TX-32AS500B TX-39AS500B TX-42AS500B TX-50AS500B e HELP English
my Home Screen my Home Screen • Information 10 • How to use 11 • Settings 12 • OSD Colour 13 APPS List • Information 14 • How to use 14 • Settings 15 Watching Basic • Basic connection 16 • Selecting channel 18 • Information banner 19 • Option Menu 21 • Subtitle 23 • Last view 24 • Off Timer 24 • Energy saving functions 24 • Adjusting time 26 • Language 26 External equipment • External connection 28 • Watching external input 32 • Operating with TV’s remote control 34 • HDMI f
• Aspect 40 • Aspect Control Signal 41 • Basic settings 43 • Noise reduction settings 43 • Advanced Settings 44 • Option Settings 46 • Screen Settings 48 • Copy Adjustment 49 For best audio • Sound mode 50 • Basic settings 51 • Volume settings 52 • Voice Guidance Settings 53 • Audio Description 54 • Advanced settings 55 TV Guide • Using TV Guide 57 Teletext • Digital text service 60 • Viewing Teletext 61 • Teletext mode 62 • Teletext Character Set 63 Tuning and editing cha
Media Player Using Media Player • Information 70 • Selecting device / mode 71 • Network device 73 Photo mode • Selecting file 74 • Viewing photo 75 • Sorting photos 75 • Using Slideshow 76 Video mode • Selecting file 80 • Watching video 81 • Video Setup 82 • Audio output settings 83 Music mode • Selecting file 84 • Playing music 84 • Music Setup 85 Technical information • Device handling caution 86 • USB devices 86 • Photo format 87 • Video format 87 • Music for
• Using DLNA 96 Network connections • Internet connection 97 • DLNA connection 98 • Note 100 Network settings • Network Connection 101 • Custom - Wireless 102 • Custom - Wired 105 • Custom - Wireless Access Point 106 • Network Status 107 • my Home Cloud Settings 108 • VIERA Name 108 • TV Remote App Settings 109 • Network Link Settings 110 • File Sharing Settings 111 • Software Update 111 • New Software Message 111 Photos • Selecting file 112 • Viewing photo 113 • Using Slideshow 113 Vide
Technical information • Photo format 122 • Video format 122 • Music format 125 Functions VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” • Summary of VIERA Link 126 • Preparations 130 • Easy playback 131 • Power on Link 131 • Power off Link 131 • Standby Power Save 131 • Intelligent Auto Standby 131 • VIERA Link Control 132 • Speaker Selection 133 • Note 134 Child Lock • Using Child Lock 135 • PIN number 136 • Parental Rating 136 Common Interface • Caution 137 • Using Common Interface 138 Shipping Con
Keyboard • Keyboard 143 Settings Setting menu • How to use 144 Picture • Viewing Mode 146 • Basic settings 146 • Ambient Sensor 147 • Noise reduction settings 147 • Advanced Settings 147 • Option Settings 148 • Screen Settings 149 • Copy Adjustment 149 • Reset to Defaults 149 Sound • Mode 150 • Basic settings 150 • Volume settings 151 • Voice Guidance Settings 152 • Audio Description 153 • Advanced settings 153 • Reset to Defaults 154 Network • Network Connection 155 • Network Status 15
Timer • Off Timer 157 • Time Zone 157 • Auto Standby 157 • No signal Power off 157 Setup • Eco Navigation 158 • TV Guide Settings 158 • USB Device Setup 158 • Child Lock 158 • Tuning Menu 158 • Language 160 • Display Settings 161 • VIERA Link Settings 162 • System Menu 163 • Other Settings 163 Support FAQs • Picture 164 • Digital TV 166 • Analogue TV 167 • Sound 168 • HDMI 169 • Network 170 • Other 171 Maintenance • Care and Cleaning 172 Information • Using Help menu 173 Optional accessories
Licence • Licence 175 OK Menu ●● Letters enclosed in a box indicate remote control buttons. Letters in cyan indicate on-screen display items. References in this eHELP The images shown in this eHELP are for illustrative purposes only.
my Home Screen my Home Screen Information “my Home Screen” is a gateway to the TV, applications, and more. It provides easy access to special features such as Media Player, videos, games, communication tools, etc. as shown below (example). HOME OK OK HOME Home Screen Selected content screen (TV, application, etc.) Home Screen Selection – Your preferred Home Screen can be selected or added.
How to use Home Screen provides access to special features such as Media Player, TV, internet content, data services, communication tools, etc. 1. Display Home Screen with HOME. (Example) ●● The last viewed Home Screen is displayed when the TV is turned on. ●● Press again to select or add your preferred Home Screen layout. my Home Screen > my Home Screen > Settings 2. Select a feature with ●● / / / and press OK to access.
Settings Select the setup menu from the tool guide on the top of the screen. (Example) ■■Home Screen Selection 1. Display Home Screen Selection with HOME. (Example) 2. Select the screen with / and press OK to set. Full Screen TV: Displays full-screen TV. TV Home Screen: To make your TV experience more convenient and comfortable Lifestyle Screen: Displays the TV with useful information and services for everyday life. Info Screen: Enjoy internet content while watching TV.
■■Search You can search the content from various features. 1. Select Search from the tool guide. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions. = Note = ●● To change the colour type of on-screen displays, set OSD Colour. my Home Screen > my Home Screen > OSD Colour ●● To use this function fully, you need a broadband network environment. Ensure the network connections and network settings are completed.
APPS List Information Various applications (internet contents, network contents, Media Player, etc.) can be accessed easily from APPS List. ■■APPS List (Example) = Note = ●● APPS List is subject to change without notice. How to use You can access special features such as internet contents, network contents, Media Player, etc. from APPS List. 1. Display APPS List with APPS. (Example) ●● To exit APPS List EXIT 2. Select an icon of the features with / / / and press OK to access.
Settings You can customise APPS List (screen settings, etc.). 1. Display APPS List with APPS. 2. Select the icon for settings on APPS List with to access. / 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. = Note = ●● Setup menu items may be changed without notice.
Watching Basic Basic connection Please ensure that the unit is disconnected from the mains socket before attaching or disconnecting any cables.
■■DVD Recorder (VCR) / Satellite receiver HDMI terminal HDMI cable Satellite receiver Satellite dish / Terrestrial aerial AV1 (SCART) terminal SCART cable RF cable / SCART cable Terrestrial terminal RF cable DVD Recorder / VCR = Note = ●● For VIERA Link connections Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Summary of VIERA Link ●● External equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this TV. ●● Please also read the manual of the equipment being connected.
Selecting channel 1. Select DVB or Analogue with TV. ●● The selectable modes vary depending on the channels stored. ●● You can also select the mode pressing TV repeatedly. 2. Select a channel with Channel Up / Down or Numeric buttons. ●● DVB channel position begins from number 1 upward. Analogue channel position numbers are in the 0 - 99 range. ■■To select a channel using information banner 1. Display information banner with 2. Select a channel with displayed. / if it is not displayed.
Information banner Display information banner with ●● . Also appears when changing a channel. (Example) Channel position and name Channel type (Radio, HDTV, etc.) / Encrypted channel ( ) ) / TV mode ( Programme Start time / End time (except Analogue) Channel position, etc. (Analogue) Progress time indicator of the selected programme (except Analogue) All DVB Channels / All Analogue Channels / Favourites ●● Press (blue) to switch. (DVB) ●● To list favourite channels, set Favourites Edit.
Also in : Same programme available as HD broadcast ●● To display the extra information for details ●● UK only STTL: Subtitle service available TEXT: Text service available Multi Audio: Multiple audio available Stereo, Mono, NICAM: Audio mode 1 – 90: Off Timer remaining time Watching > Basic > Off Timer ●● To confirm another tuned channel / ●● To watch the channel listed in the banner OK ●● Information on the next programme (DVB) ●● To hide the banner EXIT ●● Extra information (DVB) – Press a
●● To display the introduction banner for the internet service 1) Display the menu with MENU. 2) Select Setup > Display Settings > Smart Banner with OK to access. 3) Select On / Off with ●● / / and press and press OK to set. AD, STTL, TEXT, 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 confirm availability of these functions.
Multi Audio Selects between alternative language or Audio Description for sound tracks (if available). ●● This setting is not memorised and it will return to the default setting once you exit the current programme. ●● For DVB ●● Multi Audio / AD is displayed instead of Multi Audio. (Ireland only) Monaural Audio Selects stereo / monaural (if available). ●● This setting is not memorised and it will return to the default setting once you exit the current programme.
Subtitle ■■DVB Display / hide subtitles (if available) with STTL. ●● To select the preferred subtitle type 1) Display the menu with MENU. 2) Select Setup > Display Settings > Preferred Subtitle Type with and press OK to access. 3) Select Standard / Hard of Hearing with / / and press OK to set. – Hard of Hearing provides aids in understanding and enjoyment with digital channel subtitles (depending on the broadcaster). – Ireland only ●● Preferred Subtitles 1 / 2 in Language are given priority.
Last view Switch to a previously viewed channel or input mode easily with LAST VIEW. ●● Press again to return to the current view. = Note = ●● Switching channel may not be available depending on the condition. ●● Watching less than 10 seconds is not reflected in the previously viewed channel or input mode. Off Timer Turn the TV Standby mode automatically after a fixed period with OFF TIMER. ●● Press repeatedly until desired time appears.
■■Auto Standby 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Timer > Auto Standby with 3. Select On / Off with / / and press OK to access. and press OK to set. Auto Standby (On / Off) Automatically turns the TV to Standby mode for energy saving when no operation is performed for 4 hours. ●● Automatic input switching with the connected equipment affects this function and time-count will be reset. ●● The notification message will appear 3 minutes before going into Standby mode. ■■No signal Power off 1.
■■Radio Mode Sets the timer for turning off the screen automatically when a radio channel is selected. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Display Settings > Radio Mode with to access. 3. Select the time with / / and press OK and press OK to set. 20 / 15 / 10 / 5 / Off (seconds) ●● The sound is active even if the screen turns off. This function is effective in reducing power consumption when listening to a radio channel.
Preferred Audio 1 / 2 Selects the first and second preferred language for digital channel multi audio (depending on the broadcaster). ●● Ireland only Preferred Subtitles 1 / 2 Selects the first and second preferred language for digital channel subtitles (depending on the broadcaster). ●● Ireland only ●● To display subtitles Watching > Basic > Subtitle Preferred Subtitles (English / Welsh / Gaelic / Irish) Selects the preferred language for digital channel subtitles (depending on the broadcaster).
External equipment External connection These diagrams show our recommendations for connection of your TV to various pieces of equipment. For other connections, consult the instructions for each piece of equipment. ●● For basic connection Watching > Basic > Basic connection ●● Check the terminal type and cable plugs are correct when connecting.
■■AV devices AV2 (COMPONENT) terminals Component cables DVD Player AV2 (VIDEO) terminals Composite cables Camcorder / Game equipment - 29 -
■■USB devices USB port USB cable Communication Camera = Note = ●● It is recommended to connect the device to the TV’s USB port directly. ●● Some USB devices or USB HUB may not be used with this TV. ●● You cannot connect any devices by using USB card reader. ●● Additional information for the devices may be on the following website. http://panasonic.
■■To listen with speakers DIGITAL AUDIO Optical digital audio cable Amplifier with speaker system ●● To enjoy multi-channel sound from external equipment (e.g. Dolby Digital 5.1ch), connect the equipment to the amplifier. For the connections, read the manuals of the equipment and amplifier. ●● To select the sound output, set Speaker Setting. Watching > For best audio > Volume settings ■■Headphones Headphone jack M3 stereo mini plug Headphones ●● To adjust volume, set Headphone Volume.
Watching external input Connect the external equipment (VCR, DVD, etc.) and you can watch through the input. 1. Display the input selection menu with AV. 2. Select the input mode connected to the equipment with / and press OK to watch. (The selected mode is displayed on the top left of the screen.) ●● TV receives input signals automatically connecting with SCART when playback starts. – Input signals are automatically identified by the SCART (pin 8) terminal.
■■Input Labels Accesses the input labels list to select the label of each input mode or set to skip unconnected one for easier identification and selection in Input Selection or banner. Watching > Basic > Information banner 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Display Settings > Input Labels with to access. 3. Set with / / / / and press OK and press OK to set. ●● To name each input mode freely, select User input and set characters (maximum 10 characters).
Operating with TV’s remote control You can operate the contents in Media Player / media server, recording functions or the connected equipment with the below buttons of this TV’s remote control.
■■How to change the code Each Panasonic product has its own remote control code. Change the code according to the product for operation. 1. Press and hold Standby On / Off switch during the following operations. 2. Enter the appropriate code as follows with Numeric buttons. ●● Codes for each product and features 70: DVD Recorder, DVD Player, Blu-ray Disc Player 71: Player theatre, Blu-ray Disc theatre 72: VCR 73 (default): Using in Media Player, DLNA features or VIERA Link 3. Press to change.
■■Applicable HDMI features ●● Input audio signal: 2ch Linear PCM (sampling frequencies - 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 32 kHz) ●● Input video signal: Matches the output setting of the digital equipment. Watching > External equipment > Valid input signals ●● VIERA Link (HDAVI Control 5) Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Summary of VIERA Link ●● Content Type ●● Audio Return Channel – Audio Return Channel (ARC) is a function to send digital sound signals via an HDMI cable.
Terminal information ■■AV1 (SCART) terminal (RGB, VIDEO) 1 : 2 : 3 : 4 : 5 : 6 : 7 : 8 : 9 : 10: 11 : Audio out (R) Audio in (R) Audio out (L) Audio earth Blue earth Audio in (L) Blue in Status CVBS Green earth -Green in 12: 13: 14: 15: 16: 17: 18: 19: 20: 21: - 37 - -Red earth Earth Red in Status RGB CVBS earth RGB status earth CVBS out (video) CVBS in (video) Socket Earth
■■HDMI terminal 1 : TMDS Data2+ 11 : TMDS Clock Shield 2 : TMDS Data2 Shield 12: TMDS Clock− 3 : TMDS Data2− 13: CEC 4 : TMDS Data1+ 14: Utility 5 : TMDS Data1 Shield 15: SCL 6 : TMDS Data1− 16: SDA 7 : TMDS Data0+ 17: DDC/CEC Ground 8 : TMDS Data0 Shield 18: +5V Power 9 : TMDS Data0− 19: Hot Plug Detect 10: TMDS Clock+ Valid input signals ■■COMPONENT, HDMI Signal name COMPONENT HDMI 525 (480) / 60i, 60p ○ ○ 625 (576) / 50i, 50p ○ ○ 750 (720) / 60p, 50p ○ ○ 1 125 (1 080) / 6
For best picture Viewing Mode 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture > Viewing Mode with 3. Select the mode with / / and press OK to access. and press OK to set. Viewing Mode (Dynamic / Normal / Cinema / True Cinema / Custom) Selects your favourite picture mode for each input. Dynamic: Improves contrast and sharpness for viewing in a bright room.
Ambient Sensor 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture > Ambient Sensor with 3. Select On / Off with / / and press OK to access. and press OK to set. Ambient Sensor (On / Off) ●● Automatic Brightness Control function Adjusts picture settings automatically depending on ambient lighting conditions. Aspect Change the aspect ratio (image size) with ASPECT. ■■To change the aspect ratio manually 1. Display Aspect Selection with ASPECT. 2. Select the mode with ●● / and press OK to set.
Sidecut Just: Displays a 16:9 letterbox (anamorphic) image full-screen. Stretching is only noticeable at the left and right edges. ●● For HD (High definition) signals Sidecut Zoom: Displays a 16:9 letterbox (anamorphic) image full-screen without distortion. ●● For HD (High definition) signals = Note = ●● Display the image (TV, external input, etc.) full-screen to use this function completely. ●● Aspect mode can be memorised separately for SD (Standard definition) and HD (High definition) signals.
●● AV1 (SCART) / AV2 (VIDEO) terminals Valid input signal format: PAL PAL 525/60 M.
Basic settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture with / and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items with / and press OK to access. Backlight / Contrast / Brightness / Colour / Tint / Sharpness / Colour Temperature / Vivid Colour / Adaptive Backlight Control 4. Set with / / / and press OK to store. Backlight, Contrast, Brightness, Colour, Tint, Sharpness Adjusts the levels of these options according to your personal preference.
Advanced Settings You can adjust and set up the detailed picture settings when Viewing Mode is set to Cinema, True Cinema or Custom. The settings in True Cinema or Custom can be stored for each input. Watching > For best picture > Viewing Mode 1. Select the input mode with AV or TV. 2. Display the menu with MENU. 3. Select Picture > Viewing Mode with 4. Select the mode with / / and press OK to access. and press OK to set. Cinema / True Cinema / Custom ■■Adjust the detailed picture settings 1.
■■White Balance R-Gain / G-Gain / B-Gain Adjusts the white balance of bright red / green / blue areas. R-Cutoff / G-Cutoff / B-Cutoff Adjusts the white balance of dark red / green / blue areas. Reset to Defaults Resets White Balance to the default settings. ■■Colour Management R-Hue / R-Saturation / R-Luminance Adjusts the picture hue / saturation / luminance of red areas. G-Hue / G-Saturation / G-Luminance Adjusts the picture hue / saturation / luminance of green areas.
■■Gamma Gamma Switches the gamma curve. ●● Please note the numerical values are reference for the adjustment. Reset to Defaults Resets Gamma to the default settings. ■■Reset to Defaults Reset to Defaults Resets Advanced Settings to the default settings. Option Settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture > Option Settings with / and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items with / and press OK to access.
HDMI Content Type (Graphics / Photos / Auto / Off) Adjusts the picture settings of each HDMI input according to the selected content type. Auto: Automatically adjusts the picture settings according to the received HDMI content if the connected equipment supports HDMI Content Type. ●● To set the availability of each content type for Auto mode, select Auto Detail Setting. ●● For HDMI input HDMI RGB Range (Auto / Full / Normal) Adjusts the black level of the image for each HDMI input.
Screen Settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture > Screen Settings with / and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items with / and press OK to access. 16:9 Overscan / H-Size / Zoom Adjustments / Screen Display 4. Set with / and press OK to store. 16:9 Overscan (On / Off) Selects the screen area displaying the image for 16:9 aspect. On: Enlarges the image to hide the edge of the image. Off: Displays the image in the original size.
Copy Adjustment Copies the picture settings of True Cinema or Custom to those of another input or another Viewing Mode. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture > Copy Adjustment > Destination Viewing Mode / Destination Input with / and press OK to access. 3. Select the destination to copy to with 4. Select Copy Start with / / and press OK to set. and press OK to copy. 5. When the confirmation screen is displayed, select Yes with press OK to set.
For best audio Sound mode 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Sound > Mode with 3. Select the mode with / / and press OK to access. and press OK to set. Mode (Standard / Music / Speech / User) Selects your favourite sound mode for each input. Standard: Provides the suitable sound quality for all types of scenes. Music: Improves sound quality for watching music videos, etc. Speech: Improves sound quality for watching news, drama, etc.
Basic settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Sound with / and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items with / and press OK to access. Bass / Treble / Equaliser / Balance / Surround 4. Set with / / / and press OK to store. Bass Adjusts level to enhance or minimise lower, deeper sound output. Treble Adjusts level to enhance or minimise sharper, higher sound output. Equaliser Adjusts the frequency level to suit your favourite sound quality.
Volume settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Sound with / and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items with / and press OK to access. Speaker Setting / Headphone Volume / Auto Gain Control / Volume Correction / Speaker Distance to Wall 4. Set with / / / and press OK to store. Speaker Setting (TV Speaker / Headphones / Off) Selects TV speakers or headphones for sound output. Set to Off when using the external speakers. Headphone Volume Adjusts the volume of headphones.
Voice Guidance Settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Sound > Voice Guidance Settings with access. 3. Select one of the following items with / / and press OK to and press OK to access. Voice Guidance / Speed / Volume / User Level / Web Browser 4. Set with / / / and press OK to store. Voice Guidance (On / Off) Set to On to enable voice guidance of the basic features (menu item, onscreen messages, etc.) for visually impaired users.
Audio Description 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Sound > Audio Description with 3. Select one of the following items with / / and press OK to access. and press OK to access. Preferred Audio Type / Volume / Speakers / Headphones 4. Set with / / / and press OK to store. Preferred Audio Type (Standard / Audio Description) Narration settings for visually impaired users Set to Audio Description to activate the narration sound track when available on the broadcast.
Advanced settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Sound with / and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items with / and press OK to access. NICAM / Audio Preference / SPDIF Selection / SPDIF Delay / HDMI Input 4. Set with / and press OK to store. NICAM (On / Off) Near Instantaneous Companded Audio Multiplex Reproduces NICAM stereo sound. ●● Set to Off if reception is poor.
SPDIF Selection (Auto / PCM) Selects the initial setting for digital audio output signal from DIGITAL AUDIO and HDMI2 (ARC function) terminals. ●● SPDIF is a standard audio transfer file format. Auto: Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital and HE-AAC multi-channel are output as Dolby Digital Bitstream. MPEG is output as PCM. DTS is output as DTS for video contents of Media Player / Network services. PCM: Digital output signal is fixed to PCM.
TV Guide Using TV Guide TV Guide - Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) provides an on-screen listing of the programmes currently broadcast and the forthcoming broadcasts over the next seven days (depending on the broadcasters). 1. Select DVB or Analogue with TV. 2. Display TV Guide with GUIDE. ●● To change the layout of TV Guide, set TV Guide View. 1) Display the menu with MENU. 2) Select Setup > TV Guide Settings > TV Guide View with press OK to access.
(Example) TV screen Date Time Programme D (DVB) / A (Analogue) Channel position and name ●● To watch the programme 1) Select the current programme with / / / . – The current programme is displayed on the top left of the screen. 2) Press OK to watch.
●● To view a channel list of the selected category 1) Display the category list with 2) Select the category with (blue). / and press OK to view. – To list favourite channels, set Favourites Edit. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Favourites Edit ●● To view more details of the programme (DVB) 1) Select the programme with 2) Press / / / . to view. – Press again to return to TV Guide.
Teletext Digital text service Digital text services (MHEG) differ greatly from analogue teletext. When you switch to a digital text service, the images you see can contain graphics and text, laid out and controlled in a manner decided by the broadcaster. 1. Select DVB with TV. ●● DVB programmes may have digital text services (MHEG). 2. Switch to a digital text service with TEXT.
Viewing Teletext 1. Switch to teletext with TEXT. ●● Displays the index page (content varies depending on the broadcasters). ●● Current / sub page numbers are displayed on the top left of the screen. ●● Time / date is displayed on the top right of the screen. ●● Colour bar is displayed on the bottom of the screen. 2. Select the page with Numeric buttons, (coloured buttons). ●● / or To adjust contrast 1) Press MENU twice to display Contrast. 2) Adjust with ●● / and press OK to set.
■■Store frequently viewed pages in the colour bar (List mode) 1. Press (coloured buttons) while the page is displayed. 2. Press and hold OK. ●● The stored page number changes to white. ●● If you use subtitles, do not change number on ●● To change stored pages 1) Press (blue). (coloured buttons) to change. 2) Enter a new page number with Numeric buttons. 3) Press and hold OK. ■■View sub page The number of sub pages is displayed on the top of the screen. Press to view sub page.
■■FASTEXT mode In FASTEXT mode, four differently coloured subjects are situated on the bottom of the screen. To access more information about one of these subjects, press the appropriate coloured button. This facility enables fast access to information on the subjects shown. ■■List mode In List mode, four differently coloured page numbers are situated on the bottom of the screen. Each of these numbers can be changed and stored in the TV’s memory.
Tuning and editing channels Setting menu You can retune channels, create your favourite channel lists, skip unwanted channels, etc. 1. Select DVB or Analogue with TV. 2. Display the menu with MENU. 3. Select Setup > DVB Tuning Menu / Analogue Tuning Menu with and press OK to access. ●● / The menu name varies depending on the TV mode. 4. Select one of the functions with / and press OK to access.
■■Edit DVB favourites list You can edit the favourites list while the cursor is on the channel in the favourites list. ●● To move the channel 1) Select the channel with 2) Press / . (green). 3) Select the new position with Numeric buttons. 4) Press ●● / or select the turn with (green) to store. To delete the channel 1) Select the channel with / . 2) Press OK to delete. – Press ●● (yellow) to delete all channels. To name the favourites 1) Press (red).
Channel List ■■Skip unwanted DVB / Analogue channels You can hide (skip) unwanted channels. The hidden channels cannot be displayed except in this function. 1. Select Channel List with 2. Select a channel with / / and press OK to access. . 3. Press OK to set Reveal / Hide (skip). : Reveal : Hide (skip) ●● To reveal all channels (DVB / Analogue) (yellow) ■■Edit DVB / Analogue Channels ●● To swap the channel position number (logical channel number) 1) Press (green) to edit.
Auto Setup Automatically retunes the channels received in the area. ●● This function is available if channel tuning is already performed. ●● Only the selected mode is retuned. All the previous tuning settings are erased. ●● If Child Lock PIN number has been set, the PIN number is required. Functions > Child Lock > PIN number ●● If tuning has not been done completely, set Manual Tuning. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Manual Tuning ■■DVB, Analogue 1.
Channel Sorting by Region You can sort DVB channels so that those with the best signal quality, or those for your preferred region, appear nearer the top of your channel list. (UK only) 1. Select the region with / and press OK to access. 2. Select repeatedly until you reach the available region. ●● Normally, you should select Best signal quality (All Regions). ●● If you choose to select your preferred region, you could find channels with a weaker signal appear nearer the top of your channel list.
3. Search with / . 4. Select Store with ●● / and press OK to set. Use Fine Tuning to make small adjustments to the tuning of an individual programme (affected by weather conditions, etc.). – Ireland only ●● If a VCR is connected only with the RF cable, select channel position 0. Update Channel List By updating the DVB channel list, you can add new channels, delete removed channels or change channel names and positions automatically.
Media Player Using Media Player Information Media Player allows you to enjoy photo, video or music recorded on the USB Flash Memory / network device. (Example) Photo mode: Still pictures recorded with digital cameras will be displayed. Video mode: Moving pictures recorded with digital video cameras and digital video data will be played back. Music mode: Digital music data will be played back. ●● During the operation, audio signal is output from DIGITAL AUDIO and HDMI2 (ARC function) terminals.
■■To insert or remove the USB Flash Memory Ensure alignment is straight and complete when inserting or removing. ●● To remove the USB Flash Memory safely from the TV, perform Safely remove USB in USB Device Setup. 1) Display the menu with MENU. 2) Select Setup > USB Device Setup with 3) Select the device with / and press / and press OK to access. (yellow) to set. = Note = ●● Check the terminal type and devices are correct when connecting.
5. Select Photo / Video / Music with / and press OK to access. Photo Media Player > Photo mode Video Media Player > Video mode Music Media Player > Music mode 6. The thumbnail view will be displayed. (Example) ●● To display / hide information of the highlighted content = Note = ●● You may also access each mode directly from APPS List. my Home Screen > APPS List > How to use ●● Select the appropriate device and content for playing back each file.
■■To change the mode You can switch to another mode of Media Player from the thumbnail view. 1. Display the contents selection screen with is displayed. 2. Select the contents with ●● / (blue) while the thumbnail and press OK to access. The mode can be switched in the current device. Network device You can enjoy photo, video or music stored in the network devices. ●● To enable this function, connect this TV to your home network.
Photo mode Selecting file Select the file in the thumbnail view with playback. / / / and press OK to start : Error display ●● To change the size of photos in the thumbnail view 1) Display the option menu with OPTION. 2) Select Change Size with ●● / and press OK to change.
Viewing photo ■■Playback ●● To operate Single view : To the previous photo : To the next photo : Stop (return to thumbnail) OK : Slideshow ●● To display / hide the operation guide ●● To rotate 90° (blue) ●● To return to thumbnail BACK/RETURN Sorting photos ■■To sort by folder, recorded date or recorded month 1. Display the view selection in the thumbnail view with (green). 2. Select Folder view / Sort by Date / Sort by Month with OK to set.
Using Slideshow Slideshow ends when all photos within the current thumbnail are viewed. 1. Select the file from the thumbnail of photos for the first view with / . 2. Start Slideshow with / / (red) and OK. ●● To display / hide the operation guide ●● To pause (return to Single view) OK ●● To return to thumbnail BACK/RETURN ●● You can change the back ground music by setting Back Ground Music in Slideshow Settings (see below). ■■Slideshow Settings Set up the settings for Photo mode. 1.
Gallery (+ calendar) / Gallery: Various sizes of photos in the frames are displayed. ●● You can select whether to display the calendar or not. The month of calendar is changed with / . Cinema: Photos are displayed as old films (sepia tone). Colour Effect (Off / Sepia / Gray scale) Selects the colour effect of photos.
Aspect (Original / Zoom) Selects enlarged or normal viewing. ●● Not valid when Frame is set to Collage, Drift, Gallery, Cinema or when Transition Effect is set to Motion ●● Depending on the photo size, the photo may not be fully enlarged to fill the screen (e.g. portrait style picture). Burst Playback (On / Off) Selects whether to display burst photos in a fast-paced slideshow mode or not.
●● To register music 1) Select the music file with ●● / and press OK to access. Depending on the condition of the device, select folders until you reach the desired music file. 2) Select File / Folder with / and press OK to set. File: The selected music file will be registered. Folder: All the music files in the folder which contains the selected music file will be registered. = Note = ●● Picture quality may be degraded depending on the slideshow settings.
Video mode Selecting file 1. Select the title in the thumbnail view with / / / . : Error display : The file does not support thumbnail view. ●● The preview will start when the title / scene is highlighted in the thumbnail view if it supports a preview. To turn off the preview, set Video Preview to Off. Media Player > Video mode > Video Setup 2. Start playback with ●● ●● (red).
Watching video ■■Playback from the selected scene in the title Playback of the selected scene will start and continue until the end of the title. 1. Select the title with / / / 2. Select the scene with / 3. Start playback with (red). / and press OK to access. / . ●● The structure of titles and scenes may vary depending on the digital video camera used. ●● Playback may not continue depending on the condition.
●● To change aspect 1) Display Aspect Selection with ASPECT. 2) Select the mode with / and press OK to set. Aspect1: Displays the content enlarged without distortion. Aspect2: Displays the content full-screen. Original: Displays the content original size. – You can also change the mode pressing ASPECT. (Press repeatedly until you reach the desired mode.) – Aspect cannot be changed depending on the content. ●● To return to thumbnail BACK/RETURN Video Setup Set up the settings for Video mode. 1.
Subtitle Display / hide subtitles (if available). ●● This function is available during playback. Subtitle Text Selects the font type to display subtitles correctly (if available). ●● This function is available during playback. Repeat (On / Off) Playback repeat within the title or selected file (depending on the content) Audio output settings ●● To confirm or change the current sound status Media Player > Video mode > Video Setup 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Sound > SPDIF Selection with 3.
Music mode Selecting file 1. Select the folder in the thumbnail view with 2. Start playback with ●● / / / . (red). For supported file formats Media Player > Technical information > Music format ■■Thumbnail view ●● To display / hide information of the highlighted content ●● To start playback (red) ●● To change the device (yellow) ●● To change the contents (blue) Playing music ■■Playback of the selected file in the folder 1. Select the folder with 2. Select the file with 3.
●● To jump to the specified time point 1) Display the time seek bar with OK. 2) While the time seek bar is displayed Press / : Search approx. 10 seconds Press and hold / : Search rapidly 3) Jump to the specified time point with OK. ●● To display / hide the operation guide ●● To the previous track (red) ●● To the next track (green) ●● To return to thumbnail BACK/RETURN Music Setup Set up the setting for Music mode. ●● This function is available in the thumbnail view. 1.
Technical information Device handling caution ●● Data modified with a PC may not be displayed. ●● Do not remove the device while the TV is accessing data. Otherwise this can damage the device or TV. ●● Do not touch the pins on the device. ●● Do not subject the device to a high pressure or impact. ●● Insert the device in the correct direction. Otherwise this can damage the device or TV. ●● Electrical interference, static electricity, or erroneous operation may damage the data or device.
Photo format ■■Supported Photo formats ●● JPEG (.jpg, .jpeg) Sub-sampling: 4:4:4, 4:2:2, 4:2:0 Image resolution (pixel): 8 × 8 to 30 719 × 17 279 ●● DCF and EXIF standards ●● Progressive JPEG is not supported. = Note = ●● Some files may not be played back even if they fulfil these conditions. ●● Do not use multi-byte characters or other special codes for file names. ●● Connected devices may become unusable with this TV if the file or folder names are changed.
●● MP4 (.f4v, .m4v, .mp4) Video codec: H.264 BP/MP/HP, MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4 SP/ASP Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, HE-AAC, MPEG Audio, MP3 ●● This TV supports this container recorded with Panasonic products. For details, read the manual of the products. ●● MKV (.mkv) Video codec: H.264 BP/MP/HP, MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4 SP/ASP Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS core, HE-AAC, MPEG Audio, MP3, Vorbis ●● Some subtitles or chapter functions may not be available.
●● PS (.mod, .mpg, .mpeg, .vob, .vro) Video codec: H.264 BP/MP/HP, MPEG1, MPEG2, VC-1 Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, HE-AAC, LPCM, MPEG Audio, MP3 ●● TS (.mts, .m2ts, .tp, .trp, .ts, .tts) Video codec: H.264 BP/MP/HP, MPEG1, MPEG2, VC-1 Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS core, HE-AAC, MPEG Audio, MP3 ■■Supported Subtitles formats ●● MicroDVD, SubRip, TMPlayer (.srt, .sub, .
Music format ■■Supported Music formats ●● MP3 (.mp3) ●● AAC (.m4a) ●● Copy-protected files cannot be played back. ●● FLAC (.flac) ●● WMA / WMA Pro (.wma) ●● Copy-protected files cannot be played back. ●● WMA Lossless is not supported. ●● LPCM (.wav) = Note = ●● Some files may not be played back even if they fulfil these conditions. ●● Do not use multi-byte characters or other special codes for file names.
Network Internet content Information You can access some specific websites supported by Panasonic, and enjoy internet contents such as videos, games, communication tools, etc. from APPS List. (Example) ●● To enable this function, you need a broadband network environment. Ensure the network connections and network settings are completed. Network > Network connections Network > Network settings Selecting internet content 1. Display APPS List with APPS.
●● You can connect a keyboard and a gamepad for character input and playing games in the applications. You can also use the keyboard or gamepad for TV operation as well as for APPS List. Functions > Keyboard ●● Video communication (for example Skype™) requires an exclusive Communication Camera TY-CC20W. For details, read the manual of the Communication Camera.
DLNA Information This TV is a DLNA Certified™ product. DLNA® (Digital Living Network Alliance) is a standard that makes DLNA Certified digital electronics easier and more convenient to use on a home network. To learn more, visit www.dlna.org. ●● To enable this function, connect this TV to your home network.
●● Twonky “Twonky” is the product of PacketVideo Corporation. To obtain the Installation Guides for installing and setting “Twonky”, visit the website of TwonkyMedia. Additional fees may be charged to obtain server software. = Note = ●● For more information about the server software, please consult each software company. ●● When server software for the media server is installed on the PC, the data on the PC may be at risk of being accessed by other people.
■■Sharing the contents of this TV with another piece of network equipment You can enjoy the contents of this TV on the other DLNA Certified VIERA, your smartphone , etc. connected to your home network. You can also watch the current digital TV programme on the other DLNA Certified VIERA. For example, watching the continuation of the current programme on another VIERA, etc.
Using DLNA To use DLNA® features, ensure the preparations of the media server, network connections and network settings are completed. Network > DLNA > Information Network > Network connections Network > Network settings 1. Display APPS List with APPS. 2. Select Media Server with / / / 3. Select one of the media servers with and press OK to access. / and press OK to access. ●● For the operations to access another TV, select the name of another TV from the displayed media server list.
Network connections Internet connection To use internet service, you need a broadband network environment. ●● If you do not have any broadband network services, please consult your retailer for assistance. ●● Dial-up internet connections cannot be used. ●● Required speed (effective): at least 1.5 Mbps for SD (Standard Definition) and 6 Mbps for HD (High Definition) picture quality, respectively. If the transfer speed is not enough, contents may not be played back properly.
DLNA connection To use DLNA features, you need a home network environment and you can operate the features without a broadband network environment. ●● To use internet service, you need a broadband network environment. Network > Network connections > Internet connection ■■Wireless connection (For DLNA and internet service) Built-in wireless LAN (Rear of the TV) Access point Hub or Router Internet environment Smartphone DLNA Certified media server (PC, etc.
■■Wired connection (For DLNA and internet service) ETHERNET terminal LAN cable (Shielded) ●● Use the Shielded Twist Pair (STP) LAN cable. Hub or Router Internet environment DLNA Certified media server (PC, etc.) ■■Wireless connection (For DLNA) TV ●● To use the TV as a wireless access point Network > Network settings > Custom - Wireless Access Point DLNA Certified media server (PC, etc.
Note ●● Ensure to use a LAN straight cable. ●● Set up and connect equipment required for the network environment. You cannot make such settings on this TV. Read the manual of the equipment. ●● If your modem has no broadband router functions, use a broadband router. ●● If your modem has broadband router functions but there are no vacant ports, use a hub. ●● Ensure that the broadband routers and hubs are compatible with 10BASE-T / 100BASE-TX.
Network settings Network Connection Ensure the connections are completed before starting network setup. Network > Network connections ■■Quick setup - Wireless 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > Network Connection with access. ●● / and press OK to access. When the LAN cable is connected, wired setup will be done automatically. 4. Select your desired access point with ●● and press OK to Confirm the encryption key, settings and position of your access point before starting setup.
6. Automatically setup is done and Network Status is displayed. Network > Network settings > Network Status 7. Select Exit with ●● / and press OK to set. To set manually Network > Network settings > Custom - Wireless ■■Quick setup - Wired 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > Network Connection with access. 3. Select Quick setup with / / and press OK to and press OK to access. 4. Automatically setup is done and Network Status is displayed.
●● For WPS(PIN) 1) Press (green). 2) Enter the PIN code to the access point. 3) Connect the TV with the access point with OK. ●● For Manual 1) Press (yellow). 2) You can set up SSID, security type, encryption type, and encryption key manually. 3) Follow the on-screen instructions and set manually. – When you use 11n (5 GHz) for the wireless system between the built-in wireless LAN and access point, select AES for the encryption type.
Proxy Settings ●● It is not required for normal household use. ●● Some internet services may not be available depending on the proxy settings. Proxy: This is the address of the relay server which is connected between the browser and the target server to send data to the browser. 1) Select Proxy with / and press OK to access. 2) Enter the address with press OK to set. / / / or Numeric buttons, and 3) Press BACK/RETURN to store.
Custom - Wired Ensure the connections are completed before starting network setup. Network > Network connections 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > Network Connection > Custom > Wired with and press OK to access. / / / 3. IP/DNS Settings is displayed. Acquire IP Address / Acquire DNS Address ●● Auto is recommended. ●● Available settings are displayed automatically. ●● To set manually, select and set IP Address / Subnet Mask / Default Gateway / DNS Address.
Proxy Port: This number is also specified by the provider with the proxy address. 1) Select Proxy Port with / . 2) Enter the number with Numeric buttons. 3) Press BACK/RETURN to store. 4. Select Network Status with / and press OK to access. Network > Network settings > Network Status 5. Select Exit with / and press OK to set. Custom - Wireless Access Point You can use the TV as a wireless access point and connect the network equipment without an access point.
■■Change settings You can set up Network name(SSID), Encryption key, Wireless type and Channel setting method manually. Follow the on-screen instructions and set manually. ●● Set Reset settings to reset the items of Change settings. = Note = ●● You cannot connect the internet service while the TV is set to Wireless Access Point. ●● You can connect up to 7 devices. But the transfer rate will vary according to communication environment or the numbers of connected equipment.
my Home Cloud Settings Sets for an account to enjoy the cloud services. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > my Home Cloud Settings with access. 3. Select one of the following items with / / and press OK to and press OK to access. 4. Follow the on-screen instructions. Setup new account Set up an account for this TV. Edit account Displays and edits the account status. Remove account Deletes an account from this TV. Notices Displays the terms of service.
TV Remote App Settings Sets to control the TV with the equipment (smartphone, etc.) connected to your network. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > TV Remote App Settings with access. 3. Select one of the following items with / / and press OK to and press OK to access. TV Remote (On / Off) Enables to control the TV from the network equipment (smartphone, etc.). Device to upload contents Selects device to upload contents from the network equipment (smartphone, etc.).
Network Link Settings Sets to control the TV with devices connected to the network. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > Network Link Settings with access. 3. Select one of the following items with / / and press OK to and press OK to access. DLNA Server / Registration Type / Remote Device List 4. Set with / / / and press OK to store. DLNA Server (On / Off) Enables to share the contents of this TV with the network equipment (DLNA Certified VIERA, etc.).
File Sharing Settings Network Device List Lists the accessible network devices to play back the contents in Media Player. Media Player > Using Media Player > Network device Software Update Accesses the specific website to update the TV’s software if any updates are available. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > Software Update with / and press OK to access. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Photos Selecting file Ensure the preparations of the media server, network connections and network settings are completed. Network > DLNA > Information Network > Network connections Network > Network settings 1. Display APPS List with APPS. 2. Select Media Server with / / / 3. Select one of the media servers with and press OK to access. / and press OK to access. ●● For the operations to access another TV, select the name of another TV from the displayed media server list.
Viewing photo ■■Playback ●● To operate Single view : To the previous photo : To the next photo : Stop (return to list) OK : Slideshow ●● To display / hide the operation guide ●● To rotate 90° (blue) ●● To return to list BACK/RETURN Using Slideshow Slideshow ends when all photos within the list are viewed. 1. Select the file from the thumbnail of photos for the first view with / . 2. Start Slideshow with / (red) and OK.
Transition Effect (Off / Fade / Dissolve / Motion / Random) Selects the transition effect for switching photos during the slideshow. Fade: The next photo fades in gradually. Dissolve: Each photo is dissolved when switching to the next photo. Motion: Each photo is displayed with an effect of enlarging, reducing, moving up or moving down. Random: The transition effect is selected at random. Auto Makeup (On / Off) Automatically detects the face in the photo and improves luminance and contrast.
Videos Selecting file Ensure the preparations of the media server, network connections and network settings are completed. Network > DLNA > Information Network > Network connections Network > Network settings 1. Display APPS List with APPS. 2. Select Media Server with / / / 3. Select one of the media servers with and press OK to access. / and press OK to access. ●● For the operations to access another TV, select the name of another TV from the displayed media server list.
●● To jump to the specified time point 1) Display the time seek bar with OK. 2) While the time seek bar is displayed Press / : Search approx. 10 seconds Press and hold / : Search rapidly 3) Jump to the specified time point with OK. ●● To play back slowly 1) Press and hold OK for 5 seconds. Press / : Search slowly 2) Return to the normal playback with OK.
Video Setup Set up the settings for video file operations on this TV. 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2. Select Video Setup with / and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items with / and press OK to access. Video Preview / Multi Audio / Dual Audio / Dual Mono Audio / Subtitle / Subtitle Text / Subtitle Language / Repeat ●● Menu items and selectable options vary depending on the content. 4. Set with / / / and press OK to store.
Audio output settings You can enjoy the multi-channel sound via an amplifier connected to DIGITAL AUDIO or HDMI2 (ARC function) terminal. ●● To confirm or change the current sound status Network > Videos > Video Setup 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Sound > SPDIF Selection with 3. Select Auto / PCM with / / and press OK to access. and press OK to set.
Music Selecting file Ensure the preparations of the media server, network connections and network settings are completed. Network > DLNA > Information Network > Network connections Network > Network settings 1. Display APPS List with APPS. 2. Select Media Server with / / / 3. Select one of the media servers with and press OK to access. / and press OK to access. ●● For the operations to access another TV, select the name of another TV from the displayed media server list.
Search approx. 10 seconds Press and hold / : Search rapidly 3) Jump to the specified time point with OK. ●● To display / hide the operation guide ●● To the previous track (red) ●● To the next track (green) ●● To return to list BACK/RETURN Music Setup Set up the settings for music file operations on this TV. 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2. Select Music Setup > Repeat with OK. 3. Select Folder / One / Off with / and press OK to set.
DIGA Recorder Controlling DIGA Recorder Ensure the preparations of the media server, network connections and network settings are completed. Network > DLNA > Information Network > Network connections Network > Network settings 1. Display APPS List with APPS. 2. Select Media Server with 3. Select DIGA with / / / / and press OK to access. and press OK to access. 4. The screen of the DIGA Recorder will be displayed.
Technical information Photo format ■■Supported Photo formats ●● JPEG (.jpg, .jpeg) Sub-sampling: 4:4:4, 4:2:2, 4:2:0 Image resolution (pixel): 8 × 8 to 30 719 × 17 279 ●● DCF and EXIF standards ●● Progressive JPEG is not supported. = Note = ●● Some files may not be played back even if they fulfil these conditions. ●● Do not use multi-byte characters or other special codes for file names. ●● Connected devices may become unusable with this TV if the file or folder names are changed.
●● MP4 (.f4v, .m4v, .mp4) Video codec: H.264 BP/MP/HP, MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4 SP/ASP Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, HE-AAC, MPEG Audio, MP3 ●● This TV supports this container recorded with Panasonic products. For details, read the manual of the products. ●● MKV (.mkv) Video codec: H.264 BP/MP/HP, MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4 SP/ASP Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS core, HE-AAC, MPEG Audio, MP3, Vorbis ●● Some subtitles or chapter functions may not be available.
●● PS (.mod, .mpg, .mpeg, .vob, .vro) Video codec: MPEG1, MPEG2 Audio codec: Dolby Digital, LPCM, MPEG Audio ●● TS (.mts, .m2ts, .tp, .trp, .ts, .tts) Video codec: H.264 BP/MP/HP, MPEG1, MPEG2 Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, HE-AAC, MPEG Audio ■■Supported Subtitles formats ●● MicroDVD, SubRip, TMPlayer (.srt, .sub, .txt) ●● The video file and subtitles text file are inside the same folder, and the file names are the same except for the file extensions.
Music format ■■Supported Music formats ●● MP3 (.mp3) ●● AAC (.m4a) ●● Copy-protected files cannot be played back. ●● FLAC (.flac) ●● WMA / WMA Pro (.wma) ●● Copy-protected files cannot be played back. ●● WMA Lossless is not supported. ●● LPCM (.wav) = Note = ●● Some files may not be played back even if they fulfil these conditions. ●● Do not use multi-byte characters or other special codes for file names.
Functions VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” Summary of VIERA Link Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with Panasonic products which have “HDAVI Control™” function. VIERA Link (HDAVI Control) connects the TV and the equipment with VIERA Link function, and enables easy control, playback, energy saving, creating home theatre, etc. without complicated settings. Connections to the equipment (DIGA Recorder, HD Video Camera, Player theatre, Amplifier, etc.
■■VIERA Link (HDMI connection) ●● Use a fully wired HDMI compliant cable. ●● Connect the equipment supporting VIERA Link to the TV’s HDMI terminal via an HDMI cable. About HDMI cable for connecting Panasonic HD Video Camera or LUMIX Camera, read the manual of the equipment.
■■VIERA Link (HDMI and Audio out connections) ●● Use a fully wired HDMI compliant cable. ●● Connect the equipment supporting VIERA Link to the TV’s HDMI terminal via an HDMI cable. ●● Use a fully wired SCART cable. ●● Use the optical digital audio cable or SCART cable for audio output from the TV.
■■Available features (HDMI and Audio out connections) Player theatre ●● Easy playback ●● Power on Link ●● Power off Link ●● Intelligent Auto Standby ●● VIERA Link Control ●● Speaker Selection Blu-ray Disc theatre ●● Easy playback ●● Power on Link ●● Power off Link ●● Standby Power Save ●● Intelligent Auto Standby ●● VIERA Link Control ●● Speaker Selection Amplifier ●● Power off Link ●● Intelligent Auto Standby ●● Speaker Selection : For equipment which has “HDAVI Control 2 or
■■VIERA Link Control of compatible equipment The following is the maximum number of compatible equipment that can be controlled by VIERA Link Control. This includes connections to equipment already connected to the TV. For example, DIGA Recorder connected to Amplifier which is connected to the TV via an HDMI cable. Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > VIERA Link Control ●● Recorder: Maximum 3 (DIGA Recorder, etc.
Easy playback Automatic input switching - When the connected equipment is operating, the input mode is switched automatically. Power on Link Set Power on Link to On in the Setup Menu to use this function. When the connected equipment starts playback or direct navigator / function menu for the equipment is activated, the TV is automatically turned on. (Only when the TV is in Standby mode.) Power off Link Set Power off Link to On in the Setup Menu to use this function.
VIERA Link Control You can control some functions of the connected equipment with this TV’s remote control by pointing at the TV’s signal receiver. 1. Display APPS List with APPS. 2. Select VIERA Link with / / / and press OK to access. 3. Select VIERA Link Control with / and press OK to access. 4. Select one of the following items with / and press OK to access. Recorder / Player / Home Cinema / Video Camera / LUMIX / Digital Camera / Other (The menu of the accessed equipment will be displayed.
= Note = ●● If you cannot operate the equipment, check the settings and the equipment. Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Summary of VIERA Link ●● Some operations may not be available depending on the equipment. In this case, use the remote control of the connected equipment. ●● For details of the operations for the connected equipment, read the manual of the equipment. Speaker Selection You can control the theatre speaker with this TV’s remote control by pointing at the TV’s signal receiver.
Note ●● These functions may not work properly depending on the connected equipment. ●● Image or sound may not be delivered for the first few seconds when the input mode is switched. ●● “HDAVI Control 5” is the newest standard for HDAVI Control compatible equipment. This standard is compatible with conventional HDAVI equipment.
Child Lock Using Child Lock You can lock specific channels / AV input terminals to restrict access to them. When the locked channel / input is selected, a message appears. Enter the PIN number to watch. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Child Lock with / and press OK to access. 3. Enter the PIN number (4 digits) with Numeric buttons. ●● Enter the PIN number twice at first setting. ●● Make a note of the PIN number in case you forget it. 4. Select Child Lock List with / 5.
PIN number You can change the PIN number. 1. Select Change PIN with / and press OK to access. 2. Enter a new PIN number twice with Numeric buttons. = Note = ●● Setting Shipping Condition erases the PIN number and all settings. Parental Rating To watch the DVB programme that has rating information on the selected age, enter the PIN number (depending on the broadcaster). 1. Select Parental Rating with / and press OK to access. 2. Select an age for the restriction of programmes with to set.
Common Interface Caution If the encrypted message is displayed on the screen, the correct Common Interface (CI) Module and smart card that are required for this service are not inserted. ■■How to insert CI module and smart card ●● Turn the TV off with Mains Power On / Off switch whenever inserting or removing the CI module. ●● If a smart card and a CI module come as a set, first insert the CI module, then insert the smart card into the CI module.
Using Common Interface The Common Interface Module menu provides access to software contained in Common Interface (CI) Modules. ●● Video and audio signals may not be output depending on broadcasts or services. ■■Insert the CI module (optional) ●● Follow the instructions that came with the viewing card to tune in the encrypted channels. If encrypted channels do not appear, perform the below to verify the card is recognised by the TV.
Shipping Condition Shipping Condition Resets the TV to its original condition (i.e. no channels tuned in). All settings are reset (channels, picture, sound settings, etc.). 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > System Menu > Shipping Condition with OK to access. 3. When the confirmation screen is displayed, select Yes with press OK to set. / and press / and 4. Follow the on-screen instructions. ●● Auto Setup will automatically start. = Note = ●● To retune TV channels only (e.g.
Updating the TV Software Information A new version of software may be released for download to enhance the performance or operations of the TV. In DVB, a notification banner will appear when one of the BBC channels is turned to if a new available software is found. ●● To install new software, select Standby / Now with set. / and press OK to Standby: Installs new software in standby condition. Now: Installs new software now. Auto update You can update new software automatically. 1.
Manual update You can update new software manually. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > System Menu > System Update > System Update Search Now with / and press OK to access. 3. Searches for an update (for several minutes) and displays a corresponding message if any. 4. Download with OK. = Note = ●● Download may take a few hours. ●● During software download and update, DO NOT perform any operations on the TV or switch Off the TV.
Setting characters Using Numeric buttons You can enter characters for free input items using Numeric buttons. Press Numeric buttons repeatedly until you reach the desired character. :.@/1!:#+-*_()“‘%&?,;=$[]~<>{}|`^\ :abc2ABC :def3DEF :ghi4GHI :jkl5JKL :mno6MNO :pqrs7PQRS :tuv8TUV :wxyz9WXYZ : Space 0 ●● The character is set automatically if you leave for 1 second. ●● You can also set the character pressing OK or other Numeric buttons less than 1 second.
Keyboard Keyboard ●● Keyboards requiring the drivers are not supported. ●● To change the language type, set USB Keyboard Layout. 1) Display the menu with MENU. 2) Select Setup > System Menu > USB Keyboard Layout with press OK to access. 3) Select the language with / / and and press OK to set. ●● Characters may not be displayed correctly on the TV screen depending on the connected keyboard or the keyboard layout setting.
Settings Setting menu How to use Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions. 1. Display the menu with MENU. ●● Displayed items vary depending on the input signal. 2. Select the menu with / and press OK to access. 3. Select the items with / and press OK to access. ●● Only available items can be selected. ●● You can also access from eHELP pressing available).
●● To change the colour type of on-screen displays, set OSD Colour. my Home Screen > my Home Screen > OSD Colour = Note = ●● Menu items and selectable options vary depending on the mode (TV mode, Media Player, Network services, etc.). ●● If Demo Settings is displayed in the Setup Menu, the TV is in “Shop” viewing environment. To return to “Home” viewing environment, initialise all settings by accessing Shipping Condition. Functions > Shipping Condition ■■Using control panel buttons 1.
Picture Viewing Mode Selects your favourite picture mode for each input. (Dynamic / Normal / Cinema / True Cinema / Custom) Watching > For best picture > Viewing Mode Basic settings Backlight, Contrast, Brightness, Colour, Tint, Sharpness Adjusts the levels of these options according to your personal preference. Watching > For best picture > Basic settings Colour Temperature (Cool2 / Cool1 / Normal / Warm1 / Warm2) Sets the overall colour tone of the picture (bluer - redder).
Ambient Sensor Automatic Brightness Control function Adjusts picture settings automatically depending on ambient lighting conditions. (On / Off) Watching > For best picture > Ambient Sensor Noise reduction settings Noise Reduction (Auto / Max / Mid / Min / Off) Reduces unwanted picture noise.
Option Settings Film Cadence Mode (On / Off) Improves vertical resolution for movie images. Watching > For best picture > Option Settings ●● This function is available for interlaced signals (except in Network services). 1080p Pixel Direct 39 / 42 / 50 inches model (On / Off) Reproduces the original image quality in detail for 1080p (HDMI) input signal.
Screen Settings 16:9 Overscan (On / Off) Selects the screen area displaying the image for 16:9 aspect. Watching > For best picture > Screen Settings ●● Not valid in Network services H-Size (H-Size1 / H-Size2) Switches the horizontal display range to reduce noise on the side edge of the image. Watching > For best picture > Screen Settings ●● For TV mode, AV and HDMI input Zoom Adjustments Adjusts the vertical position and size when aspect is set to Just, Sidecut Just, Zoom or Sidecut Zoom.
Sound Mode Selects your favourite sound mode for each input. (Standard / Music / Speech / User) Watching > For best audio > Sound mode Basic settings Bass Adjusts level to enhance or minimise lower, deeper sound output. Watching > For best audio > Basic settings Treble Adjusts level to enhance or minimise sharper, higher sound output. Watching > For best audio > Basic settings Equaliser Adjusts the frequency level to suit your favourite sound quality.
Volume settings Speaker Setting (TV Speaker / Headphones / Off) Selects TV speakers or headphones for sound output. Set to Off when using the external speakers. Watching > For best audio > Volume settings Headphone Volume Adjusts the volume of headphones. Watching > For best audio > Volume settings Auto Gain Control (On / Off) Automatically regulates large sound level differences between channels and inputs.
Voice Guidance Settings Voice Guidance (On / Off) Set to On to enable voice guidance of the basic features (menu item, onscreen messages, etc.) for visually impaired users. Watching > For best audio > Voice Guidance Settings Speed (Fast / Normal / Slow) Selects the readout speed for the voice guidance. Watching > For best audio > Voice Guidance Settings Volume (Max / Mid / Min) Selects the volume for the voice guidance.
Audio Description Preferred Audio Type (Standard / Audio Description) Narration settings for visually impaired users Watching > For best audio > Audio Description ●● For DVB Volume Adjusts the volume for Audio Description. Watching > For best audio > Audio Description ●● For DVB Speakers (Mix / Standard) Set to Mix to activate the description sound track from TV speakers.
Audio Preference (Multichannel / Stereo / MPEG) Selects the initial setting for audio tracks. Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings ●● For digital ●● Ireland only SPDIF Selection (Auto / PCM) Selects the initial setting for digital audio output signal from DIGITAL AUDIO and HDMI2 (ARC function) terminals.
Network Network Connection Sets the network setting to use this TV in your network environment. Network > Network settings > Network Connection Network Status Displays and checks the network status (MAC Address, current network settings, etc.). Network > Network settings > Network Status my Home Cloud Settings Sets for an account to enjoy the cloud services. Network > Network settings > my Home Cloud Settings VIERA Name Sets your favourite name for this TV.
Other settings Software Update Checks for available software updates from the Panasonic website. Network > Network settings > Software Update New Software Message (On / Off) Selects whether to give a notification message when new software is found via network or not.
Timer Off Timer Sets the duration of time until the TV automatically goes into Standby mode. (90 / 75 / 60 / 45 / 30 / 15 / Off (minutes)) Watching > Basic > Off Timer Time Zone Adjusts the time data. Watching > Basic > Adjusting time ●● Ireland only Auto Standby Automatically turns the TV to Standby mode for energy saving when no operation is performed for 4 hours.
Setup Eco Navigation Automatically sets the TV to the most suitable energy-saving mode. Watching > Basic > Energy saving functions TV Guide Settings TV Guide View (Normal / Full / Info) Changes the layout of TV Guide. Watching > TV Guide > Using TV Guide USB Device Setup Safely removes USB device. Media Player > Using Media Player > Information Child Lock Applies access control for channels or inputs to prevent unwanted access.
Channel Sorting by Region Automatically sorts tuned channels according to the available region. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Channel Sorting by Region ●● For DVB ●● UK only Manual Tuning Searches for channels manually. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Manual Tuning Update Channel List Updates the channel list while keeping your settings.
Language Preferred Multi Audio (English / Welsh / Gaelic / Irish) Selects the preferred language for digital channel multi audio (depending on the broadcaster). Watching > Basic > Language ●● UK only Preferred Audio 1 / 2 Selects the first and second preferred language for digital channel multi audio (depending on the broadcaster).
Display Settings OSD Colour (Jet black / Pale grey / Organic brown / Sand beige) Selects the preferred colour type of on-screen displays. my Home Screen > my Home Screen > OSD Colour Preferred Subtitle Type (Standard / Hard of Hearing) Selects the preferred subtitle type. Watching > Basic > Subtitle ●● Ireland only Teletext (FASTEXT / List) Selects analogue teletext display mode. Watching > Teletext > Teletext mode Teletext Character Set (West / East1 / East2) Selects teletext language font.
Smart Banner (On / Off) Displays the introduction banner for the internet service. Watching > Basic > Information banner Radio Mode (20 / 15 / 10 / 5 / Off (seconds)) Sets the timer for turning off the screen automatically when a radio channel is selected. Watching > External equipment > Energy saving functions VIERA Link Settings VIERA Link (On / Off) Sets to use VIERA Link functions. Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Preparations Power on Link (On / Off) Sets to use Power on Link functions.
Intelligent Auto Standby (On / Off) Makes non-watched or non-used connected equipment go into Standby mode to reduce the power consumption. Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Intelligent Auto Standby ●● This function is available when VIERA Link is set to On. System Menu USB Keyboard Layout Selects the language that your USB Keyboard supports. Functions > Keyboard > Keyboard Shipping Condition Resets all settings to the original condition.
Support FAQs Picture Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. Auto aspect ●● Auto aspect is designed to provide you with the best ratio to fill the screen. Watching > For best picture > Aspect Control Signal ●● Press ASPECT if you want to change the aspect ratio manually.
No image can be displayed ●● Check the correct input mode is selected. ●● Check the setting of AV2 (COMPONENT / VIDEO) in Input Selection to match the output of the external equipment. Watching > External equipment ●● Is Contrast, Brightness or Colour in the Picture Menu set to the minimum? Watching > For best picture > Basic settings ●● Check all required cables and connections are firmly in place. Blurry or distorted image (no sound or low volume) ●● Reset channels.
Digital TV Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. Block noise, frozen or disappearing image occurs / Some channels cannot be tuned ●● Check the position, direction and connection of the aerial. ●● Check Signal Condition. If Signal Quality is displayed in red, the DVB signal is weak.
Analogue TV Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. White spots or shadow image (ghosting) occurs / Some channels cannot be tuned ●● Check the position, direction and connection of the aerial. ●● Weather conditions will affect signal reception (heavy rain, snow, etc.), in particular in poor reception areas.
Sound Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. No sound is produced ●● Is “Sound mute” active? Press MUTE to switch sound mute on or off. ●● Is the volume set to the minimum? ●● Check connections and setting of external equipment. Watching > External equipment ●● Ensure that Speaker Selection is set to TV.
HDMI Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. Sound is unusual ●● Set the sound setting of the connected equipment to “2ch L.PCM”. ●● Check the HDMI Input setting in the Sound Menu. Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings ●● If digital sound connection has a problem, select analogue sound connection.
Network Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. Cannot connect to the network ●● Check the LAN cable or wireless LAN is connected properly. Network > Network connections ●● Check the connections and settings. Network > Network connections Network > Network settings ●● Check the network equipment and network environment.
Other Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. VIERA Link function does not work and an error message appears ●● Check the connections. Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Summary of VIERA Link ●● Turn the connected equipment on and then switch the TV on.
Maintenance Care and Cleaning First, remove the mains plug from the socket outlet. ■■Display panel, Cabinet, Pedestal Regular care: Gently wipe the surfaces of the display panel, cabinet, or pedestal using a soft cloth to clean the dirt or fingerprints. For stubborn dirt: (1) First clean the dust on the surface. (2) Dampen a soft cloth with clean water or diluted neutral detergent (1 part detergent to 100 parts water). (3) Wring the cloth firmly. (Please note liquids do not enter the TV inside.
Information Using Help menu 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Help with / and press OK to access. 3. Select TV Self Test / System Information / Device Information with and press OK to access. TV Self Test Makes a diagnosis of picture or sound problems. Follow the on-screen instructions. System Information Displays the system information of this TV. Device Information Displays the device information of this TV.
Optional accessories Communication Camera ■■Communication Camera ●● TY-CC20W – This camera can be used in the video communication tool. Network > Internet content > Selecting internet content – Depending on the area, this optional accessory may not be available. For details, consult your local Panasonic dealer. Wall-hanging bracket ■■Wall-hanging bracket ●● Please contact your local Panasonic dealer to purchase the recommended wall-hanging bracket.
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Rovi and Rovi Guide are trademarks of Rovi Corporation and/or its subsidiaries. The Rovi Guide system is manufactured under license from Rovi Corporation and/or its subsidiaries. The Rovi Guide system is protected by patents and patent applications filed in the US, Europe, and other countries including one or more of the United States patents 6,396,546; 5,940,073; 6,239,794 issued to Rovi Corporation and/or its subsidiaries. “PlayReady” is a trademark registered by Microsoft.
At least three (3) years from delivery of this product, Panasonic will give to any third party who contacts us at the contact information provided below, for a charge no more than our cost of physically performing source code distribution, a complete machine-readable copy of the corresponding source code covered under LGPL V2.1, GPL V2 or the other licenses with the obligation to do so, as well as the respective copyright notice thereof. Contact Information: cdrequest@unipf.
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