Panasonic VIERA TX-37LZD81AZ Operating Instructions Manual
TQB4GC0085
Model No.
TX-37LZD81AZ
Operating Instructions
LCD TV
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.
English
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Turn your own living room into a movie theatre!
Experience an amazing level of multi-
Receive digital terrestrial services using an integrated Digital TV tuner
Sharp pictures with HDMI terminal
Create home theatre and DVD recorder link-ups with
“VIERA Link” without complicated settings!
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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 / Important Installation Notices)
Be Sure to Read
Advanced Features
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How to Use Menu Functions (picture, sound quality, etc.)
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Editing Programmes ································· 26
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Tuning Programmes ·································· 28
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Digital TV Settings (Digital TV mode) ········ 30
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Control Programme Audience ··················· 31
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Restore Settings ······································ 32
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Input Labels ·············································· 33
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Displaying PC Screen on TV ····················· 34
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HDMI Functions ········································35
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Viewing from SD Card (Photos) ················ 36
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VIERA Link “HDAVI ControlTM” ··················· 38
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External Equipment ··································· 42
Basic Features
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Watching TV ·············································· 12
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Using Freeview Guide ······························· 16
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Viewing Teletext ········································ 17
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Watching Videos and DVDs ······················ 20
Enjoy your TV!
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Technical Information ································44
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FAQs ·························································47
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Maintenance ············································· 49
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Licence ······················································ 49
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Specifi cations ············································ 50
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WARRANTY ·············································· 51
FAQs, etc.
Basic Connection
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Accessories / Options
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Identifying Controls
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Auto Tuning
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Quick Start Guide
SD memory card
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Safety Precautions
If you fi nd any
abnormality,
remove the
mains plug immediately!
AC 220-240 V,
50 / 60 Hz
Warning
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.
Do not touch the mains plug with a wet hand. (This may cause 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.
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. 8).
Power source
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This TV is designed to operate on 220-240 V,
50 / 60 Hz AC.
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Important Installation Notices
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10
10 10
(cm)
Minimum distance
15°
463.5 mm
380 mm
15°
(View from the top)
Set the mark at the centre as illustrated,
to have the swivel positioned at the
centre of the rotation angle.
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Install TV on a stable surface
If a television is not positioned in a suffi ciently stable location, it can be potentially hazardous due to falling.
Many injuries, particularly to children, can be avoided by taking simple precautions such as:
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Using cabinets or stands recommended by the manufacturer of the television.
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Only using furniture that can safely support the television.
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Ensuring the television is not overhanging the edge of the supporting furniture.
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Not placing the television on tall furniture (for example, cupboards or bookcases) without anchoring both the
furniture and the television to a suitable support.
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Not standing the televisions on cloth or other materials placed between the television and supporting furniture.
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Educating children about the dangers of climbing on furniture to reach the television or its controls.
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When cleaning the TV, remove the mains plug
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Cleaning an energized TV may cause electrical shock.
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When the TV is not going to be used for a long period of time, remove the mains plug
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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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Transport only in upright position
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Allow suffi cient space around the TV for radiated heat
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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.
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Do not block the rear air vents
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Blocked ventilation by newspapers, table cloths, curtains, etc. may cause overheating, fi re or electrical shock.
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Do not expose your ears to excessive volume from the headphones
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Irreversible damage can be caused.
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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.
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Keep the TV away from these types of equipment
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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).
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Adjust the LCD panel to your desired angle
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Ensure that the pedestal does not hang over
the edge of the base even if the TV swivels to
the full rotation range.
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Do not place any objects or hands within the
full rotation range.
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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.
Note
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Do not put the RF cable close to the mains lead to avoid noise.
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Do not place the RF cable under the TV.
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To obtain optimum quality picture and sound, an Aerial, the correct cable (75 Ω coaxial) and the correct
terminating plug are required.
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If a communal Aerial system is used, you may require the correct connection cable and plug between the wall
Aerial socket and the TV.
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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.
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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
Mains lead
Aerial
TV only
Rear of the TV
AC 220-240 V, 50 / 60 Hz
RF cable
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Quick Start Guide
RF IN
RF OUT
AUDIO
OUT
VIDEO
OUT
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Basic Connection
Example 2
Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR
Mains lead
Aerial
TV, DVD Recorder or VCR
Rear of the TV
DVD Recorder or VCR
AC 220-240 V, 50 / 60 Hz
Note
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VIERA Link connection p. 38
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If your recorder is not available for Digital TV p. 48
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Read the manual of the equipment too.
RF carble
RF carble
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TV
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Accessories / Options
Installing remote’s batteries
Caution
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Incorrect installation may cause battery leakage and corrosion, resulting in damage to the remote control.
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Do not mix old and new batteries.
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Do not mix different battery types (such as alkaline and manganese batteries).
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Do not use rechargeable (Ni-Cd) batteries.
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Do not burn or breakup batteries.
Batteries must not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fi re or the like.
Optional accessories
Wall-hanging
bracket
TY-WK32LR2W
WARNING!
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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
your unit will void your warranty.
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Always be sure to ask a qualifi ed technician to carry out set-up.
Incorrect fi tting may cause equipment to fall, resulting in injury and
product damage.
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Do not mount the unit directly below ceiling lights (such as
spotlights, fl oodlights or halogen lights) which typically give off high
heat. Doing so may warp or damage plastic cabinet parts.
How to remove the TV Stand
Remove four screws.
Rear of the TV
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.
Batteries for the Remote
Control Transmitter
(2)
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R6 (AA)
Remote Control Transmitter
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N2QAKB000066 or
N2QAYB000228
Standard accessories
Check that you have the accessories and items shown
Operating Instructions
with Warranty statement
1
Pull open
Hook
2
Note the correct
polarity (+ or -)
Close
Cleaning cloth
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Quick Start Guide
TV
PROGRAMME
GUIDE
POWER
INPUT
RETURN
EXIT
MENU
OK
OPTION SD CARDASPECT
R G Y B
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INFO MUTE
Identifying Controls
Cursor buttons
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Makes selections and adjustments
Standby On / Off switch
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Switches TV On or Off standby
Sound Mute
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Switches sound mute On or Off
Guide (p. 16)
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Displays Freeview Guide
Programme Up / Down
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Selects programme in sequence
Numeric buttons
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Changes programme and teletext pages
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When in Standby mode, switches TV On
OK
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Confi rms selections and choices
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Press after selecting programme positions
to quickly change programme (Digital TV)
(p. 12)
Volume Up / Down
Programme Information
(p. 13)
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Displays programme information
Index (p. 19)
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Returns to the teletext index page
(teletext mode)
Coloured buttons
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Used for the selection, navigation and
operation of various functions
Return
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Returns to the previous menu
VCR / DVD Panasonic equipment
operations (p. 21)
Teletext (p. 17)
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Switches to teletext mode
VIERA Link Menu (p. 39)
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Press to access VIERA Link Menu directly
Main Menu (p. 22)
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Press to access VIERA Link, Picture,
Sound and Setup Menus
Option Menu (p. 14)
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Easy setting for viewing and sound
options
Aspect (p. 15)
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Changes aspect ratio from
Aspect Selection list
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Also possible by pressing this button
repeatedly until you reach the desired
aspect
Subtitles (p. 13)
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Displays Subtitles
Input mode selection
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TV - switches Digital TV / Analogue TV
mode (p. 12)
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AV - switches to AV input mode from Input
Selection list (p. 20)
Exit
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Returns to the normal viewing screen
SD Card (p. 37)
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Switches to SD Card viewing mode
Hold
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Freeze / unfreeze picture (p. 13)
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Holds the current teletext page (teletext
mode) (p. 19)
C.A.T.S. (Contrast Automatic
Tracking System) sensor
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Senses brightness to adjust
picture quality in “Eco” mode
in Picture Menu (p. 24)
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
Changes the
input mode
Remote control signal receiver
Power LED
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Standby: red
On: green
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When using the remote control, indicates the TV has
received a command.
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.
Function select
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Volume / Contrast / Brightness / Colour / Sharpness /
Tint (NTSC mode) / Bass / Treble / Balance / “Digital TV Auto
Tuning” or “Analogue TV Auto Tuning” (p. 28)
SD Card slot (p. 37)
Headphones
jack (p. 42)
AV4 terminals
(p. 42)
HDMI3 terminal
(p. 42)
Swing door to open
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Identifying Controls
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Accessories / Options
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INPUT
ASPECT
OPTION
DIRECT TV REC
VCR
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REC
VCR DVD
TEXT F.P. INDEX HOLD
TV
POWER
RETURN
EXIT
MENU
OK
Auto Tuning
This will take about 6 minutes.
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RF Ch Service Name Type Quality
ABC TV Sydney Digital TV 10
3 SBS DIGITAL 1 Digital TV 10
4 FTV guide Digital TV 10
7 7 Digital Digital TV 10
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Analogue TV
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Digital TV: 4 Radio: 0 Analogue TV: 2
Searching
BBC1
Analogue TV
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Analogue TV Scan 1
120
Digital TV Scan 21 69
Please select your viewing environment.
Home Shop
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“Home” is the recommended
mode for viewing at home. Select
“Home” for optimal picture / power
consumption. “Shop” is for in-store
display.
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If “Shop” is selected, the word
“Shop” appears every time the TV
is switched on. (p. 12)
Home: “Viewing Mode” is set as
“Normal”. (p. 24)
Shop: “Viewing Mode” is set as
“Dynamic”. (p. 24)
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Select the picture setting
Plug the TV into mains socket and switch On
(Takes a few seconds to be displayed)
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Auto Tuning
Search and store TV programmes 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.
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You can now use the remote
control to turn On the TV or
turn the TV to standby mode.
(Power LED: On)
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To edit programmes
Editing Programmes (p. 26)
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Auto Tuning will start to search
for TV programmes and store
them. The sorted programme
order depends upon the TV
signal, the broadcasting system
and reception conditions.
select
set
2
Start Auto Tuning
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Quick Start Guide
Select
EXIT
Change
RETURN
Mode Music
Bass
Treble
Balance
Headphone Volume
Surround Off
Volume Correction
Speaker Distance to Wall
Over 30cm
MPX
Sound Menu 1/2
Stereo
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16
16
Page up
Page down
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Auto Tuning
(example: Sound Menu)
On-screen operation guide will help you.
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ON SCREEN HELP Instructions box
Many features available on this TV can be accessed via the On Screen Display
menu.
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How to use remote control
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
Note
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If tuning has failed “Digital TV Auto Tuning” or “Analogue TV Auto Tuning” (p. 29)
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To initialize all settings “Shipping Condition” (p. 32)
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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.
12
RETURN
DIRECT TV REC
PROGRAMME
REC
VCR DVD
TEXT INDEX
GY
TV
ASPECT
POWER
RB
OK
OPTION
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MENU
GUIDE
1 TEN Digital
10:30 am
Coronation Street
9:00 am - 11:00 am
Now
Select FAV List
All Digital Services
Cartoon Nwk
All Digital Services
BBC Radio Wales
BBC Radio Cymru
BBC ONE Wales
BBC THREE
BBCi
CBBC Channel
6
7
8
1
2
3
4
Select
Connect
EXIT
RETURN
Page up
Page down
POWER
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Select a programme using Information banner (p. 13)
Possible to confi rm the programme name before selecting programmes.
Select a programme
up
Volume
3
2
Select Digital TV or Analogue TV mode
Information banner appears
whenever you select a
programme
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For details p. 13
Turn power on
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Mains power On / Off switch should be On. (p. 9)
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If “Shop” is displayed on the top right of the screen,
reset settings in “Shipping Condition” (p. 32), and
select “Home” in “Auto Tuning” (p. 10).
down
or
1
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Also possible to select the mode using the
TV button on the front panel of the TV. (p. 9)
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To select the two or three-digit
programme number, e.g. 39
3 9 (in a short time)
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If one or two-digit programme number
quickly changes the
programme
Display Information banner
if it is not displayed
While the banner is displayed,
select the programme
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Possible to set display
timeout in “Banner Display
Timeout” (p. 25).
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Select a programme using Freeview Guide
(p. 16)
Possible to confi rm the Freeview Guide (EPG) before selecting
programmes.
Display Freeview Guide
GUIDE
select programme
watch
Select the programme
select programme
watch
Note
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When the TV is switched
to standby, there will be a
clicking sound after a short
delay. This is normal.
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To select from the Programme List
select
programme
watch
INFO
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Viewing
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Watching TV
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Other useful functions
Display
Information
banner
Sound mute On
, I,
II
,
Audio mode (Analogue TV mode) (p. 45)
Dolby D +, Dolby D
Dolby Digital Plus or Dolby Digital audio
track (Digital TV mode)
Rating:
Rating information (Digital TV mode)
(p. 44)
Bad signal
Poor TV signal quality (Digital TV mode)
Encrypted
Scrambled programme (Digital TV mode)
Subtitle service available (Digital TV mode)
Teletext service available
Multiple audio available (Digital TV
mode)
1 - 90
Off Timer remaining time
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For settings see below
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To confi rm another tuned
programme name
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To change the category
B
( To select a Profi le List
if you have defi ned)
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Information on the next event
(Digital TV mode)
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To watch the programme
listed in the banner
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To download new software to TV
R “System Update Search Now”
(p. 30)
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To hide
EXIT
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To set display timeout
“Banner Display Timeout” (p. 25)
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Extra information
INFO
(press again to hide the banner)
(Digital TV mode)
INFO
Display Information banner
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Also appears when changing a programme
1 TEN Digital
10:30 am
Coronation Street
Rating: PGR Bad Signal
45
9:00 am - 11:00 am
Now
All Digital Services
Software update
Select FAV List
Current time Category
Programme
Event
Example:
Digital TV: Event Start / Finish time
Analogue TV: Programme status
Features available / Message meanings
HOLD
Freeze / unfreeze picture
Hold
Display
subtitles
STTL
Display / hide subtitles (if available)
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To change the language for Digital TV (if available)
“Preferred Subtitles” (p. 25)
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Watching TV
Display the
selectable
settings for
the current
programme
OPTION
Check or change the current
programme status instantly
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To change
select
change
Audio selection (Digital TV mode)
Sound Menu (p. 24)
Allows you to select between alternative
language for sound tracks (if available)
Video Selection (Digital TV mode)
Allows you to select the image (if available)
Subtitle Language (Digital TV mode)
Allows you to select the language in which
subtitles should appear (if available)
Volume Correction
Adjusts volume of individual programme or
input mode
MPX (Analogue TV mode)
Sound Menu (p. 24)
Note
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Also possible to change the settings in Menu list (p. 24 and p. 25).
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Other useful functions
Off Timer
Main Menu
VIERA Link
Picture
Sound
Setup
1/2
Digital TV Favourites Edit
Digital TV Service List
Digital TV Tuning Menu
Off Timer
Preferred Subtitle
Teletext
Shipping Condition
Child Lock
System Update
Setup Menu
Off
TOP
English
MENU
Display the
menu
Select “Setup”
access
select
Select “Off Timer” and set the time
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To cancel Set to “Off” or turn the TV off.
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To display the remaining time Information banner (above)
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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
set
select
15
Viewing
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Other useful functions
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Watching TV
Change
aspect
ratio
16:9 14:9
Directly displays the
image at “16:9” without
distortion (anamorphic).
Displays the
image at the standard
“14:9” without distortion.
Just 4:3
Displays a “4:3”
image full-screen.
Stretching is only
noticeable at the left and
right edges.
Displays the image at the
standard “4:3” without
distortion.
4:3 Full Zoom1
Displays a “4:3” image
enlarged horizontally to fi t
the screen.
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Only available when
HD signals are received
Displays a “16:9” letterbox
or “4:3” image without
distortion.
Zoom2 Zoom3
Displays a “16:9” letterbox
(anamorphic) image
full-screen without
distortion.
Displays a “2.35:1”
letterbox (anamorphic)
image full-screen
without distortion. At “16:9”,
displays the image at its
maximum (with slight
enlargement).
A
SPECT
Change the aspect ratio
Enjoy viewing the picture at its optimum size and aspect.
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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
Select
Change
EXIT
RETURN
Aspect Selection
16:9
Just
14:9
4:3 Full
4:3
Zoom1
Zoom2
Zoom3
Aspect
Selection list
Note
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Only “16:9” is available in Digital TV mode.
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Only “16:9” and “4:3” are available in PC mode.
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Not available in teletext mode.
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Aspect mode can be memorized separately for SD (Standard defi nition) and HD (High
defi nition) signals. (except Digital TV mode)
store
select
16
POWER
INPUT
RETURN
OPTIONASPECT
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TV
GUIDE
EXIT
OK
Y B
Using Freeview Guide
Using Freeview Guide enables you to select programme easily, view event informations, etc.
Freeview Guide―Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) provides an on-screen listing of the programmes
currently broadcast and the future broadcasts over the next seven days (depending on the
broadcasters).
Note
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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 Freeview Guide is completely shown.
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To return to TV
EXIT
GUID
E
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To scroll through channels
select
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To watch the highlighted
programme
watch
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To return to the Freeview
Guide Listings
GUID
E
View Freeview Guide
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Each time pressed, the screen will be switched between the Freeview
Guide Listing and What’s on Now / Next.
Parental Rating captioning Information
Watch TV
Prog
OK
Now/Next
EPG
8.30pm Lost
Wed 2 Apr
Prev DayChnl Next Day
9.30pm Dirty Sexy Money
10.30pm The Knights Of
Prosperity
10.55pm Entourage
11.30pm Reality Bites:
Bodyshock - Half Ton...
Sayid confronts Ben's spy on the
freighter, and Ben urges daughter
Alex to flee Locke's camp in order
to survive an impending attack.
TV ONE, 9.00pm
Example: Freeview Guide Listing
Current channel’s
programme listing
Current day & date
Programme
currently viewed
Watch TV
Chnl
OK
Listings
EPG
2 TV2 Now Lost8.30pm
9.00pmWed 2 AprWhat's on now/next.
Next Dirty Sexy Money9.30pm
Now Criminal Intent8.30pm
Next Law & Order9.30pm
Now Celebrity Joker Poker8.30pm
Next It's Always Sunny In Philadelp...9.30pm
Now NZ Doco: Children of the Revol...8.30pm
Next Te Tepu9.30pm
Now Talk Talk8.30pm
Next The Gravy9.30pm
3TV3
4C4
5Māori Television
6TVNZ6
Example: What’s on Now / Next
Current time & date
Channel listing
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To the previous day
Y
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To the next day
B
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To scroll through
programme or channel
Parental rating
& captioning
information
Description
programme
channel
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