Panasonic TX-40FXT686 Operating Instructions Manual

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LED TV

Model No.

TX-40FXT686

TX-49FXT686

TX-55FXT686

TX-65FXT686

For more detailed instructions, please refer to [eHELP]

(Built-in Operating Instructions).

How to use [eHELP]

Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product.

Please read these instructions carefully before operating this product and retain them

for future reference.

Please carefully read the "Safety Precautions" of this manual before use.

The images shown in this manual are for illustrative purposes only.

Please refer to Pan European Guarantee Card if you need to contact your local

Panasonic dealer for assistance.

(image: TX-49FXT686)

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Page 1 (Built-in Operating Instructions). How to use [eHELP] (p. 19) Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product. Please read these instructions carefully before operating this product and retain them for future reference. Please carefully read the “Safety Precautions” of this manual before use.
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Be Sure to Read Important Notice··················································· 3 Safety Precautions ··············································· 4 Accessories ························································ 7 Installing the TV ··················································· 8 Installing the wall-hanging bracket ··························11 Connections ·······················································12 Identifying Controls ··············································16 First time Auto Setup ············································18 Watching TV·······················································19 How to Use eHELP ··············································19 How to Use Menu Functions ··································21 Changing Picture and Sound settings ······················22 Retuning from Setup Menu ····································23...
Page 3: Important Notice
Handling of customer information Important Notice When using Internet connecting function of this TV, after agreeing to Panasonic‘s terms of service / privacy policy (hereinafter referred to as terms and conditions etc.), Customer Information on the use of this unit may be...
Page 4: Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions This mark indicates the product operates on AC voltage. To help avoid risk of electrical shock, fire, damage or injury, please follow the warnings and cautions below: Mains plug and lead This mark indicates a Class II or double insulated Warning electrical appliance wherein the product does not require a safety connection to electrical earth (ground).
Page 5 To prevent the Do not use an unapproved pedestal / mounting equipment. Be sure to ask your local Panasonic spread of fire, keep dealer to perform the setup or installation of approved wall-hanging brackets.
Page 6 ). To avoid malfunctions or slow response physically damaged. If this occurs, contact your caused by radio wave interference, keep the TV away nearest Panasonic dealer immediately. from the devices such as other wireless LAN devices, During setup, make sure that all screws are securely other Bluetooth devices, microwaves, mobile phones tightened.
Page 7: Accessories
LED TV Declaration of Conformity (DoC) “Hereby, Panasonic Corporation declares that this TV is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the Directive 2014/53/EU.” If you want to get a copy of the original DoC of this TV,...
Page 8: Installing The Tv
Installing the TV Base Assembling / Removing the pedestal 40-inch model Assembly screw (4) M5 × 12 Assembly screw (4) M4 × 12 Bracket (2) Base 49-inch model 55-inch model 65-inch model Assembly screw (4) 55-inch model M5 × 15 49-inch model 65-inch model M5 x 16...
Page 9 Assembling the pedestal 40-inch model English...
Page 10 49-inch model 55-inch model 65-inch model Removing the pedestal Be sure to remove the pedestal in the following procedures when you use the wall-hanging bracket or repack the TV. 1 Remove the assembly screws from the TV. 2 Pull out the pedestal from the TV. 3 Remove the assembly screws from the bracket.
Page 11: Installing The Wall-Hanging Bracket
To prevent fall and injury, remove the TV from its fixed Installing the wall- wall position when it is no longer in use. hanging bracket Please contact your local Panasonic dealer to purchase the recommended wall-hanging bracket. Holes for wall-hanging bracket installation Rear of the TV...
Page 12: Connections
Connections Basic connections Mains lead 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 AC 220-240 V cables. 50 / 60 Hz Check the terminal type and cable plugs are correct for connection.
Page 13 DVB-via-IP client connection AV devices This TV has DVB-via-IP client function and can connect DVD Recorder / Blu-ray Recorder, etc. to DVB-via-IP server or SAT>IP compatible servers to receive broadcast streaming. It is recommended to connect to DVB-via-IP server with a LAN cable. Wired connection Cable Cable...
Page 14 Wireless connection Other connections DVD Player (COMPONENT equipment) Internet environment Built-in wireless LAN (Rear of the TV) Access point (Viewing) Connections for 4K / HDR compatible equipment (Listening) DVD Player Camcorder / Game equipment HDMI cable (VIDEO equipment) 4K / HDR compatible equipment To watch high-definition 4K more accurately or HDR content, connect the 4K compatible equipment to HDMI1 or 2 terminal.
Page 15 Amplifier (listening with external speakers) Use HDMI2 to connect the TV to an amplifier which has ARC (Audio Return Channel) function. If connecting to an amplifier without ARC function, use DIGITAL AUDIO. To enjoy multi-channel sound from external equipment (e.g. Dolby Digital 5.1ch), connect the equipment to the amplifier.
Page 16: Identifying Controls
7 OK Identifying Controls Confirms selections and choices. Press after selecting channel positions to quickly change channel. Displays channel list. Remote Control 8 [Option Menu] Easy optional setting for viewing, sound, etc. 9 Coloured buttons (red-green-yellow-blue) Used for the selection, navigation and operation of various functions.
Page 17 Installing / Removing batteries 3 Power LED Red: Standby Pull open Green: Depending on the ambient brightness, ‡ Hook adjusts the brightness of LED to easy-to-view levels automatically. Orange: Standby with some functions (recording, etc.) active Close The LED blinks when the TV receives a command from the remote control.
Page 18: First Time Auto Setup
Tick the TV signal mode to tune, and then select First time Auto Setup [Start Auto Setup] : tune (search for the available channels) : skip tuning When the TV is turned on for the first time, it will automatically search for available TV channels and give Auto Setup screen varies depending on the country options to set up the TV.
Page 19: Watching
Watching TV How to Use eHELP [eHELP] is the detailed operating instructions built into Turn power on the TV, and gives a more detailed explanation for a better understanding of the operation of each feature. (TV) Display [eHELP] (Remote Control) Mains power On / Off switch should be on.
Page 20 To scroll the description (if more than 1 page) While the description is highlighted To open the reference screen ( To display the menu related to the description (only for some descriptions) (red) To check the features of this TV Search by Purpose >...
Page 21: How To Use Menu Functions
Adjust using the slide bar How to Use Menu Sharpness Moved Functions change store Various menu items allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions. Go to the next screen Child Lock Display the menu access Displays the functions that can be set (varies Enter characters by free input menu according to the input signal).
Page 22: Changing Picture And Sound Settings
Changing Picture Sound and Sound settings Display the menu and select [Sound] select Sound access Picture Select [Mode] Display the menu and select [Picture] select select Picture access access Select the sound mode Select [Viewing Mode] You can select your favourite mode for each input. select [Standard]: Provides the suitable sound quality for all types of...
Page 23: Retuning From Setup Menu
Retuning from Setup Select [Auto Setup] select Menu access Automatically retunes the channels received in the area. Set [Search Mode] / [Scan Mode] This function is available if channel tuning is already performed. After settings, select [Start scan]. Only the selected mode is retuned. All the previous A confirmation screen is displayed tuning settings are erased.
Page 24: Tuning And Editing Channels
Tuning and Editing DVB-via-IP Channels Select DVB-via-IP You can retune channels, create your favourite channel Display the menu and select [Setup] lists, skip unwanted channels, etc. For details, refer to [eHELP] (Search by Purpose > select Watching > Tuning and editing channels). Setup access Select the mode...
Page 25 To exchange channel list (DVB-S) Select a channel to edit ( : Encrypted channel) [Exchange Channel List] in [Other Settings] Example: DVB-S (Setup Menu) DVB-S Channel List Editor Sorting 123... Follow the on-screen instructions. ‡ 1 Das Erste HD Tagesschau During the operation, remove USB devices other ‡...
Page 26: Multi Window
Edit DVB favourites list Multi Window You can edit the favourites list while the cursor is on the channel in the favourites list. To move the channel Displays the digital TV programme and external input (AV / COMPONENT / HDMI) at once. (green) For details, refer to [eHELP] (Search by Purpose >...
Page 27: Child Lock
Child Lock Watching External Inputs You can lock specific channels / AV input terminals to restrict access to them. When the locked channel / input is selected, a message Connect the external equipment (VCR, DVD, etc.) and appears. Enter the PIN number to watch. you can watch through the input.
Page 28: Viewing Teletext
How to change the code Viewing Teletext Each Panasonic product has its own remote control code. Change the code according to the product for operation. Teletext services are the text information provided by the Press and hold Standby On / Off switch broadcaster.
Page 29: Using Tv Guide
Using TV Guide Viewing Teletext Switch to Teletext 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 broadcaster). Displays the index page (content varies depending on the broadcaster).
Page 30: Usb Hdd Recording
To watch the programme USB HDD Recording Select the current programme select You can record the digital TV programmes to the access connected USB HDD and enjoy playing back in various ways. The current programme is displayed on the top left of the screen.
Page 31 This recording may not start if another recording is in Select the USB HDD for recording and progress, TV signal condition is bad or there are no start setup images displayed. USB Device Setup To operate [REW LIVE TV] Product Name To pause USB Drive A...
Page 32: Timer Programming
[Signal Supported Recording] (if available) Timer Programming This function is Timer Programming which is controlled by information from the TV Guide; if programme start and end times are changed This function allows you to select programmes that you by the broadcaster, the timer event will follow want to record to the USB HDD.
Page 33: Using Media Player
Using Media Player Select the device (USB Flash Memory / USB HDD / network device) select Media Player allows you to enjoy photo, video or music recorded on the USB Flash Memory / USB HDD / access network device, and content recorded with this TV to the formatted USB HDD.
Page 34: Using Home Network
Wired connection (For DLNA and internet Using Home Network service) DLNA ® 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.
Page 35 Select the media server select access Select the file select access Depending on the condition of media server, you may need to select the folder before selecting the file. To display / hide information of the highlighted file Note Non-playable files are also listed but cannot be selected.
Page 36: Faqs
This is not a malfunction. Check the mains lead is plugged into the TV and the mains socket. About the inquiry Please contact your local Panasonic dealer for The TV goes into Standby mode assistance. Auto power standby function is activated.
Page 37: Maintenance
Maintenance Specifications First, remove the mains plug from the mains socket. Model No. : TX-40FXT686 40-inch model Display panel, Cabinet, Pedestal : TX-49FXT686 49-inch model Regular care: : TX-55FXT686 55-inch model Gently wipe the surface of the display panel, cabinet,...
Page 38 Connection terminals PAL B, G, H, I SECAM B, G AV input (COMPONENT / VIDEO) SECAM L, L’ VIDEO VHF E2 - E12 Pin jack × 1 VHF A - H (ITALY) 1.0 V[p-p] (75 :) CATV (S01 - S05) AUDIO L - R CATV S11 - S20 (U1 - U10) Pin jack ×...
Page 39 Bluetooth wireless technology* Standard Compliance Bluetooth 3.0 Frequency Range 2.402 GHz - 2.480 GHz *1: The frequency and channel differ depending on the country. *2: Not all the Bluetooth compatible devices are available with this TV. Up to 5 devices can be used simultaneously.
Page 40 Warranty Service purposes. Model Number Serial Number English TQB0E2804U-2 Web Site: http://www.panasonic.com Printed in the Czech Republic © Panasonic Corporation 2018 04-2018...
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