TX-40AS640B TX-48AS640B TX-55AS640B e HELP English
my Home Screen my Home Screen • Information 11 • How to use 12 • Settings 13 • OSD Colour 15 APPS List • Information 16 • How to use 17 • Settings 18 Watching Basic • Basic connection 19 • Selecting channel 21 • Information banner 22 • Option Menu 25 • Subtitle 27 • Last view 27 • Off Timer 28 • Energy saving functions 28 • Adjusting time 30 • Language 30 External equipment • External connection 32 • Watching external input 35 • Operating with TV’s remote control 37 • HDMI f
• Aspect 44 • Aspect Control Signal 45 • Basic settings 47 • Noise reduction settings 48 • Advanced Settings 49 • Option Settings 52 • Screen Settings 54 • Copy Adjustment 55 For best audio • Sound mode 56 • Basic settings 57 • Volume settings 59 • Voice Guidance Settings 60 • Audio Description 61 • Advanced settings 62 TV Guide • Using TV Guide 64 Teletext • Digital text service 67 • Viewing Teletext 68 • Teletext mode 69 • Teletext Character Set 70 3D • Note 71 • 3D Eyew
• Favourites Edit 81 • Channel List 83 • Auto Setup 84 • Channel Sorting by Region 84 • Manual Tuning 85 • Update Channel List 86 • New Channel Message 86 • Signal Condition 86 Media Player Using Media Player • Information 87 • Selecting device / mode 89 • Network device 91 Photo mode • Selecting file 92 • Viewing photo 93 • Sorting photos 93 • Using Slideshow 94 Video mode • Selecting file 98 • Watching video 99 • Video Setup 100 • Audio output settings 101 Music mode • Selec
• Music format 109 Network Internet content • Information 110 • Selecting internet content 111 • Note 112 DLNA • Information 113 • Using DLNA 116 Network connections • Internet connection 117 • DLNA connection 118 • Note 120 Network settings • Network Connection 121 • Custom - Wireless 122 • Custom - Wired 125 • Custom - Wireless Access Point 126 • Network Status 127 • my Home Cloud Settings 127 • VIERA Name 127 • TV Remote App Settings 128 • Network Link Settings 129 • File Sharing Setting
• Watching video 135 • Video Setup 137 • Audio output settings 138 Music • Selecting file 139 • Playing music 140 • Music Setup 140 DIGA Recorder • Controlling DIGA Recorder 141 Technical information • Photo format 142 • Video format 142 • Music format 145 Functions User profile • Information 146 • Settings 146 • my Stream 148 Voice Control • Preparations 149 • How to use 150 Touch Pad Controller • Information 151 • My button 151 • Settings 152 VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” •
• Intelligent Auto Standby 158 • VIERA Link Control 159 • Speaker Selection 160 • Note 161 Child Lock • Using Child Lock 162 • PIN number 163 • Parental Rating 163 Common Interface • Caution 164 • Using Common Interface 165 Shipping Condition • Shipping Condition 166 Updating the TV Software • Information 167 • Auto update 167 • Manual update 168 Setting characters • Using Numeric buttons 169 Bluetooth devices • Bluetooth Setup 170 Keyboard • Keyboard 172 Settings Setting menu • How t
• Advanced Settings 176 • Option Settings 177 • Screen Settings 178 • 3D Settings 179 • Copy Adjustment 180 • Reset to Defaults 180 Sound • Mode 181 • Basic settings 181 • Volume settings 182 • Voice Guidance Settings 183 • Audio Description 184 • Advanced settings 185 • Reset to Defaults 186 Network • Network Connection 187 • Network Status 187 • my Home Cloud Settings 187 • VIERA Name 187 • TV Remote App Settings 187 • Network Link Settings 187 • File Sharing Settings 187 • Other settings 188
• USB Device Setup 190 • VIERA Touch Pad Controller 190 • Bluetooth Setup 191 • Child Lock 191 • Tuning Menu 191 • Language 192 • Display Settings 193 • VIERA Link Settings 195 • System Menu 196 • Other Settings 197 Support FAQs • Picture 198 • Digital TV 200 • Analogue TV 201 • Sound 202 • 3D 203 • HDMI 204 • Network 205 • Other 206 Maintenance • Care and Cleaning 208 Information • Using Help menu 209 Optional accessories • 3D Eyewear 210 • Communication Camera 210 • Wall-hanging bracket 210
OK Menu ●● Letters enclosed in a box indicate remote control buttons. Letters in cyan indicate on-screen display items. References in this eHELP The images shown in this eHELP are for illustrative purposes only.
my Home Screen my Home Screen Information “my Home Screen” is a gateway to the TV, applications, and more. It provides easy access to special features such as Media Player, videos, games, communication tools, etc. as shown below (example). HOME OK OK HOME Home Screen Selected content screen (TV, application, etc.) Home Screen Selection – Your preferred Home Screen can be selected.
How to use Home Screen provides access to special features such as Media Player, TV, internet content, data services, communication tools, etc. 1. Display Home Screen with HOME. (Example) ●● The last viewed Home Screen is displayed when the TV is turned on. ●● Press again to select or add your preferred Home Screen layout. my Home Screen > my Home Screen > Settings 2. Select a feature with ●● / / / and press OK to access.
Settings Select the setup menu from the tool guide on the top of the screen. (Example) ■■Home Screen Selection 1. Display Home Screen Selection with HOME. (Example) 2. Select the screen with / and press OK to set. Full Screen TV: Displays full-screen TV. Free Digital TV Screen: Displays the TV and Digital TV streaming services (if available).
■■Face Recognition / Voice Print Recognition By using the Communication Camera and Voice Control function, this TV recognises your face / voice and displays the registered Home Screen. ●● Say “my Home Screen” into the microphone of the Touch Pad Controller to use this function. ●● To use this function, you need to set up a user profile and register face / voice data, preferred Home Screen, etc. Functions > User profile > Settings ●● Communication Camera is not included. Please purchase as necessary.
OSD Colour 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Display Settings > OSD Colour with to access. 3. Set with / / and press OK and press OK to store. OSD Colour (Jet black / Pale grey / Organic brown / Sand beige) Selects the preferred colour type of on-screen displays. ●● This function is available for the information banner, menu screen, Home Screen, etc.
APPS List Information Various applications (internet contents, network contents, Media Player, etc.) can be accessed easily from APPS List. ■■APPS List (Example) = Note = ●● APPS List is subject to change without notice.
How to use You can access special features such as internet contents, network contents, Media Player, etc. from APPS List. 1. Display APPS List with APPS. (Example) ●● To exit APPS List EXIT 2. Select an icon of the features with / / / and press OK to access. Internet contents Network > Internet content my Stream ●● Provides recommended contents (TV programme, internet content, etc.). ●● You need a broadband network environment to use this function fully.
Settings You can customise APPS List (screen settings, etc.). 1. Display APPS List with APPS. 2. Select the icon for settings on APPS List with to access. / 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. = Note = ●● Setup menu items may be changed without notice.
Watching Basic Basic connection Please ensure that the unit is disconnected from the mains socket before attaching or disconnecting any cables.
■■DVD Recorder (VCR) / Satellite receiver HDMI terminal HDMI cable Satellite receiver Satellite dish / Terrestrial aerial AV1 (SCART) terminal SCART cable RF cable / SCART cable Terrestrial terminal RF cable DVD Recorder / VCR = Note = ●● For VIERA Link connections Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Summary of VIERA Link ●● External equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this TV. ●● Please also read the manual of the equipment being connected.
Selecting channel 1. Select DVB or Analogue with TV. ●● The selectable modes vary depending on the channels stored. ●● You can also select the mode pressing TV repeatedly. 2. Select a channel with Channel Up / Down or Numeric buttons. ●● DVB channel position begins from number 1 upward. Analogue channel position numbers are in the 0 - 99 range. ■■To select a channel using information banner 1. Display information banner with 2. Select a channel with displayed. / if it is not displayed.
■■To watch pay-TV ●● For information of the encrypted channels Functions > Common Interface > Using Common Interface ●● Consult the operator / broadcaster or CI module manufacturer for more information and conditions of the services. Information banner Display information banner with ●● . Also appears when changing a channel. (Example) Channel position and name Channel type (Radio, HDTV, etc.
AD: Audio Description service available ●● This function can aid visually-impaired viewers by adding an additional audio track to describe events on screen.
●● To adjust banner timeout, set Banner Display Timeout. 1) Display the menu with MENU. 2) Select Setup > Display Settings > Banner Display Timeout with and press OK to access. 3) Set with ●● / / and press OK to store. To change the colour type of on-screen displays, set OSD Colour. my Home Screen > my Home Screen > OSD Colour ●● To display the introduction banner for the internet service 1) Display the menu with MENU. 2) Select Setup > Display Settings > Smart Banner with OK to access.
Option Menu Confirm or change the current status. 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2. Select one of the following items with / and press OK to access. Voice Guidance Settings / Audio Type / Multi Audio / Monaural Audio / Subtitle Language / Teletext Character Set / Teletext Language / NICAM / Volume Correction ●● The function items vary depending on the TV mode and country you select. 3. Set with / / / and press OK to store.
Subtitle Language Selects the language in which subtitles should appear (if available). ●● This setting is not memorised and it will return to the default setting once you exit the current programme. ●● Not valid in Analogue Teletext Character Set Sets the teletext language font. Watching > Teletext > Teletext Character Set ●● Ireland only Teletext Language Selects between alternative languages for teletext (if available). ●● For DVB (Ireland only) NICAM Switches NICAM sound (if available).
Subtitle ■■DVB Display / hide subtitles (if available) with STTL. ●● To select the preferred subtitle type 1) Display the menu with MENU. 2) Select Setup > Display Settings > Preferred Subtitle Type with and press OK to access. 3) Select Standard / Hard of Hearing with / / and press OK to set. – Hard of Hearing provides aids in understanding and enjoyment with digital channel subtitles (depending on the broadcaster). – Ireland only ●● Preferred Subtitles 1 / 2 in Language are given priority.
Off Timer Turn the TV Standby mode automatically after a fixed period. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Timer > Off Timer with / and press OK to access. 3. Select the time in 15-minute increments with / 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 displays on the information banner.
■■No signal Power off 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Timer > No signal Power off with 3. Select On / Off with / / and press OK to access. 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. ●● The notification message will appear 3 minutes before going into Standby mode.
Adjusting time Adjusts the time data. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Timer > Time Zone with 3. Set with / / and press OK to access. and press OK to store. ●● The time data will be corrected based on GMT. ●● Ireland only Language 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Language with / and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items with / and press OK to access.
Preferred Subtitles (English / Welsh / Gaelic / Irish) Selects the preferred language for digital channel subtitles (depending on the broadcaster). ●● To display subtitles Watching > Basic > Subtitle ●● provides aids in understanding and enjoyment with subtitles (depending on the broadcaster). ●● UK only 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 basic connection Watching > Basic > Basic connection ●● To use the specific devices supporting Bluetooth wireless technology Functions > Bluetooth devices ●● Check the terminal type and cable plugs are correct when connecting.
■■AV devices AV2 (COMPONENT) terminals Component cables DVD Player AV2 (VIDEO) terminals Composite cables Camcorder / Game equipment - 33 -
■■USB devices USB port USB cable Communication Camera = 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. ●● Use USB 1 port for connecting the Communication Camera. ●● Some USB devices or USB HUB may not be used with this TV. ●● You cannot connect any devices by using USB card reader. ●● Additional information for the devices may be on the following website.
■■Headphones Headphone jack M3 stereo mini plug Headphones ●● To adjust volume, set Headphone Volume. Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings ●● To select the sound output to adjust volume, set Speaker Setting. Watching > For best audio > Volume settings Watching external input Connect the external equipment (VCR, DVD, etc.) and you can watch through the input. 1. Display the input selection menu with AV. 2. Select the input mode connected to the equipment with / and press OK to watch.
= Note = ●● If the external equipment has an aspect adjustment function, set it to 16:9. ●● For details, read the manual of the equipment or ask your local dealer. ■■Input Labels Accesses the input labels list to select the label of each input mode or set to skip unconnected one for easier identification and selection in Input Selection or banner. Watching > Basic > Information banner 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Display Settings > Input Labels with to access. 3.
■■Screen display ●● Manual input (default setting in Input Labels) AV1: AV1, AV1-RGB AV2: COMPONENT, VIDEO HDMI1: HDMI1 HDMI2: HDMI2 HDMI3: HDMI3 ●● Auto input (EC mode or VIERA Link) AV1: EC/AV1, EC/AV1-RGB AV2: -HDMI1: HDMI1 HDMI2: HDMI2 HDMI3: HDMI3 Operating with TV’s remote control You can operate the contents in Media Player / media server, recording functions or the connected equipment with the below buttons of this TV’s remote control.
: Pause / Resume Press and hold to play at slow speed (DVD) : Start recording (DVD Recorder / VCR) ■■How to change the code Each Panasonic product has its own remote control code. Change the code according to the product for operation. 1. Press and hold Standby On / Off switch during the following operations. 2. Enter the appropriate code as follows with Numeric buttons.
HDMI features HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) is the 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 and the equipment. HDMI-compatible equipment with an HDMI or DVI output terminal, such as a DVD player, a set top box or game equipment, can be connected to the HDMI terminal using a fully wired HDMI compliant cable.
■■DVI connection If the external equipment has only a DVI output, connect to the HDMI terminal via a DVI to HDMI adaptor cable. When using the DVI to HDMI adaptor cable, connect the audio cable to the audio input terminal (use AV2 audio terminals). ●● Enquire HDMI adaptor cable at your local digital equipment retailer shop. = Note = ●● Audio settings can be made on HDMI Input in the Sound Menu.
Terminal information ■■AV1 (SCART) terminal (RGB, VIDEO) 1 : 2 : 3 : 4 : 5 : 6 : 7 : 8 : 9 : 10: 11 : Audio out (R) Audio in (R) Audio out (L) Audio earth Blue earth Audio in (L) Blue in Status CVBS Green earth -Green in 12: 13: 14: 15: 16: 17: 18: 19: 20: 21: - 41 - -Red earth Earth Red in Status RGB CVBS earth RGB status earth CVBS out (video) CVBS in (video) Socket Earth
■■HDMI terminal 1 : TMDS Data2+ 11 : TMDS Clock Shield 2 : TMDS Data2 Shield 12: TMDS Clock− 3 : TMDS Data2− 13: CEC 4 : TMDS Data1+ 14: Utility 5 : TMDS Data1 Shield 15: SCL 6 : TMDS Data1− 16: SDA 7 : TMDS Data0+ 17: DDC/CEC Ground 8 : TMDS Data0 Shield 18: +5V Power 9 : TMDS Data0− 19: Hot Plug Detect 10: TMDS Clock+ Valid input signals ■■COMPONENT, HDMI Signal name COMPONENT HDMI 525 (480) / 60i, 60p ○ ○ 625 (576) / 50i, 50p ○ ○ 750 (720) / 60p, 50p ○ ○ 1 125 (1 080) / 6
For best picture Viewing Mode 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture > Viewing Mode with 3. Select the mode with / / and press OK to access. and press OK to set. Viewing Mode (Dynamic / Normal / Cinema / True Cinema / Custom) Selects your favourite picture mode for each input. Dynamic: Improves contrast and sharpness for viewing in a bright room. Normal: Normal use for viewing in a normal lighting condition.
Ambient Sensor 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture > Ambient Sensor with 3. Select On / Off with / / and press OK to access. and press OK to set. Ambient Sensor (On / Off) ●● Automatic Brightness Control function Adjusts picture settings automatically depending on ambient lighting conditions. Aspect Change the aspect ratio (image size) with ASPECT. ■■To change the aspect ratio manually 1. Display Aspect Selection with ASPECT. 2. Select the mode with ●● / and press OK to set.
4:3 Full: Displays a 4:3 image enlarged horizontally to fit the screen. ●● For HD (High definition) signals Sidecut Just: Displays a 16:9 letterbox (anamorphic) image full-screen. Stretching is only noticeable at the left and right edges. ●● For HD (High definition) signals Sidecut Zoom: Displays a 16:9 letterbox (anamorphic) image full-screen without distortion. ●● For HD (High definition) signals = Note = ●● Display the image (TV, external input, etc.) full-screen to use this function completely.
●● AV1 (SCART) terminal / AV2 (VIDEO) terminals Valid input signal format: PAL PAL 525/60 M.
Basic settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture with / and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items with / and press OK to access. Backlight / Contrast / Brightness / Colour / Tint / Sharpness / Colour Temperature / Vivid Colour / Adaptive Backlight Control / Intelligent Frame Creation / 24p Smooth Film 4. Set with / / / and press OK to store.
24p Smooth Film (Max / Mid / Min / Off) Automatically compensates the picture frame rate to make the 24p source movie images smooth. ●● This function is available only for 24p signal input and displayed instead of Intelligent Frame Creation. ●● Not valid for photo contents of Media Player / Network services or when Game Mode is set to On Noise reduction settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture > Noise Reduction / MPEG Remaster with OK to access. 3.
Advanced Settings You can adjust and set up the detailed picture settings when Viewing Mode is set to Cinema, True Cinema or Custom. The settings in True Cinema or Custom can be stored for each input. Watching > For best picture > Viewing Mode 1. Select the input mode with AV or TV. 2. Display the menu with MENU. 3. Select Picture > Viewing Mode with 4. Select the mode with / / and press OK to access. and press OK to set. Cinema / True Cinema / Custom ■■Adjust the detailed picture settings 1.
■■White Balance R-Gain / G-Gain / B-Gain Adjusts the white balance of bright red / green / blue areas. R-Cutoff / G-Cutoff / B-Cutoff Adjusts the white balance of dark red / green / blue areas. More Detailed Adjustment Adjusts more detailed items of White Balance. Input Signal Level: Adjusts the input signal level. R-Gain / G-Gain / B-Gain: Adjusts the detailed white balance of bright red / green / blue areas. Reset to Defaults: Resets items of More Detailed Adjustment.
Y-Saturation / C-Saturation / M-Saturation: Adjusts the saturation of yellow / cyan / magenta areas. Y-Luminance / C-Luminance / M-Luminance: Adjusts the luminance of yellow / cyan / magenta areas. Reset to Defaults: Resets items of More Detailed Adjustment. Reset to Defaults Resets Colour Management to the default settings. ■■Gamma Gamma Switches the gamma curve. ●● Please note the numerical values are reference for the adjustment. More Detailed Adjustment Adjusts more detailed items of Gamma.
Option Settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture > Option Settings with / and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items with / and press OK to access. Game Mode / Film Cadence Mode / 1080p Pure Direct / HDMI Content Type / HDMI RGB Range / 3D-COMB 4. Set with / and press OK to store. Game Mode (On / Off) Provides suitable images for fast response signals when playing games.
HDMI Content Type (Graphics / Photos / Auto / Off) Adjusts the picture settings of each HDMI input according to the selected content type. Auto: Automatically adjusts the picture settings according to the received HDMI content if the connected equipment supports HDMI Content Type. ●● To set the availability of each content type for Auto mode, select Auto Detail Setting. ●● For HDMI input HDMI RGB Range (Auto / Full / Normal) Adjusts the black level of the image for each HDMI input.
Screen Settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture > Screen Settings with / and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items with / and press OK to access. 16:9 Overscan / H-Size / Zoom Adjustments / Screen Display 4. Set with / and press OK to store. 16:9 Overscan (On / Off) Selects the screen area displaying the image for 16:9 aspect. On: Enlarges the image to hide the edge of the image. Off: Displays the image in the original size.
Copy Adjustment Copies the picture settings of True Cinema or Custom to those of another input or another Viewing Mode. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture > Copy Adjustment > Destination Viewing Mode / Destination Input with / and press OK to access. 3. Select the destination to copy to with 4. Select Copy Start with / / and press OK to set. and press OK to copy. 5. When the confirmation screen is displayed, select Yes with press OK to set.
For best audio Sound mode 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Sound > Mode with 3. Select the mode with / / and press OK to access. and press OK to set. Mode (Standard / Music / 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 with / and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items with / and press OK to access. Bass / Treble / Equaliser / Balance / Surround / Bass Boost 4. Set with / / / and press OK to store. Bass Adjusts level to enhance or minimise lower, deeper sound output. Treble Adjusts level to enhance or minimise sharper, higher sound output. Equaliser Adjusts the frequency level to suit your favourite sound quality.
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 with / and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items with / and press OK to access. Speaker Setting / Headphone Volume / Auto Gain Control / Volume Correction / Speaker Distance to Wall 4. Set with / / / and press OK to store. Speaker Setting (TV Speaker / Headphones / Off) Selects the sound output to adjust volume. Set to Off when using the external speakers.
Voice Guidance Settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Sound > Voice Guidance Settings with access. 3. Select one of the following items with / / and press OK to and press OK to access. Voice Guidance / Speed / Volume / User Level / Web Browser 4. Set with / and press OK to store. Voice Guidance (On / Off) Set to On to enable voice guidance of the basic features (on-screen messages, etc.) for visually impaired users.
Audio Description 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Sound > Audio Description with 3. Select one of the following items with / / and press OK to access. and press OK to access. Preferred Audio Type / Volume / Speakers / Headphones 4. Set with / / / and press OK to store. Preferred Audio Type (Standard / Audio Description) Narration settings for visually impaired users Set to Audio Description to activate the narration sound track when available on the broadcast.
Advanced settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Sound with / and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items with / and press OK to access. NICAM / Audio Preference / SPDIF Selection / SPDIF Delay / HDMI Input 4. Set with / and press OK to store. NICAM (On / Off) Near Instantaneous Companded Audio Multiplex Reproduces NICAM stereo sound. ●● Set to Off if reception is poor.
SPDIF Selection (Auto / PCM) Selects the initial setting for digital audio output signal from DIGITAL AUDIO and HDMI2 (ARC function) terminals. ●● SPDIF is a standard audio transfer file format. Auto: Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital and HE-AAC multi-channel are output as Dolby Digital Bitstream. MPEG is output as PCM. DTS is output as DTS for video contents of Media Player / Network services. PCM: Digital output signal is fixed to PCM.
TV Guide Using TV Guide TV Guide - Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) provides an on-screen listing of the programmes currently broadcast and the forthcoming broadcasts over the next seven days (depending on the broadcasters). 1. Select DVB or Analogue with TV. 2. Display TV Guide with GUIDE. ●● To change the layout of TV Guide, set TV Guide View. 1) Display the menu with MENU. 2) Select Setup > TV Guide Settings > TV Guide View with press OK to access.
●● To change the type of TV Guide 1) Display the menu with MENU. 2) Select Setup > Display Settings > Banner & TV Guide Selection with and press OK to access. / 3) Select Freetime / Panasonic with / and press OK to set. – For DVB (UK only) (Example) TV screen Date Time Programme D (DVB) / A (Analogue) Channel position and name ●● To watch the programme 1) Select the current programme with / / / . – The current programme is displayed on the top left of the screen. 2) Press OK to watch.
●● To search programme titles and view a list of the searched programmes (except Analogue) (if available) 1) Display the search list with 2) Select Search with / 3) Enter characters with (yellow). and press OK to access. / / / and press OK to set. – You can set characters using Numeric buttons. Functions > Setting characters > Using Numeric buttons 4) Press (green) to start searching. – All the programme titles including the word you set will be listed.
Teletext Digital text service Digital text services (MHEG) differ greatly from analogue teletext. When you switch to a digital text service, the images you see can contain graphics and text, laid out and controlled in a manner decided by the broadcaster. 1. Select DVB with TV. ●● DVB programmes may have digital text services (MHEG). 2. Switch to a digital text service with TEXT.
Viewing Teletext 1. Switch to teletext with TEXT. ●● Displays the index page (content varies depending on the broadcasters). ●● Current / sub page numbers are displayed on the top left of the screen. ●● Time / date is displayed on the top right of the screen. ●● Colour bar is displayed on the bottom of the screen. 2. Select the page with Numeric buttons, (coloured buttons). ●● / or To adjust contrast 1) Press MENU twice to display Contrast. 2) Adjust with ●● / and press OK to set.
■■Store frequently viewed pages in the colour bar (List mode) 1. Press (coloured buttons) while the page is displayed. 2. Press and hold OK. ●● The stored page number changes to white. ●● If you use subtitles, do not change number on ●● To change stored pages 1) Press (blue). (coloured buttons) to change. 2) Enter a new page number with Numeric buttons. 3) Press and hold OK. ■■View sub page The number of sub pages is displayed on the top of the screen. Press to view sub page.
■■FASTEXT mode In FASTEXT mode, four differently coloured subjects are situated on the bottom of the screen. To access more information about one of these subjects, press the appropriate coloured button. This facility enables fast access to information on the subjects shown. ■■List mode In List mode, four differently coloured page numbers are situated on the bottom of the screen. Each of these numbers can be changed and stored in the TV’s memory.
3D Note ●● Display the image (TV, external input, etc.) full-screen for viewing 3D. ●● If light appears to flicker under fluorescents or dimmers when using the 3D Eyewear, change the setting of 3D Refresh Rate. Watching > 3D > 3D Settings ●● Do not exert pressure on or scratch the lens of the 3D Eyewear. ●● 3D content will not be correctly visible if the 3D Eyewear is worn upside down or back-to-front.
3D Eyewear - Functions ■■Part names and functions Power button / Mode change / Indicator lamp ●● Power button – Press and hold for approx. 1 second to turn the 3D Eyewear on. (The indicator lamp lights for 2 seconds.) – Press and hold for 3 seconds or more to turn the 3D Eyewear off. (The indicator lamp lights 3 times.) ●● Mode change – Press and hold for approx. 1 second to change the mode between 3D and 2D (view a 3D image in 2D). – When power is off, press and hold for approx.
■■Indicator lamp status ●● Lights red for 2 seconds when turned on: Sufficient battery level ●● Flashes 5 times when turned on: Low battery level ●● Flashes red: Under registering ●● Flashes red once every 1 second: Under reconnecting to the TV ●● Flashes red 3 times: Power off (Press and hold for more than 3 seconds when in use, or automatically power off when registering / reconnecting fails, or connection is lost.) ●● Flashes red once every 2 seconds when in use: 3D mode is selected.
3D Eyewear - Registration ■■First registration Perform the first registration when the 3D Eyewear is used for the first time. 1. Turn the TV on. 2. Press Power button for about 1 second to turn the 3D Eyewear on. ●● The lamp lights for about 2 seconds and then flashes. ●● The 3D Eyewear will be turned on and the registration will start. ●● Place the 3D Eyewear within 50 cm from the TV while registration is in progress. 3.
3D Eyewear - Replacing battery When the battery is running low, the indicator lamp flashes 5 times on turning the 3D Eyewear on. In this case, early battery replacement is recommended. ●● Dispose of the old batteries as non-burnable rubbish, or in line with the waste disposal regulations in your local area. 1. Remove the battery cover using pen tip or screwdriver (minus -), etc. 2. Replace the battery (coin-shaped lithium battery CR2025). ●● If difficulty, remove it with the tip of the driver.
Viewing 3D You can enjoy viewing 3D images with contents or programmes corresponding to the 3D effect by wearing the 3D Eyewear. ●● This TV supports Frame Sequential, Side by Side and Top and Bottom 3D formats. – Frame Sequential is the 3D format that the images for the left and right eyes are recorded with the high definition quality and alternately played back. ●● The 3D Eyewear must be worn to view 3D images. Perform the First Registration when the 3D Eyewear is used for the first time.
■■3D photos and 3D videos taken by 3D-compatible Panasonic products ●● Available in Media Player and Network services Media Player Network ■■2D images converted to 3D ●● Set to 2D→3D mode in 3D Mode Selection. Watching > 3D > 3D Mode Selection 3D Mode Selection You can easily change the viewing mode between 2D and 3D with 3D. 1. Display 3D Mode Selection with 3D. 2. Select the mode with ●● / and press OK to set. Items of 3D Mode Selection vary depending on the condition.
2D→3D: Converts 2D images into 3D. ●● Please note the 3D images appear slightly different from the originals. ●● Using this function for profit-making purposes, or publically showing images converted from 2D to 3D in places such as shops or hotels, etc. may infringe on the rights of the copyright holder protected under copyright law. 3D Settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture > 3D Settings with / 3. Select one of the following items with and press OK to access.
3D Refresh Rate (Auto / 100Hz / 120Hz) Reduces juddering and flicker noises of the 3D images when using the 3D Eyewear. 100Hz: If light appears to flicker under fluorescents (or dimmers) of 50 Hz. 120Hz: If light appears to flicker under fluorescents (or dimmers) of 60 Hz. 2D→3D Depth (Max / Mid / Min) Selects a level of 3D-image depth for viewing converted 2D images. 3D Adjustment (On / Off) Adjustment of the 3D effect (except in 2D→3D mode) Set to On to enable Effect setting.
Safety Precautions Displays the precautions for viewing 3D images. = Note = ●● Display the image (TV, external input, etc.) full-screen to use this function completely. Source image format If the picture appears to be abnormal, refer to the table of images that can be seen for each 3D Mode Selection (Manual) and the source image format, and select the correct 3D mode. ●● 3D images are displayed correctly with appropriate 3D format as following yellow boxes.
Tuning and editing channels Setting menu You can retune channels, create your favourite channel lists, skip unwanted channels, etc. 1. Select DVB or Analogue with TV. 2. Display the menu with MENU. 3. Select Setup > DVB Tuning Menu / Analogue Tuning Menu with and press OK to access. ●● / The menu name varies depending on the TV mode. 4. Select one of the functions with / and press OK to access.
■■Edit DVB favourites list You can edit the favourites list while the cursor is on the channel in the favourites list. ●● To move the channel 1) Select the channel with 2) Press / . (green). 3) Select the new position with Numeric buttons. 4) Press ●● / or select the turn with (green) to store. To delete the channel 1) Select the channel with / . 2) Press OK to delete. – Press ●● (yellow) to delete all channels. To name the favourites 1) Press (red).
Channel List ■■Skip unwanted DVB / Analogue channels You can hide (skip) unwanted channels. The hidden channels cannot be displayed except in this function. 1. Select Channel List with 2. Select a channel with / / and press OK to access. . 3. Press OK to set Reveal / Hide (skip). : Reveal : Hide (skip) ●● To reveal all channels (DVB / Analogue) (yellow) ■■Edit DVB / Analogue Channels ●● To swap the channel position number (logical channel number) 1) Press (green) to edit.
Auto Setup Automatically retunes the channels received in the area. ●● This function is available if channel tuning is already performed. ●● Only the selected mode is retuned. All the previous tuning settings are erased. ●● If Child Lock PIN number has been set, the PIN number is required. Functions > Child Lock > PIN number ●● If tuning has not been done completely, set Manual Tuning. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Manual Tuning ■■DVB, Analogue 1.
Manual Tuning ●● 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, use this function. (DVB) ●● All DVB channels found will be added to Channel List. ■■DVB (UK) 1. Select Frequency with / . 2. Press OK to search. ●● All channels found will be added to Channel List. ■■DVB (Ireland) 1. Select a channel with channel.
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 Favourites Edit, Channel List, Child Lock, etc. ●● Depending on the signal condition, the update may not work properly. New Channel Message Selects whether to give a notification message when a new DVB channel is found or not.
Media Player Using Media Player Information Media Player allows you to enjoy photo, video or music recorded on the USB Flash Memory / network device. (Example) Photo mode: Still pictures recorded with digital cameras will be displayed. Video mode: Moving pictures recorded with digital video cameras and digital video data will be played back. Music mode: Digital music data will be played back. ●● During the operation, audio signal is output from DIGITAL AUDIO and HDMI2 (ARC function) terminals.
■■To insert or remove the USB Flash Memory Ensure alignment is straight and complete when inserting or removing. ●● To remove the USB Flash Memory safely from the TV, perform Safely remove USB in USB Device Setup. 1) Display the menu with MENU. 2) Select Setup > USB Device Setup with 3) Select the device with ●● / / and press OK to access. and press OK to set. Connect the USB Flash Memory to the USB 1 or 2 port. = Note = ●● Check the terminal type and devices are correct when connecting.
Selecting device / mode 1. Insert the USB Flash Memory to the TV. Media Player > Using Media Player > Information ●● To play back contents 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 with 4. Select the device with / / / / and press OK to access. and press OK to access. ●● If only one device is connected, this step will be skipped.
= Note = ●● You may also access each mode directly from APPS List. my Home Screen > APPS List > How to use ●● Select the appropriate device and content for playing back each file. ●● You can use the following buttons during playback. Confirm the remote control code is “73”. Watching > External equipment > Operating with TV’s remote control ■■To change the device You can change the current device to another device directly in the same mode when two or more available devices are connected. 1.
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 with and press OK to access. 3. Select the network device with 4. Enter User / Password with OK to set. / / / and press OK to access.
Photo mode Selecting file Select the file in the thumbnail view with playback. / / / and press OK to start : Error display ●● To change the size of photos in the thumbnail view 1) Display the option menu with OPTION. 2) Select Change Size with ●● / and press OK to change.
Viewing photo ■■Playback ●● To operate Single view : To the previous photo : To the next photo : Stop (return to thumbnail) OK : Slideshow ●● To display / hide the operation guide ●● To rotate 90° (blue) ●● To return to thumbnail BACK/RETURN Sorting photos ■■To sort by folder, recorded date or recorded month 1. Display the view selection in the thumbnail view with (green). 2. Select Folder view / Sort by Date / Sort by Month with OK to set.
Using Slideshow Slideshow ends when all photos within the current thumbnail are viewed. 1. Select the file from the thumbnail of photos for the first view with / . 2. Start Slideshow with / / (red) and OK. ●● To display / hide the operation guide ●● To pause (return to Single view) OK ●● To return to thumbnail BACK/RETURN ●● You can change the back ground music by setting Back Ground Music in Slideshow Settings (see below). ■■Slideshow Settings Set up the settings for Photo mode. 1.
Gallery (+ calendar) / Gallery: Various sizes of photos in the frames are displayed. ●● You can select whether to display the calendar or not. The month of / . calendar is changed with Cinema: Photos are displayed as old films (sepia tone). Colour Effect (Off / Sepia / Gray scale) Selects the colour effect of photos.
Aspect (Original / Zoom) Selects enlarged or normal viewing. ●● Not valid when Frame is set to Collage, Drift, Gallery, Cinema or when Transition Effect is set to Motion ●● Depending on the photo size, the photo may not be fully enlarged to fill the screen (e.g. portrait style picture). Burst Playback (On / Off) Selects whether to display burst photos in a fast-paced slideshow mode or not.
Back Ground Music (Off / Type1 / Type2 / Type3 / Type4 / Type5 / User / Auto) Selects the background music during Photo mode. Type1 - 5: Music files installed on this TV at the factory settings will be played back. Auto: Music files stored in the current device will be played back. ●● If there is no available music data, no sound will be played back. User: Music files in the device registered by yourself will be played back.
Video mode Selecting file 1. Select the title in the thumbnail view with / / / . : Error display : The file does not support thumbnail view. ●● The preview will start when the title / scene is highlighted in the thumbnail view if it supports a preview. To turn off the preview, set Video Preview to Off. Media Player > Video mode > Video Setup 2. Start playback with ●● ●● (red).
Watching video ■■Playback from the selected scene in the title Playback of the selected scene will start and continue until the end of the title. 1. Select the title with / / / 2. Select the scene with / 3. Start playback with (red). / and press OK to access. / . ●● The structure of titles and scenes may vary depending on the digital video camera used. ●● Playback may not continue depending on the condition.
●● To change aspect 1) Display Aspect Selection with ASPECT. 2) Select the mode with / and press OK to set. Aspect1: Displays the content enlarged without distortion. Aspect2: Displays the content full-screen. Original: Displays the content original size. – You can also change the mode pressing ASPECT. (Press repeatedly until you reach the desired mode.) – Aspect cannot be changed depending on the content. ●● To return to thumbnail BACK/RETURN Video Setup Set up the settings for Video mode. 1.
Subtitle Display / hide subtitles (if available). ●● This function is available during playback. Subtitle Text Selects the font type to display subtitles correctly (if available). ●● This function is available during playback. Repeat (On / Off) Playback repeat within the title or selected file (depending on the content) Audio output settings You can enjoy the multi-channel sound via an amplifier connected to DIGITAL AUDIO or HDMI2 (ARC function) terminal.
Music mode Selecting file 1. Select the folder in the thumbnail view with 2. Start playback with ●● / / / . (red). For supported file formats Media Player > Technical information > Music format ■■Thumbnail view ●● To display / hide information of the highlighted content ●● To start playback (red) ●● To change the device (yellow) ●● To change the contents (blue) Playing music ■■Playback of the selected file in the folder 1. Select the folder with 2. Select the file with 3.
●● To jump to the specified time point 1) Display the time seek bar with OK. 2) While the time seek bar is displayed Press / : Search approx. 10 seconds Press and hold / : Search rapidly 3) Jump to the specified time point with OK. ●● To display / hide the operation guide ●● To the previous track (red) ●● To the next track (green) ●● To return to thumbnail BACK/RETURN Music Setup Set up the setting for Music mode. ●● This function is available in the thumbnail view. 1.
Technical information Device handling caution ●● Data modified with a PC may not be displayed. ●● Do not remove the device while the TV is accessing data. Otherwise this can damage the device or TV. ●● Do not touch the pins on the device. ●● Do not subject the device to a high pressure or impact. ●● Insert the device in the correct direction. Otherwise this can damage the device or TV. ●● Electrical interference, static electricity, or erroneous operation may damage the data or device.
Photo format ■■Supported Photo formats ●● JPEG (.jpg, .jpeg, .mpo) 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 BP/MP/HP, MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4 SP/ASP, VC-1, Windows Media Video Ver. 9 Audio codec: AAC, ADPCM, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS core, HE-AAC, LPCM, MPEG Audio, MP3, WMA, WMA Pro ●● Some subtitles or chapter functions may not be available. ●● MP4 (.f4v, .m4v, .mp4) Video codec: H.
●● FLV (.flv) Video codec: H.264 BP/MP/HP Audio codec: AAC, MP3 ●● 3GPP (.3gp, .3g2) Video codec: H.264 BP/MP/HP, MPEG4 SP/ASP Audio codec: AAC, HE-AAC ●● PS (.mod, .mpg, .mpeg, .vob, .vro) Video codec: H.264 BP/MP/HP, MPEG1, MPEG2, VC-1 Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, HE-AAC, LPCM, MPEG Audio, MP3 ●● TS (.mts, .m2ts, .tp, .trp, .ts, .tts) Video codec: H.
■■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. ●● WMA Lossless is not supported. ●● LPCM (.wav) = Note = ●● Some files may not be played back even if they fulfil these conditions. ●● Do not use multi-byte characters or other special codes for file names.
Network Internet content Information You can access some specific websites supported by Panasonic, and enjoy internet contents such as videos, games, communication tools, etc. from APPS List. (Example) ●● To enable this function, you need a broadband network environment. Ensure the network connections and network settings are completed.
Selecting internet content 1. Display APPS List with APPS. ●● For details of APPS List my Home Screen > APPS List ●● Depending on the usage conditions, it may take a while to read all the data. 2. Select the desired item with / / / and press OK to access. (Example) ●● To return to APPS List APPS ●● To exit APPS List EXIT ●● You may operate the internet contents with the free cursor and Voice Control function of Touch Pad Controller (supplied).
Note ●● If you cannot access the internet contents, check the network connections and settings. Network > Network connections Network > Network settings ●● APPS List is 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 Information This TV is a DLNA Certified™ product. DLNA® (Digital Living Network Alliance) is a standard that makes DLNA Certified digital electronics easier and more convenient to use on a home network. To learn more, visit www.dlna.org. ●● To enable this function, connect this TV to your home network.
●● Twonky “Twonky” is the product of PacketVideo Corporation. To obtain the Installation Guides for installing and setting “Twonky”, visit the website of TwonkyMedia. Additional fees may be charged to obtain server software. = Note = ●● For more information about the server software, please consult each software company. ●● When server software for the media server is installed on the PC, the data on the PC may be at risk of being accessed by other people.
■■Sharing the TV programme or contents of this TV with another piece of network equipment You can enjoy the current digital TV programme or the contents of this TV on the other DLNA Certified VIERA, your smartphone, etc. connected to your home network. You can also select the channel and watch TV on your smartphone . For example, watching the TV programme on your smartphone in the other room, etc.
Using DLNA To use DLNA® features, ensure the preparations of the media server, network connections and network settings are completed. Network > DLNA > Information Network > Network connections Network > Network settings 1. Display APPS List with APPS. 2. Select Media Server with / / / 3. Select one of the media servers with and press OK to access. / and press OK to access. ●● For the operations to access another TV, select the name of another TV from the displayed media server list.
Network connections Internet connection To use internet service, you need a broadband network environment. ●● If you do not have any broadband network services, please consult your retailer for assistance. ●● Dial-up internet connections cannot be used. ●● Required speed (effective): at least 1.5 Mbps for SD (Standard Definition) and 6 Mbps for HD (High Definition) picture quality, respectively. If the transfer speed is not enough, contents may not be played back properly.
DLNA connection To use DLNA features, you need a home network environment and you can operate the features without a broadband network environment. ●● To use internet service, you need a broadband network environment. Network > Network connections > Internet connection ■■Wireless connection (For DLNA and internet service) Built-in wireless LAN (Rear of the TV) Access point Hub or Router Internet environment Smartphone DLNA Certified media server (PC, etc.
■■Wired connection (For DLNA and internet service) ETHERNET terminal LAN cable (Shielded) ●● Use the Shielded Twist Pair (STP) LAN cable. Hub or Router Internet environment DLNA Certified media server (PC, etc.) ■■Wireless connection (For DLNA) TV ●● To use the TV as a wireless access point Network > Network settings > Custom - Wireless Access Point DLNA Certified media server (PC, etc.
Note ●● Ensure to use a LAN straight cable. ●● Set up and connect equipment required for the network environment. You cannot make such settings on this TV. Read the manual of the equipment. ●● If your modem has no broadband router functions, use a broadband router. ●● If your modem has broadband router functions but there are no vacant ports, use a hub. ●● Ensure that the broadband routers and hubs are compatible with 10BASE-T / 100BASE-TX.
Network settings Network Connection Ensure the connections are completed before starting network setup. Network > Network connections ■■Quick setup - Wireless 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > Network Connection with access. ●● / and press OK to access. When the LAN cable is connected, wired setup will be done automatically. 4. Select your desired access point with ●● and press OK to Confirm the encryption key, settings and position of your access point before starting setup.
●● To set manually Network > Network settings > Custom - Wireless ■■Quick setup - Wired 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > Network Connection with access. 3. Select Quick setup with / / and press OK to and press OK to access. 4. Automatically setup is done and Network Status is displayed. Network > Network settings > Network Status 5. Select Exit with ●● / and press OK to set.
●● For WPS(PIN) 1) Press (green). 2) Enter the PIN code to the access point. 3) Connect the TV with the access point with OK. ●● For Manual 1) Press (yellow). 2) You can set up SSID, security type, encryption type, and encryption key manually. 3) Follow the on-screen instructions and set manually. – When you use 11n (5 GHz) for the wireless system between the built-in wireless LAN and access point, select AES for the encryption type.
Proxy Settings ●● It is not required for normal household use. ●● Some internet services may not be available depending on the proxy settings. Proxy: This is the address of the relay server which is connected between the browser and the target server to send data to the browser. 1) Select Proxy with / and press OK to access. 2) Enter the address with press OK to set. / / / or Numeric buttons, and 3) Press BACK/RETURN to store.
Custom - Wired Ensure the connections are completed before starting network setup. Network > Network connections 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > Network Connection > Custom > Wired with and press OK to access. / / / 3. IP/DNS Settings is displayed. Acquire IP Address / Acquire DNS Address ●● Auto is recommended. ●● Available settings are displayed automatically. ●● To set manually, select and set IP Address / Subnet Mask / Default Gateway / DNS Address.
4. Select Network Status with / and press OK to access. Network > Network settings > Network Status 5. Select Exit with / and press OK to set. = Note = ●● When the network connection type is set to Wired, Wireless is deactivated. 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.
●● To confirm the current network settings Network > Network settings > Network Status ●● Ensure the equipment to connect supports WPS for this setup. ●● WPS: Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ Network Status Displays and checks the network status (MAC Address, current network settings, etc.). 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > Network Status with / and press OK to access. 3. Automatically testing is done and Network Status is displayed.
TV Remote App Settings Sets to control the TV with the equipment (smartphone, etc.) connected to your network. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > TV Remote App Settings with access. 3. Select one of the following items with / / and press OK to and press OK to access. TV Remote (On / Off) Enables to control the TV from the network equipment (smartphone, etc.).
= Note = ●● This function is not available when the TV is turned off with Mains Power On / Off switch. ●● You need to install the application for controlling VIERA on your smartphone. For information of the application: http://panasonic.net/viera/support (English only) For the operations, refer to the support information of the application. ●● Depending on the network condition, this function may not be available. ●● Depending on the area, this function may not be available.
Registration Type (Auto / Manual) Selects the type to restrict the access to this TV for each piece of equipment on the home network. Auto: All available equipment on the home network is accessible (maximum 16 pieces of equipment). Manual: Sets the restrictions for each piece of equipment in Remote Device List. Remote Device List Lists the equipment accessible to this TV on the home network. = Note = ●● Depending on the area, this function may not be available.
Photos Selecting file Ensure the preparations of the media server, network connections and network settings are completed. Network > DLNA > Information Network > Network connections Network > Network settings 1. Display APPS List with APPS. 2. Select Media Server with / / / 3. Select one of the media servers with and press OK to access. / and press OK to access. ●● For the operations to access another TV, select the name of another TV from the displayed media server list.
Viewing photo ■■Playback ●● To operate Single view : To the previous photo : To the next photo : Stop (return to list) OK : Slideshow ●● To display / hide the operation guide ●● To rotate 90° (blue) ●● To return to list BACK/RETURN Using Slideshow Slideshow ends when all photos within the list are viewed. 1. Select the file from the thumbnail of photos for the first view with 2. Start Slideshow with / . (red) and OK.
Transition Effect (Off / Fade / Dissolve / Motion / Random) Selects the transition effect for switching photos during the slideshow. Fade: The next photo fades in gradually. Dissolve: Each photo is dissolved when switching to the next photo. Motion: Each photo is displayed with an effect of enlarging, reducing, moving up or moving down. Random: The transition effect is selected at random. Auto Makeup (On / Off) Automatically detects the face in the photo and improves luminance and contrast.
Videos Selecting file Ensure the preparations of the media server, network connections and network settings are completed. Network > DLNA > Information Network > Network connections Network > Network settings 1. Display APPS List with APPS. 2. Select Media Server with / / / 3. Select one of the media servers with and press OK to access. / and press OK to access. ●● For the operations to access another TV, select the name of another TV from the displayed media server list.
Watching video ■■Playback If you have stopped the last playback halfway, the confirmation screen is 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 with / and press OK to set. Aspect1: Displays the content enlarged without distortion. Aspect2: Displays the content full-screen. Original: Displays the content original size. – You can also change the mode pressing ASPECT. (Press repeatedly until you reach the desired mode.) – Aspect cannot be changed depending on the content.
Video Setup Set up the settings for video file operations on this TV. 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2. Select Video Setup with / and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items with / and press OK to access. Video Preview / Monaural Audio / Dual Audio / Dual Mono Audio / Subtitle / Subtitle Text / Subtitle Language / Repeat ●● Menu items and selectable options vary depending on the content. 4. Set with / and press OK to store.
Audio output settings You can enjoy the multi-channel sound via an amplifier connected to DIGITAL AUDIO or HDMI2 (ARC function) terminal. ●● To confirm or change the current sound status Network > Videos > Video Setup 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Sound > SPDIF Selection with 3. Select Auto / PCM with / / and press OK to access. and press OK to set.
Music Selecting file Ensure the preparations of the media server, network connections and network settings are completed. Network > DLNA > Information Network > Network connections Network > Network settings 1. Display APPS List with APPS. 2. Select Media Server with / / / 3. Select one of the media servers with and press OK to access. / and press OK to access. ●● For the operations to access another TV, select the name of another TV from the displayed media server list.
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.
DIGA Recorder Controlling DIGA Recorder Ensure the preparations of the media server, network connections and network settings are completed. Network > DLNA > Information Network > Network connections Network > Network settings 1. Display APPS List with APPS. 2. Select Media Server with 3. Select DIGA with / / / / and press OK to access. and press OK to access. 4. The screen of the DIGA Recorder will be displayed.
Technical information Photo format ■■Supported Photo formats ●● JPEG (.jpg, .jpeg, .mpo) Sub-sampling: 4:4:4, 4:2:2, 4:2:0 Image resolution (pixel): 8 × 8 to 30 719 × 17 279 ●● DCF and EXIF standards ●● Progressive JPEG is not supported. = Note = ●● Some files may not be played back even if they fulfil these conditions. ●● Do not use multi-byte characters or other special codes for file names. ●● Connected devices may become unusable with this TV if the file or folder names are changed.
●● MP4 (.f4v, .m4v, .mp4) Video codec: H.264 BP/MP/HP, MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4 SP/ASP Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, HE-AAC, MPEG Audio, MP3 ●● This TV supports this container recorded with Panasonic products. For details, read the manual of the products. ●● MKV (.mkv) Video codec: H.264 BP/MP/HP, MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4 SP/ASP Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS core, HE-AAC, MPEG Audio, MP3, Vorbis ●● Some subtitles or chapter functions may not be available.
●● PS (.mod, .mpg, .mpeg, .vob, .vro) Video codec: MPEG1, MPEG2 Audio codec: Dolby Digital, LPCM, MPEG Audio ●● TS (.mts, .m2ts, .tp, .trp, .ts, .tts) Video codec: H.264 BP/MP/HP, MPEG1, MPEG2 Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, HE-AAC, MPEG Audio ■■Supported Subtitles formats ●● MicroDVD, SubRip, TMPlayer (.srt, .sub, .txt) ●● The video file and subtitles text file are inside the same folder, and the file names are the same except for the file extensions.
Music format ■■Supported Music formats ●● MP3 (.mp3) ●● AAC / Apple Lossless (.m4a) ●● Copy-protected files cannot be played back. ●● FLAC (.flac) ●● WMA / WMA Pro (.wma) ●● Copy-protected files cannot be played back. ●● WMA Lossless is not supported. ●● LPCM (.wav) = Note = ●● Some files may not be played back even if they fulfil these conditions. ●● Do not use multi-byte characters or other special codes for file names.
Functions User profile Information Setting user profile allows you to enjoy the recommended contents, your favourite Home Screen, my Stream, cloud services, etc. ●● To use my Stream Functions > User profile > my Stream = Note = ●● You need a broadband network environment to use this function fully. Settings You can create and edit a user profile. ■■To edit a user profile 1. Display the main menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > User Settings with 3. Select a user with ●● / / and press OK to access.
Your face Registers the face data of the user for Face Recognition. Main Home Screen Selects Home Screen to be displayed when using Voice Control function. To use this function, you need to register your voice data or face data. my Home Cloud account Sets up an account for the cloud services. ■■To delete a user profile 1. Display the main menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > User Settings with 3. Select a user with / / and press OK to access. and press OK to access. 4.
my Stream Automatically provides the recommended contents (TV programmes, internet content, etc.). 1. Display APPS List with APPS. 2. Select my Stream with / / / and press OK to access. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. ●● To register a content as your favourite Functions > Touch Pad Controller > My button = Note = ●● You need a broadband network environment to use this function fully.
Voice Control Preparations Voice Control function allows you to operate the TV (e.g. selecting a channel), search the content from various features, etc. with your speech. ●● To use this function fully, you need a broadband network environment. Ensure the network connections and network settings are completed. Network > Network connections Network > Network settings ●● Ensure the pairing of Touch Pad Controller is completed. Functions > Touch Pad Controller > Settings ■■Voice Control Settings 1.
How to use 1. Press ●● of Touch Pad Controller. When the confirmation screen is displayed, read carefully and start Voice Control function. 2. The operation guide is displayed and follow the on-screen instructions. ●● To display voice command list OPTION ●● To exit Voice Control function BACK/RETURN = Note = ●● When you start Voice Control function, sound level of the TV becomes low. ●● Voice Control function may not work properly in the following conditions.
Touch Pad Controller Information Touch Pad Controller is designed for the convenient operations, especially, on Home Screen or internet contents. You can operate the TV intuitively with this controller. ●● Touch Pad Controller can be used by registering to this TV with Bluetooth wireless technology. ●● After registering, you can operate the TV without pointing this controller at the TV (except Standby On / Off switch).
Settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > VIERA Touch Pad Controller with access. 3. Select one of the following items with / 4. Follow the on-screen instructions. Pairing Registers Touch Pad Controller (supplied) to this TV. Only 1 Touch Pad Controller can be registered. Cursor Settings Sets for the cursor of Touch Pad Controller. Operation Guide Displays the operation guide of Touch Pad Controller. - 152 - and press OK to and press OK to access.
VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” Summary of VIERA Link Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with Panasonic products which have “HDAVI Control™” function. VIERA Link (HDAVI Control) connects the TV and the equipment with VIERA Link function, and enables easy control, playback, energy saving, creating home theatre, etc. without complicated settings. Connections to the equipment (DIGA Recorder, HD Video Camera, Player theatre, Amplifier, etc.) with HDMI and SCART cables 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 a fully wired SCART cable. ●● Use the optical digital audio cable or SCART cable for audio output from the TV.
■■Available features (HDMI and Audio out connections) Player theatre ●● Easy playback ●● Power on Link ●● Power off Link ●● Intelligent Auto Standby ●● VIERA Link Control ●● Speaker Selection Blu-ray Disc theatre ●● Easy playback ●● Power on Link ●● Power off Link ●● Standby Power Save ●● Intelligent Auto Standby ●● VIERA Link Control ●● Speaker Selection Amplifier ●● Power off Link ●● Intelligent Auto Standby ●● Speaker Selection : For equipment which has “HDAVI Control 2 or
■■VIERA Link Control of compatible equipment The following is the maximum number of compatible equipment that can be controlled by VIERA Link Control. This includes connections to equipment already connected to the TV. For example, DIGA Recorder connected to Amplifier which is connected to the TV via an HDMI cable. Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > VIERA Link Control ●● Recorder: Maximum 3 (DIGA Recorder, etc.
Power on Link Set Power on Link to On in VIERA Link Settings to use this function. When the connected equipment starts playback or direct navigator / function menu for the equipment is activated, the TV is automatically turned on. (Only when the TV is in Standby mode.) Power off Link Set Power off Link to On in VIERA Link Settings to use this function. When the TV is set to Standby mode, the connected equipment is also automatically set to Standby.
VIERA Link Control You can control some functions of the connected equipment with this TV’s remote control by pointing at the TV’s signal receiver. 1. Display APPS List with APPS. 2. Select VIERA Link with / / / and press OK to access. 3. Select VIERA Link Control with / and press OK to access. 4. Select one of the following items with / and press OK to access. Recorder / Player / Home Cinema / Video Camera / LUMIX / Digital Camera / Other (The menu of the accessed equipment will be displayed.
= Note = ●● If you cannot operate the equipment, check the settings and the equipment. Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Summary of VIERA Link ●● Some operations may not be available depending on the equipment. In this case, use the remote control of the connected equipment. ●● For details of the operations for the connected equipment, read the manual of the equipment. Speaker Selection You can control the theatre speaker with this TV’s remote control by pointing at the TV’s signal receiver.
= Note = ●● If you cannot operate the equipment, check the settings and the equipment. Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Summary of VIERA Link Note ●● These functions may not work properly depending on the connected equipment. ●● Image or sound may not be delivered for the first few seconds when the input mode is switched. ●● “HDAVI Control 5” is the newest standard for HDAVI Control compatible equipment. This standard is compatible with conventional HDAVI equipment.
Child Lock Using Child Lock You can lock specific channels / AV input terminals to restrict access to them. When the locked channel / input is selected, a message appears. Enter the PIN number to watch. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Child Lock with / and press OK to access. 3. Enter the PIN number (4 digits) with Numeric buttons. ●● Enter the PIN number twice at first setting. ●● Make a note of the PIN number in case you forget it. 4. Select Child Lock List with / 5.
PIN number You can change the PIN number. 1. Select Change PIN with / and press OK to access. 2. Enter a new PIN number twice with Numeric buttons. = Note = ●● Setting Shipping Condition erases the PIN number and all settings. Parental Rating To watch the DVB programme that has rating information on the selected age, enter the PIN number (depending on the broadcaster). 1. Select Parental Rating with / and press OK to access. 2. Select an age for the restriction of programmes with to set.
Common Interface Caution If the encrypted message is displayed on the screen, the correct Common Interface (CI) Module and smart card that are required for this service are not inserted. ■■How to insert CI module and smart card ●● Turn the TV off with Mains Power On / Off switch whenever inserting or removing the CI module. ●● If a smart card and a CI module come as a set, first insert the CI module, then insert the smart card into the CI module.
Using Common Interface The Common Interface Module menu provides access to software contained in Common Interface (CI) Modules. ●● Video and audio signals may not be output depending on broadcasts or services. ■■Insert the CI module (optional) ●● Follow the instructions that came with the viewing card to tune in the encrypted channels. If encrypted channels do not appear, perform the below to verify the card is recognised by the TV.
Shipping Condition Shipping Condition Resets the TV to its original condition (i.e. no channels tuned in). All settings are reset (channels, picture, sound settings, etc.). 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > System Menu > Shipping Condition with OK to access. 3. When the confirmation screen is displayed, select Yes with press OK to set. / and press / and 4. Follow the on-screen instructions. ●● Auto Setup will automatically start. = Note = ●● To retune TV channels only (e.g.
Updating the TV Software Information A new version of software may be released for download to enhance the performance or operations of the TV. In DVB, a notification banner will appear when one of the BBC channels is turned to if a new available software is found. ●● To install new software, select Standby / Now with set. / and press OK to Standby: Installs new software in standby condition. Now: Installs new software now. Auto update You can update new software automatically. 1.
Manual update You can update new software manually. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > System Menu > System Update > System Update Search Now with / and press OK to access. 3. Searches for an update (for several minutes) and displays a corresponding message if any. 4. Download with OK. = Note = ●● Download may take a few hours. ●● During software download and update, DO NOT perform any operations on the TV or switch Off the TV.
Setting characters Using Numeric buttons You can enter characters for free input items using Numeric buttons. Press Numeric buttons repeatedly until you reach the desired character. :.@/1!:#+-*_()“‘%&?,;=$[]~<>{}|`^\ :abc2ABC :def3DEF :ghi4GHI :jkl5JKL :mno6MNO :pqrs7PQRS :tuv8TUV :wxyz9WXYZ : Space 0 ●● The character is set automatically if you leave for 1 second. ●● You can also set the character pressing OK or other Numeric buttons less than 1 second.
Bluetooth devices Bluetooth Setup You can use Bluetooth keyboards / mouse / Bluetooth audio devices (headphones, etc.) with this TV by setting Bluetooth Setup in the Setup Menu. : HID (Human Interface Device Profile) compliant keyboards / mouse can be used. : A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) compliant audio devices can be used. ●● Additional information for the devices may be found on the following website. http://panasonic.net/viera/support (English only) 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.
●● To adjust the volume of this audio device, set Headphone Volume. Watching > For best audio > Volume settings ●● Settings in the Sound Menu may not be effective for the Bluetooth audio devices. ●● This setup has not been designed for the 3D Eyewear and Touch Pad Controller supporting Bluetooth wireless technology.
Keyboard Keyboard ●● Keyboards requiring the drivers are not supported. ●● To change the language type, set Keyboard Layout. 1) Display the menu with MENU. 2) Select Setup > System Menu > Keyboard Layout with OK to access. 3) Select the language with / / and press and press OK to set. ●● Characters may not be displayed correctly on the TV screen depending on the connected keyboard or the keyboard layout setting.
Settings Setting menu How to use Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions. 1. Display the menu with MENU. ●● Displayed items vary depending on the input signal. 2. Select the menu with / and press OK to access. 3. Select the items with / and press OK to access. ●● Only available items can be selected. ●● You can also access from eHELP pressing available).
●● To change menu pages ●● To change the colour type of on-screen displays, set OSD Colour. my Home Screen > my Home Screen > OSD Colour = Note = ●● Menu items and selectable options vary depending on the mode (TV mode, Media Player, Network services, etc.). ●● If Demo Settings is displayed in the Setup Menu, the TV is in “Shop” viewing environment. To return to “Home” viewing environment, initialise all settings by accessing Shipping Condition.
Picture Viewing Mode Selects your favourite picture mode for each input. (Dynamic / Normal / Cinema / True Cinema / Custom) Watching > For best picture > Viewing Mode Basic settings Backlight, Contrast, Brightness, Colour, Tint, Sharpness Adjusts the levels of these options according to your personal preference. Watching > For best picture > Basic settings Colour Temperature Sets the overall colour tone of the picture (bluer - redder).
24p Smooth Film (Max / Mid / Min / Off) Automatically compensates the picture frame rate to make the 24p source movie images smooth. Watching > For best picture > Basic settings ●● This function is available only for 24p signal input and displayed instead of Intelligent Frame Creation.
Option Settings Game Mode (On / Off) Provides suitable images for fast response signals when playing games. Watching > For best picture > Option Settings ●● Not valid in TV mode Film Cadence Mode (On / Off) Improves vertical resolution for movie images. Watching > For best picture > Option Settings ●● This function is available for interlaced signals (except in Network services or when Game Mode is set to On).
3D-COMB (On / Off) Makes still or slow moving pictures more vivid. Watching > For best picture > Option Settings ●● For PAL / NTSC signal reception in TV mode or from composite connection Screen Settings 16:9 Overscan (On / Off) Selects the screen area displaying the image for 16:9 aspect. Watching > For best picture > Screen Settings ●● Not valid in Network services H-Size (H-Size1 / H-Size2) Switches the horizontal display range to reduce noise on the side edge of the image.
3D Settings 3D Detection (On (Advance) / On / Off) Selects whether to switch to the 3D mode automatically or not. Watching > 3D > 3D Settings 3D Signal Message (On / Off) Selects whether to give a notification message when a signal of 3D format is found or not. Watching > 3D > 3D Settings ●● Not valid when 3D Detection is set to On (Advance) ●● For DVB, Component and HDMI input 3D Refresh Rate (Auto / 100Hz / 120Hz) Reduces juddering and flicker noises of the 3D images when using the 3D Eyewear.
Edge Smoother (On / Off) Set to On if you feel the contoured parts of an image are not smooth enough (except in 2D→3D mode). Watching > 3D > 3D Settings Safety Precautions Displays the precautions for viewing 3D images. Watching > 3D > 3D Settings Copy Adjustment Copies the selected True Cinema or Custom settings to those of the other input. Watching > For best picture > Copy Adjustment Reset to Defaults Resets the current Picture Viewing Mode to the default settings.
Sound Mode Selects your favourite sound mode for each input. (Standard / Music / Ambience / User) Watching > For best audio > Sound mode Basic settings Bass Adjusts level to enhance or minimise lower, deeper sound output. Watching > For best audio > Basic settings Treble Adjusts level to enhance or minimise sharper, higher sound output. Watching > For best audio > Basic settings Equaliser Adjusts the frequency level to suit your favourite sound quality.
Volume settings Speaker Setting (TV Speaker / Headphones / Off) Selects the sound output to adjust volume. Set to Off when using the external speakers. Watching > For best audio > Volume settings Headphone Volume Adjusts the volume of headphones. Watching > For best audio > Volume settings Auto Gain Control (On / Off) Automatically regulates large sound level differences between channels and inputs.
Voice Guidance Settings Voice Guidance (On / Off) Set to On to enable voice guidance of the basic features (on-screen messages, etc.) for visually impaired users. Watching > For best audio > Voice Guidance Settings Speed (Fast / Normal / Slow) Selects the readout speed for the voice guidance. Watching > For best audio > Voice Guidance Settings Volume (Max / Mid / Min) Selects the volume for the voice guidance.
Audio Description Preferred Audio Type (Standard / Audio Description) Narration settings for visually impaired users Watching > For best audio > Audio Description ●● For DVB Volume Adjusts the volume for Audio Description. Watching > For best audio > Audio Description ●● For DVB Speakers (Mix / Standard) Set to Mix to activate the description sound track from TV speakers.
Advanced settings NICAM (On / Off) Near Instantaneous Companded Audio Multiplex Reproduces NICAM stereo sound. Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings ●● For Analogue Audio Preference (Multichannel / Stereo / MPEG) Selects the initial setting for audio tracks. Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings ●● For digital ●● Ireland only SPDIF Selection (Auto / PCM) Selects the initial setting for digital audio output signal from DIGITAL AUDIO and HDMI2 (ARC function) terminals.
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 > Network settings > Network Connection Network Status Displays and checks the network status (MAC Address, current network settings, etc.). Network > Network settings > Network Status my Home Cloud Settings Notices Displays the terms of service. Network > Network settings > my Home Cloud Settings VIERA Name Sets your favourite name for this TV.
Other settings Software Update Checks for available software updates from the Panasonic website. Network > Network settings > Software Update New Software Message (On / Off) Selects whether to give a notification message when new software is found via network or not.
Timer Off Timer Sets the duration of time until the TV automatically goes into Standby mode. (90 / 75 / 60 / 45 / 30 / 15 / Off (minutes)) Watching > Basic > Off Timer Time Zone Adjusts the time data. Watching > Basic > Adjusting time ●● Ireland only Auto Standby Automatically turns the TV to Standby mode for energy saving when no operation is performed for 4 hours.
Setup Eco Navigation Automatically sets the TV to the most suitable energy-saving mode. Watching > Basic > Energy saving functions Voice Control Settings Settings for Voice Control function Functions > Voice Control > Preparations User Settings Settings for user profile. Functions > User profile > Settings TV Guide Settings TV Guide View (Normal / Full / Info) Changes the layout of TV Guide. Watching > TV Guide > Using TV Guide USB Device Setup Safely removes USB device.
Bluetooth Setup Settings for the specific devices supporting Bluetooth wireless technology Functions > Bluetooth devices > Bluetooth Setup Child Lock Applies access control for channels or inputs to prevent unwanted access. Functions > Child Lock > Using Child Lock Tuning Menu Favourites Edit Creates a list of favourite channels. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Favourites Edit ●● Not valid in Analogue Channel List Skips unwanted channels or edits channels.
New Channel Message (On / Off) Selects whether to give a notification message when a new channel is found or not. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > New Channel Message ●● For DVB Signal Condition Checks the signal condition. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Signal Condition ●● Not valid in Analogue = Note = ●● The settings in Tuning Menu are applicable only for the selected TV mode. The menu name varies depending on the TV mode.
Preferred Subtitles (English / Welsh / Gaelic / Irish) Selects the preferred language for digital channel subtitles (depending on the broadcaster). Watching > Basic > Language ●● UK only Preferred Teletext Selects the preferred language for digital channel teletext service (depending on the broadcaster). Watching > Basic > Language ●● Ireland only Display Settings OSD Colour (Jet black / Pale grey / Organic brown / Sand beige) Selects the preferred colour type of on-screen displays.
Input Labels Accesses the input labels list to select the label of each input mode or set to skip unconnected one for easier identification and selection in Input Selection or banner. Watching > External equipment > Watching external input Banner Display Timeout (10 / 9 / 8 / 7 / 6 / 5 / 4 / 3 / 2 / 1 / 0 (No display) (seconds)) Sets how long the information banner stays on screen. Watching > Basic > Information banner Smart Banner (On / Off) Displays the introduction banner for the internet service.
VIERA Link Settings VIERA Link (On / Off) Sets to use VIERA Link functions. Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Preparations Power on Link (On / Off) Sets to use Power on Link functions. Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Power on Link Power off Link (On / Off) Sets to use Power off Link functions. Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Power off Link Standby Power Save (On / Off) Controls the connected equipment to reduce power consumption in Standby.
System Menu Keyboard Layout Selects the language that your USB or Bluetooth 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.
Other Settings Power on Channel List (All Channel List / Last) Automatically selects all channels or favourites list in the information banner when the TV is turned on. Watching > Basic > Selecting channel ●● Not valid in Analogue USB Charge in Standby (On / Off) Enables charging from the USB port in Standby mode. Watching > 3D > Viewing 3D ●● Available for charging the rechargeable 3D Eyewear (optional accessory) ●● This function is available when in Standby mode.
Support FAQs Picture Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. Auto aspect ●● Auto aspect is designed to provide you with the best ratio to fill the screen. Watching > For best picture > Aspect Control Signal ●● Press ASPECT if you want to change the aspect ratio manually.
No image can be displayed ●● Check the correct input mode is selected. ●● Check the setting of AV2 (COMPONENT / VIDEO) in Input Selection to match the output of the external equipment. Watching > External equipment ●● Is Contrast, Brightness or Colour in the Picture Menu set to the minimum? Watching > For best picture > Basic settings ●● Check all required cables and connections are firmly in place. Blurry or distorted image (no sound or low volume) ●● Reset channels.
Digital TV Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. Block noise, frozen or disappearing image occurs / Some channels cannot be tuned ●● Check the position, direction and connection of the aerial. ●● Check Signal Condition. If the level of Signal Quality is low, the DVB signal is weak.
Analogue TV Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. White spots or shadow image (ghosting) occurs / Some channels cannot be tuned ●● Check the position, direction and connection of the aerial. ●● Weather conditions will affect signal reception (heavy rain, snow, etc.), in particular in poor reception areas.
Sound Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. No sound is produced ●● Is “Sound mute” active? Press MUTE to switch sound mute on or off. ●● Is the volume set to the minimum? ●● Check connections and setting of external equipment. Watching > External equipment ●● Ensure that Speaker Selection is set to TV.
3D 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 view 3D images Cannot register a 3D Eyewear to the TV ●● Has the 3D Eyewear been switched on and set to 3D mode? ●● Is the battery installed correctly? Watching > 3D > 3D Eyewear - Replacing battery ●● Check the remaining battery level of the 3D Eyewear.
There is something wrong with the 3D images ●● Check the setting of L/R Picture Swap or Edge Smoother. Watching > 3D > 3D Settings The indicator lamp does not light up when pressing Power button on the 3D Eyewear ●● The battery may be running low or flat. Replace it with a new one. Watching > 3D > 3D Eyewear - Replacing battery HDMI Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem.
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.
Touch Pad Controller does not work or cannot be registered ●● Are the batteries installed correctly? ●● The batteries may be running low. Replace them with new ones. ●● Register again. Functions > Touch Pad Controller > Settings ●● Use Touch Pad Controller within approx. 3.2 m from the TV. (The range may be shortened depending on the obstacles between the TV and the controller, or the surrounding environment.
Maintenance Care and Cleaning First, remove the mains plug from the socket outlet. ■■Display panel, Cabinet, Pedestal Regular care: Gently wipe the surfaces of the display panel, cabinet, or pedestal using a soft cloth to clean the dirt or fingerprints. For stubborn dirt: (1) First clean the dust on the surface. (2) Dampen a soft cloth with clean water or diluted neutral detergent (1 part detergent to 100 parts water). (3) Wring the cloth firmly. (Please note liquids do not enter the TV inside.
Information Using Help menu 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Help with / and press OK to access. 3. Select TV Self Test / System Information / Device Information with and press OK to access. TV Self Test Makes a diagnosis of picture or sound problems. Follow the on-screen instructions. System Information Displays the system information of this TV. Device Information Displays the device information of this TV.
Optional accessories 3D Eyewear ■■3D Eyewear ●● If you need 3D Eyewear additionally, please purchase Panasonic optional accessory. ●● Use Panasonic 3D Eyewear supporting Bluetooth wireless technology. ●● For more information: http://panasonic.net/viera/support (English only) Communication Camera ■■Communication Camera ●● TY-CC20W – This camera can be used for video communication and face recognition.
= Warning = ●● Using other wall-hanging brackets, or installing a wall-hanging bracket by yourself have the risk of personal injury and product damage. In order to maintain the unit’s performance and safety, be absolutely sure to ask your dealer or a licensed contractor to secure the wall-hanging brackets. Any damage caused by installing without a qualified installer will void your warranty.
Licence Licence Even if no special notation has been made of company or product trademarks, these trademarks have been fully respected. DVB and the DVB logos are trademarks of the DVB Project. “RealD 3D” is a trademark of RealD. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Panasonic Corporation is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. Skype is a trade mark of Skype Limited.
Speech Powered by Dragon 2002-2014 Nuance Communications, Inc. All rights reserved. Rovi and Rovi Guide are trademarks of Rovi Corporation and/or its subsidiaries. The Rovi Guide system is manufactured under license from Rovi Corporation and/or its subsidiaries. The Rovi Guide system is protected by patents and patent applications filed in the US, Europe, and other countries including one or more of the United States patents 6,396,546; 5,940,073; 6,239,794 issued to Rovi Corporation and/or its subsidiaries.
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