Panasonic TX-32A400B User Manual

Operating Instructions
LCD Television
Model No.
TX-32A400B
Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product. Please read these instructions carefully before operating this product and retain them for future reference. The images shown in this manual are for illustrative purposes only.
UK and Ireland model
Transport only in upright position
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Notice for DVB / Data broadcasting
This TV is designed to meet the standards (as of August,
2013) of digital services.
● Not all the features are available depending on the
country, area, broadcaster, service provider and network environment.
● The compatibility with future services is not guaranteed.
● Check the latest information on the available services at
the following website.
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/tv/
Contents
Be Sure to Read
Safety Precautions ................................................. 3
Maintenance ...........................................................5
Quick Start Guide
Accessories / Options ...........................................6
Basic Connection ................................................. 10
Identifying Controls .............................................13
Auto Setup ............................................................ 14
Basic Features
Watching TV ..........................................................15
How to Use Menu Functions ............................... 17
Advanced features
Using Media Player ..............................................23
Others
FAQs ......................................................................26
Specications ....................................................... 27
Licence .................................................................. 31
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Be Sure to Read

Safety Precautions

Warning
To help avoid risk of electrical shock, re, damage or injury, please follow the warnings below:
 Mains plug and lead
● This TV is designed to operate on AC 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz.
● Insert the mains plug fully into the socket outlet.
● Ensure that the mains plug is easily accessible.
● Remove the mains plug when cleaning the TV.
● Do not touch the mains plug
with a wet hand.
● Do not damage the mains
lead.
Do not place a heavy
object on the lead.
Do not place the lead
near a high temperature
object.
Do not pull on the lead.
Hold onto the mains plug body when disconnecting the plug.
Do not move the TV with the lead plugged into a socket outlet.
Do not twist the lead, bend it excessively or stretch it.
Do not use a damaged mains plug or socket outlet.
Ensure the TV does not crush the mains lead.
● Do not use any mains lead other than that provided with this TV.
● If you detect anything unusual, immediately switch
off the mains supply switch and remove the mains plug.
AC 220-240 V
50/60 Hz
Safety Precautions
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A 5 amp fuse is fitted in this mains plug. Shall the fuse need to be replaced, please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5 amps and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.
interference and for your safety.
dealer.
securely into the mains plug (see example 1).
then press the fuse cover down securely (see example 2).
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or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse.
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.deniatbo si revoc tnemecalper a litnu desu eb ton tsum gulp sniam eht revoc esuf eht esol uoy fI
Example 1
diova ot VT
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dezirohtua na morf tnemecalper a esahcrup ,degamad semoceb dael sniam ro gulp eht fI
tifer neht ,esuf eht ecalper dna revirdwercs a htiw tnemtrapmoc esuf elbavomer eht tuo tfiL
Example 2
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.decalper si esuf eht nehw dettifer si ti taht erusne tsum uoy ,revoc esuf elbavomer a sniatnoc gulp sniam eht fI
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Warning
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 Take care
To help avoid risk of electrical shock, re, damage or injury, please follow the warnings below:
Safety Precautions
● Do not remove covers and never modify the TV yourself as live parts
are accessible when they are removed. There are no user serviceable parts inside.
● Do not expose the TV to rain or excessive moisture. This TV must not
be exposed to dripping or splashing water and objects lled with liquid,
such as vases, must not be placed on top of or above the TV.
● Do not expose the TV to direct sunlight and other sources of heat.
To prevent re never place any type of candle or naked ame on top or
near the TV.
● Do not place the TV on sloped or unstable surfaces, and ensure that
the TV does not hang over the edge of the base.
Do not insert foreign objects into the TV through the air vents.
Do not use an unapproved base / mounting equipment. Be sure to ask your local Panasonic dealer to perform the
setup or installation of approved wall-hanging brackets.
● Do not apply strong force or impact to the display panel.
● This TV is designed for Table-top use.
To prevent the spread of re, keep candles or other open ames away from this product at all times
 Small object
This product contains possibly dangerous parts that can be breathed in or swallowed by young children accidentally.
● Keep the dangerous parts out of reach of young children.
Caution
 Ventilation
Allow sufcient space around the TV in order to help prevent excessive heat, which could lead to early failure of some
electronic components.
● Ventilation should not be impeded by covering
the ventilation openings with items such as newspapers, tablecloths and curtains.
● Whether you are using the base or not, always ensure the vents in the bottom of the TV are not blocked and there
is sufcient space to enable adequate ventilation.
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Minimum distance
 Moving the TV
Before moving the TV, disconnect all cables.
 When not in use for a long time
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.
● Remove the mains plug from the wall socket when the TV is not in use for a prolonged period of time.
 Excessive volume
Do not expose your ears to excessive volume from the headphones.
Irreversible damage can be caused.

Maintenance

First, remove the mains plug from the socket outlet.
Display panel, Cabinet, Base
Regular care:
Gently wipe the surface of the display panel, cabinet, or
base by using a soft cloth to clean the dirt or ngerprints.
Caution
● Do not use a hard cloth or rub the surface too hard, otherwise this may cause scratches on the surface.
Take care not to subject the TV’s surfaces to water or detergent. Liquid inside the TV could lead to product
failure.
Take care not to subject the surfaces to insect repellent, solvent, thinner or other volatile substances. This may
degrade surface quality or cause peeling of the paint.
The surface of the display panel is specially treated and may be easily damaged. Take care not to tap or scratch
the surface with your ngernail or other hard objects.
Do not allow the cabinet and base to make contact with a rubber or PVC substance for a long time. This may
degrade surface quality.
Mains plug
Wipe the mains plug with a dry cloth at regular intervals. Moisture and dust may lead to re or electrical shock.
For stubborn dirt:
First clean the dust on the surface. Dampen a soft cloth with clean water or diluted neutral detergent (1 part detergent to 100 parts water). Wring the cloth and wipe the surface. Finally, wipe away all the moisture.
Maintenance
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Quick Start Guide

Quick Start Guide
MEDIA PLAYER INPUT
TV AV
MENU TEXT STTL GUIDE
EXIT
OK
OPTION
BACK/ RETURN
ASPECT
MUTE
STILL
LAST VIEW
TV
jkl
tuv
abc
mno
wxyz
def
ghi
pqrs

Accessories / Options

Standard accessories
Remote Control
N2QAYB000816
Batteries for the Remote Control (2)
● (R6AA)
(p. 6)
Base
(p. 8)
Mains Lead
(p. 10)
Assembly screw for
Operating Instructions Production Registration Leaet
base (4)
(p. 8)
Accessories / Options
M4 × 16 mm
● Accessories may not be placed all together. Take care not to throw them away unintentionally.
● This product contains possibly dangerous parts (such as plastic bags), that can be breathed in or swallowed by
young children accidentally. Keep these parts out of reach of young children.
Installing / removing remote’s batteries
1 Remove the battery compartment cover. 2 Insert two R6AA batteries (1.5V) according to “+” and
“-” polarity markings inside the battery compartment, then close the battery compartment cover.
Pull open
Hook
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.
Replace only with same or equivalent type. Do not mix different battery types (such as alkaline and manganese
batteries).
● Do not use rechargeable (Ni-Cd) batteries.
● Do not burn or break up batteries.
Do not expose batteries to excessive heat such as sunshine, re or the like.
● Make sure you dispose of batteries correctly.
Ensure batteries are replaced correctly, there is danger of explosion and re if battery is reversed.
● Do not disassemble or modify the remote control.
Close
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Quick Start Guide
Optional accessories
Please contact your local Panasonic dealer to purchase the recommended optional accessories. For additional details, please read the manual of the optional accessories.
Wall-hanging bracket
Please contact your local Panasonic dealer to purchase the recommended wall-hanging bracket.
● Holes for wall-hanging bracket installation
Depth of screw:
minimum 13 mm maximum 17 mm
Diameter: M4
Screw for xing the TV onto the wall-hanging
bracket (not supplied with the TV)
● Make sure that all screws are securely
tightened.
Rear of the TV
TX-32A400B
a: 100 mm b: 100 mm
(View from the side)
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 qualied installer
will void your warranty.
● Carefully read the instructions accompanying optional accessories, and be 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 which will void your warranty.
● Do not mount the unit directly below ceiling lights (such as spotlights or halogen lights) which typically give off high
heat. Doing so may warp or damage plastic cabinet parts.
Take care when xing wall brackets to the wall. Wall mounted equipment shall not be grounded by metal within 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 xed wall position when no longer in use.
TX-32A400B
Accessories / Options
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Quick Start Guide
Attaching / removing the base
Warning
Do not disassemble or modify the base.
Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result.
Caution
Do not use any base other than the one provided with this TV.
Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result.
Do not use the base if it becomes warped or physically damaged.
If you use the base while it is physically damaged, personal injury may result. Contact your local Panasonic dealer
immediately.
During set-up, make sure that all screws are securely tightened.
If insufcient care is taken to ensure screws are properly tightened during assembly, the base 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 base 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.
Accessories / Options
If two or more people are not present, the TV may be dropped, and personal injury may result.
When removing the base from the TV, do not remove the base by the methods other than the specied procedure. (see below)
Otherwise the TV and / or base may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result.
Assembly screws for base (4) Base
M4 × 16 mm
1 Place the TV screen face-down on a cushioned, clean
surface to protect the screen from damages and scratches.
3 Use the assembly screws for base to fasten the base
securely to the TV.
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2 Insert the base hook into the bottom hole of the TV.
● Please remove the mylar of base before installing.
4 Please be sure to fasten assembly screws with screw
driver.
Quick Start Guide
Indicator / Control panel
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2
1
5 7
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MENU
1/2
Mode
Sound
Bass Treble Balance Headphone Volume Surround Auto Gain Control Volume CorrectionVolume Correction
Preferred Audio 1 French
Speaker Distance to Wall
Music
0 0 0
20 O O
0
Over 30cm
Main Menu
Picture
Sound
Timer
Setup
Change
Select
RETURN
Page up
Page down
Network
OK
BACK/
RETURN
EXIT
1 Remote control signal receiver
Do not place any objects between the TV remote
control signal receiver and remote control.
2 Power indicator
Red: Standby Green: On
● The LED blinks when the TV receives a command
from the remote control.
3 (POWER)
● Switches TV on or off.
● To completely turn off the TV, please remove the
mains lead from the wall socket.
4
● Selects an input source.
Conrms and enters a selection on the On-Screen
Display Menu.
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Opens or closes the On-Screen Display Menu.
Bottom side
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● Changes volume.
Adjusts the value of the selected item on the
On-Screen Display Menu.
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● Changes channels.
● Selects item on the On-Screen Display Menu.
Note
● If the TV is turned off by (POWER) button on the bottom of the TV, you cannot switch TV power on by button of
the remote control. Please press (POWER) button again on the bottom of the TV to turn the TV on.
Using the On-Screen Displays - Operation guide
Many features available on this TV can be accessed via the On-Screen Display menu.
 Operation guide  How to use remote control
Operation guide will help you to operate by using the remote control.
Example: [Sound]
OK
● Open the main menu
● Move the cursor / select from a
range of options / select the menu
item (up and down only) / adjust
levels (left and right only)
● Access the menu / store settings
after adjustments have been made
or options have been set
Accessories / Options
Operation guide
Auto power standby function
The TV will automatically go into Standby mode in the following conditions:
[Off Timer] is active in the [Timer]. (p. 21)
No operation is performed for the period selected in [Auto Standby]. (p. 21)
● Return to the previous menu
● Exit the menu system and return to
the normal viewing screen
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Quick Start Guide

Basic Connection

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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.
Terminals
1 HDMI 2 (p. 11)
2 ETHERNET
3 DIGITAL AUDIO
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4 AV 1 (SCART) (p. 11 )
5 AV 2 (COMPONENT / VIDEO)
Basic Connection
Connections
Mains lead and aerial
Mains lead AC 220-240 V 50/60 Hz
6 HDMI 1 (ARC) (p. 11)
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7 Terrestrial terminal (see below)
8 CI slot
9 Headphone jack
10 USB port
DVB, Analogue
 Mains Lead
Insert the mains plug (supplied) rmly into
place.
● When disconnecting the mains lead,
be absolutely sure to disconnect the mains plug
at the socket outlet rst.
Terrestrial aerial
Cable
RF cable
If the aerial is placed in the wrong location, interference might happen.
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