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  • Page 1 TX-50CX802B TX-55CX802B TX-65CX802B HELP English...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Read first eHELP • How to use Features • 4K resolution • Home Screen • Info Frame • Touch Pad Controller • TV Anywhere • Freeview EPG • Dual Tuner • Easy Mirroring Home Screen Home Screen • Information • How to use • Pin to HOME • Option menu Live TV • How to use • Option menu Apps • How to use...
  • Page 3 • Selecting channel • Information banner • AV Options • Subtitle • Last view • Off Timer • Energy saving functions • Adjusting time • Language 4K resolution • 4K compatible equipment • HDCP Setting • HDMI Auto Setting • Valid 4K format External equipment • External connection • Watching external input • Operating with TV’s remote control • HDMI features • Terminal information • Valid input signals...
  • Page 4 For best audio • Sound mode • Basic settings • Volume settings • Voice Guidance Settings • Audio Description • Advanced settings TV Guide • Freeview EPG (UK) • TV Guide (Ireland) • Timer Programming • Guide link programming Teletext • Digital text service • Viewing Teletext • Teletext mode • Teletext Character Set • Note • Viewing 3D • 3D Mode Selection...
  • Page 5 • Signal Condition • Add New Channels • Other settings Recording USB HDD setup • Preparations • Setting for USB HDD Recording current programme • One Touch Recording Timer Programming • Setting Timer Programming • Editing Timer Programming • Remote recording • Note Technical information • USB HDD Media Player Using Media Player • Information • Selecting device / mode • Network device...
  • Page 6 • Audio output settings Recorded TV mode • Selecting content • Watching recorded TV • Grouping content • Deleting content • Chapter List • Audio output settings Music mode • Selecting file • Playing music • Music Setup Technical information • Device handling caution • SD Card • USB devices • Photo format • Video format • Music format Network Internet content...
  • Page 7 Network settings • Network Connection • Custom - Wireless • Custom - Wired • Custom - Wireless Access Point • Network Status • my Home Cloud Settings • VIERA Name • TV Remote App Settings • Network Link Settings • TV Anywhere Settings • File Sharing Settings • Mirroring Settings • Do Not Track Setting • Software Update • New Software Message Photos...
  • Page 8 • Video format • Music format Functions Info Frame • Information • How to use • Settings Voice Control • Information • How to use • Settings • Note Touch Pad Controller • Information • Pairing • Identifying controls • Settings TV Anywhere • How to use • TV Anywhere Settings Mirroring • How to use • Mirroring Settings Multi Window • Information...
  • Page 9 • Power off Link • Standby Power Save • Intelligent Auto Standby • VIERA Link Control • Speaker Selection • Note Child Lock • Using Child Lock • PIN number • Parental Rating Common Interface • Caution • Using Common Interface Shipping Condition • Shipping Condition Updating the TV Software • Information • Auto update • Manual update Setting characters • Using Numeric buttons...
  • Page 10: Network Connection

    • Ambient Sensor • Noise reduction settings • Advanced Settings • Option Settings • Screen Settings • 3D Settings • Lock Settings • Copy Adjustment • Reset to Defaults Sound • Mode • Basic settings • Volume settings • Voice Guidance Settings • Audio Description • Advanced settings • Reset to Defaults Network • Network Connection • Network Status • my Home Cloud Settings • VIERA Name • TV Remote App Settings...
  • Page 11 • No signal Power off Setup • Eco Navigation • Voice Control Settings • USB Device Setup • Recording Setup • VIERA Touch Pad Controller • Bluetooth Setup • Child Lock • Tuning Menu • Language • Display Settings • HDCP Setting • HDMI Auto Setting • VIERA Link Settings • System Menu • Other Settings Support Help menu • Using Help menu...
  • Page 12 Optional accessories • 3D Eyewear • Wall-hanging bracket Licence • Licence - 12 -...
  • Page 13: Read First

    Read first eHELP How to use ■ Meaning of signs Letters enclosed in brackets indicate remote control buttons. Menu Letters in cyan indicate on-screen display items. References in this eHELP When the icon ( ) is displayed, you can jump to the page for detailed descriptions pressing Numeric buttons.
  • Page 14: Features

    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 - 14 -...
  • Page 15: Home Screen

    Home Screen “Home Screen” is a gateway to the TV programmes, applications and connected devices. It provides you an easy way to access all the features. Home Screen > Home Screen > Information - 15 -...
  • Page 16: Info Frame

    Info Frame Info Frame is a convenient feature to provide you relevant information of the watching programme, recommendations, etc. It is displayed on the edge of screen when you need it. Functions > Info Frame > Information - 16 -...
  • Page 17: Touch Pad Controller

    Touch Pad Controller Touch Pad Controller is designed for the convenient operations on the application, internet content, etc. You can operate the TV intuitively with this controller. Functions > Touch Pad Controller > Information - 17 -...
  • Page 18: Tv Anywhere

    TV Anywhere You can watch TV and set timer event with the network equipment (smartphone, etc.) from outside the home network. Functions > TV Anywhere > How to use - 18 -...
  • Page 19: Freeview Epg

    Freeview EPG Using the Freeview EPG enables you to select a programme easily, view programme information, etc. Watching > TV Guide > Freeview EPG (UK) - 19 -...
  • Page 20: Dual Tuner

    Dual Tuner You can watch or record 2 programmes simultaneously, watch a programme while recording another programme, etc. Functions > Multi Window > How to use - 20 -...
  • Page 21: Easy Mirroring

    Easy Mirroring You can watch 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 -...
  • Page 22: Home Screen Home Screen

    Home Screen Home Screen Information “Home Screen” is a gateway to the TV programmes, applications and connected devices. Home Screen is displayed by pressing HOME and it provides you an easy way to access all the features as shown below (example). Home Screen Live TV –...
  • Page 23 = 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 Screen. You can update the software later manually. Network >...
  • Page 24: How To Use

    How to use From Home Screen, you can access all the features such as TV programmes, applications and connected devices. 1. Display Home Screen with HOME. (Example) 2. Select Live TV Apps Devices and press to access. To watch full-screen TV, select Live ●...
  • Page 25: Pin To Home

    Pin to HOME You can add a shortcut for a frequently used feature on Home Screen. 1. Display Home Screen with HOME. 2. Select Live TV Apps Devices and press to access. 3. Select a feature (TV programme / application / device). 4.
  • Page 26: Option Menu

    Option menu You can customise Home Screen. 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2. Select one of the following items and press to access. Unpin from HOME Move 3. Set the item and press to store. Unpin from HOME Remove a shortcut from Home Screen.
  • Page 27: Live Tv

    Live TV How to use Live TV is a gateway to the TV programmes. 1. Display Home Screen with HOME. 2. Select Live (Example) 3. Press to access. (Example) For details of watching TV ● Watching > Basic To add a shortcut icon ●...
  • Page 28: Option Menu

    Option menu 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2. Select one of the following items and press to access. Pin to HOME Unpin from HOME Accessibility AV Options 3. Set the item and press to store. Pin to HOME, Unpin from HOME Adds / removes a shortcut for a frequently used feature on Home Screen.
  • Page 29: How To Use

    Apps How to use Various applications (internet content, etc.) can be accessed easily from Apps. 1. Display Home Screen with HOME. 2. Select Apps and press to access. (Example) To exit Apps ● EXIT To add a shortcut icon ● Home Screen >...
  • Page 30: Option Menu

    Option menu 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2. Select one of the following items and press to access. Pin to HOME Unpin from HOME Move Lock Unlock Uninstall Show Info. 3. Set the item and press to store. Pin to HOME, Unpin from HOME...
  • Page 31: How To Use

    Devices How to use Connected devices (HDMI equipment, USB device, network device, etc.) can be accessed easily from Devices. 1. Display Home Screen with HOME. 2. Select Devices and press to access. (Example) To exit Devices ● EXIT To add a shortcut icon ●...
  • Page 32: Option Menu

    Option menu 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2. Select one of the following items and press to access. Pin to HOME Unpin from HOME Accessibility Show Info. 3. Set the item and press to store. Pin to HOME, Unpin from HOME Adds / removes a shortcut for a frequently used feature on Home Screen.
  • Page 33: Watching

    Watching Basic Satellite connection 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. ● For Freesat, Other Sat., Satellite ● ■ Dual Tuner Connect the both of satellite IN 1 / IN 2 terminals to the satellite dish, and you can watch or record 2 satellite programmes simultaneously, etc.
  • Page 34 = 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.
  • Page 35: Basic Connection

    Basic connection 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. ● ■ Aerial Terrestrial terminal RF cable Terrestrial aerial For DVB, Analogue ●...
  • Page 36 ■ DVD Recorder (VCR) / Cable TV box HDMI terminal HDMI cable Cable TV box Terrestrial aerial / Cable AV1 (SCART) terminal SCART cable RF cable / SCART cable Terrestrial terminal RF cable DVD Recorder / VCR = Note = For details of VIERA Link connections ●...
  • Page 37: Selecting Channel

    Selecting channel 1. Select the mode with TV. Freesat (UK only) / Analogue Other Sat. (UK only) / Satellite (Ireland only) Selectable modes vary depending on the channels stored. ● 2. Select a channel with Channel Up / Down Numeric buttons.
  • Page 38 ■ To select the type of channel list 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 access.
  • Page 39: Information Banner

    Information banner Display information banner with Also appears when changing a channel. ● (Example) Channel position and name Channel type (Radio, HDTV, etc.) / Encrypted channel ( ) / TV mode ( , Programme Start time / End time (except Analogue) Channel position, etc.
  • Page 40 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 – 90: Off Timer remaining time Watching >...
  • Page 41 To display the introduction banner for the internet service ● 1) Display the menu with MENU. 2) Select Setup > Display Settings > Smart Banner and press access. 3) Select and press to set. AD, STTL, TEXT, Multi Audio indications are displayed as available ●...
  • Page 42: Av Options

    AV Options Confirm or change the current status. Display the full-screen TV to use this function. ● 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2. Select AV Options and press to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press to access.
  • Page 43 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 ●...
  • Page 44: Subtitle

    Subtitle ■ 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 to access.
  • Page 45: Last View

    Last view Switch to a previously viewed channel or input mode easily with LAST VIEW. Press again to return to the current view. ● = Note = Switching channel may not be available depending on the condition. ● Watching less than 10 seconds is not reflected in the previously viewed ●...
  • Page 46: Off Timer

    Off Timer Turn the TV Standby mode automatically after a fixed period. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Timer > Off Timer and press to access. 3. Select the time in 15-minute increments and press to set. (minutes) To cancel, set to or turn the TV off.
  • Page 47: Energy Saving Functions

    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.
  • Page 48: Eco Navigation

    No signal Power off / 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 ●...
  • Page 49: Adjusting Time

    Adjusting time Adjusts the time data. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Timer > Time Zone and press to access. 3. Set the item and press to store. The time data are corrected based on GMT. ● Ireland only ●...
  • Page 50: Language

    Language 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Language and press to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press to access. Preferred Multi Audio Preferred Audio 1 / 2 Preferred Subtitles 1 / 2 Preferred Subtitles Preferred Teletext 4.
  • Page 51 Preferred Teletext Selects the preferred language for digital channel teletext service (depending on the broadcaster). Ireland only ● - 51 -...
  • Page 52: 4K Compatible Equipment

    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 ●...
  • Page 53: Hdcp Setting

    HDCP Setting 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > HDCP Setting and press to access. 3. Set the item and press to store. HDCP Setting (Auto / 1.4) Select a version of HDCP according to the content you watch. HDCP is a technology of copy protection for digital audio / video content.
  • Page 54: Hdmi Auto Setting

    HDMI Auto Setting 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > HDMI Auto Setting and press to access. 3. Set the item and press to store. HDMI Auto Setting (Mode1 / Mode2) Set to Mode1 when the image in HDMI input is not displayed properly. For HDMI ●...
  • Page 55: Valid 4K Format

    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) –...
  • Page 56: External Equipment

    External equipment External connection 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 ●...
  • Page 57 ■ AV devices AV2 (COMPONENT) terminals Component cables DVD Player AV2 (VIDEO) terminals Composite cables Camcorder / Game equipment - 57 -...
  • Page 58: Usb Devices

    ● You cannot connect any devices by using USB card reader. ● Additional information about the devices may be on the following website. ● http://panasonic.net/viera/support (English only) ■ Listening with external speakers DIGITAL AUDIO Optical digital audio cable Amplifier with speaker system To enjoy multi-channel sound from external equipment (e.g.
  • Page 59 ■ Headphones Headphone jack M3 stereo mini plug Headphones To adjust volume, set Headphone Volume. ● Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings To select the sound output to adjust volume, set TV Speaker Setting. ● Watching > For best audio > Volume settings - 59 -...
  • Page 60: Watching External Input

    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 to watch. (The selected mode is displayed on the top left of the screen.) TV receives input signals automatically connecting with SCART when ●...
  • Page 61: Input Labels

    ■ Input Labels Accesses the input labels list to select the label of each input mode or set to skip unconnected one for easier identification and selection in Input Selection, banner, etc. Watching > Basic > Information banner 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.
  • Page 62: Operating With Tv's Remote Control

    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)
  • Page 63 ■ 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.
  • Page 64: Hdmi Features

    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 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 a fully wired HDMI compliant cable.
  • Page 65: Dvi Connection

    ■ 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 AV2 audio terminals). Enquire HDMI adaptor cable at your local digital equipment retailer shop.
  • Page 66: Terminal Information

    Terminal information ■ AV1 (SCART) terminal (RGB, VIDEO) 1 : Audio out (R) 12: -- 2 : Audio in (R) 13: Red earth 3 : Audio out (L) 14: Earth 4 : Audio earth 15: Red in 5 : Blue earth 16: Status RGB 6 : Audio in (L) 17: CVBS earth...
  • Page 67: Hdmi Terminal

    ■ HDMI terminal 1 : TMDS Data2+ 11 : TMDS Clock Shield 2 : TMDS Data2 Shield 12: TMDS Clock− 3 : TMDS Data2− 13: CEC 4 : TMDS Data1+ 14: Utility 5 : TMDS Data1 Shield 15: SCL 6 : TMDS Data1− 16: SDA 7 : TMDS Data0+ 17: DDC/CEC Ground...
  • Page 68: Valid Input Signals

    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 ○...
  • Page 69: For Best Picture

    For best picture Viewing Mode 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture > Viewing Mode and press to access. 3. Select the mode and press to set. Viewing Mode (Dynamic Normal Cinema THX Cinema THX Bright Room True Cinema Custom Professional1 / Professional2)
  • Page 70 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 Noise Reduction MPEG Remaster Resolution Remaster Dynamic Range Remaster Intelligent Frame Creation 24p Smooth Film...
  • Page 71: Ambient Sensor

    Ambient Sensor 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture > Ambient Sensor and press to access. 3. Select and press to set. Ambient Sensor / Off) Automatic Brightness Control function ● Adjusts picture settings automatically depending on ambient lighting condition.
  • Page 72: Aspect

    Aspect Change the aspect ratio (image size) with ASPECT. ■ To change the aspect ratio manually 1. Display Aspect Selection with ASPECT. 2. Select the mode and press to set. You can also change the mode pressing ASPECT. ● (Press repeatedly until you reach the desired mode.) Auto: The best ratio is selected automatically according to the “Aspect Control Signal”.
  • Page 73: Aspect Control Signal

    Aspect Control Signal Programmes usually contain an “Aspect Control Signal”. (Widescreen signal, Control signal through SCART / HDMI terminal) Auto mode, aspect mode will appear in the top left of the screen if a Widescreen signal (WSS) or a Control signal through SCART (pin8) / HDMI terminal is found.
  • Page 74 ● AV2 (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...
  • Page 75: Basic Settings

    Basic settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture and press to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press to access. Backlight Contrast Brightness Colour Tint Sharpness Colour Temperature Vivid Colour Colour Remaster Rec.2020 Colour Remaster Reversal Film Effect Adaptive Backlight Control...
  • Page 76 Reversal Film Effect (Max / Off) Provides the picture effect such as the reversal film for photo content. For photo content ● Not valid when Viewing Mode is THX mode ● Adaptive Backlight Control Automatically controls the level of backlight according to the images. Resolution Remaster (Auto / Off)
  • Page 77 24p Smooth Film (Max / Off) Automatically compensates the picture frame rate to make the 24p source movie images smooth. This function is available only for 24p signal input and displayed instead of ● Intelligent Frame Creation. Not valid in the following conditions: ●...
  • Page 78: Noise Reduction Settings

    Noise reduction settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture > Noise Reduction MPEG Remaster and press access. 3. Set the item and press to store. Noise Reduction (Auto / Off) Reduces unwanted picture noise. Not valid in the following conditions: ●...
  • Page 79: Advanced Settings

    Advanced Settings You can adjust and set up the detailed picture settings when Viewing Mode is set to Cinema, True Cinema, Custom Professional1 / 2. The settings in True Cinema, Custom Professional1 / 2 can be stored for each input. Watching >...
  • Page 80: White Balance

    ■ Colour Gamut Colour Gamut (Native Rec. 709 SMPTE-C / EBU) Reproduces image colour precisely according to the colour gamut standards. 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:...
  • Page 81: Colour Management

    ■ 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...
  • Page 82 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. - 82 -...
  • Page 83: Option Settings

    Option Settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture > Option Settings and press to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press to access. Game Mode Film Cadence Mode 1080p Pure Direct 4K Pure Direct 1080p Pixel by 4pixels HDMI Content Type HDMI RGB Range...
  • Page 84 1080p Pixel by 4pixels / 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: ●...
  • Page 85: Screen Settings

    Screen Settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture > Screen Settings and press to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press to access. 16:9 Overscan Zoom Adjustments Screen Display 4. Set the item and press to store.
  • Page 86 Screen Display / 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. ●...
  • Page 87: Lock Settings

    Lock Settings Locks the settings of Professional1 / 2 for each input. Select Professional1 Professional2 in Viewing Mode in advance. ● Watching > For best picture > Viewing Mode 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture > Lock Settings and press to access.
  • Page 88: Copy Adjustment

    Copy Adjustment Copies the picture settings of True Cinema, Custom, Professional1 Professional2 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 to access.
  • Page 89: For Best Audio

    For best audio Sound mode 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Sound > Mode and press to access. 3. Select the mode and press to set. Mode (Standard Music Ambience / User) Selects your favourite sound mode for each input. Standard: Provides the suitable sound quality for all types of scenes.
  • Page 90: Basic Settings

    Basic settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Sound and press to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press to access. Bass Treble Equaliser Balance Surround Bass Boost 4. Set the item and press to store. Bass Adjusts level to enhance or minimise lower, deeper sound output.
  • Page 91 Bass Boost / Off) Enhances the effect of bass sounds. This function is effective only for the sound from TV speakers. ● - 91 -...
  • Page 92: Volume Settings

    Volume settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Sound and press to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press to access. Speaker Selection TV Speaker Setting Headphone Volume Auto Gain Control Volume Correction Speaker Distance to Wall 4.
  • Page 93 Auto Gain Control / Off) Automatically regulates large sound level differences between channels and inputs. Volume Correction Adjusts the volume of each individual channel or input mode. Speaker Distance to Wall (Up to 30cm Over 30cm) Compensates for the low frequency sound due to the distance between the speakers and the wall.
  • Page 94: Voice Guidance Settings

    Voice Guidance Settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Sound > Voice Guidance Settings and press to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press to access. Voice Guidance Speed Volume User Level Web Browser 4. Set the item and press to store.
  • Page 95: Audio Description

    Audio Description 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Sound > Audio Description and press to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press to access. Preferred Audio Type Volume Speakers Headphones 4. Set the item and press to store.
  • Page 96: Advanced Settings

    Advanced settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Sound and press to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press to access. NICAM Audio Preference SPDIF Selection PCM Optical Level SPDIF Delay HDMI Input 4. Set the item and press to store.
  • Page 97 Auto: Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital and HE-AAC multi-channel are output as Dolby Digital Bitstream. MPEG is output as PCM. PCM: Digital output signal is fixed to PCM. ARC (Audio Return Channel) is a function of digital audio output using ●...
  • Page 98: Tv Guide

    TV Guide Freeview EPG (UK) Using the Freeview EPG enables you to select a programme easily, view programme information, etc. For DVB (UK only) ● 1. Select with TV. 2. Display TV Guide with GUIDE. (Example) TV screen Date and time Programme Channel position and name To watch the programme...
  • Page 99 To jump to the currently selected channel ● (green) To view more details of the programme ● 1) Select the programme. 2) Press to view. – Press again to return to Guide. To exit TV Guide ● EXIT = Note = For Freetime EPG, follow the on-screen instructions.
  • Page 100: Tv Guide (Ireland)

    TV Guide (Ireland) 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.
  • Page 101 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 to access. 3) Enter characters with Cursor buttons Numeric buttons, and press to set. 4) Press (green) to start searching.
  • Page 102: Timer Programming

    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 to access. 3. Select Record and press to set. (UK only) –...
  • Page 103: Guide Link Programming

    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. ●...
  • Page 104: Digital Text Service

    Teletext Digital text service 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.
  • Page 105: Viewing Teletext

    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. ●...
  • Page 106 ■ 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 (blue).
  • Page 107: Teletext Mode

    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. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.
  • Page 108: Teletext Character Set

    Teletext Character Set Selects teletext language font. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Display Settings > Teletext Character Set and press access. 3. Select the font and press to set. West: English, French, German, Greek, Italian, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish, etc.
  • Page 109: Note

    Note Display the image (TV, external input, etc.) full-screen for viewing 3D. ● If the room is lit by fluorescent lights (50 Hz) and light appears to flicker ● when using the 3D Eyewear, switch off the fluorescent light. Do not apply pressure on or scratch the lens of the 3D Eyewear. ●...
  • Page 110: Viewing 3D

    3D content in 4K format is not supported. ● 1. Turn the 3D Eyewear on and put it on. Use Panasonic 3D Eyewear supporting Bluetooth wireless technology ● for active shutter 3D. Support > Optional accessories > 3D Eyewear Connection status and battery status are displayed on the bottom right ●...
  • Page 111 ■ 3D photos and 3D videos taken by 3D-compatible Panasonic products Available in Media Player and Network services ● Media Player Network ■ 2D images converted to 3D Set to 2D→3D mode in 3D Mode Selection. ● Watching > 3D > 3D Mode Selection Content in 4K format cannot be converted to 3D mode.
  • Page 112: 3D Mode Selection

    3D Mode Selection You can change the viewing mode for 3D image. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture > 3D Settings > 3D Mode and press to access. 3. Select the mode and press to set. Items for 3D Mode Selection vary depending on the condition.
  • Page 113: 3D Settings

    3D Settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture > 3D Settings and press to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press to access. 3D Mode 2D→3D Depth 3D Adjustment L/R Picture Swap Safety Precautions 4. Set the item and press to store.
  • Page 114 Safety Precautions Displays the precautions for viewing 3D images. = Note = Display the image (TV, external input, etc.) full-screen to use this function ● completely. - 114 -...
  • Page 115: Source Image Format

    Source image format If the picture appears to be abnormal, refer to the table of images that can be seen for each 3D Mode Selection and each source image format, and select the correct 3D mode. 3D images are displayed correctly with the appropriate 3D formats shown ●...
  • Page 116: Tuning And Editing Channels

    Tuning and editing channels Setting menu You can retune channels, create your favourite channel lists, skip unwanted channels, etc. 1. Select the mode with TV. Freesat (UK only) / Analogue Other Sat. (UK only) / Satellite (Ireland only) 2. Display the menu with MENU. 3.
  • Page 117: Favourites Edit

    Favourites Edit ■ 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 >...
  • Page 118 ■ 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...
  • Page 119: Channel List

    Channel List ■ 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 and press to access. 2. Select a channel. 3. Press to set Reveal Hide...
  • Page 120 ■ 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.
  • Page 121: Regional Channel Edit

    Regional Channel Edit 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 -...
  • Page 122: Auto Setup

    Auto Setup 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. ●...
  • Page 123 ■ Other Sat. / Satellite To use dual tuner function, set Dual Tuner Mode to On. ● 1. Select Auto Setup and press to access. 2. Select the satellite. Select IN 1 IN 2 Signal Input to set for each tuner. ●...
  • Page 124 ■ 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 ●...
  • Page 125: Channel Sorting By Region

    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 to access. 2.
  • Page 126: Manual Tuning

    Manual Tuning Normally use Auto Setup Update Channel List to retune DVB channels. ● If tuning has not been done completely or for adjusting the direction of the ● aerial, use this function. (DVB) All DVB channels found are added to Channel List.
  • Page 127 ■ Other Sat. / Satellite Set tuning parameters for the required satellite, details can usually be found in a satellite TV magazine. Normally use Auto Setup Add New Channels to retune Other Sat. / ● Satellite channels. Please consult the received satellite broadcasting companies for the ●...
  • Page 128: Update Channel List

    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 Favourites Edit, ● Channel List, Child Lock, etc.
  • Page 129: New Channel Message

    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. - 129 -...
  • Page 130: Signal Condition

    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 ●...
  • Page 131: Add New Channels

    Add New Channels You can add any new channels found automatically to channel list. 1. The signal condition is displayed and press to access. If you select Any Satellite Auto Setup, this step is skipped. ● It takes a while to check the connection for your selected satellite. ●...
  • Page 132: Other Settings

    Other settings Add TV Signal Adds the TV mode. This function is available if you skip any modes to tune in Auto Setup ● first using the TV. - 132 -...
  • Page 133: Usb Hdd Setup

    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. ● Connect the USB HDD to the USB 3 port with the USB cable. ●...
  • Page 134 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 ●...
  • Page 135: Setting For Usb Hdd

    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 ●...
  • Page 136 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 ●...
  • Page 137: Recording Current Programme

    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 >...
  • Page 138: Timer Programming

    Timer Programming Setting Timer Programming 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)/ Other Sat. (UK only)/ Satellite (Ireland only) 2.
  • Page 139 (Example) !: Overlapped timer events Function (USB HDD Rec.) TV mode For UK For Ireland ● ● : Freesat D: DVB : DVB S: Satellite : Other Sat. – You cannot change the mode within the menu. Channel position, channel name, etc. : Signal Supported Recording (if available) Watching >...
  • Page 140: Editing Timer Programming

    Editing Timer Programming 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Timer > Timer Programming and press to access. 3. Select the event. To change a timer event ● – Correct as necessary. Recording > Timer Programming > Setting Timer Programming To delete a timer event ●...
  • Page 141: Remote Recording

    Functions > TV Anywhere > TV Anywhere Settings Additional information about the services may be found on the following ● website. http://panasonic.net/viera/support (English only) = Note = This function is not available when the TV is turned off with Mains Power ●...
  • Page 142: Note

    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...
  • Page 143: Technical Information

    Regarding performance, not all USB HDDs are guaranteed. Check the ● USB HDDs that have been tested for compatibility with this TV at the following website. http://panasonic.net/viera/support (English only) = Note = Data modified with a PC may not be displayed. ●...
  • Page 144: Media Player

    Media Player Using Media Player Information Media Player allows you to enjoy photo, video or music recorded on the SD Card / USB Flash Memory / USB HDD / network device, and content recorded with this TV to the formatted USB HDD. (Example) Photo mode: Still pictures recorded with digital cameras are displayed.
  • Page 145 ■ To insert or remove the SD Card Gently insert the SD Card with the label surface facing front. Push the centre of the card until a click is heard. (To remove, push it again.) Label surface Cutout ■ To insert or remove the USB Flash Memory Ensure alignment is straight and complete when inserting or removing.
  • Page 146: Selecting Device / Mode

    Selecting device / mode 1. Insert the SD Card or USB Flash Memory to the TV. When you insert the SD Card, Media Player will start automatically. ● Media Player > Using Media Player > Information To play back content in the USB HDD, ensure the connection and ●...
  • Page 147 Recorded TV is available for content recorded on the USB HDD with this ● 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 >...
  • Page 148: Network Device

    Windows 7 / Windows 8 / Windows 8.1 have been tested for compatibility with this TV (as of January, 2015). Additional information about the servers may be found on the following website. http://panasonic.net/viera/support (English only) Up to 48 devices can be registered. ●...
  • Page 149: Sharing File

    4. Operate your PC to share the files. For operations, refer to the support information on the following website. ● http://panasonic.net/viera/support (English only) 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...
  • Page 150: Photo Mode

    Photo mode Selecting file Select the file in the thumbnail view and press to start playback. : Error display To change the size of photos in the thumbnail view ● 1) Display the option menu with OPTION. 2) Select Change Size and press to change.
  • Page 151: Viewing Photo

    Viewing photo ■ Playback To operate Single view ● : To the previous photo : To the next photo : Stop (return to thumbnail) : Slideshow To display / hide the operation guide ● To rotate 90° ● (blue) To return to thumbnail ●...
  • Page 152: Sorting Photos

    Sorting photos ■ To sort by folder, recorded date or recorded month 1. Display the view selection in the thumbnail view with (green). 2. Select Folder view Sort by Date Sort by Month and press to set. Folder view: Displays the thumbnail grouped by folder. Files which are in the root folder are collected to the folder named ●...
  • Page 153: Using Slideshow

    Using Slideshow Slideshow ends when all photos within the current thumbnail are viewed. 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 ●...
  • Page 154 Back Ground Music (Off Type1 Type2 Type3 Type4 Type5 User / Auto) Selects the background music during Photo mode. Type1 - 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.
  • Page 155: Video Mode

    Video mode Selecting file 1. Select the title in the thumbnail view. : Error display : The file does not support thumbnail view. 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.
  • Page 156: Watching Video

    Watching video ■ Playback from the selected scene in the title Playback of the selected scene starts and continues until the end of the title. 1. Select the title and press to access. 2. Select the scene. 3. Start playback with (red).
  • Page 157 To change aspect ● 1) Display Aspect Selection with ASPECT. 2) Select the mode and press to set. Aspect1: Displays the content in original size. Aspect2: Displays the content enlarged without distortion. – You can also change the mode pressing ASPECT. (Press repeatedly until you reach the desired mode.) –...
  • Page 158: Video Setup

    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 to access. Video Preview Multi Audio Dual Mono Audio Subtitle Settings Repeat Menu items and selectable options vary depending on the content.
  • Page 159 Subtitle Text Delay: Adjusts the delay time for the subtitles. Repeat / Off) Playback repeat within the title or selected file (depending on the content) - 159 -...
  • Page 160: Audio Output Settings

    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 > Video mode > Video Setup 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.
  • Page 161: Selecting Content

    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.
  • Page 162: Watching Recorded Tv

    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 : Pause (displays the time seek bar) / Playback To jump to the specified time point ●...
  • Page 163 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. - 163 -...
  • Page 164: Grouping Content

    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 to set. Create Group: Create a group of content.
  • Page 165: Deleting Content

    Deleting content 1. Select the content to edit and press (blue) to tick in the content list. 2. Delete the content with (red). 3. When a confirmation screen is displayed, select and press to set. - 165 -...
  • Page 166: Chapter List

    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 to start playback. = Note = The chapter list is not displayed while the selected content is being ●...
  • Page 167: Audio Output Settings

    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 > Video mode > Video Setup 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.
  • Page 168: Selecting File

    Music mode Selecting file 1. Select the folder in the thumbnail view. 2. Start playback with (red). For details of supported file formats ● Media Player > Technical information > Music format ■ Thumbnail view To display / hide information of the highlighted content ●...
  • Page 169: Playing Music

    Playing music ■ Playback of the selected file in the folder 1. Select the folder and press to access. 2. Select the file. 3. Start playback with (red). ■ Playback To operate playback ● : Rewind : Fast forward : Stop : Pause (displays the time seek bar) / Playback To jump to the specified time point ●...
  • Page 170: Music Setup

    Music Setup Set up the setting for Music mode. This function is available in the thumbnail view. ● 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2. Select Music Setup > Repeat with OK. 3. Select Folder and press to set. Folder: Playback repeat within the selected folder One:...
  • Page 171: Device Handling Caution

    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 -...
  • Page 172 SD Card ■ SD Card Use an SD Card which meets SD standards. Failure to do so may cause the TV to malfunction. 2.1 mm 32 mm 24 mm Card format: SDXC Card - exFAT SDHC Card / SD Card - FAT16 or FAT32 Compliant card type (maximum capacity): SDXC Card (64 GB), SDHC Card (32 GB), microSDHC Card (32 GB), SD Card (2 GB), miniSD Card (2 GB), microSD Card (2 GB)
  • Page 173: Usb Devices

    You cannot connect any devices using a USB card reader. ● Additional information about the devices may be found on the following ● website. http://panasonic.net/viera/support (English only) ■ 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.
  • Page 174: Photo Format

    Photo format ■ Supported Photo formats ● JPEG (.jpg, .jpeg, .mpo) 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.
  • Page 175: Video Format

    MP4 (.f4v, .m4v, .mp4) Video codec: H.264, H.265 (HEVC), MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4 Audio codec: AAC, 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...
  • Page 176 ● ASF (.asf, .wmv) Video codec: MPEG4, VC-1, WMV9 Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, HE-AAC, LPCM, MP3, WMA, WMA Pro Copy-protected files cannot be played back. ● ● FLV (.flv) Video codec: H.264 Audio codec: AAC, MP3 ●...
  • Page 177 ● WebM (.webm) Video codec: Audio codec: Vorbis ■ 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 ●...
  • Page 178: Music Format

    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.
  • Page 179: Information

    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 be able to use this ●...
  • Page 180: Selecting Internet Content

    Selecting internet content 1. Display Apps with APPS. For details of Apps ● Home Screen > Apps Depending on the usage conditions, it may take a while to read all the ● data. 2. Select the desired item and press to access.
  • Page 181: Note

    ● 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.
  • Page 182: In-House Streaming

    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.
  • Page 183 And you need to install the application for controlling VIERA on your smartphone. For information about the application: http://panasonic.net/viera/support (English only) For the operations, refer to the support information of the application. “Windows 7 / Windows 8” are the OS that have been tested for ●...
  • Page 184 To use this function with your smartphone, you need to install the ● application for controlling VIERA in your smartphone. For information about the application: http://panasonic.net/viera/support (English only) For the operations, refer to the support information of the application. To use this function with another DLNA Certified VIERA, set Network Link ●...
  • Page 185: Using Dlna

    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 Screen with HOME. 2.
  • Page 186: Internet Connection

    Network connections Internet connection A broadband network environment is required to be able to use internet services. 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) ●...
  • Page 187: Dlna Connection

    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 be able to use internet ● services. Network > Network connections > Internet connection ■...
  • Page 188 ■ 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.) ■ Wireless connection (For DLNA) To use the TV as a wireless access point ●...
  • Page 189: Note

    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. ●...
  • Page 190: Network Connection

    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 to access. Confirm the encryption key, settings and position of your access point ●...
  • Page 191 7. Select Exit and press to set. To set manually ● Network > Network settings > Custom - Wireless ■ Quick setup - Wired 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > Network Connection and press to access. 3.
  • Page 192: Custom - Wireless

    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 to access. Confirm the encryption key, settings and position of your access point ●...
  • Page 193 4. Enter the encryption key of the access point and press to set. You can set characters using Numeric buttons. ● Press BACK/RETURN to store. ● IP/DNS Settings is displayed. Acquire IP Address Acquire DNS Address Auto is recommended. ● Available settings are displayed automatically.
  • Page 194 6. Select Network Status and press to access. Network > Network settings > Network Status 7. Select Exit and press to set. - 194 -...
  • Page 195: Custom - Wired

    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 access. IP/DNS Settings is displayed. Acquire IP Address Acquire DNS Address Auto is recommended.
  • Page 196 4. Select Network Status and press to access. Network > Network settings > Network Status 5. Select Exit and press to set. = Note = To deactivate wireless, set Easy Mirroring and confirm the network ● connection type is set to Wired. - 196 -...
  • Page 197: Custom - Wireless Access Point

    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.
  • Page 198: Network Status

    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 to access. 3. Automatically testing is done and Network Status is displayed. Again: Performs automatic testing of the network connection for the TV and displays the current status again.
  • Page 199: My Home Cloud Settings

    my Home Cloud Settings Sets for an account to enjoy the cloud services. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > my Home Cloud Settings and press to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press to access.
  • Page 200: Viera Name

    VIERA Name Sets your favourite name for this TV. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > VIERA Name and press to access. 3. Enter characters and press to set. This name is used as the name of this TV on the screen of the other ●...
  • Page 201: Tv Remote App Settings

    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 to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press to access.
  • Page 202 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. - 202 -...
  • Page 203: Network Link Settings

    To use this function with your smartphone, you need to install the ● application for controlling VIERA on your smartphone. For information about the application: http://panasonic.net/viera/support (English only) For the operations, refer to the support information of the application. Changing the default configuration may result in higher energy ●...
  • Page 204 = Note = Depending on the area, this function may not be available. For details, ● consult your local Panasonic dealer. - 204 -...
  • Page 205: Tv Anywhere Settings

    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 - 205 -...
  • Page 206: File Sharing Settings

    File Sharing Settings File Sharing Server / 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 >...
  • Page 207: Mirroring Settings

    Mirroring Settings Settings for the mirroring function Functions > Mirroring > Mirroring Settings - 207 -...
  • Page 208: Do Not Track Setting

    Do Not Track Setting Sets to notify websites about tracking your browsing activities. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > Do Not Track Setting and press to access. 3. Select Tracking Mode About Do Not Track and press to access.
  • Page 209: Software Update

    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 to access. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. - 209 -...
  • Page 210: New Software Message

    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 to access. 3. Select and press to set.
  • Page 211: Selecting File

    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 Screen with HOME. 2. Select Devices and press to access.
  • Page 212: Viewing Photo

    Viewing photo ■ Playback To operate Single view ● : To the previous photo : To the next photo : Stop (return to list) : Slideshow To display / hide the operation guide ● To rotate 90° ● (blue) To return to list ●...
  • Page 213: Using Slideshow

    Using Slideshow Slideshow ends when all photos within the list are viewed. 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) ●...
  • Page 214: Selecting File

    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 Screen with HOME. 2. Select Devices and press to access.
  • Page 215: Watching Video

    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) –...
  • Page 216 To change aspect ● 1) Display Aspect Selection with ASPECT. 2) Select the mode and press to set. Aspect1: Displays the content in original size. Aspect2: Displays the content enlarged without distortion. – You can also change the mode pressing ASPECT. (Press repeatedly until you reach the desired mode.) –...
  • Page 217: Video Setup

    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 to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press to access. Video Preview Multi Audio Monaural Audio Dual Mono Audio...
  • Page 218 Subtitle Text Delay: Adjusts the delay time for the subtitles. Repeat / Off) Playback repeat within the selected file - 218 -...
  • Page 219: Audio Output Settings

    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.
  • Page 220: Music

    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 Screen with HOME. 2. Select Devices and press to access.
  • Page 221: Playing Music

    Playing music ■ Playback To operate playback ● : Rewind : Fast forward : Stop : 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.
  • Page 222: Music Setup

    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 Folder and press to set. Folder: Playback repeat within the selected folder One: Playback repeat of the selected one file - 222 -...
  • Page 223: Diga Recorder

    DIGA Recorder Controlling DIGA Recorder 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 Screen with HOME. 2. Select Devices and press to access.
  • Page 224: Photo Format

    Technical information Photo format ■ Supported Photo formats ● JPEG (.jpg, .jpeg, .mpo) 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.
  • Page 225: Video Format

    MP4 (.f4v, .m4v, .mp4) Video codec: H.264, H.265 (HEVC), MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4 Audio codec: AAC, 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...
  • Page 226 ● ASF (.asf, .wmv) Video codec: MPEG4, VC-1, WMV9 Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, HE-AAC, LPCM, MP3, WMA, WMA Pro Copy-protected files cannot be played back. ● ● FLV (.flv) Video codec: H.264 Audio codec: AAC, MP3 ●...
  • Page 227 ● WebM (.webm) Video codec: Audio codec: Vorbis ■ 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 ●...
  • Page 228: Music Format

    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.
  • Page 229: Information

    Functions Info Frame Information Info Frame is a convenient feature to provide you relevant information of the watching programme, recommendations, etc. It is displayed on the edge of screen when you need it. (Example) A broadband network environment is required to be able to use this ●...
  • Page 230 How to use You can check useful information using Info Frame while watching TV. 1. Press and hold HOME. Info Frame is displayed on the edge of screen. ● (Example) Current programme information, etc. Relevant information (weather forecast, etc.) Notification message Recommended content (TV programme, internet content, etc.) You can also display Info Frame pressing and holding (HOME) on...
  • Page 231: Settings

    Settings You can set items for Info Frame. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Display Settings > Info Frame at Power on and press access. 3. Set the item and press to store. Info Frame at Power on / Off) Displays Info Frame when the TV is turned on.
  • Page 232: Information

    Voice Control Information Voice Control function allows you to operate the TV (e.g. selecting a channel), search the content from various features, etc. with your speech. A broadband network environment is required to be able to use this ● function fully. Ensure the network connections and network settings are completed.
  • Page 233 How to use 1. Press of Touch Pad Controller to display the operation guide. You can also display it with saying “Hello television” to the TV (built-in ● microphone). When a confirmation screen is displayed, read carefully and start Voice ●...
  • Page 234 ■ To turn on the TV using Direct Voice Control function You can turn on the TV with saying “Television power on” to the TV (built-in microphone). Direct Voice Control to use this function. ● Functions > Voice Control > Settings The built-in microphone is available in Standby mode only when the ●...
  • Page 235: Settings

    Settings You can set items for Voice Control function. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Voice Control Settings and press to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press to access. Speech Detection Level Direct Voice Control Terms of Service Instructions for Voice Control...
  • Page 236: Note

    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 pronounce clearly and correctly – Volume level of your voice is too loud or too low. –...
  • Page 237: Information

    Touch Pad Controller Information Touch Pad Controller is designed for the convenient operations, especially, on Home Screen or internet content. You can operate the TV intuitively with this controller. Touch Pad Controller can be used exclusively for controlling this TV. ●...
  • Page 238: Pairing

    Pairing Perform the registration when Touch Pad Controller is used for the first time. The registration starts automatically when you press any buttons (except Standby On / Off switch) after installing batteries. To register again, take following steps. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.
  • Page 239: Identifying Controls

    Identifying controls Standby On / Off switch Volume Up / Down On-screen remote control – Press to display the remote control GUI (Graphical User Interface). – Press again to move the position of GUI. Swipe to select the button. – Press to exit the on-screen remote control.
  • Page 240 Return – Returns to the previous menu / page. Cursor buttons APPS – Displays Apps. = Note = To use Standby On / Off switch, point the controller directly at the TV’s ● remote control signal receiver because it works with infrared sensors. (You can operate the switch without registration.) - 240 -...
  • Page 241: Settings

    Settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > VIERA Touch Pad Controller and press to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press to access. Pairing Cursor Sensitivity Operation Guide 4. Follow the on-screen instructions. Pairing Registers Touch Pad Controller (supplied) to this TV.
  • Page 242 You need to install the application for controlling VIERA on your ● smartphone. For information about the application: http://panasonic.net/viera/support (English only) 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 ●...
  • Page 243: Tv Anywhere Settings

    TV Anywhere Settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > TV Anywhere Settings and press to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press to access. TV Anywhere Powered on by Swipe & Share Device ID Device Password 4.
  • Page 244 Mirroring How to use You can watch display images of other devices (smartphone, etc.) on the TV screen using a mirroring function. Smartphone, etc. 1. Display Home Screen with HOME. 2. Select Devices and press to access. 3. Select Mirroring and press OK.
  • Page 245: Mirroring Settings

    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 to access. Easy Mirroring Powered On by Easy Mirroring Delete All Pairings 4.
  • Page 246: Information

    Multi Window Information 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 Pre-view Pre-view To swap windows ● – Not valid while recording is in progress To exit multi window ●...
  • Page 247 How to use You can select a channel while watching another programme or external input. 1. Display Apps with APPS. 2. Select Multi Window and press 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) –...
  • Page 248 ■ 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...
  • Page 249: Note

    Note This function may not work properly depending on the signal format. ● Ensure that Dual Tuner Mode is set to Tuning Menu to display ● Freesat or Other Sat. / Satellite both in two windows. Not valid in Analogue ●...
  • Page 250: Summary Of Viera Link

    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.
  • Page 251 ● 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. HDMI terminal HDMI cable Equipment with VIERA Link function (DVD Recorder / DVD Player / Blu- ray Disc Player / HD Video Camera / LUMIX Camera) ■...
  • Page 252 ■ VIERA Link (HDMI and Audio out connections) Use a fully wired HDMI compliant cable. ● Connect the equipment supporting VIERA Link to the TV’s HDMI terminal ● via an HDMI cable. Use a fully wired SCART cable. ● Use the optical digital audio cable for audio output from the TV. ●...
  • Page 253 ■ 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 ●...
  • Page 254 ■ 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.
  • Page 255: Preparations

    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. ● Use a fully wired SCART cable. ●...
  • Page 256: Easy Playback

    Easy playback Automatic input switching - When the connected equipment is operated, the input mode is switched automatically. - 256 -...
  • Page 257: Power On Link

    Power on Link Power on Link 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.) - 257 -...
  • Page 258: Power Off Link

    Power off Link Power off Link 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 ●...
  • Page 259: Standby Power Save

    Standby Power Save Standby Power Save 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.
  • Page 260: Intelligent Auto Standby

    Intelligent Auto Standby Intelligent Auto Standby 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 (except for watching a disc).
  • Page 261: Viera Link Control

    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 to access. 3. Select VIERA Link Control and press to access.
  • Page 262 ■ 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. = Note = If you cannot operate the equipment, check the settings and the ●...
  • Page 263: Speaker Selection

    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 to access. 3. Select Speaker Selection and press to access. 4.
  • Page 264: Note

    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 ●...
  • Page 265: Using Child Lock

    Child Lock Using Child Lock 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.
  • Page 266 ■ 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) ●...
  • Page 267: Pin Number

    PIN number You can change the PIN number. 1. Select Change PIN and press to access. 2. Enter a new PIN number twice with Numeric buttons. = Note = Setting Shipping Condition erases the PIN number and all settings. ● - 267 -...
  • Page 268: Parental Rating

    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 to access. 2. Select an age for the restriction of programmes and press to set.
  • Page 269: Caution

    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 ●...
  • Page 270: Using Common Interface

    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 ●...
  • Page 271: Shipping Condition

    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 >...
  • Page 272: Information

    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 and press...
  • Page 273: Auto Update

    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 to access. 3. Select and press to set. If any software updates are available, a notification message will appear. ●...
  • Page 274: Manual Update

    Manual update You can update new software manually. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > System Menu > System Update > System Update Search and press to access. 3. Searches for an update (for several minutes) and displays a corresponding message if any.
  • Page 275: Using Numeric Buttons

    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 ! : # + - * _ ( ) “ ‘ % & ? , ; = $ [ ] ~ < > { } | ` ^ \ : a b c 2 A B C : d e f 3 D E F : g h i 4 G H I...
  • Page 276: Bluetooth Setup

    : HID (Human Interface Device Profile) compliant keyboards / mouse can be used. Additional information about the devices may be found on the following ● website. http://panasonic.net/viera/support (English only) 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Bluetooth Setup >...
  • Page 277: Keyboard

    Keyboard Keyboard Keyboards requiring the drivers are not supported. ● To change the language type, set Keyboard Layout. ● 1) Display the menu with MENU. 2) Select Setup > System Menu > Keyboard Layout and press access. 3) Select the language and press to set.
  • Page 278: Picture

    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 to access.
  • Page 279: Picture

    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 ●...
  • Page 280: Viewing Mode

    Picture Viewing Mode Selects your favourite picture mode for each input. (Dynamic Normal Cinema THX Cinema THX Bright Room True Cinema Custom Professional1 / Professional2) Watching > For best picture > Viewing Mode - 280 -...
  • Page 281: Basic Settings

    Basic settings Backlight, Contrast, Brightness, Colour, Tint, Sharpness Adjusts the levels of these options according to your personal preference. Watching > For best picture > Basic settings Sharpness is not available when 1080p Pixel by 4pixels is set to On. ●...
  • Page 282 For photo content ● Not valid when Viewing Mode is THX mode ● Adaptive Backlight Control Automatically controls the level of backlight according to the images. Watching > For best picture > Basic settings Resolution Remaster (Auto / Off) Enhances picture resolution to make the image sharper. Watching >...
  • Page 283 24p Smooth Film (Max / Off) Automatically compensates the picture frame rate to make the 24p source movie images smooth. Watching > For best picture > Basic settings This function is available only for 24p signal input and displayed instead of ●...
  • Page 284: Ambient Sensor

    Ambient Sensor Automatic Brightness Control function Adjusts picture settings automatically depending on ambient lighting condition. / Off) Watching > For best picture > Ambient Sensor - 284 -...
  • Page 285: Noise Reduction Settings

    Noise reduction settings Noise Reduction (Auto / Off) Reduces unwanted picture noise. Watching > For best picture > Noise reduction settings Not valid in the following conditions: ● – Game Mode is set to On. – 1080p Pixel by 4pixels is set to On.
  • Page 286: Advanced Settings

    Advanced Settings You can adjust and set up the detailed picture settings. Watching > For best picture > Advanced Settings This function is available when Viewing Mode is set to Cinema, True Cinema, Custom Professional1 / - 286 -...
  • Page 287: Option Settings

    Option Settings Game Mode / Off) Provides suitable images for fast response signals when playing games. Watching > For best picture > Option Settings Not valid in TV mode ● Film Cadence Mode / Off) Improves vertical resolution for movie images. Watching >...
  • Page 288 For HDMI ● Not all image may be displayed as pixel by pixel precisely. ● Not valid in the following conditions: ● – 3D – Multi window HDMI Content Type (Graphics Photos Auto / Off) Adjusts the picture settings of each HDMI input according to the selected content type.
  • Page 289: Screen Settings

    Screen Settings 16:9 Overscan / Off) Selects the screen area displaying the image for 16:9 aspect. Watching > For best picture > Screen Settings Not valid in the following conditions: ● – 4K content – Photo content – Game Mode is set to On.
  • Page 290: D Settings

    3D Settings 3D Mode Selects the 3D format manually. Watching > 3D > 3D Mode Selection 2D→3D Depth (Max / Min) Selects a level of 3D-image depth for viewing converted 2D images. Watching > 3D > 3D Settings 3D Adjustment / Off) Adjusts the 3D effect (except in 2D→3D mode).
  • Page 291: Lock Settings

    Lock Settings Locks the settings of Professional1 / 2 for each input. Watching > For best picture > Lock Settings - 291 -...
  • Page 292: Copy Adjustment

    Copy Adjustment Copies the picture settings of True Cinema, Custom, Professional1 Professional2 to those of the other input mode or Viewing Mode. Watching > For best picture > Copy Adjustment - 292 -...
  • Page 293: Reset To Defaults

    Reset to Defaults Resets the current Picture Viewing Mode to the default settings. - 293 -...
  • Page 294: Mode

    Sound Mode Selects your favourite sound mode for each input. (Standard Music Ambience / User) Watching > For best audio > Sound mode - 294 -...
  • Page 295: Basic Settings

    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.
  • Page 296: Volume Settings

    Volume settings Speaker Selection Home Cinema) 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 This function is available when the theatre speakers supporting VIERA ●...
  • Page 297: Voice Guidance Settings

    Voice Guidance Settings Voice Guidance / Off) Set to to enable voice guidance of the basic features (on-screen messages, etc.) for visually impaired users. Watching > For best audio > Voice Guidance Settings Not valid in multi window mode ● Speed (Fast Normal...
  • Page 298: Audio Description

    Audio Description Preferred Audio Type (Audio Description / Standard) Narration settings for visually impaired users Watching > For best audio > Audio Description For DVB ● Not valid in multi window mode ● Volume Adjusts the volume for Audio Description. Watching >...
  • Page 299: Advanced Settings

    Advanced settings NICAM / Off) Near Instantaneous Companded Audio Multiplex Reproduces NICAM stereo sound. Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings For Analogue ● Audio Preference (Multichannel Stereo / MPEG) Selects the initial setting for audio tracks. Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings For digital ●...
  • Page 300 HDMI Input (Digital / Analogue) Selects to fit the input signal. Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings For HDMI ● - 300 -...
  • Page 301: Reset To Defaults

    Reset to Defaults Resets the current Sound Mode to the default settings. - 301 -...
  • Page 302: Network Connection

    Network Network Connection Sets the network setting to use this TV in your network environment. Network > Network settings > Network Connection - 302 -...
  • Page 303: Network Status

    Network Status Displays and checks the network status (MAC Address, current network settings, etc.). Network > Network settings > Network Status - 303 -...
  • Page 304: My Home Cloud Settings

    my Home Cloud Settings Sets for an account to enjoy the cloud services. Network > Network settings > my Home Cloud Settings - 304 -...
  • Page 305: Viera Name

    VIERA Name Sets your favourite name for this TV. Network > Network settings > VIERA Name - 305 -...
  • Page 306: Tv Remote App Settings

    TV Remote App Settings Sets to control the TV from network equipment (smartphone, etc.). Network > Network settings > TV Remote App Settings - 306 -...
  • Page 307: Network Link Settings

    Network Link Settings Sets to control the TV with devices connected to the network. Network > Network settings > Network Link Settings - 307 -...
  • Page 308: Tv Anywhere Settings

    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 - 308 -...
  • Page 309: File Sharing Settings

    File Sharing Settings File Sharing Server / 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 >...
  • Page 310: Mirroring Settings

    Mirroring Settings Settings for the mirroring function Functions > Mirroring > Mirroring Settings - 310 -...
  • Page 311: Do Not Track Setting

    Do Not Track Setting Sets to notify websites about tracking your browsing activities. Network > Network settings > Do Not Track Setting - 311 -...
  • Page 312: Other Settings

    Other settings Software Update Checks for available software updates from the Panasonic website. Network > Network settings > Software Update New Software Message / Off) Selects whether to give a notification message when new software is found via network or not.
  • Page 313: Off Timer

    Timer Off Timer Sets the duration of time until the TV automatically goes into Standby mode. (minutes)) Watching > Basic > Off Timer - 313 -...
  • Page 314 Timer Programming Sets a timer to record forthcoming programmes. Recording > Timer Programming > Setting Timer Programming For digital ● - 314 -...
  • Page 315: Time Zone

    Time Zone Adjusts the time data. Watching > Basic > Adjusting time Ireland only ● - 315 -...
  • Page 316: Auto Standby

    Auto Standby Automatically turns the TV to Standby mode for energy saving when no operation is performed for 4 hours. / Off) Watching > Basic > Energy saving functions - 316 -...
  • Page 317: No Signal Power Off

    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. / Off) Watching > Basic > Energy saving functions - 317 -...
  • Page 318: Eco Navigation

    Setup Eco Navigation Automatically sets the TV to the most suitable energy-saving mode. Watching > Basic > Energy saving functions - 318 -...
  • Page 319: Voice Control Settings

    Voice Control Settings Settings for Voice Control function Functions > Voice Control > Settings - 319 -...
  • Page 320: Usb Device Setup

    USB Device Setup Formats the USB HDD or safely removes USB device. Recording > USB HDD setup > Setting for USB HDD - 320 -...
  • Page 321: Recording Setup

    Recording Setup Settings for the recording feature of the USB HDD Recording > Recording current programme > One Touch Recording - 321 -...
  • Page 322: Viera Touch Pad Controller

    VIERA Touch Pad Controller Pairing Registers Touch Pad Controller (supplied) to this TV. Functions > Touch Pad Controller > Pairing Cursor Sensitivity (Max / Min) Adjusts the sensitivity of the cursor. Functions > Touch Pad Controller > Settings Operation Guide Displays the operation guide of Touch Pad Controller.
  • Page 323: Bluetooth Setup

    Bluetooth Setup Settings for the specific devices supporting Bluetooth wireless technology Functions > Bluetooth devices > Bluetooth Setup - 323 -...
  • Page 324: Child Lock

    Child Lock Applies access control for channels or inputs to prevent unwanted access. Functions > Child Lock > Using Child Lock - 324 -...
  • Page 325: Tuning Menu

    Tuning Menu Favourites Edit Creates a list of favourite channels. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Favourites Edit For DVB, Other Sat., Satellite ● Channel List Skips unwanted channels or edits channels. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Channel List Regional Channel Edit Replaces your regional channels with available channels from another region.
  • Page 326 New Channel Message / Off) Selects whether to give a notification message when a new channel is found or not. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > New Channel Message For DVB ● Signal Condition Checks the signal condition. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Signal Condition Not valid in Analogue ●...
  • Page 327: Language

    Language Preferred Multi Audio Selects the preferred language for digital channel multi audio (depending on the broadcaster). Watching > Basic > Language UK only ● Preferred Audio 1 / 2 Selects the first and second preferred language for digital channel multi audio (depending on the broadcaster).
  • Page 328: Display Settings

    Display Settings Preferred Subtitle Type (Standard Hard of Hearing) Selects the preferred subtitle type. Watching > Basic > Subtitle Ireland only ● Teletext (FASTEXT / List) Selects analogue teletext display mode. Watching > Teletext > Teletext mode Teletext Character Set (West East1 / East2)
  • Page 329 Playing Time Display / Off) Set to 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 This function is available when Game Mode is set to On.
  • Page 330: Hdcp Setting

    HDCP Setting Select a version of HDCP according to the content you watch. (Auto / 1.4) Watching > 4K resolution > HDCP Setting For HDMI ● - 330 -...
  • Page 331: Hdmi Auto Setting

    HDMI Auto Setting Set to Mode1 when the image in HDMI input is not displayed properly. (Mode1 / Mode2) Watching > 4K resolution > HDMI Auto Setting For HDMI ● - 331 -...
  • Page 332: Viera Link Settings

    VIERA Link Settings VIERA Link / Off) Sets to use VIERA Link functions. Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Preparations Power on Link / Off) Sets to use Power on Link functions. Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Power on Link Power off Link / Off) Sets to use Power off Link functions.
  • Page 333: System Menu

    System Menu 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 >...
  • Page 334: Other Settings

    Other Settings Power on Channel List (All Channel List / Last) Automatically selects all channels or favourites list in the information banner when the TV is turned on. Watching > Basic > Selecting channel For DVB, Other Sat., Satellite ● USB Charge in Standby / Off) Enables charging from the USB port in Standby mode.
  • Page 335: Using Help Menu

    Support Help menu Using Help menu 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Help and press to access. 3. Select About Firefox OS TV Self Test System Information Device Information and press to access. About Firefox OS Displays the information about Firefox OS. TV Self Test Makes a diagnosis of picture or sound problems.
  • Page 336: Picture

    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.
  • Page 337 Is Backlight, Contrast, Brightness 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.
  • Page 338: Digital Tv

    Digital 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. Block noise, frozen or disappearing image occurs / Some channels cannot be tuned Check the position, direction and connection of the aerial or dish.
  • Page 339 No programmes shown on TV Guide Check the digital transmitter. ● Check the digital transmission by contacting Digital UK on 08456 50 50 50 ● or at the following website. www.digitaluk.co.uk Consult an aerial or dish engineer to check the alignment of your aerial or ●...
  • Page 340: Analogue Tv

    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.
  • Page 341: Sound

    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.
  • Page 342 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 view 3D images Cannot register a 3D Eyewear to the TV Has the 3D Eyewear been switched on and set to 3D mode? ●...
  • Page 343: Hdmi

    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 Set the sound setting of the connected equipment to “2ch L.PCM”.
  • Page 344: Network

    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.
  • Page 345 Check the connections and settings. ● Network > Network connections > Internet connection Network > Network settings The server or connected line may be busy now. ● - 345 -...
  • Page 346: Other

    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.
  • Page 347 Use Touch Pad Controller within approx. 3.2 m from the TV. (The range ● may be shortened depending on the obstacle between the TV and the controller, or the surrounding environment.) Voice Control function does not work Voice Control function may not work properly depending on the ●...
  • Page 348: Care And Cleaning

    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.
  • Page 349: D Eyewear

    Optional accessories 3D Eyewear ■ 3D Eyewear If you need 3D Eyewear, please purchase Panasonic optional accessory. ● Use Panasonic 3D Eyewear supporting Bluetooth wireless technology for ● active shutter 3D. For information about 3D Eyewear: ● http://panasonic.net/viera/support (English only)
  • Page 350: Wall-Hanging Bracket

    Wall-hanging bracket ■ Wall-hanging bracket Please contact your local Panasonic dealer to purchase the recommended ● wall-hanging bracket. = Warning = Using other wall-hanging brackets, or installing a wall-hanging bracket ● by yourself have the risk of personal injury and product damage. In order to maintain the unit’s performance and safety, be absolutely sure to ask...
  • Page 351: Licence

    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. SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.
  • Page 352 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) Firefox OS is powered by Mozilla, (4) the software licensed under the GNU LESSER GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE Version 2.1 (LGPL V2.1) and/or,...
  • Page 353 Please refer to the detailed terms and conditions thereof shown in the “Software License”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,...
  • Page 354 Ver.2.01...

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