Panasonic PV-M2044 Operating Instructions Manual
Panasonic PV-M2044 Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic PV-M2044 Operating Instructions Manual

Color television

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Color Television
Operating
Instructions
Read these instructions
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before operating
this set.
Contents
subject to change without notice or obligation.
Printed ,n U.S.A.
TQE2A0821

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  • Page 1 Panasonic+ i,m_ _rr _nlr ..Color Television Operating Instructions Read these instructions completely before operating this set. Contents subject to change without notice or obligation. TQE2A0821 Printed ,n U.S.A.
  • Page 2: Safety Instructions

    Safety Instructions CAUTION CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock do not remove cover or back. No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. ]-he lightning flash with ar- The exclamation point within that parts inside the product ating and servicing instruc- row-head...
  • Page 3: Specifications

    14. Ifanoutside antenna _s connected t othetelevision e quipment, besuretheantenna system isgrounded s oastoprovide someprotection a gainst voltage surges andbuiltupstatic charges. IntheU.S. S ection 810oftheNational Electrical Code andinCanada Part1oftheCanadian E lectrical Codeprovides i nformation w ithrespect t oproper g rounding o fthemast andsupporting s tructure, grounding of the lead-inwireto an antenna discharge unit,sizeof grounding conductors, location ofantenna-discharge unit,connection t ogrounding e lectrodes, andrequirements forthegrounding e lectrode.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Introduction Congratulations on Your New Purchase Your l tew video col HI J Ot_entfeatures an all solid state chassis which is designed to give you many years of enjoyment. It was thoroughly tested and adjusted at the factory for best performance. In order for you to take full advantage of your new video component, please read and follow the installation and operating instructions supplied with this product.
  • Page 5: Installation

    Installation Location Locate for comfortable vbewing. Avoid placing where sunlight or other bright light (including reflections) will fall on the screen. Adequate ventilation is essential to prevent internal component failure. Keep away from areas of excessive heat or moisture. Do not position magnetic equipment (motors, fans, other speakers, etc.) nearby. Optional External Equipment Connections...
  • Page 6: Antenna/Cable Connections

    Antenna/Cable Connections Antenna Connection - For proper reception ot VHF/UHI- channels an external antenna is required. For best reception an outdoor antenna is recommended. Antenna Mode must be set to TV. (Refer to Antenna Mode section.) Indoor Outdoor Incoming Cable From Home Antenna (75 Ohm) Typical VHF/UHF Antenna VHF/UHF...
  • Page 7: Location Of Controls

    Location of Controls -" POWER © MULTI © c_--® ® ® © [® ® @'l Front Control Panel ACTION TV/VIDEO TIMER _,_,/ POWER • VOL I_ ® ® _® ® ® RECALL1 I..I (_11 vc. , v. POWER RECORD CHANNEL Timer Indicator Remote Control...
  • Page 8: Control Operation

    Control Operation Power Channel Change- (Twooptions) - Press the POWI-H button to turn ON. Press again to turn OFF. Option 1. POWER Press the CHANNEL (CH) UP or DOWN button to sequentially scan through programmed channels (while On Screen Menus are not displayed). Located On Remote Control Selects Next Higher Channel...
  • Page 9: Tv/Video Button

    Multi Button TV/Video Press the 1 V/VIDEO button to select The MULTI button can be programmed to operate desired input. up to 6 Remote function buttons at the same time. For Example: TV Power/On, VCR Power/On (selected brands) can be operated at the same time with one TV/VIDEO press of the MULTI button.
  • Page 10: Main Menu (Icons)

    Main Menu (Icons) ]--_I EXITII ,_T I[-_ r_--] IP'CTUREII AUD'OI_ I-'_1 GAME I C.ANNE' I GUARDI CAPTONI _ I T,MER I ISET-UPI Located On Remote Control Selects Desired Feature When Menu is Displayed Selects or Adjusts Features When Menu is Displayed ACTION Displays and Exits Menus Press the ACTION button to display the Main Menu with Icons.
  • Page 11: Picture Adjustments

    Picture Adjustments Video NR (Noise Reduction)-Thisfeature reduces video noise (snow in picture) due to weak • Picture Norm signal. • Color • Tint Press the ACTION button to display the Main Menu. • Brightness Press the CH DOWN button to select the Picture •...
  • Page 12: Game Guard

    Game Guard Game Guard (Lockout) Prevents video games and other video sources from being viewed. Channel 3, 4 and all video inputs are locked out for 12, 24 or 48 hours. ACTION NOTE: Be sure to understand this feature before attempting its use.
  • Page 13: Game Guard (Unlock)

    Game Guard (Unlock) To unlock the Game Guard feature, repeat steps 1 through 3. Enter the same 3 digit code previously used in step 5 with Remote Control Keyboard. LOCK ACTIVATED ENTER CODE TO CHANGE SETTING Enter Same 3 Digit Code Previously Used GAME GUARD UNLOCKED If 3 Digit Code Is The Same...
  • Page 14: Timer Features

    Timer Features Sleep Timer- This feature is used for automatic turn off in 30, 60 or 90 minutes. • Sleep Timer • Program Timer NOTE: Display will flash 3, 2 and 1 to indicate the last three remaining minutes prior to turn off. The Recall display will also appear.
  • Page 15: Program Timer

    Program Timer Program Timer This feature is capable of turning the TV on, tuned to a desired channel and off at a predetermined time (one day or everyday). NOTE: The clock must be set for this feature to operate. ACTION (Refer to the Set-Up Menu to set time.) Press the ACTION button to display the Main Menu.
  • Page 16: Set-Up Features

    Set-Up Features Menu The Main Menu can be displayed in two formats. Icon with Text or Icon without Text for those • Menu familiar with the Icon system. • CC (ClosedCaption) on Mute • Set Time Press the ACTION button to display the Main Menu. •...
  • Page 17: Cc (Closed Caption) On Mute

    Closed Caption with Mute Button Mute Activates the On Screen Closed Captioning when the MUTE button on the Remote Control is pressed. To deactivate press the MUTE button again. ACTION NOTE: This feature only functions when the Close Cap- tion Mode is in the "OFF" position. The program being viewed must be broadcast with Closed Caption.
  • Page 18: Set Time (Clock)

    Set Time (Clock) Set Ti me - Clock (when set) willdisplay on screen at initial "Turn On", after a channel change and when pressing the RECALL button. The time must be set first in order to operate the Program ON/OFF Timer. ACTION Press the ACTION button to display the Main Menu.
  • Page 19: Antenna Tuning Mode

    Antenna Mode TV or Cable Tuning Mode ]he proper Input mode must be selected for the type of signal at the antenna input. • TV mode is used when the Receiver is not connected ACTION to a cable TV system, for example when using a VHF/UHF antenna (channels 02 - 69).
  • Page 20: Auto Programming

    Auto Programming Auto Program - This feature allows you to place all channels with a video signal into Channel Scan Memory. Press the CHANNEL (CH) UP or DOWN button and only those channels with a signal will be ac- cessed. ACTION Press the ACTION button to display the Main Menu.
  • Page 21: Manual Programming

    Manual Program Manual Programming This feature allows you to select which channels are placed into Channel Scan Memory. Press the CHANNEL (CH) UP or DOWN button and only those channels will be accessed. ACTION Press the ACTION button to display the Main Menu. Press the CH DOWN and VOL RIGHT buttons to select the Set-Up Icon.
  • Page 22: Closed Caption Mode

    Closed Caption Mode ICCJ Mode This Receiver has a built in decoder that provides a visual depiction of the audio portion of a television program in the form of written words across the screen AL;I IUN (White or Colored letters on a black background). allows the viewer to read the dialogue of a television program or other information.
  • Page 23: Channel Caption (Station Identifier)

    Channel Caption Channel Caption (Station Identifier) This feature allows you to enter the call names of up to 30 stations into memory (using up to 4 characters for each station). The call name will then display along with the channel number when changing channels or pressing ACTION RECALL.
  • Page 24: Audio Adjustments

    Bass, Treble & Balance Adjustment Audio Adjustment Press the ACTION button to display the Main Menu. • Audio Norm • Bass Press the CH DOWN and VOL RIGHT buttons to • Treble select the Audio Icon. • Balance Press the ACTION button to display the Audio •...
  • Page 25: Audio Mode Selection (Stereo/Sap/Mono)

    Audio Mode Selection Stereo/Sap/Mono When Audio is broadcast in Steleo ol SAP an ON Screen display will appear on initial "Turn On" and "Channel Change". available choices will be indicated in red. ACTION Press the ACTION button to display the Main Menu. Press the CH DOWN and VOL RIGHT buttons to select the Audio Icon.
  • Page 26: [Tv] Speaker

    Speaker [TV] Speaker - This feature is used to turn the internal speakers "ON" or "OFF", when the Receiver is connected to an External Audio Amplifier. ACIION Press the ACTION button to display the Main Menu. Press the CH DOWN and VOL RIGHT buttons to select the Audio Icon.
  • Page 27: Video Input

    Video Input Video Input - ]-his feature is used to select I V or one of two Video Inputs. Press the ACTION button to display the Main Menu. ACTION Press the VOL RIGHT button to select the Input Icon. Press the ACTION button to display the Input Select Menu.
  • Page 28: Programming The Universal Remote Control

    Programming The Universal Remote Control Preferred Procedure - Code Known Programming Universal Remote Using In- fra-Red Access Codes for VCRs POWER • Determine brand of VCR. • Identify code(s) associated with the brand in the MULTI infra-red code index for VCRs (located in this manual).
  • Page 29: Vcr Programming Codes

    NOTE: Enter two digit code using Universal Remote Keyboard "0 through 9" buttons. Infra-Red Code Index For VCRs VCR Brand Code(s) VCR Brand Code(s) Audio Dynamics 14, 16 02, 14, 16, 30 Broksonic Panasonic 00, 01 Canon 00, 01 Pentax Citizen Philco 00, 29 Craig Philips 00, 29...
  • Page 30: Optional Equipment Connection & Operation

    Optional Equipment Connection and Operation 1-o Audio AMP Connection (Stereo) TERMINALS ON BACK OF RECEIVER S-VIDEO v,o_o® ® r_® ® AM,..o.ux,,ar.,nput I u -.."-_. I AUDIO L.® ® F ..::.:'1 INPUT • To Audio AMP Connect to an external audio amp auxiliary input for monitoring sound through a stereo system. NOTE: "TO AUDIO AMP"...
  • Page 31: S-Video Connection

    S-Video Connection VCR or VIDEO DISC I I-HMINAL_ BACK HLL, ILIVLH .... VL;H 5-VIDI=O (Y_.) CONNECTOR OPTIONAL S-VIDEO@, S-VIDEO ®, v,o_o® ® VIDEO >r_® ® ®_l-_o,oo,o AUDIO OUT >L.® ® ®._ AUDIO INPUT m i .... TERMINALS BACK OF VCR Operation Connect S-Video (YC) connector to S-Video Terminals.
  • Page 32: Troubleshooting Chart

    PRESET STATE FEATURE FACTORY PRESET STATE POWER SLEEP TIMER CLOCK NOT SET TIMER Matsushita Electric Panasonic Company (West) Panasonic Sales Company Panasonic Company Division of Matsushita Electric of America of Canada Limited Division of Matsushita Electric Division of Matsushita Electric 5770 Ambler Drive of Puerto Rico, Inc.

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