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Summary of Contents for Panasonic Viera TX-26LE8A
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Page 1: Operating Instructions
Operating Instructions LCD TV TX-26LE8A Model No. 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. TQB4GC0091... -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Dear Panasonic Customer Welcome to the Panasonic family of customers. We hope that you will have many years of enjoyment from your new LCD TV. Contents Warnings and Cautions ...2 Important Installation Notices ...3 Accessories / Options ...4 Identifying Controls ...5 Basic Connection...6... -
Page 3: Important Installation Notices
Important Installation Notices ■ Install TV on a stable surface If a television is not positioned in a sufficiently stable location, it can be potentially hazardous due to falling. Many injuries, particularly to children, can be avoided by taking simple precautions such as: Using cabinets or stands recommended by the manufacturer of the television. -
Page 4: Accessories / Options
Do not burn or breakup batteries. Close WARNING Failure to use a Panasonic bracket or choosing to mount the unit yourself will be done at the risk of the consumer. Any damage resulting from not having a professional installer mount your unit will void your warranty. -
Page 5: Identifying Controls
Identifying Controls Mains power Remote control On/Off switch signal receiver Power indicator: (Range: 7 metres) Standby: RED C.A.T.S. (Contrast Automatic Tracking System) sensor Power ON: GREEN senses brightness to adjust picture quality when Picture mode is set to Eco. Switches TV to On or Standby (Mains power must be on) Select Aspect ratio Confirm selected option... -
Page 6: Basic Connection
Basic Connection External equipments and cables shown are not supplied with this TV. Please ensure that unit is disconnected from the mains socket before attaching or disconnecting any leads. Connecting aerial Mains plug types vary between countries. The power plug shown above may, therefore, not be the type fitted to your set. -
Page 7: Initial Setup
Initial Setup These steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed by your local dealer. Turn On the TV with the mains power On / Off switch Select the picture setting “Home” is the recommended mode for viewing at home. -
Page 8: Auto Tuning
Auto Tuning Display the menu Select and access “Setup menu” Select and access “Tuning menu” Select the item (Sys select / Auto tuning) Change or access To exit To return to the previous screen Sys select (System selection) Select the system of your area. (China / HK/UK / Asia/M.East / NZ/INDONES / Australia / E.Europe / SPECL Ver / America / CATV / Japan) Auto tuning... -
Page 9: Watching Tv
Watching TV Turn power on Mains power On/Off switch should be On. If “Shop” is displayed on the top right of the screen, select “Home” in “Viewing Environment”. (page 7) Select a programme number Other Useful Functions (Operate after Freeze / unfreeze picture Picture Still Check or change the... -
Page 10: Watching Videos And Dvds
Some operations may not be possible on some equipment models. Displays the selected mode Select VCR to operate Panasonic VCR or DVD Select DVD to operate Panasonic DVD or Home Player theatre Standby mode / Turn on... -
Page 11: Viewing Teletext
Viewing Teletext In FASTEXT mode, four differently coloured subjects are situated at the bottom of the display. To access more information about one of these subjects, press the corresponding coloured button. This facility enables fast access to information on the subjects shown. In List mode, four differently coloured page numbers are situated at the bottom of the screen. -
Page 12: Viewing Teletext
Viewing Teletext (continued) Return to the main index page INDEX Favourite pages Watch TV and Teletext in two windows at once Picture and text Operations can be made only in Teletext screen. Store frequently viewed pages (programme position 1 to 25) in the colour bar As page is displayed Store... -
Page 13: How To Use Menu Functions
How to use Menu Functions Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions so that you can enjoy watching TV in your own way. To return to TV To return to the previous screen Display the menu Select and access the... - Page 14 How to use Menu Functions (continued) Main Menu Overview select access access select select store (Required by some functions) To return to TV To return to the previous screen Only available items can be selected. Auto Refer to page 8, 17 Refer to page 19,...
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Page 15: Colour Temperature
Pause the live TV programme and resume later (page 20) Control the connected DIGA recorder to start or stop recording current TV programme (page 20) Controls the connected Panasonic equipment “Easy control only with VIERA remote control” (page 21) “Speaker control” (page 22) You can also access VIERA Link Menu directly using the VIERA Link button on the remote control. -
Page 16: How To Use Menu Functions
How to use Menu Functions (continued) Menu Item Balance Headphone volume Surround HDMI1 input Reset to Default VIERA Link Teletext Off timer Child lock Blue back VCR/GAME Tuning menu Colour system Colour matrix Viewing environment Adjustment / Configurations Adjusts volume level of right and left speakers Adjusts the volume level of the headphones Gives a greater spatial effect by using dynamic enhancer (Off / On) Switching is also possible by SURROUND button on the remote... -
Page 17: Cord
Editing and Setting Channels The current channel settings can be changed according to your needs and reception conditions. To freely change settings after Auto setup 1 Select the programme number and search through the channel Programme number CH 2 Manual tuning For Manual tuning using the buttons on the unit Set manually Manual tuning... -
Page 18: Displaying Pc Screen On Tv
Displaying PC Screen on TV The screen of the PC connected to the TV can be displayed on the TV. You can also listen to PC sound with the audio cable connected. To connect PC (page 23) To return to TV PC menu setting (changed as desired) To make settings “How to Use Menu Functions”... -
Page 19: External Equipment
External Equipment VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with Panasonic products which have “HDAVI Control” function. HDMI connections to some Panasonic equipment (Panasonic DVD Recorder DIGA) allow you to enjoy easy playback. Connections for VIERA Link Use fully wired HDMI compliant cable. - Page 20 External Equipment (continued) Using VIERA Link menu This function is available with DIGA Recorder which has HDD and “HDAVI Control” function when watching TV programme or input from DIGA Recorder. If you cannot operate, check the “VIERA Link” setting in “Setup menu” (page 19) and the equipment.
- Page 21 External Equipment (continued) You can control some functions of the connected Panasonic equipment with this TV remote control (point the remote control at the TV’s signal receiver). This function is available with equipment which has “HDAVI Control” function. If you cannot operate, check the “VIERA Link” setting in “Setup menu” (page 19) and the equipment.
- Page 22 Easy playback is also available when using the remote control for Amplifier or Player theatre. Read the manual of the equipment. 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.
- Page 23 External Equipment (continued) These diagrams show our recommendations for how to connect the TV unit to your various equipment. S VIDEO 4 pin terminal Chrominance in Luminance in Chrominance earth Luminance earth Rear of TV Camcorder / Game equipment (S-VIDEO) (VIDEO) (M3 plug) (AUDIO)
- Page 24 External Equipment (continued) Types of connectable equipment to each connector Connector Recording/ Playback (equipment) To record / playback (VCR / DVD recorder) To watch DVDs To watch camcorder images (Video camera) To watch satellite broadcasts (Set top box) To play games VIERA Link Connect the S-VIDEO or VIDEO terminal when using AV3 IN terminals.
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Page 25: Aspect Ratio
Aspect Ratio The optimum size and aspect can be chosen, and you can enjoy finer images. Signal name PAL I PAL 525/60 M.NTSC NTSC 525(480)/60i 525(480)/60p 625(576)/50i 625(576)/50p 750(720)/50p 750(720)/60p 1125(1080)/50i 1125(1080)/60i PC input Note The ratio varies depending on the programme, etc. If the ratio is greater than the standard “16:9” black bands may appear at the top and bottom of the screen. -
Page 26: Hdmi Connection
HDMI Connection HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) allows you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high quality sound by connecting the TV and the equipment. HDMI-compatible equipment (*1) with a HDMI or DVI output terminal, such as a set top box or a DVD player, can be connected to the HDMI terminal using a HDMI compliant (fully wired) cable. -
Page 27: Control With Viera Link
Control with VIERA Link HDMI connections to some Panasonic equipment allow you to enjoy the easy playback. Setup the equipment to enable this function. Read the manual of the equipment. Switch the TV until on again with the equipment on when connection or setup is changed. -
Page 28: Stereo / Bilingual Sound Selection
S-VGA is a registered trademark of the Video Electronics Standard Association. Even if no special notation has been made of company or product trademarks, these trademarks have been fully respected. HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. Mode Indicator Type of broadcast... -
Page 29: Faqs
FAQs Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to resolve the problem. If problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer or Panasonic Customer Care Centre for assistance. White spots or shadow images (noise) Check the position, direction, and connection of the aerial. -
Page 30: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Symptoms Picture Snowy Picture Multiple Image Interference Normal Picture No Picture No Colour Poor or Distorted Picture Normal Picture There may be red spots, blue spots, green spots and black spots on the screen “VIERA Link” function does not work Poor Video. -
Page 31: Specifications
Specifications Power Source AC SINGLE 230V, 50Hz Average use 102 W Standby condition 1.0 W Aspect Ratio 16:9 Visible screen size 66.1 cm (diagonal) (No. of pixels) 576 mm (W) x 324 mm (H) 1,049,088 (1,366 (W) x 768 (H)) Speaker Full range x 2 pcs, 8 Ω... - Page 32 WARRANTY - New Zealand only NEW ZEALAND Distributed in New Zealand by Panasonic New Zealand Limited 350 Te Irirangi Drive East Tamaki, Private Bag 14911, Panmure Auckland Tel. 09 272 0100 Customer Care Center Email: Customerservice@nz.panasonic.com www.panasonic.co.nz Customer’s Record The model number and serial number of this product may be found on its rear panel. You should note...
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