Operating Instructions LCD Television Model No. Please read these instructions before operating your set and retain them for future reference. The images shown in this manual are for illustrative purposes only. U.K.
Features Receives DVB digital terrestrial broadcasts Select the programme or set Timer Programming easily by using TV Guide. (p. 18 - p. 20) Register and instantly call up favourite channels with Favourites Edit. (p. 37) DVB - Digital Video Broadcasting VIERA TOOLS - Display special feature icons and accesses easily (p. 14) VIERA TOOLS is the easy way to access the special features with the VIERA TOOLS button. Sharp pictures with HDMI connection (p.
FULL HD This TV uses a high definition panel to produce high definition pictures close to their original resolution. Wide Viewing Angle This LCD panel offers 178-degree viewing angle. This delivers beautiful images regardless of the viewing angle. 24p Movie Playback Can support 1080p, 24 frames per second source materials. Eco Mode Adjusts picture settings automatically dependent on ambient lighting conditions.
Safety Precautions Warning & Caution Handling the mains plug and lead Power source Ensure that the mains plug is easily Do not remove the cover NEVER modify the TV yourself accessible at all times. The On / Off switch on this model does not fully disconnect the TV from the mains supply. Remove the mains plug from the wall socket when the TV is not used for a prolonged period of time.
Notes Auto power standby function If no signal is received and no operation is performed in Analogue TV mode for 30 minutes, the TV will automatically go to standby mode. Do not expose to rain or excessive moisture Keep the TV away from these types of equipment To prevent damage which might result in electric shock or fire, do not expose this TV to rain or excessive moisture.
Accessories / Options Standard accessories ASPECT MENU N DIRECT TV REC EXIT k A TOOLS VIER IDE GU N2QAYB000328 VIERA Lin Remote Control INPUT TV AV OPTION RETURN TEXT STTL INDEX HOLD Check that you have the accessories and items shown Batteries for the Clamper Cleaning cloth TMM8E18048 TXFPE01RLTB Remote Control (2) R6 (UM3) PROGRAMME REC TV Operating Instructions Pan European Guarantee Card CRM Pedestal Assembly screw TBL0E0102 for Pedestal (4) XYN4+F12FJK
Attaching the pedestal Warning Do not disassemble or modify the pedestal. Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result. • • • • • • Securing the TV Use only the supplied assembly screws to fasten securely. • • Accessories / Options Do not use any other TV and displays. Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result. Do not use the pedestal if it becomes warped or physically damaged.
Accessories / Options Using the clamper To tighten: To loosen: Keep the knob pressed Rear of the TV •• • Do not bundle the RF cable and mains lead together (could cause distorted image). Fix cables with clampers as necessary. When using the optional accessory, follow the option’s assembly manual to x cables. Identifying Controls TV S-V V Function select / Contrast / Brightness / Colour / Sharpness / •Volume Tint (NTSC mode) / Bass / Treble / Balance / Auto AV3 terminals (p. 60) Setup (p.
Identifying Controls Remote Control VIERA IMAGE VIEWER (p. 48) Input mode selection Switches to SD Card viewing mode Standby On / Off switch TV - switches DVB / Analogue mode (p. 15) AV - switches to AV input mode from Input Aspect (p. 17) Direct TV Recording (p. 54 and p. 56) Selection list (p.
Basic Connection External equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this TV. Please ensure that the unit is disconnected from the mains socket before attaching or disconnecting any leads.
Example 3 Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR and Satellite receiver TV, DVD Recorder / VCR and Satellite receiver Rear of the TV Aerial Mains lead Basic Connection DIGITAL AUDIO OUT AUDIO AUDIO Y OUT IN L L PB R R PR Quick Start Guide AC 220-240 V 50 Hz PC COMPONENT 1 RF cable 2 Aerial input terminal SCART cable (fully wired) RF OUT DVD Recorder or VCR Fully wired HDMI compliant cable RF IN RF cable SCART cable (fully wired) RF OUT RF IN Satellite receiver RF IN RF cable RF cable 11
Auto Setup Search and store TV channels automatically. These steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed by your local dealer. Please complete connections (p. 10 and p. 11) and settings (if necessary) of the connected equipment before starting Auto Setup. For details of settings for the connected equipment, read the appropriate manual.
Using the On Screen Displays Many features available on this TV can be accessed via the On Screen Display menu.
How to Use VIERA TOOLS You can access some special features easily by using the VIERA TOOLS function. For “VIERA Link Control” and “Pause Live TV” functions to operate correctly, ensure the connections and settings are completed. “Summary of Q-Link and VIERA Link features” (p. 52 and p. 53), “Preparations” (p. 55) After connection, turn the equipment on and then switch the TV on.
Watching TV Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions. INPUT TV ASPECT MENU N EXIT 1 Turn power on 2 Select the mode (DVB or Analogue) (Press for about 1 second) Mains power On / Off switch should be On. (p. 8) Also possible to select the mode by TV TO VIERA OLS pressing the TV button repeatedly on the remote control or side panel of the TV. (p.
Watching TV Display Information banner Display Information banner Also appears when changing a channel “All DVB Channels” or “Favourites 1-4” (p.
Aspect ASPECT Change the aspect ratio (image size) Enjoy viewing the image at its optimum size and aspect. Normally programmes have the Aspect Control Signal (Widescreen signal, etc.), and the TV will choose the aspect ratio automatically according to the Aspect Control Signal (p. 62).
Using TV Guide TV Guide Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) provides an on-screen listing of the programmes currently broadcast and the forthcoming broadcasts over the next seven days (depending on the broadcasters). 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 the TV Guide is completely shown. DVB or Analogue mode This TV supports the GUIDE Plus+ system in DVB or Analogue mode.
View advertisement Enter your postcode when using this function for the first time “Postcode” in “GUIDE Plus+ Settings” (p. 33) If you have already entered your postcode in “Auto Setup” - when first using the TV (p. 12), you do not have to enter again. If you enter an incorrect postcode for your area, or no postcodes are entered, advertisement may not be displayed correctly.
Using TV Guide Other useful functions (Operate whilst viewing TV Guide) Guide link recording (Timer Programming from the TV Guide signal) Guide link recording is a timer programme controlled by information from the TV Guide. Programme start and end times may be changed by broadcasters and sent to the TV for timer programme to follow the change. Split Programme is a programme which is interrupted by one or more other programmes. Both of the above are subject to signals being sent by broadcasters.
Viewing Teletext You can enjoy news, weather forecasts and subtitles, etc. (depending on the broadcaster) The availability of teletext services for a programme is indicated by “TXT” in the information banner. Information banner (p.
Viewing Teletext Analogue teletext Analogue teletext services Analogue teletext services are the text information provided by the broadcaster. The features may vary depending on the broadcaster. What is FASTEXT mode? In FASTEXT mode, four differently coloured subjects are situated at the bottom of the screen. To access more information about one of these subjects, press the appropriately coloured button. This facility enables fast access to information on the subjects shown.
INDEX Return to the main index page INDEX Subtitles View a favourite page stored Factory setting is “P888” (subtitle service) on the blue button (List mode). STTL View in multi window Watch TV and Teletext in two windows at once Operations can be made only in Teletext screen. Each time pressed: Teletext TV and Teletext TEXT TV Store frequently viewed pages If you wish to use Subtitles, As page is displayed do not change number on blue button.
Watching External inputs Connect the external equipment (VCRs, DVD equipment, etc.) and you can watch through the input. To connect the equipment p. 10 - p. 11 and p. 60 - p. 61 The Remote Control is capable of operating some functions of selected external equipment. 1 Turn the TV on When connecting with SCART as example 2 or 3 (p. 10 and p. 11) Receives input signals automatically when playback starts Input signals are automatically identified by the SCART (pin 8) terminal.
Screen display Terminal AV1 AV2 AV3 COMPONENT PC HDMI1 HDMI2 HDMI3 AV1 AV1-RGB AV2 AV2-S-Video AV2-RGB AV3 AV3-S-Video COMPONENT PC HDMI1 HDMI2 HDMI3 EC/AV1 EC/AV1-RGB EC/AV2 EC/AV2-S-Video EC/AV2-RGB Manual input ( default setting in “Input Labels” ) Auto input ( EC mode or VIERA Link ) EC/HDMI1 EC/HDMI2 EC/HDMI3 Applicable for Applicable for Applicable for EC mode and VIERA Link If the above information is permanently displayed on the top left of the screen, pr
How to Use Menu Functions Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions.
Overview (Picture, Sound) How to operate p. 26 Main Menu Picture Sound Setup Picture Menu Viewing Mode Contrast Brightness Colour Sharpness Tint Colour Balance Colour Management Eco Mode P-NR 1/2 Dynamic Picture Menu 3D-COMB Advanced PC Settings Reset to Defaults Available in NTSC Warm Off Off Off Not available in PC Not available in PC 2/2 Available in NTSC / PAL Available in PC Off Access Reset (p. 30) Advanced PC Settings R-Gain G-Gain B-Gain Gamma Reset to Defaults 2.2 Reset (p.
How to Use Menu Functions Overview (Setup) Available in PC PC Setup How to operate p. 26 Input Resolution Clock H-pos V-pos Clock Phase Sync Reset to Defaults Main Menu Picture 1024 × 768 H&V Reset (p.
Sending Preset Data Please wait! 0% 100% Remote control unavailable (p. 32) Child Lock Change PIN Child Lock List Access Access Child Lock List - TV and AV (p. 40) Name 101 BBC 1 Wales 7 BBC THREE 14 E4 VCR 1 BBC1 2 ***** AV1 AV2/S Input DVB DVB DVB Analogue Analogue Analogue External External Type Free TV Free TV Free TV Analogue Analogue Analogue AV AV Lock Lock Lock Lock Lock Lock Lock Lock (p.
How to Use Menu Functions Menu list Menu Picture 30 Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Viewing Mode Selects four different screen settings (Dynamic / Normal / Cinema / Game) In each Viewing Mode setting, Contrast, Brightness, Colour, Sharpness, Tint, Colour Balance, Colour Management, Eco Mode and 3D-COMB can be adjusted and stored to suit your particular viewing requirement (e.g., you may require different settings for viewing sports, films, news etc.
Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Increases or decreases level to enhance or minimise lower, deeper sound output Treble Increases or decreases level to enhance or minimise sharper, higher sound output Balance Adjusts volume level of right and left speakers Headphone Volume Adjusts the volume of the headphones Surround Surround sound settings (Off / V-Audio / V-Audio Surround) V-Audio: Provides a dynamic enhancer of width to simulate improved spatial effects V-Audio Surround: P
How to Use Menu Functions Menu list Menu Item Timer Programming Records forthcoming channels (p. 44) Off Timer Sets the time the TV automatically turns Off (Off / 15 / 30 / 45 / 60 / 75 / 90 minutes) Link Settings Setup VIERA Link Sets to use VIERA Link functions (Off / On) (p. 55) Q-Link Selects which AV terminal is to be used for data communication between this TV and a compatible recorder (AV1 / AV2) (p.
Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Display Settings Teletext Analogue teletext display mode (FASTEXT / List) (p. 22) Preferred Subtitles Selects the preferred language for digital channel subtitles (depending on the broadcaster) To display subtitles p. 16 Input Labels Labels or skips each input terminal (p. 46) Sets how long the information banner (p.
Retuning from Setup Menu Auto Setup retunes all channels automatically. DVB or Analogue channels Automatically retune all DVB or Analogue channels received in the area. Only DVB channels are retuned in DVB mode. Only Analogue channels are retuned in Analogue mode. All the previous tuning settings are erased. If a Child Lock PIN number (p. 40) has been set, it must be entered. 1 Select DVB or Analogue 2 Display the menu 3 Select “Setup” p.
DVB or Analogue channels INPUT TV AV ASPECT MENU N 5 Select “Auto Setup” DVB: DIRECT TV REC Favourites Edit Channel List Auto Setup Access Manual Tuning Update Channel List New Channel Message On Signal Condition EXIT TO VIERA OLS select IDE GU Analogue: BACK/ RETURN OPTION access DVB Tuning Menu Analogue Tuning Menu Access TEXT STTL INDEX HOLD 6 Start Auto Setup DVB: DVB Auto Setup DVB Auto Setup Progress All DVB tuning data will be erased CH 21 68 This will take about 3 minutes.
Tuning and Editing Channels (DVB) You can retune channels or make your favourite channel lists, skip unwanted channels, etc. INPUT TV MENU EXIT 1 2 Select DVB 3 Select “Setup” p.
List favourite DVB channels Favourites Edit Create your favourite channel lists from various broadcasters (up to 4: Favourites1 to 4). The DVB Favourites lists are available for switching in the Information banner (p. 16) and from “Category” in the TV Guide (p. 19).
Tuning and Editing Channels (Analogue) You can retune channels or skip unwanted channels, edit channels etc. 1 Select Analogue 2 Display the menu 3 Select “Setup” p.
Skip unwanted Analogue channels, Edit Analogue channels Channel List You can hide unwanted Analogue channels. The hidden channels cannot be displayed except in this function. Use this function to skip unwanted channels.
Child Lock You can lock specific channels / AV input terminals and control who watches them. When the locked channel / input is selected, a message appears; by entering the PIN number, you can watch it.
Shipping Condition Resets the TV to its original condition, i.e. no channels tuned in. All settings other than “Owner ID” are reset (channels, picture, sound settings, etc.).
Advanced Settings Advanced Settings provide various features. INPUT TV AV ASPECT MENU N 1 Select DVB or Analogue 2 Display the menu 3 Select “Setup” p.
Input owner ID Owner ID Entry of the PIN number and personal information (your name, address and postcode). In the unfortunate event of theft it will help the Police to determine the owner. Enter the PIN number (4 digits) Enter the PIN number twice at first setting. Make a note of the PIN number in case you forget it.
Recording Controls Timer Programming from Menu The Timer programming menu allows you to choose programmes that you wish to record. At the correct time, the TV will switch on and tune to the correct channel (even if the TV is in Standby mode). TV Guide may also be used to set timer programming. (p. 20) If the recorder is compatible with Q-Link or similar technologies (p. 54), and setup / connection are done completely (p. 52 and p.
Set timer programming details Timer Programming Start making the settings Repeat the operations as below, and set items in the order of set select the item D: DVB A: Analogue (you cannot change TV mode within the menu) , and Timer recording Records according to the time setting Guide: Guide link recording Records according to the TV Guide signal (p. 20) S/P: Split Programme (p. 20) Timer Programming Wed 15/10/08 18:50 No .
Input Labels For easier identification and selection of the input mode, you can label each input mode or skip terminal that is not connected to any equipment. To select the input mode p.
Displaying PC Screen on TV The screen of the PC connected to the TV can be displayed on the TV. You can also listen to PC sound with the audio cable connected. To connect PC p. 60 INPUT TV AV ASPECT MENU N 1 Select the external input 2 Select “PC” AV DIRECT TV REC EXIT TO VIERA OLS IDE GU AV1 AV2/S AV3/S COMPONENT PC HDMI1 HDMI2 HDMI3 TV BACK/ RETURN OPTION access Input Selection Corresponding signals p. 66 If “H-freq.” or “V-freq.” is shown in red, the signals may not be supported.
Viewing from SD Card (VIERA IMAGE VIEWER) Photo View: Still images recorded by digital cameras will be displayed. Movie View: Moving pictures recorded by digital video cameras will be played back. During the operation, sound signal is output from AV1, AV2, AUDIO OUT and DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminals. But no video signals are output. “Date” shows the date on which the recording was made by the digital camera or digital video camera. The file without record of the date is shown “**/**/****”. p.
Slideshow Start Slideshow (operate in step ) Select the photo for the first view Start Slideshow To pause To return to Single view red green Note Slideshow is done within the thumbnail. You can also start slideshow directly by using VIERA TOOLS “How to Use VIERA TOOLS” (p.
Viewing from SD Card (VIERA IMAGE VIEWER) Movie View 1 2 Insert the SD Card SD Card INPUT TV AV ASPECT MENU N access Select “Movie View” select Photo View Movie View DIRECT TV REC You can also access directly by using VIERA TOOLS “How to Use VIERA TOOLS” (p.
Audio Settings You can enjoy the multi-channel sound via an amplifier connected to DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal. To confirm or change the current sound status (during playback) Display the Option menu OPTION Change the sound (if the movie has multiple audio signals) Option Menu Multi Audio change Stereo It may take several seconds to change the sound.
Link Functions (Q-Link VIERA Link) Q-Link connects the TV and DVD Recorder / VCR, and enables easy recording, playback, etc. (p. 54) VIERA Link (HDAVI Control™) connects the TV and the equipment with VIERA Link function, and enables easy control, convenient recording, playback, energy saving, creating home theatre, etc., without complicated setting. (p. 55 - 59) You can use Q-Link and VIERA Link functions together. This TV supports “HDAVI Control 4” function.
VIERA Link (HDMI and Audio out connections) Connected equipment Features Analogue channel download Easy playback Power on link Power off link Reduce unnecessary power consumption in standby Auto standby for unnecessary equipment Pause Live TV programme Direct TV Recording Control the menu of the connected equipment by VIERA remote control Speaker control Player theatre with VIERA Link function Blu-ray Disc theatre with VIERA Link function Amplifier with VIERA Link function – – 5 – – – 3 – 5 – 3
Link Functions (Q-Link VIERA Link) Q-Link Preparations Connect the DVD Recorder / VCR with the following logos: “Q-Link”, “NEXTVIEWLINK”, “DATA LOGIC”, “Easy Link”, “Megalogic” or “SMARTLINK” Q-Link connection p. 52 Use fully wired SCART cable. Set up the DVD Recorder / VCR. Read the manual of the recorder. Q-Link terminal setup in the Setup Menu “Q-Link” (p. 32), “AV1 / AV2 out” (p.
VIERA Link “ Control™” Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with Panasonic products which have “HDAVI Control” function. This TV supports “HDAVI Control 4” function. Connections to the equipment (DIGA Recorder, HD Video Camera, Player theatre, Amplifier, etc.) with HDMI and SCART cables allow you to interface them automatically (p. 52 and p. 53). These features are limited to models incorporating “HDAVI Control” and “VIERA Link”.
Link Functions (Q-Link VIERA Link) Features available Reduce unnecessary power consumption in standby Standby Power Save Set Standby Power Save “On” in the Setup Menu to use this function “Standby Power Save” (p. 32) The power consumption in Standby mode of the connected equipment is controlled higher or lower in synchronization with the TV On / Off state to reduce the consumption.
Features available (Using VIERA Link Menu) Pause Live TV programme Pause Live TV You can pause the live TV programme and resume later. Live TV programme will be recorded on HDD of the connected DIGA Recorder. This function is available with DIGA Recorder which has HDD. If you connect plural recorders including other manufacturers’ recorders at the same time, please connect DIGA Recorder which has HDD to the TV’s lower HDMI terminal number.
Link Functions (Q-Link VIERA Link) Features available (Using VIERA Link Menu) Control the menu of the connected equipment by VIERA remote control VIERA Link Control You can control some functions of the connected equipment with this TV remote control (point the remote control at the TV’s signal receiver). If you cannot operate, check the settings and the equipment “Summary of Q-Link and VIERA Link features” (p.52 and p. 53), “Preparations” (p.
Features available (Using VIERA Link Menu) Speaker control Speaker Selection You can control the theatre speaker with this TV remote control (point the remote control at the TV’s signal receiver). If you cannot operate, check the settings and the equipment “Summary of Q-Link and VIERA Link features” (p. 52 and p. 53), “Preparations” (p.
External Equipment 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, the table below, and the specifications (p. 71). (S-VIDEO) or (VIDEO) Camcorder / Game equipment To listen with speakers Optical digital audio cable (AUDIO) Camcorder / HDMI equipment Ampli er with speaker system RCA cable To enjoy the sound from the external equipment in multi-channel sound (e.g.
HDMI equipment PC Conversion adapter (if necessary) Terrestrial aerial “HDMI connection” (p.
Technical Information Auto Aspect The optimum size and aspect can be chosen automatically, and you can enjoy finer images. (p. 17) Aspect Control Signal “WIDE” will appear in the top left of the screen if a Widescreen signal (WSS) or a Control signal through SCART / HDMI terminal is found. The aspect will switch to the appropriate 16:9 or 14:9 widescreen ratio. This function will work in any aspect mode.
SD Card Cautions in handling SD Card Do not remove the card while the TV is accessing data (this can damage card or TV). Do not touch the pins on the back of the card. Do not subject the card to a high pressure or impact. Insert the card in the correct direction (otherwise, card may be damaged). Electrical interference, static electricity, or erroneous operation may damage the data or card.
Technical Information HDMI connection HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) is the world’s first complete digital consumer AV interface complying with a non-compression standard. HDMI allows you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality sound by connecting the TV and the equipment. HDMI-compatible equipment ( 1) with an HDMI or DVI output terminal, such as a set top box or a DVD player, can be connected to the HDMI terminal using an HDMI compliant (fully wired) cable.
Updating the TV software From time to time, a new version of software may become available for download to enhance the performance or operations of the TV. To download from a notification banner A notification banner will appear when you search for a new version software by using the “System Update Search Now” function (p. 42). Found new software version .
Technical Information Input signal that can be displayed COMPONENT (Y, PB, PR), HDMI * Mark: Applicable input signal Signal name 525 (480) / 60i 525 (480) / 60p 625 (576) / 50i 625 (576) / 50p 750 (720) / 60p 750 (720) / 50p 1,125 (1,080) / 60i 1,125 (1,080) / 50i 1,125 (1,080) / 60p 1,125 (1,080) / 50p 1,125 (1,080) / 24p PC (from D-sub 15P) Signal name 640 × 400 @70 Hz 640 × 480 @60 Hz 640 × 480 @75 Hz 800 × 600 @60 Hz 800 × 600 @75 Hz 800 × 600 @85 Hz 852 × 480 @60 Hz 1,024 × 768 @60 Hz 1,024 × 768 @70
FAQs Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to resolve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer or Panasonic Customer Care Centre for assistance. For details (p. 72) White spots or shadow images (noise) Check the position, direction, and connection of the aerial. Neither image nor sound is produced Is the TV in AV mode? Check the correct AV input mode is selected.
FAQs Problem Chaotic image, noisy Actions Set “P-NR” in the Picture Menu (to remove noise). (p. 30) Check nearby electrical products Screen (fluorescent lamp, DECT phones, mobile phones, microwaves, etc.). No image can be displayed Blurry or distorted image (no sound or low volume) Unusual image is displayed Sound No sound is produced Sound level is low or sound is distorted Is “Colour” or “Contrast” in the Picture Menu set to the minimum? (p.
On screen messages Message Meaning / Action All tuning data will be erased “Shipping Condition” will erase all tuning data (p. 41). Are you sure ? Confirm correct operation. Are you sure you want to delete this timer ? Press OK to delete timer Press RETURN to return Confirm correct operation. The signal is weak. Check the aerial is plugged in properly. It may be Bad signal Child Lock is active ! Press OK to enter PIN.
On screen messages Message This timer will not follow the TV Guide information Press OK to continue, RETURN to restore original timer 10 minutes, it will no longer be performed as Guide link recording. The recording will be performed according to the time setting. Starting time in Timer Programming is already past. Set correctly (p. 44).
Specifications TX-L32S10BA AC 220-240 V, 50 Hz Power Consumption 115 W Power Consumption in Standby mode 0,3 W (Without monitor out recording) 13 W (With monitor out recording) Display panel Aspect Ratio 16:9 Visible screen size 80 cm (diagonal) 697 mm (W) × 392 mm (H) Number of pixels 2,073,600 (1,920 (W) × 1,080 (H)) Speaker 160 mm × 42 mm × 2 pcs, 8 : Audio Output 20 W (10 W + 10 W), 10% THD Headphones M3 (3.
Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used Batteries These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and used batteries, please take them to applicable collection points, in accordance with your national legislation and the Directives 2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC.
