TX-24AS500E TX-32AS500E TX-39AS500E TX-42AS500E TX-50AS500E e HELP English
my Home Screen my Home Screen โข Information 10 โข How to use 11 โข Settings 12 โข OSD Colour 13 APPS List โข Information 14 โข How to use 14 โข Settings 15 Watching Basic โข Basic connection 16 โข Selecting channel 19 โข Information banner 20 โข Option Menu 23 โข Subtitle 25 โข Last view 25 โข Off Timer 26 โข Energy saving functions 27 โข Adjusting time 29 โข Language 29 External equipment โข External connection 30 โข Watching external input 33 โข Operating with TVโs remote control 34 โข HDMI f
โข Aspect 42 โข Aspect Control Signal 43 โข Basic settings 45 โข Noise reduction settings 46 โข Advanced Settings 46 โข Option Settings 48 โข Screen Settings 50 โข Copy Adjustment 51 For best audio โข Sound mode 52 โข Basic settings 53 โข Volume settings 54 โข Voice Guidance Settings 55 โข Audio Description 56 โข Advanced settings 57 TV Guide โข Using TV Guide 59 Teletext โข Viewing Teletext 63 โข Teletext mode 65 โข Teletext Character Set 66 Tuning and editing channels โข Setting menu 67 โข
Media Player Using Media Player โข Information 74 โข Selecting device / mode 75 โข Network device 77 Photo mode โข Selecting file 78 โข Viewing photo 78 โข Sorting photos 79 โข Using Slideshow 79 Video mode โข Selecting file 84 โข Watching video 85 โข Video Setup 86 โข Audio output settings 87 Music mode โข Selecting file 88 โข Playing music 88 โข Music Setup 89 Technical information โข Device handling caution 90 โข USB devices 90 โข Photo format 91 โข Video format 92 โข Music for
โข Using DLNA 100 Network connections โข Internet connection 101 โข DLNA connection 102 โข Note 104 Network settings โข Network Connection 105 โข Custom - Wireless 106 โข Custom - Wired 109 โข Custom - Wireless Access Point 110 โข Network Status 111 โข my Home Cloud Settings 111 โข VIERA Name 112 โข TV Remote App Settings 112 โข Network Link Settings 113 โข File Sharing Settings 114 โข Software Update 114 โข New Software Message 114 Photos โข Selecting file 115 โข Viewing photo 115 โข Using Slideshow 116 V
Technical information โข Photo format 126 โข Video format 126 โข Music format 129 Functions VIERA Link โHDAVI Controlโขโ โข Summary of VIERA Link 130 โข Preparations 134 โข Easy playback 134 โข Power on Link 135 โข Power off Link 135 โข Standby Power Save 135 โข Intelligent Auto Standby 135 โข VIERA Link Control 136 โข Speaker Selection 137 โข Note 138 Child Lock โข Using Child Lock 139 โข PIN number 140 โข Parental Rating 140 Data Service Application โข Using Data Service Application 141 โข Cookie 1
โข Manual update 147 Setting characters โข Using Numeric buttons 148 Keyboard โข Keyboard 149 Settings Setting menu โข How to use 150 Picture โข Viewing Mode 152 โข Basic settings 152 โข Ambient Sensor 152 โข Noise reduction settings 153 โข Advanced Settings 153 โข Option Settings 153 โข Screen Settings 155 โข Copy Adjustment 155 โข Reset to Defaults 155 Sound โข Mode 156 โข Basic settings 156 โข Volume settings 157 โข Voice Guidance Settings 158 โข Audio Description 159 โข Advanced settings 160 โข Re
โข Network Link Settings 161 โข File Sharing Settings 161 โข Other settings 162 Timer โข Off Timer 163 โข Time Zone 163 โข Auto Standby 163 โข No signal Power off 163 Setup โข Eco Navigation 164 โข USB Device Setup 164 โข Child Lock 164 โข Tuning Menu 164 โข Language 166 โข Display Settings 166 โข Common Interface 168 โข VIERA Link Settings 168 โข Data Service Application 169 โข System Menu 169 โข Other Settings 170 Support FAQs โข Picture 171 โข Digital TV 172 โข Analogue TV 173 โข Sound 174 โข HDMI 174 โข Network 175
Information โข Using Help menu 179 Optional accessories โข Communication Camera 180 โข Wall-hanging bracket 180 Licence โข Licence 181 OK Menu โโ 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 โmy Home Screenโ 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 โ 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) โโ The last viewed Home Screen is displayed when the TV is turned on. โโ Press again to select or add your preferred Home Screen layout. my Home Screen > my Home Screen > Settings 2. Select a feature with โโ / / / and press OK to access.
Settings Select the setup menu from the tool guide on the top of the screen. (Example) โ โ 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.
โ โ Search You can search the content from various features. 1. Select Search from the tool guide. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions. = Note = โโ To change the colour type of on-screen displays, set OSD Colour. my Home Screen > my Home Screen > OSD Colour โโ 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. โ โ APPS List (Example) = Note = โโ 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) โโ 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 = โโ 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.
โ โ DVD Recorder / VCR Terrestrial / cable terminal RF cable DVD Recorder / VCR Terrestrial aerial / Cable AV1 (SCART) terminal SCART cable - 17 -
โ โ DVD Recorder (VCR) / Set top box HDMI terminal HDMI cable Set top box Satellite dish AV1 (SCART) terminal SCART cable Terrestrial / cable terminal RF cable DVD Recorder / VCR Terrestrial aerial / Cable = Note = โโ For VIERA Link connections Functions > VIERA Link โHDAVI Controlโขโ > Summary of VIERA Link โโ External equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this TV. โโ Please also read the manual of the equipment being connected.
Selecting channel 1. Display TV Selection with TV. 2. Select the mode with / and press OK to set. DVB-C / DVB-T / Analogue โโ The selectable modes vary depending on the channels stored. โโ You can also select the mode pressing TV repeatedly. โโ If TV Selection is not displayed, press TV to switch the mode. 3. Select a channel with Channel Up / Down or Numeric buttons. โโ Press Numeric buttons to select a channel position with 2 or more-digit (e.g. 399, press ).
you select. Follow the on-screen instructions. โ โ To watch pay-TV โโ For information of the encrypted channels Functions > Common Interface > Using Common Interface โโ Consult the operator / broadcaster or CI module manufacturer for more information and conditions of the services. Information banner Display information banner with โโ . Also appears when changing a channel. (Example) Channel position and name Channel type (Radio, HDTV, etc.
Dolby D+, Dolby D, HE-AAC: Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital or HE-AAC audio track AD: Audio Description service available โโ This function can aid visually-impaired viewers by adding an additional audio track to describe events on screen.
โโ To hide the banner EXIT โโ Extra information (DVB) โ Press again to hide the banner. โโ To adjust banner timeout, set Banner Display Timeout. 1) Display the menu with MENU. 2) Select Setup > Display Settings > Banner Display Timeout with and press OK to access. 3) Set with โโ / / and press OK to store. To change the colour type of on-screen displays, set OSD Colour.
3) Select On / Off with / and press OK to set. Option Menu Confirm or change the current status. 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2. Select one of the following items with / and press OK to access. Voice Guidance Settings / Multi Video / Audio Type / Multi Audio / Dual Audio / Sub Channel / Subtitle Language / Teletext Character Set / Teletext Language / MPX / Volume Correction โโ The function items vary depending on the TV mode and country you select. 3.
Dual Audio Selects stereo / monaural (if available). โโ For DVB Sub Channel Selects the multifeed programme - sub channel (if available). โโ For DVB Subtitle Language Selects the language for subtitles (if available). โโ For DVB Teletext Character Set Sets the teletext language font. Watching > Teletext > Teletext Character Set Teletext Language Selects between alternative languages for teletext (if available). โโ For DVB MPX Selects multiplex sound mode (if available).
Subtitle Display / hide subtitles (if available) with STTL. โโ To select the preferred language for DVB subtitles (if available), set Preferred Subtitles. Watching > Basic > Language โโ 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.
Off Timer Turn the TV Standby mode automatically after a fixed period with OFF TIMER. โโ Press repeatedly until desired time appears. 0 / 15 / 30 / 45 / 60 / 75 / 90 (minutes) โโ To cancel, set to 0 or turn the TV off. โโ The remaining time displays on the information banner. Watching > Basic > Information banner โโ When the remaining time is less than 3 minutes, the remaining time will flash on the screen. โโ You can also set the time from Off Timer in the Timer Menu.
Energy saving functions The TV can be eco-friendly using energy-saving functions. The TV will automatically go into Standby mode in the following conditions: โโ Eco Navigation is set to Set to Eco. โโ Off Timer is active. Watching > Basic > Off Timer โโ No operation is performed for 4 hours while Auto Standby is set to On. โโ No signal is received and no operation is performed for 10 minutes while No signal Power off is set to On. โ โ Auto Standby 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.
โ โ Eco Navigation Automatically sets the TV to the most suitable energy-saving mode. The concerned items and their current settings are displayed. Select Set to Eco to set them to the energy-saving settings at once. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Eco Navigation with 3. Select Set to Eco with โโ / / and press OK to access. and press OK to set. Auto Standby and No signal Power off are active when Eco Navigation is set to Set to Eco.
Adjusting time Adjusts the time data. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Timer > Time Zone with 3. Set with โโ / / and press OK to access. and press OK to store. The time data will be corrected based on GMT. Language 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Language with / and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items with / and press OK to access. OSD Language / Preferred Audio 1 / 2 / Preferred Subtitles 1 / 2 / Preferred Teletext 4.
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. โโ For basic connection Watching > Basic > Basic connection โโ Check the terminal type and cable plugs are correct when connecting.
โ โ AV devices AV2 (COMPONENT) terminals Component cables DVD Player AV2 (VIDEO) terminals Composite cables Camcorder / Game equipment โ โ USB devices USB port USB cable Communication Camera = Note = โโ It is recommended to connect the device to the TVโs USB port directly. โโ Some USB devices or USB HUB may not be used with this TV. โโ You cannot connect any devices by using USB card reader. โโ Additional information for the devices may be on the following website. http://panasonic.
โ โ To listen with speakers DIGITAL AUDIO Optical digital audio cable Amplifier with speaker system โโ 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. โโ To select the sound output, set Speaker Setting. Watching > For best audio > Volume settings โ โ Headphones Headphone jack M3 stereo mini plug Headphones โโ 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.) โโ TV receives input signals automatically connecting with SCART when playback starts. โ Input signals are automatically identified by the SCART (pin 8) terminal.
โ โ 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 TV Selection, 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. โโ To name each input mode freely, select User input and set characters (maximum 10 characters).
Press and hold to play at slow speed (DVD) : Start recording (DVD Recorder / VCR) โ โ 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.
HDMI features HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) is the worldโs first complete digital consumer AV interface complying with a non-compression standard. HDMI allows you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality sound by connecting the TV and the equipment. HDMI-compatible equipment with an HDMI or DVI output terminal, such as a DVD player, a set top box or game equipment, can be connected to the HDMI terminal using a fully wired HDMI compliant cable.
โ โ DVI connection If the external equipment has only a DVI output, connect to the HDMI terminal via a DVI to HDMI adaptor cable. When using the DVI to HDMI adaptor cable, connect the audio cable to the audio input terminal (use AV2 audio terminals). โโ Enquire HDMI adaptor cable at your local digital equipment retailer shop. = Note = โโ Audio settings can be made on HDMI Input in the Sound Menu.
Terminal information โ โ 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: - 38 - -Red earth Earth Red in Status RGB CVBS earth RGB status earth CVBS out (video) CVBS in (video) Socket Earth
โ โ HDMI terminal 1 : TMDS Data2+ 11 : TMDS Clock Shield 2 : TMDS Data2 Shield 12: TMDS Clockโ 3 : TMDS Data2โ 13: CEC 4 : TMDS Data1+ 14: Utility 5 : TMDS Data1 Shield 15: SCL 6 : TMDS Data1โ 16: SDA 7 : TMDS Data0+ 17: DDC/CEC Ground 8 : TMDS Data0 Shield 18: +5V Power 9 : TMDS Data0โ 19: Hot Plug Detect 10: TMDS Clock+ Valid input signals โ โ COMPONENT, HDMI Signal name COMPONENT HDMI 525 (480) / 60i, 60p โ โ 625 (576) / 50i, 50p โ โ 750 (720) / 60p, 50p โ โ 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) โโ Automatic Brightness Control function Adjusts picture settings automatically depending on ambient lighting conditions.
Aspect Change the aspect ratio (image size) with ASPECT. โ โ To change the aspect ratio manually 1. Display Aspect Selection with ASPECT. 2. Select the mode with โโ / and press OK to set. You can also change the mode pressing ASPECT. (Press repeatedly until you reach the desired mode.) Auto: The best ratio is selected automatically according to the โAspect Control Signalโ. Watching > For best picture > Aspect Control Signal 16:9: Directly displays the image at 16:9 without distortion (anamorphic).
= Note = โโ Display the image (TV, external input, etc.) full-screen to use this function completely. โโ Aspect mode can be memorised separately for SD (Standard definition) and HD (High definition) signals. โโ Aspect cannot be changed in teletext service. Aspect Control Signal Programmes usually contain an โAspect Control Signalโ.
โโ AV1 (SCART) / AV2 (VIDEO) terminals Valid input signal format: PAL SECAM 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.
Noise reduction settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture > Noise Reduction / MPEG Noise Reduction with and press OK to access. 3. Set with / / and press OK to store. Noise Reduction (Auto / Max / Mid / Min / Off) Reduces unwanted picture noise. โโ Not valid when 1080p Pixel Direct is set to On 39 / 42 / 50 inches model MPEG Noise Reduction (Auto / Max / Mid / Min / Off) Reduces flicker noise in contoured parts of a picture and block noise.
โ โ Contrast Control Contrast Control (Auto / Custom / Off) Automatically adjusts the detailed contrast settings. Select Custom to set Contrast Control Setting manually. Contrast Control Setting Adaptive Gamma Control: Adjusts the gamma curve to make the image brighter. Black Expander: Gradually adjusts the shades of black. Reset to Defaults: Resets items of Contrast Control Setting. โ โ White Balance R-Gain / G-Gain / B-Gain Adjusts the white balance of bright red / green / blue areas.
Reset to Defaults Resets Colour Management to the default settings. โ โ Gamma Gamma Switches the gamma curve. โโ Please note the numerical values are reference for the adjustment. Reset to Defaults Resets Gamma to the default settings. โ โ 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.
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. โโ To set the availability of each content type for Auto mode, select Auto Detail Setting. โโ 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 / Language / 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. MPX / Audio Preference / SPDIF Selection / SPDIF Delay / HDMI Input 4. Set with / and press OK to store. MPX Selects multiplex sound mode (if available). Stereo: Use this normally.
โโ MPEG is an audio compression method that compresses audio to the smaller size without any considerable loss of audio quality. โโ Dolby Digital Plus and HE-AAC are the technologies for HD (High definition) programmes. โโ For DVB SPDIF Selection (Auto / PCM) Selects the initial setting for digital audio output signal from DIGITAL AUDIO and HDMI2 (ARC function) terminals. โโ SPDIF is a standard audio transfer file format.
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. Display TV Selection with TV. 2. Select the mode with / and press OK to set. DVB-C / DVB-T / Analogue 3. Display TV Guide with GUIDE. โโ Press again to change the layout. (Landscape / Portrait) โ View Landscape to see several channels. โ View Portrait to see one channel by time.
(Example) TV screen Date Time Programme D (DVB-T) / A (Analogue) Channel position and name โโ To watch the programme 1) Select the current programme with / / / . โ The current programme is displayed on the top left of the screen. 2) Press OK to watch. โโ To the previous day (DVB) (red) โโ To the next day (DVB) (green) โโ To view a channel list of the selected type 1) Display the type list with 2) Select the type with โโ (yellow). / and press OK to view.
4) Press (green) to start searching. โ All the programme titles including the word you set will be listed. โ Searching without any characters will list all programmes including current programmes. โโ 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. โ To list favourite channels, set Favourites Edit.
โโ DVB-T and Analogue channels are displayed on the same TV Guide screen. D and A may be displayed to distinguish DVB-T and Analogue channels. There will be no programme listings for Analogue channels.
Teletext Viewing Teletext 1. Switch to teletext with TEXT. โโ Displays the index page (content varies depending on the broadcasters). โโ Current / sub page numbers are displayed on the top left of the screen. โโ Time / date is displayed on the top right of the screen. โโ Colour bar is displayed on the bottom of the screen. 2. Select the page with Numeric buttons, (coloured buttons). โโ / or To adjust contrast 1) Press MENU three times to display Contrast.
โ โ Watch TV and teletext in two windows at once 1. Press MENU twice. 2. Set Picture and text to On / Off with โโ / . Operations can be made only in teletext screen. โ โ Store frequently viewed pages in the colour bar (List mode) 1. Press (coloured buttons) while the page is displayed. 2. Press and hold OK. โโ The stored page number changes to white. โโ To change stored pages 1) Press (coloured buttons) to change. 2) Enter a new page number with Numeric buttons. 3) Press and hold OK.
Teletext mode Teletext services are the text information provided by the broadcasters. โโ The features may vary depending on the broadcasters. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Display Settings > Teletext with access. 3. Select TOP (FLOF) / List with / / and press OK to and press OK to set. โ โ FLOF (FASTEXT) mode In FLOF mode, four differently coloured subjects are situated on the bottom of the screen.
Teletext Character Set Selects teletext language font. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Display Settings > Teletext Character Set with press OK to access. 3. Select the font with / / and and press OK to set. West: English, French, German, Greek, Italian, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish, etc. East1: Czech, English, Estonian, Lettish, Rumanian, Russian, Ukrainian, etc. East2: Czech, Hungarian, Lettish, Polish, Rumanian, etc.
Tuning and editing channels Setting menu You can retune channels, create your favourite channel lists, skip unwanted channels, etc. 1. Display TV Selection with TV. 2. Select the mode with / and press OK to set. DVB-C / DVB-T / Analogue 3. Display the menu with MENU. 4. Select Setup > Tuning Menu with / and press OK to access. DVB-C Tuning Menu / DVB-T Tuning Menu / Analogue Tuning Menu โโ The menu name varies depending on the TV mode. 5. Select one of the functions with / and press OK to access.
โโ To change the category (blue) 3. Press OK to add it to favourites list. โโ โโ To add all channels to the list 1) Press (yellow). 2) Press (green) to add all. To add consecutive channels to the list at once 1) Press (yellow). 2) Make the channel block with / and press OK to add. 4. Press BACK/RETURN and OK to store. โ โ Edit DVB favourites list You can edit the favourites list while the cursor is on the channel in the favourites list.
Channel List โ โ 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).
3) Press BACK/RETURN to store. = Note = โโ If a VCR is connected only with the RF cable in Analogue, edit VCR. Auto Setup Automatically retunes the channels received in the area. โโ This function is available if channel tuning is already performed. โโ Only the selected mode is retuned. All the previous tuning settings are erased. โโ If Child Lock PIN number has been set, the PIN number is required. Functions > Child Lock > PIN number โโ If tuning has not been done completely, set Manual Tuning.
โ โ Auto Setup using the buttons on the TV 1. Press and hold INPUT/OK/HOLD for MENU button for 3 seconds to display the menu. 2. Set Auto Setup with following control panel buttons. โโ Move the cursor / select from a range of options / select the menu item (up and down only) โโ Access the menu / store settings after adjustments have been made or options have been set with INPUT/OK/HOLD for MENU button Manual Tuning โโ Normally use Auto Setup or Update Channel List to retune DVB channels.
โ โ Analogue Set Analogue channel manually after Auto Setup. โโ Set Sound System and Colour System, and then perform this function. Normally set Colour System to Auto. โ SC1: PAL B, G, H / SECAM B, G โ SC2: PAL I โ SC3: PAL D, K / SECAM D, K โ F: SECAM L, Lโ 1. Select the channel position with Numeric buttons. 2. Select the channel with Channel Up / Down. 3. Search with / 4. Select Store with . / and press OK to set.
Signal Condition Selects a channel and checks the signal condition. A good Signal Strength is not an indication of suitable signal for DVB reception. โโ Use the Signal Quality indicator as follows. โ Green bar: Good โ Yellow bar: Poor โ Red bar: Bad (Check the terrestrial aerial or cable.) โโ Vertical lines show the maximum signal value of the selected channel.
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. โโ During the operation, audio signal is output from DIGITAL AUDIO and HDMI2 (ARC function) terminals.
โ โ To insert or remove the USB Flash Memory Ensure alignment is straight and complete when inserting or removing. โโ 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 = โโ Check the terminal type and devices are correct when connecting.
Video Media Player > Video mode Music Media Player > Music mode 6. The thumbnail view will be displayed. (Example) โโ To display / hide information of the highlighted content = Note = โโ You may also access each mode directly from APPS List. my Home Screen > APPS List > How to use โโ Select the appropriate device and content for playing back each file. โโ You can use the following buttons during playback. Confirm the remote control code is โ73โ.
Network device You can enjoy photo, video or music stored in the network devices. โโ To enable this function, connect this TV to your home network. Network > Network connections Network > Network settings โ โ How to set User / Password 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > File Sharing Settings > Network Device List with and press OK to access. 3. Select the network device with 4. Enter User / Password with OK to set. โโ / and press OK to access.
Photo mode Selecting file Select the file in the thumbnail view with playback. / / / and press OK to start : Error display โโ To change the size of photos in the thumbnail view 1) Display the option menu with OPTION. 2) Select Change Size with โโ / and press OK to change.
โโ To rotate 90ยฐ (blue) โโ To return to thumbnail BACK/RETURN Sorting photos โ โ 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. / and press Folder view: Displays the thumbnail grouped by folder. โโ Files which are not in a folder will be collected to the folder named โ/โ. Sort by Date / Sort by Month: Displays the thumbnail grouped by the same date or month.
โ โ Slideshow Settings Set up the settings for Photo mode. 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2. Select Slideshow Settings with OK. 3. Select one of the following items with / and press OK to access. Frame / Colour Effect / Transition Effect / Auto Makeup / Screen Mode / Burst Playback / Interval / Repeat / Back Ground Music 4. Set with / / / and press OK to store.
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. โโ This function is available when Frame is set to Off.
Interval (Long / Normal / Short) Selects slideshow interval. โโ Not valid when Frame is set to Drift, Gallery, Cinema or when Transition Effect is set to Motion Repeat (On / Off) Slideshow repeat Back Ground Music (Off / Type1 / Type2 / Type3 / Type4 / Type5 / User / Auto) Selects the background music during Photo mode. Type1 - 5: Music files installed on this TV at the factory settings will be played back. Auto: Music files stored in the current device will be played back.
= Note = โโ Picture quality may be degraded depending on the slideshow settings. โโ Picture setting may not work 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. โโ 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 โโ โโ (red).
Watching video โ โ 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. / . โโ The structure of titles and scenes may vary depending on the digital video camera used. โโ Playback may not continue depending on the condition.
โโ 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. โ You can also change the mode pressing ASPECT. (Press repeatedly until you reach the desired mode.) โ Aspect cannot be changed depending on the content. โโ To return to thumbnail BACK/RETURN Video Setup Set up the settings for Video mode. 1.
Subtitle Display / hide subtitles (if available). โโ This function is available during playback. Subtitle Text Selects the font type to display subtitles correctly (if available). โโ This function is available during playback. Repeat (On / Off) Playback repeat within the title or selected file (depending on the content) Audio output settings โโ 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 โโ / / / . (red). For supported file formats Media Player > Technical information > Music format โ โ Thumbnail view โโ To display / hide information of the highlighted content โโ To start playback (red) โโ To change the device (yellow) โโ To change the contents (blue) Playing music โ โ Playback of the selected file in the folder 1. Select the folder with 2. Select the file with 3.
โโ 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. โโ To display / hide the operation guide โโ To the previous track (red) โโ To the next track (green) โโ To return to thumbnail BACK/RETURN Music Setup Set up the setting for Music mode. โโ This function is available in the thumbnail view. 1.
Technical information Device handling caution โโ Data modified with a PC may not be displayed. โโ Do not remove the device while the TV is accessing data. Otherwise this can damage the device or TV. โโ Do not touch the pins on the device. โโ Do not subject the device to a high pressure or impact. โโ Insert the device in the correct direction. Otherwise this can damage the device or TV. โโ Electrical interference, static electricity, or erroneous operation may damage the data or device.
Photo format โ โ Supported Photo formats โโ JPEG (.jpg, .jpeg) Sub-sampling: 4:4:4, 4:2:2, 4:2:0 Image resolution (pixel): 8 ร 8 to 30 719 ร 17 279 โโ DCF and EXIF standards โโ Progressive JPEG is not supported. = Note = โโ Some files may not be played back even if they fulfil these conditions. โโ Do not use multi-byte characters or other special codes for file names. โโ Connected devices may become unusable with this TV if the file or folder names are changed.
Video format โ โ Supported Video formats โโ AVI (.avi) Video codec: H.264 BP/MP/HP, MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4 SP/ASP, VC-1, Windows Media Video Ver. 9 Audio codec: AAC, ADPCM, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS core, HE-AAC, LPCM, MPEG Audio, MP3, WMA, WMA Pro โโ Some subtitles or chapter functions may not be available. โโ MP4 (.f4v, .m4v, .mp4) Video codec: H.
โโ FLV (.flv) Video codec: H.264 BP/MP/HP Audio codec: AAC, MP3 โโ 3GPP (.3gp, .3g2) Video codec: H.264 BP/MP/HP, MPEG4 SP/ASP Audio codec: AAC, HE-AAC โโ 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 โโ TS (.mts, .m2ts, .tp, .trp, .ts, .tts) Video codec: H.
= Note = โโ Some files may not be played back even if they fulfil these conditions. โโ Do not use multi-byte characters or other special codes for file names. โโ Connected devices may become unusable with this TV if the file or folder names are changed. โโ Supported formats are different in Media Player and media server. Music format โ โ Supported Music formats โโ MP3 (.mp3) โโ AAC (.m4a) โโ Copy-protected files cannot be played back. โโ FLAC (.flac) โโ WMA / WMA Pro (.
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) โโ 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.
โโ 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 โโ Video communication (for example Skypeโข) requires an exclusive Communication Camera TY-CC20W. For details, read the manual of the Communication Camera.
DLNA Information This TV is a DLNA Certifiedโข product. DLNAยฎ (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. โโ To enable this function, connect this TV to your home network.
โโ Twonky โTwonkyโ is the product of PacketVideo Corporation. To obtain the Installation Guides for installing and setting โTwonkyโ, visit the website of TwonkyMedia. Additional fees may be charged to obtain server software. = Note = โโ For more information about the server software, please consult each software company. โโ 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.
โ โ 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 DLNAยฎ 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. โโ 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. โโ If you do not have any broadband network services, please consult your retailer for assistance. โโ Dial-up internet connections cannot be used. โโ 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. โโ To use internet service, you need a broadband network environment. Network > Network connections > Internet connection โ โ 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.
โ โ Wired connection (For DLNA and internet service) ETHERNET terminal LAN cable (Shielded) โโ Use the Shielded Twist Pair (STP) LAN cable. Hub or Router Internet environment DLNA Certified media server (PC, etc.) โ โ Wireless connection (For DLNA) TV โโ To use the TV as a wireless access point Network > Network settings > Custom - Wireless Access Point DLNA Certified media server (PC, etc.
Note โโ Ensure to use a LAN straight cable. โโ Set up and connect equipment required for the network environment. You cannot make such settings on this TV. Read the manual of the equipment. โโ If your modem has no broadband router functions, use a broadband router. โโ If your modem has broadband router functions but there are no vacant ports, use a hub. โโ 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 โ โ Quick setup - Wireless 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > Network Connection with access. โโ / and press OK to access. When the LAN cable is connected, wired setup will be done automatically. 4. Select your desired access point with โโ and press OK to Confirm the encryption key, settings and position of your access point before starting setup.
โโ To set manually Network > Network settings > Custom - Wireless โ โ 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. Network > Network settings > Network Status 5. Select Exit with โโ / and press OK to set.
โโ 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. โ 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. โโ To search access points again (blue) โโ To display / hide information of the highlighted access point โโ It is recommended to select the encrypted access point. 4.
Proxy Settings โโ It is not required for normal household use. โโ 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 โโ Auto is recommended. โโ Available settings are displayed automatically. โโ To set manually, select and set IP Address / Subnet Mask / Default Gateway / DNS Address.
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. โโ Confirm the PIN code, network settings of the equipment before starting setup. For details, read the manual of the equipment. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.
โโ Ensure the equipment to connect supports WPS for this setup. โโ WPS: Wi-Fi Protected Setupโข Network Status Displays and checks the network status (MAC Address, current network settings, etc.). 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > Network Status with / and press OK to access. 3. Automatically testing is done and Network Status is displayed. Try Again: Performs automatic testing of the network connection for the TV and displays the current status again.
โโ To use this function fully, you need a broadband network environment. Ensure the network connections and network settings are completed. Network > Network connections Network > Network settings VIERA Name Sets your favourite name for this TV. โโ This name will be used as the name of this TV on the screen of the other network equipment. โโ When you use two or more TVs in your network environment, set the names of the TVs for each.
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.).
= Note = โโ Depending on the area, this function may not be available. For details, consult your local Panasonic dealer. 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 TVโs software if any updates are available. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > Software Update with / and press OK to access. 3.
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. โโ For the operations to access another TV, select the name of another TV from the displayed media server list.
โโ 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. โโ To display / hide the operation guide โโ To pause (return to Single view) OK โโ To return to list BACK/RETURN โ โ Slideshow Settings Set up the settings for photo file operations on this TV. 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2.
Auto Makeup (On / Off) Automatically detects the face in the photo and improves luminance and contrast. Interval (Long / Normal / Short) Selects slideshow interval. โโ Not valid when Transition Effect is set to Motion Repeat (On / Off) Slideshow repeat Back Ground Music (Off / Type1 / Type2 / Type3 / Type4 / Type5) Selects the background music during Photo mode.
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. โโ For the operations to access another TV, select the name of another TV from the displayed media server list.
โโ 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. โโ 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 โโ 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. โโ 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. โโ For the operations to access another TV, select the name of another TV from the displayed media server list.
Playing music โ โ Playback โโ To operate playback : Rewind : Fast forward : Stop OK : Pause (displays the time seek bar) / Playback โโ 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.
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 โ โ Supported Photo formats โโ JPEG (.jpg, .jpeg) Sub-sampling: 4:4:4, 4:2:2, 4:2:0 Image resolution (pixel): 8 ร 8 to 30 719 ร 17 279 โโ DCF and EXIF standards โโ Progressive JPEG is not supported. = Note = โโ Some files may not be played back even if they fulfil these conditions. โโ Do not use multi-byte characters or other special codes for file names. โโ Connected devices may become unusable with this TV if the file or folder names are changed.
โโ 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 โโ This TV supports this container recorded with Panasonic products. For details, read the manual of the products. โโ 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 โโ Some subtitles or chapter functions may not be available.
โโ PS (.mod, .mpg, .mpeg, .vob, .vro) Video codec: MPEG1, MPEG2 Audio codec: Dolby Digital, LPCM, MPEG Audio โโ 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 โ โ Supported Subtitles formats โโ MicroDVD, SubRip, TMPlayer (.srt, .sub, .txt) โโ 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 โ โ Supported Music formats โโ MP3 (.mp3) โโ AAC (.m4a) โโ Copy-protected files cannot be played back. โโ FLAC (.flac) โโ WMA / WMA Pro (.wma) โโ Copy-protected files cannot be played back. โโ WMA Lossless is not supported. โโ LPCM (.wav) = Note = โโ Some files may not be played back even if they fulfil these conditions. โโ Do not use multi-byte characters or other special codes for file names.
Functions VIERA Link โHDAVI Controlโขโ Summary of VIERA Link Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with Panasonic products which have โHDAVI Controlโขโ 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.
โ โ VIERA Link (HDMI connection) โโ Use a fully wired HDMI compliant cable. โโ Connect the equipment supporting VIERA Link to the TVโs HDMI terminal via an HDMI cable. About HDMI cable for connecting Panasonic HD Video Camera or LUMIX Camera, read the manual of the equipment.
โ โ VIERA Link (HDMI and Audio out connections) โโ Use a fully wired HDMI compliant cable. โโ Connect the equipment supporting VIERA Link to the TVโs HDMI terminal via an HDMI cable. โโ Use a fully wired SCART cable. โโ Use the optical digital audio cable or SCART cable for audio output from the TV.
โ โ Available features (HDMI and Audio out connections) Player theatre โโ Easy playback โโ Power on Link โโ Power off Link โโ Intelligent Auto Standby โโ VIERA Link Control โโ Speaker Selection Blu-ray Disc theatre โโ Easy playback โโ Power on Link โโ Power off Link โโ Standby Power Save โโ Intelligent Auto Standby โโ VIERA Link Control โโ Speaker Selection Amplifier โโ Power off Link โโ Intelligent Auto Standby โโ Speaker Selection : For equipment which has โHDAVI Control 2 or
โ โ 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 โHDAVI Controlโขโ > VIERA Link Control โโ Recorder: Maximum 3 (DIGA Recorder, etc.
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. When the TV is set to Standby mode, the connected equipment is also automatically set to Standby.
VIERA Link Control You can control some functions of the connected equipment with this TVโs remote control by pointing at the TVโs 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 = โโ If you cannot operate the equipment, check the settings and the equipment. Functions > VIERA Link โHDAVI Controlโขโ > Summary of VIERA Link โโ Some operations may not be available depending on the equipment. In this case, use the remote control of the connected equipment. โโ 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 TVโs remote control by pointing at the TVโs signal receiver.
โ โ Multi-channel sound If you want to enjoy the multi-channel sound (e.g. Dolby Digital 5.1ch) via an Amplifier, connect it with an HDMI cable and Optical digital audio cable, and then select Home Cinema. If your Amplifier has the โHDAVI Control 5โ function, you only need to connect it with an HDMI cable to the TVโs HDMI2 terminal. To enjoy multi-channel sound from DIGA Recorder, connect an HDMI cable from the DIGA Recorder to the Amplifier.
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. โโ Enter the PIN number twice at first setting. โโ Make a note of the PIN number in case you forget it.
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 = โโ 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.
Data Service Application Using Data Service Application You can enjoy Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV application that is one of the interactive data services for digital broadcasting. 1. Display TV Selection with TV. 2. Select the mode with / and press OK to set. DVB-C / DVB-T 3. Display the menu with MENU. 4. Select Setup > Data Service Application > Service with OK to access. 5. Select Auto Start On with / / and press and press OK to set.
Note โโ To use Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV application fully, you need a broadband network environment. Ensure the network connections and network settings are completed. Network > Network connections Network > Network settings โโ Not all the data services are available depending on the country, area and broadcaster. โโ Depending on the connection environment, the internet connection may be slow or may not be successful. โโ Operations may vary depending on the broadcaster.
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. โ โ How to insert CI module and smart card โโ Turn the TV off with Mains Power On / Off switch whenever inserting or removing the CI module. โโ 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.
โ โ Insert the CI module (optional) โโ Normally encrypted channels will appear. (The viewable channels and its features depend on the CI module.) If encrypted channels do not appear, take the following steps. โโ For more details, read the manual of the CI module, or check with the content provider. 1. Display TV Selection with TV. 2. Select the mode with / and press OK to set. DVB-C / DVB-T 3. Display the menu with MENU. 4. Select Setup > Common Interface with 5.
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. โโ / and press Child Lock PIN number is required depending on the country. If you have forgotten your changed PIN, input โ6969โ as the PIN number. Functions > Child Lock > PIN number 3.
Updating the TV Software Information A new version of software may be released for download to enhance the performance or operations of the TV. If there is an update available and the channel has the update information, a notification message is displayed. โโ 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. Display the menu with MENU. 2.
โโ A notification message may be a reminder. In this case, schedule information (the date when the new version can be used) will appear. You can set the reservation for update. The update will not start when the TV is off. 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.
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!:#+-*_()โโ%&?,;=$[]~<>{}|`^\ :abc2ABC :def3DEF :ghi4GHI :jkl5JKL :mno6MNO :pqrs7PQRS :tuv8TUV :wxyz9WXYZ : Space 0 โโ The character is set automatically if you leave for 1 second. โโ You can also set the character pressing OK or other Numeric buttons less than 1 second.
Keyboard Keyboard โโ Keyboards requiring the drivers are not supported. โโ 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. โโ 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. โโ 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. โโ Only available items can be selected. โโ You can also access from eHELP pressing available).
โโ To change menu pages โโ To change the colour type of on-screen displays, set OSD Colour. my Home Screen > my Home Screen > OSD Colour = Note = โโ Menu items and selectable options vary depending on the mode (TV mode, Media Player, Network services, etc.). โ โ Using control panel buttons 1. Press and hold INPUT/OK/HOLD for MENU button for 3 seconds to display the menu. 2. Select and set with following control panel buttons.
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).
Noise reduction settings Noise Reduction (Auto / Max / Mid / Min / Off) Reduces unwanted picture noise. Watching > For best picture > Noise reduction settings โโ Not valid when 1080p Pixel Direct is set to On 39 / 42 / 50 inches model MPEG Noise Reduction (Auto / Max / Mid / Min / Off) Reduces flicker noise in contoured parts of a picture and block noise.
HDMI Content Type (Graphics / Photos / Auto / Off) Adjusts the picture settings of each HDMI input according to the selected content type. Watching > For best picture > Option Settings โโ For HDMI input HDMI RGB Range (Auto / Full / Normal) Adjusts the black level of the image for each HDMI input. Watching > For best picture > Option Settings โโ When the black level is not suitable, select Full. โโ For HDMI input AV Colour System (Auto / PAL / SECAM / M.
Screen Settings 16:9 Overscan (On / Off) Selects the screen area displaying the image for 16:9 aspect. Watching > For best picture > Screen Settings โโ 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 โโ 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 โโ For DVB Volume Adjusts the volume for Audio Description. Watching > For best audio > Audio Description โโ For DVB Speakers (Mix / Standard) Set to Mix to activate the description sound track from TV speakers.
Advanced settings MPX Selects multiplex sound mode (if available). Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings โโ For Analogue Audio Preference (Auto / Multichannel / Stereo / MPEG) Selects the initial setting for audio tracks. Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings โโ For DVB 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 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 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. Functions > Child Lock > Using Child Lock Tuning Menu Favourites Edit Creates a list of favourite channels.
Favourite Network Selects your favourite network for each broadcasters (only available in some countries). Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Other settings โโ For DVB-C, DVB-T New Channel Message (On / Off) Selects whether to give a notification message when a new channel is found or not. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > New Channel Message โโ For DVB Service Replacement (On / Off) Set to On to display a message to switch to the available service (only available in some countries).
= Note = โโ The settings in Tuning Menu are applicable only for the selected TV mode. The menu name varies depending on the TV mode. (DVB-C Tuning Menu / DVB-T Tuning Menu / Analogue Tuning Menu) Language OSD Language Changes language for on-screen displays. Watching > Basic > Language Preferred Audio 1 / 2 Selects the first and second preferred language for DVB multi audio (depending on the broadcaster).
Teletext (TOP (FLOF) / List) Selects teletext display mode. Watching > Teletext > Teletext mode Teletext Character Set (West / East1 / East2) Selects teletext language font. Watching > Teletext > Teletext Character Set Default Guide (Channel List / TV Guide) Selects the default screen when pressing GUIDE. Watching > TV Guide > Using TV Guide โโ This function may not be available in some countries or regions.
Common Interface Sets to watch encrypted channels, etc. Functions > Common Interface > Using Common Interface VIERA Link Settings VIERA Link (On / Off) Sets to use VIERA Link functions. Functions > VIERA Link โHDAVI Controlโขโ > Preparations Power on Link (On / Off) Sets to use Power on Link functions. Functions > VIERA Link โHDAVI Controlโขโ > Power on Link Power off Link (On / Off) Sets to use Power off Link functions.
Data Service Application Service (Auto Start On / Auto Start Off / Off) Sets to use Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV application. โโ Not all the data services are available depending on the country, area and broadcaster. Functions > Data Service Application > Using Data Service Application โโ For DVB Store Cookie (On / Off) Sets to store the information from a data service to the TV in order to access again quickly.
Other Settings GUIDE Plus+ Settings Settings for the GUIDE Plus+ system Watching > TV Guide > Using TV Guide Power Save (On / Off) Reduces brightness of the picture to economise on power consumption.
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 โโ Auto aspect is designed to provide you with the best ratio to fill the screen. Watching > For best picture > Aspect Control Signal โโ Press ASPECT if you want to change the aspect ratio manually.
No image can be displayed โโ Check the correct input mode is selected. โโ Check the setting of AV2 (COMPONENT / VIDEO) in Input Selection to match the output of the external equipment. Watching > External equipment โโ Is Contrast, Brightness or Colour in the Picture Menu set to the minimum? Watching > For best picture > Basic settings โโ Check all required cables and connections are firmly in place. Blurry or distorted image (no sound or low volume) โโ Reset channels.
โโ Weather conditions will affect signal reception (heavy rain, snow, etc.), in particular in poor reception areas. Even during good weather, the high pressure can cause poor reception of some channels. โโ Due to the digital reception technologies involved, quality of the digital signals may be relatively low in some cases, despite good reception of analogue channels. โโ Turn the TV off with Mains Power On / Off switch, then turn it on again.
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 โโ Is โSound muteโ active? Press MUTE to switch sound mute on or off. โโ Is the volume set to the minimum? โโ Check connections and setting of external equipment. Watching > External equipment โโ Ensure that Speaker Selection is set to TV.
Pictures from external equipment are unusual when the equipment is connected via HDMI โโ Check the HDMI cable is connected properly. Watching > External equipment > External connection โโ Turn the TV and equipment off, then turn them on again. โโ Check an input signal from the equipment. Watching > External equipment > Valid input signals โโ Use equipment compliant with EIA/CEA-861/861D. Network Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem.
Cannot select the file during DLNA operations โโ Is media server of the connected equipment prepared? Network > DLNA > Information โโ Check applicable data format. Network > Technical information โโ Check the settings of Network Link Settings. Network > Network settings > Network Link Settings Cannot operate internet content โโ Check the connections and settings. Network > Network connections > Internet connection Network > Network settings โโ The server or connected line may be busy now.
Overcurrent error message appears โโ The connected USB device may cause this error. Remove the device and turn the TV off with Mains Power On / Off switch, then turn it on again. โโ Check foreign objects are not inside the USB port. An error message appears โโ Follow the messageโs instructions. โโ If the problem persists, contact your local Panasonic dealer or the authorised service centre.
Maintenance Care and Cleaning First, remove the mains plug from the socket outlet. โ โ 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 โ โ Communication Camera โโ TY-CC20W โ This camera can be used in the video communication tool. Network > Internet content > Selecting internet content โ Depending on the area, this optional accessory may not be available. For details, consult your local Panasonic dealer. Wall-hanging bracket โ โ Wall-hanging bracket โโ Please contact your local Panasonic dealer to purchase the recommended wall-hanging bracket.
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GUIDE Plus+, Rovi and Rovi Guide are trademarks of Rovi Corporation and/ or its subsidiaries. The GUIDE Plus+ and the Rovi Guide system are 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.
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