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TX-49FX750B TX-55FX750B TX-65FX750B TX-49FX740B TX-55FX740B TX-65FX740B TX-49FX700B TX-55FX700B TX-65FX700B TX-43FX650B TX-49FX650B TX-55FX650B TX-43FX600B TX-49FX600B TX-55FX600B TX-75FX750B TX-65FX600B e HELP English Read first Before use •Licence13 Features •4K resolution 16 •Home17 •TV Anywhere18 •Freeview Play EPG 19 •Dual Tuner20 •Easy Mirroring21 Home Home •Information22 •How to use 24 •Pin to HOME26 •Option menu 27 Live TV •How to use 28 •Option menu 29 Apps •How to use 30 •Option menu 31 Devices •How to use 32 •Option menu 33 Watching Basic •Satellite connection 34 •Basic connection 36 •Selecting channel 39 •Freeview Play banner (UK) 41 -2- •Freesat banner (UK) 43 •Information banner 45 •AV Options47 •Subtitle49 •Off Timer50 •Energy saving functions 51 •Adjusting time 53 •Language54 4K resolution •4K compatible equipment 56 •HDMI Auto Setting57 •Valid 4K format 58 External equipment •External connection 59 •Watching external input 63 •Operating with TV’s remote control 65 •HDMI features 67 •HDMI HDR Setting69 •Valid input signals 70 For best picture •Viewing Mode71 •Aspect73 •Aspect Control Signal 74 •Basic settings 76 •Ambient Sensor79 •HDR Brightness Setting80 •Noise reduction settings 81 •Advanced Settings82 •Option Settings86 •Screen Settings89 •Copy Adjustment91 For best audio •Sound mode 92 -3- •Basic settings 93 •Volume settings 95 •Voice Guidance Settings97 •Audio Description98 •Advanced settings 99 TV Guide •Freeview Play EPG (UK) 102 •Freesat EPG (UK) 104 •TV Guide 106 •Timer Programming108 •Guide link programming 109 Teletext •Digital text service 110 •Viewing Teletext 111 •Teletext mode 113 •Teletext Character Set114 Tuning and editing channels •Setting menu 115 •Channel List Editor116 •Favourites Editor118 •Regional Channel Edit 121 •Auto Setup122 •Channel Sorting by Region 125 •Manual Tuning126 •Update Channel List128 •Signal Condition129 •Add New Channels 130 •Other settings 131 Recording USB HDD setup •Preparations132 •Setting for USB HDD 134 -4- Recording current programme •One Touch Recording136 •Rewind LIVE TV 137 Timer Programming •Setting Timer Programming 139 •Editing Timer Programming 141 •Remote recording 142 •Note143 Technical information •USB HDD144 Media Player Using Media Player •Information145 •Selecting device / mode 147 •Network device 149 •Sharing file 150 Easy List View •Selecting file 151 •Filtering files 153 Mix Folder View •Selecting file 154 •Filtering files 156 •Sorting files 157 Playback •Playback158 •Slideshow Settings160 •Video Setup162 •Audio output settings 163 Recorded TV mode •Selecting content 164 •Watching recorded TV 165 •Grouping content 167 -5- •Deleting content 168 •Chapter List169 •Audio output settings 170 Connected device •Device handling caution 171 •USB devices 172 Supported format •Photo format 173 •Video format 174 •Music format 177 Network Internet content •Information178 •Selecting internet content 179 •Note180 DLNA •In-House streaming 181 •Using DLNA 183 Network connections •Internet connection 184 •DLNA connection 185 •Note188 Network settings •Network Connection189 •Custom - Wireless191 •Custom - Wired193 •Custom - Wireless Access Point195 •Network Status196 •TV Name197 •TV Remote App Settings198 •Network Link Settings200 •TV Anywhere Settings202 -6- •File Sharing Settings203 •Mirroring Settings204 •Control4 Settings205 •Software Update206 •New Software Message207 •Terms of Service and Settings208 Photos •Selecting file 209 •Viewing photo 210 •Using Slideshow 211 Videos •Selecting file 212 •Watching video 213 •Video Setup215 •Audio output settings 217 Music •Selecting file 218 •Playing music 219 •Music Setup220 Supported format •Photo format 221 •Video format 222 •Music format 225 Functions Voice Control •Information226 •How to use 227 •Settings228 •Note229 TV Anywhere •How to use 230 •TV Anywhere Settings231 -7- Mirroring •How to use 232 •Mirroring Settings233 Multi Window •Information234 •Multi Window235 •Note237 VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” •Summary of VIERA Link 238 •Preparations243 •Easy playback 244 •Power on Link245 •Power off Link246 •Standby Power Save247 •Intelligent Auto Standby248 •VIERA Link Control249 •Speaker Selection251 •Note252 Child Lock •Using Child Lock 253 •PIN number 255 •Parental Rating256 Data Service Application •Using Data Service Application 257 •Privacy Setting258 •Note259 Common Interface •Caution260 •Using Common Interface 261 Shipping Condition •Shipping Condition262 Updating the TV Software •Information263 -8- •Auto update 264 •Manual update 265 Setting characters •Using Numeric buttons 266 Bluetooth devices •Bluetooth Setup267 Keyboard •Keyboard269 Settings Setting menu •How to use 270 Picture •Viewing Mode272 •Basic settings 273 •Ambient Sensor275 •HDR Brightness Setting276 •Noise reduction settings 277 •Advanced Settings278 •Option Settings279 •Screen Settings281 •PICTURE Button Setting282 •Copy Adjustment283 •Reset to Defaults284 Sound •Mode285 •Basic settings 286 •Volume settings 287 •Voice Guidance Settings288 •Audio Description289 •Advanced settings 290 •Reset to Defaults291 -9- Network •Network Connection292 •Network Status293 •TV Name294 •TV Remote App Settings295 •Network Link Settings296 •TV Anywhere Settings297 •File Sharing Settings298 •Mirroring Settings299 •Control4 Settings300 •Other settings 301 Timer •Off Timer302 •Timer Programming303 •Time Zone304 •Auto Standby305 •No signal Power off306 Setup •Eco Navigation307 •Voice Control Settings308 •USB Device Setup309 •Recording Setup310 •Bluetooth Setup311 •Child Lock312 •Tuning Menu313 •Language315 •Display Settings316 •HDMI Auto Setting317 •HDMI HDR Setting318 •VIERA Link Settings319 •Data Service Application320 •System Menu321 •Other Settings322 - 10 - Support Help menu •Using Help menu 323 FAQs •Picture324 •Digital TV 326 •Analogue TV 328 •Sound329 •HDMI330 •Network331 •Other333 •Detailed information 335 Maintenance •Care and Cleaning 336 - 11 - How to use ■■Meaning of signs OK : Letters enclosed in brackets indicate remote control buttons. Menu : Letters in cyan indicate on-screen display items. : References in this eHELP You can jump to the page by pressing OK while the cursor is on the references. ■■Operation guide = Note = ●● Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. ●● The images shown in this eHELP are for illustrative purposes only. ●● This eHELP covers all models, however, some features may not be available on certain models. ●● Refer to the paper manual and the actual menu in the TV etc. to confirm your model’s features. - 12 - Read first Before use Licence Even if no special notation has been made of company or product trademarks, these trademarks have been fully respected. “freesat” is a registered trademark and the “freesat” logo is a trademark of Freesat (UK) Ltd. DVB and the DVB logos are trademarks of the DVB Project. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Panasonic Corporation is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. DLNA®, the DLNA Logo and DLNA CERTIFIED™ are trademarks, service marks, or certification marks of the Digital Living Network Alliance. The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc. in the United States and other countries. x.v.Colour™ is a trademark. HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Dolby Audio, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Speech Powered by Dragon 2002-2018 Nuance Communications, Inc. All rights reserved. - 13 - “PlayReady” is a trademark registered by Microsoft. Please be aware of the following. (a) This product contains technology subject to certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft. Use or distribution of this technology outside of this product is prohibited without the appropriate license(s) from Microsoft. (b) Content owners use Microsoft PlayReady™ content access technology to protect their intellectual property, including copyrighted content. This device uses PlayReady technology to access PlayReady-protected content and/or WMDRM-protected content. If the device fails to properly enforce restrictions on content usage, content owners may require Microsoft to revoke the device’s ability to consume PlayReady-protected content. Revocation should not affect unprotected content or content protected by other content access technologies. Content owners may require you to upgrade PlayReady to access their content. If you decline an upgrade, you will not be able to access content that requires the upgrade. This product incorporates the following software: (1) the software developed independently by or for Panasonic Corporation, (2) the software owned by third party and licensed to Panasonic Corporation, (3) the software licensed under the GNU General Public License, Version 2.0 (GPL V2.0), (4) the software licensed under the GNU LESSER GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE Version 2.1 (LGPL V2.1), and/or, (5) open sourced software other than the software licensed under the GPL V2.0 and/or LGPL V2.1. The software categorized as (3) - (5) are distributed in the hope that it will be useful, but WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY, without even the implied warranty of MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Please refer to the detailed terms and conditions thereof shown in the “Software Licence” menu on this product. At least three (3) years from delivery of this product, Panasonic will give to any third party who contacts us at the contact information provided below, for a charge no more than our cost of physically performing source code distribution, a complete machine-readable copy of the corresponding source code covered under GPL V2.0, LGPL V2.1 or the other licenses with the obligation to do so, as well as the respective copyright notice thereof. - 14 - Contact Information: [email protected] The source code and the copyright notice are also available for free in our website below. http://www.unipf.jp/dl/EUIDTV18/ - 15 - Features 4K resolution You can watch content in 4K format that has twice the horizontal and vertical resolution of the 1080p signal. Watching > 4K resolution > 4K compatible equipment - 16 - Home “Home” is a gateway to the TV programmes, applications and connected devices. It provides you an easy way to access all the features. Home > Home > Information - 17 - TV Anywhere You can watch TV and set timer event with the network equipment (smartphone, etc.) from outside the home network. ●● Due to network conditions or certain broadcaster restrictions, this function may not be available. Functions > TV Anywhere > How to use - 18 - Freeview Play EPG Using the Freeview Play EPG enables you to select a programme easily, view programme information, etc. Watching > TV Guide > Freeview Play EPG (UK) - 19 - Dual Tuner Only for dual tuner model You can watch or record 2 programmes simultaneously, watch a programme while recording another programme, etc. Functions > Multi Window > Multi Window - 20 - Easy Mirroring You can watch and display images of other devices (smartphone, etc.) on the TV screen using a mirroring function. You can also start the mirroring function from the other devices without operating the TV. Functions > Mirroring > How to use - 21 - Home Home Information “Home” is a gateway to the TV programmes, applications and connected devices. Home is displayed by pressing HOME and it provides you an easy way to access all the features as shown below (example). Home Live TV – Gateway to TV programmes Home > Live TV Apps – Gateway to various applications (internet content, etc.) Home > Apps Devices – Gateway to connected devices (HDMI equipment, USB device, network device, etc.) Home > Devices - 22 - = Note = ●● Be sure to update the software when a software update notice is displayed on the TV screen. If the software is not updated, you may not be able to use Home. You can update the software later manually. Network > Network settings > Software Update - 23 - How to use From Home, you can access all the features such as TV programmes, applications and connected devices. 1.Display Home with HOME. (Example) ●● Press / to display the tabs which provide you with the relevant programme information, recommended content, etc. ●● A broadband network environment is required to use internet services. Network > Network connections > Internet connection 2.Select Live TV / Apps / Devices and press OK to access. ●● To watch full-screen TV, select Live TV. (Example) = Note = ●● Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. ■■Search You can search for content from various sources. ●● Ireland only 1.Display Home with HOME. 2.Press to select Search and press OK to access. ●● A search history may be displayed and you can select it for keyword search. ●● To delete the search history 1)Select Search or a keyword and press OPTION. 2)Select Delete all histories / Delete a history and press OK. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. - 24 - ■■Setting You can set up Home, tabs, etc. 1.Display Home with HOME. 2.Press repeatedly to display the setting tab. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Tab Settings / Enable Auto Pin / Disable Auto Pin 4. Follow the on-screen instructions. Tab Settings Edits the tabs of Home. Enable Auto Pin / Disable Auto Pin Selects whether to automatically add a shortcut for a feature frequently used on Home. - 25 - Pin to HOME You can add a shortcut for a frequently used feature on Home. 1.Display Home with HOME. 2.Select Live TV / Apps / Devices and press OK to access. 3. Select a feature (TV programme / application / device). 4. Display the option menu with OPTION. 5.Select Pin to HOME and press OK to set. 6. Select the position to add on Home. ●● To remove a shortcut from Home, set Unpin from HOME. Home > Home > Option menu - 26 - Option menu You can customise Home. 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Unpin from HOME / Move 3. Set the item and press OK to store. Unpin from HOME Removes a shortcut from Home. Move Arranges the position of the icons. - 27 - Live TV How to use Live TV is a gateway to the TV programmes. 1.Display Home with HOME. 2.Select Live TV. (Example) 3.Press OK to access. (Example) ●● For details of watching TV Watching > Basic ●● To add a shortcut icon Home > Home > Pin to HOME - 28 - Option menu 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Pin to HOME / Accessibility / AV Options 3. Set the item and press OK to store. Pin to HOME Adds a shortcut for a frequently used feature on Home. Home > Home > Pin to HOME Accessibility Guidance settings for visually impaired users Watching > For best audio > Voice Guidance Settings AV Options Easy optional setting for viewing, sound, etc. Watching > Basic > AV Options ●● Menu items and selectable options vary depending on the TV mode. - 29 - Apps How to use Various applications (internet content, etc.) can be accessed easily from Apps. 1.Display Home with HOME. 2.Select Apps and press OK to access. (Example) ●● To exit Apps EXIT ●● To add a shortcut icon Home > Home > Pin to HOME ●● You can assign a favourite application to MY APP of the TV’s remote control. Home > Apps > Option menu 3. Select an application and press OK to access. 4. Follow the on-screen instructions. = Note = ●● Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. ●● Internet apps are provided by their respective service providers, and may be changed, interrupted, or discontinued at any time. ●● A broadband network environment is required to fully use this function. - 30 - Option menu 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Pin to HOME / Set as My App / Move / Lock / Unlock / Uninstall / Show Info. 3. Set the item and press OK to store. Pin to HOME Adds a shortcut for a frequently used feature on Home. Home > Home > Pin to HOME Set as My App Assigns your favourite application to MY APP of the TV’s remote control. is displayed on the assigned application. ●● ●● To change the assignment, set Set as My App while the cursor is on another application. Move Arranges the position of the applications. Lock, Unlock Locks / unlocks a specific application to restrict access (if available). ●● Child Lock PIN number is required to access to locked application. Functions > Child Lock > PIN number Uninstall Deletes an application from Apps (if available). Show Info. Displays the information about the selected application. - 31 - Devices How to use Connected devices (HDMI equipment, USB device, network device, etc.) can be accessed easily from Devices. 1.Display Home with HOME. 2.Select Devices and press OK to access. (Example) ●● To exit Devices EXIT ●● To add a shortcut icon Home > Home > Pin to HOME 3. Select a device and press OK to access. ●● For external equipment Watching > External equipment ●● For USB device, network device for Media Player Media Player > Using Media Player ●● For network equipment for DLNA Network > DLNA ●● For mirroring function Functions > Mirroring = Note = ●● Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. - 32 - Option menu 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Pin to HOME / Accessibility / Switch to Component / Switch to Video / Show Info. 3. Set the item and press OK to store. Pin to HOME Adds a shortcut for a frequently used feature on Home. Home > Home > Pin to HOME Accessibility Guidance settings for visually impaired users Watching > For best audio > Voice Guidance Settings Switch to Component / Switch to Video You can select COMPONENT and VIDEO in AV. Show Info. Displays the information about the selected device. - 33 - Watching Basic Satellite connection Only for dual tuner model Please ensure that the unit is disconnected from the mains socket before attaching or disconnecting any cables. ●● External equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this TV. ●● Depending on the model, it may be necessary to remove the terminal cover / cable cover before connecting or disconnecting cables. ●● For Freesat, Other Sat., Satellite ■■Dual Tuner Connecting both satellite terminals IN 1 and IN 2 to a satellite dish allows you to watch or record 2 satellite programmes simultaneously. Satellite IN 1 / IN 2 terminals Satellite cables Satellite dish - 34 - ■■Single Tuner Connect the satellite IN 1 terminal to the satellite dish. ●● Watching or recording 2 satellite programmes simultaneously, etc. is not supported in single tuner mode. Satellite IN 1 terminal Satellite cable Satellite dish = Note = ●● To ensure your satellite dish is correctly installed, please consult your local dealer. Also consult the received satellite broadcasting companies for details. ●● The Freesat channel uses Astra2 at 28.2° East and Eurobird1 at 28.5° East satellites. To ensure your satellite dish is correctly installed, consult your Freesat registered dealer. (UK only) ●● Keep the TV away from electronic equipment (video equipment, etc.) or equipment with an infrared sensor, otherwise distortion of image / sound may occur or operation of other equipment may be affected. ●● Check the terminal type and cable plugs are correct for connection. - 35 - Basic connection Some features are not available on all models. Please ensure that the unit is disconnected from the mains socket before attaching or disconnecting any cables. ●● External equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this TV. ●● Depending on the model, it may be necessary to remove the terminal cover / cable cover before connecting or disconnecting cables. ■■Satellite dish Satellite terminal Satellite cable Satellite dish ●● For Freesat, Other Sat., Satellite ●● To ensure your satellite dish is correctly installed, please consult your local dealer. Also consult the received satellite broadcasting companies for details. ●● The Freesat channel uses Astra2 at 28.2° East and Eurobird1 at 28.5° East satellites. To ensure your satellite dish is correctly installed, consult your Freesat registered dealer. (UK only) - 36 - ■■Aerial Terrestrial terminal RF cable Terrestrial aerial ●● For DVB, Analogue ■■DVD Recorder / Blu-ray Recorder, etc. Terrestrial terminal RF cable DVD Recorder / Blu-ray Recorder, etc. Terrestrial aerial HDMI terminal HDMI cable - 37 - ■■Cable TV box HDMI terminal HDMI cable Cable TV box Terrestrial aerial / Cable = Note = ●● For details of VIERA Link connections Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Summary of VIERA Link ●● Please also read the manual of the equipment being connected. ●● Keep the TV away from electronic equipment (video equipment, etc.) or equipment with an infrared sensor, otherwise distortion of image / sound may occur or operation of other equipment may be affected. ●● Use a fully wired HDMI compliant cable. ●● Check the terminal type and cable plugs are correct for connection. - 38 - Selecting channel Some features are not available on all models. 1. Select the mode with TV. Freesat (UK only) / DVB / Analogue / Other Sat. (UK only) / Satellite (Ireland only) ●● Selectable modes vary depending on the channels stored. 2. Select a channel with Channel Up / Down or Numeric buttons. ●● Freesat channel position numbers are in the 101 - 999 and 0101 - 0999 ranges. DVB and Other Sat. / Satellite channel position begin from number 1 upward. Analogue channel position numbers are in the 0 - 99 range. ■■To select a channel using information banner 1. Display information banner with if it is not displayed. 2. Select a channel and press OK to watch while the banner is displayed. Watching > Basic > Freeview Play banner (UK) Watching > Basic > Information banner Watching > Basic > Freesat banner (UK) ■■To select a channel using TV Guide 1.Display TV Guide with GUIDE. 2. Select the current programme and press OK to access. – The current programme is displayed on the top left of the screen. 3.Select Watch Now or View and press OK to watch. ●● For Ireland Watching > TV Guide > TV Guide ●● For details of Freeview Play EPG Watching > TV Guide > Freeview Play EPG (UK) ●● For details of Freesat EPG Watching > TV Guide > Freesat EPG (UK) ●● Not valid in Analogue - 39 - ■■To display the discovery bar (UK and DVB only) 1. Display the discovery bar with Freeview Play. 2. Select the application and press OK to access. ●● For the applications, follow the on-screen instructions. ■■To select the type of channel list ●● For DVB (Ireland only), Other Sat., Satellite Automatically selects all channels or favourites list in the information banner when the TV is turned on. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Setup > Other Settings > Power on Channel List and press OK to access. 3.Select All Channel List / Last and press OK to set. ■■To watch pay-TV ●● For details of the encrypted channels Functions > Common Interface > Using Common Interface ●● Consult the operator / broadcaster or CI module manufacturer for more information and conditions of the services. - 40 - Freeview Play banner (UK) Display information banner with . ●● Also appears when changing a channel. ●● For DVB (Example) Channel position and name Programme Date / Start time / End time Current date and time Event image (when available) Features available / message meanings AD: Audio Description service available ●● This function can aid visually-impaired viewers by providing an additional audio track to describe events on screen. Watching > For best audio > Audio Description SD: SD broadcasts available SD>HD: Same programme available as HD broadcast SL: Sign language available S: Subtitle service available ●● To confirm another tuned channel / - 41 - ●● To watch the channel listed in the banner OK ●● Information on the next programme ●● Extra information – Press again to hide the banner. ●● To hide the banner EXIT ●● To adjust banner timeout, set Banner Display Timeout. 1) Display the menu with MENU. 2)Select Setup > Display Settings > Banner Display Timeout and press OK to access. 3) Set the item and press OK to store. = Note = ●● In Other Sat., the information banner will appear when pressing Watching > Basic > Information banner - 42 - . Freesat banner (UK) Only for the model supporting the satellite reception Display information banner with . ●● Also appears when changing a channel. ●● For Freesat (Example) Channel position and name Programme Date / Start time / End time Current date and time Features available / message meanings AD: Audio Description service available ●● This function can aid visually-impaired viewers by providing an additional audio track to describe events on screen. Watching > For best audio > Audio Description SD: SD broadcasts available SD>HD: Same programme available as HD broadcast SL: Sign language available S: Subtitle service available ●● To confirm another tuned channel / - 43 - ●● To watch the channel listed in the banner OK ●● Information on the next programme ●● Extra information – Press again to hide the banner. ●● To hide the banner EXIT ●● To adjust banner timeout, set Banner Display Timeout. 1) Display the menu with MENU. 2)Select Setup > Display Settings > Banner Display Timeout and press OK to access. 3) Set the item and press OK to store. = Note = ●● In Other Sat., the information banner will appear when pressing Watching > Basic > Information banner - 44 - . Information banner Some features are not available on all models. Display information banner with . ●● Also appears when changing a channel. ●● For Analogue, DVB (Ireland only), Other Sat., Satellite (Example) Channel position and name Channel type (Radio, HDTV, etc.) / Encrypted channel ( , ) ) / TV mode ( Programme Start time / End time (except Analogue) Channel position, etc. (Analogue) Progress time indicator of the selected programme (except Analogue) All DVB Channels / All Other Sat. Channels / All Satellite Channels / All Analogue Channels / Favourites ●● Press (blue) to switch. (DVB / Other Sat. / Satellite) ●● To list favourite channels, set Favourites Editor. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Favourites Editor Current time Features available / message meanings Bad signal: Poor quality TV signal DD, DD+, HE-AAC: Dolby Audio (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus) or HE-AAC audio track AD: Audio Description service available ●● This function can aid visually-impaired viewers by providing an additional audio track to describe events on screen. Watching > For best audio > Audio Description - 45 - , Also in : Same programme available as HD broadcast (UK only) ●● To display the extra information for details STTL: Subtitle service available TEXT: Text service available Multi Audio: Multiple audio available Stereo, Mono, NICAM: Audio mode 1 – 90: Off Timer remaining time Watching > Basic > Off Timer ●● To confirm another tuned channel / ●● To watch the channel listed in the banner OK ●● Information on the next programme (DVB) ●● Extra information (DVB) – Press again to hide the banner. ●● To hide the banner EXIT ●● To adjust banner timeout, set Banner Display Timeout. 1) Display the menu with MENU. 2)Select Setup > Display Settings > Banner Display Timeout and press OK to access. 3) Set the item and press OK to store. ●● AD, STTL, TEXT, Multi Audio indications are displayed as available on particular programmes, but may not be available for all individual programmes being broadcast. Display the extra information to confirm availability of these functions. - 46 - AV Options Confirm or change the current status. ●● Display the image full-screen to use this function. 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2.Select AV Options and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Audio Type / Multi Audio / Monaural Audio / Sub Channel / Subtitle Language / Teletext Character Set / Teletext Language / NICAM / Volume Correction ●● The function items vary depending on the TV mode and country you select. 4. Set the item and press OK to store. Audio Type Set to Audio Description if the programme has Audio Description service, then you will hear an additional audio track to describe events on screen (if available). ●● For DVB ●● To adjust the volume for Audio Description Watching > For best audio > Audio Description ●● Not valid in multi window mode Multi Audio Selects between alternative language or Audio Description for sound tracks (if available). ●● This setting is not memorised and it returns to the default setting once you exit the current programme. ●● For DVB ●● Multi Audio / AD is displayed instead of Multi Audio. (Ireland only) Monaural Audio Selects stereo / monaural (if available). ●● This setting is not memorised and it returns to the default setting once you exit the current programme. ●● Not valid in Analogue - 47 - Sub Channel Selects the multifeed programme - sub channel (if available). ●● For Other Sat., Satellite Subtitle Language Selects the language in which subtitles should appear (if available). ●● This setting is not memorised and it returns to the default setting once you exit the current programme. ●● Not valid in Analogue ●● Not valid on the sub screen in multi window mode Teletext Character Set Sets the teletext language font. Watching > Teletext > Teletext Character Set ●● Ireland only Teletext Language Selects between alternative languages for teletext (if available). ●● For DVB (Ireland only), Satellite NICAM Switches NICAM sound (if available). Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings ●● For Analogue Volume Correction Adjusts the volume of each individual channel or input mode. - 48 - Subtitle Some features are not available on all models. ■■Freesat, DVB, Other Sat., Satellite Display / hide subtitles (if available) with STTL. ●● To select the preferred subtitle type 1) Display the menu with MENU. 2)Select Setup > Display Settings > Preferred Subtitle Type and press OK to access. 3)Select Standard / Hard of Hearing and press OK to set. – Hard of Hearing provides aids in understanding and enjoyment with digital channel subtitles (depending on the broadcaster). – Ireland only ●● Preferred Subtitles 1 / 2 in Language are given priority. Watching > Basic > Language – Ireland only ■■Analogue Display subtitles with STTL. ●● Hide subtitles with EXIT. = Note = ●● If you press STTL in Analogue, the TV switches to teletext service and calls up a favourite page. Press EXIT to return to TV mode. ●● This is the same as switching to analogue teletext service and selecting “P888” (subtitle service). Watching > Teletext > Viewing Teletext ●● Not valid on the sub screen in multi window mode - 49 - Off Timer Switch to TV Standby mode automatically after a fixed period. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Timer > Off Timer and press OK to access. 3. Select the time in 15-minute increments and press OK to set. 90 / 75 / 60 / 45 / 30 / 15 / Off (minutes) ●● To cancel, set to Off or turn the TV off. ●● The remaining time is displayed on the bottom right of the screen. ●● The remaining time will flash on the screen when less than 3 minutes. - 50 - Energy saving functions The TV can be eco-friendly using energy-saving functions. The TV goes into Standby mode in the following conditions: ●● Eco Navigation is set to Set to Eco. ●● Off Timer is active. Watching > Basic > Off Timer ●● No operation is performed for 4 hours while Auto Standby is set to On. ●● No signal is received and no operation is performed for 10 minutes while No signal Power off is set to On. = Note = ●● This function does not affect the recording. ■■Auto Standby 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Timer > Auto Standby and press OK to access. 3.Select On / Off and press OK to set. Auto Standby (On / Off) Automatically turns the TV to Standby mode for energy saving when no operation is performed for 4 hours. ●● Automatic input switching with the connected equipment affects this function and time-count resets. ●● A notification message will appear 3 minutes before going into Standby mode. ●● Changing the default configuration may result in higher energy consumption of the product. ■■No signal Power off 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Timer > No signal Power off and press OK to access. 3.Select On / Off and press OK to set. - 51 - No signal Power off (On / Off) Automatically turns the TV to Standby mode to prevent unnecessary power consumption when no signal is received and no operation is performed for 10 minutes. ●● A notification message will appear 3 minutes before going into Standby mode. ■■Eco Navigation Automatically sets the TV to the most suitable energy-saving mode. The concerned items and their current settings are displayed. Select Set to Eco to set them to the energy-saving settings at once. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Setup > Eco Navigation and press OK to access. 3.Select Set to Eco and press OK to set. ●● Auto Standby and No signal Power off are active when Eco Navigation is set to Set to Eco. ■■Radio Mode Sets the timer for turning off the screen automatically when a radio channel is selected. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Setup > Display Settings > Radio Mode and press OK to access. 3. Select the time and press OK to set. 20 / 15 / 10 / 5 / Off (seconds) ●● Sound is active even if the screen is turned off. This function is effective in reducing power consumption when listening to a radio channel. ●● Press any buttons except Standby On / Off switch, Volume Up / Down and MUTE to turn the screen on. ●● Not valid in Analogue - 52 - Adjusting time Adjusts the time data. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Timer > Time Zone and press OK to access. 3. Set the item and press OK to store. ●● The time data are corrected based on GMT. ●● Ireland only - 53 - Language 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Setup > Language and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Preferred Multi Audio / Preferred Audio 1 / 2 / Preferred Subtitles 1 / 2 / Preferred Subtitles / Preferred Teletext 4. Set the item and press OK to store. Preferred Multi Audio Selects the preferred language for digital channel multi audio (depending on the broadcaster). ●● UK only Preferred Audio 1 / 2 Selects the first and second preferred language for digital channel multi audio (depending on the broadcaster). ●● Ireland only Preferred Subtitles 1 / 2 Selects the first and second preferred language for digital channel subtitles (depending on the broadcaster). ●● To display subtitles Watching > Basic > Subtitle ●● Ireland only Preferred Subtitles Selects the preferred language for digital channel subtitles (depending on the broadcaster). ●● To display subtitles Watching > Basic > Subtitle ●● provides aids in understanding and enjoyment with subtitles (depending on the broadcaster). ●● UK only - 54 - Preferred Teletext Selects the preferred language for digital channel teletext service (depending on the broadcaster). ●● Ireland only - 55 - 4K resolution 4K compatible equipment You can watch content in 4K format that has twice the horizontal and vertical resolution of the 1080p signal. ●● For details of valid 4K format Watching > 4K resolution > Valid 4K format ●● Connect the 4K compatible equipment to HDMI terminal using a 4K compatible cable and you can watch content in 4K format. ●● Depending on the model, it may be necessary to remove the terminal cover / cable cover before connecting or disconnecting cables. ■■4K compatible equipment HDMI terminal HDMI cable 4K compatible equipment ●● Check the terminal type and cable plugs are correct for connection. ●● Use a fully wired HDMI compliant cable. - 56 - HDMI Auto Setting 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Setup > HDMI Auto Setting and press OK to access. 3. Set the item and press OK to store. HDMI Auto Setting (Mode1 / Mode2) Reproduces the image more precisely with the expanded colour gamut when connecting the 4K compatible equipment. Select the mode depending on the equipment. Mode1: For better compatibility. Set to Mode1 when the image or sound in HDMI input is not played properly. Mode2: For the 4K compatible equipment that has the function to output the image precisely with the expanded colour gamut ●● The setting can be stored for each HDMI input. ●● For HDMI1/2 ●● Valid format (4K) – Mode1: 4:4:4 / 4:2:2 (30p, 25p, 24p), 4:2:0 (60p, 50p) – Mode2: 4:4:4 / 4:2:2 (30p, 25p, 24p), 4:4:4 / 4:2:2 / 4:2:0 (60p, 50p) - 57 - Valid 4K format ■■Valid 4K format (HDMI) ●● 4K UHD 3 840 × 2 160 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) – Aspect is fixed to 16:9. ●● DCI 4K 4 096 × 2 160 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) – Actual resolution is 3 840 × 2 160p. – Aspect is fixed to V Full. = Note = ●● Connect to HDMI1 or HDMI2 for the following formats. – 60p, 50p / 4:4:4, 4:2:2 ●● The above signals are reformatted for optimal viewing on your display. ●● For details of aspect Watching > For best picture > Aspect - 58 - External equipment External connection Some features are not available on all models. These diagrams show our recommendations for connection of your TV to various pieces of equipment. For other connections, consult the instructions for each piece of equipment. ●● For details of basic connection Watching > Basic > Basic connection ●● To use the specific devices supporting Bluetooth wireless technology Functions > Bluetooth devices ●● Check the terminal type and cable plugs are correct for connection. ●● External equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this TV. ●● Depending on the model, it may be necessary to remove the terminal cover / cable cover before connecting or disconnecting cables. ■■HDMI equipment HDMI terminal HDMI cable Recorder / Player / Cable TV box / Camcorder / Amplifier with speaker system = Note = ●● Use a fully wired HDMI compliant cable. ●● For details of VIERA Link connections Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Summary of VIERA Link ●● Use HDMI2 to connect the TV to an amplifier which has ARC (Audio Return Channel) function. - 59 - ■■AV devices AV (COMPONENT) terminals Component cables DVD Player, etc. AV (VIDEO) terminals Composite cables Camcorder / Game equipment - 60 - ■■USB devices USB port USB cable USB HDD, etc. = Note = ●● It is recommended to connect the device to the TV’s USB port directly. ●● You cannot use two or more of the same kind of USB devices simultaneously except USB Flash Memory or USB HDD. ●● Use USB 1 or USB 2 port for connecting the USB HDD. (Refer to the terminal indication of TV set.) ●● Some USB devices or USB HUB may not be used with this TV. ●● You cannot connect any devices by using USB card reader. ■■Listening with external speakers DIGITAL AUDIO Optical digital audio cable Amplifier with speaker system ●● To enjoy multi-channel sound from external equipment (e.g. Dolby Audio (Dolby Digital) 5.1ch), connect the equipment to the amplifier. For information about the connections, read the manuals of the equipment and amplifier. ●● To select the sound output to adjust volume, set TV Speaker Setting. Watching > For best audio > Volume settings - 61 - ■■Headphones Headphone jack 3.5 mm stereo mini plug Headphones ●● To adjust volume, set Headphone Volume. Watching > For best audio > Volume settings ●● To select the sound output to adjust volume, set TV Speaker Setting. Watching > For best audio > Volume settings - 62 - Watching external input Connect the external equipment (VCR, DVD, etc.) and you can watch through the input. 1. Display the input selection menu with AV. 2. Select the input mode connected to the equipment and press OK to watch. (The selected mode is displayed on the top left of the screen.) ●● You can also select the input pressing AV. Press repeatedly until the desired input is selected. ●● You can select COMPONENT and VIDEO in AV. ●● You can label or skip each input mode. Skipped inputs will not be displayed when AV is pressed. (Input Labels) ●● The remote control is capable of operating the content or external equipment. Watching > External equipment > Operating with TV’s remote control ●● To return to TV mode TV = Note = ●● If the external equipment has an aspect adjustment function, set it to 16:9. ●● For details, read the manual of the equipment or ask your local dealer. ■■Input Labels Accessing the input labels list allows you to change the input name or skip the input if unconnected, improving identification and selection in the Input Selection banner. Watching > Basic > Freeview Play banner (UK) Watching > Basic > Information banner 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Setup > Display Settings > Input Labels and press OK to access. 3. Set the item and press OK to set. ●● To name each input mode freely, select User input and set characters (maximum 10 characters). ●● To skip the input mode, select Skip. - 63 - ■■Playing Time Display Set to On to display a time period of continuous use in Game Mode on the top right of the screen every 30 minutes. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Setup > Display Settings > Playing Time Display and press OK to access. 3.Select On / Off and press OK to set. ●● This function is available when Game Mode is set to On. - 64 - Operating with TV’s remote control You can operate the content in Media Player / media server, recording functions or the connected equipment with the following buttons of this TV’s remote control. : Playback (VCR / DVD / video content) : Stop the operations : Rewind, view the picture rapidly in reverse (VCR) Skip to the previous track, title or chapter (DVD / video content) : Rewind, view the picture rapidly in reverse (VCR) Search backward (DVD / video content) : Fast-forward, view the picture rapidly forward (VCR) Skip to the next track, title or chapter (DVD / video content) : Fast-forward, view the picture rapidly forward (VCR) Search forward (DVD / video content) : Pause / Resume Press and hold to play at slow speed (DVD) : One Touch Recording Recording > Recording current programme > One Touch Recording - 65 - ■■How to change the code Each Panasonic product has its own remote control code. Change the code according to the product for operation. 1. Press and hold Standby On / Off switch during the following operations. 2. Enter the appropriate code as follows with Numeric buttons. ●● Codes for each product and features 70: DVD Recorder, DVD Player, Blu-ray Disc Player 71: Player theatre, Blu-ray Disc theatre 72: VCR 73 (default): Using in USB HDD recording, Media Player, DLNA features or VIERA Link 3.Press to change. = Note = ●● Confirm if the remote control works correctly after changing the code. ●● The codes may be reset to defaults if batteries are replaced. ●● Some operations may not be available depending on the equipment. - 66 - HDMI features HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) is the world’s first complete digital consumer AV interface complying with a non-compression standard. HDMI allows you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality sound by connecting the TV to external equipment. HDMI-compatible equipment with an HDMI or DVI output terminal, such as a DVD player, a set top box or game equipment, can be connected to the HDMI terminal using a fully wired HDMI compliant cable. Watching > External equipment > External connection : The HDMI logo is displayed on HDMI-compliant equipment. ■■Applicable HDMI features ●● Input audio signal: 2ch LPCM, Dolby Audio (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus) – Audio settings can be made on HDMI Audio Format in the Sound Menu. Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings ●● Input video signal: Matches the output setting of the digital equipment. Watching > External equipment > Valid input signals ●● VIERA Link (HDAVI Control 5) Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Summary of VIERA Link ●● Content Type ●● Deep Colour ●● Audio Return Channel – Audio Return Channel (ARC) is a function to send digital sound signals via an HDMI cable. – For HDMI2 ●● x.v.Colour™ ●● 4K Watching > 4K resolution > Valid 4K format - 67 - ■■DVI connection If the external equipment has only a DVI output, connect to the HDMI terminal via a DVI to HDMI adaptor cable. When using the DVI to HDMI adaptor cable, connect the audio cable to the audio input terminal (use COMPONENT / VIDEO audio terminals). ●● Enquire HDMI adaptor cable at your local digital equipment retailer shop. = Note = ●● Audio settings can be made on HDMI Audio Format / HDMI Input in the Sound Menu. Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings ●● 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. ●● Equipment having no digital output terminal may be connected to the input terminal of component or video to receive analogue signals. ●● This TV incorporates HDMI™ technology. - 68 - HDMI HDR Setting 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Setup > HDMI HDR Setting and press OK to access. 3. Set the item and press OK to store. HDMI HDR Setting (On / Off) Set to On when the HDR device is connected to the TV. ●● Please turn Off this function if the image looks unnatural. This may occur in some cases such as compatibility with the connected device, source images or with use of multi-window function. ●● Image may disappear for a few seconds when the setting is changed. ●● For HDMI = Note = ●● Supporting HDR does not increase the peak brightness capabilities of the TV panel. - 69 - Valid input signals ■■COMPONENT, HDMI Signal name COMPONENT HDMI 525 (480) / 60i, 60p ○ ○ 625 (576) / 50i, 50p ○ ○ 750 (720) / 60p, 50p ○ ○ 1 125 (1 080) / 60i, 50i ○ ○ 1 125 (1 080) / 60p, 50p, 24p ○ 3 840 × 2 160 / 60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p ○ 4 096 × 2 160 / 60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p ○ ○: Applicable input signal = Note = ●● Signals other than above may not be displayed properly. ●● The above signals are reformatted for optimal viewing on your display. ●● For details of valid 4K format Watching > 4K resolution > Valid 4K format - 70 - For best picture Viewing Mode 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Picture > Viewing Mode and press OK to access. 3. Select the mode and press OK to set. Viewing Mode (Dynamic / Normal / Cinema / True Cinema / Custom / Sport / Game) Selects your favourite picture mode for each input. Dynamic: Improves contrast and sharpness for viewing in a bright room. Normal: Normal use for viewing in a normal lighting condition. Cinema: Improves the performance of contrast, black and colour reproduction for watching a film in a darkened room. True Cinema: Reproduces the original image quality precisely without any revision. Custom: Adjusts each menu item manually to suit your favourite picture quality. Sport: Improves picture quality for watching sports, etc. ●● The sound mode is automatically set to Stadium when Viewing Mode is set to Sport. To cancel the linkage of the sound and viewing mode, set Sport Link to Off. Watching > For best audio > Basic settings Game: Improves picture quality for playing games, etc. ●● For HDMI, AV (COMPONENT / VIDEO) ●● Game Mode is automatically set to On when Viewing Mode is set to Game. Watching > For best picture > Option Settings - 71 - ●● The following items can be adjusted and stored for each mode. Backlight / Contrast / Brightness / Colour / Tint / Sharpness / Colour Temperature / Vivid Colour / Colour Remaster / Rec.2020 Colour Remaster / Reversal Film Effect / Adaptive Backlight Control / Ambient Sensor / HDR Brightness Setting / Noise Reduction / MPEG Remaster / Resolution Remaster / Dynamic Range Remaster / Intelligent Frame Creation / Clear Motion ●● This function can be memorised respectively for input or TV mode. ■■To change the viewing mode with PICTURE You can change the viewing mode easily only by pressing PICTURE. 1.Display Viewing Mode with PICTURE. 2. Select the mode and press OK to set. ●● You can also change the mode by pressing PICTURE. (Press repeatedly until you reach the desired mode.) ●● To set the viewing mode selection 1) Display the menu with MENU. 2)Select Picture > PICTURE Button Setting and press OK to access. 3) Select the viewing mode to set. - 72 - Aspect Changes the aspect ratio (image size). ■■To change the aspect ratio manually 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Picture > Screen Settings and press OK to access. 3.Select Aspect and press OK to access. 4. Set the item and press OK to store. Auto: The best ratio is selected automatically according to the “Aspect Control Signal”. Watching > For best picture > Aspect Control Signal 16:9: Directly displays the image at 16:9 without distortion (anamorphic). 4:3: Displays the image at the standard 4:3 without distortion. Zoom: Displays a 16:9 letterbox or 4:3 image without distortion. V Full: Displays the image enlarged vertically to fit the screen without distortion. ●● For DCI 4K format = Note = ●● Display the image full-screen to use this function completely. ●● Aspect mode can be memorised separately for SD (Standard definition) and HD (High definition) signals. ●● Aspect cannot be changed in teletext service. ●● Aspect is fixed to 16:9 in the following conditions: – Game Mode is set to On. – 1080p Pure Direct is set to On. – 4K Pure Direct is set to On. – 1080p Pixel by 4pixels is set to On. – 4K content except DCI 4K - 73 - Aspect Control Signal Some features are not available on all models. Programmes usually contain an “Aspect Control Signal”. (Widescreen signal, Control signal through HDMI terminal) In Auto mode, aspect mode will appear in the top left of the screen if a Widescreen signal (WSS) or a Control signal through HDMI terminal is found. The aspect switches to the appropriate ratio. Watching > For best picture > Aspect ■■Available conditions ●● Terrestrial terminal (WSS only) Valid input signal format: DVB PAL I Invalid input signal format: PAL 525/60 6.0 MHz M.NTSC 6.0 MHz ●● Satellite terminal (WSS only) Valid input signal format: Freesat, Other Sat., Satellite ●● AV (VIDEO) terminals Valid input signal format: PAL PAL 525/60 M.NTSC NTSC : Control signal through HDMI terminal only - 74 - ●● AV (COMPONENT) terminals (WSS only) Valid input signal format: 625 (576) / 50i, 50p Invalid input signal format: 525 (480) / 60i, 60p 750 (720) / 60p, 50p 1 125 (1 080) / 60i, 50i ●● HDMI terminal Valid input signal format: 525 (480) / 60i, 60p 625 (576) / 50i, 50p 750 (720) / 60p, 50p 1 125 (1 080) / 60i, 50i 1 125 (1 080) / 60p, 50p, 24p 3 840 × 2 160 / 60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p 4 096 × 2 160 / 60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p ●● HDMI terminal does not receive WSS signal. = Note = ●● If the screen size looks unusual when a widescreen-recorded programme is played back on a VCR, adjust the tracking of the VCR. Read the manual of the VCR. ●● For details of valid 4K format Watching > 4K resolution > Valid 4K format - 75 - Basic settings Some features are not available on all models. Available menu items are displayed on your TV screen. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Picture and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Backlight / Contrast / Brightness / Colour / Tint / Sharpness / Colour Temperature / Vivid Colour / Colour Remaster / Rec.2020 Colour Remaster / Reversal Film Effect / Adaptive Backlight Control / Resolution Remaster / Dynamic Range Remaster / Intelligent Frame Creation / Clear Motion 4. Set the item and press OK to store. Backlight, Contrast, Brightness, Colour, Tint, Sharpness Adjusts the levels of these options according to your personal preference. ●● Sharpness is not available when 1080p Pixel by 4pixels is set to On. Colour Temperature Sets the overall colour tone of the picture (bluer - redder). Vivid Colour (On / Off) Automatically adjusts colours to vivid ones. Colour Remaster (Max / Min / Off) Displays the vivid images with the expanded colour gamut. ●● Not valid for photo content Rec.2020 Colour Remaster (On / Off) Displays the vivid images with the suitable colour gamut. ●● This function is available only for Rec. 2020 and displayed instead of Colour Remaster. - 76 - Reversal Film Effect (Max / Min / Off) Provides the picture effect such as the reversal film for photo content. ●● For photo content Adaptive Backlight Control Automatically controls the level of backlight according to the images. Resolution Remaster (Auto / Max / Mid / Min / Off) Enhances picture resolution to make the image sharper. ●● Not valid when 1080p Pixel by 4pixels is set to On Dynamic Range Remaster (On / Off) Enhances bright areas of the image closer to the original luminance making improved picture impact. ●● Not valid in the following conditions: – Multi window – Adaptive Backlight Control is set to Off. – Contrast Control is set to Off. – HDR video signal Intelligent Frame Creation (Custom / Max / Mid / Min / Off) Automatically compensates the picture frame rate and removes juddering movements to make the images smooth. ●● Depending on the content, images may be noisy. To prevent the noise, change the setting. ●● Select Custom to set Intelligent Frame Creation manually. Blur Reduction: Adjusts the smoothness of camera content to minimise blur. Film Smooth: Adjusts the smoothness of film content. Reset to Defaults: Resets items for Intelligent Frame Creation. - 77 - ●● Not valid in the following conditions: – Game Mode is set to On. – 1080p Pixel by 4pixels is set to On. – 1080p Pure Direct is set to On. – 4K Pure Direct is set to On. – Photo content Clear Motion (On / Off) Makes the moving pictures clearer by controlling the level of backlight. ●● Not valid for photo content - 78 - Ambient Sensor 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Picture > Ambient Sensor and press OK to access. 3.Select On / Off and press OK to set. Ambient Sensor (On / Off) ●● Automatic Brightness Control function Adjusts picture settings automatically depending on ambient lighting condition. ●● Not valid for HDR video signal - 79 - HDR Brightness Setting 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Picture > HDR Brightness Setting and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. HDR Auto Brightness / HDR Brightness Enhancer 4. Set the item and press OK to store. HDR Auto Brightness (On / Off) Automatically enhances the luminance when watching an HDR video in a bright environment. HDR Brightness Enhancer Adjusts the luminance when watching an HDR video in a bright environment. = Note = ●● Supporting HDR does not increase the peak brightness capabilities of the TV panel. - 80 - Noise reduction settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Picture > Noise Reduction / MPEG Remaster and press OK to access. 3. Set the item and press OK to store. Noise Reduction (Auto / Max / Mid / Min / Off) Reduces unwanted picture noise. ●● Not valid in the following conditions (The condition may differ depending on the model.): – Game Mode is set to On. – 1080p Pure Direct is set to On. – 4K Pure Direct is set to On. MPEG Remaster (Auto / Max / Mid / Min / Off) Reduces flicker noise in contoured parts of a picture and block noise. ●● Not valid in the following conditions (The condition may differ depending on the model.): – Game Mode is set to On. – 1080p Pure Direct is set to On. – 4K Pure Direct is set to On. - 81 - Advanced Settings Some features are not available on all models. Available menu items are displayed on your TV screen. You can adjust and set up the detailed picture settings when Viewing Mode is set to Cinema, True Cinema or Custom. The settings in True Cinema or Custom can be stored for each input. Watching > For best picture > Viewing Mode 1. Select the input mode with AV or TV. 2. Display the menu with MENU. 3.Select Picture > Viewing Mode and press OK to access. 4. Select the mode and press OK to set. Cinema / True Cinema / Custom ■■Adjust the detailed picture settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Picture > Advanced Settings and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Contrast Control / Colour Gamut / White Balance / Colour Management / Gamma / Reset to Defaults 4. Set the item and press OK to store. ■■Contrast Control Contrast Control (Custom / Auto / Off) Automatically adjusts the detailed contrast settings. Select Custom to set Contrast Control Setting manually. Contrast Control Setting Adaptive Gamma Control: Adjusts the gamma curve to make the image brighter. Black Expander: Gradually adjusts the shades of black. Clear White Effect: Makes the white area clearer. Reset to Defaults: Resets items for Contrast Control Setting. - 82 - ■■Colour Gamut Colour Gamut (Auto / Normal / Native / Rec. 709 / SMPTE-C / EBU / Rec. 2020) Reproduces image colour precisely according to the colour gamut standards. Auto: Automatically adjusts the colour gamut according to the input signal. Normal: Displays colours according to the colour gamut. Native: Displays deep colours by expanding the colour gamut to its maximum. Rec. 709: Standard for HD (High definition) SMPTE-C: Standard for NTSC EBU: Standard for PAL Rec. 2020: Provides the suitable colour gamut for Rec. 2020. ●● Not valid for photo content ●● Set Colour Remaster to Off to use this function. ●● Set Rec.2020 Colour Remaster to Off to use this function for the Rec. 2020 signal. ■■White Balance R-Gain / G-Gain / B-Gain Adjusts the white balance of bright red / green / blue areas. R-Cutoff / G-Cutoff / B-Cutoff Adjusts the white balance of dark red / green / blue areas. More Detailed Adjustment Adjusts more detailed items for White Balance. Input Signal Level: Adjusts the input signal level. - 83 - R-Gain / G-Gain / B-Gain: Adjusts the detailed white balance of bright red / green / blue areas. Reset to Defaults: Resets items for More Detailed Adjustment. Reset to Defaults Resets White Balance to the default settings. ■■Colour Management R-Hue / R-Saturation / R-Luminance Adjusts the picture hue / saturation / luminance of red areas. G-Hue / G-Saturation / G-Luminance Adjusts the picture hue / saturation / luminance of green areas. B-Hue / B-Saturation / B-Luminance Adjusts the picture hue / saturation / luminance of blue areas. More Detailed Adjustment Adjusts more detailed items for Colour Management. C-Hue / M-Hue / Y-Hue: Adjusts the picture hue of cyan / magenta / yellow areas. C-Saturation / M-Saturation / Y-Saturation: Adjusts the saturation of cyan / magenta / yellow areas. C-Luminance / M-Luminance / Y-Luminance: Adjusts the luminance of cyan / magenta / yellow areas. Reset to Defaults: Resets items for More Detailed Adjustment. Reset to Defaults Resets Colour Management to the default settings. - 84 - ■■Gamma Gamma Switches the gamma curve. ●● Please note the numerical values are reference for the adjustment. More Detailed Adjustment Adjusts more detailed items for Gamma. Input Signal Level: Adjusts the input signal level. Gain: Adjusts the gain of gamma for selected signal level. Reset to Defaults: Resets items for More Detailed Adjustment. Reset to Defaults Resets Gamma to the default settings. ■■Reset to Defaults Reset to Defaults Resets Advanced Settings to the default settings. - 85 - Option Settings Some features are not available on all models. Available menu items are displayed on your TV screen. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Picture > Option Settings and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Game Mode / Film Cadence Mode / 1080p Pure Direct / 4K Pure Direct / 1080p Pixel by 4pixels / HDMI Content Type / HDMI EOTF Type / EOTF Type / HDMI RGB Range / 3D-COMB 4. Set the item and press OK to store. Game Mode (On / Off) Provides suitable images for fast response signals when playing games. ●● Not valid in TV mode ●● To display a continuous record of time spent using Game Mode, set Playing Time Display. Film Cadence Mode (Auto / On / Off) Improves vertical resolution for movie images. ●● This function is available for interlaced signals (except in the mode of multi window, Network services or when Game Mode is set to On). 1080p Pure Direct (On / Off) Reproduces the original image quality in detail for 1080p (HDMI) input signal. ●● Not valid in the following conditions: – Multi window – 1080p Pixel by 4pixels is set to On. 4K Pure Direct (On / Off) Reproduces the original image quality in detail for 4K (HDMI) input signal. ●● Not valid in the following conditions: – Multi window - 86 - 1080p Pixel by 4pixels (On / Off) Displays like pixel by pixel to make the image sharper for 1080p signal. ●● For HDMI ●● Not all image may be displayed as pixel by pixel precisely. ●● Not valid in the following conditions: – Multi window HDMI Content Type (Graphics / Photos / Auto / Off) Adjusts the picture settings of each HDMI input according to the selected content type. Auto: Automatically adjusts the picture settings according to the received HDMI content if the connected equipment supports HDMI Content Type. ●● To set the availability of each content type for Auto mode, select Auto Detail Setting. ●● For HDMI HDMI EOTF Type (Auto / Traditional gamma / HLG / PQ) Selects the EOTF type for each HDMI input. Set to Auto for general use. ●● For HDMI EOTF Type (Auto / Traditional gamma / HLG / PQ) Selects the EOTF type of broadcast or video content. It works correctly only when the signal corresponds the each EOTF type. Set to Auto for general use. ●● Automatically switches to Auto for broadcast each time another input / channel is selected. ●● For digital, video content - 87 - HDMI RGB Range (Auto / Full / Normal) Adjusts the black level of the image for each HDMI input. ●● When the black level is not suitable, select Full. ●● For HDMI 3D-COMB (On / Off) Makes still or slow moving pictures more vivid. ●● Occasionally, while viewing still or slow moving pictures, colour patterning may be seen. Set to On to display sharper and more accurate colours. ●● For PAL / NTSC signal reception in TV mode or from composite connection - 88 - Screen Settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Picture > Screen Settings and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Aspect / 16:9 Overscan / Zoom Adjustments / Screen Display 4. Set the item and press OK to store. Aspect Changes the aspect ratio (image size). Watching > For best picture > Aspect 16:9 Overscan (On / Off) Selects the screen area displaying the image for 16:9 aspect. On: Enlarges the image to hide the edge of the image. Off: Displays the image in the original size. ●● Set to On if noise occurs on the edge of the screen. ●● This function can be memorised for SD (Standard definition) and HD (High definition) signals respectively. ●● Not valid in the following conditions: – Photo content – Game Mode is set to On. – 4K content – 1080p Pixel by 4pixels is set to On. – 1080p Pure Direct is set to On. – 4K Pure Direct is set to On. – Multi window Zoom Adjustments Adjusts the vertical position and size when aspect is set to Zoom. ●● Not valid in the following conditions: – 4K content – Multi window - 89 - Screen Display (On / Off) Turns the screen off when you select Off. ●● This function is effective in reducing power consumption when listening to the sound without watching the TV screen. ●● Press any buttons (except Standby On / Off switch) to turn the screen on. - 90 - Copy Adjustment Copies the picture settings of True Cinema or Custom to those of the other input mode or Viewing Mode. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Picture > Copy Adjustment > Destination Viewing Mode / Destination Input and press OK to access. 3. Select the destination to copy to and press OK to set. 4.Select Copy Start and press OK to copy. 5. When a confirmation screen is displayed, select Yes and press OK to set. = Note = ●● Option Settings and Screen Settings are not copied. - 91 - For best audio Sound mode 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Sound > Mode and press OK to access. 3. Select the mode and press OK to set. Mode (Standard / Music / Speech / Stadium / User) Selects your favourite sound mode for each input. Standard: Provides the suitable sound quality for all types of scenes. Music: Improves sound quality for watching music videos, etc. Speech: Improves sound quality for watching news, drama, etc. Stadium: Improves sound quality for watching sports, etc. ●● The sound mode is automatically set to Stadium when Viewing Mode is set to Sport. To cancel the linkage of the sound and viewing mode, set Sport Link to Off. Watching > For best audio > Basic settings User: Adjusts the sounds manually using the equaliser to suit your favourite sound quality. ●● The following items can be adjusted and stored for each mode. Bass / Treble / Surround / Bass Boost ●● For the User mode, Equaliser is available in the Sound Menu instead of Bass and Treble. Select Equaliser and adjust the frequency. Watching > For best audio > Basic settings ●● This function is effective only for the sound from TV speakers. - 92 - Basic settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Sound and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Bass / Treble / Equaliser / Balance / Surround / Bass Boost / Sport Link 4. Set the item and press OK to store. Bass Adjusts level to enhance or minimise lower, deeper sound output. Treble Adjusts level to enhance or minimise sharper, higher sound output. Equaliser Adjusts the frequency level to suit your favourite sound quality. ●● This function is available when Mode is set to User. ●● Select the frequency and adjust the frequency level. ●● To enhance the bass sound, raise the level of the lower frequency. To enhance the treble sound, raise the level of the higher frequency. ●● To reset the levels of each frequency to the default settings, select Reset to Defaults and press OK. ●● This function is effective only for the sound from TV speakers. Balance Adjusts volume level of right and left speakers. Surround (Cinema surround / Stadium surround / Off) Selects surround sound settings. Cinema surround: Provides a suitable sound for watching a film by improving spatial effects. Stadium surround: Provides a dynamic sound for watching sports by improving spatial effects. ●● This function is effective only for the sound from TV speakers. - 93 - Bass Boost (On / Off) Enhances the effect of bass sounds. ●● This function is effective only for the sound from TV speakers. Sport Link (On / Off) Automatically sets the sound mode to Stadium when Viewing Mode is set to Sport. - 94 - Volume settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Sound and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Speaker Selection / TV Speaker Setting / Headphone Volume / Auto Gain Control / Volume Correction / Clear Sound Adjustment 4. Set the item and press OK to store. Speaker Selection (TV / Home Cinema) Enables controlling the theatre speaker with this TV’s remote control by pointing at the TV’s signal receiver. TV: TV speakers are active. Home Cinema: The sound is delivered from theatre speakers. Player theatre, Bluray Disc theatre or Amplifier will be automatically turned on if it is in Standby mode. ●● ●● The sound of TV speakers is mute. When the equipment is turned off, TV speakers will be activated. ●● You can use Volume Up / Down and MUTE. This function is available when the theatre speakers supporting VIERA Link function is connected to this TV. TV Speaker Setting (TV Speaker / Headphone / Off) Selects the sound output to adjust volume. ●● Sound from TV speaker turns off when Headphone or Off is selected. Headphone Volume Adjusts the volume of headphones. - 95 - Auto Gain Control (On / Off) Automatically regulates large sound level differences between channels and inputs. Volume Correction Adjusts the volume of each individual channel or input mode. Clear Sound Adjustment (On / Off) If the sound from TV speakers is unclear due to installation environment, On is recommended. ●● This function is effective only for the sound from TV speakers. - 96 - Voice Guidance Settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Sound > Voice Guidance Settings and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Voice Guidance / Speed / Volume / User Level / Web Browser 4. Set the item and press OK to store. Voice Guidance (On / Off) Set to On to enable voice guidance of the basic features (on-screen messages, etc.) for visually impaired users. ●● Not valid in multi window mode Speed (Fast / Normal / Slow) Selects the readout speed for the voice guidance. Volume (Max / Mid / Min) Selects the volume for the voice guidance. User Level (Beginner / Expert) Selects the level of verbosity for the voice guidance. Web Browser (On / Off) Set to On to enable voice guidance of the network content in web browser function. = Note = ●● Voice guidance function may not correspond exactly. - 97 - Audio Description 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Sound > Audio Description and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Preferred Audio Type / Volume 4. Set the item and press OK to store. ●● For DVB Preferred Audio Type (Audio Description / Standard) Narration settings for visually impaired users Set to Audio Description to activate the narration sound track when available on the broadcast. ●● The availability of audio description sound track is indicated by AD in the information banner. ●● Not valid in multi window mode Volume Adjusts the volume for Audio Description. - 98 - Advanced settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Sound and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. NICAM / Audio Preference / SPDIF Selection / HDMI Audio Format / PCM Optical Level / SPDIF Delay / HDMI Input 4. Set the item and press OK to store. NICAM (On / Off) Near Instantaneous Companded Audio Multiplex Reproduces NICAM stereo sound. ●● Set to Off if reception is poor. (FM monaural sound) ●● For Analogue Audio Preference (Multichannel / Stereo / MPEG) Selects the initial setting for audio tracks. Multichannel: The priority is given to multi-channel audio track. Stereo: The priority is given to stereo (2ch) audio track. MPEG: The priority is given to MPEG. ●● MPEG is an audio compression method that compresses audio to the smaller size without any considerable loss of audio quality. ●● For digital ●● Ireland only SPDIF Selection (Auto / PCM / Dolby Audio) Selects the initial setting for digital audio output signal from DIGITAL AUDIO and HDMI2 (ARC function) terminals. ●● SPDIF is a standard audio transfer file format. - 99 - Auto: Dolby Audio (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus) and HE-AAC multichannel are output as Dolby Digital Bitstream. MPEG is output as PCM. PCM: Digital output signal is fixed to PCM. Dolby Audio: Dolby Audio (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus), HE-AAC and AAC are output as Dolby Digital Bitstream or Dolby Digital Plus Bitstream. ●● ARC (Audio Return Channel) is a function of digital audio output using HDMI cable. ●● For digital, video content Media Player > Playback > Audio output settings Network > Videos > Audio output settings HDMI Audio Format (Auto / Bitstream / PCM) Selects the audio format for the HDMI input signal. Auto: When the TV speakers are active, audio format is fixed to PCM. When the sound is delivered from theatre speakers, audio format is fixed to Bitstream. Bitstream: Dolby Audio (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus) is output as Dolby Audio Bitstream. Other digital audio output signals are output as PCM. PCM: Digital audio signal is output as PCM. PCM Optical Level Adjusts the audio level of PCM output from DIGITAL AUDIO and HDMI2 (ARC function) terminals to equalise with that of the other audio types. SPDIF Delay Adjusts the delay time of the sound output from DIGITAL AUDIO and HDMI2 (ARC function) terminals if the sound does not synchronise the image. ●● For digital ●● Ireland only - 100 - HDMI Input (Digital / Analogue) Selects to fit the input signal. Watching > External equipment > HDMI features Digital: When sound is carried via the HDMI cable connection Analogue: When sound is not carried via the HDMI-DVI adaptor cable connection ●● For HDMI - 101 - TV Guide Freeview Play EPG (UK) Using the Freeview Play EPG enables you to select a programme easily, view programme information, etc. ●● For DVB (UK only) ●● A broadband network environment is required to fully use this function. Ensure the network connections and network settings are completed. Network > Network connections Network > Network settings 1.Select DVB with TV. 2.Display TV Guide with GUIDE. (Example) TV screen Date and time Programme Channel position and name ●● To watch the programme 1) Select a programme and press OK to access. 2)Select Watch now and press OK to watch. – To use Timer Programming, select Record. Watching > TV Guide > Timer Programming – If a programme exists in both HD and SD broadcasts, Watch in HD can be selected. - 102 - ●● To display the schedule information (red) ●● To jump to the currently selected channel (green) ●● To access to the Catch-Up menu (if available) (yellow) ●● To search programme (if available) (blue) ●● To view more details of the programme 1) Select the programme. 2)Press to view. – Press again to return to TV Guide. ●● To exit TV Guide EXIT = Note = ●● In Other Sat., the channel list will appear when pressing GUIDE. ●● Be sure to update the software when a software update notice is displayed on the TV screen. If the software is not updated, you may not be able to use the Freeview Play EPG. You can update the software later manually. Network > Network settings > Software Update ●● When this TV is turned on for the first time, or the TV is switched off for more than a week, it may take some time before TV Guide is completely shown. ●● The features may vary depending on the broadcaster. - 103 - Freesat EPG (UK) Only for the model supporting the satellite reception Using the Freesat EPG enables you to select a programme easily, view programme information, etc. ●● For Freesat ●● A broadband network environment is required to fully use this function. Ensure the network connections and network settings are completed. Network > Network connections Network > Network settings 1.Select Freesat with TV. 2.Display TV Guide with GUIDE. (Example) Date and time Programme Channel position and name ●● To watch the programme 1) Select a programme and press OK to access. 2)Select Watch now and press OK to watch. – To use Timer Programming, select Record. Watching > TV Guide > Timer Programming – If a programme exists in both HD and SD broadcasts, Watch in HD can be selected. - 104 - ●● To display the schedule information (red) ●● To jump to the currently selected channel (green) ●● To view a channel list of the selected genre (blue) ●● To view more details of the programme 1) Select the programme. 2)Press to view. – Press again to return to TV Guide. ●● To exit TV Guide EXIT = Note = ●● In Other Sat., the channel list will appear when pressing GUIDE. ●● Be sure to update the software when a software update notice is displayed on the TV screen. If the software is not updated, you may not be able to use the Freeview Play EPG. You can update the software later manually. Network > Network settings > Software Update ●● When this TV is turned on for the first time, or the TV is switched off for more than a week, it may take some time before TV Guide is completely shown. ●● The features may vary depending on the broadcaster. - 105 - TV Guide Some features are not available on all models. TV Guide - Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) provides an on-screen listing of the programmes currently broadcast and the forthcoming broadcasts over the next seven days (depending on the broadcaster). ●● Not valid in Analogue ●● Ireland only 1.Select DVB with TV. 2.Display TV Guide with GUIDE. (Example) TV screen (DVB) Date Time Programme Channel position and name ●● To watch the programme 1) Select the current programme and press OK to access. – The current programme is displayed on the top left of the screen. 2)Select View and press OK to watch. – To use Timer Programming Watching > TV Guide > Timer Programming ●● To the previous day (red) ●● To the next day (green) - 106 - ●● To search programme titles and view a list of the searched programmes (if available) 1) Display the search list with (yellow). 2)Select Search and press OK to access. 3) Enter characters with Cursor buttons or Numeric buttons, and press OK to set. 4)Press (green) to start searching. – All the programme titles including the word you set are listed. – Searching without any characters lists all programmes including current programmes. ●● To view a channel list of the selected category 1) Display the category list with (blue). 2) Select the category and press OK to view. – To list favourite channels, set Favourites Editor. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Favourites Editor ●● To view more details of the programme 1) Select the programme. 2)Press to view. – Press again to return to TV Guide. ●● To exit TV Guide EXIT = Note = ●● When this TV is turned on for the first time, or the TV is switched off for more than a week, it may take some time before TV Guide is completely shown. ●● In Satellite, the channel list will appear when pressing GUIDE. - 107 - Timer Programming This function allows you to select programmes that you want to record to the USB HDD. 1.Display TV Guide with GUIDE. 2. Select the forthcoming programme and press OK to access. 3.Select Record and press OK to set. (UK only) ●● You can also set a timer event pressing ●● To check / change / cancel a timer event . Recording > Timer Programming > Editing Timer Programming ●● LED turns to orange in Standby mode when Timer Programming is set. ●● To return to TV Guide BACK/RETURN ●● If you select the current programme, a confirmation screen asking whether you want to watch or record the programme appears. Select Timer Programming and press OK to set USB HDD Rec. to record from the time you finish the timer event setting. (Ireland only) ●● is displayed on the TV Guide screen if Timer Programming is set from TV Guide. (UK only) = Note = ●● Not valid in Analogue ●● Timer Programming only works reliably if correct time information is received via the signal from the broadcaster or service provider. ●● No other channels can be selected while recording of Timer Programming is in progress. (Only for single tuner model) ●● When recording programmes to the USB HDD, be sure to format the USB HDD and enable it to record in USB Device Setup. Recording > USB HDD setup ●● To set timer programming events of this TV on the network equipment (smartphone, etc.) from outside the home network Recording > Timer Programming > Remote recording - 108 - Guide link programming Guide link programming is Timer Programming which is controlled by information from the TV Guide; if programme start and end times are changed by the broadcaster, the timer event will follow the change. ●● UK only ●● is displayed on the timer event if the timer is set from the TV Guide. (Guide link programming) ●● Not valid in Analogue = Note = ●● If you edit the start time or end time of a Guide link programming event by more than 10 minutes, it will no longer follow the broadcaster’s changes to the start or end time. The start and end times will become fixed. - 109 - Teletext Digital text service Some features are not available on all models. Digital text services (MHEG) differ greatly from analogue teletext. When you switch to a digital text service, the images you see can contain graphics and text, laid out and controlled in a manner decided by the broadcaster. 1.Select Freesat (UK only) / DVB with TV. ●● DVB programmes may have digital text services (MHEG). 2. Switch to a digital text service with TEXT. ■■How to operate services In all cases, it is possible to navigate the pages using buttons on the remote control, but because the commands available must apply to all manufacturers of digital equipment, some on-screen commands may not correspond exactly to the remote control buttons. ●● To exit a digital text service TEXT = Note = ●● As soon as you switch to a digital channel with links to a digital text service, software is downloaded in the background over air to enable the teletext function. This means that when switching to a digital channel, you should wait for approx. 5 seconds before pressing TEXT - this allows the software to be downloaded. If you press TEXT before download is complete, it will be ignored and you will have to press TEXT again when the download is complete. - 110 - Viewing Teletext 1. Switch to teletext with TEXT. ●● Displays the index page (content varies depending on the broadcaster). ●● Current / sub page numbers are displayed on the top left of the screen. ●● Time / date is displayed on the top right of the screen. ●● Colour bar is displayed on the bottom of the screen. 2. Select the page with Cursor buttons, Numeric buttons or (coloured buttons). ●● To adjust contrast 1)Press MENU twice to display Contrast. 2) Adjust and press OK to set. ●● To exit teletext EXIT ■■Reveal hidden data 1.Press MENU. 2. Reveal with ●● (red). Press again to hide. ■■To view a favourite page stored Press STTL to view a favourite page. ●● Call up the page stored on (blue). (List mode) ●● Factory setting is “P888” (subtitle service) on (blue). (List mode) ■■FULL / TOP / BOTTOM 1.Press MENU. 2.Press (green) to change the layout. ■■Watch TV and teletext in two windows at once 1.Press TEXT to view in multi window. ●● Operations can be made only in teletext screen. 2.Press TEXT repeatedly to return to TV or teletext. - 111 - ■■Store frequently viewed pages in the colour bar (List mode) 1.Press (coloured buttons) while the page is displayed. 2. Press and hold OK. ●● The stored page number changes to white. ●● If you use subtitles, do not change number on ●● To change stored pages 1)Press (blue). (coloured buttons) to change. 2) Enter a new page number with Numeric buttons. 3) Press and hold OK. ■■View sub page The number of sub pages is displayed on the top of the screen. Press to view sub page. (Only when teletext has more than one page.) ●● The number of sub pages varies depending on the broadcaster (up to 79 pages). ●● Searching may take time while you are watching TV. ●● To view a specific sub page 1)Press MENU. 2)Press (blue). 3) Enter the 4-digit number (e.g. P6, press - 112 - ). / Teletext mode Teletext services are the text information provided by the broadcaster. ●● The features may vary depending on the broadcaster. ●● The availability of teletext services for a programme is indicated by TEXT in the information banner. (Ireland only) 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Setup > Display Settings > Teletext and press OK to access. 3.Select FASTEXT / List and press OK to set. ■■FASTEXT mode In FASTEXT mode, four differently coloured subjects are situated on the bottom of the screen. To access more information about one of these subjects, press the appropriate coloured button. This facility enables fast access to information on the subjects shown. ■■List mode In List mode, four differently coloured page numbers are situated on the bottom of the screen. Each of these numbers can be changed and stored in the TV’s memory. Watching > Teletext > Viewing Teletext - 113 - Teletext Character Set Selects teletext language font. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Setup > Display Settings > Teletext Character Set and press OK to access. 3. Select the font and press OK to set. West: English, French, German, Greek, Italian, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish, etc. East1: Czech, English, Estonian, Lettish, Rumanian, Russian, Ukrainian, etc. East2: Czech, Hungarian, Lettish, Polish, Rumanian, etc. ●● Ireland only - 114 - Tuning and editing channels Setting menu Some features are not available on all models. Available menu items are displayed on your TV screen. You can retune channels, edit channel lists, create your favourite channel lists, etc. 1. Select the mode with TV. Freesat (UK only) / DVB / Analogue / Other Sat. (UK only) / Satellite (Ireland only) 2. Display the menu with MENU. 3.Select Setup > Tuning Menu and press OK to access. Freesat Tuning Menu / DVB Tuning Menu / Analogue Tuning Menu / Other Sat. Tuning Menu / Satellite Tuning Menu ●● The menu name varies depending on the TV mode. 4. Select one of the functions and press OK to access. Channel List Editor / Favourites Editor / Regional Channel Edit / Auto Setup / Channel Sorting by Region / Manual Tuning / Update Channel List / Auto Update Channel List / New Channel Message / Signal Condition / Add New Channels / Add TV Signal ●● The function items vary depending on the TV mode and country you select. - 115 - Channel List Editor Some features are not available on all models. Available menu items are displayed on your TV screen. ■■Skip unwanted Freesat / DVB / Analogue channels You can hide (skip) unwanted channels. The hidden channels cannot be displayed except in this function. 1.Select Channel List Editor and press OK to access. 2. Select a channel. 3.Press OK to set Reveal / Hide (skip). : Reveal : Hide (skip) ●● To reveal all channels (if available) (yellow) ■■Edit DVB / Analogue Channels ●● To swap the channel position number (logical channel number) 1)Press (green) to edit. 2) Enter the new position number with Numeric buttons, and press (green) to store. ●● To retune each channel (Manual Tuning) (red) – Only for the revealed channels ●● To rename the channel name (Analogue) 1)Press (blue) to edit. 2) Enter characters (maximum 5 characters) with Cursor buttons or Numeric buttons, and press OK to set. 3)Press BACK/RETURN to store. = Note = ●● If a VCR is connected only with the RF cable in Analogue, edit VCR. - 116 - ■■Create the channel list for Other Sat. / Satellite Create your channel list of Other Sat. / Satellite for viewing from all the found channels to exclude the duplicated channels or to reduce the number of channels. And then you can select your desired channels easily. 1. Select a channel to list from Channels Found. ●● To change the category (red) 2.Press OK to add it to Channels for Viewing. ●● To add consecutive channels to the list at once 1)Press (yellow). 2) Make the channel block and press OK to add. ●● To delete the selected channel from the list of Channels Found (green) ●● To exclude the selected channel from the list of Channels for Viewing OK ●● To move the selected channel in the list of Channels for Viewing 1)Press (green). 2) Select the new position with Cursor buttons or select the turn with Numeric buttons. 3)Press (green) to store. - 117 - Favourites Editor Some features are not available on all models. Available menu items are displayed on your TV screen. ■■List favourite Other Sat. / Satellite channels Create your favourite channel lists from various broadcasters (up to 4: Favourites 1 to 4). The Other Sat. / Satellite favourites lists are available for switching in the information banner. Watching > Basic > Information banner 1.Select Favourites Editor and press OK to access. 2. Select a channel to list from all Other Sat. / Satellite Channels. appears when the channel is encrypted. ●● To display other favourites (green) ●● To change the category (blue) 3.Press OK to add it to favourites list. ●● ●● To add all channels to the list (if available) 1)Press (yellow). 2)Press (green) to add all. To add consecutive channels to the list at once 1)Press (yellow). 2) Make the channel block and press OK to add. 4.Press BACK/RETURN and OK to store. ■■List favourite DVB channels Create your favourite channel lists from various broadcasters (up to 4: Favourites 1 to 4). The favourites lists are available for switching in the information banner and the TV Guide screen. (Ireland only) Watching > Basic > Information banner Watching > TV Guide > TV Guide 1.Select Favourites Editor and press OK to access. 2. Select a channel to list from all DVB channels. - 118 - ●● ●● appears when the channel is encrypted. To display other favourites (green) 3.Press OK to add it to favourites list. ●● To add all channels to the list (if available) 1)Press (yellow). 2)Press (green) to add all. 4.Press BACK/RETURN and OK to store. ■■Edit DVB favourites list You can edit the favourites list while the cursor is on the channel in the favourites list. ●● To move the channel 1) Select the channel. 2)Press (green). 3) Select the new position with Cursor buttons or select the turn with Numeric buttons. 4)Press ●● (green) to store. To delete the channel 1) Select the channel. 2)Press OK to delete. –Press ●● (yellow) to delete all channels. To name the favourites 1)Press (red). 2) Enter characters (maximum 10 characters) with Cursor buttons or Numeric buttons, and press OK to set. 3)Press BACK/RETURN to store. - 119 - = Note = ●● Channel position numbers (known as logical channel numbers) can be swapped in Channel List. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Channel List Editor ●● The hidden channels cannot be displayed in the favourite list (Live TV). - 120 - Regional Channel Edit Only for the model supporting the satellite reception You can replace some regional channels with the available channels from another region channel (if available). 1. Select a channel to replace from Freesat Regional Channels. 2. Select a channel to be replaced from Alternative Regional Channels. - 121 - Auto Setup Some features are not available on all models. Available menu items are displayed on your TV screen. Automatically retunes the channels received in the area. ●● This function is available if channel tuning is already performed. ●● Only the selected mode is retuned. All the previous tuning settings are erased. ●● Child Lock PIN number is required to retune locked channels. Functions > Child Lock > PIN number ●● If tuning has not been done completely, set Manual Tuning. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Manual Tuning – For DVB, Analogue, Other Sat., Satellite ■■Freesat ●● To use dual tuner function, set Dual Tuner Mode to On. 1.Select Auto Setup and press OK to access. 2. A confirmation screen is displayed and press OK to start Auto Setup. (Settings are made automatically.) 3. Enter your postcode with Cursor buttons or Numeric buttons, and press OK to set. ●● When the operation is completed, the channel at the lowest position will be displayed. ■■DVB, Analogue 1.Select Auto Setup and press OK to access. 2. A confirmation screen is displayed and press OK to start Auto Setup. (Settings are made automatically.) ●● When the operation is completed, the channel at the lowest position will be displayed. - 122 - ■■Other Sat. / Satellite ●● To use dual tuner function, set Dual Tuner Mode to On. 1.Select Auto Setup and press OK to access. 2. Select the satellite. ●● Select IN 1 / IN 2 in Signal Input to set for each tuner. ●● Selectable satellites are Astra2/Eurobird, Astra1 and Hotbird. ●● Check the dish alignment for the satellite to select. – The Freesat channel uses Astra2 at 28.2° East and Eurobird1 at 28.5° East satellites. To ensure your satellite dish is correctly installed, consult your Freesat registered dealer. (UK only) – For information about Astra1 and Hotbird, consult the received satellite broadcasting companies. ●● If you want to tune from all available satellites, select Any Satellite. 3.Select Start and press OK to access. 4. The signal condition is displayed and press OK to access. ●● If you select Any Satellite, this step is skipped. ●● It takes a while to check the connection for your selected satellite. ●● Ensure that the Signal Lock status is shown as Locked. If it is not locked, the search cannot be executed. ●● If the status is shown as Not locked and Signal Quality / Signal Strength have no indications, please check the dish alignment. If the status is shown as Not locked but there are some levels of Signal Quality / Signal Strength indicated, select Any Satellite in step 2 and try again. 5. A confirmation screen is displayed and press OK to access. 6. Select a search mode and press OK to start Auto Setup. (Settings are made automatically.) ●● If you select Astra2/Eurobird or Any Satellite, Freesat channels will also be searched. ●● When the operation is completed, the channel at the lowest position will be displayed. - 123 - ■■Auto Setup using the buttons on the TV 1. Press and hold INPUT/OK/HOLD for MENU button for 3 seconds to display the menu. 2.Set Auto Setup with following control panel buttons. ●● Move the cursor / select from a range of options / select the menu item ●● Access the menu / store settings after adjustments have been made or options have been set with INPUT/OK/HOLD for MENU button - 124 - Channel Sorting by Region You can sort DVB channels so that those with the best signal quality, or those for your preferred region, appear nearer the top of your channel list. (UK only) 1. Select the region and press OK to access. 2. Select repeatedly until you reach the available region. ●● Normally, you should select Best signal quality (All Regions). ●● If you choose to select your preferred region, you could find channels with a weaker signal appear nearer the top of your channel list. If you have any image or sound problems, select Best signal quality (All Regions) instead. - 125 - Manual Tuning Some features are not available on all models. Available menu items are displayed on your TV screen. ●● Normally use Auto Setup or Update Channel List to retune DVB channels. ●● If tuning has not been done completely or for adjusting the direction of the aerial or dish, use this function. (DVB) ●● All DVB channels found are added to Channel List Editor. ■■DVB (UK only) 1.Select Frequency. 2.Press OK to search. ●● All channels found are added to Channel List. ■■DVB (Ireland only) 1. Select a channel and adjust frequency for each channel. ●● Set where the level of Signal Quality becomes the maximum. 2.Press OK to search. ■■Analogue Set Analogue channel manually after Auto Setup. 1. Select the channel position with Numeric buttons. 2. Select the channel with Channel Up / Down. 3.Set Manual Tuning. 4.Select Store and press OK to set. ●● Use Fine Tuning to make small adjustments to the tuning of an individual programme (affected by weather conditions, etc.). – Ireland only ●● If a VCR is connected only with the RF cable, select channel position 0. - 126 - ■■Other Sat. / Satellite Set tuning parameters for the required satellite, details can usually be found in a satellite TV magazine. ●● Normally use Auto Setup or Add New Channels to retune Other Sat. / Satellite channels. ●● Please consult the received satellite broadcasting companies for the setting. - 127 - Update Channel List By updating the DVB channel list, you can add new channels, delete removed channels or change channel names and positions automatically. ●● The channel list is updated while keeping your settings in Channel List Editor, Favourites Editor, Child Lock, etc. ●● Depending on the signal condition, the update may not work properly. - 128 - Signal Condition Selects a channel and checks the signal condition with indicators. ●● A good Signal Strength is not an indication of suitable signal reception. ●● Vertical lines show the maximum signal value of the selected channel. ●● To change the channel ●● Not valid in Analogue - 129 - Add New Channels You can add any new channels found automatically to channel list. 1. The signal condition is displayed and press OK to access. ●● If you select Any Satellite in Auto Setup, this step is skipped. ●● It takes a while to check the connection for your selected satellite. ●● Ensure that the Signal Lock status is shown as Locked. If it is not locked, the search cannot be executed. ●● If the status is shown as Not locked and Signal Quality / Signal Strength have no indications, please check the dish alignment. 2. Select a search mode and press OK to start Add New Channels. ●● New channels can only be added to the existing channel list from the same satellite. - 130 - Other settings New Channel Message Selects whether to give a notification message when a new DVB channel is found or not. ●● When a notification message appears, you can perform Update Channel List pressing OK. ●● For Other Sat., Satellite Auto Update Channel List (On / Off) Selects whether or not broadcast changes are automatically updated in your channel list. ●● For DVB Add TV Signal Adds the TV mode. ●● Allows you to add any TV mode which was skipped during initial Auto Setup. - 131 - Recording USB HDD setup Preparations You can record the digital TV programmes to the connected USB HDD and enjoy playing back in various ways. ●● Prepare the USB HDD for the exclusive use of recording with this TV. ●● Depending on the model, it may be necessary to remove the terminal cover / cable cover before connecting or disconnecting cables. ●● Connect the USB HDD to the USB 1 or USB 2 port with the USB cable. (Refer to the terminal indication of TV set.) ●● Be sure to connect the USB HDD to the mains socket. ●● To remove the USB HDD safely from the TV, perform Safely remove USB in USB Device Setup. Recording > USB HDD setup > Setting for USB HDD ●● Check the terminal type and cable plugs are correct for connection. USB port USB cable USB HDD Mains socket = Caution = ●● All data in the USB HDD will be erased in the following cases: – When formatting the USB HDD with this TV Recording > USB HDD setup > Setting for USB HDD – When formatting the USB HDD to use on PC, etc. ●● When the TV is repaired due to a malfunction, you may have to format the USB HDD again with this TV to use it. (All data will be erased after formatting.) - 132 - ●● To use the USB HDD with your PC after recording with this TV, format it again on your PC. (Special operations or tools may be necessary to format on your PC. For details, read the manual of the USB HDD.) ●● The data recorded on the USB HDD with this TV can only be played back on this TV. You cannot play back its content with another TV (including the TV of the same model number) or any equipment. ●● Do not turn the TV off, pull out the mains plug or remove the USB HDD during operation (formatting, recording, etc.). Doing so may cause malfunction of the device or damage the recorded data. (An electric outage may also be a cause of malfunction.) = Note = ●● Analogue TV programme cannot be recorded on the USB HDD. ●● The data broadcasting (MHEG, etc.), radio broadcasting are not recorded, and also the recording function does not work during the period without any signal. ●● Not all the programmes can be recorded depending on the broadcaster and service provider. ●● You cannot copy the recorded TV programmes of the USB HDD. ●● The recorded content may not be played back properly depending on the progress of recording. (Only for dual tuner model) ●● For details of the USB HDD Recording > Technical information > USB HDD - 133 - Setting for USB HDD Format and set up the USB HDD with this TV in order to use it for recording. All the USB devices recognised as a mass storage device are listed. ●● Please note that USB HDD will be formatted and all data in it will be erased after this setup. ●● Before setting, connect the USB HDD and be sure to turn on the USB HDD. Recording > USB HDD setup > Preparations 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Setup > USB Device Setup and press OK to access. 3. Select the USB HDD for recording and press OK to start setup. ●● Some USB HDD may not be displayed. ●● To display information of the highlighted device 4. When the caution and confirmation screen for using USB HDD is displayed, select Yes and press OK to proceed. 5. When a confirmation screen of USB HDD name is displayed, select Yes and press OK to set. ●● The name for the USB HDD is created automatically. If you want to edit the name, select Yes. 1) Enter characters with Cursor buttons or Numeric buttons, and press OK to set. 2)Press BACK/RETURN to store. 6. When a confirmation screen to enable USB HDD for recording is displayed, select Yes and press OK to set. ●● If another formatted USB HDD for recording already exists, this confirmation screen will be displayed to switch to enable this USB HDD for recording. - 134 - ●● Mode of the USB HDD : The USB HDD is available for recording / playing back. Only one USB HDD on the list is available for recording. : The USB HDD is available for playing back. ●● To change the mode OK ●● To edit USB HDD name (green) ●● To format (red) ●● To remove the USB HDD safely from the TV (yellow) = Note = ●● You can only select one USB HDD for recording at a time. ●● You cannot change the settings for the USB HDD while recording is in progress. ●● Ensure that Dual Tuner Mode is set to On in Tuning Menu to record 2 programmes simultaneously in Freesat or Other Sat. / Satellite. - 135 - Recording current programme One Touch Recording Records the current programme to the USB HDD immediately. ●● Confirm the remote control code is “73”. Watching > External equipment > Operating with TV’s remote control 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Setup > Recording Setup > One Touch Recording and press OK to access. 3. Select the maximum recording time 30 / 60 / 90 / 120 / 180 (minutes) and press OK to set. ■■To start One Touch Recording Press ●● to start. Other channels cannot be selected while recording is in progress. (Only for single tuner model) ■■To stop recording in progress Press to stop. ■■To play back or delete the recorded content Recorded TV programmes can be played back in Media Player. 1.Display Home with HOME. 2.Select Devices and press OK to access. 3. Select USB HDD for recording and press OK to access. Media Player > Recorded TV mode ●● Even if One Touch Recording is in progress, you can play back all the content. (Depending on the USB HDD, playback may not be possible or the recording may not work properly during playback.) - 136 - Rewind LIVE TV Records the current programme to the USB HDD constantly within the maximum recordable time. ●● Confirm the remote control code is “73”. Watching > External equipment > Operating with TV’s remote control 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Setup > Recording Setup > Rewind LIVE TV and press OK to access. 3.Select Auto to start Rewind LIVE TV. ●● When you select Auto, recording will start automatically. ●● This recording may not start if another recording is in progress, TV signal condition is bad or there are no images displayed. ■■To operate Rewind LIVE TV ●● To pause ●● To search backward (up to 90 minutes) ●● After pausing or searching backward, the following buttons are available for operation. : Search backward : Search forward : Return to the current programme OK : Playback / Pause : Search backward / Search forward : Pause / Resume ■■To stop Rewind LIVE TV 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Setup > Recording Setup > Rewind LIVE TV and press OK to access. 3.Select Off to stop Rewind LIVE TV. ●● If you stop Rewind LIVE TV, the recorded content for Rewind LIVE TV will be deleted. - 137 - ●● Rewind LIVE TV is stopped and the recorded content is deleted automatically in the following conditions: (Even if Rewind LIVE TV stops for the following conditions, as long as the setting is Auto, a new recording starts automatically in a condition that makes the recording available.) – Other channels selected – Locked channel selected – Invalid channel selected – No TV signal – External input selected – When the full-screen application (TV Guide, Media Player, eHELP, etc.) is launched – When the TV enters Standby or is turned off – When another recording starts - 138 - Timer Programming Setting Timer Programming Some features are not available on all models. This function allows you to select programmes that you want to record to the USB HDD. ●● Not valid in Analogue 1. Select the mode with TV. Freesat (UK only)/ DVB / Other Sat. (UK only)/ Satellite (Ireland only) 2. Display the menu with MENU. 3.Select Timer > Timer Programming and press OK to access. 4.Press OK to start making the settings. USB HDD Rec.: Records the programme to the USB HDD. 5. Select and set the item (channel, date, start time, end time). ●● and can also be entered with Numeric buttons. - 139 - (Example) !: Overlapped timer events Function (USB HDD Rec.) TV mode ●● For UK ●● For Ireland : DVB D: DVB : Other Sat. S: Satellite – You cannot change the mode within the menu. Channel position, channel name, etc. : Signal Supported Recording (if available) Watching > TV Guide > Timer Programming Date – Daily Sun-Sat: Sunday to Saturday – Daily Mon-Sat: Monday to Saturday – Daily Mon-Fri: Monday to Friday – Weekly Sun / Mon / Tue / Wed / Thu / Fri / Sat: Same time on the same day every week Start time / End time / Duration (automatic display) 6. Store with OK. ■■Guide link programming : Guide link programming - Programmes according to the TV Guide signal Watching > TV Guide > Guide link programming ●● UK only ●● Guide link programming is Timer Programming which is controlled by information from the TV Guide; if programme start and end times are changed by the broadcaster, the timer event will follow the change. - 140 - Editing Timer Programming 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Timer > Timer Programming and press OK to access. 3. Select the event. ●● To change a timer event OK – Correct as necessary. Recording > Timer Programming > Setting Timer Programming ●● To delete a timer event 1)Press (red). 2)Press OK to delete. ■■To stop recording (Only for dual tuner model) 1.Press . 2. Select the programme and press OK to access (when 2 recordings are in progress). 3.Select Yes and press OK to stop. ■■To play back or delete the recorded content Recorded TV programmes can be played back in Media Player. 1.Display Home with HOME. 2.Select Devices and press OK to access. 3. Select USB HDD for recording and press OK to access. Media Player > Recorded TV mode ●● The recorded content may not be played back properly depending on the progress of recording. (Only for dual tuner model) - 141 - Remote recording You can set timer programming with the network equipment (smartphone, etc.) from outside the home network using TV Anywhere function. ●● Ensure the network connections and network settings are completed. Network > Network connections Network > Network settings ●● Set TV Anywhere to On to use this function. Functions > TV Anywhere ●● To use TV Anywhere function, you need to install the application for controlling this TV on your smartphone. Support > FAQs > Detailed information For the operations, refer to the support information of the application. = Note = ●● This function is not available when the TV is turned off with Mains Power On / Off switch. ●● Due to network conditions or certain broadcaster restrictions, this function may not be available. - 142 - Note ●● TV Guide may also be used to set timer event. Watching > TV Guide > Timer Programming ●● Timer Programming can store up to 15 events. ●● Timer Programming only works reliably if correct time information is received via the signal from the broadcaster or service provider. ●● For recording using Timer Programming, the TV must be either on or in Standby. ●● Depending on the progress of recording, analogue channel may not be selected. (Only for dual tuner model) ●● No other channels can be selected while recording of Timer Programming is in progress. (Only for single tuner model) ●● Recording an encrypted (copy-protected) programme may not be possible. ●● When the start time comes, the channel may be switched automatically and the video and audio signals may be output. 2 minutes before the start time, a reminder message may appear if you are watching TV. (Only for dual tuner model) ●● When the start time comes, the channel will be switched automatically and the video and audio signals will be output. 2 minutes before the start time, a reminder message appears if you are watching TV. (Only for single tuner model) – To remove the message and start the programming, press OK. – To cancel the programming, press EXIT. ●● LED turns to orange in Standby mode when Timer Programming is set. ●● “!” identifies that three or more timer events are overlapped. As for the overlapped recording events, the first event starts and finishes as programmed. The next event can then start. (Only for dual tuner model) ●● “!” identifies that two or more timer events are overlapped. As for the overlapped recording events, the first event starts and finishes as programmed. The next event can then start. (Only for single tuner model) ●● The recording of Timer Programming may automatically change the channel to the programmed channel a few seconds before the start time. (Only for dual tuner model) ●● The recording of Timer Programming automatically changes the channel to the programmed channel a few seconds before the start time. (Only for single tuner model) ●● For details of the USB HDD Recording > Technical information - 143 - Technical information USB HDD ■■USB HDD (for recording the digital TV programmes with this TV) ●● The capacity of USB HDD that works with this TV is from 160 GB to 6 TB. ●● Connect the USB HDD to the mains socket to record and play back properly with this TV. ●● Use the USB HDD formatted with this TV. Recording > USB HDD setup > Setting for USB HDD ●● Regarding performance, not all USB HDDs are guaranteed. = Note = ●● Data modified with a PC may not be displayed. ●● Do not remove the device while the TV is accessing data. Otherwise this can damage the device or TV. ●● Do not touch the pins on the device. ●● Do not subject the device to a high pressure or impact. ●● Insert the device in the correct direction. Otherwise this can damage the device or TV. ●● Electrical interference, static electricity, or erroneous operation may damage the data or device. - 144 - Media Player Using Media Player Information Media Player allows you to enjoy photo, video or music recorded on the USB Flash Memory / USB HDD / network device, and content recorded with this TV to the formatted USB HDD. (Example) Easy List View: Still pictures / moving pictures recorded with digital camera or digital video camera are played back. Mix Folder View: All files grouped by folder are displayed. Recorded TV mode: (For exclusive USB HDD) TV programmes recorded on the USB HDD with this TV are played back. ●● During the operation, audio signal is output from DIGITAL AUDIO and HDMI2 (ARC function) terminals. But no video signals are output. To use HDMI2 with ARC function, connect an amplifier that has ARC function and set to use theatre speakers. Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” ●● Pictures may not appear correctly on this TV depending on the recording equipment used. ●● Displaying may take some time when there are many files and folders. ●● Partially degraded files may be displayed with reduced resolution. ●● Picture setting may not work depending on the condition. ●● Folder and file names may be different from those on the digital camera or digital video camera used. - 145 - ■■To insert or remove the USB Flash Memory ●● Depending on the model, it may be necessary to remove the terminal cover / cable cover before inserting or removing the USB Flash Memory. Ensure alignment is straight and complete when inserting or removing. ●● To remove the USB Flash Memory safely from the TV, perform Safely remove USB in USB Device Setup. 1) Display the menu with MENU. 2)Select Setup > USB Device Setup and press OK to access. 3) Select the device and press (yellow) to set. = Note = ●● To connect the USB HDD Recording > USB HDD setup ●● Check the terminal type and devices are correct for connection. ●● For details of the devices Media Player > Connected device ●● For details of supported file formats Media Player > Supported format - 146 - Selecting device / mode 1. Insert the USB Flash Memory to the TV. Media Player > Using Media Player > Information ●● To play back content in the USB HDD, ensure the connection and settings are completed. Recording > USB HDD setup ●● To play back content in the network device, ensure the connection and settings are completed. Media Player > Using Media Player > Network device 2.Display Home with HOME. 3.Select Devices and press OK to access. 4. Select the device (USB Flash Memory / USB HDD / network device) and press OK to access. ●● When a confirmation screen about the network device is displayed, enter User / Password to access. 5.Select Easy List View / Mix Folder View / Recorded TV and press OK to access. Easy List View Media Player > Easy List View Mix Folder View Media Player > Mix Folder View Recorded TV Media Player > Recorded TV mode 6. The thumbnail view is displayed. (Example) ●● To display / hide information of the highlighted content - 147 - = Note = ●● Recorded TV is available for content recorded on the USB HDD with this TV. ●● Select the appropriate device and content for playing back each file. ●● You can use the following buttons during playback. Confirm the remote control code is “73”. Watching > External equipment > Operating with TV’s remote control - 148 - Network device You can enjoy photo, video or music stored in the network devices. ●● To enable this function, connect this TV to your home network. Network > Network connections Network > Network settings ■■How to set User / Password 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Network > File Sharing Settings > Network Device List and press OK to access. 3. Select the network device and press OK to access. 4.Enter User / Password with Cursor buttons or Numeric buttons, and press OK to set. ●● Press BACK/RETURN to store. ●● To register the new network device, set Server Name / Shared Folder. For details, read the manual of the equipment. 5.Select Register and press OK to set. ●● To delete the registered device, select Delete and press OK to set. = Note = ●● Regarding performance, not all servers are guaranteed. ●● Up to 48 devices can be registered. - 149 - Sharing file You can share the files between PC and devices connected to this TV. ●● To enable this function, connect this TV to your home network. Network > Network connections Network > Network settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Network > File Sharing Settings > File Sharing Server and press OK to access. 3.Select On and press OK to set. 4. Operate your PC to share the files. ●● This function is not available when the TV is turned off with Mains Power On / Off switch. You can share the files in Standby mode when DLNA Server is set to On. = Note = ●● Regarding performance, not all PCs are guaranteed. ●● Do not turn the TV off, pull out the mains plug or remove the device during operation (reading, copying, etc.). Doing so may cause malfunction of the device or damage the recorded data. ●● All data in the USB HDD will be erased when you format the USB HDD with this TV for recording. ●● To connect the USB HDD Recording > USB HDD setup ●● Picture noise may occur on the screen when playback starts during operation (reading, copying, etc.). ●● For details of the devices Media Player > Connected device - 150 - Easy List View Selecting file Still pictures / moving pictures recorded with digital camera or digital video camera are played back. Select the file in the thumbnail view and press OK to start playback. ●● If a file or folder is edited or renamed by digital camera, digital video camera, PC, etc., the thumbnail may not be displayed properly. : Error display ●● To sort by month 1) Display the option menu with OPTION. 2)Select Calendar and press OK to access. ●● The preview will start when the title / scene is highlighted in the thumbnail view if it supports a preview. To turn off the preview, set Video Preview to Off. 1) Display the option menu with OPTION. 2)Select and press OK to access. 3)Select Video Setup > Video Preview and press OK to access. 4)Select On / Off and press OK to set. – Images may not be displayed for an instant in the thumbnail view. Set the preview Off to solve this. – This function is available in the thumbnail view. ●● For details of supported file formats Media Player > Supported format ●● To play back the file Media Player > Playback > Playback ■■Settings 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2.Select and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Play Select / Repeat / Shuffle 4. Set the item and press OK to store. - 151 - Play Select Settings for playback file selection Repeat (Folder / File Repeat / Off) Playback repeat Folder: Playback repeat within the selected folder File Repeat: Playback repeat of the selected one file Shuffle (On / Off) Files are played back at random. - 152 - Filtering files You can filter the files as the content type. (Photo / Video) 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2.Select Filter and press OK to access. 3.Select Photo / Video and press OK to set. 4.Select OK and press OK to change. ●● To select the music file Media Player > Mix Folder View > Filtering files - 153 - Mix Folder View Selecting file Displays the thumbnail of all files which are grouped by folder. Select the folder / file and press OK to start playback. : Error display ●● The preview will start when the title / scene is highlighted in the thumbnail view if it supports a preview. To turn off the preview, set Video Preview to Off. 1) Display the option menu with OPTION. 2)Select and press OK to access. 3)Select Video Setup > Video Preview and press OK to access. 4)Select On / Off and press OK to set. – Images may not be displayed for an instant in the thumbnail view. Set the preview Off to solve this. – This function is available in the thumbnail view. ●● For details of supported file formats Media Player > Supported format ●● To play back the file Media Player > Playback > Playback ■■Settings 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2.Select and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Play Select / Repeat / Shuffle 4. Set the item and press OK to store. Play Select Settings for playback file selection - 154 - Repeat (Folder / File Repeat / Off) Playback repeat Folder: Playback repeat within the selected folder File Repeat: Playback repeat of the selected one file Shuffle (On / Off) Files are played back at random. - 155 - Filtering files You can filter the files as the content type. (Photo / Video / Music) 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2.Select Filter and press OK to access. 3.Select Photo / Video / Music and press OK to set. 4.Select OK and press OK to change. - 156 - Sorting files You can sort the files in alphabetical / date order. 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2.Select Sort and press OK to access. 3.Select Alphabet(A...Z) / Alphabet(Z...A) / Date(1...9) / Date(9...1) and press OK to change. - 157 - Playback Playback ■■Photo playback : To the previous photo : To the next photo : Stop OK : Switch the playback mode (Single view / Slideshow). (blue) : Rotate : Display / hide the operation guide. BACK/RETURN : Return to thumbnail. ■■Video / Music playback : Rewind : Fast forward : Stop OK : Pause (displays the time seek bar) / Playback ●● To jump to the specified time point 1) Display the time seek bar with OK. 2) While the time seek bar is displayed Press / : Search approx. 10 seconds - 158 - Press and hold / : Search rapidly 3) Jump to the specified time point with OK. (red) : To the previous title / scene / track (green) : To the next title / scene / track : Display / hide the operation guide. BACK/RETURN : Return to thumbnail. = Note = ●● To set Repeat / Shuffle for playback Media Player > Easy List View > Selecting file Media Player > Mix Folder View > Selecting file - 159 - Slideshow Settings Set up the settings for Photo mode. 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2.Select Slideshow Settings with OK. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Aspect / Interval / Back Ground Music 4. Set the item and press OK to store. Aspect (Original / Zoom) Selects enlarged or normal viewing. ●● Depending on the photo size, the photo may not be fully enlarged to fill the screen (e.g. portrait style picture). Interval (Long / Normal / Short) Selects slideshow interval. Back Ground Music (Off / Type1 / Type2 / Type3 / Type4 / Type5 / User / Auto) Selects the background music during Photo mode. Type1 - 5: Music files installed on this TV at the factory settings are played back. Auto: Music files stored in the current device are played back. ●● If there is no available music data, no sound is played back. User: Music files in the device registered by yourself are played back. ●● If no music files have been registered or the device which had registered music files is removed, no sound is played back. ●● To register music 1) Select the music file and press OK to access. ●● Depending on the condition of the device, select folders until you reach the desired music file. 2)Select File / Folder and press OK to set. - 160 - File: The selected music file is registered. Folder: All the music files in the folder which contains the selected music file are registered. = Note = ●● Picture quality may be degraded depending on the slideshow setting. ●● Picture setting may not work depending on the slideshow setting. - 161 - Video Setup Set up the settings for Video mode. 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2.Select Video Setup with OK. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Multi Audio / Dual Mono Audio / Subtitle Settings ●● Menu items and selectable options vary depending on the content. 4. Set the item and press OK to store. Multi Audio, Dual Mono Audio Selects for selectable sound tracks (if available). ●● It may take several seconds to change the sound. ●● This function is available during playback. Subtitle Settings Sets the subtitle setting. ●● This function is available during playback. Subtitle: Display / hide subtitles (if available). Subtitle Text: Selects the font type to display subtitles correctly (if available). Subtitle Text Size: Selects the font size of subtitles. Subtitle Text Colour: Selects the colour of subtitles. Subtitle Text Position: Adjusts the position of subtitles on the screen. Subtitle Text Delay: Adjusts the delay time for the subtitles. - 162 - Audio output settings You can enjoy the multi-channel sound via an amplifier connected to DIGITAL AUDIO or HDMI2 (ARC function) terminal. ●● To confirm or change the current sound status Media Player > Playback > Video Setup 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Sound > SPDIF Selection and press OK to access. 3.Select Auto / PCM / Dolby Audio and press OK to set. SPDIF Selection (Auto / PCM / Dolby Audio) Selects the initial setting for digital audio output signal from DIGITAL AUDIO and HDMI2 (ARC function) terminals. ●● SPDIF is a standard audio transfer file format. Auto: Dolby Audio (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus) and HE-AAC multichannel are output as Dolby Digital Bitstream. MPEG is output as PCM. PCM: Digital output signal is fixed to PCM. Dolby Audio: Dolby Audio (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus), HE-AAC and AAC are output as Dolby Digital Bitstream or Dolby Digital Plus Bitstream. ●● ARC (Audio Return Channel) is a function of digital audio output using HDMI cable. - 163 - Recorded TV mode Selecting content ●● For exclusive USB HDD ●● To play back content in the USB HDD, ensure the connection and settings are completed. Recording > USB HDD setup 1. Content list of the selected device is displayed in Recorded TV mode. ●● Remaining capacity of the selected device is displayed on the top right. (This value may not be accurate depending on the condition.) ●● Content list is displayed as All or Not Viewed. All: All the recorded TV programmes are listed. Not Viewed: Content not played back yet are listed. ●● Icons are displayed. : Content not played back yet (Once you play back the content, this icon will disappear.) : Protected content cannot be deleted. : Currently recording (You can play back this recording content.) : Group of content 2. Select the content and press OK to start playback. ●● If you have stopped the last playback halfway, a confirmation screen may be displayed to select whether to start from where you stopped last time or from the beginning. ●● If the content has multiple programmes with different parental ratings, the highest restriction is applied to the content. Once you unlock the restriction, all the programmes in the content can be played back. – Ireland only ●● For details of supported file formats Media Player > Supported format > Video format - 164 - Watching recorded TV ■■Playback ●● To operate playback : Manual skip – Press to skip forward approx. 30 seconds. – Press and hold to skip backward approx. 15 seconds. : Rewind : Fast forward : Stop OK : Pause (displays the time seek bar) / Playback ●● To jump to the specified time point 1) Display the time seek bar with OK. 2) While the time seek bar is displayed Press / : Search approx. 10 seconds Press and hold / : Search rapidly 3) Jump to the specified time point with OK. ●● To display / hide the operation guide and information banner ●● To repeat between the starting point “A” and finishing point “B” (blue) (Set “A” and “B” in order.) – The points are reset by pressing again or by other operations. ●● To the previous / next chapter (red) / (green) – A recorded content is automatically divided into chapters (approx. 5 minutes for each). ●● To change aspect Watching > For best picture > Aspect ●● To display the subtitle (if available) STTL - 165 - ●● To confirm or change the current status (if available) Watching > Basic > AV Options ●● To return to list BACK/RETURN = Note = ●● The recorded content may not be played back properly depending on the progress of recording. (Only for dual tuner model) - 166 - Grouping content 1. Select the content to edit and press (blue) to tick in the content list. 2. Display the option menu with OPTION. 3.Select Create Group / Release Group / Exclude from Group / Change Protect Status and press OK to set. Create Group: Create a group of content. Select and tick all the desired content, and then select Create Group. Release Group: Select the created group to release, and then select Release Group. (To release several groups at once, tick all the desired groups.) Exclude from Group: Select the group and press OK to display the grouped content. To exclude specific content from the group, tick it and then select Exclude from Group. (To exclude some of the content at once, tick all the desired content.) Change Protect Status: Select the content to protect from deletion, and then select Change Protect Status. Perform the same way to cancel the protection. (To change the status of some of the content at once, tick all the desired content.) - 167 - Deleting content 1. Select the content to edit and press 2. Delete the content with (blue) to tick in the content list. (red). 3. When a confirmation screen is displayed, select Yes and press OK to set. - 168 - Chapter List You can start playback from the chapter list you select. 1. Display the chapter list with (yellow). 2. Select the chapter and press OK to start playback. = Note = ●● The chapter list is not displayed while the selected content is being recorded. ●● Depending on the recorded programmes, some playback operations may not work properly. - 169 - Audio output settings You can enjoy the multi-channel sound via an amplifier connected to DIGITAL AUDIO or HDMI2 (ARC function) terminal. ●● To confirm or change the current sound status Media Player > Playback > Video Setup 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Sound > SPDIF Selection and press OK to access. 3.Select Auto / PCM / Dolby Audio and press OK to set. SPDIF Selection (Auto / PCM / Dolby Audio) Selects the initial setting for digital audio output signal from DIGITAL AUDIO and HDMI2 (ARC function) terminals. ●● SPDIF is a standard audio transfer file format. Auto: Dolby Audio (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus) and HE-AAC multichannel are output as Dolby Digital Bitstream. MPEG is output as PCM. PCM: Digital output signal is fixed to PCM. Dolby Audio: Dolby Audio (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus), HE-AAC and AAC are output as Dolby Digital Bitstream or Dolby Digital Plus Bitstream. ●● ARC (Audio Return Channel) is a function of digital audio output using HDMI cable. - 170 - Connected device Device handling caution ●● Data modified with a PC may not be displayed. ●● Do not remove the device while the TV is accessing data. Otherwise this can damage the device or TV. ●● Do not touch the pins on the device. ●● Do not subject the device to a high pressure or impact. ●● Insert the device in the correct direction. Otherwise this can damage the device or TV. ●● Electrical interference, static electricity, or erroneous operation may damage the data or device. ●● Back up the recorded data at regular intervals to prevent data deterioration, data damage or erratic operation of the TV. Panasonic is not liable for any deterioration or damage of recorded data. - 171 - USB devices ●● It is recommended to connect the device to the TV’s USB port directly. ●● Some USB devices or USB HUB may not be used with this TV. ●● You cannot connect any devices using a USB card reader. ■■USB Flash Memory USB Flash Memory format: FAT16, FAT32 or exFAT ●● USB HDDs formatted on a PC are not guaranteed to work in Media Player. ■■USB HDD ●● The capacity of USB HDD that works with this TV is from 160 GB to 6 TB. ●● Connect the USB HDD to the mains socket to record and play back properly with this TV. ●● Use the USB HDD formatted with this TV. Recording > USB HDD setup > Setting for USB HDD ●● Regarding performance, not all USB HDDs are guaranteed. - 172 - Supported format Photo format ■■Supported Photo formats ●● JPEG (.jpg, .jpeg) Sub-sampling: 4:4:4, 4:2:2, 4:2:0 Image resolution (pixel): 8 × 8 to 30 719 × 17 279 ●● DCF and EXIF standards ●● Progressive JPEG is not supported. = Note = ●● Some files may not be played back even if they fulfil these conditions. ●● Some files may not be played back correctly depending on the resolution, etc. ●● Do not use multi-byte characters or other special codes for file names. ●● Connected devices may become unusable with this TV if the file or folder names are changed. - 173 - Video format ■■Supported Video formats ●● AVI (.avi) Video codec: H.264, MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4, VC-1, WMV9 Audio codec: AAC, ADPCM, Dolby Audio (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus), HE-AAC, LPCM, MP3, WMA, WMA Pro ●● MP4 (.f4v, .m4v, .mp4) Video codec: H.264, H.265 (HEVC), MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4 Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Audio (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus), HE-AAC, MP3 ●● This TV supports this container recorded with Panasonic products. For details, read the manual of the products. ●● MKV (.mkv) Video codec: H.264, H.265 (HEVC), MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4 Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Audio (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus), HE-AAC, MP3, Vorbis ●● ASF (.asf, .wmv) Video codec: MPEG4, VC-1, WMV9 Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Audio (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus), HE-AAC, LPCM, MP3, WMA, WMA Pro ●● Copy-protected files cannot be played back. - 174 - ●● FLV (.flv) Video codec: H.264 Audio codec: AAC, MP3 ●● 3GPP (.3gp, .3g2) Video codec: H.264, MPEG4 Audio codec: AAC, HE-AAC ●● PS (.mod, .mpg, .mpeg, .vob, .vro) Video codec: H.264, MPEG1, MPEG2, VC-1 Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Audio (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus), HE-AAC, LPCM, MP3 ●● TS (.mts, .m2ts, .tp, .trp, .ts, .tts) Video codec: H.264, H.265 (HEVC), MPEG1, MPEG2, VC-1 Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Audio (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus), HE-AAC, MP3 ●● WebM (.webm) Video codec: VP9 Audio codec: Vorbis - 175 - ■■Supported Subtitles formats ●● MicroDVD, SubRip, TMPlayer (.srt, .sub, .txt) ●● The video file and subtitles text file are inside the same folder, and the file names are the same except for the file extensions. ●● If there are more than one subtitles text files inside the same folder, they are displayed in the following order of priority: “.srt”, “.sub”, “.txt”. = Note = ●● Some files may not be played back even if they fulfil these conditions. ●● Some files may not be played back correctly depending on the resolution, frame rate condition, etc. ●● Some subtitles or chapter functions may not be available. ●● Do not use multi-byte characters or other special codes for file names. ●● Connected devices may become unusable with this TV if the file or folder names are changed. ●● Supported formats are different in Media Player and media server. - 176 - Music format ■■Supported Music formats ●● MP3 (.mp3) ●● AAC / Apple Lossless (.m4a) ●● Copy-protected files cannot be played back. ●● FLAC (.flac) ●● WMA / WMA Pro (.wma) ●● Copy-protected files cannot be played back. ●● LPCM (.wav) = Note = ●● Some files may not be played back even if they fulfil these conditions. ●● Do not use multi-byte characters or other special codes for file names. ●● Connected devices may become unusable with this TV if the file or folder names are changed. - 177 - Network Internet content Information You can access some specific websites supported by Panasonic, and enjoy internet content such as videos, games, communication tools, etc. from Apps. (Example) ●● A broadband network environment is required to use this function. Ensure the network connections and network settings are completed. Network > Network connections Network > Network settings - 178 - Selecting internet content Some features are not available on all models. 1.Display Apps with APPS. ●● For details of Apps Home > Apps ●● Depending on the usage conditions, it may take a while to read all the data. 2. Select the desired item and press OK to access. (Example) ●● To exit Apps EXIT ●● You can connect a keyboard for character input in the applications. You can also use the keyboard for TV operation. Functions > Bluetooth devices Functions > Keyboard - 179 - Note ●● If you cannot access the internet content, check the network connections and settings. Network > Network connections Network > Network settings ●● Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. ●● Not all the features of the websites are available. ●● Be sure to update the software when a software update notice is displayed on the TV screen. If the software is not updated, you may not be able to use Apps. You can update the software later manually. Network > Network settings > Software Update ●● The services through Apps are operated by their respective service providers and such service may be discontinued either temporarily or permanently without notice. Therefore, Panasonic will make no warranty for the content or the continuity of the services. ●● Content may not be available depending on the country you select. ●● Content may be presented in specific languages. ●● Depending on the connection environment, the internet connection may be slow or may not be successful. - 180 - DLNA In-House streaming This TV is a DLNA Certified™ product. DLNA® (Digital Living Network Alliance) is a standard that makes DLNA Certified digital electronics easier and more convenient to use on a home network. To learn more, visit www.dlna.org. ●● To enable this function, connect this TV to your home network. Network > Network connections Network > Network settings ■■Playback of sharing content stored in the media server Store photo, video or music content into the DLNA Certified media server connected to your home network. And then you can enjoy the content on this TV. (Example) ●● For details of watching and operating content on this TV Network > DLNA > Using DLNA ●● For details of supported file formats Network > Supported format ■■Playback of sharing content on this TV with the DMC (Digital Media Controller) network equipment You can enjoy content stored in the media server by controlling with the DMC network equipment connected to your home network. ●● To use this function with your smartphone or PC, set TV Remote App Settings of this TV. Network > Network settings > TV Remote App Settings And you need to install the application for controlling this TV on your smartphone. Support > FAQs > Detailed information For the operations, refer to the support information of the application. - 181 - ■■Sharing the content of this TV with another piece of network equipment You can enjoy the content of this TV with another network equipment connected to your home network. Available content: ●● Photo, video or music content of this TV ●● Current digital TV programme ●● TV programmes recorded on USB HDDs with this TV Available network equipment: ●● ●● DLNA Certified TV ●● Smartphone, etc. To use this function with your smartphone, you need to install the application for controlling this TV on your smartphone. Support > FAQs > Detailed information For the operations, refer to the support information of the application. ●● To use this function with another DLNA Certified TV, set Network Link Settings of this TV. Network > Network settings > Network Link Settings ●● Sharing the current programme may not be available when selecting radio channels, encrypted (copy-protected) programmes or when the broadcast prohibits the output of video and audio. ●● Display the TV full-screen for sharing the TV programme with another piece of network equipment. ●● Only 1 piece of other equipment can share the content of this TV. = Note = ●● This function is not available when the TV is turned off with Mains Power On / Off switch. ●● This function may not be available in the following condition of this TV: – While the recording is in progress ●● Selecting the channel or TV mode on your smartphone may not be available while the recording is in progress. - 182 - Using DLNA To use DLNA® features, ensure the preparations of the media server, network connections and network settings are completed. Network > DLNA > In-House streaming Network > Network connections Network > Network settings 1.Display Home with HOME. 2.Select Devices and press OK to access. 3. Select the media server and press OK to access. ●● To display / hide information of the highlighted media server 1) Display the option menu with OPTION. 2)Select Show Info. and press OK to access. 4. Select the file and press OK to access. (Example) ●● Depending on the condition of media server, you may need to select the folder before selecting the file. ●● To display / hide information of the highlighted file = Note = ●● Non-playable files are also listed but cannot be selected. ●● You can use the following buttons during playback. Confirm the remote control code is “73”. Watching > External equipment > Operating with TV’s remote control - 183 - Network connections Internet connection A broadband network environment is required to use internet services. ●● Depending on the model, it may be necessary to remove the terminal cover / cable cover before connecting or disconnecting the LAN cable. ●● If you do not have any broadband network services, please consult your retailer for assistance. ●● Dial-up internet connections cannot be used. ●● Required speed (effective): at least 1.5 Mbps for SD (Standard Definition) and 6 Mbps for HD (High Definition) picture quality, respectively. If the transfer speed is not enough, content may not be played back properly. ■■Wireless connection Built-in wireless LAN (Rear of the TV) Access point Internet environment ■■Wired connection ETHERNET terminal LAN cable (Shielded) ●● Use Shielded Twist Pair (STP) LAN cable. Internet environment - 184 - DLNA connection To use DLNA features, you need a home network environment and you can operate the features without a broadband network environment. ●● A broadband network environment is required to use internet services. Network > Network connections > Internet connection ●● Depending on the model, it may be necessary to remove the terminal cover / cable cover before connecting or disconnecting the LAN cable. ■■Wireless connection (For DLNA and internet service) Built-in wireless LAN (Rear of the TV) Access point Hub / Router Internet environment Smartphone, etc. DLNA Certified media server (PC, etc.) - 185 - ■■Wired connection (For DLNA and internet service) ETHERNET terminal LAN cable (Shielded) ●● Use Shielded Twist Pair (STP) LAN cable. Hub / Router Internet environment DLNA Certified media server (PC, etc.) - 186 - ■■Wireless connection (For DLNA) TV ●● To use the TV as a wireless access point Network > Network settings > Custom - Wireless Access Point DLNA Certified media server (PC, etc.) Smartphone, etc. - 187 - Note ●● Ensure to use a LAN straight cable. ●● Set up and connect equipment required for the network environment. You cannot make such settings on this TV. Read the manual of the equipment. ●● If your modem has no broadband router functions, use a broadband router. ●● If your modem has broadband router functions but there are no vacant ports, use a hub. ●● Ensure that the broadband routers and hubs are compatible with 10BASE-T / 100BASE-TX. ●● If you use the equipment compatible only with 100BASE-TX, category 5 or later LAN cables are required. ●● Contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) or telecommunications company for further assistance regarding the network equipment. ●● Confirm the terms and conditions of the contracts with your Internet Service Provider (ISP) or telecommunications company. Depending on the contracts, additional fees may be charged or multiple connections to the internet may be impossible. ●● Turn the TV off with Mains Power On / Off switch, then turn it on again when changing or making the network connection again. ●● Depending on the network condition, the content may not be played back properly. - 188 - Network settings Network Connection Ensure the connections are completed before starting network setup. Network > Network connections ■■Quick setup - Wireless 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Network > Network Connection and press OK to access. ●● Confirm the encryption key, settings and position of your access point before starting setup. For details, read the manual of the access point. 3.Select Quick setup and press OK to access. ●● When the LAN cable is connected, wired setup will be done automatically. 4. Select your desired access point and press OK to access. ●● Available Wireless Networks are displayed automatically. : Encrypted access point ●● For WPS(Push button) 1)Select Easy setup with Push button and press OK to access. 2) Press the WPS button on the access point until the light flashes. 3) Connect the TV with the access point with OK. – WPS: Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ – If the connection fails, check the settings and positions of your access point. And then, follow the on-screen instructions. ●● It is recommended to select the encrypted access point. 5. Enter the encryption key of the access point and press OK to set. ●● You can set characters using Numeric buttons. ●● Press BACK/RETURN to store. 6. Automatically setup is done and Network Status is displayed. Network > Network settings > Network Status 7.Select Exit and press OK to set. ●● To set manually Network > Network settings > Custom - Wireless - 189 - ■■Quick setup - Wired 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Network > Network Connection and press OK to access. 3.Select Quick setup and press OK to access. 4. Automatically setup is done and Network Status is displayed. Network > Network settings > Network Status 5.Select Exit and press OK to set. ●● To set manually Network > Network settings > Custom - Wired = Note = ●● To deactivate wireless, set Easy Mirroring to Off and confirm the network connection type is set to Wired. - 190 - Custom - Wireless Ensure the connections are completed before starting network setup. Network > Network connections 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Network > Network Connection > Custom > Wireless and press OK to access. ●● Confirm the encryption key, settings and position of your access point before starting setup. For details, read the manual of the access point. 3. Select your desired access point and press OK to access. ●● Available Wireless Networks are displayed automatically. : Encrypted access point ●● For WPS(Push button) 1)Press (red). 2) Press the WPS button on the access point until the light flashes. 3) Connect the TV with the access point with OK. – WPS: Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ – If the connection fails, check the settings and positions of your access point. And then, follow the on-screen instructions. ●● For WPS(PIN) 1)Press (green). 2) Enter the PIN code to the access point. 3) Connect the TV with the access point with OK. ●● For Manual 1)Press (yellow). 2) You can set up SSID, security settings and encryption key manually. 3) Follow the on-screen instructions and set manually. ●● To search access points again (blue) ●● To display / hide information of the highlighted access point ●● It is recommended to select the encrypted access point. 4. Enter the encryption key of the access point and press OK to set. ●● You can set characters using Numeric buttons. - 191 - ●● Press BACK/RETURN to store. 5. IP/DNS Settings is displayed. Acquire IP Address / Acquire DNS Address ●● Auto is recommended. ●● Available settings are displayed automatically. ●● To set manually, select and set IP Address / Subnet Mask / Default Gateway / DNS Address. Proxy Settings ●● It is not required for normal household use. ●● Some internet services may not be available depending on the proxy setting. Proxy: This is the address of the relay server which is connected between the browser and the target server to send data to the browser. 1)Select Proxy and press OK to access. 2) Enter the address with Cursor buttons or Numeric buttons, and press OK to set. 3)Press BACK/RETURN to store. Proxy Port: This number is also specified by the provider with the proxy address. 1)Select Proxy Port. 2) Enter the number with Numeric buttons. 3)Press BACK/RETURN to store. 6.Select Network Status and press OK to access. Network > Network settings > Network Status 7.Select Exit and press OK to set. - 192 - Custom - Wired Ensure the connections are completed before starting network setup. Network > Network connections 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Network > Network Connection > Custom > Wired and press OK to access. 3. IP/DNS Settings is displayed. Acquire IP Address / Acquire DNS Address ●● Auto is recommended. ●● Available settings are displayed automatically. ●● To set manually, select and set IP Address / Subnet Mask / Default Gateway / DNS Address. Proxy Settings ●● It is not required for normal household use. ●● Some internet services may not be available depending on the proxy setting. Proxy: This is the address of the relay server which is connected between the browser and the target server to send data to the browser. 1)Select Proxy and press OK to access. 2) Enter the address with Cursor buttons or Numeric buttons, and press OK to set. 3)Press BACK/RETURN to store. Proxy Port: This number is also specified by the provider with the proxy address. 1)Select Proxy Port. 2) Enter the number with Numeric buttons. 3)Press BACK/RETURN to store. - 193 - 4.Select Network Status and press OK to access. Network > Network settings > Network Status 5.Select Exit and press OK to set. = Note = ●● To deactivate wireless, set Easy Mirroring to Off and confirm the network connection type is set to Wired. - 194 - Custom - Wireless Access Point You can use the TV as a wireless access point and connect the network equipment without an access point. ●● Confirm the PIN code, network settings of the equipment before starting setup. For details, read the manual of the equipment. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Network > Network Connection > Custom > Wireless Access Point and press OK to access. 3.Select Connect to device in WPS and press OK to access. ●● To set manually, select Change settings (see below). 4. Select and set WPS(Push button) / WPS(PIN) and press OK to access. WPS(Push button): Set up the equipment for WPS(Push button). For details, read the manual of the equipment. WPS(PIN): Enter the PIN code of the equipment. ●● If the connection fails, check the settings and positions of the equipment. And then, follow the on-screen instructions. ■■Change settings You can set up Network Name(SSID), Encryption key, Wireless type and Channel setting method manually. Follow the on-screen instructions and set manually. ●● Set Reset settings to reset the items for Change settings. = Note = ●● You cannot connect the internet service while the TV is set to Wireless Access Point. ●● You can connect up to 7 devices. But the transfer rate varies according to communication environment or the numbers of connected equipment. ●● To confirm the current network settings Network > Network settings > Network Status ●● Ensure the equipment to connect supports WPS for this setup. ●● WPS: Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ - 195 - Network Status Displays and checks the network status (MAC Address, current network settings, etc.). 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Network > Network Status and press OK to access. 3. Automatically testing is done and Network Status is displayed. Try Again: Performs automatic testing of the network connection for the TV and displays the current status again. Status Details: Displays the detailed network status (SSID, security settings, etc.). ●● For information about the network connection, select Help. - 196 - TV Name Sets your favourite name for this TV. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Network > TV Name and press OK to access. 3. Enter characters and press OK to set. ●● This name is used as the name of this TV on the screen of the other network equipment. ●● When you use two or more TVs in your network environment, set the names of the TVs for each. - 197 - TV Remote App Settings Sets to control the TV with the equipment (smartphone, etc.) connected to your network. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Network > TV Remote App Settings and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. TV Remote / Powered On by Apps / Networked Standby / Home Streaming / Device to upload contents / Delete All Pairings 4. Set the item and press OK to store. TV Remote (On / Off) Enables controlling the TV from the network equipment (smartphone, etc.). Powered On by Apps (On / Off) Enables turning the TV on from the network equipment (smartphone, etc.). ●● Depending on the network condition, you may have to turn the TV on with Standby On / Off switch of the TV’s remote control. ●● Changing the default configuration may result in higher energy consumption of the product. ●● LED turns to orange in Standby mode when Powered On by Apps is set to On. Networked Standby (On / Off) Enables turning the TV on via the LAN cable or wireless LAN using a wake-up message sent from the network equipment in the home network. ●● Changing the default configuration may result in higher energy consumption of the product. - 198 - Home Streaming (Always / Only when powered on) Enables sharing the TV programme and content of this TV with the network equipment (smartphone, etc.) in the home network. ●● Changing the default configuration may result in higher energy consumption of the product. ●● LED turns to orange in Standby mode when Home Streaming is set to Always. Device to upload contents Selects device to upload content from the network equipment (smartphone, etc.). Delete All Pairings Delete the pairing information for all paired devices. = Note = ●● This function is not available when the TV is turned off with Mains Power On / Off switch. ●● You need to install the application for controlling this TV on your smartphone. Support > FAQs > Detailed information For the operations, refer to the support information of the application. ●● Depending on the network condition, this function may not be available. ●● Depending on the area, this function may not be available. For details, consult your local Panasonic dealer. - 199 - Network Link Settings Sets to control the TV with devices connected to the network. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Network > Network Link Settings and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. DLNA Server / Registration Type / Remote Device List 4. Set the item and press OK to store. DLNA Server (On / Off) Enables sharing the TV programme and content of this TV with the network equipment (DLNA Certified TV, etc.). ●● To use this function with another TV, select the name of this TV from the DLNA server list of another TV, and then select the content to share. Also read the manual of another TV. ●● To use this function with your smartphone, you need to install the application for controlling this TV on your smartphone. Support > FAQs > Detailed information For the operations, refer to the support information of the application. ●● Changing the default configuration may result in higher energy consumption of the product. ●● LED turns to orange in Standby mode when DLNA Server is set to On. Registration Type (Auto / Manual) Selects the type to restrict the access to this TV for each piece of equipment on the home network. Auto: All available equipment on the home network is accessible (maximum 16 pieces of equipment). Manual: Sets the restrictions for each piece of equipment in Remote Device List. Remote Device List Lists the equipment accessible to this TV on the home network. - 200 - = Note = ●● Depending on the area, this function may not be available. For details, consult your local Panasonic dealer. - 201 - TV Anywhere Settings Settings for watching TV or editing timer programming with the network equipment (smartphone, etc.) from outside the home network. Functions > TV Anywhere > TV Anywhere Settings - 202 - File Sharing Settings File Sharing Server (On / Off) Sets to share the files between PC and devices connected to this TV. Media Player > Using Media Player > Sharing file Network Device List Lists the accessible network devices to play back the content in Media Player. Media Player > Using Media Player > Network device - 203 - Mirroring Settings Settings for the mirroring function Functions > Mirroring > Mirroring Settings - 204 - Control4 Settings Settings for the Control4 function 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Network > Control4 Settings and press OK to access. 3.Select Control4 Discovery / Send Identify and press OK to access. 4. Set the item and press OK to store. Control4 Discovery (On / Off) Enables Control4 mode. Send Identify Sends identifying message to Control4 controller. ●● This function is available when Control4 Discovery is set to On. = Note = ●● For details of the settings and operations, consult your local Control4 dealer. - 205 - Software Update Accesses the specific website to update the TV’s software if any updates are available. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Network > Software Update and press OK to access. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. ●● A broadband network environment is required to use this function. - 206 - New Software Message Selects whether to give a notification message when new software is found via network or not. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Network > New Software Message and press OK to access. 3.Select On / Off and press OK to set. - 207 - Terms of Service and Settings Displays the terms of service and settings. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Network > Terms of Service and Settings and press OK to access. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. - 208 - Photos Selecting file Ensure the preparations of the media server, network connections and network settings are completed. Network > DLNA > In-House streaming Network > Network connections Network > Network settings 1.Display Home with HOME. 2.Select Devices and press OK to access. 3. Select the media server and press OK to access. ●● To display / hide information of the highlighted media server 1) Display the option menu with OPTION. 2)Select Show Info. and press OK to access. 4. Select the file and press OK to access. ●● Depending on the condition of media server, you may need to select the folder before selecting the file. ●● To display / hide information of the highlighted file = Note = ●● Non-playable files are also listed but cannot be selected. - 209 - Viewing photo ■■Playback ●● To operate Single view : To the previous photo : To the next photo : Stop (return to list) OK : Slideshow ●● To display / hide the operation guide ●● To rotate 90° (blue) ●● To return to list BACK/RETURN - 210 - Using Slideshow 1. Select the file from the thumbnail of photos for the first view. 2. Start Slideshow with (red) and OK. ●● To display / hide the operation guide ●● To pause (return to Single view) OK ●● To return to list BACK/RETURN ■■Slideshow Settings Set up the settings for photo file operations on this TV. 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2.Select Slideshow Settings and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Interval / Repeat / Back Ground Music 4. Set the item and press OK to store. Interval (Long / Normal / Short) Selects slideshow interval. Repeat (On / Off) Slideshow repeat Back Ground Music (Off / Type1 / Type2 / Type3 / Type4 / Type5) Selects the background music during Photo mode. - 211 - Videos Selecting file Ensure the preparations of the media server, network connections and network settings are completed. Network > DLNA > In-House streaming Network > Network connections Network > Network settings 1.Display Home with HOME. 2.Select Devices and press OK to access. 3. Select the media server and press OK to access. ●● To display / hide information of the highlighted media server 1) Display the option menu with OPTION. 2)Select Show Info. and press OK to access. 4. Select the file and press OK to access. ●● Depending on the condition of media server, you may need to select the folder before selecting the file. ●● To display / hide information of the highlighted file = Note = ●● Non-playable files are also listed but cannot be selected. - 212 - Watching video ■■Playback If you have stopped the last playback halfway, a confirmation screen may be displayed to select whether to start from where you stopped last time or from the beginning. ●● To operate playback : Manual skip (if available) – Press to skip forward approx. 30 seconds. : Rewind : Fast forward : Stop OK : Pause (displays the time seek bar / slow playback) / Playback ●● To jump to the specified time point 1) Display the time seek bar with OK. 2) While the time seek bar is displayed Press / : Search approx. 10 seconds Press and hold / : Search rapidly 3) Jump to the specified time point with OK. ●● To display / hide the operation guide and information banner ●● To the previous content (red) ●● To the next content (green) ●● To change aspect 1) Display the menu with MENU. 2)Select Picture > Screen Settings > Aspect and press OK to access. 3) Select the mode and press OK to set. Aspect1: Displays the content in original size. - 213 - Aspect2: Displays the content enlarged without distortion. – Aspect cannot be changed depending on the content. ●● To return to list BACK/RETURN - 214 - Video Setup Set up the settings for video file operations on this TV. 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2.Select Video Setup and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Video Preview / Multi Audio / Monaural Audio / Dual Mono Audio / Repeat / Subtitle Settings ●● Menu items and selectable options vary depending on the content. 4. Set the item and press OK to store. Video Preview (On / Off) Sets to start the preview of the title or scene in the thumbnail view. ●● Images may not be displayed for an instant in the thumbnail view. Set the preview Off to solve this. Multi Audio, Monaural Audio, Dual Mono Audio Selects for selectable sound tracks (if available). ●● It may take several seconds to change the sound. ●● This function is available during playback. Repeat (On / Off) Playback repeat within the selected file Subtitle Settings Sets the subtitle setting. ●● This function is available during playback. Subtitle: Display / hide subtitles (if available). Subtitle Text: Selects the font type to display subtitles correctly (if available). Subtitle Text Size: Selects the font size of subtitles. - 215 - Subtitle Text Colour: Selects the colour of subtitles. Subtitle Text Position: Adjusts the position of subtitles on the screen. Subtitle Text Delay: Adjusts the delay time for the subtitles. - 216 - Audio output settings You can enjoy the multi-channel sound via an amplifier connected to DIGITAL AUDIO or HDMI2 (ARC function) terminal. ●● To confirm or change the current sound status Network > Videos > Video Setup 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Sound > SPDIF Selection and press OK to access. 3.Select Auto / PCM / Dolby Audio and press OK to set. SPDIF Selection (Auto / PCM / Dolby Audio) Selects the initial setting for digital audio output signal from DIGITAL AUDIO and HDMI2 (ARC function) terminals. ●● SPDIF is a standard audio transfer file format. Auto: Dolby Audio (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus) and HE-AAC multichannel are output as Dolby Digital Bitstream. MPEG is output as PCM. PCM: Digital output signal is fixed to PCM. Dolby Audio: Dolby Audio (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus), HE-AAC and AAC are output as Dolby Digital Bitstream or Dolby Digital Plus Bitstream. ●● ARC (Audio Return Channel) is a function of digital audio output using HDMI cable. = Note = ●● During the operation, audio signal is output from DIGITAL AUDIO and HDMI2 (ARC function) terminals. But no video signals are output. To use HDMI2 with ARC function, connect an amplifier that has ARC function and set to use theatre speakers. Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” - 217 - Music Selecting file Ensure the preparations of the media server, network connections and network settings are completed. Network > DLNA > In-House streaming Network > Network connections Network > Network settings 1.Display Home with HOME. 2.Select Devices and press OK to access. 3. Select the media server and press OK to access. ●● To display / hide information of the highlighted media server 1) Display the option menu with OPTION. 2)Select Show Info. and press OK to access. 4. Select the file and press OK to access. ●● Depending on the condition of media server, you may need to select the folder before selecting the file. ●● To display / hide information of the highlighted file = Note = ●● Non-playable files are also listed but cannot be selected. - 218 - Playing music ■■Playback ●● To operate playback : Rewind : Fast forward : Stop OK : Pause (displays the time seek bar) / Playback ●● To jump to the specified time point 1) Display the time seek bar with OK. 2) While the time seek bar is displayed Press / : Search approx. 10 seconds Press and hold / : Search rapidly 3) Jump to the specified time point with OK. ●● To display / hide the operation guide ●● To the previous track (red) ●● To the next track (green) ●● To return to list BACK/RETURN - 219 - Music Setup Set up the settings for music file operations on this TV. 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2.Select Music Setup > Repeat with OK. 3.Select Off / Folder / One and press OK to set. Folder: Playback repeat within the selected folder One: Playback repeat of the selected one file - 220 - Supported format Photo format ■■Supported Photo formats ●● JPEG (.jpg, .jpeg) Sub-sampling: 4:4:4, 4:2:2, 4:2:0 Image resolution (pixel): 8 × 8 to 30 719 × 17 279 ●● DCF and EXIF standards ●● Progressive JPEG is not supported. = Note = ●● Some files may not be played back even if they fulfil these conditions. ●● Do not use multi-byte characters or other special codes for file names. ●● Connected devices may become unusable with this TV if the file or folder names are changed. - 221 - Video format ■■Supported Video formats ●● AVI (.avi) Video codec: H.264, MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4, VC-1, WMV9 Audio codec: AAC, ADPCM, Dolby Audio (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus), HE-AAC, LPCM, MP3, WMA ●● MP4 (.f4v, .m4v, .mp4) Video codec: H.264, H.265 (HEVC), MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4 Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Audio (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus), HE-AAC, MP3 ●● This TV supports this container recorded with Panasonic products. For details, read the manual of the products. ●● MKV (.mkv) Video codec: H.264, H.265 (HEVC), MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4 Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Audio (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus), HE-AAC, MP3, Vorbis ●● ASF (.asf, .wmv) Video codec: MPEG4, VC-1, WMV9 Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Audio (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus), HE-AAC, LPCM, MP3, WMA ●● Copy-protected files cannot be played back. - 222 - ●● FLV (.flv) Video codec: H.264 Audio codec: AAC, MP3 ●● 3GPP (.3gp, .3g2) Video codec: H.264, MPEG4 Audio codec: AAC, HE-AAC ●● PS (.mod, .mpg, .mpeg, .vob, .vro) Video codec: MPEG1, MPEG2 Audio codec: Dolby Audio (Dolby Digital), LPCM ●● TS (.mts, .m2ts, .tp, .trp, .ts, .tts) Video codec: H.264, H.265 (HEVC), MPEG1, MPEG2 Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Audio (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus), HE-AAC ●● WebM (.webm) Video codec: VP9 Audio codec: Vorbis - 223 - ■■Supported Subtitles formats ●● MicroDVD, SubRip, TMPlayer (.srt, .sub, .txt) ●● The video file and subtitles text file are inside the same folder, and the file names are the same except for the file extensions. ●● If there are more than one subtitles text files inside the same folder, they are displayed in the following order of priority: “.srt”, “.sub”, “.txt”. = Note = ●● Some files may not be played back even if they fulfil these conditions. ●● Some subtitles or chapter functions may not be available. ●● Do not use multi-byte characters or other special codes for file names. ●● Connected devices may become unusable with this TV if the file or folder names are changed. ●● Supported formats are different in Media Player and media server. - 224 - Music format ■■Supported Music formats ●● MP3 (.mp3) ●● AAC / Apple Lossless (.m4a) ●● Copy-protected files cannot be played back. ●● FLAC (.flac) ●● WMA (.wma) ●● Copy-protected files cannot be played back. ●● LPCM (.wav) = Note = ●● Some files may not be played back even if they fulfil these conditions. ●● Do not use multi-byte characters or other special codes for file names. ●● Connected devices may become unusable with this TV if the file or folder names are changed. - 225 - Functions Voice Control Information Voice Control function allows you to operate the TV (e.g. selecting a channel), search the content from various features, etc. by your speech with your smartphone. ●● A broadband network environment is required to fully use this function. Ensure the network connections and network settings are completed. Network > Network connections Network > Network settings ●● To use this function with your smartphone, you need to install the application for controlling this TV on your smartphone. Support > FAQs > Detailed information For the operations, refer to the support information of the application. - 226 - How to use 1.Press ●● on the screen of your smartphone to display the operation guide. When a confirmation screen is displayed, read carefully and start Voice Control function. (Example) 2. Say a key word (e.g. Volume up) to the microphone while the operation guide is displayed. (Example) ●● The operation guide turns to blue during processing. ●● The operation guide automatically disappears after a certain period of time. Press again to start the Voice Control function. ●● To display voice command list ●● To exit Voice Control function - 227 - Settings You can set items for Voice Control function. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Setup > Voice Control Settings and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Speech Detection Level / Terms of Service / Instructions for Voice Control 4. Set the item and press OK to store. Speech Detection Level (High / Standard) Adjusts the sensitivity to recognise your speech. Terms of Service Displays the terms of service. Instructions for Voice Control Displays details of Voice Control function in eHELP. - 228 - Note ●● When you start Voice Control function, sound level of the TV becomes low. ●● Voice Control function may not work properly in the following conditions: – Not pronouncing words clearly and correctly – Speaking too loudly or too quietly. – Surrounded by loud background noise. ●● Phrases other than Voice Command may not be recognised. ●● Voice Control function may not work properly depending on the microphone of the smartphone. ●● Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. ●● A broadband network environment is required to fully use this function, because this function accesses the speech recognition server with the internet connection. Even if you have the internet environment, this function may not be available depending on the proxy setting. Please connect the internet without proxy settings. (Proxy settings are not required for normal household use. For details of the internet environment, consult your Internet Service Provider (ISP) or telecommunications company.) - 229 - TV Anywhere How to use You can watch TV and set timer event with the network equipment (smartphone, etc.) from outside the home network. Smartphone, etc. TV ●● Ensure the network connections and network settings are completed. Network > Network connections Network > Network settings 1.Set TV Anywhere to On. Functions > TV Anywhere > TV Anywhere Settings 2. Connect the device (smartphone, etc.) to the home network and access to the TV. ●● You need to install the application for controlling this TV on your smartphone. Support > FAQs > Detailed information For the operations, refer to the support information of the application. = Note = ●● This function is not available when the TV is turned off with Mains Power On / Off switch. ●● Due to network conditions or certain broadcaster restrictions, this function may not be available. - 230 - TV Anywhere Settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Network > TV Anywhere Settings and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. TV Anywhere / Powered on by Swipe & Share / Device ID / Device Password 4. Follow the on-screen instructions. TV Anywhere (On / Off) Enables watching TV and setting timer event with the network equipment (smartphone, etc.) from outside the home network. ●● Changing the default configuration may result in higher energy consumption of the product. ●● LED turns to orange in Standby mode when TV Anywhere is set to On. Powered on by Swipe & Share (On / Off) Enables turning on the TV automatically when the Swipe & Share function is activated from the other devices (smartphone, etc.). ●● Set TV Anywhere to On to use this function. ●● Use the Swipe & Share function to turn on the TV only when you can see the status of the TV. Device ID Displays the device ID of this TV. Device Password Displays the device password of this TV. - 231 - Mirroring How to use You can watch and display images of other devices (smartphone, etc.) on the TV screen using a mirroring function. Smartphone, etc. TV 1.Display Home with HOME. 2.Select Devices and press OK to access. 3.Select Mirroring and press OK. 4. Follow the on-screen instructions. ●● Pairing information of the device (smartphone, etc.) is registered once you use this function. ■■Easy Mirroring You can also start the mirroring function from the other devices (smartphone, etc.) when Easy Mirroring is set to On. Functions > Mirroring > Mirroring Settings ●● You cannot use Easy Mirroring function while the TV is set to Wireless Access Point. Network > Network settings > Network Status = Note = ●● This function is available with the other devices (smartphone, etc.) supporting the mirroring function. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the devices. - 232 - Mirroring Settings You can set items for the mirroring function. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Network > Mirroring Settings and press OK. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Easy Mirroring / Powered On by Easy Mirroring / Delete All Pairings 4. Set the item and press OK to store. Easy Mirroring (On / Off) Enables starting the mirroring function from the other devices (smartphone, etc.) without operating the TV. ●● To deactivate wireless, set Easy Mirroring to Off and confirm the network connection type is set to Wired. Network > Network settings > Network Status ●● Not valid when the TV is set to Wireless Access Point Powered On by Easy Mirroring (On / Off) Enables turning on the TV automatically when the mirroring function is activated from the other devices (smartphone, etc.). ●● Changing the default configuration may result in higher energy consumption of the product. ●● Use the mirroring function to turn on the TV only when you can see the status of the TV. ●● Register the devices (smartphone, etc.) before using this function. ●● LED turns to orange in Standby mode when Powered On by Easy Mirroring is set to On. Delete All Pairings Delete the pairing information for all paired devices. - 233 - Multi Window Information ■■Multi Window Only for dual tuner model Displays two windows at once for viewing the TV programmes or external input (AV / COMPONENT / HDMI) as shown below (example). (green) Pre-view Dual view OK Pre-view ●● Pre-view To swap windows OK – Not valid while recording is in progress ●● To exit multi window EXIT - 234 - Multi Window Only for dual tuner model You can select a channel while watching another programme or external input. 1.Display Apps with APPS. 2.Select Multi Window and press OK to access. ■■Pre-view (Example) Main screen TV mode / Input mode / Channel position and name (for main screen) TV mode / Input mode (for sub screen) –Press / to select the TV mode / input mode of the sub screen. Current programme information (if available) (for sub screen) –Press / to select the programme of the sub screen. Sub screen / information screen –Press ●● (blue) to change the screen. The sound comes only from the main screen. - 235 - ■■Dual view (Example) Main screen TV mode / Input mode / Channel position and name Sub screen ●● Press – ●● / to select the screen to operate. displays on the screen. To select the sound 1) Display the option menu with OPTION. 2)Select Sound Output and press OK to access. 3)Select Main / Sub and press OK to set. – ●● displays on the screen. To confirm or change the current status OPTION – Menu items and selectable options vary between the main screen and sub screen. Watching > Basic > AV Options ●● To display / hide the operation guide - 236 - Note ●● This function may not work properly depending on the signal format. ●● Ensure that Dual Tuner Mode is set to On in Tuning Menu to display Freesat or Other Sat. / Satellite both in two windows. ●● Not valid in Analogue ●● Data services are not available in multi window. ●● You cannot change the aspect ratio in multi window. ●● External input mode can only be displayed either on the main screen or sub screen. ●● HDMI is available for the main screen. ●● Some signals are reformatted for suitable viewing on your display. ●● Playback in fast-forward or in reverse on the sub screen may affect the picture quality on the main screen. - 237 - VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” Summary of VIERA Link Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with Panasonic products which have “HDAVI Control™” function. VIERA Link (HDAVI Control) connects the TV and the equipment with VIERA Link function, and enables easy control, playback, energy saving, creating home theatre, etc. without complicated settings. Connections to the equipment (DVD Recorder, HD Video Camera, Player theatre, Amplifier, etc.) with HDMI cable allow you to interface them automatically. These features are limited to models incorporating “HDAVI Control” and “VIERA Link”. ●● This TV supports “HDAVI Control 5” function. ●● Some functions are not available depending on the equipment’s version of HDAVI Control. Confirm the connected equipment’s version of HDAVI Control. ●● VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” is a unique function that we have developed and added based on the control functions provided by HDMI which is an industry standard known as HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control). As such, its operation with other manufacturers’ product that supports HDMI CEC cannot be guaranteed. ●● VIERA Link features may be available even with other manufacturers’ equipment supporting HDMI CEC. ●● Please refer to individual manuals for other manufacturers’ product supporting VIERA Link function. ●● About applicable Panasonic product, consult your local Panasonic dealer. ■■VIERA Link (HDMI connection) ●● Depending on the model, it may be necessary to remove the terminal cover / cable cover before connecting or disconnecting cables. ●● Use a fully wired HDMI compliant cable. ●● Connect the equipment supporting VIERA Link to the TV’s HDMI terminal via an HDMI cable. About HDMI cable for connecting Panasonic HD Video Camera or LUMIX Camera, read the manual of the equipment. - 238 - HDMI terminal HDMI cable Equipment with VIERA Link function (DVD Recorder / DVD Player / Bluray Disc Player / HD Video Camera / LUMIX Camera) ■■Available features (HDMI connection) DVD Recorder / DVD Player / Blu-ray Disc Player ●● Easy playback ●● Power on Link ●● Power off Link ●● Standby Power Save ●● Intelligent Auto Standby ●● VIERA Link Control HD Video Camera / LUMIX Camera ●● Easy playback ●● Power on Link ●● Power off Link ●● VIERA Link Control : For equipment which has “HDAVI Control 2 or later” function. : For equipment which has “HDAVI Control 4 or later” function. - 239 - ■■VIERA Link (HDMI and Audio out connections) ●● Depending on the model, it may be necessary to remove the terminal cover / cable cover before connecting or disconnecting cables. ●● Use a fully wired HDMI compliant cable. ●● Connect the equipment supporting VIERA Link to the TV’s HDMI terminal via an HDMI cable. ●● Use the optical digital audio cable for audio output from the TV. HDMI terminal / DIGITAL AUDIO HDMI cable DVD Recorder with VIERA Link function HDMI cable (Optical digital audio cable ) Amplifier with VIERA Link function Speaker system Player theatre / Blu-ray Disc theatre with VIERA Link function HD Video Camera / LUMIX Camera with VIERA Link function : If the connected equipment has “HDAVI Control 5” function, you do not have to use this audio cable (Optical digital audio cable). In this case, connect the equipment to the TV’s HDMI2 terminal via an HDMI cable. - 240 - ■■Available features (HDMI and Audio out connections) Player theatre ●● Easy playback ●● Power on Link ●● Power off Link ●● Intelligent Auto Standby ●● VIERA Link Control ●● Speaker Selection Blu-ray Disc theatre ●● Easy playback ●● Power on Link ●● Power off Link ●● Standby Power Save ●● Intelligent Auto Standby ●● VIERA Link Control ●● Speaker Selection Amplifier ●● Power off Link ●● Intelligent Auto Standby ●● Speaker Selection : For equipment which has “HDAVI Control 2 or later” function. : For equipment which has “HDAVI Control 4 or later” function. : While playing a disc : Except for watching a disc - 241 - ■■VIERA Link Control of compatible equipment The following is the maximum number of compatible equipment that can be controlled by VIERA Link Control. This includes connections to equipment already connected to the TV. For example, DVD Player connected to Amplifier which is connected to the TV via an HDMI cable. Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > VIERA Link Control ●● Recorder: Maximum 3 ●● Player: Maximum 3 (DVD Player, Blu-ray Disc Player, HD Video Camera, LUMIX Camera, Digital Camera, Player theatre, Blu-ray Disc theatre, etc.) ●● Audio system: Maximum 1 (Player theatre, Blu-ray Disc theatre, Amplifier, etc.) ●● Tuner: Maximum 4 (Set top box, etc.) - 242 - Preparations ●● Connect the equipment supporting VIERA Link. ●● For details of VIERA Link connections Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Summary of VIERA Link ●● Use a fully wired HDMI compliant cable. ●● Set up the connected equipment. Read the manual of the equipment. ●● Set VIERA Link to On in the Setup Menu. ●● Set up the TV. After connection, turn the equipment on and then switch the TV on. Select the HDMI input from Input Selection with AV and make sure that an image is displayed correctly. (This setup should be done each time the following conditions occur.) – First time operation – Adding or reconnecting equipment – Changing setup - 243 - Easy playback Automatic input switching - When the connected equipment is operated, the input mode is switched automatically. - 244 - Power on Link Set Power on Link to On in VIERA Link Settings to use this function. When the connected equipment is operated, the TV is automatically turned on. (Only when the TV is in Standby mode.) - 245 - Power off Link Set Power off Link to On in VIERA Link Settings to use this function. When the TV is set to Standby mode, the connected equipment is also automatically set to Standby. ●● This function will work even if the TV enters Standby mode automatically by auto power standby function. - 246 - Standby Power Save Set Standby Power Save to On in VIERA Link Settings to use this function. The power consumption of the connected equipment in Standby mode is controlled higher or lower in synchronisation with the TV on / off state to reduce the consumption. When the TV is set to Standby mode, the connected equipment is automatically set to Standby and the power consumption of the connected equipment is automatically minimised. When the TV is turned on, the connected equipment is still in Standby mode, but the power consumption is increased to quickly start the connected equipment. ●● This function is effective if the connected equipment can change the power consumption in Standby mode and is set to higher consumption. ●● This function works when Power off Link is set to On. - 247 - Intelligent Auto Standby Set Intelligent Auto Standby to On in VIERA Link Settings to use this function. When the TV is on, non-used connected equipment goes into Standby mode automatically to reduce the power consumption. For example, when the input mode is switched from HDMI or when Speaker Selection is changed to TV (except for watching a disc). ●● This function may not work properly depending on the connected equipment. In this case, set to Off. - 248 - VIERA Link Control You can control some functions of the connected equipment with this TV’s remote control by pointing at the TV’s signal receiver. 1.Display Apps with APPS. 2.Select VIERA Link and press OK to access. 3.Select VIERA Link Control and press OK to access. 4. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Recorder / Player / Home Cinema / Video Camera / LUMIX / Digital Camera / Other (The menu of the accessed equipment is displayed. The input mode is changed automatically.) ●● The displayed item may vary depending on the connected equipment. ●● Home Cinema means Player theatre, Blu-ray Disc theatre or Recorder theatre. ●● Other means Tuner set top box. 5. Follow the on-screen instructions to operate the menu of the equipment. ●● Confirm the remote control code is “73”. Watching > External equipment > Operating with TV’s remote control ●● To display the operation guide OPTION (If other manufacturers’ product is accessed, Setup / Contents Selection menu may be displayed.) ●● Available TV’s remote control buttons depend on the connected equipment. ■■If multiple recorders or players are connected Each recorder / player is numbered. The number is given from the TV’s lower number of HDMI terminal connected to the same type of equipment. For example, when two recorders are connected to HDMI2 and HDMI3, the recorder connected to HDMI2 is displayed as Recorder1, and the recorder connected to HDMI3 is displayed as Recorder2. ■■If you access non-VIERA Link equipment The type of the connected equipment is displayed. Although you can access the connected equipment, you cannot operate it. Use the remote control of the connected equipment. - 249 - = Note = ●● If you cannot operate the equipment, check the settings and the equipment. Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Summary of VIERA Link ●● Some operations may not be available depending on the equipment. In this case, use the remote control of the connected equipment. ●● For details of the operations for the connected equipment, read the manual of the equipment. - 250 - Speaker Selection You can control the theatre speaker with this TV’s remote control by pointing at the TV’s signal receiver. 1.Display Apps with APPS. 2.Select VIERA Link and press OK to access. 3.Select Speaker Selection and press OK to access. 4.Select TV / Home Cinema and press OK to set. TV: TV speakers are active. Home Cinema: The sound is delivered from theatre speakers. Player theatre, Bluray Disc theatre or Amplifier will be automatically turned on if it is in Standby mode. ●● The sound of TV speakers is mute. When the equipment is turned off, TV speakers will be activated. ●● You can use Volume Up / Down and MUTE. ■■Multi-channel sound If you want to enjoy the multi-channel sound (e.g. Dolby Audio (Dolby Digital) 5.1ch) via an Amplifier, connect it with an HDMI cable and Optical digital audio cable, and then select Home Cinema. If your Amplifier has the “HDAVI Control 5” function, you only need to connect it with an HDMI cable to the TV’s HDMI2 terminal. To enjoy multi-channel sound from DIGA Recorder, connect an HDMI cable from the DIGA Recorder to the Amplifier. = Note = ●● If you cannot operate the equipment, check the settings and the equipment. Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Summary of VIERA Link ●● Some operations may not be available depending on the equipment. - 251 - Note ●● These functions may not work properly depending on the connected equipment. ●● Image or sound may not be delivered for the first few seconds when the input mode is switched. ●● “HDAVI Control 5” is the newest standard for HDAVI Control compatible equipment. This standard is compatible with conventional HDAVI equipment. ●● To confirm the HDAVI Control version of this TV Support > Help menu > Using Help menu - 252 - Child Lock Using Child Lock Some features are not available on all models. Available menu items are displayed on your TV screen. You can lock specific channels / AV input terminals to restrict access to them. When the locked channel / input is selected, a message appears. Enter the PIN number to watch. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Setup > Child Lock and press OK to access. 3. Enter the PIN number (4 digits) with Numeric buttons. ●● Enter the PIN number twice at first setting. ●● Make a note of the PIN number in case you forget it. 4.Select Child Lock List and press OK to access. 5. Select the channel / input and press OK to lock. appears when the channel / input is locked. ●● ●● To cancel 1) Select the locked channel / input. 2)Press OK. ●● To lock all (green) ●● To cancel all locks (yellow) ●● To jump to the head of the next channel / input group (blue) ■■Show Adult App Set to Off to lock specific applications to restrict access to them (if available). = Note = ●● For internet content - 253 - ■■Freesat Adult Channels Select Hide to hide channels of the adult genre in EPG and banner. All the timer events of the adult genre are cancelled. = Note = ●● For Freesat ■■Player PIN Control Applies access control for some Digital TV streaming services. = Note = ●● For DVB (UK only) - 254 - PIN number You can change the PIN number. 1.Select Change PIN and press OK to access. 2. Enter a new PIN number twice with Numeric buttons. = Note = ●● Setting Shipping Condition erases the PIN number and all settings. - 255 - Parental Rating To watch the DVB programme that has rating information on the selected age, enter the PIN number (depending on the broadcaster). 1.Select Parental Rating and press OK to access. 2. Select an age for the restriction of programmes and press OK to set. = Note = ●● Setting Shipping Condition erases the PIN number and all settings. ●● Ireland only - 256 - Data Service Application Using Data Service Application ●● Data Service Applications is not effective on MHEG. You can enjoy Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV application that may be provided via digital broadcasting as interactive data services. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Setup > Data Service Application > Service and press OK to access. 3.Select Auto Start / Manual Start / Off for each channel. Auto Start: Automatically starts the application. Manual Start: Starts the application by pressing ●● (red). To sort channel names in alphabetical order (red) ●● To set Auto Start for all channels (green) ●● To disable the service for all channels (yellow) ●● To set Manual Start for all channels (blue) 4.Press BACK/RETURN to store. ●● A notification message will appear when the application is available. Follow the on-screen instructions. ●● is displayed on the information banner if the programme has Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV application. Watching > Basic > Freeview Play banner (UK) Watching > Basic > Information banner ●● To terminate the running application. (The default application may start immediately.) EXIT - 257 - Privacy Setting 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Setup > Data Service Application > Privacy Setting and press OK to access. 3.Select Low / High / Custom and press OK to set. ■■To change the privacy settings manually You can set up the detailed privacy settings when Privacy Setting is set to Custom. Store Cookie (On / Off) Enables storing the technical information that a data service application leaves into the TV in order to recognise to use it again. Delete Cookie Deletes all of technical information left by a data service application. Do Not Track Setting (Mode1 / Mode2 / Mode3) Sets to notify websites and some applications about tracking your browsing activities. Mode1: Notifies websites that you want to be tracked. Mode2: Notifies websites that you do not want to be tracked. Mode3: Sends no configuration information about tracking. Allow Unique Device ID (On / Off) Sends identifying ID of this TV for the data service application. Reset Unique Device ID Resets the identifying ID of this TV. - 258 - Note ●● Data Service Applications is not effective on MHEG. ●● A broadband network environment is required to fully use Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV application. Ensure the network connections and network settings are completed. Network > Network connections Network > Network settings ●● Not all the data services are available depending on the country, area and broadcaster. ●● Not valid in multi window mode ●● Depending on the connection environment, the internet connection may be slow or may not be successful. ●● Operations may vary depending on the broadcaster. Follow the on-screen instructions. ●● On-screen instructions may not correspond to the remote control buttons. - 259 - Common Interface Caution If the encrypted message is displayed on the screen, the correct Common Interface (CI) Module and smart card that are required for this service are not inserted. ■■How to insert CI module and smart card ●● Turn the TV off with Mains Power On / Off switch whenever inserting or removing the CI module. ●● Depending on the model, it may be necessary to remove the terminal cover / cable cover before inserting or removing the CI module. ●● If a smart card and a CI module come as a set, first insert the CI module, then insert the smart card into the CI module. ●● Insert or remove the CI module completely in the correct direction as shown. ●● Remove the CI module from the TV when placing the TV facing upward. This may cause damages to the CI module and CI slot. = Note = ●● There might be some CI modules in the market with older firmware versions that do not work fully interoperable with this new CI+ v1.4 TV. In this case, please contact your content provider. - 260 - Using Common Interface The Common Interface Module menu provides access to software contained in Common Interface (CI) Modules. ●● Video and audio signals may not be output depending on the broadcast or service. ■■Insert the CI module (optional) ●● Follow the instructions that came with the viewing card to tune in the encrypted channels. If encrypted channels do not appear, perform the below to verify the card is recognised by the TV. ●● For details, read the manual of the CI module, or check with the content provider. 1.Select DVB with TV. 2. Display the menu with MENU. 3.Select Setup > System Menu > Common Interface and press OK to access. 4.Press OK and follow the on-screen instructions. ●● To enter the CICAM PIN number, select Option Settings. ●● On-screen instructions may not correspond to the remote control buttons. - 261 - Shipping Condition Shipping Condition Resets the TV to its original condition (i.e. no channels tuned in). All settings other than USB Device Setup are reset (channels, picture, sound settings, etc.). 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Setup > System Menu > Shipping Condition and press OK to access. 3. When a confirmation screen is displayed, select Yes and press OK to set. 4. Follow the on-screen instructions. ●● Auto Setup automatically starts. = Note = ●● To retune TV channels only (e.g. after moving house), set Auto Setup. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Auto Setup - 262 - Updating the TV Software Information A new version of software may be released for download to enhance the performance or operations of the TV. In DVB, a notification banner will appear when one of the BBC channels is turned to if a new available software is found. ●● To install new software, select Standby / Now and press OK to set. Standby: Installs new software in standby condition. Now: Installs new software now. - 263 - Auto update You can update new software automatically. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Setup > System Menu > System Update > Auto Update Search in Standby and press OK to access. 3.Select On and press OK to set. ●● If any software updates are available, a notification message will appear. To install new software, select Standby / Now and press OK to set. Standby: Installs new software in standby condition. Now: Installs new software now. ●● If System Update is performed, the software will be updated (TV functions may be changed). If you do not want to do so, set Auto Update Search in Standby to Off. ●● The automatic updating cannot be performed in the following conditions: – TV turned off with Mains Power On / Off switch – Recording is in progress. = Note = ●● Download may take a few hours. ●● During software download and update, DO NOT perform any operations on the TV or switch Off the TV. - 264 - Manual update You can update new software manually. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Setup > System Menu > System Update > System Update Search Now and press OK to access. 3. Searches for an update (for several minutes) and displays a corresponding message if any. 4. Download with OK. = Note = ●● Download may take a few hours. ●● During software download and update, DO NOT perform any operations on the TV or switch Off the TV. - 265 - Setting characters Using Numeric buttons You can enter characters for free input items using Numeric buttons. Press Numeric buttons repeatedly until you reach the desired character. :.@/1!:#+-*_()“‘%&?,;=$[]~<>{}|`^\ :abc2ABC :def3DEF :ghi4GHI :jkl5JKL :mno6MNO :pqrs7PQRS :tuv8TUV :wxyz9WXYZ : Space 0 ●● The character is set automatically if you leave for 1 second. ●● You can also set the character pressing OK or other Numeric buttons less than 1 second. ●● The characters may vary depending on the input item. - 266 - Bluetooth devices Bluetooth Setup Only for the model supporting Bluetooth function You can use Bluetooth keyboards , Bluetooth mouses and Bluetooth audio devices (headphones, smartphone, etc.) with this TV by setting Bluetooth Setup in the Setup Menu. : HID (Human Interface Device Profile) compliant keyboards and mouses can be used. : A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) and AVRCP (Audio Video Remote Control Profile) compliant audio devices can be used. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Setup > Bluetooth Setup and press OK to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access. Devices / Bluetooth Audio Mode Setting / Bluetooth Audio Settings 4. Set the item and press OK to store. Devices Searches the available device and displays the status. ●● Place the device within 50 cm from the TV while registration is in progress. ●● Turn the device on for registering. The setup for registration may be required depending on the device. Read the manual of the device. ●● You cannot use two or more A2DP compliant audio devices simultaneously. Not paired: The device is not registered. Register the device by following the onscreen instructions to use with this TV. Connected: The device is registered and you can use with this TV. Not connected: The device is already registered, but not connected to this TV. Check the device is turned on and set within the available range. - 267 - Bluetooth Audio Mode Setting (Transmitter / Receiver) Selects the TV’s Bluetooth audio mode. Transmitter: Connects an audio device such as headphones, speaker, etc. Receiver: Connects an audio device such as a smartphone, audio player, etc. Bluetooth Audio Settings Adjusts the volume for an audio device, etc. in the transmitter mode. Audio Output: Sets to Bluetooth only to mute the TV speakers automatically when using a Bluetooth audio device. And you can adjust the volume of the device using Volume Up / Down. Volume: Adjusts the volume of a Bluetooth audio device. Audio Control: Sets to control a Panasonic Bluetooth audio device with this TV. ●● Settings on a Panasonic Bluetooth audio device are also required to use this audio control function. ●● Settings in the Sound Menu may not be effective for the Bluetooth audio devices. ●● To use Audio Link 1)Display Apps with APPS. 2)Select Audio Link and press OK to access. 3) Follow the on-screen instructions. ●● If using the 2.4 GHz band on the wireless router, simultaneous use with Bluetooth device may result in connection interruptions. If your wireless router supports 5 GHz band, try using the 5 GHz band. If you have a wired LAN connection, try using the wired LAN connection. ●● If the sound interruption occurs, place Bluetooth device closer to the TV. ●● When a Bluetooth device is connected to the TV, it is possible that the Bluetooth audio output may not be synchronised (i.e. be delayed) with relation to the images on the screen. This is not a defect of the TV or the device. The delay time will differ depending on the device. - 268 - Keyboard Keyboard Some features are not available on all models. Available menu items are displayed on your TV screen. ●● Keyboards requiring the drivers are not supported. ●● To change the language type, set Keyboard Layout (USB Keyboard Layout). 1) Display the menu with MENU. 2)Select Setup > System Menu > Keyboard Layout (USB Keyboard Layout) and press OK to access. 3) Select the language and press OK to set. ●● Characters may not be displayed correctly on the TV screen depending on the connected keyboard or the keyboard layout setting. ●● Some of the keys of keyboards may correspond to the operation of the remote control. Keyboard Remote Control ↑/↓/←/→ / / / Enter OK Backspace BACK/RETURN Esc EXIT 0 - 9 / Character Numeric buttons F1 HOME F2 APPS F3 MENU F4 AV F5 / F6 Channel Down / Up F7 / F8 Volume Down / Up F9 / F10 / F11 / F12 Coloured buttons - 269 - Settings Setting menu How to use Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions. 1. Display the menu with MENU. ●● Displayed items vary depending on the input signal. 2. Select the menu and press OK to access. 3. Select the items and press OK to access. ●● Only available items can be selected. ●● You can also access from eHELP pressing available). (red) at each item (if ●● You can select from among alternatives with ●● You can adjust using the slide bar with ●● You can go to the next screen with OK. ●● You can enter names or numbers freely for some items. / / and press OK to set. and press OK to set. 1) Enter characters one by one with Cursor buttons and press OK to set. – You can set characters using Numeric buttons. Functions > Setting characters > Using Numeric buttons 2)Press BACK/RETURN to store. ●● To reset the settings – To initialise picture or sound settings only, select Reset to Defaults in the Picture Menu or Sound Menu. – To initialise all settings, select Shipping Condition. Functions > Shipping Condition - 270 - ●● To exit the menu screen EXIT ●● To return to the previous screen BACK/RETURN = Note = ●● Menu items and selectable options vary depending on the mode (TV mode, Media Player, Network services, etc.). ●● Some settings in Picture menu may also affect the menu screen when watching content in 4K format. ●● If Demo Settings is displayed in the Setup Menu, the TV is in “Shop” viewing environment. To return to “Home” viewing environment, initialise all settings by accessing Shipping Condition. Functions > Shipping Condition ●● Depending on the model, the initial setting value of Viewing Mode may differ between Home and Shop even when selecting the same viewing mode. The setting value can be adjusted by pressing MENU and selecting Picture. ■■Using control panel buttons 1. Press and hold INPUT/OK/HOLD for MENU button for 3 seconds to display the menu. 2. Select and set with following control panel buttons. ●● Move the cursor / select from a range of options / select the menu item / adjust levels ●● Access the menu / store settings after adjustments have been made or options have been set with INPUT/OK/HOLD for MENU button - 271 - Picture Viewing Mode Selects your favourite picture mode for each input. Watching > For best picture > Viewing Mode - 272 - Basic settings Some features are not available on all models. Available menu items are displayed on your TV screen. Backlight, Contrast, Brightness, Colour, Tint, Sharpness Adjusts the levels of these options according to your personal preference. Watching > For best picture > Basic settings Colour Temperature Sets the overall colour tone of the picture (bluer - redder). Watching > For best picture > Basic settings Vivid Colour Automatically adjusts colours to vivid ones. Watching > For best picture > Basic settings Colour Remaster Displays the vivid images with the expanded colour gamut. Watching > For best picture > Basic settings Rec.2020 Colour Remaster Displays the vivid images with the suitable colour gamut. Watching > For best picture > Basic settings Reversal Film Effect Provides the picture effect such as the reversal film for photo content. Watching > For best picture > Basic settings Adaptive Backlight Control Automatically controls the level of backlight according to the images. Watching > For best picture > Basic settings Resolution Remaster Enhances picture resolution to make the image sharper. Watching > For best picture > Basic settings - 273 - Dynamic Range Remaster Enhances bright areas of the image closer to the original luminance making improved picture impact. Watching > For best picture > Basic settings Intelligent Frame Creation Automatically compensates the picture frame rate and removes juddering movements to make the images smooth. Watching > For best picture > Basic settings Clear Motion Makes the moving pictures clearer by controlling the level of backlight. Watching > For best picture > Basic settings - 274 - Ambient Sensor Automatic Brightness Control function Adjusts picture settings automatically depending on ambient lighting condition. Watching > For best picture > Ambient Sensor - 275 - HDR Brightness Setting You can adjust and set up the details of HDR brightness. Watching > For best picture > HDR Brightness Setting - 276 - Noise reduction settings Noise Reduction Reduces unwanted picture noise. Watching > For best picture > Noise reduction settings MPEG Remaster Reduces flicker noise in contoured parts of a picture and block noise. Watching > For best picture > Noise reduction settings - 277 - Advanced Settings You can adjust and set up the detailed picture settings. Watching > For best picture > Advanced Settings - 278 - Option Settings Some features are not available on all models. Available menu items are displayed on your TV screen. Game Mode Provides suitable images for fast response signals when playing games. Watching > For best picture > Option Settings Film Cadence Mode Improves vertical resolution for movie images. Watching > For best picture > Option Settings 1080p Pure Direct Reproduces the original image quality in detail for 1080p (HDMI) input signal. Watching > For best picture > Option Settings 4K Pure Direct Reproduces the original image quality in detail for 4K (HDMI) input signal. Watching > For best picture > Option Settings 1080p Pixel by 4pixels Displays like pixel by pixel to make the image sharper for 1080p signal. Watching > For best picture > Option Settings HDMI Content Type Adjusts the picture settings of each HDMI input according to the selected content type. Watching > For best picture > Option Settings HDMI EOTF Type Selects the EOTF type for each HDMI input. Set to Auto for general use. Watching > For best picture > Option Settings EOTF Type Selects the EOTF type of broadcast or video content. Watching > For best picture > Option Settings - 279 - HDMI RGB Range Adjusts the black level of the image for each HDMI input. Watching > For best picture > Option Settings 3D-COMB Makes still or slow moving pictures more vivid. Watching > For best picture > Option Settings - 280 - Screen Settings Aspect Changes the aspect ratio (image size). Watching > For best picture > Aspect 16:9 Overscan Selects the screen area displaying the image for 16:9 aspect. Watching > For best picture > Screen Settings Zoom Adjustments Adjusts the vertical position and size when aspect is set to Zoom. Watching > For best picture > Screen Settings Screen Display Turns the screen off when you select Off. Watching > For best picture > Screen Settings - 281 - PICTURE Button Setting Sets the viewing mode selection when pressing PICTURE. Watching > For best picture > Viewing Mode - 282 - Copy Adjustment Copies the picture settings of True Cinema or Custom to those of the other input mode or Viewing Mode. Watching > For best picture > Copy Adjustment - 283 - Reset to Defaults Resets the current Picture Viewing Mode to the default settings. - 284 - Sound Mode Selects your favourite sound mode for each input. Watching > For best audio > Sound mode - 285 - Basic settings Bass Adjusts level to enhance or minimise lower, deeper sound output. Watching > For best audio > Basic settings Treble Adjusts level to enhance or minimise sharper, higher sound output. Watching > For best audio > Basic settings Equaliser Adjusts the frequency level to suit your favourite sound quality. Watching > For best audio > Basic settings Balance Adjusts volume level of right and left speakers. Watching > For best audio > Basic settings Surround Selects surround sound settings. Watching > For best audio > Basic settings Bass Boost Enhances the effect of bass sounds. Watching > For best audio > Basic settings Sport Link Automatically sets the sound mode to Stadium when Viewing Mode is set to Sport. Watching > For best audio > Basic settings - 286 - Volume settings Speaker Selection Enables controlling the theatre speaker with this TV’s remote control by pointing at the TV’s signal receiver. Watching > For best audio > Volume settings TV Speaker Setting Selects the sound output to adjust volume. Watching > For best audio > Volume settings Headphone Volume Adjusts the volume of headphones. Watching > For best audio > Volume settings Auto Gain Control Automatically regulates large sound level differences between channels and inputs. Watching > For best audio > Volume settings Volume Correction Adjusts the volume of each individual channel or input mode. Watching > For best audio > Volume settings Clear Sound Adjustment If the sound from TV speakers is unclear due to installation environment, On is recommended. Watching > For best audio > Volume settings - 287 - Voice Guidance Settings Voice Guidance Set to On to enable voice guidance of the basic features (on-screen messages, etc.) for visually impaired users. Watching > For best audio > Voice Guidance Settings Speed Selects the readout speed for the voice guidance. Watching > For best audio > Voice Guidance Settings Volume Selects the volume for the voice guidance. Watching > For best audio > Voice Guidance Settings User Level Selects the level of verbosity for the voice guidance. Watching > For best audio > Voice Guidance Settings Web Browser Set to On to enable voice guidance of the network content in web browser function. Watching > For best audio > Voice Guidance Settings - 288 - Audio Description Preferred Audio Type Narration settings for visually impaired users Watching > For best audio > Audio Description Volume Adjusts the volume for Audio Description. Watching > For best audio > Audio Description - 289 - Advanced settings NICAM Near Instantaneous Companded Audio Multiplex Reproduces NICAM stereo sound. Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings Audio Preference Selects the initial setting for audio tracks. Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings SPDIF Selection Selects the initial setting for digital audio output signal from DIGITAL AUDIO and HDMI2 (ARC function) terminals. Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings HDMI Audio Format Selects the audio format for the HDMI input signal. Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings PCM Optical Level Adjusts the audio level of PCM output from DIGITAL AUDIO and HDMI2 (ARC function) terminals to equalise with that of the other audio types. Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings SPDIF Delay Adjusts the delay time of the sound output from DIGITAL AUDIO and HDMI2 (ARC function) terminals if the sound does not synchronise the image. Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings HDMI Input Selects to fit the input signal. Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings - 290 - Reset to Defaults Resets the current Sound Mode to the default settings. - 291 - Network Network Connection Sets the network setting to use this TV in your network environment. Network > Network settings > Network Connection - 292 - Network Status Displays and checks the network status (MAC Address, current network settings, etc.). Network > Network settings > Network Status - 293 - TV Name Sets your favourite name for this TV. Network > Network settings > TV Name - 294 - TV Remote App Settings Sets to control the TV from network equipment (smartphone, etc.). Network > Network settings > TV Remote App Settings - 295 - Network Link Settings Sets to control the TV with devices connected to the network. Network > Network settings > Network Link Settings - 296 - TV Anywhere Settings You can set timer programming with the network equipment (smartphone, etc.) from outside the home network. Functions > TV Anywhere > How to use - 297 - File Sharing Settings File Sharing Server Sets to share the files between PC and devices connected to this TV. Media Player > Using Media Player > Sharing file Network Device List Lists the accessible network devices to play back the content in Media Player. Media Player > Using Media Player > Network device - 298 - Mirroring Settings Settings for the mirroring function Functions > Mirroring > Mirroring Settings - 299 - Control4 Settings Settings for the Control4 function Network > Network settings > Control4 Settings - 300 - Other settings Software Update Checks for available software updates from the Panasonic website. Network > Network settings > Software Update New Software Message Selects whether to give a notification message when new software is found via network or not. Network > Network settings > New Software Message Terms of Service and Settings Displays the terms of service and settings. Network > Network settings > Terms of Service and Settings - 301 - Timer Off Timer Sets the duration of time until the TV automatically goes into Standby mode. Watching > Basic > Off Timer - 302 - Timer Programming Sets a timer to record forthcoming programmes. Recording > Timer Programming > Setting Timer Programming - 303 - Time Zone Adjusts the time data. Watching > Basic > Adjusting time - 304 - Auto Standby Automatically turns the TV to Standby mode for energy saving when no operation is performed for 4 hours. Watching > Basic > Energy saving functions - 305 - No signal Power off Automatically turns the TV to Standby mode to prevent unnecessary power consumption when no signal is received and no operation is performed for 10 minutes. Watching > Basic > Energy saving functions - 306 - Setup Eco Navigation Automatically sets the TV to the most suitable energy-saving mode. Watching > Basic > Energy saving functions - 307 - Voice Control Settings Settings for Voice Control function Functions > Voice Control > Settings - 308 - USB Device Setup Formats the USB HDD or safely removes USB device. Recording > USB HDD setup > Setting for USB HDD - 309 - Recording Setup Settings for the recording feature of the USB HDD Recording > Recording current programme > One Touch Recording Recording > Recording current programme > Rewind LIVE TV - 310 - Bluetooth Setup Only for the model supporting Bluetooth function Settings for the specific devices supporting Bluetooth wireless technology Functions > Bluetooth devices > Bluetooth Setup - 311 - Child Lock Applies access control for channels or inputs to prevent unwanted access. Functions > Child Lock > Using Child Lock - 312 - Tuning Menu Some features are not available on all models. Available menu items are displayed on your TV screen. Channel List Editor Skips unwanted channels or edits channels. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Channel List Editor Favourites Editor Creates a list of favourite channels. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Favourites Editor Regional Channel Edit Replaces your regional channels with available channels from another region. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Regional Channel Edit Auto Setup Automatically searches for receivable channels. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Auto Setup Channel Sorting by Region Automatically sorts tuned channels according to the available region. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Channel Sorting by Region Manual Tuning Searches for channels manually. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Manual Tuning Update Channel List Updates the channel list while keeping your settings. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Update Channel List New Channel Message Selects whether to give a notification message when a new channel is found or not. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Other settings - 313 - Auto Update Channel List Selects whether or not broadcast changes are automatically updated in your channel list. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Other settings Signal Condition Checks the signal condition. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Signal Condition Dual Tuner Mode Set to On to use dual tuner function. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Auto Setup Add New Channels Adds new Other Satellite channels to the channel list. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Add New Channels Add TV Signal Adds the TV mode. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Other settings = Note = ●● The settings in Tuning Menu are applicable only for the selected TV mode. The menu name varies depending on the TV mode. (Freesat Tuning Menu / DVB Tuning Menu / Analogue Tuning Menu / Other Sat. Tuning Menu / Satellite Tuning Menu) - 314 - Language Preferred Multi Audio Selects the preferred language for digital channel multi audio (depending on the broadcaster). Watching > Basic > Language Preferred Audio 1 / 2 Selects the first and second preferred language for digital channel multi audio (depending on the broadcaster). Watching > Basic > Language Preferred Subtitles 1 / 2 Selects the first and second preferred language for digital channel subtitles (depending on the broadcaster). Watching > Basic > Language Preferred Subtitles Selects the preferred language for digital channel subtitles (depending on the broadcaster). Watching > Basic > Language Preferred Teletext Selects the preferred language for digital channel teletext service (depending on the broadcaster). Watching > Basic > Language - 315 - Display Settings Preferred Subtitle Type Selects the preferred subtitle type. Watching > Basic > Subtitle Teletext Selects analogue teletext display mode. Watching > Teletext > Teletext mode Teletext Character Set Selects teletext language font. Watching > Teletext > Teletext Character Set Input Labels Accessing the input labels list allows you to change the input name or skip the input if unconnected, improving identification and selection in the Input Selection banner. Watching > External equipment > Watching external input Banner Display Timeout Sets how long the information banner stays on screen. Watching > Basic > Freeview Play banner (UK) Watching > Basic > Information banner Playing Time Display Set to On to display a time period of continuous use in Game Mode on the top right of the screen every 30 minutes. Watching > External equipment > Watching external input Radio Mode Sets the timer for turning off the screen automatically when a radio channel is selected. Watching > Basic > Energy saving functions Notification (On / Off) Displays a notification message. - 316 - HDMI Auto Setting Set to Mode1 when the image or sound in HDMI input is not played properly. Watching > 4K resolution > HDMI Auto Setting - 317 - HDMI HDR Setting Set to On when the HDR device is connected to the TV. Watching > External equipment > HDMI HDR Setting - 318 - VIERA Link Settings VIERA Link Sets to use VIERA Link functions. Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Preparations Power on Link Sets to use Power on Link functions. Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Power on Link Power off Link Sets to use Power off Link functions. Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Power off Link Standby Power Save Controls the connected equipment to reduce power consumption in Standby. Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Standby Power Save Intelligent Auto Standby Makes non-watched or non-used connected equipment go into Standby mode to reduce the power consumption. Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Intelligent Auto Standby - 319 - Data Service Application Service Sets to use Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV application. Functions > Data Service Application > Using Data Service Application Privacy Setting Settings for the privacy in the interactive data services Functions > Data Service Application > Privacy Setting - 320 - System Menu Some features are not available on all models. Available menu items are displayed on your TV screen. Keyboard Layout (USB Keyboard Layout) Selects the language that your USB or Bluetooth Keyboard supports. Functions > Keyboard > Keyboard Shipping Condition Resets all settings to the original condition. Functions > Shipping Condition > Shipping Condition Common Interface Sets to watch encrypted channels, etc. Functions > Common Interface > Using Common Interface System Update Downloads new software to this TV. Functions > Updating the TV Software > Auto update Licence Menu Displays the software licence information. - 321 - Other Settings Power on Channel List Automatically selects all channels or favourites list in the information banner when the TV is turned on. Watching > Basic > Selecting channel Power Save (On / Off) Reduces brightness of the picture to economise on power consumption. - 322 - Support Help menu Using Help menu 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.Select Help and press OK to access. 3.Select TV Self Test / System Information / Device Information and press OK to access. TV Self Test Makes a diagnosis of picture or sound problems. Follow the on-screen instructions. System Information Displays the system information of this TV. Device Information Displays the device information of this TV. - 323 - FAQs Picture Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem. Also makes a diagnosis of picture problem in TV Self Test. Support > Help menu > Using Help menu If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. Auto aspect ●● Auto aspect is designed to provide you with the best ratio to fill the screen. Watching > For best picture > Aspect Control Signal ●● Set Aspect in the Picture Menu if you want to change the aspect ratio manually. Watching > For best picture > Aspect Black and white picture ●● Check that the output of the external equipment matches the input of the TV. Chaotic image, noisy ●● Set Noise Reduction and MPEG Remaster in the Picture Menu to remove noise. Watching > For best picture > Noise reduction settings ●● Check nearby electrical equipment (car, motorcycle, fluorescent lamp). No image is displayed ●● Check the correct input mode is selected. ●● Check the setting of AV (COMPONENT / VIDEO) in Input Selection to match the signal being output by the external equipment. Watching > External equipment - 324 - ●● Is Backlight, Contrast, Brightness or Colour in the Picture Menu set to the minimum? Watching > For best picture > Basic settings ●● Check all required cables and connections are firmly in place. Blurry or distorted image (no sound or low volume) ●● Reset channels. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Auto Setup There may be a short black image ●● A black image is displayed to avoid picture distortion when an input signal changes. There may be red, blue, green and black spots on the screen ●● This is a characteristic of liquid crystal panels and is not a problem. The liquid crystal panel is built with very high precision technology giving you fine picture details. Occasionally, a few non-active pixels may appear on the screen as a fixed point of red, green, blue or black. Please note this does not affect the performance of the panel. - 325 - Digital TV Some features are not available on all models. Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. Block noise, frozen or disappearing image occurs / Some channels cannot be tuned ●● Check the position, direction and connection of the aerial or dish. ●● Check Signal Condition. If the level of Signal Quality is low, the DVB signal is weak. Connecting the aerial to the TV directly may improve signal quality than connecting the aerial through the equipment (Set top box, DVD, etc.). Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Signal Condition Watching > Basic > Basic connection ●● Weather conditions affect signal reception (heavy rain, snow, etc.), in particular in poor reception areas. Even during good weather, the high pressure can cause poor reception of some channels. ●● Due to the digital reception technologies involved, quality of the digital signals may be relatively low in some cases, despite good reception of analogue channels. ●● Turn the TV off with Mains Power On / Off switch, then turn it on again. Freesat Auto Setup cannot be done completely ●● Check connection and dish alignment. The dish needs to be pointing at Astra2 at 28.2 degrees east, and Eurobird1 at 28.5 degrees East. ●● If the problem persists, consult your freesat registered retailer or contact Freesat (UK) Ltd by visiting www.freesat.co.uk Faulty dish message appears ●● The satellite cable may be short-circuited or there may be connection problems of the cable. Check the cable and connection and then turn the TV off with Mains Power On / Off switch, and turn it on again. ●● If the message persists, consult a dish installer for checking the dish and cable. - 326 - No programmes shown on TV Guide ●● Check the digital transmitter. ●● Check the aerial connection to the Television set and if there are any current signalling issues in your area. ●● Contact Panasonic Customer Support by visiting www.panasonic.co.uk/freeview ●● Contact the digital services provider to check for any local transmission issues by visiting www.freeview.co.uk ●● Consult an aerial engineer to check the alignment of your aerial. Cannot find a channel you have previously watched ●● The channel may broadcast for part of the day. ●● Check the channel in the TV Guide. Watching > TV Guide ●● Channel position numbers may be changed by broadcasters. ●● Reset channels. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Auto Setup - 327 - Analogue TV Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. White spots or shadow image (ghosting) occurs / Some channels cannot be tuned ●● Check the position, direction and connection of the aerial. ●● Weather conditions affect signal reception (heavy rain, snow, etc.), in particular in poor reception areas. Even during good weather, the high pressure can cause poor reception of some channels. ●● Turn the TV off with Mains Power On / Off switch, then turn it on again. ●● If the problem persists, consult your local dealer or service provider for the availability of services. - 328 - Sound Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem. Also makes a diagnosis of sound problem in TV Self Test. Support > Help menu > Using Help menu If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. No sound is produced ●● Is “Sound mute” active? Press MUTE to switch sound mute on or off. ●● Is the volume set to the minimum? ●● Check connections and setting of external equipment. Watching > External equipment ●● Ensure that Speaker Selection is set to TV. Watching > For best audio > Volume settings Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Speaker Selection ●● Ensure that TV Speaker Setting is set to TV Speaker. Watching > For best audio > Volume settings Sound level is low or sound is distorted ●● Sound signal reception may be poor. ●● Set NICAM in the Sound Menu to Off. (Analogue) Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings - 329 - HDMI Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. Sound is unusual ●● Check the setting of HDMI Audio Format in the Sound Menu to match the audio signal from the connected equipment. Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings ●● Check the HDMI Input setting in the Sound Menu. Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings ●● If digital sound connection has a problem, select analogue sound connection. Watching > External equipment > HDMI features ●● Set HDMI Auto Setting in the Setup Menu to Mode1. Watching > 4K resolution > HDMI Auto Setting Pictures from external equipment are unusual when the equipment is connected via HDMI ●● Check the HDMI cable is connected properly. Watching > External equipment > External connection ●● Turn the TV and equipment off, then turn them on again. ●● Check an input signal from the equipment. Watching > External equipment > Valid input signals ●● Use equipment compliant with EIA/CEA-861/861D. ●● Set HDMI Auto Setting in the Setup Menu to Mode1. Watching > 4K resolution > HDMI Auto Setting ●● The valid 4K format varies depending on the HDMI terminal. Watching > 4K resolution > Valid 4K format - 330 - Network Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. Cannot connect to the network ●● Check the LAN cable or wireless LAN is connected properly. Network > Network connections ●● Check the connections and settings. Network > Network connections Network > Network settings ●● Check the network equipment and network environment. ●● The router may not be set to issue IP address automatically. If the network administrator prefers to allocate an IP address, set an IP address manually. Network > Network settings ●● The router may be using MAC address filtering (security setting). Confirm the MAC Address of this TV and set the router to use it. Network > Network settings > Network Status ●● If the problem persists, consult your Internet Service Provider or telecommunications company. Cannot select the file during DLNA operations ●● Is media server of the connected equipment prepared? Network > DLNA > In-House streaming ●● Check applicable data format. Network > Supported format ●● Check the settings of Network Link Settings. Network > Network settings > Network Link Settings Cannot operate internet content - 331 - ●● Check the connections and settings. Network > Network connections > Internet connection Network > Network settings ●● The server or connected line may be busy now. - 332 - Other Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. VIERA Link function does not work and an error message appears ●● Check the connections. Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Summary of VIERA Link ●● Turn the connected equipment on and then switch the TV on. Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” Parts of the TV become hot ●● Parts of the TV may become hot. These temperature rises do not pose any problems in terms of performance or quality. Overcurrent error message appears ●● The connected USB device may cause this error. Remove the device and turn the TV off with Mains Power On / Off switch, then turn it on again. ●● Check foreign objects are not inside the USB port. An error message appears ●● Follow the message’s instructions. ●● If the problem persists, contact your local Panasonic dealer or the authorised service centre. LED does not turn to red in Standby mode ●● LED turns to orange in Standby mode in the following conditions: – Recording is in progress. – Timer Programming is set. – DLNA Server is set to On. – Powered On by Apps is set to On. - 333 - – Home Streaming is set to Always. – Powered On by Easy Mirroring is set to On. – TV Anywhere is set to On. When pushed with a finger, the display panel moves slightly and makes a noise ●● There is a little gap around the panel to prevent damage to the panel. This is not a malfunction. - 334 - Detailed information Support information about the application, optional devices, operation, etc. may be found on the following website. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/tv/ (English only) - 335 - Maintenance Care and Cleaning First, remove the mains plug from the mains socket. ■■Display panel, Cabinet, Pedestal Regular care: Gently wipe the surface of the display panel, cabinet, or pedestal by using a soft cloth to remove dirt or fingerprints. For stubborn dirt: (1) First clean the dust from the surface. (2) Dampen a soft cloth with clean water or diluted neutral detergent (1 part detergent to 100 parts water). (3) Wring out the cloth firmly. (Please note, do not let liquid enter the TV inside as it may lead to product failure.) (4) Carefully wipe moisten and wipe away the stubborn dirt. (5) Finally, wipe away all the moisture. = Caution = ●● Do not use a hard cloth or rub the surface too hard, otherwise this may cause scratches on the surface. ●● Take care not to subject the surfaces to insect repellent, solvent, thinner or other volatile substances. This may degrade surface quality or cause peeling of the paint. ●● The surface of the display panel is specially treated and may be easily damaged. Take care not to tap or scratch the surface with your fingernail or other hard objects. ●● Do not allow the cabinet and pedestal to make contact with a rubber or PVC substance for a long time. This may degrade surface quality. ■■Mains plug ●● Wipe the mains plug with a dry cloth at regular intervals. Moisture and dust may lead to fire or electrical shock. - 336 - ver.3.001
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Key Features
- 4K Ultra HD resolution for stunning picture quality
- HDR support for a wider range of colors and contrast
- Freeview Play for easy access to your favorite TV channels
- Smart TV platform with a wide range of apps
- Sleek design with a narrow bezel
- Easy-to-use interface
- Wide range of connectivity options
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Frequently Answers and Questions
What is the screen resolution of the Panasonic TX43FX650B?
The Panasonic TX43FX650B has a 4K Ultra HD resolution of 3840 x 2160 pixels.
Does the Panasonic TX43FX650B support HDR?
Yes, the Panasonic TX43FX650B supports HDR10 and HLG HDR formats.
Which smart TV platform does the Panasonic TX43FX650B use?
The Panasonic TX43FX650B uses the My Home Screen smart TV platform.
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