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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover or back. No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. This symbol warns the user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may have sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock. Therefore, it is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any inside part of this unit.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (CONTINUED) WARNING WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. DO NOT PLACE OBJECTS FILLED WITH WATER, SUCH AS A VASE OR THE LIKE, ON TOP OF THIS APPARATUS. CAUTION Getting Started AS WITH ANY SMALL OBJECT, SD CARDS CAN BE SWALLOWED BY YOUNG CHILDREN. DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO HANDLE THE SD CARD.
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Table of Contents Operating Peripheral Equipment ..................................................... 70 Remote Control Operation/Code List .............................................. 71 Warning Indicators ............................................................................ 75 Replacing the lamp unit .................................................................... 76 Troubleshooting ................................................................................ 78 Specifications ..........
Before Using Receiver Location This Projection Display is intended to be used with an optional stand or entertainment center. Consult your dealer for available options. Locate for comfortable viewing. Avoid placing where sunlight or other bright light (including reflections) will fall on the screen. Use of some types of fluorescent lighting can reduce Remote Control transmitter range. Adequate ventilation is essential to prevent internal component failure. Keep away from areas of excessive heat or moisture.
Remote Control Battery Installation 1. 2. While pressing in on the catch, open cover in direction of arrow. (1) Frequent Remote Control users, choose long-lasting Alkaline batteries as replacements. (2) Whenever batteries are removed, you may need to reset Remote Control infrared codes. We suggest making a note of the codes on page 70 prior to setting up the remote. Install batteries in the battery compartment. • Battery polarity (+) and (-) must match the markings inside the compartment.
Before Using (continued) Glossary and Acronyms CC (Closed Caption) EAS (Emergency Alert System) OSD (On-Screen Display) MSO (Multiple system owner/operator) Dolby Digital This is a method of coding digital signals developed by Dolby Laboratories. Apart from stereo (2-channel) audio, these signals can also be multichannel audio. A large amount of audio information can be recorded on one disc using this method. PCM (pulse code modulation) These are uncompressed digital signals, similar to those found on CDs.
Location of Controls Illuminated Remote Control 11 CH Press to change channels. 12 SLEEP Sets unit to shut itself off after a preselected amount of time. 13 TV/VCR Press to switch to TV or VCR. 2 3 19 20 4 5 21 6 22 23 7 8 9 10 14 SKIP l◄◄ While remote is in DVD mode, press to skip reverse. SPLIT Press to display or delete Split screen. SKIP ►►l While remote is in DVD mode, press to skip forward. SWAP Press to swap Main screen with Split screen.
Location of Controls (continued) Controls and Terminals on the Projection Display Front View 1 2 1 POWER button 3 4 5 Press to turn ON and OFF. (p. 75, 78) 2 POWER indicator Lights up green when power is ON. (p. 26, 75) 3 TEMP indicator Flashes when unit internal temperature is abnormal. (p. 75) 4 LAMP indicator Lights up or flashes when the lamp unit is malfunctioning. (p.
Rear View 5 7 9 2 4 6 8 10 11 12 14 17 18 Vent 1 S-Video/Video Input Connector 1 Connect from other component. (Video 1) 2 Audio Input Connector 1 Connect from other component. (Video 1) 3 S-Video/Video Input Connector 2 Connect from other component. (Video 2) Audio Input 4 Connector 2 3 Getting Started Vent 1 Connect from other component. (Video 2) 5 Video Out Connector Output video signal. 6 Audio Out Connector Output audio signal.
Installation Notes on connections • Turn off the power supply for all components before making any connections. • Read the instruction manual for each system component carefully before connecting it. • If there is a lot of jitter in the video signal input from the video source, the picture on the screen may flicker. In this case, it will be necessary to connect a TBC (time base corrector). CAUTION When using “Nut type” RF coaxial cable, tighten with fingers only. Overtightening may damage terminal.
Cable Connection Use this configuration when connecting the projection display to a cable TV system. Getting Started For proper reception of analog or digital cable channels, a cable service connection is required. Cable Box Connect the cable from the antenna or cable system to the VHF/UHF Cable In terminal on the back of the Projection Display.
Installation (continued) CableCARD™ Connection This module (also called Point of Deployment (POD) module or Digital Cable Module (DCM)) allows you to tune digital and high definition cable channels through the cable antenna. Contact your local cable company for information regarding the availability and costs of CableCARD™ related services. 1 2 Connect the cable antenna to VHF/UHF Cable In input on the back of the unit.
How to connect the “1, 2, 3” Input Terminals Connect a VCR or other peripheral equipment (S-VHS VCR) Getting Started Input 3 is located on the front of the unit. (p. 10) S-VIDEO AUDIO • Similar connections are available at the INPUT 1, 2, 3 input terminals. (p. 10-11) (VHS VCR) VIDEO AUDIO • Similar connections are available at the INPUT 1, 2, 3 input terminals. (p. 10-11) Notes: • Select the desired VIDEO input position by pressing the TV/VIDEO button. (p.
Installation (continued) How to connect the COMPONENT VIDEO Input Terminals Because each Y, PB, and PR signal is input independently, the Component signal allows for more accurate color reproduction. The Component signal output terminal indication will differ according to the output device (Y, PB, PR). Please read the operating instructions included with the output device.
How to connect the AV OUT Terminals Recording Equipment (S-VHS /VHS VCR) Getting Started You can connect a VCR to the AV OUT terminal to record the program you are viewing on-screen. An external monitor can also be connected to the AV OUT terminals. Connect the VCR as shown below. VIDEO AUDIO Notes: • This unit contains Video and Audio Outputs for the purpose of recording television programming to VCR. Due to license restrictions, if a device (STB, DVD, etc.
Installation (continued) How to connect the Amplifier Analog Audio Out To listen to the audio through a separate stereo system, connect an external audio amplifier to AUDIO OUT on back of unit. Stereo System (A Stereo Amplifier and Speakers) AUDIO Audio Adjustments • Select Speakers Off in Other adjust menu under Audio menu. (p. 48) • Set amplifier volume to the preferred level. Note: • AUDIO OUT terminals cannot be connected directly to external speakers.
Digital Audio Out Getting Started Use the diagram below to connect the Digital Audio Output of your Projection Display to a Dolby Digital decoder. Dolby Digital 5.1 channel surround sound delivers digital-quality sound. Dolby Digital provides five discrete full-bandwidth channels for front left, front right, center, surround left and surround right, plus a LFE (Low Frequency Effect) subwoofer channel.
Installation (continued) IR Blaster Connection IR Blaster Connecting the IR Blaster allows the Projection Display to send remote control signal commands to your VCR. This, along with the TV GUIDE feature on this set, lets you easily schedule recordings of digital programs. Place the signal-emitting area of the IR Blaster near the signal-receiving area for the Remote Control on the VCR.
How to connect the HDMI input terminal Follow the connection diagrams below for HDMI control of a single AV equipment such as a Panasonic DIGA-DVD recorder, RAM Theater or Player Theater system. Refer to page 68 for Setup Menu settings and additional control information. • Optional HDMI and/or optical cables are not provided.
Installation (continued) Connecting this unit to a DVD recorder and AV amp When using an “Control with HDMI” audio-video amplifier and a compatible DIGA recorder, use a daisy chain connection as shown below. • One AV amp and one DIGA can be operated with this unit. • Be sure to connect the AV amp between this unit and the DIGA. Note: • HDMI 1 is recommended. When connecting to HDMI 2, set the input mode to HDMI 2 (p. 37) initially before connecting to HDMI 2.
Procedure Connect the HDMI output on the DVD Recorder or Set Top Box, etc., to the HDMI input on the back of the unit. 2 Press TV/VIDEO to select HDMI input. • If you cannot display the picture because your Digital Set Top Box does not have a Digital Out terminal setting, use the Component Video Input (or the S-Video Input or Video Input). In this case, the picture will be displayed as an analog signal.
Installation (continued) How to connect the PC IN Terminals Connecting a PC to PC IN COMPUTER AUDIO OUT RGB OUT Conversion adaptor (If necessary) RGB cable (D-SUB 15P) (Not included) Connect a cable which matches the audio output terminal on the computer. PC audio cable (M3 stereo mini pin) PC IN Terminal (D-SUB 15P) Pin Layouts 5 4 10 9 3 2 8 1 7 15 14 13 12 11 Connection port view 6 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Signal name R G B NC NC Ground for R Ground for G Ground for B Pin No.
RGB signals that can be input Signal data Personal Computer Signals Mode type No. of dots (H × V) Horizontal frequency (kHz) Vertical frequency (Hz) VGA400 (70 Hz) 640 × 400 31.47 70.08 * VGA480 (60 Hz) 640 × 480 31.47 59.94 Macintosh 13˝ 640 × 480 35.00 66.67 VGA480 (75 Hz) 640 × 480 37.50 75.00 * SVGA (60 Hz) 800 × 600 37.88 60.32 SVGA (75 Hz) 800 × 600 46.88 75.00 SVGA (85 Hz) 800 × 600 53.67 85.06 Macintosh 16˝ 832 × 624 49.73 74.55 * XGA (60 Hz) 1 024 × 768 48.
Power ON / OFF The Power Indicator LED ACTION Off Power – OFF Red (blinking) Power – OFF (Now cooling) Green Power – ON Green (blinking) Power – ON (Preparing to light lamp) Notes: • If the POWER button is accidentally turned off during use, after power is turned back on, it may take a short period before the lamp automatically comes on. • After the unit is turned on, maximum picture brightness and color will be achieved in 5-10 minutes. During this time, brightness and color levels may change.
First Time Setup For your convenience, First Time Set up menu will be displayed on screen when the set is turned on for the first time. If needed, follow the menus and procedures displayed on-screen for setting up the features. 2 Press to adjust the date. • Press and hold to change the month. Language Clock The language of the on-screen display is set to English as the factory setting. You can select English, Spanish or French as the on-screen displays language. 3 Press to select “Language”.
Power ON / OFF (continued) 3 INITIAL GUIDE SETUP for TV Guide Press to select Mode. The TV Guide Welcome Screen is displayed when you use TV Guide function for the first time, or at first time setup. (p. 27) Press to select “All” or “Analog”. Procedure a Auto program ANT In Mode ◄ Start scan 4 Cable All Press to select each item. ► Press to select “Start scan”. Press to set. b Press to select “Next”. Press to start. Channels available for reception will be set automatically.
Your Settings 4 Check After you have configured all services you selected in Step 2 you are asked to check your settings. View Setup Progress Screen 1 Press to view setup progress screen. • The setup progress screen appears each time you enter the Guide prior to receiving your initial eight days of show listings. To close the screen, press ◄ or OK. • If you select “Yes, continue setup process”, go to Step 5. • If you select “No, repeat setup process”, return to Step 1.
Basic Menu Navigation Button operation during Menu display (Menu navigation) Return to Main Menu. Press to display Main menu. Menu Picture Audio Timer (PC input menu) Lock TVG / Photo Menu Picture Audio Setup Note: • While Main Menu (only) is displayed, pressing MENU will exit the menu screen. Return to previous level menu. Press to return to previous level menu. Example: If RETURN is pressed from Adv. adjust Menu: Adv. adjust Normal Dynamic iris Gamma adj. Blk.
2 Other Adjust sub-menu. 5 Press to select “Other adjust”. Press to enter the menu. Picture 1/2 Normal Pic. mode Picture Brightness Color Tint Sharpness Press to select desired menu item. Next Icon Sub Menu Field Normal On 6 Press to access Other adjust sub-menu. Picture 1/2 Normal Pic. mode Picture Brightness Color Tint Sharpness No Vivid +10 +10 +10 +10 +10 Picture 2/2 Color temp Color mng. Zoom adjust PC adjust Other adjust Adv.
Tuning channels 2 Press to select “Language”. Press to display Language screen. Setup CH scan All Language Clock Program channel Input labels CC 3 Press to select “English,” “Español” or “Français”. Language Language ◄ English ► 4 Switching languages for display Allows you to select the language used for On Screen Displays. Press MENU to display the Main Menu screen. 1 Press to go to previous screen. Or, select icon, then press OK for same results. Clock Setting You can adjust the Date and Time.
2 Press to select “Clock”. Automatic program setting Automatically searches and adds receivable channels to memory. Press to display Clock screen. Setup CH scan All Press MENU to display the Main Menu screen. 1 Language Clock Program channel Input labels CC Press to display the Setup menu. Menu Picture Press to select “Date”. Audio Timer Lock TVG / Photo Press to adjust the date. • Press and hold to change the month. Clock 4 Date Time Setup 2 ◄ 4/1/2006 ► 9:43AM Press to select “Time”.
Tuning channels (continued) 4 Manual program setting Press to select “ANT In”. Use this procedure when changing setting of receiving channels or changing the channel display. Also, use to add or delete channels from channel list manually. Press to select “Antenna” or “Cable”. Press MENU to display the Main Menu screen. Auto program ANT In ◄ Mode Start scan 5 Cable All ► 1 Press to select “Setup” icon. Press to display the Setup menu. Press to select “Mode”.
4 When selecting a desired Caption manually. Press to select “Edit”. 1 Press to enter the edit mode. Edit CH Caption Favorite Add 1 --- --- No 2 --- --- No 3 --- --- No 4 --- --- No 5 --- --- No 6 --- --- No 7 --- --- No 8 --- --- No 9 --- --- No 10 --- --- No 2 Press to display the Caption input screen. Press to select the desired preset channel line. 3 Press to select edit area. “CH,” “Caption,” “Favorite,” “Add”.
Tuning channels (continued) 6 Edit (Favorite) 1 Edit Press to enter the Favorite screen. 2 7 Press to select “Favorite”. Press to select Favorite number. Apply CH Caption Favorite 1 --- --- No 2 ABC 2 Yes 3 --- --- No 4 --- --- No 5 --- --- No 6 --- --- No 7 --- --- No 8 --- --- No 9 --- --- No 10 --- --- No Add Press to enter your program. Apply Favorite Favorite 3 Press to move cursor to “Apply”. ◄ 12 ► Press to move cursor to “Apply”.
Projection Display operation Input select [1] [2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7] [8] [9] Component 1 Component 2 HDMI 1 Video 1 Video 2 Video 3 PC Signal of source connected to COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT 1 is displayed. Signal of source connected to COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT 2 is displayed. Signal of source connected to HDMI IN 1 is displayed. Signal of source connected to HDMI IN 2 is displayed. Signal of source connected to INPUT 1 is displayed. Signal of source connected to INPUT 2 is displayed.
Projection Display operation (continued) 3 Using the CH/VOL Button Select desired channel: Step Action 1 2 3 4 5 Press 1 Press 5 Press Press 1 Press OK or NUMBER keys. > < Press CH Direct Tuning Example Adjust to desired volume level: Press VOL + or VOL -. Notes: • The channel number and volume level are stored even after the unit is turned off. • Power consumption can be reduced if the volume level is lowered.
To delete a favorite channel Audio Mute A memorized channel can be removed from the list by holding down FAVORITE while it’s position is highlighted. Press MUTE to instantly mute the sound. Press again to restore the previous sound level. Press this button to mute the sound. Press again to reactivate sound. Sound is also reactivated when power is turned off or volume level is changed. Note: • The audio output from AV OUT is not muted.
Projection Display operation (continued) Select Audio Mode for TV Viewing Digital mode Press SAP to select the next audio track (if available) when receiving a digital channel. MTS Stereo broadcast Multi-channel Television Sound Stereo broadcast. Select Stereo audio mode. • If stereo broadcast is weak and the display flickers, select Mono audio mode for possibly better results. SAP broadcast Secondary Audio Program (sub language.) Select SAP audio mode for the sub language.
ASPECT Controls Notes: Mode Picture Explanation 9 JUST mode will display a 4:3 picture at maximum size, but with aspect correction applied to the center of the screen so that elongation is only apparent at the left and right edges of the screen. The size of the picture will depend on the original signal. 3 4:3 mode displays a 4:3 picture at the standard 4:3 size. 9 ZOOM mode magnifies the central section of the picture.
Split screen Returning to one screen (Left screen) Press to return. Notes: • Sound from the Left screen is output from the speakers on the Projection Display set. • When the screen is split, signal of the Left screen is output from the rear monitor output terminal. (p. 17) • The left and right screens are processed by individual circuits and, therefore, may vary in image quality. • Split screen returns to single screen when the unit is turned off.
Select desired input mode of the Right screen Changing the Viewing Condition Press to select the desired input mode. TV Video 3* Component 1* Video 2* Component 2* Video 1* Video 1 5 Video 1 5 Basic Operation * If SKIP is set as the Input Label setting, the mode will not be changed. (p. 65) Press to change the viewing mode. Swapping left and right screens Press to swap.
Picture Adjustments Normal / Picture / Brightness / Color / Tint / Sharpness / Color temp Press to select each item. Press to adjust each item. * When a 1080p (HDMI) signal is received: Picture Normal Pic. mode Picture Brightness Color Tint Sharpness Color temp Set Standard +20 0 0 0 0 Normal Picture 1/2 Normal Pic. mode Picture Brightness Color Tint Sharpness Picture 2/2 Color temp Color mng. Zoom adjust PC adjust Other adjust Adv.
Depending on the signal being input, some menu items may or may not be adjustable and some functions may or may not be available. Picture Mode PC Adjust Lets you choose one of three pre-set Picture Modes that best suits the program to which you are viewing. Selecting this feature will also affect Color Temperature setting. You can adjust the picture when viewing a signal from a PC. 1 Press to select “PC adjust”. Press to select “Pic. mode”. Press to display the PC adjust menu.
Picture Adjustments (continued) Other Adjust Other detailed picture adjustments can be made. 1 Item 3D I/P Explanations Film media (taken at 24 frames per second) is faithfully reproduced on the unit. On: Recordings created at 24 frames per second are shown in higher quality. Off: Set to Off if picture appears unnatural. Color corr. With HDMI connection, depending on the signal, the picture may be displayed with unnatural colors (as if red and blue are reversed). Correct by setting the Color corr.
Audio Adjustments Normal / Bass / Treble / Balance Press to select each item. Press to adjust each item. Audio Normal Audio mode Bass Treble Balance BBE Other adjust Item No Standard +10 +10 +10 Off Explanations Normal Reset Bass, Treble and Balance adjustments to factory default settings. Bass Increase or decrease the bass response. Treble Increase or decrease the treble response. Balance Emphasize the left / right speaker volume. Audio Mode Press MENU to display the Main Menu screen.
Depending on the signal being input, some menu items may or may not be adjustable and some functions may or may not be available. BBE You can hear a deeper, 3-D sound effect using just the unit’s two front speakers. 2 Press to select each item. Press to adjust each item. Press to select “BBE”. Other adjust AI sound Speakers HDMI1 in HDMI2 in Audio leveler Press to select BBE setting.
Sleep Timer Feature Set Sleep Timer Press to set unit to shut itself off after a preselected amount of time. Press to select “0,” “30,” “60,” or “90”. Timer Sleep ◄ 60 ► Notes: • Pressing the RECALL button with sleep timer set displays remaining time. • The on-screen display will flash 3, 2 and 1 to indicate the last three (3) remaining minutes prior to turn off. Press to select “Timer” icon. Press to display Timer menu. Advanced Operation Press MENU to display the Main Menu screen.
Lock Feature This Projection Display incorporates V-CHIP technology to block the viewing of movies and television programs according to the rating category. There are four (4) Content Advisory Categories: MPAA (Motion Picture Association of America), TV Parental Guidelines Ratings, Canadian English Language Ratings and Canadian French Language Ratings. These categories are used as guidelines for blocking the programs. The default mode for the Lock category is the Unlocked state.
Lock Set Block program This television incorporates V-Chip technology to block the viewing of movies and television programs according to the rating category. There are four (4) Content Advisory Categories: MPAA (Motion Picture Association of America), U.S.TV Program, Canadian English ratings and Canadian French ratings. These categories are used as guidelines for blocking programs. Select Lock mode to prevent viewing of video games, VCR tapes, channels and Video modes. Press to select “Mode”.
Lock Feature (continued) U.S. TV PROGRAMS RATINGS CHART Monitor out setting 1 Press to select “Program”. Press to enter program lock menu. Lock Mode Off Channel Program Change password 2 Press to select “Monitor out”. The TV Parental Guidelines has 7 levels of age-based ratings that can be selected. These 7 levels are split into 2 age-based groups: Youth Age-based Ratings and Guidance Age-based Ratings.
CANADIAN ENGLISH RATINGS CHART E C C8+ G PG 14+ 18+ Exempt - Exempt programming includes: news, sports, documentaries and other information programming, talk shows, music videos, and variety programming. Programming intended for children under age 8. No offensive language, nudity or sexual content. Programming generally considered acceptable for children 8 years and over. No profanity, nudity or sexual content. General programming, suitable for all audiences. Parental Guidance suggested.
Photo Viewer Still image data (JPEG) made with a digital camera or digital video camera can be played back using an SD Card. WARNING As with any small object, SD cards can be swallowed by young children. Do not allow children to handle the SD card. CAUTION 1. 2. Always insert card in the correct direction. Failure to do so may result in damage to the card and this unit. The SD Card is precision devices. Do not subject them to excessive pressure or strong impacts.
JPEG thumbnail The screen below is displayed automatically while a card is inserted. If “Is memory card in?” appears, check if a card is inserted. If not, turn the unit power off, correctly insert a card, then turn the unit back on. Now, place unit into Photo Viewer mode. 1 2 3 JPEG thumbnail Accessing Total 8 Info No.
Photo Viewer (continued) 1 Index Area Operation Press to display the Single setting menu. Press to select file. Press to display full size file preview. (p. 57) 2 Press to select each item. JPEG thumbnail Total 8 Info No. 102-0006 Date 01/01/2000 Pixel 2048x1536 Select 102-0001 102-0002 102-0003 102-0004 102-0005 102-0006 102-0007 102-0008 Press to set each item.
Exit Slide Show mode Change image Pressing RETURN during Slide Show mode allows you to exit the mode. Pressing the ▲▼ buttons changes the displayed image. Press ▲ : The previous image is displayed. Press ▼ : The next image is displayed. Rotate image Press RETURN with Slide Show mode displayed to return to the Card Menu Screen. Pressing the ◄► buttons rotates the image 90° at a time. Press ► : Each press right rotates image 90°. Press ◄ : Each press left rotates image 90°.
TV Guide Using TV Guide TV Guide provides an on-screen listing of shows currently broadcast and to be broadcast over the next one week. Initial setup (p. 28) is required. Press to view TV Guide. 1 • You can also select “TV Guide” using “TVG/Photo” menu. 23 4 5 6 7 1 8 9 1 Press MENU to display the Main Menu screen. Press to select “TVG/Photo” icon. Press to display the TVG/ Photo menu. Press to select “TV Guide”. Press to display the TV Guide.
2 Press to select the menu item from the service bar. Press to set. LISTINGS Watch the show 1 Press to select “LISTINGS” from the service bar. (SCHEDULE/LISTINGS/SEARCH/SETUP) Checks or changes the schedule of recording and reminder reservation and displays what shows have been recorded. (p. 62-63) SCHEDULE 2 Press to set. Press to select the show now on the air. Press to set. Searches for the show by a type and category. (p.
TV Guide (continued) 2 Press to display the Listings Options menu. Reserve a show (Recording/Reminder) 1 Press to select “LISTINGS” from the service bar. Press to set. locked (default) Video remains on a single channel. unlocked Video changes channels as you navigate the grid. both Both channel logo and number are displayed in the grid. logo Only channel logo is displayed in the grid. number Only channel number is displayed in the grid.
5 Press to select and set each setting. SEARCH Search for shows 1 6 Press to select “SEARCH” from the service bar. Press to set. 2 Press to select a search type. Press to set. To check/change/delete reserved contents Press to select a category. Search type example: MOVIES, SPORTS... Please refer to “SCHEDULE” on page 62. To reserve with input, date, and time Please refer to “Manual Recording/Manual Reminder” on page 63.
TV Guide (continued) Searching for a Specific Keyword, Actor, or Director Recording Reminder Description Once 1. Select “KEYWORD” as the “Search for shows” category in Step 2 and press OK. 2. Select “new search” and press OK. 3. Make the selections for your search and press OK. Regularly Weekly - type (title, actor, director, description, all) - category (movies, sports, series, children, HDTV, all, etc.) - sub(category) (action, comedy, horror, all, etc.) Daily Off From TO DO, press MENU.
Reserve with date and time (Manual Recording/Manual Reminder) 1 2 Do steps 1~2 to select “TO DO” under “SCHEDULE” on page 62. 3 Press to display the panel menu screen. Press to select “new manual recording” or “new manual reminder”. To resolve the conflict, you must select one of these options (which vary according to the type of conflict): record anyway Records the specified show and suspends the existing show recording or auto-tune reminder.
Setup Features CH scan You may choose the way in which channels are selected with ▲▼. Press to select “CH scan”. Press to select “Fav.” or “All”. Fav.: ◄► only displays programs on the Favorite CH list. All: ◄► selects all channels memorized with Auto Program. Setup CH scan ◄ All ► Language Clock Program channel Input labels CC Signal meter Allows you to confirm the signal strength of a desired channel. 1 Press to select “Program channel”. Press to enter Program channel menu.
Input labels CC (Closed Caption) To label video input connections for on-screen display. 1 Press to select “Input labels”. The television includes a built-in decoder that is capable of providing a visual display of the audio portion. The program viewed must provide Closed Caption (CC) for the television to display it. Press to select “CC”. Press to enter the sub-menu field. Setup CH scan Press to enter Closed Caption menu.
Setup Features (continued) CC Mode for Analog Digital settings Choose the closed caption service of Analog broadcasting. Selecting digital broadcast service and viewing formats. Press to select “Analog”. 1 Press to select “Digital setting”. Press to enter the Digital setting menu. Press to select the setting.
Reset Digital setting Back opacity ◄ Automatic ► Outline Automatic Back opacity Outline The opacity of the text box (Automatic, Transparent, Translucent, Solid, Flashing) The outline of the text (if selected under style) (Automatic, Black, White, Red, Green, Blue, Yellow, Magenta, Cyan) Setup is reset. 1 Press to select “Reset”. Press to display the password screen. Setup CC Reset Other adjust About Reset Reset the CC settings. Press to select “CC reset”.
Setup Features (continued) Control with HDMI “HDAVI Control”* * Simultaneously controls all Panasonic “HDAVI Control” equipped devices with one-button operation using a single remote. 2 Press to select “Ctrl with HDMI”. Press to select “On”. Newer Panasonic audio-video products with HDMI output connections can be controlled using the TV’s remote. Limited features, such as home theater system volume control and automatic switching to the TV’s HDMI input are possible.
Theater Speaker One-touch Theater Playback You can control the theater speaker with this unit’s Remote Control. “Home theater” with speaker icon appears when a Panasonic “Control with HDMI” home theater system is connected via the HDMI1 input. Pressing the OK button toggles between TV and home theater volume control. • “Ctrl with HDMI” must be set to “On”. • Limited to newer Panasonic Home Theater, RAM theater and DIGA/DVD models with “Control with HDMI”.
Operating Peripheral Equipment 4 Input the equipment’s 4-digit Remote Control code. (p. 71-74) 5 Confirm the equipment with the Remote Control. • The external equipment turns On. If the equipment does not operate with Remote Control • When your equipment has a single code → Input the remote control code again • When your equipment has multiple codes → Change the code with step 4 above and test again (p.
Remote Control Operation/Code List The following explains how to operate external devices with the Remote Control. • Register the Remote Control codes (p. 70) if you want to operate an external device of another manufacturer. (p. 72-74) Note: • Operation may not be possible depending on the available memory size of the Remote Control. This Remote Control is not designed to cover operation of all functions of all models.
Remote Control Operation/Code List (continued) Remote Control Code List Cable Converter Brand ABC Americast Bell South Digeo Director General Instrument GoldStar Code 0003, 0008 0899 0899 1187 0476 0003, 0276, 0476, 0810 0144 Brand Hamlin Jerrold Memorex Motorola Pace Panasonic Paragon Code 0009, 0273 0003, 0276, 0476, 0810 0000 0276, 0476, 0810, 1187, 1376 0008, 0237, 1877 0000, 0107 0000 Brand Philips Pioneer Pulsar Quasar Regal Runco Samsung Code 0317, 1305 0144, 0533, 0877, 1877 0000 0000 0273, 027
VCR Brand ABS Adventura Aiwa Akai Alienware American High Audiovox Broksonic Calix Canon Citizen Craig Curtis Mathes CyberPower Daewoo Dell Denon DirecTV Durabrand Dynatech Electrohome Electrophonic Emerex Emerson Fuji Funai Garrard Gateway GE GoldStar Gradiente Harley Davidson Code 1972 0000 0000, 0037, 0124 0175 1972 0035 0037 1479 0037 0035 0037, 1278 0037 0035, 0060, 1035 1972 0045, 1278 1972 0042 0739 0039 0000 0037, 0043 0037 0032 0000, 0037, 0043, 1278, 1479 0033, 0035 0000 0000 1972 0035, 0060, 080
Remote Control Operation/Code List (continued) DVD Brand Allegro Apex Digital Aspire Digital Blue Parade Broksonic California Audio Labs CineVision Coby CyberHome Daewoo Denon Disney DVD2000 Emerson Enterprise Funai Gateway GE Go Video Code 0869 0672, 0794, 0796, 0797, 1004, 1056, 1061, 1100 1168 0571 0695 0490 0833, 0869 1086 1024, 1129 0833, 0869 0490 0675 0521 0591, 0675 0591 0675 1158 0522 0741, 0833, 0869, 1075, 1158, 1304, 1730 Brand GoldStar Gradiente Grundig Hitachi Hiteker Integra JVC Kenwood Lec
Warning Indicators Indicator lights on the front of the unit alert you to the unit’s internal condition. (p. 10) If the Lamp, Power, or Temp indicators flash, turn unit off and follow the directions below. Indicator Symptom Problem Possible Solution TEMP Indicator Flashes red. Power shuts off. Internal overheat error. Wait a while, then turn unit back on. POWER Indicator Flashes orange 1 time. Power shuts off. Malfunction 1. Contact service center.*1 Flashes orange 2 times. Power shuts off.
Replacing the lamp unit CAUTION The lamp unit is sold separately. To purchase a replacement, call the Panasonic accessory department, toll free at: 1-800-332-5368. Lamp unit Part No. : TY-LA2006 Because of the possibility of injury, strictly follow the replacement procedure on the next page. Lamp unit replacement period The Lamp is a consumable item and it’s life varies based on individual usage. Panasonic warranties the original Lamp for a period of 18 months from the date of purchase of the TV.
Note: • Remove Front Cover after Front Door (p. 10) is opened. Pull on both ends of the Front Cover 2 fingertips to remove it. 1 with your 5 (1) Insert the new Lamp Unit being careful of the insertion direction. • Press on the arrow mark to confirm proper insertion. (2) Turn the Lamp Unit Lock/Open Knob to the right until it clicks. (2) 2 Lamp Unit Lock/Open Knob (1) Front Cover Lamp Unit Notes: • Properly dispose of the old lamp. Please see page 76.
Troubleshooting Before you call for service, determine the symptoms and make a few simple checks as shown below. Symptoms Checks Power does not turn ON. • Is the power cord plugged in? • The lamp cover is ajar. Firmly replace the cover. Remote Control/ Unit buttons do not function. Power does not turn ON or OFF. Image is distorted. Image freezes. • Press unit POWER button down over 7 seconds. The POWER indicator goes out. If the Power was On, the screen will also disappear.
Symptoms Checks Page Ghost images on screen. This may occur if stationary images, such as still video images, web pages, or filler bars (used for NORMAL aspect mode), are left on-screen for a prolonged time. • This is a characteristic of the DMD and not a malfunction. Try displaying constantly moving pictures which fill the entire screen, or turn the power OFF for a while to return the screen to normal. - An OSD advising “AIR FILTER CLEANING...” is displayed. • Please consult your nearest dealer.
Specifications PT-56DLX76 Power Source AC 120 V, 60 Hz Power Consumption Power ON: Power OFF: PT-61DLX76/PT-61DLX26 Approx. 220 W (When audio is at maximum) Approx. 0.5 W (When cooling fan is stopped with no CableCARD™) Element Size 0.65″ (Aspect ratio: 16:9) DMD elements Display method Single Chip DMD element, DLP™ system No. of pixels Resolution: 1 920 × 1 080 Display 56-inch, 16 : 9 aspect ratio Speaker 30 W [ 7.5 W + 7.
Cleaning To ensure continued excellent performance by this product, periodic cleaning is recommended. The unit contains many plastic parts. For this reason DO NOT use benzine, thinner or other chemicals to clean the unit. Dust will accumulate on the picture screen. Please wipe with a soft cloth from time to time. If you use a chemically treated cloth, please be careful to follow the instructions that come with the cloth. DO NOT bring into contact with insecticide or other volatile substances.
Customer Services Directory Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; locate your nearest Dealer or Servicenter; purchase Parts and Accessories; or make Customer Service and Literature requests by visiting our Web Site at: http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo You may also contact us directly at: 1-800-211-PANA (7262), Monday-Friday 9 am-9 pm; Saturday-Sunday 10 am-7 pm, EST.
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Index 1080i ................................................................................ 16, 23 1080p .................................................................................... 23 480i .................................................................................. 16, 23 480p ................................................................................ 16, 23 720p ................................................................................ 16, 23 A ASPECT button ....................
Customer’s Record The serial number of this product can be found on its back cover. You should note this serial number in the space provided below and retain this book, plus your purchase receipt, as a permanent record of your purchase to aid in identification in the event of theft or loss, and for Warranty Service purposes.
