Panasonic VIERA TH-L24XM6K Operating Instructions

Operating Instructions
LED TV
Contents
Safety Precautions ··················· 2
Setting Up the TV ····················· 3
Connecting the TV ···················· 4
Initial Setup ····························· 6
Operating the TV ······················ 6
Watching External Inputs ··········· 7
Using the Media Player ············· 8
Using the Menu Functions ·········· 9
Additional Information ············· 12
Troubleshooting ····················· 13
Specifications ························ 14
Maintenance ························· 15
Licence ································ 15
English
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Safety Precautions
Do not place the TV on sloped or
unstable surfaces, and ensure that
To help avoid risk of electrical shock, fire, damage or injury,
the TV does not hang over the edge
please follow the warnings and cautions below:
of the base.
Mains plug and lead This TV is designed for table-top use.
Model No. Do not expose the TV to direct
Warning
TH-L24XM6K sunlight and other sources of heat.
TH-L24XM6M
If you detect anything unusual,
immediately remove the mains
TH-L24XM6X
plug.
To prevent the spread of
Mains plug types vary
between countries. fire, keep candles or other
open flames away from
This TV is designed to operate on:
– TH-L24XM6K: AC Single 220 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz this product at all times
–
Other models: AC Auto 110 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz
Insert the mains plug fully into the socket outlet.
Dangerous part / Small object
Ensure that the mains plug is easily accessible.
Disconnect the mains plug when cleaning the TV. Warning
Do not touch the mains plug with wet hands. This product contains possibly dangerous parts such as
plastic bags, that can be breathed in or swallowed by
young children accidentally. Keep these parts out of reach
Do not damage the mains lead. of young children.
Do not place a heavy object on
•
Pedestal
the lead.
Warning
Do not disassemble or modify the pedestal.
• Do not place the lead near a
Caution
high temperature object.
Do not use any pedestal other than the one provided with
this TV.
• Do not pull on the lead. Hold
Do not use the pedestal if it becomes warped or physically
onto the mains plug body when
damaged. If this occurs, contact your nearest Panasonic
disconnecting the plug.
dealer immediately.
During setup, make sure that all screws are securely
Do not move the TV with the lead plugged into a socket
•
tightened.
outlet.
Ensure that the TV does not suffer any impact during
• Do not twist the lead, bend it excessively or stretch it.
installation of the pedestal.
Do not use a damaged mains plug or socket outlet.
•
Ensure that children do not climb onto the pedestal.
Ensure the TV does not crush the mains lead.
•
Install or remove the TV from the pedestal with at least two
Do not use any mains lead other than that provided with
people.
this TV.
Install or remove the TV by the specified procedure.
Take care
Ventilation
Warning
Caution
Do not remove covers and never modify the TV
Allow sufficient space around the TV in order to help prevent
yourself as live parts are accessible when they
excessive heat, which could lead to early failure of some
are removed. There are no user serviceable
electronic components.
parts inside.
Do not expose the TV to rain or Minimum distance (cm)
excessive moisture. This TV must
not be exposed to dripping or
splashing water and objects filled 10
with liquid, such as vases, must
not be placed on top of or above
the TV.
Ventilation should not be impeded
Do not insert foreign objects into the TV through the air
by covering the ventilation openings
vents.
with items such as newspapers,
Do not use an unapproved pedestal / mounting equipment.
Be sure to ask your local Panasonic dealer to perform the tablecloths and curtains.
Whether you are using a pedestal or not, always ensure
setup or installation of approved wall-hanging brackets.
the vents at the bottom of the TV are not blocked and
Do not apply strong force or impact to the display panel.
there is sufficient space to enable adequate ventilation.
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Connections Set top box
Aerial and mains lead
TV
Aerial
RF cable
ANT AV / Game equipment
Using HDMI terminal
RF cable
TV
Mains lead
(supplied) DVD Recorder /
VCR
You can also make similar connection via HDMI 2.
Alternative connection
Using COMPONENT terminals
Keep the space between the TV and RF cable to prevent
distorted image.
Do not put the RF cable close to the mains lead to avoid
noise.
Do not place the RF cable under the TV.
An aerial, correct cable (75 coaxial) and correct
terminating plug are required to obtain optimum quality
picture and sound.
TV
If a communal aerial system is used, you may require the
Using COMPOSITE terminals
correct connection cable and plug between the wall aerial
socket and the TV.
Your local Television Service Centre or dealer may be able
to assist you in obtaining the correct aerial system for your
particular area and the accessories required.
Any matters regarding aerial installation, upgrading of
existing systems or accessories required, and the costs
incurred, are the responsibility of you, the customer.
If the aerial is placed in the wrong location, interference TV
might happen.
You can also make similar connections via AV2 IN.
Speaker system
TV
AUDIO
OUT
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Printed in Malaysia
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Moving the TV
Caution
Before moving the TV, disconnect all cables.
Move the TV with at least two
people. Support as shown to
avoid injury by the TV tipping
or falling.
When not in use for a long time
Caution
This TV will still consume some power even in the Off mode,
as long as the mains plug is still connected to a live socket
outlet.
Remove the mains plug from the wall socket when the TV
is not in use for a prolonged period of time.
Use conditions
Caution
This appliance is intended for use in tropical climates.
Battery for the Remote Control
Caution
Incorrect installation may cause battery leakage, corrosion
and explosion.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type.
Do not mix old and new batteries.
Do not mix different battery types (such as alkaline and
manganese batteries).
Do not use rechargeable batteries (Ni-Cd, etc.).
Do not burn or break up batteries.
Do not expose batteries to excessive heat such as
sunshine, fire or the like.
Make sure you dispose of batteries correctly.
Setting Up the TV
Standard accessories
Accessories may not be placed all together. Take care not to
throw them away unintentionally.
Remote Control
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10 10
Batteries (R6) × 2
(p. 3)
Mains Lead (p. 5)
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Initial Setup
Satellite dish When you first turn on the TV, a series of steps will pop-up
to guide you to setup your TV.
These steps are not necessary if the setup has been
Set top box completed by your local dealer.
1
Plug the mains plug into the socket
HDMI cable
outlet, then switch on the TV
TH-L24XM6K: AC Single
220 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz
Other models: AC Auto
HDMI cable
Equipment
110 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz
2
Select your language
Audio cable
OSD Language
Component English
video cable
3
Select your area
Equipment
Channel Plan
Asia/W.Europe
CIS/E.Europe
China
Audio cable
Hong Kong
NZ/Indonesia
Video cable CATV/Other
When selecting [CATV/Other], press OK, and then select
the Channel Plan from [Indian CATV], [South Africa],
[American System], [American CATV] or [Japan].
Equipment 4
Start Auto Tuning
Auto Tuning starts
OK
Auto Tuning searches and stores TV channels. The sorted
Amplifier with
channel order depends on the TV signal, the broadcasting
speaker system
system and reception conditions.
5
Select [Home]
L
Please select your viewing environment.
Home Shop
Audio cable
[Shop] is for shop display. If you selected [Shop], you
can return to the above screen at the stage of Shop
confirmation screen.
RETURN
Shop
You have selected shop mode
To change the viewing environment later on, you need
to initialise all settings by accessing [Shipping Condition]
(p. 11).
Setup is now complete and your TV is ready for
viewing.
Pedestal Optional accessories
Wall-hanging bracket (not supplied)
Please contact your local Panasonic dealer to purchase
the recommended optional accessories.
Rear of the TV
Assembly screws
(M4 × 12) × 2
Attaching the pedestal
Attach the TV to the pedestal
Carry out the work on a horizontal and level surface.
Holes for wall-hanging bracket installation
a: 100 mm
b: 100 mm
Screw specification
Type: M4
Depth of screw:
Minimum: 6 mm
Maximum: 9 mm
Warning
When optional accessories such as wall brackets etc.
are used, always read and follow the manufactures
Secure the base to prevent the TV from falling over.
installation and usage instructions.
The place where the base is secured should be thick
Do not mount the unit directly below ceiling lights (such
enough and made of hard material.
as spotlights or halogen lights) which typically give off
Commercially available screw
high heat. Doing so may warp or damage plastic cabinet
(not supplied)
parts.
Diameter: 3 mm
When installing wall brackets you must ensure the
Length: 25 - 30 mm
wall bracket is not electrically grounded to metal wall
studs. Always ensure that there are no electrical cables,
pipes etc. in the wall before you begin the wall bracket
Removing the pedestal from the TV
installation.
Be sure to remove the pedestal in the following way when
To prevent fall and injury, remove the TV from its fixed
using the wall-hanging bracket or repacking the TV.
wall position when it is no longer in use.
1
Remove the assembly screws from the TV.
2
Pull out the pedestal from the TV.
3 Remove the assembly screws from the bracket.
Inserting remote's batteries
Press the hook and
lift the cover
Note the correct
polarity (+ or -)
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Operating the TV
13 Input mode selection
TV - switches to TV input mode
AV - displays [Input Selection] screen (p. 7) or
Using the remote control
14 OFF TIMER
POWER Press repeatedy to select the period after which the
MEDIA
1 PLAYER INPUT 13
TV will turn to Standby mode automatically.
2 [0] / [15] / [30] / [45] / [60] / [75] / [90] (minutes)
MENU PICTURE OFF TIMER 14
3
15 Changes multiplex sound mode (if available)
4 15
INFO EXIT Sound mode indicator:
5
16
6
17
OK 16 Exits to the TV viewing screen
17 Cursor buttons
OPTION RETURN
18
7 Makes selections or adjustments.
R G Y B 18 Returns to the previous menu / page
8
19 ASPECT
19
ASPECT
Displays the [Aspect Selection] screen. Follow the
9 20
CH operation guide to select the mode.
Select VOL
MUTE
[16:9] / [14:9] / [Just] / [4:3] / [4:3 Full] / [Zoom1] /
OK
10 [Zoom2] / [Zoom3]
Store
You can also press the button repeatedly to select
the mode.
11
20 Channel Up / Down
21 Returns to the last viewed channel
OK
About operation guide
12 21
STILL
When operating the TV with the remote control, follow the
LAST VIEW
operation guide available at the bottom of the screen to
perform the operation you want.
Example: [Aspect Selection]
Aspect Selection
1 Switches the TV On / Standby
16:9
2 MEDIA PLAYER (p. 8) 14:9
Just
3 Displays [Main Menu] (p. 9)
4 Selects picture mode [Viewing Mode] (p. 9)
Change
Press repeatedly to select.
5 Displays Information banner
Referring to the operation guide:
6 OK
To select the mode
Confirms selections.
Press after selecting channel positions to quickly
OK
change channel.
Change
7 Displays [Option Menu]
OK
To change to the selected mode
Confirm Shortcuts to some setting menus for picture, sound,
etc.
Follow the operation guide to select / change the OK
settings.
To return to the previous menu
8 Coloured buttons
Performs multiple operations which correspond to RETURN
the operation guide displayed on the menu screen.
9 Volume Up / Down To exit the menu
10 Sound Mute On / Off EXIT
11 Numeric buttons
Changes channel.
When in Standby mode, switches TV On.
12 Freezes / unfreezes picture
6
Connecting the TV
External equipment and cables shown are not supplied
with this TV.
Ensure that the unit is disconnected from the mains
socket before attaching or disconnecting any leads.
(View from the side)
Check the type of terminals and cable plugs are correct
when connecting.
a
When using an HDMI cable, use the fully wired one.
Depth of
screw Keep the TV away from electronic equipment (video
b
equipment, etc.) or equipment with an infrared sensor.
Otherwise, distortion of image / sound may occur or
operation of other equipment may be interfered.
Also read the manual of the equipment being connected.
Screw for fixing the TV onto the
wall-hanging bracket (not supplied)
Terminals
Rear of the TV
6 5
ANALOG AUDIO
via AV1
1
2
1
HDMI 1 - 2
2 AV1 IN
3
AV2 IN
4
USB port
5 Aerial terminal
6
AUDIO OUT
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Using the TV controls
INPUT/
HOLD
press repeatedly to select the AV input mode for
MENU
VOL
Indicators on the TV
: STEREO : MAIN I
5 6 7
: MONO : SUB II
1 Displays [Input Selection] screen
On first press, the [Input Selection] screen for
control panel is displayed. Pressing the button again
will toggle cursor movement.
Displays [Main Menu] when press and hold for
3 seconds
Confirms selection (OK button) while in the menu
system
2 Channel Up / Down
Cursor Up / Down
(p. 12)
Makes selections or adjustments when in the menu
system
3 Volume Up / Down
Cursor Left / Right
Makes selections or adjustments when in the menu
system
4 Switches TV On or Standby
To completely turn Off the TV, remove the mains
plug from the wall socket.
5 Remote control signal receiver
6 C.A.T.S. (Contrast Automatic Tracking System)
sensor
Senses brightness to adjust picture quality when
[Eco Mode] in the Picture Menu is set to [On].
(p. 10)
7 Power LED
Red: Standby
Select
EXIT
Operation guide
Green: On
RETURN
Watching External
Inputs
Connect the external equipment (p. 5),
then select the input corresponds to the
connected terminal.
Input Selection
TV
AV1
AV2
HDMI 1
HDMI 2
USB
Note
[USB] : Switches to Media Player (p. 8)
You can label or skip each input mode (except [USB]).
"Input Labels" (p. 11)
Skipped inputs will not be displayed when the AV button
is pressed.
7
4
3
OK/
1
CH
2
3
4