Panasonic TX-P50ST32Y, TX-P42ST32Y, TX-P46ST32Y Operating Instructions

Model No.

TX-P42ST32Y

TX-P46ST32Y

TX-P50ST32Y

Operating Instructions

Plasma Television

Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product.

Please read these instructions carefully before operating this product and retain them for future reference.

The images shown in this manual are for illustrative purposes only.

Please refer to Pan European Guarantee Card if you need to contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance.

English

TQB0E2078U

Experience an amazing level of multimedia excitement

Enjoy rich multimedia

USB device

SD Card

Network

Camcorder

Amplifier with

Speaker system

Set top box

DVD Recorder

VCR DVD Player

Blu-ray Disc Player

Notice for DVB / Data broadcasting / IPTV functions

•This TV is designed to meet the standards (as of August, 2009) of DVB-T / T2 (MPEG2 and MPEG4-AVC(H.264)) digital terrestrial services, DVB-C (MPEG2 and MPEG4-AVC(H.264)) digital cable services and DVB-S (MPEG2 and MPEG4-AVC(H.264)) digital satellite services.

Consult your local dealer for availability of DVB-T or DVB-S services in your area.

Consult your cable service provider for availability of DVB-C services with this TV.

•This TV may not work correctly with the signal which does not meet the standards of DVB-T, DVB-C or DVB-S.

•Not all the features are available depending on the country, area, broadcaster and service provider.

•Not all CI modules work properly with this TV. Consult your service provider about the available CI module.

•This TV may not work correctly with CI module that is not approved by the service provider and satellite.

•Additional fees may be charged depending on the service provider.

•The compatibility with future services is not guaranteed.

•Check the latest information on the available services at the following website. (English only) http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/tv/

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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. 102)

Panasonic does not guarantee operation and performance of peripheral devices made by other manufacturers; and we disclaim any liability or damage arising from operation and/ or performance from usage of such other maker’s peripheral devices.

This product is licensed under the AVC patent portfolio license for the personal and non-commercial use of a consumer to (i) encode video in compliance with the AVC Standard (“AVC Video”) and/or (ii) decode AVC Video that was encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal and non-commercial activity and/or was obtained from a video provider licensed to provide AVC Video. No license is granted or shall be implied for any other use. Additional information may be obtained from MPEG LA, LLC. See http://www.mpegla.com.

ROVI CORPORATION AND/OR ITS RELATED AFFILIATES ARE NOT IN ANY WAY LIABLE FOR THE ACCURACY OF THE PROGRAM SCHEDULE INFORMATION PROVIDED BY THE GUIDE PLUS+ SYSTEM. IN NO EVENT SHALL ROVI CORPORATION AND/

OR ITS RELATED AFFILIATES BE LIABLE FOR ANY AMOUNTS REPRESENTING LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF BUSINESS,

OR INDIRECT, SPECIAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES IN CONNECTION WITH THE PROVISION OR USE OF ANY

INFORMATION, EQUIPMENT, OR SERVICES RELATING TO THE GUIDE PLUS+ SYSTEM.

http://www.europe.guideplus.com/

Contents

Be Sure to Read

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

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

Quick Start Guide

Accessories / Options······························································6

Identifying Controls·································································9

Basic Connection··································································· 11

Auto Setup··············································································· 13

Enjoy your TV!

Basic Features

Using “VIERA Connect”························································ 17

Watching TV ············································································ 18 Using TV Guide······································································· 22 Viewing Teletext····································································· 25

Watching External Inputs ··················································· 27 Viewing 3D images······························································· 29 How to Use VIERA TOOLS ··················································· 34 How to Use Menu Functions············································· 35

Advanced Features

Retuning from Setup Menu··············································· 46 Tuning and Editing Channels (DVB) ······························· 50 Tuning and Editing Channels (Analogue)····················· 54 Timer Programming ····························································· 56 Child Lock················································································· 59 Input Labels············································································· 61 Using Common Interface ··················································· 62

Shipping Condition ······························································ 63 Updating the TV Software·················································· 64 Using Media Player ······························································· 65 Using Network Services························································· 76 Link Functions (Q-Link / VIERA Link)······························· 83 External Equipment······························································ 92

FAQs, etc.

Technical Information·························································· 95

FAQs ·························································································102

Licence ····················································································105

Specifications········································································106

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Precautions Safety

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.

•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 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,	AC 220-240 V
remove the mains plug	50 / 60 Hz
immediately!

Power source

•This TV is designed to operate on AC 220-240 V, 50 / 60 Hz.

Do not remove covers and NEVER modify the TV yourself

•Do not remove the rear cover as live parts are accessible when it is removed. There are no user serviceable parts inside. (High-voltage components may cause serious electrical shock.)

•Have the TV checked, adjusted, or repaired at your local Panasonic dealer.

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 the spread of fire, keep candles or other open flames away from this product at all times

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 insert foreign objects into the TV

•Do not allow any objects to drop into the TV through the air vents. (Fire or electrical shock may result.)

Do not place the TV on sloped or unstable surfaces, and ensure that the TV does not hang over the edge of the base

•The TV may fall off or tip over.

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 (p. 7) / wall-hanging brackets

(p. 6).

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.

Transport only in upright position

•Transporting the TV with its display panel facing upward or downward may cause damage to the internal circuitry.

Allow sufficient space around the TV for radiated heat

Minimum distance

10

10

10

7

(cm)

•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.

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.

Do not apply strong force or impact to the display panel

•This may cause damage resulting in injury.

The TV is heavy. Handle the TV by 2 or more people. Support as shown to avoid injury by the TV tipping or falling.

Maintenance

First, remove the mains plug from the socket outlet.

Display panel, Cabinet, Pedestal

Regular care :	For stubborn dirt :
Gently wipe the surface of the display panel, cabinet,	Dampen a soft cloth with clean water or diluted neutral detergent
or pedestal by using a soft cloth to clean the dirt or	(1 part detergent to 100 parts water). Then wring the cloth and
fingerprints.	wipe the surface. Finally, wipe away all the moisture.

Caution

•Do not use a hard cloth or rub the surface too hard. This may cause scratches on the surface.

•Take care not to subject the TV’s surfaces to water or detergent. A liquid inside the TV could lead to product failure.

•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 fingernail 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 lead to fire or electrical shock.

Maintenance | Precautions Safety

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Options / Accessories Guide Start Quick

Accessories / Options

Standard accessories

Remote Control

•N2QAYB000572

Batteries for the	Pedestal	Ferrite core (2)	Ferrite core
Remote Control (2)	(p. 7)	(Large size)	(Small size)
•R6		(p. 12, 93)	(p. 94)

(p. 7)

(TX-P42ST32Y)

Use the Ferrite cores to comply with the

EMC standard.

Operating Instructions

Pan European Guarantee Card

•Accessories may not be placed all together. Take care not to throw them away unintentionally.

•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.

Optional accessories

Please contact your nearest Panasonic dealer to purchase the recommended optional accessories. For additional details, please refer to the manual of the optional accessories.

3D Eyewear set
(Battery type)	(Rechargeable type)	•If you need 3D Eyewears additionally, please purchase this optional accessory.
•TY-EW3D10E	•TY-EW3D2LE
	•TY-EW3D2ME	•For more information (English only) :
	•TY-EW3D2SE	http://panasonic.net/avc/viera/3d/eu.html

Wireless LAN Adaptor

•DY-WL10E-K

Caution

•To use the Wireless LAN Adaptor, an access point needs to be obtained.

•It is recommended to use the Wireless LAN Adaptor with the extension cable.

•To avoid malfunctions caused by radio wave interference, keep the TV away from the devices such as other wireless LAN devices, microwaves and the devices that use 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz signals when using the Wireless LAN Adaptor.

•Depending on the area, this optional accessory may not be available.

•Additional information for Wireless LAN Adaptor and access point may be on the following website.

(English only) http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/tv/

Communication Camera

•TY-CC10W

Caution

•This camera can be used on VIERA Connect (p. 17, 82).

•Please also read the manual of the camera.

•Depending on the area, this optional accessory may not be available. For details, consult your local Panasonic dealer.

Wall-hanging bracket

•TY-WK4P1RW	•The angle of wall-hanging bracket can be adjusted in “zero tilting (vertical)” and “15-degree tilting” for
	this TV.

Rear of the TV	Depth of screw : minimum 17 mm,
400 mm	maximum 22 mm
	Diameter : M8
300 mm	Screw for fixing the TV onto the wall-hanging bracket
	(not supplied with the TV)
	(View from the side)
Holes for wall-hanging bracket installation

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Warning

•Using other wall-hanging brackets, or installing a wall-hanging bracket by yourself have the risk of personal injury and product damage. In order to maintain the unit’s performance and safety, be absolutely sure to ask your dealer or a licensed contractor to secure the wall-hanging brackets. Any damage caused by installing without a qualified installer will void your warranty.

•Carefully read the instructions accompanying optional accessories, and be absolutely sure to take steps to prevent the TV from falling off.

•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.

•To prevent fall and injury, remove the TV from its fixed wall position when it is no longer in use.

Installing / removing remote’s batteries

1

Pull open

Hook

2

Close

Note the correct

polarity (+ or -)

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.

•Do not disassemble or modify the remote control.

Attaching / removing 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 pedestal other than the one provided with this TV.

•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.

When removing the pedestal from the TV, do not remove the pedestal by the methods other than the specified procedure (p. 8)

•Otherwise the TV and / or pedestal may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result.

Options / Accessories Guide Start Quick

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Options / Accessories Guide Start Quick

A	Assembly screw (4)	D Pole	E Base	F Cover
	(silver)	•TBL5ZA3055	•TBL5ZX0065	•TBL5ZB3045-1
		(TX-P42ST32Y)	(TX-P42ST32Y)	(TX-P42ST32Y)
	M5 × 20	•TBL5ZA3065	•TBL5ZX0069	•TBL5ZB3054-1
		TX-P46ST32Y	TX-P46ST32Y	TX-P46ST32Y
B	Assembly screw (4)	(TX-P50ST32Y)	(TX-P50ST32Y)	(TX-P50ST32Y)
	(black)

M5 × 25

CAssembly screw

(black)

M4 × 8

1Assembling the pedestal

Use the assembly screws A to fasten the pole D to the base E securely.

•Make sure that the screws are securely tightened.

•Forcing the assembly screws the wrong way will strip the threads.

A

	E	D
		Front

2Securing the TV

Use the assembly screws B to fasten securely.

•Tighten the four assembly screws loosely at first, then tighten them firmly to fix securely.

•Carry out the work on a horizontal and level surface.

B

Arrow mark

		Hole for pedestal
Attach the cover	F with assembly screw C	installation
F	C
		E
		(View from the bottom)

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.

1 Remove the assembly screws B from the TV. 2 Pull out the pedestal from the TV.

3 Remove the assembly screw C from the cover.

4 Pull out the cover.

5 Remove the assembly screws A from the pole.

Adjusting the panel to your desired angle

•Do not place any objects within the full rotation range.

(View from the top)

: 15° (TX-P42ST32Y) : 10°

(TX-P46ST32Y, TX-P50ST32Y)

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Identifying Controls

Remote Control

1						INPUT		15
2					TV		AV
	MENU ASPECT						DIRECT TV REC	16
3
4							EXIT	17
5			RA	T				18
				O
6		IE			OL
		V				S
7		k					G	19
		in					U
	A	L					I
							D
	R
	E						E
	I
8	V							20
							BACK/
	OPTION
9							RETURN	21
								22
10	TEXT STTL INDEX HOLD							23
11								24
				abc			def
12		ghi		jkl			mno
		pqrs		tuv			wxyz
13								25
							LAST VIEW
14								26

REC PROGRAMME

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DVD/VCR TV

TV

1Standby On / Off switch

•Switches TV On or Off standby

2 3D button (p. 31)

•Switches to the viewing mode between 2D and 3D

3 [Main Menu] (p. 35)

•Press to access Picture, Sound, Timer and Setup Menus

4 Aspect (p. 21)

•Changes aspect ratio

5 Information (p. 19)

•Displays channel and programme information

6 VIERATOOLS (p. 34)

•Displays some special feature icons and accesses easily

7 [VIERA Link Menu] (p. 87)

8OK

•Confirms selections and choices

•Press after selecting channel positions to quickly change channel

•Displays the Channel List

9[Option Menu] (p. 20)

•Easy optional setting for viewing, sound, etc.

10Teletext (p. 25)

•Switches to teletext mode

11Subtitles (p. 19)

•Displays subtitles

12Numeric buttons

•Changes channel and teletext pages

•Sets characters

•When in Standby mode, switches TV On (Press for about 1 second)

13Sound Mute

•Switches sound mute On or Off

14Volume Up / Down

15Input mode selection

•TV - switches DVB-S / DVB-C / DVB-T / Analogue mode (p. 18)

•AV - switches to AV input mode from Input Selection list (p. 27)

16Direct TV Recording (p. 85, 87)

•Records programme immediately in DVD Recorder / VCR with Q-Link or VIERA Link connection

17[VIERA Connect] (p. 17, 82)

•Displays VIERA Connect home screen

18Exit

•Returns to the normal viewing screen

19TV Guide (p. 22)

20Cursor buttons

•Makes selections and adjustments

21Return

•Returns to the previous menu / page

22Coloured buttons (red-green-yellow-blue)

•Used for the selection, navigation and operation of various functions

23Hold

•Freeze / unfreeze picture (p. 20)

•Holds the current teletext page (teletext mode)

(p. 25)

24Index (p. 25)

•Returns to the teletext index page (teletext mode)

25Last view (p. 21)

•Switches to previously viewed channel or input mode

26Channel Up / Down

27Connected equipment operations (p. 28, 66, 90)

Controls Identifying Guide Start Quick

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Controls Identifying Guide Start Quick

TV

	7
1	8
2	9

14

3

4
5
10	11	12	13
6

1 CI slot (p. 62)

2 SD Card slot (p. 65)

3 USB 2 port (p. 94)

4 HDMI 4 terminal (p. 94)

5 Headphones jack (p. 94)

6 AV2 terminals (p. 94)

7Function select

•[Volume] / [Contrast] / [Brightness] / [Colour] /

[Sharpness] / [Tint] (NTSC signal) / [Bass] / [Treble] /

[Balance] / [Auto Setup] (p. 46 - 49)

[Music] or [Speech] mode in the Sound Menu

Using the On Screen Displays - Operation guide

8Channel Up / Down, Value change (when using the F button), Switching the TV On (press either button for about 1 second when in Standby mode)

9 Changes the input mode

10Mains power On / Off switch

•Use to switch the mains power.

If you turned the TV Off during Standby mode by the remote control last time, the TV will be in Standby mode when you turn the TV On with Mains power On / Off switch.

11Remote control signal receiver

•Do not place any objects between the TV remote control signal receiver and remote control.

12C.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. 36)

13Power and Timer LED

•Red : Standby

Green : On

Orange : Timer Programming On

Orange (flash) :

Recording of Timer Programming or Direct TV Recording in progress

Red with orange flash :

Standby with Timer Programming On or Direct

TV Recording

•The LED blinks when the TV receives a command from the remote control.

14Infrared transmitter for 3D Eyewear

•Do not place any objects between the transmitter and 3D Eyewear.

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

Operation guide

Operation guide will help you to operate by using the remote control.

Example : [Sound Menu]

	Main Menu					1/2
		Picture	Mode	Music
			Bass				0
		Sound	Treble				0
			Balance				0
		Timer	Headphone Volume				11
			Surround	Off
		Setup	Auto Gain Control	Off
			Volume Correction				0
			Speaker Distance to Wall	Over 30cm
	Select		Selects the basic sound mode.
	Change	EXIT				Page up

Page down

RETURN

Operation guide

How to use remote control

MENU

Open the main menu

Move the cursor / select the menu item / select from a range of options

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

BACK/	Return to the	EXIT	Exit the menu system
RETURN			and return to the normal
	previous menu
			viewing screen

Auto power standby function

The TV will automatically go to Standby mode in the following conditions :

•no signal is received and no operation is performed for 30 minutes in Analogue TV mode

•[Off Timer] is active in the Timer Menu (p. 20)

•no operation is performed for the period selected in [Auto Standby] (p. 40)

10 •This function does not affect the recording of Timer Programming and Direct TV Recording.

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		g or disconnecting any leads.
	There are some restrictions on placement for viewing 3D images. For detai		(p. 29, 33)
	Example 1	Example 2
	Connecting dish or aerial	Connecting DVD Recorder /
		VCR and Player
	TV only	TV, DVD Recorder / VCR and Player

To ensure your satellite dish is correctly installed, please consult your local dealer.

•Also please consult the received satellite broadcasting companies for details.

•Selectabl llites and dish alignment to tune DVB-S

channe	(p. 47)
Rear of the TV	Satellite dish
	•For digital
	satellite
	broadcasts
	Satellite cable

Rear of the TV

AC 220-240 V

50/ 60 Hz

AC 220-240 V

50/ 60 Hz

Mains lead

Mains lead

Terrestrial aerial

Cable

Fully wired

SCART cable

RF cable

RF cable

•For digital cable, digital terrestrial

and analogue broadcasts

Terrestrial aerial

Cable

Fully wired HDMI compliant cable

DVD Recorder or	Player /
VCR	3D-compatible
RF OUT	player
RF IN	RF cable

Connection Basic Guide Start Quick

Note

•To watch 3D contents (p. 29)

•Connect to the TV’s AV1 for a DVD Recorder / VCR supporting Q-Link (p. 85).

•For HDMI-compatible equipment, possible to connect to HDMI terminals (HDMI1 / HDMI2 / HDMI3 / HDMI4) by using HDMI

cable (p. 92).
•Q-Link and VIERA Link connec	(p. 83, 84)

•Please also read the manual of the equipment being connected.

•Keep the TV away from electronic equipment (video equipment, etc.) or equipment with an infrared sensor. Otherwise,

distortion of image / sound may occur or operation of other equipment may be interfered.

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Connection Basic Guide Start Quick

Example 3

Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR and Set top box

TV, DVD Recorder / VCR and Set top box

Rear of the TV

Terrestrial aerial

RF cable

AC 220-240 V

50/ 60 Hz

	Fully wired
Fully wired HDMI	SCART cable
compliant cable	Fully wired
	SCART cable

Mains lead

Cable

	Set top box	DVD Recorder or
		VCR	RF IN
		RF cable	RF OUT

■Connecting to the network environment (Network connections)

To enable the network service functions (VIERA Connect, etc.), you need to connect the TV to a broadband network
environment.
•If you do not have any broadband network services, please consult your retailer for assistance.
•Connect with LAN cable (Wired connection) or Wireless LAN Adaptor (Wireless connection).
•Setup of the network connection will start after the tuning (when first using the TV)					(p. 14 - 16)
Rear of the TV	Wireless connection
						Internet
						environment
	Wireless LAN Adaptor and Extension cable
		“Optional accessories” (p. 6)
	•Connect to the USB 1 or 2 port.					Access point
Wired connection
			Ferrite core - Large size (supplied)
			Installing the Ferrite core
Less	LAN cable	Less
than		than
10 cm		10 cm
		Internet	Pull back the tabs	Wind the cable		Press the cable
		environment	(in two places)	twice		through and close
Note
•For more information of the network connec			(p. 76)

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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. 11, 12) and settings (if necessary) of the connected equipment before starting Auto Setup. For details of settings for the connected equipment, read the manual of the equipment.

1 Plug the TV into mains socket and switch On

•Takes a few seconds to be displayed

•If the red LED shows on the TV, press the Standby On / Off switch on the remote control for about 1 second.

2 Select the language

Menüsprache										select
Deutsch			Dansk		Polski		Srpyski
English			Svenska		čeština		Hrvatski			set
Français			Norsk		Magyar		Slovenščina
Italiano			Suomi		Slovenčina		Latviešu
Español			Türkçe		Български		eesti keel
Português			Еλληνικά		Română		Lietuvių
Nederlands

3 Select your country

Country

Germany		Denmark		Poland
Austria		Sweden		Czech
France		Norway		Hungary
Italy		Finland		Slovakia
Spain		Luxembourg		Slovenia
Portugal		Belgium		Croatia
Switzerland		Netherlands		Estonia
Malta		Turkey		Lithuania
Andorra		Greece		Others

select set

•Depending on the country you select, select your Region or store the Child LockPIN number (“0000” cannot be stored) by following the on screen instructions.

4 Select the mode you want to tune

TV Signal Selection			select
DVB-S
DVB-C			tune / skip tuning
DVB-T
Analogue	: tune (search for the available channels)
Start Auto Setup	: skip tuning

5 Select [Start Auto Setup]

TV Signal Selection	select
DVB-S
DVB-C	access

DVB-T

Analogue

Start Auto Setup

•Auto Setup will start to search for TV channels and store them.

The stored channels and sorted channel order vary depending on the country, area, broadcasting system and conditions of signal reception.

Auto Setup screen varies depending on the country you select.

1 DVB-S Search Mode

Search Mode

Free Channels

All Channels

select mode set

2 DVB-S Satellite Search

DVB-S Auto Setup

Satellite		Checking LNB2
Progress	0%	100%

This will take up to 40 minutes.

Satellite

Astra 19.2°E

Hot Bird 13°E

Press EXIT to skip Satellite installation

Searching Satellite

Setup Auto Guide Start Quick

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Setup Auto Guide Start Quick

5	3 [DVB-S Auto Setup]
		DVB-S Auto Setup
		Satellite			Astra 19.2° E
		Progress		0%				100%
		This will take about 30 minutes.
		No.	Channel Name			Type	Quality
		1	CBBC Channel			Free TV	100
		2	BBC Radio Wales			Free TV	100
		3	E4			Free TV	100
		Free TV: 3	Pay TV: 0			Radio: 0
			Searching

5 [DVB-C Auto Setup]

DVB-C Auto Setup

	Progress	0%				100%
	This will take about 3 minutes.
	No.	Channel Name		Type	Quality
	1	CBBC Channel		Free TV	100
	2	BBC Radio Wales		Free TV	100
	3	E4		Free TV	100
	Free TV: 3	Pay TV: 0		Radio: 0
		Searching

7 [Analogue Auto Setup]

Analogue Auto Setup

Scan	CH 2		78	CC 1		41
This will take about 3 minutes.
CH	Channel Name
CH 29
CH 33	BBC1

Analogue: 2

Searching

4 [DVB-C Network Settings]

•Depending on the country you select, select your cable provider beforehand by following the on screen instructions.

DVB-C Network Settings

Frequency	Auto
Network ID	Auto
	Start Auto Setup
	select		abc	def
	[Start Auto Setup]	ghi	jkl	mno
		pqrs	tuv	wxyz
	access

Normally set [Frequency] and [Network ID] to [Auto].

If [Auto] is not displayed or if necessary, enter [Frequency] and [Network ID] specified by your cable provider with numeric buttons.

6 [DVB-T Auto Setup]

DVB-T Auto Setup

	Progress	CH 5				69
	This will take about 3 minutes.
	CH	Channel Name		Type	Quality
	62	CBBC Channel		Free TV	100
	62	BBC Radio Wales		Free TV	100
	62	E4		Free TV	100
	62	Cartoon Nwk		Free TV	100
	Free TV: 4	Pay TV: 0		Radio: 0

Searching

•Depending on the country you select, the channel selection screen will be displayed after DVB-T Auto Setup if multiple channels have the same logical channel number. Select your preferred channel or exit the screen for automatic selections.

8 Preset Download

If Q-Link, VIERA Link or similar technology (p. 85, 86) compatible recorder is connected, channel, language, country / region settings are automatically downloaded to the recorder.

Sending Preset Data

Please wait!

0% 100%

Remote control unavailable

•If downloading has failed, you can download later through the Setup

Menu. [Download] (p. 41)

6	Setup the network connection
	Setup the network connection to enable the network service functions such as VIERA Connect, etc. (p. 17, 76).

•To setup the wireless connection, the Wireless LAN Adaptor (optional accessory) is required. Please note that this TV does not support wireless public access points.

•Ensure the network connections (p. 12) and network environment are completed before starting setup.

Select the network type

Network Setup							[Wired]			“Wired connection” (p. 12)
Select Wired or Wireless							[Wireless]			“Wireless connection” (p. 12)
											•To setup later on or skip this step
	Wired		Wireless		Set later					select

	access	EXIT
		Select [Set later] or

■[Wired]

	1. Select [Auto]							Connection Test
	Acquire IP Address							Check network cable connection.
								Check acquired IP address.
		Auto			Manual			Check for devices using same IP address.
								Check gateway connection.
								Check server connection.
			select		Automatically setup is done and the test of the network
			access
					connection starts.
	2. Go to the next step				•To set manually, select [Manual] and set each item. For
				7
					details		(p. 78)

(Press twice)

: succeeded

The test is successful and the TV is connected to the network.

: failed

Check the settings and connections. And then select [Retry].

14

6

■[Wireless]

Select the connection type

select

Connection Type

Please select network connection type.

access

Search for access point

WPS(Push button)

[Search for access point]

Access points found automatically are listed.

1. Select your desired access point

select

Available Access Points

No.

SSID

Wireless type Encrypt Reception

1

Access Point A

11n(2.4GHz)

2

Access Point B

11n(5GHz)

access

3

Access Point C

11n(5GHz)

: Encrypted access point

•For the information of the

•To set manually (p. 81)

•To search access points again

(yellow)

highlighted access point

(red)

2. Access the encryption key input mode

Encryption Key Setting

Connection will be made with the following settings:-

SSID : Access Point A

•If the selected access point is not encrypted, the confirmation screen

Authentication type : WPA-PSK

Encryption type : TKIP

Please input the encryption key.

will be displayed. It is recommended to select the encrypted access

point.

Encryption key

3. Enter the encryption key of the access point

Set characters

Store

Access Point Settings

Encryption key

select

BACK/

A

B

C

D

E

F

G

H

I

J

K

L

M

N

O

P

Q

R

S

T

RETURN

U

V

W

X

Y

Z

0

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

!

:

#

a

b

c

d

e

f

g

h

i

j

k

l

m

n

o

p

q

r

s

t

set

u

v

w

x

y

z

(

)

+

-

.

*

_

•You can set characters by using numeric buttons.

4. Select [Yes]

Access Point Settings

select

Encryption key is set to:-

XXXXXXXX

set

Select 'Yes' to confirm.

•To re-enter the encryption key, select [No].

Select 'No' to change.

•If the connection has failed, check the encryption key, settings

Yes

No

and positions of your access point. And then, follow the on screen

instructions.

5. After the access point setting is finished, perform the connection test

Connection Test

: succeeded

Check access point connection.

The test is successful and the TV is connected to the

Check acquired IP address.

Check for devices using same IP address.

network.

Check gateway connection.

Check server connection.

: failed

Check the settings and connections. And then select

[Retry].

•To set manually, select [Manual] and set each item.

For details

(p. 78)

6. Go to the next step

7

(Press twice)

Setup Auto Guide Start Quick

15

Setup Auto Guide Start Quick

6		[WPS(Push button)]
		1. Press the WPS button on the access point until the light flashes
		2. Connect the Wireless LAN Adaptor and the access point
		WPS(Push button)
		1) Please press the ‘WPS’ button on the access
		point until its light flashes.					•Ensure that your access point supports WPS for this setup.
		2) When the light is flashing select ‘Connect’ on
		TV.
		If you are unsure, please check the instruction					•WPS : Wi-Fi Protected Setup™
		manual of the access point.					•If the connection has failed, check the settings and positions of your
			Connect				access point. And then, follow the on screen instructions.
		3. After the access point setting is finished, perform the connection test
			Connection Test								: succeeded
			Check access point connection.								The test is successful and the TV is connected to the
			Check acquired IP address.
			Check for devices using same IP address.								network.
			Check gateway connection.
			Check server connection.								: failed
		4. Go to the next step									Check the settings and connections. And then select
				7
											[Retry].
		(Press twice)									•To set manually, select [Manual] and set each item.
											For details (p. 78)
7	Select [Home]
	Select [Home] viewing environment to use in your home environment.
	Please select your viewing environment.								select
		Home			Shop

set

■[Shop] viewing environment (for shop display only)

[Shop] viewing environment is the demonstration mode to explain main features of this TV.

Select [Home] viewing environment to use in your home environment.

•You can return to viewing environment selection screen at the stage of Shop confirmation screen and Automatic Demo Off / On selection screen.

1 Return to viewing environment selection				2 Select [Home]
screen
				Please select your viewing environment.				select
Shop				Home	Shop
You have selected shop mode			BACK/					set
			RETURN
Automatic Demo
Off	On

To change viewing environment later on, you will need to initialise all settings by accessing Shipping Condition.

[Shipping Condition] (p. 63)

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

If tuning has failed, check the connection of the satellite cable, RF cable, and then, follow the on screen instructions.

Note

•To check channel list at-a-gl		“Using TV Guide” (p. 22)
•To edit or hide (skip) channe		“Tuning and Editing Channels” (p. 50 - 55)
•To retune all channe	[Auto Setup] (p. 46, 49)
•To add the available	ode l	[Add TV Signal] (p. 41, 42, 43)
•To initialise all settin	[Shipping Condition] (p. 63)

If you connect the Wireless LAN Adaptor later on, the confirmation screen will be displayed for the setup.

•To setup the wireless connec

(p. 79 - 81)

Wireless LAN adaptor connection

Wireless LAN adaptor connected, do you want to set it up?

No - Exit

Current network type : Wireless

Yes

No

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Using“VIERA Connect”

VIERA Connect is a gateway to the internet services unique to Panasonic and has expanded VIERA CAST features greatly. VIERA Connect allows you to access some specific websites supported by Panasonic, and enjoy internet contents such as photos, videos, games, etc. from VIERA Connect home screen.

•This TV has no full browser function and all features of websites may not be available.

1 Turn power on

•Press for about 1 second

•Mains power On / Off switch should be On. (p. 10)

Enjoy selected internet content with VIERA Connect. Every time you turn on the TV, VIERA Connect introduction Simply press the OK / INTERNET button

banner appears. The banner is subject to change.

2

Access VIERA Connect

•The button design varies

While the banner is displayed

INTERNET

or

depending on the remote

control.

Example :

•

Welcome to VIERA Connect™

Depending on the usage conditions, it may take a

be discontinued eitherwtearrmanty for the content or the continuity of the services.

while to read all the data.

VIERA Connect™ home screen is subject to change without notice.

The services through VIERA Connect™ are operated by their respective service providers, and service may

•Messages might be displayed before VIERA Connect

porarily or permanently without notice. Therefore, Panasonic will make no

All features of websites or content of the service may not be available.

home screen.

ENTER

Please read these instructions carefully and follow the

Don’t show this message again

■To exit from

on screen instructions.

Some content may be inappropriate for some viewers.

Some content may only be available for specific countries and may be presented in specific languages.

VIERA Connect

Example : VIERA Connect home screen

•To go to the next level

EXIT

[MORE]

•To set the VIERA

•To back to the previous level

[BACK]

Connect instruction

banner display off

[VIERA Connect

Banner] (p. 44)

MORE

BACK

■How to operate VIERA Connect (current as of January, 2011)

•To return to the previous screen

•To move the cursor / select the item

•To access

BACK/

RETURN

•

When the key words are displayed on colour bar

When options with

•To return to VIERA Connect home

(red)

(green)

(yellow)

(blue)

•numbers are displayed

screen

abc

def

INTERNET

ghi

jkl

mno

pqrs

tuv

wxyz

•Video communication (ex. Skype™) requires an exclusive Communication Camera TY-CC10W.

“Optional accessories” (p. 6)

For details, read the manual of the Communication Camera.

•You can connect a keyboard and a gamepad via USB port for character input and playing games in VIERA Connect. You can also operate the TV with a keyboard or a gamepad other than VIERA Connect features.

For more information “USB connection” (p. 100)

Note

•If you cannot access VIERA Connect, c	the network connections (p. 12) and settings (p. 14 - 16).
•For more information of VIERA Conne	(p. 82)

Connect” Using“VIERA

17

TV Watching

Watching TV

1	Turn power on
	•Press for about 1 second
	•Mains power On / Off switch should be On. (p. 10)
	■VIERA Connect introduction banner appears
	You can access to VIERA Connect and enjoy the various contents. (p. 17)
	•To remove this banner, leave for about 5 seconds or press any buttons
	(except the buttons to access VIERA Connect).
	•To set this banner display off	[VIERA Connect Banner] (p. 44)
2	Select the mode	•The selectable modes vary depending on the
	TV

stored channels (p. 13).

TV Selection

DVB-S

DVB-C

DVB-T

Analogue

select access

•Also possible to select the mode pressing the TV button repeatedly on the remote control or side panel of the TV (p. 10).

•If [TV Selection] menu is not displayed, press the TV button to switch the mode.

1

Coronation Street

20:35

Information banner (p. 19)

BBC ONE WALES

20:00 - 20:55

All DVB-T Channels

Now

Info

Change category

Vo

lume

3

Select a channel

def •To select a more than two-digit channel position

up

or

abc

ghi

jkl

mno

number, e.g. 399

down

pqrs

tuv

wxyz

def

wxyz

wxyz

■To select from the Channel List

All DVB-T Channels		Sorting 123...			select channel
6	Cartoon Nwk
7	BBC Radio Wales				watch
8	BBC Radio Cymru
1	BBC ONE Wales

2BBC THREE

3BBCi

4CBBC Channel

■Select a channel using Information banner (p. 19)

•To sort channel names in alphabetical order (red)

•To change the category (blue)

1 Display Information banner if it is not displayed

2 While the banner is displayed, select the channel

■Select a channel using TV Guide (p. 22)

	1 Display TV Guide	2 Select the current
	G	programme or channel
		select
	U
	D
	I
	E
		access

			select channel
			watch
3 Select [View] (DVB mode)
Das Erste						select
19:3020:00						watch
View			Timer Programming

•The postcode entry or update may be required depending on the country you select (p. 13). Follow the on screen instructions.

Note

•To watch pay- “Using Common Interface” (p. 62)

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Other useful functions

Display Information banner

Display Information banner

•Also appears when changing a channel

1

Example : DVB

2

3

5

6

7

4

1

HDTV

Coronation Street

20:35

All DVB-T Channels

ZDF

20:00 - 20:55

Now

Info

Change category

Bad signal

Dolby D+

45

1 Channel position and name

5 Programme Start / Finish time (DVB)

2 Channel type ([Radio], [Data], [HDTV], etc.) /

Channel number, etc. (Analogue)

Encrypted channel (

) /

6 Progress time indicator of the selected programme

TV mode (

,

,

,

)

(DVB)

3 Programme

7 Category

4 Current time

•To change the category (DVB)

select

(blue)

set

Features available / Message meanings

TVWatching

Sound mute On

Teletext service available

Multiple audio and video available

[Bad signal]

[Stereo], [Mono]

Poor TV signal quality

Multiple audio available

Audio mode

[Dolby D+], [Dolby D], [HE-AAC]

1 - 90

Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital or

Multiple video available

Off Timer remaining time

HE-AAC audio track

•For settings

(p. 20)

Subtitle service available

•To confirm another tuned channel

•To watch the channel listed in the

•Information on the next programme

name

banner

(DVB)

•To hide

•Extra information (DVB)

•To set display timeout

EXIT	[Banner Display Timeout] (p. 43)
	(Press again to hide the banner)

Display subtitles

Display / hide subtitles (if available)

STTL	•To change the language for DVB (if available)
	[Preferred Subtitles] (p. 43)

Note

•If you press the STTL button in Analogue mode, it switches to teletext service and calls up a favourite page (p. 25). Press the EXIT button to return to TV mode.

•Subtitles may not be displayed properly in 3D images.

19

TV Watching

Hold

Freeze / unfreeze picture

HOLD

Display the selectable settings for the current status

Check or change the current status instantly

OPTION	•To change					select / change
			select
			access			store
[Multi Video] (DVB mode)				[Dual Audio] (DVB mode)			[Teletext Language] (DVB mode)
Allows you to select from a group of				Allows you to select stereo / monaural			Allows you to select between alternative
multiple videos (if available)				(if available)			language for teletext (if available)
•This setting is not memorized and it				[Sub Channel] (DVB mode)			[MPX] (Analogue mode)
will return to the default setting once
you exit the current programme.				Allows you to select the multifeed			Selects multiplex sound mode (if
				programme - sub channel (if available)			available)
[Multi Audio] (DVB mode)				[Subtitle Language] (DVB mode)			[Sound Menu] (p. 39)
Allows you to select between							[Volume Correction]
alternative language for sound tracks				Allows you to select the language
(if available)				in which subtitles should appear (if			Adjusts volume of individual channel or
•This setting is not memorized and it				available)			input mode
will return to the default setting once				[Teletext Character Set]
you exit the current programme.
				Sets the teletext language font
				[Setup Menu] (p. 43)

Off Timer

Turn the TV to Standby mode automatically after a fixed period

1 Display the menu

MENU

2 Select [Timer]

Main Menu			select
Picture			access
Sound
Timer
Setup
3 Select [Off Timer] and set the time

Timer Programming

Off Timer

Off

Auto Standby

15 minutes

30 minutes

45 minutes

60 minutes

75 minutes

90 minutes

select [Off Timer]	select the time
access	store

•To cancel Set to [Off] or turn the TV off.

•To confirm the remaining time “Display Information banner” (p. 19)

•When the remaining time is within 3 minutes, the remaining time will flash on the screen.

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Aspect

Change the aspect ratio (image size)

ASPECT Enjoy viewing the image at its optimum size and aspect.

Programmes usually contain an “Aspect Control Signal” (Widescreen signal, etc.), and the TV will choose the aspect ratio automatically according to the “Aspect Control Signal” (p. 95).

■If you would like to change the aspect ratio manually

1 Display Aspect Selection list

ASPECT

Aspect Selection

Auto 16:9 14:9 Just 4:3 4:3 Full

Zoom1

Zoom2

Zoom3

Select

ChangeEXIT RETURN

2 While the list is displayed, select the mode

select store

•You can also change the mode only using the ASPECT button.

ASPECT (Press repeatedly until you reach the desired mode)

Aspect Selection list

[Auto]

	The best ratio is chosen and the image expanded to fill the screen.
	For details (p. 95)
[16:9]		[4:3 Full]
	Directly displays the image at 16:9		Displays a 4:3 image enlarged
	without distortion (anamorphic).		horizontally to fit the screen.
			•HD signal only
[14:9]		[Zoom1]
	Displays the image at the standard 14:9		Displays a 16:9 letterbox or 4:3 image
	without distortion.		without distortion.
[Just]		[Zoom2]
	Displays a 4:3 image full-screen.		Displays a 16:9 letterbox (anamorphic)
	Stretching is only noticeable at the left		image full-screen without distortion.
	and right edges.
[4:3]		[Zoom3]
	Displays the image at the standard 4:3		Displays a 2.35:1 letterbox (anamorphic)
	without distortion.		image full-screen without distortion.
			At 16:9, displays the image at its
			maximum (with slight enlargement).

Note

•Aspect is fixed to [16:9] when [Viewing Mode] is set to [Game] in the Picture Menu.

•Aspect cannot be changed in teletext service and 3D mode (except for [2D 3D] mode in [3D Mode Selection] (p. 31)).

•Aspect mode can be memorized separately for SD (Standard definition) and HD (High definition) signals.

Last view

Switch to previously viewed channel or input mode easily

•Press again to return to the present view.

LAST VIEW

Note

•Switching channel is not available while the recording of Timer Programming or Direct TV Recording is in progress.

•Watching less than 10 seconds is not regarded as the previously viewed channel or input mode.

TV Watching

21

Guide TV Using

Using TV Guide

TV Guide - Electronic 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 function varies depending on the country you select (p. 13).

•The postcode entry or update may be required to use the GUIDE Plus+ system depending on the country you select.

“View advertisement” (p. 23)

•DVB-T and Analogue channels are displayed on the same TV Guide screen. [D] means DVB-T channel and [A] means Analogue channel. There will be no programme listings for Analogue channels.

•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 TV Guide is completely shown.

■To return to TV

EXIT

1Select the mode

(p. 18)

TV

2 View TV Guide

U

•

Press again to change the layout ([Landscape] / [Portrait]).

G

D

View [Landscape] to see many channels.

I

E

View [Portrait] to see one channel at a time.

Example :

[Landscape] (Displays by channel)

1

TV Guide: Landscape

Current date and time

Wed 27.10.2010

Wed 27.10.2010

All Types

All Channels

1

2

2

TV Guide date

10:46

1 BBC ONE

20:00 - 20:30 DIY SOS : We open in the Battersbys

3

TV Guide time

Time:

19:30

20:00

20:30

21:00

3

4

D

1

BBC ONE

Das Erste

DIY SOS

The Bill

Red Cap

4

Programme

D

14

E4

Emmerdal.

Coronation Street

The Bill

D

7

BBC THREE

Hot Wars

Holiday Program

5

Panorama

Spring watch

Pepsi Char.

Coast

5

Advertisement

D

72

BBC 2W

D

70

BBC FOUR

10 O’ clock News BBC

Good bye

6

7

D

105

BBCi

I’m A Celebrity

Pop Idol

News

Channel position and

D

105

BBC Radi

Rugby

15 To 1

The Bill

Select channel

Info

Page up 6

name

EXIT

Select programme

GUIDE Change display mode

Page down

7

[D] : DVB-T

Timer Programming

OPTION Select Advert

RETURN

-24 hours

+24 hours

Prog.Type

Category

[A] : Analogue

Example :

[Portrait] (Displays by time)

				TV Guide: Portrait
Wed 27.10.2010			Wed 27.10.2010			All Types			All Channels
10:46			D 1 BBC ONE		D	7 BBC THREE	D 14 E4		D 70 BBC FOUR
		19:30-20:00
				Das Erste
		20:00-20:30		DIY SOS
		20:30-21:00		The Bill
		21:00-22:00		Red Cap
		22:00-23:00		Live junction
		23:00-23:30		POP 100
		23:30-00:00		Rugby
	Select programme					Info
			EXIT						Page up
						GUIDE Change display mode
			Select channel						Page down
Timer Programming						OPTION Select Advert
			RETURN
				+24 hours		Prog.Type			Category

Depending on the country you select, you can select the TV Guide type

[Default Guide] in [Display Settings] (p. 43)

If you select [Channel List], the channel list will appear when the GUIDE button is pressed.

■To watch the programme

1 Select the current programme or 2 Select [View] (DVB mode) channel

select

	Das Erste					select
19:3020:00						watch
access
	View		Timer Programming	•To use Timer Programming (p. 24)

22

■To the previous day (DVB mode)

(red)

■To view a channel list of the selected type

(DVB mode)

(yellow)

(Type list)			select type
Prog.Type
All Types			view

All Types

Movie

News

■To the next day (DVB mode)

(green)

■To view a channel list of the selected category

(blue)
(Category list)								select category
Category
All Channels								view
All Channels
All DVB-T Channels
All Analogue Channels						Only Analogue channels are listed
Free TV
Pay TV
HDTV
Free Radio
Pay Radio
Favourites1						•To list favourite channels (p. 50)
Favourites2
Favourites3
Favourites4

Other useful functions

View details of the programme (DVB mode)

1 Select the programme			2 View details
		select	•Press again to return to TV Guide.

View advertisement

Depending on the country you select, this TV supports the GUIDE Plus+ system in DVB-T or Analogue mode

The postcode entry or update is required. Follow the on screen instructions.

•Also possible to setup manually from the Setup Menu

[Update] / [Postcode] in [GUIDE Plus+ Settings] (p. 44)

•Enter your postcode when using this function for the first time. If you enter an incorrect postcode for your area, or no postcode is entered, advertisements may not be displayed correctly.

Display advertisement information

OPTION •To display the latest advertisement

[Update] in [GUIDE Plus+ Settings] (p. 44)
■To change advertisements	■To return to TV Guide

BACK/ OPTION RETURN

or

Note

•To update the information continuously, the TV must be left in Standby mode.

Guide TV Using

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Guide TV Using

Timer Programming (DVB mode)
Timer Programming is a timer to remind watching or record the programme to the external recorder.
1 Select the forthcoming programme	2 Select the function ([Ext Rec.] or [Reminder])
select		(Timer Programming screen)					select
set	Timer Programming			Wed 27.10.2010 10:46			store
	Function	No.	Channel Name	Date	Start	End
	Ext Rec.	D 12	BBC ONE	Wed 27.10.2010	20:00	20:30
			<TIMER>		(30 min.)
	---	---		--/--	--:--	--:--
					(--- min.)
LED will turn to orange if	---	---		--/--	--:--	--:--
					(--- min.)
Timer Programming is set.	---	---		--/--	--:--	--:--
					(--- min.)
(Orange LED will flash if the recording of	---	---		--/--	--:--	--:--
	Select timer				(--- min.)
Timer Programming is in progress.)	Edit timer	EXIT	0 9			1/1
		RETURN			Page down
				Info		Page up
	Delete
	[Ext Rec.] :
	to record the programme to the external recorder
	When the start time comes, the channel will be switched automatically and the
	video and audio signals will be output. 2 minutes before the starting time, a
	reminder message appears if you are watching TV.
LED	[Reminder] :
	to remind you to watch the programme
	When you are watching TV, a reminder message appears 2 minutes before the
	start time. Press the OK button to switch to the programmed channel.

■To check / change / cancel a timer	■To return to TV Guide
programming event	BACK/
“Timer Programming” (p. 56 - 58)	RETURN

■If you select the current programme

A confirmation screen asking whether you wish to watch or record the programme will appear.

Select [Timer Programming] and set [Ext Rec.] to record from the time you finish the timer programming event setting.

	Das Erste				select
	19:3020:00				access
	View	Timer Programming

Note

•This function is not available in Analogue mode.

•Timer Programming only works reliably if correct time information is received via the signal from the broadcaster or service provider.

•No other channel can be selected while the recording of Timer Programming is in progress.

•When recording programmes to the external recorder, be sure to make the proper settings on the recorder connected to the

TV.

If a compatible recorder with Q-Link, VIERA Link or similar technologies is connected to the TV (p. 85, 86) and the [Link Settings] (p. 40) are completed, no setting of the recorder is required. Also read the manual of the recorder.

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Viewing Teletext

Teletext services are the text information provided by the broadcasters.

The features may vary depending on the broadcasters.

What is FLOF (FASTEXT) mode?

In FLOF 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 TOP mode? (in case of TOP text broadcasting)

TOP is a particular improvement of the standard teletext service that results in an easier search and effective guide.

•Fast overview of the teletext information available

•Easy to use step-by-step selection of the topical subject

•Page status information at the bottom of the screen

Available page up / down		To select among subject blocks	To select next subject within the subject
(red)	(green)	(blue)	block

(After the last subject, it moves to the next subject block.)

(yellow)

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. 26)

■To change mode [Teletext] (p. 43)

1	TEXTSwitch to Teletext					•Displays the index page (content varies
						depending on the broadcasters)
		Sub page number
		<< 01 02 03 04 05 06 07			>>
				17:51 28 Feb		Time / date
				TELETEXT
			INFORMATION
						Colour bar
	Current page number
2	Select the page
		abc	def	up
						or Coloured button
	ghi	jkl	mno	or
	pqrs	tuv	wxyz
				down		(Corresponds to the colour bar)
■To return to TV	■To adjust contrast					As the blue bar is displayed
	MENU
EXIT	(Press three times)
Reveal hidden data						INDEX
Reveal hidden words e.g. quiz page answers					Return to the main index page
MENU	•Press again to rehide.				INDEX
(red)
HOLD						Call up a favourite page
Stop automatic updating					View a favourite page stored
(If you wish to hold the current page without updating)					Call up the page stored on the blue button (List mode).
HOLD •Press again to resume.					STTL •Factory setting is “P103”.

Teletext Viewing

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Teletext Viewing

FULL / TOP / BOTTOM

MENU
	(green)
(TOP)	(BOTTOM)	Normal (FULL)

(Expand the TOP half)

(Expand the BOTTOM half)

View in multi window

Watch TV and Teletext in two windows at once

MENU

Select Picture and text On or Off (Press twice)

•Operations can be made only in teletext screen.

Store frequently viewed pages

Store frequently viewed pages in the colour bar (List mode only)

As page is displayed

(Corresponding

press and hold

coloured button)

The number changes to white.

■To change stored pages

Enter new page number

press and hold

Coloured button you

abc

def

ghi

jkl

mno

want to change

pqrs

tuv

wxyz

View sub page

View sub page (Only when Teletext is more than one page)

•The number of sub pages varies depending on the

Appears at top of the screen

broadcasters (up to 79 pages).

•It may take some time for searching, during which time

■To view specific sub page

you can watch TV.

Enter the 4-digit number

MENU

(blue)

Example : P6

mno

Watch TV while waiting for update

View the TV picture while searching for a teletext page
Teletext automatically updates itself when new information becomes available.
	Changes to TV screen temporarily
MENU	P108	Appears when updating
	(yellow)	is completed

View the updated page

(yellow)

(You cannot change the channel.)

•The news page provides a function that indicates arrival of latest news (“News Flash”).

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Watching External Inputs

Connect the external equipment (VCRs, DVD equipment, etc.) and you can watch through the input.

•To connect the equipment (p. 11, 12, 92 - 94)

The remote control is capable of operating some functions of selected external equipment.

“Operating the equipment with the TV remote control” (p. 28)

1 Turn the TV on

When connecting with SCART as example 2 or 3 (p. 11, 12)

Receives input signals automatically when playback starts

•Input signals are automatically identified by the SCART (pin 8) terminal.

•This function is also available for HDMI connections (p. 92).

If input mode is not switched automatically

Perform 2 and 3

•Check the setup of the equipment.

2	Display the input selection menu
	AV
3	Select the input mode connected to the equipment
	Input Selection		select

	AV1
	AV2	watch
	COMPONENT

HDMI1

HDMI2

HDMI3

HDMI4

TV

SD Card/USB

•You can also select the input using the AV button on the remote control or the side panel of the TV (except [SD Card/USB]).

Press the button repeatedly until the desired input is selected.

•[SD Card/USB] : Switches to Media Player “Using Media Player” (p. 65)

•You can label or skip each input mode (except [SD Card/USB]). “Input Labels” (p. 61) Skipped inputs will not be displayed when the AV button is pressed.

■To return to TV

4 View

TV

AV1

Displays the selected mode

Inputs External Watching

Note

•If the external equipment has an aspect adjustment function, set it to “16:9”.

•For details, see the manual of the equipment or ask your local dealer.

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Inputs External Watching

Operating the equipment with the TV remote control

The equipment connected to the TV can be directly operated with the below buttons of this TV remote control.

					Selection Switch for operating the connected equipment
					Select “DVD/VCR” to operate Panasonic DVD Recorder, DVD Player, Player theatre, Blu-ray Disc
	DVD/VCR TV				theatre or VCR
					“How to change the code for the type of the equipment” (see below)
					Select “TV” to use in Media Player or VIERA Link
					“Media Player” (p. 66)
					“VIERA Link Control” (p. 90)
					Standby
					Set to Standby mode / Turn on
					Play
					Playback videocassette / DVD / video content
					Stop
					Stop the operations
					Rewind / Skip / Search
					VCR :
					Rewind, view the picture rapidly in reverse
					DVD / video content :
					Skip to the previous track, title or chapter
					Press and hold to search backward
					Fast-forward / Skip / Search
					VCR :
					Fast-forward, view the picture rapidly forward
					DVD / video content :
					Skip to the next track, title or chapter
					Press and hold to search forward
					Pause
					Pause / Resume
					DVD : Press and hold to play at slow speed
	PROGRAMME				Channel Up / Down
					Select channel
		REC			Record
					Start recording

How to change the code for the type of the equipment

Each type of the Panasonic equipment has its own remote control code. Please change the code according to the equipment you want to operate.

1 Set the position to “DVD/VCR”

DVD/VCR TV

2 Press and hold	during the following operations
Enter the appropriate code, see		abc	def	Press
table below	ghi	jkl	mno
	pqrs	tuv	wxyz
	Type of the equipment						Code
	DVD Recorder, DVD Player, Blu-ray Disc Player						70 (default)
	Player theatre, Blu-ray Disc theatre						71
			VCR				72

Note

•Confirm if the remote control works correctly after changing the code.

•The codes may be reset to default values if batteries are replaced.

•Some operations may not be possible on some equipment models.

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Viewing 3D images

can enjoy viewing 3D images with contents or programmes corresponding to the 3D effect by wearing the 3D Eyewear.

“Optional accessories” (p. 6)

This TV supports [Frame Sequential] 1, [Side by Side] 2 and [Top and Bottom] 3 3D formats.

1 : The 3D format that the images for the left and right eyes are recorded with the high definition quality and alternately

played back
2, 3 : Other available 3D fo
•How to view the 3D imag	(p. 30)

Caution

To enjoy 3D images safely and comfortably, please read these instructions fully.

Viewing 3D Content	3D Eyewear Use
•Do not use the 3D Eyewear if you have a history of over-	•Pay special attention when children are using the 3D
sensitivity to light, heart problems, or have any other	Eyewear.
existing medical conditions.	3D Eyewear should not be used by children younger than
•Please stop using the 3D Eyewear immediately, if you	about 5 - 6 years old, as a guideline. All children must be
feel tired, are not feeling well or experience any other	fully supervised by parents or guardians who must ensure
uncomfortable sensation.	their safety and health throughout the using 3D Eyewear.
•When you set the effect by using [3D Adjustment], take	•Before using the 3D Eyewear, ensure no breakable objects
into account that the vision of 3D images varies among	surrounding the user to avoid any accidental damage or
different individuals.	injury.
•Take an appropriate break after viewing a 3D movie.	•Remove the 3D Eyewear before moving around to avoid
•Take a break of between 30 - 60 minutes after viewing	falling or accidental injury.
3D content on interactive devices such as 3D games or	•Always store the 3D Eyewear in the case supplied with the
computers.	3D Eyewear when not in use.
•Be careful not to strike the TV screen or other people	•Use the 3D Eyewear only for the intended purpose and
unintentionally. When using the 3D Eyewear the distance	nothing else.
between the user and screen can be misjudged.	•Do not use 3D Eyewear in the condition of high
•The 3D Eyewear must only be worn when viewing 3D	temperature.
content.	•Do not use if the 3D Eyewear is physically damaged.
•If you do not look toward the TV screen for a while when	•Do not use any devices that emit the infrared signals near
viewing 3D images, the 3D Eyewear may be turned off	the 3D Eyewear, as this may cause the 3D Eyewear false
automatically.	operations.
•If you suffer from any eyesight problems (short /	•Do not use devices (such as mobile phones or personal
far-sighted, astigmatism, eyesight differences in left and	transceivers) that emit strong electromagnetic waves
right), please ensure to correct your vision before using the	near the 3D Eyewear as this may cause the 3D Eyewear to
3D Eyewear.	malfunction.
•Stop using the 3D Eyewear if you can clearly see double	•Do not expose the infra-red receiver section to bright light
images when viewing 3D content.	such as direct sunshine and fluorescent light. The 3D image
•Do not use the 3D Eyewear at a distance less than the	may not be displayed correctly.
recommended distance.	•Stop using the 3D Eyewear immediately if a malfunction or
The recommended viewing distance is at least 3 times of	fault occurs.
image height.	•Stop using the 3D Eyewear immediately if you experience
TX-P42ST32Y : 1.6 m or more	any redness, pain, or skin irritation around the nose or
TX-P46ST32Y : 1.7 m or more	temples.
TX-P50ST32Y : 1.9 m or more	•In rare cases, the materials used in the 3D Eyewear may
When the top and bottom area of the screen is blackened,	cause an allergic reaction.
such as movies, view the screen at a distance at least 3
times further than the height of the actual image. (That
makes the distance closer than above recommended
figure.)

images 3D Viewing

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images 3D Viewing

To view the 3D images

You can enjoy the 3D images in a variety of ways.

(Frame Sequential, Side by Side and Top and Bottom are the supported 3D format.)

■Playing back 3D-compatible Blu-ray disc (Frame Sequential format)

•Connect the 3D-compatible player via a fully wired HDMI compliant cable.

•If input mode is not switched automatically, select the input mode connected to the player. (p. 27)

•If you use the non 3D-compatible player, the images will be displayed on 2D mode.

■3D-supported broadcast

•Please consult the suppliers of contents or programmes for availability of this service.

■3D photos and 3D videos taken by 3D-compatible Panasonic products

•Available in Media Player (p. 67 - 69, 72)

■2D images converted to 3D

Set to [2D3D] mode in [3D Mode Selection] (p. 31)

1	Turn the 3D Eyewear on
2	Put on the 3D Eyewear

3Watch the 3D images

•Safety precautions will be displayed when you first watch the 3D image. Select [Yes] or [No] to continue to view 3D images.

If you select [Yes], this message will be displayed again in the same condition after Mains power On / Off switch is next turned On. Select [No] if you do not wish to display this message again.

Example :

Safety Precautions

To enjoy 3D images safely and comfortably, please read the Operating Instructions fully.

Please stop using the 3D Eyewear immediately, if you feel tired, are not feeling well or experience any other uncomfortable sensation.

Always put the 3D Eyewear in the case provided after use.

Would you like to display this message again later?

Yes No

4 Turn off the 3D Eyewear after using it

Note

•3D Eyewear is not included. Please purchase as necessary. (p. 6)

•For more detail about using and wearing the 3D Eyewear, please refer to the manual of the 3D Eyewear.

•The 3D image or 3D effect may not be available while VIERA Connect home screen (p. 82) is displayed or Ext Rec. of Timer Programming (p. 56) / Direct TV Recording (p. 85, 87) is in progress. As for the contents of the Frame Sequential format and Side by Side (Full), no images will be displayed in these conditions.

•If the room is lit by fluorescent lights / dimmers (50 Hz) and light appears to flicker when using the 3D Eyewear, switch off the fluorescent light or set [3D Refresh Rate] to [100Hz] (p. 37).

•3D content will not be correctly visible if the 3D Eyewear is worn upside down or back-to-front.

•Do not wear the 3D Eyewear when watching anything other than 3D images. Liquid crystal displays (such as computer screens, digital clocks or calculators, etc.) may be difficult to see while wearing the 3D Eyewear.

•Do not use the 3D Eyewear as sunglasses.

•3D effects may be perceived differently depending on the person.

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