N 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 C 0 Operating Instructions Wide LCD TV Model No. TX-17LX2 The image shown is for illustration purpose only. Colour Television [U.K. Standard] Please read these instructions before operating your set and retain them for future reference.
Welcome Dear Panasonic Customer, We hope that you have many years of enjoyment from your new TV. The Quick Start Guide section at the beginning of this instruction book will allow you to use the TV as quickly as possible. We recommend that you then read the complete instruction book, and keep it to refer to as you explore the range of advanced features that this LCD TV offers. Contents Accessories ................................................................ 2 Warnings and Precautions ..................
Warnings and Precautions • This TV set is designed to operate on 15 volt AC adapter which operate on AC 220-240 V, 50 / 60 Hz. • To prevent damage which might result in electric shock or fire, do not expose this TV set to rain or excessive moisture. This TV must not be exposed to dripping or splashing water and objects filled with liquid, such as vases, must not be placed on top of or above the TV. • Keep unneeded small parts and other objects out of the reach of small children.
Fitting remote control batteries 1 2 3 + - + - “R6 (UM3)” size Pull and hold the hook, then open the battery cover. Insert batteries - note correct polarity ( + and -). Replace the cover. • Make sure that the batteries are fitted the correct way round. • Do not mix old batteries with new batteries. Remove old, exhausted batteries immediately. • Do not mix different battery types, i.e. Alkaline and Manganese or use rechargeable (Ni-Cad) batteries.
Quick Start Guide 1 Connection and setting up options Please ensure that the unit is disconnected from the mains before attaching or disconnecting any leads. AV1 AV2 SET TOP BOX RGB RF cable (Not supplied) VIDEO S-V AV1 R L V AV2 DCIN 15V RGB VIDEO S-V R L V Scart cables (Not supplied) RF cable (Not supplied) VCR / DVD Recorder Scart Connections • The VCR / DVD Recorder can be connected to the TV using a Scart cable, if you are using a Scart equipped VCR / DVD Recorder.
Quick Start Guide 3 Programmes will appear immediately if your dealer has programmed the TV for you. CH44 AUTO SETUP IN PROGRESS SEARCHING : PLEASE WAIT If the TV has not been programmed for you then Auto setup will begin. Stored CH44 21 EXIT The TV will search for Analogue stations: 68 : To exit TV stations will be located, sorted into order and stored ready for use. Analogue stations are sorted into channel order, but can be changed to your preference. See page 13.
Basic controls: top panel and remote control F (Function select) Displays the On Screen Display functions, use repeatedly to select from the available functions - Volume, Contrast, Brightness, Colour, Sharpness, Tint (in NTSC mode), Bass, Treble, Balance and Tuning mode. Increases or decreases the programme position by one. When a function is already displayed, press to increase or decrease the selected function. When in Standby mode, switches TV On.
Using the On Screen Displays Many features available on this TV can be accessed via the On Screen Display menu system. Use the remote control as shown below to access and adjust features as desired. The MENU button is used to open the main menus and also to return to the previous menu. MENU OK The up and down cursor buttons are used to move the cursor and select menus. N The left and right cursor buttons are used to access menus, adjust levels or to select from a range of options.
Picture menu Press the MENU button. MENU Move to choose Picture menu. OK Access Picture menu. N Move to choose menu option. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 C 0 Adjust chosen option or access chosen menu. Press the EXIT button at any time to go back to watching TV. EXIT TV Viewing mode The Viewing mode menu allows you to select three different screen settings - Dynamic, Normal and Cinema.
Sound menu Press the MENU button. MENU Move to choose Sound menu. OK Access Sound menu. N Move to choose menu option. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 C 0 Adjust chosen option or access chosen menu. Press the EXIT button at any time to go back to watching TV. EXIT TV Press the OK button after having adjusted some features to store the new settings as the default (replacing the factory setting). Bass Increase or decrease level to enhance or minimise lower, deeper sound output.
Setup menu Press the MENU button. MENU Move to choose Setup menu. OK Access Setup menu. N Move to choose menu option. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 C 0 Adjust chosen option or access chosen menu. Press the EXIT button at any time to go back to watching TV. EXIT TV Off timer Switches the TV off within a preset time which you can choose from between 0 to 90 minutes in 15 minute intervals. Power on preference Set to TV to view picture from TV tuner.
Tuning menu – overview Press the MENU button. MENU Move to choose Setup menu. OK Access Setup menu. N Move to choose Tuning menu. Access Tuning menu. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 C 0 Move to choose menu option. Adjust chosen option or access chosen menu. TV Press the EXIT button at any time to go back to watching TV. Press the OK button after having adjusted some features to store the new settings as the default (replacing the factory setting).
Tuning menu – Programme edit MENU Press the MENU button. Move to choose Setup menu. OK Access Setup menu. N Move to choose Tuning menu. Access Tuning menu. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 C 0 Move to choose Programme edit. Access Programme edit. TV Move to choose programme position (e.g., Prog. 3). Make required change, e.g., moving a programme channel (see the relevant procedure below). EXIT Press the EXIT button at any time to go back to watching TV.
Tuning menu – Programme edit Renaming a programme channel Move to the Name column. Programme edit Prog. 1 2 3 4 5 Choose the new character. The box at the bottom of the screen shows the character currently selected. : : : : : Chan. Name Lock CH44 CH51 CH41 CH47 CH37 XYZ FTP 123 456 Off Off Off Off Off ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRST UVWXYZ+-. 0123456789 Move to the next character position. Continue until renaming is done. Press the OK button to store the new name.
Tuning menu – Auto setup Auto setup automatically retunes your TV. This feature is useful if, e.g., you move house and wish to retune your TV to receive the local stations. MENU Press the MENU button. OK Move to choose Setup menu. Access Setup menu. N Move to choose Tuning menu. Access Tuning menu. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 C 0 Move to choose Auto setup. Access Auto setup. Press to start Auto setup.
Tuning menu – Manual tuning It is possible to retune individual programme positions: MENU Press the MENU button. OK Move to choose Setup menu. Access Setup menu. N Move to choose Tuning menu. Access Tuning menu. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 C 0 Move to choose Manual tuning. TV Access Manual tuning. Select the programme position to be tuned. 1 Press repeatedly until required station is found. When the desired station is found, press the OK button to store. The programme position will flash.
Shipping condition Shipping condition allows you to reset the TV to its original condition, i.e., no channels tuned in. This is useful, for example, if you move to a different area when you will probably want the TV to tune itself to your new local stations. This can be done either through the Shipping condition menu or through the Auto setup menu. The Shipping condition menu will reset all data, clearing all analogue tuning information and resetting all control levels back to factory settings.
Owner ID Owner ID allows you to enter a security code(Owner ID) and personal details into its memory, so that in the unfortunate event of theft it will help the Police to trace the owner. If you wish to check the personal details already entered into the TV (except your PIN number), press the F button(top panel) and hold for 6 seconds(initially the volume level function will appear, as you continue to hold down the F button it will disappear again, and the Owner ID information will appear).
Aspect Controls The Widescreen TV will allow you to enjoy viewing the picture at its optimum size and aspect, including widescreen cinema format pictures. Press the ASPECT button repeatedly to move through the six aspect options: ASPECT OK Panasonic Auto, 16:9, 14:9, 4:3, Zoom1 and Zoom2 OR Press the ASPECT button. Whilst the on screen selector keys are displayed, use the Red or Green buttons to move in either direction through the six aspect options.
Aspect Controls 16 : 9 16 : 9 16:9 will display a true 16:9 (anamorphic) picture with no aspect distortions. 16 : 9 14 : 9 14 : 9 14:9 will display a 14:9 picture at its standard 14:9 size without any stretching. 14 : 9 4:3 4:3 4:3 will display a 4:3 picture at its standard 4:3 size with no aspect distortions. 4:3 Zoom1 Zoom1 Zoom1 will display 16:9 letterbox or 4:3 pictures with no aspect distortions.
VCR / DVD operation The Remote Control is capable of operating some functions of selected Panasonic VCRs and DVD (Digital Versatile Disc) equipment. Some VCR and DVD equipment have different functions, so to ensure compatibility please refer to the equipment’s instruction book or consult your dealer for details. Standby Press to switch the VCR, DVD or DVD recorder to Standby mode. Press again to switch back on.
Teletext operation • Teletext features may vary depending on the Broadcasting Companies and is only available if the channel selected is transmitting Teletext. • Pressing the MENU button whilst in Teletext operation will display the contrast function with a cyan bar, press to alter the setting as required. • Pressing the MENU button whilst in Teletext operation will display special function options at the bottom of the screen.
Teletext operation Accessing sub pages When Teletext information exceeds one page, it may take some time for the automatic changing of the sub pages to reach the sub page you require. As each sub page is found its number is displayed at the top of the page so that you may select it; as more sub pages are picked up, the display at the top of the page changes, so that you are always offered the most recently transmitted selection of sub pages.
Audio / Video connections It is possible to connect a variety of additional equipment to this TV. The following pages detail how to connect external equipment to the rear of the TV. Once your equipment is connected, use the following procedure to view the input: TV/AV Press the TV/AV button. Whilst the on screen selector keys are displayed, press coloured buttons to select the AV source you wish to view.
Audio / Video connections AV1 AV1 AV2 AV2 RGB DCIN 15V RGB VIDEO S-V R L V VIDEO S-V R L V How to connect the AV1 Scart terminal AV1 AV1 AV2 RGB VCR SET TOP BOX DVD PLAYER CAMCORDER GAME CONSOLE / COMPUTER(RGB) VIDEO S-V R L V L V How to connect the AV2 Input terminals Video OUT R AV2 S-Video OUT Audio OUT S-V L R AV1 L V AV2 RGB VIDEO VCR / S-VIDEO VCR DVD PLAYER CAMCORDER S-VIDEO CAMCORDER S-V Connect the S-VIDEO or VIDEO terminal.
Troubleshooting 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, please contact your local Panasonic dealer, quoting the model number and serial number (both found on the rear of the TV).
Specifications Power Source Power Consumption LCD Screen Size Sound Speaker Audio Output Headphones Receiving Systems / Band name Aerial - Rear Operating Conditions Connection Terminals AV1 (Scart connecter) AV2 VIDEO S-VIDEO AUDIO L - R Dimensions ( W × H × D ) Including TV Stand TV Set Only Weight AC 100-240 V, 50 / 60 Hz Average use : 50 W Standby condition : 2.5 W TV set DC 15 V, 3.5 A max. Wide XGA (1,280 × 768 pixels) 16:9 aspect ratio LCD panel 372.5 mm (W) × 223.
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