Panasonic TX-36PB50 User Manual

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Colour Television

(U.K. Standard)

Operating

Instructions

TQB8E3511---1

Welcome

Dear Panasonic Customer, We hope that you have many years of enjoyment from your new TV.The bookwillallowyoutousetheTVasquicklyaspossible.Werecommend 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.

QuickStart Guide

section at the beginning of this instruction

This TV has a low power consumption making it very cost effective to run. Also, when in power consumption is merely 2.8W.

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Contents

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

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

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

Basic controls: front panel and remote control 5......

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

Using the On Screen Displays 13...................

Standby

Still 27............................................

Strobe 27.........................................

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

Tuning your VCR and satellite receiver 29.............

VCR / DVD operation 30............................

Teletext operation 31...............................

mode the

Picture menu 14..................................

Sound menu 15..................................

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

Tuning menu --- overview 17........................

Programme edit 18.............................

Auto setup 20.................................

Manual tuning 21..............................

Shipping condition 22..........................

Owner ID 23...................................

Aspect controls 24................................

Multi window 26..................................

Channel search 27................................

Picture and text 27................................

Surround sound systems 33.........................

Surround menu 34.................................

DTS / Dolby Digital and Pro Logic modes 35...........

Simulated mode 35................................

Speaker level setup 35..............................

Audio / video connections 36........................

Front sockets 36................................

Rear sockets 37................................

Connecting external speakers 38.................

Connecting external amplifiers and

speakers 39....................................

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

Scart and S---video socket information 42.............

Specifications 42...................................

Warnings and precautions

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

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.Thistypeofirreversiblepicture tube damage, can be limited by observing the following points:

Reduce the brightnessand contrast levelsto a minimum viewing level.

Do not operate the television set for a continuous period of time while using TV games or home computers.

This type of picture tube 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 when 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 standby mode after 30 minutes. This function will not operate when the TV is in AV mode.

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.

Adequate ventilation is essential to prevent failure of electrical components, werecommend 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.

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

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 fitted in 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 removablefuse cover youmust ensure thatit is refitted when thefuse isreplaced.If you lose the fuse cover the plug must notbeuseduntil 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 thefitted plugis unsuitablefor the socket outlet in your home an appropriate adapter should be used.

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.

How to replace the fuse (for plug type shown in example 1)

Lift out theremovable fuse compartment with a screwdriver andreplace the fuse, then refit

securely into the mains plug (see example 1).

How to replace the fuse (for plug type shown in example 2)

Liftopenthefusecompartment,inthemainsplug,with a screwdriver, and replace thefuse, then press the fuse cover down securely (see example 2).

ASA

or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse.

Example 1

Example 2

IMPORTANT

As the colours of the wires inthe 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

IMPORTANTNOTE

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 shouldeither ofthese wiresbe connectedto theEarth terminalof thethree pinplug,

Accessories

Check that you have the accessories and items shown

Operating Instruction book TQB8E3511

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CRT Guarantee

TV Guarantee

Remote Control Transmitter EUR511224

TS--36PBL (Video cabinet / Speaker pack), comprising :

Video cabinet

Rear speaker cables (x2)

(10 metres each)

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

Centre speaker

Rear surround speakers (x2)

Questionnaire

Centre speaker cables (x1)

(2 metres)

Fitting remote control batteries

2 3

Replace the coverSlide off 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 (Ni---Cad) batteries

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

Red light indicates

Standby

using the remote control, indicates the TV has received a command

STR

Used to store tuning and other function settings

Displays the On Screen Display functions, use repeatedly to select from the available functions ---

Bass,Treble,Balance,Tuning

switch

mode. When

(Normalisation store)

(Function select)

Volume,Contrast,Brightness,Colour,Sharpness,Tint

TV/AV

switch

(see page 36)

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

and

mode, switches TV

Geomagnetic Correction

Headphone socket (see page 36)

(in

NTSC

S---VHS socket (see page 36)

mode),

RCA Audio/Video sockets (page 36)

Standby On/Off

Switches TVOnor

Menu buttons Press to access the and

SETUP

Status button Press to display programme position, programme name, channel number, time,

NICAM

Scan

mode and programme table

Teletext buttons (see page 31)

Direct TV Record button (see page 28)

Surround On/Off

ASPECT

(see page 24)

MULTI WINDOW

(see page 26)

Direct channel access During normal TV viewing or when in the

Tuning,Programme editorManual tuning

menus, press and then enter channel number using the numeric buttons

control button

switch

Off

standby

menus (see page 13)

PICTURE,SOUND

mode,

ASPECT

(see page 34)

button

mode,

Sound muteOn/

Cursor buttons to make selections and adjustments

Switch between viewing TV or AV input (see page 36)

Coloured buttons used for

ASPECT Programme edit

Teletext functions (see page 31) AV selection (see page 36)

MULTI WINDOW

STILL

Channel search button (see page 27)

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

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

functions (see page 24)

button (see page 27)

Standby

Off

functions (see page 18)

functions (see page 26)

mode, switches TV

(Normalise) button

Resets all settings to their default levels

Stores some current settings as the normalised settings in

SOUND

in menus, confirms start of

menus. Stores some settings

Tuning

and

Programme edit

PICTURE

Auto setup

and

VCR / DVD

(see page 30)

The demonstration of On Screen Display menus

buttons

HELP

button provides a

Quick Start Guide

Connection and setting up options

If connecting the TV using an RF cable only, see below.

If connecting the TV using Scart and RF cables, see page 7.

If connecting the TV to a Q--Link (or Q--Link compatible) VCR, see page 7.

If connecting the TV 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 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 “

Preset Download

Direct TV Record

NEXTVIEWLINK

”

VCR the main features possible are the following :

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

When using a

Preset Download

Direct TV Record

TV/VCR Auto Power On

VCR Auto Power Standby

VCR Image view On

This TV 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 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 correctly, the Scart cables must be connected in a certain way, dependent on whether the TV is being connected to a VCR or to a VCR and Satellite Receiver.

“Q--Link”

VCR the main features possible are the following :

Downloading of tuning information from the TV to the VCR. For immediate recording of the current program (What You See Is What You Record). When the VCR plays a tape the TV will automatically switch On and select the AV2 input. When the TV is switched into Standby, the VCR will also switch into Standby. If the TV is in Standby mode and the VCR sends a menu to be displayed on the TV screen (e.g. Main menu), the TV will automatically switch On and the menu will be displayed.

Connection of TV using an RF cable only

RF connection

Connect the RF cable into the TV Aerial socket (

Aerial

Input

socket

Mains

Socket

Quick Start Guide

Connection of TV and VCR using Scart and RF cables

Scart connections

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

Use the TV’s AV1 Scart socket for a VCR.

Use the TV’s AV2S or AV4S Scart socket for an S---Video VCR.

RF connection

Connect the RF cable to the VCR Aerial In socket and an RF cable from the VCR Aerial Out socket to the TV Aerial socket ( ).

Mains

Socket

Aerial

Input

socket

AV1, AV2

and AV4

Scart sockets

Mains

Socket

VCR

AV1

Scart socket

socket

Output socket

Notes :

Additional equipment and cables are not supplied.

Further details of audio/ video connections can be found on pages 36 and 37.

Q --- L i nk

connection of TV and VCR using Scart and RF cables

Scart connection

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

Note:

If using a a

“Q--Link”

VCR, please consult your VCR operating instruction book.

VCR then the AV1 Scart of the VCR must be connected to the AV2 socket of the TV. If your VCR is not

RF connection

Connect the RF cable to the VCR Aerial In socket and an RF cable from the VCR Aerial Out socket to the TV Aerial socket ( ).

Aerial

Input

Aerial

Mains

Socket

Aerial

Input

socket

AV2 Scart

socket

Mains

Socket

VCR

AV1

Scart socket

Notes:

Additional equipment and cables are not supplied.

Further details of audio/ video connections can be found on pages 36 and 37.

Further information for VCR and Satellite Receiver installation with this TV can be found on page 29.

Aerial

Input

socket

Aerial Output socket

Quick Start Guide

Q --- L i nk

connection of TV, VCR and Satellite 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.

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

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

Note:

If using a

“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

VCR, please consult your VCR operating instruction book.

RF connections

Connect an RF cable to the Aerial In socket of the Satellite Receiver.

Connect an RF cable from the RF Out socket of the Satellite Receiver to the RF In socket of the VCR.

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

Mains

Socket

AV1 Scart

socket

Mains

Socket

TV Scart

socket

VCR

Scart

socket

Aerial

Output

socket

Satellite Receiver

Aerial

Input

socket

Aerial

Input

socket

AV2 Scart

socket

Mains

Socket

VCR

AV1

Scart socket

AV2

Scart socket

Notes:

Additional equipment and cables are not supplied.

Further details of audio/ video connections can be found on pages 36 and 37.

Further information for VCR and Satellite Receiver installation with this TV can be found on page 29.

Aerial

Input

socket

Aerial Output socket

Quick Start Guide

Connecting external speakers

The following three steps allow you toconnect the externalrear left and rightsurround speakers and built---in centre speaker supplied. The TV must be switched

Off

before connecting external equipment.

Twist the wire ends before

inserting.

Insert into terminals.

Ensure that bare speaker wires are not touching.

Video cabinet

Press lever

Insert wire

Centre speaker

Grey / Black

Grey

Mains

Socket

Mains

Socket

Black (--)Red (+)

Rear left

surround speaker

Position the speakers

Grey

Grey / Black

Left Rear Surround Speaker

Grey / Black

Grey

Centre speaker

(built into

video cabinet)

Right Rear

Surround

Speaker

Wall

mounting

point

Rear right

surround speaker

If you wish to connect external amplifiers and additional external speakers, see pages 38 to 40.

Quick Start Guide

First, ensure that the VCR is in

Standby

mode.

Plug in TV and switch on.

Mains Socket

Programmes will appear immediately if your dealer has programmed the TV for you.

If the TVhas not beenprogrammed for youthen

Auto setup

willbegin,yourstationswill be located, sorted into order and stored ready for use.

TV to VCR download

IfaQ--Link,

NEXTVIEWLINK

or compatible VCR has been connected to the AV2 socket before starting Step 1, programme information will be downloaded to the VCR.

Downloaded tuning data will match the television’s. Not all VCRs support this download of programme

information, some may requireto 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.

Notes :

IftheVCRhasnotaccepteddownloaddatafromtheTV,youmayneed 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 the TV’s AV2 Scart socket.

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

The Scart cable is a “fully wired” type.

NEXTVIEWLINK

or similar technology) Scart socket.

For further information on Q--Link and connecting equipment, see pages 28, 36 and 37.

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 18 for details.

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.

If you have a digital satellite receiver, you can start Auto setup withthe receiver setto any channel. Youwill then have tomanually name the ’SAT’ position after Auto setup is complete. Refer to the Programme edit menu--see page 19 for details.

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 SAT 5 S4C S4C SAT SAT CH5 SAT 6 CH5 SAT 7 SAT

Note :

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

~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~

~ ~

SAT

~ ~

Quick Start Guide

Enter required 4 digit Owner ID the remote control)

Press the without saving any information you may have entered.

Enter

If a 4 digit automatically to the

TV/AV

button at any time to exit the Owner ID feature

NAME,HOUSE NUMBER

PIN NUMBER

NAME

PIN NUMBER

and

POSTCODE

was entered above, you will be taken

line

Owner ID

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

(using 0 to 9 on

TV/AV

If not, move to the

Change character

Select character position

Repeat above until are entered

Press

STR

to store the details

Press

STR

again, when you are asked “Are you sure?”

For further information on Owner ID, including how to view the details you have stored, see page 23. A space is provided on page 23 to write down your future reference.

We recommend that as soon as you have stored

details (or have exited the feature), the picture controls are reset to normal viewing levels. To do this, press the ”N” button, found under the remote control’s pull down flap.

NAME

line

NAME,HOUSE NUMBER

and

POSTCODE

PIN NUMBER

Owner ID

STR

for

Quick Start Guide

Geomagnetic Correction (picture tilt)

Slight tilting of the picture may be noticeable, the can be used to eliminate this, if necessary:

Geomagnetic Correction

feature

Ensure the should not be showing any On Screen Display menus.

Using the remotecontrol keys indicated, access the option and follow the procedure below (for a full explanation of the On Screen Display menu system see page 13) :

Auto setup

Press the

Move to the

Accessthe and tilt adjustment indicator appear to help you eliminate any screen tilt

Adjust the picture tilt as necessary

Press the TV/AV button to exit the

and

Q---Link

SETUP

menu button

Geomagnetic

download procedures are complete. The screen

Geomagnetic Correction

menu option

menu.Horizontalguidebars

SETUP

SET UP

TV/AV

If you do not wish to connect any external amplifiers and speakers at all, we

recommend that you switch channel (ie: left and right) stereo or mono. With the the

Note:

You are now ready to begin viewing programmes

The cursor controls provide the two basic functions:

Surround

SOUND

Accessing the

Surround

menu, see page 15.

Press the

feature

feature switched off some additional features become available in

Surround

button to switch betweenOnand

menu (via the

On.

sound

SOUND

Off.

The sound output will then be two

Off

menu) automatically switches the

Adjust Volume Change Programme

Using the On Screen Displays

Many features available on this TV canbe accessed viathe On ScreenDisplay menu system.Use the remotecontrol as shownbelow to access and adjust features as desired.

The

PICTURE,SOUND

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 ScreenHelp box is displayed whenever a menu isdisplayed on the TV. ThisHelp boxindicates which keys onthe remotecontrol are used to navigate the menu shown, see above for descriptions of button functions.

and

SET UP

buttons are used to

PICTURE

SOUND

TV/AV

SET UP

STR

ON SCREEN HELP ’Instructions’ box

Note:

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

The

HELP

button runs a demonstration of the menus available.

Press the

HELP

button and select one of the options

HELP

PICTURE

Picture menu

Press the

Move to chosen menu option

Adjust chosen option

Press the watching TV

Pressing the will store the setting as the default (replacing the factory setting).

Contrast Brightness

PICTURE

TV/AV

menu button

button at any time to go back to

STR

button after having adjusted a feature

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

Colour Sharpness

PICTURE

TV/AV

STR

Tint

Colour balance

P --- N R

Scan mode

With an NTSC signal source connected to the TV this menu option is available; the option allows adjustment of the picture hue to suit your taste.

Allows you to set the overall colour tone of the picture. Choose from

Automatically reduces unwanted picture noise.

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

Lets you choose the screen refresh method: in

Auto

mode, the TV software will select the best mode for the signal being viewed; a steady picture for most signal transmissions; We recommend that you set

Progressive

transmission.

Note:

when viewing a PAL 60 or NTSC

When viewing a PAL transmission (other than PAL 60) with

Progressive

not a fault.

Cool,Normal

Scan mode

, the screen will flicker, this is

and

Warm

100Hz

will give

Scan mode

set to

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