Panasonic TH37PX81FV Operating Instructions

Operating Instructions
Plasma Television
Model No.
TH-37PX81FV
TH-42PX81FV
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.
Please refer to Pan European Guarantee Card if you need to contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance.
English
Turn your own living room into a movie theatre!
Experience an amazing level of multi-
Notice for DVB functions
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Any functions related to DVB (Digital Video Broadcasting) will work in areas where
DVB-T (MPEG2 and MPEG4-AVC) digital terrestrial broadcasting are received.
Consult your local Panasonic dealer with coverage areas.
DVB functions may not be available in some countries.
Some functions may not be available in some countries.
This TV has the capability for DVB specications. But future DVB services cannot be
guaranteed.
media excitement
Contents
Be Sure to Read
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Safety Precautions ······································ 4
(Warning / Caution)
Notes ··························································· 5
Maintenance················································ 5
Enjoy rich multi-media
Camcorder
Quick Start Guide
Accessories / Options ········· 6
Identifying Controls ·············· 8
Basic Connection ················ 10
Auto Setup······························ 12
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Quick Start Guide
SD memory Card
Personal
computer
Amplier with
Speaker system
DVD Recorder
VCR
Set top box
DVD player
Basic Features
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Watching TV ·············································· 14
Using Programme Guide··························· 17
Viewing Teletext ········································ 18
Watching Videos and DVDs ······················ 20
Viewing
Enjoy your TV!
Advanced Features
How to Use Menu Functions ····················· 22
(picture, sound quality, etc.)
DVB Settings (DVB) ·································· 28
(pay-TV, software update, time adjustment)
Editing Programmes·································· 30
Tuning Programmes ·································· 32
Control Programme Audience ·················· 34
Restore Settings ······································· 35
Input Labels··············································· 36
Displaying PC Screen on TV····················· 37
Viewing from SD Card (Photos) ················ 38
Link Functions ·········································· 40
(Q-Link / VIERA Link)
External Equipment ··································· 46
This measurement is based on the time taken for the brightness of
the panel to reduce to half of it’s maximum level.
The time taken to reach this level may vary depending on the
image content and the environment where the TV is used.
Image retention and malfunctions are not taken into account.
FAQs, etc.
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Technical Information ································ 48
FAQs ························································· 52
Licence ······················································ 54
Specications ············································ 55
FAQs, etc.
Up to 100,000 hours Plasma Panel Lifetime
The Plasma display panel used in the 2008 VIERA TV
range is rated for up to 100,000 hours.
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Safety Precautions
Warning
Handling the mains plug and lead
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Insert the mains plug fully into the socket outlet. (If the mains plug is loose, it could generate heat and cause re.)
Ensure that the mains plug is easily accessible.
Ensure the earth pin on the mains plug is securely connected to prevent electrical shock.
An apparatus with CLASS I construction shall be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.
Do not touch the mains plug with a wet hand. (This may cause electrical shock.)
Do not use any mains lead other than that provided with this TV. (This may cause re or electrical shock.)
Do not damage the mains lead. (A damaged lead may cause re or electrical shock.)
Do not move the TV with the lead plugged in the socket outlet.
Do not place a heavy object on the lead or place the lead near a high-temperature object.
Do not twist the lead, bend it excessively, or stretch it.
Do not pull on the lead. Hold onto the mains plug body when disconnecting lead.
Do not use a damaged mains plug or socket outlet.
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If you nd any
abnormality,
remove the mains plug
immediately!
AC 220-240 V
50 / 60 Hz
Power source
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This TV is designed to operate on 220-240 V,
50 / 60 Hz AC.
Do not remove covers
NEVER modify the TV yourself
(High-voltage components may cause serious electrical shock.)
Have the TV checked, adjusted, or repaired at your
local Panasonic dealer.
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Keep liquids away from the TV
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To prevent damage which may result in re or shock hazard,
do not expose this appliance to dripping or splashing.
Do not place containers with water (ower vase, cups,
cosmetics, etc.) above the TV. (including on shelves
above, etc.)
Do not expose to direct sunlight
and other sources of heat
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Avoid exposing the TV to direct sunlight and other
sources of heat. To prevent re never place any type of
candle or naked ame on top or near the TV.
Do not place foreign objects
inside the TV
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Do not allow any objects to drop into the TV through
the air vents (re or electrical shock may result).
Do not place the TV on sloped or
unstable surfaces
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The TV may fall off or tip over.
Use only the dedicated pedestals
/ mounting equipment
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Using an unapproved pedestal or other xtures may
make the TV unstable, risking injury. Be sure to ask
your local Panasonic dealer to perform setup.
Use approved pedestals / mounts (p. 6).
Do not allow children to handle
SD Card
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As with a small object, SD Card can be swallowed by
young children. Please remove SD Card immediately
after use.
Notes
Caution
Do not display a still picture for a long time
When cleaning the TV, remove the
mains plug
•When the TV is not going to be used for a
long period of time, remove the mains plug
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Cleaning an energized TV may cause electrical shock.
This TV will still consume some power even in
the Off mode, as long as the mains plug is still
connected to a live socket outlet.
Transport only in upright position
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Transporting the TV with its display panel facing upright
or downward may cause damage to the internal circuitry.
Allow sufcient space around the
TV for radiated heat
Minimum distance
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This causes the image to remain on the plasma
screen (“image retention”).
This is not considered a malfunction and is not
covered by the warranty.
Typical still images
Programme number and other logos
Image displayed in 4:3 mode
Video game
Computer image
To prevent image retention, contrast is lowered
automatically after a few minutes if no signals are
sent or no operations are performed. (p. 52)
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Auto power standby function
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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.
Keep the TV away from these types of
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equipment
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(cm)
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Do not block the rear air vents
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When using the pedestal, keep the space between
the bottom of the TV and the oor surface.
In case of using Wall-hanging bracket, follow the
manual of it.
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Electronic equipment
In particular, do not place video equipment near
the TV (electromagnetic interference may distort
images / sound).
Equipment with an infrared sensor
This TV also emits infrared rays (this may affect
operation of other equipment).
Blocked ventilation by newspapers, table cloths, curtains,
etc. may cause overheating, re or electrical shock.
Do not expose your ears to excessive
volume from the headphones
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Irreversible damage can be caused.
Maintenance
First, remove the mains plug from the socket outlet.
Display panel
Regular care: Gently wipe the surface clean of dirt by using a soft cloth.
Major contamination: Wipe the surface clean using a soft cloth dampened with clean water or diluted neutral detergent
(1 part detergent to 100 parts water). Then, using a soft dry cloth, evenly wipe the surface clean until it is dry.
Caution
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The surface of the display panel has been specially treated and may be easily damaged.
Do not tap or scratch the surface with your ngernail or other hard object.
Take care not to subject the surface to insect repellent, solvent, thinner, or other volatile substances
(this may degrade surface quality).
Cabinet, Pedestal
Regular care: Wipe the surface clean using a soft dry cloth.
Major contamination: Dampen a soft cloth with clean water or water containing a small amount of neutral detergent.
Then, wring the cloth and wipe the surface clean with it. Finally, wipe the surface clean with a dry cloth.
Caution
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Take care not to subject the TV's surfaces to detergent.
(A liquid inside the TV could lead to product failure.)
Take care not to subject surfaces to insect repellent, solvent, thinner, or other volatile substances
(this may deteriorate the surface by peeling the paint).
Do not allow the cabinet and pedestal to make contact with a rubber or PVC substance for a long time.
Mains plug
Wipe the mains plug with a dry cloth at regular intervals. (Moisture and dust may lead to re or electrical shock.)
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Accessories / Options
Standard accessories
Remote Control
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Check that you have the accessories and items shown
Batteries for the
Remote Control (2)
N2QAYB000239
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Clamper
p. 8
Mains Lead
p. 11
R6 (UM3)
TV
Operating Instructions
Cleaning cloth
Pedestal
p. 7
Pan European
Guarantee Card
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This product contains possibly dangerous parts (such as plastic bags), that can be breathed in or swallowed by
young children accidentally. Keep these parts out of reach of young children.
Optional accessories
Wall-hanging bracket
(vertical)
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(angle)
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TY-WK42PV3W
TY-WK42PV4W
TY-WK42PR3W
TY-WK42PR4W
Caution
In order to maintain the unit’s performance and safety, be absolutely sure to ask your dealer or a licenced
contractor to secure the wall-hanging brackets.
Carefully read the instructions accompanying the pedestal, and be absolutely sure to take steps to prevent
the TV from tipping over.
Handle the TV carefully during installation since subjecting it to impact or other forces may cause product
damage.
Installing / removing remote’s batteries
1
Pull open
2
Close
Note the correct
polarity (+ or -)
Hook
Caution
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Incorrect installation may cause battery leakage and corrosion, resulting in damage to the remote control.
Do not mix old and new batteries.
Do not mix different battery types (such as alkaline and manganese batteries).
Do not use rechargeable (Ni-Cd) batteries.
Do not burn or breakup batteries.
Batteries must not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, re or the like.
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.
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Caution
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Assembly screw (4)
(silver)
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THEL062N
Pole (2)
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TBLX0053
R
M5 × 25
Assembling the pedestal
Use the four assembly screws
to fasten the left and
right poles to the base securely.
Make sure that the screws are securely tightened.
Forcing the assembly screws the wrong way will
strip the threads.
“L” or “R” mark is stamped on the bottom of the pole.
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R
D
L
Front
Accessories / Options
L
M5 × 18
Base
R : TBLA3632
L : TBLA3633
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XYN5+F18FN
Assembly screw (4)
(black)
Quick Start Guide
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.
If you use the pedestal while it is physically damaged, personal injury may result. Contact your nearest
Panasonic dealer immediately.
During set-up, make sure that all screws are securely tightened.
If insufcient care is taken to ensure screws are properly tightened during assembly, the pedestal will not be
strong enough to support the TV, and it might fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result.
Ensure that the TV does not fall over.
If the TV is knocked or children climb onto the pedestal with the TV installed, the TV may fall over and personal
injury may result.
Two or more people are required to install and remove the TV.
If two or more people are not present, the TV may be dropped, and personal injury may result.
Securing the TV
Use the assembly screws
to fasten securely.
Make sure that the screws are securely tightened.
Carry out the work on a horizontal and level surface.
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B
View from the bottom
Arrow mark
Hole for pedestal installation
D
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Accessories / Options
Using the clamper
Rear of the TV
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Attach the clamper
hole
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.
Bundle the cables
To remove
from the TV:
To loosen:
snaps
Insert the clamper
in a hole
Keep
pushing both
side snaps
hooks
Set the
tip in the
hooks
Keep
pushing
the knob
knob
Identifying Controls
TV
PULL
Function select
/ Contrast / Brightness / Colour /
•Volume
Sharpness / Tint (NTSC mode) / Bass /
Lift door to open
Treble / Balance / Auto Setup (p. 32)
AV3
Changes the
input mode
Headphones jack
AV3 terminals
SD Card slot
(p. 46)
(p. 46)
(p. 39)
Increases or decreases the programme position by one. When a function is already displayed,
press to increase or decrease the selected function. When in Standby mode, switches TV On.
Recording LED
•C.A.T.S. (Contrast Automatic Tracking System) sensor
•Remote control signal receiver
Standby for Direct TV Recording :orange
Senses brightness to adjust picture quality in “Eco” mode in Picture Menu (p. 24)
Mains power
On / Off switch
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Switch On to turn on the TV
or turn the TV to standby
mode by the remote control
Power LED
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Standby: red
On: green
When using the remote control, indicates the TV has received a command.
Identifying Controls
Remote Control
Standby On / Off switch
Input mode selection
•Aspect
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VIERA Link Menu
•Guide
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OK
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Switches TV On or Off standby
(p. 16)
Changes aspect ratio from
Aspect Selection list
Also possible by pressing this button
repeatedly until you reach the desired aspect
INPUT
SD Card (p. 38)
OPTION SD CARD
EXIT
(p. 17)
Displays Programme Guide or
Programme List
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Option Menu
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Switches to SD Card viewing mode
(p. 15)
Easy setting for viewing and sound
options
Exit
Returns to the normal viewing screen
RETURN
Conrms selections and choices
Press after selecting programme positions to
quickly change programme
Makes selections and adjustments
Returns to the previous menu
Main Menu (p. 22)
Press to access VIERA Link, Picture,
Sound and Setup Menus
Used for the selection, navigation and
operation of various functions
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Subtitles
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Numeric buttons
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Switches to teletext mode
Hold
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(p. 14)
Displays subtitles
Freeze / unfreeze picture (p. 14)
Holds the current teletext page (teletext
mode) (p. 19)
Index (p. 19)
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Changes programme and teletext pages
When in Standby mode, switches TV On
Programme Information (p. 15)
Returns to the teletext index page
(teletext mode)
Sound Mute
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Programme Up / Down
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Displays programme information
Switches sound mute On or Off
Identifying Controls
Accessories / Options
Teletext (p. 18)
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Cursor buttons
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Return
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Coloured buttons
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Quick Start Guide
(p. 43)
Press to access VIERA Link Menu directly
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TV - switches DVB / Analogue mode (p. 14)
AV - switches to AV input mode from Input
Selection list (p. 20)
Volume Up / Down
Selects programme in sequence
VCR / DVD Panasonic equipment
operations (p. 21)
Direct TV Recording (p. 41 and p. 43)
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MULTI WINDOW
Normalise (p. 22)
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Resets picture and sound settings to their
default levels
Records programme immediately in
DVD Recorder / VCR with Q-Link or
VIERA Link connection
DIRECT TV REC
N
Surround (p. 25)
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Switches Surround On or Off
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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.
When disconnecting the mains lead, be absolutely sure to disconnect the mains plug at the socket outlet rst.
Example 1
Connecting aerial
Example 2
Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR
TV only
TV, DVD Recorder or VCR
Rear of the TV
Aerial
Rear of the TV
Aerial
AC 220-240 V
50 / 60 Hz
AC 220-240 V
50 / 60 Hz
Mains lead (supplied)
Mains lead (supplied)
RF cable
HDMI 1
HDMI 2
AV 1
RGB
VIDEO
HDMI 3
AV 2
PC
HDMI 1
HDMI 2
AV 1
RGB
VIDEO
S VIDEO
RGB
VIDEO
HDMI 3
COMPONENT
AUDIO AUDIO
OUT
IN
AV 2
PC
RGB
VIDEO
S VIDEO
COMPONENT
AUDIO AUDIO
OUT
IN
Y
Y
L
L
PB
R
R
PR
L
L
PB
R
R
PR
DIGITAL
AUDIO
OUT
DIGITAL
AUDIO
OUT
RF cable
SCART cable
(fully wired)
RF OUT
DVD Recorder or VCR
RF IN
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RF cable
Note
Connect to AV1 / AV2 for a DVD Recorder / VCR supporting Q-Link (p. 41).
For HDMI-compatible equipment, possible to connect to HDMI terminals (HDMI1 / HDMI2 / HDMI3) by using
HDMI cable (p. 46).
Q-Link connection p. 40
VIERA Link connection p. 40
Read the manual of the equipment too.
Example 3
Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR and Set top box
TV, DVD Recorder / VCR and Set top box
Rear of the TV
Push until both
side tabs click
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Make sure that
the mains lead is
securely xed.
AC 220-240 V
50 / 60 Hz
To remove from the TV:
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Basic Connection
tabs
Press both tabs
and pull on
mains connector
to release
Mains lead (supplied)
RF cable
HDMI 1
HDMI 2
AV 1
RGB
VIDEO
HDMI 3
AV 2
Quick Start Guide
Aerial
PC
RGB
VIDEO
S VIDEO
COMPONENT
AUDIO AUDIO
OUT
IN
Y
L
L
PB
R
R
PR
DIGITAL
AUDIO
OUT
SCART cable
(fully wired)
RF OUT
DVD Recorder
or VCR
RF IN
RF cable
Fully wired HDMI
compliant cable
SCART cable
(fully wired)
RF OUT
RF cable
RF IN
RF cable
Set top box
RF IN
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Auto Setup
Search and store TV programmes automatically.
These steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed by your local dealer.
1
Plug the TV into mains socket and switch On
2
Select the language
INPUT
(Takes a few seconds to be displayed)
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You can now use the remote
control to turn On the TV or turn
the TV to standby mode.
(Power LED: On)
select
Menüsprache
Deutsch
English
Français
Italiano
Español
Português
Nederlands
Dansk
Svenska
Norsk
Suomi
Türkçe
Еλληνικά
Polski
čeština
Magyar
Slovenčina
Български
Românǎ
Srpski
Hrvatski
Slovenščina
Latviešu
eesti keel
Lietuvių
store
OPTION SD CARD
EXIT
3
Select your country
4
Start Auto Setup
select
Country
France
Norway
Sweden
Others
RETURN
Auto Setup - Digital and Analogue
Digital Scan
Analogue Scan
This will take about 6 minutes.
Channel
Service Name
62
CBBC Channel
62
BBC Radio Wales
62
E4
62
Cartoon Nwk
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33
BBC1
Free TV: 4
Pay TV: 0
5
2
Radio: 0
Searching
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69
41
1
Type
Quality
Free TV
10
Free TV
10
Free TV
10
Free TV
10
Analogue
Analogue
Data: 0
Analogue: 2
EXIT
RETURN
Sending Preset Data
Please wait!
0%
100%
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Remote control unavailable
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TV
Auto Setup will start to search for
TV programmes and store them.
The sorted programme order
depends upon the TV signal,
the broadcasting system and
reception conditions.
Depending on the selected
countries, you may be required to
select the Favourite Network.
If Q-Link, VIERA Link or similar
technology (p. 40), compatible
recorder is connected, programme,
language, country / region settings
are automatically downloaded to
the recorder.
Select the picture setting
Please select your viewing environment.
Home
Shop
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“Shop” and “Home” are equal
to “Dynamic” and “Normal”
respectively - “Viewing Mode” in
“Picture Menu” (p. 24)
select
set
Auto Setup is now complete and your TV is ready for viewing.
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To edit programmes
“Editing Programmes” (p. 30)
Many features available on this TV can be accessed via the On Screen Display
menu.
How to use remote control
MENU
Open the main menu
Move the cursor / select the menu
Access the menu / store settings after adjustments have been made or options
have been set
RETURN
Return to the previous menu
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EXIT
Exit the menu system and return to the normal viewing screen
ON SCREEN HELP Instructions box
Auto Setup
Using the
On Screen
Displays
Quick Start Guide
Move the cursor / adjust levels / select from a range of options
(example: Sound Menu)
Sound Menu
Mode
Bass
Treble
Balance
Headphone Volume
Surround
Volume Correction
Speaker Distance to Wall
MPX
Select
EXIT
Change
RETURN
1/2
Music
Off
Over 30cm
Stereo
Page up
Page down
On-screen operation guide
will help you.
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Note
If tuning has failed “Auto Setup” (p. 33)
If downloading has failed “Download” (p. 26)
To initialize all settings “Shipping Condition” (p. 35)
If you turned the TV Off during Standby mode last time, the TV will be in Standby mode when you turn the TV On
with Mains power On / Off switch.
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Watching TV
INPUT
1
Turn power on
2
Select DVB (Digital Video Broadcasting) or
Analogue mode
(Press for about 1 second)
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OPTION SD CARD
Mains power On / Off switch should be On. (p. 8)
EXIT
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RETURN
Also possible to select the mode using the
TV button on the front panel of the TV. (p. 8)
1 BBC ONE WALES
Coronation Street
20 : 00 ~ 20 : 55
3
20:35
Now
Select a programme
up
or
Profile 1
Change category
For info press
Information banner appears
whenever you select a
programme
For details p. 15
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To select the two or three-digit
programme number, e.g. 39
down
Volume
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(in a short time)
To select from the Programme List
All DVB Services
6
7
8
1
2
3
4
Cartoon Nwk
BBC Radio Wales
BBC Radio Cymru
BBC ONE Wales
BBC THREE
BBCi
CBBC Channel
Select
Connect
EXIT
RETURN
select
programme
watch
Page up
Page down
Select a programme using Information banner (p. 15)
DIRECT TV REC
Possible to conrm the programme name before selecting programmes.
Display Information banner
if it is not displayed
TV
While the banner is displayed,
select the programme
select programme
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Note
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To watch pay-TV
p. 29
watch
Possible to set display
timeout in “Banner Display
Timeout” (p. 27).
Select a programme using Programme Guide (p. 17)
Possible to conrm the Programme Guide or Programme List before
selecting programmes.
This function may not be available in some countries.
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Display Programme Guide
or Programme List
Select the programme
select programme
GUIDE
watch
Other useful functions
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Hold
Freeze / unfreeze picture
Display
subtitles
Display / hide subtitles (if available)
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To change the language for DVB (if available)
“Preferred Subtitles” (p. 27)
Other useful functions
Display Information banner
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Also appears when changing a programme
Event
Programme type
(Radio, Data, HDTV, etc.)
Programme
Example:
1 ZDF
Radio
Coronation Street
20 : 00 ~ 20 : 55
Encrypted
Current time
Category
Profile 1
Change category
For info press
20:35
Now
Dolby D +
45
DVB: Event Start / Finish time
Analogue: Programme status
Features available / Message meanings
Sound mute On
Bad signal
Poor TV signal quality
Encrypted
Scrambled programme
Dolby D +, Dolby D
Dolby Digital Plus or Dolby Digital
audio track
Display
Information
banner
Teletext service available
Multiple image or audio available
Stereo, Mono
Audio mode
1 - 90
Off Timer remaining time
For settings see below
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Subtitle service available
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To conrm another tuned
programme name
To change the category
blue
EXIT
To hide
To change
change
Multi Video (DVB mode)
Allows you to select the image (if available)
Multi Audio (DVB mode)
Allows you to select between alternative
language for sound tracks (if available)
select
Teletext Language (DVB mode)
Allows you to select between alternative
language for teletext (if available)
Watching TV
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OPTION
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To set display timeout
Information on the next event
“Banner Display Timeout” (p. 27)
(DVB mode)
Extra information
(press again to hide the banner)
(DVB mode)
Check or change the current
programme status instantly
Display the
selectable
settings for
the current
programme
To watch the programme
listed in the banner
Viewing
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MPX (Analogue mode)
Sound Menu (p. 25)
Subtitle Language (DVB mode)
Allows you to select the language in which
subtitles should appear (if available)
Volume Correction
Adjusts volume of individual programme or
input mode
Teletext Character Set
Sets the teletext language
Setup Menu (p. 27)
Note
•Turn the TV off automatically after a xed period
Also possible to change the settings in Menu list (p. 25 - 27).
Display the
menu
MENU
Select “Setup”
Main Menu
Select “Off Timer” and set the time
access
VIERA Link
Picture
Off Timer
Sound
Setup
••
•
select
Setup Menu
DVB Profile Edit
DVB Service List
Link Settings
Child Lock
Tuning Menu
Off Timer
Off
Language
Preferred Subtitle Type Standard
Teletext
TOP
1/3
set
select
To cancel Set to “Off” or turn the TV off.
To display the remaining time Information banner (above)
When the remaining time is within 3 minutes, the remaining time will ash on the screen.
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Watching TV
Other useful functions
Aspect selection
Change the aspect ratio
Auto
16:9
14:9
Just
4:3
4:3 Full
Zoom1
Zoom2
Zoom3
Enjoy viewing the picture at its optimum size and aspect.
Display Aspect
Selection list
While the list is displayed,
select the mode
Select
Change
EXIT
RETURN
Aspect
Selection list
store
select
•
To change the mode using the ASPECT button only
(Press repeatedly until you reach the desired mode)
Auto
16:9
The best ratio is chosen
and the picture expanded
to ll the screen.
For details p. 48
14:9
Directly displays the
image at “16:9” without
distortion (anamorphic).
Just
Displays the
image at the standard
“14:9” without distortion.
Change
aspect
ratio
4:3
Displays a “4:3”
image full-screen.
Stretching is only
noticeable at the left and
right edges.
4:3 Full
Displays the image at the
standard “4:3” without
distortion.
Zoom1
Displays a “4:3” image
enlarged horizontally to t
the screen.
HD signal only
•
Zoom2
Displays a “16:9” letterbox
or “4:3” image without
distortion.
Displays a “16:9” letterbox
(anamorphic) image
full-screen without
distortion.
Zoom3
Displays a “2.35:1” letterbox (anamorphic)
image full-screen without distortion. At “16:9”,
displays the image at its maximum
(with slight enlargement).
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Note
Only “16:9” and “4:3 Full” are available in DVB HD programmes.
Only “16:9” and “4:3” are available in PC mode.
Not available in teletext mode.
Aspect mode can be memorized separately for SD (Standard denition) and HD (High
denition) signals.
Using Programme Guide
Using Programme Guide enables you to select programme easily, view event informations, etc.
Programme GuideElectronic Programme Guide (EPG) provides an on-screen listing of the
programmes currently broadcast and the future broadcasts over the next seven days (depending on the
broadcasters).
••
This function varies depending on the country you select (p. 12).
Analogue programmes will be listed after DVB programmes. “D” means DVB programme and “A” means
Analogue programme.
GUIDE
View Programme Guide
Each time pressed, the layout will be changed (Landscape / Portrait).
INPUT
OPTION SD CARD
EXIT
Programme Guide time
Example:
Current date and time
Programme Guide date
Example:
Event
TV Guide
TV Guide
Wed 24.10.2007 10:46
Landscape
All Types
Wed 24.10.2007 10:46
All Services
Wed, 24.10.2007
RETURN
Portrait
All Types
All Services
Wed, 24.10.2007
D 1 BBC O
D 7 BBC T
19:30-20:00 Eastender
20:00-20:30 DIY SOS : We open in the Battersbys
Time: 19:30
1 BBC ONE
Hot Wars
20:00
D
20:30
21:00
Holiday Program
D
7 BBC THR
Eastender
DIY SOS
The Bill
D 14 E4
Emmerdal.
Coronation Street
D 70 CBBC Cha
10 O’ clock News BBC
D 72 Cartoon
Panorama
The Real Hustle
D 105 BBCi
I’m A Celebrity
Eastender
Pepsi Char.
20:00-20:30
DIY SOS
20:30-21:00
The Bill
The Bill
21:00-22:30
Red Cap
22:30-23:00
Live junction
23:00-23:30
POP 100
23:30-00:00
Rugby
Good Bye
Drama
Eastender
Pop Idol
D 719 BBC Radi
Rugby
15 To 1
Select channel
Change display mode
EXIT
Select programme
View
RETURN
-24 Hr
21:30
World
Red Cap
News
Sports
D 14 E4
D 70 CBBC
D 72 Carto
The Bill
Select programme
Change display mode
EXIT
Select channel
View
RETURN
Info
Page up
Page down
+24 Hr
Prog.Type
Category
Info
Page up
Page down
+24 Hr
Prog.Type
Portrait (Displays by time)
Programme
To view details of the event
To the previous day
(DVB mode)
(DVB mode)
red
Select the event
To the next day
(DVB mode)
select
green
To view a programme list of the
select
selected category
(Category list)
watch
Category
All Services
To view a programme list of the
selected type
(DVB mode)
(Type list)
blue
Prog. Type
All Types
To return to TV
EXIT
•
yellow
Press again to return
to Programme Guide.
select
type
All Types
Movie
News
Entertainment
Sport
Children’s
Music
Art/Culture
Social/Economics
Education
Lifestyle
view
All Services
All DVB Services
All Analogue Services
Free Services
Pay Services
TV
Radio
Information
Profile 1
Profile 2
Profile 3
Profile 4
Only Analogue
TV programmes
are listed
select
category
view
Using Programme Guide
Watching TV
Select the event or programme
now on the air
••
•
To watch the programme
TV
Viewing
Landscape (Displays by programme)
Category
To list favourite programmes
p. 31
Note
When this TV is turned on for the rst time, or the TV is switched off for more than a week, it may take some time
before the Programme Guide is completely shown.
Depending on the country you select,
Programme Guide may not be supported
In this case, Programme List will appear.
Programme List
All Analogue Services
6
7
8
1
2
3
4
Cartoon Nwk
BBC Radio Wales
BBC Radio Cymru
BBC ONE Wales
BBC THREE
BBCi
CBBC Channel
Select
Connect
EXIT
RETURN
select
programme
Page up
watch
Page down
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Viewing Teletext
You can enjoy teletext broadcasting, including news, weather forecasts and subtitles, if this service is
provided by the broadcasters.
What is FLOF (FASTEXT) mode?
In FLOF 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.
What is TOP mode? (in case of TOP text broadcasting)
TOP is a particular improvement of the standard teletext service that results in an easier search and effective guide.
Fast overview of the teletext information available
Easy to use step-by-step selection of the topical subject
Page status information at the bottom of the screen
Available page up / down
••
•
red green
To select among subject blocks
blue
To select next subject within the subject block
(After the last subject, it moves to the next subject block.)
yellow
What is List mode?
In List mode, four differently coloured page numbers are situated at the bottom of the screen. Each of these
numbers can be altered and stored in the TV’s memory. (“Store frequently viewed pages”, p. 19)
To change mode
OPTION SD CARD
“Teletext” in Setup Menu (p. 27)
1
Sub page number
Switch to Teletext
•
EXIT
<< 01 02 03 04 05 06 07
Displays Index
(content varies
depending on the
broadcasters)
Current
page
number
>>
17:51 28 Feb
Time / date
TELETEXT
INFORMATION
Colour bar
RETURN
2
Select the page
up
or
or
down
red green yellow blue
(Corresponds to the colour bar)
As the blue bar is displayed
To adjust contrast
MENU
(Press three times)
To return to TV
Using teletext conveniently
Reveal
hidden
data
Reveal hidden words e.g. quiz page answers
Re-hide
MENU
red
red
(TOP)
FULL /
TOP /
BOTTOM
green
(Expand the TOP half)
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(BOTTOM)
MENU
(Expand the BOTTOM half)
Normal (FULL)
Stop automatic updating
HOLD
(If you wish to hold the current page without updating)
To resume
Return to the main index page
INDEX
Call up a
favourite
page
View a favourite page stored
••
Call up the page stored in “blue”.
Factory setting is “P103”.
Watch TV and Teletext in two windows at once
View in
multi
window
•
MENU
(Press twice)
•
Select Picture and text
On or Off
Operations can be made only in Teletext screen.
(List mode only)
Store frequently viewed pages in the colour bar
Store
frequently
viewed
pages
Viewing
As page is
displayed
press
and
hold
Corresponding
colour button
The number changes to white.
To change stored pages
Enter new page number
•
press
and
hold
Viewing Teletext
Colour button you
want to change
View sub page (Only when teletext is more than one page)
Appears at top of
the screen
View sub
page
To view specic sub page
MENU
Enter the
4-digit number
blue
example: P6
•
Sub pages:
The number of sub pages varies depending on the broadcasters (up to 79 pages).
It may take some time for searching, during which time you can watch TV.
View the TV picture while searching for a teletext page
Watch
TV while
waiting
for update
Teletext automatically updates itself when new information becomes available.
Changes to TV screen temporarily
P108
MENU
yellow
•
Appears
when
updating is
completed
yellow
View the
updated
page
(You cannot change the programme.)
The news page provides a function that indicates arrival of latest news (“News Flash”).
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Watching Videos and DVDs
Connect the external equipment (VCRs, DVD equipment, etc.) and you can watch the input.
To connect the equipment p. 10 and p. 11
The Remote Control is capable of operating some functions of selected Panasonic external equipment.
•
1
INPUT
OPTION SD CARD
When connecting with SCART as example 2 or 3 (p. 10 and p. 11)
•
•
•
2
Display the Input select menu
3
Select the input mode connected to the equipment
Input Selection
AV1
AV2/S
AV3/S
COMPONENT
PC
HDMI1
HDMI2
HDMI3
TV
•
•
MULTI WINDOW
DIRECT TV REC
To return to TV
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Receives input signals automatically when playback starts
Input signals are automatically identied by the SCART (pin 8)
terminal.
This function is also available for HDMI connections (p. 46).
If input mode is not switched automatically
Perform
and
Dependant on the setup of the equipment
EXIT
RETURN
Turn the TV on
4
watch
select
You can also select the input using the AV button on the remote
control or the front panel of the TV.
Press the button repeatedly until the desired input is selected.
You can label or skip each input mode “Input Labels” (p. 36)
View
Displays the selected mode
••
Note
If the external equipment has an aspect adjustment function, set to “16:9”.
For details, see the manual of the equipment or ask your local dealer.
Panasonic equipment connected to the TV can be directly operated with the remote control.
VCR / DVD switch
Select VCR to operate Panasonic VCR or DVD equipment
Select DVD to operate Panasonic DVD equipment or Player home theatre
Standby
Set to Standby mode / Turn on
Play
Playback videocassette / DVD
Stop
Stop the operations
Rewind / Skip / Search
VCR: Rewind, view the picture rapidly in reverse
DVD: Skip to the previous track or title
Press and hold to search backward
Record
Start recording
Setting your remote control to operate Panasonic VCR, DVD, etc.
Set the VCR / DVD switch to the appropriate position
Press and hold
during the following operations
Enter the appropriate code for the equipment
to be controlled, see table below
“VCR” position
Equipment
VCR
DVD
••
••
Code
10 (default)
11
“DVD” position
Equipment
DVD
Player home theatre
Watching Videos and DVDs
Programme Up / Down
Select programme
•
Pause
Pause / Resume
DVD: Press and hold to play at slow speed
Viewing
Fast-forward / Skip / Search
VCR: Fast-forward, view the picture rapidly forward
DVD: Skip to the next track or title
Press and hold to search forward
Press
Code
70 (default)
71
Note
Conrm if the remote control works correctly after changing the code.
The codes will be reset to default values if batteries are replaced.
“DVD” means DVD player, DVD recorders and Recorder home theatre.
Some operations may not be possible on some equipment models.
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How to Use Menu Functions
Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions.
INPUT
1
Display the menu
2
Select the menu
•
MENU
Displays the functions that can be set
(varies according to the input signal)
OPTION SD CARD
EXIT
access
Main Menu
VIERA Link
Picture
RETURN
Sound
select
Setup
(example: Picture Menu)
Select the item
3
Picture Menu
1/2
Viewing Mode
Contrast
Brightness
Colour
Sharpness
Tint
Colour Balance
Colour Management
P-NR
Dynamic
select
Warm
Off
Off
(example: Picture Menu)
Adjust or select
4
MULTI WINDOW
Picture Menu
1/2
Viewing Mode
Contrast
Brightness
Colour
Sharpness
Tint
Colour Balance
Colour Management
P-NR
DIRECT TV REC
N
Dynamic
change
store or access
(Required by
some functions)
Warm
Off
Off
(example: Picture Menu)
Choose from among
To reset the settings
alternatives
Number and positions of alternatives
To return to TV
Colour Balance
Normal
Changed
at any time
Adjust using the slide bar
EXIT
Sharpness
To return to the
previous screen
RETURN
•
•
•
Moved
Go to the next screen
Tuning Menu
Access
•
Displays the next screen
To reset the picture settings only
“Reset to Default”
in Picture Menu (p. 24)
To reset the sound settings only
“Reset to Default”
in Sound Menu (p. 25)
To reset the picture and sound
settings together
N Also volume level and
aspect mode are reset
(
To initialize all settings
“Shipping Condition”
in Setup Menu (p. 35)
To change menu Enter characters by free input menu
pages
You can enter names or numbers freely for some items.
up
Set characters
User input
Name
down
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A
U
a
u
B
V
b
v
C
W
c
w
D
X
d
x
E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T
Y Z
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ! : #
e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t
y z ( ) + - . * _
select
set
Store
RETURN
)
Overview
Main Menu
VIERA Link
Picture
VIERA Link Menu
Pause Live TV
Direct TV Rec
VIERA Link Control
Speaker Selection
Access
Start
Recorder
Home Cinema
Sound
Setup
The menu of the accessed
equipment
(p. 43 - 45)
Picture Menu
1/2
Viewing Mode
Contrast
Brightness
Colour
Sharpness
Tint
Colour Balance
Colour Management
P-NR
Dynamic
Warm
Off
Off
Picture Menu
2/2
Off
Set
•
3D-COMB
Reset to Default
How to Use Menu Functions
(picture, sound quality, etc.)
(p. 24)
1/2
Sound Menu
Mode
Bass
Treble
Balance
Headphone Volume
Surround
Volume Correction
Speaker Distance to Wall
MPX
Music
Off
Over 30cm
Stereo
Sound Menu
2/2
Auto
Auto
0dB
Auto
Set
Audio Preference
SPDIF Selection
MPEG Optical Level
HDMI1 Input
Reset to Default
(p. 25)
Setup Menu
1/3
Auto
Access
Access
Access
Access
Access
Access
Off
Access
Standard
TOP
Setup Menu
VIERA Link
Q-Link
AV2 out
Power off Link
Power on Link
Download
West
Access
Access
Access
Off
Off
On
Access
3 seconds
Setup Menu
Time Zone
Refresh Rate
Software License
System Information
Link Settings
Only available items can be selected.
(p. 26)
Tuning Menu
Auto Setup
DVB Manual Tuning
Analogue Manual Tuning
Add New DVB Services
Favourite Network
New Service Message
DVB Signal Condition
Add DVB Services
3/3
Auto
100Hz
Access
Access
Access
(p. 26 and p. 27)
•
On
AV2
TV
Set
Set
Access
2/3
Teletext Character Set
Shipping Condition
Common Interface
System Update
Power Save
Side Panel
Picture Overscan
Input Labels
Banner Display Timeout
Advanced
AV Colour System
DVB Profile Edit
DVB Service List
Analogue Service List
Link Settings
Child Lock
Tuning Menu
Off Timer
Language
Preferred Subtitle Type
Teletext
Access
Access
Access
Access
Access
On
Access
Access
(p. 26 and p. 32)
Language
OSD Language
Preferred Audio 1
Preferred Audio 2
Preferred Subtitles 1
Preferred Subtitles 2
Preferred Teletext
Access
English
English
English
English
English
(p. 27)
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How to Use Menu Functions
Menu list
Menu
Item
Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives)
VIERA Link
Pause Live TV
Direct TV Rec
VIERA Link Control
Controls the connected equipment with VIERA Link function, and enables various
convenient recording, playback, etc. (p. 43 - 45)
You can also access VIERA Link Menu directly using the VIERA Link button on the
remote control.
•
Speaker Selection
Viewing Mode
Basic picture mode (Dynamic / Normal / Cinema / Eco)
Dynamic : Provides enhanced picture contrast and sharpness when viewing in a bright room
Normal : Recommended for viewing under normal ambient room lighting conditions
Cinema : For watching movies in a darkened room producing a cinema-like picture
Eco
: Adjusts picture settings automatically dependent on ambient lighting conditions
Set for each input signal
•
Contrast, Brightness, Increases or decreases the levels of these options according to your personal preference
Colour, Sharpness
Picture
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Tint
With an NTSC signal source connected to the TV, the picture hue can be adjusted to
suit your taste
For NTSC signal reception only
Colour Balance
Allows you to set the overall colour tone of the picture (Cool / Normal / Warm)
Colour Management
Automatically adjusts colours to vivid ones (Off / On)
Not valid on PC signal
P-NR
Picture Noise Reduction
Automatically reduces unwanted picture noise and icker noise in the contoured parts of
a picture (Off / Min / Mid / Max)
Not valid on PC signal
3D-COMB
Occasionally, whilst viewing still or slow moving pictures, colour patterning may be seen
Set to “On” to display sharper and more accurate colours (Off / On)
For PAL or NTSC signal reception only
Not valid on RGB, S-Video, Component, PC, HDMI and SD Card
Reset to Default
Press the OK button to reset the present Picture Mode to the default settings
•
•
•
••
Menu list
Menu
Item
Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives)
Mode
Basic sound mode (Music / Speech)
Bass
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 / On)
Provides a dynamic enhancer to simulate improved spatial effects
Switching is also possible by the Surround button on the remote control (p. 9).
Volume Correction
Adjusts volume of individual programme or input mode
Speaker Distance to
Wall
Adjusts the low frequency sound (Over 30cm / Up to 30cm)
If the back space between the TV and wall is over 30 cm, “Over 30cm” is recommended.
If the back space between the TV and wall is within 30 cm, “Up to 30cm” is recommended.
MPX
Select stereo / monaural (Mono / Stereo)
Normally: Stereo
Stereo signal cannot be received: Mono
M1 / M2: Available while mono signal is transmitted
Analogue mode only
•
•
••
MPEG Optical Level
Normally, MPEG sound is larger comparing with the other types of audio track
You can adjust the audio level of MPEG output from DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal as
the initial setting
0dB to -12dB in -2dB reductions
DVB mode only
HDMI1 Input
Select to t the input signal (Auto / Digital / Analogue) (p. 48)
Auto
: Automatic detection of digital or analogue sound source
Digital
: HDMI cable connection
Analogue : HDMI-DVI adapter cable connection
HDMI input mode only
HDMI2 / 3 terminals are for digital signal only
No setting for HDMI2 / 3 available
Reset to Default
Press the OK button to reset the present Sound Mode to the default settings
Advanced
SPDIF Selection
Selects the initial setting for digital audio output signal from DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal
(Auto / PCM)
Auto : Dolby Digital Plus and Dolby Digital are output as Dolby Digital Bitstream.
HE-AAC (48 kHz) is output as DTS.
MPEG is output as PCM.
PCM : Digital output signal is xed to PCM.
DVB mode only
•
•
•
•
•
How to Use Menu Functions
(picture, sound quality, etc.)
Sound
Audio Preference
Selects the initial setting for audio tracks (Auto / MPEG)
Auto : Automatically selects the audio tracks if programme has more than two tracks.
The priority is given in the following order - Dolby Digital Plus, HE-AAC, Dolby
Digital, MPEG.
MPEG : The priority is given to MPEG as long as the programme contains MPEG audio.
Dolby Digital Plus and Dolby Digital are the methods of coding digital signals
developed by Dolby Laboratories. Apart from stereo (2ch) audio, these signals can be
multi-channel audio.
HE-AAC is a perceptual coding method used to compress digital audio for efcient
storage and transmission.
MPEG is an audio compression method that compresses audio to the smaller size
without any considerable loss of audio quality.
Dolby Digital Plus and HE-AAC are the technologies for HD (High denition)
programmes.
DVB mode only
•
••
••
••
••
••
•
A different menu will be displayed while PC or SD Card is used. (p. 37 and p. 39)
Only available items can be selected.
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How to Use Menu Functions
Menu list
Menu
Item
Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives)
AV Colour System
Selects optional colour system based on video signals in AV mode
(Auto / PAL / SECAM / M.NTSC / NTSC)
DVB Prole Edit
Creates list of favourite programmes (p. 31)
DVB Service List
Skips the unwanted DVB programmes (p. 31)
Analogue Service List Skips the unwanted Analogue programmes or edits Analogue programmes (p. 31)
Link Settings
Setup
VIERA Link
Sets to use VIERA Link functions (Off / On) (p. 42)
Q-Link
Selects which AV terminal is to be used for data communication between this TV and a
compatible recorder (AV1 / AV2) (p. 41)
Select the connected terminal to the recorder even it is not compatible with Q-Link.
AV1 / AV2 out
Chooses the signal to be transmitted from the TV to Q-Link
(TV / AV1 / AV2 / AV3 / Monitor)
Monitor: Image displayed on screen
Component, PC and HDMI signals cannot be outputted.
Power off Link
Sets to use Power off Link function (No / Set) (p. 41 and p. 42)
Power on Link
Sets to use Power on Link function (No / Set) (p. 41 and p. 42)
Download
Downloads programme, language, country / region settings to a Q-Link or VIERA Link
compatible equipment connected to the TV
Child Lock
Tuning Menu
26
•
••
Locks a programme / AV input to prevent access to it (p. 34)
Auto Setup
Automatically sets the programmes received in the area (p. 33)
DVB Manual
Tuning
Sets the DVB programmes manually (p. 33)
Analogue
Manual Tuning
Sets the Analogue programmes manually (p. 33)
Add New DVB
Services
Adds new DVB services (p. 33)
Favourite
Network
Selects your favourite network for each broadcasters
New Service
Message
Selects whether to give a notication message when a new DVB service is found (p. 33)
DVB Signal
Condition
Checks the DVB signal condition (p. 33)
Add DVB
Services
Retunes all TV programmes to add DVB services
All the previous tuning settings are erased.
Use this function if DVB services start in your area.
••
Menu list
Menu
Item
Off Timer
Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives)
Sets the time the TV automatically turns Off (Off / 15 / 30 / 45 / 60 / 75 / 90 minutes)
Language
OSD Language
Changes language for on-screen displays
Preferred Audio
1/2
Selects the preferred language for DVB multi audio (depending on the broadcaster)
Preferred
Subtitles 1 / 2
Selects the preferred language for DVB subtitles (depending on the broadcaster)
To display subtitles p. 14
•
Preferred Teletext Selects the preferred language for DVB teletext service (depending on the broadcaster)
Teletext
Teletext display mode (TOP (FLOF) / List) (p. 18)
Teletext Character
Set
Selects teletext language (West / East1 / East2)
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.
Shipping Condition
Resets all settings, for example, when moving house (p. 35)
Common Interface
Uses include to watch pay-TV (p. 29)
System Update
Downloads new software to TV (p. 29)
Power Save
Reduces brightness of picture to economise on power consumption (Off / On)
Side Panel
Increases the brightness of the side panel (Off / Low / Mid / High)
The recommended setting is “High” to prevent panel “image retention”.
Picture Overscan
Selects the screen area displaying the image (Off / On)
On : Enlarged the image to hide the edge of the image.
Off : Displayed the image in the original size.
Set to “On” if noise is generated on the edge of the screen.
This function is available when aspect is set to Auto (16:9 signal only) or 16:9.
This function can be memorized separately for SD (Standard denition) and HD (High
denition) signals.
Input Labels
Labels or skips each input terminal (p. 36)
Banner Display
Timeout
Sets how long the information banner (p. 15) stays on screen
0 (No display) to 10 sec. in 1-sec. increments
Time Zone
Adjusts the time data (p. 29)
Refresh Rate
Changes the image processing of the panel (depending on the input signal)
(50Hz / 100Hz)
Set to “100Hz” normally
Software License
Displays the software licence information
System Information
Displays the system information of this TV
•
•
••
•
How to Use Menu Functions
(picture, sound quality, etc.)
Selects the preferred subtitle type (Standard / Hard of Hearing)
“Hard of Hearing” provides aids in understanding and enjoyment with DVB subtitles
(depending on the broadcaster).
“Preferred Subtitles 1 / 2” in “Language” are given priority.
•
Setup
•
••
•
Advanced
••
Preferred Subtitle
Type
•
•
A different menu will be displayed while PC or SD Card is used. (p. 37 and p. 39)
Only available items can be selected.
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DVB Settings (DVB mode)
DVB Settings provide access to various advanced features.
1
If in Analogue mode
Select DVB
INPUT
OPTION SD CARD
EXIT
2
Display the menu
3
Select “Setup”
MENU
RETURN
access
Main Menu
VIERA Link
Picture
Sound
select
Setup
4
Select “Common Interface”, “System Update”
or “Time Zone”
Setup Menu
Teletext Character Set
Shipping Condition
Common Interface
System Update
Power Save
Side Panel
Picture Overscan
Input Labels
Banner Display Timeout
2/3
Access
Access
Off
Off
On
TV
To return to TV
EXIT
28
5
Set
select
3 seconds
Setup Menu
Time Zone
Refresh Rate
Software License
System Information
access
West
3/3
Auto
100Hz
Access
The Common Interface Module menu provides access to software contained on Common
Interface (CI) Modules.
This function may not be available in some countries or regions.
Although CI module may enable you to view some services, this TV does not guarantee all
services (e.g. pay-TV).
Please use only the approved CI module by the broadcaster.
Consult your local Panasonic dealer or broadcasters for more information and conditions of
the services.
Caution
Common
Interface
Turn Off Mains power On / Off switch
whenever inserting or removing the CI
module.
If a view card and a card reader
come as a set, rst insert the card
reader, then insert the view card into
the card reader.
Do not insert the module up side down.
CI slot
Insert or
remove
straightly and
completely
CI module
Rear of the TV
Insert the CI module (optional)
The features that appear on screen are dependent on the contents of the selected CI
module.
Normally pay-TV services will appear without and .
If pay-TV service does not appear, perform and .
For more details, see the manual of the CI module, or check with the broadcaster.
Access “Common Interface”
Common Interface
Slot 1:
Off
Module inserted
2 of 2
Follow the on-screen instructions
•
example: select, go
Coloured characters
On-screen operation guide
may not correspond to the
remote control buttons.
•
•
•
•
DVB Settings (DVB)
(pay-TV, software update, time adjustment)
Pay-TV
•
•
•
red green yellow blue
Download new software to TV.
For details p. 49
•
Update
TV’s
software
system
System
Update
Select “Auto Update Search in Standby” and then set “On” or “Off”
System Update
Auto Update Search in Standby On
System Update Search Now
set
•
select
On: Automatically performs
a search in standby and
downloads an update, if any
software updates are available
To update immediately
Select
“System Update Search Now”
access
select
Adjust the
time data
automatically
Time Zone
Advanced
If System Update is performed, the software will be updated (it may change TV
functions). If you do not wish to do so, set “Auto Update Search in Standby” to Off.
Searches for an update
(for several mins.) and
displays a corresponding
message if any
Download
•
Download may take
for about 20 mins.
Set the time
Auto
set
select
: The time data will be adjusted according to your
area automatically.
Others : The time data will be corrected based on GMT.
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Editing Programmes
You can make your favourite programme lists and skip unwanted programmes, etc.
1
Select DVB or Analogue
••
“DVB Prole Edit” and “DVB Service List” are available in DVB mode only.
“Analogue Service List” is available in Analogue mode only.
INPUT
OPTION SD CARD
EXIT
2
Display the menu
3
Select “Setup”
MENU
RETURN
access
Main Menu
VIERA Link
Picture
Sound
select
Setup
4
Select “DVB Profile Edit”, “DVB Service List” or
“Analogue Service List”
Setup Menu
DVB Profile Edit
DVB Service List
Analogue Service List
Link Settings
Child Lock
Tuning Menu
Off Timer
Language
Preferred Subtitle Type
TV
To return to TV
EXIT
30
5
Set
1/3
access
Access
Access
Access
select
Off
Standard
Create your favourite programme list (Prole) from various broadcasters (up to 4: Prole 1 to 4).
The list is added to “Category” in Programme Guide (p. 17) and information banner (p. 15)
and then easily accessed.
Select a programme and add it to the list
Profile Editor
Wed 12/05/04 10:46
All DVB Services
1
7
14
70
72
105
719
720
List
favourite
programmes
DVB
Profile Edit
green
Profile 1
BBC One Wales
BBC THREE
E4
CBBC Channel
Cartoon Nwk
BBCi
BBC Radio Wales
BBC Radio Cymru
Profile Editor
To change
the category
To display
another Prole
•
select
To add all
programmes
to the list
Profile 1
BBC One Wales
BBC THREE
E4
CBBC Channel
Cartoon Nwk
BBCi
BBC Radio Wales
BBC Radio Cymru
yellow
1 BBC One Wales
A programme is added
blue
red
To edit Prole
Select the field of Profile to edit and:
(DVB mode)
RETURN
Select the character
red
To move the programme
To delete all programmes
Select the new position
Conrm green
yellow
blue
You can hide unwanted services. The deleted services cannot be displayed except in this
function. Use this function to skip unwanted programmes.
“DVB Service List” is listed all tuned DVB programmes in DVB mode.
“Analogue Service List” is listed all tuned Analogue programmes in Analogue mode.
••
Select a service and add / delete
DVB
Service List
70
72
105
719
720
1
7
Analogue
Service List
CBBC Channel
Cartoon Nwk
BBCi
BBC Radio Wales
BBC Radio Cymru
BBC ONE Wales
BBC THREE
•
add / delete
DVB Service List
select
To retune each programme
(Manual Tuning)
(p. 33)
red
:add
:delete (skip)
Select the programme to edit
Programme position
Name
Analogue Service List
Edit analogue
programmes
(Change
name, Move)
Analogue
Service List
1 BBC1
2 *****
3 *****
4
5
6
7
3 FTP
select
Coronation Street
CH30
23:35
Advanced
You can change the programme name and programme position for Analogue programmes.
This function is available in Analogue mode.
If a VCR is connected only with the RF cable, edit “VCR”.
••
Editing Programmes
To delete the programme
green
•
•
•
•
•
To name the Prole
Skip
unwanted
programmes
Wed 12/05/04 10:46
All DVB Services
1
7
14
70
72
105
719
720
All Analogue Services
Change category
Edit
To change the name displayed when selecting programmes
Select
“Rename”
Set characters
Store
select
Edit Service Name
RETURN
Name
green
A
U
a
u
set
B
V
b
v
C
W
c
w
D
X
d
x
E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T
Y Z
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ! : #
e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t
y z ( ) + - . * _
(maximum: ve characters)
To move the programme position
Select new position
yellow
Store
yellow
select
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Tuning Programmes
You can retune all the TV programmes when moving house or search for new services which may have
recently started broadcasting.
INPUT
OPTION SD CARD
1
Select DVB or Analogue
2
Display the menu
3
Select “Setup”
•
•
“DVB Manual Tuning”, “Add New DVB Services”, “New Service
Message” and “DVB Signal Condition” are available in DVB
mode only.
“Analogue Manual Tuning” is available in Analogue mode only.
MENU
EXIT
RETURN
access
Main Menu
VIERA Link
Picture
Sound
select
Setup
4
5
To return to TV
Select “Tuning Menu”
Setup Menu
1/3
DVB Profile Edit
DVB Service List
Link Settings
Child Lock
Tuning Menu
Off Timer
Language
Preferred Subtitle Type
Teletext
select
Access
Off
Standard
TOP
Select a function
access
Tuning Menu
Auto Setup
DVB Manual Tuning
Analogue Manual Tuning
Add New DVB Services
New Service Message
DVB Signal Condition
Access
Access
Access
Access
On
Access
EXIT
6
Set
For Auto Setup, using the buttons on the front of the TV (p. 8)
Press repeatedly until “Auto Setup” appears
Access “Auto Setup”
Start “Auto Setup”
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access
•
To return to TV
select
Automatically retune all DVB or Analogue programmes received in the area.
Only DVB programmes are retuned in DVB mode.
Only Analogue programmes are retuned in Analogue mode.
If a Child Lock PIN number (p. 34) has been set, it must be entered.
••
•
Set all DVB
or Analogue
programmes
automatically
Start Auto Setup
Settings are made automatically
Auto Setup - Digital
Auto Setup
Scan
All digital tuning data will be erased
Start Auto Setup
5
EXIT
RETURN
Auto Setup
Free TV: 4
Pay TV: 0
Type
Free TV
Free TV
Free TV
Free TV
Radio: 0
Searching
••
••
Set DVB
programme
manually
69
This will take about 3 minutes.
Channel
Service Name
62
CBBC Channel
62
BBC Radio Wales
62
E4
62
Cartoon Nwk
Quality
10
10
10
10
Data: 0
All the previous tuning settings are erased.
The programme, language, country / region settings are downloaded to a Q-Link or
VIERA Link compatible equipment connected to the TV.
When the operation is completed, the programme at programme position “1” will be displayed.
If tuning has not been done completely “DVB Manual Tuning”, “Analogue Manual Tuning”
Normally use “Auto Setup” or “Add New DVB Services” to add DVB programmes to your
service list.
If tuning has not been done completely or for adjusting the direction of the aerial, use this function.
select channel
DVB Manual Tuning
Frequency
Signal
Quality
Analogue
Scan
Signal Strength
Prog.
Service Name
474,00 MHz
[CH21]
0
21
0
1068
10
Type
New
DVB Manual
Tuning
Pay TV: 0
Radio: 0
Stopped
•
Data: 0
All services found will be added to the
DVB Service List.
•
Free TV: 0
adjust frequency (set where the level of
“Signal Quality” becomes the maximum)
search
Use to make small adjustments to the tuning of an individual programme (affected by
weather conditions, etc.)
Manual Tuning
Set Analogue
programme
manually
Analogue
Manual Tuning
Set Analogue programme manually after Auto Setup.
Set Sound System and Colour System, and then perform this function.
Normally set Colour System “Auto”.
If a VCR is connected only with the RF cable, select programme position “0”.
•
•
Analogue Manual Tuning
1 BBC1
Fine Tuning
Manual Tuning
Sound System
Colour System
SC1: PAL B, G, H / SECAM B, G
SC2: PAL I
SC3: PAL D, K / SECAM D, K
F: SECAM L / L’
Select the programme
Search and store
CH33
2
78
1
41
CH33
SC1
Auto
Select the programme position
Tuning Programmes
Fine Tuning
search
store
Add New
DVB Services
Display a
notication
message
Any new services found will be added to the DVB Service List.
Add New DVB Services
Scan
Analogue Scan
5
21
69
68
This will take about 3 minutes.
Channel
Service Name
Free TV: 0
Pay TV: 0
Type
Radio: 0
Searching
Quality
•
The new service is added with the current settings
saved as they are.
Advanced
Add DVB
programme
automatically
Data: 0
Selects whether to give a notication message when a new DVB service is found. (Off / On)
New DVB service found!
Press OK to add new service.
Press EXIT to ignore.
New Service
Message
Selects a programme and checks the DVB signal condition.
To change the programme
Check
DVB signal
DVB Signal
Condition
•
DVB Signal Condition
DVB Programme
[CH70] CBBC Channel
0
10
Signal Quality
0
10
Signal Strength
A good Signal Strength is not an indication of
suitable signal for DVB reception. Please use
the Signal Quality indicator as follows:
Signal Quality:
Green bar Good
Yellow bar Poor
Red bar Bad (Check the aerial)
••
•
33
Control Programme Audience
You can lock specific programmes / AV input terminals and control who watches them.
(When the locked programme / input is selected, a message appears; by entering the PIN number, you
can watch it.)
INPUT
OPTION SD CARD
1
Display the menu
2
Select “Setup”
MENU
EXIT
RETURN
access
Main Menu
VIERA Link
Picture
Sound
select
Setup
3
To return to TV
4
EXIT
Select “Child Lock”
Setup Menu
Access
select
Off
Standard
TOP
Set
Enter the PIN number (4 digits)
•
•
Child Lock-PIN Entry
Please enter new PIN
PIN
* * * *
Select “Child Lock List”
access
Child Lock
Change PIN
Child Lock List
Parental Rating
access
1/3
DVB Profile Edit
DVB Service List
Link Settings
Child Lock
Tuning Menu
Off Timer
Language
Preferred Subtitle Type
Teletext
Access
No Limit
Parental Rating
•
The availability of this function
depends on the country you
select (p. 12).
Select an age for the restriction of
events.
If the DVB event has the rated
information for over the selected
age, you have to enter the PIN
number to watch (depending on
the broadcaster).
select
Control
programme
audience
Child Lock
Select the programme / input to be locked
set
Child Lock List - Services and AV
Name
1 BBC One Wales
7 BBC THREE
14 E4
VCR
1 BBC1
2 *****
AV1
AV2/S
Type
Free TV
Free TV
Free TV
Analogue
Analogue
Analogue
AV
AV
Lock
To change the PIN number
34
•
•
To cancel
Select the locked programme /
input
select
Appears when the programme / input is locked
Select “Change PIN” in
Enter the PIN number twice at rst
setting.
Make a note of the PIN number in
case you forget it.
•
•
To lock all
yellow
To cancel all locks
and enter a new PIN number twice.
Note
Setting “Shipping Condition” (p. 35) erases the PIN number and all settings.
blue
Restore Settings
Resets the TV to its original condition, i.e. no programmes tuned in.
All settings (programmes, picture, sound quality, etc.) are reset.
INPUT
OPTION SD CARD
1
Display the menu
2
Select “Setup”
MENU
EXIT
RETURN
access
Main Menu
•
VIERA Link
Sound
select
Setup
To return to TV
4
EXIT
•
3
Select “Shipping Condition”
Setup Menu
Teletext Character Set
Shipping Condition
Common Interface
System Update
Power Save
Side Panel
Picture Overscan
Input Labels
Banner Display Timeout
2/3
access
West
Access
Off
Off
On
select
3 seconds
Set
Shipping Condition
Shipping
Condition
Advanced
Check the message and initialise
Restore
Settings
Restore Settings
Control Programme Audience
Picture
All tuning data will be erased
Are you sure?
Are you sure?
Confirm
EXIT
RETURN
Follow the on-screen instructions
•
“Auto Setup” will automatically start when Mains power On / Off switch is next
turned On. (p. 12)
To retune TV programmes only, e.g. after moving house
“Auto Setup” (p. 33)
35
Input Labels
For easier identication and selection of the input mode, you can label each input terminals or skip
terminal that is not connected to any equipment.
To select the input mode p. 20
•
1
Display the menu
2
Select “Setup”
MENU
INPUT
OPTION SD CARD
EXIT
RETURN
access
Main Menu
VIERA Link
Picture
Sound
select
Setup
3
4
Select “Input Labels”
Setup Menu
EXIT
West
select
Off
Off
On
Access
3 seconds
Select a input terminal and set
Input Labels
AV1
AV2/S
AV3/S
COMPONENT
PC
HDMI1
HDMI2
HDMI3
TV
To return to TV
access
2/3
Teletext Character Set
Shipping Condition
Common Interface
System Update
Power Save
Side Panel
Picture Overscan
Input Labels
Banner Display Timeout
DVD
AV2/S
AV3/S
COMPONENT
PC
HDMI1
HDMI2
HDMI3
set
select
The labels you set will be displayed in “Input Selection” menu (p. 20) or banner.
If “Skip” is selected, you cannot select the mode.
•
User input
You can name each input terminals freely.
Select “User input”
Set characters
select
RETURN
Name
select
access
Store
User input
set
A
U
a
u
B
V
b
v
C
W
c
w
D
X
d
x
E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T
Y Z
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ! : #
e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t
y z ( ) + - . * _
(maximum: ten characters)
36
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. 46
•
INPUT
1
Select the external input
2
Select “PC”
OPTION SD CARD
EXIT
RETURN
access
Input Selection
select
Corresponding signals p. 51
If “H-freq.” or “V-freq.” is shown in red,
the signals may not be supported.
•
To return to TV
PC menu setting (changed as desired)
•
Menu
To make settings
Displaying PC Screen on TV
Input Labels
••
•
AV1
AV2/S
AV3/S
COMPONENT
PC
HDMI1
HDMI2
HDMI3
TV
“How to Use Menu Functions”
Item
to
Adjustments / Configurations (options)
Picture
W/B High R
White balance of bright red area
W/B High B
White balance of bright blue area
Advanced W/B Low R
PC
W/B Low B
Settings
(p. 22)
White balance of dark red area
and
repeatedly adjusted
White balance of dark blue area
(S Curve / 2.0 / 2.2 / 2.5)
Reset to
Default
Press the OK button to reset to the default Picture settings
Input
Resolution
(640 × 480 pixels), WVGA (852 × 480 pixels),
• VGA
XGA (1,024 × 768 pixels), WXGA (1,366 × 768 pixels)
• Options change depending on signals
Clock
Set to the minimum level if noise occurs
Switches to a wide view
Advanced
Gamma
Adjusts horizontal position
H-pos
Setup
PC
Setup
Adjusts vertical position
V-pos
Clock Phase
Sync
Reset to
Default
•
Other items
p. 24 - 27
Eliminates icker and distortion
• Adjust after Clock adjustment
• Set to the minimum level if noise occurs
Chooses another synchronous signal if the image is distorted (H & V / On G)
horizontal and vertical signals from your PC
• HOn&GV :: byby the
the green signal from your PC (if available)
Press the OK button to reset to the default Setup settings
37
Viewing from SD Card
Still images recorded by digital cameras will be displayed.
1
Insert the SD Card
2
Enter SD mode (Photo View Mode)
3
Select the photo to be viewed
•
Warning message for output signal is displayed.
•
All photos in SD Card are displayed by thumbnail.
INPUT
OPTION SD CARD
EXIT
Selected
photo
Error display
(images that could not be loaded, etc.)
select
Photo View Mode
All pictures
RETURN
1/175
p1010001
Filename
p1010001
Date
23/10/2007
Pixel
1600 x 1200
p1010002
p1010003
p1010004
view
p1010005
p1010006
p1010007
p1010008
p1010009
p1010010
p1010011
p1010012
Reading
Select
EXIT
Select
RETURN
View
Slide show
Sort by Month
Sort by Date
(Thumbnail)
Selected photo information is displayed
The maximum number of characters for Filename is 8.
The photo without record of the date is shown “**/**/****”.
•
Slide show
p. 39
••
To sort by date or month recorded
(Sort by Month / Sort by Date)
Display the thumbnail grouped by
the same date or the same month
yellow
blue
•
Select the group to be
viewed
(Sort by Month)
select
(Sort by Date)
view the
thumbnail of the
selected group
Note
The group of the photos without record of the date is shown as
“Unknown”.
TV
4
ToEXIT
return to TV
SD CARD
View
OPTION
To display the operation guide
or
To the previous photo
Displayed one at a time
Rotate 90 (anti-clockwise)
or
To the next photo
Single view
Rotate
Rotate 90 (clockwise)
EXIT
Select
List
Rotate
Slide show
•
To return to thumbnail
RETURN
Operation guide
Caution
38
•
During the operation, no signals are output from the monitor output terminals.
(Photos)
•
For details on SD Cards
p. 49
To remove
To insert
SD
Card
Label surface
Push until a click is heard
Press the centre of the card
Slide show
Start Slide show (operate in step
or
)
Select the photo for the first view
Start Slide show
red
green
Slide show is done within the same group if started from the view of the group.
Slide show settings (operate in step
or
Display the
Select “Viewing Setup”
menu
)
Select the items and set
access
Main Menu
Picture
Interval
Repeat
Viewing Setup
Menu
set
Viewing Setup
MENU
Item
•
5 seconds
Off
select
select
“Picture Menu” (p. 24)
Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives)
Viewing
Setup
Interval
Select slide show interval (5 / 10 / 15 / 30 / 60 / 90 / 120 seconds)
Repeat
Slide show repeat (Off / On)
••
••
••
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.
Back up the recorded data at regular intervals in case of deteriorated or damaged data or erratic operation of the
TV. (Panasonic is not liable for any deterioration or damage of recorded data.)
Advanced
Cautions in handling SD Card
Viewing from SD Card
(Photos)
•
Note
•
• To pause
• To return to Single view
On screen messages
Message
Cannot read le
Is SD Card in?
No valid le to play
Over 9999 pictures found
Meaning / Action
••
•
•
•
The le is broken or unreadable.
The TV does not support the format.
(For the applicable formats and data, see p. 49.)
Insert a SD Card.
The card has no data.
Maximum valid number of photos is 9,999.
39
Link Functions (
)
Q-Link
VIERA Link
Q-Link connects the TV and DVD Recorder / VCR, and enables easy recording, playback, etc. (p. 41)
VIERA Link (HDAVI ControlTM) connects the TV and the equipment with VIERA Link function, and
enables easy control, convenient recording, playback, etc. (p. 42 - 45)
You can use Q-Link and VIERA Link functions together.
Summary of Q-Link and VIERA Link functions
Connection
Features
Q-Link
(SCART connection)
Preset download
Easy playback
Power on link
Power off link
Speaker control
Control the menu of the
connected equipment by
VIERA remote control
Direct TV Recording
Pause Live TV programme
VIERA Link
(HDMI connection only)
VIERA Link
(SCART and HDMI connection)
-
O∗∗
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
-
O∗
O∗
O
O
O
O
:Available with the equipment which has “HDAVI Control 2” or “HDAVI Control 3” function.
:Available with the equipment which has “HDAVI Control 3” function.
O
O∗∗
O∗∗
Connections
Read the manual of the equipment, too.
Q-Link
SCART cable
•
•
•
DVD Recorder / VCR
with Q-Link function
Connect the DVD Recorder / VCR supporting Q-Link to the
TV’s AV1 or AV2 terminal via a fully wired SCART cable.
VIERA Link
HDMI cable
SCART cable
Use fully wired SCART cable.
HDMI cable
Use fully wired HDMI compliant cable.
Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be
utilized.
Recommended Panasonic’s HDMI cable
part number:
• RP-CDHG10 (1.0 m)
• RP-CDHG15 (1.5 m)
• RP-CDHG20 (2.0 m)
• RP-CDHG30 (3.0 m)
• RP-CDHG50 (5.0 m)
DIGA Recorder / HD Video Camera
with VIERA Link function
•
•
•
SCART cable
Connect the equipment supporting VIERA Link to the TV’s AV1, AV2, HDMI1, HDMI2 or HDMI3 terminals via
fully wired SCART and HDMI cables together.
Some functions are available only with HDMI cable connection. But use both HDMI and SCART cables to
support many features normally.
For Speaker control (Home Cinema)
To use Amplier
Speaker system
HDMI cable
HDMI
cable
Optical digital
audio cable
or
RCA cable
40
To use Player theatre
HDMI cable
Amplier with
VIERA Link
function
HDMI
cable
SCART cable
HD Video Camera with
VIERA Link function
•
DIGA Recorder with
VIERA Link function
Optical digital
audio cable
or
RCA cable
Speaker system
Player theatre with
VIERA Link function
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. 40
Set up the DVD Recorder / VCR. Read the manual of the equipment.
Q-Link terminal setup in Setup Menu “Q-Link” (p. 26), “AV1 / AV2 out” (p. 26)
Download preset - programme, language, country / region setting (Preset download)
“Download” (p. 26) or “Auto Setup” (p. 33) or “Auto Setup” - when first using the TV (p. 12)
Features available
Some recorders are not applicable. Read the manual of the recorder.
Recording the current programme in DVD Recorder / VCR immediately.
•
Available conditions:
Current mode
Analogue
What you see
is What you
record
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•
•
Recorder
Recorder’s tuner
-
Recorder’s
external input
-
TV monitor out
When Direct TV Recording is performed, the
recorder is automatically turned on if it is in Standby
mode.
Changing programme or turning off the TV is
available while the recorder is recording from its
own tuner.
Changing programme is not available while the
recorder is recording from the TV tuner.
Turning off the TV will stop the recording if the
recording from an AV source connected to the TV.
•
Direct TV
Recording -
How to record
TV monitor out
Recorder’s tuner
TV monitor out
Link Functions
(Q-Link / VIERA Link)
DIRECT TV REC
DVB
AV
(watching recorder’s
tuner)
AV
(watching recorder’s
external input)
AV
(watching TV’s
external input)
Using tuner
TV
Recorder
TV
To stop recording
GUIDE
EXIT
Recording information or if recording is not possible, a message is displayed.
Power
on link
and Easy
playback
Set Power on Link “Set” in Setup Menu to use this function
“Power on Link” (p. 26)
When DVD Recorder / VCR starts playback or direct navigator / function menu
for the equipment are activated, the TV is turned on and input mode is switched
automatically so that you can view the content. (Only when TV is in Standby mode.)
Power off
link
Advanced
Information
/ Message
Set Power off Link “Set” in Setup Menu to use this function
“Power off Link” (p. 26)
When TV is set to Standby mode, the recorder is also automatically set to
Standby. (Only when the videocassette or DVD is not active.)
•
This function will work even if the TV enters standby mode automatically by Off Timer
function or auto power standby function.
• “DATA LOGIC” (a trademark of Metz Corporation)
• “Easy Link” (a trademark of Philips Corporation)
• “Megalogic” (a trademark of Grundig Corporation)
• “SMARTLINK” (a trademark of Sony Corporation)
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Link Functions (
VIERA Link “
)
Q-Link
VIERA Link
ControlTM”
Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with Panasonic products which have “HDAVI Control” function.
This TV supports “HDAVI Control 3” 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.
These features are limited to models incorporating “HDAVI Control” and “VIERA Link”.
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Some functions are not available depending on the equipment’s version of HDAVI Control. Please conrm the
connected equipment’s version of HDAVI Control.
VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”, based on the control functions provided by HDMI which is an industry standard
known as HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control), is a unique function that we have developed and added.
As such, its operation with other manufacturers’ equipment that supports HDMI CEC cannot be guaranteed.
Please refer to individual manuals for other manufacturers’ equipment supporting VIERA Link function.
About applicable Panasonic equipment, consult your local Panasonic dealer.
Preparations
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Connect the equipment supporting VIERA Link.
VIERA Link connection p. 40
Set up the connected equipment. Read the manual of the equipment.
For optimal recording, the settings of the recorder might be required. For details, read the manual of the
recorder.
Download preset - programme, language, country / region setting (Preset download)
“Download” (p. 26) or “Auto Setup” (p. 33) or “Auto Setup” - when first using the TV (p. 12)
Set VIERA Link On in Setup Menu “VIERA Link” (p. 26)
Set up the TV
After connection, turn the equipment on and then switch the TV on.
Select the input mode to HDMI1, HDMI2 or HDMI3 (p. 20), and make sure that an image is displayed
correctly.
This setup should be done each time when the following conditions occur:
• for the first time
• when adding or reconnecting equipment
• when changing setup
Features available
Easy
playback
Automatic Input switching - When the connected equipment is operated, input mode
is switched automatically. When it is stopped operating, input mode is returned.
Power on
link
Set Power on Link “Set” in Setup Menu to use this function
“Power on Link” (p. 26)
When the connected equipment starts playback or direct navigator / function menu
for the equipment are activated, the TV is automatically turned on. (Only when TV is
in Standby mode.)
Power off
link
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Set Power off Link “Set” in Setup Menu to use this function
“Power off Link” (p. 26)
When 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 Off Timer
function or auto power standby function.
Features available (Using VIERA Link Menu)
You can pause the live TV programme and resume later.
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This function is available with DIGA Recorder which has HDD and “HDAVI Control 3”
function.
Connect DIGA Recorder with both HDMI and SCART cables to use this function.
If you cannot operate, check the settings and the equipment “Preparations” (p. 42)
Access and pause the live TV programme
Display “VIERA Link Menu”
INPUT
Pause
Live TV
programme
HDAVI Control 3
and
Recorder with HDD
(
OPTION SD CARD
EXIT
Select “Pause Live TV” and pause
Pause Live TV
Direct TV Rec
VIERA
Control
SpeakerLink
Selection
Speaker Selection
)
RETURN
pause
VIERA Link Menu
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Access
Start
Recorder
Home Cinema
Home Cinema
select
Live TV programme is recorded on HDD from where it was
paused.
To resume (stop pause)
Pause Live
TV
resume
•
select
•
To return to Live TV
(cancel pause or resumed playback)
•
(change the input mode)
If you cancel pause or resumed playback, the recorded
programme will be deleted from HDD.
Recording the current programme in DIGA Recorder immediately.
This function is available with DIGA Recorder which has “HDAVI Control 3” function.
Connect DIGA Recorder with both HDMI and SCART cables to use this function.
If you cannot operate, check the settings and the equipment “Preparations” (p. 42)
Changing programme or turning off the TV is available while the recorder is recording
from its own tuner.
Changing programme is not available while the recorder is recording from the TV tuner.
Turning off the TV will stop the recording if the recording from an AV source connected to
the TV.
Display “VIERA Link Menu”
Direct TV
Recording What you see
is What you
record
(HDAVI Control 3)
Direct TV
Rec
Select “Direct TV Rec” and start recording
start
VIERA Link Menu
Pause Live TV
Direct TV Rec
VIERA
Control
SpeakerLink
Selection
Speaker Selection
•
Start
Recorder
Home Cinema
Home Cinema
You can also start recording directly
Advanced
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Link Functions
(Q-Link / VIERA Link)
Select “Pause Live TV”
and access
About the operations after
resuming, read the manual
of the equipment.
select
DIRECT TV REC
To stop recording
Select “Stop” in “Direct TV Rec” and access
VIERA Link Menu
Pause Live TV
Direct TV Rec
VIERA
Control
SpeakerLink
Selection
Speaker Selection
•
Stop
Recorder
Home Cinema
Home Cinema
select
stop
You can also stop recording directly.
GUIDE
EXIT
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Link Functions (
)
Q-Link
VIERA Link
Features available (Using VIERA Link Menu)
You can control some functions of the connected equipment with this TV remote
control (point the remote control at the TV’s signal receiver).
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This function is available with the equipment which has “HDAVI Control 2” or
“HDAVI Control 3” function.
If you cannot operate, check the settings and the equipment “Preparations” (p. 42)
Access and operate the menu of the equipment
Display “VIERA Link Menu”
INPUT
OPTION SD CARD
EXIT
Select “VIERA Link Control”
VIERA Link Menu
Pause Live TV
Direct TV Rec
VIERA
Control
SpeakerLink
Selection
Speaker Selection
Start
Recorder
Home Cinema
Home Cinema
select
RETURN
Select the equipment you want to access
•
“Home Cinema” means Player theatre,
Recorder theatre and Amplier.
VIERA Link Menu
Control
the menu
of the
connected
equipment
by VIERA
remote
control
Control 2
(HDAVI
HDAVI Control 3)
VIERA Link
Control
Pause Live TV
Direct TV Rec
VIERA
Control
SpeakerLink
Selection
Speaker Selection
Recorder / Player / Home Cinema / Video Camera
The type of the connected equipment is
displayed.
Select the type of the equipment and
access.
If you access
the invalid equipment
select
When the equipment with
“HDAVI Control” function is
connected
access
The menu of the accessed equipment
(Input mode will be changed automatically)
VIERA Link Menu
Pause Live TV
Direct TV Rec
VIERA
Control
SpeakerLink
Selection
Speaker Selection
Start
Recorder
Home Cinema
Home Cinema
Recorder / Player / Home Cinema /
Video Camera
Operate the menu of the equipment
•
Available VIERA remote control buttons
(depending on the connected equipment):
The type of the connected
equipment is displayed.
But you cannot access it. Use its
own remote control to operate the
equipment.
Move the cursor / select the menu
Move the cursor / access / adjust
Store / set / access
When the equipment of other
types or manufacturers is
connected
RETURN
Return to the previous menu
EXIT
VIERA Link Menu
Pause Live TV
Direct TV Rec
VIERA
Control
SpeakerLink
Selection
Speaker Selection
Exit the menu
Start
Others
Home Cinema
Home Cinema
OPTION
Others
“Others” is displayed.
You cannot access it. Use its own
remote control to operate the
equipment.
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Start
Recorder
Home Cinema
Home Cinema
red green yellow blue
•
Display the operation guide for the
equipment /
The same functions with the
OPTION button of the equipment
Access when the key words are
displayed on colour bar
About the operations for the equipment, read
the manual of the equipment.
Features available (Using VIERA Link Menu)
You can control the theatre speaker with this TV remote control (point the remote
control at the TV’s signal receiver).
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This function is available with the Amplier or Player theatre which has “HDAVI Control”
function.
If you cannot operate, check the settings and the equipment “Preparations” (p. 42)
Access and control the speaker volume
INPUT
Display “VIERA Link Menu”
OPTION SD CARD
EXIT
Select “Speaker Selection”
VIERA Link Menu
Pause Live TV
Direct TV Rec
VIERA
Control
SpeakerLink
Selection
Speaker Selection
RETURN
Start
Recorder
Home Cinema
Home Cinema
select
Speaker
Selection
Home Cinema
Amplifier or Player theatre will be
automatically turned on if it is in Standby
mode and the sound is from theatre
speakers connected to the equipment.
Volume up / down
Mute
The sound of TV speakers is mute.
When the equipment is turned off, TV speakers
will be active.
TV
TV
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TV speakers are active.
If you wish to enjoy the multi-channel sound
(e.g. Dolby Digital 5.1ch) via an Amplier, connect
with HDMI cable and Optical digital audio cable
(p. 40), and then select “Home Cinema”.
To enjoy the sound from the DIGA Recorder in
multi-channel sound, connect an HDMI cable from
the DIGA Recorder to the Amplier (p. 40).
Advanced
•
•
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•
set
Link Functions
(Q-Link / VIERA Link)
Set to “Home Cinema” or “TV”
Speaker
control
Note
This function may not work properly depending on the connected equipment.
Image or sound may not be available for the rst few seconds when the playback starts.
Image or sound may not be available for the rst few seconds when Input mode is switched.
Volume function will be displayed when adjusting the volume of the equipment.
Easy playback is also available by using the remote control for Amplier or Player theatre. Read the manual of
the equipment.
About HDMI cable for connecting Panasonic HD Video Camera, read the manual of the equipment.
If more than one equipment of the same type are connected to the TV by HDMI cables, for example two DIGA
Recorders to HDMI1 and HDMI2, VIERA Link will only be available for the lower terminal number, in this case
HDMI1.
“HDAVI Control 3” is the newest standard (current as of December, 2007) for HDAVI Control compatible
equipment. This standard is compatible with conventional HDAVI equipment.
To conrm this TV’s version of HDAVI Control “System Information” (p. 27)
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External Equipment
These diagrams show our recommendations for how to connect the TV to your various equipment.
For other connections, consult the instructions for each piece of equipment, the table below, and the
specications (p. 55).
Camcorder /
Game equipment
(VIDEO)
or
(S-VIDEO)
To listen with speakers
(AUDIO)
or
AV3
Amplifier with speaker system
(M3 stereo
mini plug)
Headphones
To adjust volume
“Headphone Volume” in
the Sound Menu (p. 25)
Types of connectable equipment to each terminal
AV1
AV2
(with HDMI)
(with HDMI)
Terminal
Recording / Playback
(equipment)
To record / playback videocassettes / DVDs
(VCR / DVD recorder)
To watch DVDs (DVD player)
To watch camcorder images (Video camera)
To watch satellite broadcasts (Set top box)
To play games (Game equipment)
To use amplier with speaker system
Q-Link
VIERA Link
Direct TV Recording
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: Recommended Connection
AV3 (Front of TV)
HDMI equipment
PC
“HDMI connection” (p. 48)
DVD
Recorder
Fully wired HDMI
compliant cable
(Listening)
RF
cable
Computer
Conversion adapter
(if necessary)
(Viewing)
or
HDMI 1
HDMI 2
AV 1
RGB
VIDEO
HDMI 3
AV 2
PC
To record /
playback
RGB
VIDEO
S VIDEO
COMPONENT
AUDIO AUDIO
OUT
IN
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Y
L
PB
R
R
PR
DVD Recorder /
VCR
DIGITAL
AUDIO
OUT
SCART cable
SCART
cable
(Listening)
(Viewing)
To watch satellite
broadcasts
To watch DVDs
DVD player
External Equipment
RCA cable
L
Set top box
Fully wired HDMI compliant cable
COMPONENT
AUDIO OUT
Y
L
L
PB
R
PR
R
DIGITAL
AUDIO
OUT
1
2
Advanced
Optical digital audio cable
3
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Technical Information
Auto Aspect
The optimum size and aspect can be chosen, and you can enjoy ner images. (p. 16)
Auto
Auto aspect determines the best aspect ratio to use to ll your screen. It does this using a four step process to
determine if the picture being viewed is a widescreen picture.
If Auto aspect detects a widescreen signal it switches into the appropriate 16:9 or 14:9 widescreen mode. If Auto
aspect does not detect a widescreen signal then this advanced TV enhances the picture for optimum viewing
pleasure.
The text shown on the screen indicates how Auto aspect determined which ratio to use:
“WIDE” appears in the top left of the screen if a widescreen identication signal (WSS) is found or a signal found
through a SCART or HDMI terminal. Auto aspect switches to the appropriate 16:9 or 14:9 widescreen ratio. This
function will also work in any aspect mode. “Auto” appears in the top left of the screen if black stripes above and
below the picture are detected. Auto aspect chooses the best ratio and expands the picture to ll the screen.
This process can take several minutes, depending on the darkness of the picture.
SD
Signal name
PAL
PAL 525/60
DVB (MPEG2)
M.NTSC
NTSC (AV input only)
525(480)/60i
525(480)/60p
625(576)/50i
625(576)/50p
750(720)/50p
750(720)/60p
1125(1080)/50i
1125(1080)/60i
1125(1080)/50p
1125(1080)/60p
1125(1080)/24p
TV
O
O
-
Aspect Control Signal
Widescreen signal (WSS)
Control signal through SCART (pin 8) or HDMI terminal
AV1
AV2
AV3 COMPONENT
AV1
AV2
HDMI1
HDMI2
HDMI3
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
-
-
-
-
-
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
HD
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
-
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The ratio varies depending on the programme, etc. If the ratio is greater than the standard “16:9”, black bands
may appear at the top and bottom of the screen.
If the screen size looks unusual when a widescreen-recorded programme is played back on a VCR, adjust the
tracking of the VCR. (See the VCR manual.)
Note
HDMI connection
HDMI (high-denition multimedia interface) allows you to enjoy high-denition 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 DVD player, a set top box or a
game equipment, can be connected to the HDMI terminal using an HDMI compliant (fully wired) cable.
About connections, see “External Equipment” (p. 46).
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Note
HDMI is the world’s rst complete digital consumer AV interface complying with a non-compression standard.
If the external equipment has only a DVI output, connect to the HDMI1 terminal via a DVI to HDMI adapter
cable (2).
When the DVI to HDMI adapter cable is used, connect the audio cable to the audio input terminal (HDMI1: use
COMPONENT-AUDIO terminals).
Audio settings can be made on the “HDMI1 Input” menu screen. (p. 25)
Applicable audio signal sampling frequencies (2ch L.PCM): 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 32 kHz
HDMI2 and HDMI3 terminals are for digital audio signal only.
Use with a PC is not assumed.
If the connected equipment has an aspect adjustment function, set the aspect ratio to “16:9”.
These HDMI connectors are “type A”.
These HDMI connectors are compatible with HDCP (High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection) copyright
protection.
An equipment having no digital output terminal may be connected to the input terminal of either “COMPONENT”,
“S-VIDEO”, or “VIDEO” to receive analogue signals.
The HDMI input terminal can be used with only the following image signals:
480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720p, 1080i and 1080p. Match the output setting of the digital equipment.
For details of the applicable HDMI signals, see p. 51.
(1): The HDMI logo is displayed on HDMI-compliant equipment.
(2): Enquire at your local digital equipment retailer shop.
Updating the software system (DVB mode)
Update system software regularly to ensure that you have latest version software.
If there is an update available, a notication banner is displayed when the service has the update information.
To download new software, press “OK” Downloading (approx. 20 mins.)
If you choose not to download, press “EXIT”.
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To update automatically
Set “Auto Update Search in Standby” to “On” (p. 29)
If there is a new version software being broadcast, the TV will download this automatically.
The automatic updating sequence is carried out at 3:00 AM and 5:00 AM every night under the following
conditions.
Standby (TV turned Off with the remote control)
Recording is not in progress.
•
To update manually
Perform “System Update Search Now” (p. 29)
If there is an update available, a notication banner is displayed.
To download new software, press “OK” Downloading (approx. 20 mins.)
If you choose not to download, press “EXIT”.
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•
Note
During downloading, do not turn Off the TV or touch any buttons.
(The TV is automatically activated after downloading is completed.)
The message might be the notication beforehand. In this case, the schedule information (the date that the new
version can be used) will appear. You can set the reservation for update. The update will not start when the TV is
set to Off.
Data format for Card browsing
Photo
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DCF (Design rule for camera file system): Unified standard established by Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA).
Note
A JPEG image modied with a PC may not be displayed.
Images imported from a PC must be compatible with EXIF (Exchangeable Image File) 2.0, 2.1, and 2.2.
Partly degraded les might be displayed at a reduced resolution.
Only “.JPG” extension can be read by this TV.
The folder and le names may be different depending on the digital camera used.
Do not use two-byte characters or other special codes.
The card may become unusable with this TV if the le or folder names are changed.
Technical Information
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: Still images recorded with digital still cameras compatible with JPEG les of DCF and EXIF
standards
Data format
: Baseline JPEG (Sub-sampling 4:4:4, 4:2:2 or 4:2:0)
Max. number of les : 9,999
Image resolution
: 160 × 120 to 10,000,000
Compliant card type (maximum capacity): SDHC Card (16 GB), SD Card (2 GB), Multi Media Card (128 MB),
miniSD Card (1 GB) (requiring miniSD adapter)
If miniSD Card is used, insert / remove it together with the adapter.
Check the latest information on the card type at the following website. (English only)
http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs/
FAQs, etc.
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Technical Information
SCART, S-VIDEO and HDMI terminal information
AV1 SCART terminal
AV2 SCART terminal
(RGB, VIDEO, Q-Link)
(RGB, VIDEO, S-VIDEO, Q-Link)
Suitable inputs for AV1 include RGB (Red / Green / Blue).
AV2 - Pins 15 and 20 are dependent on AV2 S-VHS /
VIDEO switching.
Socket Earth
CVBS out (video)
CVBS earth
Red in
Red earth
Green in
Green earth
Blue in
Blue earth
Audio out (L)
Audio out (R)
Socket Earth
CVBS out (video)
CVBS earth
Red in, S.C. - in
Red earth
Green in
Green earth
Blue in
Blue earth
Audio out (L)
Audio out (R)
21
19
17
15
13
11
9
7
5
3
1
20
18
16
14
12
10
8
6
4
2
CVBS in (video)
RGB status earth
Status RGB
Earth
-Q-Link data
Status CVBS
Audio in (L)
Audio earth
Audio in (R)
AV3 S-VIDEO 4 pin terminal
50
21
19
17
15
13
11
9
7
5
3
1
20
18
16
14
12
10
8
6
4
2
CVBS in (video)
RGB status earth
Status RGB
Earth
-Q-Link data
Status CVBS
Audio in (L)
Audio earth
Audio in (R)
HDMI terminal
Chrominance in
Luminance in
Chrominance earth
Luminance earth
Hot Plug Detect
19
DDC/CEC Ground 17
SCL
15
CEC
13
TMDS Clock Shield 11
TMDS Data0
9
TMDS Data0+
7
TMDS Data1 Shield 5
TMDS Data2
3
TMDS Data2+
1
18
16
14
12
10
8
6
4
2
+5V Power
SDA
Reserved (in cable but N.C. on device)
TMDS Clock
TMDS Clock+
TMDS Data0 Shield
TMDS Data1
TMDS Data1+
TMDS Data2 Shield
PC connection
A PC may be connected to this TV so that the PC screen is displayed and sound is heard from the TV.
PC signals that can be inputted: Horizontal scanning frequency 31 to 69 kHz; vertical scanning frequency
59 to 86 Hz (more than 1,024 signal lines could result in incorrect display of the image).
A PC adapter is not necessary for the DOS/V-compliant D-sub 15-pin connector.
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Note
Some PC models cannot be connected to this TV.
When using PC, set the colour display quality of PC to the highest position.
For details of the applicable PC signals, see below.
Max. display resolution
Model No.
TH-37PX81FV
TH-42PX81FV
768 × 720 pixels
1,024 × 720 pixels
768 × 768 pixels
1,024 × 768 pixels
Aspect
•
4:3
16:9
D-sub 15-pin connector signal
Pin No.
Signal Name
R
G
B
NC (not connected)
GND (Ground)
Pin No.
Signal Name
Pin No.
GND (Ground)
GND (Ground)
GND (Ground)
NC (not connected)
GND (Ground)
Signal Name
NC (not connected)
NC (not connected)
HD
VD
NC (not connected)
Input signal that can be displayed
COMPONENT (Y, PB, PR), HDMI
Mark: Applicable input signal
Horizontal frequency (kHz)
31.47
31.47
37.50
37.88
46.88
53.67
31.44
48.36
56.48
60.02
68.68
63.98
48.39
35.00
49.73
68.68
Vertical frequency (Hz)
70.07
59.94
75.00
60.32
75.00
85.06
59.89
60.00
70.07
75.03
85.00
60.02
60.04
66.67
74.55
75.06
PC (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 Hz
1,024 × 768 @75 Hz
1,024 × 768 @85 Hz
1,280 × 1,024 @60 Hz
1,366 × 768 @60 Hz
Macintosh13” (640 × 480)
Macintosh16” (832 × 624)
Macintosh21” (1,152 × 870)
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Note
Signals other than above may not be displayed properly.
The above signals are reformatted for optimal viewing on your display.
Applicable input signal for PC is basically compatible to VESA standard timing.
PC signal is magnied or compressed for display, so that it may not be possible to show ne detail with sufcient
clarity.
FAQs, etc.
HDMI
Technical Information
COMPONENT
•
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
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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 for assistance.
White spots or shadow
images (noise)
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Check the position, direction, and
connection of the aerial.
To customer using indoor
aerial
In order to enjoy a good quality DVB image,
it is important to receive a good quality DVB
signal. For this purpose check “DVB Signal
Condition” in Tuning Menu (p. 33). A level of at
least 5 is required in order to provide a good
picture. It may be necessary to adjust the
position and direction of the aerial to achieve
the best possible result.
Neither image nor
sound is produced
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Is the TV in “AV mode”?
Is the mains lead plugged into the socket
outlet?
Is the TV turned On?
Check Picture Menu (p. 24) and volume.
Check all required SCART cables and
connections are rmly in place.
Auto aspect
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Auto aspect is designed to provide you
with the best aspect ratio to use to ll your
screen. For user control please see p. 48.
S-Video / black and
white picture
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Using AV button please conrm your
selection is S-Video I.e. AV2/S (p. 20).
On Screen messages
- I.e. EC/AV1
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You can simply clear these
Press again to redisplay.
No DVB programmes
shown after Auto Setup
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Check the DVB transmitter.
Adjust the direction of the aerial to another
transmitter installed nearby.
Check the analogue broadcast.
If the image quality is poor,
check the aerial and consult
your nearest dealer.
An error message appears
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Follow the message’s instructions.
If the problem persists, contact the
authorized Service Centre.
Q-Link function does not work
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Please conrm SCART cable and connection. Also
please set “AV1 / AV2 out” in the Setup Menu (p. 26).
“VIERA Link” function
does not work and an error
message appears
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Conrm the connection.
Turn the connected equipment on and then switch the TV
on. (p. 42)
Recording does not start
immediately
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Check the settings of the recorder. For details, read the
manual of the recorder.
Permanently lit spots on screen
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Due to production process involved in this technology
this may result in some pixels which are permanently lit
or unlit. This is not a malfunction.
Contrast is reduced
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Contrast is lowered in the following conditions without
any user operation for a few minutes:
no signal in DVB or AV mode
selected locked programme
selected invalid programme
selected radio service
displayed menu
Thumbnail or still picture in SD Card mode
Problem
Chaotic image, noisy
Screen
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
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Actions
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Set “P-NR” in the Picture Menu (to remove noise). (p. 24)
Check nearby electrical products
(car, motorcycle, uorescent lamp).
Is “Colour” or “Contrast” in the Picture Menu set to the minimum?
(p. 24)
Check Colour System. (p. 33)
Reset programme. (p. 33)
Turn off the TV with Mains power On / Off switch, then turn it On
again.
Is “Sound mute” active? (p. 9)
Is the volume set to the minimum?
Sound signal reception may be deteriorated.
Set “MPX” (p. 25) in the Sound Menu to “Mono”. (Analogue only)
Due to the digital reception technologies involved, quality of the DTV signals may be relatively low in
some cases, despite good reception of analogue programmes.
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Install an aerial individually for the TV and VCR
(or use a splitter).
TV
(Individual aerial)
DVB
Unable to receive signals
with a high-performance
aerial
Aerial Output
Aerial
Input
terminal
VCR
HDMI
Pictures from external
equipment are unusual
when the equipment is
connected via HDMI
The remote control
does not work
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Check “DVB Signal Condition”. (p. 33)
If “Signal Quality” or “Signal Strength” are displayed in red, check
aerial.
If problem persists, consult your local Panasonic dealer.
Turn the TV off with the Mains power On / Off switch, then turn it
On again.
Set the sound setting of the connected equipment to
“2ch L.PCM”.
Check the “HDMI1 Input” setting in the Sound Menu. (p. 25)
If digital sound connection has a problem, select analogue sound
connection. (p. 48)
Is the HDMI cable connected properly? (p. 46)
Turn Off the TV and equipment, then turn them On again.
Check an input signal from the equipment. (p. 51)
Use an equipment compliant with EIA/CEA-861/861B.
Off Timer function is activated.
The TV enters “Standby mode” about 30 mins. after analogue
broadcasting ends.
Are the batteries installed correctly? (p. 6)
Has the TV been switched On?
FAQs, etc.
Other
TV goes into
“Standby mode”
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(Individual aerial)
Frequently Asked Questions
Sound is unusual
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Aerial Input
Aerial Output
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Interference or
frozen / disappearing
image in DVB
Splitter
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Licence
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DVB is a trademark of the DVB Digital Video Broadcasting Project (1991 to 1996).
VGA is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Inc., USA.
S-VGA is a registered trademark of the Video Electronics Standard Association.
Even if no special notation has been made of company or product trademarks, these trademarks have been fully
respected.
SDHC Logo is a trademark.
HDMI, the HDMI Logo and High-Denition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI
Licensing LLC.
HDAVI ControlTM is a trademark of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent #: 5,451,942 & other U.S. and worldwide patents issued &
pending. DTS and DTS Digital Out are registered trademarks and the DTS logos and Symbol are trademarks of
DTS, Inc.
© 1996-2008 DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Trade Mark of the DVB Digital Video Broadcasting Project (1991 to 1996)
TH-37PX81FV Declaration of Conformity No. 5758, 23 June 2008
TH-42PX81FV Declaration of Conformity No. 5759, 23 June 2008
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Specications
TH-37PX81FV
AC 220-240 V, 50 / 60 Hz
Power Source
TH-42PX81FV
Power
Display
Consumption panel
Average use
235 W
Standby condition
0.7 W (Without monitor out recording)
20 W (With monitor out recording)
Aspect Ratio
16:9
94 cm (diagonal)
106 cm (diagonal)
819 mm (W) × 457 mm (H)
922 mm (W) × 518 mm (H)
737,280 (1,024 (W) × 720 (H))
786,432 (1,024 (W) × 768 (H))
[3,072 × 720 dots]
[3,072 × 768 dots]
160 mm × 42 mm × 2 pcs, 8 :
20 W (10 W + 10 W), 10% THD
M3 (3.5 mm) stereo mini Jack × 1
VGA, SVGA, XGA
SXGA ······ (compressed)
Horizontal scanning frequency 31 - 69 kHz
Vertical scanning frequency 59 - 86 Hz
PAL B, G, H, I, SECAM B, G, SECAM L / L’
VHF E2 - E12
VHF H1 - H2 (ITALY)
VHF A - H (ITALY)
UHF E21 - E69
CATV (S01 - S05)
CATV S1 - S10 (M1 - M10)
CATV S11 - S20 (U1 - U10)
CATV S21 - S41 (Hyperband)
PAL D, K, SECAM D, K
VHF R1 - R2
VHF R3 - R5
VHF R6 - R12
UHF E21 - E69
PAL 525/60
Playback of NTSC tape from some PAL Video recorders (VCR)
DVB
Digital terrestrial services via VHF / UHF aerial input.
M.NTSC
Playback from M. NTSC Video recorders (VCR)
NTSC (AV input only) Playback from NTSC Video recorders (VCR)
TV signals may not be received in some areas.
VHF / UHF
Temperature : 0 °C - 35 °C
Humidity
: 20 % - 80 % RH (non-condensing)
21 Pin terminal (Audio/Video in, Audio/Video out, RGB in, Q-Link)
21 Pin terminal (Audio/Video in, Audio/Video out, RGB in, S-Video in, Q-Link)
RCA PIN Type × 1
1.0 V[p-p] (75 :)
Mini DIN 4-pin
Y:1.0 V[p-p] (75 :) C:0.286 V[p-p] (75 :)
RCA PIN Type × 2
0.5 V[rms]
Y
1.0 V[p-p] (including synchronization)
PB, PR
±0.35 V[p-p]
RCA PIN Type × 2
0.5 V[rms]
TYPE A Connectors
This TV supports “HDAVI Control 3” function.
HIGH-DENSITY D-SUB 15PIN
R,G,B/0.7 V[p-p] (75 :)
HD, VD/TTL Level 2.0 - 5.0 V[p-p] (high impedance)
SD Card slot × 1
RCA PIN Type × 2
0.5 V[rms] (high impedance)
Visible screen size
Number of pixels
Sound
Speaker
Audio Output
Headphones
PC signals
Receiving Systems /
Band name
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Aerial - Rear
Operating Conditions
Connection Terminals
AV1 (Scart terminal)
AV2 (Scart terminal)
VIDEO
AV3
S-VIDEO
AUDIO L - R
COMPONENT
VIDEO
AUDIO L - R
HDMI1 / 2 / 3
Others
255 W
PC
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1,020 mm × 727 mm × 327 mm (With Pedestal)
1,020 mm × 679 mm × 95 mm (TV only)
28.0 k Net (With Pedestal)
26.0 k Net (TV only)
Note
Design and Specications are subject to change without notice. Mass and Dimensions shown are approximate.
This equipment complies with the EMC standards listed below.
EN55013, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3, EN55020, EN55022, EN55024.
Pedestal: ST-42R4-WG (For safety approval)
Specications
Licence
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Card slot
AUDIO L - R
Output
DIGITAL
AUDIO OUT PCM / Dolby Digital / DTS, Fiber optic
917 mm × 665 mm × 327 mm (With Pedestal)
Dimensions ( W × H × D )
917 mm × 617 mm × 95 mm (TV only)
24.5 k Net (With Pedestal)
Mass
22.5 k Net (TV only)
FAQs, etc.
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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.
By disposing of these products and batteries correctly, you will help to save valuable resources and
prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise
arise from inappropriate waste handling.
For more information about collection and recycling of old products and batteries, please contact your
local municipality, your waste disposal service or the point of sale where you purchased the items.
Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national
legislation.
For business users in the European Union
If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your dealer or supplier for
further information.
[Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union]
These symbols are only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard these items, please
contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.
Note for the battery symbol (bottom two symbol examples):
This symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol. In this case it complies with the
requirement set by the Directive for the chemical involved.
Customer’s Record
The model number and serial number of this product may be found on its rear panel. You should note this serial
number in the space provided below and retain this book, plus your purchase receipt, as a permanent record of your
purchase to aid in identication in the event of theft or loss, and for Warranty Service purposes.
Model Number
Serial Number
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
Web Site : http://www.panasonic-europe.com
¤ 2008 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved.
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