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Summarization of Contents
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Before use
Essential information before operating the TV, including licensing and features overview.
Licence
Details regarding trademarks and software licenses used in the product.
Features
Home
Introduction to the Home screen as a gateway to TV programs, apps, and devices.
DVB-via-IP
Information on the TV's capability to connect to DVB-via-IP servers for broadcast streaming.
Easy Mirroring
Guide on displaying images from other devices like smartphones onto the TV screen.
Home
Information
Details about the Home screen's function as a central hub for TV content and applications.
How to use
Step-by-step instructions for navigating and using the Home screen features.
Pin to HOME
Instructions on how to add shortcuts for frequently used features to the Home screen.
Option menu
Customizing the Home screen by managing shortcuts and their positions.
Live TV
How to use
Guide on accessing and using the Live TV function for watching programmes.
Option Menu
Options for customizing the TV viewing experience, such as audio and subtitle settings.
Apps
How to use
Instructions for accessing and using various applications available on the TV.
Option menu
Managing applications, including pinning to Home, locking, and uninstalling.
Devices
How to use
Guide on accessing connected devices like HDMI equipment, USB, and network devices.
Option menu
Options for managing connected devices, such as accessibility and video output settings.
Watching
Basic
Covers essential watching functions: connection, channel selection, and basic features.
Basic connection
Instructions for connecting the TV to satellite dishes, aerials, and external devices.
Selecting channel
Methods for selecting TV channels using various input modes and guides.
Information banner
Details on how to display and interpret the information banner for TV programmes.
Subtitle
Guide on displaying and setting preferred subtitle languages and types.
Last view
Function to easily switch to a previously viewed channel or input mode.
Off Timer
Setting the TV to automatically switch to Standby mode after a fixed period.
Energy saving functions
Overview of energy-saving features like Auto Standby and No signal Power off.
External equipment
External connection
Recommendations for connecting various external devices via HDMI, AV, and USB.
Watching external input
Connecting and watching content from external equipment like VCRs and DVD players.
Operating with TV’s remote control
Using the TV remote to control connected equipment in Media Player or recording functions.
HDMI features
Information on HDMI interface capabilities, including applicable features and DVI connection.
HDMI HDR Setting
Guide on setting up HDR brightness for enhanced visual quality with HDR devices.
Valid input signals
List of supported signal formats for COMPONENT and HDMI connections.
For best picture
Viewing Mode
Selecting preferred picture modes like Dynamic, Cinema, Sport, or Game for optimal viewing.
Aspect
Adjusting the image aspect ratio (image size) to fit the screen correctly.
Basic settings
Adjusting fundamental picture settings like backlight, contrast, color, and sharpness.
Advanced Settings
Detailed picture adjustments for specific viewing modes like Cinema or Custom.
Option Settings
Configuring advanced picture options such as Game Mode, HDMI Content Type, and Colour System.
Screen Settings
Adjusting screen display options like aspect ratio, overscan, and screen blanking.
For best audio
Sound mode
Selecting preferred sound modes such as Standard, Music, Speech, or Stadium.
Basic settings
Adjusting basic audio settings like Bass, Treble, Equaliser, and Surround sound.
Volume settings
Configuring speaker selection, TV speaker settings, and headphone volume.
Voice Guidance Settings
Setting up voice guidance for basic features and web browser content.
Advanced settings
Advanced audio configurations including MPX, Audio Preference, and HDMI audio formats.
TV Guide
Using TV Guide
Guide on how to access and use the Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) for broadcast information.
Timer Programming
Setting timers to record forthcoming programmes directly to a USB HDD.
Teletext
Viewing Teletext
Instructions on how to access and navigate Teletext services.
Teletext mode
Selecting different Teletext modes like TOP, FLOF (FASTEXT), and List mode.
Teletext Character Set
Selecting the teletext language font for displaying text information.
Tuning and editing channels
Channel List Editor
Editing the channel list by adding, deleting, and moving DVB channels.
Favourites Editor
Creating and managing lists of favourite channels for easy access.
Auto Setup
Automatically retuning receivable channels based on antenna system and satellite.
Manual Tuning
Manually searching for channels for DVB-S, DVB-C, DVB-T, and Analogue TV.
Update Channel List
Updating the DVB channel list to add new channels or modify existing ones.
Other settings
Managing favourite networks, new channel messages, service replacement, and attenuator.
Selectable satellites
List of selectable satellites and dish alignment guidance for tuning DVB-S channels.
Recording
USB HDD setup
Preparing and setting up a USB HDD for recording and playback on the TV.
Recording current programme
Recording the current programme immediately or using the REW LIVE TV function.
Timer Programming
Setting timers to record future programmes, including setting and editing timer events.
Technical information
Information regarding USB HDD capacity, usage, and performance considerations.
Media Player
Using Media Player
Guide to enjoying photo, video, or music content from USB flash drives or network devices.
Recorded TV mode
Selecting and playing back recorded TV programmes from the USB HDD.
Connected device
Precautions for handling connected devices like USB flash memory and HDDs.
Supported format
Information on supported photo, video, subtitle, and music file formats.
Network
Internet content
Accessing internet content like videos and games through specific websites and apps.
DLNA
Information on DLNA Certified products and sharing content within a home network.
Network connections
Guides for establishing wireless and wired internet connections for the TV.
DLNA connection
Setup instructions for wireless and wired DLNA connections for media sharing.
Network settings
Configuring network settings, including quick setup, custom wireless/wired, and status checks.
Photos
Selecting and viewing photo files from media servers and network devices.
Videos
Selecting and watching video files from media servers and network devices.
Music
Selecting and playing music files from media servers and network devices.
Functions
Mirroring
Using the mirroring function to display content from smartphones or other devices on the TV.
DVB-via-IP
Connecting to DVB-via-IP servers for broadcast streaming and server selection.
VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™”
Overview and features of VIERA Link for easy control and interoperability of connected HDMI devices.
Child Lock
Setting access restrictions for channels, inputs, and applications using a PIN number.
Data Service Application
Using Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV applications for interactive data services.
Common Interface
Using Common Interface
Guide on inserting and using a CI module for accessing encrypted channels and services.
Shipping Condition
Shipping Condition
Resets the TV to its original factory condition, including tuning and settings.
Updating the TV Software
Auto update
Automatically updating the TV's software via network for enhanced performance.
Manual update
Manually searching and downloading new software updates for the TV.
Setting characters
Using Numeric buttons
Entering characters for free input items using the TV's numeric buttons.
Keyboard
Keyboard
Information on connecting and using USB keyboards with the TV for input and operation.
Settings
Setting menu
Overview of how to navigate menus and make settings for picture, sound, and other functions.
Picture
Comprehensive guide to picture settings, including viewing modes, basic, advanced, and option settings.
Sound
Detailed settings for sound modes, basic audio adjustments, volume, and advanced configurations.
Network
Network setup and configuration, including connection types, settings, and device management.
Timer
Timer functions for automatic standby, programming, and energy saving.
Setup
Configuration options for Eco Navigation, USB setup, recording, child lock, tuning, and language.
Support
Help menu
Accessing the Help menu for self-tests, system information, and device information.
FAQs
Troubleshooting common picture, digital TV, analogue TV, sound, HDMI, and network issues.
Maintenance
Guidelines for cleaning and maintaining the TV display panel, cabinet, and mains plug.
FAQs
Picture
Troubleshooting common picture problems like auto aspect, black and white images, and no image display.
Digital TV
Troubleshooting common issues with digital TV reception, block noise, and DVB-S auto setup.
Analogue TV
Troubleshooting common analogue TV issues like white spots and poor channel reception.
Sound
Troubleshooting sound issues like no sound production, low volume, or distorted audio.
HDMI
Troubleshooting HDMI connection issues related to sound, picture quality, and cable connections.
Network
Troubleshooting network connection problems, DLNA operations, and internet content access.
Other
Troubleshooting VIERA Link function, TV parts becoming hot, and error messages.
Maintenance
Care and Cleaning
Instructions for cleaning the display panel, cabinet, pedestal, and mains plug.
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