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  • Page 1 TX-24DS500B TX-32DS500B TX-40DS500B TX-49DS500B TX-55DS500B TX-40DS400B HELP English...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Home Screen my Home Screen • Information • How to use • Settings • OSD Colour APPS List • Information • How to use • Settings Watching Basic • Basic connection • Selecting channel • Information banner • Option Menu •...
  • Page 3 • Aspect Control Signal • Basic settings • Noise reduction settings • Advanced Settings • Option Settings • Screen Settings • Copy Adjustment For best audio • Sound mode • Basic settings • Volume settings • Voice Guidance Settings • Audio Description •...
  • Page 4 Media Player Using Media Player • Information • Selecting device / mode • Network device Photo mode • Selecting file • Viewing photo • Sorting photos • Using Slideshow Video mode • Selecting file • Watching video • Video Setup •...
  • Page 5 • Using DLNA Network connections • Internet connection • DLNA connection • Note Network settings • Network Connection • Custom - Wireless • Custom - Wired • Custom - Wireless Access Point • Network Status • my Home Cloud Settings •...
  • Page 6 DIGA Recorder • Controlling DIGA Recorder Technical information • Photo format • Video format • Music format Functions Mirroring • How to use • Mirroring Settings VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” • Summary of VIERA Link • Preparations • Easy playback •...
  • Page 7 • Auto update • Manual update Setting characters • Using Numeric buttons Keyboard • Keyboard Settings Setting menu • How to use Picture • Viewing Mode • Basic settings • Ambient Sensor • Noise reduction settings • Advanced Settings • Option Settings •...
  • Page 8 • TV Remote App Settings • Network Link Settings • File Sharing Settings • Mirroring Settings • Other settings Timer • Off Timer • Time Zone • Auto Standby • No signal Power off Setup • Eco Navigation • TV Guide Settings •...
  • Page 9 • Detailed information Maintenance • Care and Cleaning Licence • Licence Letters enclosed in brackets indicate remote control buttons. Menu Letters in cyan indicate on-screen display items. References in this eHELP The images shown in this eHELP are for illustrative purposes only. ●...

  • Page 10: Home Screen

    Home Screen my Home Screen Information “my Home Screen” is a gateway to the TV, applications, and more. It provides easy access to special features such as Media Player, videos, games, communication tools, etc. as shown below (example). HOME HOME Home Screen Selected content screen (TV, application, etc.) Home Screen Selection...

  • Page 11: How To Use

    How to use Home Screen provides access to special features such as Media Player, TV, internet content, data services, communication tools, etc. 1. Display Home Screen with HOME. (Example) The last viewed Home Screen is displayed when the TV is turned on. ●...

  • Page 12: Settings

    Settings Select 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 Screen Selection 1. Display Home Screen Selection with HOME. (Example) 2.
  • Page 13 ■ Settings You can customise any Home Screen. (For example, changing the wallpaper, renaming freely, editing applications, setting the screen launched when the TV is turned on, etc.) 1. Select Settings from the tool guide. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions. ■...

  • Page 14: Osd Colour

    OSD Colour 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Display Settings > OSD Colour and press to access. 3. Set the item and press to store. OSD Colour (Jet black Pale grey Organic brown Sand beige) Selects the preferred colour type of on-screen displays. This function is available for the information banner, menu screen, Home ●...

  • Page 15: Apps List

    APPS List Information Various applications (internet content, network content, Media Player, etc.) can be accessed easily from APPS List. ■ APPS List (Example) = Note = APPS List is subject to change without notice. ● - 15 -...

  • Page 16: How To Use

    How to use You can access special features such as internet content, network content, Media Player, etc. from APPS List. 1. Display APPS List with APPS. (Example) To exit APPS List ● EXIT 2. Select an icon of the features and press to access.

  • Page 17: Settings

    Settings You can customise APPS List (screen settings, etc.). 1. Display APPS List with APPS. 2. Select the icon for settings on APPS List and press to access. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. = Note = Setup menu items may be changed without notice. ●...

  • Page 18: Watching

    Watching Basic Basic connection Please ensure that the unit is disconnected from the mains socket before attaching or disconnecting any cables. External equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this TV. ● ■ Aerial Terrestrial terminal RF cable Terrestrial aerial For DVB, Analogue ●...
  • Page 19 ■ DVD Recorder (VCR) / Satellite receiver HDMI terminal HDMI cable Satellite receiver Satellite dish / Terrestrial aerial AV1 (SCART) terminal SCART cable RF cable / SCART cable Terrestrial terminal RF cable DVD Recorder / VCR = Note = For details of VIERA Link connections ●...

  • Page 20: Selecting Channel

    Selecting channel 1. Select the mode with TV. Analogue Selectable modes vary depending on the channels stored. ● 2. Select a channel with Channel Up / Down Numeric buttons. DVB channel position begins from number 1 upward. Analogue channel ● position numbers are in the 0 - 99 range.
  • Page 21 ■ To watch pay-TV For details of the encrypted channels ● Functions > Common Interface > Using Common Interface Consult the operator / broadcaster or CI module manufacturer for more ● information and conditions of the services. - 21 -...

  • Page 22: Information Banner

    Information banner Display information banner with Also appears when changing a channel. ● (Example) Channel position and name Channel type (Radio, HDTV, etc.) / Encrypted channel ( ) / TV mode ( , Programme Start time / End time (except Analogue) Channel position, etc.
  • Page 23 Also in Same programme available as HD broadcast (UK only) To display the extra information for details ● STTL: Subtitle service available TEXT: Text service available Multi Audio: Multiple audio available Stereo, Mono, NICAM: Audio mode – 90: Off Timer remaining time Watching >...
  • Page 24 > Display Settings > Banner & TV Guide Selection press to access. 3) Select Freetime Panasonic and press to set. – For DVB (UK only) AD, STTL, TEXT, Multi Audio indications are displayed as available ● on particular programmes, but may not be available for all individual programmes being broadcast.

  • Page 25: Option Menu

    Option Menu Confirm or change the current status. 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2. Select one of the following items and press to access. Voice Guidance Settings Audio Type Multi Audio Monaural Audio Subtitle Language Teletext Character Set Teletext Language NICAM Volume Correction...
  • Page 26 Subtitle Language Selects the language in which subtitles should appear (if available). This setting is not memorised and it returns to the default setting once you ● exit the current programme. Not valid in Analogue ● Teletext Character Set Sets the teletext language font. Watching >...

  • Page 27: Subtitle

    Subtitle ■ Display / hide subtitles (if available) with STTL. To select the preferred subtitle type ● 1) Display the menu with MENU. 2) Select Setup > Display Settings > Preferred Subtitle Type and press to access. 3) Select Standard Hard of Hearing and press to set.

  • Page 28: Last View

    Last view Switch to a previously viewed channel or input mode easily with LAST VIEW. Press again to return to the current view. ● = Note = Switching channel may not be available depending on the condition. ● Watching less than 10 seconds is not reflected in the previously viewed ●...

  • Page 29: Off Timer

    Off Timer Switch to TV Standby mode automatically after a fixed period. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Timer > Off Timer and press to access. 3. Select the time in 15-minute increments and press to set. (minutes) To cancel, set to or turn the TV off.

  • Page 30: Energy Saving Functions

    Energy saving functions The TV can be eco-friendly using energy-saving functions. The TV goes into Standby mode in the following conditions: Eco Navigation is set to Set to Eco. ● Off Timer is active. ● Watching > Basic > Off Timer No operation is performed for 4 hours while Auto Standby is set to On.
  • Page 31 ■ No signal Power off 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Timer > No signal Power off and press to access. 3. Select and press to set. No signal Power off / Off) Automatically turns the TV to Standby mode to prevent unnecessary power consumption when no signal is received and no operation is performed for 10 minutes.

  • Page 32: Adjusting Time

    Adjusting time Adjusts the time data. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Timer > Time Zone and press to access. 3. Set the item and press to store. The time data are corrected based on GMT. ● Ireland only ●...

  • Page 33: Language

    Language 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Language and press to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press to access. Preferred Multi Audio Preferred Audio 1 / 2 Preferred Subtitles 1 / 2 Preferred Subtitles Preferred Teletext 4.
  • Page 34 Preferred Teletext Selects the preferred language for digital channel teletext service (depending on the broadcaster). Ireland only ● - 34 -...

  • Page 35: External Equipment

    External equipment External connection These diagrams show our recommendations for connection of your TV to various pieces of equipment. For other connections, consult the instructions for each piece of equipment. For details of basic connection ● Watching > Basic > Basic connection Check the terminal type and cable plugs are correct for connection.
  • Page 36 ■ AV devices AV2 (COMPONENT) terminals Component cables DVD Player AV2 (VIDEO) terminals Composite cables Camcorder / Game equipment ■ USB devices USB port USB devices = Note = It is recommended to connect the device to the TV’s USB port directly. ●...
  • Page 37 ■ Listening with external speakers DIGITAL AUDIO Optical digital audio cable Amplifier with speaker system To enjoy multi-channel sound from external equipment (e.g. Dolby Digital ● 5.1ch), connect the equipment to the amplifier. For information about the connections, read the manuals of the equipment and amplifier. To select the sound output to adjust volume, set Speaker Setting.

  • Page 38: Watching External Input

    Watching external input Connect the external equipment (VCR, DVD, etc.) and you can watch through the input. 1. Display the input selection menu with AV. 2. Select the input mode connected to the equipment and press to watch. (The selected mode is displayed on the top left of the screen.) TV receives input signals automatically connecting with SCART when ●...

  • Page 39: Input Labels

    ■ Input Labels Accessing the input labels list allows you to change the input name or skip the input if unconnected, improving identification and selection in the Input Selection banner. Watching > Basic > Information banner 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.

  • Page 40: Operating With Tv's Remote Control

    Operating with TV’s remote control You can operate the content in Media Player / media server, recording functions or the connected equipment with the following buttons of this TV’s remote control. Playback (VCR / DVD / video content) Stop the operations Rewind, view the picture rapidly in reverse (VCR) Skip to the previous track, title or chapter (DVD / video content) Rewind, view the picture rapidly in reverse (VCR)
  • Page 41 ■ How to change the code Each Panasonic product has its own remote control code. Change the code according to the product for operation. 1. Press and hold Standby On / Off switch during the following operations. 2. Enter the appropriate code as follows with Numeric buttons.

  • Page 42: Hdmi Features

    HDMI features HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) is the world’s first complete digital consumer AV interface complying with a non-compression standard. HDMI allows you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality sound by connecting the TV to external equipment. HDMI-compatible equipment with an HDMI or DVI output terminal, such as a DVD player, a set top box or game equipment, can be connected to the HDMI terminal using a fully wired HDMI compliant cable.

  • Page 43: Dvi Connection

    ■ DVI connection If 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 HDMI adaptor cable, connect the audio cable to the audio input terminal (use COMPONENT / VIDEO audio terminals).

  • Page 44: Valid Input Signals

    Valid input signals ■ COMPONENT, 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 ○...

  • Page 45: For Best Picture

    For best picture Viewing Mode 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture > Viewing Mode and press to access. 3. Select the mode and press to set. Viewing Mode (Dynamic Normal Cinema True Cinema / Custom) Selects your favourite picture mode for each input. Dynamic: Improves contrast and sharpness for viewing in a bright room.

  • Page 46: Ambient Sensor

    Ambient Sensor 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture > Ambient Sensor and press to access. 3. Select and press to set. Ambient Sensor / Off) Automatic Brightness Control function ● Adjusts picture settings automatically depending on ambient lighting condition.

  • Page 47: Aspect

    Aspect Change the aspect ratio (image size) with ASPECT. ■ To change the aspect ratio manually 1. Display Aspect Selection with ASPECT. 2. Select the mode and press to set. You can also change the mode pressing ASPECT. ● (Press repeatedly until you reach the desired mode.) Auto: The best ratio is selected automatically according to the “Aspect Control Signal”.
  • Page 48 = Note = Display the image (TV, external input, etc.) full-screen to use this function ● completely. Aspect mode can be memorised separately for SD (Standard definition) ● and HD (High definition) signals. Aspect cannot be changed in teletext service. ●...

  • Page 49: Aspect Control Signal

    Aspect Control Signal Programmes usually contain an “Aspect Control Signal”. (Widescreen signal, Control signal through SCART / HDMI terminal) Auto mode, aspect mode will appear in the top left of the screen if a Widescreen signal (WSS) or a Control signal through SCART (pin8) / HDMI terminal is found.
  • Page 50 ● HDMI terminal Valid input signal format: 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 HDMI terminal does not receive WSS signal. ●...

  • Page 51: Basic Settings

    Basic settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture and press to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press to access. Backlight Contrast Brightness Colour Tint Sharpness Colour Temperature Vivid Colour Adaptive Backlight Control 4. Set the item and press to store.

  • Page 52: Noise Reduction Settings

    Noise reduction settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture > Noise Reduction MPEG Noise Reduction and press to access. 3. Set the item and press to store. Noise Reduction (Auto / Off) Reduces unwanted picture noise. Not valid when 1080p Pixel Direct is set to ●...

  • Page 53: Advanced Settings

    Advanced Settings You can adjust and set up the detailed picture settings when Viewing Mode is set to Cinema, True Cinema or Custom. The settings in True Cinema Custom can be stored for each input. Watching > For best picture > Viewing Mode 1.

  • Page 54: White Balance

    ■ White Balance R-Gain G-Gain B-Gain Adjusts the white balance of bright red / green / blue areas. R-Cutoff G-Cutoff B-Cutoff Adjusts the white balance of dark red / green / blue areas. Reset to Defaults Resets White Balance to the default settings. ■...
  • Page 55 ■ Reset to Defaults Reset to Defaults Resets Advanced Settings to the default settings. - 55 -...

  • Page 56: Option Settings

    Option Settings [Some features are not available on all models. Available menu items are displayed on your TV screen.] 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture > Option Settings and press to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press to access.
  • Page 57 HDMI RGB Range (Auto Full / Normal) Adjusts the black level of the image for each HDMI input. When the black level is not suitable, select Full. ● For HDMI ● 3D-COMB / Off) Makes still or slow moving pictures more vivid. Occasionally, while viewing still or slow moving pictures, colour patterning ●...

  • Page 58: Screen Settings

    Screen Settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture > Screen Settings and press to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press to access. 16:9 Overscan H-Size Zoom Adjustments Screen Display 4. Set the item and press to store.

  • Page 59: Copy Adjustment

    Copy Adjustment Copies the picture settings of True Cinema Custom to those of the other input mode or Viewing Mode. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture > Copy Adjustment > Destination Viewing Mode Destination Input and press to access.

  • Page 60: For Best Audio

    For best audio Sound mode 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Sound > Mode and press to access. 3. Select the mode and press to set. Mode (Standard Music Speech / User) Selects your favourite sound mode for each input. Standard: Provides the suitable sound quality for all types of scenes.

  • Page 61: Basic Settings

    Basic settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Sound and press to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press to access. Bass Treble Equaliser Balance Surround 4. Set the item and press to store. Bass Adjusts level to enhance or minimise lower, deeper sound output.

  • Page 62: Volume Settings

    Volume settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Sound and press to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press to access. Speaker Setting Headphone Volume Auto Gain Control Volume Correction Speaker Distance to Wall 4. Set the item and press to store.

  • Page 63: Voice Guidance Settings

    Voice Guidance Settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Sound > Voice Guidance Settings and press to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press to access. Voice Guidance Speed Volume User Level Web Browser 4. Set the item and press to store.

  • Page 64: Audio Description

    Audio Description 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Sound > Audio Description and press to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press to access. Preferred Audio Type Volume Speakers Headphones 4. Set the item and press to store.

  • Page 65: Advanced Settings

    Advanced settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Sound and press to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press to access. NICAM Audio Preference SPDIF Selection SPDIF Delay HDMI Input 4. Set the item and press to store.
  • Page 66 SPDIF Selection (Auto / PCM) Selects the initial setting for digital audio output signal from DIGITAL AUDIO and HDMI2 (ARC function) terminals. SPDIF is a standard audio transfer file format. ● Auto: Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital and HE-AAC multi-channel are output as Dolby Digital Bitstream.

  • Page 67: Tv Guide

    To change the type of TV Guide ● 1) Display the menu with MENU. 2) Select Setup > Display Settings > Banner & TV Guide Selection press to access. 3) Select Freetime Panasonic and press to set. – For DVB (UK only) - 67 -...
  • Page 68 (Example) TV screen Date Time Programme (DVB) / (Analogue) Channel position and name To watch the programme ● 1) Select the current programme. – The current programme is displayed on the top left of the screen. 2) Press to watch. To the previous day ●...
  • Page 69 To search programme titles and view a list of the searched programmes (if ● available) 1) Display the search list with (yellow). 2) Select Search and press to access. 3) Enter characters with Cursor buttons Numeric buttons, and press to set. 4) Press (green) to start searching.

  • Page 70: Teletext

    Teletext Digital text service Digital text services (MHEG) differ greatly from analogue teletext. When you switch to a digital text service, the images you see can contain graphics and text, laid out and controlled in a manner decided by the broadcaster.

  • Page 71: Viewing Teletext

    Viewing Teletext 1. Switch to teletext with TEXT. Displays the index page (content varies depending on the broadcaster). ● Current / sub page numbers are displayed on the top left of the screen. ● Time / date is displayed on the top right of the screen. ●...
  • Page 72 ■ Store frequently viewed pages in the colour bar (List mode) 1. Press (coloured buttons) while the page is displayed. 2. Press and hold OK. The stored page number changes to white. ● If you use subtitles, do not change number on (blue).

  • Page 73: Teletext Mode

    Teletext mode Teletext services are the text information provided by the broadcaster. The features may vary depending on the broadcaster. ● The availability of teletext services for a programme is indicated by TEXT ● in the information banner. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.

  • Page 74: Teletext Character Set

    Teletext Character Set Selects teletext language font. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Display Settings > Teletext Character Set and press access. 3. Select the font and press to set. West: English, French, German, Greek, Italian, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish, etc.

  • Page 75: Tuning And Editing Channels

    Tuning and editing channels Setting menu You can retune channels, edit channel lists, create your favourite channel lists, etc. 1. Select the mode with TV. Analogue 2. Display the menu with MENU. 3. Select Setup > Tuning Menu and press to access.

  • Page 76: Favourites Edit

    Favourites Edit ■ List favourite DVB channels Create your favourite channel lists from various broadcasters (up to 4: Favourites 1 to 4). The DVB favourites lists are available for switching in the information banner and from Category in the TV Guide screen. 1.
  • Page 77 To name the favourites ● 1) Press (red). 2) Enter characters (maximum 10 characters) with Cursor buttons Numeric buttons, and press to set. 3) Press BACK/RETURN to store. = Note = Channel position numbers (known as logical channel numbers) can be ●...

  • Page 78: Channel List

    Channel List ■ Skip unwanted channels You can hide (skip) unwanted channels. The hidden channels cannot be displayed except in this function. 1. Select Channel List and press to access. 2. Select a channel. 3. Press to set Reveal Hide (skip).

  • Page 79: Auto Setup

    Auto Setup Automatically retunes 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. Child Lock PIN number is required to retune locked channels. ●...

  • Page 80: Channel Sorting By Region

    Channel Sorting by Region You can sort DVB channels so that those with the best signal quality, or those for your preferred region, appear nearer the top of your channel list. (UK only) 1. Select the region and press to access. 2.

  • Page 81: Manual Tuning

    Manual Tuning Normally use Auto Setup Update Channel List to retune DVB channels. ● If tuning has not been done completely or for adjusting the direction of the ● aerial, use this function. (DVB) All DVB channels found are added to Channel List.

  • Page 82: Update Channel List

    Update Channel List By updating the DVB channel list, you can add new channels, delete removed channels or change channel names and positions automatically. The channel list is updated while keeping your settings in Favourites Edit, ● Channel List, Child Lock, etc.

  • Page 83: New Channel Message

    New Channel Message Selects whether to give a notification message when a new DVB channel is found or not. When a notification message appears, you can perform Update Channel ● List pressing OK. - 83 -...

  • Page 84: Signal Condition

    Signal Condition Selects a channel and checks the signal condition with indicators. A good Signal Strength is not an indication of suitable signal reception. ● Vertical lines show the maximum signal value of the selected channel. ● To change the channel ●...

  • Page 85: Other Settings

    Other settings Add TV Signal Adds the TV mode. Allows you to add any TV mode which was skipped during initial Auto ● Setup. - 85 -...

  • Page 86: Media Player

    Media Player Using Media Player Information Media Player allows you to enjoy photo, video or music recorded on the USB Flash Memory / network device. (Example) Photo mode: Still pictures recorded with digital cameras are displayed. Video mode: Moving pictures recorded with digital video cameras and digital video data are played back.
  • Page 87 ■ To insert or remove the USB Flash Memory Ensure alignment is straight and complete when inserting or removing. To remove the USB Flash Memory safely from the TV, perform Safely ● remove USB USB Device Setup. 1) Display the menu with MENU. 2) Select Setup >...

  • Page 88: Selecting Device / Mode

    Selecting device / mode 1. Insert the USB Flash Memory to the TV. Media Player > Using Media Player > Information To play back content in the network device, ensure the connection and ● settings are completed. Media Player > Using Media Player > Network device 2.
  • Page 89 = Note = You may also access each mode directly from APPS List. ● Home Screen > APPS List > How to use Select the appropriate device and content for playing back each file. ● You can use the following buttons during playback. Confirm the remote ●...

  • Page 90: Network Device

    Network device You can enjoy photo, video or music stored in the network devices. To enable this function, connect this TV to your home network. ● Network > Network connections Network > Network settings ■ How to set User / Password 1.

  • Page 91: Photo Mode

    Photo mode Selecting file Select the file in the thumbnail view and press to start playback. : Error display To change the size of photos in the thumbnail view ● 1) Display the option menu with OPTION. 2) Select Change Size and press to change.

  • Page 92: Viewing Photo

    Viewing photo ■ Playback To operate Single view ● : To the previous photo : To the next photo : Stop (return to thumbnail) : Slideshow To display / hide the operation guide ● To rotate 90° ● (blue) To return to thumbnail ●...

  • Page 93: Sorting Photos

    Sorting photos ■ To sort by folder, recorded date or recorded month 1. Display the view selection in the thumbnail view with (green). 2. Select Folder view Sort by Date Sort by Month and press to set. Folder view: Displays the thumbnail grouped by folder. Files which are in the root folder are collected to the folder named ●...

  • Page 94: Using Slideshow

    Using Slideshow Slideshow ends when all photos within the current thumbnail are viewed. 1. Select the file from the thumbnail of photos for the first view. 2. Start Slideshow with (red) and OK. To display / hide the operation guide ●...
  • Page 95 ■ Slideshow Settings Set up the settings for Photo mode. 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2. Select Slideshow Settings with OK. 3. Select one of the following items and press to access. Frame Colour Effect Transition Effect Auto Makeup Aspect Burst Playback...
  • Page 96 Transition Effect (Off Fade Dissolve Motion / Random) Selects the transition effect for switching photos during the slideshow. Fade: The next photo fades in gradually. Dissolve: Each photo is dissolved when switching to the next photo. Motion: Each photo is displayed with an effect of enlarging, reducing, moving up or moving down.
  • Page 97 Burst Playback / Off) Selects whether to display burst photos in a fast-paced slideshow mode or not. Not valid in the following conditions: ● – Frame is set to Drift, Gallery, Cinema. – Transition Effect is set to Motion. Not valid when Frame is set to Drift, Gallery...
  • Page 98 Back Ground Music (Off Type1 Type2 Type3 Type4 Type5 User / Auto) Selects the background music during Photo mode. Type1 - Music files installed on this TV at the factory settings are played back. Auto: Music files stored in the current device are played back. If there is no available music data, no sound is played back.

  • Page 99: Video Mode

    Video mode Selecting file 1. Select the title in the thumbnail view. : Error display : The file does not support thumbnail view. The preview will start when the title / scene is highlighted in the ● thumbnail view if it supports a preview. To turn off the preview, set Video Preview to Off.

  • Page 100: Watching Video

    Watching video ■ Playback from the selected scene in the title Playback of the selected scene starts and continues until the end of the title. 1. Select the title and press to access. 2. Select the scene. 3. Start playback with (red).
  • Page 101 To change aspect ● 1) Display Aspect Selection with ASPECT. 2) Select the mode and press to set. Aspect1: Displays the content enlarged without distortion. Aspect2: Displays the content full-screen. Original: Displays the content in original size. – You can also change the mode pressing ASPECT. (Press repeatedly until you reach the desired mode.) –...

  • Page 102: Video Setup

    Video Setup Set 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 items and press to access. Video Preview Multi Audio Dual Mono Audio Repeat Subtitle Settings Menu items and selectable options vary depending on the content.
  • Page 103 Subtitle Settings Sets the subtitle setting. This function is available during playback. ● Subtitle: Display / hide subtitles (if available). Subtitle Text: Selects the font type to display subtitles correctly (if available). Subtitle Text Size: Selects the font size of subtitles. Subtitle Text Colour: Selects the colour of subtitles.

  • Page 104: Audio Output Settings

    Audio output settings You can enjoy the multi-channel sound via an amplifier connected to DIGITAL AUDIO or HDMI2 (ARC function) terminal. To confirm or change the current sound status ● Media Player > Video mode > Video Setup 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.

  • Page 105: Music Mode

    Music mode Selecting file 1. Select the folder in the thumbnail view. 2. Start playback with (red). For details of supported file formats ● Media Player > Technical information > Music format ■ Thumbnail view To display / hide information of the highlighted content ●...

  • Page 106: Playing Music

    Playing music ■ Playback of the selected file in the folder 1. Select the folder and press to access. 2. Select the file. 3. Start playback with (red). ■ Playback To operate playback ● : Rewind : Fast forward : Stop : Pause (displays the time seek bar) / Playback To jump to the specified time point ●...

  • Page 107: Music Setup

    Music Setup Set up the setting for Music mode. This function is available in the thumbnail view. ● 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2. Select Music Setup > Repeat with OK. 3. Select Folder and press to set. Folder: Playback repeat within the selected folder One:...

  • Page 108: Technical Information

    Back up the recorded data at regular intervals to prevent data ● deterioration, data damage or erratic operation of the TV. Panasonic is not liable for any deterioration or damage of recorded data. - 108 -...

  • Page 109: Usb Devices

    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 cannot connect any devices using a USB card reader. ●...

  • Page 110: Photo Format

    Photo format ■ Supported Photo formats ● JPEG (.jpg, .jpeg) Sub-sampling: 4:4:4, 4:2:2, 4:2:0 Image resolution (pixel): 8 × 8 to 30 719 × 17 279 DCF and EXIF standards ● Progressive JPEG is not supported. ● = Note = Some files may not be played back even if they fulfil these conditions.

  • Page 111: Video Format

    MP4 (.f4v, .m4v, .mp4) Video codec: H.264, MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4 Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, HE-AAC, MP3 This TV supports this container recorded with Panasonic products. For ● details, read the manual of the products. ● MKV (.mkv) Video codec: H.264, MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4...
  • Page 112 ● FLV (.flv) Video codec: H.264 Audio codec: AAC, MP3 ● 3GPP (.3gp, .3g2) Video codec: H.264, MPEG4 Audio codec: AAC, HE-AAC ● PS (.mod, .mpg, .mpeg, .vob, .vro) Video codec: H.264, MPEG1, MPEG2, VC-1 Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, HE-AAC, LPCM, MP3 ●...
  • Page 113 ■ Supported Subtitles formats ● MicroDVD, SubRip, TMPlayer (.srt, .sub, .txt) The video file and subtitles text file are inside the same folder, and the file ● names are the same except for the file extensions. If there are more than one subtitles text files inside the same folder, they ●...

  • Page 114: Music Format

    Music format ■ Supported Music formats ● MP3 (.mp3) ● AAC (.m4a) Copy-protected files cannot be played back. ● ● FLAC (.flac) ● WMA / WMA Pro (.wma) Copy-protected files cannot be played back. ● ● LPCM (.wav) = Note = Some files may not be played back even if they fulfil these conditions.

  • Page 115: Internet Content

    Network Internet content Information You can access some specific websites supported by Panasonic, and enjoy internet content such as videos, games, communication tools, etc. from APPS List. (Example) A broadband network environment is required to use this function. Ensure ●...

  • Page 116: Selecting Internet Content

    Selecting internet content 1. Display APPS List with APPS. For details of APPS List ● Home Screen > APPS List Depending on the usage conditions, it may take a while to read all the ● data. 2. Select the desired item and press to access.

  • Page 117: Note

    ● providers and such 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. Content may not be available depending on the country you select.

  • Page 118: In-House Streaming

    DLNA In-House streaming 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.
  • Page 119 ■ Playback of sharing content on this TV with the DMC (Digital Media Controller) network equipment You can enjoy content stored in the media server by controlling with the DMC network equipment (smartphone, PC, etc.) connected to your home network. To use this function with your smartphone or PC, set TV Remote App ●...

  • Page 120: Using Dlna

    Using DLNA To use DLNA features, ensure the preparations of the media server, network ® connections and network settings are completed. Network > DLNA > In-House streaming Network > Network connections Network > Network settings 1. Display APPS List with APPS. 2.

  • Page 121: Network Connections

    Network connections Internet connection A broadband network environment is required to use internet services. If you do not have any broadband network services, please consult your ● retailer for assistance. Dial-up internet connections cannot be used. ● Required speed (effective): at least 1.5 Mbps for SD (Standard Definition) ●...

  • Page 122: Dlna Connection

    DLNA connection To use DLNA features, you need a home network environment and you can operate the features without a broadband network environment. A broadband network environment is required to use internet services. ● Network > Network connections > Internet connection ■...
  • Page 123 ■ Wired connection (For DLNA and internet service) ETHERNET terminal LAN cable (Shielded) Use Shielded Twist Pair (STP) LAN cable. ● Hub / Router Internet environment DLNA Certified media server (PC, etc.) ■ Wireless connection (For DLNA) To use the TV as a wireless access point ●...

  • Page 124: Note

    Note Ensure to use a LAN straight cable. ● Set up and connect equipment required for the network environment. You ● cannot make such settings on this TV. Read the manual of the equipment. If your modem has no broadband router functions, use a broadband router. ●...

  • Page 125: Network Settings

    Network settings Network Connection Ensure the connections are completed before starting network setup. Network > Network connections ■ Quick setup - Wireless 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > Network Connection and press to access. Confirm the encryption key, settings and position of your access point ●...
  • Page 126 ■ Quick setup - Wired 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > Network Connection and press to access. 3. Select Quick setup and press to access. 4. Automatically setup is done and Network Status is displayed. Network > Network settings > Network Status 5.

  • Page 127: Custom - Wireless

    Custom - Wireless Ensure the connections are completed before starting network setup. Network > Network connections 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > Network Connection > Custom > Wireless and press to access. Confirm the encryption key, settings and position of your access point ●...
  • Page 128 4. Enter the encryption key of the access point and press to set. You can set characters using Numeric buttons. ● Press BACK/RETURN to store. ● IP/DNS Settings is displayed. Acquire IP Address Acquire DNS Address Auto is recommended. ● Available settings are displayed automatically.
  • Page 129 6. Select Network Status and press to access. Network > Network settings > Network Status 7. Select Exit and press to set. - 129 -...

  • Page 130: Custom - Wired

    Custom - Wired Ensure the connections are completed before starting network setup. Network > Network connections 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > Network Connection > Custom > Wired and press access. IP/DNS Settings is displayed. Acquire IP Address Acquire DNS Address Auto is recommended.
  • Page 131 4. Select Network Status and press to access. Network > Network settings > Network Status 5. Select Exit and press to set. = Note = To deactivate wireless, set Easy Mirroring and confirm the network ● connection type is set to Wired. - 131 -...

  • Page 132: Custom - Wireless Access Point

    Custom - Wireless Access Point You can use the TV as a wireless access point and connect the network equipment without an access point. Confirm the PIN code, network settings of the equipment before starting ● setup. For details, read the manual of the equipment. 1.

  • Page 133: Network Status

    Network Status Displays and checks the network status (MAC Address, current network settings, etc.). 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > Network Status and press to access. 3. Automatically testing is done and Network Status is displayed. Again: Performs automatic testing of the network connection for the TV and displays the current status again.

  • Page 134: My Home Cloud Settings

    my Home Cloud Settings Sets for an account to enjoy the cloud services. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > my Home Cloud Settings and press to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press to access.

  • Page 135: Viera Name

    VIERA Name Sets your favourite name for this TV. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > VIERA Name and press to access. 3. Enter characters and press to set. This name is used as the name of this TV on the screen of the other ●...

  • Page 136: Tv Remote App Settings

    For the operations, refer to the support information of the application. Depending on the network condition, this function may not be available. ● Depending on the area, this function may not be available. For details, ● consult your local Panasonic dealer. - 136 -...

  • Page 137: Network Link Settings

    Remote Device List. Remote Device List Lists the equipment accessible to this TV on the home network. = Note = Depending on the area, this function may not be available. For details, ● consult your local Panasonic dealer. - 137 -...

  • Page 138: File Sharing Settings

    File Sharing Settings Network Device List Lists the accessible network devices to play back the content in Media Player. Media Player > Using Media Player > Network device - 138 -...

  • Page 139: Mirroring Settings

    Mirroring Settings Settings for the mirroring function Functions > Mirroring > Mirroring Settings - 139 -...

  • Page 140: Software Update

    Software Update Accesses the specific website to update the TV’s software if any updates are available. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > Software Update and press to access. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. A broadband network environment is required to use this function. ●...

  • Page 141: New Software Message

    New Software Message Selects whether to give a notification message when new software is found via network or not. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > New Software Message and press to access. 3. Select and press to set.

  • Page 142: Selecting File

    Photos Selecting file Ensure the preparations of the media server, network connections and network settings are completed. Network > DLNA > In-House streaming Network > Network connections Network > Network settings 1. Display APPS List with APPS. 2. Select Media Server and press to access.

  • Page 143: Viewing Photo

    Viewing photo ■ Playback To operate Single view ● : To the previous photo : To the next photo : Stop (return to list) : Slideshow To display / hide the operation guide ● To rotate 90° ● (blue) To return to list ●...

  • Page 144: Using Slideshow

    Using Slideshow Slideshow ends when all photos within the list are viewed. 1. Select the file from the thumbnail of photos for the first view. 2. Start Slideshow with (red) and OK. To display / hide the operation guide ● To pause (return to Single view) ●...
  • Page 145 Auto Makeup / Off) Automatically detects the face in the photo and improves luminance and contrast. Interval (Long Normal / Short) Selects slideshow interval. Not valid when Transition Effect is set to Motion ● Repeat / Off) Slideshow repeat Back Ground Music (Off Type1 Type2...

  • Page 146: Selecting File

    Videos Selecting file Ensure the preparations of the media server, network connections and network settings are completed. Network > DLNA > In-House streaming Network > Network connections Network > Network settings 1. Display APPS List with APPS. 2. Select Media Server and press to access.

  • Page 147: Watching Video

    Watching video ■ Playback If you have stopped the last playback halfway, a confirmation screen may be displayed to select whether to start from where you stopped last time or from the beginning. To operate playback ● Manual skip (if available) –...
  • Page 148 To change aspect ● 1) Display Aspect Selection with ASPECT. 2) Select the mode and press to set. Aspect1: Displays the content enlarged without distortion. Aspect2: Displays the content full-screen. Original: Displays the content original size. – You can also change the mode pressing ASPECT. (Press repeatedly until you reach the desired mode.) –...

  • Page 149: Video Setup

    Video Setup Set up the settings for video file operations on this TV. 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2. Select Video Setup and press to access. 3. Select one of the following items and press to access. Video Preview Multi Audio Monaural Audio Dual Mono Audio...
  • Page 150 Subtitle Settings Sets the subtitle setting. This function is available during playback. ● Subtitle: Display / hide subtitles (if available). Subtitle Text: Selects the font type to display subtitles correctly (if available). Subtitle Text Size: Selects the font size of subtitles. Subtitle Text Colour: Selects the colour of subtitles.

  • Page 151: Audio Output Settings

    Audio output settings You can enjoy the multi-channel sound via an amplifier connected to DIGITAL AUDIO or HDMI2 (ARC function) terminal. To confirm or change the current sound status ● Network > Videos > Video Setup 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.

  • Page 152: Selecting File

    Music Selecting file Ensure the preparations of the media server, network connections and network settings are completed. Network > DLNA > In-House streaming Network > Network connections Network > Network settings 1. Display APPS List with APPS. 2. Select Media Server and press to access.

  • Page 153: Playing Music

    Playing music ■ Playback To operate playback ● : Rewind : Fast forward : Stop : Pause (displays the time seek bar) / Playback To jump to the specified time point ● 1) Display the time seek bar with OK. 2) While the time seek bar is displayed Press Search approx.

  • Page 154: Music Setup

    Music Setup Set up the settings for music file operations on this TV. 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2. Select Music Setup > Repeat with OK. 3. Select Folder and press to set. Folder: Playback repeat within the selected folder One: Playback repeat of the selected one file - 154 -...

  • Page 155: Diga Recorder

    DIGA Recorder Controlling DIGA Recorder Ensure the preparations of the media server, network connections and network settings are completed. Network > DLNA > In-House streaming Network > Network connections Network > Network settings 1. Display APPS List with APPS. 2. Select Media Server and press to access.

  • Page 156: Technical Information

    Technical information Photo format ■ Supported Photo formats ● JPEG (.jpg, .jpeg) Sub-sampling: 4:4:4, 4:2:2, 4:2:0 Image resolution (pixel): 8 × 8 to 30 719 × 17 279 DCF and EXIF standards ● Progressive JPEG is not supported. ● = Note = Some files may not be played back even if they fulfil these conditions.

  • Page 157: Video Format

    MP4 (.f4v, .m4v, .mp4) Video codec: H.264, MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4 Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, HE-AAC, MP3 This TV supports this container recorded with Panasonic products. For ● details, read the manual of the products. ● MKV (.mkv) Video codec: H.264, MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4...
  • Page 158 ● FLV (.flv) Video codec: H.264 Audio codec: AAC, MP3 ● 3GPP (.3gp, .3g2) Video codec: H.264, MPEG4 Audio codec: AAC, HE-AAC ● PS (.mod, .mpg, .mpeg, .vob, .vro) Video codec: MPEG1, MPEG2 Audio codec: Dolby Digital, LPCM ● TS (.mts, .m2ts, .tp, .trp, .ts, .tts) Video codec: H.264, MPEG1, MPEG2 Audio codec:...
  • Page 159 ■ Supported Subtitles formats ● MicroDVD, SubRip, TMPlayer (.srt, .sub, .txt) The video file and subtitles text file are inside the same folder, and the file ● names are the same except for the file extensions. If there are more than one subtitles text files inside the same folder, they ●...

  • Page 160: Music Format

    Music format ■ Supported Music formats ● MP3 (.mp3) ● AAC (.m4a) Copy-protected files cannot be played back. ● ● FLAC (.flac) ● WMA / WMA Pro (.wma) Copy-protected files cannot be played back. ● ● LPCM (.wav) = Note = Some files may not be played back even if they fulfil these conditions.

  • Page 161: Functions Mirroring

    Functions Mirroring How to use You can watch and display images of other devices (smartphone, etc.) on the TV screen using a mirroring function. Smartphone, etc. 1. Display APPS List with APPS. 2. Select Mirroring and press OK. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. Pairing information of the device (smartphone, etc.) is registered once you ●...

  • Page 162: Mirroring Settings

    Mirroring Settings You can set items for the mirroring function. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > Mirroring Settings and press OK. 3. Select one of the following items and press to access. Easy Mirroring Delete All Pairings 4.

  • Page 163: Viera Link "Hdavi Control

    VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” Summary of VIERA Link Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with Panasonic products which have “HDAVI Control™” function. VIERA Link (HDAVI Control) connects the TV and the equipment with VIERA Link function, and enables easy control, playback, energy saving, creating home theatre, etc.
  • Page 164 ● Connect the equipment supporting VIERA Link to the TV’s HDMI terminal ● via an HDMI cable. About HDMI cable for connecting Panasonic HD Video Camera or LUMIX Camera, read the manual of the equipment. HDMI terminal HDMI cable Equipment with VIERA Link function (DVD Recorder / DVD Player / Blu- ray Disc Player / HD Video Camera / LUMIX Camera) ■...
  • Page 165 ■ VIERA Link (HDMI and Audio out connections) Use a fully wired HDMI compliant cable. ● Connect the equipment supporting VIERA Link to the TV’s HDMI terminal ● via an HDMI cable. Use a fully wired SCART cable. ● Use the optical digital audio cable for audio output from the TV. ●...
  • Page 166 ■ Available features (HDMI and Audio out connections) Player theatre Easy playback ● Power on Link ● Power off Link ● Intelligent Auto Standby ● VIERA Link Control ● Speaker Selection ● Blu-ray Disc theatre Easy playback ● Power on Link ●...
  • Page 167 ■ VIERA Link Control of compatible equipment The following is the maximum number of compatible equipment that can be controlled by VIERA Link Control. This includes connections to equipment already connected to the TV. For example, DVD Player connected to Amplifier which is connected to the TV via an HDMI cable.

  • Page 168: Preparations

    Preparations Connect the equipment supporting VIERA Link. ● For details of VIERA Link connections ● Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Summary of VIERA Link Use a fully wired HDMI compliant cable. ● Use a fully wired SCART cable. ●...

  • Page 169: Easy Playback

    Easy playback Automatic input switching - When the connected equipment is operated, the input mode is switched automatically. - 169 -...

  • Page 170: Power On Link

    Power on Link Power on Link VIERA Link Settings to use this function. When the connected equipment is operated, the TV is automatically turned on. (Only when the TV is in Standby mode.) - 170 -...

  • Page 171: Power Off Link

    Power off Link Power off Link VIERA Link Settings to use this function. When the TV is set to Standby mode, the connected equipment is also automatically set to Standby. This function will work even if the TV enters Standby mode automatically ●...

  • Page 172: Standby Power Save

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

  • Page 173: Intelligent Auto Standby

    Intelligent Auto Standby Intelligent Auto Standby VIERA Link Settings to use this function. When the TV is on, non-used connected equipment goes into Standby mode automatically to reduce the power consumption. For example, when the input mode is switched from HDMI or when Speaker Selection is changed to (except for watching a disc).

  • Page 174: Viera Link Control

    VIERA Link Control You can control some functions of the connected equipment with this TV’s remote control by pointing at the TV’s signal receiver. 1. Display APPS List with APPS. 2. Select VIERA Link and press to access. 3. Select VIERA Link Control and press to access.
  • Page 175 = Note = If you cannot operate the equipment, check the settings and the ● equipment. Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Summary of VIERA Link Some operations may not be available depending on the equipment. In ● this case, use the remote control of the connected equipment. For details of the operations for the connected equipment, read the ●...

  • Page 176: Speaker Selection

    Speaker Selection You can control the theatre speaker with this TV’s remote control by pointing at the TV’s signal receiver. 1. Display APPS List with APPS. 2. Select VIERA Link and press to access. 3. Select Speaker Selection and press to access.
  • Page 177 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 the ● input mode is switched. “HDAVI Control 5” is the newest standard for HDAVI Control compatible ●...

  • Page 178: Note

    Child Lock Using Child Lock You can lock specific channels / AV input terminals to restrict access to them. When the locked channel / input is selected, a message appears. Enter the PIN number to watch. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.

  • Page 179: Pin Number

    PIN number You can change the PIN number. 1. Select Change PIN and press to access. 2. Enter a new PIN number twice with Numeric buttons. = Note = Setting Shipping Condition erases the PIN number and all settings. ● - 179 -...

  • Page 180: Parental Rating

    Parental Rating To watch the DVB programme that has rating information on the selected age, enter the PIN number (depending on the broadcaster). 1. Select Parental Rating and press to access. 2. Select an age for the restriction of programmes and press to set.

  • Page 181: Common Interface

    Common Interface Caution If the encrypted message is displayed on the screen, the correct Common Interface (CI) Module and smart card that are required for this service are not inserted. ■ How to insert CI module and smart card Turn the TV off with Mains Power On / Off switch whenever inserting or ●...

  • Page 182: Using Common Interface

    Using Common Interface The Common Interface Module menu provides access to software contained in Common Interface (CI) Modules. Video and audio signals may not be output depending on the broadcast or ● service. ■ Insert the CI module (optional) Follow the instructions that came with the viewing card to tune in the ●...

  • Page 183: Shipping Condition

    Shipping Condition Shipping Condition Resets the TV to its original condition (i.e. no channels tuned in). All settings are reset (channels, picture, sound settings, etc.). 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > System Menu > Shipping Condition and press access.

  • Page 184: Updating The Tv Software

    Updating the TV Software Information A new version of software may be released for download to enhance the performance or operations of the TV. In DVB, a notification banner will appear when one of the BBC channels is turned to if a new available software is found. To install new software, select Standby and press...

  • Page 185: Auto Update

    Auto update You can update new software automatically. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > System Menu > System Update > Auto Update Search in Standby and press to access. 3. Select and press to set. If any software updates are available, a notification message will appear. ●...

  • Page 186: Manual Update

    Manual update You can update new software manually. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > System Menu > System Update > System Update Search and press to access. 3. Searches for an update (for several minutes) and displays a corresponding message if any.

  • Page 187: Setting Characters

    Setting characters Using Numeric buttons You can enter characters for free input items using Numeric buttons. Press Numeric buttons repeatedly until you reach the desired character. : . @ / 1 ! : # + - * _ ( ) “ ‘ % & ? , ; = $ [ ] ~ < > { } | ` ^ \ : a b c 2 A B C : d e f 3 D E F : g h i 4 G H I...

  • Page 188: Keyboard

    Keyboard Keyboard Keyboards requiring the drivers are not supported. ● To change the language type, set USB Keyboard Layout. ● 1) Display the menu with MENU. 2) Select Setup > System Menu > USB Keyboard Layout and press access. 3) Select the language and press to set.

  • Page 189: Setting Menu

    Settings Setting menu How to use Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions. 1. Display the menu with MENU. Displayed items vary depending on the input signal. ● 2. Select the menu and press to access.
  • Page 190 To exit the menu screen ● EXIT To return to the previous screen ● BACK/RETURN To change the colour type of on-screen displays, set Colour. ● Home Screen > my Home Screen > OSD Colour = Note = Menu items and selectable options vary depending on the mode (TV ●...

  • Page 191: Viewing Mode

    Picture Viewing Mode Selects your favourite picture mode for each input. (Dynamic Normal Cinema True Cinema / Custom) Watching > For best picture > Viewing Mode - 191 -...

  • Page 192: Basic Settings

    Basic settings Backlight, Contrast, Brightness, Colour, Tint, Sharpness Adjusts the levels of these options according to your personal preference. Watching > For best picture > Basic settings Colour Temperature Sets the overall colour tone of the picture (bluer - redder). Watching >...

  • Page 193: Ambient Sensor

    Ambient Sensor Automatic Brightness Control function Adjusts picture settings automatically depending on ambient lighting condition. / Off) Watching > For best picture > Ambient Sensor - 193 -...

  • Page 194: Noise Reduction Settings

    Noise reduction settings Noise Reduction (Auto / Off) Reduces unwanted picture noise. Watching > For best picture > Noise reduction settings Not valid when 1080p Pixel Direct is set to ● MPEG Noise Reduction (Auto / Off) Reduces flicker noise in contoured parts of a picture and block noise. Watching >...

  • Page 195: Advanced Settings

    Advanced Settings You can adjust and set up the detailed picture settings. Watching > For best picture > Advanced Settings This function is available when Viewing Mode is set to Cinema, True Cinema or Custom. - 195 -...

  • Page 196: Option Settings

    Option Settings [Some features are not available on all models. Available menu items are displayed on your TV screen.] Film Cadence Mode / Off) Improves vertical resolution for movie images. Watching > For best picture > Option Settings This function is available for interlaced signals (except in Network ●...

  • Page 197: Screen Settings

    Screen Settings 16:9 Overscan / Off) Selects the screen area displaying the image for 16:9 aspect. Watching > For best picture > Screen Settings Not valid for photo content ● H-Size Switches horizontal picture size. Watching > For best picture > Screen Settings Zoom Adjustments Adjusts the vertical position and size when aspect is set to Zoom.

  • Page 198: Copy Adjustment

    Copy Adjustment Copies the picture settings of True Cinema Custom to those of the other input mode or Viewing Mode. Watching > For best picture > Copy Adjustment - 198 -...

  • Page 199: Reset To Defaults

    Reset to Defaults Resets the current Picture Viewing Mode to the default settings. - 199 -...

  • Page 200: Mode

    Sound Mode Selects your favourite sound mode for each input. (Standard Music Speech / User) Watching > For best audio > Sound mode - 200 -...

  • Page 201: Basic Settings

    Basic settings Bass Adjusts level to enhance or minimise lower, deeper sound output. Watching > For best audio > Basic settings Treble Adjusts level to enhance or minimise sharper, higher sound output. Watching > For best audio > Basic settings Equaliser Adjusts the frequency level to suit your favourite sound quality.

  • Page 202: Volume Settings

    Volume settings Speaker Setting (TV Speaker Headphones / Off) Selects the sound output to adjust volume. Set to when using the external speakers. Watching > For best audio > Volume settings Headphone Volume Adjusts the volume of headphones. Watching > For best audio > Volume settings Auto Gain Control / Off) Automatically regulates large sound level differences between channels and...

  • Page 203: Voice Guidance Settings

    Voice Guidance Settings Voice Guidance / Off) Set to to enable voice guidance of the basic features (on-screen messages, etc.) for visually impaired users. Watching > For best audio > Voice Guidance Settings Speed (Fast Normal / Slow) Selects the readout speed for the voice guidance. Watching >...

  • Page 204: Audio Description

    Audio Description Preferred Audio Type (Audio Description / Standard) Narration settings for visually impaired users Watching > For best audio > Audio Description For DVB ● Volume Adjusts the volume for Audio Description. Watching > For best audio > Audio Description For DVB ●...

  • Page 205: Advanced Settings

    Advanced settings NICAM / Off) Near Instantaneous Companded Audio Multiplex Reproduces NICAM stereo sound. Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings For Analogue ● Audio Preference (Multichannel Stereo / MPEG) Selects the initial setting for audio tracks. Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings For digital ●...

  • Page 206: Reset To Defaults

    Reset to Defaults Resets the current Sound Mode to the default settings. - 206 -...

  • Page 207: Network Connection

    Network Network Connection Sets the network setting to use this TV in your network environment. Network > Network settings > Network Connection - 207 -...

  • Page 208: Network Status

    Network Status Displays and checks the network status (MAC Address, current network settings, etc.). Network > Network settings > Network Status - 208 -...

  • Page 209: My Home Cloud Settings

    my Home Cloud Settings Sets for an account to enjoy the cloud services. Network > Network settings > my Home Cloud Settings - 209 -...

  • Page 210: Viera Name

    VIERA Name Sets your favourite name for this TV. Network > Network settings > VIERA Name - 210 -...

  • Page 211: Tv Remote App Settings

    TV Remote App Settings Sets to control the TV from network equipment (smartphone, etc.). Network > Network settings > TV Remote App Settings - 211 -...

  • Page 212: Network Link Settings

    Network Link Settings Sets to control the TV with devices connected to the network. Network > Network settings > Network Link Settings - 212 -...

  • Page 213: File Sharing Settings

    File Sharing Settings Network Device List Lists the accessible network devices to play back the content in Media Player. Media Player > Using Media Player > Network device - 213 -...

  • Page 214: Mirroring Settings

    Mirroring Settings Settings for the mirroring function Functions > Mirroring > Mirroring Settings - 214 -...

  • Page 215: Other Settings

    Other settings Software Update Checks for available software updates from the Panasonic website. Network > Network settings > Software Update New Software Message / Off) Selects whether to give a notification message when new software is found via network or not.

  • Page 216: Off Timer

    Timer Off Timer Sets the duration of time until the TV automatically goes into Standby mode. (minutes)) Watching > Basic > Off Timer - 216 -...

  • Page 217: Time Zone

    Time Zone Adjusts the time data. Watching > Basic > Adjusting time Ireland only ● - 217 -...

  • Page 218: Auto Standby

    Auto Standby Automatically turns the TV to Standby mode for energy saving when no operation is performed for 4 hours. / Off) Watching > Basic > Energy saving functions - 218 -...

  • Page 219: No Signal Power Off

    No signal Power off Automatically turns the TV to Standby mode to prevent unnecessary power consumption when no signal is received and no operation is performed for 10 minutes. / Off) Watching > Basic > Energy saving functions - 219 -...

  • Page 220: Eco Navigation

    Setup Eco Navigation Automatically sets the TV to the most suitable energy-saving mode. Watching > Basic > Energy saving functions - 220 -...

  • Page 221: Tv Guide Settings

    TV Guide Settings TV Guide View (Normal Full / Info) Changes the layout of Guide. Watching > TV Guide > Using TV Guide - 221 -...

  • Page 222: Usb Device Setup

    USB Device Setup Safely removes USB device. Media Player > Using Media Player > Information - 222 -...

  • Page 223: Child Lock

    Child Lock Applies access control for channels or inputs to prevent unwanted access. Functions > Child Lock > Using Child Lock - 223 -...

  • Page 224: Tuning Menu

    Tuning Menu Favourites Edit Creates a list of favourite channels. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Favourites Edit Not valid in Analogue ● Channel List Skips unwanted channels or edits channels. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Channel List Auto Setup Automatically searches for receivable channels.
  • Page 225 New Channel Message / Off) Selects whether to give a notification message when a new channel is found or not. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > New Channel Message For DVB ● Signal Condition Checks the signal condition. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Signal Condition Not valid in Analogue ●...

  • Page 226: Language

    Language Preferred Multi Audio Selects the preferred language for digital channel multi audio (depending on the broadcaster). Watching > Basic > Language UK only ● Preferred Audio 1 / 2 Selects the first and second preferred language for digital channel multi audio (depending on the broadcaster).

  • Page 227: Display Settings

    Display Settings OSD Colour (Jet black Pale grey Organic brown Sand beige) Selects the preferred colour type of on-screen displays. Home Screen > my Home Screen > OSD Colour Preferred Subtitle Type (Standard Hard of Hearing) Selects the preferred subtitle type. Watching >...
  • Page 228 Sets the timer for turning off the screen automatically when a radio channel is selected. Watching > Basic > Energy saving functions Banner & TV Guide Selection (Freetime / Panasonic) Selects the type of the information banner and TV Guide. Watching > TV Guide > Using TV Guide For DVB (UK only) ●...

  • Page 229: Viera Link Settings

    VIERA Link Settings VIERA Link / Off) Sets to use VIERA Link functions. Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Preparations Power on Link / Off) Sets to use Power on Link functions. Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Power on Link Power off Link / Off) Sets to use Power off Link functions.

  • Page 230: System Menu

    System Menu USB Keyboard Layout Selects the language that your USB Keyboard supports. Functions > Keyboard > Keyboard Shipping Condition Resets all settings to the original condition. Functions > Shipping Condition > Shipping Condition Common Interface Sets to watch encrypted channels, etc. Functions >...

  • Page 231: Other Settings

    Other Settings Power on Channel List (All Channel List / Last) Automatically selects all channels or favourites list in the information banner when the TV is turned on. Watching > Basic > Selecting channel Not valid in Analogue ● Power Save / Off) Reduces brightness of the picture to economise on power consumption.

  • Page 232: Help Menu

    Support Help menu Using Help menu 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Help and press to access. 3. Select TV Self Test System Information Device Information and press to access. TV Self Test Makes a diagnosis of picture or sound problems. Follow the on-screen instructions.

  • Page 233: Picture

    TV Self Test. Support > Help menu > Using Help menu If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. Auto aspect Auto aspect is designed to provide you with the best ratio to fill the screen.
  • Page 234 No image is displayed Check the correct input mode is selected. ● Check the setting of AV2 (COMPONENT / VIDEO) in Input Selection ● match the signal being output by the external equipment. Watching > External equipment Is Backlight, Contrast, Brightness Colour in the Picture Menu set to the...

  • Page 235: Digital Tv

    Digital TV Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. Block noise, frozen or disappearing image occurs / Some channels cannot be tuned Check the position, direction and connection of the aerial.
  • Page 236 Cannot find a channel you have previously watched The channel may broadcast for part of the day. ● Check the channel in the TV Guide. ● Watching > TV Guide Channel position numbers may be changed by broadcasters. ● Reset channels. ●...

  • Page 237: Analogue Tv

    Analogue TV Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. White spots or shadow image (ghosting) occurs / Some channels cannot be tuned Check the position, direction and connection of the aerial.

  • Page 238: Sound

    Also makes a diagnosis of sound problem in TV Self Test. Support > Help menu > Using Help menu If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. No sound is produced Is “Sound mute” active? Press MUTE to switch sound mute on or off.

  • Page 239: Hdmi

    HDMI Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. Sound is unusual Set the sound setting of the connected equipment to “2ch L.PCM”.

  • Page 240: Network

    Network Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. Cannot connect to the network Check the LAN cable or wireless LAN is connected properly.
  • Page 241 Cannot operate internet content Check the connections and settings. ● Network > Network connections > Internet connection Network > Network settings The server or connected line may be busy now. ● - 241 -...

  • Page 242: Other

    Other Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. VIERA Link function does not work and an error message appears Check the connections.
  • Page 243 Detailed information Support information about the application, optional devices, operation, etc. may be found on the following website. http://panasonic.net/viera/support (English only) - 243 -...

  • Page 244: Care And Cleaning

    Maintenance Care and Cleaning First, remove the mains plug from the mains socket. ■ Display panel, Cabinet, Pedestal Regular care: Gently wipe the surface of the display panel, cabinet, or pedestal by using a soft cloth to remove dirt or fingerprints. For stubborn dirt: (1) First clean the dust from the surface.
  • Page 245 HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing, LLC in the United States and other countries. HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Dolby Audio, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
  • Page 246 Please refer to the detailed terms and conditions thereof shown in the “Software License” menu on this product. At least three (3) years from delivery of this product, Panasonic will give to any third party who contacts us at the contact information provided below,...
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