TX-32ES503B TX-40ES503B TX-49ES503B TX-24ES500B TX-32ES500B TX-40ES500B TX-32ES400B TX-40ES400B TX-49ES400B TX-49ES500B e HELP English
Read first Before use • Licence 12 Features • my Home Screen 15 • Freeview Play EPG 16 • Easy Mirroring 17 Home Screen my Home Screen • Information 18 • How to use 19 • Settings 20 APPS List • Information 22 • How to use 23 • Settings 24 Watching Basic • Basic connection 25 • Selecting channel 28 • Freeview Play banner (UK) 30 • Information banner 32 • Option Menu 35 • Subtitle 37 • Last view 38 • Off Timer 39 • Energy saving functions 40 • Adjusting time 42 • Language 43
• Watching external input 49 • Operating with TV’s remote control 50 • HDMI features 52 • Valid input signals 54 For best picture • Viewing Mode 55 • Ambient Sensor 56 • Aspect 57 • Aspect Control Signal 58 • Basic settings 60 • Noise reduction settings 61 • Advanced Settings 62 • Option Settings 66 • Screen Settings 68 • Copy Adjustment 69 For best audio • Sound mode 70 • Basic settings 71 • Volume settings 73 • Voice Guidance Settings 75 • Audio Description 76 • Advanced set
Tuning and editing channels • Setting menu 91 • Channel List Editor 92 • Favourites Editor 94 • Regional Channel Edit 97 • Auto Setup 98 • Channel Sorting by Region 101 • Manual Tuning 102 • Update Channel List 104 • Signal Condition 105 • Add New Channels 106 • Other settings 107 Recording USB HDD setup • Preparations 108 • Setting for USB HDD 110 Recording current programme • One Touch Recording 112 • Rewind LIVE TV 113 Timer Programming • Setting Timer Programming 115 • Editing Ti
Photo mode • Selecting file 125 • Viewing photo 126 • Sorting photos 127 • Using Slideshow 128 Video mode • Selecting file 130 • Watching video 131 • Video Setup 133 • Audio output settings 135 Music mode • Selecting file 136 • Playing music 137 • Music Setup 138 Recorded TV mode • Selecting content 139 • Watching recorded TV 140 • Grouping content 142 • Deleting content 143 • Changing device 144 • Chapter List 145 • Audio output settings 146 Connected device •
• Selecting internet content 155 • Note 156 DLNA • In-House streaming 157 • Using DLNA 159 Network connections • Internet connection 160 • DLNA connection 161 • Note 163 Network settings • Network Connection 164 • Custom - Wireless 166 • Custom - Wired 169 • Custom - Wireless Access Point 171 • Network Status 172 • my Home Cloud Settings 173 • VIERA Name 174 • TV Remote App Settings 175 • Network Link Settings 177 • File Sharing Settings 179 • Mirroring Settings 180 • Control4 Settings 181
Music • Selecting file 193 • Playing music 194 • Music Setup 195 Supported format • Photo format 196 • Video format 197 • Music format 200 Functions Mirroring • How to use 201 • Mirroring Settings 202 VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” • Summary of VIERA Link 203 • Preparations 208 • Easy playback 209 • Power on Link 210 • Power off Link 211 • Standby Power Save 212 • Intelligent Auto Standby 213 • VIERA Link Control 214 • Speaker Selection 216 • Note 217 Child Lock • Using Child Lock
Common Interface • Caution 225 • Using Common Interface 226 Shipping Condition • Shipping Condition 227 Updating the TV Software • Information 228 • Auto update 229 • Manual update 230 Setting characters • Using Numeric buttons 231 Keyboard • Keyboard 232 Settings Setting menu • How to use 233 Picture • Viewing Mode 235 • Basic settings 236 • Ambient Sensor 237 • Noise reduction settings 238 • Advanced Settings 239 • Option Settings 240 • Screen Settings 241 • Copy Adjustment 242 • Re
• Advanced settings 249 • Reset to Defaults 250 Network • Network Connection 251 • Network Status 252 • my Home Cloud Settings 253 • VIERA Name 254 • TV Remote App Settings 255 • Network Link Settings 256 • File Sharing Settings 257 • Mirroring Settings 258 • Control4 Settings 259 • Other settings 260 Timer • Off Timer 261 • Timer Programming 262 • Time Zone 263 • Auto Standby 264 • No signal Power off 265 Setup • Eco Navigation 266 • USB Device Setup 267 • Recording Setup 268 • Child Lock 269 • Tun
Support Help menu • Using Help menu 278 FAQs • Picture 279 • Digital TV 281 • Analogue TV 283 • Sound 284 • HDMI 285 • Network 286 • Other 288 • Detailed information 290 Maintenance • Care and Cleaning 291 - 10 -
How to use ■■Meaning of signs OK : Letters enclosed in brackets indicate remote control buttons. Menu : Letters in cyan indicate on-screen display items. : References in this eHELP You can jump to the page by pressing OK while the cursor is on the references. ■■Operation guide = Note = ●● Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. ●● The images shown in this eHELP are for illustrative purposes only.
Read first Before use Licence Even if no special notation has been made of company or product trademarks, these trademarks have been fully respected. “freesat” is a registered trademark and the “freesat” logo is a trademark of Freesat (UK) Ltd. DVB and the DVB logos are trademarks of the DVB Project. DLNA®, the DLNA Logo and DLNA CERTIFIED™ are trademarks, service marks, or certification marks of the Digital Living Network Alliance.
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Features my Home Screen “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.
Freeview Play EPG Using the Freeview Play EPG enables you to select a programme easily, view programme information, etc.
Easy Mirroring You can watch and display images of other devices (smartphone, etc.) on the TV screen using a mirroring function. You can also start the mirroring function from the other devices without operating the TV.
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.
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. Home Screen > my Home Screen > Settings 2. Select a feature and press OK to access. ●● To watch full-screen TV 1) Select the TV viewer. (Example) 2) Press OK to watch.
Settings Select the setup menu from the tool guide on the top of the screen. (Example) ●● Display the tool guide with HOME if it is not displayed. ■■Home Screen Selection 1. Display Home Screen Selection with HOME. (Example) 2. Select the screen 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.
■■Search You can search for content from various sources. 1. Select Search from the tool guide. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions. = Note = ●● A broadband network environment is required to fully use this function. Ensure the network connections and network settings are completed. Network > Network connections Network > Network settings ●● Be sure to update the software when a software update notice is displayed on the TV screen.
APPS List Information Various applications (internet content, network content, 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 content, network content, 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 and press OK to access. Internet content Network > Internet content Netflix ●● You can also access the service pressing NETFLIX. ●● A broadband network environment is required to fully use this function. ●● This service may be stopped or changed without notice.
Settings You can customise APPS List (screen settings, etc.). 1. Display APPS List with APPS. 2. Select the icon for settings on APPS List and press OK to access. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. = Note = ●● Setup menu items may be changed without notice.
Watching Basic Basic connection Some features are not available on all models. Please ensure that the unit is disconnected from the mains socket before attaching or disconnecting any cables. ●● External equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this TV. ■■Satellite dish Satellite terminal Satellite cable Satellite dish ●● For Freesat, Other Sat., Satellite ●● To ensure your satellite dish is correctly installed, please consult your local dealer.
■■DVD Recorder / Blu-ray Recorder, etc. Terrestrial terminal RF cable DVD Recorder / Blu-ray Recorder, etc.
= Note = ●● For details of VIERA Link connections Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Summary of VIERA Link ●● Please also read the manual of the equipment being connected. ●● Keep the TV away from electronic equipment (video equipment, etc.) or equipment with an infrared sensor, otherwise distortion of image / sound may occur or operation of other equipment may be affected. ●● Use a fully wired HDMI compliant cable. ●● Check the terminal type and cable plugs are correct for connection.
Selecting channel Some features are not available on all models. 1. Select the mode with TV. Freesat (UK only) / DVB / Analogue / Other Sat. (UK only) / Satellite (Ireland only) ●● Selectable modes vary depending on the channels stored. 2. Select a channel with Channel Up / Down or Numeric buttons. ●● Freesat channel position numbers are in the 101 - 999 and 0101 - 0999 ranges. DVB and Other Sat. / Satellite channel position begin from number 1 upward.
■■To select the type of channel list ●● For DVB (Ireland only), Other Sat., Satellite Automatically selects all channels or favourites list in the information banner when the TV is turned on. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Other Settings > Power on Channel List and press OK to access. 3. Select All Channel List / Last and press OK to set.
Freeview Play banner (UK) Display information banner with . ●● Also appears when changing a channel. ●● For DVB (UK only) (Example) Channel position and name Programme Date / Start time / End time Current date and time Event image (when available) Features available / message meanings AD: Audio Description service available ●● This function can aid visually-impaired viewers by providing an additional audio track to describe events on screen.
●● To confirm another tuned channel / ●● To watch the channel listed in the banner OK ●● Information on the next programme ●● Extra information – Press again to hide the banner. ●● To hide the banner EXIT ●● To adjust banner timeout, set Banner Display Timeout. 1) Display the menu with MENU. 2) Select Setup > Display Settings > Banner Display Timeout and press OK to access. 3) Set the item and press OK to store.
Information banner Some features are not available on all models. Display information banner with . ●● Also appears when changing a channel. ●● For Analogue, DVB (Ireland only), Freesat, Other Sat., Satellite (Example) Channel position and name Channel type (Radio, HDTV, etc.) / Encrypted channel ( TV mode ( , , ) )/ Programme Start time / End time (except Analogue) Channel position, etc.
Also in : Same programme available as HD broadcast (UK only) ●● To display the extra information for details 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) ●● Extra information (DVB) – Press again to hide the banner.
●● To display the introduction banner for the internet service 1) Display the menu with MENU. 2) Select Setup > Display Settings > Smart Banner and press OK to access. 3) Select On / Off 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.
Option Menu Some features are not available on all models. Available menu items are displayed on your TV screen. Confirm or change the current status. 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Voice Guidance Settings / Audio Type / Multi Audio / Monaural Audio / Sub Channel / Subtitle Language / Teletext Character Set / Teletext Language / NICAM / Volume Correction ●● The function items vary depending on the TV mode and country you select. 3.
Sub Channel Selects the multifeed programme - sub channel (if available). ●● For Other Sat. (UK only), Satellite (Ireland only) Subtitle Language Selects the language in which subtitles should appear (if available). ●● This setting is not memorised and it returns to the default setting once you exit the current programme. ●● Not valid in Analogue Teletext Character Set Sets the teletext language font.
Subtitle Some features are not available on all models. ■■Freesat, DVB, Other Sat., Satellite 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 and press OK to access. 3) Select Standard / Hard of Hearing and press OK to set. – Hard of Hearing provides aids in understanding and enjoyment with digital channel subtitles (depending on the broadcaster).
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 Switch to TV Standby mode automatically after a fixed period. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Timer > Off Timer and press OK to access. 3. Select the time in 15-minute increments and press OK to set. 90 / 75 / 60 / 45 / 30 / 15 / Off (minutes) ●● To cancel, set to Off or turn the TV off. ●● The remaining time is displayed on the bottom right of the screen. ●● The remaining time will flash on the screen when less than 3 minutes.
Energy saving functions The TV can be eco-friendly using energy-saving functions. The TV goes into Standby mode in the following conditions: ●● Eco Navigation is set to Set to Eco. ●● Off Timer is active. Watching > Basic > Off Timer ●● No operation is performed for 4 hours while Auto Standby is set to On. ●● No signal is received and no operation is performed for 10 minutes while No signal Power off is set to On. = Note = ●● This function does not affect the recording. ■■Auto Standby 1.
■■No signal Power off 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Timer > No signal Power off and press OK to access. 3. Select On / Off and press OK to set. No signal Power off (On / Off) Automatically turns the TV to Standby mode to prevent unnecessary power consumption when no signal is received and no operation is performed for 10 minutes. ●● A notification message will appear 3 minutes before going into Standby mode. ■■Eco Navigation Automatically sets the TV to the most suitable energy-saving mode.
Adjusting time Adjusts the time data. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Timer > Time Zone and press OK to access. 3. Set the item and press OK to store. ●● The time data are corrected based on GMT.
Language 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Language and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Preferred Multi Audio / Preferred Audio 1 / 2 / Preferred Subtitles 1 / 2 / Preferred Subtitles / Preferred Teletext 4. Set the item and press OK to store. Preferred Multi Audio Selects the preferred language for digital channel multi audio (depending on the broadcaster).
Preferred Teletext Selects the preferred language for digital channel teletext service (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 details of basic connection Watching > Basic > Basic connection ●● Check the terminal type and cable plugs are correct for connection. ●● External equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this TV.
■■AV devices AV (COMPONENT) terminals Component cables DVD Player, etc.
■■USB devices USB port USB cable USB HDD, etc. = Note = ●● It is recommended to connect the device to the TV’s USB port directly. ●● You cannot use two or more of the same kind of USB devices simultaneously except USB Flash Memory or USB HDD. ●● Use USB 2 port for connecting the USB HDD. ●● Some USB devices or USB HUB may not be used with this TV. ●● You cannot connect any devices by using USB card reader.
■■Headphones Headphone jack M3 stereo mini plug Headphones ●● To adjust volume, set Headphone Volume. Watching > For best audio > Volume settings ●● To select the sound output to adjust volume, set TV Speaker Setting.
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 and press OK to watch. (The selected mode is displayed on the top left of the screen.) ●● You can also select the input pressing AV. Press repeatedly until the desired input is selected. ●● You can select COMPONENT and VIDEO in AV. ●● You can label or skip each input mode.
Operating with TV’s remote control You can operate the content in Media Player / media server, recording functions or the connected equipment with the following 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 USB HDD recording, Media Player, DLNA features or VIERA Link 3.
HDMI features HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) is the world’s 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 to external 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.
■■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 COMPONENT / VIDEO audio terminals). ●● Enquire HDMI adaptor cable at your local digital equipment retailer shop. = Note = ●● Audio settings can be made on HDMI Audio Format / HDMI Input in the Sound Menu.
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) / 60i, 50i ○ ○ 1 125 (1 080) / 60p, 50p, 24p ○ ○: Applicable input signal = Note = ●● Signals other than above may not be displayed properly. ●● The above signals are reformatted for optimal viewing on your display.
For best picture Viewing Mode 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture > Viewing Mode and press OK to access. 3. Select the mode 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. Normal: Normal use for viewing in a normal lighting condition.
Ambient Sensor 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture > Ambient Sensor and press OK to access. 3. Select On / Off and press OK to set. Ambient Sensor (On / Off) ●● Automatic Brightness Control function Adjusts picture settings automatically depending on ambient lighting condition.
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 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 “Aspect Control Signal”. Watching > For best picture > Aspect Control Signal 16:9: Directly displays the image at 16:9 without distortion (anamorphic).
Aspect Control Signal Some features are not available on all models. Programmes usually contain an “Aspect Control Signal”. (Widescreen signal, Control signal through HDMI terminal) In Auto mode, aspect mode will appear in the top left of the screen if a Widescreen signal (WSS) or a Control signal through HDMI terminal is found. The aspect switches to the appropriate ratio.
●● AV (COMPONENT) terminals (WSS only) Valid input signal format: 625 (576) / 50i, 50p Invalid input signal format: 525 (480) / 60i, 60p 750 (720) / 60p, 50p 1 125 (1 080) / 60i, 50i ●● HDMI terminal Valid input signal format: 525 (480) / 60i, 60p 625 (576) / 50i, 50p 750 (720) / 60p, 50p 1 125 (1 080) / 60i, 50i 1 125 (1 080) / 60p, 50p, 24p ●● HDMI terminal does not receive WSS signal.
Basic settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Backlight / Contrast / Brightness / Colour / Tint / Sharpness / Colour Temperature / Vivid Colour / Adaptive Backlight Control / Clear Motion 4. Set the item 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 Remaster and press OK to access. 3. Set the item and press OK to store. Noise Reduction (Auto / Max / Mid / Min / Off) Reduces unwanted picture noise. ●● Not valid when 1080p Pixel Direct is set to On MPEG Remaster (Auto / Max / Mid / Min / Off) Reduces flicker noise in contoured parts of a picture and block noise.
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 and press OK to access. 4. Select the mode and press OK to set. Cinema / True Cinema / Custom ■■Adjust the detailed picture settings 1.
■■Colour Gamut Colour Gamut (Auto / Normal / Native) Reproduces image colour precisely according to the colour gamut standards. Auto: Automatically adjusts the colour gamut according to the input signal. Normal: Displays colours according to the colour gamut. Native: Displays deep colours by expanding the colour gamut to its maximum. ●● Not valid for photo content ■■White Balance R-Gain / G-Gain / B-Gain Adjusts the white balance of bright red / green / blue areas.
■■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. B-Hue / B-Saturation / B-Luminance Adjusts the picture hue / saturation / luminance of blue areas. More Detailed Adjustment Adjusts more detailed items for Colour Management. C-Hue / M-Hue / Y-Hue: Adjusts the picture hue of cyan / magenta / yellow areas.
■■Gamma Gamma Switches the gamma curve. ●● Please note the numerical values are reference for the adjustment. More Detailed Adjustment Adjusts more detailed items for Gamma. Input Signal Level: Adjusts the input signal level. Gain: Adjusts the gain of gamma for selected signal level. Reset to Defaults: Resets items for More Detailed 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 Some features are not available on all models. Available menu items are displayed on your TV screen. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture > Option Settings and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Film Cadence Mode / 1080p Pixel Direct / HDMI Content Type / HDMI RGB Range / 3D-COMB 4. Set the item and press OK to store. Film Cadence Mode (Auto / On / Off) Improves vertical resolution for movie images.
3D-COMB (On / Off) Makes still or slow moving pictures more vivid. ●● Occasionally, while viewing still or slow moving pictures, colour patterning may be seen. Set to On to display sharper and more accurate colours.
Screen Settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture > Screen Settings and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. 16:9 Overscan / Zoom Adjustments / Screen Display 4. Set the item 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. ●● Set to On if noise occurs on the edge of the screen.
Copy Adjustment Copies the picture settings of True Cinema or Custom to those of the other input mode or Viewing Mode. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture > Copy Adjustment > Destination Viewing Mode / Destination Input and press OK to access. 3. Select the destination to copy to and press OK to set. 4. Select Copy Start and press OK to copy. 5. When a confirmation screen is displayed, select Yes and press OK to set. = Note = ●● Option Settings and Screen Settings are not copied.
For best audio Sound mode 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Sound > Mode and press OK to access. 3. Select the mode and press OK to set. Mode (Standard / Music / Ambience / 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. Ambience: Improves spatial effects and provides clear sounds.
Basic settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Sound and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Bass / Treble / Equaliser / Balance / Surround / Bass Boost 4. Set the item 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.
Bass Boost (On / Off) Enhances the effect of bass sounds. ●● This function is effective only for the sound from TV speakers.
Volume settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Sound and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Speaker Selection / TV Speaker Setting / Headphone Volume / Auto Gain Control / Volume Correction / Clear Sound Adjustment 4. Set the item and press OK to store. Speaker Selection (TV / Home Cinema) Enables controlling the theatre speaker with this TV’s remote control by pointing at the TV’s signal receiver. TV: TV speakers are active.
Auto Gain Control (On / Off) Automatically regulates large sound level differences between channels and inputs. Volume Correction Adjusts the volume of each individual channel or input mode. Clear Sound Adjustment (On / Off) If the sound from TV speakers is unclear due to installation environment, On is recommended. ●● This function is effective only for the sound from TV speakers.
Voice Guidance Settings Some features are not available on all models. Available menu items are displayed on your TV screen. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Sound > Voice Guidance Settings and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Voice Guidance / Speed / Volume / User Level / Web Browser 4. Set the item and press OK to store. Voice Guidance (On / Off) Set to On to enable voice guidance of the basic features (on-screen messages, etc.
Audio Description 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Sound > Audio Description and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Preferred Audio Type / Volume / Speakers / Headphones 4. Set the item and press OK to store. ●● For DVB Preferred Audio Type (Audio Description / Standard) 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 and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. NICAM / Audio Preference / SPDIF Selection / HDMI Audio Format / PCM Optical Level / SPDIF Delay / HDMI Input 4. Set the item 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 Audio (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus) and HE-AAC multichannel are output as Dolby Digital Bitstream. MPEG is output as PCM. PCM: Digital output signal is fixed to PCM. ●● ARC (Audio Return Channel) is a function of digital audio output using HDMI cable.
SPDIF Delay Adjusts the delay time of the sound output from DIGITAL AUDIO and HDMI2 (ARC function) terminals if the sound does not synchronise the image. ●● For digital ●● Ireland only HDMI Input (Digital / Analogue) Selects to fit the input signal.
TV Guide Freeview Play EPG (UK) Using the Freeview Play EPG enables you to select a programme easily, view programme information, etc. ●● For DVB (UK only) ●● A broadband network environment is required to fully use this function. Ensure the network connections and network settings are completed. Network > Network connections Network > Network settings 1. Select DVB with TV. 2. Display TV Guide with GUIDE.
●● To watch the programme 1) Select a programme and press OK to access. 2) Select Watch now and press OK to watch. – To use Timer Programming, select Record. Watching > TV Guide > Timer Programming – If a programme exists in both HD and SD broadcasts, Watch in HD can be selected.
TV Guide Some features are not available on all models. 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 broadcaster). For DVB (Ireland only), Freesat (UK only) 1. Select the mode with TV. DVB / Freesat 2. Display TV Guide with GUIDE.
●● To search programme titles and view a list of the searched programmes (if available) 1) Display the search list with (yellow). 2) Select Search and press OK to access. 3) Enter characters with Cursor buttons or Numeric buttons, and press OK to set. 4) Press (green) to start searching. – All the programme titles including the word you set are listed. – Searching without any characters lists all programmes including current programmes.
Timer Programming This function allows you to select programmes that you want to record to the USB HDD. 1. Display TV Guide with GUIDE. 2. Select the forthcoming programme and press OK to access. 3. Select Record and press OK to set. (UK only) ●● You can also set a timer event pressing ●● To check / change / cancel a timer event . Recording > Timer Programming > Editing Timer Programming ●● LED turns to orange in Standby mode when Timer Programming is set.
Guide link programming Guide link programming is Timer Programming which is controlled by information from the TV Guide; if programme start and end times are changed by the broadcaster, the timer event will follow the change. ●● UK only ●● is displayed on the timer event if the timer is set from the TV Guide.
Teletext Digital text service Some features are not available on all models. 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 Freesat (UK only) / 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 broadcaster). ●● 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 Cursor buttons, Numeric buttons or (coloured buttons). ●● To adjust contrast 1) Press MENU twice to display Contrast. 2) Adjust 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.
Teletext mode Teletext services are the text information provided by the broadcaster. ●● The features may vary depending on the broadcaster. ●● The availability of teletext services for a programme is indicated by TEXT in the information banner. (Ireland only) 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Display Settings > Teletext and press OK to access. 3. Select FASTEXT / List and press OK to set.
Teletext Character Set Selects teletext language font. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Display Settings > Teletext Character Set and press OK to access. 3. Select the font 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 Some features are not available on all models. Available menu items are displayed on your TV screen. You can retune channels, edit channel lists, create your favourite channel lists, etc. 1. Select the mode with TV. Freesat (UK only) / DVB / Analogue / Other Sat. (UK only) / Satellite (Ireland only) 2. Display the menu with MENU. 3. Select Setup > Tuning Menu and press OK to access. Freesat Tuning Menu / DVB Tuning Menu / Analogue Tuning Menu / Other Sat.
Channel List Editor Some features are not available on all models. Available menu items are displayed on your TV screen. ■■Skip unwanted Freesat / DVB / Analogue channels You can hide (skip) unwanted channels. The hidden channels cannot be displayed except in this function. 1. Select Channel List Editor and press OK to access. 2. Select a channel. 3. Press OK to set Reveal / Hide (skip).
■■Create the channel list for Other Sat. / Satellite Create your channel list of Other Sat. / Satellite for viewing from all the found channels to exclude the duplicated channels or to reduce the number of channels. And then you can select your desired channels easily. 1. Select a channel to list from Channels Found. ●● To change the category (red) 2. Press OK to add it to Channels for Viewing. ●● To add consecutive channels to the list at once 1) Press (yellow).
Favourites Editor Some features are not available on all models. Available menu items are displayed on your TV screen. ■■List favourite Freesat channels Create your favourite channel list from various broadcasters. The Freesat favourites list is available for switching in the information banner and the TV Guide screen Watching > TV Guide > TV Guide 1. Select Favourites Editor and press OK to access. 2. Select a channel to list from all Freesat channels. ●● appears when the channel is encrypted.
■■List favourite DVB channels Create your favourite channel lists from various broadcasters (up to 4: Favourites 1 to 4). The favourites lists are available for switching in the information banner and the TV Guide screen. (Ireland only) Watching > Basic > Information banner Watching > TV Guide > TV Guide 1. Select Favourites Editor and press OK to access. 2. Select a channel to list from all DVB channels. ●● ●● appears when the channel is encrypted. To display other favourites (green) 3.
■■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. 2) Press (green). 3) Select the new position with Cursor buttons or select the turn with Numeric buttons. 4) Press ●● (green) to store. To delete the channel 1) Select the channel. 2) Press OK to delete. – Press ●● (yellow) to delete all channels. To name the favourites 1) Press (red).
Regional Channel Edit ES503 series You can replace some regional channels with the available channels from another region channel (if available). 1. Select a channel to replace from Freesat Regional Channels. 2. Select a channel to be replaced from Alternative Regional Channels.
Auto Setup Some features are not available on all models. Available menu items are displayed on your TV screen. 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. ●● Child Lock PIN number is required to retune locked channels. Functions > Child Lock > PIN number ●● If tuning has not been done completely, set Manual Tuning.
■■Other Sat. / Satellite 1. Select Auto Setup and press OK to access. 2. Select the satellite. ●● Selectable satellites are Astra2/Eurobird, Astra1 and Hotbird. ●● Check the dish alignment for the satellite to select. – The Freesat channel uses Astra2 at 28.2° East and Eurobird1 at 28.5° East satellites. To ensure your satellite dish is correctly installed, consult your Freesat registered dealer. (UK only) – For information about Astra1 and Hotbird, consult the received satellite broadcasting companies.
■■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.
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 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.
Manual Tuning Some features are not available on all models. Available menu items are displayed on your TV screen. ●● Normally use Auto Setup or Update Channel List to retune DVB channels. ●● If tuning has not been done completely or for adjusting the direction of the aerial or dish, use this function. (DVB) ●● All DVB channels found are added to Channel List Editor. ■■DVB (UK only) 1. Select Frequency. 2. Press OK to search. ●● All channels found are added to Channel List. ■■DVB (Ireland only) 1.
■■Other Sat. / Satellite Set tuning parameters for the required satellite, details can usually be found in a satellite TV magazine. ●● Normally use Auto Setup or Add New Channels to retune Other Sat. / Satellite channels. ●● Please consult the received satellite broadcasting companies for the setting.
Update Channel List By updating the DVB channel list, you can add new channels, delete removed channels or change channel names and positions automatically. ●● The channel list is updated while keeping your settings in Channel List Editor, Favourites Editor, Child Lock, etc. ●● Depending on the signal condition, the update may not work properly.
Signal Condition Selects a channel and checks the signal condition with indicators. ●● A good Signal Strength is not an indication of suitable signal reception. ●● Vertical lines show the maximum signal value of the selected channel.
Add New Channels ES503 series You can add any new channels found automatically to channel list. 1. The signal condition is displayed and press OK to access. ●● If you select Any Satellite in Auto Setup, this step is skipped. ●● It takes a while to check the connection for your selected satellite. ●● Ensure that the Signal Lock status is shown as Locked. If it is not locked, the search cannot be executed.
Other settings New Channel Message Selects whether to give a notification message when a new DVB channel is found or not. ●● When a notification message appears, you can perform Update Channel List pressing OK. Add TV Signal Adds the TV mode. ●● Allows you to add any TV mode which was skipped during initial Auto Setup.
Recording USB HDD setup Preparations You can record the digital TV programmes to the connected USB HDD and enjoy playing back in various ways. ●● Prepare the USB HDD for the exclusive use of recording with this TV. ●● Connect the USB HDD to the USB 2 port with the USB cable. ●● Be sure to connect the USB HDD to the mains socket. ●● To remove the USB HDD safely from the TV, perform Safely remove USB in USB Device Setup.
= Caution = ●● All data in the USB HDD will be erased in the following cases: – When formatting the USB HDD with this TV Recording > USB HDD setup > Setting for USB HDD – When formatting the USB HDD to use on PC, etc. ●● When the TV is repaired due to a malfunction, you may have to format the USB HDD again with this TV to use it. (All data will be erased after formatting.) ●● To use the USB HDD with your PC after recording with this TV, format it again on your PC.
Setting for USB HDD Format and set up the USB HDD with this TV in order to use it for recording. All the USB devices recognised as a mass storage device are listed. ●● Please note that USB HDD will be formatted and all data in it will be erased after this setup. ●● Before setting, connect the USB HDD and be sure to turn on the USB HDD. Recording > USB HDD setup > Preparations 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > USB Device Setup and press OK to access. 3.
●● Mode of the USB HDD : The USB HDD is available for recording / playing back. Only one USB HDD on the list is available for recording. : The USB HDD is available for playing back. ●● To change the mode OK ●● To edit USB HDD name (green) ●● To format (red) ●● To remove the USB HDD safely from the TV (yellow) = Note = ●● You can only select one USB HDD for recording at a time. ●● You cannot change the settings for the USB HDD while recording is in progress.
Recording current programme One Touch Recording Records the current programme to the USB HDD immediately. ●● Confirm the remote control code is “73”. Watching > External equipment > Operating with TV’s remote control 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Recording Setup > One Touch Recording and press OK to access. 3. Select the maximum recording time 30 / 60 / 90 / 120 / 180 (minutes) and press OK to set. ■■To start One Touch Recording Press ●● to start.
Rewind LIVE TV Records the current programme to the USB HDD constantly within the maximum recordable time. ●● Confirm the remote control code is “73”. Watching > External equipment > Operating with TV’s remote control 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Recording Setup > Rewind LIVE TV and press OK to access. 3. Select Auto to start Rewind LIVE TV. ●● When you select Auto, recording will start automatically.
■■To stop Rewind LIVE TV 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Recording Setup > Rewind LIVE TV and press OK to access. 3. Select Off to stop Rewind LIVE TV. ●● If you stop Rewind LIVE TV, the recorded content for Rewind LIVE TV will be deleted.
Timer Programming Setting Timer Programming Some features are not available on all models. This function allows you to select programmes that you want to record to the USB HDD. ●● Not valid in Analogue 1. Select the mode with TV. Freesat (UK only)/ DVB / Other Sat. (UK only)/ Satellite (Ireland only) 2. Display the menu with MENU. 3. Select Timer > Timer Programming and press OK to access. 4. Press OK to start making the settings. USB HDD Rec.: Records the programme to the USB HDD. 5.
(Example) !: Overlapped timer events Function (USB HDD Rec.) TV mode ●● For UK ●● For Ireland : DVB D: DVB : Other Sat. S: Satellite – You cannot change the mode within the menu. Channel position, channel name, etc.
Editing Timer Programming 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Timer > Timer Programming and press OK to access. 3. Select the event. ●● To change a timer event OK – Correct as necessary. Recording > Timer Programming > Setting Timer Programming ●● To delete a timer event 1) Press (red). 2) Press OK to delete. ■■To play back or delete the recorded content Recorded TV programmes can be played back in Media Player. 1. Display icons of the feature with APPS. 2.
Note ●● TV Guide may also be used to set timer event. Watching > TV Guide > Timer Programming ●● Timer Programming can store up to 15 events. ●● Timer Programming only works reliably if correct time information is received via the signal from the broadcaster or service provider. ●● For recording using Timer Programming, the TV must be either on or in Standby. ●● No other channels can be selected while recording of Timer Programming is in progress.
Technical information USB HDD ■■USB HDD (for recording the digital TV programmes with this TV) ●● The capacity of USB HDD that works with this TV is from 160 GB to 3 TB. ●● Connect the USB HDD to the mains socket to record and play back properly with this TV. ●● Use the USB HDD formatted with this TV. Recording > USB HDD setup > Setting for USB HDD ●● Regarding performance, not all USB HDDs are guaranteed. = Note = ●● Data modified with a PC may not be displayed.
Media Player Using Media Player Information Media Player allows you to enjoy photo, video or music recorded on the USB Flash Memory / network device, and content recorded with this TV to the formatted USB HDD. (Example) Photo mode: Still pictures recorded with digital cameras are displayed. Video mode: Moving pictures recorded with digital video cameras and digital video data are played back. Music mode: Digital music data are played back.
●● Folder and file names may be different from those on the digital camera or digital video camera used. ■■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 and press OK to access. 3) Select the device and press (yellow) to set.
Selecting device / mode 1. Insert the USB Flash Memory to the TV. Media Player > Using Media Player > Information ●● To play back content in the USB HDD, ensure the connection and settings are completed. Recording > USB HDD setup ●● To play back content in the network device, ensure the connection and settings are completed. Media Player > Using Media Player > Network device 2. Display APPS List with APPS. 3. Select Media Player and press OK to access. 4. Select the device and press OK to access.
= Note = ●● You may also access each mode directly from APPS List. Home Screen > APPS List > How to use ●● Recorded TV is available for content recorded on the USB HDD with this TV. ●● Select the appropriate device and content for playing back each file. ●● You can use the following buttons during playback. Confirm the remote control code is “73”.
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. Network > Network connections Network > Network settings ■■How to set User / Password 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > File Sharing Settings > Network Device List and press OK to access. 3. Select the network device and press OK to access. 4. Enter User / Password with Cursor buttons or Numeric buttons, and press OK to set.
Photo mode Selecting file Select the file in the thumbnail view and press OK to start playback. : Error display ●● To change the size of photos in the thumbnail view 1) Display the option menu with OPTION. 2) Select Change Size 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 - 126 -
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 and press OK to set. Folder view: Displays the thumbnail grouped by folder. ●● Files which are in the root folder are collected to the folder named “/”. Sort by Date / Sort by Month: Displays the thumbnail grouped by the same date or month. ●● ●● The group of the photos without recorded dates is shown as Unknown.
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. 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.
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 are played back. Auto: Music files stored in the current device are played back. ●● If there is no available music data, no sound is played back. User: Music files in the device registered by yourself are played back.
Video mode Selecting file 1. Select the title in the thumbnail view. : 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 starts and continues until the end of the title. 1. Select the title and press OK to access. 2. Select the scene. 3. Start playback with (red). ●● 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 and press OK to set. Aspect1: Displays the content in original size. Aspect2: Displays the content enlarged without distortion. – You can also change the mode pressing ASPECT. (Press repeatedly until you reach the desired mode.) – Aspect cannot be changed depending on the content.
Video Setup Set up the settings for Video mode. 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2. Select Video Setup with OK. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Video Preview / Multi Audio / Dual Mono Audio / Repeat / Subtitle Settings ●● Menu items and selectable options vary depending on the content. 4. Set the item and press OK to store. Video Preview (On / Off) Sets to start the preview of the title or scene in the thumbnail view.
Subtitle Settings Sets the subtitle setting. ●● This function is available during playback. Subtitle: Display / hide subtitles (if available). Subtitle Text: Selects the font type to display subtitles correctly (if available). Subtitle Text Size: Selects the font size of subtitles. Subtitle Text Colour: Selects the colour of subtitles. Subtitle Text Position: Adjusts the position of subtitles on the screen. Subtitle Text Delay: Adjusts the delay time for the subtitles.
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 Media Player > Video mode > Video Setup 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Sound > SPDIF Selection and press OK to access. 3. Select Auto / PCM and press OK to set. SPDIF Selection (Auto / PCM) Selects the initial setting for digital audio output signal from DIGITAL AUDIO and HDMI2 (ARC function) terminals.
Music mode Selecting file 1. Select the folder in the thumbnail view. 2. Start playback with ●● (red).
Playing music ■■Playback of the selected file in the folder 1. Select the folder and press OK to access. 2. Select the file. 3. Start playback with (red). ■■Playback ●● To operate playback : Rewind : Fast forward : Stop OK : Pause (displays the time seek bar) / Playback ●● 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.
Music Setup Set up the setting for Music mode. ●● This function is available in the thumbnail view. 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2. Select Music Setup > Repeat with OK. 3. Select Off / Folder / One and press OK to set.
Recorded TV mode Selecting content ●● For exclusive USB HDD ●● To play back content in the USB HDD, ensure the connection and settings are completed. Recording > USB HDD setup 1. Content list of the selected device is displayed in Recorded TV mode. ●● Remaining capacity of the selected device is displayed on the top right. (This value may not be accurate depending on the condition.) ●● Content list is displayed as All or Not Viewed. All: All the recorded TV programmes are listed.
Watching recorded TV ■■Playback ●● To operate playback : Manual skip – Press to skip forward approx. 30 seconds. – Press and hold to skip backward approx. 15 seconds. : Rewind : Fast forward : Stop OK : Pause (displays the time seek bar) / Playback ●● 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 confirm or change the current status (if available) Watching > Basic > Option Menu ●● To return to list BACK/RETURN - 141 -
Grouping content 1. Select the content to edit and press (blue) to tick in the content list. 2. Display the option menu with OPTION. 3. Select Create Group / Release Group / Exclude from Group / Change Protect Status and press OK to set. Create Group: Create a group of content. Select and tick all the desired content, and then select Create Group. Release Group: Select the created group to release, and then select Release Group. (To release several groups at once, tick all the desired groups.
Deleting content 1. Select the content to edit and press 2. Delete the content with (blue) to tick in the content list. (red). 3. When a confirmation screen is displayed, select Yes and press OK to set.
Changing device You can change the current device to another device directly in the same mode when two or more available devices are connected. 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2. Select Drive Select and press OK to access. 3. Select the device and press OK to access. ●● If you select the device to play back photos, videos or music, change to the appropriate content. 1) Display the option menu with OPTION. 2) Select Contents Select and press OK to access.
Chapter List You can start playback from the chapter list you select. 1. Display the chapter list with (yellow). 2. Select the chapter and press OK to start playback. = Note = ●● The chapter list is not displayed while the selected content is being recorded. ●● Depending on the recorded programmes, some playback operations may not work properly.
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 Media Player > Video mode > Video Setup 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Sound > SPDIF Selection and press OK to access. 3. Select Auto / PCM and press OK to set. SPDIF Selection (Auto / PCM) Selects the initial setting for digital audio output signal from DIGITAL AUDIO and HDMI2 (ARC function) terminals.
Connected device 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.
USB devices ●● 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 using a USB card reader. ■■USB Flash Memory USB Flash Memory format: FAT16, FAT32 or exFAT ●● USB HDDs formatted on a PC are not guaranteed to work in Media Player. ■■USB HDD ●● The capacity of USB HDD that works with this TV is from 160 GB to 3 TB.
Supported format 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. ●● Some files may not be played back correctly depending on the resolution, etc. ●● Do not use multi-byte characters or other special codes for file names.
Video format ■■Supported Video formats ●● AVI (.avi) Video codec: H.264, MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4, VC-1, WMV9 Audio codec: AAC, ADPCM, Dolby Audio (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus), HE-AAC, LPCM, MP3, WMA, WMA Pro ●● MP4 (.f4v, .m4v, .mp4) Video codec: H.264, H.265 (HEVC), MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4 Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Audio (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus), HE-AAC, MP3 ●● This TV supports this container recorded with Panasonic products. For details, read the manual of the products. ●● MKV (.
●● FLV (.flv) Video codec: H.264 Audio codec: AAC, MP3 ●● 3GPP (.3gp, .3g2) Video codec: H.264, MPEG4 Audio codec: AAC, HE-AAC ●● PS (.mod, .mpg, .mpeg, .vob, .vro) Video codec: H.264, MPEG1, MPEG2, VC-1 Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Audio (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus), HE-AAC, LPCM, MP3 ●● TS (.mts, .m2ts, .tp, .trp, .ts, .tts) Video codec: H.264, H.265 (HEVC), MPEG1, MPEG2, VC-1 Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Audio (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus), HE-AAC, MP3 ●● WebM (.
■■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. ●● If there are more than one subtitles text files inside the same folder, they are displayed in the following order of priority: “.srt”, “.sub”, “.txt”. = Note = ●● Some files may not be played back even if they fulfil these conditions.
Music format ■■Supported Music formats ●● MP3 (.mp3) ●● AAC / Apple Lossless (.m4a) ●● Copy-protected files cannot be played back. ●● FLAC (.flac) ●● WMA / WMA Pro (.wma) ●● Copy-protected files cannot be played back. ●● 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. ●● Connected devices may become unusable with this TV if the file or folder names are changed.
Network Internet content Information You can access some specific websites supported by Panasonic, and enjoy internet content such as videos, games, communication tools, etc. from APPS List. (Example) ●● A broadband network environment is required to use this function. Ensure the network connections and network settings are completed.
Selecting internet content 1. Display APPS List with APPS. ●● For details of APPS List Home Screen > APPS List ●● Depending on the usage conditions, it may take a while to read all the data. 2. Select the desired item and press OK to access. (Example) ●● To return to APPS List APPS ●● To exit APPS List EXIT ●● You can connect a keyboard for character input in the applications. You can also use the keyboard for TV operation.
Note ●● If you cannot access the internet content, check the network connections and settings. Network > Network connections Network > Network settings ●● Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. ●● Not all the features of the websites are available. ●● Be sure to update the software when a software update notice is displayed on the TV screen. If the software is not updated, you may not be able to use APPS List. You can update the software later manually.
DLNA In-House streaming 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.
■■Playback of sharing content on this TV with the DMC (Digital Media Controller) network equipment You can enjoy content stored in the media server by controlling with the DMC network equipment connected to your home network. ●● To use this function with your smartphone or PC, set TV Remote App Settings of this TV. Network > Network settings > TV Remote App Settings And you need to install the application for controlling VIERA on your smartphone.
Using DLNA To use DLNA® features, ensure the preparations of the media server, network connections and network settings are completed. Network > DLNA > In-House streaming Network > Network connections Network > Network settings 1. Display APPS List with APPS. 2. Select Media Server and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the media servers and press OK to access. ●● To display / hide information of the highlighted media server 4. Select the file and press OK to access.
Network connections Internet connection A broadband network environment is required to use internet services. ●● 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, content 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. ●● A broadband network environment is required to use internet services. Network > Network connections > Internet connection ■■Wireless connection (For DLNA and internet service) Built-in wireless LAN (Rear of the TV) Access point Hub / Router Internet environment Smartphone, etc. DLNA Certified media server (PC, etc.
■■Wired connection (For DLNA and internet service) ETHERNET terminal LAN cable (Shielded) ●● Use Shielded Twist Pair (STP) LAN cable. Hub / 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.) Smartphone, 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 and press OK to access. ●● Confirm the encryption key, settings and position of your access point before starting setup. For details, read the manual of the access point. 3. Select Quick setup and press OK to access.
■■Quick setup - Wired 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > Network Connection and press OK to access. 3. Select Quick setup and press OK to access. 4. Automatically setup is done and Network Status is displayed. Network > Network settings > Network Status 5. Select Exit and press OK to set. ●● To set manually Network > Network settings > Custom - Wired = Note = ●● To deactivate wireless, set Easy Mirroring to Off and confirm the network connection type is set to Wired.
Custom - Wireless Ensure the connections are completed before starting network setup. Network > Network connections 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > Network Connection > Custom > Wireless and press OK to access. ●● Confirm the encryption key, settings and position of your access point before starting setup. For details, read the manual of the access point. 3. Select your desired access point and press OK to access. ●● Available Wireless Networks are displayed automatically.
4. Enter the encryption key of the access point and press OK to set. ●● You can set characters using Numeric buttons. ●● Press BACK/RETURN to store. 5. 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 Settings ●● It is not required for normal household use.
6. Select Network Status and press OK to access. Network > Network settings > Network Status 7. Select Exit and press OK to set.
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 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.
4. Select Network Status and press OK to access. Network > Network settings > Network Status 5. Select Exit and press OK to set. = Note = ●● To deactivate wireless, set Easy Mirroring to Off and confirm the network connection type is set to Wired.
Custom - Wireless Access Point You can use the TV as a wireless access point and connect the network equipment without an access point. ●● 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. Select Network > Network Connection > Custom > Wireless Access Point and press OK to access. 3. Select Connect to device in WPS and press OK to access. ●● To set manually, select Change settings (see below).
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 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. Status Details: Displays the detailed network status (SSID, security settings, etc.).
my Home Cloud Settings Displays the terms of service. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > my Home Cloud Settings > Notices and press OK to access. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions.
VIERA Name Sets your favourite name for this TV. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > VIERA Name and press OK to access. 3. Enter characters and press OK to set. ●● This name is used as the name of this TV on the screen of the other network equipment. ●● When you use two or more TVs in your network environment, set the names of the TVs for each.
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 and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. TV Remote / Powered On by Apps / Networked Standby / Home Streaming / Device to upload contents 4. Set the item and press OK to store. TV Remote (On / Off) Enables controlling the TV from the network equipment (smartphone, etc.).
Home Streaming (Always / Only when powered on) Enables sharing the TV programme and content of this TV with the network equipment (smartphone, etc.) in the home network. ●● Changing the default configuration may result in higher energy consumption of the product. ●● LED turns to orange in Standby mode when Home Streaming is set to Always. Device to upload contents Selects device to upload content 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 and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. DLNA Server / Registration Type / Remote Device List 4. Set the item and press OK to store. DLNA Server (On / Off) Enables sharing the content of this TV with the network equipment (DLNA Certified VIERA, etc.).
= Note = ●● 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 content in Media Player.
Mirroring Settings Settings for the mirroring function Functions > Mirroring > Mirroring Settings - 180 -
Control4 Settings Settings for the Control4 function 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > Control4 Settings and press OK to access. 3. Select Control4 Discovery / Send Identify and press OK to access. 4. Set the item and press OK to store. Control4 Discovery (On / Off) Enables Control4 mode. Send Identify Sends identifying message to Control4 controller. ●● This function is available when Control4 Discovery is set to On.
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 and press OK to access. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. ●● A broadband network environment is required to use this function.
New Software Message Selects whether to give a notification message when new software is found via network or not. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > New Software Message and press OK to access. 3. Select On / Off and press OK to set.
Photos Selecting file Ensure the preparations of the media server, network connections and network settings are completed. Network > DLNA > In-House streaming Network > Network connections Network > Network settings 1. Display APPS List with APPS. 2. Select Media Server and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the media servers and press OK to access. ●● To display / hide information of the highlighted media server 4. Select the file and press OK to access.
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 - 185 -
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. 2. Start Slideshow with (red) and OK. ●● To display / hide the operation guide ●● To pause (return to Single view) OK ●● To return to list BACK/RETURN ■■Slideshow Settings Set up the settings for photo file operations on this TV. 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2. Select Slideshow Settings and press OK to access. 3.
Videos Selecting file Ensure the preparations of the media server, network connections and network settings are completed. Network > DLNA > In-House streaming Network > Network connections Network > Network settings 1. Display APPS List with APPS. 2. Select Media Server and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the media servers and press OK to access. ●● To display / hide information of the highlighted media server 4. Select the file and press OK to access.
Watching video ■■Playback If you have stopped the last playback halfway, a confirmation screen may be displayed to select whether to start from where you stopped last time or from the beginning. ●● To operate playback : Manual skip (if available) – Press to skip forward approx. 30 seconds. : Rewind : Fast forward : Stop OK : Pause (displays the time seek bar / slow playback) / Playback ●● To jump to the specified time point 1) Display the time seek bar with OK.
●● To change aspect 1) Display Aspect Selection with ASPECT. 2) Select the mode and press OK to set. Aspect1: Displays the content in original size. Aspect2: Displays the content enlarged without distortion. – You can also change the mode pressing ASPECT. (Press repeatedly until you reach the desired mode.) – Aspect cannot be changed depending on the content.
Video Setup Set up the settings for video file operations on this TV. 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2. Select Video Setup and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Video Preview / Multi Audio / Monaural Audio / Dual Mono Audio / Repeat / Subtitle Settings ●● Menu items and selectable options vary depending on the content. 4. Set the item and press OK to store.
Subtitle Settings Sets the subtitle setting. ●● This function is available during playback. Subtitle: Display / hide subtitles (if available). Subtitle Text: Selects the font type to display subtitles correctly (if available). Subtitle Text Size: Selects the font size of subtitles. Subtitle Text Colour: Selects the colour of subtitles. Subtitle Text Position: Adjusts the position of subtitles on the screen. Subtitle Text Delay: Adjusts the delay time for the subtitles.
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 and press OK to access. 3. Select Auto / PCM and press OK to set. SPDIF Selection (Auto / PCM) Selects the initial setting for digital audio output signal from DIGITAL AUDIO and HDMI2 (ARC function) terminals.
Music Selecting file Ensure the preparations of the media server, network connections and network settings are completed. Network > DLNA > In-House streaming Network > Network connections Network > Network settings 1. Display APPS List with APPS. 2. Select Media Server and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the media servers and press OK to access. ●● To display / hide information of the highlighted media server 4. Select the file and press OK to access.
Playing music ■■Playback ●● To operate playback : Rewind : Fast forward : Stop OK : Pause (displays the time seek bar) / Playback ●● 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 Off / Folder / One and press OK to set.
Supported format 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.
Video format ■■Supported Video formats ●● AVI (.avi) Video codec: H.264, MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4, VC-1, WMV9 Audio codec: AAC, ADPCM, Dolby Audio (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus), HE-AAC, LPCM, MP3, WMA ●● MP4 (.f4v, .m4v, .mp4) Video codec: H.264, H.265 (HEVC), MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4 Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Audio (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus), HE-AAC, MP3 ●● This TV supports this container recorded with Panasonic products. For details, read the manual of the products. ●● MKV (.mkv) Video codec: H.
●● FLV (.flv) Video codec: H.264 Audio codec: AAC, MP3 ●● 3GPP (.3gp, .3g2) Video codec: H.264, MPEG4 Audio codec: AAC, HE-AAC ●● PS (.mod, .mpg, .mpeg, .vob, .vro) Video codec: MPEG1, MPEG2 Audio codec: Dolby Audio (Dolby Digital), LPCM ●● TS (.mts, .m2ts, .tp, .trp, .ts, .tts) Video codec: H.264, H.265 (HEVC), MPEG1, MPEG2 Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Audio (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus), HE-AAC ●● WebM (.
■■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. ●● If there are more than one subtitles text files inside the same folder, they are displayed in the following order of priority: “.srt”, “.sub”, “.txt”. = Note = ●● Some files may not be played back even if they fulfil these conditions.
Music format ■■Supported Music formats ●● MP3 (.mp3) ●● AAC / Apple Lossless (.m4a) ●● Copy-protected files cannot be played back. ●● FLAC (.flac) ●● WMA (.wma) ●● Copy-protected files cannot be played back. ●● 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. ●● Connected devices may become unusable with this TV if the file or folder names are changed.
Functions Mirroring How to use You can watch and display images of other devices (smartphone, etc.) on the TV screen using a mirroring function. Smartphone, etc. TV 1. Display APPS List with APPS. 2. Select Mirroring and press OK. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. ●● Pairing information of the device (smartphone, etc.) is registered once you use this function. ■■Easy Mirroring You can also start the mirroring function from the other devices (smartphone, etc.) when Easy Mirroring is set to On.
Mirroring Settings You can set items for the mirroring function. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > Mirroring Settings and press OK. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Easy Mirroring / Powered On by Easy Mirroring / Delete All Pairings 4. Set the item and press OK to store. Easy Mirroring (On / Off) Enables starting the mirroring function from the other devices (smartphone, etc.) without operating the TV.
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 (DVD Recorder, HD Video Camera, Player theatre, Amplifier, etc.) with HDMI cable allow you to interface them automatically.
■■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 the optical digital audio 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, DVD Player connected to Amplifier which is connected to the TV via an HDMI cable.
Preparations ●● Connect the equipment supporting VIERA Link. ●● For details of VIERA Link connections Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Summary of VIERA Link ●● Use a fully wired HDMI compliant cable. ●● Set up the connected equipment. Read the manual of the equipment. ●● Set VIERA Link to On in the Setup Menu. ●● Set up the TV. After connection, turn the equipment on and then switch the TV on.
Easy playback Automatic input switching - When the connected equipment is operated, the input mode is switched automatically.
Power on Link Set Power on Link to On in VIERA Link Settings to use this function. When the connected equipment is operated, the TV is automatically turned on. (Only when the TV is in Standby mode.
Power off Link Set Power off Link to On in VIERA Link Settings to use this function. When the TV is set to Standby mode, the connected equipment is also automatically set to Standby. ●● This function will work even if the TV enters Standby mode automatically by auto power standby function.
Standby Power Save Set Standby Power Save to On in VIERA Link Settings to use this function. The power consumption of the connected equipment in Standby mode is controlled higher or lower in synchronisation with the TV on / off state to reduce the consumption. When the TV is set to Standby mode, the connected equipment is automatically set to Standby and the power consumption of the connected equipment is automatically minimised.
Intelligent Auto Standby Set Intelligent Auto Standby to On in VIERA Link Settings to use this function. When the TV is on, non-used connected equipment goes into Standby mode automatically to reduce the power consumption. For example, when the input mode is switched from HDMI or when Speaker Selection is changed to TV (except for watching a disc). ●● This function may not work properly depending on the connected equipment. In this case, set to Off.
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 and press OK to access. 3. Select VIERA Link Control and press OK to access. 4. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Recorder / Player / Home Cinema / Video Camera / LUMIX / Digital Camera / Other (The menu of the accessed equipment is displayed. The input mode is changed automatically.
= 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. 1. Display APPS List with APPS. 2. Select VIERA Link and press OK to access. 3. Select Speaker Selection and press OK to access. 4. Select TV / Home Cinema and press OK to set. TV: TV speakers are active. Home Cinema: The sound is delivered from theatre speakers. Player theatre, Bluray Disc theatre or Amplifier will be automatically turned on if it is in Standby mode.
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 Some features are not available on all models. Available menu items are displayed on your TV screen. 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 and press OK to access. 3. Enter the PIN number (4 digits) with Numeric buttons. ●● Enter the PIN number twice at first setting.
■■Player PIN Control Applies access control for some Digital TV streaming services.
PIN number You can change the PIN number. 1. Select Change PIN 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 and press OK to access. 2. Select an age for the restriction of programmes and press OK to set. = Note = ●● Setting Shipping Condition erases the PIN number and all settings.
Data Service Application Using Data Service Application ●● Data Service Applications is not effective on MHEG. You can enjoy Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV application that may be provided via digital broadcasting as interactive data services. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Data Service Application > Service and press OK to access. 3. Select Auto Start / Manual Start / Off for each channel. Auto Start: Automatically starts the application.
Privacy Setting 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Data Service Application > Privacy Setting and press OK to access. 3. Select Low / High / Custom and press OK to set. ■■To change the privacy settings manually You can set up the detailed privacy settings when Privacy Setting is set to Custom. Store Cookie (On / Off) Enables storing the technical information that a data service application leaves into the TV in order to recognise to use it again.
Note ●● Data Service Applications is not effective on MHEG. ●● A broadband network environment is required to fully use Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV application. Ensure the network connections and network settings are completed. Network > Network connections Network > Network settings ●● Not all the data services are available depending on the country, area and broadcaster. ●● Depending on the connection environment, the internet connection may be slow or may not be successful.
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 the broadcast or service. ■■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 other than USB Device Setup are reset (channels, picture, sound settings, etc.). 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > System Menu > Shipping Condition and press OK to access. 3. When a confirmation screen is displayed, select Yes and press OK to set. 4. Follow the on-screen instructions. ●● Auto Setup automatically starts. = 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 and press OK to set. 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. Select Setup > System Menu > System Update > Auto Update Search in Standby and press OK to access. 3. Select On and press OK to set. ●● If any software updates are available, a notification message will appear. To install new software, select Standby / Now and press OK to set. Standby: Installs new software in standby condition. Now: Installs new software now.
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 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 and press OK to access. 3) Select the language 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. ●● Some of the keys of keyboards may correspond to the operation of the remote control.
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 and press OK to access. 3. Select the items and press OK to access. ●● Only available items can be selected. ●● You can also access from eHELP pressing available).
●● To exit the menu screen EXIT ●● To return to the previous screen BACK/RETURN = 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.
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 Sets the overall colour tone of the picture (bluer - redder). Watching > For best picture > Basic settings Vivid Colour Automatically adjusts colours to vivid ones.
Ambient Sensor Automatic Brightness Control function Adjusts picture settings automatically depending on ambient lighting condition.
Noise reduction settings Noise Reduction Reduces unwanted picture noise. Watching > For best picture > Noise reduction settings MPEG Remaster Reduces flicker noise in contoured parts of a picture and block noise.
Advanced Settings You can adjust and set up the detailed picture settings.
Option Settings Some features are not available on all models. Available menu items are displayed on your TV screen. Film Cadence Mode Improves vertical resolution for movie images. Watching > For best picture > Option Settings 1080p Pixel Direct Reproduces the original image quality in detail for 1080p (HDMI) input signal. Watching > For best picture > Option Settings HDMI Content Type Adjusts the picture settings of each HDMI input according to the selected content type.
Screen Settings 16:9 Overscan Selects the screen area displaying the image for 16:9 aspect. Watching > For best picture > Screen Settings Zoom Adjustments Adjusts the vertical position and size when aspect is set to Zoom. Watching > For best picture > Screen Settings Screen Display Turns the screen off when you select Off.
Copy Adjustment Copies the picture settings of True Cinema or Custom to those of the other input mode or Viewing Mode.
Reset to Defaults Resets the current Picture Viewing Mode to the default settings.
Sound Mode Selects your favourite sound mode for each input.
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. Watching > For best audio > Basic settings Balance Adjusts volume level of right and left speakers. Watching > For best audio > Basic settings Surround Selects surround sound settings.
Volume settings Speaker Selection Enables controlling the theatre speaker with this TV’s remote control by pointing at the TV’s signal receiver. Watching > For best audio > Volume settings TV Speaker Setting Selects the sound output to adjust volume. Watching > For best audio > Volume settings Headphone Volume Adjusts the volume of headphones. Watching > For best audio > Volume settings Auto Gain Control Automatically regulates large sound level differences between channels and inputs.
Voice Guidance Settings Some features are not available on all models. Available menu items are displayed on your TV screen. Voice Guidance Set to On to enable voice guidance of the basic features (on-screen messages, etc.) for visually impaired users. Watching > For best audio > Voice Guidance Settings Speed Selects the readout speed for the voice guidance. Watching > For best audio > Voice Guidance Settings Volume Selects the volume for the voice guidance.
Audio Description Preferred Audio Type Narration settings for visually impaired users Watching > For best audio > Audio Description Volume Adjusts the volume for Audio Description. Watching > For best audio > Audio Description Speakers Set to Mix to activate the description sound track from TV speakers. Watching > For best audio > Audio Description Headphones Set to Mix to activate the description sound track from headphones.
Advanced settings NICAM Near Instantaneous Companded Audio Multiplex Reproduces NICAM stereo sound. Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings Audio Preference Selects the initial setting for audio tracks. Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings SPDIF Selection Selects the initial setting for digital audio output signal from DIGITAL AUDIO and HDMI2 (ARC function) terminals. Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings HDMI Audio Format Selects the audio format for the HDMI input signal.
Reset to Defaults Resets the current Sound Mode to the default settings.
Network Network Connection Sets the network setting to use this TV in your network environment.
Network Status Displays and checks the network status (MAC Address, current network settings, etc.).
my Home Cloud Settings Notices Displays the terms of service.
VIERA Name Sets your favourite name for this TV.
TV Remote App Settings Sets to control the TV from network equipment (smartphone, etc.).
Network Link Settings Sets to control the TV with devices connected to the network.
File Sharing Settings Network Device List Lists the accessible network devices to play back the content in Media Player.
Mirroring Settings Settings for the mirroring function Functions > Mirroring > Mirroring Settings - 258 -
Control4 Settings Settings for the Control4 function Network > Network settings > Control4 Settings - 259 -
Other settings Software Update Checks for available software updates from the Panasonic website. Network > Network settings > Software Update New Software Message 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.
Timer Programming Sets a timer to record forthcoming programmes.
Time Zone Adjusts the time data.
Auto Standby Automatically turns the TV to Standby mode for energy saving when no operation is performed for 4 hours.
No signal Power off Automatically turns the TV to Standby mode to prevent unnecessary power consumption when no signal is received and no operation is performed for 10 minutes.
Setup Eco Navigation Automatically sets the TV to the most suitable energy-saving mode.
USB Device Setup Formats the USB HDD or safely removes USB device.
Recording Setup Settings for the recording feature of the USB HDD Recording > Recording current programme > One Touch Recording Recording > Recording current programme > Rewind LIVE TV - 268 -
Child Lock Applies access control for channels or inputs to prevent unwanted access.
Tuning Menu Some features are not available on all models. Available menu items are displayed on your TV screen. Channel List Editor Skips unwanted channels or edits channels. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Channel List Editor Favourites Editor Creates a list of favourite channels. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Favourites Editor Regional Channel Edit Replaces your regional channels with available channels from another region.
Signal Condition Checks the signal condition. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Signal Condition Add New Channels Adds new Other Satellite channels to the channel list. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Add New Channels Add TV Signal Adds the TV mode. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Other settings = Note = ●● The settings in Tuning Menu are applicable only for the selected TV mode. The menu name varies depending on the TV mode.
Language Preferred Multi Audio Selects the preferred language for digital channel multi audio (depending on the broadcaster). Watching > Basic > Language Preferred Audio 1 / 2 Selects the first and second preferred language for digital channel multi audio (depending on the broadcaster). Watching > Basic > Language Preferred Subtitles 1 / 2 Selects the first and second preferred language for digital channel subtitles (depending on the broadcaster).
Display Settings Preferred Subtitle Type Selects the preferred subtitle type. Watching > Basic > Subtitle Teletext Selects analogue teletext display mode. Watching > Teletext > Teletext mode Teletext Character Set Selects teletext language font. Watching > Teletext > Teletext Character Set Input Labels Accessing the input labels list allows you to change the input name or skip the input if unconnected, improving identification and selection in the Input Selection banner.
VIERA Link Settings VIERA Link Sets to use VIERA Link functions. Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Preparations Power on Link Sets to use Power on Link functions. Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Power on Link Power off Link Sets to use Power off Link functions. Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Power off Link Standby Power Save Controls the connected equipment to reduce power consumption in Standby.
Data Service Application Service Sets to use Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV application.
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. Functions > Shipping Condition > Shipping Condition Common Interface Sets to watch encrypted channels, etc. Functions > Common Interface > Using Common Interface System Update Downloads new software to this TV. Functions > Updating the TV Software > Auto update Licence Menu Displays the software licence information.
Other Settings Power on Channel List Automatically selects all channels or favourites list in the information banner when the TV is turned on. Watching > Basic > Selecting channel Power Save (On / Off) Reduces brightness of the picture to economise on power consumption.
Support Help menu Using Help menu 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Help and press OK to access. 3. Select TV Self Test / System Information / Device Information 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.
FAQs Picture Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem. Also makes a diagnosis of picture problem in TV Self Test. Support > Help menu > Using Help menu 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 is displayed ●● Check the correct input mode is selected. ●● Check the setting of AV (COMPONENT / VIDEO) in Input Selection to match the signal being output by the external equipment. Watching > External equipment ●● Is Backlight, 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 Some features are not available on all models. 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 or dish. ●● Check Signal Condition. If the level of Signal Quality is low, the DVB signal is weak.
Faulty dish message appears ●● The satellite cable may be short-circuited or there may be connection problems of the cable. Check the cable and connection and then turn the TV off with Mains Power On / Off switch, and turn it on again. ●● If the message persists, consult a dish installer for checking the dish and cable. No programmes shown on TV Guide ●● Check the digital transmitter. ●● Check the aerial connection to the Television set and if there are any current signalling issues in your area.
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 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. Also makes a diagnosis of sound problem in TV Self Test. Support > Help menu > Using Help menu 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.
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 ●● Check the setting of HDMI Audio Format in the Sound Menu to match the audio signal from the connected equipment. Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings ●● Check the HDMI Input setting in the Sound Menu.
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.
Cannot operate internet content ●● Check the connections and settings. Network > Network connections > Internet connection Network > Network settings ●● The server or connected line may be busy now.
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.
LED does not turn to red in Standby mode ●● LED turns to orange in Standby mode in the following conditions: – Recording is in progress. – Timer Programming is set. – DLNA Server is set to On. – Powered On by Apps is set to On. – Home Streaming is set to Always. – Powered On by Easy Mirroring is set to On. When pushed with a finger, the display panel moves slightly and makes a noise ●● There is a little gap around the panel to prevent damage to the panel. This is not a malfunction.
Detailed information Support information about the application, optional devices, operation, etc. may be found on the following website. http://panasonic.
Maintenance Care and Cleaning First, remove the mains plug from the mains socket. ■■Display panel, Cabinet, Pedestal Regular care: Gently wipe the surface of the display panel, cabinet, or pedestal by using a soft cloth to remove dirt or fingerprints. For stubborn dirt: (1) First clean the dust from the surface. (2) Dampen a soft cloth with clean water or diluted neutral detergent (1 part detergent to 100 parts water). (3) Wring out the cloth firmly.
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