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Page 1: Operating Instructions
Operating Instructions LCD Television TX-L26X10B Model No. 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. U.K. Standard English... - Page 2 Features Receives DVB digital terrestrial broadcasts Select the programme or set Timer Programming easily by using TV Guide. (p. 18 - p. 20) Register and instantly call up favourite channels with Favourites Edit. (p. 37) DVB - Digital Video Broadcasting VIERA TOOLS - Display special feature icons and accesses easily (p.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Adjusts picture settings automatically dependent Auto Setup ························ 12 on ambient lighting conditions. V-Audio Surround Enjoy your TV! Utilises Panasonic’s advanced digital amplification technology. Basic Features How to Use VIERA TOOLS ····························· 14 Up to 60,000 hours LCD Panel Lifetime Watching TV ····················································... -
Page 4: Safety Precautions
(High-voltage components may cause serious electrical shock) disconnect the TV from the mains supply. Have the TV checked, adjusted, or repaired at your local Panasonic dealer. Remove the mains plug from the wall Do not remove the rear cover as live parts are accessible socket when the TV is not used for a when it is removed. -
Page 5: Notes
(this may deteriorate the unstable, risking injury. Be sure to surface by peeling the paint). ask your local Panasonic dealer to Do not allow the cabinet and pedestal to make contact with a rubber perform setup. -
Page 6: Accessories / Options
WARNING! Failure to use a Panasonic bracket or choosing to mount the unit yourself will be done at the risk of the consumer. Any damage resulting from not having a professional installer mount your unit will void your warranty. -
Page 7: Securing The Tv
Do not use the pedestal if it becomes warped or physically damaged. • If you use the pedestal while 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. •... -
Page 8: Identifying Controls
Accessories / Options Using the clamper To tighten: To loosen: Keep the knob pressed Rear of the TV • Do not bundle the RF cable and mains lead together (could cause distorted image). • Fix cables with clampers as necessary. •... - Page 9 Identifying Controls Remote Control VIERA IMAGE VIEWER (p. 48) Input mode selection Switches to SD Card viewing mode TV - switches DVB / Analogue mode (p. 15) AV - switches to AV input mode from Input Standby On / Off switch Selection list (p.
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Page 10: Basic Connection
Basic Connection External equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this TV. Please ensure that the unit is disconnected from the mains socket before attaching or disconnecting any leads. Example 1 Example 2 Connecting aerial Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR TV only TV, DVD Recorder or VCR Rear of the TV... - Page 11 Example 3 Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR and Satellite receiver TV, DVD Recorder / VCR and Satellite receiver Rear of the TV AC 220-240 V 50 Hz Aerial Mains lead AV 2 AV 1 AV 2 AUDIO AUDIO RF cable VIDEO VIDEO COMPONENT...
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Page 12: Auto Setup
Auto Setup Search and store TV channels automatically. These steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed by your local dealer. Please complete connections (p. 10 and p. 11) and settings (if necessary) of the connected equipment before starting Auto Setup. - Page 13 Using the On Screen Displays Many features available on this TV can be accessed via the On Screen Display menu. How to use remote control Move the cursor / adjust levels / select from Move the cursor / select the menu item a range of options Access the menu / store settings after RETURN...
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Page 14: How To Use Viera Tools
How to Use VIERA TOOLS You can access some special features easily by using the VIERA TOOLS function. For “VIERA Link Control” and “Pause Live TV” functions to operate correctly, ensure the connections and settings are completed. “Summary of Q-Link and VIERA Link features” (p. 50 and p. 51), “Preparations” (p. 53) After connection, turn the equipment on and then switch the TV on. -
Page 15: Watching Tv
Watching TV Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions. Turn power on (Press for about 1 second) Mains power On / Off switch should be On. (p. 8) INPUT Select the mode (DVB or Analogue) ASPECT MENU EXIT... - Page 16 Watching TV Display Information banner Display Information banner Also appears when changing a channel “All DVB Channels” or “Favourites 1-4” (p. 37) Channel position and name To switch Channel type blue (if it is Radio or Data channel) Current time Example (DVB): 1 BBC ONE Wales All DVB Channels...
- Page 17 Aspect ASPECT Change the aspect ratio (image size) Enjoy viewing the image at its optimum size and aspect. Normally programmes have the Aspect Control Signal (Widescreen signal, etc.), and the TV will choose the aspect ratio automatically according to the Aspect Control Signal (p. 60). If you would like to change the aspect ratio manually Display Aspect Selection list While the list is displayed,...
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Page 18: Using 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). When this TV is turned on for the first time, or the TV is switched off for more than a week, it may take some time before the TV Guide is completely shown. - Page 19 View advertisement Enter your postcode when using this function for the first time “Postcode” in “GUIDE Plus+ Settings” (p. 33) If you have already entered your postcode in “Auto Setup” - when first using the TV (p. 12), you do not have to enter again.
- Page 20 Using TV Guide Other useful functions (Operate whilst viewing TV Guide) Guide link recording (Timer Programming from the TV Guide signal) Guide link recording is a timer programme controlled by information from the TV Guide. Programme start and end times may be changed by broadcasters and sent to the TV for timer programme to follow the change.
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Page 21: Viewing Teletext
Viewing Teletext You can enjoy news, weather forecasts and subtitles, etc. (depending on the broadcaster) The availability of teletext services for a programme is indicated by “TXT” in the information banner. Information banner (p. 16) 1 BBC ONE Wales 20:35 All DVB Channels Change category Coronation Street... - Page 22 Viewing Teletext Analogue teletext Analogue teletext services Analogue teletext services are the text information provided by the broadcaster. The features may vary depending on the broadcaster. What is FASTEXT mode? In FASTEXT mode, four differently coloured subjects are situated at the bottom of the screen. To access more information about one of these subjects, press the appropriately coloured button.
- Page 23 INDEX Return to the main index page INDEX Subtitles View a favourite page stored Factory setting is “P888” (subtitle service) on the blue button (List mode). STTL View in multi window Watch TV and Teletext in two windows at once Operations can be made only in Teletext screen.
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Page 24: Watching External Inputs
Watching External inputs Connect the external equipment (VCRs, DVD equipment, etc.) and you can watch through the input. To connect the equipment p. 10 - p. 11 and p. 58 The Remote Control is capable of operating some functions of selected external equipment. Turn the TV on When connecting with SCART as example 2 or 3 (p. - Page 25 Start recording How to change the code for the type of the equipment Each type of the Panasonic equipment has its own remote control code. Please change the code according to the equipment you want to operate. If you operate the connected equipment in VIERA Link (p. 56), select the code 73.
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Page 26: How To Use Menu Functions
How to Use Menu Functions Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions. Display the menu INPUT Displays the functions that can be set MENU (varies according to the input signal) ASPECT MENU DIRECT TV REC Select the menu EXIT access... - Page 27 Overview (Picture, Sound) How to operate p. 26 Main Menu Picture Picture Menu Viewing Mode Dynamic Contrast Sound Brightness Colour Sharpness Setup Available in NTSC Tint Colour Balance Warm Not available in PC Colour Management Eco Mode Not available in PC P-NR Picture Menu Available in NTSC / PAL...
- Page 28 How to Use Menu Functions Overview (Setup) Available in PC PC Setup How to operate p. 26 Input Resolution 1024 × 768 Clock H-pos Main Menu V-pos Clock Phase Picture Sync H & V Reset to Defaults Reset (p. 47) Sound Setup Setup Menu...
- Page 29 Sending Preset Data Please wait! 100% Remote control unavailable (p. 32) Child Lock Change PIN Access Child Lock List Access Child Lock List - TV and AV Name Input Type Lock (p. 40) BBC 1 Wales Free TV BBC THREE Free TV Lock Free TV...
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Page 30: Menu List
How to Use Menu Functions Menu list Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Selects four different screen settings (Dynamic / Normal / Cinema / Game) In each Viewing Mode setting, Contrast, Brightness, Colour, Sharpness, Tint, Colour Balance, Colour Management, Eco Mode and 3D-COMB can be adjusted and stored to suit your particular viewing requirement (e.g., you may require different settings for viewing sports, films, news etc.) Set for each input signal... - Page 31 Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Select two different sound settings (Music / Speech) In each Sound Mode setting, Bass and Treble can be adjusted and stored to suit your Mode particular sound requirement Changes to any settings in a mode will affect all signal sources Sound quality can be improved Bass Increases or decreases level to enhance or minimise lower, deeper sound output...
- Page 32 How to Use Menu Functions Menu list Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Timer Programming Records forthcoming channels (p. 44) Off Timer Sets the time the TV automatically turns Off (Off / 15 / 30 / 45 / 60 / 75 / 90 minutes) VIERA Link Sets to use VIERA Link functions (Off / On) (p.
- Page 33 Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Teletext Analogue teletext display mode (FASTEXT / List) (p. 22) Selects the preferred language for digital channel subtitles (depending on the Preferred Subtitles broadcaster) To display subtitles p. 16 Input Labels Labels or skips each input terminal (p. 46) Sets how long the information banner (p.
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Page 34: Retuning From Setup Menu
Retuning from Setup Menu Auto Setup retunes all channels automatically. DVB or Analogue channels Automatically retune all DVB or Analogue channels received in the area. Only DVB channels are retuned in DVB mode. Only Analogue channels are retuned in Analogue mode. All the previous tuning settings are erased. - Page 35 DVB or Analogue channels Select “Auto Setup” DVB: access INPUT DVB Tuning Menu ASPECT MENU DIRECT TV REC Favourites Edit Channel List select EXIT Auto Setup Access Manual Tuning Update Channel List New Channel Message On Signal Condition Analogue: BACK/ OPTION RETURN Analogue Tuning Menu...
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Page 36: Tuning And Editing Channels (Dvb)
Tuning and Editing Channels (DVB) You can retune channels or make your favourite channel lists, skip unwanted channels, etc. Select DVB p. 15 INPUT MENU Display the menu EXIT MENU Select “Setup” access Main Menu RETURN Picture Sound select Setup Select “DVB Tuning Menu”... -
Page 37: Favourites Edit
List favourite DVB channels Favourites Edit Create your favourite channel lists from various broadcasters (up to 4: Favourites1 to 4). The DVB Favourites lists are available for switching in the Information banner (p. 16) and from “Category” in the TV Guide (p. 19). Select a channel to list DVB Favourites Editor All DVB Channels... -
Page 38: Tuning And Editing Channels (Analogue)
Tuning and Editing Channels (Analogue) You can retune channels or skip unwanted channels, edit channels etc. Select Analogue p. 15 INPUT Display the menu MENU MENU EXIT Select “Setup” access RETURN Main Menu Picture Sound select Setup Select “Analogue Tuning Menu” access Setup Menu Timer Programming... -
Page 39: Channel List
Skip unwanted Analogue channels, Edit Analogue channels Channel List You can hide unwanted Analogue channels. The hidden channels cannot be displayed except in this function. Use this function to skip unwanted channels. Select a channel and reveal / hide To reveal all channels reveal / hide Analogue Channel List BBC1... -
Page 40: Child Lock
Child Lock You can lock specific channels / AV input terminals and control who watches them. When the locked channel / input is selected, a message appears; by entering the PIN number, you can watch it. Display the menu MENU MENU EXIT Select “Setup”... -
Page 41: Shipping Condition
Shipping Condition Resets the TV to its original condition, i.e. no channels tuned in. All settings other than “Owner ID” are reset (channels, picture, sound settings, etc.). Display the menu MENU MENU EXIT Select “Setup” access Main Menu Picture Sound select Setup Select “System Menu”... -
Page 42: Advanced Settings
Advanced Settings Advanced Settings provide various features. Select DVB or Analogue p. 15 INPUT ASPECT MENU DIRECT TV REC EXIT Display the menu MENU Select “Setup” BACK/ OPTION RETURN RETURN access Main Menu Picture Sound TEXT STTL INDEX HOLD select Setup Select “System Menu”... -
Page 43: Common Interface
Input owner ID Owner ID Entry of the PIN number and personal information (your name, address and postcode). In the unfortunate event of theft it will help the Police to determine the owner. Enter the PIN number (4 digits) Enter the PIN number twice at first setting. Owner ID Make a note of the PIN number in case you forget it. -
Page 44: Recording Controls
Recording Controls Timer Programming from Menu The Timer programming menu allows you to choose programmes that you wish to record. At the correct time, the TV will switch on and tune to the correct channel (even if the TV is in Standby mode). TV Guide may also be used to set timer programming. - Page 45 Set timer programming details Timer Programming Start making the settings Repeat the operations as below, and set items in the order of can also be entered with numeric buttons. select the item Timer recording Records according to the time setting D: DVB Guide: Guide link recording A: Analogue...
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Page 46: Input Labels
Input Labels For easier identification and selection of the input mode, you can label each input mode or skip terminal that is not connected to any equipment. To select the input mode p. 24 Display the menu MENU MENU EXIT Select “Setup”... -
Page 47: Displaying Pc Screen On Tv
Displaying PC Screen on TV The screen of the PC connected to the TV can be displayed on the TV. You can also listen to PC sound with the audio cable connected. To connect PC p. 58 Select the external input INPUT ASPECT MENU... -
Page 48: Viewing From Sd Card
Viewing from SD Card (VIERA IMAGE VIEWER) Photo View: Still images recorded by digital cameras will be displayed. During the operation, sound signal is output from AV1, AV2 and AUDIO OUT terminals. But no video signals are output. “Date” shows the date on which the recording was made by the digital camera. The file without record of the date is shown “**/**/****”. - Page 49 Slideshow Start Slideshow (operate in step Select the photo for the first view Start Slideshow To pause To return to Single view green Note Slideshow is done within the thumbnail. You can also start slideshow directly by using VIERA TOOLS “How to Use VIERA TOOLS”...
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Page 50: Link Functions
Use fully wired HDMI compliant cable. Connect the equipment supporting VIERA Link to the TV’s HDMI1, HDMI2 or HDMI3 terminal via an HDMI cable. About HDMI cable for connecting Panasonic HD Video Camera or LUMIX Camera, read the manual of the equipment. - Page 51 VIERA Link (HDMI and Audio out connections) Connected equipment Player theatre with Blu-ray Disc theatre with Amplifier with VIERA Link function VIERA Link function VIERA Link function Features Analogue channel download – – – Easy playback – Power on link –...
- Page 52 Link Functions Q-Link VIERA Link Q-Link Preparations Connect the DVD Recorder / VCR with the following logos: “Q-Link”, “NEXTVIEWLINK”, “DATA LOGIC”, “Easy Link”, “Megalogic” or “SMARTLINK” Q-Link connection p. 50 Use fully wired SCART cable. Set up the DVD Recorder / VCR. Read the manual of the recorder. Q-Link terminal setup in the Setup Menu “Q-Link”...
- Page 53 Control™” VIERA Link “ Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with Panasonic products which have “HDAVI Control” function. This TV supports “HDAVI Control 4” function. Connections to the equipment (DIGA Recorder, HD Video Camera, Player theatre, Amplifier, etc.) with HDMI and SCART cables allow you to interface them automatically (p. 50 and p. 51).
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Page 54: Viera Link
Link Functions Q-Link VIERA Link Features available Reduce unnecessary power consumption in standby Standby Power Save Set Standby Power Save “On” in the Setup Menu to use this function “Standby Power Save” (p. 32) The power consumption in Standby mode of the connected equipment is controlled higher or lower in synchronization with the TV On / Off state to reduce the consumption. - Page 55 Features available (Using VIERA Link Menu) Pause Live TV programme Pause Live TV You can pause the live TV programme and resume later. Live TV programme will be recorded on HDD of the connected DIGA Recorder. This function is available with DIGA Recorder which has HDD. If you connect plural recorders including other manufacturers’...
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Page 56: Viera Link Control
Link Functions Q-Link VIERA Link Features available (Using VIERA Link Menu) Control the menu of the connected equipment by VIERA remote control VIERA Link Control You can control some functions of the connected equipment with this TV remote control (point the remote control at the TV’s signal receiver). - Page 57 Features available (Using VIERA Link Menu) Speaker control Speaker Selection You can control the theatre speaker with this TV remote control (point the remote control at the TV’s signal receiver). If you cannot operate, check the settings and the equipment “Summary of Q-Link and VIERA Link features”...
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Page 58: External Equipment
External Equipment 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, the table below, and the specifications (p. 71). Camcorder / Game equipment (S-VIDEO) (VIDEO) To listen with speakers... - Page 59 HDMI equipment Conversion adapter “HDMI connection” (p.62) (if necessary) (Viewing) DVD Recorder Computer (Listening) Fully wired HDMI compliant cable RF cable AV 1 AV 2 AUDIO AUDIO To record / VIDEO VIDEO COMPONENT S VIDEO playback DVD Recorder / SCART cable Fully wired HDMI compliant cable...
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Page 60: Technical Information
Technical Information Auto Aspect The optimum size and aspect can be chosen automatically, and you can enjoy finer images. (p. 17) Aspect Control Signal “WIDE” will appear in the top left of the screen if a Widescreen signal (WSS) or a Control signal through SCART / HDMI terminal is found. - Page 61 Electrical interference, static electricity, or erroneous operation may damage the data or card. Back up the recorded data at regular intervals in case of deteriorated or damaged data or erratic operation of the TV. (Panasonic is not liable for any deterioration or damage of recorded data.) Data format for Card browsing...
- Page 62 Technical Information HDMI connection 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 ( 1) with an HDMI or DVI output terminal, such as a set top box or a DVD player, can be connected to the HDMI terminal using an HDMI compliant (fully wired) cable.
- Page 63 Updating the TV software From time to time, a new version of software may become available for download to enhance the performance or operations of the TV. To download from a notification banner A notification banner will appear when you search for a new version software by using the “System Update Search Now”...
- Page 64 Technical Information Input signal that can be displayed COMPONENT (Y, P ), HDMI * Mark: Applicable input signal Signal name COMPONENT HDMI 525 (480) / 60i 525 (480) / 60p 625 (576) / 50i 625 (576) / 50p 750 (720) / 60p 750 (720) / 50p 1,125 (1,080) / 60i 1,125 (1,080) / 50i...
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Page 65: Faqs
FAQs Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to resolve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer or Panasonic Customer Care Centre for assistance. For details (p. 72) White spots or shadow... - Page 66 FAQs Problem Actions Set “P-NR” in the Picture Menu (to remove noise). (p. 30) Chaotic image, noisy Check nearby electrical products (fluorescent lamp, DECT phones, mobile phones, microwaves, etc.). Is “Colour” or “Contrast” in the Picture Menu set to the minimum? (p. 30) No image can be displayed Please also refer to “Neither image nor sound is produced”...
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Page 67: On Screen Messages
Problem Actions Press and hold the standby On / Off switch on the remote control for about 1 second if Power LED is red. The TV does not switch On Check the mains lead is plugged into the socket outlet. The fuse in the mains plug may have blown. - Page 68 No channel found. Please check aerial or local channel Please follow the message. availability. If it is still failed, consult your local Panasonic dealer. Press OK to start Auto Setup. No module inserted Check the CI module inserted completely (p. 43).
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Page 69: Glossary
Message Meaning / Action This timer will not follow the TV Guide If you edit the start time or end time of Guide link recording more than information 10 minutes, it will no longer be performed as Guide link recording. The Press OK to continue, RETURN to restore recording will be performed according to the time setting. -
Page 70: Licence
INDIRECT, SPECIAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES IN CONNECTION WITH THE PROVISION OR USE OF ANY INFORMATION, EQUIPMENT, OR SERVICES RELATING TO THE GUIDE PLUS+ SYSTEM. http://www.europe.guideplus.com/ Trade Mark of the DVB Digital Video Broadcasting Project (1991 to 1996) TX-L26X10B Declaration of Conformity No. 6156, 5 December 2008... -
Page 71: Specifications
Specifications TX-L26X10B Power Source AC 220-240 V, 50 Hz Power Consumption 97 W Power Consumption in 0.4 W (Without monitor out recording) Standby mode 15 W (With monitor out recording) Aspect Ratio 16:9 66 cm (diagonal) Visible screen size 577 mm (W) × 325 mm (H) Number of pixels 1,049,088 (1,366 (W) ×... - Page 72 • Most major credit and debit cards accepted. • All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are provided directly by Panasonic UK Ltd. • It couldn’t be simpler! • Also available through our Internet is direct shopping for a wide range of finished products, take a browse on our website for further details.