The HELP button will run a demonstration of the
menus available. Press the HELP button and
select one of the options.

If the HELP button is pressed whilst a menu is
displayed, the ’Instructions’ box will be hidden
from view. Press the HELP button again to show
the ’Instructions’ box.

STR

TV/AV

HELP

?

11

ASPECT CONTROLS

A

The widescreen TV will allow you to enjoy viewing the picture at its maximum size, including

widescreen ‘cinema format’ pictures.

Note: Just mode is not available when viewing an RGB source.

Press the ASPECT button to move through the
six aspect op t i ons : Panasonic Auto, 4:3, Zoom,
16:9 (Full), 14:9 and Just

Panasonic Auto

Panasonic Auto determines the best aspect ratio to

use to display the picture you are viewing. It does this
using a four step process to determine if the picture
being viewed is a widescreen picture.

If Panasonic Auto detects a widescreen signal it
switches into the appropriate 16:9 or 14:9 widescreen
mode. If Panasonic Auto does not detect a
widescreen signal then the picture is displayed in Just
or 4:3 mode.

The text shown on the screen indicates how
Panasonic Auto determined which ratio to use:

’WIDE’ appears in the top left of the screen if a
widescreeen identification signal (WSS) is found or a
signal found through a Scart socket. Panasonic Auto
switches to the appropriate 16:9 or 14:9 widescreen
ratio
’Panasonic Auto’ appears in the top left of the scr eenif
black stripes above and below the picture are
detected. Panasonic Auto chooses the best ratio and
expands the picture to fill the screen. This process can
take several minutes, depending how dark the picture
is.
’Panasonic Auto’ appears in the top left of the screen
and red and green keys at the bottom if no indication of
a widescreen signal is found, the picture is displayed
in Just or 4:3 mode. If the picture has a standard 4:3
aspect ratio then you may prefer to view itat its original
size, the red and green keys that appear allow you to
choose between viewing at standard 4:3 size or
expanded in Just mode.
Equally, you may prefer to select one of the other
modes available to view the picture.

SPECT

WIDE

’WIDE’ appears in the top left of the screen, Panasonic Auto

switches to the appropriate 16:9 or 14:9 widescreen ratio.

Panasonic Auto

’Panasonic Auto’ appears in the top left of the screen,

The best ratio is chosen and the picture expanded to fill the screen.

Panasonic Auto

Notes:

D If, in Panasonic Auto mode, you experience

problems with the screen display size when
playing back widescreen format recordings from
your VCR then it is possible that the tracking
control of your VCR requires adjustment (your
VCR instruction book will contain adjustment
details).

D The widescreen aspect ratios of different films and

programmes can vary. If these are wider than a
standard 16:9 aspect picture then a black band
may be visible at the top and bottom of the screen.

4:3 Just

’Panasonic Auto’ appears in the top left of the screen,

The picture is displayed in Just or 4:3 mode,

red and green keys appear, allowing switching between

Just and 4:3 modes.

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