PANASONIC TX-P46S10B, TX-P42S10B, TX-P50S10B User Manual

Operating Instructions
Plasma Television
Model No. TX-P42S10B
TX-P46S10B TX-P50S10B
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
TQB0E0829
Features
Receives DVB digital terrestrial broadcasts
Select the programme or set Timer Programming easily by using TV Guide. (p. 18 - 20)
Register and instantly call up favourite channels with Favourites Edit. (p. 37)
DVB - Digital Video Broadcasting
VIERA TOOLS-Display special feature icons for easy accessibility (p. 14)
VIERA TOOLS is the easy way to access the special features with the VIERA TOOLS button.
HD ready 1080p
High Definition signals are supported by HDMI and Component Video inputs.
Sharp pictures with HDMI connection (p. 63)
Enjoy high-definition digital picture and high-quality sound by using an HDMI cable.
This TV incorporates HDMI™ (Version 1.3a with x.v.Colour™) technology.
Dolby Digital decoder
Possible to decode Dolby Digital audio track (multi-channel sound) and output as Dolby Digital multi-channel
sound signal from DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal.
GUIDE Plus+ (p. 18)
This TV supports Gemstar-TV Guide sent from the GUIDE Plus+ system.
Owner ID (p. 43)
Owner ID is an anti-theft function. Entering the PIN number and owner’s personal information will help the
Police to determine the owner.
SDHC Card
This TV supports SDHC Card. SDHC is a high storage capacity card (more than 4 GB).
AVCHD
Possible to play the moving pictures recorded in SD Card by AVCHD format.
AVCHD is a high definition recording format. (p. 50)
SD Card viewer - VIERA IMAGE VIEWER (p. 48 - 50)
Enjoy your photos or movies recorded in SD Card on the TV screen.
Links up and controls the connected equipment with “Q-Link” and “VIERA Link” (p. 52 - 59)
Easy recording and playback, create home theatre without complicated settings, etc.
Supports Audio Description signal (p. 16 and p. 31)
This function can add an additional sound track to describe events on-screen (narration) and aids
understanding and enjoyment, particularly for visually-impaired viewers. You can switch Audio Description service Auto or Off, and adjust the volume of the description sound track.
2
digital tick
The digital tick logo indicates that a digital tuner is built-in.
Freeview
Freeview is the way to enjoy digital TV for free. There are up to 48 digital TV channels.
Digital Switchover for Terrestrial broadcasts
Starting in late 2007 and ending in 2012, TV services in the UK will go completely digital, TV region by TV region. If you have any questions, please call Digital UK on or visit
www.digitaluk.co.uk
Digital Switchover will cover a period of several weeks. When it starts you will lose all Analogue TV channels and some Digital TV channels will be missing. You will need to retune your TV each time this happens to recover your digital channels.
To retune your TV
“Auto Setup” in “DVB Tuning Menu”-DVB mode (p. 34)
Users of cable or satellite boxes should still retune the TV to continue to receive Freeview channels via their aerial. (Your Analogue channel for viewing Cable or Satellite services will change to a new position.)
Due to the digital reception technologies involved, quality of the digital signals may be relatively low in some cases, despite good reception of analogue channels.
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FULL HD
This TV uses a high definition panel to produce high definition pictures close to their original resolution.
VIERA TOUGH PANEL
A front panel increases the durability of the plasma display. This protects against accidental impacts to the screen surface, and also makes cleaning easier.
Intelligent Frame Creation
This increases the frame count and allows natural frame-to-frame transitions, for flicker-less motion images with high resolution.
2,000,000:1 Dynamic Contrast
A wide contrast ratio will deliver pictures with a deep black level and a brighter white level for greater image depth.
0.001 msec Panel Response Time
Extremely fast response time to minimise picture lag.
Eco Mode
Adjusts picture settings automatically dependent on ambient lighting conditions.
V-Audio Surround
Utilises Panasonic’s advanced digital amplification technology.
Lead-free display
All VIERA plasma display panels are lead-free. This reduces the impact on the environment when recycling or disposing of them in the future.
Up to 100,000 hours Plasma Panel Lifetime
The Plasma display panel used in the 2009 VIERA TV range is rated for up to 100,000
hours.
This measurement is based on the time taken for the brightness of the panel to reduce to half of it’s maximum level. The time taken to reach this level may vary depending on the image content and the environment where the TV is used. Image retention and malfunctions are not taken into account.
Turn your living room into a home theatre!
Enjoy rich multi-media
Contents
Be Sure to Read
Safety Precautions ············································ 4 (Warning & Caution)
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Notes Maintenance ······················································ 5
Quick Start Guide
Accessories / Options ·········· 6 Identifying Controls ·············· 8 Basic Connection ·············· 10 Auto Setup ························· 12
Enjoy your TV!
Basic Features
How to Use VIERA TOOLS ····························· 14 Watching TV
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Using TV Guide Viewing Teletext ··············································· 21 Watching External inputs ································· 24 How to Use Menu Functions ··························· 26
(picture, sound quality, etc.)
Advanced Features
Retuning from Setup Menu ····························· 34 Tuning and Editing Channels (DVB) ················ 36 Tuning and Editing Channels (Analogue) ········ 38 Child lock ························································· 40 Input Labels ····················································· 41 Shipping Condition ·········································· 42 Owner ID ························································· 43 Advanced Settings (DVB) ································ 44 Recording Controls ·········································· 46 Viewing from SD Card ····································· 48
(VIERA IMAGE VIEWER) Displaying PC Screen on TV ··························· 51 Link Functions ················································ 52
(Q-Link / VIERA Link) External Equipment ········································· 60
Quick Start Guide
Viewing Advanced FAQs, etc.
Amplifier with Speaker system
VCR
DVD Recorder
Satellite receiver
DVD player
SD Card
Camcorder
Personal
computer
FAQs, etc.
Technical Information ······································ 62 FAQs ······························································· 66 On screen messages ······································ 68 Glossary ·························································· 70 Licence
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Index Specifications ·················································· 71
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Safety Precautions
Warning & Caution
Handling the mains plug and lead
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 is not used for a prolonged period of time. Ensure the earth pin on the mains plug is securely connected to prevent electrical shock.
An apparatus with CLASS I construction shall be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.
Do not use any mains lead other than that provided with this TV. (This may cause fire or electrical shock.)
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 your ears to excessive volume from the headphones
Irreversible damage can be caused.
Power source
This TV is designed to operate on 220-240 V, 50 / 60 Hz AC.
AC 220-240 V 50 / 60 Hz
Transport only in upright position
Transporting the TV with its display panel facing upright or downward may cause damage to the internal circuitry.
The TV is heavy. Handle by 2 or more people. Support as shown to avoid injury by the TV tipping or falling.
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
Do not place the TV on sloped or unstable surfaces
The TV may fall off or tip over.
IMPORTANT: THE MOULDED MAINS PLUG
FOR YOUR SAFETY, PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY. This TV is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 10 amp fuse is fitted
in this mains plug. Shall the fuse need to be replaced, please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 10 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 refitted 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.
Do not cut off the mains plug. Do not use any other type of mains lead except the one supplied with this TV. The supplied mains lead and moulded plug are designed to be used with this TV to avoid interference and for your safety. If the socket outlet in your home is not suitable, get it changed by a qualified electrician. If the plug or mains lead becomes damaged, purchase a replacement from an authorized dealer.
WARNING: – THIS TV MUST BE EARTHED.
How to replace the fuse. Open the fuse compartment with a screwdriver and replace the fuse.
or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse.
ASA
SD Card
As with a small object, SD Card can be swallowed by young children. Please remove SD Card immediately after use.
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Do not expose to rain or excessive moisture
To prevent damage which might result in electric shock or fire, do not expose this TV 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.
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.
Notes
Do not display a still picture for a long time
This causes the image to remain on the plasma screen (“image retention”). This is not considered a malfunction and is not covered by the warranty.
Typical still images
Channel number and other logos Image displayed in 4:3 mode Video game
Computer image
To prevent image retention, contrast is lowered automatically after a few minutes if no signals are sent or no operations are performed. (p. 66)
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.)
Maintenance
Allow sufficient space around the TV for radiated heat
Minimum distance
10
10
When using the pedestal, keep the space between the bottom of the TV and the surface where the TV is set. In case of using Wall-hanging bracket, follow the manual of it.
10
7
(cm)
Use only the dedicated pedestals / mounting equipment
Using an unapproved pedestal or other fixtures may make the TV unstable, risking injury. Be sure to ask your local Panasonic dealer to perform setup. Use approved pedestals / mounts (p. 6).
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 (1 part detergent to 100 parts 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. Take care not to subject the surface to insect repellent, solvent, thinner, or other volatile substances (this may degrade surface quality).
Cabinet, Pedestal
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
Take care not to subject the TV’s surfaces to detergent. (A liquid inside the TV could lead to product failure.) Take care not to subject surfaces to insect repellent, solvent, thinner, or other volatile substances (this may deteriorate the surface by peeling the paint). Do not allow the cabinet and pedestal to make contact with a rubber 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 fire or electrical shock.)
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Accessories / Options
Standard accessories Check that you have the accessories and items shown
INPUT
TV AV
DIRECT TV REC
ASPECT
MENU
Remote Control
N2QAYB000328
Operating Instructions Pan European Guarantee Card CRM (Customer Relationship
Management)
This product contains possibly dangerous parts (such as plastic bags), that can be breathed in or swallowed by young children accidentally. Keep these parts out of reach of young children.
N
EXIT
OPTION
RETURN
TEXT
STTL
INDEX HOLD
PROGRAMME
TV
Batteries for the
Remote Control (2)
R6 (UM3)
Cleaning cloth
TXFPE01RLTB
Mains Lead
K2CT3YY00016
p. 11
Pedestal
TBLX0093 (TX-P42S10B) TBLX0097
TX-P46S10B
(
TX-P50S10B
TXFBL01EQUE p. 7
)
Optional accessories
Wall-hanging bracket
TY-WK4P1RW
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.
Rear of the TV
400 mm
300 mm
Holes for wall-hanging bracket installation
Screw for fixing the TV onto the wall-hanging bracket (not supplied with the TV)
Depth of screw: minimum 16 mm, maximum 36 mm
Caution
In order to maintain the unit’s performance and safety, be absolutely sure to ask your dealer or a licenced contractor to secure the wall-hanging brackets. Carefully read the instructions accompanying optional accessories, and be absolutely sure to take steps to prevent the TV from tipping over. Handle the TV carefully during installation since subjecting it to impact or other forces may cause product damage. Take care when fixing wall brackets to the wall. Always ensure that there are no electrical cables or pipes in the wall before hanging bracket. When using the angled-type wall hanging bracket, please ensure that there is sufficient space for the connecting cables not to press against the wall when the TV is tilted forward. To prevent fall and injury, remove the TV from its fixed wall position when it is no longer in use.
(View from the side)
6
Installing / removing remote’s batteries
1
Hook
Caution
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.
Pull open
2
Note the correct polarity (+ or -)
Close
Attaching the pedestal
Warning
Do not disassemble or modify the pedestal.
Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result.
Caution
Do not use any other TV and displays.
Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result.
Do not use the pedestal if it becomes warped or physically damaged.
If you use the pedestal while it is physically damaged, personal injury may result. Contact your nearest Panasonic dealer immediately.
During set-up, make sure that all screws are securely tightened.
If insufficient care is taken to ensure screws are properly tightened during assembly, the pedestal will not be strong enough to support the TV, and it might fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result.
Ensure that the TV does not fall over.
If the TV is knocked or children climb onto the pedestal with the TV installed, the TV may fall over and personal injury may result.
Two or more people are required to install and remove the TV.
If two or more people are not present, the TV may be dropped, and personal injury may result.
Quick Start Guide
Assembly screw (4)
(silver)
XYN5+F18FN
Assembly screw (4)
(black)
THEL061N
M5 × 18 M5 × 25
Assembling the pedestal
Use the four assembly screws to fasten the left and right poles to the base securely.
Make sure that the screws are securely tightened. Forcing the assembly screws the wrong way will strip the threads.
“L” or “R” mark is stamped on the bottom of the pole.
Securing the TV
Use the assembly screws to fasten securely.
Make sure that the screws are securely tightened. Carry out the work on a horizontal and level surface.
Pole (2)
R : TBLA3685 L : TBLA3686
L
R
Base
TBLX0093 (TX-P42S10B) TBLX0097 (TX-P46S10B, TX-P50S10B)
R
A
Front
D
L
B
Accessories / Options
View from the bottom
Hole for pedestal installation
Arrow mark
D
7
Identifying Controls
TV
SD Card slot
(p. 48)
SD CARD
CI slot
(p. 45)
HDMI3 terminal
(p. 61)
Common Interface
HDMI3
Function select
Volume / Contrast / Brightness / Colour / Sharpness / Tint (NTSC mode) / Bass / Treble / Balance / Auto Setup (p. 34 and p. 35)
PC terminal
(p. 61)
AV3 terminals
(p. 61)
PC
AV3
S-V
V
L
R
Headphones jack
(p. 61)
Mains power On / Off switch
Switch On to turn on the TV or turn the TV to standby mode by the remote control
Increases or decreases the channel position by one. When a function is already displayed, press to increase or decrease the selected function. When in Standby mode, switches TV On.
Changes the input mode
Remote control signal receiver
Do not place any objects between the TV remote control signal receiver and remote control.
Timer LED
Active for Timer Programming or Standby for Direct TV Recording: orange (flash) Timer Programming On: orange
Power LED
Standby: red On: green When using the remote control, indicates the TV has received a command.
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C.A.T.S. (Contrast Automatic Tracking System) sensor
Senses brightness to adjust picture quality when “Eco Mode” in the Picture Menu is set to “On” (p. 30)
Remote Control
VIERA IMAGE VIEWER (p. 48)
Switches to SD Card viewing mode
Standby On / Off switch
Switches TV On or Off standby
Aspect (p. 17)
Changes aspect ratio from Aspect Selection list
Also possible by pressing this button repeatedly until you reach the desired aspect
Main Menu (p. 26)
Press to access Picture, Sound and
Setup Menus
Channel / Programme Information (p. 16)
Displays channel and programme information
VIERA Link Menu (p. 56)
Accesses VIERA Link Menu
OK
Confirms selections and choices Press after selecting channel positions to quickly change channel
Option Menu (p. 17)
Easy setting for viewing and sound options
Coloured buttons
Used for the selection, navigation and operation of various functions
Teletext (p. 21)
Switches to teletext mode / interactive services
Subtitles (p. 16)
Displays subtitles
ASPECT
OPTION
TEXT
MENU
STTL
PROGRAMME
INPUT
TV AV
DIRECT TV REC
N
EXIT
RETURN
INDEX HOLD
Input mode selection
TV - switches DVB / Analogue mode (p. 15) AV - switches to AV input mode from Input
Selection list (p. 24)
Direct TV Recording (p. 54 and p. 56)
Records programme immediately in
DVD Recorder / VCR with Q-Link or VIERA Link connection
Normalise (p. 26)
Resets picture and sound settings to their
default levels
Exit
Returns to the normal viewing screen
VIERA TOOLS (p. 14)
Displays some special feature icons and
accesses easily
Guide (p. 18)
Displays TV Guide
Cursor buttons
Makes selections and adjustments
Return
Returns to the previous menu / page
Hold
Freeze / unfreeze picture (p. 15) Holds the current teletext page (teletext mode) (p. 22)
Index (p. 23)
Returns to the teletext index page
(teletext mode)
Surround (p. 31)
Switches Surround sound
Channel Up / Down
Selects channel in sequence
Quick Start Guide
Identifying Controls
Numeric buttons
Changes channel and teletext pages Sets characters When in Standby mode, switches TV On
Sound Mute
Switches sound mute On or Off
Volume Up / Down
TV
REC
Connected equipment operations
(p. 25 and p. 58)
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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. When disconnecting the mains lead, be absolutely sure to disconnect the mains plug at the socket outlet first.
Example 1 Connecting aerial
TV only
Rear of the TV Rear of the TV
Terrestrial
Example 2 Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR
TV, DVD Recorder or VCR
aerial
AC 220-240 V 50 / 60 Hz
AC 220-240 V 50 / 60 Hz
RF cable
Mains lead (supplied)
HDMI1
HDMI2
Aerial input terminal
Mains lead (supplied)
HDMI1
Terrestrial
aerial
Aerial input terminal
HDMI2
AUDIO
OUT
L
R
DIGITAL
AUDIO
OUT
COMPONENT
AUDIO
IN
L
R
AUDIO
OUT
L
R
DIGITAL
AUDIO
OUT
COMPONENT
AUDIO
Y
IN
P
B
L
R
P
R
RGB VIDEO
RGB VIDEO
AV1 AV2
S VIDEO
RGB VIDEO
Y
P
B
P
R
RGB VIDEO
AV1 AV2
SVIDEO
RF cable
Fully wired HDMI compliant cable
HDMI AV
DVD Recorder or VCR
Fully wired SCART cable
RF OUT
RF IN
RF cable
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Note
Connect to the TV’s AV2 for a DVD Recorder / VCR supporting Q-Link (p. 54). Connect to the TV’s AV1 for a Satellite receiver. For HDMI-compatible equipment, possible to connect to HDMI terminals (HDMI1 / HDMI2 / HDMI3) by using HDMI cable (p. 60). Q-Link connection p. 52 VIERA Link connection p. 52 and p. 53 Read the manual of the equipment too.
Example 3 Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR and Satellite receiver
TV, DVD Recorder / VCR and Satellite
Rear of the TV
Quick Start Guide
Terrestrial
aerial
AC 220-240 V 50 / 60 Hz
Mains lead (supplied)
Fully wired HDMI
compliant cable
AUDIO
OUT
L
R
DIGITAL
AUDIO
OUT
COMPONENT
AUDIO
Y
IN
P
B
L
R
P
R
HDMI1
RGB VIDEO
HDMI2
RGB VIDEO
AV1 AV2
S VIDEO
Push until both side tabs click
To remove from the TV:
Aerial input terminal
Make sure that the mains lead is securely fixed.
Press both tabs and pull on mains connector
tabs
Fully wired HDMI compliant cable
to release
RF cable
Basic Connection
HDMI
TV/AV Recorder/AV
Satellite receiver
Fully wired
SCART cable
RF OUT
RF IN
Fully wired SCART cable
RF cable
RF cable
Fully wired SCART cable
AV 2 AV 1
HDMI
DVD Recorder or VCR
RF OUT
RF IN
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Auto Setup
Search and store TV channels automatically.
These steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed by your local dealer. Please complete connections (p. 10 and p. 11) and settings (if necessary) of the connected equipment before starting Auto Setup. For details of settings for the connected equipment, read the appropriate manual.
Plug the TV into mains socket and switch On
1
(Takes a few seconds to be displayed)
Auto Setup will start to search for TV channels and store them in the numbered
Auto Setup - DVB and Analogue
DVB Scan CH 21 68 Analogue Scan
This will take about 6 minutes.
CH Channel Name Type Quality
62
CBBC Channel Free TV 10 62 BBC Radio Wales Free TV 10 62 E4 Free TV 10 62 Cartoon Nwk Free TV 10 29 Analogue
BBC1 Analogue
33
Free TV: 4 Pay TV: 0 Radio: 0 Data: 0 Analogue: 2
CH 21 68
Searching
order as specified by the broadcasters.
-
-
ASPECT
OPTION
TEXT STTL
MENU
PROGRAMME
INPUT
TV AV
DIRECT TV REC
N
EXIT
RETURN
INDEX HOLD
2
3
Sending Preset Data
Please wait!
0% 100%
Remote control unavailable
If Q-Link, or similar technology (p. 54), compatible recorder with analogue tuner is connected, analogue channel setting is automatically downloaded to the recorder. (Digital channel setting is not downloaded.) If downloading has failed, you can download later through the Setup Menu.
“Q-Link Download” (p. 32)
Input Owner ID
Owner ID
Please enter new PIN
PIN * * * *
Please enter your own choice of PIN number, name, etc. to help the police to crack crime.
Make a note of the PIN number in case you forget it. You can skip this step and input the Owner ID later.
“Owner ID” (p. 43)
Select “Home”
Please select your viewing environment.
Home Shop
Auto Setup is now complete and your TV is ready for viewing.
To check channel list at-a-glance
“Using TV Guide” (p. 18)
To edit channels
“Tuning and Editing Channels”
select
set
(p. 36 - 39)
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TV
Using the On Screen Displays
Many features available on this TV can be accessed via the On Screen Display menu.
How to use remote control
Move the cursor / select the menu item
Access the menu / store settings after adjustments have been made or options have been set
MENU
Open the main menu
ON SCREEN HELP Instructions box - Operation guide
(example: Owner ID)
Owner ID
Please enter new PIN
PIN
EXIT
RETURN
0 9
* * * *
PIN entry
Operation guide will help you.
Note
If tuning has failed “Auto Setup” (p. 34 and p. 35)
“Shipping Condition” (p. 42)
To initialize all settings If you turned the TV Off during Standby mode last time, the TV will be in Standby mode when you turn the TV On with Mains power On / Off switch.
How to input Owner ID
Enter the PIN number (4 digits)
Enter the PIN number twice at first setting.
Select NAME / HOUSE NO / POSTCODE and access the “User input” mode
Owner ID-Data Entry
PIN
NAME
HOUSE NO
POSTCODE


select
access
Move the cursor / adjust levels / select from a range of options
RETURN
Return to the previous menu
EXIT
Exit the menu system and return to the normal viewing screen
Set characters one by one Return to select
other items
RETURN
User input
NAME
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N U V W X Y Z 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 a b c d e f g h i j k l m n u v w x y z ( ) + - . * _
select
O P Q R S T 7 8 9 ! : # o p q r s t
or
Exit the menu to go to next step
EXIT
set
You can set characters by using numeric buttons.
“Characters table for
numeric buttons” (p. 65)
Quick Start Guide
Auto Setup
“Shop” mode (for shop display use only)
Automatic Demo Off / On selection screen is displayed.
You can change the viewing environment at this stage
RETURN
If you set to “Off” or “On” in Automatic Demo Off / On selection screen, the TV will be in “Shop” viewing environment (p. 70), and Auto Setup will be complete. To change viewing environment later on, you will need to initialise all settings by accessing Shipping Condition and go through Auto Setup again.
“Shipping Condition” (p. 42)
Select “Home”
Please select your viewing environment.
Home Shop
select set
Automatic Demo
Off On
(This is not available in “Home” mode)
Auto Setup is complete
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How to Use VIERA TOOLS
You can access some special features easily by using the VIERA TOOLS function.
For “VIERA Link Control” and “Pause Live TV” functions to operate correctly, ensure the connections and settings are completed.
“Summary of Q-Link and VIERA Link features” (p. 52 and p. 53), “Preparations” (p. 55)
After connection, turn the equipment on and then switch the TV on.
Display icons of the feature
ASPECT
OPTION
MENU
INPUT
AV
TV
DIRECT TV REC
N
EXIT
RETURN
1
Select a feature
2
T
O
A
O
R
L
E
S
I
V
select
access
TEXT
To return to TV
STTL
EXIT
INDEX
HOLD
PROGRAMME
TV
R
or
E
I
V
VIERA Link Control
Follow the operations of each feature
3
T
O
A
O
L
S
VIERA Link Control “VIERA Link Control” (p. 58)
When more than two pieces of compatible equipment are connected a selection screen will be displayed. Please select the correct description and access.
Pause Live TV “Pause Live TV” (p. 57)
Slideshow “Slideshow” (p. 49)
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Slideshow will use all of the photos on the SD Card.
Photos “Photo View” (p. 48)
Movies “Movie View” (p. 50)
Watching TV
Turn power on
(Press for about 1 second)
Select DVB or Analogue
TV
1 BBC ONE Wales
Coronation Street 19 : 30 - 20 : 00
Now
Select a channel
up
down
ASPECT
OPTION
TEXT
MENU
STTL
INPUT
AV
TV
DIRECT TV REC
N
EXIT
RETURN
INDEX
HOLD
1
2
3
Mains power On / Off switch should be On. (p. 8)
Also possible by pressing the TV button on the side panel of the TV. (p. 8)
All DVB Channels
19:35
For info press
or
Information banner appears whenever you select a channel
For details p. 16
DVB channel position numbers run from 1 onwards. Analogue channel position numbers run in the ranges 0 - 99.
To select a two or three-digit channel
position number, e.g. 39
Viewing
PROGRAMME
TV
Note
To watch pay-TV
“Common Interface”
(p. 45)
Volume
Select a channel using Information banner (p. 16)
Possible to confirm the channel name and programme before changing channels.
Display Information banner if it is not displayed
While the banner is displayed, select the channel
select channel
watch
Possible to set display timeout in “Banner Display Timeout” (p. 33).
Select a channel using TV Guide (p. 18)
Possible to confirm the TV Guide (EPG) before changing channels.
Display TV Guide
Select the programme now on the air
select
access
Select “View” (DVB mode)
Eastender 19:30- 20:00
View
Timer Programming
select
watch
How to Use VIERA TOOLS
Watching TV
Other useful functions
Hold
Freeze / unfreeze picture
HOLD
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Watching TV
Other useful functions
Display subtitles
DVB mode
Display / hide subtitles (if available)
To change the language for DVB (if available)
“Preferred Subtitles” (p. 33)
Analogue mode
Display subtitles
To hide subtitles
Note
This is the same as switching to Analogue teletext service and selecting “P888” (subtitle service). (p. 23) You cannot change the channel when this function is active.
Display Information banner
Display Information banner
Also appears when changing a channel
EXIT
STTL
STTL
Channel position and name
Example (DVB):
1 BBC ONE Wales
Programme
Coronation Street 19 : 30 - 20 : 00
Mute Encrypted
Programme Start / Finish time
Example (Analogue):
3 ITV
itv1 CH23
Mute
Encrypted
Radio
SubtitlesAD
19:35
All Analogue Channels
For info press
Channel number
To confirm another tuned channel name
To watch the channel listed in the banner
Information on the next programme
(DVB)
EXIT
To hide
(press again to hide the
Extra information (DVB)
banner)
To set display timeout
“Banner Display Timeout” (p. 33)
NICAMTXT 45
“All DVB Channels” or “Favourites1-4” (p. 37)
Channel type (if it is Radio or Data channel)
Current time
Radio
Now
19:35
SubtitlesAD TXT Multi Audio 45
Features available / Message meanings
Mute
Sound mute On
Bad signal
Poor TV signal quality
Encrypted
Scrambled programme
AD
Audio Description service available
This function can aid visually-impaired viewers by adding an additional audio track to describe events on-screen.
p. 31
For settings
Subtitles
Subtitle service available
TXT
Teletext service available
Multi Audio
Multiple audio available
Stereo, Mono, NICAM
Audio mode
1 - 90
Off Timer remaining time
For settings p. 17
To switch
blue
All DVB Channels
Select favourites
For info press
16
“AD”, “Subtitles”, “TXT”, “Multi Audio” indications are displayed as available on particular programmes, but may not be available for all individual programmes being broadcast. Display the extra information to confirm availability of these functions.
Example:
1 BBC ONE Wales
Coronation Street 19 : 30 - 20 : 00
[AD]
Now
All DVB Channels
19:35
Select favourites
Exit info
AD
Other useful functions
Aspect
Change the aspect ratio (image size)
ASPECT
Enjoy viewing the image at its optimum size and aspect. Normally programmes have the Aspect Control Signal (Widescreen signal, etc.), and the TV will choose the aspect ratio automatically according to the Aspect Control Signal (p. 62).
If you would like to change the aspect ratio manually
Display Aspect Selection list While the list is displayed, select the mode
ASPECT
Auto
16:9
14:9
Note
Only “16:9” and “4:3” are available in PC input mode. Not available when the subtitle function is active. Not available in teletext service. Aspect mode can be memorized separately for SD (Standard definition) and HD (High definition) signals.
Aspect Selection list
The best ratio is chosen and the image expanded to fill the screen. For details
Directly displays the image at 16:9 without distortion (anamorphic).
Displays the image at the standard 14:9 without distortion.
Aspect Selection
Auto
16:9 14:9 4:3 Zoom1 Zoom2 Zoom3
Select
Change
p. 62
EXIT
RETURN
store
To change the mode using the ASPECT button only
Press repeatedly until you
select
4:3 Zoom2
Displays the image at the standard 4:3 without distortion.
Zoom1 Zoom3
Displays a 16:9 letterbox or 4:3 image without distortion.
ASPECT
(
reach the desired mode
)
Displays a 16:9 letterbox (anamorphic) image full-screen 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).
Viewing
Display the selectable settings for the current programme
Check or change the current
OPTION
programme status instantly
Multi Audio (DVB mode)
Allows you to select between alternative language for sound tracks (if available)
Subtitle Language (DVB mode) Allows you to select the language in which subtitles should appear (if available)
NICAM (Analogue mode)
Sound Menu (p. 31)
Note
Also possible to change the settings in Menu list (p. 30 - 33).
To change
change select
Volume Correction
Adjusts volume of individual channel or input mode
Audio Description (DVB mode) Set to “Auto” if the programme has Audio Description service, then you will hear an additional audio track to describe events on-screen
To adjust the volume for Audio Description
“Audio Description Menu” (p. 31)
Off Timer
Turn the TV off automatically after a fixed period
Display the menu Select “Setup” Select “Off Timer” and set the time
MENU
Main Menu
Picture
Sound
Setup
access
select
To cancel Set to “Off” or turn the TV off. To display the remaining time Information banner (p. 16)
Note
When the remaining time is within 3 minutes, the remaining time will flash on the screen.
Setup Menu
Timer Programming
Off Timer Off
Link Settings
Child Lock
DVB Tuning Menu
Display Settings
System Menu
Other Settings
Watching TV
set select
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Using TV Guide
TV GuideElectronic Programme Guide (EPG) provides an on-screen listing of the programmes currently broadcast and the forthcoming broadcasts over the next seven days (depending on the broadcasters).
This TV supports the GUIDE Plus+ system. The Gemstar branding partner will supply the rating informations in the programme information and the recommended group in the Prog.Type list. Analogue channels will be listed after DVB channels but there will be no programme listings. “D” means DVB channel and “A” means Analogue channel 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.
Select DVB or Analogue
TV
View TV Guide
To change the layout (Landscape / Portrait) view “Landscape” to see many channels view “Portrait” to see one channel at a time
ASPECT
MENU
INPUT
AV
TV
DIRECT TV REC
N
EXIT
1 2
OPTION
TEXT
To return to TV
STTL
EXIT
INDEX HOLD
PROGRAMME
TV
RETURN
TV Guide time
Example:
Advertisement
Current date and time
TV Guide date
Wed 24/10/2007 10:46
Select channel
Timer Programming
-24 hours +24 hours Prog.Type Category
TV Guide: Landscape
Wed 24th
1 BBC ONE 20:00 - 20:30 DIY SOS : We open in the Battersbys
Time: 20:00 20:30 21:00
19:30
1
D
7
D
14
D
70
D
72
D
105
D
719
D Rugby 15 To 1 The Bill
EXIT Select programme RETURN
Eastender DIY SOS The Bill Red Cap
BBC ONE BBC THREE
Hot Wars Holiday Program
E4 Emmerdal. Coronation Street The Bill
BBC FOUR 10 O’ clock News BBC Pepsi Char. Good bye
BBC 2W Panorama Spring watch Coast
BBCi I’m A Celebrity Pop Idol News
BBC Radi
Gemstar branding partner
Programme
Info
GUIDE
Change display mode
OPTION
Select Advert
Landscape (Displays by channel)
Channel position and name
To the previous day
(DVB mode)
red
To view a channel list of the selected type
(DVB mode)
yellow
To view a channel list of the selected category
blue
Logo of the
All Types All Channels
Page up
Page down
Prog.Type
All Types
All Types
Movie
News and Factual
. . . . .
Category
All Channels
All Channels
All DVB Channels
All Analogue Channels
Free DVB Channels
TV/Data DVB Channels
Favourites1
Favourites2
Favourites3
Favourites4
Example:
Wed 24/10/2007 10:46
Select programme
Timer Programming
TV Guide: Portrait
Wed 24th
D 1 BBC ONE D
19:30~20:00
20:00~20:30
20:30~21:00
21:00~22:00
22:30~23:00
23:00~23:30
23:00~00:00
EXIT Select channel RETURN
7 BBC THREE
Eastender
DIY SOS
The Bill
Red Cap
Live junction
POP 100
Rugby
Info
GUIDE
Change display mode
OPTION
Select Advert
+24 hours Prog.Type Category
All Types All Channels
D 14 E4 D 70 BBC FOUR
Portrait (Displays by time)
To the next day
(DVB mode)
green
(Type list)
select type
view
(Category list)
Only Analogue channels are listed
select
categoory
view
Page up
Page down
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To list favourite channels
p. 37
Other useful functions
(Operate whilst viewing TV Guide)
View advertisement
Enter your postcode when using this function for the first time
“Postcode” in “GUIDE Plus+ Settings” (p. 33) If you have already entered your postcode in “Auto Setup” - when first using the TV (p. 12), you do not have to enter again. If you enter an incorrect postcode for your area, or no postcodes are entered, advertisement may not be displayed correctly.
Display advertisement information
OPTION
To display the latest advertisement, you will need to update the information. To update the information continuously, the TV must be left in Standby mode at night.
To change advertisements
To return to TV Guide
OPTION
RETURN
or
Note
Some advertisements are for future programmes.
In this case it is possible to use the Guide link recording function (p. 20).
The advertisements displayed on the TV Guide are sent from the GUIDE Plus+ system so that they cannot be
deleted manually or will not be lost even when the TV is turned Off with Mains power On / Off switch.
Watch the programme
Select the current
Select “View” (DVB mode)
programme or channel
Eastender
select
access
select
watch
19:30- 20:00
View
Timer Programming
see below
Timer Programming
(TV screen)
View details of the programme (DVB mode)
Select the programme View details
select
Wed 24/10/2007 10:46
Timer Programming
TV Guide: Landscape
Wednesday, 24 October 2007 DIY SOS BBC ONE 20:00 - 20:30, 30 min.
EXIT
RETURN
Details
Return to list
To return to the start page
Timer Programming (DVB mode)
Select the forthcoming programme to output to external recorder
select
set
Note
While recording, you cannot watch any other channels except the one
being recorded.
When recording programmes, you must make the proper settings on the recorder connected to the TV.
If a compatible recorder with Q-Link or similar technologies is connected to the TV (p. 54) and the
“Link Settings” (p. 32) are completed, no setting of the recorder is required.
Also read the manual of the recorder.
If you select the current programme, a screen asking you to confirm whether you wish to watch or record it
will appear. Select “Timer Programming” to record from the time you finish the Timer Programming setting.
Timer Programming Wed 15/10/08 18:50
1D BBC1
<TIMER>
3D ITV1
Freshly Squeezed Extra
D ITV1
---
--- --/-- --:-- --:-- --- --- Freshly Squeezed Extra
--- --/-- --:-- --:-- --- ---
--- --/-- --:-- --:-- --- ---
Select timer
EXIT
Edit timer
RETURN
Delete Timer off
Date Start End min.
17/10 FR 18:00 20:00 120 Off
18/10 SA 21:30 22:30 60 Off
Guide
--/-- --:-- --:-- --- ---
S/P
0 9
Info
Page up
Page down
STTLChannel NameNo.
(Timer Programming screen)
Timer LED will turn on if Timer Programming is set.
Timer LED
1/1
Orange Timer LED (Blinking during timer active)
To check / change / cancel a Timer Programming event
“Timer Programming” (p. 47)
To return to TV Guide
Viewing
Using TV Guide
RETURN
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Using TV Guide
Other useful functions
(Operate whilst viewing TV Guide)
Guide link recording (Timer Programming from the TV Guide signal)
Guide link recording is a timer programme controlled by information from the TV Guide. Programme start and end times may be changed by broadcasters and sent to the TV for timer programme to follow the change. Split Programme is a programme which is interrupted by one or more other programmes. Both of the above are subject to signals being sent by broadcasters.
Select the forthcoming programme to output to external recorder
Timer LED will turn on if Timer Programming is set.
TV Guide: Landscape
Sat 18th
1 BBC 1 21:00 - 21:30 DIY SOS : We open in the Battersbys
Time: 21:00 21:30 22:00
1
BBC 1
D
BBC THREE
7
D
E4 Emmerdal. Coronation Street The Bill
14
D
BBC FOUR 10 O’ clock News BBC Pepsi Char. Good bye
70
D
BBC 2W Panorama Spring watch Coast
72
D
BBCi I’m A Celebrity Pop Idol News
105
D
BBC Radi
719
D Rugby 15 To 1 The Bill
All Types All Channels
20:30
Eastender DIY SOS Holiday News
Hot Wars Holiday Program
select
set
“Guide” is displayed if the timer is set from the TV Guide
Timer Programming Wed 15/10/08 18:50
No. Date Start End min. STTL
Channel Name
1D BBC1
<TIMER>
1D BBC1
Holiday News
3D ITV1
--- --/-- --:-- --:-- --- ---
Freshly Squeezed Extra
--- --/-- --:-- --:-- --- ---
--- --/-- --:-- --:-- --- ---
Select timer
EXIT
Edit timer
RETURN
Delete Timer off
17/10 FR 18:00 20:00 120 Off
18/10 SA 21:30 22 :30 60 Off
Guide
18/10 SA 22:30 23 :30 60 Off
S/P
0 9
Info
Page down
(Timer Programming screen)
“S/P” is displayed if the timer is set from the TV
1/1
Page up
Guide and the programme is a Split Programme
“ ” will be displayed in the TV Guide if Timer Programming is set.
Wed 15/10/08 18:50
To check / change / cancel a Guide link recording event
“Timer Programming” (p. 47) If you edit the start time or end time of Guide link recording more than 10 minutes after setting to record, it will no longer be performed as Guide link recording. The recording will be performed according to the time setting in Timer Programming.
RETURN
To return to TV Guide
Note
Not available in Analogue mode. Whilst making Split Programme recording, it is not possible to record any other programmes between the interrupted programmes.
The Split Programme recording does not work if the separated parts are broadcast on differing channels.
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Viewing Teletext
You can enjoy news, weather forecasts and subtitles, etc. (depending on the broadcaster)
The availability of teletext services for a programme is indicated by “TXT” in the information banner.
1 BBC ONE Wales
Coronation Street 19 : 30 - 20 : 00
All DVB Channels
19:35
Select favourites
Now
TXT
For info press
Information banner (p. 16)
Displayed if programme has teletext service
DVB teletext (MHEG)
DVB teletext services
DVB teletext services differ greatly from analogue teletext. When you switch to a digital teletext service, the images you see can contain graphics and text, laid out and controlled in a manner decided by the broadcaster.
Select DVB
DVB programmes have digital teletext services (MHEG).
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ASPECT
OPTION
TEXT
MENU
STTL
INPUT
AV
TV
DIRECT TV REC
N
EXIT
RETURN
INDEX HOLD
1
2
3
TV
Switch to Teletext
TEXT
How to use
In all cases, it is possible to navigate the pages using buttons on the remote control, but because the commands available must apply to all manufacturers of digital equipment, some on screen commands may not correspond exactly to the remote control buttons.
For example:
When “select” or “go” is displayed
Viewing
Viewing Teletext
Using TV Guide
PROGRAMME
TV
When “”, “”, “”, “” symbol is displayed
When the key words are displayed on colour bar
When options with numbers are displayed
When “i” is displayed (information)
TEXT
red green yellow blue
To return to TV
Note
As soon as you switch to a digital channel with links to a teletext service, software is downloaded in the background to enable the teletext function. This means that when switching to a digital channel, you should wait for approximately 5 seconds before pressing the TEXT button - this will allow the software to download. If you press the TEXT button before download is complete, there will be a short delay before the text screen is displayed. While navigating digital teletext, you will find there is a short delay when moving between pages while the page downloads. There is often a prompt shown somewhere on the page (for example “Loading”) to let you know that this is happening.
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Viewing Teletext
Analogue teletext
Analogue teletext services
Analogue teletext services are the text information provided by the broadcasters. The features may vary depending on the broadcasters.
What is FASTEXT mode?
In FASTEXT mode, four differently coloured subjects are situated at the bottom of the screen. To access more information about one of these subjects, press the appropriately coloured button. This facility enables fast access to information on the subjects shown.
What is List mode?
In List mode, four differently coloured page numbers are situated at the bottom of the screen. Each of these numbers can be altered and stored in the TV’s memory. (“Store frequently viewed pages”, p. 23)
To change mode “Teletext” in the Setup Menu (p. 33)
Select Analogue
TV
Switch to Teletext
TEXT
Displays the index page (content varies depending on the broadcasters)
Current page number
Sub page number
<< 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 >>
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TELETEXT
INFORMATION
Time / date
ASPECT
OPTION
MENU
INPUT
AV
TV
DIRECT TV REC
N
EXIT
RETURN
1
2
TEXT
STTL
INDEX HOLD
Select the page
3
or
To adjust contrast
To return to TV
PROGRAMME
up
down
MENU
EXIT
Reveal hidden data HOLD
Reveal hidden words e.g. quiz page answers
MENU
red
To rehide
red
Stop automatic updating
(If you wish to hold the current page without updating)
HOLD
red
or
(Corresponds to the colour bar)
(Press twice)
To resume
Colour bar
green
yellow blue
As the blue bar is displayed
HOLD
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FULL / TOP / BOTTOM
(TOP) (BOTTOM) Normal (FULL)
MENU
green
(Expand the TOP half) (Expand the BOTTOM half)
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