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... ····· 8 Basic Connection 10 Identifying Controls 14 First Time Setup 15 Enjoy your TV! Any modifications to Use Menu Functions (picture, sound quality, etc 26 VIERA LinkTM "HDAVI ControlTM 30 Lock 36 Editing and Setting Channels 38 Closed Caption 40 ...Input Labels 41 Using Timer 42 Recommended AV Connections 43 Viewing Advanced FAQs, etc. and Puerto Rico only 53 Customer Services Directory...
... ····· 8 Basic Connection 10 Identifying Controls 14 First Time Setup 15 Enjoy your TV! Any modifications to Use Menu Functions (picture, sound quality, etc 26 VIERA LinkTM "HDAVI ControlTM 30 Lock 36 Editing and Setting Channels 38 Closed Caption 40 ...Input Labels 41 Using Timer 42 Recommended AV Connections 43 Viewing Advanced FAQs, etc. and Puerto Rico only 53 Customer Services Directory...
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...'s connections, please refer to enjoy viewing their programming. Basic Connection Example 1 TV Connecting Antenna (To watch TV) VHF/UHF Antenna Cable TV •VHF/UHF Antenna NTSC (National Television System Committee): • Conventional broadcasting...TV Standards include digital high-definition television (HDTV), standard-definition television (SDTV), data broadcasting, multi-channel surround-sound audio and interactive television. If using a Cable Box, set the TV channel to CH3 or CH4 for the equipment. For additional assistance, visit us at: www.panasonic.com www.panasonic...
...'s connections, please refer to enjoy viewing their programming. Basic Connection Example 1 TV Connecting Antenna (To watch TV) VHF/UHF Antenna Cable TV •VHF/UHF Antenna NTSC (National Television System Committee): • Conventional broadcasting...TV Standards include digital high-definition television (HDTV), standard-definition television (SDTV), data broadcasting, multi-channel surround-sound audio and interactive television. If using a Cable Box, set the TV channel to CH3 or CH4 for the equipment. For additional assistance, visit us at: www.panasonic.com www.panasonic...
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...program is required for a 1080p signal. Video signals fed through a VCR. The HDMI connection is displayed, do not connect the other TV monitor. Blu-ray Disc player Recorders may be distorted on the external equipment's connections, please refer to enjoy high-definition digital images ...and high-quality sound. VCR Standard-Definition Note Some programs contain a copyright protection signal to p. 31. Blu-ray Disc player Connecting to the HDMI...
...program is required for a 1080p signal. Video signals fed through a VCR. The HDMI connection is displayed, do not connect the other TV monitor. Blu-ray Disc player Recorders may be distorted on the external equipment's connections, please refer to enjoy high-definition digital images ...and high-quality sound. VCR Standard-Definition Note Some programs contain a copyright protection signal to p. 31. Blu-ray Disc player Connecting to the HDMI...
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...Card (p. 20-21) Selects/OK/Change Returns to previous menu Channel up /down Sound mute On/Off Changes aspect ratio (p. 18) Switches to select any objects between the TV remote control sensor and remote control. Switches TV On or Off (Standby) Changes the input mode (p. 22) VIERA Link menu ...(p. 34-35) Displays Sub Menu (p. 17, 28) Colored buttons (used for various functions) (for digital channels. (p. 17) 14 Do not place any channel (p. 17) or press to enter alphanumeric input in menus. (p. 16, 22, 34, 36, 38, 41, 42...
...Card (p. 20-21) Selects/OK/Change Returns to previous menu Channel up /down Sound mute On/Off Changes aspect ratio (p. 18) Switches to select any objects between the TV remote control sensor and remote control. Switches TV On or Off (Standby) Changes the input mode (p. 22) VIERA Link menu ...(p. 34-35) Displays Sub Menu (p. 17, 28) Colored buttons (used for various functions) (for digital channels. (p. 17) 14 Do not place any channel (p. 17) or press to enter alphanumeric input in menus. (p. 16, 22, 34, 36, 38, 41, 42...
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...About broadcasting systems Analog (NTSC): Conventional broadcasting Digital (ATSC): New programming that allows you perform scanning more channels featuring high-quality video and sound 16 Auto channel setup Select "ANT/Cable setup" First time setup Language Clock ANT/Cable setup Input labels next select Select "ANT in..." ANT/Cable setup ANT in Cable Auto program set select ANT in Cable: Cable TV Antenna: Antenna Not used: Skip TV tuning Select "Not used" when no operation is connected to a TV input. Typical when Cable/Satellite box is performed for 60 seconds and the "Manual ...
...About broadcasting systems Analog (NTSC): Conventional broadcasting Digital (ATSC): New programming that allows you perform scanning more channels featuring high-quality video and sound 16 Auto channel setup Select "ANT/Cable setup" First time setup Language Clock ANT/Cable setup Input labels next select Select "ANT in..." ANT/Cable setup ANT in Cable Auto program set select ANT in Cable: Cable TV Antenna: Antenna Not used: Skip TV tuning Select "Not used" when no operation is connected to a TV input. Typical when Cable/Satellite box is performed for 60 seconds and the "Manual ...
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To connect PC (p. 43) Display the Input select menu Input select 1 TV 2 Component 3 HDMI 1 4 HDMI 2 5 HDMI 3 6 Video 1 7 Video 2 8 PC AUX GAME GAME GAME Select "PC" PC Corresponding signals (p. 48) ■To return to the unit can also listen to PC sound with the audio cable connected. Displaying PC Screen on TV The screen of the PC connected to TV Displays PC screen / 24 You can be displayed on the TV.
To connect PC (p. 43) Display the Input select menu Input select 1 TV 2 Component 3 HDMI 1 4 HDMI 2 5 HDMI 3 6 Video 1 7 Video 2 8 PC AUX GAME GAME GAME Select "PC" PC Corresponding signals (p. 48) ■To return to the unit can also listen to PC sound with the audio cable connected. Displaying PC Screen on TV The screen of the PC connected to TV Displays PC screen / 24 You can be displayed on the TV.
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Color mgmt. x.v.Color A.I . sound Surround Bass boost Volume leveler TV speakers HDMI 1 in HDMI 2 in HDMI 3 in Timer Sleep, Timer 1-5 Lock VIERA Link Record now Stop recording VIERA Link control Speaker output SD card SD ...card Closed caption Closed caption 26 How to Use Menu Functions Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions so that can enjoy watching TV best suited for you can be set (varies depending on the input signal) Select the menu Menu select Picture Audio Timer...
Color mgmt. x.v.Color A.I . sound Surround Bass boost Volume leveler TV speakers HDMI 1 in HDMI 2 in HDMI 3 in Timer Sleep, Timer 1-5 Lock VIERA Link Record now Stop recording VIERA Link control Speaker output SD card SD ...card Closed caption Closed caption 26 How to Use Menu Functions Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions so that can enjoy watching TV best suited for you can be set (varies depending on the input signal) Select the menu Menu select Picture Audio Timer...
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...level Off Light HD size Size1 H size Size 1 Reset to Use Menu Functions (picture, sound quality, etc.) 27 Advanced How to defaults Bass 0 Increases or decreases the treble response. regular TV (NTSC) is selected. Treble 0 Emphasizes the left / right speaker volume. Adjustments/Configurations (... to stereo. (On/Off) Enhances bass sound and provides powerful sound. (On/Off) This setting will not function if "Off" is set in Digital Digital Digital The TV can automatically turn On/Off at the designated date and time (p. 42) Locks the channels and programs (p. 36...
...level Off Light HD size Size1 H size Size 1 Reset to Use Menu Functions (picture, sound quality, etc.) 27 Advanced How to defaults Bass 0 Increases or decreases the treble response. regular TV (NTSC) is selected. Treble 0 Emphasizes the left / right speaker volume. Adjustments/Configurations (... to stereo. (On/Off) Enhances bass sound and provides powerful sound. (On/Off) This setting will not function if "Off" is set in Digital Digital Digital The TV can automatically turn On/Off at the designated date and time (p. 42) Locks the channels and programs (p. 36...
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... stand-by Default speakers Power save No signal for 10 minutes No activity for you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions so that can enjoy watching TV best suited for 3 hours Display Sub Menu SUB MENU Select the item Setup SUB MENU Channel surf mode All Set favorite...
... stand-by Default speakers Power save No signal for 10 minutes No activity for you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions so that can enjoy watching TV best suited for 3 hours Display Sub Menu SUB MENU Select the item Setup SUB MENU Channel surf mode All Set favorite...
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... will flash 3, 2 and 1 to indicate the last three (3) remaining minutes prior to the shut-off . How to Use Menu Functions (picture, sound quality, etc.) (Continued) Adjustments/Configurations (alternatives) Sets the mode to select the channel with Channel up /down button (All/Favorite/Digital only/Analog ...Off Timer or PC input display. •• "No activity for 3 hours was activated" will be displayed for about 10 seconds when the TV is set . (p. 42) Power save ", "Auto power stand-by "No signal for 3 hours". Eye-friendly for viewing in a dark room. (Standard/Saving) To ...
... will flash 3, 2 and 1 to indicate the last three (3) remaining minutes prior to the shut-off . How to Use Menu Functions (picture, sound quality, etc.) (Continued) Adjustments/Configurations (alternatives) Sets the mode to select the channel with Channel up /down button (All/Favorite/Digital only/Analog ...Off Timer or PC input display. •• "No activity for 3 hours was activated" will be displayed for about 10 seconds when the TV is set . (p. 42) Power save ", "Auto power stand-by "No signal for 3 hours". Eye-friendly for viewing in a dark room. (Standard/Saving) To ...
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...unit and the DVD recorder (DIGA). ■Setting of AV equipment such as shown below for the equipment. 31 Be sure to the TV program connection as a DVD recorder (DIGA), RAM theater, or Player theater system. through the theater system. When audio from other equipment connected... to this unit via HDMI is not connected, you can enjoy higher sound quality.) For details about HDMI cable for connecting Panasonic HD camcorder, read the manual for HDAVI control of a single piece of this unit to each model. Note ...
...unit and the DVD recorder (DIGA). ■Setting of AV equipment such as shown below for the equipment. 31 Be sure to the TV program connection as a DVD recorder (DIGA), RAM theater, or Player theater system. through the theater system. When audio from other equipment connected... to this unit via HDMI is not connected, you can enjoy higher sound quality.) For details about HDMI cable for connecting Panasonic HD camcorder, read the manual for HDAVI control of a single piece of this unit to each model. Note ...
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...for each piece of equipment (Recorder/Home theater/Player) that has HDMI CEC function connected to TV with HDMI cable. Sound will be output from the Home Theater whenever the TV is selected. Home Theater power switches On, and playback begins. If the "ONE TOUCH PLAY...the equipment. [For Recorder] You cannot operate other functions while transmitting TV's information above conditions. * Minimum power consumption of standby condition for Panasonic Home Theater system, the following information about the TV settings can be set the Home Theater system as default speakers, ...
...for each piece of equipment (Recorder/Home theater/Player) that has HDMI CEC function connected to TV with HDMI cable. Sound will be output from the Home Theater whenever the TV is selected. Home Theater power switches On, and playback begins. If the "ONE TOUCH PLAY...the equipment. [For Recorder] You cannot operate other functions while transmitting TV's information above conditions. * Minimum power consumption of standby condition for Panasonic Home Theater system, the following information about the TV settings can be set the Home Theater system as default speakers, ...
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... select Home theater or TV speakers for Home theater/Player/Camcorder/ LUMIX. Recorder 1/Recorder 2/Recorder 3) The number of equipment items that can be required. To operate the equipment, read the manual of HDMI connectors. This function is available only when Panasonic Amplifier or Player theater ... (Recorder/Home theater/Player/Camcorder/LUMIX) select Record now Stop recording VIERA Link control Recorder Speaker output TV change Mute The sound of the keys is turned off, the TV speakers take over. Note There is three for recorders, and a total of the equipment. ■...
... select Home theater or TV speakers for Home theater/Player/Camcorder/ LUMIX. Recorder 1/Recorder 2/Recorder 3) The number of equipment items that can be required. To operate the equipment, read the manual of HDMI connectors. This function is available only when Panasonic Amplifier or Player theater ... (Recorder/Home theater/Player/Camcorder/LUMIX) select Record now Stop recording VIERA Link control Recorder Speaker output TV change Mute The sound of the keys is turned off, the TV speakers take over. Note There is three for recorders, and a total of the equipment. ■...
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...following image signals: 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i and 1080p. The HDMI input terminal can be used , connect the audio cable to the TV with an HDMI or DVI output terminal, such as a set the aspect ratio to the HDMI connector using an HDMI compliant (fully wired...Bandwidth Digital Content Protection) copyright protection. VIERA LinkTM "HDAVI ControlTM" HDMI connections to some Panasonic equipment allow you to your taste. If you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality sound by other remote controls with subdued room lighting. Caution Use with a non-compression standard....
...following image signals: 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i and 1080p. The HDMI input terminal can be used , connect the audio cable to the TV with an HDMI or DVI output terminal, such as a set the aspect ratio to the HDMI connector using an HDMI compliant (fully wired...Bandwidth Digital Content Protection) copyright protection. VIERA LinkTM "HDAVI ControlTM" HDMI connections to some Panasonic equipment allow you to your taste. If you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality sound by other remote controls with subdued room lighting. Caution Use with a non-compression standard....
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... is not a malfunction. A clattering sound might be displayed on the top left of antenna for assistance. Check "Signal meter" (p. 39). The LCD panel moves slightly when it is weak, check the antenna and consult your local Panasonic dealer or Panasonic Service Center for digital channels. Recording ...does not start immediately Check the settings of the recorder. For details (p. 54, 55) For additional assistance, please contact us via HDMI Is the HDMI cable connected properly? (p. 31, 43) Turn Off the TV ...
... is not a malfunction. A clattering sound might be displayed on the top left of antenna for assistance. Check "Signal meter" (p. 39). The LCD panel moves slightly when it is weak, check the antenna and consult your local Panasonic dealer or Panasonic Service Center for digital channels. Recording ...does not start immediately Check the settings of the recorder. For details (p. 54, 55) For additional assistance, please contact us via HDMI Is the HDMI cable connected properly? (p. 31, 43) Turn Off the TV ...
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...This is on. Electrical circuits are displayed instead of images Neither image nor sound is produced Check Picture menu (p. 26) Check the cable connections. Problem Actions Some spots remain bright or dark The LCD panel is made up in the temperature and humidity of Closed caption (CC... your local Panasonic dealer, quoting the model number and serial number (both found on top of a few pixels may become hot. Are the speakers' cables connected correctly? (p. 43) Is "Sound Mute" active? (p. 14) Is the volume set to the minimum? Is "TV speakers" set to "Off"? (p. 26) ...
...This is on. Electrical circuits are displayed instead of images Neither image nor sound is produced Check Picture menu (p. 26) Check the cable connections. Problem Actions Some spots remain bright or dark The LCD panel is made up in the temperature and humidity of Closed caption (CC... your local Panasonic dealer, quoting the model number and serial number (both found on top of a few pixels may become hot. Are the speakers' cables connected correctly? (p. 43) Is "Sound Mute" active? (p. 14) Is the volume set to the minimum? Is "TV speakers" set to "Off"? (p. 26) ...
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...IN HDMI 1-3 PC Card slot DIGITAL AUDIO OUT FEATURES Including TV stand TV Set only Including TV stand TV Set only AC 110-127 V, 60 Hz TC-L42U12 217 W 0.3 W 16:9 42" class (42.0 inches measured diagonally) 36.6 " × 20.6 " × 42.0 " (930 mm × 523 mm × ...°F - 95 °F (0 °C - 35°C) 20 % - 80 % RH (non-condensing) VIDEO: AUDIO L - Specifications Power Consumption Mass Connection Terminals Sound Display panel Power Source Maximum Standby condition Aspect Ratio Visible screen size (W × H × Diagonal) (No. R: RCA PIN Type × 1 1.0 V [p-p]...
...IN HDMI 1-3 PC Card slot DIGITAL AUDIO OUT FEATURES Including TV stand TV Set only Including TV stand TV Set only AC 110-127 V, 60 Hz TC-L42U12 217 W 0.3 W 16:9 42" class (42.0 inches measured diagonally) 36.6 " × 20.6 " × 42.0 " (930 mm × 523 mm × ...°F - 95 °F (0 °C - 35°C) 20 % - 80 % RH (non-condensing) VIDEO: AUDIO L - Specifications Power Consumption Mass Connection Terminals Sound Display panel Power Source Maximum Standby condition Aspect Ratio Visible screen size (W × H × Diagonal) (No. R: RCA PIN Type × 1 1.0 V [p-p]...