Panasonic TX40CSW524S Operations Instructions

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- 10 -•Other 284Maintenance•Care and Cleaning 286Optional accessories•Wall-hanging bracket 287Licence•Licence 288OK Letters enclosed in brackets

Recording current programmeOne Touch RecordingRecords the current programme to the USB HDD immediately. ●Confirm the remote control code is “73”. Watc

REW LIVE TVRecords the current programme to the USB HDD constantly within the maximum recordable time. ●Confirm the remote control code is “73”. Watch

To stop REW LIVE TV1. Display the menu with MENU.2. Select Setup > Recording Setup > REW LIVE TV and press OK to access.3. Select Off to sto

Timer ProgrammingSetting Timer ProgrammingThis function allows you to select programmes that you want to be reminded to watch or record to the USB HDD

(Example) !: Overlapped timer events Function(USB HDD Rec. / Reminder) TV mode: DVB-S: DVB-C: DVB-T: DVB-via-IP– You cannot change the mode within

Editing Timer Programming1. Display the menu with MENU.2. Select Timer > Timer Programming and press OK to access.3. Select the event. ●To change

Note ●TV Guide may also be used to set timer event. Watching > TV Guide > Timer Programming ●Timer Programming can store up to 15 events. ●Timer

Technical informationUSB HDD USB HDD(for recording the digital TV programmes with this TV) ●The capacity of USB HDD that works with this TV is from

Media PlayerUsing Media PlayerInformationMedia Player allows you to enjoy photo, video or music recorded on the USB Flash Memory / network device, and

To insert or remove the USB Flash MemoryEnsure alignment is straight and complete when inserting or removing. ●To remove the USB Flash Memory safel

my Home Screenmy Home ScreenInformation“my Home Screen” is a gateway to the TV, applications, and more.It provides easy access to special features suc

Selecting device / mode1. Insert the USB Flash Memory to the TV. Media Player > Using Media Player > Information ●To play back content in the U

= Note = ●You may also access each mode directly from APPS List. my Home Screen > APPS List > How to use ●Recorded TV is available for content r

Network deviceYou can enjoy photo, video or music stored in the network devices. ●To enable this function, connect this TV to your home network. Netwo

Photo modeSelecting fileSelect the file in the thumbnail view and press OK to start playback. : Error display ●To change the size of photos in the thu

Viewing photo Playback ●To operate Single view : To the previous photo : To the next photo : Stop (return to thumbnail)OK : Slideshow ●To display /

Sorting photos To sort by folder, recorded date or recorded month1. Display the view selection in the thumbnail view with (green).2. Select Folde

Using SlideshowSlideshow ends when all photos within the current thumbnail are viewed.1. Select the file from the thumbnail of photos for the first v

Slideshow SettingsSet up the settings for Photo mode.1. Display the option menu with OPTION.2. Select Slideshow Settings with OK.3. Select one of

Transition Effect(Off / Fade / Dissolve / Motion / Random)Selects the transition effect for switching photos during the slideshow.Fade:The next photo

Interval(Long / Normal / Short)Selects slideshow interval. ●Not valid in the following conditions:– Frame is set to Drift, Gallery, Cinema.– Transit

How to useHome Screen provides access to special features such as Media Player, TV, internet content, data services, communication tools, etc.1. Displ

= Note = ●Picture quality may be degraded depending on the slideshow setting. ●Picture setting may not work depending on the slideshow setting.- 120 -

Video modeSelecting file1. Select the title in the thumbnail view. : Error display : The file does not support thumbnail view. ●The preview will star

Watching video Playback from the selected scene in the titlePlayback of the selected scene starts and continues until the end of the title.1. Selec

●To change aspect1) Display Aspect Selection with ASPECT.2) Select the mode and press OK to set.Aspect1:Displays the content enlarged without distor

Video SetupSet up the settings for Video mode.1. Display the option menu with OPTION.2. Select Video Setup with OK.3. Select one of the following it

Subtitle Text Delay:Adjusts the delay time for the subtitles.Repeat(On / Off)Playback repeat within the title or selected file (depending on the conte

Audio output settingsYou can enjoy the multi-channel sound via an amplifier connected to DIGITAL AUDIO or HDMI2 (ARC function) terminal. ●To confirm o

Recorded TV modeSelecting content ●For exclusive USB HDD ●To play back content in the USB HDD, ensure the connection and settings are completed. Recor

Watching recorded TV Playback ●To operate playback : Manual skip– Press to skip forward approx. 30 seconds.– Press and hold to skip backward appro

●To confirm or change the current status (if available) Watching > Basic > Option Menu ●To return to listBACK/RETURN- 129 -

SettingsSelect the setup menu from the tool guide on the top of the screen.(Example) ●Display the tool guide with HOME if it is not displayed. Home

Grouping content1. Select the content to edit and press (blue) to tick in the content list.2. Display the option menu with OPTION.3. Select Create

Deleting content1. Select the content to edit and press (blue) to tick in the content list.2. Delete the content with (red).3. When a confirmati

Changing deviceYou can change the current device to another device directly in the same mode when two or more available devices are connected.1. Disp

Chapter ListYou can start playback from the chapter list you select.1. Display the chapter list with (yellow).2. Select the chapter and press OK to

Audio output settingsYou can enjoy the multi-channel sound via an amplifier connected to DIGITAL AUDIO or HDMI2 (ARC function) terminal. ●To confirm o

Music modeSelecting file1. Select the folder in the thumbnail view.2. Start playback with (red). ●For details of supported file formats Media Playe

Playing music Playback of the selected file in the folder1. Select the folder and press OK to access.2. Select the file.3. Start playback with (

Music SetupSet up the setting for Music mode. ●This function is available in the thumbnail view.1. Display the option menu with OPTION.2. Select Musi

Technical informationDevice handling caution ●Data modified with a PC may not be displayed. ●Do not remove the device while the TV is accessing data.

USB devices ●It is recommended to connect the device to the TV’s USB port directly. ●Some USB devices or USB HUB may not be used with this TV. ●You ca

SearchYou can search the content from various features.1. Select Search from the tool guide.2. Follow the on-screen instructions.= Note = ●To chan

Photo format Supported Photo formats ●JPEG (.jpg, .jpeg)Sub-sampling:4:4:4, 4:2:2, 4:2:0Image resolution (pixel):8 × 8 to 30 719 × 17 279 ●DCF and E

Video format Supported Video formats ●AVI (.avi)Video codec:H.264 BP/MP/HP, MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4 SP/ASP, VC-1, Windows Media Video Ver. 9Audio codec:

●FLV (.flv)Video codec:H.264 BP/MP/HPAudio codec:AAC, MP3 ●3GPP (.3gp, .3g2)Video codec:H.264 BP/MP/HP, MPEG4 SP/ASPAudio codec:AAC, HE-AAC ●PS (.mod

Supported Subtitles formats ●MicroDVD, SubRip, TMPlayer (.srt, .sub, .txt) ●The video file and subtitles text file are inside the same folder, and

Music format Supported Music formats ●MP3 (.mp3) ●AAC (.m4a) ●Copy-protected files cannot be played back. ●FLAC (.flac) ●WMA / WMA Pro (.wma) ●Copy-

NetworkInternet contentInformationYou can access some specific websites supported by Panasonic, and enjoy internet content such as videos, games, comm

Selecting internet content1. Display APPS List with APPS. ●For details of APPS List my Home Screen > APPS List ●Depending on the usage conditions,

Note ●If you cannot access the internet content, check the network connections and settings. Network > Network connections Network > Network set

DLNAIn-House streamingThis TV is a DLNA Certified™ product.DLNA® (Digital Living Network Alliance) is a standard that makes DLNA Certified digital ele

●Twonky“Twonky” is the product of PacketVideo Corporation.To obtain the Installation Guides for installing and setting “Twonky”, visit the website of

OSD Colour1. Display the menu with MENU.2. Select Setup > Display Settings > OSD Colour and press OK to access.3. Set the item and press OK to

Sharing the content of this TV with another piece of network equipmentYou can enjoy the content of this TV with another network equipment connected

Using DLNATo use DLNA® features, ensure the preparations of the media server, network connections and network settings are completed. Network > DLN

Network connectionsInternet connectionA broadband network environment is required to be able to use internet services. ●If you do not have any broadba

DLNA connectionTo use DLNA features, you need a home network environment and you can operate the features without a broadband network environment. ●A

Wired connection (For DLNA and internet service) ETHERNET terminal LAN cable (Shielded) ●Use Shielded Twist Pair (STP) LAN cable. Hub / Router

Note ●Ensure to use a LAN straight cable. ●Set up and connect equipment required for the network environment. You cannot make such settings on this TV

Network settingsNetwork ConnectionEnsure the connections are completed before starting network setup. Network > Network connections Quick setup -

Quick setup - Wired1. Display the menu with MENU.2. Select Network > Network Connection and press OK to access.3. Select Quick setup and press

Custom - WirelessEnsure the connections are completed before starting network setup. Network > Network connections1. Display the menu with MENU.2.

4. Enter the encryption key of the access point and press OK to set. ●You can set characters using Numeric buttons. ●Press BACK/RETURN to store.5. I

APPS ListInformationVarious applications (internet content, network content, Media Player, etc.) can be accessed easily from APPS List. APPS List(Ex

6. Select Network Status and press OK to access. Network > Network settings > Network Status7. Select Exit and press OK to set.- 160 -

Custom - WiredEnsure the connections are completed before starting network setup. Network > Network connections1. Display the menu with MENU.2. Se

4. Select Network Status and press OK to access. Network > Network settings > Network Status5. Select Exit and press OK to set.= Note = ●To deac

Custom - Wireless Access PointYou can use the TV as a wireless access point and connect the network equipment without an access point. ●Confirm the PI

Network StatusDisplays and checks the network status (MAC Address, current network settings, etc.).1. Display the menu with MENU.2. Select Network &g

my Home Cloud SettingsSets for an account to enjoy the cloud services.1. Display the menu with MENU.2. Select Network > my Home Cloud Settings and

VIERA NameSets your favourite name for this TV.1. Display the menu with MENU.2. Select Network > VIERA Name and press OK to access.3. Enter chara

TV Remote App SettingsSets to control the TV with the equipment (smartphone, etc.) connected to your network.1. Display the menu with MENU.2. Select

Network Link SettingsSets to control the TV with devices connected to the network.1. Display the menu with MENU.2. Select Network > Network Link S

File Sharing SettingsNetwork Device ListLists the accessible network devices to play back the content in Media Player. Media Player > Using Media P

How to useYou can access special features such as internet content, network content, Media Player, etc. from APPS List.1. Display APPS List with APPS.

Mirroring SettingsSettings for the mirroring function Functions > Mirroring > Mirroring Settings- 170 -

Software UpdateAccesses the specific website to update the TV’s software if any updates are available.1. Display the menu with MENU.2. Select Network

New Software MessageSelects whether to give a notification message when new software is found via network or not.1. Display the menu with MENU.2. Sel

PhotosSelecting fileEnsure the preparations of the media server, network connections and network settings are completed. Network > DLNA > In-Hou

Viewing photo Playback ●To operate Single view : To the previous photo : To the next photo : Stop (return to list)OK : Slideshow ●To display / hide

Using SlideshowSlideshow ends when all photos within the list are viewed.1. Select the file from the thumbnail of photos for the first view.2. Start

Auto Makeup(On / Off)Automatically detects the face in the photo and improves luminance and contrast.Interval(Long / Normal / Short)Selects slideshow

VideosSelecting fileEnsure the preparations of the media server, network connections and network settings are completed. Network > DLNA > In-Hou

Watching video PlaybackIf you have stopped the last playback halfway, a confirmation screen is displayed to select whether to start from where you s

●To change aspect1) Display Aspect Selection with ASPECT.2) Select the mode and press OK to set.Aspect1:Displays the content enlarged without distor

SettingsYou can customise APPS List (screen settings, etc.).1. Display APPS List with APPS.2. Select the icon for settings on APPS List and press OK

Video SetupSet up the settings for video file operations on this TV.1. Display the option menu with OPTION.2. Select Video Setup and press OK to acce

Subtitle Text Delay:Adjusts the delay time for the subtitles.Repeat(On / Off)Playback repeat within the selected file- 181 -

Audio output settingsYou can enjoy the multi-channel sound via an amplifier connected to DIGITAL AUDIO or HDMI2 (ARC function) terminal. ●To confirm o

MusicSelecting fileEnsure the preparations of the media server, network connections and network settings are completed. Network > DLNA > In-Hous

Playing music Playback ●To operate playback : Rewind : Fast forward : StopOK : Pause (displays the time seek bar) / Playback ●To jump to the specifi

Music SetupSet up the settings for music file operations on this TV.1. Display the option menu with OPTION.2. Select Music Setup > Repeat with OK.

DIGA RecorderControlling DIGA RecorderEnsure the preparations of the media server, network connections and network settings are completed. Network >

Technical informationPhoto format Supported Photo formats ●JPEG (.jpg, .jpeg)Sub-sampling:4:4:4, 4:2:2, 4:2:0Image resolution (pixel):8 × 8 to 30 71

Video format Supported Video formats ●AVI (.avi)Video codec:H.264 BP/MP/HP, MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4 SP/ASP, VC-1, Windows Media Video Ver. 9Audio codec:

●FLV (.flv)Video codec:H.264 BP/MP/HPAudio codec:AAC, MP3 ●3GPP (.3gp, .3g2)Video codec:H.264 BP/MP/HP, MPEG4 SP/ASPAudio codec:AAC, HE-AAC ●PS (.mod

WatchingBasicBasic connectionPlease ensure that the unit is disconnected from the mains socket before attaching or disconnecting any cables. ●External

Supported Subtitles formats ●MicroDVD, SubRip, TMPlayer (.srt, .sub, .txt) ●The video file and subtitles text file are inside the same folder, and

Music format Supported Music formats ●MP3 (.mp3) ●AAC (.m4a) ●Copy-protected files cannot be played back. ●FLAC (.flac) ●WMA / WMA Pro (.wma) ●Copy-

FunctionsMirroringHow to useYou can watch display images of other devices (smartphone, etc.) on the TV screen using a mirroring function. Smartphone,

Mirroring SettingsYou can set items for the mirroring function.1. Display the menu with MENU.2. Select Network > Mirroring Settings and press OK.3

DVB-via-IPDVB-via-IP client connectionThis TV has DVB-via-IP client function and can connect to DVB-via-IP server to watch broadcast streaming.Please

= Note = ●External equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this TV. ●Check the terminal type and cable plugs are correct for connection. ●Dep

DVB-via-IP Server Selection Preparations ●Ensure the network connections and network settings are completed. Functions > DVB-via-IP > DVB-via-

Note ●Depending on the network condition and broadcast, this function may not be available. ●This function is not available when the TV is turned off

VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™”Summary of VIERA LinkEnjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with Panasonic products which have “HDAVI Control™” function.V

VIERA Link (HDMI connection) ●Use a fully wired HDMI compliant cable. ●Connect the equipment supporting VIERA Link to the TV’s HDMI terminal via an

- 2 -my Home Screenmy Home Screen•Information 11•How to use 12•Settings 13•OSD Colour 15APPS List•Information 16•How to use 17•Settings 18Wat

DVD Recorder / VCR Terrestrial / cable terminal RF cable DVD Recorder / VCR Terrestrial aerial / Cable AV1 (SCART) terminal SCART cable- 20 -

VIERA Link (HDMI and Audio out connections) ●Use a fully wired HDMI compliant cable. ●Connect the equipment supporting VIERA Link to the TV’s HDMI

Available features (HDMI and Audio out connections)Player theatre ●Easy playback ●Power on Link ●Power off Link ●Intelligent Auto Standby ●VIERA Li

VIERA Link Control of compatible equipmentThe following is the maximum number of compatible equipment that can be controlled by VIERA Link Control.

Preparations ●Connect the equipment supporting VIERA Link. ●For details of VIERA Link connections Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Summ

Easy playbackAutomatic input switching - When the connected equipment is operated, the input mode is switched automatically.- 204 -

Power on LinkSet Power on Link to On in VIERA Link Settings to use this function.When the connected equipment is operated, the TV is automatically tur

Power off LinkSet Power off Link to On in VIERA Link Settings to use this function.When the TV is set to Standby mode, the connected equipment is also

Standby Power SaveSet Standby Power Save to On in VIERA Link Settings to use this function.The power consumption of the connected equipment in Standby

Intelligent Auto StandbySet Intelligent Auto Standby to On in VIERA Link Settings to use this function.When the TV is on, non-used connected equipment

VIERA Link ControlYou can control some functions of the connected equipment with this TV’s remote control by pointing at the TV’s signal receiver.1. D

DVD Recorder (VCR) / Set top box HDMI terminal HDMI cable Set top box Cable AV1 (SCART) terminal SCART cable Terrestrial / cable terminal R

= Note = ●If you cannot operate the equipment, check the settings and the equipment. Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Summary of VIERA

Speaker SelectionYou can control the theatre speaker with this TV’s remote control by pointing at the TV’s signal receiver.1. Display APPS List with A

Note ●These functions may not work properly depending on the connected equipment. ●Image or sound may not be delivered for the first few seconds when

Child LockUsing Child LockYou can lock specific channels / AV input terminals to restrict access to them. When the locked channel / input is selected,

PIN numberYou can change the PIN number.1. Select Change PIN and press OK to access.2. Enter a new PIN number twice with Numeric buttons.= Note = ●Se

Parental RatingTo watch the DVB programme that has rating information on the selected age, enter the PIN number (depending on the broadcaster).1. Sele

Data Service ApplicationUsing Data Service ApplicationYou can enjoy Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV application that is one of the interactive data serv

Cookie1. Display the menu with MENU.2. Select Setup > Data Service Application > Store Cookie / Delete Cookie and press OK to access.Store Cook

Note ●A broadband network environment is required to be able to use Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV application fully. Ensure the network connections an

Common InterfaceCautionIf the encrypted message is displayed on the screen, the correct Common Interface (CI) Module and smart card that are required

Selecting channel1. Select the mode with TV.DVB-S / DVB-C / DVB-T / DVB-via-IP / Analogue ●Selectable modes vary depending on the channels stored.2.

Using Common InterfaceThe Common Interface Module menu provides access to software contained in Common Interface (CI) Modules. ●This function may not

Shipping ConditionShipping ConditionResets the TV to its original condition (i.e. no channels tuned in).All settings other than USB Device Setup are r

Updating the TV SoftwareInformationA new version of software may be released for download to enhance the performance or operations of the TV.If there

Auto updateYou can update new software automatically.1. Display the menu with MENU.2. Select Setup > System Menu > System Update > Auto Upda

Manual updateYou can update new software manually.1. Display the menu with MENU.2. Select Setup > System Menu > System Update > System Updat

Setting charactersUsing Numeric buttonsYou can enter characters for free input items using Numeric buttons.Press Numeric buttons repeatedly until you

KeyboardKeyboard ●Keyboards requiring the drivers are not supported. ●To change the language type, set USB Keyboard Layout.1) Display the menu with M

SettingsSetting menuHow to useVarious menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions.1. Display the menu with MENU. ●Di

●To exit the menu screenEXIT ●To return to the previous screenBACK/RETURN ●To change the colour type of on-screen displays, set OSD Colour. my Home S

PictureViewing ModeSelects your favourite picture mode for each input.(Dynamic / Normal / Cinema / True Cinema / Custom) Watching > For best pictur

Information bannerDisplay information banner with . ●Also appears when changing a channel.(Example) Channel position and name Channel type (Radio,

Basic settingsBacklight, Contrast, Brightness, Colour, Tint, SharpnessAdjusts the levels of these options according to your personal preference. Watch

Ambient SensorAutomatic Brightness Control functionAdjusts picture settings automatically depending on ambient lighting condition.(On / Off) Watching

Noise reduction settingsNoise Reduction(Auto / Max / Mid / Min / Off)Reduces unwanted picture noise. Watching > For best picture > Noise reducti

Advanced SettingsYou can adjust and set up the detailed picture settings. Watching > For best picture > Advanced SettingsThis function is availa

Option SettingsGame Mode 55 inches model(On / Off)Provides suitable images for fast response signals when playing games. Watching > For best pictur

AV Colour System(Auto / PAL / SECAM / M.NTSC / NTSC)Selects optional colour system based on video signals. Watching > For best picture > Option

Screen Settings16:9 Overscan(On / Off)Selects the screen area displaying the image for 16:9 aspect. Watching > For best picture > Screen Setting

Copy AdjustmentCopies the picture settings of True Cinema or Custom to those of the other input mode or Viewing Mode. Watching > For best picture &

Reset to DefaultsResets the current Picture Viewing Mode to the default settings.- 238 -

SoundModeSelects your favourite sound mode for each input.(Standard / Music / Speech / User) Watching > For best audio > Sound mode- 239 -

:Teletext service available :Multiple audio available :Multiple video available :Multiple audio and video availableStereo, Mono:Audio mode :Data serv

Basic settingsBassAdjusts level to enhance or minimise lower, deeper sound output. Watching > For best audio > Basic settingsTrebleAdjusts level

Volume settingsSpeaker Setting(TV Speaker / Headphones / Off)Selects the sound output to adjust volume. Set to Off when using the external speakers. W

Voice Guidance SettingsVoice Guidance(On / Off)Set to On to enable voice guidance of the basic features (on-screen messages, etc.) for visually impair

Audio DescriptionPreferred Audio Type(Standard / Audio Description)Narration settings for visually impaired users Watching > For best audio > Au

Advanced settingsMPXSelects multiplex sound mode (if available). Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings ●For AnalogueAudio Preference(Aut

Reset to DefaultsResets the current Sound Mode to the default settings.- 245 -

NetworkNetwork ConnectionSets the network setting to use this TV in your network environment. Network > Network settings > Network Connection- 2

Network StatusDisplays and checks the network status (MAC Address, current network settings, etc.). Network > Network settings > Network Status-

my Home Cloud SettingsSets for an account to enjoy the cloud services. Network > Network settings > my Home Cloud Settings- 248 -

VIERA NameSets your favourite name for this TV. Network > Network settings > VIERA Name- 249 -

●To change the colour type of on-screen displays, set OSD Colour. my Home Screen > my Home Screen > OSD Colour ●To display the introduction ban

TV Remote App SettingsSets to control the TV from network equipment (smartphone, etc.). Network > Network settings > TV Remote App Settings- 250

Network Link SettingsSets to control the TV with devices connected to the network. Network > Network settings > Network Link Settings- 251 -

File Sharing SettingsNetwork Device ListLists the accessible network devices to play back the content in Media Player. Media Player > Using Media P

Mirroring SettingsSettings for the mirroring function Functions > Mirroring > Mirroring Settings- 253 -

Other settingsSoftware UpdateChecks for available software updates from the Panasonic website. Network > Network settings > Software UpdateNew S

TimerOff TimerSets the duration of time until the TV automatically goes into Standby mode.(90 / 75 / 60 / 45 / 30 / 15 / Off (minutes)) Watching >

Timer ProgrammingSets a timer to record or remind forthcoming programmes. Recording > Timer Programming > Setting Timer Programming ●For DVB- 25

Time ZoneAdjusts the time data. Watching > Basic > Adjusting time- 257 -

Auto StandbyAutomatically turns the TV to Standby mode for energy saving when no operation is performed for 4 hours.(On / Off) Watching > Basic >

No signal Power offAutomatically turns the TV to Standby mode to prevent unnecessary power consumption when no signal is received and no operation is

Option MenuConfirm or change the current status.1. Display the option menu with OPTION.2. Select one of the following items and press OK to access.V

SetupEco NavigationAutomatically sets the TV to the most suitable energy-saving mode. Watching > Basic > Energy saving functions- 260 -

USB Device SetupFormats the USB HDD or safely removes USB device. Recording > USB HDD setup > Setting for USB HDD- 261 -

Recording SetupSettings for the recording feature of the USB HDD Recording > Recording current programme > One Touch Recording Recording > Re

Child LockApplies access control for channels or inputs to prevent unwanted access. Functions > Child Lock > Using Child Lock- 263 -

Tuning MenuFavourites EditCreates a list of favourite channels. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Favourites Edit ●Not valid in AnalogueC

Service Replacement(On / Off)Set to On to display a message to switch to the available service (only available in some countries). Watching > Tunin

LanguageOSD LanguageChanges language for on-screen displays. Watching > Basic > LanguagePreferred Audio 1 / 2Selects the first and second prefer

Display SettingsOSD Colour(Jet black / Pale grey / Organic brown / Sand beige)Selects the preferred colour type of on-screen displays. my Home Screen

Banner Display Timeout(10 / 9 / 8 / 7 / 6 / 5 / 4 / 3 / 2 / 1 / 0 (No display) (seconds))Sets how long the information banner stays on screen. Watchin

Common InterfaceSets to watch encrypted channels, etc. Functions > Common Interface > Using Common Interface- 269 -

Dual AudioSelects stereo / monaural (if available). ●For DVBSub ChannelSelects the multifeed programme - sub channel (if available). ●For DVBSubtitle

VIERA Link SettingsVIERA Link(On / Off)Sets to use VIERA Link functions. Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > PreparationsPower on Link(On

Data Service ApplicationService(Auto Start On / Auto Start Off / Off)Sets to use Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV application. ●Not all the data services

System MenuUSB Keyboard LayoutSelects the language that your USB Keyboard supports. Functions > Keyboard > KeyboardShipping ConditionResets all

Other SettingsPower Save(On / Off)Reduces brightness of the picture to economise on power consumption.Exchange Channel ListExports / Imports DVB-S Cha

SupportHelp menuUsing Help menu1. Display the menu with MENU.2. Select Help and press OK to access.3. Select TV Self Test / System Information / Devi

FAQsPictureBefore requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem. Also makes a diagnosis of picture problem

No image is displayed ●Check the correct input mode is selected. ●Check the setting of AV2 (COMPONENT / VIDEO) in Input Selection to match the signal

Digital TVBefore requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem.If the problem still persists, please contac

Faulty dish message appears ●The satellite cable may be short-circuited or there may be connection problems of the cable. Check the cable and connecti

Analogue TVBefore requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem.If the problem still persists, please conta

SubtitleDisplay / hide subtitles (if available) with STTL. ●To select the preferred language for DVB subtitles (if available), set Preferred Subtitles

SoundBefore requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem. Also makes a diagnosis of sound problem in TV Se

HDMIBefore requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem.If the problem still persists, please contact your

NetworkBefore requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem.If the problem still persists, please contact y

Cannot operate internet content ●Check the connections and settings. Network > Network connections > Internet connection Network > Network se

OtherBefore requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem.If the problem still persists, please contact you

When pushed with a finger, the display panel moves slightly and makes a noise ●There is a little gap around the panel to prevent damage to the panel.

MaintenanceCare and CleaningFirst, remove the mains plug from the mains socket. Display panel, Cabinet, PedestalRegular care:Gently wipe the surface

Optional accessoriesWall-hanging bracket Wall-hanging bracket ●Please contact your local Panasonic dealer to purchase the recommended wall-hanging b

LicenceLicenceEven if no special notation has been made of company or product trademarks, these trademarks have been fully respected.DVB and the DVB l

“PlayReady” is a trademark registered by Microsoft. Please be aware of the following.(a) This product contains technology subject to certain intellect

Last viewSwitch to a previously viewed channel or input mode easily with LAST VIEW. ●Press again to return to the current view.= Note = ●Switching cha

The source code and the copyright notice are also available for free in our website below.http://www.unipf.jp/dl/EUIDTV15/- 290 -

Ver.2.00

- 3 -•Aspect 49•Aspect Control Signal 51•Basic settings 53•Noise reduction settings 55•Advanced Settings 56•Option Settings 59•Screen Settin

Off TimerTurn the TV Standby mode automatically after a fixed period.1. Display the menu with MENU.2. Select Timer > Off Timer and press OK to acc

Energy saving functionsThe TV can be eco-friendly using energy-saving functions.The TV goes into Standby mode in the following conditions: ●Eco Naviga

No signal Power off1. Display the menu with MENU.2. Select Timer > No signal Power off and press OK to access.3. Select On / Off and press OK t

Adjusting timeAdjusts the time data.1. Display the menu with MENU.2. Select Timer > Time Zone and press OK to access.3. Set the item and press OK

Language1. Display the menu with MENU.2. Select Setup > Language and press OK to access.3. Select one of the following items and press OK to acce

External equipmentExternal connectionThese diagrams show our recommendations for connection of your TV to various pieces of equipment. For other conne

AV devices AV2 (COMPONENT) terminals Component cables DVD Player AV2 (VIDEO) terminals Composite cables Camcorder / Game equipment USB devi

To listen with speakers DIGITAL AUDIO Optical digital audio cable Amplifier with speaker system ●To enjoy multi-channel sound from external equi

Watching external inputConnect the external equipment (VCR, DVD, etc.) and you can watch through the input.1. Display the input selection menu with A

Input LabelsAccesses the input labels list to select the label of each input mode or set to skip unconnected one for easier identification and sele

- 4 -RecordingUSB HDD setup•Preparations 96•Setting for USB HDD 98Recording current programme•One Touch Recording 100•REW LIVE TV 101Timer Progra

Operating with TV’s remote controlYou can operate the content in Media Player / media server, recording functions or the connected equipment with the

How to change the codeEach Panasonic product has its own remote control code. Change the code according to the product for operation.1. Press and

HDMI featuresHDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) is the world’s first complete digital consumer AV interface complying with a non-compression

DVI connectionIf the external equipment has only a DVI output, connect to the HDMI terminal via a DVI to HDMI adaptor cable. When using the DVI to

Terminal information AV1 (SCART) terminal (RGB, VIDEO)1 : Audio out (R)2 : Audio in (R)3 : Audio out (L)4 : Audio earth5 : Blue earth6 : Audio in (L

HDMI terminal1 : TMDS Data2+2 : TMDS Data2 Shield3 : TMDSData2−4 : TMDS Data1+5 : TMDS Data1 Shield6 : TMDSData1−7 : TMDS Data0+8 : TMDS Data0 Sh

Valid input signals COMPONENT, HDMISignal name COMPONENT HDMI525 (480) / 60i, 60p ○ ○625 (576) / 50i, 50p ○ ○750 (720) / 60p, 50p ○ ○1 125 (1 080) /

For best pictureViewing Mode1. Display the menu with MENU.2. Select Picture > Viewing Mode and press OK to access.3. Select the mode and press OK

Ambient Sensor1. Display the menu with MENU.2. Select Picture > Ambient Sensor and press OK to access.3. Select On / Off and press OK to set.Ambie

AspectChange the aspect ratio (image size) with ASPECT. To change the aspect ratio manually1. Display Aspect Selection with ASPECT.2. Select the mo

- 5 -•Grouping content 130•Deleting content 131•Changing device 132•Chapter List 133•Audio output settings 134Music mode•Selecting file 135

= Note = ●Display the image (TV, external input, etc.) full-screen to use this function completely. ●Aspect mode can be memorised separately for SD (S

Aspect Control SignalProgrammes usually contain an “Aspect Control Signal”. (Widescreen signal, Control signal through SCART / HDMI terminal)In Auto m

●AV1 (SCART) terminal / AV2 (VIDEO) terminalsValid input signal format:PALSECAMPAL 525/60M.NTSCNTSC: Control signal through SCART (pin 8) / HDMI term

Basic settings1. Display the menu with MENU.2. Select Picture and press OK to access.3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access.Bac

24p Smooth Film 55 inches model(Max / Mid / Min / Off)Automatically compensates the picture frame rate to make the 24p source movie images smooth. ●Th

Noise reduction settings1. Display the menu with MENU.2. Select Picture > Noise Reduction / MPEG Noise Reduction and press OK to access.3. Set th

Advanced SettingsYou can adjust and set up the detailed picture settings when Viewing Mode is set to Cinema, True Cinema or Custom. The settings in Tr

White BalanceR-Gain / G-Gain / B-GainAdjusts the white balance of bright red / green / blue areas.R-Cutoff / G-Cutoff / B-CutoffAdjusts the white b

Reset to DefaultsReset to DefaultsResets Advanced Settings to the default settings.- 58 -

Option Settings1. Display the menu with MENU.2. Select Picture > Option Settings and press OK to access.3. Select one of the following items and

- 6 -•Network Status 164•my Home Cloud Settings 165•VIERA Name 166•TV Remote App Settings 167•Network Link Settings 168•File Sharing Settings 16

HDMI Content Type(Graphics / Photos / Auto / Off)Adjusts the picture settings of each HDMI input according to the selected content type.Auto:Automatic

Screen Settings1. Display the menu with MENU.2. Select Picture > Screen Settings and press OK to access.3. Select one of the following items and

Copy AdjustmentCopies the picture settings of True Cinema or Custom to those of the other input mode or Viewing Mode.1. Display the menu with MENU.2.

For best audioSound mode1. Display the menu with MENU.2. Select Sound > Mode and press OK to access.3. Select the mode and press OK to set.Mode(S

Basic settings1. Display the menu with MENU.2. Select Sound and press OK to access.3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access.Bass

Volume settings1. Display the menu with MENU.2. Select Sound and press OK to access.3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access.Spea

Voice Guidance Settings1. Display the menu with MENU.2. Select Sound > Voice Guidance Settings and press OK to access.3. Select one of the follow

Audio Description1. Display the menu with MENU.2. Select Sound > Audio Description and press OK to access.3. Select one of the following items an

Advanced settings1. Display the menu with MENU.2. Select Sound and press OK to access.3. Select one of the following items and press OK to access.MP

●MPEG is an audio compression method that compresses audio to the smaller size without any considerable loss of audio quality. ●Dolby Digital Plus an

- 7 -DVB-via-IP•DVB-via-IP client connection 194•DVB-via-IP Server Selection 196•Note 197VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™”•Summary of VIERA Link 198•

TV GuideUsing TV GuideTV Guide - Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) provides an on-screen listing of the programmes currently broadcast and the forthcom

(Example) TV screen Date Time Programme D (DVB-T) / A (Analogue) Channel position and name ●To watch the programme1) Select the current programme

3) Enter characters with Cursor buttons or Numeric buttons, and press OK to set.4) Press (green) to start searching.– All the programme titles inc

Timer ProgrammingThis function allows you to select programmes that you want to be reminded to watch or record to the USB HDD.1. Select the forthcomi

= Note = ●If you edit the start time or end time of a signal supported recording event by more than 10 minutes, it will no longer follow the broadcast

TeletextViewing Teletext1. Switch to teletext with TEXT. ●Displays the index page (content varies depending on the broadcaster). ●Current / sub page

Watch TV and teletext in two windows at once1. Press MENU twice.2. Set Picture and text to On / Off. ●Operations can be made only in teletext scree

Teletext modeTeletext services are the text information provided by the broadcaster. ●The features may vary depending on the broadcasters.1. Display

Teletext Character SetSelects teletext language font.1. Display the menu with MENU.2. Select Setup > Display Settings > Teletext Character Set

Tuning and editing channelsSetting menuYou can retune channels, create your favourite channel lists, skip unwanted channels, etc.1. Select the mode w

- 8 -Setting characters•Using Numeric buttons 225Keyboard•Keyboard 226SettingsSetting menu•How to use 227Picture•Viewing Mode 229•Basic setting

Favourites Edit List favourite DVB channelsCreate your favourite channel lists from various broadcasters (up to 4: Favourites 1 to 4).The favourites

Edit DVB favourites listYou can edit the favourites list while the cursor is on the channel in the favourites list. ●To move the channel1) Select

Channel List Skip unwanted channelsYou can hide (skip) unwanted channels. The hidden channels cannot be displayed except in this function.1. Select

●To rename the channel name (Analogue)1) Press (blue) to edit.2) Enter characters (maximum 5 characters) with Cursor buttons or Numeric buttons, an

Auto SetupAutomatically retunes the channels received in the area. ●This function is available if channel tuning is already performed. ●Only the selec

2) Set Satellite for the selected LNB.– Select No Satellite if you do not know the connected satellite. (Available satellite is searched in Auto Setup

DVB-C, DVB-T, Analogue1. Select Auto Setup and press OK to access.2. Set DVB-C Auto Setup Settings and press OK to store. (DVB-C) ●Scan ModeFull:Sc

DVB-via-IP ●Ensure the network connections and network settings are completed. Functions > DVB-via-IP > DVB-via-IP client connection Network

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 dir

AnalogueSet Analogue channel manually after Auto Setup. ●Set Sound System and Colour System, and then perform this function. Normally set Colour Sy

- 9 -•File Sharing Settings 252•Mirroring Settings 253•Other settings 254Timer•Off Timer 255•Timer Programming 256•Time Zone 257•Auto Standby

DVB-via-IP (DVB-C)1. Select Frequency / Bandwidth / Modulation Type / Symbol Rate / FEC / Service ID and set with Cursor buttons or Numeric buttons

Update Channel ListBy updating the DVB channel list, you can add new channels, delete removed channels or change channel names and positions automatic

New Channel MessageSelects whether to give a notification message when a new DVB channel is found or not. ●When a notification message appears, you ca

Signal ConditionSelects a channel and checks the signal condition with indicators. ●A good Signal Strength is not an indication of suitable signal rec

Other settingsFavourite NetworkSelects your favourite network for each broadcaster (only available in some countries). ●For DVB-C, DVB-TService Replac

Selectable satellites Selectable satellites and dish alignment to tune DVB-S channelsTo ensure your satellite dish is correctly installed, please co

RecordingUSB HDD setupPreparationsYou can record the digital TV programmes to the connected USB HDD and enjoy playing back in various ways. ●Prepare t

= Caution = ●All data in the USB HDD will be erased in the following cases:– When formatting the USB HDD with this TV Recording > USB HDD setup &g

Setting for USB HDDFormat and set up the USB HDD with this TV in order to use it for recording.All the USB devices recognised as a mass storage device

●To edit USB HDD name (green) ●To format (red) ●To remove the USB HDD safely from the TV (yellow)= Note = ●You cannot change the settings for the USB