Operating Instructions Model No. LCD TV TX-20LA80F TX-20LA80FS OFF TIMER GUIDE TV/AV OK MENU TEXT EXIT F.P. INDEX HOLD 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 C VCR ASPECT N REC VCR DVD PROGRAMME 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.
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media excitement Contents Be Sure to Read Enjoy rich multi-media Safety Precautions ······································ 4 (Warning / Caution) Notes ··························································· 5 Maintenance················································ 5 Quick Start Guide Accessories / Options ·········· 6 Identifying Controls ··············· 7 Connection ································ 8 Auto Setup ································· 9 Set top box Quick Start Guide Camcorder • ••
Safety Precautions Warnings and Precautions 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 re.) Ensure that the mains plug is easily accessible. Do not touch the mains plug with a wet hand. (This may cause electrical shock.) Do not damage the mains lead. (A damaged lead may cause re or electrical shock.) Do not move the TV with the lead plugged in the socket outlet.
Notes When cleaning the TV unit, remove the mains plug Do not block the rear air vents Ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items such as newspapers, tablecloths and curtains. (Cleaning an energized unit may cause electrical shock.) Remove the mains plug from the wall socket when TV is not in use for a prolonged period of time. Remove the mains plug from the wall socket before connecting or disconnecting any leads.
Accessories / Options Standard accessories Remote Control Transmitter • EUR765101C Check that you have the accessories and items shown Batteries for the Remote Control Transmitter (2) OK 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 C 0 • R6 (UM3) Operating Instructions Pan European Guarantee Card Clamper N TV Installing remote's batteries 1 Pull open 2 Close + - + - Note the correct polarity (+ or -) Hook Caution • • • • • Incorrect installation may cause battery leakage and corrosion, resulting in dam
Identifying Controls AV2 Function select Headphones jack (p. 19) ( Volume / Backlight / Contrast / Brightness / Colour / Sharpness / Tint (NTSC mode) / Bass / Treble / Balance / Tuning mode (p. 16) ) S-V V L On / Off switch AV2 terminals (p. 19) R Store setting (p.
Connection External equipments and cables shown in this manual are not supplied with this TV. Please ensure that the unit is disconnected from the mains before attaching or disconnecting any leads. Rear of the TV Watching TV VHF / UHF aerial Mains lead (Connect after all the other connections.
Auto Setup Search and store TV channels automatically. These steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed your local dealer. 1 Turn the TV On with the On / Off switch 2 Select your country • Deutschland Österreich France Italia España Portugal Nederland Danmark Sverige Norge Suomi Belgium Schweiz ELLADA Polska Česká republika Magyarország E.Eu OSD Language English Select country Select language Start ATP Manual tune 3 5 6 8 9 7 For Belgium, Switzerland and E.
Watching TV GUIDE OK 1 Turn power on 2 Select a programme number (for about 1 second) On / Off switch on unit should be On. up or EXIT down 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 VCR To select the two-digit programme number, e.g. 39 HOLD 3 9 (in a short time) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 C 0 Select from the Programme table VCR GUIDE select page select programme Volume OK ASPECT watch Programme Guide Prog.
Watching Videos and DVDs It is possible to connect a variety of external equipment to the TV unit. Once the equipment is connected, use the following procedure to view the input. To connect the equipment (p.
Viewing Teletext You can enjoy teletext broadcasting, including news, weather forecasts and subtitles, if this service is provided by the broadcasters. What is FLOF mode? In FLOF mode, four differently coloured subjects are situated at the bottom of the display. 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 Stop or resume automatic updating HOLD To resume HOLD Return to the main index page INDEX INDEX Call up a favourite pages F.P. •• Call up the page stored in "blue". Factory setting is "103".
How to Use Menu Functions Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions so that you can enjoy watching TV in your own way.
Adjustments / Con gurations (alternatives) Basic picture mode (Dynamic / Normal / Cinema) Set for each input signal Viewing mode Adjusts backlight, colour, brightness, etc.
Editing and Setting Channels The current channel settings can be changed according to your needs and reception conditions.
Name Select the programme number to edit Programme edit Prog. 1 2 3 4 5 : : : : : Chan. Name Lock Sys CH44 CH51 CH41 CH47 CH37 ABC XYZ FTP 123 456 Off Off Off Off Off SC1 SC1 SC1 SC1 SC1 Programme number select 3 FTP Cursor Edit To delete To add To move To lock After con rming, press red red green Select destination yellow yellow To change channel number : : : : : Chan.
External Equipment • Connections External equipments and cables shown are not supplied with this TV. Connect VCR / DVD recorder (Recording, Playback) AUDIO AV1 R L RGB VIDEO SCART VCR / DVD recorder Rear of the TV Connect DVD player (Playback) AV2 Side of the TV Connect the S-VIDEO or VIDEO terminal. S-V S-V V V L L R R AUDIO or AV1 R DVD player L RGB VIDEO SCART Rear of the TV Connect Set top box AV2 Side of the TV Connect the S-VIDEO or VIDEO terminal.
These diagrams show our recommendations for how to connect the TV unit to your various equipment. For other connections, consult the instructions of each equipment, the table below and the speci cations (p. 23).
Technical Information Aspect Ratio Press the ASPECT button to move through the tree aspect options: Auto, 4:3 and 16:9 Auto 16:9 Selecting AUTO mode of this TV will automatically cause the TV to display any incoming picture at its correct format, i.e. 16:9 or 4:3. 4:3 Auto Auto 4:3 4:3 4:3 will display a 4:3 picture at its standard 4:3 size and can be selected if you wish to view in this fornat.
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. .
FAQs Problem Actions Screen Chaotic image, noisy • • Set "P-NR" in the Picture menu (to remove noise). (p. 14) Check nearby electrical products (car, motorcycle, uorescent lamp). No image can be displayed • Is "Colour" or "Contrast" in the Picture menu set to the minimum? (p. 14) • Reset channels. (p. 16) Neither image nor sound is produced •• •• Is the unit in "AV mode"? Is the mains lead plugged into the socket outlet? Is the TV unit turned On? Check Picture menu (p. 14) and volume.
Speci cations TX-20LA80F TX-20LA80FS Power Source AC 220-240 V, 50 Hz Power Consumption Display panel Average use 52 W Standby condition 1W Aspect Ratio 4:3 Visible screen size 508 mm Number of pixels 307,200 (640 (W) × 480 (H)) Audio Output 2 × 3 W RMS, 8 Headphones M3 (3.
Information on Disposal for Users of Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (private households) This symbol on the products and/or accompanying documents means that used electrical and electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling, please take these products to designated collection points, where they will be accepted on a free of charge basis.
