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... LED LCD TV (39.5 inches measured diagonally) Model No. customers only) 32" Class 39"/40" Class Thank you for purchasing this manual are for future reference. The images shown in this Panasonic product. Please read these instructions before operating your set and retain them for illustrative purposes only. TC-32A400U TC-39A400U TC-40A420U For assistance (U.S.A.), please visit: www.panasonic.com/support Register online at www.panasonic...
... LED LCD TV (39.5 inches measured diagonally) Model No. customers only) 32" Class 39"/40" Class Thank you for purchasing this manual are for future reference. The images shown in this Panasonic product. Please read these instructions before operating your set and retain them for illustrative purposes only. TC-32A400U TC-39A400U TC-40A420U For assistance (U.S.A.), please visit: www.panasonic.com/support Register online at www.panasonic...
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... Precautions 4 Setting Up the TV 8 Connecting the TV 11 First Time Setup 12 Operating the TV 14 Watching External Inputs 15 Favorite Channels 16 Using Media Player 16 Using the Menu Functions 18 Auto Program 22 Manual Program 23 Input Labels 23 Ratings List for Parental Control 24 Additional Information 25 Maintenance 28 Troubleshooting 28 Specifications 30 Limited Warranty (for U.S.A 31 Customer Services Directory (for U.S.A 32 2 English The illustrations for TC-32A400U is used in this manual unless...
... Precautions 4 Setting Up the TV 8 Connecting the TV 11 First Time Setup 12 Operating the TV 14 Watching External Inputs 15 Favorite Channels 16 Using Media Player 16 Using the Menu Functions 18 Auto Program 22 Manual Program 23 Input Labels 23 Ratings List for Parental Control 24 Additional Information 25 Maintenance 28 Troubleshooting 28 Specifications 30 Limited Warranty (for U.S.A 31 Customer Services Directory (for U.S.A 32 2 English The illustrations for TC-32A400U is used in this manual unless...
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... into your television dealer or local power company. 16) Follow all instructions. 5) Do not use caution when moving the cart / apparatus combination to avoid injury from the type of power source indicated on the TV. 18) If an outside antenna is used, use this apparatus near any heat sources such as power-supply cord or plug is provided to direct the CATV system installer's attention...
... into your television dealer or local power company. 16) Follow all instructions. 5) Do not use caution when moving the cart / apparatus combination to avoid injury from the type of power source indicated on the TV. 18) If an outside antenna is used, use this apparatus near any heat sources such as power-supply cord or plug is provided to direct the CATV system installer's attention...
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...: To prevent the spread of time (for a long period of fire, keep from the AC outlet when left unused for example, when on this indicates a need to unplug it can be sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified by the operating instructions as contact with the operation of overhead power lines, other electric light, power circuits, or where it from AC...
...: To prevent the spread of time (for a long period of fire, keep from the AC outlet when left unused for example, when on this indicates a need to unplug it can be sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified by the operating instructions as contact with the operation of overhead power lines, other electric light, power circuits, or where it from AC...
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... SAFETY • ALWAYS follow the attached installation instructions and use a mount that to which the television is connected. • Consult the Panasonic Service Center or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, follow the manufacturer's recommendations for the safe installation of your television. • ALWAYS use only shielded interface cables when connecting to the manufacturer's recommendations. of the...
... SAFETY • ALWAYS follow the attached installation instructions and use a mount that to which the television is connected. • Consult the Panasonic Service Center or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, follow the manufacturer's recommendations for the safe installation of your television. • ALWAYS use only shielded interface cables when connecting to the manufacturer's recommendations. of the...
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...a Cable box, external equipment and video cables shown in the wrong location, interference might happen. Connecting the TV Connecting the TV Terminals Rear of an HDMI or Component Video cable (p. 11-12). The connection for use of the TV 1 5 4 2 3 1 HDMI 1 - 2 2 AV IN 3 ANTENNA/CABLE IN 4 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT 5 USB port Connections Antenna or cable and power cord connection VHF/UHF Antenna ●NTSC (National Television System Committee): Analog television system ●ATSC (Advanced Television Systems Committee): Digital TV Standards include digital high-definition television (HDTV...
...a Cable box, external equipment and video cables shown in the wrong location, interference might happen. Connecting the TV Connecting the TV Terminals Rear of an HDMI or Component Video cable (p. 11-12). The connection for use of the TV 1 5 4 2 3 1 HDMI 1 - 2 2 AV IN 3 ANTENNA/CABLE IN 4 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT 5 USB port Connections Antenna or cable and power cord connection VHF/UHF Antenna ●NTSC (National Television System Committee): Analog television system ●ATSC (Advanced Television Systems Committee): Digital TV Standards include digital high-definition television (HDTV...
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... setup has been completed by your local dealer. 1 Plug the power cord into the socket outlet 2 Turn the TV on with the POWER button (TV) (Remote) or 3 Select your language Language/Idioma/Langue Select your language Seleccione su idioma Sélectìon de la langue English Español Français Video cable Audio cable Speaker system TV Amplifier with speaker system HDMI cable OK Select OK 4 Select [Home use] Set viewing mode Please select...
... setup has been completed by your local dealer. 1 Plug the power cord into the socket outlet 2 Turn the TV on with the POWER button (TV) (Remote) or 3 Select your language Language/Idioma/Langue Select your language Seleccione su idioma Sélectìon de la langue English Español Français Video cable Audio cable Speaker system TV Amplifier with speaker system HDMI cable OK Select OK 4 Select [Home use] Set viewing mode Please select...
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... DVR, gaming device, etc.), press the INPUT button and select the appropriate input (p. 15). ANTENNA/Cable setup How does the TV receive its programming content? Auto program Progress 4% Number of analog channels 3 Number of digital channels 0 First Time Setup completes when scanning is used to connect your box to defaults] in progress... First Time Setup 5 Select ANTENNA/Cable setup method Do you next turn on . ●You can change [Language] from the [Setup] menu (p. 21) or retune the TV using [Auto program] (p. 22) or [Manual program] (p. 23). Number of analog channels 10...
... DVR, gaming device, etc.), press the INPUT button and select the appropriate input (p. 15). ANTENNA/Cable setup How does the TV receive its programming content? Auto program Progress 4% Number of analog channels 3 Number of digital channels 0 First Time Setup completes when scanning is used to connect your box to defaults] in progress... First Time Setup 5 Select ANTENNA/Cable setup method Do you next turn on . ●You can change [Language] from the [Setup] menu (p. 21) or retune the TV using [Auto program] (p. 22) or [Manual program] (p. 23). Number of analog channels 10...
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... sleep timer ●[Off / 15 / 30 / 60 / 90 minutes] ●After the set . 6 Power LED ●On: Red Off: No light ●The TV consumes a small amount of channels to view. [All / Favorite / Digital only / Analog only] ●[Signal meter]: Check the signal strength if interference is "Antenna/ Cable") ●[Channel surf mode]: Specify favorites or type of electric energy even when turned off the TV, remove the power plug from the wall socket. 5 Remote control signal...
... sleep timer ●[Off / 15 / 30 / 60 / 90 minutes] ●After the set . 6 Power LED ●On: Red Off: No light ●The TV consumes a small amount of channels to view. [All / Favorite / Digital only / Analog only] ●[Signal meter]: Check the signal strength if interference is "Antenna/ Cable") ●[Channel surf mode]: Specify favorites or type of electric energy even when turned off the TV, remove the power plug from the wall socket. 5 Remote control signal...
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... Changes aspect ratio and zoom ●Press repeatedly to select the mode. [FULL] / [4:3] / [JUST] / [ZOOM] / [H-FILL] (p. 25-26) 20 Channel Up / Down ●When viewing from ANTENNA/Cable source 21 Returns to the last viewed channel or input About operation guide When operating the TV with the remote control, follow the operation guide available at the moment. ●Closed Caption is only set for the program you want. Example: [Input select] Input select ANTENNA/Cable In HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Comp./Video Select Change EXIT RETURN Operation guide...
... Changes aspect ratio and zoom ●Press repeatedly to select the mode. [FULL] / [4:3] / [JUST] / [ZOOM] / [H-FILL] (p. 25-26) 20 Channel Up / Down ●When viewing from ANTENNA/Cable source 21 Returns to the last viewed channel or input About operation guide When operating the TV with the remote control, follow the operation guide available at the moment. ●Closed Caption is only set for the program you want. Example: [Input select] Input select ANTENNA/Cable In HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Comp./Video Select Change EXIT RETURN Operation guide...
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... folder Select the file OK OK Play R [Music options] Lets you set up the play mode. ■ [Repeat] [Off]: Repeat off [One]: Playback repeat on the contents you are grayed out depending on the input signal or condition. Using the Menu Functions 1 Display the menu MENU Example: Menu Item Setting Main Menu Picture Reset to defaults Picture mode Standard Sound Back light Contrast 80 100 Lock Brightness 50 Color 100 TV Tint 0 Sharpness 50 Setup Color temp. picture Video...
... folder Select the file OK OK Play R [Music options] Lets you set up the play mode. ■ [Repeat] [Off]: Repeat off [One]: Playback repeat on the contents you are grayed out depending on the input signal or condition. Using the Menu Functions 1 Display the menu MENU Example: Menu Item Setting Main Menu Picture Reset to defaults Picture mode Standard Sound Back light Contrast 80 100 Lock Brightness 50 Color 100 TV Tint 0 Sharpness 50 Setup Color temp. picture Video...
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... video input only. ■ [Color matrix] Selects image resolution of Cool (blue), Normal, or Warm (red) color. [Cool / Normal / Warm] [A.I. Note Some menus/items are viewing photos, etc. It provides a soft, film-like picture. [Game]: For playing video games. [Custom (Photo)]: Customizes each item according to your preference. [Photo] is displayed in 24 fps for optimum quality. [Off / Auto] ■ [Aspect adjustments] - [Screen format]: Changes the format (aspect ratio) depending on the format of received signal...
... video input only. ■ [Color matrix] Selects image resolution of Cool (blue), Normal, or Warm (red) color. [Cool / Normal / Warm] [A.I. Note Some menus/items are viewing photos, etc. It provides a soft, film-like picture. [Game]: For playing video games. [Custom (Photo)]: Customizes each item according to your preference. [Photo] is displayed in 24 fps for optimum quality. [Off / Auto] ■ [Aspect adjustments] - [Screen format]: Changes the format (aspect ratio) depending on the format of received signal...
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... the HDMI cable connection. [Analog]: When sound is output as PCM. [PCM]: Digital output signal is fixed to fit the input signal. ■ [HDMI1-2 in case you would forget it. TV ratings]: U.S. If you have forgotten your password, consult your local dealer. ●When you select a locked channel, a message will be displayed that allows you display the [Lock] menu. [Password] Input your password. [Mode] Selects lock mode. [Custom]: Locks specified settings of [Channel], [Program] and [Inputs]. [Off]: Unlocks all the Lock settings of [Channel], [Program] and [Inputs]. [All]: Locks...
... the HDMI cable connection. [Analog]: When sound is output as PCM. [PCM]: Digital output signal is fixed to fit the input signal. ■ [HDMI1-2 in case you would forget it. TV ratings]: U.S. If you have forgotten your password, consult your local dealer. ●When you select a locked channel, a message will be displayed that allows you display the [Lock] menu. [Password] Input your password. [Mode] Selects lock mode. [Custom]: Locks specified settings of [Channel], [Program] and [Inputs]. [Off]: Unlocks all the Lock settings of [Channel], [Program] and [Inputs]. [All]: Locks...
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... closed caption] Selects the Closed Caption service of Analog broadcasting. [Off / CC1-4 / TEXT1-4] - [CC1-4]: Information related to preferred language for all broadcast channels. ●Language selection using the SAP button on the remote control (p. 15) is capable of providing a text display of remote control and TV buttons continue for 3 hours] To conserve energy, the TV automatically turns off ] - The program being viewed must be blocked. TV [ANTENNA/Cable signal] Selects the input for [Auto program] (p. 22) and [Manual program] (p. 23). [Antenna / Cable] [Auto program...
... closed caption] Selects the Closed Caption service of Analog broadcasting. [Off / CC1-4 / TEXT1-4] - [CC1-4]: Information related to preferred language for all broadcast channels. ●Language selection using the SAP button on the remote control (p. 15) is capable of providing a text display of remote control and TV buttons continue for 3 hours] To conserve energy, the TV automatically turns off ] - The program being viewed must be blocked. TV [ANTENNA/Cable signal] Selects the input for [Auto program] (p. 22) and [Manual program] (p. 23). [Antenna / Cable] [Auto program...
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.../Cable signal] to the input you want to navigate the menu (p. 18) 1 Display the menu MENU 2 Select [TV], then select [Auto program] Main Menu Picture Sound Lock TV ANTENNA/Cable signal Auto program Manual program MTS Audio language Preferred audio type Setup Antenna Access Stereo English Main audio Scanning starts. Status: Scanning.. After reset, "First Time Setup" will launch when you next power on even if the HDMI connected equipment is turned off. [About] Displays TV version and software license. [Reset to the memory. ●After the scan is only available in TV mode...
.../Cable signal] to the input you want to navigate the menu (p. 18) 1 Display the menu MENU 2 Select [TV], then select [Auto program] Main Menu Picture Sound Lock TV ANTENNA/Cable signal Auto program Manual program MTS Audio language Preferred audio type Setup Antenna Access Stereo English Main audio Scanning starts. Status: Scanning.. After reset, "First Time Setup" will launch when you next power on even if the HDMI connected equipment is turned off. [About] Displays TV version and software license. [Reset to the memory. ●After the scan is only available in TV mode...
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...used] is selected, you want to set [ANTENNA/Cable signal] to the input you cannot select the input. Note ●How to navigate the menu (p. 18) 1 Display the menu MENU 2 Select [Setup], then select [Input labels] Main Menu Picture Sound Lock TV Language Timer set Closed caption Input labels HDMI control About Reset to defaults Setup English Access 3 Select an input terminal and set Main Menu Picture Sound Lock ANTENNA/Cable In HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Comp./Video TV Setup Blu-ray ●The labels you set will be sure to set / remove from the channel list 2 Analog 3 Analog...
...used] is selected, you want to set [ANTENNA/Cable signal] to the input you cannot select the input. Note ●How to navigate the menu (p. 18) 1 Display the menu MENU 2 Select [Setup], then select [Input labels] Main Menu Picture Sound Lock TV Language Timer set Closed caption Input labels HDMI control About Reset to defaults Setup English Access 3 Select an input terminal and set Main Menu Picture Sound Lock ANTENNA/Cable In HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Comp./Video TV Setup Blu-ray ●The labels you set will be sure to set / remove from the channel list 2 Analog 3 Analog...
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.... (English only) http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/tv/ HDMI connection This TV incorporates HDMI™ technology. Closed Caption (CC) ●For viewing the CC of digital broadcasting, set the aspect ratio to "16:9". ●These HDMI connectors are "type A". ●These HDMI connectors are reformatted before being output in analog format, the CC data will also be connected to the input terminal of COMPONENT or VIDEO to receive analogue signals. Audio Return Channel (ARC...
.... (English only) http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/tv/ HDMI connection This TV incorporates HDMI™ technology. Closed Caption (CC) ●For viewing the CC of digital broadcasting, set the aspect ratio to "16:9". ●These HDMI connectors are "type A". ●These HDMI connectors are reformatted before being output in analog format, the CC data will also be connected to the input terminal of COMPONENT or VIDEO to receive analogue signals. Audio Return Channel (ARC...
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... screen? Change the format (aspect ratio) of signal being displayed? Check if the power cord is turned on the remote control to select the correct input source. Ensure all connections are secure. When using an antenna, then check that connections are secure. Note: Some content, such as a Cable/ Satellite box or DVD player, check that your HD source (Cable, Satellite or fiber optic service). Why is the picture snowy when [ANTENNA/Cable In] is working; Picture...
... screen? Change the format (aspect ratio) of signal being displayed? Check if the power cord is turned on the remote control to select the correct input source. Ensure all connections are secure. When using an antenna, then check that connections are secure. Note: Some content, such as a Cable/ Satellite box or DVD player, check that your HD source (Cable, Satellite or fiber optic service). Why is the picture snowy when [ANTENNA/Cable In] is working; Picture...
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... screen? Change settings of external equipment connected to the TV are nearby. English 29 Troubleshooting Why is there a black box on the remote control (p. 15). If the TV is selected. Check [HDMI1-2 in] analog/digital audio settings (p. 20). Other Why does the CC button not display Closed Caption? When viewing TV via optical cable, then: Check the connection, the audio system is on the screen remain bright or dark? The TV panel...
... screen? Change settings of external equipment connected to the TV are nearby. English 29 Troubleshooting Why is there a black box on the remote control (p. 15). If the TV is selected. Check [HDMI1-2 in] analog/digital audio settings (p. 20). Other Why does the CC button not display Closed Caption? When viewing TV via optical cable, then: Check the connection, the audio system is on the screen remain bright or dark? The TV panel...
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..., faulty installation, set-up to date information. If the problem is committed to providing the most up adjustments, misadjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage, modification, or commercial use of the product, service by the warrantor, or failures which result from the servicer. Limited Warranty (for U.S.A.) Panasonic Television Limited Warranty Limited Warranty Coverage If your product does not work properly because...
..., faulty installation, set-up to date information. If the problem is committed to providing the most up adjustments, misadjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage, modification, or commercial use of the product, service by the warrantor, or failures which result from the servicer. Limited Warranty (for U.S.A.) Panasonic Television Limited Warranty Limited Warranty Coverage If your product does not work properly because...
