Panasonic Viera E6G, Viera E6K, Viera E6S, Viera E6T Operating Instructions Manual

Operating Instructions

LED TV

English

For more detailed instructions, refer to [eHELP]
(Built-in Operating Instructions).

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How to use [eHELP]

(p. 14)

Contents

Be Sure to Read

Important Notice ·················································2
Safety Precautions ·············································3

Quick Start Guide

Accessories ························································5
Connections························································6
Identifying Controls ···········································10
First time Auto Tuning ·······································12

Using your VIERA

Operations ························································13
How to Use eHELP ···········································14

Others

FAQs·································································15
Maintenance ·····················································15
Specifications ···················································16

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.

TQB4GC1028-1

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E6G series
E6K series
E6S series
E6T series

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Important Notice

Notice for Digital terrestrial
broadcasting functions

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Function related to Digital broadcasting will work in
the areas where the digital terrestrial broadcasting
services are received. Consult your local Panasonic
Dealer with coverage areas.

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

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This TV has the capability for Digital broadcasting
specifications. But future Digital broadcasting
services cannot be guaranteed.

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.

Panasonic and its affiliates make no representations or
warranties of any kind with respect to the USB devices
and the performance of communication between the
USB devices and the USB port of Panasonic products,
and expressly disclaims any and all warranties,
whether express or implied or otherwise, including
without limitation any implied warranty of fitness for a
particular purpose, any loss of data, and any implied
warranties arising from course of dealing or course of
performance of data communication between the USB
devices and the USB port of Panasonic products.

Transport only in upright position

(E6G series)
(E6K series)
(E6S series)

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For the information of the trademarks, refer to [eHELP]
(Support > Licence).

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This TV is designed for table-top use.

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Do not expose 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

■ Dangerous part / Small object

Warning

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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.

■ Pedestal

Warning

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Do not disassemble or modify the pedestal.

Caution

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Do not use any pedestal other than the one provided
with this TV.

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Do not use the pedestal if it becomes warped or
physically damaged. If this occurs, contact your nearest
Panasonic dealer immediately.

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During setup, make sure that all screws are securely
tightened.

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Ensure that the TV does not suffer any impact during
installation of the pedestal.

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Ensure that children do not climb onto the pedestal.

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Install or remove the TV from the pedestal with at least
two people.

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Install or remove the TV by the specified procedure.

■ Radio wave

Warning

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Do not use the TV in any medical institutions or
locations with medical equipment. Radio waves may
interfere with the medical equipment and cause
accidents due to the malfunction.

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Do not use the TV near any automatic control
equipment such as automatic doors or fire alarms.
Radio waves 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 TV when you
have a cardiac pacemaker. Radio waves may interfere
with the operation of the pacemaker.

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Do not disassemble or alter the TV in any way.

Safety Precautions

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

■ Mains plug and lead

Warning

If you detect anything unusual,
immediately remove the mains
plug.

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Mains plug types vary between
countries.

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This TV is designed to operate on AC 110-240 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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Disconnect the mains plug when cleaning the TV.

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Do not touch the mains plug with wet
hands.

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Do not damage the mains lead.

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Do not place a heavy object
on the lead.

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Do not place the lead near a
high temperature object.

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Do not pull on the lead. Hold
onto the mains plug body
when disconnecting the plug.

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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.

■ Take care

Warning

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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 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 wall­hanging brackets.

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

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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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■ Built-in wireless LAN

Caution

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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 the wireless LAN and access
point may be on the following website. (English only)
http://panasonic.net/viera/support

■ Ventilation

Caution

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

Minimum distance:

(cm)

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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 a pedestal or not, always ensure
the vents at the bottom of the TV are not blocked and
there is sufficient space to enable adequate ventilation.

■ Moving the TV

Caution

Before moving the TV, disconnect all cables.

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

■ When not in use for a long time

Caution

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.

■ Use conditions

Caution

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This appliance is intended for use in tropical climates.

■ Battery for the Remote Control

Caution

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Incorrect installation may cause battery leakage,
corrosion and explosion.

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Replace only with the same or equivalent type.

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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 batteries (Ni-Cd, etc.).

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Do not burn or break up batteries.

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Do not expose batteries to excessive heat such as
sunshine, fire or the like.

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Make sure you dispose of batteries correctly.

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Accessories

Remote Control

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Batteries (2)

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R6

(p. 10)

Mains lead
(p. 7)

(E6G series)
(E6K series)
(E6S series)

(E6T series)

Pedestal
(see below)

Operating Instructions

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

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For the information of optional accessories, refer to [eHELP] (Support > Optional accessories).

Assembling / Removing the pedestal

Assembly screw (4)

M5 × 16

Bracket

32-inch model

42-inch model

50-inch model

Assembly screw (4)

M4 × 25

Base

■ Assembling the pedestal

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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

from the TV.

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

Secure the base as shown below to prevent the TV
from falling over.

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The place where the base is secured should be thick
enough and made of hard material.

Commercially available screw
(not supplied)

Diameter: 3 mm
Length: 25 - 30 mm

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Connections

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External equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this TV.

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Ensure that the unit is disconnected from the mains socket before attaching or disconnecting any leads.

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

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When using an HDMI cable, use the fully wired one.

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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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Also read the manual of the equipment being connected.

Terminals

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USB 1 - 2 port

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HDMI1 - 3

3

Aerial terminal

(see below)

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AV1 (COMPONENT / VIDEO)

(p. 8)

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DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

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ETHERNET (p. 8)

Basic connections

Mains lead and aerial

Special notices for receiving digital terrestrial services

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If you receive analogue and digital TV signals through two separate aerials, use an RF mixer to mix them.

Analogue and Digital
TV signal

RF mixer

Aerial

Digital TV

Analogue TV

Aerial

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If you receive analogue TV signals through a cable TV network, an aerial is required to receive digital TV signals.
In this case, using an RF mixer is not recommended because the TV signals interfere with each other.

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An RF selector is available to switch analogue and digital TV signal.

Cable

Analogue or Digital
TV signal

RF selector

Analogue TV

Digital TV

Aerial