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Page 1 TX-PR42ST60 TX-PR50ST60 TX-PR55ST60 TX-PR65ST60 e HELP English...
Page 2 Watching my Home Screen • Information • How to use • Settings Basic • Basic connection • Selecting channel • Information banner • Option Menu • Subtitle • Off Timer • Last view External equipment • External connection • Watching external input • Operating with TV’s remote control • HDMI features • Terminal information • Valid input signals For best picture • Viewing Mode • Ambient Sensor...
Page 3 Teletext • Viewing Teletext • Teletext mode • Note • 3D Eyewear - Functions • 3D Eyewear - Registration • 3D Eyewear - Replacing battery • Viewing 3D • 3D Mode Selection • 3D Settings • Source image format Tuning and editing channels • Setting menu • Favourites Edit • Channel List • Auto Setup • Manual Tuning • Update Channel List • New Channel Message...
Page 4 • Custom - Wired • Network Status • VIERA remote Settings • Network Link Settings • Software Update • New Software Message Home network DLNA • Information • Using DLNA Network connections • DLNA connection • Note Network settings • Network Connection • Custom - Wireless • Custom - Wired • Custom - Wireless Access Point • Network Status • VIERA remote Settings • Network Link Settings...
Page 5 Music • Selecting file • Playing music • Music Setup DIGA Recorder • Controlling DIGA Recorder Technical information • Photo format • Video format • Music format Media Player Using Media Player • Information • Selecting device / mode Photo mode • Selecting file • Viewing photo • Sorting photos • Multi Shot 3D • Using slideshow Video mode • Selecting file...
Page 6 • USB devices • Photo format • Video format • Music format Functions APPS List • Information • How to use • Settings VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” • Summary of VIERA Link • Preparations • Easy playback • Power on Link • Power off Link • Standby Power Save • Intelligent Auto Standby • VIERA Link Control • Speaker Selection • Note Child Lock...
Page 7 Updating the TV Software • Information • Auto update • Manual update Setting characters • Using numeric buttons Electronic Touch Pen • Information • Touch Pen Setup • Using Electronic Touch Pen Keyboard / Gamepad • Keyboard • Gamepad Settings Setting menu • How to use Picture • Viewing Mode • Basic settings • Ambient Sensor • Noise reduction settings • Intelligent Frame Creation...
Page 8 • Volume settings • Voice Guidance Settings • Advanced settings • Reset to Defaults Network • Network Connection • Network Status • VIERA remote Settings • Network Link Settings • Other settings Timer • Off Timer • Time Zone • Auto Standby • No signal Power off Setup • Eco Navigation • USB Device Setup • Touch Pen Setup • Child Lock • Tuning Menu...
Page 9 • Analogue TV • Sound • 3D • HDMI • Network • Other Maintenance • Care and Cleaning Information • Using Help menu Optional accessories • Electronic Touch Pen • 3D Eyewear • Communication Camera • Wall-hanging bracket Licence • Licence Letters enclosed in a box indicate remote control buttons. Menu Letters in cyan indicate on-screen display items. References in this eHELP The images shown in this eHELP are for illustrative purposes only.
Page 10 Watching my Home Screen Information “my Home Screen” is a gateway to the TV, applications, and more. It provides easy access to special features such as the Media Player, videos, games, communication tools, etc. as shown below (example). HOME HOME Home Screen Selected content screen (TV, application, etc.) Home Screen Selection...
Page 11 How to use Home Screen provides access to special features such as the Media Player, TV, internet content, data services, communication tools, etc. 1. Display Home Screen with HOME (Example) The last viewed Home Screen is displayed when the TV is turned on. ●...
Page 12 Settings Select the setup menu from the tool guide on the top of the screen, or use coloured button to display the setup menu. (Example) ■ Home Screen Selection 1. Display Home Screen Selection with HOME (Example) 2. Select the screen with and press to set Full Screen...
Page 13 ■ Search You can search the content from various features. 1. Select Search from the tool guide 2. Follow the on-screen instructions = Note = To use this function fully, you need a broadband network environment. ● Ensure the network connections and network settings are completed. Internet service Network connections Internet service...
Page 14 ■ DVD Recorder / VCR Terrestrial / cable terminal RF cable DVD Recorder / VCR Terrestrial aerial or cable AV1 (SCART) terminal SCART cable – AV1 (SCART) adaptor (supplied) is necessary when connecting to the ■ DVD Recorder / VCR and Set top box HDMI terminal HDMI cable Set top box...
Page 15 SCART cable – AV1 (SCART) adaptor (supplied) is necessary when connecting to the Terrestrial / cable terminal RF cable DVD Recorder / VCR Terrestrial aerial or cable For VIERA Link connections ● Functions VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” Summary of VIERA Link = Note = External equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this TV.
Page 16 ■ To select a channel from the channel list 1. Display the channel list with 2. Select a channel from the list with and press to watch To sort channel names in alphabetical order ● (red) To change the category ●...
Page 17 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 Programme start / finish time (except Analogue) Channel position, etc.
Page 18 Multiple audio available Multiple video available Multiple audio and video available Stereo, Mono: Audio mode Data service (Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV application) available Functions Data Service Application Using Data Service Application – 90: Off Timer remaining time Watching Basic Off Timer To confirm another tuned channel ●...
Page 19 Option Menu Confirm or change the current status. 1. Display Option Menu with OPTION 2. Select one of the following items with and press to access Voice Guidance Settings Multi Video Multi Audio Dual Audio Channel Subtitle Language Teletext Character Set Teletext Language Volume Correction The function items vary depending on the country you select.
Page 20 Teletext Character Set Sets the teletext language font. Settings Setup Display Settings Teletext Language Selects between alternative languages for teletext (if available). For DVB mode ● Selects multiplex sound mode (if available). Settings Sound Advanced settings For Analogue mode ● Volume Correction Adjusts the volume of each individual channel or input mode.
Page 21 When the remaining time is less than 3 minutes, the remaining time will ● flash on the screen. Last view Switch to a previously viewed channel or input mode easily with LAST VIEW. Press again to return to the current view. ●...
Page 22 ■ AV devices AV2 (COMPONENT) terminals Component cables DVD player AV2 (VIDEO) terminals Composite cables Camcorder / Game equipment ■ USB devices USB port USB cable Communication Camera = Note = It is recommended to connect the devices to the TV’s USB ports directly. ●...
Page 23 You cannot connect any devices by using USB card reader. ● Additional information for the devices may be on the following website. ● (English only) http://panasonic.net/viera/support ■ To listen with speakers DIGITAL AUDIO Optical digital audio cable Amplifier with speaker system To enjoy the sound from the external equipment in multi-channel sound ●...
Page 24 – This function is also available for HDMI connections. – When input mode is not switched automatically, perform as above or check the setup of the equipment. You can also select the input pressing on the remote control or ● INPUT/OK/HOLD for MENU button on the control panel of the TV.
Page 25 Start recording (DVD Recorder / VCR) ■ 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.
Page 26 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 an HDMI compliant (fully wired) cable.
Page 27 If the connected equipment has an aspect adjustment function, set the ● aspect ratio to “16:9”. These HDMI connectors are “type A”. ● These HDMI connectors are compatible with HDCP (High-Bandwidth ● Digital Content Protection) copyright protection. Equipment having no digital output terminal may be connected to the input ●...
Page 28 ■ 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 29 For best picture Viewing Mode 1. Display the menu with MENU 2. Select Picture Viewing Mode with and press to access 3. Select the mode with and press to set Viewing Mode (Dynamic Normal Cinema True Cinema / Custom) Selects your favourite picture mode for each input. Dynamic: Improves contrast and sharpness for viewing in a bright room.
Page 30 Ambient Sensor / Off) Automatic Brightness Control function ● Adjusts picture settings automatically depending on ambient lighting conditions. Auto power standby function The TV will automatically go into Standby mode in the following conditions: Off Timer is active. ● Watching Basic Off Timer No operation is performed for 4 hours while...
Page 31 Zoom: Displays a 16:9 letterbox or 4:3 image without distortion. Full: Displays a 4:3 image enlarged horizontally to fit the screen. For HD (High definition) signals ● Sidecut Just: Displays a 16:9 letterbox (anamorphic) image full-screen. Stretching is only noticeable at the left and right edges. For HD (High definition) signals ●...
Page 32 PAL 525/60 6.5 MHz PAL 525/60 6.0 MHz PAL 525/60 5.5 MHz M.NTSC 6.5 MHz M.NTSC 6.0 MHz M.NTSC 5.5 MHz ● AV1 (SCART) / AV2 (VIDEO) terminals Valid input signal format: SECAM PAL 525/60 M.NTSC NTSC : Control signal through SCART (pin 8) / HDMI terminal only ●...
Page 33 = Note = If the screen size looks unusual when a widescreen-recorded programme ● is played back on a VCR, adjust the tracking of the VCR. Read the manual of the VCR. Advanced Settings You can adjust and set up the detailed picture settings for each input when Viewing Mode is set to True Cinema...
Page 34 ■ Colour Gamut Colour Gamut (Normal / Native) Reproduces image colour precisely according to the colour gamut. Normal: Displays colours according to the colour gamut. Native: Displays deep colours by expanding the colour gamut to its maximum. For HDMI input or video contents of Media Player ●...
Page 35 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. Reset to Defaults Resets to the default Colour Management. ■ Gamma Gamma (2.6 Curve) Switches the gamma curve.
Page 36 Copy Adjustment Copies the picture settings of True Cinema Custom to those of another input or another Viewing Mode. 1. Display the menu with MENU 2. Select Picture Copy Adjustment Destination Viewing Mode Destination Input with and press to access 3.
Page 37 For best audio Sound mode 1. Display the menu with MENU 2. Select Sound Mode with and press to access 3. Select the mode with 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 38 TV Guide Using TV Guide TV Guide - Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) provides an on-screen listing of the programmes currently broadcast and the forthcoming broadcasts over the next seven days (depending on the broadcasters). 1. Display the TV Selection screen with 2.
Page 39 To watch the programme ● 1) Select the current programme with and press access – The current programme is displayed on the top left of the screen. 2) Press to exit TV Guide To the previous day (DVB) ● (red) To the next day (DVB) ●...
Page 40 Teletext Viewing Teletext 1. Switch to teletext with TEXT Displays the index page (content varies depending on the ● broadcasters). 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 41 ■ Watch TV and teletext in two windows at once 1. Press MENU twice 2. Set Picture and text with Operations can be made only in teletext screen. ● ■ Store frequently viewed pages in the colour bar (List mode) 1.
Page 42 ■ FLOF (FASTEXT) mode In FLOF mode, four differently coloured subjects are situated on the bottom of the screen. To access more information about one of these subjects, press the appropriate coloured button. This facility enables fast access to information on the subjects shown. ■...
Page 43 Note Display the image (TV, external input, etc.) full-screen for viewing 3D. ● If light appears to flicker under fluorescents or dimmers when using the 3D ● Eyewear, change the setting of 3D Refresh Rate. Watching 3D Settings Do not exert pressure on or scratch the lens of the 3D Eyewear. ●...
Page 44 Indicator lamp ● – Lights or flashes during use to show the status (see below). Protection film – Peel off the protection film on both side of the lens. Insulating sheet Battery cover – When using for the first time, remove the insulating sheet. Pull the insulating sheet.
Page 45 Do not use benzene, thinner or wax on the 3D Eyewear, otherwise this ● may cause peeling of the paint. Do not dunk the 3D Eyewear in liquid such as water. ● 3D Eyewear - Registration ■ First registration Perform the first registration when the 3D Eyewear is used for the first time. 1.
Page 46 3D Eyewear - Replacing battery When the battery is running low, the indicator lamp flashes 5 times on turning the 3D Eyewear on. In this case, early battery replacement is recommended. Dispose of the old batteries as non-burnable rubbish, or in line with the ●...
Page 47 ■ 3D-supported broadcast Please consult the suppliers of contents or programmes for availability of ● this service. ■ 3D photos and 3D videos taken by 3D-compatible Panasonic products Available in Media Player and Network services ● Media Player Home network ■...
Page 48 3D Mode Selection You can easily change the viewing mode between 2D and 3D with 3D. 1. Display the 3D Mode Selection screen with 2. Select the mode with and press to set Items of 3D Mode Selection vary depending on the condition. ●...
Page 49 3D Settings 1. Display the menu with MENU 2. Select Picture 3D Settings with and press to access 3. Select one of the following items with and press to access 3D Detection 3D Signal Message 3D Refresh Rate 2D 3D Depth 3D Adjustment L/R Picture Swap Edge Smoother...
Page 50 2D 3D Depth (Max / Min) Selects a level of 3D-image depth for viewing converted 2D images. 3D Adjustment / Off) Adjustment of the 3D effect (except in 2D 3D mode). Set to to enable Effect setting. When setting to On, a safety precaution message will appear. Read it ●...
Page 51 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 (Manual) and the source image format, and select the correct 3D mode. 3D images are displayed correctly with appropriate 3D format as following ●...
Page 52 Tuning and editing channels Setting menu You can retune channels, create your favourite channel lists, skip unwanted channels, etc. 1. Display the TV Selection screen with 2. Select the mode with and press to set DVB-C DVB-T Analogue 3. Display the menu with MENU 4.
Page 53 3. Press to add it to Favourite List To add all channels to the list ● 1) Press (yellow) 2) Press (green) to add all To add consecutive channels to the list at once ● 1) Press (yellow) 2) Make the channel block with and press to add 4.
Page 54 Channel List ■ Skip unwanted DVB / Analogue channels You can hide (skip) unwanted channels. The hidden channels cannot be displayed except in this function. 1. Select Channel List with and press to access 2. Select a channel with 3. Press to set Reveal Hide...
Page 55 3) Press BACK/RETURN to store = Note = If a VCR is connected only with the RF cable in Analogue mode, edit VCR. ● Auto Setup Automatically retunes the channels received in the area. This function is available if channel tuning is already performed. ●...
Page 56 ■ 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 57 2. Select the channel with Channel Up / Down button 3. Search with 4. Select Store with and press to set Fine Tuning to make small adjustments to the tuning of an individual ● programme (affected by weather conditions, etc.). If a VCR is connected only with the RF cable, select channel position 0.
Page 58 Internet service Internet content Information You can access some specific websites supported by Panasonic, and enjoy internet contents such as videos, games, communication tools, etc. from APPS List. (Example) To enable this function, you need a broadband network environment. ●...
Page 59 The services through APPS List are operated by their respective service ● providers and such service may be discontinued either temporarily or permanently without notice. Therefore, Panasonic will make no warranty for the contents or the continuity of the services. Some contents may be inappropriate for some viewers.
Page 60 Network connections Internet connection To use internet service, you need a broadband network environment. 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 61 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 62 Network settings Network Connection Ensure the connections are completed before starting network setup. Internet service Network connections ■ Quick setup - Wireless 1. Display the menu with MENU 2. Select Network Network Connection with and press to access Confirm the encryption key, settings and position of your access point ●...
Page 63 To set manually ● Internet service Network settings Custom - Wireless ■ Quick setup - Wired 1. Display the menu with MENU 2. Select Network Network Connection with and press to access 3. Select Quick setup with and press to access 4.
Page 64 Manual ● 1) Press (yellow) 2) You can set up SSID, security type, encryption type, and encryption key manually 3) Follow the on-screen instructions and set manually – When you use 11n (5 GHz) for the wireless system between the built-in wireless LAN and access point, select for the encryption type.
Page 65 Proxy: This is the address of the relay server connected between the browser and the target server and sends data to the browser. 1) Select Proxy with and press to access 2) Enter the address with or numeric buttons, and press to set 3) Press BACK/RETURN...
Page 66 Available settings are displayed automatically. ● To set manually, select and set IP Address Subnet Mask Default ● Gateway Address. Proxy Settings It is not required for normal household use. ● Some internet services may not be available depending on the proxy ●...
Page 67 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 with and press to access 3. Automatically testing is done and the Network Status screen is displayed Again: Performs automatic testing of the network connection for the TV and displays the current status again.
Page 68 Home network DLNA Information 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 69 And you need to install the application for controlling VIERA on your smartphone. For information of the application (English only): http://panasonic.net/viera/support For the operations, refer to the support information of the application. “Windows 7 / Windows 8” are the OS that have been tested for ●...
Page 70 : To use this function with your smartphone, you need to install the application for controlling VIERA in your smartphone. For information of the application (English only): http://panasonic.net/viera/support For the operations, refer to the support information of the application. Sharing the current programme may not be available when selecting radio ●...
Page 71 Using DLNA To use DLNA features, ensure the preparations of the media server, network ® connections and network settings are completed. Home network DLNA Information Home network Network connections Home network Network settings 1. Display APPS List with APPS 2. Select Media Server with and press...
Page 72 Network connections DLNA connection To use DLNA features, you need a home network environment and you can operate the features without a broadband network environment. To use internet service, you need a broadband network environment. ● Internet service Network connections Internet connection ■...
Page 73 ■ Wired connection (For DLNA and internet service) ETHERNET terminal LAN cable (Unshielded) Use the Unshielded Twist Pair (UTP) LAN cable. ● Hub or Router Internet environment DLNA Certified media server ■ Wireless connection (For DLNA) To use the TV as a wireless access point ●...
Page 74 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 you use the equipment compatible only with 100BASE-TX, category 5 or ●...
Page 75 Network settings Network Connection Ensure the connections are completed before starting network setup. Home network Network connections ■ Quick setup - Wireless 1. Display the menu with MENU 2. Select Network Network Connection with and press to access Confirm the encryption key, settings and position of your access point ●...
Page 76 To set manually ● Home network Network settings Custom - Wireless ■ Quick setup - Wired 1. Display the menu with MENU 2. Select Network Network Connection with and press to access 3. Select Quick setup with and press to access 4.
Page 77 Manual ● 1) Press (yellow) 2) You can set up SSID, security type, encryption type, and encryption key manually 3) Follow the on-screen instructions and set manually – When you use 11n (5 GHz) for the wireless system between the built-in wireless LAN and access point, select for the encryption type.
Page 78 Proxy: This is the address of the relay server connected between the browser and the target server and sends data to the browser. 1) Select Proxy with and press to access 2) Enter the address with or numeric buttons, and press to set 3) Press BACK/RETURN...
Page 79 Available settings are displayed automatically. ● To set manually, select and set IP Address Subnet Mask Default ● Gateway Address. Proxy Settings It is not required for normal household use. ● Some internet services may not be available depending on the proxy ●...
Page 80 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 81 For the operations, refer to the support information of the application. Device to upload contents Selects device to upload contents from the network equipment (smartphone, etc.). = Note = Depending on the area, this function may not be available. For details, ● consult your local Panasonic dealer. - 81 -...
Page 82 Remote Device List. Remote Device List Lists the equipment accessible to this TV on the home network. = Note = Depending on the area, this function may not be available. For details, ● consult your local Panasonic dealer. - 82 -...
Page 83 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 with and press to access 3. Follow the on-screen instructions New Software Message Selects whether to give a notification message when new software is found via network or not.
Page 84 Photos Selecting file Ensure the preparations of the media server, network connections and network settings are completed. Home network DLNA Information Home network Network connections Home network Network settings 1. Display APPS List with APPS 2. Select Media Server with and press to access 3.
Page 85 To display / hide the operation guide ● To rotate 90° ● (blue) To return to list ● BACK/RETURN 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 with 2.
Page 86 Repeat / Off) Slideshow repeat Back Ground Music (Off Type1 Type2 Type3 Type4 / Type5) Selects the background music during Photo mode. - 86 -...
Page 87 Videos Selecting file Ensure the preparations of the media server, network connections and network settings are completed. Home network DLNA Information Home network Network connections Home network Network settings 1. Display APPS List with APPS 2. Select Media Server with and press to access 3.
Page 88 : Rewind : Fast forward : Stop : Pause (displays the time seek bar) / Playback To display / hide the operation guide and information banner ● To the previous content ● (red) To the next content ● (green) To change aspect ●...
Page 89 Video Preview / Off) Sets to start the preview of the title or scene in the thumbnail view. Images may not be displayed for an instant in the thumbnail view. Set the ● preview to solve this. Multi Audio, Dual Audio, Dual Mono Audio Selects for selectable sound tracks (if available).
Page 90 SPDIF Selection (Auto / PCM) Selects the initial setting for digital audio output signal from DIGITAL AUDIO and HDMI2 (ARC function) terminals. SPDIF is a standard audio transfer file format. ● Auto: Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital and HE-AAC multi-channel are output as Dolby Digital Bitstream.
Page 91 Music Selecting file Ensure the preparations of the media server, network connections and network settings are completed. Home network DLNA Information Home network Network connections Home network Network settings 1. Display APPS List with APPS 2. Select Media Server with and press to access 3.
Page 92 To display / hide the operation guide ● To the previous track ● (red) To the next track ● (green) To return to list ● BACK/RETURN Music Setup Set up the settings for music file operations on this TV. 1. Display the option menu with OPTION 2.
Page 93 DIGA Recorder Controlling DIGA Recorder Ensure the preparations of the media server, network connections and network settings are completed. Home network DLNA Information Home network Network connections Home network Network settings 1. Display APPS List with APPS 2. Select Media Server with and press to access...
Page 94 Technical information Photo format ■ Supported Photo formats ● JPEG (.jpg, .jpeg, .mpo) Image resolution (pixel): 8 × 8 to 30,719 × 17,279 Sub-sampling: 4:4:4, 4:2:2, 4:2:0 DCF and EXIF standards ● Progressive JPEG is not supported. ● = Note = Some files may not be played back even if they fulfil these conditions.
Page 95 ● SD-Video (.mod) Video codec: MPEG1, MPEG2 Audio codec: Dolby Digital, MPEG Audio SD-Video Standard Ver. 1.31 (Entertainment Video Profile) ● The data may not be available if a folder structure on the device is ● modified. ● AVI (.avi) Video codec: H.264 BP/MP/HP, MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4 SP/ASP, VC-1, Windows Media Video Ver.
Page 96 Video codec: H.264 BP/MP/HP, MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4 SP/ASP Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, HE-AAC, MPEG Audio, MP3 This TV supports this container recorded with Panasonic products. For ● details, read the manual of the products. ● FLV (.flv) Video codec: H.264 BP/MP/HP...
Page 97 ■ 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 98 Media Player Using Media Player Information Media Player allows you to enjoy photo, video or music recorded on an SD Card and a USB Flash Memory. (Example) Photo mode: Still pictures recorded with digital cameras will be displayed. Video mode: Moving pictures recorded with digital video cameras will be played back.
Page 99 ■ 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 Insert or remove straight and completely.
Page 100 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 2. Display APPS List with APPS 3.
Page 101 ■ To change the device You can change the current device to another device directly in the same mode when two or more available devices are connected. 1. Display the device selection screen with (yellow) while the thumbnail is displayed 2.
Page 102 Photo mode Selecting file Select the file in the thumbnail view with 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 with and press...
Page 103 To rotate 90° ● (blue) To return to thumbnail ● BACK/RETURN 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 with and press...
Page 104 You can only select photos of the same recorded date and the same ● pixels. You may not be able to view the created 3D photo properly if you select ● photos for L and R in reverse. 4. Create the 3D photo with If your selected photos are not suitable for the 3D photo, the error ●...
Page 105 Interval Repeat Back Ground Music 4. Set with and press to store Frame (Off Multi Collage Drift (+ calendar) Drift Gallery (+ calendar) Gallery Cinema) Selects the frame type of the slideshow. Multi: 9 photos are displayed orderly at once. Collage: Each photo is displayed at a random position and random scale.
Page 106 Depending on the photo size, the photo may not be fully enlarged to fill the ● screen (e.g. portrait style picture). Burst Playback / Off) Selects whether to display burst photos in a fast-paced slideshow mode or not. Not valid when Frame is set to Drift, Gallery...
Page 107 File: The selected music file will be registered. Folder: All the music files in the folder which contains the selected music file will be registered. = Note = Picture quality may be degraded depending on the slideshow settings. ● Picture setting may not work depending on the slideshow settings. ●...
Page 108 Video mode Selecting file 1. Select the title in the thumbnail view with : 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 109 camera used. To repeat playback ● Media Player Video mode Video Setup ■ Playback To operate playback ● : Rewind : Fast forward : Stop : Pause (displays the time seek bar) / Playback To jump to the specified time point ●...
Page 110 – Aspect cannot be changed depending on the content. To return to thumbnail ● BACK/RETURN Video Setup Set up the settings for Video mode. 1. Display the option menu with OPTION 2. Select Video Setup with 3. Select one of the following items with and press to access Video Preview...
Page 111 Repeat / Off) Playback repeat within the title or selected file (depending on the content) 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 ●...
Page 112 Music mode Selecting file 1. Select the folder in the thumbnail view with 2. Start playback with (red) For supported file formats ● Media Player Technical information Music format ■ Thumbnail view To display / hide information of the highlighted content ●...
Page 113 To the next track ● (green) To return to thumbnail ● BACK/RETURN 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 3.
Page 114 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. SD Card ■...
Page 115 You cannot connect any devices using a USB card reader. ● Additional information for the devices may be found on the following ● website. (English only) http://panasonic.net/viera/support ■ USB Flash Memory (for playing back in Media Player) USB Flash Memory format: FAT16, FAT32 or exFAT USB HDDs formatted on a PC are not guaranteed to work in Media Player.
Page 116 Video format ■ Supported Video formats ● AVCHD (.mts) Video codec: H.264 BP/MP/HP Audio codec: Dolby Digital AVCHD Standard Ver. 2.0 (AVCHD 3D, AVCHD Progressive) ● The data may not be available if a folder structure on the device is ●...
Page 117 Video codec: H.264 BP/MP/HP, MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4 SP/ASP Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, HE-AAC, MPEG Audio, MP3 This TV supports this container recorded with Panasonic products. For ● details, read the manual of the products. ● FLV (.flv) Video codec: H.264 BP/MP/HP...
Page 118 ● PS (.mod, .mpg, .mpeg, .vob, .vro) Video codec: H.264 BP/MP/HP, MPEG1, MPEG2, VC-1 Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, HE-AAC, LPCM, MPEG Audio, ● TS (.mts, .m2ts, .tp, .trp, .ts, .tts) Video codec: H.264 BP/MP/HP, MPEG1, MPEG2, VC-1 Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS core, HE-AAC, MPEG Audio, MP3...
Page 119 Music format ■ Supported Music formats ● MP3 (.mp3) ● AAC (.m4a) Copy-protected files cannot be played back. ● ● WMA / WMA Pro (.wma) Copy-protected files cannot be played back. ● ● LPCM (.wav) ● FLAC (.flac) = Note = Some files may not be played back even if they fulfil these conditions.
Page 120 Functions APPS List Information Various applications (internet contents, network contents, Media Player, etc.) can be accessed easily from APPS List. ■ APPS List (Example) = Note = APPS List is subject to change without notice. ● How to use You can access special features such as internet contents, network contents, Media Player, etc.
Page 121 ● 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., without complicated settings.
Page 122 ● 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 (DIGA Recorder / DVD Player / Blu- ray Disc Player / HD Video Camera / LUMIX Camera) ■...
Page 123 ■ 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 or SCART cable for audio output from ●...
Page 124 : If the connected equipment has “HDAVI Control 5” function, you do not have to use this audio cable (Optical digital audio cable or SCART cable). In this case, connect the equipment to the TV’s HDMI2 terminal via an HDMI cable. ■...
Page 125 ■ 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, DIGA Recorder connected to Amplifier which is connected to the TV via an HDMI cable.
Page 126 Power on Link Power on Link in the Setup Menu to use this function. Settings Setup VIERA Link Settings When the connected equipment starts playback or direct navigator / function menu for the equipment is activated, the TV is automatically turned on. (Only when the TV is in Standby mode.) Power off Link Power off Link...
Page 127 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 List with APPS 2. Select VIERA Link with and press to access 3. Select VIERA Link Control with and press...
Page 128 = Note = If you cannot operate the equipment, check the settings and the ● equipment. Functions VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” Summary of VIERA Link Some operations may not be available depending on the equipment. In ● this case, use the remote control of the connected equipment. For details of the operations for the connected equipment, read the ●...
Page 129 equipment. Functions VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” Summary of VIERA Link 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”...
Page 130 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 131 = Note = Setting Shipping Condition erases the PIN number and all settings. ● Data Service Application Using Data Service Application You can enjoy Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV application that is one of the interactive data services for digital broadcasting. 1.
Page 132 broadband network environment. Ensure the network connections and network settings are completed. Internet service Network connections Internet service Network settings Not all the data services are available depending on the country, area and ● broadcaster. Depending on the connection environment, the internet connection may be ●...
Page 133 Common Interface Caution Turn the TV off with Mains power On / Off switch whenever inserting or ● removing the Common Interface (CI) Module. If a view card and a card reader come as a set, first insert the card reader, ●...
Page 134 DVB-C DVB-T 3. Display the menu with MENU 4. Select Setup Common Interface with and press to access 5. Select Slot 1: with , press and follow the on-screen instructions On-screen instructions may not correspond to the remote control buttons. ●...
Page 135 Shipping Condition Shipping Condition Resets the TV to its original condition (i.e. no channels tuned in). All settings are reset (channels, picture, sound settings, etc.). 1. Display the menu with MENU 2. Select Setup System Menu Shipping Condition with and press to access 3.
Page 136 Updating the TV Software Information A new version of software may be released for download to enhance the performance or operations of the TV. If there is an update available and the channel has the update information, a notification message is displayed. To install new software, select Standby with...
Page 137 Manual update You can update new software manually. 1. Display the menu with MENU 2. Select Setup System Menu System Update System Update Search with and press to access 3. Searches for an update (for several minutes) and displays a corresponding message if any 4.
Page 138 Setting characters Using numeric buttons You can enter characters for free input items using numeric buttons. Press the numeric button 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 139 Electronic Touch Pen Information This function allows you to paint or play games on the TV screen using Electronic Touch Pen (hereafter referred to as “Touch Pen”). Touch Pen is not included. Please purchase as necessary. ● Support Optional accessories Electronic Touch Pen The Touch Pen is available only for specific applications.
Page 140 – HDMI input – Photo / video contents of Media Player / Network services 3. Touch the pen tip to the TV screen for a few seconds 4. The confirmation screen is displayed and follow the on-screen instructions = Note = You can save the image into the SD card / USB Flash Memory after ●...
Page 141 Keyboard / Gamepad Keyboard Keyboards requiring the drivers are not supported. ● To change the language type, set USB Keyboard Layout. ● Settings Setup System Menu Characters may not be displayed correctly on the TV screen depending on ● the connected keyboard or the keyboard layout setting. Some of the keys of keyboards may correspond to the operation of the ●...
Page 142 Gamepad Check the gamepads that have been tested for compatibility with this TV ● at the following website. (English only) http://panasonic.net/viera/support Some of the keys of gamepads correspond to the operation of the remote ● control. Volume Up / Down...
Page 143 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 with and press to access 3.
Page 144 To change menu pages ● = Note = A different menu will be displayed in the mode of Media Player or Network ● services. Media Player Using Media Player Home network DLNA Using DLNA ■ Using control panel buttons 1. Press and hold INPUT/OK/HOLD for MENU button for 3 seconds to display the menu 2.
Page 145 Picture Viewing Mode Selects your favourite picture mode for each input. (Dynamic Normal Cinema True Cinema / Custom) Dynamic: Improves contrast and sharpness for viewing in a bright room. Normal: Normal use for viewing in a normal lighting condition. Cinema: Improves the performance of contrast, black and colour reproduction for watching movies in a darkened room.
Page 146 Ambient Sensor Automatic Brightness Control function Adjusts picture settings automatically depending on ambient lighting conditions. / Off) Noise reduction settings Noise Reduction (Auto / Off) Reduces unwanted picture noise. Not valid when 1080p Pixel Direct is set to ● MPEG Noise Reduction (Auto / Off) Reduces flicker noise in contoured parts of a picture and block noise.
Page 147 Option Settings Game Mode / Off) Provides suitable images for fast response signals when playing games. Not valid in TV mode ● To display a continuous record of time spent using Game mode, set ● Playing Time Display. Settings Setup Display Settings Film Cadence Mode / Off)
Page 148 AV Colour System (Auto SECAM M.NTSC / NTSC) Selects optional colour system based on video signals. For AV input ● 3D-COMB / Off) Makes still or slow moving pictures more vivid. Occasionally, while viewing still or slow moving pictures, colour patterning ●...
Page 149 Zoom Adjustments Adjusts the vertical position and size when aspect is set to Just, Sidecut Just, Zoom Sidecut Zoom. 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.
Page 150 3D Settings 3D Detection (On (Advance) / Off) Selects whether to switch to the 3D mode automatically or not. (Advance): Detects all the 3D format signals and displays the 3D image automatically. Detects the particular 3D format signals (Frame Sequential, etc.) and displays the 3D image automatically.
Page 151 Set to to enable Effect setting. When setting to On, a safety precaution message will appear. Read it ● carefully and press BACK/RETURN to go to Effect setting. When adjusting, take into account that the vision of 3D images varies ●...
Page 152 Sound Mode Selects your favourite sound mode for each input. (Standard Music Ambience / User) Standard: Provides the suitable sound quality for all types of scenes. Music: Improves sound quality for watching music videos, etc. Ambience: Improves spatial effects and provides clear sounds. User: Adjusts the sounds manually using the equaliser to suit your favourite sound quality.
Page 153 Balance Adjusts volume level of right and left speakers. Surround (Stadium Hall Natural / Off) Selects surround sound settings. Stadium: Provides the sound effect such as a stadium. Hall: Provides the sound effect such as a concert hall. Natural: Controls the reverberation to make the voice sound clearer. This function is effective only for the sound from TV speakers.
Page 154 If the back space between the TV and wall is within 30 cm, Up to 30cm ● recommended. If the back space between the TV and wall is over 30 cm, Over 30cm ● recommended. This function is effective only for the sound from TV speakers. ●...
Page 155 Audio Preference (Auto / MPEG) Selects the initial setting for audio tracks. Auto: Automatically selects the audio tracks if a programme has more than two tracks. The priority is given in the following order - Dolby Digital Plus, HE-AAC, Dolby Digital, MPEG. MPEG: The priority is given to MPEG.
Page 156 SPDIF Delay Adjusts the delay time of the sound output from DIGITAL AUDIO and HDMI2 (ARC function) terminals if the sound does not synchronise the image. For DVB mode ● HDMI1 / 2 / 3 Input (Digital / Analogue) Selects to fit the input signal. Watching External equipment HDMI features...
Page 157 Sets to control the TV with devices connected to the network. Home network Network settings Network Link Settings Other settings Software Update Checks for available software updates from the Panasonic website. Internet service Network settings Software Update Home network Network settings...
Page 158 Timer Off Timer Sets the duration of time until the TV automatically goes into Standby mode. (minutes)) Watching Basic Off Timer Time Zone Adjusts the time data. The time data will be corrected based on GMT. ● Auto Standby Automatically turns the TV to Standby mode for energy saving when no operation is performed for 4 hours.
Page 159 Setup Eco Navigation Automatically sets the TV to the most suitable energy-saving mode. The concerned items and their current settings are displayed. Select Set to to set them to the energy-saving settings at once. USB Device Setup Safely removes USB device. Touch Pen Setup Pairing Registers the Electronic Touch Pen (optional accessory) to this TV.
Page 160 Manual Tuning Searches for channels manually. Watching Tuning and editing channels Manual Tuning Update Channel List Updates the channel list while keeping your settings. Watching Tuning and editing channels Update Channel List For DVB mode ● New Channel Message / Off) Selects whether to give a notification message when a new channel is found or not.
Page 161 Language OSD Language Changes language for on-screen displays. Preferred Audio 1 / 2 Selects the first and second preferred language for DVB multi audio (depending on the broadcaster). Preferred Subtitles 1 / 2 Selects the first and second preferred language for DVB subtitles (depending on the broadcaster).
Page 162 East1: Czech, English, Estonian, Lettish, Rumanian, Russian, Ukrainian, etc. East2: Czech, Hungarian, Lettish, Polish, Rumanian, etc. Default Guide (Channel List Guide) Selects the default TV Guide type when pressing GUIDE. Guide: Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) is available. To use EPG ●...
Page 163 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. This function is available when Game Mode is set to On. ● Settings Picture Option Settings...
Page 164 Standby Power Save / Off) Controls the connected equipment to reduce power consumption in Standby. Functions VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” Standby Power Save This function is available when VIERA Link is set to Power off Link ● is set to On. Intelligent Auto Standby / Off) Makes non-watched or non-used connected equipment go into Standby mode...
Page 165 System Menu USB Keyboard Layout Selects the language that your USB Keyboard supports. For information of using Keyboard ● Functions Keyboard / Gamepad Keyboard Shipping Condition Resets all settings to the original condition. Functions Shipping Condition System Update Downloads new software to this TV. Functions Updating the TV Software Licence Menu...
Page 166 Picture 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. Auto aspect Auto aspect is designed to provide you with the best ratio to fill the screen.
Page 167 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.
Page 168 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 169 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 170 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 171 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 172 ● 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 173 authorised service centre. Permanently lit spots on screen Due to production process involved in this technology this may result in ● some pixels which are permanently lit or unlit. This is not a malfunction. - 173 -...
Page 174 Maintenance Care and Cleaning First, remove the mains plug from the socket outlet. ■ Display panel, Cabinet, Pedestal Regular care: Gently wipe the surfaces of the display panel, cabinet, or pedestal using a soft cloth to clean the dirt or fingerprints. For stubborn dirt: First clean the dust on the surface.
Page 175 Information Using Help menu 1. Display the menu with MENU 2. Select Help with and press to access 3. Select TV Self Test System Information Device Information with and press to access TV Self Test Makes a diagnosis of picture or sound problems. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Page 176 3D Eyewear TY-ER3D4ME, TY-ER3D4SE (Rechargeable type) ● – If you need 3D Eyewear additionally, please purchase this optional accessory. – Use Panasonic 3D Eyewear supporting Bluetooth wireless technology. – For more information (English only): http://panasonic.net/viera/eu/ Communication Camera ■ Communication Camera...
Page 177 – This camera can be used in the video communication tool. Internet service Internet content Selecting internet content – Depending on the area, this optional accessory may not be available. For details, consult your local Panasonic dealer. Wall-hanging bracket ■ Wall-hanging bracket TY-WK4P1RW ●...
Page 178 Carefully read the instructions accompanying optional accessories, and be ● absolutely sure to take steps to prevent the TV from falling off. Handle the TV carefully during installation since subjecting it to impact or ● other forces may cause product damage. Take care when fixing wall brackets to the wall.
Page 179 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 180 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) the software licensed under the GNU LESSER GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE Version 2.1 (LGPL V2.1) and/or, (4) open sourced software other than the software licensed under the LGPL V2.1.
Page 181 Please refer to the detailed terms and conditions thereof shown in the “Software Licence” 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,...
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