Model No. English TX-40DS400B Operating Instructions LED TV For more detailed instructions, please refer to [eHELP] (Built-in Operating Instructions). ● How to use [eHELP] (p. 15) Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product. Please read these instructions carefully before operating this product and retain them for future reference. Please carefully read the “Safety Precautions” of this manual before use. The images shown in this manual are for illustrative purposes only.
● For information about the trademarks, refer to [eHELP] (Support > Licence).
Important Notice Notice for DVB / Data broadcasting / IPTV functions This TV is designed to meet the standards (as of August, 2015) of digital services. ● Not all the features are available depending on the country, area, broadcaster, service provider and network environment. ● Compatibility with future services is not guaranteed.
● This TV is designed to operate on AC 220-240 V, 50 / 60 Hz. ● Insert the mains plug fully into the mains socket. ● To turn Off the apparatus completely, you must pull the mains plug out of the mains socket. Consequently, the mains plug should be easily accessible at all times. ● Disconnect the mains plug when cleaning the TV. ● Do not touch the mains plug with wet hands. ● Do not damage the mains lead. •• Do not place a heavy object on the lead.
■■Pedestal Warning ● Do not disassemble or modify the pedestal. Caution ● Do not use any pedestal other than the one provided with this TV. ● Do not use the pedestal if it becomes warped or physically damaged. If this occurs, contact your nearest Panasonic dealer immediately. ● During setup, make sure that all screws are securely tightened. ● Ensure that the TV does not suffer any impact during installation of the pedestal. ● Ensure that children do not climb onto the pedestal.
LED TV Declaration of Conformity (DoC) “Hereby, Panasonic Corporation declares that this TV is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the Directive 1999/5/EC.” If you want to get a copy of the original DoC of this TV, please visit the following website: Accessories Standard accessories Remote Control (p. 11) ● N2QAYB001009 http://www.ptc.panasonic.eu/doc Authorized Representative: Panasonic Testing Centre Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Pedestal (p.
Bracket (R) 2 R L R Base (L) L Base (R) 3 B R ■■Preparations Take out the pedestal and the TV from the packing case and put the TV onto a work table with the screen panel down on the clean and soft cloth (blanket, etc.). ● Use a flat and firm table bigger than the TV. ● Do not hold the screen panel part. ● Make sure not to scratch or break the TV. Removing the pedestal from the TV Be sure to remove the pedestal in the following way when using the wall-hanging bracket or repacking the TV.
Connections 9 AV2 (COMPONENT / VIDEO) ● 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 cables. ● Check the terminal type and cable plugs are correct for connection. ● Use a fully wired HDMI compliant cable. ● Use a fully wired SCART cable. ● Keep the TV away from electronic equipment (video equipment, etc.
■■DVD Recorder (VCR) / Satellite receiver TV Other connections ■■DVD Player (COMPONENT equipment) TV (Viewing) (Listening) DVD Player ■■Camcorder / Game equipment (VIDEO equipment) RF cable TV SCART cable HDMI cable Terrestrial aerial DVD Recorder / VCR Satellite receiver Network A broadband network environment is required to be able to use internet services. ● If you do not have any broadband network services, please consult your retailer for assistance.
■■Amplifier (listening with external speakers) ● Use HDMI2 to connect the TV to an amplifier which has ARC (Audio Return Channel) function. TV If connecting to an amplifier without ARC function, use DIGITAL AUDIO. ● To enjoy multi-channel sound from external equipment (e.g. Dolby Digital 5.1ch), connect the equipment to the amplifier. For information about the connections, read the manuals of the equipment and amplifier. TV CI module ■■VIERA Link ● Use HDMI1 - 2 for VIERA Link connection.
Identifying Controls Remote Control 8 [Option Menu] ● Easy optional setting for viewing, sound, etc. 9 Coloured buttons (red-green-yellow-blue) ● Used for the selection, navigation and operation of various functions. 10 Volume Up / Down 11 Numeric buttons ● Changes channel and teletext pages. ● Sets characters. ● When in Standby mode, switches TV on. 12 [eHELP] ● Displays [eHELP] (Built-in Operating Instructions). 13 Input mode selection ● TV - switches to DVB / Analogue mode.
■■Installing / Removing batteries Pull open Hook Indicator / Control panel ● When pressing 4, 5, 6 buttons, the control panel guide appears on the right side of the screen for 3 seconds to highlight which button has been pressed. Close Note the correct polarity (+ or -) 4 5 1 6 2 3 7 Rear side of the TV 1 Remote control signal receiver ● Do not place any objects between the TV remote control signal receiver and remote control.
First time Auto Setup When the TV is turned on for the first time, it will automatically search for available TV channels and give options to set up the TV. ● These steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed by your local dealer. ● Please complete connections (p. 8 - 10) and settings (if necessary) of the connected equipment before starting Auto Setup. For information about the settings for the connected equipment, read the manual of the equipment.
Operations Turn power on Watching TV 1 Select the TV viewer from [Home Screen] select (TV) access or (Remote Control) ● Mains power On / Off switch should be on. (p. 12) The last viewed [Home Screen] is displayed. Example: [TV Home Screen] 2 Select the mode ● Selectable modes vary depending on the channels stored. 3 Select a channel up down or Example: Selected content screen ● DVB channel position begins from number 1 upward. Analogue channel position numbers are in the 0 - 99 range.
How to Use eHELP [eHELP] is the detailed operating instructions built into the TV, and gives a more detailed explanation for a better understanding of the operation of each feature. 1 Display [eHELP] or [Help] [eHELP] ● If the [eHELP] has been accessed previously since the TV was turned on, the confirmation screen is displayed to select whether to go to the [First page] or to the [Last viewed page].
FAQs Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem. ● For details, refer to [eHELP] (Support > FAQs). The TV does not switch on ● Check the mains lead is plugged into the TV and the mains socket. ● The fuse in the mains plug may have blown. Replace it with one of an identical rating. (p. 3) The TV goes into Standby mode ● Auto power standby function is activated. The remote control does not work or is intermittent ● Are the batteries installed correctly? (p.
Maintenance Specifications First, remove the mains plug from the mains socket. ■■TV Display panel, Cabinet, Pedestal Regular care: Gently wipe the surface of the display panel, cabinet, or pedestal by using a soft cloth to remove dirt or fingerprints. For stubborn dirt: (1) First clean the dust from the surface. (2) Dampen a soft cloth with clean water or diluted neutral detergent (1 part detergent to 100 parts water). (3) Wring out the cloth firmly.
ETHERNET RJ45, IEEE802.3 10BASE-T / 100BASE-TX USB 5 V, Max. 500 mA [Hi-Speed USB C D (USB 2.0)] DIGITAL AUDIO output PCM / Dolby Digital, Fibre optic Receiving systems / Band name DVB-T / T2 Digital terrestrial services PAL I UHF E21 - 68 PAL I VHF A - J CATV S1 - S20 UHF E21 - E69 CATV S21 - S41 (Hyperband) PAL 525/60 Playback of NTSC tape from some PAL Video recorders (VCR) or NTSC disc playback from DVD player and recorder M.NTSC Playback from M.
■■When using the wall-hanging bracket Please contact your local Panasonic dealer to purchase the recommended wall-hanging bracket. ● Holes for wall-hanging bracket installation Rear of the TV 200 mm 200 mm (View from the side) Depth of screw minimum: 8 mm maximum: 11 mm Diameter: M6 Screw for fixing the TV onto the wall-hanging bracket (not supplied with the TV) Warning ● Using other wall-hanging brackets, or installing a wallhanging bracket by yourself have the risk of personal injury and product damage.
Disposal of Old Equipment and Batteries Only for European Union and countries with recycling systems These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries must not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and used batteries, please take them to applicable collection points in accordance with your national legislation.
