Operating Instructions Digital LCD Television Model No. TX-26LXD60A TX-32LXD60A 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 U.K. Standard 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 living room into a home theatre! Experience an amazing level of multi-media excitement Receive terrestrial digital services using an integrated (Digital Video Broadcasting) tuner (Display DVB programmes with TV Guide (p. 12) / Timer recording (p. 34) / Register and instantly call up favourite programmes with Profile Edit (p. 26)) Sharp pictures with HDMI terminal Control DVD recorder / VCR via TV with Q-Link connection (p.
Contents Be Sure to Read Enjoy rich multi-media Satellite receiver Quick Start Guide Accessories/Options············ 6 Identifying Controls ·············· 7 Basic Connection ·················· 8 Auto Setup······························ 10 Enjoy your TV! Basic Features VCR DVD player •• •• Watching TV ·············································· 11 Using TV Guide (DVB) ······························ 12 Viewing Teletext ········································ 14 Watching VCR, DVD and Satellites ······
Safety Precautions Warnings & Precautions Handling the mains plug Power source Ensure that the mains plug is easily accessible at all times. The On/Off switch on this model does not fully disconnect the TV from the mains supply. Remove the mains plug from the wall socket when the TV set is not used for a prolonged period of time. Remove the mains plug from the wall socket before connecting or disconnecting any leads. This TV set is designed to operate on 220-240V, 50 Hz AC.
Keep the TV away from this equipment Electronic equipment Certain equipment may cause interference to sound and picture if placed near to this TV. Do not remove the cover Do not remove the rear cover as live parts are accessible when it is removed. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Equipment with an infrared sensor This TV also emits infrared rays (this may affect operation of other equipment).
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) Pan European Guarantee Card • R6 (UM3) 1 Year Guarantee Registration CRM (Customer Relationship Management) N Clamper IDTV Attaching the clamper Installing remote's batteries 1 Pull open Hook Close 2 Rear of the TV + - + - Bundle the cables Not
Identifying Controls ( ( Function select Headphones jack (p. 30) Volume / 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 to store tuning and (Used other function settings ) Remote control signal receiver Increases or decreases the programme position by one.
Basic Connection External equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this TV. Please ensure that the TV is disconnected from the mains socket before attaching or disconnecting any leads. 1 Ex. Connecting aerial (TV only) 2 Ex.
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Auto Setup Search and store TV channels automatically. These steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed your local dealer. 1 Plug the TV into mains socket and switch On (Takes a few seconds to be displayed) • DVB Auto Setup Please Wait ! 21 Prog. Channel Service Name • • 68 NetID. TS ID.
Watching TV DVB Analogue MODE GUIDE 1 Turn power on 2 Select DVB (Digital Video Broadcasting) or Analogue (Press for about 1 second) MAINS power On / Off switch should be On. Picture will appear.
Using TV Guide (DVB mode) TV GuideʊElectronic Programme Guide (EPG) provides an on-screen listing of programmes currently broadcast and future broadcasts over the next seven days (depending on the broadcaster).
Ŷ Other useful functions (Operate after Select the programme View details of the programme ) View details DVB TV Guide Thu 05/08/04 18:49 To return to the start page select Details OK View Programme Exit Return to List Select the programme now on the air (TV screen) select Watch the programme OK watch Select the programme to be broadcast DVB Timer Programming Pos. Name Thu 05/08/04 18:49 Date Start End min.
Viewing Teletext You can enjoy news, weather forecasts and subtitles, etc. (depending on the broadcaster) DVB (digital broadcasting) mode DVB teletext services DVB teletext services differ greatly from analogue teletext. When you switch to a DVB teletext service, the images you see can contain graphics and text, laid out and controlled in a manner decided by the broadcaster. You can check if the programme has teletext information. • Information banner (p.
Analogue mode What is FASTEXT mode (default)? In FASTEXT 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. What is List mode? In List mode, four differently coloured page numbers are situated at the bottom of the screen. Each of these numbers can be altered and stored in the TV’s memory.
Viewing Teletext (Continued) Analogue mode Ŷ Using Analogue teletext (Continued) If you wish to hold the current page without updating HOLD Stop automatic updating HOLD Ŷ To resume HOLD Return to the main index page INDEX INDEX • FASTEXT mode only View subtitles by pressing STTL button Subtitles View in multi window STTL • Factory setting is "P888" (subtitle service) on blue button. Watch TV and Teletext in two windows at once • • TEXT Operations can be made only in Teletext screen.
Watching VCR, DVD and Satellites The Remote Control is capable of operating some functions of selected Panasonic VCRs and DVD (Digital Versatile Disc) equipment. Connect the Satellite receiver and you can watch satellite broadcasts. To connect the equipment (p. 8) 1 Turn the TV on Ŷ When connecting with SCART as example 2 or 3 (p. 8 and p.
How to Use Menu Functions •M a i n me nu How to operate (p. 20 and p.
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How to Use Menu Functions Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions. • Setup menu (p.
Ŷ Menu list Item Menu Viewing mode Selects four different screen settings (Dynamic / Normal / Cinema / Auto) In each Viewing mode setting, Contrast, Brightness, Colour, Sharpness, Tint (in NTSC only), Colour balance can be adjusted and stored to suit your particular viewing requirement (e.g., you may require different settings for viewing sports, films, news etc.
How to Use Menu Functions • Picture menu, Sound menu (p.
Ŷ Menu list Item Menu Q-Link Selects which AV terminal is to be used for data communication between this TV and a compatible recording equipment (AV1 / AV2) (p. 36) Control with HDMI Control with HDMI function (Off / On) (p.
DVB Settings (DVB mode) The "DVB Setup Menu" provides access to various advanced features.
The Common Interface Module menu provides access to software contained on Common Interface (CI) Modules. Insert the CI module (optional) (Rear of the TV) CI slot Caution • • Pay-TV Common Interface Module • • Insert or remove straightly and completely Turn Off MAINS power On / Off switch 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. Do not insert the module up side down.
Profile Edit / Child Lock (DVB mode) Your favourite channels can be listed, and control channel audience.
Create your favourite channel list (Profile) from various broadcasters (up to 4: Profile 1 to 4). The list is added to "Category" in TV Guide (p. 12) and information banner (p. 11) and then easily accessed.
DVB Tuning Menu (DVB mode) You can re-tune all TV channels when moving house or search for new services which may have recently started broadcasting. If in Analogue mode 1 DVB Analogue MODE Select DVB DVB Analogue MODE 2 Display the menu 3 Select "Setup menu" MENU OK MENU EXIT M a in m e n u Pic tu r e m e n u OK Sound menu select Se tup m e n u Ŷ To return to TV EXIT • 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: • 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. • Insert / remove a module straightly to the CI slot.
Editing and Setting Channels The analogue channel settings can be changed according to your needs and reception conditions.
(Analogue mode) Edit the analogue programme position settings Name Select the channel to edit Programme edit Prog. 1 2 3 4 5 : : : : : Chan. Name Lock CH44 CH51 CH41 CH47 CH37 ABC XYZ FTP 123 456 Off Off Off Off Off Delete Edit channels Programme edit Move 3 FTP select Cursor Download Edit Ŷ To delete Ŷ To change the name of the broadcaster red After confirming, press displayed when selecting channels red Programme edit Ŷ To add Prog.
Restore Settings Resets the TV to its original condition, i.e. no channels tuned in. All settings other than "Owner ID" (channels, picture, sound quality, etc.) are reset.
Owner ID Entry of the security code (PIN number) and "personal information" (your name, address and post code). In the unfortunate event of theft it will help the Police to determine the owner. If you have skipped the Owner ID input in "Auto Setup" (p. 10), and input it later, start from . If you input the Owner ID in "Auto Setup" (p. 10), perform .
Recording Controls Timer Programming (DVB mode) from Menu The Timer programming menu allows you to choose programmes that you wish to record. At the correct time, the DVB system will switch on and tune to the correct station (even if the TV is in Standby mode). If the recording equipment is compatible with Q-Link or similar technologies (p. 36) and connected to the TV’s AV1, AV2 terminal using a SCART cable (p. 40), you do not need to programme the device – the DVB system will control the recording process.
Start making the settings OK start Repeat the operations as below, and set items in the order of to OK set select the item OK DVB Timer Programming Previous timer programming event , and can also be entered with numeric buttons. Thu 05/08/04 18:49 Pos. Name Date Start End min.
Q-Link Functions Q-Link connects the TV unit and VCR / DVD recorder, enables easy recording and playback. Ŷ Condition • •• Ŷ Download analogue channel settings • Features available Ŷ• 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. 40) Q-Link terminal setup in Setup menu (Q-Link, AV1/AV2 out). (p. 23) Perform Auto setup. (p.
HDMI Functions 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. About connections, see "External Equipment" (p. 40).
HDMI Functions (Continued) Control with HDMI " Control" Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with Panasonic products which have "HDAVI Control" function. HDMI connections to some Panasonic equipment (Panasonic DVD Recorder DIGA) allow you to enjoy easy playback, power on link or power off link. About connections, see "External Equipment" (p. 40). Read the manuals of the equipment too. This function needs an HDMI compliant (fully wired) cable. Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilized.
Easy playback Automatic Input switching-When the connected Panasonic equipment is operated, input mode is switched automatically. When it is stopped operating, input mode is returned. Power on link When the connected equipment starts playback or direct navigator or function menu are activated, the TV is automatically turned on. (Only when TV is in Standby mode.) Power off link When TV is set to Standby mode, the connected Panasonic equipment is also automatically set to Standby.
External Equipment 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. 47).
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 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.
SCART, S-video and HDMI terminals information Ŷ AV1 SCART terminal Ŷ AV2 SCART terminal (RGB, 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 Centre for assistance. For details (p. 48) White spots or shadow images (noise) • Check the position, direction, and connection of the aerial.
Problem Chaotic image, noisy Screen No image can be displayed Blurry or distorted image (no sound or low volume) 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. 21) Check nearby electrical products (car, motorcycle, fluorescent lamp). Is "Colour" or "Contrast" in the Picture menu set to the minimum? (p. 21) Reset channels. (p. 28 and p. 30) Is "Sound Mute" active? (p.
On screen messages On screen messages Problem All tuning data will be erased Are you sure ? Are you sure you want to delete this timer ? Press OK to delete timer Press Exit to return Bad Signal DOWNLOAD IN PROGRESS PLEASE WAIT DVB Tuner Locked This programme is locked for recording Feature not available Incorrect PIN Number Invalid DVB Channel Invalid system time. Please exit ! Max number of Timer already set ! New DVB Service Found! Press OK start Auto Setup Press EXIT to Ignore.
Index Accessories ············ 6 Add New Service ·· 28 Ambience·············· 21 Aspect············· 11, 42 Auto Setup··· 10, 28, 31 AV1/AV2 out ··· 23, 36 A Category list·········· 12 Child Lock ············· 27 CI module ······· 25, 29 Clamper ·············· 6, 9 Component ··········· 43 Connection ········· 8, 40 Control with HDMI ·· 38, 40 C Direct TV Recording ···36 Display Timeout ·····25 Download to equipment ··················· 10, 31 DVB Auto Setup···· 28 DVB LED ·········· 7, 13 DVB settings ·
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