Panasonic TX-P55VT50B, TX-P65VT50B, TX-P50VT50B User Manual

Operating Instructions

Plasma Television

Model No.

TX-P50VT50B TX-P55VT50B TX-P65VT50B

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.

English

UK and Ireland model

TQB0E2264

Features

Smart VIERA

Digital smart life to create new and exciting TV experiences (Networking / Easy Operation / Picture Quality / Eco / Design).

3D technology

You can enjoy viewing 3D images on this TV by wearing the 3D Eyewear.

VIERA Touch Pad Controller

VIERA Touch Pad Controller is designed to operate the TV conveniently and intuitively, especially on VIERA Connect or internet contents.

freesat HD tuner built-in

This TV has a built-in freesat HD tuner. freesat is a free digital TV service which broadcasts via satellite so you can receive TV, radio, interactive TV, and HD TV with crystal clear reception.

DVB-T2 tuner built-in

DVB-T2 is an advanced digital terrestrial system for more efficient transmission. Available DVB-T2 broadcasts will be tuned automatically when you perform DVB Auto Setup.

Wireless connection

This TV can be connected to the network with the builtin wireless LAN. Also can be connected to the specific devices supporting Bluetooth wireless technology (3D Eyewear, VIERA Touch Pad Controller, Keyboard, Audio devices).

Using USB devices

Enjoy recording and playback the digital TV programmes to the USB HDD. (p. 74, 84) Enjoy the photo, video and music in the USB Flash Memory on Media Player. (p. 78) USB keyboard, gamepad, etc. are available. (p. 112)

Timer Programming (p. 28, 64)

Timer Programming enables you to use functions such as programme reminder and programme recording to the external recorder or SD Card / formatted USB HDD.

SDXC Card

This TV supports SDXC Card. SDXC is the latest standard of SD Card and a higher storage capacity card.

DLNA

DLNA is a standard that makes digital electronics easier and more convenient to use on a home network. (p. 94)

VIERA Connect - Enjoy great web entertainment

(p. 21, 89)

VIERA Connect allows you to access some specific websites supported by Panasonic, and enjoy internet contents such as videos, games, EPG, communication tools, etc. from VIERA Connect home screen.

Link up and control the connected equipment with “Q-Link” and “VIERA Link” (p. 97)

Q-Link and VIERA Link provide easy recording and playback, creation of a home theatre without complicated settings, etc.

VIERA TOOLS - Display special feature icons for easy accessibility (p. 43)

Special features (such as VIERA Link and Media Player) can be accessed easily by using the VIERA TOOLS button.

Dolby Digital Plus / Dolby Pulse decoders

It is possible to decode Dolby Digital Plus / Dolby Pulse multi-channel audio tracks and output as Dolby Digital Bitstream (multi-channel sound signal) from DIGITAL AUDIO OUT / HDMI2 (ARC function) terminals.

Owner ID (p. 68)

Owner ID is an anti-theft function. Entering the PIN number and owner’s personal information will help the Police to determine the owner in the case of theft.

Voice Guidance (p. 24, 48)

Voice Guidance narrates the operation of the basic features (EPG, on-screen messages, etc.) to assist visually-impaired users.

Supports Audio Description signal (p. 24, 48)

Audio Description (when broadcast) adds an additional soundtrack to describe events on screen (narration) and aids understanding and enjoyment, particularly for visually-impaired users.

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 08456 50 50 50 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. Analogue channels are permanently turned off, it will not be possible to recover them.

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To retune your TV [Auto Setup] in [DVB Tuning Menu]-DVB mode (p. 57) 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.)

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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.

Notice for DVB / Data broadcasting / IPTV functions

This TV is designed to meet the standards (as of August, 2011) of digital services.

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

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The compatibility with future services is not guaranteed.

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Check the latest information on the available services at the following website.

http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/tv/

Do not display any still part of the image for a long period

In such cases the still part of the image remains dimly on the plasma screen (“image retention”). This is not considered a malfunction and is not covered by the warranty.

Typical still image parts:

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Channel number, channel logo and other logos

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Still or moving pictures viewed in 4:3 or 14:9 aspect ratio

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Video games

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Images from PC

To avoid image retention, the contrast is lowered automatically and the screen becomes dim after a few minutes if no signals are sent or no operations are performed. (p. 116)

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.

The recording and playback of content on this or any other device may require permission from the owner of the copyright or other such rights in that content. Panasonic has no authority to and does not grant you that permission and explicitly disclaims any right, ability or intention to obtain such permission on your behalf. It is your responsibility to ensure that your use of this or any other device complies with applicable copyright legislation in your country. Please refer to that legislation for more information on the relevant laws and regulations involved or contact the owner of the rights in the content you wish to record or playback.

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 subsidiaries and related affiliates are not in any way liable for the accuracy or availability of the program schedule information or other data in the Rovi Guide system and cannot guarantee service availability in your area. In no event shall Rovi Corporation and/or its related affiliates be liable for any damages in connection with the accuracy or availability of the program schedule information or other data in the Rovi Guide system.

Contents

Be Sure to Read

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

Quick Start Guide

Accessories / Options ···········································7 Identifying Controls ············································· 11 Basic Connection················································ 14 Auto Setup ··························································17

Enjoy your TV!

Basic

Using “VIERA Connect” ······································21 Watching TV ·······················································22 Using TV Guide ··················································26 Viewing Teletext ·················································· 31 Watching External Inputs ····································34 Viewing 3D images ·············································36 How to Use VIERA TOOLS ································43 How to Use Menu Functions ······························44

Advanced

Retuning from Setup Menu································· 56 Tuning and Editing Channels ·····························58 Timer Programming ············································64 Child Lock ···························································66 Shipping Condition ·············································67 Owner ID ····························································68 Using Common Interface ····································69 Updating the TV Software ··································70 Multi Window ······················································71 Advanced Picture Settings ·································72 USB HDD / SD Card Recording ·························74 Using Media Player ············································78 Using Network Services

(DLNA / VIERA Connect / freesat) ······················88 Link Functions (Q-Link / VIERA Link) ·················97 External Equipment ··········································105

“Full HD 3D Glasses™” Logo indicates compatibility between TV products and 3D Eyewear which are compliant with the “Full HD 3D Glasses™” format, and does not indicate picture quality of TV products.

Others

Technical Information········································107 FAQs································································· 116 On-screen messages ······································· 119 Glossary ···························································121 Maintenance ····················································· 122 Licence ····························································· 122 Index ································································· 124 Specifications ···················································125

Safety Precautions

Warning

Safety Precautions

■ Mains plug and lead

To help avoid risk of electrical shock, fire, damage or injury, please follow the warnings below:

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

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Insert the mains plug fully into the socket outlet.

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Ensure that the mains plug is easily accessible.

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Remove the mains plug when cleaning the TV.

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Do not touch the mains plug with a wet hand.

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Do not damage the mains lead.

Do not place a heavy object on

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the lead.

Do not place the lead near a high

•

temperature object.

Do not pull on the lead.

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Hold onto the mains plug body when disconnecting the plug.

Do not move the TV with the lead plugged into a socket outlet.

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Do not twist the lead, bend it excessively or stretch it.

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Do not use a damaged mains plug or socket outlet.

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Ensure the TV does not crush the mains lead.

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Do not use any mains lead other than that provided with this TV.

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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

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connection.

If you detect anything unusual, immediately switch off the mains supply switch and remove the mains plug.

AC 220-240 V 50 / 60 Hz

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 or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse. 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 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.

Warning

■ Take care

To help avoid risk of electrical shock, fire, damage or injury, please follow the warnings below:

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Do not remove covers and never modify the TV yourself as live parts are accessible when they are removed. There are no user serviceable parts inside.

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Do not expose the 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.

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Do not expose 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.

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

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Do not insert foreign objects into the TV through the air vents.

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Do not use an unapproved pedestal / mounting equipment. Be sure to ask your local Panasonic dealer to perform the setup or installation of approved wall-hanging brackets.

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Do not apply strong force or impact to the display panel.

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

■ Small object

This product contains possibly dangerous parts that can be breathed in or swallowed by young children accidentally.

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Keep the dangerous parts out of reach of young children.

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Do not allow children to handle SD Card. As with any small object, the SD Card could be swallowed by young children. Please remove SD Card immediately after use and store out of reach of young children.

■ Radio waves

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Do not use the TV, 3D Eyewear and VIERA Touch Pad Controller in any medical institutions or locations with medical equipment. Radio waves from the TV, 3D Eyewear and VIERA Touch Pad Controller may interfere with the medical equipment and cause accidents due to the malfunction.

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Do not use the TV, 3D Eyewear and VIERA Touch Pad Controller near any automatic control equipment such as automatic doors or fire alarms. Radio waves from the TV, 3D Eyewear and VIERA Touch Pad Controller may interfere with the automatic control equipment and cause accidents due to the malfunction.

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Keep the distance at least 22 cm from the built-in wireless LAN part, 3D Eyewear and VIERA Touch Pad Controller when you have a cardiac pacemaker. Radio waves from the part may interfere with the operation of the pacemaker.

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Do not disassemble or alter the built-in wireless LAN, 3D Eyewear and VIERA Touch Pad Controller in any way.

Safety Precautions

Caution

■ Ventilation

Allow sufficient space around the TV in order to help prevent excessive heat, which could lead to early failure of some electronic components.

Safety Precautions

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Ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items such as newspapers, tablecloths and curtains.

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Whether you are using the pedestal or not, always ensure the vents in the bottom of the TV are not blocked and there is sufficient space to enable adequate ventilation.

■ Moving the TV

Before moving the TV, disconnect all cables.

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The TV is heavy. Move the TV with at least two people. Support as shown to avoid injury by the TV tipping or falling.

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Transport only in upright position. Transporting the TV with its display panel facing upward or downward may cause damage to the internal circuitry.

Minimum distance

■ When not in use for a long time

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.

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Remove the mains plug from the wall socket when the TV is not in use for a prolonged period of time.

■ Excessive volume

Do not expose your ears to excessive volume from the headphones. Irreversible damage can be caused.

■ Built-in wireless LAN

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To use the built-in wireless LAN, an access point needs to be obtained.

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Do not use the built-in wireless LAN to connect to any wireless network (SSID∗) for which you do not have usage rights. Such networks may be listed as a result of searches. However, using them may be regarded as illegal access.

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SSID is a name for identifying a particular wireless network for transmission.

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Do not subject the built-in wireless LAN to high temperatures, direct sunlight or moisture.

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Data transmitted and received over radio waves may be intercepted and monitored.

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The built-in wireless LAN uses 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz frequency bands. To avoid malfunctions or slow response caused by radio wave interference, keep the TV away from the devices such as other wireless LAN devices, microwaves, mobile phones and the devices that use 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz signals when using the built-in wireless LAN.

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When noises occur due to the static electricity, etc., the TV might stop operating for the protection of the devices. In this case, turn the TV off with Mains power On / Off switch, then turn it on again.

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Additional information for built-in wireless LAN and access point may be on the following website.

http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/tv/

(cm)

Bluetooth® wireless technology

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The TV, 3D Eyewear and VIERA Touch Pad Controller use the 2.4 GHz radio frequency ISM band (Bluetooth®). To avoid malfunctions or slow response caused by radio wave interference, keep the TV, 3D Eyewear and VIERA Touch Pad Controller away from the devices such as other wireless LAN devices, other Bluetooth devices, microwaves, mobile phones and the devices that use 2.4 GHz signal.

Accessories / Options

Standard accessories

Remote Control

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N2QAYB000715

VIERA Touch Pad Controller

(p. 8, 12)

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N2QBYB000015

Pedestal (p. 9)

(TX-P50VT50B) (TX-P55VT50B, TX-P65VT50B)

Quick Start Guide

Mains lead (p. 14)

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K2CT3YY00058

Ferrite core (2)

(Large size)

(p. 16)

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J0KG00000146

Use the Ferrite cores to comply with the EMC standard.

Terminal adaptors

AV1 (SCART) adaptor

(p. 15)

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K1HY20YY0011

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

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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.

Batteries (4) (p. 8)

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Ferrite core

(Middle size)

(p. 105)

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J0KG00000036

AV2 (COMPONENT / VIDEO) adaptor

(p. 105)

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K2KYYYY00206

3D Eyewear (2) (p. 37)

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Ferrite core

(Small size)

(p. 106)

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N5ZZ00000257

J0KG00000011

Clamper (p. 16)

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TMME289

Operating Instructions

Production Registration Leaflet

Accessories / Options

Optional accessories

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

3D Eyewear

(Rechargeable type)

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TY-ER3D4ME

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TY-ER3D4SE

Communication Camera

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TY-CC20W

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If you need 3D Eyewear additionally, please purchase this optional accessory.

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Use Panasonic 3D Eyewear supporting Bluetooth wireless technology.

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For more information: http://panasonic.net/avc/viera/3d/eu.html

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This camera can be used on VIERA Connect (p. 21, 89).

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

Wall-hanging bracket

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TY-WK4P1RW (TX-P50VT50B)

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TY-WK5P1RW (TX-P55VT50B)

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TY-WK6P1RW (TX-P65VT50B)

a: 400 mm b: 300 mm

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Tilting angle for this TV: 0 (vertical) to 10 degrees

Quick Start Guide

Rear of the TV

Holes for wall-hanging

Accessories / Options

bracket installation

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Tilting angle for this TV: 0 (vertical) to 20 degrees

Depth of screw:

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TX-P50VT50B, TX-P55VT50B

minimum 10 mm, maximum 16 mm

Diametre: M8

Screw for fixing the TV onto the wall-hanging bracket (not supplied with the TV)

(View from the side)

a: 500 mm b: 300 mm

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Tilting angle for this TV : 0 (vertical) to 10 degrees

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TX-P65VT50B

minimum 17 mm, maximum 23 mm

a: 684 mm b: 300 mm

Warning

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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.

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

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Handle the TV carefully during installation since subjecting it to impact or other forces may cause product damage.

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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.

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

Installing / removing batteries

Caution

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Incorrect installation may cause battery leakage and corrosion, resulting in damage to the remote control / touch pad controller.

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Do not mix old and new batteries.

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Do not mix different battery types (such as alkaline and manganese batteries).

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Do not use rechargeable (Ni-Cd) batteries.

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Do not burn or break up batteries. Batteries must not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.

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Do not disassemble or modify the remote control / touch pad controller.

■ Remote Control

Pull open

Hook

■ VIERA Touch Pad Controller

Slide open

Note the correct

polarity (+ or -)

Note the correct polarity (+ or -)

Attaching / removing the pedestal

)

Warning

Do not disassemble or modify the pedestal.

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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.

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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.

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If you use the pedestal while it is physically damaged, personal injury may result. Contact your local Panasonic dealer immediately.

During set-up, make sure that all screws are securely tightened.

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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.

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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.

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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. 10)

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

Quick Start Guide

Accessories / Options

Assembly screw

(black)

(5) (TX-P50VT50B) (1)

TX-P55VT50B

(

TX-P65VT50B

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XYN4+F10FNK

M4 × 10

Neck

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TXFBL5Z0084 (TX-P50VT50B)

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TXFBL5Z0087

TX-P55VT50B

(

TX-P65VT50B

■ Assembling the pedestal

Insert the tabs of the neck into the base

firmly

Tabs (bottom)

Assembly screw

(silver)

(7) (TX-P50VT50B) (12)

TX-P55VT50B

(

TX-P65VT50B

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XYN5+F16FN

M5 × 16

Cover

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TXFBL5Z0092 (TX-P50VT50B)

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TXFBL5Z0057

TX-P55VT50B

(

TX-P65VT50B

Turn the base over and fix the neck securely

with assembly screws

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Do not hold the neck when turning over the base.

Bracket

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TBL5ZA3254 (TX-P50VT50B)

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TBL5ZA3200

Base

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TBL5ZX0243 (TX-P50VT50B)

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TBL5ZX0327 (TX-P55VT50B)

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TBL5ZX0426 (TX-P65VT50B)

(3) (TX-P50VT50B) (4) (TX-P55VT50B, TX-P65VT50B)

TX-P55VT50B

(

TX-P65VT50B

TX-P50VT50B

Screw hole

Back of the base

TX-P55VT50B TX-P65VT50B

Attach the bracket to the tabs of the neck

and fix with assembly screws

Quick Start Guide

Tabs (top)

Attach the cover and fix securely with assembly

screw

■ Securing the TV

Use the assembly screws (TX-P50VT50B) / (TX-P55VT50B, TX-P65VT50B) to fasten securely.

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

Accessories / Options

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Carry out the work on a horizontal and level surface.

Arrow mark

(TX-P50VT50B) / (TX-P55VT50B, TX-P65VT50B)

Hole for pedestal installation

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 2 Pull out the pedestal from the TV. 3 Remove the assembly screw from the cover. 4 Remove the assembly screws from the bracket.

5 Remove the assembly screws from the back of the base and pull out the neck.

Adjusting the panel to your desired angle (TX-P50VT50B)

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Do not place any objects within the full rotation range.

(TX-P50VT50B) / (TX-P55VT50B, TX-P65VT50B) from the TV.

10°

(View from the top)

10°

Identifying Controls

Remote Control

10 11

Standby On / Off switch

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Switches TV on or off standby.

3D button (p. 40)

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Switches the viewing mode between 2D and 3D.

[Main Menu] (p. 44)

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Press to access Picture, Sound, Network, Timer and Setup Menus.

Information (p. 23)

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Displays channel and programme information.

VIERA TOOLS (p. 43)

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Displays some special feature icons and accesses easily.

INTERNET ([VIERA Connect]) (p. 21, 89)

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Displays VIERA Connect home screen.

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Confirms selections and choices.

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Press after selecting channel positions to quickly change channel.

21 22

[Option Menu] (p. 24)

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Easy optional setting for viewing, sound, etc.

Coloured buttons

(red-green-yellow-blue)

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

Sound Mute

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Switches sound mute on or off.

Teletext (p. 31)

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Switches to teletext mode.

Volume Up / Down

Numeric buttons

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Changes channel and teletext pages.

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Sets characters.

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When in Standby mode, switches TV on (press for about 1 second).

Surround (p. 47)

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Switches surround sound setting.

Light

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Lights the buttons for about 5 seconds (except the buttons “25”).

Input mode selection

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TV - switches freesat / DVB / Analogue / Other Sat. / Satellite mode. (p. 22)

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AV - switches to AV input mode from Input Selection list. (p. 34)

Exit

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Returns to the normal viewing screen.

TV Guide (p. 26)

Cursor buttons

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Makes selections and adjustments.

Return

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Returns to the previous menu / page.

Aspect (p. 25)

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Changes aspect ratio.

Subtitles (p. 25)

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Displays subtitles.

Channel Up / Down

Last view (p. 23)

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Switches to previously viewed channel or input mode.

Operations for contents, connected equipment,

etc. (p. 35, 77, 79, 94, 103)

Quick Start Guide

Identifying Controls

VIERA Touch Pad Controller

This touch pad controller is designed for the convenient operations, especially, on VIERA Connect or internet contents. You can operate the TV intuitively with this controller.

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The touch pad controller can be used by registering to this TV with Bluetooth wireless technology. Setup screen to register will appear in “Auto Setup” for first using the TV. (p. 20)

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After registering, you can operate the TV without pointing this controller at the TV (except Standby On / Off switch).

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To use Standby On / Off switch, point the controller directly at the TV's remote control signal receiver (p. 13) because it works with the infrared. (You can operate the switch without registration.)

Standby On / Off switch

Quick Start Guide

∗

Identifying Controls

∗

The behaviour may vary depending on the mode or content.

∗

●

Same function of the remote control button 1 (p. 11).

Touch pad (see below)

3 4

Exit

●

Same function of the remote control button 17 (p. 11).

VIERA TOOLS / On-screen remote control

●

VIERA TOOLS: Same function of the remote control button 5 (p. 11).

●

On-screen remote control: Press and hold to display the remote control GUI (Graphical User Interface). Press again to move the position of GUI. (To change the page of GUI, slide your finger to the left / right on the touch pad.)

Volume Up / Down

●

Same function of the remote control button 12 (p. 11).

[Option Menu]

Return

●

Same function of the remote control button 20 (p. 11).

Channel Up / Down

●

Same function of the remote control button 23 (p. 11).

INTERNET ([VIERA Connect])

●

Same function of the remote control button 6 (p. 11).

■ Touch Pad

●

Tap the centre of the pad for “OK”.

●

Slide your finger to move the cursor (on internet contents or [Cursor Settings] in [VIERA Touch Pad Controller] (p. 49)), select the item, adjust levels, etc.

●

Trace the fringe to scroll.

Note

●

It is recommended to hold the touch pad controller with your hand when using.

●

The battery power will be used whenever you use the touch pad controller (including the touch of the touch pad) even if not operating the TV. It may decrease the battery life.

Indicator / Control panel

5 6 7

Rear side of the TV

Function select

●

[Volume] / [Contrast] / [Brightness] / [Colour] / [Sharpness] / [Tint] (NTSC signal) / [Bass]∗ / [Treble]∗ / [Balance] / [Auto Setup] (p. 56, 57) ∗ [Music] or [Speech] mode in the Sound Menu

Channel Up / Down, Value change (when using the

F button), Switching the TV on (press either button for about 1 second when in Standby mode)

Changes the input mode

Mains 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.

When pressing the control panel button (1 - 4), the control panel guide appears on the right side of the screen for 3 seconds to highlight the pressed button.

Remote control signal receiver

●

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

C.A.T.S. (Contrast Automatic Tracking System)

sensor

●

Senses brightness to adjust picture quality when [C.A.T.S.] in the Picture Menu is set to [On].

(p. 45)

Power and Timer LED

Red: Standby Green: On Orange: Timer Programming On Orange (flash):

Recording of Timer Programming, Direct TV Recording or One Touch Recording in progress

Red with orange flash:

Standby with Timer Programming On, Direct TV Recording or One Touch Recording

●

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

Quick Start Guide

Identifying Controls

Using the On Screen Displays - Operation guide

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: [Owner ID]

Owner ID

Please enter new PIN

EXIT

* * * *

PIN entry

PIN entr

Operation guide

■ How to use remote control

Auto power standby function

The TV will automatically go into 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. 24)

•

No operation is performed for the period selected in [Auto Standby] (p. 48).

•

●

This function does not affect the recording of Timer Programming, Direct TV Recording and One Touch Recording.

Open the main menu

Move the cursor / select from a range of options / select the menu item (up and down only) / adjust levels (left and right only)

Access the menu / store settings after adjustments have been made or options have been set

Return to the previous menu

Exit the menu system and return to the normal viewing screen

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. There are some restrictions on placement for viewing 3D images. For details (p. 36)

Terminals

CI slot (p. 69)

Quick Start Guide

Basic Connection

6 8 7 9

Connections

Mains lead, satellite dish and aerial

10 12 11

■ freesat, Other Sat. / Satellite

SD Card slot (p. 74, 78)

Headphone jack (p. 106)

USB 1 - 3 port (p. 74, 78, 105)

HDMI1 - 4 (p. 15, 106)

ETHERNET (p. 16)

Satellite terminal (see below)

Terrestrial terminal (see below)

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (p. 105)

AV1 (SCART) (p. 15)

SERVICE PORT

This terminal is for special applications used by authorized service dealers.

AV2 (COMPONENT / VIDEO)

(p. 105)

Satellite dish

Satellite cable

■ DVB, Analogue

Mains lead

Aerial input terminal

RF cable

■ Mains lead

AC 220-240 V 50 / 60 Hz

Make sure that

Push until both side tabs click

the mains lead is securely fixed.

Note

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

●

Also please consult the received satellite broadcasting companies for details.

●

The freesat channel uses Astra2 at 28.2° East and Eurobird1 at 28.5° East satellites. To ensure your satellite dish is correctly installed please consult your freesat registered dealer.

To remove from the TV:

Press both tabs and pull on mains connector to release

Terrestrial aerial

tabs

AV devices

■ Player / 3D compatible player

Player / 3D-compatible player

■ DVD Recorder / VCR

AV1 (SCART)

Aerial input terminal

■ DVD Recorder / VCR and Cable

AV1 (SCART)

Aerial input terminal

HDMI cable

adaptor

RF cable

HDMI cable

adaptor

∗

SCART cable

DVD Recorder / VCR

Cable TV box

SCART cable

Quick Start Guide

Terrestrial aerial

Basic Connection

RF cable

Cable

Terrestrial aerial

RF Cable

RF cable

DVD Recorder / VCR

∗

Supplied with this TV

Note

●

Connect to the TV’s AV1 for a DVD Recorder / VCR supporting Q-Link (p. 99).

●

Q-Link and VIERA Link connection (p. 97, 98)

●

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.

●

When using a SCART or HDMI cable, use the fully wired one.

●

Check the type of terminals and cable plugs are correct when connecting.

Network

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.

●

Prepare the internet environment for wired connection or wireless connection.

●

Setup of the network connection will start after the tuning (when first using the TV). (p. 18, 19)

■ Wired connection

Quick Start Guide

LAN cable (Unshielded)

●

Use the Unshielded Twist Pair (UTP) LAN cable.

∗

Less than 10 cm

Internet environment

Basic Connection

Ferrite core - Large size (supplied)

Installing the Ferrite core

Pull back the tabs (in two places)

■ Wireless connection

Access point

Built-in wireless LAN

Using clamper

●

Do not bundle the Satellite cable, RF cable and mains lead together (could cause distorted image).

●

Fix cables with clampers as necessary.

●

When using the optional accessory, follow the option’s assembly manual to fix cables.

Wind the cable twice Close

Internet environment

■ Clamper (Standard accessory)

Attach the clamper Bundle the cables

Insert the clamper in a hole

To remove from the TV: To loosen:

snaps

Keep pushing both side snaps

hole

hooks

knob

Set the tip in the hooks

Keep pushing the knob

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. 14 - 16) 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.

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.

Select your country

Country Selection

United Kingdom Ireland

Example:

freesat Auto Setup

Searching

Signal Quality Signal Strength TV Channels Found Radio Channels Found Data Channels Found

Channels found, creating channel list

Auto Setup - DVB and Analogue

DVB Scan Analogue Scan This will take about 6 minutes.

CH Channel Name Type

CBBC Channel

BBC Radio Wales

62 62 10Cartoon Nwk 29 33 -BBC1

Free TV: 8 Pay TV: 0 Radio: 0 Data: 0 Analogue: 2

0 0

8 2 1

CH 21 68 CH 21 68

Searching

Free TV Free TV Free TV Free TV Analogue Analogue

Quality

10 10 10

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

●

Actual number of channels may differ due to channel duplication.

Sending Preset Data

Please wait!

0% 100%

Remote control unavailable

10 10

If Q-Link or similar technology (p. 99) compatible recorder with analogue tuner is connected, analogue channel setting is automatically downloaded to the recorder. (Digital channel setting is not

select

set

Example:

Search Mode

Free Channels All Channels

select

start

Satellite Auto Setup

Satellite Progress This will take up to 5 minutes.

Satellite Auto Setup

Satellite Progress This will take up to 30 minutes.

No. Channel Name Type

ETV

BBC TES 2

BBC TES 3

9100BBC FOUR 10 100CBBC Channel 11 100CBeebies

Free TV: 11 Pay TV: 0 Radio: 0

Auto Setup - DVB and Analogue

DVB Scan Analogue Scan This will take about 6 minutes.

CH Channel Name Type

CBBC Channel

BBC Radio Wales

62 62 100Cartoon Nwk

CH29 CH33 -BBC1

Free TV: 8 Pay TV: 0 Radio: 0 Analogue: 2

Checking Satellite

0% 100%

Astra1

0% 100%

Searching

CH 5 69 CH 1 99 41H: 21

Searching

downloaded.)

●

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

“Q-Link Download” (p. 49)

Enter your postcode

●

Enter Postcode for local channels including space

Postcode

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T

U V W X Y Z 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

.!:#2abc3def

ghi5jkl6mno

pqrs8tuv9wxyz

Your postcode is required to receive local services and sort the channel order. Please ensure to include a space when entering your postcode.

●

If you skip this step, the default postcode (central London) will be set.

■ How to enter the postcode

Set characters Exit to go to next step

select

set

(green)

●

You can set characters by using numeric buttons. “Characters table for

numeric buttons” (p. 114)

Free TV Free TV Free TV Free TV Free TV Free TV

Free TV Free TV Free TV Free TV Analogue Analogue

Quality

100 100 100

Quality

100 100 100

Quick Start Guide

Auto Setup

●

Region selection screen may appear.

Channel Sorting by Region

GBR> Best signal quality (All Regions)

England Regions>

(select repeatedly until you reach the available region)

Setup the network connection

Setup the network connection to enable the network service functions such as VIERA Connect, etc. (p. 21, 89).

●

Quick Start Guide

Please note that this TV does not support wireless public access points.

●

Ensure the network connections (p. 16) and network environment are completed before starting setup.

Select the network type

Network Setup

Select Wired or Wireless

Auto Setup

■ [Wired]

1. Select [Auto]

Acquire IP Address

2. Go to the next step

■ [Wireless]

Access points found automatically are listed.

1. Select your desired access point

Available Wireless Networks

No. Network Name(SSID) Status Wireless type

1 2 3

●

To search access points again

2. Access the encryption key input mode

Encryption Key Setting

Connection will be made with the following settings: Network Name(SSID) : Access Point A Security type : WPA-PSK Encryption type : TKIP

Please input the encryption key.

Encryption key

Wired Wireless Set later

Auto Manual

select

access

(Press twice)

Access Point A Access Point B Access Point C

11n(2.4GHz) 11n(5GHz) 11n(5GHz)

(blue)

select region

access

[Wired] “Wired connection” (p. 16) [Wireless] “Wireless connection” (p. 16)

●

select

access

Connection Test

Check network cable connection. Check acquired IP address. Check for devices using same IP address. Check gateway connection. Check server connection for VIERA Connect.

To setup later on or skip this step

Select [Set later] or

Automatically setup is done and the test of the network connection starts.

●

To set manually, select [Manual] and set each item. For details (p. 91)

●

select

access

: Encrypted access point

●

For the information of the highlighted

For [WPS(Push button)] (p. 19)

access point

●

If the selected access point is not encrypted, the confirmation screen will be displayed. It is recommended to select the encrypted access point.

: succeeded

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

: failed

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

(red)

●

To set manually (p. 93)

(yellow)

3. Enter the encryption key of the access point

Wireless Network Settings

Encryption key

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T

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

u v w x y z ( ) + - . * _ @ / “ ‘ % & ?

, ; = $ [ ] ~ < > { } | ` ^ \

.!:#2abc3def

ghi5jkl6mno

pqrs8tuv9wxyz

Set characters

select

set

●

You can set characters by using numeric buttons. “Characters table for numeric buttons” (p. 114)

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

Connection Test

Check wireless network connection. Check acquired IP address. Check for devices using same IP address. Check gateway connection. Check server connection for VIERA Connect.

: succeeded

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

: failed

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

●

To set manually, select [Manual] and set each item. For details (p. 91)

5. Go to the next step

(Press twice)

[WPS(Push button)]

1. Press the WPS button on the access point until the light flashes

2. Connect the TV with the access point

WPS(Push button)

1) Please press the ‘WPS’ button on the access point until its light flashes.

2) When the light is flashing select ‘Connect’ on TV.

If you are unsure, please check the instruction manual of the access point.

Connect

●

Ensure that your access point supports WPS for this setup.

●

WPS: Wi-Fi Protected Setup™

●

If the connection has failed, check the settings and positions of your access point. And then, follow the on-screen instructions.

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

Connection Test

Check wireless network connection. Check acquired IP address. Check for devices using same IP address. Check gateway connection. Check server connection for VIERA Connect.

4. Go to the next step

(Press twice)

Input Owner ID

Owner ID

Please enter new PIN

●

Make a note of the PIN number in case you forget it. The PIN number cannot be reset.

●

You can input or change the Owner ID later.

* * * *

Please enter your own choice of PIN number, name, etc. to help the police to crack crime.

“Owner ID” (p. 68)

●

This step will be skipped in the Auto Setup after [Shipping Condition] (p. 67) is performed.

: succeeded

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

: failed

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

●

To set manually, select [Manual] and set each item. For details (p. 91)

●

To skip this step

Store

Quick Start Guide

Auto Setup

■ How to input Owner ID

1 Enter the PIN number (4 digits)

Owner ID

Please enter new PIN

2 Select the item (NAME / HOUSE NO / POSTCODE)

Owner ID-Data Entry

Quick Start Guide

NAME

HOUSE NO POSTCODE

3 Enter your name, house number and postcode

User input

NAME

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T

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

Auto Setup

u v w x y z ( ) + - . _*

4 Exit to go to next step

Select [Pairing]

Follow the on-screen instructions to use the touch pad controller (supplied).

●

To skip this step

Select [Set later] or

Select [Home]

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

Please select your viewing environment.

■ [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.

1 Return to viewing environment

selection screen

Shop

To change viewing environment later on, you will need to initialise all settings by accessing Shipping Condition. [Shipping Condition] (p. 67)

* * * *

Home Shop

You have selected shop mode

.!:#2abc3def

ghi5jkl6mno

pqrs8tuv9wxyz

●

Enter the PIN number twice at first setting.

select

access

Set characters

select

set

●

You can set characters by using numeric buttons. “Characters table for numeric

buttons” (p. 114)

●

To register later on or for detailed settings

[VIERA Touch Pad Controller] (p. 49)

select

set

2 Select [Home]

Please select your viewing environment.

Home Shop

Return to select other items

●

Select the next item and repeat the operations.

select

set

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 the channel list “Using TV Guide” (p. 26)

●

To edit or hide (skip) channels “Tuning and Editing Channels” (p. 58 - 61)

●

To retune all channels [Auto Setup] (p. 56, 57)

●

To tune in other satellite channels [Auto Setup] in [Other Sat. / Satellite Tuning Menu] (p. 62)

●

To initialise all settings [Shipping Condition] (p. 67)

Using “VIERA Connect”

VIERA Connect is a gateway to the internet services unique to Panasonic. VIERA Connect allows you to access some specific websites supported by Panasonic, and enjoy internet contents such as videos, games, EPG, communication tools, etc. from VIERA Connect home screen.

●

This TV does not support full web browser function and some features of the websites may not be available.

Turn power on

●

Press for about 1 second.

●

Mains power On / Off switch should be on. (p. 13)

Every time you turn on the TV, VIERA Connect introduction banner appears. The banner is subject to change.

Enjoy selected internet content with VIERA Connect.

Simply press the OK / INTERNET button

Access VIERA Connect

While the banner is displayed

●

Depending on the usage conditions, it may take a while to read all the data.

●

Messages might be displayed before VIERA Connect home screen. Please read these instructions carefully and follow the on-screen instructions.

Example: VIERA Connect home screen

■

To exit from VIERA Connect

●

To set the VIERA Connect introduction banner display off

[VIERA Connect

Banner] (p. 50)

●

Setup & Help menu (Items in [Setup & Help] may change without notice.)

Customize HomeScreen Changes the position of each services on VIERA Connect home screen

My Account

Lock Sets to restrict access to some services Restrictions Sets to restrict reveal of the restricted services Beep Sets beep sound On or Off when operating VIERA Connect Notices Displays the information of VIERA Connect Help Explains the setup items and operations in VIERA Connect

●

You may operate the internet contents with the free cursor of the VIERA Touch Pad Controller (supplied).

●

Video communication (for example Skype™) requires an exclusive Communication Camera TY-CC20W.

“Optional accessories” (p. 7)

For details, read the manual of the Communication Camera.

●

You can connect a keyboard and a gamepad 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. 112), “Bluetooth Setup” (p. 112), “Operations from Keyboard / Gamepad” (p. 113)

Confirms or removes the account information of the TV you entered on VIERA Connect

●

To go to the next level, select [MORE].

●

To back to the previous level, select [BACK].

●

To return to VIERA Connect home

BACK

screen

Note

●

If you cannot access VIERA Connect, check the network connections (p. 16) and settings (p. 18, 19).

●

For more information of VIERA Connect (p. 89)

Using “VIERA Connect”

Watching TV

Volume

Note

●

To watch pay-TV

“Using Common

Interface” (p. 69)

Turn power on

Select the mode

(freesat, DVB, Analogue or Other Sat. / Satellite)

Select a channel

freesat channel position numbers run in the ranges 100 - 999 and 0100 - 0999.

●

DVB and Other Sat. / Satellite channel position numbers run from 1 onwards. Analogue channel position numbers run in the ranges 0 - 99.

●

Press for about 1 second.

●

Mains power On / Off switch should be on. (p. 13)

■ VIERA Connect introduction banner appears

Every time you turn on the TV, this banner appears at the bottom of the screen. You can access to VIERA Connect easily and enjoy the various contents. (p. 21)

●

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. 50)

●

You can also select the mode pressing the TV button repeatedly on the remote control or the TV (p. 13).

TV Selection

freesat

DVB Analogue Other Sat. Satellite

select

access

down

To select a three or four-digit channel position number, e.g. 0246

To select a more than two-digit channel position number, e.g. 399

Displayed if [Other Satellite Auto Setup] (p. 62) is completed.

●

The selectable modes vary depending on the selected country and stored channels (p. 17).

■ To select a channel using Information banner (p. 23)

It is possible to confirm the channel name and programme information by using the Information banner before changing channels.

1 Display Information banner if it is not displayed

2 While the banner is displayed, select the channel

select channel

watch

■ To select a channel using TV Guide (p. 26)

It is possible to confirm the channel and programme information by using the TV Guide (EPG) before changing channels.

1 Display TV Guide 2 Select the current

programme or channel

select

access

3 Select [View] (DVB)

Das Erste 19:30- 20:00

View

Timer Programming

select

watch

Other useful functions

Mute

Display Information banner

●

Features available / Message meanings

●

Also appears when changing a channel.

Example: DVB

ZDF

Mute

Bad signal

Channel position and name

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

Encrypted channel ( ) /

Bad signal

2 3 6 7 4 5

HDTV

Dolby D+

TV mode ( , , , ) Programme

Current time

Programme Start / Finish time (except Analogue)

Channel number, etc. (Analogue)

[Mute]

Sound mute on

[Bad signal]

Poor TV signal quality

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

Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital or HEAAC audio track

[Also in

]

Same programme available as HD broadcast

●

To display the extra information for details

To confirm another tuned channel name

●

To watch the channel listed in the banner

Coronation Street 20:00 - 20:55 Now

Progress time indicator of the selected programme

(except Analogue) [All DVB Channels], [freesat Channel List], [All

Other Sat. Channels], [All Satellite Channels], [All Analogue Channels] or [Favourites]1 to 4 (p. 59)

●

To switch (DVB or Other Sat. / Satellite)

[AD]

Audio Description service available

●

This function can aid visuallyimpaired viewers by adding an additional audio track to describe events on screen.

●

For settings (p. 48)

[STTL]

Subtitle service available

[TEXT]

Teletext service available

[Multi Audio]

Multiple audio available

(blue)

All DVB Channels

Select favourites Info

Multi Audio TEXT STTL AD

20:35

[Stereo], [Mono], [NICAM]

Audio mode

1 - 90

Off Timer remaining time

●

For settings (p. 24)

●

Information on the next programme (except Analogue)

Watching TV

●

To hide

●

[AD], [STTL], [TEXT], [Multi Audio] indications are displayed as

●

Extra information (except Analogue)

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.

Last view

Switch to previously viewed channel or input mode easily

●

Press again to return to the current view.

Note

●

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

●

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

(Press again to hide the banner)

●

To set display timeout

[Banner Display Timeout] (p. 50)

Example:

BBC ONE WALES

Coronation Street 20:00 - 20:55 Now

[AD]

]

20:35

All DVB Channels

Select favourites

Display the selectable settings for the current status

Confirm or change the current status instantly

●

To change

[Voice Guidance Settings] Guidance settings for visually impaired users

[Audio Description] (DVB) 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. 48)

Watching TV

[Multi Audio / AD]

(freesat) (DVB) Selects between alternative language or Audio Description for sound tracks (if available)

●

Set Audio Description [Auto] in the Sound Menu (p. 48) to select the audio description sound track. In freesat mode, Audio Description cannot be controlled separately from the audio description sound track.

●

This setting is not memorised and it will return to the default setting once you exit the current programme.

select

access

[Multi Audio] (DVB)

(p. 48)

(Other Sat. / Satellite ) Selects between alternative language for sound tracks (if available)

●

This setting is not memorised and it will return to the default setting once you exit the current programme.

[Monaural Audio] (except Analogue) Selects stereo / monaural (if available)

●

This setting is not memorised and it will return to the default setting once you exit the current programme.

[Sub Channel]

(Other Sat. / Satellite ) Selects the multifeed programme sub channel (if available)

[Subtitle Language] (except Analogue) Selects the language in which subtitles should appear (if available)

●

This setting is not memorised and it will return to the default setting once you exit the current programme.

select / change

store

[Teletext Character Set]

Sets the teletext language font

(p. 50)

[Teletext Language] (DVB or Satellite) Selects between alternative language for teletext (if available)

[NICAM] (Analogue) Switches NICAM sound (if available)

(p. 47)

[Volume Correction]

Adjusts volume of individual channel or input mode

[Safely remove USB]

Takes this operation to remove the connected USB device safely from the TV

Off Timer

Turn the TV to Standby mode automatically after a fixed period (Off / 15 / 30 / 45 / 60 / 75 / 90 minutes)

1 Display the menu

2 Select [Timer]

Timer

select

access

3 Select [Off Timer] and set the time in 15-minute increments

Timer Programming

Off Timer

Auto Standby

Off

15 30 45 60 75 90

minutes minutes minutes minutes minutes minutes

select [Off Timer]

access

●

To cancel, set to [Off] or turn the TV off.

●

To confirm the remaining time “Display Information banner” (p. 23)

●

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

select the time

store

the screen.

Aspect

Change the aspect ratio (image size)

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. 107).

■ To change the aspect ratio manually

1 Display Aspect Selection list

Aspect Selection

Auto

16:9 14:9 4:3 Zoom1 Zoom2 Zoom3

Change

Select

EXIT

RETURN

2 While the list is displayed, select the mode

●

select

store

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

(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. 107)

[16:9] [Zoom1]

Directly displays the image at 16:9 without distortion (anamorphic).

Displays a 16:9 letterbox or 4:3 image without distortion.

[14:9] [Zoom2]

Displays the image at the standard 14:9 without distortion.

Displays a 16:9 letterbox (anamorphic) image full-screen without distortion.

[4:3] [Zoom3]

Displays the image at the standard 4:3 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).

Note

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Aspect cannot be changed in teletext service and 3D mode.

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

Display subtitles

●

Subtitles may not be displayed properly in 3D images.

■ freesat, DVB or Other Sat. / Satellite

Display / hide subtitles (if available)

●

To change the language for DVB (if available) [Preferred Subtitles] (p. 50)

■ Analogue

Display subtitles Hide subtitles

Watching TV

Note

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This is the same as switching to Analogue teletext service and selecting “P888” (subtitle service). (p. 32)

●

You cannot change the channel when this function is active.

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).

●

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.

(freesat)

Select freesat

(p. 22)

Display the Channel Genre selection list

Select the genre and view TV Guide

Using TV Guide

■

To return to TV

Example:

Channel Genre Selection

All Channels

Entertainment News & Sport

Movies

Lifestyle

Music

●

Children

Example:

Wed 26 Oct 2011 Search All Channels

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

102 103 104 105 106 107

BBC ONE101 BBC 2W BBC NEWS BBCi BBC THRE BBC FOUR BBC Radio

Time:

5 6 1

19:30 20:00 20:30 21:00 21:30

Eastender DIY SOS The Bill Hot Wars Holiday Program Emmerdal. 10 O’ clock News BBC

There might be some programmes displayed as

Special Interest

Gaming & Dating

TV Guide Wed 26 Oct 2011 10:46

Coronation Street

Pepsi Char.

greyed-out in TV Guide. These are the Off-Air programmes (non-running programmes).

Radio

Shopping

Interactive

Regional

Favourites

Red Cap

The Bill Good bye CoastSpring watchPanorama NewsPop IdolI’m A Celebrity The Bill

Drama Cinema

Shop Sports15 To 1Rugby

select

view

Current date and time

TV Guide time

Channel position and name

Also in

TV Guide date

Some programmes may

also be broadcast in HD

●

You can select HD or SD broadcast before viewing or setting Timer Programming.

Programme

■ To change the layout of TV Guide

■ To watch the programme

1 Select a current programme or

channel

select

access

■ To the previous day

(red)

■ To the next day

(green)

[TV Guide View] (p. 49)

2 Select [View]

●

Eastender 19:30- 20:00

View Timer Programming

select

●

watch

To use Timer Programming

(p. 28)

If a programme exists in both HD and SD broadcasts, the [View Options] screen will be displayed to select HD or SD broadcast.

DIY SOS

View Options

101 BBC ONE 19:30-20:00 Wed 26 Oct 2011

119 BBC HD 19:30-20:00 Wed 26 Oct 2011

select

watch

■ View details of the programme

1 Select the programme 2 View details

●

Press again to return to TV Guide.

■ To view a channel list of the selected genre

(blue)

(Channel Genre list)

Channel Genre

All Channels

Entertainment

News & Sport

Favourites

●

To list favourite channels (p. 58)

■ To search programme types and view a

channel list of the searched programmes

(yellow)

Search Titles...

Movie

News and Factual

(Search list)

select type

view

■ To search programme titles and view a list of the searched programmes

(yellow)

(Search list)

Search Titles...

Movie

News and Factual

1 Select

[Search Titles...]

select

access

2 Set characters

(maximum 19 characters)

select

set

●

To use numeric buttons “Characters table for

numeric buttons” (p. 114)

3 Start [Search]

(green)

●

All the programme titles including the word you set will be listed.

●

Searching without any characters will list all programmes including current programmes.

(DVB or Analogue)

●

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

Select the mode

(p. 22)

View TV Guide

Using TV Guide

■

To return to TV

3 4

■ To watch the programme

1 Select the current programme or

channel

select

access

TV Guide date

Example:

Wed 26 Oct Search All Channels

1 BBC ONE

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

Time:

BBC ONE

BBC THREE

BBC FOUR

BBC 2W

72 105

BBCi

719

BBC Radi

Some programmes may also be broadcast in HD

●

You can select HD or SD broadcast before viewing or setting Timer Programming.

Programme

Current date and time

5 6 7

TV Guide Wed 26 Oct 2011 10:46

19:30 20:00 20:30 21:00 21:30

Das Erste DIY SOS Holiday News Hot Wars Holiday Program Emmerdal.

Coronation Street

10 O’ clock News BBC

Pepsi Char.

The Bill Good bye CoastSpring watchPanorama NewsPop IdolI’m A Celebrity Sports15 To 1Rugby

Also in

TV Guide time

[D]: DVB

[A]: Analogue Channel position and

name

2 Select [View] (DVB)

●

Das Erste 19:30- 20:00

View Timer Programming

select

●

watch

To use Timer Programming

(p. 28)

If a programme exists in both HD and SD broadcasts, the [View Options] screen will be displayed to select HD or SD broadcast. (DVB)

DIY SOS

View Options

101 BBC ONE 19:30-20:00 Wed 26 Oct 2011

119 BBC HD 19:30-20:00 Wed 26 Oct 2011

select

watch

■ To change the layout of TV Guide ■ To view a channel list of the selected category

[TV Guide View] (p. 49)

■ To the previous day (DVB)

(red)

■ To the next day (DVB)

(green)

■ View details of the programme (DVB)

1 Select the programme 2 View details

●

Press again to return to TV Guide.

(blue)

(Category list)

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