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  • Page 1 TH-42AS700A TH-50AS700A TH-55AS700A TH-60AS700A HELP English...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    my Home Screen my Home Screen • Information • How to use • Settings • OSD Colour APPS List • Information • How to use • Settings Watching Basic • Basic connection • Selecting channel • Information banner • Option Menu • Subtitle • Last view • Off Timer • Energy saving functions • Adjusting time External equipment • External connection • Watching external input...
  • Page 3 • Noise reduction settings • Advanced Settings • Option Settings • Screen Settings • Copy Adjustment For best audio • Sound mode • Basic settings • Volume settings • Voice Guidance Settings • Audio Description • Advanced settings TV Guide • Using TV Guide • Timer Programming • Note • 3D Eyewear - Maintenance • Viewing 3D • 3D Mode Selection • 3D Settings • Source image format...
  • Page 4 Recording USB HDD setup • Preparations • Setting for USB HDD Recording current programme • One Touch Recording • REW LIVE TV Timer Programming • Setting Timer Programming • Editing Timer Programming • Remote recording • Note Technical information • USB HDD Media Player Using Media Player • Information • Selecting device / mode • Network device Photo mode • Selecting file...
  • Page 5 Recorded TV mode • Selecting content • Watching recorded TV • Grouping contents • Deleting content • Changing device • Chapter List • Audio output settings Music mode • Selecting file • Playing music • Music Setup USB Sharing • USB Sharing Technical information • Device handling caution • SD Card • USB devices • Photo format • Video format • Music format...
  • Page 6 • Note Network settings • Network Connection • Custom - Wireless • Custom - Wired • Custom - Wireless Access Point • Network Status • my Home Cloud Settings • VIERA Name • TV Remote App Settings • Network Link Settings • TV Anytime Settings • File Sharing Settings • Software Update • New Software Message Photos • Selecting file • Viewing photo...
  • Page 7 • Music format Functions User profile • Information • Settings • my Stream Voice Control • Preparations • How to use Touch Pad Controller • Information • My button • 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...
  • Page 8 Shipping Condition • Shipping Condition Updating the TV Software • Information • Auto update • Manual update Setting characters • Using Numeric buttons Bluetooth devices • Bluetooth Setup Keyboard • Keyboard Settings Setting menu • How to use Picture • Viewing Mode • Basic settings • Ambient Sensor • Noise reduction settings • Advanced Settings • Option Settings • Screen Settings...
  • Page 9 • Advanced settings • Reset Sound Defaults Network • Network Connection • Network Status • my Home Cloud Settings • VIERA Name • TV Remote App Settings • Network Link Settings • TV Anytime Settings • File Sharing Settings • Other settings Timer • Off Timer • Timer Programming • Clock Settings • Auto Standby • No signal Power off Setup • Eco Navigation...
  • Page 10 Support FAQs • Picture • Digital TV • Sound • 3D • HDMI • Network • Other Maintenance • Care and Cleaning Information • Using Help menu Optional accessories • 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. References in this eHELP The images shown in this eHELP are for illustrative purposes only.

  • Page 11: Information

    my Home Screen 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 Media Player, videos, games, communication tools, etc. as shown below (example). HOME HOME Home Screen Selected content screen (TV, application, etc.)

  • Page 12: How To Use

    How to use Home Screen provides access to special features such as Media Player, TV, internet content, data services, communication tools, etc. 1. Display Home Screen with HOME. (Example) The last viewed Home Screen is displayed when the TV is turned on. ●...

  • Page 13: Settings

    Settings Select the setup menu from the tool guide on the top of the screen. (Example) ■ Home Screen Selection 1. Display Home Screen Selection with HOME. (Example) 2. Select the screen with and press to set. Full Screen Displays full-screen TV. TV Home Screen: To make your TV experience more convenient and comfortable...
  • Page 14 Communication Camera is not included. Please purchase as necessary. ● Support > Optional accessories For details of Voice Control function ● Functions > Voice Control ■ 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.

  • Page 15: Osd Colour

    OSD Colour 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Display Settings > OSD Colour with and press to access. 3. Set with and press to store. OSD Colour (Jet black Pale grey Organic brown Sand beige) Selects the preferred colour type of on-screen displays. This function is available for the information banner, menu screen, Home ●...

  • Page 16: Apps List

    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 17: Settings

    Media Player Media Player > Using Media Player > Selecting device / mode Recorded TV Media Player > Recorded TV mode Media Server Network > DLNA > Using DLNA VIERA Link Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” Settings You can customise APPS List (screen settings, etc.). 1.

  • Page 18: Watching

    Watching Basic Basic connection Please ensure that the unit is disconnected from the mains socket before attaching or disconnecting any cables. ■ Aerial Aerial terminal RF cable Aerial Keep RF (antenna) cable away from the mains lead to avoid and minimise ●...
  • Page 19 ■ DVD Recorder / VCR Aerial terminal RF cable DVD Recorder / VCR Aerial HDMI terminal HDMI cable ■ Set top box HDMI terminal HDMI cable Set top box Satellite dish = Note = For VIERA Link connections ● Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Summary of VIERA Link External equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this TV.

  • Page 20: Selecting Channel

    Selecting channel 1. Select Digital TV or Analogue TV with TV. The selected mode is displayed on the top left of the screen. ● 2. Select a channel with Channel Up / Down Numeric buttons. Press Numeric buttons to select a channel position with 2 or more-digit ●...

  • Page 21: Information Banner

    Information banner Display information banner with INFO. Also appears when changing a channel. ● (Example) Channel position and name Channel type (Radio, etc.) / Encrypted channel ( ) / TV mode ( , Programme Start time / End time (Digital TV) Channel position, etc.
  • Page 22 Audio mode Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings 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 23: Option Menu

    To display the introduction banner for the internet service ● 1) Display the menu with MENU. 2) Select Setup > Display Settings > Smart Banner with and press to access. 3) Select with and press to set. Option Menu Confirm or change the current status. 1.

  • Page 24: Subtitle

    Selects multiplex sound mode (if available). Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings For Analogue TV ● Volume Correction Adjusts the volume of each individual channel or input mode. Subtitle Display / hide subtitles (if available). 1. Display the subtitle menu with STTL/AD. 2.

  • Page 25: Energy Saving Functions

    Energy saving functions The TV can be eco-friendly using energy-saving functions. The TV will automatically go into Standby mode in the following conditions: Eco Navigation is set to Set to Eco. ● Off Timer is active. ● Watching > Basic > Off Timer No operation is performed for 4 hours while Auto Standby is set to On.

  • Page 26: Adjusting Time

    The notification message will appear 3 minutes before going into Standby ● mode. ■ Eco Navigation Automatically sets the TV to the most suitable energy-saving mode. The concerned items and their current settings are displayed. Select Set to to set them to the energy-saving settings at once. 1.
  • Page 27 Normally select Auto to adjust as following for the region has been set in ● Region Select. NSW / ACT Victoria / Tasmania: +11:00 South Australia: +10:30 Queensland: +10:00 Northern Territory: +9:30 Western Australia: +8:00 Region Select Selects the region where you live to adjust the standard time. (Base on GMT) (NSW / ACT Victoria Queensland...

  • Page 28: 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 To use the specific devices supporting Bluetooth wireless technology ●...
  • Page 29 ■ AV devices AV IN (COMPONENT) terminals Component cables DVD Player AV IN (VIDEO) terminals Composite cables Camcorder / Game equipment - 29 -...

  • Page 30: Usb Devices

    ● You cannot connect any devices by using USB card reader. ● Additional information for the devices may be on the following website. ● http://panasonic.net/viera/support (English only) ■ To listen with speakers DIGITAL AUDIO OUT Optical digital audio cable Amplifier with speaker system To enjoy multi-channel sound from external equipment (e.g.

  • Page 31: Watching External Input

    Watching external input Connect the external equipment (VCR, DVD, etc.) and you can watch through the input. 1. Display the input selection menu with AV. 2. Select the input mode connected to the equipment with and press to watch. (The selected mode is displayed on the top left of the screen.) You can also select the input pressing AV.

  • Page 32: Playing Time Display

    ■ Playing Time Display Set to to display a time period of continuous use in Game mode on the top right of the screen every 30 minutes. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Display Settings > Playing Time Display with press...

  • Page 33: Hdmi Features

    ■ 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. Enter the appropriate code as follows with Numeric buttons.

  • Page 34: Dvi Connection

    ■ Applicable HDMI features Input audio signal: ● 2ch Linear PCM (sampling frequencies - 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 32 kHz) Input video signal: ● Matches the output setting of the digital equipment. Watching > External equipment > Valid input signals VIERA Link (HDAVI Control 5) ●...

  • Page 35: Valid Input Signals

    Valid input signals ■ COMPONENT, HDMI Signal name COMPONENT HDMI 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 ○...

  • Page 36: 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.

  • Page 37: Ambient Sensor

    Ambient Sensor 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture > Ambient Sensor with and press to access. 3. Select with and press to set. Ambient Sensor / Off) Automatic Brightness Control function ● Adjusts picture settings automatically depending on ambient lighting conditions.

  • Page 38: Basic Settings

    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 ● Sidecut Zoom: Displays a 16:9 letterbox (anamorphic) image full-screen without distortion. For HD (High definition) signals ●...

  • Page 39: Noise Reduction Settings

    Intelligent Frame Creation (Max / Off) Automatically compensates the picture frame rate and removes juddering movements to make the images smooth. Depending on the contents, images may be noisy. To prevent the noise, ● change the setting. Not valid for photo contents of Media Player / Network services or when ●...

  • Page 40: Advanced Settings

    Advanced Settings You can adjust and set up the detailed picture settings when Viewing Mode is set to Cinema, True Cinema or Custom. The settings in True Cinema Custom can be stored for each input. Watching > For best picture > Viewing Mode 1.

  • Page 41: White Balance

    ■ White Balance R-Gain G-Gain B-Gain Adjusts the white balance of bright red / green / blue areas. R-Cutoff G-Cutoff B-Cutoff Adjusts the white balance of dark red / green / blue areas. More Detailed Adjustment Adjusts more detailed items of White Balance.

  • Page 42: Reset Picture Defaults

    Y-Saturation C-Saturation / M-Saturation: Adjusts the saturation of yellow / cyan / magenta areas. Y-Luminance C-Luminance / M-Luminance: Adjusts the luminance of yellow / cyan / magenta areas. Reset Colour Management: Resets items of More Detailed Adjustment. Reset Colour Management Resets Colour Management to the default settings.

  • Page 43: Option Settings

    Option Settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture > Option Settings with and press to access. 3. Select one of the following items with and press to access. Game Mode Film Cadence Mode 1080p Pure Direct HDMI Content Type HDMI RGB Range 3D-COMB...

  • Page 44: Screen Settings

    HDMI RGB Range (Auto Full / Normal) Adjusts the black level of the image for each HDMI input. When the black level is not suitable, select Full. ● For HDMI input ● 3D-COMB / Off) Makes still or slow moving pictures more vivid. Occasionally, while viewing still or slow moving pictures, colour patterning ●...

  • Page 45: Copy Adjustment

    H-Size (H-Size1 / H-Size2) Switches the horizontal display range to reduce noise on the side edge of the image. For TV mode, AV and HDMI input ● Not valid in 3D mode ● Zoom Adjustments Adjusts the vertical position and size when aspect is set to Just, Sidecut Just, Zoom...

  • Page 46: 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 47 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. ● Select the frequency and change the frequency level using ●...

  • Page 48: Volume Settings

    Volume settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Sound with and press to access. 3. Select one of the following items with and press to access. TV Speaker Auto Gain Control Volume Correction Speaker Distance to Wall 4. Set with and press to store.

  • Page 49: Voice Guidance Settings

    Voice Guidance Settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Sound > Voice Guidance Settings with and press access. 3. Select one of the following items with and press to access. Voice Guidance Speed Volume User Level Web Browser 4.

  • Page 50: Audio Description

    Audio Description 1. Display the menu with STTL/AD. 2. Select Audio Description with and press to access. 3. Select one of the following items with and press to access. Audio Description Volume Speakers Audio Selection 4. Set with and press to store.

  • Page 51: Advanced Settings

    Advanced settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Sound with and press to access. 3. Select one of the following items with and press to access. Digital Audio Preference SPDIF Selection HDMI Input 4. Set with and press to store.
  • Page 52 = Note = If the stereo signal is poor or the receiving conditions are not optimum or if ● STEREO:MONO automatic switching occurs, it is recommended to switch from STEREO to MONO. Even when the contents of the receiving signal undergo changes, ●...
  • Page 53 ARC (Audio Return Channel) is a function of digital audio output using ● HDMI cable. For Digital TV or video contents of Media Player / Network services ● Media Player > Video mode > Audio output settings Network > Videos > Audio output settings HDMI Input (Digital / Analogue)

  • Page 54: Tv Guide

    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). 1. Select Digital TV or Analogue TV with TV. 2.
  • Page 55 To the previous day (Digital TV) ● (red) To the next day (Digital TV) ● (green) To view a channel list of the selected type (Digital TV) ● 1) Display the type list with (yellow). 2) Select the type with and press to view.

  • Page 56: Timer Programming

    Timer Programming This function allows you to select programmes that you want to be reminded to watch or record to the USB HDD. 1. Select the forthcoming programme with and press access. 2. Select USB HDD Rec. Reminder with and press to set.

  • Page 57: Note

    Note Display the image (TV, external input, etc.) full-screen for viewing 3D. ● Do not exert pressure on or scratch the lens of the 3D Eyewear. ● 3D content will not be correctly visible if the 3D Eyewear is worn upside ●...

  • Page 58: Viewing 3D

    ■ 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 Network ■...

  • Page 59: 3D Mode Selection

    3D Mode Selection You can easily change the viewing mode between 2D and 3D with 3D. 1. Display 3D Mode Selection with 3D. 2. Select the mode with and press to set. Items of 3D Mode Selection vary depending on the condition. ●...

  • Page 60: 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 2D→3D Depth 3D Adjustment Picture Swap Edge Smoother Safety Precautions 4.
  • Page 61 Set to to enable Effect setting. When setting to On, a safety precaution message will appear. Read it ● carefully and press RETURN to go to Effect setting. When adjusting, take into account that the vision of 3D images varies ●...

  • Page 62: Source Image Format

    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 63: Tuning And Editing Channels

    Tuning and editing channels Setting menu You can retune channels, create your favourite channel lists, skip unwanted channels, etc. 1. Select Digital TV or Analogue TV with TV. 2. Display the menu with MENU. 3. Select Setup > Tuning Menu with and press to access.

  • Page 64: Channel List

    ■ Edit favourites list You can edit the favourites list while the cursor is on the channel in the favourites list. To move the channel ● 1) Select the channel with 2) Press (green). 3) Select the new position with Numeric buttons.

  • Page 65: Auto Tuning

    Reveal Hide (skip) To reveal all channels ● (yellow) ■ Edit Digital TV / Analogue TV Channels To swap / move the channel position (if available) ● 1) Press (green) to edit. 2) Set the new position with Numeric buttons , and press (green) to store.

  • Page 66: Manual Tuning

    When the operation is completed, the channel at the lowest position will ● be displayed. This setting is applicable only for the selected TV mode. ● ■ Auto Tuning using the buttons on the TV 1. Press and hold INPUT/OK/HOLD for MENU button for 3 seconds to display the menu.

  • Page 67: Update Channel List

    Update Channel List By updating the Digital TV channel list, you can add new channels, delete removed channels or change channel names and positions automatically. The channel list is updated while keeping your settings in Favourites Edit, ● Channel List, Child Lock, etc.

  • Page 68: Usb Hdd Setup

    Recording USB HDD setup Preparations You can record the digital TV programmes to the connected USB HDD and enjoy playing back in various ways. Prepare the USB HDD for the exclusive use of recording with this TV. ● Connect the USB HDD to the USB 2 port with the USB cable. ●...

  • Page 69: Setting For Usb Hdd

    The data recorded on the USB HDD with this TV can only be played back ● on this TV. You cannot play back its contents with another TV (including the TV of the same model number) or any equipment. Do not turn the TV off, pull out the mains plug or remove the USB HDD ●...
  • Page 70 5. When the confirmation screen of USB HDD name is displayed, select with and press to set. The name for the USB HDD is created automatically. If you want to edit ● the name, select Yes. 1) Enter characters with Numeric buttons, and press to set.

  • Page 71: One Touch Recording

    Recording current programme One Touch Recording Records the current programme to the USB HDD immediately. Confirm the remote control code is “73”. ● Watching > External equipment > Operating with TV’s remote control 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup >...

  • Page 72: Rew Live Tv

    REW LIVE TV Records the current programme to the USB HDD constantly within the maximum recordable time. Confirm the remote control code is “73”. ● Watching > External equipment > Operating with TV’s remote control 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.
  • Page 73 ■ To stop REW LIVE TV 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Recording Setup > REW LIVE TV with and press to access. 3. Select with to stop REW LIVE If you stop REW LIVE TV, the recorded content for REW LIVE TV will be ●...

  • Page 74: Timer Programming

    Timer Programming Setting Timer Programming This function allows you to select programmes that you want to be reminded to watch or record to the USB HDD. Not valid in Analogue TV ● 1. Select Digital TV with TV. 2. Display the menu with MENU. 3.
  • Page 75 (Example) !: Overlapped timer events Function (USB HDD Rec. / Reminder) : Digital TV Channel position, channel name, etc. STTL: Displays subtitles (if available) – Press (yellow) to indicate subtitles and press again to remove them. – For Reminder Date (You can set one day ahead with , select daily or weekly with –...

  • Page 76: Editing Timer Programming

    Editing Timer Programming 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Timer > Timer Programming with and press to access. 3. Select the event with To change a timer event ● – Correct as necessary. Recording > Timer Programming > Setting Timer Programming To delete a timer event ●...

  • Page 77: Remote Recording

    Network > Network settings > TV Anytime Settings Additional information for the services may be found on the following ● website. http://panasonic.net/viera/support (English only) = Note = This function is not available when the TV is turned off with Mains Power ●...

  • Page 78: Technical Information

    LED will turn to orange in Standby mode if Timer Programming is set. ● Reminder messages will remain displayed until one of the following ● occurs: – You press to view the programme or EXIT to cancel the reminder. – The timer event that the reminder is set for ends. “!”...

  • Page 79: Technical Information

    Regarding performance, not all USB HDDs are guaranteed. Check the ● USB HDDs that have been tested for compatibility with this TV at the following website. http://panasonic.net/viera/support (English only) = Note = Data modified with a PC may not be displayed. ●...

  • Page 80: Media Player

    Media Player Using Media Player Information Media Player allows you to enjoy photo, video or music recorded on the SD Card / USB Flash Memory / network device, and contents recorded with this TV to the formatted USB HDD. (Example) Photo mode: Still pictures recorded with digital cameras will be displayed.
  • Page 81 ■ 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 Ensure alignment is straight and complete when inserting or removing.

  • Page 82: 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 To play back contents in the USB HDD, ensure the connection and ●...
  • Page 83 = Note = You may also access each mode directly from APPS List. ● my Home Screen > APPS List > How to use Recorded TV is available for contents recorded on the USB HDD with this ● Select the appropriate device and content for playing back each file. ●...

  • Page 84: Network Device

    Regarding performance, not all servers are guaranteed. PCs with ● Windows 7 / Windows 8 / Windows 8.1 have been tested for compatibility with this TV (as of December, 2013). Additional information for the servers may be found on the following website. http://panasonic.net/viera/support (English only) - 84 -...

  • Page 85: Photo Mode

    Photo mode Selecting file Select the file in the thumbnail view with and press to start playback. : Error display To change the size of photos in the thumbnail view ● 1) Display the option menu with OPTION. 2) Select Change Size with and press...

  • Page 86: Viewing Photo

    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 ● INFO To rotate 90° ● (blue) To return to thumbnail ●...

  • Page 87: Multi Shot 3D

    Multi Shot 3D This TV can create a 3D photo using a pair of photos and save it. You can only save the image into the SD card. ● This function is available with photos recorded on digital cameras. ● Depending on the photos you select, they may not be suitable for creating ●...

  • Page 88: 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 OK. To display / hide the operation guide ●...
  • Page 89 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 90 Depending on the photo size, the photo may not be fully enlarged to fill the ● screen (e.g. portrait style picture). Burst Playback / Off) Selects whether to display burst photos in a fast-paced slideshow mode or not. Not valid when Frame is set to Drift, Gallery, Cinema...
  • Page 91 ● To register music 1) Select the music file with and press to access. Depending on the condition of the device, select folders until you ● reach the desired music file. 2) Select File Folder with and press to set. File: The selected music file will be registered.

  • Page 92: 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 93: Watching Video

    Watching video ■ Playback from the selected scene in the title 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 94: Video Setup

    To change aspect ● 1) Display Aspect Selection 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 95: 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 OUT or HDMI2 (ARC function) terminal.

  • Page 96: Selecting Content

    Recorded TV mode Selecting content For exclusive USB HDD ● To play back contents in the USB HDD, ensure the connection and ● settings are completed. Recording > USB HDD setup 1. Contents list of the selected device is displayed in Recorded TV mode. Remaining capacity of the selected device is displayed on the top right.

  • Page 97: Watching Recorded Tv

    Watching recorded TV ■ Playback To operate playback ● Manual skip – Press to skip forward approx. 30 seconds. – Press and hold to skip backward approx. 15 seconds. : Rewind : Fast forward : Stop : Pause (displays the time seek bar) / Playback To jump to the specified time point ●...

  • Page 98: Grouping Contents

    To confirm or change the current status (if available) ● Watching > Basic > Option Menu To return to list ● RETURN Grouping contents 1. Select the content to edit with and press (blue) to tick in the contents list. 2.

  • Page 99: Changing Device

    Changing 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 option menu with OPTION. 2. Select Drive Select with and press to access. 3.

  • Page 100: Audio Output Settings

    Audio output settings You can enjoy the multi-channel sound via an amplifier connected to DIGITAL AUDIO OUT or HDMI2 (ARC function) terminal. To confirm or change the current sound status ● Media Player > Video mode > Video Setup 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.

  • Page 101: Playing Music

    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 102: Music Setup

    2) While the time seek bar is displayed Press Search approx. 10 seconds Press and hold Search rapidly 3) Jump to the specified time point with OK. To display / hide the operation guide ● INFO To the previous track ●...

  • Page 103: Usb Sharing

    USB Sharing USB Sharing You can copy the contents from one device to another using the USB ports and SD Card slot. To enable this function, connect the source drive and destination drive to ● the TV. Media Player > Using Media Player > Information Source drive: USB device / SD Card which contains the data to be copied.
  • Page 104 In consideration of possible loss of the data included in your USB devices ● or SD card for any reasons, Panasonic recommends to store or back up the data included in the USB devices or SD card to the other places...

  • Page 105: Device Handling Caution

    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. SD Card ■...

  • Page 106: Usb Devices

    You cannot connect any devices using a USB card reader. ● Additional information for the devices may be found on the following ● website. http://panasonic.net/viera/support (English only) ■ USB Flash Memory USB Flash Memory format: FAT16, FAT32 or exFAT USB HDDs formatted on a PC are not guaranteed to work in Media Player.

  • Page 107: Video Format

    = Note = Some files may not be played back even if they fulfil these conditions. ● Do not use multi-byte characters or other special codes for file names. ● Connected devices may become unusable with this TV if the file or folder ●...
  • Page 108 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. ● MKV (.mkv) Video codec: H.264 BP/MP/HP, MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4 SP/ASP...
  • Page 109 ● PS (.mod, .mpg, .mpeg, .vob, .vro) Video codec: H.264 BP/MP/HP, MPEG1, MPEG2, VC-1 Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, HE-AAC, LPCM, MPEG Audio, ● TS (.mts, .m2ts, .tp, .trp, .ts, .tts) Video codec: H.264 BP/MP/HP, MPEG1, MPEG2, VC-1 Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS core, HE-AAC, MPEG Audio, MP3...

  • Page 110: Music Format

    Music format ■ Supported Music formats ● MP3 (.mp3) ● AAC / Apple Lossless (.m4a) Copy-protected files cannot be played back. ● ● FLAC (.flac) ● WMA / WMA Pro (.wma) Copy-protected files cannot be played back. ● WMA Lossless is not supported. ●...

  • Page 111: Selecting Internet Content

    Network 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. ● Ensure the network connections and network settings are completed.

  • Page 112: 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 113: Information

    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 114 And you need to install the application for controlling VIERA on your smartphone. For information of the application: http://panasonic.net/viera/support (English only) For the operations, refer to the support information of the application. “Windows 7 / Windows 8” are the OS that have been tested for ●...
  • Page 115 : To use this function with your smartphone, you need to install the application for controlling VIERA in your smartphone. For information of the application: http://panasonic.net/viera/support (English only) For the operations, refer to the support information of the application. To use this function with another DLNA Certified VIERA, set Network Link ●...

  • Page 116: Using Dlna

    Using DLNA To use DLNA features, ensure the preparations of the media server, network ® connections and network settings are completed. Network > DLNA > Information Network > Network connections Network > Network settings 1. Display APPS List with APPS. 2.

  • Page 117: Internet Connection

    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 118: Dlna Connection

    DLNA connection To use DLNA features, you need a home network environment and you can operate the features without a broadband network environment. To use internet service, you need a broadband network environment. ● Network > Network connections > Internet connection ■...
  • Page 119 ■ Wired connection (For DLNA and internet service) ETHERNET terminal LAN cable (Shielded) Use the Shielded Twist Pair (STP) LAN cable. ● Hub or Router Internet environment DLNA Certified media server (PC, etc.) ■ Wireless connection (For DLNA) To use the TV as a wireless access point ●...

  • Page 120: 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 121: Network Settings

    Network settings Network Connection Ensure the connections are completed before starting network setup. Network > Network connections ■ Quick setup - Wireless 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > Network Connection with and press access. Confirm the encryption key, settings and position of your access point ●...

  • Page 122: Custom - Wireless

    7. Select Exit with and press to set. To set manually ● Network > Network settings > Custom - Wireless ■ Quick setup - Wired 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > Network Connection with and press access.
  • Page 123 WPS(PIN) ● 1) Press (green). 2) Enter the PIN code to the access point. 3) Connect the TV with the access point with OK. Manual ● 1) Press (yellow). 2) You can set up SSID, security type, encryption type, and encryption key manually.

  • Page 124: Custom - Wired

    Proxy: This is the address of the relay server which is connected between the browser and the target server to send data to the browser. 1) Select Proxy with and press to access. 2) Enter the address with Numeric buttons, and press to set.
  • Page 125 Proxy Settings It is not required for normal household use. ● Some internet services may not be available depending on the proxy ● settings. Proxy: This is the address of the relay server which is connected between the browser and the target server to send data to the browser. 1) Select Proxy with...

  • Page 126: 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 127: Network Status

    Network Status Displays and checks the network status (MAC Address, current network settings, etc.). 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > Network Status with and press to access. 3. Automatically testing is done and Network Status is displayed. Again: Performs automatic testing of the network connection for the TV and displays the current status again.

  • Page 128: Tv Remote App Settings

    TV Remote App Settings Sets to control the TV with the equipment (smartphone, etc.) connected to your network. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > TV Remote App Settings with and press access. 3. Select one of the following items with and press to access.

  • Page 129: Network Link Settings

    Depending on the network condition, this function may not be available. ● Depending on the area, this function may not be available. For details, ● consult your local Panasonic dealer. Network Link Settings Sets to control the TV with devices connected to the network. 1. Display the menu with MENU.

  • Page 130: Tv Anytime Settings

    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. TV Anytime Settings TV Anytime Settings / Off) Enables to watch TV and set timer programming events of this TV on the network equipment (smartphone, etc.) from outside the home network.

  • Page 131: File Sharing Settings

    File Sharing Settings Network Device List Lists the accessible network devices to play back the contents in Media Player. Media Player > Using Media Player > Network device Software Update Accesses the specific website to update the TV’s software if any updates are available.

  • Page 132: Selecting File

    Photos Selecting file Ensure the preparations of the media server, network connections and network settings are completed. Network > DLNA > Information Network > Network connections Network > Network settings 1. Display APPS List with APPS. 2. Select Media Server with and press to access.

  • Page 133: Viewing Photo

    Viewing photo ■ Playback To operate Single view ● : To the previous photo : To the next photo : Stop (return to list) : Slideshow To display / hide the operation guide ● INFO To rotate 90° ● (blue) To return to list ●...
  • Page 134 Transition Effect (Off Fade Dissolve Motion / Random) Selects the transition effect for switching photos during the slideshow. Fade: The next photo fades in gradually. Dissolve: Each photo is dissolved when switching to the next photo. Motion: Each photo is displayed with an effect of enlarging, reducing, moving up or moving down.

  • Page 135: Selecting File

    Videos Selecting file Ensure the preparations of the media server, network connections and network settings are completed. Network > DLNA > Information Network > Network connections Network > Network settings 1. Display APPS List with APPS. 2. Select Media Server with and press to access.
  • Page 136 To jump to the specified time point ● 1) Display the time seek bar with OK. 2) While the time seek bar is displayed Press Search approx. 10 seconds Press and hold Search rapidly 3) Jump to the specified time point with OK. To play back slowly ●...

  • Page 137: Video Setup

    Video Setup Set up the settings for video file operations on this TV. 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2. Select Video Setup with and press to access. 3. Select one of the following items with and press to access. Video Preview Audio Selection Dual Audio...

  • Page 138: Audio Output Settings

    Audio output settings You can enjoy the multi-channel sound via an amplifier connected to DIGITAL AUDIO OUT or HDMI2 (ARC function) terminal. To confirm or change the current sound status ● Network > Videos > Video Setup 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.

  • Page 139: Music

    Music Selecting file Ensure the preparations of the media server, network connections and network settings are completed. Network > DLNA > Information Network > Network connections Network > Network settings 1. Display APPS List with APPS. 2. Select Media Server with and press to access.

  • Page 140: Music Setup

    2) While the time seek bar is displayed Press Search approx. 10 seconds Press and hold Search rapidly 3) Jump to the specified time point with OK. To display / hide the operation guide ● INFO To the previous track ●...

  • Page 141: Diga Recorder

    DIGA Recorder Controlling DIGA Recorder Ensure the preparations of the media server, network connections and network settings are completed. Network > DLNA > Information Network > Network connections Network > Network settings 1. Display APPS List with APPS. 2. Select Media Server with and press...

  • Page 142: Technical Information

    Technical information Photo format ■ Supported Photo formats ● JPEG (.jpg, .jpeg, .mpo) Sub-sampling: 4:4:4, 4:2:2, 4:2:0 Image resolution (pixel): 8 × 8 to 30 719 × 17 279 DCF and EXIF standards ● Progressive JPEG is not supported. ● = Note = Some files may not be played back even if they fulfil these conditions.
  • Page 143 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. ● MKV (.mkv) Video codec: H.264 BP/MP/HP, MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4 SP/ASP...
  • Page 144 ● ASF (.asf, .wmv) Video codec: MPEG4 SP/ASP, VC-1, Windows Media Video Ver. 9 Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, HE-AAC, LPCM, MP3, WMA, WMA Pro Copy-protected files cannot be played back. ● ● FLV (.flv) Video codec: H.264 BP/MP/HP Audio codec: AAC, MP3...

  • Page 145: 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 146: Information

    Functions User profile Information Setting user profile allows you to enjoy the recommended contents, your favourite Home Screen, cloud services, etc. To use my Stream ● Functions > User profile > my Stream = Note = You need a broadband network environment to use this function fully. ●...

  • Page 147: My Stream

    Your face Registers the face data of the user for Face Recognition. Main Home Screen Selects Home Screen to be displayed when using Voice Control function. To use this function, you need to register your voice data or face data. my Home Cloud account Sets up an account for the cloud services.

  • Page 148: Voice Control

    ■ Face Recognition / Voice Print Recognition By using the Communication Camera and Voice Control function, this TV recognises your face / voice and provides the recommended contents. Say “my Stream” into the microphone of the Touch Pad Controller to use ●...

  • Page 149: Preparations

    Voice Control Preparations Voice Control function allows you to operate the TV (e.g. selecting a channel), search the content from various features, etc. with your speech. To use this function fully, you need a broadband network environment. ● Ensure the network connections and network settings are completed. Network >...

  • Page 150: Touch Pad Controller

    How to use 1. Press of Touch Pad Controller. When the confirmation screen is displayed, read carefully and start ● Voice Control function. 2. The operation guide is displayed and follow the on-screen instructions. To display voice command list ● OPTION To exit Voice Control function ●...

  • Page 151: My Button

    Touch Pad Controller Information Touch Pad Controller is designed for the convenient operations, especially, on Home Screen or internet contents. You can operate the TV intuitively with this controller. Touch Pad Controller can be used by registering to this TV with Bluetooth ●...

  • Page 152: Settings

    Settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > VIERA Touch Pad Controller with and press access. 3. Select one of the following items with and press to access. Pairing Cursor Settings Operation Guide 4. Follow the on-screen instructions. Pairing Registers Touch Pad Controller (supplied) to this TV.

  • Page 153: Summary Of Viera Link

    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.

  • Page 154: Viera Link (Hdmi Connection)

    ● 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 155 ■ 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 the optical digital audio cable for audio output from the TV. ●...
  • Page 156 ■ Available features (HDMI and Audio out connections) Player theatre Easy playback ● Power on Link ● Power off Link ● Intelligent Auto Standby ● VIERA Link Control ● Speaker Selection ● Blu-ray Disc theatre Easy playback ● Power on Link ●...

  • Page 157: Easy Playback

    ■ 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 158: Power On Link

    Power on Link Power on Link VIERA Link Settings to use this function. When the connected equipment starts playback or direct navigator / function menu for the equipment is activated, the TV is automatically turned on. (Only when the TV is in Standby mode.) Power off Link Power off Link VIERA Link Settings...

  • Page 159: Viera Link Control

    VIERA Link Control You can control some functions of the connected equipment with this TV’s remote control by pointing at the TV’s signal receiver. 1. Display APPS List with APPS. 2. Select VIERA Link with and press to access. 3. Select VIERA Link Control with and press...

  • Page 160: Speaker Selection

    ■ If you access non-VIERA Link equipment The type of the connected equipment is displayed. Although you can access the connected equipment, you cannot operate it. Use the remote control of the connected equipment. = Note = If you cannot operate the equipment, check the settings and the ●...

  • Page 161: 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 162: Using Child Lock

    Child Lock Using Child Lock You can lock specific channels / AV input terminals to restrict access to them. When the locked channel / input is selected, a message appears. Enter the PIN number to watch. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.

  • Page 163: Parental Rating

    Parental Rating To watch the Digital TV programme that has rating information on the selected age, enter the PIN number (depending on the broadcaster). 1. Select Parental Rating with and press to access. 2. Select an age for the restriction of programmes with and press to set.

  • Page 164: Using 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. Select Digital TV with TV. 2. Display the menu with MENU. 3. Select Setup >...

  • Page 165: 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. Network > Network connections Network > Network settings Not all the data services are available depending on the area and ●...
  • Page 166 Shipping Condition Shipping Condition Resets the TV to its original condition (i.e. no channels tuned in). All settings other than USB Device Setup are reset (channels, picture, sound settings, etc.). 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > System Menu >...

  • Page 167: Auto Update

    Updating the TV Software Information A new version of software may be released for download to enhance the performance or operations of the TV. If there is an update available and the channel has the update information, a notification message is displayed. To download ●...

  • Page 168: Manual Update

    Manual update You can update new software manually. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > System Menu > System Update > System Update Search with and press to access. 3. Searches for an update (for several minutes) and displays a corresponding message if any.

  • Page 169: Using Numeric Buttons

    Setting characters Using Numeric buttons You can enter characters for free input items using Numeric buttons. Press Numeric buttons repeatedly until you reach the desired character. : . @ / 1 ! : # + - * _ ( ) “ ‘ % & ? , ; = $ [ ] ~ < > { } | ` ^ \ : a b c 2 A B C : d e f 3 D E F : g h i 4 G H I...

  • Page 170: Bluetooth Setup

    : A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) compliant audio devices can be used. Additional information for the devices may be found on the following ● website. http://panasonic.net/viera/support (English only) 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Bluetooth Setup...
  • Page 171 Bluetooth Audio Settings Adjusts the delay time and volume for the audio device. Lip Sync Lip Sync Adjustment: If the sound of the audio device does not synchronise the image, set Lip Sync and adjust in Lip Sync Adjustment. This function is available only for the Bluetooth audio devices. ●...
  • Page 172 Keyboard Keyboard Keyboards requiring the drivers are not supported. ● Characters may not be displayed correctly on the TV screen depending on ● the connected keyboard. Some of the keys of keyboards may correspond to the operation of the ● remote control.

  • Page 173: Picture

    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.
  • Page 174 To change menu pages ● To change the colour type of on-screen displays, set Colour. ● my Home Screen > my Home Screen > OSD Colour = Note = Menu items and selectable options vary depending on the mode (TV ●...

  • Page 175: Viewing Mode

    Picture Viewing Mode Selects your favourite picture mode for each input. (Dynamic Normal Cinema True Cinema / Custom) Watching > For best picture > Viewing Mode Basic settings Backlight, Contrast, Brightness, Colour, Tint, Sharpness Adjusts the levels of these options according to your personal preference. Watching >...

  • Page 176: Ambient Sensor

    24p Smooth Film (Max / Off) Automatically compensates the picture frame rate to make the 24p source movie images smooth. Watching > For best picture > Basic settings This function is available only for 24p signal input and displayed instead of ●...

  • Page 177: Option Settings

    Option Settings Game Mode / Off) Provides suitable images for fast response signals when playing games. Watching > For best picture > Option Settings Not valid in TV mode ● Film Cadence Mode / Off) Improves vertical resolution for movie images. Watching >...

  • Page 178: Screen Settings

    3D-COMB / Off) Makes still or slow moving pictures more vivid. Watching > For best picture > Option Settings For PAL / NTSC signal reception in TV mode or from composite ● connection Screen Settings 16:9 Overscan / Off) Selects the screen area displaying the image for 16:9 aspect. Watching >...

  • Page 179: D Settings

    3D Settings 3D Detection (On (Advance) / Off) Selects whether to switch to the 3D mode automatically or not. Watching > 3D > 3D Settings 3D Signal Message / Off) Selects whether to give a notification message when a signal of 3D format is found or not.

  • Page 180: Reset Picture Defaults

    Safety Precautions Displays the precautions for viewing 3D images. Watching > 3D > 3D Settings Copy Adjustment Copies the selected True Cinema Custom settings to those of the other input. Watching > For best picture > Copy Adjustment Reset Picture Defaults Resets the current Picture Viewing Mode to the default settings.

  • Page 181: Basic Settings

    Sound Mode Selects your favourite sound mode for each input. (Standard Music Ambience / User) Watching > For best audio > Sound mode Basic settings Bass Adjusts level to enhance or minimise lower, deeper sound output. Watching > For best audio > Basic settings Treble Adjusts level to enhance or minimise sharper, higher sound output.

  • Page 182: Volume Settings

    Volume settings TV Speaker / Off) Set to when using the external speakers. Watching > For best audio > Volume settings Auto Gain Control / Off) Automatically regulates large sound level differences between channels and inputs. Watching > For best audio > Volume settings Volume Correction Adjusts the volume of each individual channel or input mode.

  • Page 183: Audio Description

    Volume (Max / Min) Selects the volume for the voice guidance. Watching > For best audio > Voice Guidance Settings User Level (Beginner / Expert) Selects the level of verbosity for the voice guidance. Watching > For best audio > Voice Guidance Settings Web Browser / Off) Set to...

  • Page 184: Reset Sound Defaults

    Advanced settings Selects multiplex sound mode (if available). Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings For Analogue TV ● Digital Audio Preference (Dolby D / MPEG) Selects the initial setting for audio tracks. Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings For Digital TV ●...

  • Page 185: My Home Cloud Settings

    Network Network Connection Sets the network setting to use this TV in your network environment. Network > Network settings > Network Connection Network Status Displays and checks the network status (MAC Address, current network settings, etc.). Network > Network settings > Network Status my Home Cloud Settings Notices Displays the terms of service.

  • Page 186: Other Settings

    Other settings Software Update Checks for available software updates from the Panasonic website. 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 187: Off Timer

    Timer Off Timer Sets the duration of time until the TV automatically goes into Standby mode. (minutes)) Watching > Basic > Off Timer Timer Programming Sets a timer to record or remind forthcoming programmes. Recording > Timer Programming > Setting Timer Programming For Digital TV ●...

  • Page 188: Auto Standby

    Auto Standby Automatically turns the TV to Standby mode for energy saving when no operation is performed for 4 hours. / Off) Watching > Basic > Energy saving functions 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.

  • Page 189: Eco Navigation

    Setup Eco Navigation Automatically sets the TV to the most suitable energy-saving mode. Watching > Basic > Energy saving functions Voice Control Settings Settings for Voice Control function Functions > Voice Control > Preparations User Settings Settings for user profile. Functions >...

  • Page 190: Child Lock

    Bluetooth Setup Settings for the specific devices supporting Bluetooth wireless technology Functions > Bluetooth devices > Bluetooth Setup Child Lock Applies access control for channels or inputs to prevent unwanted access. Functions > Child Lock > Using Child Lock Tuning Menu Favourites Edit Creates a list of favourite channels.

  • Page 191: Display Settings

    New Channel Message / Off) Selects whether to give a notification message when a new channel is found or not. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > New Channel Message For Digital TV ● Signal Condition Checks the signal condition. Watching >...

  • Page 192: Viera Link Settings

    Banner Display Timeout 0 (No display) (seconds)) Sets how long the information banner stays on screen. Watching > Basic > Information banner Smart Banner / Off) Displays the introduction banner for the internet service. Watching > Basic > Information banner Playing Time Display / Off) Set to...

  • Page 193: Data Service Application

    Standby Power Save / Off) Controls the connected equipment to reduce power consumption in Standby. Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Standby Power Save This function is available when VIERA Link is set to Power off Link ● is set to On. Intelligent Auto Standby / Off) Makes non-watched or non-used connected equipment go into Standby mode...

  • Page 194: System Menu

    System Menu Shipping Condition Resets all settings to the original condition. Functions > Shipping Condition > Shipping Condition System Update Downloads new software to this TV. Functions > Updating the TV Software > Auto update Licence Menu Displays the software licence information. Other Settings Power Save / Off)

  • Page 195: Picture

    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. Black and white picture Check that the output of the external equipment matches the input of the ●...
  • Page 196 Each one of these dots is precisely controlled by the electronics of the TV to produce the picture. Whilst Panasonic maintains the highest standards in manufacturing technology and processes in the construction of these panels, there are a number of allowable pixel / subpixel failures that still allow the panel to be defined as a good panel.

  • Page 197: 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. Connecting devices such as DTV recorder / PVR / VCR, etc. that also require an antenna connection to the digital television To maintain optimum antenna signal quality, use an ‘F’...
  • Page 198 Picture regularly pixelates on some channels, or No signal message Check Signal Condition via TV Setup menu. If the level of Signal Quality ● Signal Strength is not high or constantly changing, check aerial / cable connections. If the problem persists, consult your local TV antenna installer.

  • Page 199: Sound

    Sound 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. No sound is produced Is “Sound mute” active? Press MUTE to switch sound mute on or off.

  • Page 200: 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 201: 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 202: 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 203 Touch Pad Controller does not work or cannot be registered Are the batteries installed correctly? ● The batteries may be running low. Replace them with new ones. ● Register again. ● Functions > Touch Pad Controller > Settings Use Touch Pad Controller within approx. 3.2 m from the TV. (The range ●...

  • Page 204: Care And Cleaning

    Maintenance Care and Cleaning First, remove the mains plug from the socket outlet. ■ Display panel, Cabinet, Pedestal Regular care: Gently wipe the surfaces of the display panel, cabinet, or pedestal using a soft cloth to clean the dirt or fingerprints. For stubborn dirt: (1) First clean the dust on the surface.

  • Page 205: Using Help Menu

    Information Using Help menu 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Help with and press to access. 3. Select TV Self Test System Information Device Information with and press to access. TV Self Test Makes a diagnosis of picture or sound problems. Follow the on-screen instructions.

  • Page 206: Optional Accessories

    3D Eyewear TY-EP3D20W ● (1 pack includes 2 pairs of eyewear) – If you need 3D Eyewear additionally, please purchase this optional accessory. – Use Panasonic 3D Eyewear for passive 3D. For more information: ● http://panasonic.net/viera/support (English only) Communication Camera ■...

  • Page 207: Wall-Hanging Bracket

    TV wall bracket installation. Incorrect fitting may cause equipment to fall, resulting in injury and product damage. Any such damage will void your warranty. Please contact your local Panasonic dealer to purchase the recommended ● wall-hanging bracket.

  • Page 208: 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 209 This product incorporates the following software: (1) the software developed independently by or for Panasonic Corporation, (2) the software owned by third party and licensed to Panasonic Corporation, (3) the software licensed under the GNU LESSER GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE Version 2.1 (LGPL V2.1) and/or, (4) open sourced software other than the software licensed under the LGPL V2.1.
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