Operating Instructions Plasma Television Model No. TH-58PZ700A POWER INPUT OPTION SD CARD ASPECT EXIT RETURN R G Y B STTL INFO MUTE CH VOL TV English Please read these instructions before operating your set and retain them for future reference. The images shown in this manual are for illustrative purposes only.
Turn your own living room into a movie theatre! Experience an amazing level of multiFull HD Plasma Panel Receive digital terrestrial services using an integrated (Digital Video Broadcasting) tuner Sharp pictures with HDMI terminal Create home theatre and DVD recorder link-ups with “VIERA Link” without complicated settings! Trade Mark of the DVB Digital Video Broadcasting Project (1991 to 1996) TH-58PZ700A Declaration of Conformity No 4597, 28 February 2007 2
media excitement Contents Be Sure to Read • •• Safety Precautions ······································ 4 (Warning / Caution) Notes ··························································· 5 Maintenance ··············································· 5 Enjoy rich multi-media Camcorder Personal computer DVD Recorder Set top box Enjoy your TV! Basic Features VCR DVD player •• •• Watching TV ·············································· 10 Using TV Guide ······································
Safety Precautions Warning Handling the mains plug and lead Insert the mains plug fully into the socket outlet. (If the mains plug is loose, it could generate heat and cause fire.) Ensure that the mains plug is easily accessible. Ensure the grounding pin on the mains plug is securely connected to prevent electrical shock. Do not touch the mains plug with a wet hand. (This may cause electrical shock.) Do not use any mains lead other than that provided with this TV. (This may cause fire or electrical shock.
Notes Caution Do not display a still picture for a long time When cleaning the TV, remove the mains plug (Cleaning an energized TV may cause electrical shock.) When TV will not be used for a long time, remove the mains plug This TV will still consume some power even in the Off mode, as long as the mains plug is still connected to a live socket outlet. Transport only in upright position Transporting the TV with its display panel facing upright or downward may cause damage to the internal circuitry.
Accessories / Options Standard accessories Remote Control Transmitter • N2QAYB000122 Check that you have the accessories and items shown Batteries for the Remote Control Transmitter (2) CH VOL TV Operating Instructions • Clamper (2) Mains Lead R6 (AA) Guarantee Installing remote’s batteries Using the clamper Pull open 1 Hook 2 Rear of the TV Close Snap open Note the correct polarity (+ or -) Remove from the TV Push both side hooks and pull out Snap shut Caution • •• • • Incorrect i
Identifying Controls SD CARD slot (p. 31) Function select PULL / Contrast / Brightness / Colour / •Volume Sharpness / Tint (NTSC mode) / Bass / Lift door to open Treble / Balance / Auto Tuning (p. 24) AUDIO AV4 IN S VIDEO VIDEO Changes the input mode L/MONO-R AV IN Headphones jack AV4 terminals HDMI3 terminal (p. 34) (p. 34) (p. 34) Mains power On / Off switch Remote control signal receiver C.A.T.S.
Basic Connection External equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this TV. Please ensure that the unit is disconnected from the mains socket before attaching or disconnecting any leads. When disconnecting the mains lead, be absolutely sure to disconnect the mains plug at the socket outlet first. Example 1 Connecting aerial Example 2 Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR TV only TV, DVD Recorder or VCR Rear of the TV Rear of the TV • If your recorder is not available for DVB p.
Auto Tuning Search and store TV channels automatically. These steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed by your local dealer. INPUT 2 Select your state OPTION SD CARD EXIT • You can now use the remote control to turn On the TV or turn the TV to standby mode.
Watching TV POWER 1 Turn power on 2 Select DVB (Digital Video Broadcasting) or Analogue Mains power On / Off switch should be On. POWER INPUT ASPECT OPTION SD CARD GUIDE EXIT RETURN 1 TEN Digital R G Y All DVB Services Select FAV List 10:30 am Corontation Street 9:00 am - 11:00 am Now B • STTL Information banner You can also select the mode using the TV button on the front panel of the TV.
■ Other useful functions (Operate after ) Display programme information INFO B Programme Service Current time Current favourite list To change the Fav List (If you have defined a Fav List) All DVB Services Select FAV List Software update To download new software to TV “System Update Search Now” (p.
Using TV Guide TV Guide―Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) provides an on-screen listing of programmes currently broadcast and future broadcasts over the next seven days (depending on the broadcaster). Analogue broadcasts will be listed after DVB broadcasts. “D” means DVB channel and “A” means Analogue channel. GUIDE POWER View TV Guide INPUT ASPECT Programme OPTION SD CARD GUIDE EXIT TV Guide date Current date and time Wed 12/05/04 10:15 am Fri 14th May Favourites Prog.
■ Other useful functions (Operate after viewing TV Guide) View details of the programme (DVB mode) Select the programme View details TV Guide To return to the start page Thu 05/08/04 10:49 am select Details INFO EXIT Return to List INFO View RETURN Select the programme now on the air (TV screen) Watch the programme select watch When this TV is turned on for the first time, or the TV is switched off for more than a week, it may take some time before the TV Guide is completely shown.
Watching Videos and DVDs Connect the external equipment (VCRs, DVD equipment, etc.) and you can watch the input. To connect the equipment (p. 8) The Remote Control is capable of operating some functions of selected Panasonic external equipment. POWER 1 Display the Input select menu 2 Select the input mode connected to the equipment INPUT MULTI PIP OPTION SD CARD ASPECT EXIT RETURN R G Y B F.P.
Panasonic equipment connected to the TV can be directly operated with the remote control.
Viewing Teletext You can enjoy teletext broadcasting, including news, weather forecasts and subtitles, if this service is provided by the broadcasters. What is FASTEXT mode? In FASTEXT mode, four differently coloured subjects are situated at the bottom of the screen. To access more information about one of these subjects, press the appropriately coloured button. This facility enables fast access to information on the subjects shown.
If you wish to hold the current page without updating HOLD INDEX Stop or resume automatic updating ■ To resume Return to the main index page Call up a favourite pages View in multi window •• STTL Call up the page stored in “blue”. Factory setting is “P801” (subtitle page). Watch TV and Teletext in two windows at once • MULTI PIP Operations can be made only in Teletext screen.
How to Use Menu Functions Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions. POWER 1 Display the menu 2 Select the menu • Displays the functions that can be set (varies according to the input signal) INPUT MULTI PIP OPTION SD CARD ASPECT EXIT access Main Menu VIERA Link Picture select Sound RETURN Setup R G Y 3 F.P.
■ Overview Main Menu VIERA Link Picture VIERA Link Menu VIERA Link Control Speaker Selection The menu of the accessed equipment Recorder Home Cinema (p. 33) Sound Setup Picture Menu Viewing Mode Contrast Brightness Colour Sharpness Tint Colour Balance Colour Management P-NR 1/2 Auto Warm Off Off 2/2 • Picture Menu Off Off Set How to Use Menu Functions (picture, sound quality, etc.) MPEG NR 3D-COMB Reset Picture Defaults (p.
How to Use Menu Functions ■ Menu list Item Menu Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) VIERA Link Speaker Selection Controls the connected Panasonic equipment “Easy control only with VIERA remote control” (p. 33) “Speaker control” (p. 33) You can also access VIERA Link Menu directly using the VIERA Link button on the remote control.
■ Menu list Item Menu Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Creates list of favourite programmes (p. 23) Auto Tuning Analogue Programme Edit DVB Manual Tuning Analogue Manual Tuning Add New DVB Services New Service Message DVB Signal Display Off Timer Automatically sets the channels received in the area (p. 24) Teletext Teletext display mode (TOP (FASTEXT) / List) (p. 16) Shipping Condition Resets all settings, for example, when moving house (p.
DVB Settings (DVB mode) DVB Settings provide access to various advanced features.
Create your favourite service List from various broadcasters (up to 4: FavList1 / FavList2 / FavList3 / FavList4). The list is displayed in information banner (p. 11), TV Guide (p. 12) and then easily accessed.
Editing and Setting Channels The current channel settings can be changed according to your needs and reception conditions. You can re-tune all TV channels when moving house or search for new services which may have recently started broadcasting.
• Edit the analogue programme position settings Select the channel to edit Channel Name Analogue Programme Edit Edit Analogue channels Cursor Prog. Chan.
Restore Settings Resets the TV to its original condition, i.e. no channels tuned in. All settings (channels, picture, sound quality, etc.) are reset.
Input Labels For easier identification and selection of the input mode, you can label each input terminals or skip terminal that is not connected to any equipment. (To select the input mode p.
Displaying PC Screen on TV The screen of the PC connected to the TV can be displayed on the TV. You can also listen to PC sound with the audio cable connected. To connect PC (p. 34) INPUT 1 Select the external input 2 Select “PC” OPTION SD CARD EXIT RETURN access Input Selection AV1 AV2 AV3 AV4 PC HDMI1 HDMI2 HDMI3 TV select •• Corresponding signals (p. 39) If “H-freq.” or “V-freq.” is shown in red, the signals may not be supported.
HDMI Functions HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) allows you to enjoy high-definition digital images and highquality sound by connecting the TV and the equipment. HDMI-compatible equipment (∗1) with an HDMI or DVI output terminal, such as a set top box or a DVD player, can be connected to the HDMI terminal using an HDMI compliant (fully wired) cable. About connections, see “External Equipment” (p. 34).
Viewing from SD Card Photo View: The still images recorded by the digital camera can be displayed. Movie View: The moving pictures recorded by the digital video camera can be played back. 1 2 POWER Insert the SD Card Select “Photo View” or “Movie View” Photo View OPTION SD CARD GUIDE select Movie View INPUT ASPECT access SD Card EXIT 3 Select the file to be viewed ■ Photo View Error display Selected photo (images that could not be loaded, etc.
(Photos and Movies) ■•To open For details on SD Cards (p. 38) ■ To insert ■ To remove Blue LED SD Card Label surface Push until a click is heard Open the cover Blue LED lights while SD Card is inserted if set “SD Card LED” to “On” in Setup Menu (p. 21).
VIERA Link “ ControlTM”∗ ∗Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with Panasonic products which have “HDAVI Control” function. This TV supports “HDAVI Control 2” function. Connections to some Panasonic equipment (DVD Recorder DIGA, HD Video Camera, Player theatre, Amplifier, etc.) with HDMI cables allow you to interface them automatically. The equipment with “HDAVI Control” function enables the following operations: Easy playback (p. 33) Power on Link (p. 33) Power off Link (p. 33) Speaker control (p.
You can control some functions of the connected Panasonic equipment with this TV remote control (point the remote control at the TV’s signal receiver). • • Available VIERA remote control buttons: (depending on the connected equipment) Move the cursor / select the menu If you cannot access the menu, check the settings and the equipment (p. 32).
External Equipment These diagrams show our recommendations for how to connect the TV to your various equipment. For other connections, consult the instructions for each piece of equipment, the table below, and the specifications (p. 43).
To watch satellite broadcasts S VIDEO 4 pin terminal Chrominance in Luminance in Set top box Chrominance earth Luminance earth Fully wired HDMI compliant cable HDMI terminal Hot Plug Detect DDC/CEC Ground SCL CEC TMDS Clock Shield TMDS Data0− TMDS Data0+ TMDS Data1 Shield TMDS Data2− TMDS Data2+ To listen with speakers or Amplifier with speaker system Optical digital audio cable PC • • 19 17 15 13 11 9 7 5 3 1 18 +5V Power 16 SDA 14 Reserved (in cable but N.C.
Technical Information Channel Allocation (Analogue mode) CH Display / Receive Channel CH 0 CH Display / Receive Channel S6 CH Display / Receive Channel CH 10 CH 5 S2 S 10 CH 6 CH 12 S 11 S5 CH 9 CH 5A CH9A S 44 CH 20 CH 75 Rating (DVB mode) Rating P C G PG Meaning Not classified Pre school Children General Parental Guidance recommended Rating M MA 15+ AV 15+ R Meaning Mature Mature Adult 15+ Adult strong Violence 15+ Restricted 18+ Aspect Ratio The optimum size and aspect can be chosen, and y
Updating the software system Update system software regularly to ensure that you have latest version software. If there is an update available, a notification banner is displayed when the channel has the update information. To download new software, press “OK” Downloading (approx. 20 min.) If you choose not to download, press “EXIT”. To update automatically Set “Auto Update Search in Standby” to “On” (p. 23) If there is a new version software being broadcast, the TV will download this automatically.
Technical Information Multi Window You can watch two images at once. (p. 11) The same input mode cannot be displayed at once. The sound is active for main screen only in multi window. You cannot change the aspect ratio in multi window. Multi window cannot be used with PC, SD card or HDMI (available for main screen only). Some signals are reformatted for suitable viewing on your display. The display timeout for the input mode or programme position can be adjusted by “Banner Display Timeout” in Setup Menu (p.
PC connection A PC may be connected to this TV so that the PC screen is displayed and sound is heard from the TV. PC signals that can be inputted: Horizontal scanning frequency 31 to 69 kHz; vertical scanning frequency 59 to 86 Hz (more than 1,024 signal lines could result in incorrect display of the image). A PC adapter is not necessary for the DOS/V-compliant D-sub 15-pin connector. • • •• •• Note Some PC models cannot be connected to this TV.
FAQs Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to resolve the problem. If problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. White spots or shadow images (noise) • Check the position, direction, and connection of the aerial. Permanently lit spots on screen Neither image nor sound is produced •• •• • Is the TV in “AV mode”? Is the mains lead plugged into the socket outlet? Is the TV turned On? Check Picture Menu (p. 20) and volume.
Problem • Actions Digital TV reception technology requires high quality, robust DTV signals which in some domestic aerial installations, may be relatively poor despite good analogue reception. • To maintain optimum signal quality from TV aerial, use a TV aerial splitter (as illustrated) when connecting two or more equipments to the same aerial.
Licence Trademark Credits DVB is a trademark of the DVB Digital Video Broadcasting Project (1991 to 1996). VGA is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, USA. S-VGA is a registered trademark of the Video Electronics Standard Association. Even if no special notation has been made of company or product trademarks, these trademarks have been fully respected. SDHC Logo is a trademark.
Specifications Power Source AC 220-240 V, 50 / 60 Hz Power Display Consumption panel Average use 680 W Standby condition 0.4 W Aspect Ratio Sound 16:9 147 cm (diagonal) Visible screen size 1,284 mm (W) × 723 mm (H) Number of pixels 2,073,600 (1,920 (W) × 1,080 (H)) [5,760 × 1,080 dots] Speaker Woofer (Φ 80 mm) × 2 pcs, Tweeter (23 mm × 100 mm) × 2 pcs Audio Output 31 W (15.5 W + 15.5 W), 10 % THD Headphones M3 (3.
WARRANTY - Australia only 1. The product is warranted for 12 months from the date of purchase. Subject to the conditions of this warranty Panasonic or it’s Authorised Service Centre will perform necessary service on the product without charge for parts or labour if, in the opinion of Panasonic, the product is found to be faulty within the warranty period. 2.
