PANASONIC TX-55C320B User Manual

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

TX-55C320B

COLOUR TELEVISION WITH REMOTE CONTROL

Contents

Safety Information ..................................................3

Markings on the Product.........................................3

Maintenance ...........................................................4

Assembling / Removing the pedestal ..................... 5

When using the wall-hanging bracket.....................5

Environmental Information......................................5

Features .................................................................6

Accessories Included..............................................6

Standby Notications .............................................. 6

TV Control Buttons & Operation ............................. 6

Inserting the Batteries into the Remote .................. 7

Connect Power ...................................................... 7

Antenna Connection ............................................... 7

Notication ..............................................................7

Specication ...........................................................8

Remote Control ......................................................9

Connections..........................................................10

Switching On/Off ................................................... 11

First Time Installation............................................ 11

Media Playback via USB Input ............................. 11

Media Browser Menu............................................12

CEC and CEC RC Passthrough ........................... 12

TV Menu Contents................................................13

General TV Operation ..........................................17

Using the Channel List .........................................17

Conguring Parental Settings ............................... 17

Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) ....................17

Teletext Services .................................................. 18

Software Upgrade.................................................18

Troubleshooting & Tips .........................................19

PC Input Typical Display Modes ...........................19

AV and HDMI Signal Compatibility .......................20

Supported Video File Formats for USB Mode ......21

Supported Picture File Formats for USB Mode .... 21

Supported Audio File Formats for USB Mode ......22

Supported Subtitle File Formats for USB Mode ...23

Supported DVI Resolutions .................................. 24

Connectivity ..........................................................25

Audio Video Sharing .............................................27

Nero MediaHome Installation ............................... 27

Internet Portal .......................................................28

Internet Browser ................................................... 29

Important Instruction ............................................. 30

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Safety Information

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO

NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

Don’t operate your TV in extreme ambient conditions as this may cause damage to your TV.

In extreme weather (storms, lightning) and long inactivity periods (going on holiday) disconnect the TV set from the mains. The mains plug is used to disconnect TV set from the mains and therefore it must remain readily operable.

This sign is present wherever there is very important information on operation and maintenance of the appliance in the literature

Note: Follow the on screen instructions for operating the related features.

accompanying it.

IMPORTANT - Please read these instructions fully before installing or operating

WARNING: Never let people (including

children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and / or knowledge use electrical devices unsupervised.

• For ventilation purposes, leave a free space of at least 10 cm all around the set.

•Do not block ventilation holes.

•Do not place the TV on sloping or unstable surfaces,

the TV may tip over.

• Use this device in moderate climates.

• The power cord plug should be easily accessible. Do

not place the TV, furniture, etc. on the power cord.

A damaged power cord/plug can cause re or give

you an electric shock. Handle the power cord by the plug, do not unplug the TV by pulling the power cord. Never touch the power cord/plug with wet hands as this could cause a short circuit or electric shock. Never make a knot in the power cord or tie it with other cords. When damaged it must be replaced,

this should only be done by qualied personnel.

•Do not use this TV in a humid or damp environment. Do not expose the TV to liquids. In case the cabinet contacts any liquids unplug the TV immediately

and have it checked by qualied personnel before

operating it any further.

•Do not expose the TV to direct sunlight,

open ames or place it near intense heat

sources such as electric heaters.

• Listening in excessive volumes from earphones and headphones may cause hearing loss.

• Ensure that no open ame sources, such as lit

candles, are placed on top of the TV.

• To prevent injuries, this TV must be securely attached to a wall by carefully following the instructions (if the option is available).

• Occasionally, a few non-active pixels may appear on the screen as a xed blue, green or red point.

Please note that this does not affect the performance of your product. Take care not to scratch the screen

with ngernails or other hard objects.

• Before cleaning, unplug the TV from the wall socket.

Only use a soft, dry cloth while cleaning.

Markings on the Product

The following symbols are used on the product as a marker for restrictions and precautions and safety instructions. Each explanation shall be considered where the product bears related marking only. Note such information for security reasons.

connection to electrical earth, the earth connection is used for functional purposes.

the supply wiring.

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Warning

Risk of electric shock

Caution

Important

Notice

Serious injury or death risk

Dangerous voltage risk

Injury or property damage risk

Operating the system correctly

Additional notes marked

Class II Equipment: This appliance is designed in such a way that it does not require a safety connection to electrical earth.

Class II Equipment With Functional Earthing: This appliance is designed in such

a way that it does not require a safety

Protective Earth Connection: The marked terminal is intended for connection of the protective earthing conductor associated with

Hazardous Live Terminal: The marked terminal(s) is/are hazardous live under normal operating conditions.

Caution, See Operating Instructions: The marked area(s) contain(s) user replaceable coin or button cell batteries.

Class 1 Laser Product:

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

This product contains Class 1 laser source that is safe under reasonably foreseeable conditions of operation.

WARNING

Do not ingest the battery, Chemical Burn

Hazard

(The accessories supplied with or) This pro-

duct may contain a coin/button cell battery.

If the coin/button cell battery is swallowed, it can cause severe internal burns in just 2

hours and can lead to death.

Keep new and used batteries away from

children.

If the battery compartment does not close

securely, stop using the product and keep it

away from children.

If you think batteries might have been swal-

lowed or placed inside any part of the body,

seek immediate medical attention.

WARNING

Never place a television set in an unstable

location. A television set may fall, causing

serious personal injury or death. Many inju-

ries, particularly to children, can be avoided

by taking simple precautions such as;

• Using cabinets or stands recommended by the manufacturer of the television set.

• Only using furniture that can safely support the television set.

• Ensuring the television set is not overhanging the edge of the supporting furniture.

• Not placing the television set on all furniture (for example, cupboards or bookcases) without acnhoring both the furniture and the television set to a suitable support.

• Educating children about the dangers of climbing on furniture to reach the television set or its controls.

If your existing television set is being retained and relocated, the same considerations as above should be applied.

Maintenance

First, remove the mains plug from the mains socket.

Display panel, Cabinet, Pedestal

Regular care:

Gently wipe the surface of the display panel, cabinet, or pedestal by using a soft cloth to remove dirt or

ngerprints.

For stubborn dirt:

1. First clean the dust from the surface.

2. Dampen a soft cloth with clean water or diluted

neutral detergent (1 part detergent to 100 parts water).

3. Wring out the cloth rmly. (Please note, do not

let liquid enter the TV inside as it may lead to product failure.)

4. Carefully wipe moisten and wipe away the stubborn dirt.

5. Finally, wipe away all the moisture.

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 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 pedestal 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 cause re or electrical shock.

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Assembling / Removing the pedestal

Preparations

Take out the pedestal(s) and the TV from the packing case and put the TV onto a work table with the screen panel down on the clean and soft cloth (blanket, etc.)

• Use a at and rm table bigger than the TV.

• Do not hold the screen panel part.

• Make sure not to scratch or break the TV.

Assembling the pedestal

1. Place the stand(s) on the stand mounting

pattern(s) on the rear side of the TV.

2. Insert the screws (M4 x 12) provided and tighten them gently until the stand is properly

tted.

When using the wall-hanging bracket

Please contact your local Panasonic dealer to purchase the recommended wall-hanging bracket.

Holes for wall-hanging bracket installation;

Rear of the TV

a (mm) 400

b (mm) 400

View from the side

Removing the pedestal from the TV

Be sure to remove the pedestal in the following way when using the wall-hanging bracket or repacking the TV.

• Put the TV onto a work table with the screen panel

down on the clean and soft cloth. Leave the stand(s) protruding over the edge of the surface.

• Unsrew the screws that xing the stand(s).

• Remove the stand(s).

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Depth of screw (a)

min. (mm) 5

max. (mm) 10

Diameter M6

Note: The screws for xing the TV onto the wall-hanging bracket are not supplied with the TV.

Environmental Information

This television is designed to be environment friendly. To reduce energy consumption, you can follow these steps:

If you set the Energy Saving to Minimum, Medium, Maximum or Auto the TV will reduce the energy consumption accordingly. If you like to set the Backlight to a xed value set as Custom and adjust the Backlight (located under the Energy Saving setting) manually using Left or Right buttons on the remote. Set as Off to turn this setting off.

Note: Available Energy Saving options may differ depending on the selected Mode in the Picture menu.

The Energy Saving settings can be found in the Picture menu. Note that some picture settings will

be unavailable to be changed.

If pressed Right button while Auto option is selected or Left button while Custom option is selected, “Screen will be off in 15 seconds.” message will be displayed on the screen. Select Proceed and press OK to turn the screen off immediately. If you don’t press any button, the screen will be off in 15 seconds. Press any button on the remote or on the TV to turn the screen on again.

Note: Screen Off option is not available if the Mode is set to Game.

When the TV is not in use, please switch off or disconnect the TV from the mains plug. This will also reduce energy consumption.

Features

• Remote controlled colour TV

• Fully integrated digital terrestrial/cable TV (DVB-T2/C)

• HDMI inputs to connect other devices with HDMI

sockets

• USB input

• OSD menu system

• Scart socket for external devices (such as DVD

Players, PVR, video games, etc.)

• Stereo sound system

• Teletext

• Headphone connection

• Automatic programming system

• Manual tuning

• Automatic power down after up to eight hours.

• Sleep timer

• Child lock

• Automatic sound mute when no transmission.

• NTSC playback

• AVL (Automatic Volume Limiting)

• PLL (Frequency Search)

• PC input

• Game Mode (Optional)

• Picture off function

• Ethernet (LAN) for Internet connectivity and service

• 802.11n built in WIFI Support

• Audio Video Sharing

Accessories Included

• Remote Control

• Batteries: 2 x AAA

• Instruction Book

• Detachable stand

• Stand mounting screws (M4 x 12)

StandbyNotications

If the TV does not receive any input signal (e.g. from an aerial or HDMI source) for 5 minutes, it will go

into standby. When you next switch-on, the following message will be displayed: “TV switched to stand-by

mode automatically because there was no signal for a long time.” Press OK to continue.

If the TV is on and it isn’t being operated for a while it will go into standby. When you next switch-on, the following message will be displayed. “TV switched to

stand-by mode automatically because no operation was made for a long time.” Press OK to continue.

TV Control Buttons & Operation

TV/AV

P/CH

1. Standby/On button

2. Source button

3. Programme +/- buttons

4. Volume +/- buttons

Press the Volume +/- buttons simultaneously to view main menu and use Programme +/- buttons to navigate and Volume +/- buttons to change value.

Note:

The position of the control buttons may differ

depending on the model.

Operation with the Remote Control

Press the Menu button on your remote control to display main menu screen. Use the directional buttons to select a menu tab and press OK to enter. Use the directional buttons again to select or set an item. Press

Return/Back or Menu button to quit a menu screen.

Input Selection

Once you have connected external systems to your TV, you can switch to different input sources. Press the Source button on your remote control consecutively to select the different sources.

Changing Channels and Volume

You can change the channel and adjust the volume by using the Volume +/- and Programme +/- buttons on the remote.

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Inserting the Batteries into the Remote

Remove the back cover to reveal the battery compartment. Insert two size AAA batteries. Make sure the (+) and (-) signs match (observe correct polarity). Do not mix old and new batteries. Replace only with same or equivalent type. Place the cover back on.

Connect Power

IMPORTANT: The TV set is designed to operate on 220-240V AC, 50 Hz socket. After unpacking, allow

the TV set to reach the ambient room temperature before you connect the set to the mains. Plug the power cable to the mains socket outlet.

Antenna Connection

Connect the aerial or cable TV plug to the AERIAL INPUT (ANT-TV) socket located on the rear bottom side of the TV.

Rear bottom side of the TV

Notication

TRADEMARK ACKNOWLEDGMENT

The terms HDMI and High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.

Disposal of Old Equipment and Batteries

Only for European Union and countries with recycling systems

These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries must not be mixed with general household waste.

For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and batteries, please take them to applicable collection points in accordance with your national legislation.

By disposing of them correctly, you will help to save valuable resouces and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment.

For more information about collection and recycling, please contact your local municipality.

Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national legislation.

Note for the battery symbol (bottom symbol):

This symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol. In this case it complies with the requirement set by the Directive for the chemical involved.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

YouTube and the YouTube logo are trademarks of Google Inc.

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Authorized Representative:

Panasonic Testing Centre

Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH

Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany

Web Site: http://www.panasonic.com

Sales and Support Information

Customer Communication Centre

• For customers within the UK: 0344 844 3899

• For customers within Ireland: 01289 8333

• Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm, (Excluding public

holidays).

• For further support on your product, please visit our website: www.panasonic.co.uk

Direct Sales at Panasonic UK

• Order accessory and consumable items for your product with ease and condence by phoning our

Customer Comminications Centre Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm, (Excluding public holidays).

• Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering application at www.pas-europe.com.

• Most major credit and debit cards accepted.

• All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities

are provided directly by Panasonic UK.

• It couldn’t be simpler!

• Also available through our Internet is direct shopping for a wide range of nished products. Take a browse

on our website for further details.

Specication

TV Broadcasting

Receiving Channels

Digital Reception

Number of Preset Channels

Channel Indicator On Screen Display

RF Aerial Input 75 Ohm (unbalanced)

Operating Voltage 220-240V AC, 50Hz.

Audio A2 Stereo+Nicam Stereo

Headphone 3.5 mm mini stereo jack

Audio Output Power (WRMS.) (10% THD)

Power Consumption (W) 140 W

Weight (Kg) 22 Kg

TV Dimensions DxLxH (with foot) (mm)

TV Dimensions DxLxH (without foot) (mm)

Display 16/9 55”

Operation temperature and operation humidity

PAL BG/DK/II’

SECAM BG/DK

VHF (BAND I/III) - UHF (BAND U) - HYPERBAND

Fully integrated digital terrestrial-cable TV (DVB-T-C) (DVB-T2 compliant)

1.000

2 x 10 W

292 x 1240 x 789

38/47 x 1240 x 716

0ºC up to 40ºC, 85% humidity max

WirelessLANSpecications

Frequency Range

USA: 2.400 ~ 2.483GHz, 5.15 ~ 5.35GHz, 5.47 ~

5.725GHz, 5.725 ~ 5.85GHz

Europe: 2.400 ~ 2.483GHz, 5.15 ~ 5.35GHz, 5.47 ~ 5.725GHz

Japan: 2.400 ~ 2.497GHz, 5.15 ~ 5.35GHz, 5.47 ~

5.725GHz

China: 2.400 ~ 2.483GHz, 5.725 ~5.85GHz

Standard

IEEE 802.11.a/b/g/n

Host Interface

USB 2.0

Security

WEP 64/128, WPA, WPA2, TKIP, AES, WAPI

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Remote Control

(*) MY BUTTON:

This button may have a default function depending on the model. However you can set a special function to this button

by pressing on it for ve seconds when on a desired source or channel. A conrmation message will be displayed on the

screen. Now MY BUTTON is associated with the selected function.

Note that if you perform First Time Installation, MY BUTTON will return to its default function.

1. Standby: Switches On / Off the TV

2. Numeric buttons: Switches the channel, enters a

number or a letter in the text box on the screen.

3. TV: Displays channel list / Switches to TV Source

4. Mute: Completely turns off the volume of the TV

5. Volume +/-

6. Menu: Displays TV menu

7. Directional buttons: Helps navigate menus, content

etc. and displays the subpages in TXT mode when pressed Right or Left

8. OK: Conrms user selections, holds the page (in TXT

mode), views channel list (DTV mode)

9. Back/Return: Returns to previous screen, opens index page (in TXT mode)

10. Media player: Opens the media player screen

11. Internet: Opens the portal page, where you can reach

many web based applications

12. My button (*)

13. Coloured Buttons: Follow the on-screen instructions

for coloured button functions

14. Language: Switches between sound modes (analogue TV), displays and changes audio/subtitle language (digital TV, where available)

15. Subtitles: Turns subtitles on and off (where available)

16. Rapid reverse: Moves frames backwards in media

such as movies

17. No function

18. Play: Starts to play selected media

19. Stop: Stops the media being played

20. Rapid advance: Moves frames forward in media such

as movies

21. Pause: Pauses the media being played

22. Screen: Changes the aspect ratio of the screen

23. Text: Displays teletext (where available), press again

to superimpose the teletext over a normal broadcast picture (mix)

24. Source: Shows all available broadcast and content sources

25. EPG (Electronic programme guide): Displays the electronic programme guide

26. Exit: Closes and exits from displayed menus or returns to previous screen

27. Quick Menu: Displays a list of menus for quick access

28. Info: Displays information about on-screen content,

shows hidden information (reveal - in TXT mode)

29. Programme +/-

30. Swap: Quickly cycles between previous and current

channels or sources

31. Netix: Launches the Netix application, if this feature

is supported by your TV

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Connections

ideo

Connector Type Cables Device

Scart

Connection

(back)

YPBPR

YPbPr Video

Connection

/ V

AUDIO IN

SPDIF

BACK AV

/ Video

HEADPHONE

(back)

HDMI

Connection

(bottom&side)

VGA

Connection

(bottom)

PC/YPbPr/

Back AV

Audio

Connection

(back)

SPDIF

(Optical Out)

Connection

(bottom)

Back AV

(Audio/Video)

Connection

(back)

Headphone Connection

(side)

USB

Connection

(back&side)

Connection

(side)

YPbPr Connection Cable

YPbPr/PC Audio Cable

Audio Video Cable

CAM

module

NOTE: When connecting a device via the YPbPr or Back AV inputs, you must use the connection cables to enable connection. See the illustrations

on the left side. | To enable PC/YPbPr audio, you will need to use the Back Audio inputs with a YPbPr/PC audio cable for audio connection. | If an

external device is connected via the SCART socket, the TV will automatically switch to AV mode.| When receiving DTV channels

(Mpeg4 H.264) or while in Media Player mode, output will not be available via the scart socket. | When using the wall mounting kit (available from third party in the market, if not supplied), we recommend that you plug all your cables into the back of the

TV before mounting on the wall.

| Insert or remove the CI module

only when the TV is SWITCHED

OFF. You should refer to the module instruction manual for

details of the settings. | The/Each USB input of your TV supports

devices up to 500mA. Connecting devices that have current value above 500mA may damage your

TV. | By connecting an HDMI cable to your TV, you have to use only a

shielded HDMI cable to guarantee a sufficient immunity against parasitic frequency radiation.

If you want to connect a device to the TV, make

sure that both the TV and the device are turned off before making any connection. After the connection is done, you can turn on the units and use them.

LAN

Ethernet

Connection

(bottom)

LAN / Ethernet Cable

Subwoofer

Connection

(back)

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Switching On/Off

To Switch the TV On

Connect the power cord to a power source such as a wall socket (220-240V AC, 50 Hz).

To switch on the TV from standby mode either:

• Press the Standby button, Programme +/- or a numeric button on the remote control.

• Press the Standby button or Programme +/- on the TV.

The TV will then switch on.

To Switch the TV Off

Press the Standby button on the remote control or press the Standby button on the TV, then the TV switches into standby mode.

To power down the TV completely, unplug the power cord from the mains socket.

Note: When the TV is switched into standby mode, the standby LED can blink to indicate that features such as

Standby Search, Over Air Download or Timer is active. The

LED can also blink when you switch on the TV from standby

mode.

First Time Installation

When turned on for the first time, the language selection screen is displayed. Select the desired language and press OK.

On the next screen, set your preferences using the directional buttons.

Note: Depending on the Country selection you may be asked

to set and conrm a PIN at this point. The selected PIN cannot be 0000. You have to enter it if you are asked to enter a PIN

for any menu operation later.

About Selecting Broadcast Type

Aerial: If Aerial broadcast search option is turned on,

the TV will search for digital terrestrial broadcasts after other initial settings are completed.

Cable: If Cable broadcast search option is turned on, the TV will search for digital cable broadcasts after other initial settings are completed. According to your

other preferences a conrmation message may be

displayed before starting to search. Select YES and press OK to proceed. To cancel operation, select NO and press OK. You can select Network or set values such as Frequency, Network ID and Search Step. When nished, press OK button.

Note: Searching duration will change depending on the selected Search Step.

Analogue: If Analogue broadcast search option is turned on, the TV will search for analogue broadcasts after other initial settings are completed.

Additionally you can set a broadcast type as your favourite one. Priority will be given to the selected broadcast type during the search process and the

channels of it will be listed on the top of the Channel List. When nished, press OK to continue.

You can activate Store Mode option at this point.

This option will congure your TV’s settings for store

environment. This option is intended only for store use. It is recommended to select Home Mode for home use. This option will be available in Setup>More menu and can be turned off/on later.

Press OK button on the remote control to continue and the Network Settings menu will be displayed. Please refer to Connectivity section to congure a wired or a wireless connection. After the settings are completed press OK button to continue. To skip to the next step without doing anything press the Rapid advance button on the remote.

After the initial settings are completed TV will start to search for available broadcasts of the selected broadcast types.

After all the available stations are stored, scan results will be displayed. Press OK to continue. The Edit Channel List menu will be displayed next. You can edit the channel list according to your preferences or press the Menu button to quit and watch TV.

While the search continues a message may appear, asking whether you want to sort channels according to the LCN(*). Select Yes and press OK to conrm.

(*) LCN is the Logical Channel Number system that organizes available broadcasts in accordance with a recognizable

channel number sequence (if available).

Note: Do not turn off the TV while initializing first time installation. Note that, some options may not be available

depending on the country selection.

Media Playback via USB Input

You can connect 2.5” and 3.5” inch (hdd with external power supply) external hard disk drives or USB memory stick to your TV by using the USB inputs of the TV.

IMPORTANT! Back up the les on your storage devices

before connecting them to the TV. Manufacturer will

not be responsible for any le damage or data loss.

Certain types of USB devices (e.g. MP3 Players) or USB hard disk drives/memory sticks may not be compatible with this TV. The TV supports FAT32 and NTFS disk formatting.

While formatting USB hard drives which have more than 1TB (Tera Byte) storage space you may experience some problems in the formatting process.

Wait a little while before each plugging and unplugging

as the player may still be reading les. Failure to do

so may cause physical damage to the USB player and the USB device itself. Do not pull out your drive

while playing a le.

You can use USB hubs with your TV’s USB inputs. External power supplied USB hubs are recommended in such a case.

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