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Read first Before use • Licence 13 Features • 4K resolution 16 • Home Screen 17 • Info Frame 18 • TV Anywhere 19 • Freeview Play EPG 20 • Easy Mirroring 21 Home Screen Home Screen • Information 22 • How to use 24 • Pin to HOME 25 • Option menu 26 Live TV • How to use 27 • Option menu 28 Apps • How to use 29 • My App 30 • Option menu 31 Devices • How to use 32 • Option menu 33 Watching Basic • Basic connection 34 • Selecting channel 36 • Freeview Play banner (UK) 38 -2
• Information banner 40 • AV Options 43 • Subtitle 45 • Last view 46 • Off Timer 47 • Energy saving functions 48 • Adjusting time 50 • Language 51 4K resolution • 4K compatible equipment 53 • HDMI Auto Setting 54 • Valid 4K format 55 External equipment • External connection 56 • Watching external input 59 • Operating with TV’s remote control 61 • HDMI features 63 • HDMI HDR Setting 65 • Valid input signals 66 For best picture • Viewing Mode 67 • Ambient Sensor 68 • Aspect 6
• Volume settings 88 • Voice Guidance Settings 90 • Audio Description 91 • Advanced settings 92 TV Guide • Freeview Play EPG (UK) 95 • TV Guide 97 • Timer Programming 100 • Guide link programming 101 Teletext • Digital text service 102 • Viewing Teletext 103 • Teletext mode 105 • Teletext Character Set 106 Tuning and editing channels • Setting menu 107 • Channel List Editor 108 • Favourites Editor 109 • Auto Setup 111 • Channel Sorting by Region 112 • Manual Tuning 113 • Updat
Timer Programming • Setting Timer Programming 124 • Editing Timer Programming 126 • Remote recording 127 • Note 128 Technical information • USB HDD 129 Media Player Using Media Player • Information 130 • Selecting device / mode 132 • Network device 134 • Sharing file 135 Easy List View • Selecting file 136 • Filtering files 138 Mix Folder View • Selecting file 139 • Filtering files 141 • Sorting files 142 Playback • Playback 143 • Slideshow Settings 145 • Video Setup 147 •
Connected device • Device handling caution 156 • USB devices 157 Supported format • Photo format 158 • Video format 159 • Music format 162 Network Internet content • Information 163 • Selecting internet content 164 • Note 165 DLNA • In-House streaming 166 • Using DLNA 168 Network connections • Internet connection 169 • DLNA connection 170 • Note 172 Network settings • Network Connection 173 • Custom - Wireless 175 • Custom - Wired 178 • Custom - Wireless Access Point 180 • Ne
• Control4 Settings 191 • Software Update 192 • New Software Message 193 Photos • Selecting file 194 • Viewing photo 195 • Using Slideshow 196 Videos • Selecting file 197 • Watching video 198 • Video Setup 200 • Audio output settings 202 Music • Selecting file 203 • Playing music 204 • Music Setup 205 Supported format • Photo format 206 • Video format 207 • Music format 210 Functions Info Frame • Information 211 • How to use 212 • Settings 213 Voice Control • Informati
• TV Anywhere Settings 219 Mirroring • How to use 220 • Mirroring Settings 221 VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” • Summary of VIERA Link 222 • Preparations 227 • Easy playback 228 • Power on Link 229 • Power off Link 230 • Standby Power Save 231 • Intelligent Auto Standby 232 • VIERA Link Control 233 • Speaker Selection 235 • Note 236 Child Lock • Using Child Lock 237 • PIN number 239 • Parental Rating 240 Data Service Application • Using Data Service Application 241 • Privacy Setting 242 •
Setting characters • Using Numeric buttons 250 Keyboard • Keyboard 251 Settings Setting menu • How to use 252 Picture • Viewing Mode 254 • Basic settings 255 • Ambient Sensor 256 • Noise reduction settings 257 • Advanced Settings 258 • Option Settings 259 • Screen Settings 261 • Copy Adjustment 262 • Reset to Defaults 263 Sound • Mode 264 • Basic settings 265 • Volume settings 266 • Voice Guidance Settings 267 • Audio Description 268 • Advanced settings 269 • Reset to Defaults 270 Ne
• TV Anywhere Settings 277 • File Sharing Settings 278 • Mirroring Settings 279 • Control4 Settings 280 • Other settings 281 Timer • Off Timer 282 • Timer Programming 283 • Time Zone 284 • Auto Standby 285 • No signal Power off 286 Setup • Eco Navigation 287 • Voice Control Settings 288 • TV Guide Settings 289 • USB Device Setup 290 • Recording Setup 291 • Child Lock 292 • Tuning Menu 293 • Language 295 • Display Settings 296 • HDMI Auto Setting 298 • HDMI HDR Setting 299 • VIERA Link Settings 300 • Dat
• Digital TV 307 • Analogue TV 309 • Sound 310 • HDMI 311 • Network 312 • Other 314 • Detailed information 316 Maintenance • Care and Cleaning 317 - 11 -
How to use ■■Meaning of signs OK : Letters enclosed in brackets indicate remote control buttons. Menu : Letters in cyan indicate on-screen display items. : References in this eHELP You can jump to the page by pressing OK while the cursor is on the references. ■■Operation guide = Note = ●● Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. ●● The images shown in this eHELP are for illustrative purposes only.
Read first Before use Licence Even if no special notation has been made of company or product trademarks, these trademarks have been fully respected. DVB and the DVB logos are trademarks of the DVB Project. DLNA®, the DLNA Logo and DLNA CERTIFIED™ are trademarks, service marks, or certification marks of the Digital Living Network Alliance.
“PlayReady” is a trademark registered by Microsoft. Please be aware of the following. (a) This product contains technology subject to certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft. Use or distribution of this technology outside of this product is prohibited without the appropriate license(s) from Microsoft. (b) Content owners use Microsoft PlayReady™ content access technology to protect their intellectual property, including copyrighted content.
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Features 4K resolution You can watch content in 4K format that has twice the horizontal and vertical resolution of the 1080p signal.
Home Screen “Home Screen” is a gateway to the TV programmes, applications and connected devices. It provides you an easy way to access all the features.
Info Frame Info Frame is a convenient feature to provide you relevant information of the programme being watched, recommendations, etc. It is displayed on the edge of screen when you need it.
TV Anywhere You can watch TV and set timer event with the network equipment (smartphone, etc.) from outside the home network. ●● Due to network conditions or certain broadcaster restrictions, this function may not be available.
Freeview Play EPG Using the Freeview Play EPG enables you to select a programme easily, view programme information, etc.
Easy Mirroring You can watch and display images of other devices (smartphone, etc.) on the TV screen using a mirroring function. You can also start the mirroring function from the other devices without operating the TV.
Home Screen Home Screen Information “Home Screen” is a gateway to the TV programmes, applications and connected devices. Home Screen is displayed by pressing HOME and it provides you an easy way to access all the features as shown below (example). Home Screen Live TV – Gateway to TV programmes Home Screen > Live TV Apps – Gateway to various applications (internet content, etc.) Home Screen > Apps Devices – Gateway to connected devices (HDMI equipment, USB device, network device, etc.
= Note = ●● 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 Home Screen. You can update the software later manually.
How to use From Home Screen, you can access all the features such as TV programmes, applications and connected devices. 1. Display Home Screen with HOME. (Example) 2. Select Live TV / Apps / Devices and press OK to access. ●● To watch full-screen TV, select Live TV. (Example) ●● Also refer to on the top right of Home Screen for the operations. ■■Search You can search for content from various sources. 1. Display Home Screen with HOME. 2. Select on the top left of Home Screen and press OK to access.
Pin to HOME You can add a shortcut for a frequently used feature on Home Screen. 1. Display Home Screen with HOME. 2. Select Live TV / Apps / Devices and press OK to access. 3. Select a feature (TV programme / application / device). 4. Display the option menu with OPTION. 5. Select Pin to HOME and press OK to set. ●● To remove a shortcut from Home Screen, set Unpin from HOME.
Option menu You can customise Home Screen. 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Unpin from HOME / Move / Edit folder 3. Set the item and press OK to store. Unpin from HOME Removes a shortcut from Home Screen. Move Arranges the position of the icons. Edit folder Edits the folder for the favourite shortcut icons (TV programme / application / device) and the folder name.
Live TV How to use Live TV is a gateway to the TV programmes. 1. Display Home Screen with HOME. 2. Select Live TV. (Example) 3. Press OK to access.
Option menu 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Pin to HOME / Accessibility / AV Options 3. Set the item and press OK to store. Pin to HOME Adds a shortcut for a frequently used feature on Home Screen. Home Screen > Home Screen > Pin to HOME Accessibility Guidance settings for visually impaired users Watching > For best audio > Voice Guidance Settings AV Options Easy optional setting for viewing, sound, etc.
Apps How to use Various applications (internet content, etc.) can be accessed easily from Apps. 1. Display Home Screen with HOME. 2. Select Apps and press OK to access. (Example) ●● To exit Apps EXIT ●● To add a shortcut icon Home Screen > Home Screen > Pin to HOME 3. Select an application and press OK to access. 4. Follow the on-screen instructions. = Note = ●● A broadband network environment is required to fully use this function. ●● Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
My App You can assign your favourite application to MY APP of the TV’s remote control. After setting, you can easily start the application only by pressing MY APP. ●● Only one application can be assigned to MY APP. ■■To assign an application for the first time 1. Press MY APP to display My App. 2. Select the application to assign and press OK to set. ●● is displayed on the assigned application. ■■To change the application to assign 1. Display Home Screen with HOME. 2. Select Apps and press OK to access.
Option menu 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Pin to HOME / Move / Lock / Unlock / Uninstall / Show Info. 3. Set the item and press OK to store. Pin to HOME Adds a shortcut for a frequently used feature on Home Screen. Home Screen > Home Screen > Pin to HOME Move Arranges the position of the applications. Lock, Unlock Locks / unlocks a specific application to restrict access (if available).
Devices How to use Connected devices (HDMI equipment, USB device, network device, etc.) can be accessed easily from Devices. 1. Display Home Screen with HOME. 2. Select Devices and press OK to access. (Example) ●● To exit Devices EXIT ●● To add a shortcut icon Home Screen > Home Screen > Pin to HOME 3. Select a device and press OK to access.
Option menu 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Pin to HOME / Accessibility / Switch to Component / Switch to Video / Show Info. 3. Set the item and press OK to store. Pin to HOME Adds a shortcut for a frequently used feature on Home Screen.
Watching Basic Basic connection Please ensure that the unit is disconnected from the mains socket before attaching or disconnecting any cables. ●● External equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this TV. ●● Depending on the model, it may be necessary to remove the terminal cover / cable cover before connecting or disconnecting cables. ■■Aerial Terrestrial terminal RF cable Terrestrial aerial ●● For DVB, Analogue ■■DVD Recorder / Blu-ray Recorder, etc.
■■Satellite receiver HDMI terminal HDMI cable Satellite receiver Satellite dish / Terrestrial aerial = Note = ●● For details of VIERA Link connections Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Summary of VIERA Link ●● Please also read the manual of the equipment being connected. ●● Keep the TV away from electronic equipment (video equipment, etc.) or equipment with an infrared sensor, otherwise distortion of image / sound may occur or operation of other equipment may be affected.
Selecting channel 1. Select the mode with TV. DVB / Analogue ●● Selectable modes vary depending on the channels stored. 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 if it is not displayed. 2. Select a channel and press OK to watch while the banner is displayed.
■■To select the type of channel list ●● For DVB (Ireland only) Automatically selects all channels or favourites list in the information banner when the TV is turned on. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Other Settings > Power on Channel List and press OK to access. 3. Select All Channel List / Last and press OK to set.
Freeview Play banner (UK) Display information banner with . ●● Also appears when changing a channel. ●● For DVB (UK only) (Example) Channel position and name Programme Date / Start time / End time Current date and time Event image (when available) Features available / message meanings AD: Audio Description service available ●● This function can aid visually-impaired viewers by providing an additional audio track to describe events on screen.
●● To confirm another tuned channel / ●● To watch the channel listed in the banner OK ●● Information on the next programme ●● Extra information – Press again to hide the banner. ●● To hide the banner EXIT ●● To adjust banner timeout, set Banner Display Timeout. 1) Display the menu with MENU. 2) Select Setup > Display Settings > Banner Display Timeout and press OK to access. 3) Set the item and press OK to store.
Information banner Display information banner with . ●● Also appears when changing a channel. ●● For Analogue, DVB (Ireland only) (Example) Channel position and name Channel type (Radio, HDTV, etc.) / Encrypted channel ( ) ) / TV mode ( Programme Start time / End time (except Analogue) Channel position, etc. (Analogue) Progress time indicator of the selected programme (except Analogue) All DVB Channels / All Analogue Channels / Favourites ●● Press (blue) to switch.
Also in : Same programme available as HD broadcast (UK only) ●● To display the extra information for details STTL: Subtitle service available TEXT: Text service available Multi Audio: Multiple audio available Stereo, Mono, NICAM: Audio mode 1 – 90: Off Timer remaining time Watching > Basic > Off Timer ●● To confirm another tuned channel / ●● To watch the channel listed in the banner OK ●● Information on the next programme (DVB) ●● Extra information (DVB) – Press again to hide the banner.
●● To display the introduction banner for the internet service 1) Display the menu with MENU. 2) Select Setup > Display Settings > Smart Banner and press OK to access. 3) Select On / Off and press OK to set. ●● AD, STTL, TEXT, Multi Audio indications are displayed as available on particular programmes, but may not be available for all individual programmes being broadcast. Display the extra information to confirm availability of these functions.
AV Options Confirm or change the current status. ●● Display the full-screen TV to use this function. 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2. Select AV Options and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. 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. 4. Set the item and press OK to store.
Subtitle Language Selects the language in which subtitles should appear (if available). ●● This setting is not memorised and it returns to the default setting once you exit the current programme. ●● Not valid in Analogue Teletext Character Set Sets the teletext language font. 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 and press OK to access. 3) Select Standard / Hard of Hearing and press OK to set. – Hard of Hearing provides aids in understanding and enjoyment with digital channel subtitles (depending on the broadcaster). – Ireland only ●● Preferred Subtitles 1 / 2 in Language are given priority.
Last view Switch to a previously viewed channel or input mode easily with LAST VIEW. ●● Press again to return to the current view. = Note = ●● Switching channel may not be available depending on the condition. ●● Watching less than 10 seconds is not reflected in the previously viewed channel or input mode.
Off Timer Switch to TV Standby mode automatically after a fixed period. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Timer > Off Timer and press OK to access. 3. Select the time in 15-minute increments and press OK to set. 90 / 75 / 60 / 45 / 30 / 15 / Off (minutes) ●● To cancel, set to Off or turn the TV off. ●● The remaining time is displayed on the bottom right of the screen. ●● The remaining time will flash on the screen when less than 3 minutes.
Energy saving functions The TV can be eco-friendly using energy-saving functions. The TV goes into Standby mode in the following conditions: ●● Eco Navigation is set to Set to Eco. ●● Off Timer is active. Watching > Basic > Off Timer ●● No operation is performed for 4 hours while Auto Standby is set to On. ●● No signal is received and no operation is performed for 10 minutes while No signal Power off is set to On. = Note = ●● This function does not affect the recording. ■■Auto Standby 1.
Automatically turns the TV to Standby mode to prevent unnecessary power consumption when no signal is received and no operation is performed for 10 minutes. ●● A notification message will appear 3 minutes before going into Standby mode. ■■Eco Navigation Automatically sets the TV to the most suitable energy-saving mode. The concerned items and their current settings are displayed. Select Set to Eco to set them to the energy-saving settings at once. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.
Adjusting time Adjusts the time data. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Timer > Time Zone and press OK to access. 3. Set the item and press OK to store. ●● The time data are corrected based on GMT.
Language 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Language and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Preferred Multi Audio / Preferred Audio 1 / 2 / Preferred Subtitles 1 / 2 / Preferred Subtitles / Preferred Teletext 4. Set the item and press OK to store. Preferred Multi Audio Selects the preferred language for digital channel multi audio (depending on the broadcaster).
Preferred Teletext Selects the preferred language for digital channel teletext service (depending on the broadcaster).
4K resolution 4K compatible equipment You can watch content in 4K format that has twice the horizontal and vertical resolution of the 1080p signal. ●● For details of valid 4K format Watching > 4K resolution > Valid 4K format ●● Connect the 4K compatible equipment to HDMI terminal using a 4K compatible cable and you can watch content in 4K format. ●● Depending on the model, it may be necessary to remove the terminal cover / cable cover before connecting or disconnecting cables.
HDMI Auto Setting 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > HDMI Auto Setting and press OK to access. 3. Set the item and press OK to store. HDMI Auto Setting (Mode1 / Mode2) Reproduces the image more precisely with the expanded colour gamut when connecting the 4K compatible equipment. Select the mode depending on the equipment. Mode1: For better compatibility. Set to Mode1 when the image or sound in HDMI input is not played properly.
Valid 4K format ■■Valid 4K format (HDMI) ●● 4K UHD 3 840 × 2 160 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) – Aspect is fixed to 16:9. ●● DCI 4K 4 096 × 2 160 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) – Actual resolution is 3 840 × 2 160p. – Aspect is fixed to V Full. = Note = ●● Connect to HDMI1 or HDMI2 for the following formats. – 60p, 50p / 4:4:4, 4:2:2 ●● The above signals are reformatted for optimal viewing on your display.
External equipment External connection These diagrams show our recommendations for connection of your TV to various pieces of equipment. For other connections, consult the instructions for each piece of equipment. ●● For details of basic connection Watching > Basic > Basic connection ●● Check the terminal type and cable plugs are correct for connection. ●● External equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this TV.
■■AV devices AV (COMPONENT) terminals Component cables DVD Player, etc. AV (VIDEO) terminals Composite cables Camcorder / Game equipment ■■USB devices USB port USB cable USB HDD, etc. = Note = ●● It is recommended to connect the device to the TV’s USB port directly. ●● You cannot use two or more of the same kind of USB devices simultaneously except USB Flash Memory or USB HDD. ●● Use USB 1 or USB 2 port for connecting the USB HDD. (Refer to the terminal indication of TV set.
●● Some USB devices or USB HUB may not be used with this TV. ●● You cannot connect any devices by using USB card reader. ■■Listening with external speakers DIGITAL AUDIO Optical digital audio cable Amplifier with speaker system ●● To enjoy multi-channel sound from external equipment (e.g. Dolby Audio (Dolby Digital) 5.1ch), connect the equipment to the amplifier. For information about the connections, read the manuals of the equipment and amplifier.
Watching external input Connect the external equipment (VCR, DVD, etc.) and you can watch through the input. 1. Display the input selection menu with AV. 2. Select the input mode connected to the equipment and press OK to watch. (The selected mode is displayed on the top left of the screen.) ●● You can also select the input pressing AV. Press repeatedly until the desired input is selected. ●● You can select COMPONENT and VIDEO in AV. ●● You can label or skip each input mode.
■■Playing Time Display Set to On to display a time period of continuous use in Game Mode on the top right of the screen every 30 minutes. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Display Settings > Playing Time Display and press OK to access. 3. Select On / Off and press OK to set. ●● This function is available when Game Mode is set to On.
Operating with TV’s remote control You can operate the content in Media Player / media server, recording functions or the connected equipment with the following buttons of this TV’s remote control.
■■How to change the code Each Panasonic product has its own remote control code. Change the code according to the product for operation. 1. Press and hold Standby On / Off switch during the following operations. 2. Enter the appropriate code as follows with Numeric buttons. ●● Codes for each product and features 70: DVD Recorder, DVD Player, Blu-ray Disc Player 71: Player theatre, Blu-ray Disc theatre 72: VCR 73 (default): Using in USB HDD recording, Media Player, DLNA features or VIERA Link 3.
HDMI features HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) is the world’s first complete digital consumer AV interface complying with a non-compression standard. HDMI allows you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality sound by connecting the TV to external equipment. HDMI-compatible equipment with an HDMI or DVI output terminal, such as a DVD player, a set top box or game equipment, can be connected to the HDMI terminal using a fully wired HDMI compliant cable.
■■DVI connection If the external equipment has only a DVI output, connect to the HDMI terminal via a DVI to HDMI adaptor cable. When using the DVI to HDMI adaptor cable, connect the audio cable to the audio input terminal (use COMPONENT / VIDEO audio terminals). ●● Enquire HDMI adaptor cable at your local digital equipment retailer shop. = Note = ●● Audio settings can be made on HDMI Audio Format / HDMI Input in the Sound Menu.
HDMI HDR Setting 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > HDMI HDR Setting and press OK to access. 3. Set the item and press OK to store. HDMI HDR Setting (On / Off) Set to On when the HDR device is connected to the TV. ●● Please turn Off this function if the image looks unnatural. This may occur in some cases such as compatibility with the connected device or source images. ●● Image may disappear for a few seconds when the setting is changed.
Valid input signals ■■COMPONENT, HDMI Signal name COMPONENT HDMI 525 (480) / 60i, 60p ○ ○ 625 (576) / 50i, 50p ○ ○ 750 (720) / 60p, 50p ○ ○ 1 125 (1 080) / 60i, 50i ○ ○ 1 125 (1 080) / 60p, 50p, 24p ○ 3 840 × 2 160 / 60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p ○ 4 096 × 2 160 / 60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p ○ ○: Applicable input signal = Note = ●● Signals other than above may not be displayed properly. ●● The above signals are reformatted for optimal viewing on your display.
For best picture Viewing Mode 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture > Viewing Mode and press OK to access. 3. Select the mode and press OK to set. Viewing Mode (Dynamic / Normal / Cinema / True Cinema / Custom) Selects your favourite picture mode for each input. Dynamic: Improves contrast and sharpness for viewing in a bright room. Normal: Normal use for viewing in a normal lighting condition.
Ambient Sensor 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture > Ambient Sensor and press OK to access. 3. Select On / Off and press OK to set. Ambient Sensor (On / Off) ●● Automatic Brightness Control function Adjusts picture settings automatically depending on ambient lighting condition.
Aspect Change the aspect ratio (image size) with ASPECT. ■■To change the aspect ratio manually 1. Display Aspect Selection with ASPECT. 2. Select the mode and press OK to set. ●● You can also change the mode pressing ASPECT. (Press repeatedly until you reach the desired mode.) Auto: The best ratio is selected automatically according to the “Aspect Control Signal”. Watching > For best picture > Aspect Control Signal 16:9: Directly displays the image at 16:9 without distortion (anamorphic).
Aspect Control Signal Programmes usually contain an “Aspect Control Signal”. (Widescreen signal, Control signal through HDMI terminal) In Auto mode, aspect mode will appear in the top left of the screen if a Widescreen signal (WSS) or a Control signal through HDMI terminal is found. The aspect switches to the appropriate ratio. Watching > For best picture > Aspect ■■Available conditions ●● Terrestrial terminal (WSS only) Valid input signal format: DVB PAL I Invalid input signal format: PAL 525/60 6.
●● HDMI terminal Valid input signal format: 525 (480) / 60i, 60p 625 (576) / 50i, 50p 750 (720) / 60p, 50p 1 125 (1 080) / 60i, 50i 1 125 (1 080) / 60p, 50p, 24p 3 840 × 2 160 / 60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p 4 096 × 2 160 / 60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p ●● HDMI terminal does not receive WSS signal. = Note = ●● If the screen size looks unusual when a widescreen-recorded programme is played back on a VCR, adjust the tracking of the VCR. Read the manual of the VCR.
Basic settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Backlight / Contrast / Brightness / Colour / Tint / Sharpness / Colour Temperature / Vivid Colour / Adaptive Backlight Control / Resolution Remaster / Dynamic Range Remaster / Intelligent Frame Creation / Clear Motion 4. Set the item and press OK to store.
Intelligent Frame Creation (Max / Mid / Min / Off) Automatically compensates the picture frame rate and removes juddering movements to make the images smooth. ●● Depending on the content, images may be noisy. To prevent the noise, change the setting. ●● Not valid in the following conditions: – Game Mode is set to On. – 1080p Pixel by 4pixels is set to On. – 1080p Pure Direct is set to On. – 4K Pure Direct is set to On.
Noise reduction settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture > Noise Reduction / MPEG Remaster and press OK to access. 3. Set the item and press OK to store. Noise Reduction (Auto / Max / Mid / Min / Off) Reduces unwanted picture noise. ●● Not valid in the following conditions: – Game Mode is set to On. – 1080p Pixel by 4pixels is set to On. – 1080p Pure Direct is set to On. – 4K Pure Direct is set to On.
Advanced Settings You can adjust and set up the detailed picture settings when Viewing Mode is set to Cinema, True Cinema or Custom. The settings in True Cinema or Custom can be stored for each input. Watching > For best picture > Viewing Mode 1. Select the input mode with AV or TV. 2. Display the menu with MENU. 3. Select Picture > Viewing Mode and press OK to access. 4. Select the mode and press OK to set. Cinema / True Cinema / Custom ■■Adjust the detailed picture settings 1.
■■HDR Brightness Enhancer HDR Brightness Enhancer (On / Off) Enhances the luminance when watching HDR video in a bright environment. ■■Colour Gamut Colour Gamut (Auto / Normal / Native) Reproduces image colour precisely according to the colour gamut standards. Auto: Automatically adjusts the colour gamut according to the input signal. Normal: Displays colours according to the colour gamut. Native: Displays deep colours by expanding the colour gamut to its maximum.
Reset to Defaults Resets White Balance to the default settings. ■■Colour Management R-Hue / R-Saturation / R-Luminance Adjusts the picture hue / saturation / luminance of red areas. G-Hue / G-Saturation / G-Luminance Adjusts the picture hue / saturation / luminance of green areas. B-Hue / B-Saturation / B-Luminance Adjusts the picture hue / saturation / luminance of blue areas. More Detailed Adjustment Adjusts more detailed items for Colour Management.
■■Gamma Gamma Switches the gamma curve. ●● Please note the numerical values are reference for the adjustment. More Detailed Adjustment Adjusts more detailed items for Gamma. Input Signal Level: Adjusts the input signal level. Gain: Adjusts the gain of gamma for selected signal level. Reset to Defaults: Resets items for More Detailed Adjustment. Reset to Defaults Resets Gamma to the default settings. ■■Reset to Defaults Reset to Defaults Resets Advanced Settings to the default settings.
Option Settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture > Option Settings and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Game Mode / Film Cadence Mode / 1080p Pure Direct / 4K Pure Direct / 1080p Pixel by 4pixels / HDMI Content Type / HDMI EOTF Type / EOTF Type / HDMI RGB Range / 3D-COMB 4. Set the item and press OK to store. Game Mode (On / Off) Provides suitable images for fast response signals when playing games.
1080p Pixel by 4pixels (On / Off) Displays like pixel by pixel to make the image sharper for 1080p signal. ●● For HDMI ●● Not all image may be displayed as pixel by pixel precisely. 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.
3D-COMB (On / Off) Makes still or slow moving pictures more vivid. ●● Occasionally, while viewing still or slow moving pictures, colour patterning may be seen. Set to On to display sharper and more accurate colours.
Screen Settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture > Screen Settings and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. 16:9 Overscan / Zoom Adjustments / Screen Display 4. Set the item and press OK to store. 16:9 Overscan (On / Off) Selects the screen area displaying the image for 16:9 aspect. On: Enlarges the image to hide the edge of the image. Off: Displays the image in the original size. ●● Set to On if noise occurs on the edge of the screen.
Screen Display (On / Off) Turns the screen off when you select Off. ●● This function is effective in reducing power consumption when listening to the sound without watching the TV screen. ●● Press any buttons (except Standby On / Off switch) to turn the screen on.
Copy Adjustment Copies the picture settings of True Cinema or Custom to those of the other input mode or Viewing Mode. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture > Copy Adjustment > Destination Viewing Mode / Destination Input and press OK to access. 3. Select the destination to copy to and press OK to set. 4. Select Copy Start and press OK to copy. 5. When a confirmation screen is displayed, select Yes and press OK to set. = Note = ●● Option Settings and Screen Settings are not copied.
For best audio Sound mode 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Sound > Mode and press OK to access. 3. Select the mode and press OK to set. Mode (Standard / Music / Ambience / User) Selects your favourite sound mode for each input. Standard: Provides the suitable sound quality for all types of scenes. Music: Improves sound quality for watching music videos, etc. Ambience: Improves spatial effects and provides clear sounds.
Basic settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Sound and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Bass / Treble / Equaliser / Balance / Surround / Bass Boost 4. Set the item and press OK to store. Bass Adjusts level to enhance or minimise lower, deeper sound output. Treble Adjusts level to enhance or minimise sharper, higher sound output. Equaliser Adjusts the frequency level to suit your favourite sound quality.
Bass Boost (On / Off) Enhances the effect of bass sounds. ●● This function is effective only for the sound from TV speakers.
Volume settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Sound and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Speaker Selection / TV Speaker Setting / Headphone Volume / Auto Gain Control / Volume Correction / Clear Sound Adjustment 4. Set the item and press OK to store. Speaker Selection (TV / Home Cinema) Enables controlling the theatre speaker with this TV’s remote control by pointing at the TV’s signal receiver. TV: TV speakers are active.
Auto Gain Control (On / Off) Automatically regulates large sound level differences between channels and inputs. Volume Correction Adjusts the volume of each individual channel or input mode. Clear Sound Adjustment (On / Off) If the sound from TV speakers is unclear due to installation environment, On is recommended. ●● This function is effective only for the sound from TV speakers.
Voice Guidance Settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Sound > Voice Guidance Settings and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Voice Guidance / Speed / Volume / User Level / Web Browser 4. Set the item and press OK to store. Voice Guidance (On / Off) Set to On to enable voice guidance of the basic features (on-screen messages, etc.) for visually impaired users. Speed (Fast / Normal / Slow) Selects the readout speed for the voice guidance.
Audio Description 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Sound > Audio Description and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Preferred Audio Type / Volume / Speakers / Headphones 4. Set the item and press OK to store. ●● For DVB Preferred Audio Type (Audio Description / Standard) Narration settings for visually impaired users Set to Audio Description to activate the narration sound track when available on the broadcast.
Advanced settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Sound and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. NICAM / Audio Preference / SPDIF Selection / HDMI Audio Format / PCM Optical Level / SPDIF Delay / HDMI Input 4. Set the item and press OK to store. NICAM (On / Off) Near Instantaneous Companded Audio Multiplex Reproduces NICAM stereo sound. ●● Set to Off if reception is poor.
SPDIF Selection (Auto / PCM) Selects the initial setting for digital audio output signal from DIGITAL AUDIO and HDMI2 (ARC function) terminals. ●● SPDIF is a standard audio transfer file format. Auto: Dolby Audio (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus) and HE-AAC multichannel are output as Dolby Digital Bitstream. MPEG is output as PCM. PCM: Digital output signal is fixed to PCM. ●● ARC (Audio Return Channel) is a function of digital audio output using HDMI cable.
SPDIF Delay Adjusts the delay time of the sound output from DIGITAL AUDIO and HDMI2 (ARC function) terminals if the sound does not synchronise the image. ●● For digital ●● Ireland only HDMI Input (Digital / Analogue) Selects to fit the input signal.
TV Guide Freeview Play EPG (UK) Using the Freeview Play EPG enables you to select a programme easily, view programme information, etc. ●● For DVB (UK only) ●● A broadband network environment is required to fully use this function. Ensure the network connections and network settings are completed. Network > Network connections Network > Network settings 1. Select DVB with TV. 2. Display TV Guide with GUIDE.
●● To display the schedule information (red) ●● To jump to the currently selected channel (green) ●● To access to the Catch-Up menu (if available) (yellow) ●● To search programme (if available) (blue) ●● To view more details of the programme 1) Select the programme. 2) Press to view. – Press again to return to TV Guide. ●● To exit TV Guide EXIT = Note = ●● Be sure to update the software when a software update notice is displayed on the TV screen.
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 broadcaster). ●● Not valid in Analogue ●● Ireland only 1. Select DVB 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 and press OK to access.
Programme Channel position and name ●● To watch the programme 1) Select the current programme and press OK to access. – The current programme is displayed on the top left of the screen. 2) Select View and press OK to watch. – To use Timer Programming Watching > TV Guide > Timer Programming ●● To the previous day (red) ●● To the next day (green) ●● To search programme titles and view a list of the searched programmes (if available) 1) Display the search list with (yellow).
= Note = ●● When this TV is turned on for the first time, or the TV is switched off for more than a week, it may take some time before TV Guide is completely shown.
Timer Programming This function allows you to select programmes that you want to record to the USB HDD. 1. Display TV Guide with GUIDE. 2. Select the forthcoming programme and press OK to access. 3. Select Record and press OK to set. (UK only) ●● You can also set a timer event pressing ●● To check / change / cancel a timer event . Recording > Timer Programming > Editing Timer Programming ●● LED turns to orange in Standby mode when Timer Programming is set.
Guide link programming Guide link programming is Timer Programming which is controlled by information from the TV Guide; if programme start and end times are changed by the broadcaster, the timer event will follow the change. ●● UK only ●● is displayed on the timer event if the timer is set from the TV Guide.
Teletext Digital text service 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 broadcaster). ●● Current / sub page numbers are displayed on the top left of the screen. ●● Time / date is displayed on the top right of the screen. ●● Colour bar is displayed on the bottom of the screen. 2. Select the page with Cursor buttons, Numeric buttons or (coloured buttons). ●● To adjust contrast 1) Press MENU twice to display Contrast. 2) Adjust and press OK to set.
■■Store frequently viewed pages in the colour bar (List mode) 1. Press (coloured buttons) while the page is displayed. 2. Press and hold OK. ●● The stored page number changes to white. ●● If you use subtitles, do not change number on ●● To change stored pages 1) Press (blue). (coloured buttons) to change. 2) Enter a new page number with Numeric buttons. 3) Press and hold OK. ■■View sub page The number of sub pages is displayed on the top of the screen. Press to view sub page.
Teletext mode Teletext services are the text information provided by the broadcaster. ●● The features may vary depending on the broadcaster. ●● The availability of teletext services for a programme is indicated by TEXT in the information banner. (Ireland only) 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Display Settings > Teletext and press OK to access. 3. Select FASTEXT / List and press OK to set.
Teletext Character Set Selects teletext language font. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Display Settings > Teletext Character Set and press OK to access. 3. Select the font and press OK to set. West: English, French, German, Greek, Italian, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish, etc. East1: Czech, English, Estonian, Lettish, Rumanian, Russian, Ukrainian, etc. East2: Czech, Hungarian, Lettish, Polish, Rumanian, etc.
Tuning and editing channels Setting menu You can retune channels, edit channel lists, create your favourite channel lists, etc. 1. Select the mode with TV. DVB / Analogue 2. Display the menu with MENU. 3. Select Setup > Tuning Menu and press OK to access. DVB Tuning Menu / Analogue Tuning Menu ●● The menu name varies depending on the TV mode. 4. Select one of the functions and press OK to access.
Channel List Editor ■■Skip unwanted channels You can hide (skip) unwanted channels. The hidden channels cannot be displayed except in this function. 1. Select Channel List and press OK to access. 2. Select a channel. 3. Press OK to set Reveal / Hide (skip). : Reveal : Hide (skip) ●● To reveal all channels (if available) (yellow) ■■Edit DVB / Analogue Channels ●● To swap the channel position number (logical channel number) 1) Press (green) to edit.
Favourites Editor ■■List favourite DVB channels Create your favourite channel lists from various broadcasters (up to 4: Favourites 1 to 4). The favourites lists are available for switching in the information banner and the TV Guide screen. (Ireland only) Watching > Basic > Information banner Watching > TV Guide > TV Guide 1. Select Favourites Editor and press OK to access. 2. Select a channel to list from all DVB channels. ●● ●● appears when the channel is encrypted.
●● To delete the channel 1) Select the channel. 2) Press OK to delete. – Press ●● (yellow) to delete all channels. To name the favourites 1) Press (red). 2) Enter characters (maximum 10 characters) with Cursor buttons or Numeric buttons, and press OK to set. 3) Press BACK/RETURN to store. = Note = ●● Channel position numbers (known as logical channel numbers) can be swapped in Channel List.
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. ●● Child Lock PIN number is required to retune locked channels. Functions > Child Lock > PIN number ●● If tuning has not been done completely, set Manual Tuning. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Manual Tuning ■■DVB, Analogue 1. Select Auto Setup and press OK to access. 2.
Channel Sorting by Region You can sort DVB channels so that those with the best signal quality, or those for your preferred region, appear nearer the top of your channel list. (UK only) 1. Select the region and press OK to access. 2. Select repeatedly until you reach the available region. ●● Normally, you should select Best signal quality (All Regions). ●● If you choose to select your preferred region, you could find channels with a weaker signal appear nearer the top of your channel list.
Manual Tuning ●● 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 are added to Channel List Editor. ■■DVB (UK only) 1. Select Frequency. 2. Press OK to search. ●● All channels found are added to Channel List. ■■DVB (Ireland only) 1. Select a channel and adjust frequency for each 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 Channel List Editor, Favourites Editor, Child Lock, etc. ●● Depending on the signal condition, the update may not work properly.
Signal Condition Selects a channel and checks the signal condition with indicators. ●● A good Signal Strength is not an indication of suitable signal reception. ●● Vertical lines show the maximum signal value of the selected channel.
Other settings New Channel Message Selects whether to give a notification message when a new DVB channel is found or not. ●● When a notification message appears, you can perform Update Channel List pressing OK. Add TV Signal Adds the TV mode. ●● Allows you to add any TV mode which was skipped during initial Auto Setup.
Recording USB HDD setup Preparations You can record the digital TV programmes to the connected USB HDD and enjoy playing back in various ways. ●● Prepare the USB HDD for the exclusive use of recording with this TV. ●● Depending on the model, it may be necessary to remove the terminal cover / cable cover before connecting or disconnecting cables. ●● Connect the USB HDD to the USB 1 or USB 2 port with the USB cable. (Refer to the terminal indication of TV set.
●● To use the USB HDD with your PC after recording with this TV, format it again on your PC. (Special operations or tools may be necessary to format on your PC. For details, read the manual of the USB HDD.) ●● The data recorded on the USB HDD with this TV can only be played back on this TV. You cannot play back its content with another TV (including the TV of the same model number) or any equipment.
Setting for USB HDD Format and set up the USB HDD with this TV in order to use it for recording. All the USB devices recognised as a mass storage device are listed. ●● Please note that USB HDD will be formatted and all data in it will be erased after this setup. ●● Before setting, connect the USB HDD and be sure to turn on the USB HDD. Recording > USB HDD setup > Preparations 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > USB Device Setup and press OK to access. 3.
●● Mode of the USB HDD : The USB HDD is available for recording / playing back. Only one USB HDD on the list is available for recording. : The USB HDD is available for playing back. ●● To change the mode OK ●● To edit USB HDD name (green) ●● To format (red) ●● To remove the USB HDD safely from the TV (yellow) = Note = ●● You can only select one USB HDD for recording at a time. ●● You cannot change the settings for the USB HDD while recording is in progress.
Recording current programme One Touch Recording Records the current programme to the USB HDD immediately. ●● Confirm the remote control code is “73”. Watching > External equipment > Operating with TV’s remote control 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Recording Setup > One Touch Recording and press OK to access. 3. Select the maximum recording time 30 / 60 / 90 / 120 / 180 (minutes) and press OK to set. ■■To start One Touch Recording Press ●● to start.
Rewind LIVE TV Records the current programme to the USB HDD constantly within the maximum recordable time. ●● Confirm the remote control code is “73”. Watching > External equipment > Operating with TV’s remote control 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Recording Setup > Rewind LIVE TV and press OK to access. 3. Select Auto to start Rewind LIVE TV. ●● When you select Auto, recording will start automatically.
■■To stop Rewind LIVE TV 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Recording Setup > Rewind LIVE TV and press OK to access. 3. Select Off to stop Rewind LIVE TV. ●● If you stop Rewind LIVE TV, the recorded content for Rewind LIVE TV will be deleted.
Timer Programming Setting Timer Programming This function allows you to select programmes that you want to record to the USB HDD. ●● Not valid in Analogue 1. Select DVB with TV. 2. Display the menu with MENU. 3. Select Timer > Timer Programming and press OK to access. 4. Press OK to start making the settings. USB HDD Rec.: Records the programme to the USB HDD. 5. Select and set the item (channel, date, start time, end time). ●● and can also be entered with Numeric buttons.
(Example) !: Overlapped timer events Function (USB HDD Rec.) TV mode ●● For UK ●● For Ireland D: DVB : DVB – You cannot change the mode within the menu. Channel position, channel name, etc.
Editing Timer Programming 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Timer > Timer Programming and press OK to access. 3. Select the event. ●● To change a timer event OK – Correct as necessary. Recording > Timer Programming > Setting Timer Programming ●● To delete a timer event 1) Press (red). 2) Press OK to delete. ■■To play back or delete the recorded content Recorded TV programmes can be played back in Media Player. 1. Display Home Screen with HOME. 2. Select Devices and press OK to access. 3.
Remote recording You can set timer programming with the network equipment (smartphone, etc.) from outside the home network using TV Anywhere function. ●● Ensure the network connections and network settings are completed. Network > Network connections Network > Network settings ●● Set TV Anywhere to On to use this function. Functions > TV Anywhere ●● To use TV Anywhere function, you need to install the application for controlling VIERA on your smartphone.
Note ●● TV Guide may also be used to set timer event. Watching > TV Guide > Timer Programming ●● Timer Programming can store up to 15 events. ●● Timer Programming only works reliably if correct time information is received via the signal from the broadcaster or service provider. ●● For recording using Timer Programming, the TV must be either on or in Standby. ●● No other channels can be selected while recording of Timer Programming is in progress.
Technical information USB HDD ■■USB HDD (for recording the digital TV programmes with this TV) ●● The capacity of USB HDD that works with this TV is from 160 GB to 6 TB. ●● Connect the USB HDD to the mains socket to record and play back properly with this TV. ●● Use the USB HDD formatted with this TV. Recording > USB HDD setup > Setting for USB HDD ●● Regarding performance, not all USB HDDs are guaranteed. = Note = ●● Data modified with a PC may not be displayed.
Media Player Using Media Player Information Media Player allows you to enjoy photo, video or music recorded on the USB Flash Memory / USB HDD / network device, and content recorded with this TV to the formatted USB HDD. (Example) Easy List View: Still pictures / moving pictures recorded with digital camera or digital video camera are played back. Mix Folder View: All files grouped by folder are displayed.
■■To insert or remove the USB Flash Memory ●● Depending on the model, it may be necessary to remove the terminal cover / cable cover before inserting or removing the USB Flash Memory. Ensure alignment is straight and complete when inserting or removing. ●● To remove the USB Flash Memory safely from the TV, perform Safely remove USB in USB Device Setup. 1) Display the menu with MENU. 2) Select Setup > USB Device Setup and press OK to access. 3) Select the device and press (yellow) to set.
Selecting device / mode 1. Insert the USB Flash Memory to the TV. Media Player > Using Media Player > Information ●● To play back content in the USB HDD, ensure the connection and settings are completed. Recording > USB HDD setup ●● To play back content in the network device, ensure the connection and settings are completed. Media Player > Using Media Player > Network device 2. Display Home Screen with HOME. 3. Select Devices and press OK to access. 4.
●● You can use the following buttons during playback. Confirm the remote control code is “73”.
Network device You can enjoy photo, video or music stored in the network devices. ●● To enable this function, connect this TV to your home network. Network > Network connections Network > Network settings ■■How to set User / Password 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > File Sharing Settings > Network Device List and press OK to access. 3. Select the network device and press OK to access. 4. Enter User / Password with Cursor buttons or Numeric buttons, and press OK to set.
Sharing file You can share the files between PC and devices connected to this TV. ●● To enable this function, connect this TV to your home network. Network > Network connections Network > Network settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > File Sharing Settings > File Sharing Server and press OK to access. 3. Select On and press OK to set. 4. Operate your PC to share the files. ●● This function is not available when the TV is turned off with Mains Power On / Off switch.
Easy List View Selecting file Still pictures / moving pictures recorded with digital camera or digital video camera are played back. Select the file in the thumbnail view and press OK to start playback. ●● If a file or folder is edited or renamed by digital camera, digital video camera, PC, etc., the thumbnail may not be displayed properly. : Error display ●● To sort by month 1) Display the option menu with OPTION. 2) Select Calendar and press OK to access.
Repeat (Folder / File Repeat / Off) Playback repeat Folder: Playback repeat within the selected folder File Repeat: Playback repeat of the selected one file Shuffle (On / Off) Files are played back at random.
Filtering files You can filter the files as the content type. (Photo / Video) 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2. Select Filter and press OK to access. 3. Select Photo / Video and press OK to set. 4. Select OK and press OK to change.
Mix Folder View Selecting file Displays the thumbnail of all files which are grouped by folder. Select the folder / file and press OK to start playback. : Error display ●● 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. 1) Display the option menu with OPTION. 2) Select and press OK to access. 3) Select Video Setup > Video Preview and press OK to access. 4) Select On / Off and press OK to set.
■■Settings 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2. Select and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Play Select / Repeat / Shuffle 4. Set the item and press OK to store. Play Select Settings for playback file selection Repeat (Folder / File Repeat / Off) Playback repeat Folder: Playback repeat within the selected folder File Repeat: Playback repeat of the selected one file Shuffle (On / Off) Files are played back at random.
Filtering files You can filter the files as the content type. (Photo / Video / Music) 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2. Select Filter and press OK to access. 3. Select Photo / Video / Music and press OK to set. 4. Select OK and press OK to change.
Sorting files You can sort the files in alphabetical / date order. 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2. Select Sort and press OK to access. 3. Select Alphabet(A...Z) / Alphabet(Z...A) / Date(1...9) / Date(9...1) and press OK to change.
Playback Playback ■■Photo playback : To the previous photo : To the next photo : Stop OK : Switch the playback mode (Single view / Slideshow). (blue) : Rotate : Display / hide the operation guide. BACK/RETURN : Return to thumbnail.
■■Video / Music 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. (red) : To the previous title / scene / track (green) : To the next title / scene / track : Display / hide the operation guide. BACK/RETURN : Return to thumbnail.
Slideshow Settings Set up the settings for Photo mode. 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2. Select Slideshow Settings with OK. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Aspect / Interval / Back Ground Music 4. Set the item and press OK to store. Aspect (Original / Zoom) Selects enlarged or normal viewing. ●● Depending on the photo size, the photo may not be fully enlarged to fill the screen (e.g. portrait style picture). Interval (Long / Normal / Short) Selects slideshow interval.
●● To register music 1) Select the music file and press OK to access. ●● Depending on the condition of the device, select folders until you reach the desired music file. 2) Select File / Folder and press OK to set. File: The selected music file is registered. Folder: All the music files in the folder which contains the selected music file are registered. = Note = ●● Picture quality may be degraded depending on the slideshow setting. ●● Picture setting may not work depending on the slideshow setting.
Video Setup Set up the settings for Video mode. 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2. Select Video Setup with OK. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Multi Audio / Dual Mono Audio / Subtitle Settings ●● Menu items and selectable options vary depending on the content. 4. Set the item and press OK to store. Multi Audio, Dual Mono Audio Selects for selectable sound tracks (if available). ●● It may take several seconds to change the sound.
Audio output settings You can enjoy the multi-channel sound via an amplifier connected to DIGITAL AUDIO or HDMI2 (ARC function) terminal. ●● To confirm or change the current sound status Media Player > Playback > Video Setup 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Sound > SPDIF Selection and press OK to access. 3. Select Auto / PCM and press OK to set. SPDIF Selection (Auto / PCM) Selects the initial setting for digital audio output signal from DIGITAL AUDIO and HDMI2 (ARC function) terminals.
Recorded TV mode Selecting content ●● For exclusive USB HDD ●● To play back content in the USB HDD, ensure the connection and settings are completed. Recording > USB HDD setup 1. Content list of the selected device is displayed in Recorded TV mode. ●● Remaining capacity of the selected device is displayed on the top right. (This value may not be accurate depending on the condition.) ●● Content list is displayed as All or Not Viewed. All: All the recorded TV programmes are listed.
Watching recorded TV ■■Playback ●● To operate playback : Manual skip – Press to skip forward approx. 30 seconds. – Press and hold to skip backward approx. 15 seconds. : Rewind : Fast forward : Stop OK : Pause (displays the time seek bar) / Playback ●● To jump to the specified time point 1) Display the time seek bar with OK. 2) While the time seek bar is displayed Press / : Search approx. 10 seconds Press and hold / : Search rapidly 3) Jump to the specified time point with OK.
●● To confirm or change the current status (if available) Watching > Basic > AV Options ●● To return to list BACK/RETURN - 151 -
Grouping content 1. Select the content to edit and press (blue) to tick in the content list. 2. Display the option menu with OPTION. 3. Select Create Group / Release Group / Exclude from Group / Change Protect Status and press OK to set. Create Group: Create a group of content. Select and tick all the desired content, and then select Create Group. Release Group: Select the created group to release, and then select Release Group. (To release several groups at once, tick all the desired groups.
Deleting content 1. Select the content to edit and press 2. Delete the content with (blue) to tick in the content list. (red). 3. When a confirmation screen is displayed, select Yes and press OK to set.
Chapter List You can start playback from the chapter list you select. 1. Display the chapter list with (yellow). 2. Select the chapter and press OK to start playback. = Note = ●● The chapter list is not displayed while the selected content is being recorded. ●● Depending on the recorded programmes, some playback operations may not work properly.
Audio output settings You can enjoy the multi-channel sound via an amplifier connected to DIGITAL AUDIO or HDMI2 (ARC function) terminal. ●● To confirm or change the current sound status Media Player > Playback > Video Setup 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Sound > SPDIF Selection and press OK to access. 3. Select Auto / PCM and press OK to set. SPDIF Selection (Auto / PCM) Selects the initial setting for digital audio output signal from DIGITAL AUDIO and HDMI2 (ARC function) terminals.
Connected device Device handling caution ●● Data modified with a PC may not be displayed. ●● Do not remove the device while the TV is accessing data. Otherwise this can damage the device or TV. ●● Do not touch the pins on the device. ●● Do not subject the device to a high pressure or impact. ●● Insert the device in the correct direction. Otherwise this can damage the device or TV. ●● Electrical interference, static electricity, or erroneous operation may damage the data or device.
USB devices ●● It is recommended to connect the device to the TV’s USB port directly. ●● Some USB devices or USB HUB may not be used with this TV. ●● You cannot connect any devices using a USB card reader. ■■USB Flash Memory USB Flash Memory format: FAT16, FAT32 or exFAT ●● USB HDDs formatted on a PC are not guaranteed to work in Media Player. ■■USB HDD ●● The capacity of USB HDD that works with this TV is from 160 GB to 6 TB.
Supported format Photo format ■■Supported Photo formats ●● JPEG (.jpg, .jpeg) Sub-sampling: 4:4:4, 4:2:2, 4:2:0 Image resolution (pixel): 8 × 8 to 30 719 × 17 279 ●● DCF and EXIF standards ●● Progressive JPEG is not supported. = Note = ●● Some files may not be played back even if they fulfil these conditions. ●● Some files may not be played back correctly depending on the resolution, etc. ●● Do not use multi-byte characters or other special codes for file names.
Video format ■■Supported Video formats ●● AVI (.avi) Video codec: H.264, MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4, VC-1, WMV9 Audio codec: AAC, ADPCM, Dolby Audio (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus), HE-AAC, LPCM, MP3, WMA, WMA Pro ●● MP4 (.f4v, .m4v, .mp4) Video codec: H.264, H.265 (HEVC), MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4 Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Audio (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus), HE-AAC, MP3 ●● This TV supports this container recorded with Panasonic products. For details, read the manual of the products. ●● MKV (.
●● FLV (.flv) Video codec: H.264 Audio codec: AAC, MP3 ●● 3GPP (.3gp, .3g2) Video codec: H.264, MPEG4 Audio codec: AAC, HE-AAC ●● PS (.mod, .mpg, .mpeg, .vob, .vro) Video codec: H.264, MPEG1, MPEG2, VC-1 Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Audio (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus), HE-AAC, LPCM, MP3 ●● TS (.mts, .m2ts, .tp, .trp, .ts, .tts) Video codec: H.264, H.265 (HEVC), MPEG1, MPEG2, VC-1 Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Audio (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus), HE-AAC, MP3 ●● WebM (.
■■Supported Subtitles formats ●● MicroDVD, SubRip, TMPlayer (.srt, .sub, .txt) ●● The video file and subtitles text file are inside the same folder, and the file names are the same except for the file extensions. ●● If there are more than one subtitles text files inside the same folder, they are displayed in the following order of priority: “.srt”, “.sub”, “.txt”. = Note = ●● Some files may not be played back even if they fulfil these conditions.
Music format ■■Supported Music formats ●● MP3 (.mp3) ●● AAC / Apple Lossless (.m4a) ●● Copy-protected files cannot be played back. ●● FLAC (.flac) ●● WMA / WMA Pro (.wma) ●● Copy-protected files cannot be played back. ●● LPCM (.wav) = Note = ●● Some files may not be played back even if they fulfil these conditions. ●● Do not use multi-byte characters or other special codes for file names. ●● Connected devices may become unusable with this TV if the file or folder names are changed.
Network Internet content Information You can access some specific websites supported by Panasonic, and enjoy internet content such as videos, games, communication tools, etc. from Apps. (Example) ●● A broadband network environment is required to use this function. Ensure the network connections and network settings are completed.
Selecting internet content 1. Display Apps with APPS. ●● For details of Apps Home Screen > Apps ●● Depending on the usage conditions, it may take a while to read all the data. 2. Select the desired item and press OK to access. (Example) ●● To exit Apps EXIT ●● You can connect a keyboard for character input in the applications. You can also use the keyboard for TV operation.
Note ●● If you cannot access the internet content, check the network connections and settings. Network > Network connections Network > Network settings ●● Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. ●● Not all the features of the websites are available. ●● Be sure to update the software when a software update notice is displayed on the TV screen. If the software is not updated, you may not be able to use Apps. You can update the software later manually.
DLNA In-House streaming This TV is a DLNA Certified™ product. DLNA® (Digital Living Network Alliance) is a standard that makes DLNA Certified digital electronics easier and more convenient to use on a home network. To learn more, visit www.dlna.org. ●● To enable this function, connect this TV to your home network.
■■Sharing the content of this TV with another piece of network equipment You can enjoy the content of this TV with another network equipment connected to your home network. Available content: ●● Photo, video or music content of this TV ●● Current digital TV programme ●● TV programmes recorded on USB HDDs with this TV Available network equipment: ●● ●● DLNA Certified VIERA ●● Smartphone, etc.
Using DLNA To use DLNA® features, ensure the preparations of the media server, network connections and network settings are completed. Network > DLNA > In-House streaming Network > Network connections Network > Network settings 1. Display Home Screen with HOME. 2. Select Devices and press OK to access. 3. Select the media server and press OK to access. ●● To display / hide information of the highlighted media server 1) Display the option menu with OPTION. 2) Select Show Info. and press OK to access. 4.
Network connections Internet connection A broadband network environment is required to use internet services. ●● Depending on the model, it may be necessary to remove the terminal cover / cable cover before connecting or disconnecting the LAN cable. ●● 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.
DLNA connection To use DLNA features, you need a home network environment and you can operate the features without a broadband network environment. ●● A broadband network environment is required to use internet services. Network > Network connections > Internet connection ●● Depending on the model, it may be necessary to remove the terminal cover / cable cover before connecting or disconnecting the LAN cable.
■■Wired connection (For DLNA and internet service) ETHERNET terminal LAN cable (Shielded) ●● Use Shielded Twist Pair (STP) LAN cable. Hub / Router Internet environment DLNA Certified media server (PC, etc.) ■■Wireless connection (For DLNA) TV ●● To use the TV as a wireless access point Network > Network settings > Custom - Wireless Access Point DLNA Certified media server (PC, etc.) Smartphone, etc.
Note ●● Ensure to use a LAN straight cable. ●● Set up and connect equipment required for the network environment. You cannot make such settings on this TV. Read the manual of the equipment. ●● If your modem has no broadband router functions, use a broadband router. ●● If your modem has broadband router functions but there are no vacant ports, use a hub. ●● Ensure that the broadband routers and hubs are compatible with 10BASE-T / 100BASE-TX.
Network settings Network Connection Ensure the connections are completed before starting network setup. Network > Network connections ■■Quick setup - Wireless 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > Network Connection and press OK to access. ●● Confirm the encryption key, settings and position of your access point before starting setup. For details, read the manual of the access point. 3. Select Quick setup and press OK to access.
■■Quick setup - Wired 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > Network Connection and press OK to access. 3. Select Quick setup and press OK to access. 4. Automatically setup is done and Network Status is displayed. Network > Network settings > Network Status 5. Select Exit and press OK to set. ●● To set manually Network > Network settings > Custom - Wired = Note = ●● To deactivate wireless, set Easy Mirroring to Off and confirm the network connection type is set to Wired.
Custom - Wireless Ensure the connections are completed before starting network setup. Network > Network connections 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > Network Connection > Custom > Wireless and press OK to access. ●● Confirm the encryption key, settings and position of your access point before starting setup. For details, read the manual of the access point. 3. Select your desired access point and press OK to access. ●● Available Wireless Networks are displayed automatically.
4. Enter the encryption key of the access point and press OK to set. ●● You can set characters using Numeric buttons. ●● Press BACK/RETURN to store. 5. IP/DNS Settings is displayed. Acquire IP Address / Acquire DNS Address ●● Auto is recommended. ●● Available settings are displayed automatically. ●● To set manually, select and set IP Address / Subnet Mask / Default Gateway / DNS Address. Proxy Settings ●● It is not required for normal household use.
6. Select Network Status and press OK to access. Network > Network settings > Network Status 7. Select Exit and press OK to set.
Custom - Wired Ensure the connections are completed before starting network setup. Network > Network connections 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > Network Connection > Custom > Wired and press OK to access. 3. IP/DNS Settings is displayed. Acquire IP Address / Acquire DNS Address ●● Auto is recommended. ●● Available settings are displayed automatically. ●● To set manually, select and set IP Address / Subnet Mask / Default Gateway / DNS Address.
4. Select Network Status and press OK to access. Network > Network settings > Network Status 5. Select Exit and press OK to set. = Note = ●● To deactivate wireless, set Easy Mirroring to Off and confirm the network connection type is set to Wired.
Custom - Wireless Access Point You can use the TV as a wireless access point and connect the network equipment without an access point. ●● Confirm the PIN code, network settings of the equipment before starting setup. For details, read the manual of the equipment. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > Network Connection > Custom > Wireless Access Point and press OK to access. 3. Select Connect to device in WPS and press OK to access. ●● To set manually, select Change settings (see below).
Network Status Displays and checks the network status (MAC Address, current network settings, etc.). 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > Network Status and press OK to access. 3. Automatically testing is done and Network Status is displayed. Try Again: Performs automatic testing of the network connection for the TV and displays the current status again. Status Details: Displays the detailed network status (SSID, security settings, etc.).
my Home Cloud Settings Displays the terms of service. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > my Home Cloud Settings > Notices and press OK to access. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions.
VIERA Name Sets your favourite name for this TV. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > VIERA Name and press OK to access. 3. Enter characters and press OK to set. ●● This name is used as the name of this TV on the screen of the other network equipment. ●● When you use two or more TVs in your network environment, set the names of the TVs for each.
TV Remote App Settings Sets to control the TV with the equipment (smartphone, etc.) connected to your network. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > TV Remote App Settings and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. TV Remote / Powered On by Apps / Networked Standby / Home Streaming / Device to upload contents 4. Set the item and press OK to store. TV Remote (On / Off) Enables controlling the TV from the network equipment (smartphone, etc.).
Home Streaming (Always / Only when powered on) Enables sharing the TV programme and content of this TV with the network equipment (smartphone, etc.) in the home network. ●● Changing the default configuration may result in higher energy consumption of the product. ●● LED turns to orange in Standby mode when Home Streaming is set to Always. Device to upload contents Selects device to upload content from the network equipment (smartphone, etc.).
Network Link Settings Sets to control the TV with devices connected to the network. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > Network Link Settings and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. DLNA Server / Registration Type / Remote Device List 4. Set the item and press OK to store. DLNA Server (On / Off) Enables sharing the TV programme and content of this TV with the network equipment (DLNA Certified VIERA, etc.).
= Note = ●● Depending on the area, this function may not be available. For details, consult your local Panasonic dealer.
TV Anywhere Settings Settings for watching TV or editing timer programming with the network equipment (smartphone, etc.) from outside the home network.
File Sharing Settings File Sharing Server (On / Off) Sets to share the files between PC and devices connected to this TV. Media Player > Using Media Player > Sharing file Network Device List Lists the accessible network devices to play back the content in Media Player.
Mirroring Settings Settings for the mirroring function Functions > Mirroring > Mirroring Settings - 190 -
Control4 Settings Settings for the Control4 function 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > Control4 Settings and press OK to access. 3. Select Control4 Discovery / Send Identify and press OK to access. 4. Set the item and press OK to store. Control4 Discovery (On / Off) Enables Control4 mode. Send Identify Sends identifying message to Control4 controller. ●● This function is available when Control4 Discovery is set to On.
Software Update Accesses the specific website to update the TV’s software if any updates are available. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > Software Update and press OK to access. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. ●● A broadband network environment is required to use this function.
New Software Message Selects whether to give a notification message when new software is found via network or not. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > New Software Message and press OK to access. 3. Select On / Off and press OK to set.
Photos Selecting file Ensure the preparations of the media server, network connections and network settings are completed. Network > DLNA > In-House streaming Network > Network connections Network > Network settings 1. Display Home Screen with HOME. 2. Select Devices and press OK to access. 3. Select the media server and press OK to access. ●● To display / hide information of the highlighted media server 1) Display the option menu with OPTION. 2) Select Show Info. and press OK to access. 4.
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 - 195 -
Using Slideshow Slideshow ends when all photos within the list are viewed. 1. Select the file from the thumbnail of photos for the first view. 2. Start Slideshow with (red) and OK. ●● To display / hide the operation guide ●● To pause (return to Single view) OK ●● To return to list BACK/RETURN ■■Slideshow Settings Set up the settings for photo file operations on this TV. 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2. Select Slideshow Settings and press OK to access. 3.
Videos Selecting file Ensure the preparations of the media server, network connections and network settings are completed. Network > DLNA > In-House streaming Network > Network connections Network > Network settings 1. Display Home Screen with HOME. 2. Select Devices and press OK to access. 3. Select the media server and press OK to access. ●● To display / hide information of the highlighted media server 1) Display the option menu with OPTION. 2) Select Show Info. and press OK to access. 4.
Watching video ■■Playback If you have stopped the last playback halfway, a confirmation screen may be displayed to select whether to start from where you stopped last time or from the beginning. ●● To operate playback : Manual skip (if available) – Press to skip forward approx. 30 seconds. : Rewind : Fast forward : Stop OK : Pause (displays the time seek bar / slow playback) / Playback ●● To jump to the specified time point 1) Display the time seek bar with OK.
– You can also change the mode pressing ASPECT. (Press repeatedly until you reach the desired mode.) – Aspect cannot be changed depending on the content.
Video Setup Set up the settings for video file operations on this TV. 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2. Select Video Setup and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Video Preview / Multi Audio / Monaural Audio / Dual Mono Audio / Repeat / Subtitle Settings ●● Menu items and selectable options vary depending on the content. 4. Set the item and press OK to store.
Subtitle Text Colour: Selects the colour of subtitles. Subtitle Text Position: Adjusts the position of subtitles on the screen. Subtitle Text Delay: Adjusts the delay time for the subtitles.
Audio output settings You can enjoy the multi-channel sound via an amplifier connected to DIGITAL AUDIO or HDMI2 (ARC function) terminal. ●● To confirm or change the current sound status Network > Videos > Video Setup 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Sound > SPDIF Selection and press OK to access. 3. Select Auto / PCM and press OK to set. SPDIF Selection (Auto / PCM) Selects the initial setting for digital audio output signal from DIGITAL AUDIO and HDMI2 (ARC function) terminals.
Music Selecting file Ensure the preparations of the media server, network connections and network settings are completed. Network > DLNA > In-House streaming Network > Network connections Network > Network settings 1. Display Home Screen with HOME. 2. Select Devices and press OK to access. 3. Select the media server and press OK to access. ●● To display / hide information of the highlighted media server 1) Display the option menu with OPTION. 2) Select Show Info. and press OK to access. 4.
Playing music ■■Playback ●● To operate playback : Rewind : Fast forward : Stop OK : Pause (displays the time seek bar) / Playback ●● To jump to the specified time point 1) Display the time seek bar with OK. 2) While the time seek bar is displayed Press / : Search approx. 10 seconds Press and hold / : Search rapidly 3) Jump to the specified time point with OK.
Music Setup Set up the settings for music file operations on this TV. 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2. Select Music Setup > Repeat with OK. 3. Select Off / Folder / One and press OK to set.
Supported format Photo format ■■Supported Photo formats ●● JPEG (.jpg, .jpeg) Sub-sampling: 4:4:4, 4:2:2, 4:2:0 Image resolution (pixel): 8 × 8 to 30 719 × 17 279 ●● DCF and EXIF standards ●● Progressive JPEG is not supported. = Note = ●● Some files may not be played back even if they fulfil these conditions. ●● Do not use multi-byte characters or other special codes for file names. ●● Connected devices may become unusable with this TV if the file or folder names are changed.
Video format ■■Supported Video formats ●● AVI (.avi) Video codec: H.264, MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4, VC-1, WMV9 Audio codec: AAC, ADPCM, Dolby Audio (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus), HE-AAC, LPCM, MP3, WMA ●● MP4 (.f4v, .m4v, .mp4) Video codec: H.264, H.265 (HEVC), MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4 Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Audio (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus), HE-AAC, MP3 ●● This TV supports this container recorded with Panasonic products. For details, read the manual of the products. ●● MKV (.mkv) Video codec: H.
●● FLV (.flv) Video codec: H.264 Audio codec: AAC, MP3 ●● 3GPP (.3gp, .3g2) Video codec: H.264, MPEG4 Audio codec: AAC, HE-AAC ●● PS (.mod, .mpg, .mpeg, .vob, .vro) Video codec: MPEG1, MPEG2 Audio codec: Dolby Audio (Dolby Digital), LPCM ●● TS (.mts, .m2ts, .tp, .trp, .ts, .tts) Video codec: H.264, H.265 (HEVC), MPEG1, MPEG2 Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Audio (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus), HE-AAC ●● WebM (.
■■Supported Subtitles formats ●● MicroDVD, SubRip, TMPlayer (.srt, .sub, .txt) ●● The video file and subtitles text file are inside the same folder, and the file names are the same except for the file extensions. ●● If there are more than one subtitles text files inside the same folder, they are displayed in the following order of priority: “.srt”, “.sub”, “.txt”. = Note = ●● Some files may not be played back even if they fulfil these conditions.
Music format ■■Supported Music formats ●● MP3 (.mp3) ●● AAC / Apple Lossless (.m4a) ●● Copy-protected files cannot be played back. ●● FLAC (.flac) ●● WMA (.wma) ●● Copy-protected files cannot be played back. ●● LPCM (.wav) = Note = ●● Some files may not be played back even if they fulfil these conditions. ●● Do not use multi-byte characters or other special codes for file names. ●● Connected devices may become unusable with this TV if the file or folder names are changed.
Functions Info Frame Information Info Frame is a convenient feature to provide you relevant information of the programme being watched, recommendations, etc. It is displayed on the edge of screen when you need it. (Example) ●● A broadband network environment is required to fully use this function. = Note = ●● Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
How to use You can check useful information using Info Frame while watching TV. 1. Press and hold HOME. ●● Info Frame is displayed on the edge of screen. (Example) Current programme information, etc. Relevant information (weather forecast, etc.) Notification message Recommended content (TV programme, internet content, etc.) 2. Select one side of Info Frame with Cursor buttons or (coloured buttons) while Info Frame is displayed. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Settings You can set items for Info Frame. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Display Settings > Info Frame at Power on and press OK to access. 3. Set the item and press OK to store. Info Frame at Power on (On / Off) Displays Info Frame when the TV is turned on.
Voice Control Information Voice Control function allows you to operate the TV (e.g. selecting a channel), search the content from various features, etc. by your speech with your smartphone. ●● A broadband network environment is required to fully use this function. Ensure the network connections and network settings are completed.
How to use 1. Press ●● on the screen of your smartphone to display the operation guide. When a confirmation screen is displayed, read carefully and start Voice Control function. (Example) 2. Say a key word (e.g. my Home Screen) to the microphone while the operation guide is displayed. (Example) ●● The operation guide turns to blue during processing. ●● The operation guide automatically disappears after a certain period of time. Press again to start the Voice Control function.
Settings You can set items for Voice Control function. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Voice Control Settings and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Speech Detection Level / Terms of Service / Instructions for Voice Control 4. Set the item and press OK to store. Speech Detection Level (High / Standard) Adjusts the sensitivity to recognise your speech. Terms of Service Displays the terms of service.
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: – Not pronouncing words clearly and correctly – Speaking too loudly or too quietly. – Surrounded by loud background noise. ●● Phrases other than Voice Command may not be recognised. ●● Voice Control function may not work properly depending on the microphone of the smartphone. ●● Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
TV Anywhere How to use You can watch TV and set timer event with the network equipment (smartphone, etc.) from outside the home network. Smartphone, etc. TV ●● Ensure the network connections and network settings are completed. Network > Network connections Network > Network settings 1. Set TV Anywhere to On. Functions > TV Anywhere > TV Anywhere Settings 2. Connect the device (smartphone, etc.) to the home network and access to the TV.
TV Anywhere Settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > TV Anywhere Settings and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. TV Anywhere / Powered on by Swipe & Share / Device ID / Device Password 4. Follow the on-screen instructions. TV Anywhere (On / Off) Enables watching TV and setting timer event with the network equipment (smartphone, etc.) from outside the home network.
Mirroring How to use You can watch and display images of other devices (smartphone, etc.) on the TV screen using a mirroring function. Smartphone, etc. TV 1. Display Home Screen with HOME. 2. Select Devices and press OK to access. 3. Select Mirroring and press OK. 4. Follow the on-screen instructions. ●● Pairing information of the device (smartphone, etc.) is registered once you use this function. ■■Easy Mirroring You can also start the mirroring function from the other devices (smartphone, etc.
Mirroring Settings You can set items for the mirroring function. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > Mirroring Settings and press OK. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Easy Mirroring / Powered On by Easy Mirroring / Delete All Pairings 4. Set the item and press OK to store. Easy Mirroring (On / Off) Enables starting the mirroring function from the other devices (smartphone, etc.) without operating the TV.
VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” Summary of VIERA Link Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with Panasonic products which have “HDAVI Control™” function. VIERA Link (HDAVI Control) connects the TV and the equipment with VIERA Link function, and enables easy control, playback, energy saving, creating home theatre, etc. without complicated settings. Connections to the equipment (DVD Recorder, HD Video Camera, Player theatre, Amplifier, etc.) with HDMI cable allow you to interface them automatically.
■■VIERA Link (HDMI connection) ●● Depending on the model, it may be necessary to remove the terminal cover / cable cover before connecting or disconnecting cables. ●● 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) ●● Depending on the model, it may be necessary to remove the terminal cover / cable cover before connecting or disconnecting cables. ●● Use a fully wired HDMI compliant cable. ●● Connect the equipment supporting VIERA Link to the TV’s HDMI terminal via an HDMI cable. ●● Use the optical digital audio cable for audio output from the TV.
■■Available features (HDMI and Audio out connections) Player theatre ●● Easy playback ●● Power on Link ●● Power off Link ●● Intelligent Auto Standby ●● VIERA Link Control ●● Speaker Selection Blu-ray Disc theatre ●● Easy playback ●● Power on Link ●● Power off Link ●● Standby Power Save ●● Intelligent Auto Standby ●● VIERA Link Control ●● Speaker Selection Amplifier ●● Power off Link ●● Intelligent Auto Standby ●● Speaker Selection : For equipment which has “HDAVI Control 2 or
■■VIERA Link Control of compatible equipment The following is the maximum number of compatible equipment that can be controlled by VIERA Link Control. This includes connections to equipment already connected to the TV. For example, DVD Player connected to Amplifier which is connected to the TV via an HDMI cable.
Preparations ●● Connect the equipment supporting VIERA Link. ●● For details of VIERA Link connections Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Summary of VIERA Link ●● Use a fully wired HDMI compliant cable. ●● Set up the connected equipment. Read the manual of the equipment. ●● Set VIERA Link to On in the Setup Menu. ●● Set up the TV. After connection, turn the equipment on and then switch the TV on.
Easy playback Automatic input switching - When the connected equipment is operated, the input mode is switched automatically.
Power on Link Set Power on Link to On in VIERA Link Settings to use this function. When the connected equipment is operated, the TV is automatically turned on. (Only when the TV is in Standby mode.
Power off Link Set Power off Link to On in VIERA Link Settings to use this function. When the TV is set to Standby mode, the connected equipment is also automatically set to Standby. ●● This function will work even if the TV enters Standby mode automatically by auto power standby function.
Standby Power Save Set Standby Power Save to On in VIERA Link Settings to use this function. The power consumption of the connected equipment in Standby mode is controlled higher or lower in synchronisation with the TV on / off state to reduce the consumption. When the TV is set to Standby mode, the connected equipment is automatically set to Standby and the power consumption of the connected equipment is automatically minimised.
Intelligent Auto Standby Set Intelligent Auto Standby to On in VIERA Link Settings to use this function. When the TV is on, non-used connected equipment goes into Standby mode automatically to reduce the power consumption. For example, when the input mode is switched from HDMI or when Speaker Selection is changed to TV (except for watching a disc). ●● This function may not work properly depending on the connected equipment. In this case, set to Off.
VIERA Link Control You can control some functions of the connected equipment with this TV’s remote control by pointing at the TV’s signal receiver. 1. Display Apps with APPS. 2. Select VIERA Link and press OK to access. 3. Select VIERA Link Control and press OK to access. 4. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Recorder / Player / Home Cinema / Video Camera / LUMIX / Digital Camera / Other (The menu of the accessed equipment is displayed. The input mode is changed automatically.
= Note = ●● If you cannot operate the equipment, check the settings and the equipment. Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Summary of VIERA Link ●● Some operations may not be available depending on the equipment. In this case, use the remote control of the connected equipment. ●● For details of the operations for the connected equipment, read the manual of the equipment.
Speaker Selection You can control the theatre speaker with this TV’s remote control by pointing at the TV’s signal receiver. 1. Display Apps with APPS. 2. Select VIERA Link and press OK to access. 3. Select Speaker Selection and press OK to access. 4. Select TV / Home Cinema and press OK to set. TV: TV speakers are active. Home Cinema: The sound is delivered from theatre speakers. Player theatre, Bluray Disc theatre or Amplifier will be automatically turned on if it is in Standby mode.
Note ●● These functions may not work properly depending on the connected equipment. ●● Image or sound may not be delivered for the first few seconds when the input mode is switched. ●● “HDAVI Control 5” is the newest standard for HDAVI Control compatible equipment. This standard is compatible with conventional HDAVI equipment.
Child Lock Using Child Lock You can lock specific channels / AV input terminals to restrict access to them. When the locked channel / input is selected, a message appears. Enter the PIN number to watch. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Child Lock and press OK to access. 3. Enter the PIN number (4 digits) with Numeric buttons. ●● Enter the PIN number twice at first setting. ●● Make a note of the PIN number in case you forget it. 4. Select Child Lock List and press OK to access. 5.
■■Player PIN Control Applies access control for some Digital TV streaming services.
PIN number You can change the PIN number. 1. Select Change PIN and press OK to access. 2. Enter a new PIN number twice with Numeric buttons. = Note = ●● Setting Shipping Condition erases the PIN number and all settings.
Parental Rating To watch the DVB programme that has rating information on the selected age, enter the PIN number (depending on the broadcaster). 1. Select Parental Rating and press OK to access. 2. Select an age for the restriction of programmes and press OK to set. = Note = ●● Setting Shipping Condition erases the PIN number and all settings.
Data Service Application Using Data Service Application ●● Data Service Applications is not effective on MHEG. You can enjoy Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV application that may be provided via digital broadcasting as interactive data services. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Data Service Application > Service and press OK to access. 3. Select Auto Start / Manual Start / Off for each channel. Auto Start: Automatically starts the application.
Privacy Setting 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Data Service Application > Privacy Setting and press OK to access. 3. Select Low / High / Custom and press OK to set. ■■To change the privacy settings manually You can set up the detailed privacy settings when Privacy Setting is set to Custom. Store Cookie (On / Off) Enables storing the technical information that a data service application leaves into the TV in order to recognise to use it again.
Note ●● Data Service Applications is not effective on MHEG. ●● A broadband network environment is required to fully use Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV application. Ensure the network connections and network settings are completed. Network > Network connections Network > Network settings ●● Not all the data services are available depending on the country, area and broadcaster. ●● Depending on the connection environment, the internet connection may be slow or may not be successful.
Common Interface Caution If the encrypted message is displayed on the screen, the correct Common Interface (CI) Module and smart card that are required for this service are not inserted. ■■How to insert CI module and smart card ●● Turn the TV off with Mains Power On / Off switch whenever inserting or removing the CI module. ●● Depending on the model, it may be necessary to remove the terminal cover / cable cover before inserting or removing the CI module.
Using Common Interface The Common Interface Module menu provides access to software contained in Common Interface (CI) Modules. ●● Video and audio signals may not be output depending on the broadcast or service. ■■Insert the CI module (optional) ●● Follow the instructions that came with the viewing card to tune in the encrypted channels. If encrypted channels do not appear, perform the below to verify the card is recognised by the TV.
Shipping Condition Shipping Condition Resets the TV to its original condition (i.e. no channels tuned in). All settings other than USB Device Setup are reset (channels, picture, sound settings, etc.). 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > System Menu > Shipping Condition and press OK to access. 3. When a confirmation screen is displayed, select Yes and press OK to set. 4. Follow the on-screen instructions. ●● Auto Setup automatically starts. = Note = ●● To retune TV channels only (e.g.
Updating the TV Software Information A new version of software may be released for download to enhance the performance or operations of the TV. In DVB, a notification banner will appear when one of the BBC channels is turned to if a new available software is found. ●● To install new software, select Standby / Now and press OK to set. Standby: Installs new software in standby condition. Now: Installs new software now.
Auto update You can update new software automatically. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > System Menu > System Update > Auto Update Search in Standby and press OK to access. 3. Select On and press OK to set. ●● If any software updates are available, a notification message will appear. To install new software, select Standby / Now and press OK to set. Standby: Installs new software in standby condition. Now: Installs new software now.
Manual update You can update new software manually. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > System Menu > System Update > System Update Search Now and press OK to access. 3. Searches for an update (for several minutes) and displays a corresponding message if any. 4. Download with OK. = Note = ●● Download may take a few hours. ●● During software download and update, DO NOT perform any operations on the TV or switch Off the TV.
Setting characters Using Numeric buttons You can enter characters for free input items using Numeric buttons. Press Numeric buttons repeatedly until you reach the desired character. :.@/1!:#+-*_()“‘%&?,;=$[]~<>{}|`^\ :abc2ABC :def3DEF :ghi4GHI :jkl5JKL :mno6MNO :pqrs7PQRS :tuv8TUV :wxyz9WXYZ : Space 0 ●● The character is set automatically if you leave for 1 second. ●● You can also set the character pressing OK or other Numeric buttons less than 1 second.
Keyboard Keyboard ●● Keyboards requiring the drivers are not supported. ●● To change the language type, set USB Keyboard Layout. 1) Display the menu with MENU. 2) Select Setup > System Menu > USB Keyboard Layout and press OK to access. 3) Select the language and press OK to set. ●● Characters may not be displayed correctly on the TV screen depending on the connected keyboard or the keyboard layout setting. ●● Some of the keys of keyboards may correspond to the operation of the remote control.
Settings Setting menu How to use Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions. 1. Display the menu with MENU. ●● Displayed items vary depending on the input signal. 2. Select the menu and press OK to access. 3. Select the items and press OK to access. ●● Only available items can be selected. ●● You can also access from eHELP pressing available).
●● To exit the menu screen EXIT ●● To return to the previous screen BACK/RETURN = Note = ●● Menu items and selectable options vary depending on the mode (TV mode, Media Player, Network services, etc.). ●● Some settings in Picture menu may also affect the menu screen when watching content in 4K format. ●● 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.
Basic settings Backlight, Contrast, Brightness, Colour, Tint, Sharpness Adjusts the levels of these options according to your personal preference. Watching > For best picture > Basic settings Colour Temperature Sets the overall colour tone of the picture (bluer - redder). Watching > For best picture > Basic settings Vivid Colour Automatically adjusts colours to vivid ones.
Ambient Sensor Automatic Brightness Control function Adjusts picture settings automatically depending on ambient lighting condition.
Noise reduction settings Noise Reduction Reduces unwanted picture noise. Watching > For best picture > Noise reduction settings MPEG Remaster Reduces flicker noise in contoured parts of a picture and block noise.
Advanced Settings You can adjust and set up the detailed picture settings.
Option Settings Game Mode Provides suitable images for fast response signals when playing games. Watching > For best picture > Option Settings Film Cadence Mode Improves vertical resolution for movie images. Watching > For best picture > Option Settings 1080p Pure Direct Reproduces the original image quality in detail for 1080p (HDMI) input signal. Watching > For best picture > Option Settings 4K Pure Direct Reproduces the original image quality in detail for 4K (HDMI) input signal.
EOTF Type Selects the EOTF type of broadcast or video content. It works correctly only when the signal corresponds the each EOTF type. Set to Auto for general use. ●● Automatically switches to Auto for broadcast each time another input / channel is selected. Watching > For best picture > Option Settings HDMI RGB Range Adjusts the black level of the image for each HDMI input. Watching > For best picture > Option Settings 3D-COMB Makes still or slow moving pictures more vivid.
Screen Settings 16:9 Overscan Selects the screen area displaying the image for 16:9 aspect. Watching > For best picture > Screen Settings Zoom Adjustments Adjusts the vertical position and size when aspect is set to Zoom. Watching > For best picture > Screen Settings Screen Display Turns the screen off when you select Off.
Copy Adjustment Copies the picture settings of True Cinema or Custom to those of the other input mode or Viewing Mode.
Reset to Defaults Resets the current Picture Viewing Mode to the default settings.
Sound Mode Selects your favourite sound mode for each input.
Basic settings Bass Adjusts level to enhance or minimise lower, deeper sound output. Watching > For best audio > Basic settings Treble Adjusts level to enhance or minimise sharper, higher sound output. Watching > For best audio > Basic settings Equaliser Adjusts the frequency level to suit your favourite sound quality. Watching > For best audio > Basic settings Balance Adjusts volume level of right and left speakers. Watching > For best audio > Basic settings Surround Selects surround sound settings.
Volume settings Speaker Selection Enables controlling the theatre speaker with this TV’s remote control by pointing at the TV’s signal receiver. Watching > For best audio > Volume settings TV Speaker Setting Selects the sound output to adjust volume. Watching > For best audio > Volume settings Headphone Volume Adjusts the volume of headphones. Watching > For best audio > Volume settings Auto Gain Control Automatically regulates large sound level differences between channels and inputs.
Voice Guidance Settings Voice Guidance Set to On to enable voice guidance of the basic features (on-screen messages, etc.) for visually impaired users. Watching > For best audio > Voice Guidance Settings Speed Selects the readout speed for the voice guidance. Watching > For best audio > Voice Guidance Settings Volume Selects the volume for the voice guidance. Watching > For best audio > Voice Guidance Settings User Level Selects the level of verbosity for the voice guidance.
Audio Description Preferred Audio Type Narration settings for visually impaired users Watching > For best audio > Audio Description Volume Adjusts the volume for Audio Description. Watching > For best audio > Audio Description Speakers Set to Mix to activate the description sound track from TV speakers. Watching > For best audio > Audio Description Headphones Set to Mix to activate the description sound track from headphones.
Advanced settings NICAM Near Instantaneous Companded Audio Multiplex Reproduces NICAM stereo sound. Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings Audio Preference Selects the initial setting for audio tracks. Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings SPDIF Selection Selects the initial setting for digital audio output signal from DIGITAL AUDIO and HDMI2 (ARC function) terminals. Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings HDMI Audio Format Selects the audio format for the HDMI input signal.
Reset to Defaults Resets the current Sound Mode to the default settings.
Network Network Connection Sets the network setting to use this TV in your network environment.
Network Status Displays and checks the network status (MAC Address, current network settings, etc.).
my Home Cloud Settings Notices Displays the terms of service.
VIERA Name Sets your favourite name for this TV.
TV Remote App Settings Sets to control the TV from network equipment (smartphone, etc.).
Network Link Settings Sets to control the TV with devices connected to the network.
TV Anywhere Settings You can set timer programming with the network equipment (smartphone, etc.) from outside the home network.
File Sharing Settings File Sharing Server Sets to share the files between PC and devices connected to this TV. Media Player > Using Media Player > Sharing file Network Device List Lists the accessible network devices to play back the content in Media Player.
Mirroring Settings Settings for the mirroring function Functions > Mirroring > Mirroring Settings - 279 -
Control4 Settings Settings for the Control4 function Network > Network settings > Control4 Settings - 280 -
Other settings Software Update Checks for available software updates from the Panasonic website. Network > Network settings > Software Update New Software Message Selects whether to give a notification message when new software is found via network or not.
Timer Off Timer Sets the duration of time until the TV automatically goes into Standby mode.
Timer Programming Sets a timer to record forthcoming programmes.
Time Zone Adjusts the time data.
Auto Standby Automatically turns the TV to Standby mode for energy saving when no operation is performed for 4 hours.
No signal Power off Automatically turns the TV to Standby mode to prevent unnecessary power consumption when no signal is received and no operation is performed for 10 minutes.
Setup Eco Navigation Automatically sets the TV to the most suitable energy-saving mode.
Voice Control Settings Settings for Voice Control function Functions > Voice Control > Settings - 288 -
TV Guide Settings TV Guide View Changes the layout of TV Guide.
USB Device Setup Formats the USB HDD or safely removes USB device.
Recording Setup Settings for the recording feature of the USB HDD Recording > Recording current programme > One Touch Recording Recording > Recording current programme > Rewind LIVE TV - 291 -
Child Lock Applies access control for channels or inputs to prevent unwanted access.
Tuning Menu Channel List Editor Skips unwanted channels or edits channels. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Channel List Editor Favourites Editor Creates a list of favourite channels. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Favourites Editor Auto Setup Automatically searches for receivable channels. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Auto Setup Channel Sorting by Region Automatically sorts tuned channels according to the available region.
Add TV Signal Adds the TV mode. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Other settings = Note = ●● The settings in Tuning Menu are applicable only for the selected TV mode. The menu name varies depending on the TV mode.
Language Preferred Multi Audio Selects the preferred language for digital channel multi audio (depending on the broadcaster). Watching > Basic > Language Preferred Audio 1 / 2 Selects the first and second preferred language for digital channel multi audio (depending on the broadcaster). Watching > Basic > Language Preferred Subtitles 1 / 2 Selects the first and second preferred language for digital channel subtitles (depending on the broadcaster).
Display Settings Preferred Subtitle Type Selects the preferred subtitle type. Watching > Basic > Subtitle Teletext Selects analogue teletext display mode. Watching > Teletext > Teletext mode Teletext Character Set Selects teletext language font. Watching > Teletext > Teletext Character Set Input Labels Accessing the input labels list allows you to change the input name or skip the input if unconnected, improving identification and selection in the Input Selection banner.
Radio Mode Sets the timer for turning off the screen automatically when a radio channel is selected. Watching > Basic > Energy saving functions Info Frame at Power on Displays Info Frame when the TV is turned on. Functions > Info Frame > Settings Notification (On / Off) Displays a notification message.
HDMI Auto Setting Set to Mode1 when the image or sound in HDMI input is not played properly.
HDMI HDR Setting Set to On when the HDR device is connected to the TV.
VIERA Link Settings VIERA Link Sets to use VIERA Link functions. Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Preparations Power on Link Sets to use Power on Link functions. Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Power on Link Power off Link Sets to use Power off Link functions. Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Power off Link Standby Power Save Controls the connected equipment to reduce power consumption in Standby.
Data Service Application Service Sets to use Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV application.
System Menu USB Keyboard Layout Selects the language that your USB Keyboard supports. Functions > Keyboard > Keyboard Shipping Condition Resets all settings to the original condition. Functions > Shipping Condition > Shipping Condition Common Interface Sets to watch encrypted channels, etc. Functions > Common Interface > Using Common Interface System Update Downloads new software to this TV. Functions > Updating the TV Software > Auto update Licence Menu Displays the software licence information.
Other Settings Power on Channel List Automatically selects all channels or favourites list in the information banner when the TV is turned on. Watching > Basic > Selecting channel Power Save (On / Off) Reduces brightness of the picture to economise on power consumption.
Support Help menu Using Help menu 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Help and press OK to access. 3. Select About Firefox OS / TV Self Test / System Information / Device Information and press OK to access. About Firefox OS Displays the information about Firefox OS. TV Self Test Makes a diagnosis of picture or sound problems. Follow the on-screen instructions. System Information Displays the system information of this TV. Device Information Displays the device information of this TV.
FAQs Picture Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem. Also makes a diagnosis of picture problem in TV Self Test. Support > Help menu > Using Help menu If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. Auto aspect ●● Auto aspect is designed to provide you with the best ratio to fill the screen. Watching > For best picture > Aspect Control Signal ●● Press ASPECT if you want to change the aspect ratio manually.
Blurry or distorted image (no sound or low volume) ●● Reset channels. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Auto Setup There may be a short black image ●● A black image is displayed to avoid picture distortion when an input signal changes. There may be red, blue, green and black spots on the screen ●● This is a characteristic of liquid crystal panels and is not a problem. The liquid crystal panel is built with very high precision technology giving you fine picture details.
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.
Cannot find a channel you have previously watched ●● The channel may broadcast for part of the day. ●● Check the channel in the TV Guide. Watching > TV Guide ●● Channel position numbers may be changed by broadcasters. ●● Reset channels.
Analogue TV Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. White spots or shadow image (ghosting) occurs / Some channels cannot be tuned ●● Check the position, direction and connection of the aerial. ●● Weather conditions affect signal reception (heavy rain, snow, etc.), in particular in poor reception areas.
Sound Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem. Also makes a diagnosis of sound problem in TV Self Test. Support > Help menu > Using Help menu If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. No sound is produced ●● Is “Sound mute” active? Press MUTE to switch sound mute on or off. ●● Is the volume set to the minimum? ●● Check connections and setting of external equipment.
HDMI Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. Sound is unusual ●● Check the setting of HDMI Audio Format in the Sound Menu to match the audio signal from the connected equipment. Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings ●● Check the HDMI Input setting in the Sound Menu.
Network Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. Cannot connect to the network ●● Check the LAN cable or wireless LAN is connected properly. Network > Network connections ●● Check the connections and settings. Network > Network connections Network > Network settings ●● Check the network equipment and network environment.
Cannot operate internet content ●● Check the connections and settings. Network > Network connections > Internet connection Network > Network settings ●● The server or connected line may be busy now.
Other Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. VIERA Link function does not work and an error message appears ●● Check the connections. Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Summary of VIERA Link ●● Turn the connected equipment on and then switch the TV on.
LED does not turn to red in Standby mode ●● LED turns to orange in Standby mode in the following conditions: – Recording is in progress. – Timer Programming is set. – DLNA Server is set to On. – Powered On by Apps is set to On. – Home Streaming is set to Always. – Powered On by Easy Mirroring is set to On. – TV Anywhere is set to On. When pushed with a finger, the display panel moves slightly and makes a noise ●● There is a little gap around the panel to prevent damage to the panel.
Detailed information Support information about the application, optional devices, operation, etc. may be found on the following website. http://panasonic.
Maintenance Care and Cleaning First, remove the mains plug from the mains socket. ■■Display panel, Cabinet, Pedestal Regular care: Gently wipe the surface of the display panel, cabinet, or pedestal by using a soft cloth to remove dirt or fingerprints. For stubborn dirt: (1) First clean the dust from the surface. (2) Dampen a soft cloth with clean water or diluted neutral detergent (1 part detergent to 100 parts water). (3) Wring out the cloth firmly.
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