Panasonic Viera TH-58PZ700A Operating Instructions Manual
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EXIT
RETURN
OPTION
SD CARD
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STTL
INFO MUTE
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YBR
ASPECT
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Operating Instructions
Plasma Television
English
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.
TQBC2231
Model No. TH-58PZ700A
2
Turn your own living room into a movie theatre!
Experience an amazing level of multi-
Full HD Plasma Panel
Trade Mark of the DVB Digital Video Broadcasting Project (1991 to 1996)
TH-58PZ700A Declaration of Conformity No 4597, 28 February 2007
Receive digital terrestrial services using an integrated (Digital Video Broadcasting) tuner
Sharp pictures with HDMI terminal
Create home theatre and DVD recorder link-ups with
“VIERA Link” without complicated settings!
3
Viewing Advanced FAQs, etc.Quick Start Guide
media excitement
Enjoy rich multi-media
Camcorder
Amplifi er with
Speaker system
VCR
DVD player
DVD Recorder
Personal
computer
Set top box
Contents
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Safety Precautions ······································ 4
(Warning / Caution)
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Notes ··························································· 5
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Maintenance ··············································· 5
Be Sure to Read
Advanced Features
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How to Use Menu Functions ····················· 18
(picture, sound quality, etc.)
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DVB Settings (DVB) ·································· 22
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Editing and Setting Channels ····················24
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Restore Settings ······································ 26
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Input Labels ·············································· 27
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Displaying PC Screen on TV ····················· 28
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HDMI Functions ········································29
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Viewing from SD Card (Photos and Movies)
··· 30
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VIERA Link “HDAVI ControlTM” ··················· 32
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External Equipment ··································· 34
Basic Features
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Watching TV ·············································· 10
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Using TV Guide ········································· 12
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Watching Videos and DVDs ······················ 14
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Viewing Teletext ········································16
Enjoy your TV!
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Technical Information ································36
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FAQs ·························································40
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Licence ······················································ 42
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Specifi cations ············································ 43
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WARRANTY ·············································· 44
FAQs, etc.
Accessories / Options
·········· 6
Identifying Controls
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Basic Connection
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Auto Tuning
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Quick Start Guide
SD memory card
4
Safety Precautions
If you fi nd any
abnormality,
remove the
mains plug immediately!
AC 220-240 V
50 / 60 Hz
Warning
Keep liquids away from the TV
To prevent damage which may result in fi re or
shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to
dripping or splashing.
Do not place containers with water (fl ower vase,
cups, cosmetics, etc.) above the TV. (including on
shelves above, etc.)
Do not remove covers
NEVER modify the TV yourself
(High-voltage components may cause serious
electrical shock.)
Have the TV checked, adjusted, or repaired at your
local Panasonic dealer.
Do not place foreign objects
inside the TV
Do not let metal or fl ammable objects drop into the
TV through the air vents (fi re or electrical shock
may result).
Do not expose to direct sunlight
and other sources of heat
Avoid exposing the TV to direct sunlight and other
sources of heat. To prevent fi re never place any
type of candle or naked fl ame on top or near the TV.
Do not allow children to
handle SD card
As with a small object, SD card can be swallowed
by young children. Please remove SD card
immediately after use.
Do not place the TV on sloped
or unstable surfaces
The TV may fall off or tip over.
Use only the dedicated stands
/ mounting equipment
Using an unauthorized stand or other fi xtures may
make the TV shaky, risking injury. Be sure to ask
your local Panasonic dealer to perform setup.
Use optional stands / mounts (p. 6).
Handling the mains plug and lead
Insert the mains plug fully into the socket outlet. (If the mains plug is loose, it could generate heat and cause fi re.)
Ensure that the mains plug is easily accessible.
Ensure the grounding pin on the mains plug is securely connected to prevent electrical shock.
Do not touch the mains plug with a wet hand. (This may cause electrical shock.)
Do not use any mains lead other than that provided with this TV. (This may cause fi re or electrical shock.)
Do not damage the mains lead. (A damaged lead may cause fi re or electrical shock.)
Do not move the TV with the lead plugged in the socket outlet.
Do not place a heavy object on the lead or place the lead near a high-temperature object.
Do not twist the lead, bend it excessively, or stretch it.
Do not pull on the lead. Hold onto the mains plug body when disconnecting lead.
Do not use a damaged mains plug or socket outlet.
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(Cleaning an energized TV may cause
electrical shock.)
When cleaning the TV, remove the
mains plug
Caution
Blocked ventilation by curtains,
etc. may cause overheating, fi re
or electrical shock.
Do not block the rear air vents
Mains plug
Wipe the mains plug with a dry cloth at regular intervals. (Moisture and dust may lead to fi re or electrical shock.)
Maintenance
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 by 100 times of water. Then, using a soft dry cloth, evenly wipe the surface clean until it is dry.
Caution
•
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.
•
Use care not to subject the surface to bug repellent, solvent, thinner, or other volatile substances
(this may degrade surface quality).
Cabinet
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
•
Use care not to subject the TV's surfaces to detergent.
(A liquid inside the TV could lead to product failure.)
•
Use care not to subject surfaces to bug 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 to make contact with a rubber or PVC substance for a long time.
When TV will not be used for a
long time, remove the mains plug
This TV will still consume some power even
in the Off mode, as long as the mains plug is
still connected to a live socket outlet.
Transporting the TV with its display panel
facing upright or downward may cause
damage to the internal circuitry.
Transport only in upright position
Notes
Electronic equipment
In particular, do not place video equipment near the
TV (electromagnetic interference may distort images
/ sound).
Equipment with an infrared sensor
This TV also emits infrared rays (this may affect
operation of other equipment).
Keep the TV away from these equipment
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.
Auto power standby function
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.
To prevent image retention, contrast is lowered
automatically after a few minutes if no signals are
sent or no operations are performed. (p. 40)
Typical still images
Channel number and other logos
Image displayed in 4:3 mode
Video game
Computer image
Allow suffi cient space around the
TV for radiated heat
10
10
107
(cm)
Minimum distance
4.5
6
TV
VOLCH
Accessories / Options
Remote
Control
Transmitter
•
N2QAYB000122
Standard accessories
Check that you have the accessories and items shown
Batteries for the
Remote Control
Transmitter
(2)
•
R6 (AA)
Operating Instructions
Clamper (2)
Mains Lead
Guarantee
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.
Using the clamper
Caution
•
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.
•
Carefully read the instructions accompanying the plasma TV stand or 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)
TY-WK42PV3W
•
Do not bundle the 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 fi x cables.
Snap open
Snap shut
Remove from the TV
Push both side
hooks and pull
out
Rear of the TV
Plasma TV stand
TY-S58PX700W
Pedestal
TY-ST58D2-WK
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Quick Start Guide
OPTION
ASPECT
POWER
SD CARD
EXIT
GUIDE
RETURN
INPUT
SURROUNDMULTI PIP
REC
POWER
INFO MUTE
CH VOL
STTL
GRYB
S VIDEO
AV4 IN
VIDEO L/MONO-R AV IN
AUDIO
P
UL
L
Identifying Controls
•
Identifying Controls
•
Accessories / Options
Cursor buttons to make selections and
adjustments
Standby On / Off switch
(Switches TV On or Off standby)
Sound mute On / Off
Changes aspect ratio (p. 11)
Selects services in sequence
Teletext (p. 16)
OK button to confi rm selections and choices
Press after selecting programme positions to
quickly change programme.
VCR / DVD operations (p. 15)
Volume
Programme Information (p. 11)
Teletext Index (p. 17)
Coloured buttons used for the
selection, navigation and operation of
various functions
EXIT (Returns to TV screen)
Surround (p. 20)
Programme / service change buttons (0-9)
and Teletext page buttons. (p. 10 and p. 16)
When in Standby mode, switches TV On.
Access VIERA Link Menu (p. 33)
TV Guide (p. 12)
Option menu
Sets the preferred settings of the
current programme easily (p. 10)
Main Menu
Press to access VIERA Link, Picture,
Sound and Setup menus (p. 18)
Subtitles
Showing subtitles (p. 10)
Multi window (p. 11)
Viewing SD Card (p. 30)
Returns to the previous menu
Still picture (p. 10)
Teletext Hold (p. 17)
Changes the sound track, if programme has
multiple audio tracks (DVB)
Stereo / Bilingual Sound Selection (p. 37)
(Analogue)
Remote control signal receiver
Power LED
•
Standby: red
On: green
Lift door to open
Mains power
On / Off switch
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 Tuning (p. 24)
Headphones jack
(p. 34)
AV4 terminals
(p. 34)
SD CARD slot (p. 31)
C.A.T.S. (Contrast Automatic Tracking System) sensor
( senses brightness to adjust picture quality in “Auto” Mode in Picture Menu) (p. 20)
HDMI3 terminal
(p. 34)
Changes the input mode
TV -
switches DVB (digital broadcasting)
/ Analogue mode
(p. 10)
AV - changes AV input mode (p. 14)
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PC
AUDIO
IN
L
R
AV1 IN
MONITOR
OUT
COMPONENT
S VIDEO
AUDIO
VIDEO COMPONENT
MONOMONOMONO
Y
L
R
Y
PR/C
R
PB/C
B
PR/C
R
PB/C
B
L
R
AUDIO
VIDEO
AV2 IN AV3 IN
AV1 IN
MONITOR
OUT
COMPONENT
S VIDEO
AUDIO
VIDEO COMPONENT
MONOMONOMONO
Y
L
R
Y
PR/C
R
PB/C
B
PR/C
R
PB/C
B
L
R
AUDIO
VIDEO
AV2 IN AV3 IN
RF IN
RF OUT
PC
AUDIO
IN
L
R
AUDIO
OUT
VIDEO
OUT
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.
When disconnecting the mains lead, be absolutely sure to disconnect the mains plug at the socket outlet fi rst.
Note
•
Do not put the RF cable close to the mains lead to avoid noise.
•
Do not place the RF cable under the TV.
•
To obtain optimum quality picture and sound, an Aerial, the correct cable (75 Ω coaxial) and the correct
terminating plug are required.
•
If a communal Aerial system is used, you may require the correct connection cable and plug between the wall
Aerial socket and the TV.
•
Your local Television Service Centre or dealer may be able to assist you in obtaining the correct Aerial system for
your particular area and the accessories required.
•
Any matters regarding Aerial installation, upgrading of existing systems or accessories required, and the costs
incurred, are the responsibility of you, the Customer.
Example 1
Connecting aerial
Example 2
Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR
TV only
Mains lead
(supplied)
Mains lead (supplied)
DVD Recorder or VCR
RF cable
Aerial
Aerial
Rear of the TV Rear of the TV
RF cable
RF cable
TV, DVD Recorder or VCR
•
If your recorder is not available for DVB p. 41
AC 220-240 V
50 / 60 Hz
AC 220-240 V
50 / 60 Hz
Fastener
•
To unfasten
9
Quick Start Guide
OPTION
SD CARD
INPUT
EXIT
RETURN
POWER
Select State / Territory
Northern Territory
Queensland
Victoria
New South Wales / Australian Capital Territory
Tasmania
South Australia
Western Australia
Auto Tuning - Digital (DVB) and Analogue
EXIT
This will take about 3 mins.
Analogue Tuning 0 75
Digital (DVB) Tuning 6 69
2
RF Ch Service Name Type Quality
ABC TV Sydney DVB 10
3 SBS DIGITAL 1 DVB 10
4
FTV guide
DVB 10
7
7 Digital
DVB 10
9
NINE DIGITAL
DVB 10
CH 29 Analogue
-
CH 33 Analogue
-
Select
EXIT
Change
RETURN
Mode Music
Bass
Treble
Balance
Headphone Volume
Surround Off
Volume Correction
Sound Menu
Reset Sound Defaults Set
•
Auto Tuning
•
Basic Connection
Plug the TV into mains socket and switch On
(Takes a few seconds to be displayed)
1
Auto Tuning
Search and store TV channels automatically.
These steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed by your local dealer.
Auto Tuning is now complete and your TV is ready for viewing.
•
You can now use the remote
control to turn On the TV or
turn the TV to standby mode.
(Power LED: On)
2
•
To edit channels
Editing and Setting Channels (p. 24)
•
If tuning has failed
“Auto Tuning” (p. 24).
•
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.
Select your state
3
Start Auto Tuning
•
Auto Tuning will start to search
for TV services and store them
in the numbered order as
specifi ed by the broadcasters.
select
(example: Sound Menu)
On-screen operation
guide will help you.
■
ON SCREEN HELP Instructions box
Open the main menu
RETURN
Return to the previous 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
Many features available on this TV can be accessed via the On Screen Display menu.
■
How to use remote control
Using the
On Screen
Displays
EXIT
Exit the menu system and
return to the normal viewing screen
10
SD CARD
RETURN
MUTE
SURROUND
REC
POWER
SURROUND
GUIDE
OPTION
POWER
EXIT
CH VOL
GRYB
ASPECT
MULTI PIP
INFO
INPUT
STTL
1 TEN Digital
10:30 am
Corontation Street
9:00 am - 11:00 am
Now
Select FAV List
All DVB Services
POWER
CH
•
To select the two or three-digit programme number, e.g. 39
Watching TV
Select a service
up
3
Turn power on
Mains power On / Off switch should be On.
down
or
1
(in a short time)
2
Select DVB (Digital Video Broadcasting) or Analogue
Information banner
•
You can also select the mode using the TV button on the front panel
of the TV.
■
Select a service using Information banner
■
Select a service using TV Guide
“Using TV Guide” (p. 12)
INFO
select service
watch
1 TEN Digital
10:30 am
Corontation Street
9:00 am - 11:00 am
Now
Select FAV List
All DVB Services
Volume
Freeze / unfreeze picture
Hold
Display the
current
programme
status
O
PTION
Check or change the current
programme status instantly
Volume Correction
Adjusts volume of individual channel or input mode
Note
•
Also possible to change the settings in Menu list (p. 20).
STTL
•
This is the same as turning the teletext on and selecting P801.
•
Channel changing is not possible when this function is active.
Display / hide subtitles (if available)
Display
subtitles
■
Other useful functions (Operate after )
Note
•
When the TV is switched to standby, there will be a clicking sound after a
short delay. This is normal.
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Viewing
•
Watching TV
■
Other useful functions (Operate after )
Change
aspect
ratio
Select
Change
EXIT
RETURN
Aspect Selection
16:9
Just
14:9
4:3 Full
4:3
Zoom1
Zoom2
Zoom3
Change the aspect ratio (p. 36)
Enjoy viewing the picture at its optimum size and aspect.
Aspect Selection list
•
To change the mode
•
To change the mode using the ASPECT button only
(Press repeatedly until you reach the desired mode)
Display Aspect
Selection list
During the list is displayed,
select the mode
Store
Note
•
In DVB mode, aspect ratio is fi xed at 16:9.
Watch TV,
DVD, etc.
in multi
window
DVD
Exit PandP Swap
AV1
AV1
Exit PandP Swap
DVD
AV1DVD
Exit PinP Swap
MULTI PI
P
B
Y
View in multi window (p. 38)
Main screen
Colour bar
Sub screen
•
To exit multi window (return to the single-screen view with main screen)
MULTI PI
P
•
To change the layout, images, fi rst show the colour bar
INFO
To change the layout G
Y
To swap
B
To exit multi window
R
To change the input mode or position of sub screen
•
Remote control operations
apply to the main screen.
Enjoy viewing two images at once, such as a TV programme and a DVD.
Picture-in-Picture mode (PinP)
Picture-and-Picture mode (PandP)
G
Operations in multi window
Swap sub screen
for main screen
Change the input mode or position
by the remote control (p. 10 or p. 14)
Swap again
B
B
Display
information
banner
INFO
Display programme information
1 TEN Digital
10:30 am
Corontation Street
Rating: PGMute Bad Signal
45TEXTSTTL
9:00 am - 11:00 am
Now
All DVB Services
Software update
Select FAV List
Sound
mute
•
To set display timeout
“Banner Display Timeout” (p. 21)
•
To hide
EXIT
•
Appears also when changing service.
•
Information of another channel
•
Information on next programme
(DVB)
•
To watch the programme listed in the banner
•
Information banner operation
INFO
1st press
Display banner
2nd press
Banner + programme synopsis (DVB)
3rd press
Exit
Rating information
(p. 36)
Multiple audio
Off timer
Programme
DVB: Programme
Start / Finish time
Analogue: Programme
Status
Service Current time
Current
favourite list
To change the Fav List
B
(If you have defi ned a Fav List)
Stereo sound
Subtitle
Teletext
Features available
To download new software to TV
R
•
“System Update Search Now” (p. 23)
Weak TV signal
12
OPTION
ASPECT
POWER
SD CARD
INPUT
RETURN
MUTE
STTL
CH VOL
SURROUNDMUTI PIP
REC
POWER
TV
EXIT
GUIDE
INFO
GRYB
All Service s
Free TV
Pay TV
Profile
Profile
Profile
Categor y
All Service s
All Service s
FavList1
FavList2
All DVB Services
All Analogue Services
FavList3
FavList4
Favourites
All Service s
Current Affairs
Education/Information
Infotainment
Special
Comedy
Drama
Documentary
All T ype s
Movie s
New s
Entertainmen t
Spor t
Children’s
Music
Arts/Culture
Prog. type
All T ype s
Select programme
View
EXIT
-24 Hr
Select service
RETURN
+24 Hr Prog.type Favourites
1 TEN DigitalDD D D D
2 ABC TV Sydney
3 SBS DIGITAL 4 FTV guide 7 7 Digital
9:30 am - 10:00 am
10:00 am - 10:30 am
10:30 am - 11:00 am
11:00 am - 11:30 am
11:30 am -
1:00 pm
1:00 pm -
3:00 pm
3:00 pm -
3:10 pm
Wed 12/05/04 10:15 am
Fri 14th May
Prog. type
Favourites
GUIDE
■
To previous day (DVB mode)
R
■
To next day (DVB mode)
G
■
To view a
programme list
of the selected
favourites list
B
■
To view a
programme list
of the
selected type
(DVB mode)
Y
Using TV Guide
select
favourite
list
TV Guide―Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) provides an on-screen listing of programmes currently
broadcast and future broadcasts over the next seven days (depending on the broadcaster).
Analogue broadcasts will be listed after DVB broadcasts. “D” means DVB channel and “A” means
Analogue channel.
View TV Guide
select type
(Favourites list)
(Type list)
■
To return to TV
EXIT
view
(Displays by time)
To list favourite
services (p. 23)
TV Guide
date
Programme Current date and time
Service
Only analogue TV services are listed
view
13
Viewing
•
Using TV Guide
Note
•
When this TV is turned on for the fi rst time, or the TV is switched off for more than a week, it may take some time
before the TV Guide is completely shown.
Watch the
programme
select
Select the programme now on the air
(TV screen)
watch
■
Other useful functions (Operate after viewing TV Guide)
View details
of the
programme
(DVB mode)
TV Guide Thu 05/08/04 10:49 am
View
RETURN
EXIT
Return to List
INFO
Select
the programme
select
Details
To return
to the start page
INFO
View details
14
OPTION
MULTI PIP
SD CARD
EXIT
ASPECT
RETURN
GRYB
F.P.
RECALL MUTE
VOL
SURROUND
CH
POWER
MUTI PIP
INPUT
REC
POWER
Watching Videos and DVDs
1
2
Connect the external equipment (VCRs, DVD equipment, etc.) and you can watch the input.
To connect the equipment (p. 8)
The Remote Control is capable of operating some functions of selected Panasonic external equipment.
Select the input mode connected to the equipment
Note
•
If the external equipment has an aspect adjustment function, set to “16:9”.
•
For details, see the manual of the equipment or ask your local dealer.
■
To return to TV
Display the Input select menu
Displays the selected mode
•
You can also select the input using the AV button on the remote
control or the front panel of the TV.
Press the button repeatedly until the desired input is selected.
•
You can label or skip each input modes “Input Labels” (p. 27)
Input Selection
AV1
AV2
AV3
AV4
PC
HDMI1
HDMI2
HDMI3
TV
3
View
select
watch
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