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Pa.aso.ic Model No. NOmero de modelo TC=L2403 English hank you for purchasing this Panasonic product, 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.
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Experience excitement multi This product incorporates the following software: (1) software developed independently by or for Panasonic Corporation, (2) software owned by a third party and licensed to Panasonic Corporation, (3) software licensed under the GNU General Public License,...
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Villa bi KV, ERA ,s atrademark Panasonic Corporation. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High- Definition Multimedia interface H :3m| trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries. Please read before using the unit...
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Safety Precau ions CAUTION within a triangle isintended t otellthe userthatpartsinside the product area Thelightning f lashwitharrowhead riskofelectric shock to persons. triangleis intended to tell the userthatimportant operatingand The exclamati0n p ointwithina WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover or back.
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(All of the following accessories are manufactured by Panasonic Corporation) • Wall-hanging bracket: TY-WK23LR2W Always be sure to ask a qualified technician to carry out set-up.
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FCC Declaration of Conformity Model No. TC-L24C3 Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Contact Source: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company 1-877-95-VIERA (958-4372) email: consumerproducts@panasonic.com WALL MOUNTING:...
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[] Quick Start Guide [] Product Registration Card (U.S.A) ® 3> fOptional Accessory Please contact your nearest Panasonic dealer to purchase the recommended wall-hanging bracket. For additional details, please refer to the wall-hanging Wall-hanging bracket bracket installation manual. e TY-WK23LR2W...
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Do not use the pedestal if it becomes warped or physically damaged. @ If you use the pedestal when 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.
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HDMI or Component Video cable. (p. 10) (ZNND @When using a Cabae box, external equipment and video cables shown in this manuaa are not supplied with the TV. @ For additional assistance, visit us at: www.panasonic.com/help www.panasonJc.ca Connection...
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(A} To use HDMI terminals Best AV Equipment (1 HDM_ _,,. AVOUT ; _,,,,,,,,_,,,_,,_, e.g. BIu-ray Disc _=,== " ' _*I player HDMI-DVI DVI OUT AV Equipment Conversion cable RAUDIO e.g. Blu-ray Disc player ® VIERA Link connection, please refer to p. 23 ®...
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identifying Controls Front of the TV tuence up/down gations Remote control sensor ges the input mode Chooses menu and submenu entries within about 23 feet (7 meters) in front of the TV set indicator (on: red, off: no light) C.A.T.S (Contrast Automatic Tracking System) _ The TV consumes a small amount of electric energy even when turned off.
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First Time Setup First time setup screen is displayed only when the TV is turned on for the first time after the power cord is inserted into a wall outlet and when "Auto power on" (p. 34) is set to "No". Turn the TV On with the POWER button...
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Auto channel setup (ANT/Cable setup) _ Select the connected Antenna in terminal Not used: Go to _ (Label inputs) Select "Not used" when no wire is connected to the "Antenna/Cable" terminal. ® Typical when a Cable/Satellite box is connected to a TVAV input. _ Prevents accidental tuning to an unavailable signal, when Cable or Satellite box is used.
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Give names to the TV's inputs (Label inputs) When done, select NEXT and press OK to go to the next step. Follow the instructions screen to complete following operations. Label: [BLANK] Not used/Blu-ray/DVD/DVD REC/HOME THTR/GAME/COMPUTER/ VCRICABLEISATELLFEIDVRICAMERAIMONITORIAUXlRECEIVERIMEDIA CTR/MEDIA EXT/OTHER • Select "Not used" for any back-panel input that has no device connected to it. Afterward, the input will be skipped when pressing iNPUT, for your convenience.
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Watching TV Turn power on (Remote) (TV) INPUT POWER ® Please select correct input --> _ (p. 19) Select a channel number [] To directly enter the digital channel number When tuning to a digital channel, press the button to enter the minor number in a compound channel number.
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[] Press FORMAT to cycle through the aspect modes (p. 36) FORMAT 4 _L • 480i, 480p: FULL/JUST/4:3/ZOOM • 1080p, 1080i, 720p: FULL/H-FILL/JUST/4:3/ZOOM Use when the picture does not fill the whole screen (bars appears on either side of the image) or portions of the picture is trimmed.
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[] Other Useful Operations You can use the remote control keys to enter the alphanumeric characters. [] Switches input mode. ABC _ abc _ 123 [] Press each number key to cycle through alphanumeric character. You need to enter the password when you access locked channel or inputs. (nput your 4-digit password ®...
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Using VI TOOLS VIERA TOOLS is the easy way to access the TV's special features. They are displayed as shortcut icons on the TV screen. ' , Display VlERATOOLS Select the item Set each item _ VIERA Link VIERA Link (p. 26-27) ®, Slideshow Slideshow (p.
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devices Watching content f romexternal Display the Input select menu With the connected equipment turned iNPUT Select the input mode (shortcut) press the corresponding NUMBER button on the remote control to select the input of your choice. Or, press the INPUT button repeatedly, to cycle through the available inputs.
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Viewin photos w it Vl The VIERA Image Viewer lets you easily view still images on the television by simply inserting an SD card into the VIERA SD card slot, Insert the SD card ® Insert the card ® Remove the card ®...
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[] To sort by Folder, month or date Select the sort type Folders (ascending order of numeric/alphabetical) Sort by month (ascending order of the month) Sort by date (ascending order of the date ) @ Select the directory. RETURN Go back to previous screen In_3;or_"...
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LinkTM,, Controj TM,, Simultaneously control all Panasonic "HDAVI Control" equipped components using one button on the TV remote. Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with compatible Panasonic products. This TV supports "HDAVI Control 5" function. Connections to equipment (DVD recorder DIGA, HD Camcorder, Home theater system, Amplifier, etc.) with HDMI cables...
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To use all ViERA Link functions: After everything is connected, in VIERA Link settings menu, set "VIERA Link" to "On". Some features are disabled depending on the "HDAVI Control" version of the equipment. Please check the list (p. 22) Display the menu Select "VIERA Link settings"...
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"TV" to "Theater". Sound will be output from the Home theater whenever the TV is powered on. Minimizes lip-sync delays between the picture and audio when you connect to a Panasonic theater system or Amplifier. The following information about the TV settings can be transmitted...
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Some features are disabled depending on the "HDAVI Control" version of the equipment. Please check the list (p. 22) Display the VIERA Link menu Select the item items in the VIERA Link menu may be grayed out if no compatible equipment is connected (must be HDAVI Control 2 or later) or if the equipment has not initiated a connection with the TV.
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Adjustment for the equipment output. Control the theater speakers with the TV remote control. Volume up / down _4_ This function is available only when a Panasonic Amplifier or Player theater is connected. MUTE Mute ,® _ Select "Speaker output"...
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ng an etting Channels The current channel settings can be changed according to your needs and reception conditions. Display the menu Select "Setup" Select "ANT/Cable setup" [] Press to exit from a menu screen EXiT Automatically searches and adds available channels to the memory. _i_ Select "ANT in"...
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Use this procedure when c hanging the channel setup o r {3} Edit changing the channel display. Also, use this toadd orskip channels from the channel list ® Caption manually. You can select a channel tuning mode (Digital only/Analog only) in "Channel surf mode"(p. 34) _0 Select "Edit"...
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ow to Use enu Functions Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions so that you can enjoy watching TV best suited for you. the menu Display ® Shows the functions that can be adjusted. #_Some functions will be disabled depending on the type of inputsignal.
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® "Reset to default" will be grayed out if no changes are made in the following menus: "Picture", "PC adjustments", "Audio" and "Closed caption", Reset to defaults Resets all picture adjustments to factory default settings except for "Advanced picture". Picture mode Vivid Provides...
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• Some menus are grayed out depending on the input signal or condition. (e.g. "3:2 pulldown" will be grayed out if the input signal is high definition or you are viewing photos, etc.) Advanced 3D Y/C filter Off/On Minimizes noise and cross-color in the picture.
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You will be asked to enter your password each time you display the Lock menu. • Password setting/entering (p. 17) Set "Custom" in "Mode" to specify "Channel", "Game" and "Program" settings. Mode Unlocks all the Lock settings of "Channel", "Game" and "Program".
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Channel surf AH/Favoritel Sets the mode to select the channel with the Channel up/down button. mode Digital only/ Favorite: Only channels registered as FAVORITE. (p. 16) Analog only Language English/ Selects the screen menu language. EspaSol/ Fran£:ais Clock Adjusts the clock. (p. 14) _nput labels Selects...
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s List for parental control "V-chip" technology enables you to lock channels or shows according to standard ratings set by the entertainment industry. [] U.S. MOVIE RATINGS (MPAA) NO RATING (NOT RATED) AND NA (NOT APPLICABLE) PROGRAMS. Movie which has not been rated or where ratinq does not apply.
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Technical Inforrna ion Press the FORMAT button to cycle through the aspect modes. This lets you choose the aspect depending on the format of the received signal and your preference. (p. 16) (e.g.: in case of 4:3 image) ® FULL {®...
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® Back up the recorded data at regular intervals in case of deteriorated or damaged data or erratic operation of the unit. (Panasonic is not liable for any deterioration or damage of recorded data.) ® 24 mm :3" 6"...
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HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) allows you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality sound by connecting the TV unit and HD devices. HDMI-compatible equipment ('1) with an HDMI or DVI output terminal, such as a Cable or Satellite box or a DVD player, can be connected to the HDMI connector using an HDMI compliant...
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1,200 lines.) Panasonic does not guarantee operation and performance of peripheral devices made by other manufacturers; and we disclaim any liability or damage arising from operation and/or performance from usage of such other maker's peripheral...
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Cleaning Care First, unplug the Power cord plug from the wall outlet. The front of the display panel has been specially treated. Wipe the panel surface gently using only a cleaning cloth or a soft, lint- free cloth. @ If the surface is particularly dirty, soak a soft, lint-free cloth in diluted...
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Speci 'ications AC 110-127 V, 60 Hz Consumption 76 W StandbY condition O.3W Aspect Ratio 16:9 24" class Visible sc@e n size (24.0 inches measured diagonally) (W × H x Diagona|)21.0" x 11.8" x 24.0" (532 mm x 299 mm x 610 mm) 1-way 2 bottom SP System ' 10W[5...
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requentlyAsked 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 PanasonJc website for further assistance. (see cover) How do I vie;_ the picture from devices such as a: Cable/...
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..............Check that the batteries are fresh, are of the same type and are installed with the correct polarity (+ & -). using Cable or Satellite boxes or operating non-Panasonic Blu-ray players, use the remote su with the device, During "First time setup", step 3, you indicated that the "Antenna/Cable...
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Index Accessories ............. VIERA IMAGE VIEWER ........ANT/Cable ............13, 28 VIERA Link ..........18, 22-27 VIERATOOLS ............Antenna ............. 9, 13 Audio ..............Viewing Photos ............Audio, Advanced ............ Volume ..............Auto Power ON ............Warranty ............45, 47 Auto Program ............
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PANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY, DIVISION PANASONIC CORPORATION OF NORTH AMERICA One Panasonic Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 Panasonic LCD Televisions Lira ited Warranty Limited Warranty Coverage If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship,...
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9 am-9 pm; Saturday-Sunday 10 am-7 pm, EST. [] For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-877-833-8855 Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books on line for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at: http://www.pstc.panasonic.com or, send your request by E-mail to: npcparts@us.panasonic.com...
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This warranty is given only to the original purchaser, or the person for whom it was purchased as a gift, of a Panasonic brand product mentioned above sold by an authorized Panasonic dealer in Canada and purchased and used in Canada, which product was not sold "as is", and which product was delivered to you in new condition in the original packaging.
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Consumer Electronics Company, 5770 Ambler Drive Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 CANADA New Jersey 07094 U.S.A. Printed in China _;)2011 Panasonic Corporation of North America. All Rights Reserved. _;)2011 Panasonic Corporation of North America.
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