Operating Instructions LCD Television Model No. TX-26LE7LA TX-32LE7LA DIRECT TV REC GUIDE TV/AV OK MENU TEXT EXIT F.P. INDEX HOLD 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 C VCR ASPECT N REC VCR DVD PROGRAMME TV English Please read these instructions before operating your set and retain them for future reference. The images shown in this manual are for illustrative purposes only.
Turn your living room into a home theatre! Experience an amazing level of multi-media excitement Sharp pictures with HDMI terminal Control DVD recorder / VCR via TV with Q-Link connection (p.
Contents Be Sure to Read Enjoy rich multi-media Safety Precautions ······································ 4 (Warning / Caution) Notes ··························································· 5 Maintenance················································ 5 Quick Start Guide Accessories / Options ·········· 6 Identifying Controls ··············· 7 Basic Connection ··················· 8 Auto Setup ································· 10 Set top box Quick Start Guide Camcorder • •• DVD recorder Amplifier
Safety Precautions Warning & Caution Handling the mains plug Ensure that the mains plug is easily accessible at all times. Insert the mains plug fully into the socket outlet. (If the mains plug is loose, it could generate heat and cause fire.) Do not touch the mains plug with a wet hand. (This may cause electrical shock.) Note If the set is not switched off when the TV station stops transmitting, it will automatically go to standby mode after 30 minutes. This function will operate only in TV mode.
Notes Keep the TV away from this equipment Electronic equipment Do not remove the cover In particular, do not place video equipment too close the TV (electromagnetic interference may distort images / sound). Do not remove the rear cover as live parts are accessible when it is removed. There are no user serviceable parts inside.
Accessories / Options Standard accessories Remote Control Transmitter • OK EUR7651030A 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 C 0 Check that you have the accessories and items shown Operating Instructions Batteries for the Remote Control Transmitter (2) Pan European Guarantee Card • R6 (UM3) N TV Clamper Installing remote's batteries 1 Attaching the clamper Pull open Hook 2 Close Rear of the TV + - + - Bundle the cables Note the correct polarity (+ or -) To tighten: To loosen: Caution • •• ••
Identifying Controls Function select Headphones jack (p. 26) ( Volume / Contrast / Brightness / Colour / Sharpness / Tint (NTSC mode) / Bass / Treble / Balance / Tuning mode (p. 18) ) AV3 S-V AV3 terminals (p. 26) V On / Off switch L Store setting (p. 18) R ( Remote control signal receiver Used to store tuning and other function settings ) Switches TV/AV Power lamp • Red light indicates Standby mode, green light indicates On mode.
Basic Connection External equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this TV. Please ensure that the TV is disconnected from the mains socket before attaching or disconnecting any leads. 1 Ex. Connecting aerial (TV only) 2 Ex.
Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR and Set top box (TV, DVD Recorder, VCR and Set top box) 3 Ex.
Auto Setup Search and store TV channels automatically. These steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed your local dealer.
Watching TV 1 Turn power on (Press for about 1 second) MAINS power On / Off switch should be On. Picture will appear. GUIDE 1 BBC 1 OK EXIT HOLD 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 C Select a channel up 2 0 VCR Volume or down 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 VCR Ŷ To select a channel using programme guide GUIDE ASPECT select page select programme OK watch Quick Start Guide 1 Programme Guide Prog. TV : : : : : : : : : : : : : Name BBC1 BBC2 ITV Chan. Prog.
Viewing Teletext You can enjoy news, weather forecasts and subtitles, etc. (depending on the broadcaster) What is FASTEXT mode (default)? In FASTEXT mode, four differently coloured subjects are situated at the bottom of the display. To access more information about one of these subjects, press the appropriately coloured button. This facility enables fast access to information on the subjects shown.
If you wish to hold the current page without updating HOLD Stop or resume automatic updating HOLD Ŷ To resume HOLD Return to the main index page INDEX Call up a favourite pages INDEX • FASTEXT mode only View favourite page by pressing F.P. button F.P. •• Call up the page stored in "blue". Factory setting is "P888" (subtitle service) on blue button. Watch TV and Teletext in two windows at once View in multi window • • TEXT Operations can be made only in Teletext screen.
Watching VCR, DVD and Satellites The Remote Control is capable of operating some functions of selected Panasonic VCRs and DVD (Digital Versatile Disc) equipment. Connect the Satellite receiver and you can watch satellite broadcasts.To connect the equipment (p. 8) 1 Turn the TV on Ŷ When connecting with SCART as example 2 or 3 (p. 8 and p.
How to Use Menu Functions • How to operate (p.
How to Use Menu Functions Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions. • Setup menu (p.
Ŷ Menu list Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Viewing mode Selects four different screen settings (Dynamic / Normal / Cinema / Auto) In each Viewing mode setting, Contrast, Brightness, Colour, Sharpness, Tint (in NTSC only), Colour balance, P-NR and 3D-COMB can be adjusted and stored to suit your particular viewing requirement (e.g., you may require different settings for viewing sports, films, news etc.
Editing and Setting Channels The channel settings can be changed according to your needs and reception conditions.
Edit the programme position settings Name Select the channel to edit Programme edit Prog. 1 2 3 4 5 : : : : : Chan. Name Lock CH44 CH51 CH41 CH47 CH37 ABC XYZ FTP 123 456 Off Off Off Off Off Delete Edit channels Programme edit Move select Cursor Download Edit Ŷ To delete Ŷ To change the name of the broadcaster red displayed when selecting channels After confirming, press Ŷ To add red Programme edit Prog.
Restore Settings Resets the TV to its original condition, i.e. no channels tuned in. All settings other than "Owner ID" (channels, picture, sound quality, etc.) are reset.
Owner ID Entry of the security code (PIN number) and "personal information" (your name, address and post code). In the unfortunate event of theft it will help the Police to determine the owner. If you have skipped the Owner ID input in "Auto Setup" (p. 10), and input it later, start from . If you input the Owner ID in "Auto Setup" (p. 10), perform .
Q-Link Functions Q-Link interlocks the TV unit and VCR / DVD recorder, enables easy recording and playback. Ŷ Condition • •• Ŷ • • Use the VCR / DVD recorder with the following logos: "Q-Link", "NEXTVIEWLINK", "DATA LOGIC", "Easy Link", "Megalogic", or "SMARTLINK" Connect the equipment to this unit’s AV1 or AV2 terminal via a "fully-wired" SCART cable. (p. 28) Q-Link terminal setup in Setup menu (Q-Link, AV1/AV2 out). (p. 18) Download channel settings Perform Auto setup. (p.
HDMI Functions HDMI connection HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) allows you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality sound by connecting the TV unit and the equipment. HDMI-compatible equipment ( 1) with an HDMI or DVI output terminal, such as a set top box or a DVD player, can be connected to the HDMI terminal using an HDMI compliant (fully wired) cable. About connections, see "External Equipment" (p. 26).
HDMI Functions (Continued) VIERA Link " Control" Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with Panasonic products which have "HDAVI Control" function. HDMI connections to some Panasonic equipment (Panasonic DVD Recorder DIGA, Panasonic Player theatre, Panasonic Amplifier, etc.) allow you to enjoy easy playback, power on link, power off link or home theatre. About connections, see "External Equipment" (p. 26). Read the manuals of the equipment too. This function needs an HDMI compliant (fully wired) cable.
Easy playback Automatic Input switching-When the connected Panasonic equipment is operated, input mode is switched automatically. When it is stopped operating, input mode is returned. You can control the theatre speaker with TV’s remote control. This function is available when Panasonic Amplifier or Player theatre is connected.
External Equipment Connections (overview) These diagrams show our recommendations for how to connect the TV unit to your various equipment. For other connections, consult the instructions of each equipment, the table below, and the specifications (p. 33).
To listen with speakers Amplifier with speaker system PC Computer (Listening) RF cable COMPONENT VIDEO PR PB Y AUDIO AUDIO R L L R AV2 AV1 RGB S-VIDEO VIDEO VIERA Link (p.
Technical Information Aspect Ratio The optimum size and aspect can be chosen, and you can enjoy finer images. (p. 11) ŶAuto aspect: Auto aspect determines the best aspect ratio to use to fill your screen. It does this using a four step process to determine if the picture being viewed is a widescreen picture. If Auto aspect detects a widescreen signal it switches into the appropriate 16:9 or 14:9 widescreen mode.
SCART, S-video and HDMI terminals information Ŷ AV1 SCART terminal Ŷ AV2 SCART terminal (RGB, VIDEO, Q-Link) Suitable inputs for AV1 include RGB (Red / Green / Blue).
FAQs Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to resolve the problem. If problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer or Panasonic Customer Care Centre for assistance. For details (p. 36) White spots or shadow images (noise) • Check the position, direction, and connection of the aerial.
Problem Sound No sound is produced Sound level is low or sound is distorted Sound is unusual HDMI Other Pictures from external equipment are unusual when the equipment is connected via HDMI An error message appears "VIERA Link" function does not work TV unit goes into "Standby mode" The remote control does not work An error message appears Actions •• •• •• • •• •• • •• •• •• •• Is "Sound Mute" active? (p. 7) Is the volume set to the minimum? Sound signal reception may be deteriorated. Set "NICAM" (p.
Index A Accessories ···························································· 6 Ambience······························································ 17 Aspect····························································· 11, 28 Auto Setup ······················································ 10, 19 AV1/AV2 out ··················································· 14, 22 N NICAM ·································································· 17 Normalise ·············································
Specifications TX-26LE7LA Power Source TX-32LE7LA AC 220-240 V, 50 Hz Power Consumption Average use 92 W 121 W Display panel Standby condition 1W Aspect Ratio 16:9 Visible screen size 66 cm Number of pixels 80 cm 1,049,088 (1,366 (W) x 768 (H)) Audio Output 2 × 8 W RMS, 8 Headphones M3 (3.
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