Operating Instructions Digital LCD Television Model No. TX-26LXD65F TX-32LXD65F DVB DIRECT Analogue TV REC MODE GUIDE TV/AV OK MENU EXIT TEXT STTL INDEX HOLD 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 C VCR ASPECT N REC VCR DVD PROGRAMME IDTV 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 Set top box Safety Precautions ······································ 4 (Warning / Caution) Notes ··························································· 5 Maintenance················································ 5 Quick Start Guide Accessories / Options ·········· 6 Identifying Controls ··············· 7 Connection ································ 8 Auto Setup ································· 9 Enjoy your TV! VCR DVD player ••
Safety Precautions Warnings + 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 fire.) 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 fire or electrical shock.) Do not move the TV with the lead plugged in the socket outlet.
Notes Keep the TV away from this equipment When cleaning the TV unit, remove the mains plug (Cleaning an energized unit may cause electrical shock.) Remove the mains plug from the wall socket when TV is not in use for a pro longed period of time. Remove the mains plug from the wall socket before connecting or disconnecting any leads. 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.
Accessories / Options Standard accessories Remote Control Transmitter • MODE OK EUR7651050A 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 C 0 Check that you have the accessories and items shown Batteries for the Remote Operating Instructions Control Transmitter (2) R6 (UM3) Pan European Guarantee Card • N IDTV Clamper Installing remote's batteries 1 Attaching the clamper Pull open Hook Close 2 Rear of the TV + - + - Bundle the cables Note the correct polarity (+ or -) To tighten: To loosen: Caution •
Identifying Controls Function select Headphones jack (p. 30) ( Volume / Backlight / Contrast / Brightness / Colour / Sharpness / Tint (NTSC mode) / Bass / Treble / Balance / Tuning mode (analogue mode) (p. 20) ) AV3 S-V AV3 terminals (p. 30) V On / Off switch L Store setting (p. 20) R ( Remote control signal receiver ) Used to store tuning and other function settings Switches TV/AV Selects programmes in sequence (senses brightness to adjust picture quality in "Auto" viewing mode) (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 Ŷ Watching TV VHF / UHF aerial Mains lead (Connect after all the other connections.) AV1 AV2 Rear terminal portion (enlarged view) • Connect to AV1 or AV2 for a unit supporting Q-Link (p. 26).
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 • You can now use the remote control to turn On the unit or turn the unit to standby mode.
Watching TV 1 Turn power on 2 Select DVB (Digital Video Broadcasting) or Analogue (for about 1 second) On / Off switch on unit should be On.
Ŷ Other Useful Functions (Operate after ) Freeze / unfreeze picture Hold Display subtitles HOLD Display / hide subtitles (DVB only) STTL Display programme information • To change the language, see "Preferred Language Setting" (p. 18) or "Subtitles" (p. 22). • DVB Details EXIT To set display timeout (p.
Viewing Teletext You can enjoy teletext broadcasting, including news, weather forecasts and subtitles, if this service is provided by the broadcasters. What is TOP / FLOF mode? In TOP / 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 Ŷ To resume HOLD Return to the main index page INDEX • •• INDEX Call up a favourite pages STTL TOP / FLOF mode only (Analogue mode only) Call up the page stored in "blue". Factory setting is "P103".
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.
Some Panasonic VCR and DVD equipment connected to the TV unit can be directly operated with the remote control.
How to Use Menu Functions Ŷ Menu list 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 / Configurations (alternatives) Basic picture mode (Dynamic / Normal / Cinema) Set for each input signal Viewing mode Adjusts backlight, contrast, brightness, colour, sharpness for each picture mode to suit your taste Backlight Contrast Brightness Colour Sharpness • Adjusts tint of image For NTSC signal reception only Chooses the colour balance of the entire image (Cool / Normal / Warm) Automatically reduces unwanted picture noise (Off / Normal / Dynamic / Auto) Not valid on HDMI and HD sign
Advanced DVB Settings 1 Display the menu 2 Select "Setup menu" MENU Pay-TV OK MENU EXIT M ain m e n u P ictu r e m e n u next Common Interface Module select Sound menu S etu p m e n u 3 IDTV 4 Select "DVB Setup Menu" Setup menu Q-Link Control with HDMI AV1 out AV2 out Teletext Off timer DVB Setup Menu System language Shipping condition next AV2 On Monitor Monitor FLOF Off Access select Preferred Language Setting Select "System Setup" or "System Update" DVB Setup Menu Profile Edit Child L
(DVB mode only) Insert the CI module (optional) This TV receiver works only Pay TV modules complying with CI standard. CI slot Caution • • Turn Off the On / Off switch on the TV unit whenever inserting or removing the CI module. If a view card and a card reader come as a set, first insert the card reader, then insert the view card into the card reader.
Editing and Setting Channels The current channel settings can be changed according to your needs and reception conditions.
(Analogue mode) 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 select Programme number 3 FTP Cursor Edit Ŷ To lock : : : : : Chan. Name Lock Sys CH44 CH51 CH41 CH47 CH37 ABC XYZ FTP 123 456 Off Off Off Off Off SC1 SC1 SC1 SC1 SC1 • 1 2 3 4 5 Chan.
Editing and Setting Channels Your favourite channels can be listed, and children can be prevented from watching specific channels.
(DVB mode) Create your favourite channel list (Profile) from various broadcasters (up to 4: Profile 1 to 4). The list is displayed in information banner (p. 10) and then easily accessed.
Editing and Setting Channels (DVB mode) You can re-tune all TV channels when moving house or search for new services which may have recently started broadcasting. OK MENU EXIT 1 Display the menu 2 Select "Setup menu" MENU M ain m e n u P ictu r e m e n u Sound menu next select S etu p m e n u 3 4 Ŷ To exit EXIT • 5 No data is stored if an Auto Setup sequence is interrupted.
Common Interface Module (DVB mode) The Common Interface Module menu provides access to software contained on Common Interface (CI) Modules. These can be inserted in the “CI” slot located at the rear of the TV. IMPORTANT NOTES: • This TV receiver works only Pay TV modules complying with CI standard. • Switch off the TV using the control panel switch before inserting or removing a module. • If you are installing a TV software update, please follow the dedicated instructions supplied with the module.
External Equipment Q-Link Q-Link interlocks the TV unit and VCR / DVD recorder, enables easy recording and playback. Ŷ Condition • •• Ŷ Download analogue channel settings • • Ŷ Features available Use the VCR / DVD recorder with the following logos: "Q-Link", "NEXTVIEWLINK", "DATA LOGIC", "Easy Link", "Megalogic", or "SMARTLINK" Connect the equipment to this unit’s AV1 or AV2 terminal via a "fully-wired" SCART cable. (p. 28) Q-Link terminal setup in Setup menu (Q-Link, AV1/AV2 out). (p.
Control with HDMI " Control" Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with Panasonic products which have "HDAVI Control" function. HDMI connections to some Panasonic equipments (Panasonic DVD Recorder DIGA) allow you to enjoy the easy playback, power on link and power off link. About connections, see "Connections" (p. 29). Read the manuals of the equipment too. Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilized. About applicable equipments, consult your local Panasonic dealer.
External Equipment Connections • External equipments and cables shown are not supplied with this TV. Ŷ Connect VCR / DVD recorder (Recording, Playback) COMPONENT VIDEO AV2 AV1 RGB VIDEO AUDIO PR PB Y R L RGB S-VIDEO VIDEO 1 AV For Q-Link connection (p. 26) VCR / DVD recorder 2 AV SCART Rear of the TV Ŷ Connect DVD player (Playback) Side of the TV Connect the S-VIDEO or VIDEO terminal.
Ŷ Connect VCR / DVD recorder and Set top box (example) VCR / DVD recorder COMPONENT VIDEO RGB VIDEO AUDIO PR PB AV2 AV1 Y R RGB S-VIDEO VIDEO SCART SCART L 1 AV HDMI Set top box or 2 AV SCART SCART Rear of the TV • Ŷ Connect DVD recorder and VCR (example) COMPONENT VIDEO RGB VIDEO AUDIO PR PB AV2 AV1 Y R SCART SCART L RGB S-VIDEO VIDEO VCR 1 AV SCART 2 AV External Equipment DVD recorder Rear of the TV Advanced Control with HDMI (p.
External Equipment Connections (overview) 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 specifications (p. 39). Camcorder / Game equipment AV3 S-V (S-VIDEO) V (M3 plug) (VIDEO) L R (AUDIO) To watch satellite broadcasts Set top box To record / playback DVD Recorder / VCR Headphones SCART cable Ŷ To adjust volume "Headphone volume" in the Sound menu (p.
To watch DVDs PC DVD player RF cable Computer (Listening) COMPONENT VIDEO L or AV2 AV1 Control with HDMI (p. 27) RGB VIDEO RGB S-VIDEO VIDEO DIGA 1 AV • 2 AV When using HDMI2 terminal as Control with HDMI, select the external input to HDMI2 for the first time (p. 14).
Technical Information Shipping condition (Restore settings) Shipping condition will reset all settings, even if Child Lock PIN number (p. 22), clearing all DVB and Analogue tuning data and resetting all control levels back to factory settings.
Aspect Ratio The optimum size and aspect can be chosen, and you can enjoy finer images. (p. 11) ŶAuto aspect: Auto aspect determines the best aspect ratio to use to fill your screen. It does this using a four step process to determine if the picture being viewed is a widescreen picture. If Auto aspect detects a widescreen signal it switches into the appropriate 16:9 or 14:9 widescreen mode.
Technical Information HDMI connection HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) allows you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality sound by connecting the TV unit 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. • • • • • HDMI is the world's first complete digital consumer AV interface complying with a non-compression standard.
SCART, S-video and HDMI terminals information Ŷ AV1 SCART terminal Ŷ AV2 SCART terminal (RGB, VIDEO, Q-Link) (RGB, VIDEO, S-VIDEO, Q-Link) Suitable inputs for AV1 include RGB (Red / Green / Blue).
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 or Panasonic Customer Care Centrefor assistance. White spots or shadow images (noise) Direct TV record / Q-Link functions not recording • Please confirm SCART cable and connection. Also please set "AV1/AV2 out" in the Setup menu (p. 16) • Check the position, direction and connection of the aerial.
To customer using indoor aerial In order to enjoy a good quality DVB image, it is important to receive a good quality DVB signal. For this purpose check "Signal Condition" in Tuning Menu (p. 24). A level of at least 5 is required in order to provide a good picture. It may be necessary to adjust the position and direction of the aerial to achieve the best possible result. • • • • • Is the HDMI cable connected properly? (p. 30) Turn Off the TV unit and equipment, then turn them On again.
FAQs Problem Chaotic image, noisy Screen No image can be displayed Blurry or distorted image (no sound or low volume) Neither image nor sound is produced Sound No sound is produced Sound level is low or sound is distorted • Actions •• • •• •• •• •• •• Set "P-NR" in the Picture menu (to remove noise). (p. 16) Check nearby electrical products (car, motorcycle, fluorescent lamp). Is "Colour" or "Contrast" in the Picture menu set to the minimum? (p. 16) Reset channels. (pp.
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.
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.
