Operating Instructions
LCD TV
Model No. TX-37LXD80A
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.
English
TQB4GC0049-1
Turn your own living room into a movie theatre!
Experience an amazing level of multi-
Receive digital terrestrial services using an integrated (Digital Video Broadcasting) tuner Sharp pictures with HDMI terminal
Create home theatre and DVD recorder link-ups with “VIERA Link” without complicated settings!
Trade Mark of the DVB Digital Video Broadcasting Project (1991 to 1996)
TX-37LXD80A Declaration of Conformity No 5324, 23 January 2008
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media excitement
Enjoy rich multi-media
SD memory card
Camcorder
Personal |
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Amplifier with |
DVD Recorder |
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Speaker system |
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Contents
Be Sure to Read
•Safety Precautions······································ 4
•(Warning / Caution)
•Notes··························································· 5 Maintenance ··············································· 5
Quick Start Guide
Accessories / Options·········· 6
Basic Connection ··················· 7
Identifying Controls ··············· 8
Auto Tuning······························· 9
Enjoy your TV!
Basic Features
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•Watching TV·············································· 10
•Using TV Guide········································· 13
•Watching Videos and DVDs······················ 14
Viewing Teletext ········································ 16
Advanced Features
•How to Use Menu Functions····················· 18
•(picture, sound quality, etc.)
•DVB Settings (DVB)·································· 22
•Editing Programmes ································· 24
•Tuning Programmes·································· 26
•Restore Settings ······································ 28
•Input Labels ·············································· 29
•Displaying PC Screen on TV····················· 30
•HDMI Functions ········································ 31
•Viewing from SD Card (Photos) ················ 32
•VIERA Link “HDAVI ControlTM”··················· 34
External Equipment··································· 38
FAQs, etc.
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•Technical Information ································ 40
•FAQs ························································· 43
•Licence······················································ 45
•Specifications············································ 46 WARRANTY·············································· 47
Viewing Guide Start Quick
Advanced
.etc FAQs,
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Safety Precautions
Warning
Handling the mains plug and lead
Insert the mains plug fully into the socket outlet. (If the mains plug is loose, it could generate heat and cause fire.) Ensure that the mains plug is easily accessible.
Do not touch the mains plug with a wet hand. (This may cause electrical shock.)
Do not damage the mains lead. (A damaged lead may cause fire or electrical shock.) Do not move the TV with the lead plugged in the socket outlet.
Do not place a heavy object on the lead or place the lead near a high-temperature object. Do not twist the lead, bend it excessively, or stretch it.
Do not pull on the lead. Hold onto the mains plug body when disconnecting lead. Do not use a damaged mains plug or socket outlet.
If you find any abnormality,
remove the
mains plug immediately!
Power source
•This TV is designed to operate on 220-240 V, 50 / 60 Hz AC.
AC 220-240 V
50 / 60 Hz
Do not place foreign objects inside the TV
Do not let metal or flammable objects drop into the TV through the air vents (fire or electrical shock may result).
Do not remove covers NEVER modify the TV yourself
(High-voltage components may cause serious electrical shock.)
Have the TV checked, adjusted, or repaired at your local Panasonic dealer.
Do not place the TV on sloped or unstable surfaces
The TV may fall off or tip over.
Keep liquids away from the TV
To prevent damage which may result in fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to dripping or splashing.
Do not place containers with water (flower vase, cups, cosmetics, etc.) above the TV. (including on shelves above, etc.)
Use only the dedicated stands / mounting equipment
Using an unauthorized stand or other fixtures may make the TV shaky, risking injury. Be sure to ask your local Panasonic dealer to perform setup.
Use optional stands / mounts (p. 6).
Do not expose to direct sunlight and other sources of heat
Avoid exposing the TV 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.
Do not allow children to handle SD card
As with any small object, SD Cards can be swallowed by young children. Please remove SD Card immediately after use and store out of reach of children.
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Caution
When cleaning the TV, remove the mains plug
Cleaning an energized TV may cause electrical shock.
When the TV is not going to be used for a long period of time, remove the mains plug
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.
Allow sufficient space around the TV for radiated heat
Minimum distance
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When using the pedestal, keep the space between the bottom of the TV and the floor surface.
In case of using Wall-hanging bracket, follow the manual of it.
■Do not block the rear air vents
Blocked ventilation by newspapers, table
cloths, curtains, etc. may cause overheating, fire or electrical shock.
■Do not expose your ears to excessive
volume from the headphones
Irreversible damage can be caused.
Notes
Auto power standby function
If no signal is received and no operation is performed in Analogue TV mode for 30 minutes, the TV will automatically go to standby mode.
Keep the TV away from these types of equipment
Electronic equipment
In particular, do not place video equipment near the TV (electromagnetic interference may distort images / sound).
Equipment with an infrared sensor
This TV also emits infrared rays (this may affect operation of other equipment).
Transport only in upright position
Maintenance
First, remove the mains plug from the socket outlet.
Display panel
Regular care: Gently wipe the surface clean of dirt by using a soft cloth.
Major contamination: Wipe the surface clean using a soft cloth dampened with clean water or diluted neutral detergent by 100 times of water. 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 treated and may be easily damaged. Do not tap or scratch the surface with your fingernail or other hard object.
•Use care not to subject the surface to bug repellent, solvent, thinner, or other volatile substances (this may degrade surface quality).
Cabinet
Regular care: Wipe the surface clean using a soft dry cloth.
Major contamination: 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's surfaces to detergent. (A liquid inside the TV could lead to product failure.)
•Use care not to subject surfaces to bug repellent, 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 or PVC substance for a long time.
Mains plug
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Accessories / Options
Standard accessories Check that you have the accessories and items shown
Remote Control Transmitter |
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•Incorrect installation may cause battery leakage and corrosion, resulting in damage to the remote control.
•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.
Batteries must not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
Optional accessories
Wall-hanging bracket
TY-WK32LR2W
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.
WARNING!
•Failure to use a Panasonic bracket or 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 qualified technician to carry out set-up. Incorrect fitting may cause equipment to fall, resulting in injury and product damage.
•Do not mount the unit directly below ceiling lights (such as spotlights, floodlights or halogen lights) which typically give off high heat. Doing so may warp or damage plastic cabinet parts.
How to remove the TV Stand
Remove four screws.
Rear of the TV
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Basic Connection
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.
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Connection Basic• Guide Start Quick
Options / Accessories
VIDEO AUDIO |
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Note
•Do not put the RF cable close to the mains lead to avoid noise.
•Do not place the RF cable under the TV.
•To obtain optimum quality picture and sound, an Aerial, the correct cable (75 Ω coaxial) and the correct terminating plug are required.
•If a communal Aerial system is used, you may require the correct connection cable and plug between the wall Aerial socket and the TV.
•Your local Television Service Centre or dealer may be able to assist you in obtaining the correct Aerial system for your particular area and the accessories required.
•Any matters regarding Aerial installation, upgrading of existing systems or accessories required, and the costs
incurred, are the responsibility of you, the Customer.
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Identifying Controls
Function select
•Volume / Contrast / Brightness / Colour / Sharpness /
Tint (NTSC mode) / Bass / Treble / Balance / Auto Tuning (p. 26)
SD Card slot (p. 33)
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TEXT STTL INDEX HOLD
Input mode selection
•TV - switches DVB / Analogue mode (p. 10)
•AV - switches to AV input mode from Input Selection list (p. 14)
Exit
•Returns to the normal viewing screen
Cursor buttons
•Makes selections and adjustments
Return
•Returns to the previous menu
Coloured buttons
•Used for the selection, navigation and operation of various functions
SD Card (p. 32)
•Switches to SD Card viewing mode
Option Menu (p. 11)
•Easyoptionssetting for viewing and sound
Sound Mute
•Switches sound mute On or Off
Volume Up / Down
Teletext (p. 16)
•Switches to teletext mode
Subtitles (p. 10)
•Displays Subtitles
VCR / DVD Panasonic equipment operations (p. 15)
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Auto Tuning
Search and store TV channels automatically.
These steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed by your local dealer.
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Tuning Auto• Guide Start Quick
Controls Identifying
Using the
On Screen
Displays
Many features available on this TV can be accessed via the On Screen Display menu. |
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■ON SCREEN HELP Instructions box |
MENU
Open the main menu
Move the cursor / select the menu
Move the cursor / adjust levels / select from a range of options
Access the menu / store settings after adjustments have been made or options have been set
RETURN
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Watching TV
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•When the TV is switched to standby, there will be a clicking sound after a short delay. This is normal.
■Other useful functions
■Select a programme using Information banner (p. 11)
Possible to confirm the programme name before selecting programmes.
Display Information banner if it is not displayed
INFO
•Possible to set display timeout in “Banner Display Timeout” (p. 21).
While the banner is displayed, select the programme
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■Select a programme using TV Guide (p. 13)
Possible to confirm the TV Guide (EPG) before selecting programmes.
Display TV Guide |
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•Channel changing is also possible when this function is active.
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Display Information banner
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Change the aspect ratio |
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Display Aspect |
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Displays the image at the standard “4:3” without distortion.
Displays a “16:9” letterbox or “4:3” image without distortion.
Displays a “2.35:1” letterbox (anamorphic) image full-screen
without distortion. At “16:9”, displays the image at its maximum (with slight enlargement).
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•Only “16:9” and “4:3 Full” are available in DVB mode.
•Only “16:9” and “4:3” are available in PC mode.
•Not available in teletext mode.
•Aspect mode can be memorized separately for SD (Standard definition) and HD (High definition) signals. (except DVB mode)
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Using TV Guide
Using TV Guide enables you to select programme easily, view event informations, etc.
TV Guide―Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) provides an on-screen listing of the programmes currently broadcast and the future broadcasts over the next seven days (depending on the broadcasters).
•Analogue programmes will be listed after DVB programmes. “D” means DVB programme and “A” means Analogue programme.
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EXIT
■To view details of
Select the event
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■To watch the programme
Select the event or programme now on the air
select
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•Press again to return to INFO TV Guide.
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p. 25
Guide TV Using• Viewing
TV Watching
Note
•When this TV is turned on for the first time, or the TV is switched off for more than a week, it may take some time before the TV Guide is completely shown.
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Watching Videos and DVDs
Connect the external equipment (VCRs, DVD equipment, etc.) and you can watch the input.
•To connect the equipment p. 7
The Remote Control is capable of operating some functions of selected Panasonic external equipment.
1 Display the Input select menu
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Press the button repeatedly until the desired input is selected.
•You can label or skip each input modes “Input Labels” (p. 29)
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TV
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Note
•If the external equipment has an aspect adjustment function, set to “16:9”.
•For details, see the manual of the equipment or ask your local dealer.
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Set the VCR / DVD switch to the appropriate position VCR DVD Press and hold POWER during the following operations
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•Confirm if the remote control works correctly after changing the code.
•The codes will be reset to default values if batteries are replaced.
•“DVD” means DVD player, DVD recorders and Recorder home theatre.
•Some operations may not be possible on some equipment models.
DVDs and Videos Watching• Viewing
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