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(See page 6-14) de inicio (vea la p&gina 6-14) For assistance (U.S.A.), please call: 1-800-211-PANA (7262) or visit us at www.panasonic.com/contactinfo For assistance (Puerto Rico), please call: 787-750-4300 or visit us at www.panasonic.com For assistance (Canada), please call: 1-866-330-0014 or visit us at www.vieraconcierge.ca Para solicitar ayuda (EE.UU.), Ilame al:...
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Turn your own living room into a movie theater! Experience an amazing level of multimedia excitement HDAVI Control TM [IZl_ GalleryPlayer GalleryPtayer and the HDAVI Control is a trademark of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. SDHC Logo is a trademark. GalIeryPlayer Logo are trademarks of GalleryPlayer,...
Contents Please read before using the unit @ Safety Precautions ........Enjoy your TV! Basic Features @ Watching TV ..........@ Viewing from SD Card ........ @ Watching Videos and DVDs ....... 20 Advanced Features @ How to Use Menu Functions (picture, sound quality, etc.) .......
Safety Precautions The lightning flash with arrowhead within a triangle CAUTION is intended to teII the user that parts inside the product are a risk of electric shock to persons The exclamation point within a triangle is intended to telt the user that important operating WARNING: To reduce...
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19)An outside a ntenna system should n otbelocated i nthevicinity o foverhead power lines, other e lectric l ight, p ower circuits, or where itcan fallintosuch power lines orcircuits. When installing anoutside a ntenna system, extreme care should b etaken to keep from touching such power lines orcircuits ascontact withthem might befatal.
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Card (U.S. A) [] Customer Care Plan Card (U. S. A) Optional Accessory Wall-hanging bracket (vertical) ® TY-WK32LR2W Please contact your nearest Panasonic dealer to purchase the recommended wall-hanging bracket. For additional details, please refer to the wall-hanging bracket installation manual.
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WARNING e Failure to use a Panasonic bracket or choosing to mount the unit yourself will be done at the risk of the consumer. Any damage resulting from not having a professional installer mount the unit will void your unit's warranty.
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@All cables and external equipment shown in this book are not supplied with the TV. ¢ For the details of the external equipment's connections, please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment. @ For additional assistance, visit us at: www.panasonic.com www.panasonic.ca...
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• ITo] il i[:,[o_ _11 iIJ • I_Y] lI (_o,Zo] ill [_ I/YL@] _,|i | [oN i[:_o,[o] ill V]";] _ o_[o,] DVD Recorder AV Equipment If this source has higher resolution through interlace (e.g. DVD Recorder or progressive signal, connection can be done with or VCR) the use of Component Video or HDMI cable.
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Basic Connection (Continued) ;):_liilp] _[,] il i[;[,_ _ti[, i =lrj =j _;[,(,] _, [;] d'krL_] ;i l;1 i[, l-'f;.IF_I ri(;] (;[_ You can enjoy high-definition programming by subscribing to DVD Recorder high-definition satellite service. Connection can be done with the use of HDMI or Component Video cable.
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@To use HDMI terminals AV OUT HDMI @Connecting to HDMI terminals will enable you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality sound. @ For "VlERA Link connections", please refer to p. 38. _B_To use COMPONENT terminals white AUDIO AV Equipment >...
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Identifying Controls Front of the TV POWER button .=cts channels in sequence Menu navigations up/down Changes the input mode Demonstrates picture quality in vivid mode. (Press any key to cancel the demo.) Power indicator (on: red, off: no light) Remote control sensor Within about 23 feet (7 meters) in front of the TV set.
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First Time Setup "First time setup" is displayed only when the TV is turned on for the first time after the power cord is inserted into a watt outlet and when "Auto power on" (p. 24-25) is set to "No". Turn the TV On with the POWER button POWER Remote)
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First Time Setup (Continued) Auto channel setup _1_Select "Auto program" (_ Select "ANT in" FA_YTn3 Cable: Cable TV Antenna: Antenna _3_Select "Auto" _ Select scanning mode (ALLchannels/Analog o nly/Digital only) • Press to exit from Start scanning the channels a menu screen ®...
Watching TV Connect the TV to a cable box/cable, set-top-box, satellite box, or antenna cable (p. 8-11) Turn power on POWER @ If the mode is not TV, press _YAEO and select TV. (p. 20) Select a channel number I_mm (TV) _-q._ directly...
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Watching TV (Continued) • Other Useful Functions (Operate after O) • Select Audio Mode for watching ® Digital mode Press SAP to select the next audio track (if available) when receiving a digital channel. ® Analog mode Press SAP to select the desired audio mode. •...
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==Set Favorite Feature mUse Favorite Feature Press FAVORITE. Display the SUB MENU. FAVORITE • Press FAVORITE repeatedly MENU change between pages (1t3, 2/3, 3/3, or exit). Press • • or a Numbered key (1-9 select and 0) to highlight a channel on the list.
Viewing from SD Card You can view photos taken with a digital camera or digital video camera and saved on an SD card. (Media other than SD Cards may not be reproduced properly.) Insert the SD card and select "Play SD card now" ®...
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@Insert the card @ Remove the card @Compliant card type ,,,_ Press in lightly on SD (maximum capacity): SDHC Card, then release. Card (16 GB), SD Card (2 GB), miniSD Card (1 GB) (requiring miniSD Card adapter) @For cautions and details on SD Labelsufface Cards (p.
Watching Videos and DVDs If you have applicable equipment connected to the TV, you can watch videos and DVDs on the TV's screen. You can select the external equipment to access. Display the Input select menu With the connected equipment turned On VIDEO Press corresponding...
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If you connect equipment that has "HDAVI Control" function to a TV with HDMI cable, you can use more convenient functions. Please refer to p. 26-29. Before using these functions, you need to set "VIERA Link" setting to "On" as shown below. Display menu Select "Setup"...
How to Use Menu Functions • Menu list Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions so that you can enjoy watching TV best suited for you. Display menu Record now Stop recording VIERA Link control Item Speaker output Reset...
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Adj ustments/Configurations (alternatives) [Record now/Stop recording] Records programs on the recorder immediately with the TV's remote control (p. 28-29). [VlERA Link control] Selects equipment to access and operate. (Recorder/Home theater/Player/Camcorder) (p.28-29) [Speaker output] Selects an audio output. (Home theater/TV) (p. 28-29) ÷...
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How to Use Menu Functions • Menu list Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and Menu Item other functions so that you can enjoy watching TV best suited for you. Display menu Surf mode Language Clock ®...
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(Continued) Adj ustments/Configurations (alternatives) Sets the mode to select the channel with Channel up/down button (All/Favorite/Digital Only/Analog only) [ Surf mode ÷ Favorite: Only channels registered as FAVORITE (p. 17) Selects the screen menu language (p. 13) Language Adjusts the clock (p. 13) Clock Sets channels (p.
VlERA Link is a new name for EZ Sync Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with Panasonic products which have "HDAVl Control" function. This TV supports "HDAVl Control 3" function. Connections to the equipment (DVD recorder DIGA, HD Camcorder, Player theatre, RAM theater, Amplifier, etc.) with HDMI cables allow you to interface them automatically.
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"TV" to "Theater". Sound will be output from the Home Theater whenever the TV is powered on. 3> If the "ONE TOUCH PLAY" key is pressed on the remote control for Panasonic Home Theater system, the following sequence of operations is performed automatically.
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"HDAVI VIERA Link TM Control TM''_ You can enjoy more convenient operation with the "HDAVI Control" function in the "VIERA Link" menu. For more details on the "HDAVt Control" function, refer to p. 26 Display VIERA Link menu VlEr_ Select the item •...
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(Continued) You can select Home theater or TV speakers for audio output. Control theater speakers with the TV's remote control. This function is available only when Panasonic Amplifier or Player theater is connected. IIHome theater: Adjustment for equipment _i_ Select "Speaker output"...
Lock You can lock specified channels or shows to prevent children from watching objectionable content. Display menu Select "Lock" You will be asked to enter your _2_next password each time you display the Lock menu. _)seIect a Lock Input your 4-digit password A 4-digit code must be entered to view a blocked program or change rating settings.
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=inTo select the channel or the rating of the program to be locked Select up to 7 (1-7) channels to be blocked. These channels will be blocked regardless of the program rating. Select "Mode" and set to "Custom" _2_Select channel to lock.
Editing and Setting Channels The current channel settings can be changed according to your needs and reception conditions. Display menu Select "Setup" Select "Program channel" @next (Oselect • Press to exit from a menu screen EXIT Select the function @next {Oselect '_To reset,the...
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Automatically searches andaddsavailable channels t othememory. _1_ Select "ANT in" _3_ Select a scanning mode (p.14) _ Select C ableorAntenna (p.14) _2_ Select "Auto" Settings are made automatically ® After the scanning is completed, select "Apply". (see below (_). ® All previously saved channels are erased. Use this procedure when changing the channel setup or _3_Edit changing the channel display.
Closed Caption Display menu Select "CC" _)next _select • Press to exit from a menu screen EXIT The television includes a built-in decoder that is capable of providing a text display of the audio. The program being viewed must be transmitting Closed Caption (CC) information. (p. 40) •...
Input Labels Display menu Select "Setup" Select "External devices" • Press to exit from a menu screen EXIT Select "Input labels" ® Input labels Devices connected to external input terminals can be labeled for easier identification during input selection. (In selecting input mode from p. 20 _) •...
Using Timer The TV can automatically turn On/Off at the designated date and time. @ The Clock must be set before On time/Off time settings. (p. 13) ® The "Sleep" timer and "On / Off timer" will not work if the "Auto power on" (p. 25) is set. Display menu Select "Timer"...
For other connections, consult the instructions for each piece of equipment and its specifications. For additional assistance, please visit our website at: www.panasonic.com www.panasonic.ca Back of the TV AC 120 V 60 Hz AC Cord (Connect after all the other connections complete.)
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@ When audio from other equipment connected to this unit via HDMI is output using "DIGITALAUDIO OUT" of this unit, the system switches to 2CH audio. (When connecting to an AV amp via HDMI, you can enjoy higher sound quality.) ® About HDMI cable for connecting Panasonic HD camcorder, read the manual of the equipment.
Ratings List for Lock "V-chip" technology enables you to lock channels or shows according to standard ratings set by the entertainment industry. (p. 31) NU.S. MOVIE RATINGS (MPAA) NO RATING (NOT RATED) AND NA (NOT APPLICABLE) PROGRAMS. Movie which has not been rated or where rating does not apply.
Technical Information ® For viewing the CC of digital broadcasting, set the aspect to FULL (If viewing with H-FILL, JUST, ZOOM, or 4:3; characters might be cut off). ® The CC can be displayed on the TV if the receiver (such as a set-top box or satellite receiver) has the CC set On using the Component or HDMt connection to the TV.
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@ Back up the recorded data at regular intervals in case of deteriorated or damaged data or erratic operation of the unit. (Panasonic is not liable for any deterioration or damage of recorded data.) You can view high-definition art and photography purchased on or downloaded to an SD card.
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Technical Information (Continued) HDMI connections to some Panasonic equipment allow you to interface automatically. (p. 26) @ This function may not work normally depending on the equipment condition. @ The equipment can be operated by other remote controls with this function on even if TV is in Standby mode.
You can enjoy your home theater by connecting a Dolby Digital (5.1 channel at ATSC only) decoder and "Multi Channel (ATSC only)" amplifier to the DIGITALAUDIO OUT terminals. ( Caution ) @ Depending on your DVD player and DVD-Audio software the copyright protection function...
Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to resolve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer or Panasonic Service Center for assistance. For details (p. 48, 49) For additional assistance, please contact us via the website at: www.pa nasonic.com/contactinfo...
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If thereisa problem withyourTV,please refertothetablebelow to determine t hesymptoms, thencarryoutthe suggested c heck. I f thisdoesnotsolvetheproblem, please contact y ourlocalPanasonic d ealer, q uoting themodel number a ndserial n umber ( bothfoundontherearof theTV). Chaotic image, noisy Uta m°t [ee Check nearby electrical products No image can be _®...
Specifications AC120V, 60Hz Maximum 124W 142W Standby condition 0.6 W 0.6 W ..Aspect Ratio i 16:9 Visible screen size 26" class (26.0 inches measured diagonally) 32" class (31.5 inches measured diagonally) (W x H x Diagonal) 22.7 " x 12.8 " x 26.0 " 27.5 "...
If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.(collectively referred to as "the warrantor") will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase ("warranty period"), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, or (b) replace it with a new or a refurbished product.
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If removal is required to service the product, it will be at the discretion of the Servicentre and in no event will Panasonic Canada Inc. or the Servicentre be liable for any special, indirect or consequential damages.