my Home Screen my Home Screen • Information • How to use • Settings • OSD Colour APPS List • Information • How to use • Settings Watching Basic • Basic connection • DVB-via-IP connection • Selecting channel • Information banner • Option Menu • Subtitle • Last view • Off Timer • Energy saving functions • Adjusting time • Language External equipment...
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• Ambient Sensor • Aspect • Aspect Control Signal • Basic settings • 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 Teletext • Viewing Teletext...
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• Selectable satellites 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 • Note Technical information • USB HDD Media Player Using Media Player • Information • Selecting device / mode • Network device Photo mode • Selecting file...
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• Watching recorded TV • Grouping contents • Deleting content • Changing device • Chapter List • Audio output settings Music mode • Selecting file • Playing music • Music Setup Technical information • Device handling caution • USB devices • Photo format • Video format • Music format Network Internet content • Information • Selecting internet content • Note DLNA • Information...
• Custom - Wireless Access Point • Network Status • my Home Cloud Settings • VIERA Name • TV Remote App Settings • Network Link Settings • File Sharing Settings • Software Update • New Software Message Photos • Selecting file • Viewing photo • Using Slideshow Videos • Selecting file • Watching video • Video Setup • Audio output settings Music...
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• Easy playback • Power on Link • Power off Link • Standby Power Save • Intelligent Auto Standby • VIERA Link Control • Speaker Selection • Note Child Lock • Using Child Lock • PIN number • Parental Rating Data Service Application • Using Data Service Application • Cookie • Note Common Interface • Caution • Using Common Interface Shipping Condition...
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• Time Zone • Auto Standby • No signal Power off Setup • Eco Navigation • USB Device Setup • Recording Setup • Child Lock • Tuning Menu • Language • Display Settings • Common Interface • VIERA Link Settings • Data Service Application • System Menu • Other Settings Support FAQs • Picture • Digital TV • Analogue TV • Sound • HDMI...
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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. ● - 10 -...
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.)
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. ●...
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...
■ Search You can search the content from various features. 1. Select Search from the tool guide. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions. = Note = To change the colour type of on-screen displays, set Colour. ● my Home Screen > my Home Screen > OSD Colour To use this function fully, you need a broadband network environment.
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.
VIERA Link Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” Settings You can customise APPS List (screen settings, etc.). 1. Display APPS List with APPS. 2. Select the icon for settings on APPS List with and press to access. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. = Note = Setup menu items may be changed without notice.
Watching Basic Basic connection Please ensure that the unit is disconnected from the mains socket before attaching or disconnecting any cables. ■ Satellite dish Satellite terminal Satellite cable Satellite dish For DVB-S ● To ensure your satellite dish is correctly installed, please consult your local ●...
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■ DVD Recorder (VCR) / Set top box HDMI terminal HDMI cable Set top box Cable AV1 (SCART) terminal SCART cable Terrestrial / cable terminal RF cable DVD Recorder / VCR Terrestrial aerial = Note = For VIERA Link connections ●...
DVB-via-IP connection It is recommended to connect DVB-via-IP server with the LAN cable. ● ■ Wired connection ETHERNET terminal LAN cable (Shielded) Use the Shielded Twist Pair (STP) LAN cable. ● DVB-via-IP server Satellite dish / Terrestrial aerial ■ Wireless connection Built-in wireless LAN (Rear of the TV) Access point DVB-via-IP server...
For details of the connections, read the manual of the DVB-via-IP server. ● Additional information for the servers may be found on the following ● website. http://panasonic.net/viera/support (English only) Selecting channel 1. Display TV Selection with TV. 2. Select the mode with and press to set.
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■ To select a channel using TV Guide 1. Display TV Guide with GUIDE. 2. Select the current programme with and press access. – The current programme is displayed on the top left of the screen. 3. Select View with and press to watch.
Information banner Display information banner with Also appears when changing a channel. ● (Example) Channel position and name Channel type (Radio, HDTV, etc.) / Encrypted channel ( ) / TV mode ( , Programme Start time / End time (except Analogue) Channel position, etc.
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Teletext service available Multiple audio available Multiple video available Multiple audio and video available Stereo, Mono: Audio mode Data service (Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV application) available Functions > Data Service Application > Using Data Service Application – 90: Off Timer remaining time Watching >...
To change the colour type of on-screen displays, set Colour. ● my Home Screen > my Home Screen > OSD Colour To display the introduction banner for the internet service ● 1) Display the menu with MENU. 2) Select Setup >...
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Multi Audio Selects between alternative language or Audio Description for sound tracks (if available). This setting is not memorised and it will return to the default setting once ● you exit the current programme. For DVB ● Dual Audio Selects stereo / monaural (if available). For DVB ●...
Subtitle Display / hide subtitles (if available) with STTL. To select the preferred language for DVB subtitles (if available), set ● Preferred Subtitles. Watching > Basic > Language To select the preferred subtitle type ● 1) Display the menu with MENU. 2) Select Setup >...
Off Timer Turn the TV Standby mode automatically after a fixed period with TIMER. Press repeatedly until desired time appears. ● (minutes) To cancel, set to or turn the TV off. ● The remaining time displays on the information banner. ●...
■ Auto Standby 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Timer > Auto Standby with and press to access. 3. Select with and press to set. Auto Standby / Off) Automatically turns the TV to Standby mode for energy saving when no operation is performed for 4 hours.
■ Radio Mode Sets the timer for turning off the screen automatically when a radio channel is selected. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Display Settings > Radio Mode with and press to access. 3. Select the time with and press to set.
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Preferred Subtitles 1 / 2 Selects the first and second preferred language for DVB subtitles (depending on the broadcaster). To display subtitles ● Watching > Basic > Subtitle Preferred Teletext Selects the preferred language for DVB teletext service (depending on the broadcaster).
External equipment External connection These diagrams show our recommendations for connection of your TV to various pieces of equipment. For other connections, consult the instructions for each piece of equipment. For basic connection ● Watching > Basic > Basic connection Check the terminal type and cable plugs are correct when connecting.
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■ AV devices AV2 (COMPONENT) terminals Component cables DVD Player AV2 (VIDEO) terminals Composite cables Camcorder / Game equipment - 33 -...
● 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 Optical digital audio cable Amplifier with speaker system To enjoy multi-channel sound from external equipment (e.g.
■ Headphones Headphone jack M3 stereo mini plug Headphones To adjust volume, set Headphone Volume. ● Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings To select the sound output, set Speaker Setting. ● Watching > For best audio > Volume settings Watching external input Connect the external equipment (VCR, DVD, etc.) and you can watch through the input.
= Note = If the external equipment has an aspect adjustment function, set it to 16:9. ● For details, read the manual of the equipment or ask your local dealer. ● ■ Input Labels Accesses the input labels list to select the label of each input mode or set to skip unconnected one for easier identification and selection in Selection, Input Selection...
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Recording > Recording current programme > One Touch Recording ■ 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.
HDMI features HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) is the world’s first complete digital consumer AV interface complying with a non-compression standard. HDMI allows you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality sound by connecting the TV and the equipment. HDMI-compatible equipment with an HDMI or DVI output terminal, such as a DVD player, a set top box or game equipment, can be connected to the HDMI terminal using a fully wired HDMI compliant cable.
These HDMI connectors are compatible with HDCP (High-Bandwidth ● Digital Content Protection) copyright protection. Equipment having no digital output terminal may be connected to the input ● terminal of component or video to receive analogue signals. This TV incorporates HDMI™ technology. ●...
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.
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.
Full: Displays a 4:3 image enlarged horizontally to fit the screen. For HD (High definition) signals ● Sidecut Just: Displays a 16:9 letterbox (anamorphic) image full-screen. Stretching is only noticeable at the left and right edges. For HD (High definition) signals ●...
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● Terrestrial / cable terminal (WSS only) Valid input signal format: DVB-C DVB-T PAL B, G, H, I, D, K SECAM B, G, L, L’, D, K Invalid input signal format: PAL 525/60 6.5 MHz PAL 525/60 6.0 MHz PAL 525/60 5.5 MHz M.NTSC 6.5 MHz M.NTSC 6.0 MHz M.NTSC 5.5 MHz...
Noise reduction settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture > Noise Reduction MPEG Noise Reduction with and press to access. 3. Set with and press to store. Noise Reduction (Auto / Off) Reduces unwanted picture noise. Not valid when 1080p Pixel Direct is set to ●...
■ Contrast Control Contrast Control (Auto Custom / Off) Automatically adjusts the detailed contrast settings. Select Custom to set Contrast Control Setting manually. Contrast Control Setting Adaptive Gamma Control: Adjusts the gamma curve to make the image brighter. Black Expander: Gradually adjusts the shades of black.
B-Hue B-Saturation B-Luminance Adjusts the picture hue / saturation / luminance of blue areas. Reset to Defaults Resets Colour Management to the default settings. ■ Gamma Gamma Switches the gamma curve. Please note the numerical values are reference for the adjustment. ●...
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1080p Pixel Direct 39 / 42 / 50 inches model / Off) Reproduces the original image quality in detail for 1080p (HDMI) input signal. HDMI Content Type (Graphics Photos Auto / Off) Adjusts the picture settings of each HDMI input according to the selected content type.
Screen Settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture > Screen Settings with and press to access. 3. Select one of the following items with and press to access. 16:9 Overscan H-Size Zoom Adjustments Screen Display 4. Set with and press to store.
Copy Adjustment Copies the picture settings of True Cinema Custom to those of another input or another Viewing Mode. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture > Copy Adjustment > Destination Viewing Mode Destination Input with and press to access.
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 Speech / User) Selects your favourite sound mode for each input. Standard: Provides the suitable sound quality for all types of scenes.
Basic 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. Bass Treble Equaliser Balance Surround 4. Set with and press to store. Bass Adjusts level to enhance or minimise lower, deeper sound output.
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. Speaker Setting Headphone Volume Auto Gain Control Volume Correction Speaker Distance to Wall 4.
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 Language User Level Web Browser 4.
Audio Description 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Sound > Audio Description with and press to access. 3. Select one of the following items with and press to access. Preferred Audio Type Volume Speakers Headphones 4. Set with and press to store.
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. Audio Preference SPDIF Selection SPDIF Delay HDMI Input 4. Set with and press to store.
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MPEG is an audio compression method that compresses audio to the ● smaller size without any considerable loss of audio quality. Dolby Digital Plus and HE-AAC are the technologies for HD (High ● definition) programmes. For DVB ● SPDIF Selection (Auto / PCM) Selects the initial setting for digital audio output signal from DIGITAL AUDIO...
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. Display TV Selection with TV. 2.
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(Example) TV screen Date Time Programme (DVB-T) / (Analogue) Channel position and name To watch the programme ● 1) Select the current programme with and press access. – The current programme is displayed on the top left of the screen. 2) Select View with...
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3) Enter characters with and press to set. – You can set characters using Numeric buttons. Functions > Setting characters > Using Numeric buttons 4) Press (green) to start searching. – All the programme titles including the word you set will be listed. –...
System Information: Displays the system information of the GUIDE Plus+ system (only available in some countries). DVB-T and Analogue channels are displayed on the same TV Guide ● screen. may be displayed to distinguish DVB-T and Analogue channels. There will be no programme listings for Analogue channels. Timer Programming This function allows you to select programmes that you want to be reminded to watch or record to the USB HDD.
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■ Signal Supported Recording Signal Supported Recording Timer Programming which is controlled by information from the TV Guide; if programme start and end times are changed by the broadcaster, the timer event will follow the change. Note that Signal Supported Recording only works reliably if correct information is received from broadcasters.
Teletext Viewing Teletext 1. Switch to teletext with TEXT. Displays the index page (content varies depending on the broadcasters). ● Current / sub page numbers are displayed on the top left of the screen. ● Time / date is displayed on the top right of the screen. ●...
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■ Watch TV and teletext in two windows at once 1. Press MENU twice. 2. Set Picture and text with Operations can be made only in teletext screen. ● ■ Store frequently viewed pages in the colour bar (List mode) 1.
Teletext mode Teletext services are the text information provided by the broadcasters. The features may vary depending on the broadcasters. ● 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Display Settings > Teletext with and press access. 3. Select TOP (FLOF) List with...
Teletext Character Set Selects teletext language font. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Display Settings > Teletext Character Set with press to access. 3. Select the font with and press to set. West: English, French, German, Greek, Italian, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish, etc.
Tuning and editing channels Setting menu You can retune channels, create your favourite channel lists, skip unwanted channels, etc. 1. Display TV Selection with TV. 2. Select the mode with and press to set. DVB-S DVB-C DVB-T DVB-via-IP Analogue 3. Display the menu with MENU. 4.
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To change the category ● (blue) 3. Press to add it to favourites list. To add all channels to the list ● 1) Press (yellow). 2) Press (green) to add all. To add consecutive channels to the list at once ●...
Channel List ■ Skip unwanted DVB / Analogue channels You can hide (skip) unwanted channels. The hidden channels cannot be displayed except in this function. 1. Select Channel List with and press to access. 2. Select a channel with 3. Press to set Reveal Hide...
2) Enter characters (maximum 5 characters) with Numeric buttons, and press to set. 3) Press BACK/RETURN to store. To exchange channel list (DVB-S) ● 1) Display the menu with MENU. 2) Select Setup > Other Settings > Exchange Channel List with and press to access.
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Single Cable: When using the Single Cable router, up to 8 user bands are available. You can receive several satellites if you have DiSEqC control antenna ● system. This TV supports DiSEqC Version 1.0. ● 3. Select LNB Configuration with and press to access.
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■ DVB-C, DVB-T, Analogue 1. Select Auto Setup with and press to access. 2. Set DVB-C Auto Setup Settings with and press to store. (DVB-C) Scan Mode ● Full: Scans the whole frequency range. Quick: Scans the suitable frequency in your country. Normally set Frequency, Symbol Rate Network ID...
■ Auto Setup using the buttons on the TV 1. Press and hold INPUT/OK/HOLD for MENU button for 3 seconds to display the menu. 2. Set Auto Setup with following control panel buttons. Move the cursor / select from a range of options / select the menu item ●...
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■ DVB-T 1. Select a channel with and adjust frequency with for each channel. Set where the level of Signal Quality becomes the maximum. ● 2. Press to search. ■ Analogue Set Analogue channel manually after Auto Setup. Sound System Colour System, and then perform this function.
■ DVB-via-IP (DVB-T) 1. Select Frequency Bandwidth Modulation Service ID with and set with Numeric buttons. 2. Select Start scan with and press to search. = Note = Not valid when Client Settings is set to Multicast Environment (DVB-via-IP) ● Update Channel List By updating the DVB channel list, you can add new channels, delete removed channels or change channel names and positions automatically.
Signal Condition Selects a channel and checks the signal condition. A good Signal Strength is not an indication of suitable signal for DVB reception. Use the Signal Quality indicator as follows. ● – Green bar: Good – Yellow bar: Poor –...
Selectable satellites ■ Selectable satellites and dish alignment to tune DVB-S channels To ensure your satellite dish is correctly installed, please consult your local dealer. Also please consult the received satellite broadcasting companies for details. Intelsat at 85.2° East Hot Bird at 13° East ●...
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. ● Be sure to connect the USB HDD to the socket outlet. ●...
Do not turn the TV off, pull out the mains plug or remove the USB HDD ● during operation (formatting, recording, etc.). Doing so may cause malfunction of the device or damage the recorded data. (An electric outage may also be a cause of malfunction.) = Note = Analogue TV programme cannot be recorded on the USB HDD.
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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.
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 >...
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.
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■ 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 ●...
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 ● 1. Display TV Selection with TV. 2. Select the mode with and press to set.
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(Example) !: Overlapped timer events Function (USB HDD Rec. / Reminder) TV mode : DVB-S : DVB-C : DVB-T : DVB-via-IP – You cannot change the mode within the menu. Channel position, channel name, etc. STTL: Displays subtitles (if available) –...
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 ●...
Note TV Guide may also be used to set timer event. ● Watching > TV Guide > Timer Programming Timer Programming can store up to 15 events. ● Timer Programming only works reliably if correct time information is ● received via the signal from the broadcaster or service provider. For recording using Timer Programming, the TV must be either on or in...
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. ●...
Media Player Using Media Player Information Media Player allows you to enjoy photo, video or music recorded on the 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. Video mode: Moving pictures recorded with digital video cameras and digital video data will be played back.
Folder and file names may be different from those on the digital camera or ● digital video camera used. ■ To insert or remove the USB Flash Memory Ensure alignment is straight and complete when inserting or removing. To remove the USB Flash Memory safely from the TV, perform Safely ●...
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4. Select the device with and press to access. If only one device is connected, this step will be skipped. ● The network device already connected to the TV is also displayed. ● : Enter User Password to access. User Password are already entered.
■ To change the device You can change the current device to another device directly in the same mode when two or more available devices are connected. 1. Display the device selection screen with (yellow) while the thumbnail is displayed. 2.
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) Photo mode Selecting file Select the file in the thumbnail view with...
Viewing photo ■ Playback To operate Single view ● : To the previous photo : To the next photo : Stop (return to thumbnail) : Slideshow To display / hide the operation guide ● To rotate 90° ● (blue) To return to thumbnail ●...
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 ●...
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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...
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Screen Mode (Normal / Zoom) Selects enlarged or normal viewing. Not valid when Frame is set to Collage, Drift, Gallery, Cinema or when ● Transition Effect is set to Motion Depending on the photo size, the photo may not be fully enlarged to fill the ●...
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User: Music files in the device registered by yourself will be played back. If no music files have been registered or the device which had ● registered music files is removed, no sound will be played back. ● To register music 1) Select the music file with and press to access.
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.
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.
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.) –...
Multi Audio, Dual Mono Audio Selects for selectable sound tracks (if available). It may take several seconds to change the sound. ● This function is available during playback. ● Subtitle Display / hide subtitles (if available). This function is available during playback. ●...
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PCM: Digital output signal is fixed to PCM. ARC (Audio Return Channel) is a function of digital audio output using ● HDMI cable. - 104 -...
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.
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 ●...
To confirm or change the current status (if available) ● Watching > Basic > Option Menu To return to list ● BACK/RETURN Grouping contents 1. Select the content to edit with and press (blue) to tick in the contents list. 2.
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.
Audio output settings You can enjoy the multi-channel sound via an amplifier connected to DIGITAL AUDIO 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.
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 ●...
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 display / hide the operation guide ●...
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. USB devices It is recommended to connect the device to the TV’s USB port directly.
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) Photo format ■ Supported Photo formats ● JPEG (.jpg, .jpeg) Sub-sampling:...
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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...
Music format ■ Supported Music formats ● MP3 (.mp3) ● AAC (.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. ●...
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.
Selecting internet content 1. Display APPS List with APPS. For details of APPS List ● my Home Screen > APPS List Depending on the usage conditions, it may take a while to read all the ● data. 2. Select the desired item with and press to access.
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.
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. ●...
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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 ●...
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: 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 ●...
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.
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) ●...
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 ■...
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■ 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 ●...
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. ●...
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 ●...
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.
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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.
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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...
Custom - Wired Ensure the connections are completed before starting network setup. Network > Network connections 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > Network Connection > Custom > Wired with and press to access. IP/DNS Settings is displayed. Acquire IP Address Acquire DNS Address Auto...
4. Select Network Status with and press to access. Network > Network settings > Network Status 5. Select Exit with and press to set. Custom - Wireless Access Point You can use the TV as a wireless access point and connect the network equipment without an access point.
WPS: Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ ● 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.
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To use this function with your smartphone, 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. Registration Type (Auto...
= Note = Depending on the area, this function may not be available. For details, ● consult your local Panasonic dealer. File Sharing Settings Network Device List Lists the accessible network devices to play back the contents in Media Player.
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.
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 ● To rotate 90° ● (blue) To return to list ●...
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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.
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.
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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 ●...
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 Multi Audio Dual Audio...
Audio output settings You can enjoy the multi-channel sound via an amplifier connected to DIGITAL AUDIO or HDMI2 (ARC function) terminal. To confirm or change the current sound status ● Network > Videos > Video Setup 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.
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.
Playing music ■ Playback To operate playback ● : Rewind : Fast forward : Stop : Pause (displays the time seek bar) / Playback 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.
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...
Technical information Photo format ■ Supported Photo formats ● JPEG (.jpg, .jpeg) 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.
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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...
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● FLAC (.flac) ● WMA / WMA Pro (.wma) Copy-protected files cannot be played back. ● WMA Lossless is not supported. ● ● LPCM (.wav) = Note = Some files may not be played back even if they fulfil these conditions. ●...
Functions 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.
● 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) ■...
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■ VIERA Link (HDMI and Audio out connections) Use a fully wired HDMI compliant cable. ● Connect the equipment supporting VIERA Link to the TV’s HDMI terminal ● via an HDMI cable. Use a fully wired SCART cable. ● Use the optical digital audio cable or SCART cable for audio output from ●...
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■ 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 ●...
■ 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.
Power on Link Power on Link in the Setup Menu 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 in the Setup Menu to use this function.
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...
■ 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 ●...
■ 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.
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.
PIN number You can change the PIN number. 1. Select Change PIN with and press to access. 2. Enter a new PIN number twice with Numeric buttons. = Note = Setting Shipping Condition erases the PIN number and all settings. ●...
Data Service Application Using Data Service Application You can enjoy Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV application that is one of the interactive data services for digital broadcasting. 1. Display TV Selection with TV. 2. Select the mode with and press to set. DVB-S DVB-C DVB-T...
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 country, area and ●...
Common Interface Caution If the encrypted message is displayed on the screen, the correct Common Interface (CI) Module and smart card that are required for this service are not inserted. ■ How to insert CI module and smart card Turn the TV off with Mains Power On / Off switch whenever inserting or ●...
Using Common Interface The Common Interface Module menu provides access to software contained in Common Interface (CI) Modules. This function may not be available in some countries or regions. ● Not all the services are available in DVB-via-IP. ● Video and audio signals may not be output depending on broadcasts or ●...
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 >...
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 install new software, select Standby with...
= Note = Download may take a few hours. ● During software download and update, DO NOT switch off the TV. ● A notification message may be a reminder. In this case, schedule ● information (the date when the new version can be used) will appear. You can set the reservation for update.
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...
Keyboard Keyboard Keyboards requiring the drivers are not supported. ● To change the language type, set USB Keyboard Layout. ● 1) Display the menu with MENU. 2) Select Setup > System Menu > USB Keyboard Layout with press to access. 3) Select the language with and press to set.
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.
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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 ●...
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 >...
Noise reduction settings Noise Reduction (Auto / Off) Reduces unwanted picture noise. Watching > For best picture > Noise reduction settings Not valid when 1080p Pixel Direct is set to ● 39 / 42 / 50 inches model MPEG Noise Reduction (Auto / Off) Reduces flicker noise in contoured parts of a picture and block noise.
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HDMI Content Type (Graphics Photos Auto / Off) Adjusts the picture settings of each HDMI input according to the selected content type. Watching > For best picture > Option Settings For HDMI input ● HDMI RGB Range (Auto Full / Normal) Adjusts the black level of the image for each HDMI input.
Screen Settings 16:9 Overscan / Off) Selects the screen area displaying the image for 16:9 aspect. Watching > For best picture > Screen Settings Not valid in Network services ● H-Size (H-Size1 / H-Size2) Switches the horizontal display range to reduce noise on the side edge of the image.
Sound Mode Selects your favourite sound mode for each input. (Standard Music Speech / 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.
Headphone Volume Adjusts the volume of headphones. 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.
Language Changes language 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 to enable voice guidance of the network contents in web browser...
Headphones (Mix / Standard) Set to to activate the description sound track from headphones. Watching > For best audio > Audio Description For DVB ● Advanced settings Selects multiplex sound mode (if available). Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings For Analogue ●...
Reset to Defaults Resets the current Sound Mode to the default 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.).
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.
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 DVB ●...
Setup Eco Navigation Automatically sets the TV to the most suitable energy-saving mode. Watching > Basic > Energy saving functions USB Device Setup Formats the USB HDD or safely removes USB device. Recording > USB HDD setup > Setting for USB HDD Recording Setup Settings for the recording feature of the USB HDD Recording >...
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Update Channel List Updates the channel list while keeping your settings. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Update Channel List For DVB ● Favourite Network Selects your favourite network for each broadcasters (only available in some countries). Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Other settings For DVB-C, DVB-T ●...
LNB Configuration Selects the satellite for each LNB. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Auto Setup For DVB-S ● Attenuator / Off) Automatically reduces the DVB-C signal to avoid the interference. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Other settings Add TV Signal Adds the TV mode.
Preferred Teletext Selects the preferred language for DVB teletext service (depending on the broadcaster). Watching > Basic > Language Display Settings OSD Colour (Jet black Pale grey Organic brown Sand beige) Selects the preferred colour type of on-screen displays. my Home Screen > my Home Screen > OSD Colour Preferred Subtitle Type (Standard Hard of...
Input Labels Accesses the input labels list to select the label of each input mode or set to skip unconnected one for easier identification and selection in Selection, Input Selection or banner. Watching > External equipment > Watching external input Banner Display Timeout 0 (No display) (seconds))
Power off Link / Off) Sets to use Power off Link functions. Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Power off Link 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...
System Menu USB Keyboard Layout Selects the language that your USB Keyboard supports. Functions > Keyboard > Keyboard Shipping Condition Resets all settings to the original condition. Functions > Shipping Condition > Shipping Condition System Update Downloads new software to this TV. Functions >...
Picture Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. Auto aspect Auto aspect is designed to provide you with the best ratio to fill the screen.
Digital TV Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. Block noise, frozen or disappearing image occurs / Some channels cannot be tuned Check the position, direction and connection of the aerial or dish.
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Weather conditions will affect signal reception (heavy rain, snow, etc.), ● in particular in poor reception areas. Even during good weather, the high pressure can cause poor reception of some channels. Due to the digital reception technologies involved, quality of the digital ●...
Analogue TV Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. White spots or shadow image (ghosting) occurs / Some channels cannot be tuned Check the position, direction and connection of the aerial.
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”.
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.
● 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.
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The LCD panel moves slightly and clattered sound is heard when it is pushed with a finger There is a little gap around the panel to prevent damage to the panel. This ● is not a malfunction. - 199 -...
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.
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.
– Depending on the area, this optional accessory may not be available. For details, consult your local Panasonic dealer. Wall-hanging bracket ■ Wall-hanging bracket Please contact your local Panasonic dealer to purchase the recommended ● wall-hanging bracket. = Warning = Using other wall-hanging brackets, or installing a wall-hanging bracket ●...
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HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries. HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
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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),...
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PURPOSE. Please refer to the detailed terms and conditions thereof shown in the “Software License” menu on this product. At least three (3) years from delivery of this product, Panasonic will give to any third party who contacts us at the contact information provided below,...