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Panasonic Viera TX-P50VT20BA Operating Instructions Manual

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Model No.
TX-P50VT20BA
Operating Instructions
Plasma Television
Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product.
Please read these instructions carefully before operating this product and retain them for future reference.
The images shown in this manual are for illustrative purposes only.
"B" or "B ∗ " model no. suffix denotes UK model.
U.K. Standard
English
TQB0E2051

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  • Page 1 TX-P50VT20BA Operating Instructions Plasma Television Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product. Please read these instructions carefully before operating this product and retain them for future reference. The images shown in this manual are for illustrative purposes only. “B” or “B ∗ ” model no. suffix denotes UK model.
  • Page 2 Features ■ 3D technology - Viewing 3D images on the Full HD panel You can enjoy viewing 3D images on this TV by wearing the 3D Eyewear. ■ FULL HD 3D FULL HD 3D is the technology for viewing 3D images on the Full HD panel. You can experience the ultimate of 3D images with realistic ambience and powerful depth.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ■ FULL HD This TV uses a high definition panel to produce high definition Contents pictures close to their original resolution. ■ HD TV 1080p This TV supports high definition TV signals. ■ Dolby Digital Plus decoder It is possible to decode Dolby Digital Plus audio track Be Sure to Read (multi-channel sound) and output as a Dolby Digital multi-channel sound signal from the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT...

  • Page 4: Safety Precautions (Warning / Caution)

    Safety Precautions Warning ■ Mains plug and lead To help avoid risk of electrical shock, fire, damage or injury, please follow the warnings below: ● This TV is designed to operate on AC 220-240 V, 50 / 60 Hz. ● Insert the mains plug fully into the socket outlet.
  • Page 5 Do not insert foreign objects into the TV through the air vents. ● Do not use an unapproved pedestal / mounting equipment. Be sure to ask your local Panasonic dealer to perform the setup or installation of approved wall-hanging brackets.

  • Page 6: Accessories / Options

    Accessories may not be placed all together. Take care not to throw them away unintentionally. Optional accessories Please contact your nearest Panasonic dealer to purchase the recommended optional accessories. For additional details, please refer to the manual of the optional accessories.

  • Page 7: Securing The Tv

    Do not use with any other TVs or displays. ● Do not use the pedestal if it becomes warped or physically damaged. If this occurs, contact your nearest Panasonic dealer immediately. ● During setup, make sure that all screws are securely tightened.

  • Page 8: Identifying Controls

    Identifying Controls Remote Control ■ Installing / removing remote’s batteries Pull Close open Note the correct Hook polarity (+ or -) Caution ● Incorrect installation may cause battery leakage and corrosion, resulting in damage to the remote control. ● Do not mix old and new batteries. ●...

  • Page 9: Auto Power Standby Function

    Remote control signal receiver ● Do not place any objects between the TV remote control signal receiver and remote control. C.A.T.S. (Contrast Automatic Tracking System) sensor ● Senses brightness to adjust picture quality when “C.A.T.S.” in the Picture Menu is set to “On” (p. 38) Power and Timer LED ●...

  • Page 10: 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. When disconnecting the mains lead, be absolutely sure to disconnect the mains plug at the socket outlet first.
  • Page 11 Example 2 Example 3 Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR and Player and Cable TV box TV, DVD Recorder / VCR and Player TV, DVD Recorder / VCR and Cable Rear of the TV Terrestrial Rear of the TV Terrestrial aerial aerial...

  • Page 12: Auto Setup

    Auto Setup Search and store TV channels automatically. ● These steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed by your local dealer. ● Please complete connections (p. 10 and p. 11) and settings (if necessary) of the connected equipment before starting Auto Setup.

  • Page 13: Setup The Wireless Lan Connection

    Setup the wireless LAN connection Setup the wireless LAN connection to enable the network service functions (p. 82). (If you do not wish to use wireless LAN connection or the network service functions, skip this step.) ● To setup the wireless LAN connection, use the Wireless LAN Adaptor (supplied). For the information about the Wireless LAN Adaptor “Wireless LAN Adaptor”...

  • Page 14: Input Owner Id

    Auto Setup Input Owner ID Please enter your own choice of PIN number, name, etc. to help the police Owner ID Please enter new PIN to crack crime. * * * ● Make a note of the PIN number in case you forget it. The PIN number cannot be reset.
  • Page 15 In this case, turn the TV Off with Mains power On / Off switch, then turn it On again. ● Additional information for Wireless LAN Adaptor and access point may be on the following web site. (English only) http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/tv/ If you connect the Wireless LAN Adaptor later on, the confirmation screen will be displayed for the setup. ●...

  • Page 16: Watching Tv

    Watching TV Turn power on (Press for about 1 second) ● Mains power On / Off switch should be On. (p. 9) INPUT MENU ASPECT Select the mode (freesat, DVB, Analogue or EXIT Other Sat.) watch TV Selection freesat select Analogue Displayed if Other Satellite BACK/...

  • Page 17: Display Information Banner

    ■ Other useful functions Hold HOLD Freeze / unfreeze picture Display Information banner Display Information banner ● Also appears when changing a channel Same programme available as HD broadcast ● For details, display the extra information Channel type Channel position and name if it is HDTV, Radio TV mode...

  • Page 18: Display Subtitles

    Watching TV ■ Other useful functions Display subtitles ● Subtitles may not be displayed properly in 3D images. ■ freesat, DVB or Other Sat. mode Display / hide subtitles (if available) STTL ● To change the language for DVB (if available) “Preferred Subtitles”...
  • Page 19 ■ Other useful functions Display the selectable settings for the current status OPTION Check or change the current ● status instantly To change change select Multi Audio / AD (freesat mode) Subtitle Language Allows you to select between alternative language (freesat, DVB or Other Sat.

  • Page 20: Using Tv Guide

    Using TV Guide 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 broadcasters). ● 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 the TV Guide is completely shown.

  • Page 21: View Tv Guide

    DVB or Analogue mode ● This TV supports the GUIDE Plus+ system. ● The Gemstar branding partner will supply the rating informations in the programme information and the recommended group in the Search list. ● DVB and Analogue channels are displayed on the same TV Guide screen. “D” means DVB channel and “A” means Analogue channel.
  • Page 22 Using TV Guide ■ Other useful functions Timer Programming (freesat or DVB mode) Timer Programming can remind you to watch a programme or record one on an external recorder or a USB HDD. Select the Select the function (Ext Rec., USB HDD Rec. or Reminder) forthcoming programme store...
  • Page 23 Guide link programming (Timer Programming from the TV Guide signal) 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 programming event will follow the change.
  • Page 24 Using TV Guide Other Sat. mode In Other Sat. mode, TV Guide is not available. In stead, Channel List will appear. ● To tune in Other Sat. Channels p. 55 Select Other Sat. p. 16 INPUT ASPECT MENU DIRECT TV REC EXIT Display the Channel List OPTION...

  • Page 25: Viewing Teletext

    Viewing Teletext You can enjoy news, weather forecasts and subtitles, etc. (depending on the broadcaster) ● The availability of teletext services for a programme is indicated by “TEXT” in the information banner. Information banner (p. 17) 1 BBC ONE Wales 20:35 All DVB Channels Select favourites...
  • Page 26 Viewing Teletext Analogue teletext Analogue teletext services Analogue 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 27 INDEX Return to the main index page INDEX Subtitles View a favourite page stored ● Factory setting is “P888” (subtitle service) on the blue button (List mode). STTL View in multi window Watch TV and Teletext in two windows at once ●...

  • Page 28: Watching External Inputs

    Watching External inputs Connect the external equipment (VCRs, DVD equipment, etc.) and you can watch through the AV input. ● To connect the equipment p. 11 and p. 100 The Remote Control is capable of operating some functions of selected external equipment. Turn the TV on ■...
  • Page 29 If the above information is permanently displayed on the top left of the screen, press the button to clear. Operating the equipment with the TV remote control The Panasonic equipment connected to the TV can be directly operated with the below buttons of this TV remote control. Selection Switch for operating the connected equipment Select “DVD/VCR”...

  • Page 30: Viewing 3D Images

    Viewing 3D images To view 3D contents or programmes in 3D effect (3 Dimensional) you must wear the supplied 3D Eyewear. This TV supports “Frame Sequential ∗ ”, “Side by Side ∗ ” and “Top and Bottom ∗ ” 3D formats. ∗...
  • Page 31 3D Eyewear 3D Eyewear set (2) ● TY-EW3D10E 3D Eyewear Support band ● BK103839 Nose pad A Nose pad B 3D Eyewear case ● ● NPA103821 NPB103834 ● Use either nose pad A or B for your preference. ● 3D Eyewear can be worn over vision correction glasses. ■...
  • Page 32 Viewing 3D images ■ Replacing the battery When the battery is running low, the indicator lamp flashes 5 times when turning the 3D Eyewear on. In this case, early battery replacement is recommended. ● Dispose of the old batteries in accordance with the waste disposal regulations in your local area. Loosen the screw and remove the battery cover using the supplied screwdriver Screwdriver (supplied)
  • Page 33 To view the 3D images To view the contents of the Frame Sequential format (ex. 3D-compatible Blu-ray Disc, etc.) with 3D effect Connect the 3D-compatible player via an HDMI cable (p. 11 and p. 100) and playback the contents. ● Use fully wired HDMI compliant cable.
  • Page 34 Viewing 3D images 3D Settings Change the 3D settings in the Setup Menu if 3D images are not displayed correctly. Display the menu INPUT MENU ASPECT MENU DIRECT TV REC EXIT Select “Setup” access Main Menu OPTION Picture Sound Setup select TEXT STTL INDEX HOLD Select “3D Settings”...
  • Page 35 ■ 3D Picture Display (2D / 3D) Sets the TV to 3D or 2D mode ● Select “2D” to view 3D picture in 2 dimensional without wearing the 3D Eyewear. ■ 3D Picture Format (Auto / Side by Side / Top and Bottom / Original) Selects 3D picture format to suit the format of the source signal ●...

  • Page 36: How To Use Viera Tools

    How to Use VIERA TOOLS You can access some special features easily by using the VIERA TOOLS function. ● For “VIERA Link Control” and “Pause Live TV” functions to operate correctly, ensure the connections and settings are completed. “Summary of Q-Link and VIERA Link features” (p. 92 and p. 93), “Preparations” (p. 95) After connection, turn the equipment on and then switch the TV on.

  • Page 37: How To Use Menu Functions

    How to Use Menu Functions Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions. Display the menu ● INPUT Displays the functions that can be set MENU (varies according to the input signal) ASPECT MENU DIRECT TV REC Select the menu EXIT...

  • Page 38: Menu List

    How to Use Menu Functions ■ Menu list Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Basic picture mode (Dynamic / Normal / Cinema / THX (True Cinema) / Game / Photo / Professional1 / Professional2) In each Viewing Mode, Contrast, Brightness, Colour, Sharpness, Tint, Colour Balance, Vivid Colour, C.A.T.S., P-NR and 3D-COMB can be adjusted and stored to suit your particular viewing requirement.
  • Page 39 Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Selects the basic sound mode (Music / Speech / User) ● The selected mode affects all input signals. Music: Improves sound quality for watching music videos, etc. Speech: Improves sound quality for watching news, drama, etc. ●...
  • Page 40 How to Use Menu Functions Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) 3D Settings Adjusts and sets to view 3D images (p. 34) Timer Programming Sets a timer to remind watching or record forthcoming programmes (p. 58) Sets the time until the TV automatically goes to Standby mode Off Timer (Off / 15 / 30 / 45 / 60 / 75 / 90 minutes) (p.
  • Page 41 Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Channel List Skips the unwanted Analogue channels or edits Analogue channels (p. 53) Auto Setup Automatically sets the Analogue channels received in the area (p. 47) Manual Tuning Sets the Analogue channels manually (p. 53) Favourites Edit Creates a list of favourite Other Satellite channels (p.
  • Page 42 How to Use Menu Functions Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Selects the language that your USB Keyboard supports ● USB Keyboard Use a USB Keyboard to enter characters in VIERA CAST (p. 91). ● Layout Characters may not be displayed correctly on the TV screen depending on the connected keyboard or the keyboard layout setting.
  • Page 43 ■ Overview (Picture, Sound) ● How to operate p. 37 Main Menu Picture Picture Menu Viewing Mode Dynamic Sound Contrast Brightness Setup Colour Sharpness Available in NTSC Tint Colour Balance Warm Not available when Vivid Colour Reversal Film Effect “Viewing Mode” is set to “THX (True Cinema)”...
  • Page 44 How to Use Menu Functions ■ 3D Settings Timer Programming USB HDD Remaining Capacity 500GB (50%) Wed 28.10.2009 10:46 Overview (Setup) Func t i on N o. C ha nn e l Na m e Date Start 3D Picture Display Ext Rec.
  • Page 45 Link Settings VIERA Link HDMI Content Detection Q-Link Sending Preset Data AV2 out Please wait! Standby Power Save 100% Intelligent Auto Standby On (No reminder) Q-Link Download Access Remote control unavailable (p. 40) (p. 40) Child Lock List - TV and AV Name Input Type...

  • Page 46: Retuning From Setup Menu

    Retuning from Setup Menu Auto Setup retunes all channels automatically. freesat channels Automatically retune all the freesat channels received in the area. ● Only freesat channels are retuned. ● All the previous tuning settings (Favourites Edit and Channel List, etc.) are erased. ●...
  • Page 47 DVB or Analogue channels Automatically retune all DVB or Analogue channels received in the area. ● Only DVB channels are retuned in DVB mode. ● Only Analogue channels are retuned in Analogue mode. ● All the previous tuning settings (Channel List, etc.) are erased. ●...

  • Page 48: Tuning And Editing Channels

    Tuning and Editing Channels (freesat) You can retune channels or make your favourite channel list, skip unwanted channels, etc. Select freesat p. 16 INPUT Display the menu MENU MENU EXIT Select “Setup” access BACK/ Main Menu RETURN Picture Sound Setup select Select “freesat Tuning Menu”...

  • Page 49: Favourites Edit

    List favourite freesat channels Favourites Edit Create your favourite channel list from various broadcasters. The freesat Favourites list is available from “Channel Genre” in the TV Guide (p. 20). Select a channel to list freesat Favourites Editor All freesat Channels Favourites BBC 1 Wales BBC 2 Wales...

  • Page 50: Channel Sorting By Region

    Tuning and Editing Channels (DVB) You can retune channels or make your favourite channel lists, skip unwanted channels, etc. Select DVB p. 16 INPUT Display the menu MENU MENU EXIT Select “Setup” access Main Menu Picture BACK/ Sound RETURN Setup select Select “DVB Tuning Menu”...
  • Page 51 List favourite DVB channels Favourites Edit Create your favourite channel lists from various broadcasters (up to 4: Favourites1 to 4). The DVB Favourites lists are available for switching in the Information banner (p. 17) and from “Category” in the TV Guide (p. 21). Select a channel to list DVB Favourites Editor All DVB Channels...

  • Page 52: Update Channel List

    Tuning and Editing Channels Update DVB channel automatically Update Channel List You can add new channels, delete removed channels, update channel name and position automatically to Channel List. ● DVB Update Channel List Channel List is updated while keeping your settings in Favourites Edit, Analogue Scan Progress CH 21...
  • Page 53 Skip unwanted Analogue channels, Edit Analogue channels Channel List You can hide unwanted Analogue channels. The hidden channels cannot be displayed except in this function. Use this function to skip unwanted channels. Select a channel and reveal / hide reveal / hide Analogue Channel List ●...
  • Page 54 Tuning and Editing Channels (Other Sat.) You can tune all receivable digital satellite channels or skip unwanted channels, etc. ● Some of Other Sat. functions may work to differing specifications (depending on the broadcasters). Select freesat or Other Sat. p. 16 INPUT Display the menu MENU...

  • Page 55: Add New Channels

    Set all receivable digital satellite channels Auto Setup Any receivable digital compliant satellite channels can be tuned. ● Only Other Sat. channels are retuned. ● All the previous tuning settings are erased. ● If a Child Lock PIN number (p. 60) has been set, it must be entered. Select the satellite ●...
  • Page 56 Tuning and Editing Channels List favourite Other Sat. channels Favourites Edit Create your favourite channel lists from various broadcasters (up to 4: Favourites1 to 4). The Other Sat. Favourites lists are available for switching in the Information banner (p. 17). Select a channel to list Other Sat.

  • Page 57: Shipping Condition

    Shipping Condition Resets the TV to its original condition with no channels tuned in. All settings other than “Owner ID” and “USB HDD registration” are reset (channels, picture, sound settings, etc.). Display the menu MENU MENU EXIT Select “Setup” access Main Menu Picture Sound...

  • Page 58: Timer Programming

    Timer Programming Timer Programming from Menu The Timer Programming menu allows you to choose programmes that you wish to remind watching or record to the external recorder or the USB HDD. At the correct time, the TV will tune to the correct channel automatically to record even if the TV is in Standby mode.
  • Page 59 Set timer programming event details Timer Programming Start making the settings Select the function (Ext Rec., USB HDD Rec. or Reminder) Ext Rec. / : to record the programme to the external recorder (Ext Rec.) or the USB HDD Rec. USB HDD (USB HDD Rec.) When the start time comes, the channel will be switched automatically select...

  • Page 60: 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. Display the menu MENU MENU EXIT Select “Setup”...
  • Page 61 Control channel audience Child Lock Enter the PIN number (4 digits) ● Enter the PIN number twice at first setting. Child Lock-PIN Entry ● Please enter new PIN Make a note of the PIN number in case you forget it. * * * pqrs wxyz...

  • Page 62: 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. 28 Display the menu MENU MENU EXIT Select “Setup”...

  • Page 63: Owner Id

    Owner ID Entry of the PIN number and personal information (your name, address and postcode). In the unfortunate event of theft, the Owner ID will help the Police to determine the owner. Display the menu MENU MENU EXIT Select “Setup” access Main Menu Picture...

  • Page 64: Using Common Interface

    Using Common Interface The Common Interface Module menu provides access to software contained on Common Interface (CI) Modules. This TV works only Pay TV modules complying with CI standard. ● This function is not available for BSkyB’s Sky channels. Caution ●...

  • Page 65: 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. In DVB mode, a notification banner will appear when one of the BBC channels is turned to if a new available software is found.

  • Page 66: Multi Window

    Multi Window Enjoy viewing the digital TV programme and external input (AV, COMPONENT or HDMI) at once. Display the menu MENU MENU Select “Picture” access Main Menu Picture Sound Setup select Select “Picture in Picture” access Picture Menu Picture in Picture Access Picture Display Reset...

  • Page 67: Displaying Pc Screen On Tv

    Displaying PC Screen on TV The screen of the PC connected to the TV can be displayed on the TV. You can also listen to PC sound with the audio cable connected. ● To connect PC p. 100 Select the external input INPUT ASPECT MENU...

  • Page 68: Advanced Picture Settings

    Advanced Picture Settings You can adjust and setup the detailed picture settings for each Viewing Mode. ● To use this function completely, set “Advance(isfccc)” to “On” in the Setup Menu. p. 41 ● For PC input mode, some functions are available without setting “Advance(isfccc)”. Select the input mode to adjust and setup p.

  • Page 69: Advanced Settings

    Adjust the detailed picture settings Advanced Settings ● To make settings “How to Use Menu Functions” (p. 37) Advanced Settings R-Gain G-Gain B-Gain R-Cutoff G-Cutoff B-Cutoff Gamma Reset to Defaults Reset 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...

  • Page 70: Usb Hdd Recording

    Regarding the performance, not all USB HDDs are guaranteed. Check the USB HDDs that have been tested for the performance with this TV at the following website. (English only) http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/tv/ Caution ● Register the USB HDD with this TV in order to use it for recording. Please note that USB HDD will be formatted and all data (including the data from your PC, etc.) in it will be erased when you register it.

  • Page 71: Device Setup

    Register and setup the USB HDD Device Setup All the USB devices recognized as a mass storage device will be listed. You can only register USB HDDs. ● Up to 8 USB HDDs can be registered with this TV. However you can only choose one USB HDD for recording at a time.
  • Page 72 USB HDD Recording Recording the TV programme to USB HDD You can record the current programme immediately by using “One Touch Recording”. You can also record the current programme constantly for the selected period by using “Rewind LIVE TV” so that you can go back or pause the current programme. ●...

  • Page 73: Rewind Live Tv

    One touch direct TV recording - One Touch Recording What you see is What you record Recording the current programme in the USB HDD immediately. Select the maximum recording time (30 / 60 / 90 / 120 / 180 minutes) USB HDD Setup Device Setup select...

  • Page 74: Using Media Player

    If miniSD Card is used, insert / remove it together with the adapter. ● Check the latest information on the card type at the following website. (English only) http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/tv/ ● USB Flash Memory format : FAT16, FAT32 or exFAT (A USB HDD formatted by PC is not surpported in Media Player.) ∗...
  • Page 75 Starting Media Player Insert the SD Card or USB Flash Memory ● For registered USB HDD, ensure the connection status is “Yes”. p. 71 Switch to Media Player ● When SD Card is inserted, switching will be done automatically. SD CARD INPUT SD CARD Start Media Player...
  • Page 76 Using Media Player Photo mode Photo mode reads all “.jpg” extension files and supports MPF (3D) files in the SD Card or USB Flash Memory. Error display (images that could not be loaded, etc.) INPUT SD CARD The thumbnail of all the photos on the SD Card or Media Player Photo All photos...
  • Page 77 Photo Setup Choose the settings for Photo mode. Display Select “Photo Setup” Select the items and set access the menu Photo Setup Menu Main Menu Back Ground Music Type1 Picture Frame MENU Colour Effect select select Sound Transition Effect Fade Photo Setup Aspect Original...

  • Page 78: For Sd Card Or Usb Flash Memory

    Using Media Player Video mode For SD Card or USB Flash Memory Video mode supports AVCHD, MPEG2, DivX and MKV (Matroska Video) file formats. ® Film icon will be displayed Error display if the file does not support (images that could not be loaded, etc.) INPUT SD CARD thumbnail view.
  • Page 79 For registered USB HDD Remaining capacity of the HDD ● This value may not be accurate depending on the condition. Contents list of the registered USB HDD will be displayed. Media Player USB HDD recordings Remaining Capacity 500GB (50%) ● You can also access the contents list directly by using Channel Date...

  • Page 80: Audio Output Settings

    Using Media Player Sound Settings You can enjoy the multi-channel sound via an amplifier connected to DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal. ■ To confirm or change the current sound status (during playback) Display the Option menu Change the sound (if the video has multiple audio signals) Example: OPTION ●...
  • Page 81 Music mode Music mode supports MP3 and AAC file format. The thumbnail of music folders in the SD Card or USB Media Player Music Folder view Flash Memory will be displayed. INPUT SD CARD ● You can also access Music mode directly by using My Music_1 My Music_2 My Music_3...

  • Page 82: Using Network Services

    “Network connections” (p. 83) VIERA CAST™ VIERA CAST is a gateway to the internet services unique to Panasonic. By connecting the TV to the internet environment, VIERA CAST allows you to enjoy internet content on the TV screen such as photos, videos, weather, etc. from VIERA CAST home screen.
  • Page 83 Network connections To use only DLNA features, you can operate the features without Broadband network environment. To use VIERA CAST features or freesat interactive services, you need a Broadband network environment. ● If you do not have any Broadband network services, please consult your retailer for assistance. ●...
  • Page 84 Using Network Services (DLNA / VIERA CAST / freesat) Network Setup ● Ensure the connections are completed before starting Network Setup. “Network connections” (p. 83) Display the menu MENU MENU EXIT Select “Setup” access Main Menu Picture Sound BACK/ Setup RETURN select Select “Network Setup”...
  • Page 85 Network settings for the LAN Cable connection This setting is for the network connection by using the LAN cable. Select “Network Type” and set to “Wired” Network Setup If you make the network connection like Network Type Wired “Example2” (p. 83), you do not have to set Access Point Settings IP/DNS Settings “Acquire DNS Address”, “Proxy”...
  • Page 86 Using Network Services (DLNA / VIERA CAST / freesat) Network settings for the Wireless LAN connection This setting is for the network connection by using Wireless LAN Adaptor. (Wireless LAN connection) ● Confirm the encryption key, settings and positions of your access point before starting setup. For details, read the manual of the access point.
  • Page 87 ■ WPS(Push button) Press the WPS button on the access point until the light flashes. WPS(Push button) 1) Please press the ‘WPS’ button on the access And then, press the OK button to connect the Wireless LAN Adaptor and the point until its light flashes.
  • Page 88 Using Network Services (DLNA / VIERA CAST / freesat) Using DLNA features ® ● Ensure the preparation of media server, network connections and network settings are completed. “Media server” (p. 82), “Network connections” (p. 83), “Network Setup” (p. 84 - 87) Display the Input select menu INPUT MENU...
  • Page 89 For photo file ■ Single view - Photos are displayed one at a time. ● To display / hide the operation guide ● To operate Single view To the previous photo Rotate 90˚ (anti-clockwise) To the next photo Single view Rotate Slideshow EXIT...
  • Page 90 Using Network Services (DLNA / VIERA CAST / freesat) Photo Setup (for photo contents) and Video Setup (for video contents) Choose the settings for Photo and Video file operations. Display Select “Photo Setup” or Select the items and set “Video Setup” access menu Photo Setup Menu...
  • Page 91 ● The services through VIERA CAST™ are operated by their respective service providers, and 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. ●...

  • Page 92: (Dlna / Viera Cast / Freesat) Link Functions

    Connect the equipment supporting VIERA Link to the TV’s HDMI1, HDMI2, HDMI3 or HDMI4 terminal via an HDMI cable. ● For information about using HDMI cables for connecting Panasonic HD Video Camera or LUMIX Camera, read the manual of the equipment. ■...
  • Page 93 ■ VIERA Link (HDMI and Audio out connections) Connected equipment Player theatre with Blu-ray Disc theatre with Amplifier with VIERA Link function VIERA Link function VIERA Link function Features Analogue channel download – – – ∗ ∗ Easy playback – Power on link –...

  • Page 94: Viera Link

    Link Functions Q-Link VIERA Link Q-Link ■ Preparations ● Connect the DVD Recorder / VCR with the following logos: “Q-Link”, “NEXTVIEWLINK”, “DATA LOGIC”, “Easy Link”, “Megalogic” or “SMARTLINK” ● Q-Link connection p. 92 ● Use fully wired SCART cable. ● Set up the DVD Recorder / VCR.
  • Page 95 VIERA Link “ Control™” ∗ ∗Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with Panasonic products which have “HDAVI Control” function. This TV supports “HDAVI Control 5” function. Connections to the equipment (DIGA Recorder, HD Video Camera, Player theatre, Amplifier, etc.) with HDMI and SCART cables allow you to interface them automatically (p. 92 and p. 93).

  • Page 96: Standby Power Save

    Link Functions Q-Link VIERA Link ■ Features available Reduce unnecessary power consumption in standby Standby Power Save Set Standby Power Save “On” in the Setup Menu to use this function “Standby Power Save” (p. 40) The power consumption in Standby mode of the connected equipment is controlled in synchronization with the TV On / Off state.

  • Page 97: Pause Live Tv

    ■ Features available (Using VIERA Link Menu) Pause Live TV programme Pause Live TV You can pause the live TV programme and resume the programme later. The live TV programme will be recorded on HDD of the connected DIGA Recorder. ●...

  • Page 98: Viera Link Control

    Link Functions Q-Link VIERA Link ■ Features available (Using VIERA Link Menu) Control the menu of the connected equipment by VIERA remote control VIERA Link Control You can control some functions of the connected equipment with this TV remote control (point the remote control at the TV’s signal receiver).

  • Page 99: Speaker Selection

    ■ Features available (Using VIERA Link Menu) Speaker control Speaker Selection You can control the home theatre speakers with this TV remote control (point the remote control at the TV’s signal receiver). ● If you cannot control the home theatre speakers with this remote control, check the settings and the equipment “Summary of Q-Link and VIERA Link features”...

  • Page 100: (Q-Link / Viera Link) 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. 118). Satellite dish Satellite cable (Viewing) To watch DVDs HDMI equipment...
  • Page 101 USB devices Rear of the TV Network USB cable Internet Less than Less than 10 cm 10 cm LAN cable Modem Hub or Router Service Port Ferrite core (supplied) This terminal is for special applications used by Installing the Ferrite core authorized service dealers.

  • Page 102: Technical Information

    Electrical interference, static electricity, or erroneous operation may damage the data or card. ● Back up the recorded data at regular intervals in case of deteriorated or damaged data 24 mm or erratic operation of the TV. (Panasonic is not liable for any deterioration or damage of recorded data.)
  • Page 103 DivX ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX is a digital video format created by DivX, Inc. This is an official DivX Certified device that plays DivX video. ® Visit www.divx.com for more information and software tools to convert your files into DivX video. ■...
  • Page 104 Technical Information 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. ∗...
  • Page 105 How to use Windows 7 as a media server Follow the examples below to set up Windows 7 for use as a media server. ● Confirm the MAC Address of VIERA in “Network Setup” (p. 84). ● The following procedure and screens are examples. For more information, refer to the help functions of Windows 7. Open the Windows start menu and select Be sure [Pictures] and [Videos] of “Share libraries and [Control Panel].
  • Page 106 • 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/ Input signal that can be displayed COMPONENT (Y, P ), HDMI ∗ Mark: Applicable input signal...

  • Page 107: Faqs

    FAQs Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to resolve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer or Panasonic Customer Care Centre for assistance. For details p. 120 freesat Auto Setup cannot...
  • Page 108 FAQs Problem Actions ● Set “P-NR” in the Picture Menu (to remove noise). (p. 38) ● Chaotic image, noisy Check nearby electrical products (fluorescent lamp, DECT phones, mobile phones, microwave, etc.). ● Is “Contrast”, “Brightness” or “Colour” in the Picture Menu set to the No image can be displayed minimum? (p.
  • Page 109 Problem Actions ● Has the 3D Eyewear been switched On? ● Ensure that “3D Picture Display” in “3D Settings” is set to “3D”. (p. 35) ● Some 3D image signals may not be automatically recognized as 3D images. Set “3D Picture Format” in “3D Settings” to match the picture format.
  • Page 110 TV Off with Mains power On / Off switch, then appears turn it On again. ● Check if foreign objects are inside the USB port. ● Follow the message’s instructions. ● An error message appears If the problem persists, contact your local Panasonic dealer or the authorized Service Centre.

  • Page 111: On Screen Messages

    On screen messages Message Meaning / Action ● All contents will be lost. Once you unregister the USB HDD, all the recorded programme will be Are you sure to delete this device? erased. ● All tuning data will be erased “Shipping Condition”...
  • Page 112 Please check aerial or local signal ● Please also refer to p. 107. availability. ● If channels are still not found, consult your local Panasonic dealer. Press OK to start Auto Setup. ● No module inserted Check the CI module is inserted completely (p. 64).
  • Page 113 Message Meaning / Action ● The starting time in Timer Programming has already passed. Set the Timer already expired ! timer correctly (p. 59). Timer Event Due to Start ∗∗∗ ∗∗∗ ● has been This message will appear 2 mins. before timer programming event for programmed for External external (USB HDD) recording due to start.

  • Page 114: Maintenance

    Maintenance First, remove the mains plug from the socket outlet. Display panel, Cabinet, Pedestal Regular care: Gently wipe the surface of the display panel, cabinet, or pedestal by using a soft cloth to clean the dirt or fingerprints. For stubborn dirt: Dampen a soft cloth with clean water or diluted neutral detergent (1 part detergent to 100 parts water).

  • Page 115: Glossary

    Glossary ■ ■ Advanced Audio Coding - An advanced audio MPEG Audio Layer 3 - A method for compressing compression method audio data ■ ■ AVCHD NICAM Advanced Video Codec High Definition - A standard Near Instantaneous Companded Audio Multiplex - for high definition video cameras that can be used to A format for digital sound over television record and play high resolution HD images...

  • Page 116: Licence

    The recording and playback of content on this or any other device may require permission from the owner of the copyright or other such rights in that content. Panasonic has no authority to and does not grant you that permission and explicitly disclaims any right, ability or intention to obtain such permission on your behalf.

  • Page 117: Index

    Index Accessories ······································································· 6 Network connections ······················································· 83 Advanced Picture Settings ·············································· 68 Network Setup ································································· 84 Analogue Tuning Menu ············································· 47, 52 New Channel Message ··················································· 52 Aspect ····································································· 18, 102 NICAM ············································································· 39 Astra 1 ············································································· 55 NTSC ······································································· 38, 118 Astra 2 ·······························································...

  • Page 118: Specifications

    Specifications ■ Power Source AC 220-240 V, 50 / 60 Hz Rated Power Consumption 425 W 0.40 W Standby Power Consumption 33.00 W (With monitor out recording) Aspect Ratio 16:9 127 cm (diagonal) Visible screen size 1,105 mm (W) × 622 mm (H) Number of pixels 2,073,600 (1,920 (W) ×...
  • Page 119 Wireless LAN Adaptor Declaration of Conformity (DoC) Hereby, “Panasonic Corporation” declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Customers can download a copy of the original DoC to our R&TTE products from our DoC server: http://www.doc.panasonic.de...
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