Please read these instructions before operating your set and retain them for future reference. The images shown in this manual are for illustrative purposes only. Please refer to Pan European Guarantee Card if you need to contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. English...
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• Using an unapproved pedestal or other fi xtures may make the TV unstable, risking injury. Be sure to ask your local Panasonic dealer to perform setup. • Use approved pedestals / mounts (p. 6). Do not allow children to handle SD Card •...
Caution When cleaning the TV, remove the mains plug • Cleaning an energized TV may cause electrical shock. When the TV is not going to be used for a long period of time, remove the mains plug • This TV will still consume some power even in the Off mode, as long as the mains plug is still connected to a live socket outlet.
Accessories / Options Standard accessories Remote Control • N2QAYB000241 Operating Instructions Pan European Guarantee Card • This product contains possibly dangerous parts (such as plastic bags), that can be breathed in or swallowed by young children accidentally. Keep these parts out of reach of young children. Optional accessories Wall-hanging bracket (vertical)
Do not use the pedestal if it becomes warped or physically damaged. • If you use the pedestal while it is physically damaged, personal injury may result. Contact your nearest Panasonic dealer immediately. During set-up, make sure that all screws are securely tightened. •...
Accessories / Options Rear of the TV Attach the clamper hole Insert the clamper in a hole Identifying Controls Increases or decreases the programme position by one. When a function is already displayed, press to increase or decrease the selected function. When in Standby mode, switches TV On. Mains power On / Off switch •...
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When in Standby mode, switches TV On Programme Information (p. 15) • Displays programme information Programme Up / Down • Selects programme in sequence VCR / DVD Panasonic equipment operations (p. 19) Normalize (p. 20) • Resets picture and sound settings to their default levels Input mode selection •...
Basic Connection External equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this TV. Please ensure that the unit is disconnected from the mains socket before attaching or disconnecting any leads. When disconnecting the mains lead, be absolutely sure to disconnect the mains plug at the socket outlet fi rst. Example 1 Connecting aerial TV only...
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Example 3 Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR and Set top box TV, DVD Recorder / VCR and Set top box Rear of the TV • HDMI 1 HDMI 2 VIDEO VIDEO S VIDEO HDMI 3 COMPONENT AUDIO AUDIO Fully wired HDMI compliant cable Push until both side tabs click...
Auto Setup Search and store TV programmes automatically. These steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed by your local dealer. INPUT OPTION SD CARD EXIT RETURN Plug the TV into mains socket and switch On (Takes a few seconds to be displayed) Select the language Menüsprache Deutsch...
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Many features available on this TV can be accessed via the On Screen Display menu. How to use remote control MENU Open the main menu Move the cursor / select the menu Move the cursor / adjust levels / select from a range of options Access the menu / store settings after adjustments have been made or options have been set RETURN...
Watching TV INPUT MULTI WINDOW OPTION SD CARD ASPECT EXIT RETURN Volume Other useful functions Hold Freeze / unfreeze picture Check or change the current programme status instantly Display the selectable Teletext Character Set settings for Sets the teletext language Setup Menu (p.
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Other useful functions Display Information banner • Also appears when changing a programme Example: 1 BBS CH05 Sound System Features available / Message meanings Display Information Sound mute On banner Teletext service available • To confi rm another tuned programme name •...
Viewing Teletext You can enjoy teletext broadcasting, including news, weather forecasts and subtitles, if this service is provided by the broadcasters. What is FLOF (FASTEXT) mode? In FLOF mode, four differently coloured subjects are situated at the bottom of the screen. To access more information about one of these subjects, press the appropriately coloured button.
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Stop automatic updating (If you wish to hold the current page without updating) HOLD Return to the main index page INDEX Call up a View a favourite page stored favourite F.P. page Watch TV and Teletext in two windows at once View in MENU multi...
Watching Videos and DVDs Connect the external equipment (VCRs, DVD equipment, etc.) and you can watch the input. • To connect the equipment The Remote Control is capable of operating some functions of selected Panasonic external equipment. INPUT OPTION SD CARD EXIT...
Panasonic equipment connected to the TV can be directly operated with the remote control. VCR / DVD switch Select VCR to operate Panasonic VCR or DVD equipment Select DVD to operate Panasonic DVD equipment or Player home theatre Standby Set to Standby mode / Turn on...
How to Use Menu Functions Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions. INPUT OPTION SD CARD EXIT RETURN MULTI WINDOW DIRECT TV REC To return to TV at any time EXIT To return to the previous screen RETURN To change menu...
Overview Main Menu VIERA Link Picture Sound Setup • Only available items can be selected. VIERA Link Menu Pause Live TV Access Direct TV Rec Start VIERA Link Control Recorder Speaker Selection Home Cinema (p. 37) Picture Menu Viewing Mode Dynamic Contrast Brightness...
How to Use Menu Functions Menu list Menu Item Pause Live TV Direct TV Rec VIERA Link Control Speaker Selection Viewing Mode Contrast, Brightness, Colour, Sharpness Tint Colour Balance Colour Management P-NR 3D-COMB Reset to Default Mode Bass Treble Balance Headphone Volume Surround Volume Correction...
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Menu list Menu Item AV Colour System Service List Edit VIERA Link Q-Link AV1 / AV2 out Power off Link Power on Link Download Child Lock Auto Setup Manual Tuning Off Timer OSD Language Teletext Teletext Character Set Shipping Condition Power Save Side Panel Picture Overscan...
Editing Programmes You can skip unwanted programmes or edit programmes. INPUT OPTION SD CARD EXIT RETURN To return to TV EXIT Display the menu MENU Select “Setup” Main Menu VIERA Link Picture Sound Setup Select “Service List Edit” Setup Menu Service List Edit Access Link Settings...
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You can hide unwanted services. The deleted services cannot be displayed except in this function. Use this function to skip unwanted programmes. Select a service and add / delete Service List Editor BBC1 ***** ***** You can change the programme name and programme position. •...
Tuning Programmes You can retune all the TV programmes when moving house or search for new services which may have recently started broadcasting. INPUT OPTION SD CARD EXIT RETURN To return to TV EXIT Display the menu MENU Select “Setup” Main Menu VIERA Link Picture...
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Automatically retune all programmes received in the area. • If a Child Lock PIN number (p. 28) has been set, it must be entered. Start Auto Setup Auto Setup All tuning data will be erased EXIT Start Auto Setup RETURN •...
Control Programme Audience You can lock specific programmes / AV input terminals and control who watches them. (When the locked programme / input is selected, a message appears; by entering the PIN number, you can watch it.) INPUT OPTION SD CARD EXIT RETURN To return to TV...
Restore Settings Resets the TV to its original condition, i.e. no programmes tuned in. All settings (programmes, picture, sound quality, etc.) are reset. INPUT OPTION SD CARD EXIT RETURN To return to TV EXIT Check the message and initialise Shipping Condition All tuning data will be erased Are you sure? Are you sure?
Input Labels For easier identifi cation and selection of the input mode, you can label each input terminals or skip terminal that is not connected to any equipment. • To select the input mode INPUT OPTION SD CARD EXIT RETURN To return to TV EXIT p.
Displaying PC Screen on TV The screen of the PC connected to the TV can be displayed on the TV. You can also listen to PC sound with the audio cable connected. • To connect PC p. 40 INPUT OPTION SD CARD EXIT RETURN To return to TV...
Viewing from SD Card Still images recorded by digital cameras will be displayed. INPUT OPTION SD CARD EXIT RETURN To return to TV EXIT SD CARD Insert the SD Card • Warning message for output signal is displayed. Enter SD mode (Photo View Mode) •...
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Electrical interference, static electricity, or erroneous operation may damage the data or card. • Back up the recorded data at regular intervals in case of deteriorated or damaged data or erratic operation of the TV. (Panasonic is not liable for any deterioration or damage of recorded data.) Message Cannot read fi le Is SD Card in? No valid fi...
Use fully wired SCART cable. • HDMI cable Use fully wired HDMI compliant cable. Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilized. Recommended Panasonic’s HDMI cable part number: • RP-CDHG10 (1.0 m) • RP-CDHG15 (1.5 m) • RP-CDHG20 (2.0 m) • RP-CDHG30 (3.0 m) •...
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Preparations • Connect the DVD Recorder / VCR with the following logos: “Q-Link”, “NEXTVIEWLINK”, “DATA LOGIC”, “Easy Link”, “Megalogic” or “SMARTLINK” • Q-Link connection p. 34 • Set up the DVD Recorder / VCR. Read the manual of the equipment. •...
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Link Functions Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with Panasonic products which have “HDAVI Control” function. This TV supports “HDAVI Control 3” function. Connections to the equipment (DIGA Recorder, HD Video Camera, Player theatre, Amplifier, etc.) with HDMI and SCART cables allow you to interface them automatically.
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Features available (Using VIERA Link Menu) You can pause the live TV programme and resume later. • This function is available with DIGA Recorder which has HDD and “HDAVI Control 3” function. • Connect DIGA Recorder with both HDMI and SCART cables to use this function. •...
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Link Functions Features available (Using VIERA Link Menu) You can control some functions of the connected equipment with this TV remote control (point the remote control at the TV’s signal receiver). • This function is available with the equipment which has “HDAVI Control 2” or “HDAVI Control 3”...
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• About HDMI cable for connecting Panasonic HD Video Camera, read the manual of the equipment. • If more than one equipment of the same type are connected to the TV by HDMI cables, for example two DIGA Recorders to HDMI1 and HDMI2, VIERA Link will only be available for the lower terminal number, in this case HDMI1.
External Equipment These diagrams show our recommendations for how to connect the TV to your various equipment. For other connections, consult the instructions for each piece of equipment, the table below, and the specifi cations (p. 47). (VIDEO) (S-VIDEO) (M3 stereo mini plug) Headphones To adjust volume...
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HDMI equipment Recorder Fully wired HDMI compliant cable (Listening) HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 AUDIO RCA cable (Listening) COMPONENT AUDIO OUT Conversion adapter (if necessary) (Viewing) VIDEO VIDEO S VIDEO COMPONENT AUDIO (Viewing) To watch satellite broadcasts Computer cable To record / playback DVD Recorder /...
Technical Information The optimum size and aspect can be chosen, and you can enjoy fi ner images. (p. 15) Auto Auto aspect determines the best aspect ratio to use to fi ll your screen. It does this using a four step process to determine if the picture being viewed is a widescreen picture.
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If miniSD Card is used, insert / remove it together with the adapter. • Check the latest information on the card type at the following website. (English only) http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs/ DCF (Design rule for camera file system): Unified standard established by Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA). Note •...
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• PC signal is magnifi ed or compressed for display, so that it may not be possible to show fi ne detail with suffi cient clarity. PC connection TH-37PV80P 768 × 720 pixels 1,024 × 720 pixels Signal Name Pin No.
FAQs Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to resolve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. White spots or shadow images (noise) • Check the position, direction, and connection of the aerial.
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FAQs Problem Chaotic image, noisy No image can be displayed Blurry or distorted image (no sound or low volume) Unusual image is displayed No sound is produced Sound level is low or sound is distorted Sound is unusual Pictures from external equipment are unusual when the equipment is connected via HDMI...
Design and Specifi cations are subject to change without notice. Mass and Dimensions shown are approximate. • This equipment complies with the EMC standards listed below. EN55013, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3, EN55020, EN55022, EN55024. TH-37PV80P VHF H1 - H2 (ITALY) UHF E21 - E69 CATV S1 - S10 (M1 - M10)
Warranty Service purposes. Model Number Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. Web Site : http://www.panasonic-europe.com 2008 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Serial Number...