Panasonic Viera TH-L32X50Z Operating Instructions Manual

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Page 1 Model No. TH-L32X50Z Operating Instructions LED TV Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product. Please read these instructions before operating your set and retain them for future reference. The images shown in this manual are for illustrative purposes only. English TQB4GC0846-1 01_TH-L32X50Z_en_qsg.indd 1...
Page 2 Digital Living Network Inc., used under license Alliance. therefrom. VIERA Link™ is a trademark Manufactured under license of Panasonic Corporation. from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D HDAVI Control™ is a symbol are trademarks of trademark of Panasonic Dolby Laboratories.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Transport only in upright position Panasonic does not guarantee operation and performance Be Sure to Read of peripheral devices made by other manufacturers; and we disclaim any liability or damage arising from operation and/ or performance from usage of such other maker’s peripheral Safety Precautions ·······································4...
Page 4: Safety Precautions
Using an unapproved pedestal or other fixtures may make the TV unstable, risking injury. Be sure to ask or other open flames your local Panasonic dealer to perform setup. ● Use approved pedestals (p. 7) / wall-hanging brackets away from this product (p.
Page 5: Display Panel
Important Installation Notices Install the TV on a stable surface Do not apply strong force or impact to the If a television is not positioned in a sufficiently stable display panel location, it can be potentially hazardous due to falling. ●...
Page 6: Accessories / Options
Warning ● Failure to use a Panasonic bracket or choosing to mount the unit yourself will be done at the risk of the consumer. Always be sure to ask a qualified technician to carry out set up. Incorrect fitting may cause equipment to fall, resulting in injury and product damage. Any damage resulting from not having a professional installer mount your unit will void your warranty.
Page 7 Do not use the pedestal if it becomes warped or physically damaged. ● If you use the pedestal while it is physically damaged, personal injury may result. Contact your local Panasonic dealer immediately. During set-up, make sure that all screws are securely tightened.
Page 8 Preventing the TV from falling over This TV could fall over if it is pushed, pulled or knocked down. We therefore recommend the TV is secured to the furniture as illustrated. ● This measure is designed to reduce the risk of injury from a falling TV. However, it cannot guarantee protection in all cases.
Page 9: Identifying Controls
Identifying Controls Remote Control [VIERA Link Menu] (p. 57) ● Accesses VIERA Link Menu POWER INPUT SD CARD ● Confirms selections and choices MENU SURROUND ASPECT ● Press after selecting channel positions to quickly change programme INFO EXIT [Option Menu] (p.
Page 10 Indicator / Control panel Function select ● [Volume] / [Contrast] / [Brightness] / [Colour] / [Sharpness] / [Tint] (NTSC signal) / [Bass]  / [Treble]  / [Balance] / [Digital TV Auto Tuning] / [Analogue TV Auto Tuning]  [Music] or [Speech] mode in the Sound Menu Channel Up / Down, Value change (when using the F button), Switching the TV on Changes the input mode...
Page 11: Basic Connection
Basic Connection External equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this TV. Please ensure that the unit is disconnected from the mains socket before attaching or disconnecting any leads. Terminals USB 2 (p. 39, 62) SD Card slot (p. 39) HDMI 3 (p.
Page 12 Note ● Keep RF (antenna) cable away from the mains lead to avoid and minimise mains interference pickup. ● Do not place the RF cable under the TV. ● ● To obtain optimum quality picture and sound, an aerial, the correct cable (75  coaxial), and the correct terminating ●...
Page 13 Network To enable the network service functions, you need to connect the TV to a network environment. ● Prepare the network environment for wired connection or wireless connection. ● Setup of the network connection will start after the tuning (when first using the TV). (p.
Page 14: Auto Tuning
Auto Tuning Auto Tuning Search and store TV channels automatically. ● ● These steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed by your local dealer. ● Plug the TV into mains socket and switch On ● ● You can now use the remote control to turn On the TV or switch the TV to Standby mode.
Page 15 Setup the wireless LAN connection Setup the wireless LAN connection to enable the network service functions. ● To setup the wireless LAN connection, the wireless LAN Adaptor (optional accessory) is required. For the information about the Wireless LAN adaptor “Optional accessories” (p. 6) ●...
Page 16: Select A Channel
Watching TV Turn power on ● Mains power On / Off switch should be POWER On. (p. 10) INPUT MENU ASPECT Select Digital TV or Analogue TV mode INFO EXIT The selected mode is displayed. Digital TV ● It is also possible to select the mode pressing the TV button repeatedly on the TV.
Page 17: Display Information Banner
Display Information banner Display Information banner INFO ● Also appears when changing a channel Digital TV mode Current time Channel position and name 1 BBC ONE WALES 23:35 All Digital Channels Programme Select favourites Coronation Street Software update 23:00 - 23:55 Rating: PGR Bad Signal (or Encrypted)
Page 18: Last View
Display the selectable settings for the current programme Check or change the current Change programme status instantly select OPTION change ■ [Video Selection] (Digital TV mode) Allows you to select the image (if available) [Audio Selection / AD] (Digital TV mode) Allows you to select between alternative languages for sound tracks (if available) [Dual Audio] (Digital TV mode) Allows you select stereo / monaural...
Page 19 Change aspect ratio Enjoy viewing the image at its optimum size and aspect. Press repeatedly until you reach the desired mode ASPECT ■ You can also change the aspect mode using the Aspect Selection list Display the Aspect Selection list While the list is displayed, select the mode ASPECT select...
Page 20: Using The Freeview Guide (Digital Tv Mode)
Using the Freeview Guide (Digital TV mode) Using the Freeview Guide enables you to select a programme easily, view programme information, etc. The Freeview Guide - Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) provides an on screen listing of the programmes currently broadcast and the future broadcasts over the next seven days (depending on the broadcasters). View the Freeview Guide In F Each time pressed, the screen will be switched between the Freeview Guide Listing and...
Page 21: Viewing Teletext
Viewing Teletext Teletext services are the text information provided by the broadcasters. The features may vary depending on the broadcasters. What is FASTEXT mode? In FASTEXT mode, four differently coloured subjects are situated at the bottom of the screen. To access more information about one of these subjects, press the appropriately coloured button.
Page 22: Store Frequently Viewed Pages
View in multi window Watch TV and Teletext in two windows at once MENU ● Select Picture and text (press twice) On or Off ● Operations can be made only in Teletext screen. FULL / TOP / BOTTOM (TOP) (BOTTOM) Normal (FULL) MENU (Expand the BOTTOM half)
Page 23: Watching External Inputs
Watching External Inputs Connect the external equipment (VCRs, DVD equipment, PC, etc.) and you can watch through the input. ● To connect the equipment (p. 11 - 13, 60 - 62) Display the input selection menu INPUT Select the input mode connected to the equipment Example (AV2) select...
Page 24: How To Use Viera Tools
How to Use VIERA TOOLS You can access some special features easily by using the VIERA TOOLS function. Display icons of the feature Select a feature EXIT select access (example) VIERA Link Follow the operations of each feature [VIERA Link] “VIERA Link Control”...
Page 25: How To Use The Menu Functions
How to Use the Menu Functions Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions. Display the menu ● Displays the functions that can be set (varies according to the input signal) MENU Select the menu EXIT select Main Menu...
Page 26: Menu List
Menu list Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Basic picture mode In each Viewing Mode and input, [Backlight], [Contrast], [Brightness], [Colour], [Sharpness], [Tint], [Colour Balance], [Vivid Colour], [Eco Mode], [P-NR] and [3D-COMB] can be adjusted and stored to suit your particular viewing requirement.
Page 27 Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) R-Gain Adjusts the white balance of bright red area G-Gain Adjusts the white balance of bright green area B-Gain Adjusts the white balance of bright blue area R-Cutoff Adjusts the white balance of dark red area G-Cutoff Adjusts the white balance of dark green area B-Cutoff...
Page 28 Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Auto Gain Control Adjusts the current volume level if it is extremely different from the • Off previous viewed channel or input mode • On Volume Correction Adjusts the volume of an individual channel or input mode Adjusts the low frequency sound ●...
Page 29 Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Switches to a wide view ● VGA (640 × 480 pixels), WVGA (852 × 480 pixels), Input Resolution XGA (1,024 × 768 pixels), WXGA (1,280 × 768 pixels, 1,366 × 768 pixels) ● Options change depending on signals Clock Sets to the minimum level if noise occurs.
Page 30 Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Teletext • FASTEXT Teletext display mode (p. 21) • List Preferred Subtitles • English / Maori / French / German / Italian/ Selects the preferred language for Digital TV subtitles (depending on the Spanish / Korean / broadcaster) Chinese-Mandarin / Chinese-Cantonese /...
Page 31: Tuning And Editing Channels
Tuning and Editing Channels You can Auto tune, list your favourite channels, skip unwanted channels, etc. Preparations: Select Digital TV or Display the menu Select [Setup] INPUT Analogue TV MENU MENU EXIT ● The selected mode is displayed on the screen (p. 16). ■...
Page 32: Favourites Edit
Digital TV Tuning Menu [Favourites Edit] - List favourite channels Create your favourite channel lists (Favourites) from various broadcasters (up to 4: [Favourites]1 to 4). The Favourites lists are available from the Information banner (p. 17). Select a channel to list Add it to the Favourites list Store select...
Page 33: Update Channel List
[Auto Tuning] - Set all Digital TV channels automatically Start Auto Tuning Settings are made automatically Automatically retune Digital TV Auto Tuning Digital TV Auto Tuning Analogue Scan Scan CH21 all Digital TV channels This will take about 3 minutes. received in the area.
Page 34 Analogue TV Tuning Menu [Channel List] - Skip unwanted channels / Edit Channels (Change name, Move) You can hide unwanted channels. The hidden channels cannot be displayed except in this function. Use this function to skip unwanted channels. Select a channel and reveal / hide select Analogue TV Channel List ●...
Page 35: Child Lock
Child Lock You can lock specific channels / AV input terminals and control who watches them. When the locked channel / input is selected, a message appears; by entering the PIN number, you can watch it. MENU Preparations: Display the menu Select [Setup] EXIT MENU...
Page 36: Input Labels
Input Labels For easier identification and selection of the input mode, you can label each input mode or skip terminals that are not connected to any equipment. ● To select the input mode (p. 23) Preparations: Display the menu Select [Setup] MENU MENU EXIT...
Page 37: Shipping Condition (Reset Settings)
Shipping Condition (Reset settings) Resets the TV to its original condition, i.e. no channels tuned in. All settings are reset (channels, picture, sound settings, etc.). Preparations: Display the menu Select [Setup] MENU MENU EXIT Select [System Menu] select Setup Menu Off Timer Eco Navigation access...
Page 38: Updating The Tv Software
Updating the TV Software From time to time, a new version of software may become available for download to enhance the performance or operations of the TV. If there is an update available, a notification banner is displayed when the channel has the update information. EXIT ●...
Page 39: Using Media Player
Using Media Player Media Player allows you to enjoy photo, video or music recorded on an SD Card and a USB Flash Memory. VIERA IMAGE VIEWER is the function of the easy viewing for photos or videos recorded on an SD Card on the TV screen by simply inserting into the SD Card slot.
Page 40 Starting Media Player Insert the SD Card or USB Flash Memory (p. 39) When the SD Card is inserted, switching to Media Player will be done automatically. Switch to Media Player Select the icon you want to access SD CARD MENU ASPECT Media Player...
Page 41 Photo mode Supported file format (p. 66) The thumbnail of all the photos in the SD Card or USB Flash Memory will be displayed. Example : Thumbnail - [All photos] ● To change the number of photos on a thumbnail All photos Media Player Photo...
Page 42 [Single view] - Photos are displayed one at a time. Select the file from the thumbnail of photos to be viewed select access Example : ● To display / hide the operation ● To operate Single view Single view guide To the previous photo INFO Slideshow...
Page 43 Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Selects the indication frame of the slideshow [Off] / [Multi] / [Collage] / [Drift (+ calendar)] / [Drift] / [Gallery (+ calendar)] / [Gallery] / [Cinema] [Multi]: 9 division display like tiled design [Collage]: A photo is displayed at a random position and at a random scale. [Drift (+ calendar) / Drift]: Photos are displayed like flow images.
Page 44: Change The Contents
■ Change the contents You can switch to the other mode of Media Player from the thumbnail view. While the thumbnail is Select the contents displayed, display the All photos Media Player Photo contents selection select access [Photo] “Photo mode” (p. 41) Contents Select [Video] “Video mode”...
Page 45: Video Setup
■ How to operate playback Example : Playback ● ● To display / hide the operation guide and To change aspect 02/10/2010 11:21 00:15:39 00:02:05 information banner ASPECT INFO ● To the previous title / scene ● To operate playback Rewind EXIT RETURN...
Page 46: Audio Output Settings
Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Allows you to select between selectable sound tracks (if available) Audio Selection ● It may take several seconds to change the sound. Turn the subtitle on / off and select subtitle file (if available) Subtitle [Off] / [Subtitle 1] (/ [Subtitle 2] ...) Selects the font type, if the subtitles text are not displayed correctly.
Page 47: Music Setup
Music mode Supported file format (p. 67) The thumbnail of music folders in the SD Card or USB Flash Memory will be displayed. Example : Thumbnail - [Folder view] ● To display the information of the highlighted folder Folder view Media Player Music INFO...
Page 48: Using Network Services
Using Network Services DLNA ● ® ● 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. It allows you to share photos, videos and music stored in a DLNA Certified media server (for example, PC with Windows 7 installed (with suitable CODEC pack plug-in), DIGA Recorder, etc.) connected to your home network, and enjoy them on the TV.
Page 49 Network connections To use only DLNA features, you can operate the features without a Broadband network environment. ● Set up and connect any equipment required for the network environment. ● Required speed (effective): at least 1.5 Mbps for SD and 6 Mbps for HD picture quality, respectively. If the transfer speed is not enough, contents may not be played back properly.
Page 50 [Network Setup] ● Ensure the connections are completed before starting Network Setup. “Network connections” (p. 49) Preparations: Display the menu Select [Setup] MENU MENU EXIT Select [Network Setup] select Setup Menu Off Timer Eco Navigation access Child Lock RETURN ● Digital TV Tuning Menu Display Settings VIERA Link Settings...
Page 51 Select [Connection Test] and access to test select Network Setup Connection Test Access Network Type Wired access Access Point Settings IP/DNS Settings ● Performs automatic testing of the network connection for the TV. (It takes MAC Address 12-34-56-78-9a-bc a while to test.) Connection Test : succeeded Check network cable connection.
Page 52 Using DLNA ® features ● Ensure the preparation of the media server, network connections and network settings are completed. “Media server” (p. 48), “Network connections” (p. 49), “Network Setup” (p. 50 - 51) Display icons of the feature Select [Media Server] Single MENU ASPECT...
Page 53 For photo file [Single view] - Displayed one at a time INFO Single view ● To display / hide the operation guide ● To operate Single view To the previous photo Single view To the next photo EXIT Slideshow Select RETURN Stop (return to list) Stop...
Page 54: Audio Output Settings (For Video Contents)
Photo Setup (for photo contents) Setup the settings for Photo. Display the Select [Slideshow Settings] Select the items and set option menu select select Option Menu Slideshow Settings OPTION Transition Effect Fade Slideshow Settings change Video Setup Interval 5 seconds access Music Setup Repeat...
Page 55: Viera Link Functions
HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control), is a unique function that we have developed and added. As such, its operation with other manufacturers’ equipment that supports HDMI CEC cannot be guaranteed. ● Please refer to individual manuals for the external equipment. About applicable Panasonic equipment, consult your local Panasonic dealer. Summary of features...
Page 56: Easy Playback
RCA cable for audio output from the TV. ● Use a fully wired HDMI compliant cable. Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilised. ● The recommended Panasonic’s HDMI cable part number: ● RP-CDHS15 (1.5 m) RP-CDHS30 (3.0 m) RP-CDHS50 (5.0 m)
Page 57: Pause Live Tv
Features available (Using VIERA Link Menu) [Pause Live TV] You can pause the live TV programme and resume later. Live TV programmes will be recorded on HDD of the connected DIGA Recorder. ● This function is available with a DIGA Recorder which has HDD. ●...
Page 58 [VIERA Link Control] - Operate the connected equipment with VIERA remote control You can control some functions of the connected equipment with this TV remote control by pointing at the TV’s signal receiver. ● ● If you cannot operate, check the settings and the equipment “Summary of features”, “Connection”, “Preparations”...
Page 59 [Speaker Selection] - Speaker control You can control the theatre speaker with this TV remote control by pointing at the TV’s signal receiver. ● If you cannot operate, check the settings and the equipment “Summary of features”, “Connection”, “Preparations” (p. 55 - 56) Access and control the speaker volume Display [VIERA Link Menu] Select [Speaker Selection]...
Page 60: External Equipment
External Equipment These diagrams show our recommendations for connection of your TV to various pieces of equipment. For other connections, consult the instructions for each piece of equipment, the table below, and the specifications (p. 74). Types of connectable equipment to each terminal Terminal AV1 IN AV2 IN...
Page 61 To play back Aerial RF cable Fully wired HDMI compliant cable  DVD Recorder  : Only for DVD Recorder HDMI equipment Recorder / Player Fully wired HDMI compliant cable Rear of the TV ● HDMI connection (p. 55, 64) To watch DVDs (Listening) DVD Player...
Page 62 USB devices USB cable Camcorder / HDMI equipment Fully wired HDMI compliant cable Camcorder, etc. AUDIO VIDEO RED WHITE YELLOW Camcorder / Game equipment (Viewing) yellow yellow (Listening) white white Rear of the TV Camcorder, etc. Headphones (M3 stereo mini plug) ●...
Page 63: Technical Information
Technical Information Channel Allocation (Analogue TV mode) CH Display / Receive Channel CH 1 - CH 11 CH 21 - CH 70 CH 74 - CH 78 CH 80 - CH 120 Rating (Digital TV mode) Meaning Rating No Block Not classified General Parental Guidance Recommended...
Page 64: Dvi Connection
HDMI connection HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) is the world’s first complete digital consumer AV interface complying with a non-compression standard. HDMI allows you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality sound by connecting the TV and the equipment. HDMI-compatible equipment  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 an HDMI compliant (fully wired) cable.
Page 65 Input signal that can be displayed COMPONENT (Y, P ), HDMI Mark: Applicable input signal Signal name COMPONENT HDMI 525 (480) / 60i 525 (480) / 60p 625 (576) / 50i 625 (576) / 50p 750 (720) / 60p 750 (720) / 50p 1,125 (1,080) / 60i 1,125 (1,080) / 50i 1,125 (1,080) / 60p...
Page 66 ● Back up the recorded data at regular intervals in case of deteriorated or damaged data or erratic operation of the TV. (Panasonic is not liable for any deterioration or damage of recorded data.) USB Flash Memory...
Page 67 .mp4 H.264 BP/MP/HP – Dolby Digital .mov MotionJPEG ● This TV supports Motion JPEG H.264 BP/MP/HP TWOS recorded by Panasonic LUMIX SOWT Camera. ● Some files may not be played Dolby Digital back depending on these LPCM recording condition. ●...
Page 68 DivX DivX Certified to play DivX video up to 1080p HD including premium content. ® ® ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX is a digital video format created by DivX, LLC, a subsidiary of Rovi Corporation. This is an official DivX Certified ®...
Page 69 USB Flash Memory + USB Keyboard • Wireless LAN Adaptor + USB Keyboard • Note ● Additional information for USB devices may be on the following web site. (English only) http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/tv/ th-l32x50z_book.indb 69 th-l32x50z_book.indb 69 2/27/2012 3:10:16 PM 2/27/2012 3:10:16 PM...
Page 70: Faqs
Each one of these dots is precisely controlled by the electronics of the TV to produce the picture. Whilst Panasonic maintains the highest standards in manufacturing technology and processes in the construction of these panels, there are a number of allowable pixel/subpixel failures that still allow the panel to be defined as a good panel.
Page 71 Problem Causes / Actions ● Check the LAN cable or wireless LAN is connected properly. (p. 49) ● Check the connections and settings. (p. 49 - 51) Cannot connect to the ● Check the network equipment and network environment. network ●...
Page 72 Check foreign objects are not inside the USB port. ● Follow the message’s instructions. An error message appears ● If the problem persists, contact your local Panasonic dealer or the authorised service centre. th-l32x50z_book.indb 72 th-l32x50z_book.indb 72 2/27/2012 3:10:17 PM...
Page 73: Maintenance
Maintenance First, remove the mains plug from the socket outlet. Display panel, Cabinet, Pedestal Regular care: For stubborn dirt: Gently wipe the surface of the display panel, First clean the dust on the surface. Dampen a soft cloth with cabinet, or pedestal by using a soft cloth to clean the clean water or diluted neutral detergent (1 part detergent to 100 dirt or fingerprints.
Page 74: Specifications
Specifications Model No. TH-L32X50Z Power rating AC 220-240 V, 50 / 60 Hz 0.55 A Normal (Home) mode 70 W Standby condition 0.25 W Panel system IPS LED backlight Liquid Crystal Display Visible screen size 80 cm / 32 inches (diagonal) Number of pixels 1,049,080 (1,366 (W) ×...
Page 75: Warranty
WARRANTY - New Zealand only NEW ZEALAND Distributed in New Zealand by Panasonic New Zealand Limited 350 Te Irirangi Drive East Tamaki, Private Bag 14911, Panmure Auckland Tel. 09 272 0100 Customer Care Center Email: Customerservice@nz.panasonic.com www.panasonic.co.nz th-l32x50z_book.indb 75 th-l32x50z_book.indb 75...
Page 76 Warranty Service purposes. Model Number Serial Number F0112-0312-3 Web Site: http://panasonic.net © Panasonic Corporation 2012 Printed in Malaysia 05_TH-L32X50Z_en_ext_tech.indd 76 05_TH-L32X50Z_en_ext_tech.indd 76 3/20/2012 10:08:31 AM...

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