Model No. Número de modelo TC-L32C5 / TC-L32C5X / TC-32LC54 TC-L42U5 / TC-L42U5X Owner’s Manual 32” Class 720p LCD HDTV (31.5 inches measured diagonally) 42” Class 1080p LCD HDTV (42 inches measured diagonally) Manual de usuario Televisión de alta definición de 720p y clase 32” de LCD (31,5 pulgadas medidas diagonalmente) Televisión de alta definición de 1080p y clase 42” de LCD (42 pulgadas medidas diagonalmente) For assistance (U.S.A./Puerto Rico), please call: 1-877-95-VIERA (958-4372) www.
Experience an amazing level of multimedia excitement Enjoy rich multimedia USB device Camcorder VCR Personal computer Cable box Amplifier with Speaker system DVD Recorder/ Blu-ray Disc recorder DVD Player/ Blu-ray Disc player This product incorporates the following software: (1) the software based in part on the work of the Independent JPEG Group, (2) the software developed by the FreeType Project, (3) open sourced software other than the software licensed under the GPL and/or LGPL.
HDMI, the HDMI logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Contents Please read before using the unit •• Safety Precautions..................................................4 •• •• •• •• •• Accessories/Optional Accessory.............................7 Connections....................
Safety Precautions 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. The lightning flash with arrowhead within a triangle is intended to tell the user that parts inside the product are a risk of electric shock to persons.
19) An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines, other electric light, power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal. 20) Unplug this LCD TV from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a.
FCC STATEMENT This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Accessories/Optional Accessory Accessories Check you have all the items shown. Accessories Remote Control Transmitter zz TZZ00000008A Batteries for theRemote Control Transmitter (2) zz AAA Battery Pedestal Accessories Assembly screws (4) A M5 × 4 Quick Start Guide Please contact your nearest Panasonic dealer to purchase the recommended wall-hanging bracket. For additional details, please refer to the wall-hanging bracket installation manual. Back of the 42” TV Back of the 32” TV 15.
Attaching the pedestal to TV Set-up zz Fix securely with assembly screws A . (Total 4 screws) zz Tighten screws firmly. Foam mat or thick soft cloth A Do not disassemble or modify the pedestal. zz Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result. Do not use any pedestal other than that provided with this TV. zz Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result. Do not use the pedestal if it becomes warped or physically damaged.
Connections Connection Panels Front of the TV HDMI 3 of 42” only USB PC terminal DIGITAL AUDIO OUT A B Antenna or Cable connection VHF/UHF Antenna Power Cord (Connect after all the other connections have been made.
AV cable connection To use HDMI terminals AV Equipment HDMI AV OUT Best HDMI-DVI Conversion cable L R e.g. Blu-ray Disc DVI OUT AV Equipment AUDIO OUT e.g. Blu-ray Disc player or or or zz CEC function connection, please refer to p. 22 zz The HDMI connection is required for a 1080p signal. zz DVI to HDMI with Audio in: only HDMI 1 support. Computer AUDIO OUT To use COMPONENT terminals green Y green green blue PB COMPONENT blue blue VIDEO OUT red Good PR red red e.g.
Identifying Controls TV controls/indicators Front of the TV POWER button Selects channels in sequence Remote control sensor within about 23 feet (7 meters) in front of the TV set Volume up/down Changes the input mode Chooses menu and submenu entries zz The TV consumes a small amount of electric energy even when turned off. zz Do not place any objects between the TV remote control sensor and remote control.
First Time Setup First time setup screen is displayed only when the TV is turned on for the first time after the power cord is inserted into a wall outlet and when “Auto power on” (p. 32) is set to “No”.
Auto channel setup ( ANT/Cable setup) Select the connected Antenna in terminal ANT/Cable setup Step 3 of 6 Cable Antenna Not used select ANTENNA Cable In Not used: Go to (Label inputs) OK ANTENNA Cable In OK Select RETURN Select “Start” Auto program Step 4 of 6 Start select Skip Skip: Go to (Label inputs) Getting started Select “Not used” when no wire is connected to the “Antenna/Cable” terminal. zz Typical when a Cable/Satellite box is connected to a TV AV input.
Give names to the TV’s inputs (Label inputs) When done, select NEXT and press OK to go to the next step. Label inputs Step 5 of 6 HDMI 1 HDMI 2 select PC NEXT OK Next Select Blu-ray, DVD ... HDMI Select Change Edit RETURN G ABC R HDMI RETURN G ABC R 1 @. 2 ABC 3 DEF 4 GHI 5 JKL 6 MNO 7PQRS 8 TUV 9WXYZ 0 -, LAST abc B Y Del et e Follow the instructions on screen to complete the following operations. 1 @.
Watching TV Turn power on (Remote) (TV) zz Please select correct input --> or Select a channel number (p.18) To directly enter the digital channel number up or When tuning to a digital channel, press the button to enter the minor number in a compound channel number. down example: CH15-1: Other Useful Functions Listen with SAP (Secondary Audio Programming) Select the Audio mode for watching TV Digital mode Press SAP to select all available audio service (if available).
Displaying Information Displays and removes information. When watching programming via the Antenna/Cable input, shows the channel banner. Clock Channel THE NEWS 15-2 12:30 PM ABC-HD CC SAP TV-G 1080i Standard 4:3 30 Station SAP Signal identifier indication resolution Closed caption Rating Level Picture mode Sleep timer remaining time Aspect ratio Change aspect ratio and Zoom the picture Press FORMAT to cycle through the aspect modes (p.
Call up a favorite channel FAVORITE Channel numbers registered in Favorite are displayed on the favorite tune screen. Select the desired broadcast station with the cursor or use the number buttons. (p. 15) Favorite channels 1 1/3 select 26-1 2 or 3 4 5 Set the Favorite channel For more datails, please refer to p. 27. To change the page FAVORITE Press repeatedly or to change pages (1/3, 2/3, 3/3). Getting started Favorite channels cannot be set when using Cable or Satellite box.
Watching content from external devices With the connected equipment turned On Display the Input select menu Select the input mode Input select 1 ANT/Cable in 2 HDMI 1 DVD 3 HDMI 2 Comp./Video DVD AUX 4 Component PC AUX 4 5 Video PC DVD 6 PC (example) or select enter (shortcut) press the corresponding NUMBER button on the remote control to select the input of your choice. Or, press the INPUT button repeatedly to cycle through the available inputs.
The Media Player You can enjoy photos or music contents stored in a USB storage device. Select the Image viewer auto play function Display “Main Menu”. Press or to select Image viewer auto play. HDMI control On 2/2 ECO/energy saving Adjust No Pictureviewer Image mode auto play Select the Advanced setup item in Setup. Setup No Auto power on Adjust Menu Select Advanced setup Select Press or to adjust Image viewer auto play.
Viewing photos There are three types of view modes. Multi View: This view allows you to search for photos in a grid format. These pictures are displayed using thumbnail data in each image file. Press to move the highlight in one window. If all of Photos Date : 2011-07-29 05:10:15 640x480 the photos will not fit in one screen, when pressing at the top left thumbnail, the screen will move to the previous page.
During playback You can listen to music from a list of available files. to pause. zz Press . zz To resume normal playback, press . zz To adjust volume , press / zz Press to set repeat mode Off > 1 > All. zz During playback, you can adjust the AUDIO menu functions from the Music menu. To set the repeat mode: Press to open the Music Menu. Press or to select Repeat. Press or to set Off > 1 > All. Press . To close the Music Player Press .
CEC function This TV supports standard CEC function: Power on link and Power off link. HDMI cable This function needs an HDMI compliant (fully wired) cable. Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilized.It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cable. Recommended part number:RP-CDHS15 (4.9 ft/1.5 m), RPCDHS30 (9.8 ft/3.0 m), RP-CDHS50 (16.4 ft/5.0 m) * For more details on the external equipment’s connections, please refer to the operating manual for the equipment.
Connecting HD Camcorder/Digital camera Press INPUT and select an available HDMI terminal, then connect the camcorder to this input. After connection, confirm the CEC function. (p.
HDMI control and Available features To use all CEC function: After everything is connected, in HDMI control menu, set “CEC function” to “On”.Some features are disabled depending on the “CEC function” version of the equipment.
Power on link Yes: The TV is turned on automatically and switches to the appropriate HDMI input whenever Standard CEC function compatible equipment is initially turned on and the Play mode is selected. Power off link When “Yes” is selected and the TV is turned off, all connected Standard CEC function compatible equipment is also automatically turned off. • A Panasonic DVD Recorder will not turn off if it is still in Rec mode.
Editing and Setting Channels The current channel settings can be changed according to your needs and reception conditions.
Auto program (Set automatically) Use this procedure when changing the channel setup or changing the channel display.Also, use this to add or skip channels from the channel list manually. You can select a channel tuning mode (Digital only/Analog only) in “Channel surf mode” (p. 32) Edit zz Caption Edit CH caption Channel Select “Edit” Apply Channel Caption ... ... Yes 3 ... Favorite ... Yes 4 ... ... Yes 5 ... ...
How to Use Menu Functions Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, Audio, and other functions so that you can enjoy watching TV best suited for you. Display the menu zz Shows the functions that can be adjusted. zz Some functions will be disabled depending on the type of input signal. Menu structure Menu Menu bar Press OK to move to the Menu items. Input labels HDMI 1 Menu items Press OK to proceed to next screen if available.
Picture settings Adjust the image or picture quality Settings Reset to defaults Items Standard Item Description Resets all picture adjustments to factory default settings except for “Advanced picture”. rovides enhanced picture contrast and sharpness for viewing in a well-lit room. Recommended for normal viewing conditions with subdued room lighting. Picture mode Vivid Cinema For watching movies in a darkened room. It provides a soft, film-like picture.
Settings Items Item Description • Some menus are grayed out depending on the input signal or condition. (e.g. “3:2 pulldown” will be grayed out if the input signal is high definition or you are viewing photos, etc.) Advanced picture 3D Y/C filter Off/On Minimizes noise and cross-color in the picture. MPGE NR Off/On Reduces noise of specific digital signals of DVD, Cable box, etc. Black level Dark/Light Selects Dark or Light.
Lock Locks specified channels or shows to prevent children from watching objectionable content. You will be asked to enter your password each time you display the Lock menu. • Password setting/entering (p. 16) Set “Custom” in “Mode” to specify “Channel”, “Game” and “Program” settings. Settings Mode Channel (These channels will be blocked regardless of the program rating.) Items Off All Item Description Custom Mode Unlocks all the Lock settings of “Channel”, “Game” and “Program”.
Setup Other function settings Settings Items Channel surf mode All/Favorite/ Sets the mode to select the channel with the Channel up/down button. Digital only/ Favorite: Only channels registered as FAVORITE. (p. 17) Analog only Selects the screen menu language. English/ Español/ Français Language Item Description Adjusts the clock. (p. 14) Clock ANT/Cable setup See p. 26-27 for more detail. Selects the terminal and label of the external equipment.
Ratings List for parental control “V-chip” technology enables you to lock channels or shows according to standard ratings set by the entertainment industry. U.S. MOVIE RATINGS (MPAA) NR G PG PG-13 R NC-17 X NO RATING (NOT RATED) AND NA (NOT APPLICABLE) PROGRAMS. Movie which has not been rated or where rating does not apply. GENERAL AUDIENCES. All ages admitted. PARENTAL GUIDANCE SUGGESTED. Some material may not be suitable for children. PARENTS STRONGLY CAUTIONED.
Technical Information Aspect Ratio (FORMAT) Press the FORMAT button to cycle through the aspect modes. This lets you choose the aspect depending on the format of the received signal and your preference. (p. 16) (e.g.: in case of 4:3 image) zz FULL zz JUST FULL JUST Enlarges the 4:3 image horizontally to the screen’s side Stretches to justify the 4:3 image to the four corners of edges.(Recommended for anamorphic picture) the screen.
Data format for Media player with USB You can enjoy photos or music contents stored on a USB storage device. JPEG Photo: JPEG Exif ver2.1 Data format: Max. number of files: 500 / folder 4096 x 4096 pixels ; 920 x 1080 pixels Image resolution: Music Player MP3 Max. number of files: 500 / folder Sampling frequency: 16 kHz, 22.05 kHz, 24 kHz, 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz Bit rate: From 8 to 320 kbps zz Supported file system: FAT32.
HDMI connection HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) allows you to enjoy high-definition digital images and highquality sound by connecting the TV unit and HD devices. HDMI-compatible equipment (*1) with an HDMI or DVI output terminal, such as a Cable or Satellite box or a DVD player, can be connected to the HDMI connector using an HDMI compliant (fully wired) cable. zz HDMI is the world’s first complete digital consumer AV interface complying with a non-compression standard.
PC Input Terminals Connection zz Signal Names for D-sub 15P Connector Pin No. Signal Name 6 7 1 2 3 4 Pin No. Signal Name G Ground SDA B Ground H-sync Reserved 5V V-sync Reserved Ground SCL 5 Pin Layout for PC Input Terminal Signal Name Ground 9 10 8 Pin No.
Care and Cleaning First, unplug the Power cord plug from the wall outlet. Display panel The front of the display panel has been specially treated. Wipe the panel surface gently using only a cleaning cloth or a soft, lint-free cloth. zz If the surface is particularly dirty, soak a soft, lint-free cloth in diluted mild liquid dish soap (1 part mild liquid dish soap diluted by 100 times the amount of water) and then wring the cloth to remove excess liquid.
Specifications TC-L32C5 / TC-L32C5X / TC-32LC54 AC 110-127 V, 60 Hz Power Source Power Consumption Display panel Rated Power Consumption 97 W Standby condition 0.3W Aspect Ratio 16:9 Visible screen size 32” class (31.
TC-L42U5 / TC-L42U5X AC 110-127 V, 60 Hz Power Source Power Consumption Display panel Sound Rated Power Consumption 172 W Standby condition 0.3W Aspect Ratio (No. of pixels) 16:9 42” class (42 inches measured diagonally) 36.6” × 20.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) If there is a problem with your TV, please refer to the table below to determine the symptoms, then carry out the suggested check. If this does not solve the problem, visit the Panasonic website for further assistance. (see cover) Questions How do I view the picture from devices such as a: Cable/Satellite box, game console, Blu-ray or DVD player? Answers zz Press the INPUT button on the remote to select the correct input source.
Questions Why is there no sound coming from the TV? Sound Why is the sound unusual, distorted, low volume or in another language? Why is there a clicking, ticking or buzzing sound coming from the TV unit? What is the easiest and best way to connect a High-Definition Cable or Satellite box to the TV? zz Check that the correct SAP (Secondary Audio Program) is selected by pressing the SAP button on the remote control. zz Check that all connections of external equipment connected to the TV are secure.
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