Panasonic HDC-SD5 Operating Instructions Manual page 10

Before using
Using the remote control for the TV for playback
If you connect this unit to a Panasonic TV (VIERA) compatible with VIERA Link (HDAVI Control
with a HDMI cable (optional) B, you can use the remote control for the TV for playback. Refer to the
operating instructions of the TV for details.
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ª What is the VIERA Link?
≥ This function allows you to use your VIERA remote control for easy operations when this unit has
been connected to a VIERA Link compatible TV using a HDMI cable (optional) for automatic linked
operations.
* Not all operations are possible.
≥ VIERA Link is a unique Panasonic function built on a HDMI control function using the standard HDMI
CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) specification. Linked operations with HDMI CEC compatible
devices made by other companies are not guaranteed.
≥ This unit is compatible with VIERA Link Ver.2. VIERA Link Ver.2 is the newest Panasonic version and
is also compatible with existing Panasonic VIERA Link devices. (As of February 2007)
ª Other linked operations
Turning the power off
If you turn the power off with the remote control for the TV, the power on this unit also turns off.
Automatic input switching
If you connect with a HDMI cable and then turn on the power on this unit, the input channel on the TV
automatically switches to this unit's screen. If the TV's power is in standby status, it will turn on
automatically (if [Set] has been selected for the TV's [Power on link] setting).
≥ Depending on HDMI terminal of the TV, the input channel may not switch automatically. In this case,
use the remote control for the TV to switch input. (For details on how to switch input, please read the
operating instructions for the TV.)
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