Panasonic VIERA TC-L32X30 Owner's Manual page 60

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FrequentlyAsked Questions (FAQ)
If there is a problem with your TV, please refer to the table below to determine the symptoms, then carry out the
suggested check. If this does not solve the problem, visit the Panasonic web site for further assistance. (see cover)
How do I view the picture from
devices such as a: Cable/
Satellite box, game console,
Blu-rayor DVD playoer? ...............
Why is there no picture or just
a blue, black or snowy screen
being displayed?
Press the INPUT button on the remote to select the correct
input source.
correctly.
_ heck if the power cord is plugged in and the TV is turned
on (front red LED light should be on; not blinking)
Pressthe INPUT buttonon the remoteto select the correctinput source.
® Ensure all connections are correct and secure.
® When using external video source, such as a CabletSatellite box or
DVD player, check that the device is on and functioning correctly.
® Press MENU on the TV's remote control. If the menu is
,d
'_ Press the INFO button on the remote to confirm the type of signal
being received (p. 17). HD signal should be 720P, 1080i or 1080p.
Select a High Definition channel from your HD source
Why doesn't the picture look (Cable, Satellite or fiber optic service). HD channels
like it is in High Definition? sometimes broadcast non-HD content.
® Ensure that your HD source (HD box, Blu-ray player, etc.)
is connected to the TV with an HDMI or Component cable
S® Change the format (aspect ratio) of the picture by pressing
_ the FORMAT button on the remote control. (p.18)
Why do black bars appear on _1® Check the aspect settings on your external video source,
the top and bottom and/or sides p_ such as Cable/Satellite box, DVD/Blu-ray Disc player, etc.
of the screen? _ Note: Some content, such as film-based movies, are available in
_ When using a (without a box), "_
cable service check that all
connections are secure.
® When using a cable or satellite box, change the connection
Why is the picture snowy when (wiring) to Composite, Component or HDMI. (p.10)
"ANT/Cable in" is selected? ® If you're using an antenna, then check that connections are
secure. Change the position or direction of the antenna and
check the Signal meter (p 47)
Why is the picture chaotic and/
or torn and/or with a buzz in the
Why is there a black box on the
screen?
Why is the screen blank and the
power indicator blinking?
Why do some small spots on
the screen remain bright or
dark?
Check if electrical products such as kitchen appliances,
fluorescent lights or light dimmers are nearby. They may
interfere with the TV's picture.
or a game console to narrow down the source of the problem.
Change settings of Closed Caption (CC). (p. 17, 51)
The TV has gone into shutdown mode to protect itself.Try unplugging
it for a few minutesand connecting it again. If there was a temporary
power surge on the AC line it may now be OK. If the blinking returns,
call 1-877-95VlERA(U.S.A.) or 1-866-330-0014(Canada).
_[D S¢" The LCD panel is made up of a few million pixels and is "_
produced with advanced technology through an intricate
process. Sometimes a few pixels may be bright or dark.
These pixels do not indicate a defective panel and will have_
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