Panasonic TX-26LXD60A, TX-32LXD60A User Manual

Operating Instructions

Digital LCD Television

Model No. TX-26LXD60A

TX-32LXD60A

U.K. Standard

English

DIRECT

DVB

TV REC

Analogue

MODE

TV/AVGUIDE

STTL INDEX HOLD

TEXT

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VCR

ASPECT

REC

VCR DVD

PROGRAMME

IDTV

EXIT

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.

Turn your living room into a home theatre!

Experience an amazing level of multi-media excitement

Receive terrestrial digital services using an integrated (Digital Video Broadcasting) tuner

(Display DVB programmes with TV Guide (p. 12) / Timer recording (p. 34) / Register and instantly call up favourite programmes with Proﬁ le Edit (p. 26))

Sharp pictures with HDMI terminal Control DVD recorder / VCR via TV with Q-Link connection Create DVD recorder link-ups with

"Control with HDMI" without complicated settings!

(p. 36)

Enjoy rich multi-media

Contents

Be Sure to Read

Safety Precautions ······································ 4

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(Warning & Caution)

Notes ··························································· 5

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Maintenance················································ 5

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Quick Start Guide

VCR

DVD recorder

Satellite receiver

DVD player

Camcorder

Accessories/Options Identifying Controls Basic Connection Auto Setup

Enjoy your TV!

Basic Features

Watching TV ·············································· 11

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Using TV Guide (DVB) ······························ 12

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Viewing Teletext ········································14

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Watching VCR, DVD and Satellites ··········17

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Advanced Features

How to Use Menu Functions ····················· 18

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(picture, sound quality, etc.)

DVB Settings (DVB) ·································· 24

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(pay-TV, subtitles, etc.)

Proﬁ le Edit / Child Lock (DVB) ·················· 26

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DVB Tuning Menu (DVB) ·························· 28

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Common Interface Module (DVB) ············· 29

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Editing and Setting Channels (Analogue)

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Restore Settings········································ 32

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Owner ID ··················································· 33

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Recording Controls ···································34

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Q-Link Functions ······································· 36

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HDMI Functions ········································37

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External Equipment ··································· 40

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Viewing Advanced FAQs, etc.Quick Start Guide

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FAQs, etc.

Technical Information ································42

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FAQs ·························································44

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On screen messages ································ 46

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Index ························································· 47

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Speciﬁ cations ············································ 47

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Licence ······················································ 48

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Safety Precautions

Warnings & Precautions

Handling the mains plug

Ensure that the mains plug is easily accessible at all times. 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. Remove the mains plug from the wall socket before connecting or disconnecting any leads.

Note

If the set is not switched off when the TV station stops transmitting, it will automatically go to standby mode after 30 minutes. This function will operate only in Analogue TV model.

Do not expose to direct sunlight and other sources of heat

Avoid exposing the TV set to direct sunlight and other sources of heat. To prevent ﬁ re never place any type of candle or naked ﬂ ame on top or near the TV set.

AC 220-240 V 50 Hz

Power source

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

IMPORTANT: THE MOULDED MAINS PLUG

FOR YOUR SAFETY, PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY. This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 5 amp fuse is

ﬁ tted 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.

Check for the ASTA mark If the mains plug contains a removable fuse cover, you must ensure that it is reﬁ tted when the fuse is replaced.

If you lose the fuse cover the mains plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained. A replacement fuse cover may be purchased from your local Panasonic Dealer.

If the ﬁ tted moulded mains plug is unsuitable for the socket outlet in your home, then the fuse shall be removed and the mains plug cut off and disposed of safety. There is a danger of severe electrical shock if the cut off mains plug is inserted into any 13 amp socket.

If a new mains plug is to be ﬁ tted, please observe the wiring code as shown below. If in any doubt, please consult a qualiﬁ ed electrician.

WARNING: – THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED. IMPORTANT: – The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: –

Green-and-Yellow: Earth Blue: Neutral Brown: Live As the colours of the wire in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings

identifying the terminals in your mains plug, proceed as follows. The wire which is coloured GREEN-AND-YELLOW must be connected to the terminal in the mains plug which is

marked with the letter E or by the Earth symbol The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal in the mains plug which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK. The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal in the mains plug which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED. How to replace the fuse. Open the fuse compartment with a screwdriver and replace the fuse.

ASA

or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse.

or coloured GREEN or GREEN-AND-YELLOW.

Do not remove the cover

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

Do not expose to rain or excessive moisture

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

This TV must not be exposed to dripping or

splashing water and objects ﬁ lled with liquid, such as vases, must not be placed on top of or above the TV.

Do not block the rear ventilation openings

Ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items such as newspapers, tablecloths and curtains.

Keep the TV away from this equipment

Electronic equipment Certain equipment may cause interference to sound and picture if placed near to this TV.

Equipment with an infrared sensor This TV also emits infrared rays (this may affect ope-

ration of other equipment).

Adjust the LCD panel to your desired

angle

(View from the top)

Maintenance

Allow sufﬁ cient space around the unit for radiated heat

(cm)

Do not place the TV on sloped or unstable surfaces

The TV may fall off or tip over.

Use only the dedicated stands / mounting equipment

Using an unauthorized stand or other ﬁ xtures may make the unit unstable, risking injury. Be sure to ask your local Panasonic dealer to perform setup. Use optional stands / mounts (p. 6).

Cabinet and display panel care

Remove the mains plug from the wall socket.

The cabinet and display panel 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.

First, remove the mains plug from the socket outlet.

Display panel

Daily care: Detail: Wipe the surface clean using a soft cloth dampened with clean water or water containing a small amount of neutral detergent. Then, using a soft dry cloth, evenly wipe the surface clean until it is dry.

Caution

The surface of the display panel has been specially

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treated and may be easily damaged. Do not tap or scratch the surface with your ﬁ ngernail or other hard object. Use care not to subject the surface to insect repellent,

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solvent, thinner, or other volatile substances (this may degrade surface quality).

Gently wipe the surface clean of dirt by using a soft cloth.

Cabinet

Daily care: Wipe the surface clean using a soft dry cloth. Detail: Dampen a soft cloth with clean water or water containing a small amount of neutral detergent. Then, wring the cloth and wipe the surface clean with it. Finally, wipe the surface clean with a dry cloth.

Caution

Use care not to subject the TV unit's surfaces to detergent.

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(A liquid inside the TV unit could lead to product failure.) Use care not to subject surfaces to insect repellent,

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solvent, thinner, or other volatile substances (this may deteriorate the surface by peeling the paint). Do not allow the cabinet to make contact with a rubber

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or PVC substance for a long time.

Mains plug

Wipe the mains plug with a dry cloth at regular intervals. (Moisture and dust may lead to ﬁ re or electrical shock.)

Accessories/Options

Standard accessories

Remote Control Transmitter

EUR7651050A

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MODE

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IDTV

Check that you have the accessories and items shown

Batteries for the Remote Control Transmitter

R6 (UM3)

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Clamper

Installing remote's batteries

Pull open

Hook

Operating Instructions

(2)

Pan European Guarantee Card

1 Year Guarantee Registration

CRM (Customer Relationship Management)

Attaching the clamper

Caution

Incorrect installation may cause battery

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leakage and corrosion, resulting in damage to the remote control unit.

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.

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Note the correct polarity (+ or -)

Optional accessories

Wall-hanging bracket

TY-WK32LX20W

WARNING!

Failure to use a Panasonic bracket or

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choosing to mount the unit yourself will be done at the risk of the consumer.

Any damage resulting from not having

a professional installer mount your unit will void your warranty. Always be sure to ask a qualiﬁ ed

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technician to carry out set-up.

Incorrect ﬁ tting may cause equipment

to fall, resulting in injury and product damage.

Rear of the TV

Bundle the cables

To tighten:

Do not bundle the RF cable and mains lead together (could cause distorted image).

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Fix cables with clampers as necessary.

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When using the optional accessory, follow the option’s assembly manual to ﬁ x cables.

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Please contact your nearest Panasonic dealer to purchase the recommended wall-hanging bracket. For additional details, please refer to the wall-hanging bracket installation manual.

To loosen:

Keep the

knob pressed

How to remove the TV Stand

SCREWS

Step 1: Remove the 2 ﬁ xing

screws and hinge cover

Step 2: Remove the 8 ﬁ xing screws and the TV stand

Identifying Controls

Headphones jack (p. 30)

AV3

S-V

Remote control signal receiver

Contrast Automatic Tracking System sensor

(senses brightness to adjust picture quality in "Auto" viewing mode) (p. 16)

Power LED

(Red light indicates Standby mode. When using the remote control, indicates the TV has received a command.)

OK button to conﬁ rm selections and choices. Press after selecting programme positions 1 - 99 (0 - 9 in Analogue mode) to avoid delay.

Standby On / Off switch

(Switches TV On or Off standby)

TV Guide

MENU Press to access the Picture, Sound and Setup menus

Teletext (p. 14) Subtitles (p. 11)

(To view subtitles)

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

(p. 12)

(p. 20 and p. 22)

DVB LED

Active for Timer Programming or Standby for Direct TV Recording :orange (ﬂ ash)

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Timer Programming On :orange

(p. 11 and p. 14)

AV3 terminals (p. 30)

On / Off switch

DVB

Analogue

MODE

TEXT

STTL INDEX HOLD

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Function select

Store setting

Used to store tuning and

(

other function settings

)

DIRECT TV REC

TV/AVGUIDE

EXIT

Volume / Contrast / Brightness / Colour /

Sharpness / Tint (NTSC mode) / Bass / Treble /

(

Balance / Tuning mode (analogue mode) (p. 20)

(p. 20)

Switches TV/AV

)

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.

Switches DVB (digital broadcasting) / Analogue mode

DIRECT TV Recording

To immediately record programme in VCR / DVD recorder with Q-Link connection (p. 36)

Switch between viewing TV or AV input.

Cursor buttons to make selections and adjustments

EXIT

(Returns to TV screen)

Coloured buttons used for the selection, navigation and operation of various functions.

Still Picture (p. 11)

Teletext Index (p. 16)

(p. 11)

(p. 17)

(

Quick Start Guide

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Identifying Controls

Accessories/Options

Direct channel access Use together with numeric buttons to access analogue TV channels by entering UHF broadcast channel number.

Selects programmes in sequence

Normalises (p. 20)

(Resets all settings to their default levels)

Changes picture aspect ratio

(p. 11)

ASPECT

REC

PROGRAMME

VCR

IDTV

VCR DVD

Programme Information

Volume

Sound mute On / Off

VCR / DVD operations (p. 17)

(p. 11)

Basic Connection

External equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this TV. Please ensure that the TV is disconnected from the mains socket before attaching or disconnecting any leads.

Ex.

Connecting aerial (TV only)

AV1 AV2

Mains lead

COMPONENT

Connecting DVD Recorder (VCR) (TV, DVD Recorder and VCR

Ex.

Aerial Aerial

Mains lead

RF cable

AV1 AV2

COMPONENT

)

Rear of the TV

DVD Recorder or VCR

Note

Connect to AV1 or AV2 for a DVD Recorder / VCR supporting Q-Link (p. 36).

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Connect to AV1 for a Satellite receiver.

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If connecting the TV and Satellite receiver with SCART cable, you can watch satellite broadcast by RGB input signal.

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SCART:

RF: Radio Frequency - Signal received from terrestrial aerial. RGB / S-Video / Video:

VCR: Video Cassette Recorder

21 pin connection used for video, audio and switching signals (Also known as Euro SCART and Peritel)

Choose between these three video formats depending on personal preference and equipment requirement. (RGB - Red, Green and Blue)

Rear of the TV

RF OUT

RF IN

SCART cable (fully wired)

RF cable

Ex.

Connecting DVD Recorder (VCR) and Satellite receiver

TV, DVD Recorder, VCR and satellite

(

AV1 AV2

Mains lead

COMPONENT

)

AC 220-240 V 50 Hz

Aerial

Quick Start Guide

RF cable

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Basic Connection

Rear of the TV

SCART cable (fully wired)

RF cable

RF OUT

RF IN

DVD Recorder

or VCR

RF cable

SCART cable (fully wired)

RF OUT

Satellite receiver

RF IN

RF cable

Auto Setup

Search and store TV channels automatically. These steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed your local dealer.

Plug the TV into mains socket and switch On

(Takes a few seconds to be displayed)

DVB Auto Setup

Please Wait !

Prog. Channel Service Name NetID. TS ID. Quality

BBC NEWS 24

BBCI

CBBC Channel

BBC Radio Wales

This will take about 3 mins.

BBC Radio Cymru

Exit

12302

4158

6821

You can now use the remote

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control to turn On the unit or turn the unit to standby mode. (Power LED: On)

Auto Setup will start to search for

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TV channels and store them.

The sorted programme order

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depends upon the TV signal, the broadcasting system and reception conditions.

EXITMENU

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VCR

Note

If tuning and downloading

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data have failed, perform Setup" ( If you turned the TV Off during

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Standby mode last time, the TV will be in Standby mode when you turn the TV On with MAINS power On / Off switch.

p. 31).

"Auto

DOWNLOAD IN PROGRESS

PLEASE WAIT

Programme : 63

Remote control unavailable

If a compatible recording equipment

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with Q-Link or similar technologies (p. 36) is connected, analogue channel information is automatically downloaded to the equipment.

When inputting owner ID

You now have the opportunit y to enter your details an d help the police crack crim e. See instruction book.

Owner ID

PIN NUMBER :

NAME :

HOUSE NO :

POSTCODE :

0123456789

Change character Select character Store Owner ID Exit

∗ ∗ ∗ ∗

∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗

Following the on-screen operation guide, enter your own choice of PIN number, name, etc.

For detailed procedures

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"Owner ID" (p. 33)

Make a note of the PIN number

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in case you forget it.

Usable characters and numbers

When inputting owner ID later

EXIT

If you input the ID later

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"Owner ID" (p. 33)

Auto Setup is now complete and your TV is ready for viewing.

To check programme list

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at-a-glance

TV Guide (DVB) (p. 12) Programme Guide (Analogue) (p. 13)

To edit analogue channels

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"Programme edit" (p. 31)

Many features available on this TV can be accessed via the On Screen Display menu.

Using the On Screen Displays

How to use remote control

used to open the main menus and to return to the previous menu

used to move the cursor and select

menus

used to access menus, adjust levels or

to select from a range of options

used to store settings after adjustments

have been made or options have been set

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used to exit the menu system and return to the normal viewing screen

ON SCREEN HELP Instructions box

(example: Owner ID)

You now have the opportunit y to enter your details an d help the police crack crim e.

See instruction book.

Owner ID

PIN NUMBER :

HOUSE NO :

POSTCODE :

0123456789

∗ ∗ ∗ ∗

NAME :

∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗

Change character Select character Store Owner ID Exit

On-screen operation guide will help you.

VCR

MODE

EXIT

GUIDE

STTL HOLD

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DVB

Analogue

ASPECT

Watching TV

Turn power on

Note

To watch pay-TV (p. 25)

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Volume

(Press for about 1 second)

MAINS power On / Off switch should be On. Picture will appear.

Select DVB (Digital Video Broadcasting) or Analogue

DVB

nalogue

MODE

Information

banner

DVB Analogue

BCC 1

1 BBC ONE WALES

Corontation Street 20:00~20:55

Encrypted

Multi-Audio

Change Category

Now

20:30

For info press

TXT

Profile 1

Subtitle

Select a channel

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VCR

1 CH_ _

down

In DVB

To select programmes using TV Guide (p. 12)

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In Analogue

To select a channel using programme guide (p. 13)

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To select a channel inputting the channel number, e.g. 39.

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ViewingQuick Start Guide

Other useful functions (Operate after )

Hold

Display subtitles

Display information banner

Change aspect ratio

Freeze / unfreeze picture

HOLD

STTL

Display / hide subtitles (if available)

To change the language for DVB "Preferred subtitles" (p. 25) (If available)

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Display programme information

In DVB:

Programme

Broadcast time

In Analogue:

Enjoy viewing the picture at its optimum size and aspect

Channel

1 BBC ONE WALES

Corontation Street 20:00~20:55

Encrypted

During scrambled broadcasting

Multi-Audio

Displays analogue information for a few seconds.

Current time

Change Category

For info press

Now

TXT

Features available

20:30

Category

Profile 1

Subtitle

To change the category

blue

Information of another channel

Information on next programme To watch the programme

listed in the banner

Extra information

(To normal banner )

To set display timeout (p. 25)

To hide

Appears also when changing channel.

EXIT

SPECT

Change the aspect ratio (p. 42)

Each press changes the mode.

14 : 9

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Auto aspect / 16:9 / 14:9 / 4:3 / Zoom1 / Zoom2 / Zoom3

To change the mode with colour buttons

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While the bar is displayed

red

green

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Watching TV

Auto Setup

Using TV Guide

(DVB mode)

TV GuideʊElectronic Programme Guide (EPG) provides an on-screen listing of programmes currently broadcast and future broadcasts over the next seven days (depending on the broadcaster).

DVB

If in Analogue mode

nalogue

Select DVB

View TV Guide (landscape or portrait)

View "Portrait" to see one channel at a time View "Landscape" to see many channels

Programme (TV Guide start page)

DVB TV Guide

Fri 6th

20:00-20:30

BBC1

BBC2

ITV1

Channel4

122

five

142

ITV2

144

SC4

DIY SOS: We open in the Battersdys

Time: 19:30 20:00

Eastender

Hot Wars

Emmerdal.

10 O

Panoroma

I'm A Celebrity

Rugby

:Landscape

clock News BBC

Current date and time

Category

All Services

20:30 21:00 21:30

DIY SOS

Coronation Street

Sex And The City

15 To1

The Bill

Holiday Program

Pepsi Char.

Pop Idol

Thu 05/08/04 18:50

Prog. type

All Types

Red Cap

The Bill

Good bye

Terminator

News

The Bill

Hell

The

GUIDE

DVB

Analogue

MODE

EXIT

1 2

MODE

GUIDE

TV Guide date

TV Guide time

Channel

IDTV

To return to the

start page

To return to TV

EXIT

Landscape

(Displays by

broadcaster)

To change the layout

GUIDE

(Landscape / Portrait)

To previous day

red

To next day

green

To view a

programme list of the selected category

yellow

To view a

programme list of the selected type

blue

Change display mode Select channel

Select Programme

Timer Programming Exit

-24 Hr +24 Hr

Category

All Services

Free TV

Pay TV

Radio

Information

Profile 1

Profile 2

Profile 3

Profile 4

Prog. type

All Types

21:00 21:30

Movies

Red Cap

News

The Bill

Entertainment

Good bye

Sport

Terminator

Children’s

News

Education

The Bill

Lifestyle

Drama

Hell

The

(Category list)

(Type list)

Page up

Info

Category Prog. type

DVB TV Guide

Wed 12th

1 BBC1 2 BBC2 44 Channel4 444 SC4

19:30~20:00

20:00~20:30

20:30~21:00

21:00~22:00

22:00~22:30

22:30~23:00

23:00~23:10

23:10~00:00

: Portrait

Eastender

DlY SOS

The Bill

Red Cap

Live junction

POP 100 Cinema info

Sports

Change display mode Select Programme

Select channel

Timer Programming Exit

+24 Hr

Page down

Category

All Services

Info

Category Prog. type

Portrait (Displays by

Wed 12/05/04 10:46

Prog. type

All Types

Page up

Page down

broadcaster)

select