Panasonic Viera TC-32LX85, Viera TC-26LX85 Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic

Operating Instructions

26"/32" Class 720p LCD HDTV

(26.0/31.5 inches measured diagonally)

Manual de instrucciones

Television de alta definicion de 720p y clase 26"/32" de LCD

(26,0/31,5 pulgadas medidas diagonalmente)

Model No. TC 26LX85

NQmero de modelo "

TC-32LX85

(See page 6-14)

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(vea la p&gina 6-14)

For assistance (U.S.A.), please call:

1-800-211-PANA (7262)

or visit us at www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

For assistance (Puerto Rico), please call:

787-750-4300

or visit us at www.panasonic.com

For assistance (Canada), please call:

1-866-330-0014

or visit us at www.vieraconcierge.ca

Para solicitar ayuda (EE.UU.), Ilame al:

1-800-211 -PANA (7262)

6 visitenos en www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

Para solicitar ayuda (Puerto Rico), Ilame al:

787-750-4300

6 visitenos en www.panasonic.com

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1 Please read these instructions before operating your set and retain them for future reference.

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

( Espal_ol I Lea estas instrucciones antes de utilizar su televisor y guardelas para consultarlas en el futuro.

Las im&genes mostradas en este manual tienen solamente fines ilustrativos.

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trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

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Contents

Please read before using the unit

@ Safety Precautions ....................................... 4

Enjoy your TV!

Basic Features

@ Watching TV ............................................... 15

@ Viewing from SD Card ................................ 18

@ Watching Videos and DVDs ....................... 20

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

DOLBY and the double-D symbol are

trademarks of Dotby Laboratories.

EZ Sync TM

EZ Sync TMis a trademark of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

Advanced Features

@ How to Use Menu Functions

(picture, sound quality, etc.) ....................... 22

@ VlERA Link TM "HDAVt Control TM''-............... 26

@ Lock ............................................................ 30

@ Editing and Setting Channels ..................... 32

@ Closed Caption ........................................... 34

@ Input Labels ................................................ 35

@ Using Timer ................................................ 36

@ Recommended AV Connections ................. 37

FAQs, etc.

@ Ratings List for Lock ................................... 39

@ Technical Information ................................. 40

@ Care and Cleaning ..................................... 43

@ FAQ ............................................................ 44

@ Specifications ............................................. 46

@ Limited Warranty (for U.S.A.) ..................... 47

@ Customer Services Directory (for U. S. A.)---48

@ Limited Warranty (for Canada) ................... 49

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Safety Precautions

CAUTION

WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover or back.

No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

The lightning flash with
arrowhead within a triangle

is intended to teII the user
that parts inside the product

are a risk of electric shock
to persons

The exclamation point
within a triangle is
intended to telt the user

that important operating
and servicing instructions
are in the papers with the

appliance.

This reminder is provided to direct the CATV system installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for
proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as

close to the point of cable entry as practical.

Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation, and to ensure reliable operation of the LCD
TV and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. There should be at least 10 cm of space

from these openings. The openings should never be blocked by placing the LCD TV on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface.

This LCD TV should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase unless proper ventilation is provided.

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Read these instructions.
Keep these instructions.

Heed all warnings.
Follow all instructions.

Do not use this apparatus near water.
Clean only with dry cloth.
Do not block any ventilation openings, install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than
the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for
your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

your home consult your television dealer or local power company.

16) Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the LCD TV.

17) Never push objects of any kind into this LCD TV through cabinet
slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts
that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any
kind on the LCD TV.

18) If an outside antenna is connected to the television equipment,
be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some
protection against voltage surges and built up static charges.
In the U.S. Section 810-21 of the National Electrical Code

provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast
and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an
antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of
antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and
requirements for the grounding electrode.

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA
GROUNDING AS PER

(NEC) NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL

CODE

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LEAD-IN WIRE

GROUND CLAMP

ELECTRIC
SERVICE

EQUIPMENT

!ANTENNA

DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING
CONDUCTORS

(NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM

(NEC ART 250, PART H)

10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles,
and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11) Only use attachments / accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the
apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart / apparatus combination to avoid injury
from tip-over.

13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus
has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

15) Operate only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to

19)Anoutsideantennasystemshouldnotbelocatedinthevicinityofoverheadpowerlines,otherelectriclight,powercircuits,or
whereitcanfallintosuchpowerlinesorcircuits.Wheninstallinganoutsideantennasystem,extremecareshouldbetakento

keepfromtouchingsuchpowerlinesorcircuitsascontactwiththemmightbefatal.

20)UnplugthisLCDTVfromthewalloutletandreferservicingtoqualifiedservicepersonnelunderthefollowingconditions:

a. Whenthepowercordorplugisdamagedorfrayed.
b. IfliquidhasbeenspilledintotheLCDTV.
c. IftheLCDTVhasbeenexposedtorainorwater.
d. IftheLCDTVdoesnotoperatenormallybyfollowingtheoperatinginstructions.

Adjustonlythosecontrolsthatarecoveredbytheoperatinginstructionsasimproperadjustmentofother

controlsmayresultindamageandwilloftenrequireextensiveworkbyaqualifiedtechniciantorestoretheLCD

TVtonormaloperation.

e. IftheLCDTVhasbeendroppedorthecabinethasbeendamaged.

f. WhentheLCDTVexhibitsadistinctchangeinperformance-thisindicatesaneedforservice.

21)Whenreplacementpartsarerequired,besuretheservicetechnicianusesreplacementpartsspecifiedbythemanufacturerthat

havethesamecharacteristicsastheoriginalparts.Unauthorizedsubstitutionsmayresultinfire,electricshock,orotherhazards.

22)WARNING:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN,

MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING.
DO NOT PLACE LIQUID CONTAINERS (FLOWER VASES, CUPS, COSMETICS, ETC.) ABOVE THE SET
(INCLUDING ON SHELVES ABOVE, ETC.).

23)WARNING: SMALL PARTS CAN PRESENT CHOKING HAZARD IF ACCIDENTALLY SWALLOWED. KEEP SMALL

PARTS AWAY FROM YOUNG CHILDREN.
DISCARD UNNEEDED SMALL PARTS AND OTHER OBJECTS, INCLUDING PACKAGING MATERIALS

AND PLASTIC BAGS/SHEETS TO PREVENT THEM FROM BEING PLAYED WITH BY YOUNG CHILDREN,
CREATING THE POTENTIAL RISK OF SUFFOCATION.

24)CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THIS PLUG WITH A RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET

UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.

25)CAUTION: USE WITH OTHER STAND MAY RESULT IN INSTABILITY POSSIBLY CAUSING INJURY.

26)CAUTION: DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED. REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME

OR EQUIVALENT TYPE.

27)CAUTION: This LCD TV is for use only with the following optional accessory. Use with any other type of optional

accessories may cause instability which could result in the possibility of injury.
(All of the following accessories are manufactured by Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.)

• Wall-hanging bracket (Vertical): TY-WK32LR2W
Always be sure to ask a qualified technician to carry out set-up.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a TV Broadcast Receiver, pursuant to Part 15 of the

FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the

instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will
not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause or receive interference, which can be determined by turning
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the TV antenna.

increase the separation between TV and other equipment.
Connect TV into separate outlet from other equipment.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio / TV technician for help.

FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the

user's authority to operate this equipment.

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Accessories/Optional Accessory

d Check you have all the items shown.

Accessories

[] Remote Control

Transmitter

® N2QAYB000221

[] Batteries for the

Remote Control

Transmitter (2)
® AA Battery

[] Cleaning cloth [] Operating Instructions

[] Notice sheet (Demo mode)
[] Quick Setup Guide

(For viewing HD Programming)

[] Product Registration Card

(U.S.A)

[] Customer Care Plan Card

(U. S. A)

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Optional Accessory

Wall-hanging bracket

(vertical)
® TY-WK32LR2W

Please contact your nearest Panasonic dealer to

purchase the recommended wall-hanging bracket.

For additional details, please refer to the wall-hanging

bracket installation manual.

Open

Hook

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 break batteries.

Place the TV at a comfortable distance for viewing. Avoid placing it where sunlight or other bright light (including
reflections) will fall on the screen.
Use of some types of fluorescent lighting can reduce remote control transmitter range.
Adequate ventilation is essential to prevent an internal component failure. Keep away from areas of excessive heat
or moisture.

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Before mounting the TV on the wall, you must remove the TV-Stand from the TV.

Follow the steps below:

Disconnect all the cables from the TV.

Remove the TV-Stand.

_#,_'Remove four screws

_B;Pull out the TV-Stand

Foam mat or thick
soft cloth

WARNING )

e Failure to use a Panasonic bracket or choosing to mount the unit yourself will be done at the risk of the consumer.

Any damage resulting from not having a professional installer mount the unit will void your unit's warranty.

@Always be sure to ask a qualified technician to carry out set-up.

Incorrect fitting may cause equipment to fall, resulting in injury and product damage.

@Do not mount this LCD Television directly below ceiling lights (such as spotlights, floodlights, or halogen lights)

which typically give off high heat. Doing so may warp or damage plastic cabinet parts.

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terminals.

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Basic Connection

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VHF/UHF Antenna

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® NTSC (National Television System Committee):

Conventional broadcasting

® ATSC (Advanced Television Systems Committee):

Digital TV Standards include digital high-definition television
(HDTV), standard-definition television (SDTV), data broadcasting,
multi-channel surround-sound audio and interactive television.

Cable TV ]

VHF/UHF Antenna

or

Back of the TV

AC 120 V

60 Hz

Power Cord
(Connect after all the

other connections.)

(If no Cable Box)

or

ANTIN ANT OUT

Cable Box

J ÷ You need to subscribe to a cable TV service to enjoy viewing their

programming.

® You can enjoy high-definition programming by subscribing to a high-

definition cable service.
The connection for high-definition can be done with the use of HDMI or

Component Video cable.

÷ If using a Cable Box set the TV channel to CH3 or CH4 for regular cable.

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@All cables and external equipment shown in this book are not supplied with the TV.
¢ For the details of the external equipment's connections, please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment.
@For additional assistance, visit us at: www.panasonic.com

www.panasonic.ca

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or VCR)

DVD Recorder

If this source has higher resolution through interlace
or progressive signal, connection can be done with
the use of Component Video or HDMI cable.
VCR

Connection can be done with the use of an RF
cable and Composite Video/S Video cable.

VHF/UHF Antenna

AC 120 V

60 Hz

Power Cord

Back of the TV

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ANT OUT

Connecting TV and AV equipment
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AV Equipment

(e.g. DVD Recorder or VCR)

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VCR

You can enjoy high-definition
programming by subscribing to
high-definition satellite service.
Connection can be done with the

use of HDMI or Component Video
cable.

VHF/UHF Antenna

AC 120 V

60 Hz

Power Cord

Back of the TV

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ANT IN ANT OUT

Connecting TV and AV equipment

Please refer to fA_ _D_on p. 11.

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Satellite Receiver DVD Recorder or VCR

(with "IV tuner)

® For details of external equipment connections, please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment.

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@To use HDMI terminals

Ii HDMI

AV OUT

@Connecting to HDMI terminals will enable you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality

sound.

@For "VlERA LinkTM connections", please refer to p. 38.

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green

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AV Equipment

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AV Equipment

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e.g. VCR

@The S Video input will override the composite video signal when S Video cable is connected. Connect

either S Video or Video cable.

@Connecting to S VIDEO terminals will enable you to enjoy greater picture quality than using Composite

terminals.

@Some programs contain a copyright protection signal to prevent recording.
@When the copyright protection program is displayed, do not connect the other TV monitor through a VCR. Video signals fed

through VCRs may be affected by copyright protection systems and the picture will be distorted on the other TV monitor.

@For the details of the external equipment's connections, please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment.

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Identifying Controls

Front of the TV

POWER button

.=cts channels in sequence

Menu navigations

up/down

Changes the input mode

-- Demonstrates picture quality in vivid mode.
(Press any key to cancel the demo.)

Power indicator (on: red, off: no light)

Remote control sensor
Within about 23 feet (7 meters) in front of the TV set.

® The TV consumes a limited amount of power as long as the power cord is inserted into the wall outlet.

Viewing from SD card (p. 18)
Switches TV On or Off (Standby)

Displays Main Menu (p. 22)
Changes the input mode (p. 20)

Displays Sub Menu (p. 16, 24)
Colored buttons

(used for various functions)
(for example p. 18, 28)

Channel up/down

Changes aspect ratio (p. 16)

Operates the Favorite channel list
function. (p. 17)

Switches to previously viewed channel
or input modes.

VtERA Link menu (p. 28-29)

Selects Audio Mode for TV viewing
(p. 16)

Exits from menu screen

Selects/OK/Change

Returns to previous menu

Volume up/down

Displays or removes the channel
banner (p. 16)

Sound mute On/Off

Numeric keypad to select any
channel (p. 15) or press to enter
alphanumeric input in menus.

(p. 20, 30, 32)
Direct channel access for DTV and

DBS (p. 15)

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First Time Setup

"First time setup" is displayed only when the TV is turned on for the first time after the power cord is
inserted into a watt outlet and when "Auto power on" (p. 24-25) is set to "No".

Turn the TV On with the POWER button

POWER

or

Remote)

Be sure to select "Home" (Normal display mode)

@This setting will be skipped next time.
@If you select "Store", "First time setup" will not be displayed.

tn case you select "Store" by mistake, unplug the TV and plug it again. Then,

set to "Home" next time.

@This selection screen is displayed when "Store" is selected.

Selectyourlanguage

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• Press to exit from

a menu screen

EXIT

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• Press to return

to the previous
screen

RETURN

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@To change setting

(Language/Clock/
Auto program) later,
go to Menu screen

(p. 24)

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RETURN

-- Go back to previous screen.

Adjust the clock

Year: Select the year
Month: Select the month

Day: Select the day
Hour: Adjust the hour
Minute: Adjust the minute

RETURN

-- Go back to previous screen.

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First Time Setup (Continued)

Auto channel setup

_1_Select "Auto program"

(_ Select "ANT in"

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Cable: Cable TV

Antenna: Antenna

_3_Select "Auto"

_ Select scanning mode (ALLchannels/Analogonly/Digitalonly)

• Press to exit from

a menu screen

EXIT

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Start scanning the channels
® Available channels (analog/digital) are automatically set.

All channels: Scans digital and analog channels
Analog only: Scans Analog channels only

Digital only: Scans Digital channels only

_5_Confirm registered channels

_seiect "Apply"

_2)ok

® If OK is not pressed after selecting "Apply", the channels will not be saved.

The channel will be saved when no operation is performed for 60 seconds and
the "Manual program" menu will also exit automatically.

® If you perform scanning more than twice, previously saved channels are erased.

® About broadcasting systems

Analog (NTSC): Conventional broadcasting
Digital (ATSC): New programming that allows you to view more channels

featuring high-quality video and sound

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Watching TV

Connect the TV to a cable box/cable, set-top-box, satellite box, or antenna cable (p. 8-11)

Turn power on

POWER

or

@If the mode is not TV, press _YAEOand select TV. (p. 20)

Select a channel number

(TV)

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iTo directly input the digital channel number

_When tuning to a digital channel, press the button to enter the minor

number in a compound channel number.

example: CH15-1" II _ _ El

@Reselect "Cable" or "Antenna" in "ANT in" of "Program channel" to switch the signal reception between cable TV

and antenna. (p. 14, 33)

@The channel number and volume level remain the same even after the TV is turned off.

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