● How to use [eHELP] (p. 14) 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.
Panasonic has no authority to and does not grant you that permission and explicitly disclaims any right, ability or intention to obtain such permission on your behalf.
If you detect anything unusual, ● Do not use an unapproved pedestal / mounting immediately remove the mains equipment. Be sure to ask your local Panasonic plug. dealer to perform the setup or installation of approved wall-hanging brackets. ●...
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Do not use the pedestal if it becomes warped or Caution physically damaged. If this occurs, contact your nearest Panasonic dealer immediately. Allow sufficient space (at least 10 cm) around the TV in order to help prevent excessive heat, which could lead ●...
■ Accessories Moving the TV Caution Before moving the TV, disconnect all cables. Remote Control ● At least two people are required to move the TV. (p. 11) ■ When not in use for a long time ● N2QAYB001008 Caution This TV will still consume some power even in the Off mode, as long as the mains plug is still connected to a live mains socket.
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■ <Style 1> Assembling / Removing the pedestal Assembly screw (4) M5 × 10 Assembly screw (4) M4 × 12 Bracket (2) Pedestal assembly Assembling the pedestal ● Select a method to assemble the pedestal from the following 2 styles. ●...
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■ <Style 2> 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 1 Remove the assembly screws from the TV. 2 Pull out the pedestal from the TV. 3 Remove the assembly screws from the bracket Preventing the TV from falling over...
Connections Basic connections ■ Mains lead ● External equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this TV. ● Please ensure that the unit is disconnected from the 220-240 V mains socket before attaching or disconnecting any 50 / 60 Hz cables.
● If the aerial is placed in the wrong location, Network interference might happen. 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. ●...
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[Mode1]: If connecting to an amplifier without ARC function, use DIGITAL AUDIO OUT. For better compatibility. Set to [Mode1] when the ● To enjoy multi-channel sound from external image or sound in HDMI input is not played properly. equipment (e.g. Dolby Digital 5.1ch), connect the [Mode2]: equipment to the amplifier.
Identifying Controls 9 Coloured buttons (red-green-yellow-blue) ● Used for the selection, navigation and operation of various functions. Remote Control 10 Volume Up / Down 11 Numeric buttons ● Changes channel. Australia ● Changes channel and teletext pages. New Zealand ● Sets characters.
■ First time Auto Installing / Removing batteries Tuning Pull open Hook 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. Close ● These steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed by your local dealer.
Watching TV Tick the TV signal mode to tune, and then select [Start Auto Tuning] : tune (search for the available channels) : skip tuning Turn power on Auto Tuning is now complete and (TV) your TV is ready for viewing. If tuning has failed check the RF cable, and the network connection, and then follow the on-screen instructions.
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. Display [eHELP] [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 Parts of the TV become hot ● Parts of the TV may become hot. These temperature rises do not pose any problems in terms of performance or quality. Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem. When pushed with a finger, the display panel moves ●...
Maintenance Specifications ■ First, remove the mains plug from the mains socket. Model Name Display panel, Cabinet, Pedestal 40-inch model TH-40DX600U, TH-40DX605U Regular care: 55-inch model Gently wipe the surface of the display panel, cabinet, TH-55DX600U, TH-55DX605U or pedestal by using a soft cloth to remove dirt or fingerprints.
Visible screen size (diagonal) Receiving system / Band name Digital TV 40-inch model 100 cm Australia 7 MHz VHF / UHF (Australia) free-to-air TV 55-inch model broadcast reception 139 cm New Zealand Display resolution 8 MHz VHF / UHF (New Zealand) free-to-air TV broadcast reception 3 840 (W) ×...
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■ 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 40-inch model a: 200 mm b: 200 mm 55-inch model a: 400 mm...
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If there is a major failure in regard to the product which cannot be remedied then you must notify us within a reasonable period by contacting the Panasonic Customer Care Centre. If the failure in the product is not a major failure then Panasonic may choose to repair or replace the product and will do so in a reasonable period of time from receiving notice from you.
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WARRANTY - New Zealand only NEW ZEALAND Distributed in New Zealand by Panasonic New Zealand Limited 350 Te Irirangi Drive East Tamaki, Private Bag 14911, Panmure Auckland Tel. 09 272 0100 Customer Care Center Email: Customerservice@nz.panasonic.com www.panasonic.co.nz Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union This symbol is only valid in the European Union.