Panasonic Viera TH-37PX8B, Viera TH-42PX8B, Viera TH-50PX8B Operating Instructions Manual
English
U.K. Standard
Please read these instructions before operating your set and retain them for future reference.
The images shown in this manual are for illustrative purposes only.
Operating Instructions
Plasma Television
Model No.
TH-37PX8B
TH-42PX8B
TH-50PX8B
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Turn your living room into a home theatre!
Experience an amazing level of multi-media excitement
■ Receives digital terrestrial broadcastings using an integrated DVB (Digital Video
Broadcasting) tuner
Display DVB programmes with TV Guide (p. 20) / Timer Programming (p. 40) /
Register and instantly call up favourite programmes with Profi le Edit (p. 32)
■ Sharp pictures with HDMI connection
Enjoy high-defi nition digital picture and high-quality sound by using an HDMI cable (p. 50)
■ Links up and controls the connected equipment with “Q-Link” and “VIERA Link”
Easy recording and playback, create home theatre without complicated settings, etc. (p. 42)
■ Supports Audio Description signal (p. 15 and p. 26)
This function can add an additional audio track to describe events on-screen and aids
understanding and enjoyment, particularly for visually-impaired viewers.
Digital Switchover
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 programmes and some Digital TV programmes will be missing.
You will need to retune your TV each time this happens to recover your digital
programmes.
•
To retune your TV “Auto Setup” in “Tuning Menu” (p. 35)
Cable or Satellite users should still retune the TV to continue to receive Freeview
services via their aerial. (Your Analogue programme for viewing Cable or Satellite
services will change to a new position.)
•
Due to the digital reception technologies involved, quality of the DTV signals may be relatively low in some cases,
despite good reception of analogue programmes.
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Viewing Advanced FAQs, etc.
Quick Start Guide
Contents
Be Sure to Read
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Safety Precautions ······································ 4
(Warning / Caution)
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Notes ··························································· 5
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Maintenance ··············································· 5
Advanced Features
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How to Use Menu Functions ····················· 24
(picture, sound quality, etc.)
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DVB Settings (DVB) ·································· 30
(pay-TV, software update)
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Editing Programmes ································· 32
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Tuning Programmes ··································34
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Restore Settings ······································· 36
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Owner ID ··················································· 37
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Input Labels ·············································· 38
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Recording Controls ···································40
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Link Functions ·········································· 42
(Q-Link / VIERA Link)
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External Equipment ··································· 48
Enjoy your TV!
Basic Features
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Watching TV ·············································· 14
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Viewing Teletext ········································ 17
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Using TV Guide ········································· 20
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Watching VCR, DVD and Satellites ··········22
FAQs, etc.
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Technical Information ································50
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FAQs ·························································53
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On screen messages ································ 55
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Licence ······················································ 57
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Glossary ···················································· 57
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Index ························································· 58
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Specifi cations ············································ 59
Quick Start Guide
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Accessories / Options ········· 6
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Identifying Controls ·············· 8
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Basic Connection ················ 10
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Auto Setup ······························ 12
HD ready
High Defi nition signals are supported by
HDMI and Component Video inputs.
100Hz Double Scan
100Hz Double Scan is a function of this
TV that reduces large area fl icker.
10,000:1 Native Contrast
A wide contrast ratio will deliver pictures with
a deep black level and a brighter white level
for greater image depth.
24p Playback
Can support 1080p, 24 frames per second
source materials.
0.001 msec Panel Response Time
Extremely fast response time to minimise
picture lag.
V-Audio
Utilises Panasonic’s advanced Digital
Amplifi cation technology.
Lead-free display
All VIERA plasma display panels are
lead-free.
This reduces the impact on the
environment when recycling or disposing of
them in the future.
Up to 100,000 hours Plasma Panel Lifetime
The Plasma display panel used in the 2008
VIERA TV range is rated for up to 100,000
hours.
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∗
This measurement is based on the time taken for
the brightness of the panel to reduce to half of it’s
maximum level.
The time taken to reach this level may vary depending
on the image content and the environment where the
TV is used.
Image retention and malfunctions are not taken into
account.
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Safety Precautions
Warning & Caution
Do not expose to direct
sunlight and other sources
of heat
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Avoid exposing the TV to direct sunlight and other
sources of heat. To prevent fi re never place any
type of candle or naked fl ame on top or near the
TV.
Handling the mains plug and
lead
•
Ensure that the mains plug is easily accessible at
all times. The On / Off switch on this model does
not fully disconnect the TV from the mains supply.
Remove the mains plug from the wall socket when
the TV is not used for a prolonged period of time.
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Ensure the earth pin on the mains plug is securely
connected to prevent electrical shock.
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An apparatus with CLASS I construction shall
be connected to a mains socket outlet with a
protective earthing connection.
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Do not use any mains lead other than that
provided with this TV. (This may cause fi re or
electrical shock.)
Do not place the TV on sloped
or unstable surfaces
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The TV may fall off or tip over.
Power source
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This TV is designed to operate on 220-240 V,
50 / 60 Hz AC.
Do not remove the cover
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Do not remove the rear cover as live parts are accessible
when it is removed. There are no user serviceable parts
inside.
Do not expose your ears to
excessive volume from the
headphones
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Irreversible damage can be caused.
Transport only in upright position
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Transporting the TV with its display panel facing upright or downward may cause damage to the internal circuitry.
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 5 amp fuse is fi tted in this
mains plug. Shall the fuse need to be replaced, please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5 amps and
that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.
Check for the ASTA mark
ASA
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 refi tted when the fuse is replaced.
If you lose the fuse cover the mains plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained.
A replacement fuse cover may be purchased from your local Panasonic dealer.
Do not cut off the mains plug.
Do not use any other type of mains lead except the one supplied with this TV.
The supplied mains lead and moulded plug are designed to be used with this TV to avoid interference
and for your safety.
If the socket outlet in your home is not suitable, get it changed by a qualifi ed 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.
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Use only the dedicated
pedestals / mounting
equipment
•
Using an unapproved pedestal or other
fi xtures may make the TV unstable,
risking injury. Be sure to ask your local
Panasonic dealer to perform setup.
•
Use approved pedestals / mounts
(p. 6).
Notes
■ Auto power standby function
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If no signal is received and no operation is performed in
Analogue TV mode for 30 minutes, the TV will automatically go
to standby mode.
■
Keep the TV away from these types of equipment
•
Electronic equipment
In particular, do not place video equipment near the TV
(electromagnetic interference may distort images / sound).
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Equipment with an infrared sensor
This TV also emits infrared rays (this may affect operation of
other equipment).
Do not display a still picture for a long time
This causes the image to remain on the plasma screen (“image
retention”).
This is not considered a malfunction and is not covered by the
warranty.
Typical still images
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Programme number and other logos
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Image displayed in 4:3 mode
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Video game
To prevent image retention, contrast is lowered automatically
after a few minutes if no signals are sent or no operations are
performed. (p. 53)
Allow suffi cient space
around the TV for
radiated heat
Minimum distance
10
10
10 7
(cm)
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When using the pedestal, keep the
space between the bottom of the TV
and the fl oor surface.
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In case of using Wall-hanging bracket,
follow the manual of it.
Maintenance
Do not expose to rain or
excessive moisture
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To prevent damage which might result
in electric shock or fi re, do not expose
this TV to rain or excessive moisture.
This TV must not be exposed to
dripping or splashing water and objects
fi lled with liquid, such as vases, must
not be placed on top of or above the TV.
Do not block the rear
ventilation openings
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Ventilation should not be impeded by
covering the ventilation openings with
items such as newspapers, tablecloths
and curtains.
Mains plug
Wipe the mains plug with a dry cloth at regular intervals. (Moisture
and dust may lead to fi re or electrical shock.)
First, remove the mains plug from the socket outlet.
Display panel
Regular care: Gently wipe the surface clean of dirt by using a soft cloth.
Major contamination: Wipe the surface clean using a soft cloth
dampened with clean water or diluted neutral detergent (1 part
detergent to 100 parts water). Then, using a soft dry cloth, evenly
wipe the surface clean until it is dry.
Caution
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The surface of the display panel has been specially treated and
may be easily damaged.
Do not tap or scratch the surface with your fi ngernail or other hard
object.
•
Take care not to subject the surface to insect repellent, solvent,
thinner, or other volatile substances
(this may degrade surface quality).
Cabinet, Pedestal
Regular care: Wipe the surface clean using a soft dry cloth.
Major contamination: Dampen a soft cloth with clean water or water
containing a small amount of neutral detergent. Then, wring the cloth
and wipe the surface clean with it. Finally, wipe the surface clean with
a dry cloth.
Caution
•
Take care not to subject the TV's surfaces to detergent.
(A liquid inside the TV could lead to product failure.)
•
Take care not to subject surfaces to insect repellent, solvent,
thinner, or other volatile substances
(this may deteriorate the surface by peeling the paint).
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Do not allow the cabinet and pedestal to make contact with a
rubber or PVC substance for a long time.
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Accessories / Options
Caution
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In order to maintain the unit’s performance and safety, be absolutely sure to ask your dealer or a licenced
contractor to secure the wall-hanging brackets.
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Carefully read the instructions accompanying the pedestal, and be absolutely sure to take steps to prevent
the TV from tipping over.
•
Handle the TV carefully during installation since subjecting it to impact or other forces may cause product
damage.
Optional accessories
Wall-hanging bracket
(vertical)
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TY-WK42PV3W
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TY-WK42PV4W
(angle)
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TY-WK42PR3W
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TY-WK42PR4W
Batteries for the
Remote Control (2)
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R6 (UM3)
Remote Control
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N2QAYB000222
Standard accessories
Check that you have the accessories and items shown
Clamper (2)
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TMME289
p. 8
Mains Lead
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K2CT3DH00018
p. 11
Operating Instructions
Pan European Guarantee Card
1 Year Guarantee Registration
CRM (Customer Relationship Management)
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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 (ST-42R4-WK / ST-50R4-WK)
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TBLX0061
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TXFBL01RWTD
(TH-37PX8B, TH-42PX8B)
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TBLX0058
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TXFBL01RLTD
(TH-50PX8B)
p. 7
Some items may not be available locally.
Installing remote’s batteries
1
Pull open
Hook
2
Note the correct
polarity (+ or -)
Close
Caution
•
Incorrect installation may cause battery leakage and corrosion, resulting in damage to the remote control.
•
Do not mix old and new batteries.
•
Do not mix different battery types (such as alkaline and manganese batteries).
•
Do not use rechargeable (Ni-Cd) batteries.
•
Do not burn or breakup batteries.
Batteries must not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fi re or the like.
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Quick Start Guide
A
R
D
L
D
B
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Accessories / Options
■ Securing the TV
Use the assembly screws to fasten securely.
•
Make sure that the screws are securely tightened.
•
Carry out the work on a horizontal and level surface.
View from the bottom
■ Assembling the pedestal
Use the four assembly screws to fasten the left and
right poles to the base securely.
•
Make sure that the screws are securely tightened.
•
Forcing the assembly screws the wrong way will
strip the threads.
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“L” or “R” mark is stamped on the bottom of the pole.
Caution
Do not use any other TV and displays.
•
Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result.
Do not use the pedestal if it becomes warped or physically damaged.
•
If you use the pedestal while it is physically damaged, personal injury may result. Contact your nearest
Panasonic dealer immediately.
During set-up, make sure that all screws are securely tightened.
•
If insuffi cient care is taken to ensure screws are properly tightened during assembly, the pedestal will not be
strong enough to support the TV, and it might fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result.
Ensure that the TV does not fall over.
•
If the TV is knocked or children climb onto the pedestal with the TV installed, the TV may fall over and personal
injury may result.
Two or more people are required to install and remove the TV.
•
If two or more people are not present, the TV may be dropped, and personal injury may result.
Do not disassemble or modify the pedestal.
•
Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result.
Warning
Attaching the pedestal
Front
Arrow mark
Hole for pedestal installation
Assembly screw (4)
(silver)
Assembly screw (4)
(black)
Pole (2) Base
M5 × 18 M5 × 25
L
R
8
AV3
P
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Using the clamper
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Do not bundle the RF cable and mains
lead together (could cause distorted
image).
•
Fix cables with clampers as necessary.
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When using the optional accessory,
follow the option’s assembly manual to
fi x cables.
Rear of the TV
snaps
To loosen:
Keep
pushing both
side snaps
Set the
tip in the
hooks
Insert the clamper
in a hole
■ Attach the clamper ■ Bundle the cables
Keep
pushing
the knob
knobhooks
To remove
from the TV:
hole
TV
Lift door to open
Mains power
On / Off switch
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Switch On to turn on the TV
or turn the TV to standby
mode by the remote control
Increases or decreases the programme position by one. When a function is already displayed,
press to increase or decrease the selected function. When in Standby mode, switches TV On.
Changes the
input mode
Function select
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Volume / Contrast / Brightness / Colour /
Sharpness / Tint (NTSC mode) / Bass /
Treble / Balance / Auto Setup (p. 34)
Headphones jack
(p. 48)
AV3 terminals
(p. 48)
Timer LED
•
Active for Timer Programming or Standby for Direct TV Recording :orange (fl ash)
Timer Programming On :orange
Remote control signal receiver
Power LED
•
Standby: red
On: green
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When using the remote control, indicates the TV has received a command.
Accessories / Options
Identifying Controls
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Quick Start Guide
TV
PROGRAMME
GUIDE
INPUT
RETURN
EXIT
MENU
OK
ASPECT
OPTION
DIRECT TV REC
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REC
VCR DVD
TEXT STTL INDEX HOLD
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Identifying Controls
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Accessories / Options
Identifying Controls
Remote Control
Cursor buttons
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Makes selections and adjustments
Standby On / Off switch
•
Switches TV On or Off standby
Sound Mute
•
Switches sound mute On or Off
Aspect (p. 16)
•
Changes aspect ratio from
Aspect Selection list
•
Also possible by pressing this button
repeatedly until you reach the desired aspect
Programme Up / Down
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Selects programme in sequence
Teletext (p. 17)
•
Switches to teletext mode
OK
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Confi rms selections and choices
•
Press after selecting programme positions to
quickly change programme
VCR / DVD Panasonic equipment
operations (p. 23)
Volume Up / Down
Programme Information (p. 15)
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Displays programme information
Index (p. 19)
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Returns to the teletext index page
(teletext mode)
Exit
•
Returns to the normal viewing screen
VIERA Link Menu (p. 45)
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Press to access VIERA Link Menu directly
Guide (p. 20)
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Displays TV Guide
Option Menu (p. 15)
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Easy setting for viewing and sound
options
Main Menu (p. 24)
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Press to access VIERA Link, Picture,
Sound and Setup Menus
Subtitles (p. 14)
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Displays subtitles
Input mode selection
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TV -
switches DVB / Analogue mode (p. 14)
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AV - switches to AV input mode from Input
Selection list (p. 22)
Direct TV Recording (p. 43 and p. 45)
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Records programme immediately in
DVD Recorder / VCR with Q-Link or
VIERA Link connection
Hold
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Freeze / unfreeze picture (p. 14)
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Holds the current teletext page (teletext
mode) (p. 19)
Return
•
Returns to the previous menu
Numeric buttons
•
Changes programme and teletext pages
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When in Standby mode, switches TV On
Coloured buttons
•
Used for the selection, navigation and
operation of various functions
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RGB
VIDEO
S VIDEO
RGB
VIDEO
HDMI 1 HDMI 2
AV2AV1
COMPONENT
AUDIO
OUT
AUDIO
IN
Y
PB
P
R
LRL
R
RGB
VIDEO
S VIDEO
RGB
VIDEO
HDMI 1 HDMI 2
AV2AV1
COMPONENT
AUDIO
OUT
AUDIO
IN
Y
PB
P
R
LRL
R
RF OUT
RF IN
Basic Connection
Mains lead (supplied)
Mains lead (supplied)
SCART cable
(fully wired)
DVD Recorder or VCR
RF cable
Aerial AerialRear of the TV Rear of the TV
External equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this TV.
Please ensure that the unit is disconnected from the mains socket before attaching or disconnecting any leads.
When disconnecting the mains lead, be absolutely sure to disconnect the mains plug at the socket outlet fi rst.
Example 1
Connecting aerial
Example 2
Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR
RF cable
TV only TV, DVD Recorder or VCR
AC 220-240 V
50 / 60 Hz
AC 220-240 V
50 / 60 Hz
Note
•
Connect to AV2 for a DVD Recorder / VCR supporting Q-Link (p. 43).
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Connect to AV1 for a Satellite receiver.
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For HDMI-compatible equipment, possible to connect to HDMI terminals (HDMI1 / HDMI2) by using HDMI cable
(p. 48).
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Q-Link connection p. 42
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VIERA Link connection p. 42
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Read the manual of the equipment too.
RF cable
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Quick Start Guide
RGB
VIDEO
S VIDEO
RGB
VIDEO
HDMI 1 HDMI 2
AV2AV1
COMPONENT
AUDIO
OUT
AUDIO
IN
Y
PB
P
R
LRL
R
RF OUT
RF IN
RF OUT
RF IN
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Basic Connection
DVD Recorder
or VCR
Fully wired HDMI
compliant cable
Aerial
Mains lead (supplied)
Rear of the TV
Satellite receiver
Example 3
Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR and Satellite receiver
AC 220-240 V
50 / 60 Hz
RF cable
TV, DVD Recorder / VCR and Satellite
SCART cable
(fully wired)
SCART cable
(fully wired)
RF cable
RF cable
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To remove from the TV:
Push until both
side tabs click
Press both tabs
and pull on
mains connector
to release
tabs
Make sure that
the mains lead is
securely fi xed.
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GUIDE
INPUT
ASPECT
OPTION
DIRECT TV REC
PROGRAMME
REC
VCR DVD
TEXT STTL INDEX HOLD
TV
RETURN
EXIT
MENU
OK
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EXIT
Analogue Scan
This will take about 6 minutes.
21 68
Digital Scan 21 68
62
Channel Service Name Type Quality
CBBC Channel Free TV 10
62 BBC Radio Wales Free TV 10
62 E4 Free TV 10
62 Cartoon Nwk Free TV 10
29 Analogue
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33
Free TV: 4 Pay TV: 0 Radio: 0 Data: 0 Analogue: 2
Searching
BBC1 Analogue
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Sending Preset Data
Please wait!
Remote control unavailable
0% 100%
Owner ID
EXIT
RETURN
Please enter new PIN
PIN
* * * *
PIN entry
0 9
Please select your viewing environment.
Home Shop
Plug the TV into mains socket and switch On
(Takes a few seconds to be displayed)
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Auto Setup
Following the on-screen operation
guide, enter your own choice of PIN
number, name, etc.
•
For detailed procedures
“Owner ID” (p. 37)
•
Make a note of the PIN number
in case you forget it.
Search and store TV programmes automatically.
These steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed by your local dealer.
■ When inputting Owner ID
Auto Setup is now complete and your TV is ready for viewing.
■ When inputting Owner ID later
EXIT
•
You can now use the remote
control to turn On the TV or turn
the TV to standby mode.
(Power LED: On)
2
•
If you input the ID later
“Owner ID” (p. 37)
•
If Q-Link, or similar technology
(p. 43), compatible recorder is
connected, analogue programme
information is automatically
downloaded to the recorder.
(Digital programme information is
not downloaded.)
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Auto Setup will start to search for
TV programmes and store them in
the numbered order as specifi ed
by the broadcasters.
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To check programme list
at-a-glance
“Using TV Guide” (p. 20)
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To edit programmes
“Editing Programmes” (p. 32)
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“Shop” and “Home” are equal
to “Dynamic” and “Normal”
respectively - “Viewing Mode” in
“Picture Menu” (p. 26)
3
Select the picture setting
select
set
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Quick Start Guide
Owner ID
EXIT
RETURN
Please enter new PIN
PIN
* * * *
PIN entry
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On-screen operation
guide will help you.
■ ON SCREEN HELP Instructions box
(example: Owner ID)
Many features available on this TV can be accessed via the On Screen Display
menu.
Note
•
If tuning has failed “Auto Setup” (p. 35)
•
If downloading has failed “Q-Link Download” (p. 27)
•
To initialize all settings “Shipping Condition” (p. 36)
•
If you turned the TV Off during Standby mode last time, the TV will be in Standby mode when you turn the TV On
with Mains power On / Off switch.
■ How to use remote control
•
Auto Setup
Using the
On Screen
Displays
MENU
Open the main menu
Move the cursor / select the menu
Move the cursor / adjust levels / select from a range of options
Access the menu / store settings after adjustments have been made or options
have been set
RETURN
Return to the previous menu
EXIT
Exit the menu system and return to the normal viewing screen
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DIRECT TV REC
PROGRAMME
REC
TEXT INDEX
VCR DVD
RETURN
TV
INPUT
EXIT
OK
OPTION
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ASPECT
MENU
GUIDE
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20 : 00 ~ 20 : 55
Now
For info press
Change category
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■ Select a programme using Information banner (p. 15)
Possible to confi rm the programme name before selecting programmes.
Watching TV
Select a programme
up
3
2
Note
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To watch pay-TV
p. 31
Select DVB (Digital Video Broadcasting) or
Analogue mode
Information banner appears
whenever you select a
programme
•
For details p. 15
Turn power on
(Press for about 1 second)
•
Mains power On / Off switch should be On. (p. 8)
down
or
1
•
Also possible to select the mode using the
TV button on the front panel of the TV. (p. 8)
•
To select the two or three-digit
programme number, e.g. 39
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(in a short time)
Display Information banner
if it is not displayed
While the banner is displayed,
select the programme
•
Possible to set display
timeout in “Banner Display
Timeout” (p. 27).
■ Select a programme using TV Guide (p. 20)
Possible to confi rm the TV Guide (EPG) before selecting programmes.
Select the event
now on the air
Display
TV Guide
GUIDE
Select “View”
View
Eastender
19:30- 20:00
Timer Programming
HOLD
Freeze / unfreeze picture
Hold
Display
subtitles
STTL
Display / hide subtitles (if available)
•
To change the language for DVB (if available)
“Preferred Subtitles” (p. 27)
■ Other useful functions
select
access
select programme
watch
Volume
select
watch
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Viewing
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Watching TV
■ Other useful functions
Display the
selectable
settings for
the current
programme
OPTION
Check or change the current
programme status instantly
•
To change
Multi Audio (DVB mode)
Allows you to select between alternative
language for sound tracks (if available)
Subtitle Language (DVB mode)
Allows you to select the language in which
subtitles should appear (if available)
NICAM (Analogue mode)
Sound Menu (p. 26)
Volume Correction
Adjusts volume of individual programme or
input mode
Audio Description (DVB mode)
Select “On” if the programme has Audio
Description service, then you will hear an
additional audio track to describe events
on-screen
Note
•
Also possible to change the settings in Menu list (p. 26 and p. 27).
Mute
Sound mute On
Bad signal
Poor TV signal quality
Encrypted
Scrambled programme
AD
Audio Description service available
•
This function can aid visually-impaired
viewers by adding an additional audio
track to describe events on-screen.
•
For settings p. 26
Subtitles
Subtitle service available
TXT
Teletext service available
Multi Audio
Multiple audio available
Stereo, Mono
Audio mode
1 - 90
Off Timer remaining time
•
For settings p. 16
•
To confi rm another tuned
programme name
•
To watch the programme
listed in the banner
•
To change the category
blue
•
To hide
EXIT
•
Information on the next event
(DVB mode)
•
To set display timeout
“Banner Display Timeout” (p. 27)
•
Extra information (press again to hide the banner)
(DVB mode)
Display Information banner
•
Also appears when changing a programme
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Mute Encrypted
20 : 00 ~ 20 : 55
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For info press
Change category
Profile 1
SubtitlesAD TXT Multi Audio 45
Current time Category
•
“AD”, “Subtitles”, “TXT”, “Multi Audio” indications are
displayed as available on particular programmes, but may not
be available for all individual programmes being broadcast.
Display the extra information to confi rm availability of these
functions.
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AD
20 : 00 ~ 20 : 55
Now
Exit info
Change category
All DVB Services
[AD]
Example:
Programme type
(if it is Radio or Data service)
ProgrammeEvent
Example:
DVB: Event Start / Finish time
Analogue: Programme status
Features available / Message meanings
Display
Information
banner
change
select
16
■ Other useful functions
Watching TV
Auto 16:9
The best ratio is chosen
and the picture expanded
to fi ll the screen.
For details p. 50
Directly displays the
image at “16:9” without
distortion (anamorphic).
14:9 4:3
Displays the
image at the standard
“14:9” without distortion.
Displays the image at the
standard “4:3” without
distortion.
Zoom1 Zoom2
Displays a “16:9” letterbox
or “4:3” image without
distortion.
Displays a “16:9” letterbox
(anamorphic) image
full-screen without
distortion.
Zoom3
Displays a “2.35:1” letterbox (anamorphic)
image full-screen without distortion. At “16:9”,
displays the image at its maximum
(with slight enlargement).
Off Timer
Main Menu
VIERA Link
Picture
Sound
Setup
1/3
Timer Programming
DVB Profile Edit
DVB Service List
Link Settings
Child Lock
Tuning Menu
Off Timer
GUIDE Plus+ Settings
Power on Preference TV
Setup Menu
Off
MENU
Display the
menu
Select “Setup” Select “Off Timer” and set the time
set
select
•
To cancel Set to “Off” or turn the TV off.
•
To display the remaining time Information banner (p. 15)
•
When the remaining time is within 3 minutes, the remaining time will fl ash on screen.
Turn the TV off automatically after a fi xed period
Change
aspect
ratio
Select
Change
EXIT
RETURN
Aspect Selection
16:9
14:9
4:3
Zoom1
Zoom2
Zoom3
Auto
A
SPECT
Change the aspect ratio
Enjoy viewing the picture at its optimum size and aspect.
Aspect
Selection list
•
To change the mode using the ASPECT button only
A
SPECT
(Press repeatedly until you reach the desired mode)
Display Aspect
Selection list
A
SPECT
While the list is displayed,
select the mode
Note
•
Not available when Subtitle is active in DVB mode.
•
Not available in Analogue teletext mode.
•
Aspect mode can be memorized separately for SD (Standard defi nition) and HD (High
defi nition) signals.
access
select
store
select
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Viewing
PROGRAMME
REC
VCR DVD
STTL INDEX HOLD
ASPECT
OPTION
DIRECT TV REC
GUIDE
RETURN
EXIT
MENU
TV
INPUT
OK
VCR
132
465
798
0
TEXT
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TXT
20 : 00 ~ 20 : 55
Now
For info press
Change category
Profile 1
TEXT
Viewing Teletext
Switch to Teletext
How to use
In all cases, it is possible to navigate the pages using buttons on the
remote control, but because the commands available must apply to all
manufacturers of DVB equipment, some on screen commands may
not correspond exactly to the remote control buttons.
For example:
•
When “select” or “go” is displayed
•
When “◄”, “►”, “▲”, “▼” symbol is displayed
•
When the key words are displayed on colour bar
red green yellow blue
•
When options with numbers are displayed
VCR
132
465
798
0
•
When “i” is displayed (information)
■ To return to TV
TEXT
3
You can enjoy news, weather forecasts and subtitles, etc. (depending on the broadcaster)
Note
•
As soon as you switch to a DVB programme with links to a teletext service,
software is downloaded in the background to enable the teletext function.
This means that when switching to a DVB programme, you should wait for
approximately 5 seconds before pressing the TEXT button - this will allow
the software to download. If you press the TEXT button before download is
complete, there will be a short delay before the text screen is displayed.
•
While navigating DVB teletext, you will fi nd there is a short delay when
moving between pages while the page downloads. There is often a prompt
shown somewhere on the page (for example “Loading”) to let you know that
this is happening.
DVB mode
DVB teletext services
DVB teletext services differ greatly from analogue teletext.
When you switch to a DVB teletext service, the images
you see can contain graphics and text, laid out and
controlled in a manner decided by the broadcaster.
Displayed if programme has
teletext service
1
If in Analogue mode
Select DVB
Information
banner
(p. 15)
2
•
Viewing Teletext
•
Watching TV
•
You can check if the programme
has teletext service.
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PROGRAMME
REC
VCR DVD
ASPECT
OPTION
DIRECT TV REC
GUIDE
RETURN
TV
INPUT
MENU
OK
VCR
TEXT STTL INDEX HOLD
132
465
798
0
EXIT
<< 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 >>
TELETEXT
INFORMATION
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MENU
MENU
red
green
TEXT
VCR
132
465
798
0
FULL /
TOP /
BOTTOM
Reveal
hidden
data
(TOP) (BOTTOM)
■ Re-hide
red
Reveal hidden words e.g. quiz page answers
Switch to Teletext
Select the page
3
Analogue mode
■ To adjust contrast
MENU
(Press twice)
■ To return to TV
EXIT
1
If in DVB mode
Select Analogue
•
Displays the
index page
(content varies
depending on the
broadcasters)
What is FASTEXT mode (default)?
In FASTEXT mode, four differently coloured subjects are situated at the bottom of the screen. To access more
information about one of these subjects, press the appropriately coloured button. This facility enables fast access to
information on the subjects shown.
What is List mode?
In List mode, four differently coloured page numbers are situated at the bottom of the screen. Each of these
numbers can be altered and stored in the TV’s memory. (“Store frequently viewed pages”, p. 19)
■ To change mode “Teletext” in Setup Menu (p. 27)
Time / date
Sub page number
Colour bar
2
Current
page
number
(Expand the BOTTOM half)
Viewing Teletext
Normal (FULL)
(Expand the TOP half)
red
green
yellow
blue
(Corresponds to the colour bar)
or
or
up
down
As the blue bar is displayed
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