Panasonic TX-P50GT50E
Panasonic TX-P50GT50E
TX-P42GT50E
TX-P50GT50E
Operating Instructions
Plasma Television
English
TQB0E2213U-1
Do not display any still part of the image for a long period
In such cases the still part of the image remains dimly on the plasma screen (“image retention”). This is not
considered a malfunction and is not covered by the warranty.
Typical still image parts:
● Channel number, channel logo and other logos
● Still or moving pictures viewed in 4:3 or 14:9 aspect ratio
● Video games
● Images from PC
To avoid image retention, the contrast is lowered automatically and the screen becomes dim after a few minutes if
no signals are sent or no operations are performed. (p. 112)
This product is licensed under the AVC patent portfolio Enjoy your TV!
license for the personal and non-commercial use of a
consumer to (i) encode video in compliance with the AVC Basic
Standard (“AVC Video”) and/or (ii) decode AVC Video that
was encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal and Using “VIERA Connect” ······································19
non-commercial activity and/or was obtained from a video Watching TV ·······················································20
provider licensed to provide AVC Video. No license is granted
or shall be implied for any other use. Using TV Guide ··················································24
Additional information may be obtained from MPEG LA, LLC. Viewing Teletext ··················································27
See http://www.mpegla.com. Watching External Inputs ····································29
Viewing 3D images ·············································31
Rovi Corporation and/or its subsidiaries and related affiliates
How to Use VIERA TOOLS ································36
are not in any way liable for the accuracy or availability of the
program schedule information or other data in the GUIDE How to Use Menu Functions ······························37
Plus+/Rovi Guide system and cannot guarantee service
availability in your area. In no event shall Rovi Corporation
and/or its related affiliates be liable for any damages in
Advanced
connection with the accuracy or availability of the program
schedule information or other data in the GUIDE Plus+/Rovi Retuning from Setup Menu·································48
Guide system.
Tuning and Editing Channels ·····························52
Timer Programming ············································56
“Full HD 3D Glasses™” Logo indicates compatibility between
TV products and 3D Eyewear which are compliant with the Child Lock ···························································59
“Full HD 3D Glasses™” format, and does not indicate picture Using Data Service Application ··························60
quality of TV products. Using Common Interface ····································61
Shipping Condition ·············································62
Updating the TV Software ··································63
Advanced Picture Settings ·································64
USB HDD Recording ··········································66
Using Media Player ············································70
Using Network Services (DLNA / VIERA Connect)
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Link Functions (Q-Link / VIERA Link) ·················92
External Equipment ··········································100
Others
Technical Information········································103
FAQs································································· 112
Maintenance ····················································· 115
Licence ····························································· 116
Specifications ··················································· 118
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Safety Precautions
Warning
Safety Precautions
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Radio waves
● Do not use the TV in any medical institutions or locations with medical equipment. Radio waves from the TV may
Safety Precautions
interfere with the medical equipment and cause accidents due to the malfunction.
● Do not use the TV near any automatic control equipment such as automatic doors or fire alarms. Radio waves
from the TV may interfere with the automatic control equipment and cause accidents due to the malfunction.
● Keep the distance at least 22 cm from the built-in wireless LAN part when you have a cardiac pacemaker. Radio
waves from the part may interfere with the operation of the pacemaker.
● Do not disassemble or alter the built-in wireless LAN in any way.
Caution
When cleaning the TV, remove the mains Do not block the rear air vents
plug ● Blocked ventilation by newspapers, table cloths,
● Cleaning an energized TV may cause electrical shock. curtains, etc. may cause overheating, fire or electrical
shock.
When the TV is not going to be used for
Do not expose your ears to excessive
a long period of time, remove the mains
volume from the headphones
plug
● Irreversible damage can be caused.
● This TV will still consume some power even in the Off
mode, as long as the mains plug is still connected to a Do not apply strong force or impact to the
live socket outlet. display panel
Transport only in upright position ● This may cause damage resulting in injury.
● Transporting the TV with its display panel facing upward The TV is heavy. Handle the TV by 2 or
or downward may cause damage to the internal circuitry.
more people. Support as shown to avoid
Allow sufficient space around the TV for injury by the TV tipping or falling.
radiated heat
Minimum distance ● When using the
pedestal, keep the
10 space between the
10 10 7 bottom of the TV and
the surface where the
TV is set.
● In case of using
(cm) Wall-hanging bracket,
follow the manual of it.
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Accessories / Options
Standard accessories
Remote Control Batteries for the Pedestal Clamper
● N2QAYB000715 Remote Control (2) (p. 7) (p. 14)
● R6
(p. 7)
Quick Start Guide
● Accessories may not be placed all together. Take care not to throw them away unintentionally.
● 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 of young children.
Optional accessories
Please contact your local Panasonic dealer to purchase the recommended optional accessories. For additional details,
please read the manual of the optional accessories.
Wall-hanging bracket
● TY-WK4P1RW ● Tilting angle for this TV: 0 (vertical) to 20 degrees (TX-P42GT50E) / 10 degrees (TX-P50GT50E)
Rear of the TV
Depth of screw: minimum 10 mm,
400 mm
maximum 16 mm
300 mm
Diametre: M8
Screw for fixing the TV onto the wall-hanging bracket
(not supplied with the TV)
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3D Eyewear
● TY-ER3D4ME ● If you need 3D Eyewears, please purchase this optional accessory.
● TY-ER3D4SE ● Use Panasonic 3D Eyewear supporting Bluetooth wireless technology.
● For more information (English only):
http://panasonic.net/avc/viera/3d/eu.html
Communication Camera
● TY-CC20W ● This camera can be used on VIERA Connect (p. 19, 82).
● Depending on the area, this optional accessory may not be available.
For details, consult your local Panasonic dealer.
Accessories / Options
Hook
batteries).
2 ● Do not use rechargeable (Ni-Cd) batteries.
Close ● Do not burn or break up batteries.
Batteries must not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine,
fire or the like.
Note the correct
● Do not disassemble or modify the remote control.
polarity (+ or -)
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Assembly screw (5) Bracket Cover Base
(black) ● TBL5ZA3254 ● TXFBL5Z0092 ● TBL5ZX0312
(TX-P42GT50E)
● TBL5ZX0243
(TX-P50GT50E)
M4 × 10
M5 × 16
D B
F Screw hole
3 Attach the bracket to the tabs of the neck 4 Attach the cover and fix securely with assembly
and fix with assembly screws screw
B A
Tabs (top) E
C
■ Securing the TV
Use the assembly screws to fasten securely.
● Tighten the four assembly screws loosely at first, then
tighten them firmly to fix securely.
● Carry out the work on a horizontal and level surface.
Arrow mark
A
Hole for pedestal
installation
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Removing the pedestal from the TV
Be sure to remove the pedestal in the following way when using the wall-hanging bracket or repacking the TV.
1 Remove the assembly screws from the TV.
2 Pull out the pedestal from the TV.
3 Remove the assembly screw from the cover.
4 Remove the assembly screws from the bracket.
5 Remove the assembly screws from the back of the base and pull out the neck.
TX-P42GT50E: 15°
TX-P50GT50E: 10°
Accessories / Options
Preventing the TV from falling over
Using the fall-prevent screw hole and a screw (commercially available), securely fix the body of the pedestal to the
installation surface.
● The place where the pedestal is to be fixed should be thick enough and made of hard material.
Screw hole
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Identifying Controls
Remote Control
4 17 various functions.
5 10 Sound Mute
● Switches sound mute on or off.
6 18
11 Teletext (p. 27)
● Switches to teletext mode.
7 19
12 Volume Up / Down
8 20 13 Numeric buttons
● Changes channel and teletext pages.
Identifying Controls
9 ● Sets characters.
● When in Standby mode, switches TV on (Press for
10 21 about 1 second).
11 22
14 Surround (p. 41)
● Switches surround sound setting.
12 23 15 Light
● Lights the buttons for about 5 seconds (except the
buttons “25”).
16 Input mode selection
● TV - switches DVB-S / DVB-C / DVB-T / Analogue
mode. (p. 20)
13 ● AV - switches to AV input mode from Input
Selection list. (p. 29)
17 Exit
● Returns to the normal viewing screen.
14 24
18 TV Guide (p. 24)
19 Cursor buttons
● Makes selections and adjustments.
20 Return
25 ● Returns to the previous menu / page.
21 Aspect (p. 23)
● Changes aspect ratio.
22 Subtitles (p. 21)
● Displays subtitles.
23 Channel Up / Down
24 Last view (p. 23)
● Switches to previously viewed channel or input
1 Standby On / Off switch
● Switches TV on or off standby. mode.
2 3D button (p. 33) 25 Operations for contents, connected equipment,
● Switches the viewing mode between 2D and 3D. etc. (p. 30, 69, 71, 88, 98)
3 [Main Menu] (p. 37)
● Press to access Picture, Sound, Network, Timer
and Setup Menus.
4 Information (p. 21)
● Displays channel and programme information.
5 VIERA TOOLS (p. 36)
● Displays some special feature icons and accesses
easily.
6 INTERNET ([VIERA Connect]) (p. 19, 82)
● Displays VIERA Connect home screen.
7 OK
● Confirms selections and choices.
● Press after selecting channel positions to quickly
change channel.
● Displays the Channel List.
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Indicator / Control panel
1 Function select
● [Volume] / [Contrast] / [Brightness] / [Colour] / 1
[Sharpness] / [Tint] (NTSC signal) / [Bass]∗ /
[Treble]∗ / [Balance] / [Auto Setup] (p. 48 - 51) 2
∗[Music] or [Speech] mode in the Sound Menu
2 Channel Up / Down, Value change (when using the
F button), Switching the TV on (press either button 3
for about 1 second when in Standby mode)
3 Changes the input mode
Identifying Controls
screen for 3 seconds to highlight the pressed button. Orange (flash):
5 Remote control signal receiver Recording of Timer Programming, Direct
● Do not place any objects between the TV remote TV Recording or One Touch Recording in
control signal receiver and remote control. progress
6 C.A.T.S. (Contrast Automatic Tracking System) Red with orange flash:
sensor Standby with Timer Programming On, Direct
● Senses brightness to adjust picture quality when TV Recording or One Touch Recording
[Eco Mode] in the Picture Menu is set to [On]. ● The LED blinks when the TV receives a command
(p. 39) from the remote control.
Select
Selects your favourite sound Exit the menu system and return to the normal
Change EXIT Page up
mode. Page down viewing screen
RETURN
Operation guide
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Basic Connection
External equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this TV.
Please ensure that the unit is disconnected from the mains socket before attaching or disconnecting any leads.
There are some restrictions on placement for viewing 3D images. For details (p. 31, 32)
Terminals
1 CI slot (p. 61)
2 2 SD Card slot (p. 70)
Quick Start Guide
6 7 8 9 10 11
Connections
Terrestrial aerial
Satellite cable
■ DVB-C, DVB-T, Analogue Cable
Mains lead
RF cable
■ Mains lead
To remove from the TV:
AC 220-240 V
50 / 60 Hz
tabs
Note
To ensure your satellite dish is correctly installed, please consult your local dealer.
● Also please consult the received satellite broadcasting companies for details.
● Selectable satellites and dish alignment to tune DVB-S channels (p. 49)
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AV devices
■ Player / 3D compatible player
TV
Player /
3D-compatible player
HDMI cable
Terrestrial
aerial
DVD Recorder / VCR
Basic Connection
AV1 (SCART)
adaptor∗ Cable
SCART cable
RF cable RF cable
Cable
Set top box
TV HDMI cable
Terrestrial
aerial
SCART cable
AV1 (SCART)
adaptor∗
RF cable
DVD Recorder / VCR
∗Supplied with this TV
Note
● Connect to the TV’s AV1 for a DVD Recorder / VCR supporting Q-Link (p. 94).
● Q-Link and VIERA Link connection (p. 92, 93)
● Please also read the manual of the equipment being connected.
● Keep the TV away from electronic equipment (video equipment, etc.) or equipment with an infrared sensor.
Otherwise, distortion of image / sound may occur or operation of other equipment may be interfered.
● When using a SCART or HDMI cable, use the fully wired one.
● Check the type of terminals and cable plugs are correct when connecting.
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Network
To enable the network service functions (VIERA Connect, etc.), you need to connect the TV to a broadband network
environment.
● If you do not have any broadband network services, please consult your retailer for assistance.
● Prepare the internet environment for wired connection or wireless connection.
● Setup of the network connection will start after the tuning (when first using the TV). (p. 16 - 18)
■ Wired connection
LAN cable (Unshielded)
● Use the Unshielded Twist Pair (UTP) LAN cable.
Quick Start Guide
TV
∗Less than 10 cm
Internet environment
■ Wireless connection
Access point
Internet environment
Using clamper
■ Clamper (Standard accessory)
Attach the clamper Bundle the cables
hole
Insert the
clamper in a hole Set the tip in
the hooks
hooks
snaps
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Auto Setup
Search and store TV channels automatically.
● These steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed by your local dealer.
● Please complete connections (p. 12 - 14) and settings (if necessary) of the connected equipment before starting Auto
Setup. For details of settings for the connected equipment, read the manual of the equipment.
Auto Setup
Español Türkçe Български eesti keel
Português Еλληνικά Română Lietuvių
Nederlands
● Auto Setup will start to search for TV channels and store them.
The stored channels and sorted channel order vary depending on the country, area,
broadcasting system and conditions of signal reception.
Auto Setup screen varies depending on the country you select.
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1 DVB-S Search Mode 2 DVB-S Satellite Search
5 Search Mode DVB-S Auto Setup
Satellite Checking LNB2
Free Channels Progress 0% 100%
This will take up to 40 minutes.
All Channels
Satellite
Satellite
Progress 0%
Astra 19.2° E
100% beforehand by following the on-screen instructions.
This will take about 30 minutes.
No. Channel Name Type Quality DVB-C Network Settings
1 CBBC Channel Free TV 100
2 BBC Radio Wales Free TV 100
Frequency Auto
3 E4 Free TV 100 Network ID Auto
Start Auto Setup
Free TV: 3 Pay TV: 0 Radio: 0
Searching
select [Start Auto Setup]
access
Auto Setup
This will take about 3 minutes. This will take about 3 minutes.
No. Channel Name Type Quality CH Channel Name Type Quality
1 CBBC Channel Free TV 100 62 CBBC Channel Free TV 100
2 BBC Radio Wales Free TV 100 62 BBC Radio Wales Free TV 100
3 E4 Free TV 100 62 E4 Free TV 100
62 Cartoon Nwk Free TV 100
Free TV: 3 Pay TV: 0 Radio: 0 Free TV: 4 Pay TV: 0 Radio: 0
Searching Searching
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■ [Wired]
6 1. Select [Auto] Connection Test : succeeded
Acquire IP Address Check network cable connection.
Check acquired IP address. The test is successful
Auto Manual Check for devices using same IP address. and the TV is
Check gateway connection.
Check server connection. connected to the
select network.
access Automatically setup is done and the test of the : failed
network connection starts.
● To set manually, select [Manual] and set each item. Check the settings and
For details (p. 85) connections. And then
(Press twice)
■ [Wireless]
Access points found automatically are listed.
Auto Setup
1. Select your desired access point
Available Wireless Networks select ● For [WPS(Push button)] (p. 18)
No. Network Name(SSID) Wireless type Status
1 Access Point A 11n(2.4GHz)
2 Access Point B 11n(5GHz)
access (red)
3 Access Point C 11n(5GHz)
● To search access points again ● For the information of the highlighted ● To set manually (p. 87)
access point
(blue) (yellow)
buttons.
4. After the access point setting is finished, perform the connection test
Connection Test : succeeded
Check wireless network connection.
Check acquired IP address. The test is successful and the TV is connected to the
Check for devices using same IP address. network.
Check gateway connection.
Check server connection.
: failed
Check the settings and connections. And then select
[Retry].
● To set manually, select [Manual] and set each item.
For details (p. 85)
5. Go to the next step
(Press twice)
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[WPS(Push button)]
6 1. Press the WPS button on the access point until the light flashes
2. Connect the TV with the access point
WPS(Push button)
1) Please press the ‘WPS’ button on the wireless
access point until its light flashes.
2) When the light is flashing select ‘Connect’ on
TV. ● Ensure that your access point supports WPS for this setup.
● WPS: Wi-Fi Protected Setup™
If you are unsure, please check the instruction
manual of the wireless access point. ● If the connection has failed, check the settings and positions of
Connect your access point. And then, follow the on-screen instructions.
Quick Start Guide
3. After the access point setting is finished, perform the connection test
Connection Test : succeeded
Check wireless network connection.
Check acquired IP address. The test is successful and the TV is connected to the
Check for devices using same IP address. network.
Check gateway connection.
Check server connection. : failed
4. Go to the next step Check the settings and connections. And then select
[Retry].
Auto Setup
7 Select [Home]
Select [Home] viewing environment to use in your home environment.
Please select your viewing environment.
Home Shop select
set
To change viewing environment later on, you will need to initialise all settings by accessing Shipping
Condition. [Shipping Condition] (p. 62)
Note
● To check the channel list “Using TV Guide” (p. 24)
● To edit or hide (skip) channels “Tuning and Editing Channels” (p. 52 - 55)
● To retune all channels [Auto Setup] (p. 48 - 51)
● To add the available TV mode later [Add TV Signal] (p. 44)
● To initialise all settings [Shipping Condition] (p. 62)
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Using “VIERA Connect”
VIERA Connect is a gateway to the internet services unique to Panasonic.
VIERA Connect allows you to access some specific websites supported by Panasonic, and enjoy internet contents
such as videos, games, communication tools, etc. from VIERA Connect home screen.
● This TV does not support full web browser function and some features of the websites may not be available.
1 Turn power on
● Press for about 1 second.
● Mains power On / Off switch should be on.
(p. 11)
● Every time you turn on the TV, VIERA Connect introduction banner appears. The
banner is subject to change.
Enjoy selected internet content with VIERA Connect.
Simply press the OK / INTERNET button
or
Note
● If you cannot access VIERA Connect, check the network connections (p. 14) and settings (p. 16 - 18).
● For more information of VIERA Connect (p. 82)
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Watching TV
1 Turn power on
● Press for about 1 second.
● Mains power On / Off switch should be on. (p. 11)
DVB-C
DVB-T
● You can also select the mode pressing the TV
Analogue
button repeatedly on the remote control or the
TV (p. 11).
● If [TV Selection] menu is not displayed, press
the TV button to switch the mode.
3 Select a channel
up ● To select a more than two-digit channel
Volume or position number, e.g. 399
down
watch
■ To select a channel using TV Guide (p. 24)
1 Display TV 2 Select the current 3 Select [View] (DVB)
Guide programme or channel
Das Erste select
select 19:30- 20:00
watch
View Timer Programming
access
● The postcode entry or update may be required depending on the country you select (p. 15). Follow the on-screen
instructions.
Note
● To watch pay-TV “Using Common Interface” (p. 61)
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Other useful functions
Display Information banner
Display Information banner
● Also appears when changing a channel.
2 3 5 6 7 4
1 Example: DVB
HDTV 20:35
1 C
Coronation Street
20:00 - 20:55
2 All DVB-T Channels
ZDF Now Info Change category
Bad signal Dolby D+ 45
Watching TV
set
[Stereo], [Mono]
Audio mode
Sound mute on Teletext service available
[Bad signal]
Poor TV signal quality Data service (Hybrid Broadcast
Multiple audio available Broadband TV application)
[Dolby D+], [Dolby D], [HE-AAC]
available (p. 60)
Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital or
HE-AAC audio track Multiple video available 1 - 90
Off Timer remaining time
● For settings (p. 22)
Subtitle service available Multiple audio and video available
● To confirm another tuned channel ● To watch the channel listed in the ● Information on the next programme
name banner (DVB)
Display subtitles
Display / hide subtitles (if available)
● To change the language for DVB (if available)
[Preferred Subtitles] (p. 44)
Note
● If you press this button in Analogue mode, it switches to teletext service and calls up a favourite page (p. 27). Press
the EXIT button to return to TV mode.
● Subtitles may not be displayed properly in 3D images.
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Display the selectable settings for the current status
Confirm or change the current status instantly
● To change
select select / change
access store
programme.
Off Timer
Turn the TV to Standby mode automatically after a fixed period
1 Display the menu
2 Select [Timer]
select
Timer
access
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Aspect
Change the aspect ratio (image size)
Enjoy viewing the image at its optimum size and aspect.
Programmes usually contain an “Aspect Control Signal” (Widescreen signal, etc.), and the TV will choose the
aspect ratio automatically according to the “Aspect Control Signal” (p. 103).
[Auto]
The best ratio is chosen and the image expanded to fill the screen.
For details (p. 103)
Watching TV
[16:9] [4:3 Full]
Directly displays the image at 16:9 Displays a 4:3 image enlarged
without distortion (anamorphic). horizontally to fit the screen.
[14:9] [Zoom1]
Displays the image at the standard Displays a 16:9 letterbox or 4:3 image
14:9 without distortion. without distortion.
[Just] [Zoom2]
Displays a 4:3 image full-screen. Displays a 16:9 letterbox (anamorphic)
Stretching is only noticeable at the left image full-screen without distortion.
and right edges.
[4:3] [Zoom3]
Displays the image at the standard 4:3 Displays a 2.35:1 letterbox (anamorphic)
without distortion. image full-screen without distortion.
At 16:9, displays the image at its
maximum (with slight enlargement).
Note
● Aspect cannot be changed in teletext service and 3D mode.
● Aspect mode can be memorised separately for SD (Standard definition) and HD (High definition) signals.
Last view
Switch to previously viewed channel or input mode easily
● Press again to return to the current view.
Note
● Switching channel is not available while the recording of Timer Programming, Direct TV Recording or One Touch
Recording is in progress.
● Watching less than 10 seconds is not regarded as the previously viewed channel or input mode.
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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).
● This function varies depending on the country you select (p. 15).
● The postcode entry or update may be required to use the GUIDE Plus+ system depending on the country you select.
“View advertisement” (p. 25)
● DVB-T and Analogue channels are displayed on the same TV Guide screen. [D] and [A] may be displayed to
distinguish DVB-T and Analogue channels. There will be no programme listings for Analogue channels.
● When this TV is turned on for the first time, or the TV is switched off for more than a week, it may take some time
before TV Guide is completely shown.
2 View TV Guide
● Press again to change the layout ([Landscape] / [Portrait]).
View [Landscape] to see several channels.
View [Portrait] to see one channel by time.
Using TV Guide
Example: [Landscape]
TV Guide: Landscape
1 Wed 26.10.2011
10:46
Wed 26.10.2011 All Types All Channels
2 1 Current date and time
1 BBC ONE
3
20:00 - 20:30 DIY SOS : We open in the Battersbys
Time: 19:30 20:00 20:30 21:00 2 TV Guide date
D 1 BBC ONE Das Erste DIY SOS The Bill Red Cap 4
D 7 BBC THREE Hot Wars Holiday Program 3 TV Guide time
5 D 14 E4 Emmerdal. Coronation Street The Bill
7
D 70 BBC FOUR
D 72 BBC 2W
10 O’ clock News BBC
Panorama Spring watch
Pepsi Char. Good bye
Coast
4 Programme
6 5 Advertisement
6 Channel position and
name
7 [D]: DVB-T
Example: [Portrait] [A]: Analogue
TV Guide: Portrait
Wed 26.10.2011
10:46
Wed 26.10.2011 All Types All Channels Depending on the country
D 1 BBC ONE D 7 BBC THREED 14 E4
19:30-20:00 Das Erste
D 70 BBC FOUR
you select, you can select
20:00-20:30
20:30-21:00
DIY SOS
The Bill
the TV Guide type
21:00-22:00 Red Cap [Default Guide] (p. 45)
■ To return to TV 22:00-23:00
23:00-23:30
Live junction
POP 100 If you select [Channel List],
the channel list will appear
when the GUIDE button is
pressed.
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■ To the previous day (DVB) ■ To the next day (DVB)
(red) (green)
■ To view a channel list of the selected type ■ To view a channel list of the selected category
(DVB)
(blue)
(yellow) (Category list) select category
(Type list) select type Category
All Channels
Prog.Type view
All Types
view All Channels
All Types All DVB-T Channels
Movie All Analogue Channels Only Analogue channels are listed
News Free TV
Pay TV
HDTV
Free Radio
Pay Radio
Favourites1
Favourites2 ● To list favourite channels
Favourites3 (p. 52)
Favourites4
Using TV Guide
Other useful functions
View details of the programme (DVB)
1 Select the programme 2 View details
● Press again to return to TV Guide.
View advertisement
Depending on the country you select, this TV supports the GUIDE Plus+ system in DVB-T or Analogue mode
The postcode entry or update is required. Follow the on-screen instructions.
● You can also setup manually from the Setup Menu.
[Update] / [Postcode] in [GUIDE Plus+ Settings] (p. 46)
● Enter your postcode when using this function for the first time. If you enter an incorrect postcode for your area, or no
postcode is entered, advertisements may not be displayed correctly.
or
Note
● To update the information continuously, the TV must be left in Standby mode.
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Timer Programming (DVB)
The Timer Programming menu allows you to choose programmes that you want to remind watching or record to the
external recorder or the USB HDD. At the correct time, the TV will tune to the correct channel even if the TV is in
Standby mode.
1 Select the forthcoming programme 2 Select the function ([Ext Rec.], [USB HDD Rec.] or [Reminder])
select (Timer Programming screen) select
Timer Programming Wed 26.10.2011 10:46
set Function No. Channel Name Date Start End store
Ext Rec. D 12 BBC ONE Wed 26.10.2011 20:00 20:30
<TIMER> (30 min.)
● LED will turn to orange if --- --- --/-- --:-- --:--
(--- min.)
(Orange LED will flash if the recording --- --- --/-- --:-- --:--
(--- min.)
Note
● This function is not available in Analogue mode.
● Timer Programming only works reliably if correct time information is received via the signal from the broadcaster or
service provider.
● No other channel can be selected while the recording of Timer Programming is in progress.
● When recording programmes to the external recorder, be sure to make the proper settings on the recorder connected
to the TV.
If a compatible recorder with Q-Link, VIERA Link or similar technologies is connected to the TV (p. 94, 95) and [Link
Settings] (p. 43) are completed, no setting of the recorder is required. Also read the manual of the recorder.
● When recording programmes to the USB HDD, be sure to format the USB HDD and enable it to record in [Recording
Setup] (p. 66).
● For more information of the USB HDD Recording (p. 66, 107)
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Viewing Teletext
Teletext services are the text information provided by the broadcasters.
The features may vary depending on the broadcasters.
What is FLOF (FASTEXT) mode?
In FLOF mode, four differently coloured subjects are situated at the bottom of the screen. To access more information
about one of these subjects, press the appropriate coloured button. This facility enables fast access to information on
the subjects shown.
What is TOP mode? (in case of TOP text broadcasting)
TOP is a particular improvement of the standard teletext service that results in an easier search and effective guide.
● Fast overview of the teletext information available
● Easy to use step-by-step selection of the topical subject
● Page status information at the bottom of the screen
● Available page up / down ● To select among subject blocks ● To select next subject within the subject
block
(red) (green) (blue) (After the last subject, it moves to the
next subject block.)
(yellow)
What is List mode?
In List mode, four differently coloured page numbers are situated at the bottom of the screen. Each of these numbers
Viewing Teletext
can be altered and stored in the TV’s memory. “Store frequently viewed pages” (p. 28)
■ To change mode [Teletext] (p. 45)
1 Switch to Teletext
● Displays the index page (content varies
depending on the broadcasters).
Sub page number
<< 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 >>
17:51 28 Feb Time / date
TELETEXT
INFORMATION
Colour bar
Current page number
■ To adjust contrast
As the blue bar is displayed
■ To return to TV
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FULL / TOP / BOTTOM
(green)
(TOP) (BOTTOM) Normal (FULL)
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Watching External Inputs
Connect the external equipment (VCRs, DVD equipment, etc.) and you can watch through the input.
● To connect the equipment (p. 12 - 14, 100 - 102)
The remote control is capable of operating the contents or external equipment. (p. 30)
1 Turn the TV on
● You can also select the input using the AV button on the remote control or the TV
(except [SD Card/USB]).
Press the button repeatedly until the desired input is selected.
● To switch between [COMPONENT] and [VIDEO] in [AV2], move the indicator by
pressing left and right cursor button.
● [SD Card/USB]: Switches to Media Player. “Using Media Player” (p. 70)
● You can label or skip each input mode (except [SD Card/USB]). “Input Labels”
(p. 45)
Skipped inputs will not be displayed when the AV button is pressed.
■ To return to TV 4 View
AV1
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.
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Operating the contents or equipment with the TV remote control
You can operate the contents in Media Player / media servers, recording functions or the connected equipment with
the below buttons of this TV remote control.
Play
Playback videocassette / DVD / video content
Stop
Stop the operations
Rewind / Skip
VCR:
Rewind, view the picture rapidly in reverse
DVD / video content:
Skip to the previous track, title or chapter
Rewind / Search
VCR:
Rewind, view the picture rapidly in reverse
DVD / video content:
Search backward
Fast-forward / Skip
VCR:
Fast-forward, view the picture rapidly forward
DVD / video content:
Watching External Inputs
Note
● Confirm if the remote control works correctly after changing the code.
● The codes may be reset to default values if batteries are replaced.
● Some operations may not be possible on some equipment models.
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Viewing 3D images
You can enjoy viewing 3D images with contents or programmes corresponding to the 3D effect by wearing the 3D
Eyewear. “Optional accessories” (p. 7)
This TV supports [Frame Sequential]∗1, [Side by Side]∗2 and [Top and Bottom]∗3 3D formats.
∗1: The 3D format that the images for the left and right eyes are recorded with the high definition quality and alternately
played back.
∗2, ∗3: Other available 3D formats
● How to view the 3D images (p. 33)
Caution
To use 3D Eyewear safely and comfortably, please read these instructions fully.
Viewing 3D Content
● Do not use the 3D Eyewear if you have a history of over-sensitivity to light, heart problems, or have any other existing
medical conditions.
● Please stop using the 3D Eyewear immediately, if you feel tired, are not feeling well or experience any other
uncomfortable sensation. When you set the effect by using [3D Adjustment], take into account that the vision of 3D
images varies among different individuals.
● Take an appropriate break after viewing a 3D movie.
● Take a break of between 30 - 60 minutes after viewing 3D content on interactive devices such as 3D games or
computers.
Viewing 3D images
● Be careful not to strike the TV screen or other people unintentionally. When using the 3D Eyewear the distance
between the user and screen can be misjudged.
● The 3D Eyewear must only be worn when viewing 3D content.
● Use the 3D Eyewear where there is no interference from other devices with Bluetooth signal.
● If you suffer from any eyesight problems (short / far-sighted, astigmatism, eyesight differences in left and right),
please ensure to correct your vision before using the 3D Eyewear.
● Stop using the 3D Eyewear if you can clearly see double images when viewing 3D content.
● Do not use the 3D Eyewear at a distance less than the recommended distance.
The recommended viewing distance is at least 3 times of the image height.
TX-P42GT50E: 1.6 m or more
TX-P50GT50E: 1.9 m or more
When the top and bottom area of the screen is blackened, such as movies, view the screen at a distance at least 3
times of the height of the actual image. (That makes the distance closer than above recommended figure.)
3D Eyewear Use
● Pay special attention when children are using the 3D Eyewear.
3D Eyewear should not be used by children younger than about 5 - 6 years old, as a guideline. All children must be
fully supervised by parents or guardians who must ensure their safety and health throughout the using 3D Eyewear.
● Before using the 3D Eyewear, ensure no breakable objects surrounding the user to avoid any accidental damage or
injury.
● Remove the 3D Eyewear before moving around to avoid falling or accidental injury.
● Use the 3D Eyewear only for the intended purpose and nothing else.
● Do not use 3D Eyewear in the condition of high temperature.
● Do not use if the 3D Eyewear is physically damaged.
● Do not use devices (such as mobile phones or personal transceivers) that emit strong electromagnetic waves near
the 3D Eyewear as this may cause the 3D Eyewear to malfunction.
● Stop using the 3D Eyewear immediately if a malfunction or fault occurs.
● Stop using the 3D Eyewear immediately if you experience any redness, pain, or skin irritation around the nose or
temples.
● In rare cases, the materials used in the 3D Eyewear may cause an allergic reaction.
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3D Eyewear (optional)
● Use the Panasonic 3D Eyewear that has this logo and supports
Bluetooth® wireless technology.
“Full HD 3D Glasses™” logo indicates products that are compatible with the active shutter 3D
glasses technology standards licensed by the Full HD 3D Glasses Initiative. The RF mark on
the logo means the wireless system (Bluetooth® wireless technology), and you can use the 3D
Eyewear and the TV that have the same mark together.
Note
● Use the 3D Eyewear within approximately 3.2 m from the TV. You cannot view the 3D images with the 3D Eyewear
too far from the TV, because of the difficulty of receiving radio waves from the TV.
● The range may be shortened depending on the obstacles between the TV and the 3D Eyewear, or the surrounding
environment.
● There are differences in the viewing range of the 3D Eyewear among individuals.
● The 3D Eyewear may not operate correctly at the outside of the viewing range.
Viewing 3D images
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To view the 3D images
You can enjoy the 3D images in a variety of ways.
(Frame Sequential, Side by Side and Top and Bottom are the supported 3D format.)
■ Playing back 3D-compatible Blu-ray disc (Frame Sequential format)
● Connect the 3D-compatible player via a fully wired HDMI compliant cable.
● If input mode is not switched automatically, select the input mode connected to the player. (p. 29)
● If you use the non 3D-compatible player, the images will be displayed on 2D mode.
■ 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 (p. 70) and Network services (p. 88)
■ 2D images converted to 3D
● Set to [2D 3D] mode in [3D Mode Selection]. (p. 34)
Preparations
Perform the First Registration when the 3D Eyewear is used for the first time. For details, read the manual of the 3D
Eyewear.
Viewing 3D images
● Connection status and battery status are displayed on the bottom right of the screen.
Note
● 3D Eyewear is not included. Please purchase as necessary. (p. 7)
● For more detail about using and wearing the 3D Eyewear, read the manual of the 3D Eyewear.
● The 3D image or 3D effect may not be available in the following conditions:
• VIERA Connect home screen (p. 19) is displayed.
• [Ext Rec.] or [LT1] / [LT2] of Timer Programming (p. 56) is in progress.
• [LT1] / [LT2] of One Touch Recording (p. 68) is in progress.
• Direct TV Recording (p. 94, 96) is in progress.
As for the contents of the Frame Sequential format and Side by Side (Full), no images will be displayed in these
conditions.
● If light appears to flicker under fluorescents or dimmers when using the 3D Eyewear, change the setting of [3D
Refresh Rate]. (p. 39)
● 3D content will not be correctly visible if the 3D Eyewear is worn upside down or back-to-front.
● Do not wear the 3D Eyewear when watching anything other than 3D images. Liquid crystal displays (such as
computer screens, digital clocks or calculators, etc.) may be difficult to see while wearing the 3D Eyewear.
● Do not use the 3D Eyewear as sunglasses.
● 3D effects may be perceived differently depending on the person.
Changing 2D - 3D mode
You can easily change the viewing mode between 2D and 3D using the 3D button.
Select the mode
3D Mode Selection select ● Items of [3D Mode Selection] vary
2D 3D depending on the condition.
3D set
2D
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■ To change 3D format manually
When the image is not changed properly using [3D], [2D] or [2D 3D] mode, use this manual setting.
During the above operation Select the mode
(red) 3D Mode Selection (Manual) select
Original
Frame Sequential - 3D set
Frame Sequential - 2D
Side by Side - 3D
Side by Side - 2D
Top and Bottom - 3D
Top and Bottom - 2D
2D 3D
[Original]:
Displays the source image as it is.
● Use to identify the format type of the source image.
“Table of images that can be seen for each [3D Mode Selection (Manual)] and the source image format”
(see below)
[Frame Sequential - 3D] / [Frame Sequential - 2D] / [Side by Side - 3D] / [Side by Side - 2D] /
[Top and Bottom - 3D] / [Top and Bottom - 2D]:
Displays the mode you select.
● Not valid on Analogue and AV mode
[2D 3D]:
Viewing 3D images
Table of images that can be seen for each [3D Mode Selection (Manual)] and the source image format
If the picture appears to be abnormal, refer to the table below to choose the correct 3D mode.
[3D Mode Selection] [Frame
[Side by Side [Top and
Source [Original] Sequential [2D 3D]
- 3D] Bottom - 3D]
image format - 3D]
Frame Sequential
Normal 3D∗1
Side by Side
Normal 3D∗1
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3D Settings
If the 3D images are not displayed correctly or seem unusual, adjust and setup the 3D settings.
2 Select [Picture]
select
Picture
access
Viewing 3D images
4 Select one of the following functions and set
3D Settings select
2D 3D Depth Mid adjust
■ To return to TV 3D Adjustment Access
Picture Sequence Normal access / store
Edge Smoother Off
3D Detection On
3D Signal Message On
Safety Precautions Access
Set to [On] if you feel the contoured parts of an image are not smooth enough (except in [2D
Edge Smoother
3D] mode) [Off] / [On]
Automatically detects the 3D format signals [Off] / [On] / [On (Advance)]
[On (Advance)]: Detects all the 3D format signals and displays the 3D image automatically.
3D Detection [On]: Detects the particular 3D format signals (Frame Sequential, etc.) and displays the 3D
image automatically.
● To view 3D images without any notifications and operations, set to [On (Advance)].
Selects whether to give a notification message when a signal of 3D format is found [Off] / [On]
3D Signal
● For DVB, Component and HDMI input
Message
● This function is not available when [3D Detection] is set to [On (Advance)].
Safety
Displays the precautions for viewing 3D images
Precautions
Note
● [3D Adjustment] and [Picture Sequence] will not be memorised when changing the input mode or channel.
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How to Use VIERA TOOLS
You can access some special features easily by using the VIERA TOOLS function.
2 Select a feature
select
VIERA Link access
■ To return to TV
or
How to Use VIERA TOOLS
[Recorded TV]∗
(p. 77)
∗When two or more available devices are connected, a selection screen will be displayed.
Please select the correct description and access.
Note
● If the selected feature is not available, the demonstration to explain how to use it can be displayed. Press the OK
button to view the demonstration after selecting the unavailable feature.
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How to Use Menu Functions
Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions.
access
Picture
Sound
Network
Timer
● You can set characters by using numeric buttons. “Characters table for numeric buttons” (p. 110)
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Menu list
Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives)
Viewing Mode
[Playing Time Display] (p. 45)
[Professional1 / 2]:
Allows you to set the professional picture settings in [Advanced Settings],
[Colour Gamut], [Lock Settings] and [Copy Adjustment]. (p. 64)
● This mode is available only when [Advance(isfccc)] in the Setup Menu is set to
[On].
● If the certified professional dealer sets these modes, [Professional1] and
[Professional2] may be displayed as [isf Day] and [isf Night].
In each Viewing Mode, [Contrast], [Brightness], [Colour], [Sharpness], [Tint],
[Colour Balance], [Vivid Colour], [Colour Remaster], [Eco Mode], [P-NR] and
Picture
Contrast, Brightness,
Adjusts the levels of these options according to your personal preference
Colour, Sharpness
Sets the overall colour tone of the picture [Cool] / [Normal] / [Warm]
Colour Balance ● Not valid when [Viewing Mode] is set to THX modes, [Professional1] or
[Professional2]
Displays the vivid images with the expanded colour gamut [Off] / [On] / [Auto]
● For HDMI input or video contents of Media Player (when [Viewing Mode] is set
Colour Remaster
to [Dynamic], [Normal] or [Cinema])
● Set to [Auto] to use this function effectively.
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Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives)
Reproduces the original image quality in detail for 1080p (HDMI) input signal
Picture
Automatically compensates the picture frame rate to make the 24p source movie
images smooth [Off] / [Min] / [Mid] / [Max]
Advanced Settings
24p Smooth Film ● This is available only for 24p signal input and displayed instead of [Intelligent
Frame Creation].
● Not valid when [Viewing Mode] is set to [Game]
Reduces juddering and flicker noises of the 3D images when using the 3D
Eyewear [Auto] / [100Hz] / [120Hz]
[100Hz]:
3D Refresh Rate
If light appears to flicker under fluorescents (or dimmers) of 50 Hz.
[120Hz]:
If light appears to flicker under fluorescents (or dimmers) of 60 Hz.
Adjusts the brightness of the side panel [Off] / [Low] / [Mid] / [High]
Side Panel
● The recommended setting is [High] to prevent panel “image retention”.
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Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives)
Changes the black level of the image for HDMI input mode with DVI input signal
manually [Normal] / [Full]
● When the DVI input signal from the external equipment (especially from PC) is
Picture
● The black level for HDMI input signal will be adjusted automatically.
● For HDMI input mode with DVI input signal
Selects the mode for wobbling of the image to prevent panel “image retention”
[Auto] / [On]
Pixel Orbiter [Auto]:
Automatically works only for the appropriate images and you rarely recognise
the wobbling.
Press the OK button to reset the current Picture Viewing Mode of the selected
Reset to Defaults
input to the default settings
Adjusts the sounds manually by using the equaliser to suit your favourite sound
quality.
● For the User mode, [Equaliser] will appear on the Sound Menu instead of [Bass]
and [Treble]. Select [Equaliser] and adjust the frequency.
[Equaliser] (p. 41)
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Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives)
Compensates for the low frequency sound due to the distance between the
speakers and the wall [Over 30cm] / [Up to 30cm]
Speaker Distance to ● If the back space between the TV and wall is over 30 cm, [Over 30cm] is
Wall recommended.
● If the back space between the TV and wall is within 30 cm, [Up to 30cm] is
recommended.
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Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives)
Narration settings for visually impaired users (only available in some countries)
[Standard] / [Visual Impaired]
Audio Type ● Set to [Visual Impaired] to activate the narration sound track when available on
the broadcast.
● For DVB mode
● ARC (Audio Return Channel): A function of digital audio output using HDMI
cable
connection
● For HDMI input
Adjusts the delay time of the sound output from DIGITAL AUDIO OUT and HDMI2
SPDIF Delay (ARC function) terminals if the sound does not synchronise the image
● For DVB mode
Press the OK button to reset the current Sound Mode, [Balance], [Headphone
Reset to Defaults
Volume] and [Surround] to the default settings
Connection Test,
Network Connection,
Wireless Network Sets the network setting to use in your network environment (p. 85, 86)
Settings, IP/DNS
Settings
Network
Network Link Settings Sets to control the TV with the devices connected to the network (p. 84)
Software Update Checks for available software updates from the Panasonic website
Selects whether to give a notification message when new software is found via
New Software Message
network [Off] / [On]
Network Status Displays the network status (MAC Address, current network settings, etc.)
Sets the duration of time until the TV automatically goes into Standby mode
Off Timer
[Off] / [15] / [30] / [45] / [60] / [75] / [90] (minutes) (p. 22)
Timer
Sets the duration of time that the TV will remain on when no operation is
performed [Off] / [2] / [4] (hours)
● Starting Timer Programming automatically does not affect this function.
Auto Standby
● Automatic input switching with the connected equipment affects this function
and time-count will be reset.
● The notification message will appear 3 minutes before going into Standby mode.
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Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives)
Recording Setup Settings for the recording feature of the USB HDD (p. 66)
Bluetooth Setup Settings for the specific devices supporting Bluetooth wireless technology (p. 109)
VIERA Link Sets to use VIERA Link functions [Off] / [On] (p. 95)
Automatically adjusts the picture settings according to the received HDMI content
via HDMI cable [Off] / [Auto]
● This function is available if the connected equipment supports HDMI Content
HDMI Content Type
Type.
Power on Link Sets to use Power on Link function [Off] / [On] (p. 94, 95)
Power off Link Sets to use Power off Link function [Off] / [On] (p. 94, 95)
Child Lock Applies access control for channels or inputs to prevent unwanted access (p. 59)
Channel List Skips the unwanted channels or edits channels (p. 53)
Auto Setup Automatically searches for the receivable channels (p. 48 - 51)
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Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives)
Update Channel Updates the channel list while keeping your settings (p. 55)
List ● For DVB mode
Selects your favourite network for each broadcasters (only available in some
Favourite Network countries)
● For DVB-C or DVB-T mode
Set to [On] to enable a message to switch to the available service (only available
Service
in some countries) [Off] / [On]
Replacement
● For DVB-C mode
How to Use Menu Functions
Tuning Menu∗
Sets the antenna system to use plural LNBs for receiving several satellites
[One LNB] / [MiniDiSEqC] / [DiSEqC 1.0] / [Single Cable] (p. 48)
Antenna System
● This TV supports DiSEqC Version 1.0.
● For DVB-S mode
Setup
Automatically reduces the DVB-C signal to avoid the interference [Off] / [On]
Attenuator ● If the DVB-C signal is too strong, the interference may occur. In this case set to
[On] to reduce the signal automatically.
Preferred Audio Selects the first and second preferred language for DVB multi audio (depending
1/2 on the broadcaster)
Language
Selects the first and second preferred language for DVB subtitles (depending on
Preferred Subtitles
the broadcaster)
1/2
● To display subtitles (p. 21)
Selects the preferred language for DVB teletext service (depending on the
Preferred Teletext
broadcaster)
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Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives)
Selects the default TV Guide type when the GUIDE button is pressed (only
available in some countries) [Channel List] / [TV Guide]
[TV Guide]:
Default Guide Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) is available.
● To use EPG (p. 24)
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 [TV Selection] (p. 20),
[Input Selection] (p. 29) or banner
Input Labels
● To name each input mode freely, select [User input] and set characters
Display Settings
(maximum 10 characters).
● To skip the input mode, select [Skip].
Setup
Banner Display Sets how long the Information banner stays on screen
Timeout [0 (No display)] / [1] / [2] / [3] / [4] / [5] / [6] / [7] / [8] / [9] / [10] (seconds)
VIERA Connect
Sets the VIERA Connect introduction banner display [Off] / [On] (p. 19, 20)
Banner
Set to [On] to display a continuous record of time spent using Game mode in the
Playing Time
top right of the screen every 30 minutes [Off] / [On]
Display
● This function is available when [Viewing Mode] is set to [Game]. (p. 38)
Sets the timer for turning off the screen automatically when a radio channel is
selected [Off] / [5] / [10] / [15] / [20] (seconds)
● The sound is active even if the screen turns off. This function is effective in
Radio Mode reducing power consumption when listening to a radio channel.
● Press any buttons except Standby, Volume Up / Down and MUTE buttons to
turn the screen on.
● Not valid on Analogue mode
Channel Transition
Enables the transition effect when changing channels [Off] / [On]
Effect
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Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives)
Shipping Condition Resets all settings to the original condition (p. 62)
System Menu
Performs the update of the GUIDE Plus+ schedule and advertising information for
Update
GUIDE Plus+ Settings
the GUIDE Plus+ system (only available in some countries) (p. 25)
Sets your postcode to display advertisements in the GUIDE Plus+ system (only
Postcode
available in some countries) (p. 25)
Other Settings
System Displays the system information of the GUIDE Plus+ system (only available in
Information some countries)
Enables to supply the power from the USB port in Standby mode [Off] / [On]
USB Charge in
● Available for charging the rechargeable 3D Eyewear (optional)
Standby
● This function is available when in Standby mode.
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Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives)
Exchange Channel Exports / Imports DVB-S Channel List settings using the SD Card to share the
List same settings with VIERA which has the same function
∗The settings in [Tuning Menu] are applicable only for the selected TV mode. The menu name varies depending on the
TV mode. ([DVB-S Tuning Menu] / [DVB-C Tuning Menu] / [DVB-T Tuning Menu] / [Analogue Tuning Menu])
● A different menu will be displayed when [Advance(isfccc)] in the Setup Menu is set to [On] or in the mode of Media
Player / network service operations. (p. 64, 71 - 80, 88 - 91)
● Only available items can be selected.
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Retuning from Setup Menu
Automatically retune the channels received in the area.
● This function is available if channel tuning is already performed.
● Only the selected mode is retuned. All the previous tuning settings are erased.
● If Child Lock PIN number (p. 59) has been set, the PIN number is required.
● If tuning has not been done completely [Manual Tuning] (p. 54)
DVB-S channels
1 Select DVB-S
(p. 20)
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3 Set [LNB] and [Satellite]
4 Set [LNB] first, then set [Satellite] for the selected LNB.
LNB Configuration select [LNB]:
Signal Quality 0 10
● If you set to [One LNB], [LNB] is not
Signal Strength 0 10
set
LNB AA
selectable.
LNB Low Band Frequency 9750 MHz ● If you set to [MiniDiSEqC] or [Single Cable],
LNB High Band Frequency 10600 MHz
Satellite Astra 19.2° E select from LNB AA and AB.
Test Transponder Frequency 10744 MHz
● If you set to [DiSEqC 1.0], select from LNB
AA, AB, BA and BB.
[Satellite]:
● Select [No Satellite] if you do not know the connected satellite (available satellite will be searched in Auto
Setup).
● Select [User defined] to set [Test Transponder Frequency] manually.
● If you set to [Single Cable], additional settings are required. Set [User Band], [User Band Frequency] and [PIN]
(depending on the Single Cable router you use).
For details, read the manual of the Single Cable router.
4 Store
When the operation is completed, the channel at the lowest position will be displayed.
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DVB-C, DVB-T, Analogue channels
Frequency Auto
Symbol Rate Auto ● After settings, select [Start scan].
Network ID Auto
Start scan
● [Scan Mode]
[Full]: Scans the whole frequency range.
[Quick]: Scans the suitable frequency in your country.
● Normally set [Frequency], [Symbol Rate] and [Network ID] to [Auto].
If [Auto] is not displayed or if necessary, enter the value specified by your cable provider with numeric buttons.
All DVB-C tuning data will be erased This will take about 3 minutes.
No. Channel Name Type Quality
1 CBBC Channel Free TV 100
2 BBC Radio Wales Free TV 100
3 E4 Free TV 100
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DVB-T:
6 DVB-T Auto Setup DVB-T Auto Setup
Progress CH 5 69
All DVB-T tuning data will be erased This will take about 3 minutes.
CH Channel Name Type Quality
62 CBBC Channel Free TV 100
62 BBC Radio Wales Free TV 100
62 E4 Free TV 100
62 Cartoon Nwk Free TV 100
Analogue:
Analogue Auto Setup Analogue Auto Setup
Scan CH 2 78 CC 1 41
All analogue tuning data will be erased This will take about 3 minutes.
CH Channel Name
CH 29
CH 33 BBC1
Analogue: 2
Searching
● The channel, language and country / region settings are downloaded to Q-Link or VIERA Link compatible
equipment connected to the TV.
When the operation is completed, the channel at the lowest position will be displayed.
3 Set the search mode and scan mode 4 Start [Auto Setup]
(DVB-S, DVB-C)
(select the item) ● To return to TV
(set)
(store) ● Control panel OSD appears
when pressing the control
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Tuning and Editing Channels
You can retune channels or make your favourite channel lists, skip unwanted channels, etc.
Attenuator Off
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■ To edit Favourites list
While the cursor is in the Favourites field to edit
● To move the channel ● To delete the channel
Select the new position Store
(green) (green)
or
● To delete all channels
(yellow)
● To name the Favourites
Set characters (maximum 10 characters) Store
(red) User input select
Name
■ To edit channels
● To swap / move the channel position (if available)
Select the new position Store Example: Analogue
23:35
(green) (green) 1 CH23 SC1 All Analogue Channels
ITV
or
Channel name
Channel position
● To retune each channel ([Manual Tuning] (p. 54)) (Analogue)
(red)
● To rename the channel name (Analogue)
Set characters (maximum 5 characters) Store
(blue) Edit channel name select
Name
Note
● If a VCR is connected only with the RF cable in Analogue mode, edit [VCR].
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Set DVB channel manually [Manual Tuning]
Normally use [Auto Setup] or [Update Channel List] to retune DVB channels.
If tuning has not been done completely or for adjusting the direction of the aerial or dish, use this function.
● All channels found will be added to the Channel List.
DVB-S:
1 Set the satellite
DVB-S Manual Tuning
Signal Quality 100%
select
Signal Strength 100%
set
Satellite Astra 19.2° E
Transponder Frequency 10847 MHz
Symbol Rate Auto ● Please consult the received satellite broadcasting companies for the
Polarisation
Modulation
Horizontal
Auto setting.
Service ID Auto
Start scan
DVB-C:
1 Enter the frequency 2 Select [Start scan]
DVB-C Manual Tuning select
Frequency 474,00 MHz
Symbol Rate Auto
Service ID Auto
Start scan
access
Signal Quality 100%
Signal Strength 100%
No. Channel Name Type New
DVB-T:
1 Adjust frequency for each channel 2 Search
DVB-T Manual Tuning select channel
Frequency [CH21] 474,00 MHz
Signal Quality 100%
adjust frequency
Tuning and Editing Channels
[Manual Tuning]:
Set Analogue channel manually after Auto Setup.
● Set [Sound System] and [Colour System], and then perform this function. Normally set [Colour System] to [Auto].
● If a VCR is connected only with the RF cable, select channel position [0].
Analogue Manual Tuning
1 BBC1 CH33 SC1: PAL B, G, H / SECAM B, G
Fine Tuning
Manual Tuning 2 78 1 41 SC2: PAL I
Sound System SC1
Colour System Auto SC3: PAL D, K / SECAM D, K
Store
F: SECAM L, L’
store
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Update DVB channel automatically [Update Channel List]
You can add new channels, delete removed channels, update channel name and position automatically to the channel
list.
DVB-T Update Channel List ● The channel list is updated while keeping your settings in [Favourites Edit],
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[Channel List], [Child Lock], etc.
This will take about 3 minutes.
CH Channel Name Type Quality
● Depending on the signal condition, the update may not work properly.
● To update DVB-S channels, set [Satellite], [Search Mode] and [Scan Mode] before updating.
DVB-S Update Channel List Settings select
Satellite Astra 19.2° E
Search Mode Free Channels access / store
Scan Mode Quick
Start scan ● After settings, select [Start scan].
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Timer Programming
Timer Programming from Menu
The Timer Programming menu allows you to choose programmes that you want to remind watching or record to the
external recorder or the USB HDD. At the correct time, the TV will tune to the correct channel even if the TV is in
Standby mode.
TV Guide may also be used to set timer programming event (p. 26).
● This function is not available in Analogue mode.
● 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 Standby. For reminders to be displayed, the
TV must be on.
● No other channel can be selected while the recording of Timer Programming is in progress.
● Recording an encrypted (copy-protected) programme may not be possible.
● When recording programmes to the external recorder, be sure to make the proper settings on the recorder connected
to the TV. If a recorder compatible with Q-Link, VIERA Link or similar technologies is connected to the TV (p. 94, 95)
and [Link Settings] (p. 43) are completed, no setting of the recorder is required. Also read the manual of the recorder.
● If the recorder is not compatible with Q-Link, VIERA Link or similar technologies, make timer programming of the
recorder. For preparations of a recorder, read the manual of the recorder.
● For more information of the USB HDD Recording (p. 66, 107)
● Recording to the external equipment via SCART is always in standard definition (composite video), even if the
original programme is in high definition.
● 2 minutes before the starting time, a reminder message appears if you are watching TV.
• To remove the message and start the programming • To cancel the programming
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Set timer programming event details
1 Start making the settings
Timer Programming
Function No. Channel Name Date Start End
Ext Rec. D 1 BBC1 STTL Wed 26.10.2011 18:00 20:00 (Press again to remove subtitles)
<TIMER> (120 min.)
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■ To edit a timer programming event
Select the event
Note
● Check that the LED is orange. If not, timer programming events are not active or not stored.
● Timer Programming reminder messages will remain displayed until one of the following occurs:
• You press the OK button to view the programme or the EXIT button to cancel the reminder.
• The timer programming event that the reminder is set for ends.
● “!” identifies that two or more timer programming events are overlapped. [Ext Rec.] and [USB HDD Rec.] are given
priority over [Reminder]. As for the overlapped recording events, the first event starts and finishes as programmed.
The next event can then start.
● The recording of Timer Programming will automatically change to the programmed channel a few seconds before the
start time.
● To stop recording the timer programming event, it may be necessary to stop the recorder manually.
● The recording of Timer Programming will be performed even if the TV is in [REW LIVE TV] recording (p. 69) or
[Pause Live TV] recording (p. 97). In this case, [REW LIVE TV] recording or [Pause Live TV] recording will be
Timer Programming
cancelled.
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Child Lock
You can lock specific channels / AV input terminals and control who watches them.
When the locked channel / input is selected, a message appears. Enter the PIN number to watch.
Child Lock
Name Input Type Lock
101 BBC 1 Wales DVB-C Free TV
7
14
BBC THREE
E4C
DVB-T
DVB-T
Free TV
Free TV lock
VCR Analogue Analogue
1 BBC1 Analogue Analogue
2 ***** Analogue Analogue : Appears when the channel / input is locked
AV1 External AV
Note
● Setting [Shipping Condition] (p. 62) erases the PIN number and all settings.
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Using Data Service Application
You can enjoy Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV application that is one of the interactive data services for digital
broadcasting.
● To use Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV application fully, you need a broadband network environment.
Ensure the network connections and network settings are completed.
“Network connections” (p. 83), “Network Setup” (p. 84 - 87)
● Not all the data service are available depending on the country, area and broadcaster.
● Depending on the connection environment, the internet connection may be slow or may not be successful.
Notification message will appear when the application is available. Follow the on-
screen instructions.
Note
● Operations may vary depending on the broadcaster. Follow the on-screen instructions.
● On-screen instructions may not correspond to the remote control buttons.
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Using Common Interface
The Common Interface Module menu provides access to software contained on Common Interface (CI) Modules.
● This function may not be available in some countries or regions.
● Video and audio signals may not be output depending on broadcasts or services.
Although CI module may enable you to view some services, this TV does not guarantee all services (e.g. encrypted
pay-TV channels).
Please use only the approved CI module by the broadcaster.
Consult your local Panasonic dealer or broadcasters for more information and conditions of the services.
Caution CI slot
● Turn off Mains power On / Off switch whenever inserting
or removing the CI module.
Insert or remove completely
● If a view card and a card reader come as a set, first
insert the card reader, then insert the view card into the
card reader.
● Insert the module in the correct direction. CI module
Rear of the TV
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Shipping Condition
Resets the TV to its original condition, i.e. no channels tuned in.
All settings other than [USB HDD Setup] are reset (channels, picture, sound settings, etc.).
● To retune TV channels only, e.g. after moving house “Retuning from Setup Menu” (p. 48 - 51)
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Updating the TV Software
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, a notification message is displayed when the channel has the update information.
● To download
■ To update immediately
1 Select [System Update Search Now] 2 Searches for an update (for 3 Download
System Update select several minutes) and displays a
Auto Update Search in Standby Off
corresponding message if any
System Update Search Now Access access
Note
● Download may take for about 60 minutes.
● During software download and update, DO NOT switch off the TV.
● The notification message might be a reminder. In this case, the schedule information (the date that the new version
can be used) will appear. You can set the reservation for update. The update will not start when the TV is off.
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Advanced Picture Settings
You can adjust and setup the detailed picture settings for each input and Viewing Mode.
● To use this function completely, set [Advance(isfccc)] to [On] in the Setup Menu. (p. 46)
R-Gain, G-Gain, B-Gain Adjusts the white balance of bright red / green / blue area
Picture
R-Cutoff, G-Cutoff,
Adjusts the white balance of dark red / green / blue area
B-Cutoff
Advanced Settings
White Balance
Reset to Defaults Press the OK button to reset to the default White Balance
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Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives)
R-Hue, G-Hue, B-Hue Adjusts the picture hue of red / green / blue area
R-Saturation,
G-Saturation, Adjusts the saturation of red / green / blue area
B-Saturation
R-Luminance,
Colour Management
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USB HDD Recording
You can record the digital TV programmes to the connected USB HDD and enjoy playing back in various ways.
● Analogue TV programme cannot be recorded on the USB HDD.
● The data broadcasting (MHEG, etc.), radio broadcasting and the periods without any signal will not be recorded.
● Not all the programmes can be recorded depending on the broadcaster and service provider.
● You cannot copy the recorded contents of the USB HDD.
● For more information of the USB HDD (p. 107)
Caution
● All data in the USB HDD will be erased in the following cases:
• When formatting the USB HDD with this TV “Setting for USB HDD” (see below)
• When formatting the USB HDD to use on PC, etc.
● When the TV is repaired due to a malfunction, you may have to format the USB HDD again with this TV to use it. (All
data will be erased when formatting.)
● In order to use the USB HDD with your PC after recording with this TV, format it again on your PC. (Special
operations or tools may be necessary to format on your PC. For details, read the manual of the 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 during operation (formatting, recording, etc.).
It may cause malfunction of the device or damage the recorded data. (Also when the electric outage occurs.)
USB cable
USB HDD
select
Setup
access
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Setup the USB HDD [USB HDD Setup]
All the USB devices recognised as a mass storage device will be listed.
● You can only choose one USB HDD for recording at a time.
● You cannot change the settings for the USB HDD while recording is in progress.
● Please note that USB HDD will be formatted and all data in it will be erased after this setup.
1 Select the USB HDD for recording and start setup
USB HDD Setup select ● Some USB HDD may not be displayed.
Product
USB Drive A
Name
● For the information of the highlighted device
USB Flash Disk
access
The name for the USB HDD is created automatically. If you want to edit the name, select [Yes].
Set characters Store
USB HDD select
Name USB HDD 1
Yes No
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One touch direct TV recording - What you see is What you record [One Touch Recording]
Records the current programme in the USB HDD immediately.
● Confirm the code of the remote control is “73” (p. 30).
Select the maximum recording time [30] / [60] / [90] / [120] / [180] (minutes)
Recording Setup select ● LED will turn to orange (flash) while One
Touch Recording is in progress.
access / store “Indicator / Control panel” (p. 11)
One Touch Recording 180 minutes
or
■ To play back or delete the recorded contents “Recorded TV mode” (p. 77)
● Even if One Touch Recording is in progress, you can play back all the contents. (Depending on the USB HDD, it may
not be available or the recording may not work properly while playback.)
USB HDD Recording
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Record constantly [REW LIVE TV]
Records the current programme constantly.
● Confirm the code of the remote control is “73” (p. 30).
Select [Auto] to start [REW LIVE TV]
Recording Setup select ● When you select [Auto], the recording will
start automatically.
access / store ● This recording will not start if the other
REW LIVE TV Auto
recording is in progress, TV signal condition
is bad or any images are not displayed.
● After pausing or searching backward, the following buttons are available to operate.
Search backward Search backward / Pause / Return to the
Playback
Playback / Pause forward Playback current programme
Search forward
Return to the current programme
● [REW LIVE TV] will be stopped and the recorded content deleted automatically in the following conditions:
(Even if [REW LIVE TV] stops for the following conditions, as long as the setting is [Auto], the new recording will start
automatically in a condition that makes the recording available.)
• Selected other channels • No TV signal
• Selected locked channel • When the other recording starts
• Selected invalid channel • When the TV is turned to Standby or off
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Using Media Player
Media Player allows you to enjoy photo, video or music recorded on an SD Card and a USB Flash Memory, and
contents recorded with this TV on the formatted USB HDD.
VIERA IMAGE VIEWER is the function of the easy viewing for photos or videos recorded on an SD Card on the TV
screen by simply inserting into the SD Card slot.
Photo mode:
Still pictures recorded by digital cameras will be displayed.
Video mode:
(For SD Card or USB Flash Memory) Moving pictures recorded by digital video cameras will be played back.
Recorded TV mode:
(For exclusive USB HDD) TV programmes recorded on the USB HDD with this TV will be played back.
Music mode:
Digital music data will be played back.
● During the operation, audio signal is output from AV1, DIGITAL AUDIO OUT and HDMI2 (ARC function) terminals.
But no video signals are output. AV1 can output audio signal if [AV1 out] is set to [Monitor] in the Setup Menu (p. 43).
To use HDMI2 with ARC function, connect an amplifier that has ARC function (p. 93) and set to use theatre speakers
(p. 99).
● [Date] shows the date on which the recording was made by the recording equipment. The file without record of the
date is shown “**/**/****”.
● The picture may not appear correctly on this TV depending on the recording equipment used.
● Display may take some time when there are many files and folders.
● Partly degraded files might be displayed at a reduced resolution.
● Picture setting may not work depending on the conditions.
● The folder and file names may be different depending on the digital camera or digital video camera used.
SD Card
● Check the type of terminals and devices are correct when connecting.
● For the information of the devices “Devices for recording or playing back” (p. 107)
● For the supported file format “Supported file format in Media Player and media servers” (p. 104, 105)
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Starting Media Player
File name
1/48 File number / Total file number
p1010001.JPG
Date
23/10/2011
Note
● You can also access each mode directly by using VIERA TOOLS. (p. 36)
● [Recorded TV] is available for contents recorded with this TV on the USB HDD.
● Select the appropriate device and content for playing back each file.
● You can use the following buttons during playback. Confirm the code of the remote control is “73” (p. 30).
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Change the contents
You can switch to the other mode of Media Player from the thumbnail view.
● The mode can be switched in the current device.
1 While the thumbnail is displayed, 2 Select the contents
display the contents selection Contents Select
EXIT select
(blue) Select
RETURN
Access Photo Video Music Recorded TV access
SD Card
Photo mode
Photo mode will read all “.jpg” extension files and supports “.mpo” extension files in the SD Card or USB Flash
Memory.
The thumbnail of all the photos in the SD Card or USB Flash Memory will be displayed.
Example: Thumbnail - [All photos]
Media Player Photo All photos ● To change the size of photos on a thumbnail screen
select [Change Size]
change
: Error display
access
Example:
Using Media Player
[Slideshow] - Slideshow completes when all photos are viewed within the current thumbnail.
1 Select the file from the thumbnail of photos 2 Start Slideshow
for the first view
(red)
● To display / hide the operation guide ● To pause (return to Single view) ● To return to thumbnail
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■ To sort by folder, recorded date or recorded month
1 Display the view selection in the thumbnail view
(green)
2 Select the sort type
select [Folder view]:
Displays the thumbnail grouped by folder.
access ● The files which are not into a folder will be collected to the folder named “/”.
[Sort by Date] / [Sort by Month]:
Displays the thumbnail grouped by the same date or month.
● The group of the photos without a recorded date is shown as [Unknown].
● To return to the thumbnail of all photos
select [All photos]
(green)
access
Multi Shot 3D
This TV can create the 3D photo using a pair of photos in the SD Card and save it into the same SD Card.
● This TV can also create the 3D photo from photos in the USB Flash Memory, but cannot save it.
● This function is available with photos recorded by digital cameras.
● Depending on the photos you select, the created 3D photo may not be suitable or the 3D photo creation may not
be possible. It is recommended to take a photo (for L) and then move your camera to the right about 5 cm and take
another photo (for R).
● To view the created 3D photo with 3D effect, you need the 3D Eyewear “Optional accessories” (p. 7)
(red)
● You can only select photos of the same recorded date and same
pixels.
● You may not be able to view the created 3D photo properly if you
select the photos for L and R oppositely.
select [Yes]
The 3D image will be saved onto your media.
Continue?
save
Yes No
After finishing saving the photo, the photo selection screen will be displayed (step 3). Select
photos again to create another 3D photo or exit from [Multi Shot 3D] mode.
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■ To enjoy the saved 3D photos
Saved 3D photos are displayed in the Thumbnail screen. Wear the 3D Eyewear and enjoy the 3D photos.
Example: Thumbnail
Media Player Photo All photos
Saved 3D photo
Photo Settings
Setup the settings for Photo mode.
1 Display the option menu 2 Select [Slideshow Settings] 3 Select the items and set
Option Menu Slideshow Settings
Slideshow Settings Frame Off
Colour Effect Off
Transition Effect Fade
Screen Mode Normal
Burst Playback Off
Interval 5 seconds
Repeat On
Back Ground Music
select
access / store
Note
● Picture quality may become lower depending on the slideshow settings.
● Picture setting may not work depending on the slideshow settings.
Selects the transition effect for switching the photo during the slideshow
[Off] / [Fade] / [Slide] / [Dissolve] / [Motion] / [Random]
[Fade]: The next photo fades in gradually.
[Slide]: The next photo slides and appears from the left side.
Transition Effect [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.
[Random]: Each transition is selected at random.
● This function is available when [Frame] is set to [Off].
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Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives)
Selects enlarged or normal viewing on Single view and Slideshow
[Normal] / [Zoom]
● This function is not available when [Frame] is set to [Collage], [Drift], [Gallery] or
Screen Mode
[Cinema] or when [Transition Effect] is set to [Motion].
● Depending on the photo size, it may not be fully enlarged to fill the screen, e.g.
portrait style picture.
Selects slideshow interval [5] / [10] / [15] / [30] / [60] / [90] / [120] (seconds)
Interval ● This function is not available when [Frame] is set to [Drift], [Gallery] or [Cinema]
or when [Transition Effect] is set to [Motion].
access
● If no music has been registered or the device which has the registered music
is removed, no sound will be produced.
[Auto]: Music data stored in the root folder of the current device will be played
back randomly.
● If there is no available music data, no sound will be produced.
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Video and Recorded TV mode
● Supported file format (p. 104, 105)
Video mode
(For SD Card or USB Flash Memory)
The thumbnail of video titles in the SD Card or USB Flash Memory will be displayed.
Example: Thumbnail - [Title view]
Media Player Video Title view The preview will start when the title / scene is highlighted if it supports
a preview.
Trip1 Trip2 Trip3 Trip4 Trip5 Room Nature1
● To turn off the preview
“Video Setup” (p. 77)
● To play back the selected title
Nature2 Nature3 Nature4 Nature5 Nature6 2011_4 2011_7
Select the title Start playback
(red)
2011_9
Access EXIT Info SD Card ● If you stopped the last playback on the
Play
Select RETURN Option Menu
Drive Select Contents Select
way, the confirmation screen is displayed
to select whether to start from where you
: Error display stopped last time or from the beginning.
: The file does not support thumbnail view.
00:02:05
information banner
● To return to thumbnail
● To the previous title / scene
EXIT
(red)
RETURN
00:15:39
00:02:05
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■ Video Setup
Setup the settings for Video mode.
● Menu items and selectable options vary depending on the content.
1 Display the option menu 2 Select [Video Setup] 3 Select the items and set
Option Menu select
Video Setup
access / store
Playback repeat within the title or selected file (depending on the content)
Repeat
Recorded TV mode
(For exclusive USB HDD)
Contents list of the selected device will be displayed.
Example: Contents list Remaining capacity of the selected device
Media Player Recorded TV Remaining Capacity 500GB (50%)
(This value may not be accurate depending on the condition.)
All Not Viewed
Channel Date Title
BBC 1 Thu 27/10 Das Erste 1
Duration 12:00
00:20 ITV Mon 12/1 News
13:30
3 [All]:
Not Viewed
BBC 2 Sat 17/1 Cinema
13:50
1
All the recorded contents are listed.
Recording now
Protected
Grouped
[Not Viewed]:
Select
EXIT
Contents not played back yet are listed.
Select
RETURN
Play
● You can also access the contents list directly by using VIERA TOOLS.
Option Menu Info USB HDD 1
Delete Chapter List Select (p. 36)
: Content not played back yet (Once you play back the : Content under recording (You can play back this
content, this icon will disappear.) content even if under recording.)
: Protected content cannot be deleted. : Two or more contents are grouped.
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■ Playback from the list
1 Select the content 2 Start playback
● If you stopped the last playback on the way, the confirmation screen is
displayed to select whether to start from where you stopped last time or
from the beginning.
● If the content has multiple programmes with the different parental ratings,
the highest restriction is valid for the content. Once you unlock the
restriction, all the programmes in the content can be played back.
[Create Group]:
Two or more contents can be grouped. Select and tick all the desired contents, and then select [Create Group].
[Release Group]:
Select the created group to release, and then select [Release Group]. (To release several groups at once, tick all the
desired groups.)
[Exclude from Group]:
Select the group and press the OK button to display the grouped contents. To exclude only the specific content from
the group, tick it and then select [Exclude from Group]. (To exclude several contents at once, tick all the desired
contents.)
[Change Protect Status]:
Select the content to protect from deletion, and then select [Change Protect Status]. Perform the same way to cancel
the protection. (To change the status of several contents at once, tick all the desired contents.)
No
contents
(blue)
00:15:39
00:02:05
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● To repeat between the starting point “A” and finishing point “B” ● To the previous / next chapter
Set “A” and “B” in order (red) / (green)
• The points will be reset by pressing this button
(blue) • A recorded content is automatically
again or other operations.
divided into chapters (about 5 minutes
for each).
● To change aspect ● To display the subtitle (if available)
■ Chapter List
You can start playback from the chapter list you select.
● The chapter list is not displayed while the selected content is being recorded.
To play back from the chapter list
Chapter List
(yellow)
select
00:00:00 00:05:00 playback
Note
● Depending on the recorded programmes, some playback operations may not work properly.
Create Group
EXIT
Select
select
Release Group RETURN
Access SD Card USB HDD1 USB Flash... access
Drive Select USB HDD1
Contents Select
Change Protect Status
If you select the device to play back photos, videos or music,
change to the appropriate content.
select ● To change the content
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Music mode
● Supported file format (p. 105)
The thumbnail of music folders in the SD Card or USB Flash Memory will be displayed.
Example: Thumbnail - [Folder view]
Media Player Music Folder view ● To play back the selected folder
Select the folder Start playback
My Music_1 My Music_2 My Music_3
(red)
Stop
Operation guide
Music Setup
Setup the setting for Music mode (only available in the thumbnail view).
1 Display the option menu 2 Select [Music Setup] 3 Set
Option Menu Music Setup Menu
Music Setup Repeat One
select
access / store
[Folder]: Playback repeat within the
selected folder
[One]: Playback repeat of the selected
one file
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Using Network Services
(DLNA / VIERA Connect)
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.
● To enable this function, connect this TV to your home network.
“Network connections” (p. 83), “Network Setup” (p. 84)
Note
● For more information about the server software, please consult each software company.
● When server software for the media server is installed on the PC, the data may be at risk of being accessed by other
people. Please take care of the settings and connections under the network circumstances at the office, hotel or even
at home when not using a router.
● AVCHD and DivX files are not supported by DLNA functions of this TV, but can be played by Media Player (p. 70).
■ Playback of sharing contents on this TV with the DMC (Digital Media Controller) network
equipment
You can enjoy contents stored in the media server by controlling with the DMC network equipment (PC with Windows 7
installed, smartphone, etc.) connected to your home network.
● To use this function with Windows 7, set [DLNA Remote Control] and [DLNA Remote Volume] of this TV to [On].
(p. 84)
● “Windows 7” is the OS that has been tested for compatibility of this TV (as of January, 2011). For the operations, refer
to the help functions of Windows 7.
● To use this function with your smartphone, set [Network Remote Control] of this TV to [On]. (p. 84)
And you need to install the application for controlling VIERA in your smartphone. For the information of the
application (English only):
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/tv/
For the operations, refer to the support information of the application.
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■ Sharing the TV programme or contents of this TV with the other network equipment
You can enjoy the current digital TV programme or the contents∗1 of this TV on the other DLNA Certified VIERA∗2, your
smartphone, etc. connected to your home network.
For example, watching the continuation of the current programme on your smartphone in the other room, etc.
● To use this function, set [DLNA Server Settings] of this TV. (p. 84)
● To use this function with the other VIERA, select a name or MAC Address of this TV from the DLNA server list of the
other VIERA, and then select the content to operate. Also refer to the manual of the other VIERA.
● To use this function with your smartphone, you need to install the application for controlling VIERA in your
smartphone. For the information of the application (English only):
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/tv/
For the operations, refer to the support information of the application.
∗1: Available contents:
• Contents that can be played back by Media Player of this TV and other network equipment
• TV programmes recorded on the USB HDD with this TV
∗2: DLNA Certified VIERA of before the year 2009 may not be available. The compatibility with future products is not
guaranteed.
Note
● When using this function, this TV must be on.
● This function is available only with 1 piece of other equipment.
● You may be able to control this TV for turning off the screen and muting the sound from your smartphone. For details,
refer to the support information of the application.
● This function may not be available in the following conditions of this TV:
• While the recording is in progress.
• While Video mode or Recorded TV mode in Media Player.
• When in VIERA Connect.
• When accessing the media server.
• When the data service is active.
• When watching encrypted (copy-protected) programmes.
• When the broadcast prohibits the output of video and audio.
VIERA Connect
VIERA Connect is a gateway to the internet services unique to Panasonic.
VIERA Connect allows you to access some specific websites supported by Panasonic, and enjoy internet contents
such as videos, games, communication tools, etc. from VIERA Connect home screen.
● To enable this function, connect this TV to a broadband network environment.
Using Network Services (DLNA / VIERA Connect)
Note
● VIERA Connect home screen is subject to change without notice.
● This TV does not support full web browser function and some features of the websites may not be available.
● Be sure to update the software when a software update notice is displayed on the TV screen. If the software is not
updated, you will not be able to use VIERA Connect.
You can update the software later manually. [Software Update] in [Network] (p. 87)
● The services through VIERA Connect are operated by their respective service providers, and service may be
discontinued either temporarily or permanently without notice. Therefore, Panasonic will make no warranty for the
content or the continuity of the services.
● Some content may be inappropriate for some viewers.
● Some content may only be available for specific countries and may be presented in specific languages.
● Depending on the connection environment, the internet connection may be slow or may not be successful.
● During the operation, audio signal is output from AV1, DIGITAL AUDIO OUT and HDMI2 (ARC function) terminals.
But no video signals are output. AV1 can output audio signal if [AV1 out] is set to [Monitor] in the Setup Menu (p. 43).
To use HDMI2 with ARC function, connect an amplifier that has ARC function (p. 93) and set to use theatre speakers
(p. 99).
● You can restrict access to VIERA Connect. [Child Lock] (p. 59)
● VIERA Connect is not available while the recording of Timer Programming, Direct TV Recording or One Touch
Recording is in progress.
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Network connections
To use only DLNA features, you need a home network environment and you can operate the features without
broadband network environment.
To use VIERA Connect features, 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 and 6 Mbps for HD picture quality, respectively. If the transfer
speed is not enough, contents may not be played back properly.
Example 1
(For DLNA and VIERA Connect)
Wireless connection
Access point
Internet environment
Hub or Router
Example 2
(For VIERA Connect)
You can connect this TV and the telecommunication equipment directly to use VIERA Connect features.
Internet environment
LAN cable (Unshielded)
Note
● Contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) telecommunications company for further assistance regarding the
network equipment.
● Confirm the terms and conditions of the contracts with your Internet Service Provider (ISP) or telecommunications
company. Depending on the contracts, additional fees may be charged or multiple connections to the internet may be
impossible.
● Turn the TV off, and then on again when changing or reconnecting the network connection.
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Network Setup
● Ensure the connections are completed before starting Network Setup.
“Network connections” (p. 83)
access
DLNA Remote Control Enables to control the TV using Windows 7 via the network [Off] / [On]
Network Link Settings
Enables to control the volume of the TV using Windows 7 via the network
DLNA Remote Volume
[Off] / [On]
Network Remote Enables to control the TV from the network equipment (smartphone, etc.)
Control∗ [Off] / [On]
DLNA Server
equipment (DLNA Certified VIERA, smartphone, etc.) [Off] / [On]
Selects whether to restrict the access to this TV for each equipment on the home
network [Auto] / [Manual]
Registration Type [Auto]: All the available equipment on the home network are accessible.
(maximum 16 equipment)
[Manual]: Sets the restrictions for each equipment in the [Remote Device List].
Remote Device List Lists the accessible equipment to this TV on the home network
∗Depending on the area, this function may not be available. For details, consult your local Panasonic dealer.
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Wired connection settings
This setting is for the network connection by using the LAN cable.
1 Select [Network Connection] and set to [Wired]
select
Connection Test
Network Connection Wired access / store
Wireless Network Settings
IP/DNS Settings
Network Link Settings
Software Update
New Software Message On
Network Status
■ [Proxy]
Sets Proxy address.
● This is the address of the relay server that is connected to the target server instead of the browser and sends data to
the browser. Setting is required if specified by the provider.
1. Select [Proxy] 2. Enter the address 3. Store
Proxy Settings Proxy
Proxy Host
Proxy Port 0
select
select
set
access ● You can set characters by using numeric
buttons.
■ [Proxy Port]
Sets Proxy port number.
● This number is also specified by the provider with the Proxy address.
1. Select [Proxy Port] 2. Move the cursor and enter the number
Proxy Settings
Proxy
Proxy Port 0
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4 Select [Connection Test] and access to test
select
Connection Test Access
access
● Performs automatic testing of the network connection for the TV. (It takes a
while to test.)
Connection Test : succeeded
Check network cable connection.
Check acquired IP address. The test is successful and the TV is connected to the network.
Check for devices using same IP address.
Check gateway connection. : failed
Check server connection.
Check the settings and connections. And then try again.
Software Update
New Software Message On To change the settings, select [No] on this screen and go to the next step.
Network Status
● To search access points again ● For the information of the ● To set manually (p. 87)
highlighted access point
(blue) (yellow)
Encryption key
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5 Enter the encryption key of the access point
Wireless Network Settings Set characters Store
Encryption key
select
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T
U V W X Y Z 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ! : #
a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t set
u v w x y z ( ) + - . * _ @ / “ ‘ % & ?
, ; = $ [ ] ~ < > { } | ` ^ \ ● You can set characters by using numeric buttons.
● After settings, return to the previous menu.
■ [WPS(PIN)]
Enter the PIN code to the access point, and then select [Connect]
WPS(PIN)
Please register the following PIN codes on the
wireless access point.
■ [Manual]
WPA2-PSK
WPA-PSK
Shared key
Open
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Using DLNA® features
● Ensure the preparation of the media server, network connections and network settings are completed. (p. 81 - 87)
SERVER1
SERVER2
SERVER3
DIGA
access
Select
EXIT Available media servers
RETURN
● For the operations to access the other TV, select a name or MAC Address of the
other TV from this list.
● To display the information of the highlighted media server
Slideshow
Option Menu Info 28 before selecting the file.
● To display the information of the highlighted file
Using Network Services (DLNA / VIERA Connect)
Note
● Non-playable files are also listed but cannot be selected.
● You can use the following buttons during playback. Confirm the code of the remote control is “73” (p. 30).
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[Slideshow] - Slideshow completes when all photos are viewed within the list.
1 Select the photo file from the list for the first view 2 Start Slideshow
(red)
● To display / hide the operation guide ● To pause (return to Single view) ● To return to list
All
● For details, read the manual of the DIGA Recorder.
Not Viewed Movie Social/Economy Sports Video (AVCHD)
OK Page 005/005
RETURN OPTION
Select Delete Title
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Option menu for each content
Setup the settings for Photo, Video and Music file operations on this TV.
1 Display the 2 Select [Slideshow Settings], [Video Setup] 3 Select the items and set
option menu or [Music Setup] select
Option Menu
Slideshow Settings access / store
Video Setup
Music Setup
select
access
[Slide]: The next photo slides and appears from the left side.
Transition Effect
[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.
[Random]: Each transition is selected at random.
Selects slideshow interval [5] / [10] / [15] / [30] / [60] / [90] / [120] (seconds)
Interval
● This function is not available when [Transition Effect] is set to [Motion].
Sets to start the preview of the title or scene in the thumbnail screen [Off] / [On]
Video Preview ● Image may not be displayed for an instant in the thumbnail screen. Set the
preview [Off] to resolve this.
Using Network Services (DLNA / VIERA Connect)
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Audio output settings (for video contents)
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 (p. 77)
1 Display the menu and Select [Sound] 2 Select [SPDIF Selection] and set
2/2
Sound SPDIF Selection Auto
Reset to Defaults Reset
select
select
access
access / store
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Link Functions (Q-Link / VIERA Link)
Q-Link connects the TV and DVD Recorder / VCR, and enables easy recording, playback, etc. (p. 94)
VIERA Link (HDAVI Control™) connects the TV and the equipment with VIERA Link function, and enables easy control,
convenient recording, playback, energy saving, creating home theatre, etc., without complicated setting.
(p. 95 - 99)
You can use Q-Link and VIERA Link functions together.
● This TV supports “HDAVI Control 5” function. But available features are depending on the connected equipment’s
version of HDAVI Control. Please read the manual of the equipment to confirm the version.
● VIERA Link features may be available even with other manufacturers’ equipment supporting HDMI CEC.
–
consumption in Standby
Auto standby for unnecessary ∗3 ∗3 –
equipment
Pause Live TV programme ∗2 ∗4 – –
Direct TV Recording ∗2 – –
Control the menu of the connected ∗1 ∗1 ∗1
equipment by VIERA remote control
Speaker control – – –
Connection
DIGA Recorder / DVD Player /
Blu-ray Disc Player /
HDMI cable HD Video Camera / LUMIX Camera
with VIERA Link function
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VIERA Link (HDMI and Audio out connections)
Connected equipment Blu-ray Disc theatre
Player theatre with Amplifier with
with VIERA Link
VIERA Link function VIERA Link function
Features function
Preset download – – –
Easy playback ∗6 ∗6 –
Power on link –
Power off link
Reduce unnecessary power ∗3
– –
consumption in Standby
Auto standby for unnecessary ∗3 ∗7 ∗3 ∗7 ∗3
equipment
Pause Live TV programme – – –
Direct TV Recording – – –
Control the menu of the connected ∗1 ∗1 –
equipment by VIERA remote control
Speaker control
VIERA Link Control of compatible equipment [VIERA Link Control] (p. 97)
● Table below displays 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.
Type of the equipment Maximum number
Recorder (DIGA Recorder, etc.) 3
Player (DVD Player, Blu-ray Disc Player, HD Video Camera, LUMIX Camera, Digital Camera,
3
Player theatre, Blu-ray Disc theatre, etc.)
Audio system (Player theatre, Blu-ray Disc theatre, Amplifier, etc.) 1
Tuner (Set top box, etc.) 4
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Q-Link
Preparations
● Connect the DVD Recorder / VCR with the following logos:
“Q-Link”, “NEXTVIEWLINK”, “DATA LOGIC (a trademark of Metz Corporation)”, “Easy Link (a trademark of Philips
Corporation)”, “Megalogic (a trademark of Grundig Corporation)”, “SMARTLINK (a trademark of Sony Corporation)”
● Q-Link connection (p. 92)
● Use fully wired SCART cable.
● Set up the DVD Recorder / VCR. Read the manual of the recorder.
● Q-Link terminal setup in the Setup Menu [AV1 out] (p. 43)
● Download preset - channel, language and country / region settings “Preset download” (see below)
Features available
Preset download
Channel, language and country settings can be downloaded to the recorder.
● DVB-S and DVB-C channel settings cannot be downloaded.
● To download settings
[Download] (p. 43), [Auto Setup] (p. 15, 16, 48)
■ To stop recording
Unlock the tuner
Tuner Locked
Press EXIT to unlock and stop recording
Note
● Some recorders are not applicable. Read the manual of the recorder.
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VIERA Link “ ”∗
∗Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with Panasonic products which have “HDAVI Control” function.
This TV supports “HDAVI Control 5” function.
Connections to the equipment (DIGA Recorder, HD Video Camera, Player theatre, Amplifier, etc.) with HDMI and
SCART cables allow you to interface them automatically (p. 92, 93).
These features are limited to models incorporating “HDAVI Control” and “VIERA Link”.
● Some functions are not available depending on the equipment’s version of HDAVI Control. Confirm the connected
equipment’s version of HDAVI Control.
● VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”, based on the control functions provided by HDMI which is an industry standard known
as HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control), is a unique function that we have developed and added.
As such, its operation with other manufacturers’ equipment that supports HDMI CEC cannot be guaranteed.
● Please refer to individual manuals for other manufacturers’ equipment supporting VIERA Link function.
● About applicable Panasonic equipment, consult your local Panasonic dealer.
Preparations
● Connect the equipment supporting VIERA Link.
● VIERA Link connection (p. 92, 93)
● Use fully wired HDMI compliant cable. Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilised.
Recommended Panasonic’s HDMI cable part number:
• RP-CDHS15 (1.5 m) • RP-CDHS30 (3.0 m) • RP-CDHS50 (5.0 m)
● Use fully wired SCART cable.
● Set up the connected equipment. Read the manual of the equipment.
● For optimal recording, the settings of the recorder may need to be changed. For details, read the manual of the
recorder.
● Download preset - channel, language and country / region settings “Preset download” (see below)
● Set [VIERA Link] to [On] in the Setup Menu. [VIERA Link] (p. 43)
● Set up the TV.
After connection, turn the equipment on and then switch the TV on.
Select the input mode from HDMI1, HDMI2, HDMI3 or HDMI4 (p. 29), and make sure that an image is displayed
correctly.
This setup should be done each time when the following conditions occur:
• for the first time
• when adding or reconnecting equipment
• when changing setup
Features available
Easy playback
Automatic input switching - When the connected equipment is operated, input mode is switched automatically. When it
is stopped operating, input mode is returned.
Power on link
Set Power on Link [On] in the Setup Menu to use this function [Power on Link] (p. 43)
When the connected equipment starts playback or direct navigator / function menu for the equipment are activated, the
TV is automatically turned on. (Only when the TV is in Standby mode.)
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Reduce unnecessary power consumption in Standby [Standby Power Save]
Set Standby Power Save [On] in the Setup Menu to use this function [Standby Power Save] (p. 43)
The power consumption in Standby mode of the connected equipment is controlled higher or lower in synchronisation
with the TV on / off state to reduce the consumption.
When the TV is set to Standby mode, the connected equipment is automatically set to Standby and the power
consumption of the connected equipment is automatically minimised.
When the TV is turned on, the connected equipment is still in Standby mode, but the power consumption is increased
to make startup time fast.
● This function is effective if the connected equipment can change the power consumption in Standby mode and is set
to higher consumption.
● This function works when [Power off Link] is set to [On].
Direct TV Recording - What you see is What you record [Direct TV Rec]
Records the current programme in the DIGA Recorder immediately.
● If you connect a variety of recorders including other manufacturers’ recorders at the same time, connect the DIGA
Recorder to the TV’s lower HDMI terminal number. For example, if you use HDMI1 and HDMI2 for two recorders,
connect the DIGA Recorder to HDMI1.
● If you cannot operate, check the settings and the equipment.
“Summary of Q-Link and VIERA Link features” (p. 92, 93), “Preparations” (p. 95)
● To record the programme which DIGA Recorder does not support, SCART connection is required and the programme
is recorded by Q-Link function (p. 94).
● Depending on the programme, SCART connection may be required to record.
● You can change channel or turn the TV off while the recorder is recording from its own tuner.
Link Functions (Q-Link / VIERA Link)
● You can not change channel while the recorder is recording from the TV tuner.
■ To stop recording
Select [Stop] in [Direct TV Rec]
VIERA Link Menu select
Pause Live TV Start
Direct TV Rec Stop access / stop
VIERA Link Control Recorder
Speaker Selection Home Cinema
Tuner Locked
Press EXIT to unlock and stop recording
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Pause Live TV programme [Pause Live TV]
You can pause the current TV programme and resume later.
The current TV programme will be recorded on HDD of the connected DIGA Recorder.
● This function is available with a DIGA Recorder which has HDD.
● If you connect a variety of recorders including other manufacturers’ recorders at the same time, connect the DIGA
Recorder which has HDD to the TV’s lower HDMI terminal number. For example, if you use HDMI1 and HDMI2 for
two recorders, connect the DIGA Recorder which has HDD to HDMI1.
● If you cannot operate, check the settings and the equipment.
“Summary of Q-Link and VIERA Link features” (p. 92, 93), “Preparations” (p. 95)
Playback
Search forward
Stop
● If you stop playback, the recorded
programme will be deleted from
● If you stop playback or cancel pause, the recorded programme will be deleted from HDD.
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2 Select [VIERA Link Control]
VIERA Link Menu select
Pause Live TV Start
Direct TV Rec Start access
VIERA Link Control Recorder
Speaker Selection Home Cinema
[Recorder] / [Player] / [Home Cinema] / [Video Camera] / [LUMIX] / [Digital Camera] / [Other]
If other manufacturers’ equipment is accessed, Setup / Contents Selection menu may be displayed.
● Available VIERA remote control buttons depend on the connected equipment.
Link Functions (Q-Link / VIERA Link)
Note
● Some operations may not be available depending on the equipment. In this case use its own remote control to
operate the equipment.
[Recorder1-3 / Player1-3]
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Speaker control [Speaker Selection]
You can control the theatre speaker with this TV remote control pointing at the TV’s signal receiver.
● If you cannot operate, check the settings and the equipment.
“Summary of Q-Link and VIERA Link features” (p. 92, 93), “Preparations” (p. 95)
store
[Home Cinema]:
The sound is from theatre speakers. Player theatre, Blu-ray Disc theatre or Amplifier will be automatically turned
on if it is in Standby mode.
● Volume up / down
● Mute
[TV]:
TV speakers are active.
Multi-channel sound
If you want to enjoy the multi-channel sound (e.g. Dolby Digital 5.1ch) via an Amplifier, connect it with HDMI cable and
Optical digital audio cable (p. 93), and then select [Home Cinema]. If your Amplifier has “HDAVI Control 5” function,
you only need to connect it with HDMI cable to the TV’s HDMI2 terminal.
To enjoy the sound from the DIGA Recorder in multi-channel sound, connect an HDMI cable from the DIGA Recorder
to the Amplifier (p. 93).
Note
● These functions may not work properly depending on the connected equipment.
● Image or sound may not be available for the first few seconds when input mode is switched.
● “HDAVI Control 5” is the newest standard (as of November, 2011) for HDAVI Control compatible equipment. This
standard is compatible with conventional HDAVI equipment.
● To confirm this TV’s version of HDAVI Control [System Information] (p. 46)
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External Equipment
These diagrams show our recommendations for connection of your TV to various pieces of equipment.
For other connections, consult the instructions for each piece of equipment, the basic connection (p. 12 - 14), the table
(p. 102), and the specifications (p. 118, 119).
● Check the type of terminals and cable plugs are correct when connecting.
● To use the specific devices supporting Bluetooth wireless technology “Bluetooth Setup” (p. 109)
To watch DVDs
(Listening)
DVD Player
(Viewing)
AV2
(COMPONENT / VIDEO)
adaptor (supplied)
USB devices
USB cable
Rear of the TV USB HDD
Communication
Camera
HDMI equipment
External Equipment
Recorder / Player
Camcorder
● HDMI connection (p. 108)
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To listen with speakers
Headphones
Less than
10 cm
(M3 stereo
mini plug)
Ferrite core - Small size (supplied)
Installing the Ferrite core
External Equipment
● To adjust volume
[Headphone Volume] (p. 41)
(Listening)
Camcorder
(Viewing)
AV2 Game equipment
(COMPONENT / VIDEO)
adaptor (supplied)
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Types of connectable equipment to each terminal
Terminal
AV2∗1
AUDIO OUT
ETHERNET
COMPONENT
HDMI 1 - 4
USB 1 - 3
DIGITAL
AV1∗1
VIDEO
Features
VIERA Link
(with HDMI)
Direct TV Recording
External Equipment
: Recommended Connection
∗1: To connect the equipment, the terminal adaptor (supplied) is necessary.
∗2: Use HDMI1 for automatic input switching.
∗3: Use HDMI2 for connecting an amplifier. This connection is applicable when using an amplifier that has ARC (Audio
Return Channel) function.
∗4: Use USB 2 port for connecting the Communication Camera.
∗5: Use USB 1 port for connecting the USB HDD.
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Technical Information
Auto Aspect
The optimum size and aspect can be chosen automatically, and you can enjoy finer images. (p. 23)
■ Aspect Control Signal
[WIDE] will appear in the top left of the screen if a Widescreen signal (WSS) or a Control signal through SCART / HDMI
terminal is found.
The aspect will switch to the appropriate 16:9 or 14:9 widescreen ratio.
This function will work in any aspect mode.
■ Auto mode
Auto mode determines the best aspect ratio to fill the screen using a four step process (WSS, Control signal through
SCART / HDMI terminal, Letterbox detection or Justify to fill the screen).
This process may take several minutes, depending on the darkness of the image.
Letterbox detection:
If black bands at the top and bottom of the screen are detected, Auto mode chooses the best ratio and expands the
image to fill the screen.
If no aspect signals are detected, Auto mode enhances the image for optimum viewing pleasure.
Note
● The ratio varies depending on the programme, etc. If the ratio is out of the standard 16:9, black bands at the top and
bottom of the screen may appear.
● If the screen size looks unusual when a widescreen-recorded programme is played back on a VCR, adjust the
tracking of the VCR. Read the manual of the VCR.
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Supported file format in Media Player and media servers
■ Photo
Image resolution
Format File extension Details / Restrictions
(pixel)
.jpg 8×8 DCF and EXIF standards
JPEG .jpeg to Sub-sampling: 4:4:4, 4:2:2, 4:2:0
.mpo 30,719 × 17,279 ● Progressive JPEG is not supported.
■ Video
Container File extension Video codec Audio codec Details / Restrictions
AVCHD Standard Ver. 2.0
(AVCHD 3D, AVCHD Progressive)
AVCHD .mts H.264 Dolby Digital
● The data may not be available if a folder
structure on the device is modified.
SD-Video Standard Ver. 1.31
MPEG1 Dolby Digital (Entertainment Video Profile)
SD-Video .mod
MPEG2 MPEG Audio ● The data may not be available if a folder
structure on the device is modified.
AAC ● This TV supports Motion JPEG
DivX3 DivX4 Dolby Digital recorded by Panasonic LUMIX
DivX5 DivX6 Dolby Digital Camera∗1.
H.264 BP/MP/HP Plus ● This TV is not available for playing back
.mov Motion JPEG with the media server.
MOV Motion JPEG DTS core
.qt
MPEG1 HE-AAC ∗1: Some products of before the year
MPEG2 LPCM 2004 may not be available. The
MPEG4 SP/ASP MPEG Audio compatibility with future products is
MP3 not guaranteed.
AAC
ADPCM
DivX3 DivX4
Dolby Digital
DivX5 DivX6
Dolby Digital
H.264 BP/MP/HP Plus
MPEG1 DTS core
.avi
AVI MPEG2
.divx HE-AAC
MPEG4 SP/ASP LPCM
VC-1 MPEG Audio ● Certified to play DivX Plus HD video file
Windows Media MP3 in Media Player
Video Ver. 9 For details of DivX (p. 106)
WMA
● Some subtitles or chapter functions may
WMA Pro
not be available.
Technical Information
AAC
DivX3 DivX4 Dolby Digital
DivX5 DivX6 Dolby Digital
H.264 BP/MP/HP Plus
MKV .mkv
MPEG1 DTS core
MPEG2 HE-AAC
MPEG4 SP/ASP MPEG Audio
MP3
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Container File extension Video codec Audio codec Details / Restrictions
AAC
Dolby Digital
DivX3 DivX4
Dolby Digital
DivX5 DivX6 Plus
.asf MPEG4 SP/ASP ● Copy-protected files cannot be played
ASF HE-AAC
.wmv VC-1 back.
LPCM
Windows Media MP3
Video Ver. 9
WMA
WMA Pro
AAC
DivX3 DivX4
Dolby Digital
DivX5 DivX6
.f4v Dolby Digital ● This TV supports this container
H.264 BP/MP/HP
MP4 .m4v Plus recorded by Panasonic products. For
MPEG1 details, read the manual of the products.
.mp4 HE-AAC
MPEG2
MPEG Audio
MPEG4 SP/ASP
MP3
AAC
FLV .flv H.264 –
MP3
.3gp H.264 AAC
3GPP –
.3g2 MPEG4 SP/ASP HE-AAC
AAC∗2
Dolby Digital
.mpg H.264∗2 Dolby Digital
.mpeg MPEG1 Plus∗2 ∗2: This codec can be played back only in
PS
.vob MPEG2 HE-AAC∗2 Media Player.
.vro VC-1∗2 LPCM
MPEG Audio
MP3∗2
AAC
Dolby Digital
.m2ts H.264 Dolby Digital
.tp MPEG1 Plus ∗3: This codec can be played back only in
TS
.trp MPEG2 DTS core∗3 Media Player.
.ts VC-1∗3 HE-AAC
MPEG Audio
MP3∗3
■ Music
Codec File extension Restrictions
Technical Information
MP3 .mp3 –
FLAC .flac –
Note
● Some files may not be played back even if they fulfil these conditions.
● Do not use two-byte characters or other special codes for data.
● The device may become unusable with this TV if the file or folder names are changed.
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DivX
DivX Certified® to play DivX® and DivX Plus® HD (H.264/MKV) video up to 1080p HD including premium content.
ABOUT DIVX VIDEO:
DivX® is a digital video format created by DivX, LLC, a subsidiary of Rovi Corporation. This is an official DivX Certified®
device that plays DivX video. Visit divx.com for more information and software tools to convert your files into DivX
videos.
■ Regarding DivX content that can only be played a set number of times
Some DivX VOD content can only be played a set number of times.
When you play this content, the remaining number of plays is displayed. You cannot play this content when the number
of remaining plays is zero. ([This DivX rental has expired.] is displayed.)
● When playing this content, the number of remaining plays is reduced by one in the following conditions:
• If you exit the current application.
• If you play the other content.
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Devices for recording or playing back
■ SD Card 2.1 mm
Card format:
SDXC Card - exFAT
SDHC Card / SD Card - FAT16 or FAT32
Compliant card type (maximum capacity):
32 mm
SDXC Card (64 GB), SDHC Card (32 GB), SD Card (2 GB), miniSD Card (2 GB) (requiring
miniSD adaptor)
● If miniSD Card is used, insert / remove it together with the adaptor.
● Check the latest information on the card type at the following website. (English only)
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/tv/ 24 mm
● Use an SD Card which meets SD standards. If not, it may cause the TV to malfunction.
■ USB HDD (for recording the digital TV programmes with this TV and playing back in Media Player)
The capacity of USB HDD that has been tested for the performance with this TV is from 160 GB to 3 TB.
● Connect the USB HDD to the socket outlet to record and play back properly with this TV.
● Use the USB HDD formatted with this TV. (p. 66)
● Regarding the performance, not all USB HDDs are guaranteed. Check the USB HDDs that have been tested for the
performance with this TV at the following website. (English only)
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/tv/
Note
● Data modified with a PC may not be displayed.
● Do not remove the device while the TV is accessing data. Otherwise this can damage device or TV.
● Do not touch the pins on the device.
● Do not subject the device to a high pressure or impact.
● Insert the device in the correct direction. Otherwise this can damage device or TV.
● Electrical interference, static electricity, or erroneous operation may damage the data or device.
● Back up the recorded data at regular intervals in case of deteriorated or damaged data or erratic operation of the TV.
Panasonic is not liable for any deterioration or damage of recorded data.
● These recording times are approximate for the continuous recording. Actual recording time may be different.
● The recording time of [DR] mode may change depending on the bit-rate of the broadcast.
● Depending on the broadcast (for example when the bit-rate is low), the recording time may not increase even if in
[LT1] / [LT2] mode.
● Only the selected subtitle and multi audio are recorded in [LT1] / [LT2] mode.
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HDMI connection
HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) is the world’s first complete digital consumer AV interface complying with a
non-compression standard.
HDMI allows you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality sound by connecting the TV and the
equipment.
HDMI-compatible equipment∗1 with an HDMI or DVI output terminal, such as a DVD player, a set top box or game
equipment, can be connected to the HDMI terminal using an HDMI compliant (fully wired) cable.
For more information about connections (p. 13, 100)
■ DVI connection
If the external equipment has only a DVI output, connect to the HDMI terminal via a DVI to HDMI adaptor cable∗3.
When the DVI to HDMI adaptor cable is used, connect the audio cable to AUDIO terminal with the supplied AV2
(COMPONENT / VIDEO) adaptor.
Note
● Audio settings can be made on [HDMI1 / 2 / 3 / 4 Input] in the Sound Menu. (p. 42)
● If the connected equipment has an aspect adjustment function, set the aspect ratio to “16:9”.
● These HDMI connectors are “type A”.
● 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.
∗1: The HDMI logo is displayed on HDMI-compliant equipment.
∗2: Audio Return Channel (ARC) is a function to send digital sound signals via an HDMI cable.
∗3: Enquire at your local digital equipment retailer shop.
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USB connection
● It is recommended to connect the USB HDD, USB Flash Memory or Communication Camera to the TV’s USB ports
directly.
● Some USB devices or USB HUB may not be used with this TV.
● You cannot connect any devices by using USB card reader.
● You cannot use two or more same kind of USB devices simultaneously except USB Flash Memory or USB HDD.
● Additional information for the devices may be on the following website. (English only)
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/tv/
Bluetooth Setup
You can use Bluetooth keyboards∗1 and Bluetooth audio devices∗2 (headphones, etc.) with this TV by setting
[Bluetooth Setup] in the Setup Menu (p. 43).
∗1: HID (Human Interface Device Profile) compliant keyboards are available.
∗2: A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) compliant audio devices are available.
Devices
[Connected]:
Setup
The device is registered and you can use with this TV.
[Not connected]:
The device is already registered, but not connected to this TV. Check the device
is turned on and the available range.
Adjusts the delay time if the sound of the audio device does not synchronise the
Bluetooth Audio image
Settings ● This function is available only for the Bluetooth audio devices.
● Set [Lip Sync] to [On] and adjust in [Lip Sync Adjustment].
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Operations from Keyboard / Gamepad
■ USB Keyboard / Bluetooth Keyboard
● The Keyboard requiring its driver is not supported.
● To change the language type [Keyboard Layout] (p. 46)
● Characters may not be displayed correctly on the TV screen depending on the connected keyboard or the keyboard
layout setting.
● Some of the keys of keyboards may correspond to the operation of the remote control.
■ USB Gamepad
● Check the gamepads that have been tested for the performance with this TV at the following website. (English only)
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/tv/
● Some of the keys of gamepads correspond to the operation of the remote control.
Example:
Remote Control Remote Control
1 2
1 Volume Up / Down 7 VIERA TOOLS
Select Start 3
4 2 Channel Up / Down 8 EXIT
5
3 GUIDE
9 INPUT (AV)
4 OK
11 10 9 8 7 6
5 BACK/RETURN 10 MENU
6 INTERNET 11 Cursor buttons
u v w x y z ( ) + - . * _
abc2ABC pqrs7PQRS
def3DEF tuv8TUV
ghi4GHI wxyz9WXYZ
jkl5JKL Space 0
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Input signal that can be displayed
■ COMPONENT (Y, PB, PR) (from AV2 terminal), 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
: Applicable input signal
■ PC (from HDMI terminal)
Signal name Horizontal frequency (kHz) Vertical frequency (Hz)
640 × 480 @60 Hz 31.47 60.00
1,280 × 720 @60 Hz 45.00 60.00
1,920 × 1,080 @60 Hz 67.50 60.00
Applicable input signal for PC is basically compatible to HDMI standard timing.
Note
● Signals other than above may not be displayed properly.
● The above signals are reformatted for optimal viewing on your display.
● PC signal is magnified or compressed for display, so that it may not show fine detail with sufficient clarity.
Socket Earth 21
20 CVBS in (video)
CVBS out (video) 19
18 RGB status earth
CVBS earth 17
16 Status RGB
Red in 15
14 Earth
Red earth 13
12 --
Green in 11
10 Q-Link data
Green earth 9
8 Status CVBS
Blue in 7
6 Audio in (L)
Blue earth 5
4 Audio earth
Audio out (L) 3
2 Audio in (R)
Audio out (R) 1
HDMI terminal
Hot Plug Detect 19 18 +5V Power
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FAQs
Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to resolve the problem.
If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance.
Block noise, frozen or disappearing image occurs in DVB mode / White spots or shadow image (ghosting)
occurs in Analogue mode / Some channels cannot be tuned
● Check the position, direction and connection of the aerial or dish.
● Check [Signal Condition] (p. 55). If [Signal Quality] is displayed in red, the DVB signal is weak.
● 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 signals may be relatively low in some
cases, despite good reception of analogue channels.
● Turn the TV off with the Mains power On / Off switch, and then on again.
● If problem persists, consult your local dealer or service provider for the availability of services.
DVB-S Auto Setup cannot be done completely
● Check connections and dish alignment. (p. 49)
● If the problem persists, consult your local dealer.
No programmes shown on TV Guide
● Check the digital transmitter.
● Adjust the direction of the aerial or dish to another transmitter installed nearby.
● Check the analogue broadcast. If the image quality is poor, check the aerial and consult your local dealer.
Neither image nor sound is produced
● Check the TV is turned on.
● Check the mains lead is plugged into the TV and the socket outlet.
● Check the TV is in AV mode.
● Check the correct input mode is selected.
● Check the Picture Menu (p. 38 - 40) and volume.
● Check all required cables and connections are firmly in place.
Auto aspect
● Auto aspect is designed to provide you with the best ratio to fill the screen. (p. 103)
● Press the ASPECT button if you want to change the aspect ratio manually. (p. 23)
Black and white picture
● Check that the output of the external equipment matches the input of the TV.
When connecting with SCART, ensure the output setting of the external equipment is not S-Video.
Q-Link function does not work
● Confirm SCART cable and connection.
Also set [AV1 out] in the Setup Menu. (p. 43)
[VIERA Link] function does not work and an error message appears
● Confirm the connection. (p. 92, 93)
● Turn the connected equipment on and then switch the TV on. (p. 95)
Recording does not start immediately
● Check the settings of the recorder. For details, read the manual of the recorder.
The screen becomes dim
● This occurs when the contrast is lowered automatically to avoid image retention in the following conditions without
any user operation for a few minutes:
• No signal in DVB or AV mode
• Selected locked channel
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Problem Causes / Actions
● Set [P-NR] in the Picture Menu to remove noise. (p. 39)
Chaotic image, noisy
● Check nearby electrical products (car, motorcycle, fluorescent lamp).
Unusual image is ● Turn the TV off with Mains power On / Off switch, then turn it on again.
displayed ● If the problem persists, initialise all settings. [Shipping Condition] (p. 62)
Unusual sound from the ● When power is on, drive noise may be heard from inside the TV (not a sign of
TV faulty operation).
● Has the 3D Eyewear been switched on, set to 3D mode and registered with
this TV? For details, read the manual of the 3D Eyewear.
● Check the remaining battery level of the 3D Eyewear. (Battery status is
displayed on the screen when the 3D Eyewear is turned on.)
● Does the 3D Eyewear support Bluetooth wireless technology? (p. 32)
● Ensure that [3D Mode Selection] is set to [3D]. (p. 33)
● Some 3D image signals may not be automatically recognised as 3D images.
Cannot view 3D images
Set [3D Mode Selection (Manual)] to match the picture format. (p. 34)
● Use the 3D Eyewear within approximately 3.2 m from the TV.
● Check that there are no obstacles between the TV and the 3D Eyewear.
● For some people, the 3D images may be difficult to see, or cannot be seen,
especially in users who have a different level of eyesight between the left and
right eyes. Take the necessary steps (wearing glasses etc.) to correct your
3D
● Check the [HDMI1 / 2 / 3 / 4 Input] setting in the Sound Menu. (p. 42)
Sound is unusual
● If digital sound connection has a problem, select analogue sound connection.
(p. 108)
HDMI
Pictures from external ● Check the HDMI cable is connected properly. (p. 100)
equipment are unusual ● Turn the TV and equipment off, then turn them on again.
when the equipment is ● Check an input signal from the equipment. (p. 111)
connected via HDMI ● Use equipment compliant with EIA/CEA-861/861D.
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Problem Causes / Actions
● Check the LAN cable or wireless LAN is connected properly. (p. 83)
● Check the connections and settings. (p. 83 - 87)
● Check the network equipment and network environment.
● The router may not be set to issue IP address automatically. If the network
Cannot connect to the administrator prefers to allocate an IP address, set an IP address manually.
network (p. 85)
● The router may be using MAC address filtering (security setting).
Confirm the MAC Address of this TV (p. 42) and set the router to use it.
Network
The TV does not switch on ● Check the mains lead is plugged into the TV and the socket outlet.
● Even when the temperature of parts of the front, top and rear panels has risen,
Parts of the TV become
these temperature rises do not cause any problems in terms of performance or
hot
quality.
Other
Permanently lit spots on ● Due to production process involved in this technology this may result in some
screen pixels which are permanently lit or unlit. This is not a malfunction.
● The connected USB device might cause this error. Remove the device and turn
Overcurrent error
the TV off with Mains power On / Off switch, then turn it on again.
message appears
● Check foreign objects are not inside the USB port.
service centre.
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Maintenance
First, remove the mains plug from the socket outlet.
Display panel, Cabinet, Pedestal
Regular care: For stubborn dirt:
Gently wipe the surface of the display panel, First clean the dust on the surface. Dampen a soft cloth with
cabinet, or pedestal by using a soft cloth to clean the clean water or diluted neutral detergent (1 part detergent to 100
dirt or fingerprints. parts water). Wring the cloth and wipe the surface. Finally, wipe
away all the moisture.
Caution
● Do not use a hard cloth or rub the surface too hard, otherwise this may cause scratches on the surface.
● Take care not to subject the TV’s surfaces to water or detergent. Liquid inside the TV could lead to product failure.
● Take care not to subject the surfaces to insect repellent, solvent, thinner or other volatile substances. This may
degrade surface quality or cause peeling of the paint.
● The surface of the display panel is specially treated and may be easily damaged. Take care not to tap or scratch the
surface with your fingernail or other hard objects.
● Do not allow the cabinet and pedestal to make contact with a rubber or PVC substance for a long time. This may
degrade surface quality.
Mains plug
Wipe the mains plug with a dry cloth at regular intervals. Moisture and dust may lead to fire or electrical shock.
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Licence
Even if no special notation has been made of company or product trademarks, these trademarks have been fully
respected.
● DVB and the DVB logos are trademarks of the DVB Project.
● DiSEqC™ is a trademark of EUTELSAT.
● THX and the THX Logo are trademarks of THX Ltd., which may be registered in some jurisdictions. All rights
reserved.
● “RealD 3D” is a trademark of RealD.
● “Full HD 3D Glasses™” logo and “Full HD 3D Glasses™” word are trademark of Full HD 3D Glasses Initiative.
● 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.
● “AVCHD”, “AVCHD 3D” and “AVCHD Progressive” are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation.
● DivX®, DivX Certified®, DivX Plus® HD and associated logos are trademarks of Rovi Corporation or its subsidiaries
and are used under license.
● QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Inc., used under license
therefrom.
● VIERA Connect is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation.
● Skype is a trade mark of Skype Limited.
● DLNA®, the DLNA Logo and DLNA CERTIFIED™ are trademarks, service marks, or certification marks of the Digital
Living Network Alliance.
● Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries.
● 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.
● x.v.Colour™ is a trademark.
● 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.
● Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent Nos: 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 6,487,535 & other U.S. and worldwide
patents issued & pending. DTS, the Symbol, & DTS and the Symbol together are registered trademarks & DTS
2.0+Digital Out is a trademark of DTS, Inc. Product includes software. © DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
● GUIDE Plus+, Rovi and Rovi Guide are trademarks of Rovi Corporation and/or its subsidiaries.
The GUIDE Plus+ and the Rovi Guide system are manufactured under license from Rovi Corporation and/or its
subsidiaries.
The Rovi Guide system is protected by patents and patent applications filed in the US, Europe, and
other countries including one or more of the United States patents 6,396,546; 5,940,073; 6,239,794
issued to Rovi Corporation and/or its subsidiaries.
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This product incorporates the following software or technology:
(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 based in part on the work of the Independent JPEG Group,
(4) the software developed by the FreeType Project,
(5) the software licensed under the GNU LESSER GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE (LGPL) and/or,
(6) open sourced software other than the software licensed under the LGPL.
(7) “PlayReady”(digital right management technology) licensed by Microsoft Corporation or its affiliates.
For the software categorized as (5), please refer to the terms and conditions of LGPL, as the case may be at
http://www.gnu.org/licenses/old-licenses/lgpl-2.1.html
In addition, the software categorized as (5) are copyrighted by several individuals.
Please refer to the copyright notice of those individuals at http://www.am-linux.jp/dl/EUIDTV12/
The LGPL software is distributed in the hope that it will be useful, but WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY, without even the
implied warranty of MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
At least three (3) years from delivery of products, Panasonic will give to any third party who contact us at the contact
information provided below, for a charge no more than our cost of physically performing source code distribution, a
complete machine-readable copy of the corresponding source code covered under LGPL.
Contact Information
cdrequest@am-linux.jp
Source code covered under LGPL is also freely available to you and any other member of the public via our website
below.
http://www.am-linux.jp/dl/EUIDTV12/
For the software categorized as (5) and (6), please refer to the applicable license terms included in the “Setup” menu
on product.
Further, for PlayReady categorized as (7), please be aware of the following.
(a) This product contains technology subject to certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft. Use or distribution of this
technology outside of this product is prohibited without the appropriate license(s) from Microsoft.
(b) Content owners use Microsoft PlayReady™ content access technology to protect their intellectual property,
including copyrighted content. This device uses PlayReady technology to access PlayReady-protected content and/or
WMDRM-protected content. If the device fails to properly enforce restrictions on content usage, content owners may
require Microsoft to revoke the device’s ability to consume PlayReady-protected content. Revocation should not affect
unprotected content or content protected by other content access technologies.
Content owners may require you to upgrade PlayReady to access their content.
If you decline an upgrade, you will not be able to access content that requires the upgrade.
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Specifications
■ Product fiche
Manufacturer Panasonic Corporation
Model No. TX-P42GT50E TX-P50GT50E
Energy efficiency class C C
Visible screen size
107 cm / 42 inches 127 cm / 50 inches
(diagonal)
On mode average power
137 W 185 W
consumption
Annual energy
200 kWh 270 kWh
consumption∗1
Rated power consumption 325 W 400 W
Standby power
0.30 W
consumption∗2
Off mode power
0.25 W
consumption
Display resolution 1,920 (W) × 1,080 (H)
■ Other information
Model No. TX-P42GT50E TX-P50GT50E
Power source AC 220-240 V, 50 / 60 Hz
Panel Plasma panel
993 mm × 653 mm × 320 mm 1,170 mm × 754 mm × 335 mm
Dimensions (W × H × D) (With Pedestal) (With Pedestal)
993 mm × 603 mm × 47 mm (TV only) 1,170 mm × 704 mm × 47 mm (TV only)
Audio output 18 W (4 W + 4 W + 10 W)
Headphones M3 (3.5 mm) stereo mini Jack × 1
VHF E2 - E12 VHF H1 - H2 (ITALY)
PAL B, G, H, I,
VHF A - H (ITALY) UHF E21 - E69
SECAM B, G,
CATV (S01 - S05) CATV S1 - S10 (M1 - M10)
SECAM L, L’
CATV S11 - S20 (U1 - U10) CATV S21 - S41 (Hyperband)
PAL D, K, VHF R1 - R2 VHF R3 - R5
SECAM D, K VHF R6 - R12 UHF E21 - E69
PAL 525/60 Playback of NTSC tape from some PAL Video recorders (VCR)
Receiving systems / M.NTSC Playback from M.NTSC Video recorders (VCR)
Band name NTSC
Playback from NTSC Video recorders (VCR)
(AV input only)
Check the latest information DVB-T Digital terrestrial services (MPEG2 and MPEG4-AVC(H.264))
on the available services at
Specifications
the following website. DVB-C Digital cable services (MPEG2 and MPEG4-AVC(H.264))
(English only) Digital satellite services (MPEG2 and MPEG4-AVC(H.264))
http://panasonic.jp/support/ Receiver frequency range - 950 MHz to 2,150 MHz
global/cs/tv/
LNB Power and Polarisation - Vertical: +13 V /
Horizontal: +18 V / Current: Max. 500 mA (overload protection)
22 kHz Tone - Frequency: 22 kHz ± 2 kHz / Amplitude: 0.6 V ±
DVB-S / S2 0.2 V
Symbol Rate - Max. 30 MS/s
FEC Mode - 1/2, 3/5, 2/3, 3/4, 4/5, 5/6, 8/9, 9/10
Demodulation - QPSK, 8PSK
DiSEqC - Version 1.0
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Satellite dish input Female F-type 75 Ω
Aerial input VHF / UHF
Temperature: 0 °C - 35 °C
Operating conditions
Humidity: 20 % - 80 % RH (non-condensing)
AV1 input / output SCART (Audio/Video in, Audio/Video out, RGB in, Q-Link)
VIDEO RCA PIN Type × 1 1.0 V[p-p] (75 Ω)
AV2 input AUDIO L - R RCA PIN Type × 2 0.5 V[rms]
(COMPONENT /
VIDEO) Y 1.0 V[p-p] (including synchronisation)
Connection terminals
IEEE802.11a/n
Standard
5.180 GHz - 5.320 GHz, 5.500 GHz - 5.580 GHz, 5.660 GHz - 5.700 GHz
compliance and
LAN
IEEE802.11b/g/n
Frequency range∗3
2.412 GHz - 2.472 GHz
Standard
Bluetooth 3.0
technology∗4
Compliance
∗1: Energy consumption XYZ kWh per year, based on the power consumption of the television operating 4 hours per
day for 365 days. The actual energy consumption will depend on how the television is used.
∗2: when the TV is turned off with the remote control and no function is active
∗3: The frequency and channel differ depending on the country.
∗4: Not all the Bluetooth compatible devices are available with this TV.
Note
Specifications
● Design and Specifications are subject to change without notice. Mass and Dimensions shown are approximate.
● This equipment complies with the EMC standards listed below.
EN55013, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3, EN55020, EN55022, EN55024
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Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used
Batteries
These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used
electrical and electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste.
For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and used batteries, please take them to
applicable collection points, in accordance with your national legislation and the Directives 2002/96/EC
and 2006/66/EC.
By disposing of these products and batteries correctly, you will help to save valuable resources and
prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise
arise from inappropriate waste handling.
For more information about collection and recycling of old products and batteries, please contact your
local municipality, your waste disposal service or the point of sale where you purchased the items.
Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national
legislation.
For business users in the European Union
If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your dealer or supplier for
further information.
[Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union]
These symbols are only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard these items, please
contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.
Note for the battery symbol (bottom two symbol examples):
This symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol. In this case it complies with the
requirement set by the Directive for the chemical involved.
Customer’s Record
The model number and serial number of this product may be found on its rear panel. You should note this serial
number in the space provided below and retain this book, plus your purchase receipt, as a permanent record of
your purchase to aid in identification in the event of theft or loss, and for Warranty Service purposes.
Model Number Serial Number
M0212-1022