Page 1 TX-P42ST60E TX-P50ST60E TX-P55ST60E TX-P65ST60E e HELP English...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
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 Shipping Condition • Shipping Condition 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 • Maintenance Keyboard / Gamepad • Keyboard • Gamepad Settings Setting menu • How to use Picture • Viewing Mode • Basic settings...
Page 8 Sound • Mode • Basic settings • 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...
Page 9 Support FAQs • Picture • Digital TV • 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.
Page 10: My Home Screen
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 (Example) The last viewed Home Screen is displayed when the TV is turned on. ● Press again to select or add your preferred Home Screen layout. ● Watching my Home Screen Settings 2. Select a feature with and press to access To watch full-screen TV ●...
Page 12: Settings
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: Basic
■ Settings You can customise any Home Screen. (For example, changing the wallpaper, renaming freely, editing applications, setting the screen launched when the TV is turned on, etc.) 1. Select Settings from the tool guide 2. Follow the on-screen instructions ■...
Page 14 Terrestrial aerial or cable For DVB-C, DVB-T, Analogue ● ■ 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 ■...
Page 15: Selecting Channel
Set top box Satellite dish AV1 (SCART) terminal 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™”...
Page 16: Information Banner
■ 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 (Example) Channel position and name Channel type (Radio, HDTV, etc.) / encrypted channel ( ) / TV mode ( , Programme Programme start / finish time (except Analogue) Channel position, etc. (Analogue) Progress time indicator of the selected programme (except Analogue) Category To change the category (DVB) ●...
Page 18: Option Menu
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 Voice Guidance Settings Guidance settings for visually impaired users Settings Sound Voice Guidance Settings Multi Video Selects from a group of multiple videos (if available). This setting is not memorised and it will return to the default setting once ● you exit the current programme.
Page 20: Subtitle
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. Subtitle Display / hide subtitles (if available) with STTL. To select the preferred language for DVB subtitles (if available), set ●...
Page 21: External Equipment
External equipment External connection These diagrams show our recommendations for connection of your TV to various pieces of equipment. For other connections, consult the instructions for each piece of equipment. For basic connection ● Watching Basic Basic connection Check the terminal type and cable plugs are correct when connecting. ●...
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: Watching External Input
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: Operating With Tv's Remote Control
– 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 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: Terminal Information
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: Valid Input Signals
■ 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
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: Auto Power Standby Function
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: Aspect Control Signal
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 ■ Available conditions ● Terrestrial / cable terminal (WSS only) Valid input signal format: DVB-C DVB-T PAL B, G, H, I, D, K SECAM B, G, L, L’, D, K Invalid input signal format: 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...
Page 33: Advanced Settings
● HDMI terminal Valid input signal format: 525 (480) / 60i, 60p 625 (576) / 50i, 50p 750 (720) / 60p, 50p 1,125 (1,080) / 60i, 50i 1,125 (1,080) / 60p, 50p, 24p HDMI terminal does not receive WSS signal. ●...
Page 34 ■ Panel Luminance Setting Panel Luminance Setting (High / Low) Changes the luminance level of the panel to adjust the overall brightness. ■ Adaptive Gamma Control Adaptive Gamma Control Adjusts the gamma curve to make the image brighter. ■ Black Expander Black Expander Gradually adjusts the shades of black.
Page 35 More Detailed Adjustment Adjusts more detailed White Balance items. Input Signal Level: Adjusts the input signal level. R-Gain G-Gain / B-Gain: Adjusts the detailed white balance of bright red / green / blue areas. Reset to Defaults: Resets to the default detailed White Balance. Reset to Defaults Resets to the default White Balance.
Page 36: Copy Adjustment
More Detailed Adjustment Adjusts more detailed Gamma items. Input Signal Level: Adjusts the input signal level. Gain: Adjusts the gain of gamma for selected signal level. Reset to Defaults: Resets to the default detailed Gamma. Reset to Defaults Resets to the default Gamma. ■...
Page 37: For Best Audio
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 – View Landscape to see several channels. – View Portrait to see one channel by time. Depending on the country you select, you can select the TV Guide type. ● (Default Guide) Settings Setup Display Settings – If you set Default Guide Channel List, the channel list will appear...
Page 39: Teletext
2) Select the type with and press to view To view a channel list of the selected category ● 1) Display the category list with (blue) 2) Select the category with and press to view – To list favourite channels, set Favourites Edit.
Page 40 To adjust contrast ● 1) Press MENU three times to display Contrast 2) Adjust with and press to set To exit teletext ● EXIT ■ Reveal hidden data 1. Press MENU 2. Reveal with (red) Press again to rehide. ● ■...
Page 41: Teletext Mode
3) Press and hold ■ View sub page The number of sub pages is displayed on the top of the screen. Press to view sub page. (Only when teletext has more than one page.) The number of sub pages varies depending on the broadcasters (up to 79 ●...
Page 42: Note
To select among subject blocks ● (blue) To select next subject within the subject block ● (yellow) (After the last subject, it moves to the next subject block.) ■ List mode In List mode, four differently coloured page numbers are situated on the bottom of the screen.
Page 43: 3D Eyewear - Functions
3D Eyewear - Functions ■ Part names and functions Power button / Mode change / Indicator lamp Power button ● – Press and hold for approx. 1 second to turn the 3D Eyewear On. (The indicator lamp lights for 2 seconds.) –...
Page 44 ■ Indicator lamp status Lights red for 2 seconds when turned on: ● Sufficient battery level Flashes 5 times when turned on: ● Low battery level Flashes red: ● Under registering Flashes red once every 1 second: ● Under reconnecting to the TV Flashes red 3 times: ●...
Page 45: 3D Eyewear - Registration
3D Eyewear - Registration ■ First registration Perform the first registration when the 3D Eyewear is used for the first time. 1. Turn the TV on 2. Press Power button for about 1 second to turn the 3D Eyewear on The lamp lights for about 2 seconds and then flashes.
Page 46: 3D Eyewear - Replacing Battery
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
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
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 120Hz: If light appears to flicker under fluorescents (or dimmers) of 60 Hz. 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).
Page 51: Source Image Format
completely. 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
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 To change the category ● (blue) 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 ●...
Page 54: Channel List
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: Auto Setup
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: Manual Tuning
■ 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: Update Channel List
■ Analogue Set Analogue channel manually after Auto Setup. Sound System Colour System, and then perform this function. ● Normally set Colour System to Auto. – SC1: PAL B, G, H / SECAM B, G – SC2: PAL I – SC3: PAL D, K / SECAM D, K –...
Page 58: Signal Condition
Signal Condition Selects a channel and checks the signal condition. A good Signal Strength is not an indication of suitable signal for DVB reception. Use the Signal Quality indicator as follows. ● – Green bar: Good – Yellow bar: Poor –...
Page 59: Internet Service Internet Content
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 60: Note
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 61: Network Connections
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 62: Note
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 63 For WPS(Push button) ● 1) Select Easy setup with Push button with and press access 2) Press the WPS button on the access point until the light flashes 3) Connect the TV with the access point with – WPS: Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ –...
Page 64: Custom - Wireless
Custom - Wireless Ensure the connections are completed before starting network setup. Internet service Network connections 1. Display the menu with MENU 2. Select Network Network Connection Custom Wireless with and press to access Confirm the encryption key, settings and position of your access point ●...
Page 65 to set You can set characters using numeric buttons. ● Press BACK/RETURN to store ● 5. The VIERA Name/IP/DNS Settings screen is displayed VIERA Name You can set your favourite name for this TV. ● This name will be used as the name of this TV on the screen of the other ●...
Page 66: Custom - Wired
3) Press BACK/RETURN to store 6. Select Network Status with and press to access Internet service Network settings Network Status 7. Select Exit with and press to set Custom - Wired Ensure the connections are completed before starting network setup. Internet service Network connections 1.
Page 67: Network Status
3) Press BACK/RETURN to store Proxy Port: This number is also specified by the provider with the Proxy address. 1) Select Proxy Port with 2) Enter the number with numeric buttons 3) Press BACK/RETURN to store 4. Select Network Status with and press to access...
Page 68: Network Link Settings
Network Link Settings Sets to control the TV with devices connected to the network. Home network Network settings Network Link Settings Software Update Accesses the specific website to update the TV’s software if any updates are available. 1. Display the menu with MENU 2.
Page 69: Home Network Dlna
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 70 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 71: Using Dlna
: 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 72: Network Connections
2. Select Media Server with and press to access 3. Select one of the media servers with and press to access For the operations to access another TV, select the name of another TV ● from the displayed media server list. To display / hide information of the highlighted media server ●...
Page 73 ■ Wireless connection (For DLNA and internet service) Built-in wireless LAN (Rear of the TV) Access point Hub or Router Internet environment Smartphone DLNA Certified media server ■ Wired connection (For DLNA and internet service) ETHERNET terminal LAN cable (Unshielded) Use the Unshielded Twist Pair (UTP) LAN cable.
Page 74: Note
Hub or Router Internet environment DLNA Certified media server ■ Wireless connection (For DLNA) To use the TV as a wireless access point ● Home network Network settings Custom - Wireless Access Point DLNA Certified media server Smartphone Note Ensure to use a LAN straight cable. ●...
Page 75: Network Settings
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: Custom - Wireless
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: Custom - Wired
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 Acquire IP Address Acquire DNS Address Auto is recommended. ● 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. ●...
Page 80: Custom - Wireless Access Point
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: Network Status
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: Network Link Settings
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
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: Viewing Photo
You can use the following buttons during playback. Confirm the remote ● control code is “73”. Watching External equipment Operating with TV’s remote control Viewing photo ■ Playback Photos are displayed one at a time. To operate Single view ● : To the previous photo : To the next photo : Stop (return to list)
Page 85: Selecting File
■ Slideshow Settings Set up the settings for photo file operations on this TV. 1. Display the option menu with OPTION 2. Select Slideshow Settings with and press to access 3. Select one of the following items with and press to access Auto Makeup Interval...
Page 86: Watching Video
For the operations to access another TV, select the name of another TV ● from the displayed media server list. To display / hide information of the highlighted media server ● 4. Select the file with and press to access Depending on the condition of media server, you may need to select ●...
Page 87: Video Setup
1) Display Aspect Selection list with ASPECT 2) Select the mode with and press to set Aspect1: Displays the content enlarged without distortion. Aspect2: Displays the content full-screen. Original: Displays the content original size. – You can also change the mode pressing ASPECT. (Press repeatedly until you reach the desired mode.) –...
Page 88: Audio Output Settings
Subtitle Display / hide subtitles (if available). This function is available during playback. ● Subtitle Text Selects the font type to display subtitles correctly (if available). This function is available during playback. ● Subtitle Language Selects the language for subtitles (if available). This function is available during playback.
Page 89: Selecting File
ARC (Audio Return Channel) is a function of digital audio output using ● HDMI cable. 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.
Page 90: Music Setup
: Pause / Playback 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.
Page 91: Technical Information
(Example) Before operating, register this TV on the DIGA Recorder. ● For details, read the manual of the DIGA Recorder. ● 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...
Page 92: Video Format
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 93 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 94 ● PS (.mod, .mpg, .mpeg, .vob, .vro) Video codec: MPEG1, MPEG2 Audio codec: Dolby Digital, LPCM, MPEG Audio ● TS (.mts, .m2ts, .tp, .trp, .ts, .tts) Video codec: H.264 BP/MP/HP, MPEG1, MPEG2 Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, HE-AAC, MPEG Audio ■...
Page 95: Music Format
Music format ■ Supported Music formats ● MP3 (.mp3) ● AAC (.m4a) Copy-protected files cannot be played back. ● ● WMA (.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 96: Media Player Using Media Player
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 97 ■ 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 98: Selecting Device / Mode
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 99: Photo Mode
■ 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 100: Viewing Photo
To change the contents ● (blue) Viewing photo ■ Playback To operate Single view ● : To the previous photo : To the next photo : Stop (return to thumbnail) : Slideshow To display / hide the operation guide ● To rotate 90°...
Page 101: Multi Shot 3D
Multi Shot 3D This TV can create a 3D photo using a pair of photos in the SD Card and save it into the same SD Card. This TV can also create a 3D photo from photos in the USB Flash Memory, ●...
Page 102: Using Slideshow
Using slideshow Slideshow ends when all photos within the current thumbnail are viewed. 1. Select the file from the thumbnail of photos for the first view with 2. Start Slideshow with (red) and To display / hide the operation guide ●...
Page 103 Gallery (+ calendar) / Gallery: Various sizes of photos in the frames are displayed. You can select whether to display the calendar or not. The month of ● calendar is changed with Cinema: Photos are displayed as old films (sepia tone). Colour Effect (Off Sepia...
Page 104 Repeat / Off) Slideshow repeat Back Ground Music (Off Type1 Type2 Type3 Type4 Type5 User / Auto) Selects the background music during Photo mode. Type1 - Music files installed on this TV at the factory settings will be played back. Auto: Music files stored in the root folder of the current device will be played back randomly.
Page 105: Video Mode
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 106: Watching Video
Watching video ■ Playback from the selected scene in the title (SD-Video or AVCHD) Playback of the selected scene will start and continue until the end of the title. 1. Select the title with and press to access 2. Select the scene with 3.
Page 107: Video Setup
2) Select the mode with and press to set Aspect1: Displays the content enlarged without distortion. Aspect2: Displays the content full-screen. Original: Displays the content original size. – You can also change the mode pressing ASPECT. (Press repeatedly until you reach the desired mode.) –...
Page 108: Audio Output Settings
Subtitle Display / hide subtitles (if available). This function is available during playback. ● Subtitle Text Selects the font type to display subtitles correctly (if available). This function is available during playback. ● 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.
Page 109: Music Mode
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 110: Music Setup
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. - 110 -...
Page 111: Sd Card
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 112: Photo Format
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 113 ● 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 114 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 115: Music Format
■ 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 116: Apps List
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 117: Settings
● 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 118 ● 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 119 ■ 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 120 : 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 121: Preparations
■ 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 122: Easy Playback
Easy playback Automatic input switching - When the connected equipment is operating, the input mode is switched automatically. 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.
Page 123: Intelligent Auto Standby
Intelligent Auto Standby Intelligent Auto Standby in the Setup Menu to use this function. Settings Setup VIERA Link Settings When the TV is on, non-used connected equipment goes into Standby mode automatically to reduce the power consumption. For example, when the input mode is switched from HDMI or when Speaker Selection is changed to...
Page 124: Speaker Selection
■ If multiple recorders or players are connected Each recorder / player is numbered. The number is given from the TV’s lower number of HDMI terminal connected to the same type of equipment. For example, when two recorders are connected to HDMI2 and HDMI3, the recorder connected to HDMI2 is displayed as Recorder1, and the recorder connected to HDMI3 is displayed as Recorder2.
Page 125: Note
■ Multi-channel sound If you want to enjoy the multi-channel sound (e.g. Dolby Digital 5.1ch) via an Amplifier, connect it with an HDMI cable and Optical digital audio cable, and then select Home Cinema. If your Amplifier has the “HDAVI Control 5” function, you only need to connect it with an HDMI cable to the TV’s HDMI2 terminal.
Page 126: Pin Number
country you select. 4. Select Child Lock List with and press to access 5. Select the channel / input with and press to lock appears when the channel / input is locked. ● To cancel ● 1) Select the locked channel / input with 2) Press To sort channel names in alphabetical order ●...
Page 127: Data Service Application
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. Display the TV Selection screen with 2. Select the mode with and press to set DVB-C DVB-T...
Page 128: Note
Note To use Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV application fully, you need a ● 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 ●...
Page 129: Using Common Interface
Using Common Interface The Common Interface Module menu provides access to software contained in Common Interface (CI) Modules. This function may not be available in some countries or regions. ● Video and audio signals may not be output depending on broadcasts or ●...
Page 130: Updating The Tv Software
press to set 4. Follow the on-screen instructions Auto Setup will automatically start. ● = Note = To retune TV channels only (e.g. after moving house), set Auto Setup. ● Watching Tuning and editing channels Auto Setup Updating the TV Software Information A new version of software may be released for download to enhance the performance or operations of the TV.
Page 131: Manual Update
= Note = Download may take a few hours. ● During software download and update, DO NOT switch off the TV. ● A notification message may be a reminder. In this case, schedule ● information (the date when the new version can be used) will appear. You can set the reservation for update.
Page 132: Electronic Touch Pen
than 1 second. The characters may vary depending on the input items. ● 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”). The Touch Pen is available only for specific applications.
Page 133: Using Electronic Touch Pen
Using Electronic Touch Pen ■ How to paint on the photo / video 1. Press Power button to turn on the Touch Pen 2. Display the following images full-screen – DVB mode – HDMI input – Photo / video contents of Media Player / Network services 3.
Page 134: Maintenance
Maintenance ■ Storage and Cleaning Clean using a soft, dry cloth. ● Do not use benzene, thinner, or wax on the Touch Pen, as doing so may ● cause the paint to peel off. Do not dunk the Touch Pen in liquid such as water when cleaning. ●...
Page 135: Gamepad
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 136: Setting Menu
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 137: Viewing Mode
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 138: Basic Settings
In each Viewing Mode, Contrast, Brightness, Colour, Tint, Sharpness, Colour Temperature, Vivid Colour, Ambient Sensor, Noise Reduction, MPEG Noise Reduction, Intelligent Frame Creation 24p Smooth Film can be adjusted and stored. When in True Cinema Custom mode, Advanced Settings can be adjusted additionally.
Page 139: Intelligent Frame Creation
Intelligent Frame Creation Automatically compensates the picture frame rate and removes juddering movements to make the images smooth. (Max / Off) Depending on the contents, images may be noisy. To prevent the noise, ● change the setting. Not valid when Game Mode is set to ●...
Page 140 1080p Pixel Direct / Off) Reproduces the original image quality in detail for 1080p (HDMI) input signal. Not valid in 3D mode ● HDMI Content Type (Graphics Photos Auto / Off) Adjusts the picture settings of each HDMI input according to the selected content type.
Page 141: Screen Settings
Screen Settings 16:9 Overscan / Off) Selects the screen area displaying the image for 16:9 aspect. Enlarges the image to hide the edge of the image. Off: Displays the image in the original size. Set to if noise occurs on the edge of the screen. ●...
Page 142: 3D Settings
Pixel Orbiter / Auto) Selects the mode for wobbling of the image to prevent panel “image retention”. Auto: Automatically works only for the appropriate images and you rarely recognise the wobbling. Scrolling Bar Displays scrolling bar pattern to assist elimination of panel “image retention”. Press to start scrolling and press any buttons (except Standby) to exit ●...
Page 143 3D Refresh Rate (Auto 100Hz / 120Hz) Reduces juddering and flicker noises of the 3D images when using the 3D Eyewear. 100Hz: If light appears to flicker under fluorescents (or dimmers) of 50 Hz. 120Hz: If light appears to flicker under fluorescents (or dimmers) of 60 Hz. 2D 3D Depth (Max / Min)
Page 144: Copy Adjustment
Safety Precautions Displays the precautions for viewing 3D images. Copy Adjustment Copies the selected True Cinema Custom settings to those of the other input. Watching For best picture Copy Adjustment Reset to Defaults Resets the current Picture Viewing Mode to the default settings. Sound Mode Selects your favourite sound mode for each input.
Page 145: Basic Settings
Basic settings Bass Adjusts level to enhance or minimise lower, deeper sound output. Treble Adjusts level to enhance or minimise sharper, higher sound output. Equaliser Adjusts the frequency level to suit your favourite sound quality. This function is available when Mode is set to User.
Page 146: Volume Settings
Volume settings Headphone Volume Adjusts the volume of headphones. Auto Gain Control / Off) Automatically regulates large sound level differences between channels and inputs. Volume Correction Adjusts the volume of each individual channel or input mode. Speaker Distance to Wall (Up to 30cm Over 30cm)
Page 147: Advanced Settings
Language Changes language for the voice guidance. User Level (Expert / Beginner) Selects the level of verbosity for the voice guidance. Advanced settings Selects multiplex sound mode (if available). Stereo: Use this normally. Mono: When stereo signal cannot be received / M2: Available while mono signal is transmitted.
Page 148 MPEG is an audio compression method that compresses audio to the ● smaller size without any considerable loss of audio quality. Dolby Digital Plus and HE-AAC are the technologies for HD (High ● definition) programmes. For DVB mode ● Audio Type (Standard Visual Impaired)
Page 149: Reset To Defaults
HDMI1 / 2 / 3 Input (Digital / Analogue) Selects to fit the input signal. Watching External equipment HDMI features Digital: When sound is carried via the HDMI cable connection Analogue: When sound is not carried via the HDMI-DVI adaptor cable connection For HDMI input ●...
Page 150: Other Settings
Other settings Software Update Checks for available software updates from the Panasonic website. Internet service Network settings Software Update Home network Network settings Software Update New Software Message / Off) Selects whether to give a notification message when new software is found via network or not.
Page 151: No Signal Power Off
No signal Power off Automatically turns the TV to Standby mode to prevent unnecessary power consumption when no signal is received and no operation is performed for 10 minutes. / Off) The notification message will appear 3 minutes before going into Standby ●...
Page 152 Channel List Skips unwanted channels or edits channels. Watching Tuning and editing channels Channel List Auto Setup Automatically searches for receivable channels. Watching Tuning and editing channels Auto Setup Manual Tuning Searches for channels manually. Watching Tuning and editing channels Manual Tuning Update Channel List Updates the channel list while keeping your settings.
Page 153: Language
Signal Condition Checks the signal condition. Watching Tuning and editing channels Signal Condition Not valid in Analogue mode ● Attenuator / Off) Automatically reduces the DVB-C signal to avoid the interference. If the DVB-C signal is too strong, the interference may occur. In this case, ●...
Page 154: Display Settings
Preferred Teletext Selects the preferred language for DVB teletext service (depending on the broadcaster). Display Settings Preferred Subtitle Type (Standard Hard of Hearing) Selects the preferred subtitle type. Preferred Subtitles 1 / 2 Language are given priority. ● Hard of Hearing provides aids in understanding and enjoyment with DVB ●...
Page 155 Channel List: The channel list will appear instead of EPG. This function may not be available in some countries or regions. ● Input Labels Accesses the input labels list to select the label of each input mode or set to skip unconnected one for easier identification and selection in Selection, Input Selection...
Page 156: Common Interface
Radio Mode (seconds)) Sets the timer for turning off the screen automatically when a radio channel is selected. The sound is active even if the screen turns off. This function is effective in ● reducing power consumption when listening to a radio channel. Press any buttons except Standby, Volume Up / Down and MUTE to turn...
Page 157: Data Service Application
Intelligent Auto Standby / Off) Makes non-watched or non-used connected equipment go into Standby mode to reduce the power consumption. Functions VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” Intelligent Auto Standby This function is available when VIERA Link is set to On. ● Data Service Application Service (Auto Start On...
Page 158: Other Settings
Licence Menu Displays the software licence information. Other Settings GUIDE Plus+ Settings Update Performs the update of the GUIDE Plus+ schedule for the GUIDE Plus+ system (only available in some countries). Postcode Sets your postcode to receive local information in the GUIDE Plus+ system (only available in some countries).
Page 159: Support Faqs
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 160: Digital Tv
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 161: Analogue Tv
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 162: 162
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 163: Hdmi
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 164: Network
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 165: Other
● 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 166: Care And Cleaning
● An error message appears Follow the message’s instructions. ● If the problem persists, contact your local Panasonic dealer or the ● authorised service centre. Permanently lit spots on screen Due to production process involved in this technology this may result in ●...
Page 167: Using Help Menu
The surface of the display panel is specially treated and may be easily ● damaged. Take care not to tap or scratch the surface with your fingernail or other hard objects. Do not allow the cabinet and pedestal to make contact with a rubber or ●...
Page 168: Optional Accessories
3D Eyewear ■ 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/ - 168 -...
Page 169: Communication Camera
– 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 170: Licence
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 171 HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries. x.v.Colour™ is a trademark. HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Page 172 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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