Watching my Home Screen • Information • How to use • Settings Basic • Basic connection • Selecting channel • Information banner • Option Menu • Subtitle • Off Timer • Last view External equipment • External connection • Watching external input • Operating with TV’s remote control • HDMI features • Terminal information • Valid input signals For best picture • Viewing Mode • Ambient Sensor...
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Teletext • Viewing Teletext • Teletext mode Tuning and editing channels • Setting menu • Favourites Edit • Channel List • Auto Setup • Manual Tuning • Update Channel List • New Channel Message • Signal Condition Internet service Internet content • Information • Selecting internet content • Note Network connections • Internet connection • Note Network settings • Network Connection...
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Home network DLNA • Information • Using DLNA Network connections • DLNA connection • Note Network settings • Network Connection • Custom - Wireless • Custom - Wired • Custom - Wireless Access Point • Network Status • TV Remote App Settings • Network Link Settings • Software Update • New Software Message Photos • Selecting file • Viewing photo...
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Technical information • Photo format • Video format • Music format Media Player Using Media Player • Information • Selecting device / mode Photo mode • Selecting file • Viewing photo • Sorting photos • Using slideshow Video mode • Selecting file • Watching video • Video Setup • Audio output settings Music mode • Selecting file • Playing music • Music Setup...
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• How to use • Settings VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” • Summary of VIERA Link • Preparations • Easy playback • Power on Link • Power off Link • Standby Power Save • Intelligent Auto Standby • VIERA Link Control • Speaker Selection • Note Child Lock • Using Child Lock • PIN number • Parental Rating Data Service Application • Using Data Service Application...
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• Auto Standby • No signal Power off Setup • Eco Navigation • USB Device Setup • Child Lock • Tuning Menu • Language • Display Settings • Common Interface • VIERA Link Settings • Data Service Application • System Menu • Other Settings Support FAQs • Picture • Digital TV • Analogue TV • Sound • HDMI • Network • Other Maintenance...
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Letters enclosed in a box indicate remote control buttons. Menu Letters in cyan indicate on-screen display items. References in this eHELP The images shown in this eHELP are for illustrative purposes only. ● - 9 -...
Watching my Home Screen Information “my Home Screen” is a gateway to the TV, applications, and more. It provides easy access to special features such as the Media Player, videos, games, communication tools, etc. as shown below (example). HOME HOME Home Screen Selected content screen (TV, application, etc.) Home Screen Selection...
How to use Home Screen provides access to special features such as the Media Player, TV, internet content, data services, communication tools, etc. 1. Display Home Screen with HOME (Example) The last viewed Home Screen is displayed when the TV is turned on. ●...
Settings Select the setup menu from the tool guide on the top of the screen, or use coloured button to display the setup menu. (Example) ■ Home Screen Selection 1. Display Home Screen Selection with HOME (Example) 2. Select the screen with and press to set Full Screen...
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■ Search You can search the content from various features. 1. Select Search from the tool guide 2. Follow the on-screen instructions = Note = To use this function fully, you need a broadband network environment. ● Ensure the network connections and network settings are completed. Internet service Network connections Internet service...
Basic Basic connection Please ensure that the unit is disconnected from the mains socket before attaching or disconnecting any cables. ■ Aerial Terrestrial / cable terminal RF cable Terrestrial aerial or cable For DVB-C, DVB-T, Analogue ● ■ DVD Recorder / VCR Terrestrial / cable terminal RF cable DVD Recorder / VCR...
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■ DVD Recorder / VCR and Set top box HDMI terminal HDMI cable Set top box Satellite dish AV1 (SCART) terminal SCART cable Terrestrial / cable terminal RF cable DVD Recorder / VCR Terrestrial aerial or cable For VIERA Link connections ●...
Selecting channel 1. Display the TV Selection screen with 2. Select the mode with and press to set DVB-C DVB-T Analogue The selectable modes vary depending on the channels stored. ● You can also select the mode pressing repeatedly on the remote control ●...
The postcode entry or update may be required depending on the country ● you select. Follow the on-screen instructions. ■ To watch pay-TV For information of the encrypted channels ● Functions Common Interface Using Common Interface Consult the operator / broadcaster or CI module manufacturer for more ●...
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Dolby Dolby D, HE-AAC: Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital or HE-AAC audio track Subtitle service available Teletext service available Multiple audio available Multiple video available Multiple audio and video available Stereo, Mono: Audio mode Data service (Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV application) available Functions Data Service Application Using Data Service Application...
Option Menu Confirm or change the current status. 1. Display Option Menu with OPTION 2. Select one of the following items with and press to access Voice Guidance Settings Multi Video Multi Audio Dual Audio Sub Channel Subtitle Language Teletext Character Set Teletext Language Volume Correction The function items vary depending on the country you select.
Teletext Character Set Sets the teletext language font. Settings Setup Display Settings Teletext Language Selects between alternative languages for teletext (if available). For DVB mode ● Selects multiplex sound mode (if available). Settings Sound Advanced settings For Analogue mode ● Volume Correction Adjusts the volume of each individual channel or input mode.
Last view Switch to a previously viewed channel or input mode easily with LAST VIEW. Press again to return to the current view. ● = Note = Watching less than 10 seconds is not reflected in the previously viewed ● channel or input mode.
External equipment External connection These diagrams show our recommendations for connection of your TV to various pieces of equipment. For other connections, consult the instructions for each piece of equipment. For basic connection ● Watching Basic Basic connection Check the terminal type and cable plugs are correct when connecting. ●...
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■ AV devices AV2 (COMPONENT) terminals Component cables DVD player AV2 (VIDEO) terminals Composite cables Camcorder / Game equipment ■ USB devices USB port USB cable Communication Camera = Note = It is recommended to connect the devices to the TV’s USB ports directly. ●...
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You cannot connect any devices by using USB card reader. ● Additional information for the devices may be on the following website. ● (English only) http://panasonic.net/viera/support ■ To listen with speakers DIGITAL AUDIO Optical digital audio cable Amplifier with speaker system To enjoy the sound from the external equipment in multi-channel sound ●...
Watching external input Connect the external equipment (VCRs, DVD equipment, etc.) and you can watch through the input. 1. Display the input selection menu with 2. Select the input mode connected to the equipment with and press to watch (The selected mode is displayed on the top left of the screen) TV receives input signals automatically connecting with SCART when ●...
Start recording (DVD Recorder / VCR) ■ How to change the code Each Panasonic product has its own remote control code. Change the code according to the product for operation. 1. Press and hold Standby On / Off switch during the following operations 2.
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Codes for each product and features ● 70: DVD Recorder, DVD Player, Blu-ray Disc Player 71: Player theatre, Blu-ray Disc theatre 72: VCR 73 (default): Using in Media Player, DLNA features, product using in VIERA Link 3. Press to change = Note = Confirm if the remote control works correctly after changing the code.
HDMI features HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) is the world’s first complete digital consumer AV interface complying with a non-compression standard. HDMI allows you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality sound by connecting the TV and the equipment. HDMI-compatible equipment with an HDMI or DVI output terminal, such as a DVD player, a set top box or game equipment, can be connected to the HDMI terminal using an HDMI compliant (fully wired) cable.
aspect ratio to “16:9”. These HDMI connectors are “type A”. ● These HDMI connectors are compatible with HDCP (High-Bandwidth ● Digital Content Protection) copyright protection. Equipment having no digital output terminal may be connected to the input ● terminal of component or video to receive analogue signals. This TV incorporates HDMI™...
For best picture Viewing Mode 1. Display the menu with MENU 2. Select Picture Viewing Mode with and press to access 3. Select the mode with and press to set Viewing Mode (Dynamic Normal Cinema True Cinema / Custom) Selects your favourite picture mode for each input. Dynamic: Improves contrast and sharpness for viewing in a bright room.
Ambient Sensor 1. Display the menu with MENU 2. Select Picture Ambient Sensor with and press to access 3. Select with and press to set Ambient Sensor / Off) Automatic Brightness Control function ● Adjusts picture settings automatically depending on ambient lighting conditions.
Just: Displays a 4:3 image full-screen. Stretching is only noticeable at the left and right edges. 4:3: Displays the image at the standard 4:3 without distortion. Zoom: Displays a 16:9 letterbox or 4:3 image without distortion. Full: Displays a 4:3 image enlarged horizontally to fit the screen. For HD (High definition) signals ●...
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PAL B, G, H, I, D, K SECAM B, G, L, L’, D, K Invalid input signal format: PAL 525/60 6.5 MHz PAL 525/60 6.0 MHz PAL 525/60 5.5 MHz M.NTSC 6.5 MHz M.NTSC 6.0 MHz M.NTSC 5.5 MHz ● AV1 (SCART) / AV2 (VIDEO) terminals Valid input signal format: SECAM...
= Note = If the screen size looks unusual when a widescreen-recorded programme ● is played back on a VCR, adjust the tracking of the VCR. Read the manual of the VCR. Advanced Settings You can adjust and set up the detailed picture settings for each input when Viewing Mode is set to True Cinema...
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■ White Balance R-Gain G-Gain B-Gain Adjusts the white balance of bright red / green / blue areas. R-Cutoff G-Cutoff B-Cutoff Adjusts the white balance of dark red / green / blue areas. More Detailed Adjustment Adjusts more detailed White Balance items. Input Signal Level: Adjusts the input signal level.
■ Gamma Gamma (2.6 / 1.8) Switches the gamma curve. Please note the numerical values are reference for the adjustment. ● More Detailed Adjustment Adjusts more detailed Gamma items. Input Signal Level: Adjusts the input signal level. Gain: Adjusts the gain of gamma for selected signal level. Reset to Defaults: Resets to the default detailed Gamma.
For best audio Sound mode 1. Display the menu with MENU 2. Select Sound Mode with and press to access 3. Select the mode with and press to set Mode (Standard Music Speech / User) Selects your favourite sound mode for each input. Standard: Provides the suitable sound quality for all types of scenes.
TV Guide Using TV Guide TV Guide - Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) provides an on-screen listing of the programmes currently broadcast and the forthcoming broadcasts over the next seven days (depending on the broadcasters). 1. Display the TV Selection screen with 2.
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To watch the programme ● 1) Select the current programme with and press access – The current programme is displayed on the top left of the screen. 2) Press to exit TV Guide To the previous day (DVB) ● (red) To the next day (DVB) ●...
Teletext Viewing Teletext 1. Switch to teletext with TEXT Displays the index page (content varies depending on the ● broadcasters). Current / sub page numbers are displayed on the top left of the screen. ● Time / date is displayed on the top right of the screen. ●...
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■ Watch TV and teletext in two windows at once 1. Press MENU twice 2. Set Picture and text with Operations can be made only in teletext screen. ● ■ Store frequently viewed pages in the colour bar (List mode) 1.
Teletext mode Teletext services are the text information provided by the broadcasters. The features may vary depending on the broadcasters. ● 1. Display the menu with MENU 2. Select Setup Display Settings Teletext with and press access 3. Select TOP (FLOF) List with and press...
Tuning and editing channels Setting menu You can retune channels, create your favourite channel lists, skip unwanted channels, etc. 1. Display the TV Selection screen with 2. Select the mode with and press to set DVB-C DVB-T Analogue 3. Display the menu with MENU 4.
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3. Press to add it to Favourite List To add all channels to the list ● 1) Press (yellow) 2) Press (green) to add all To add consecutive channels to the list at once ● 1) Press (yellow) 2) Make the channel block with and press to add 4.
Channel List ■ Skip unwanted DVB / Analogue channels You can hide (skip) unwanted channels. The hidden channels cannot be displayed except in this function. 1. Select Channel List with and press to access 2. Select a channel with 3. Press to set Reveal Hide...
3) Press BACK/RETURN to store = Note = If a VCR is connected only with the RF cable in Analogue mode, edit VCR. ● Auto Setup Automatically retunes the channels received in the area. This function is available if channel tuning is already performed. ●...
■ Auto Setup using the buttons on the TV 1. Press and hold INPUT/OK/HOLD for MENU button for 3 seconds to display the menu 2. Set Auto Setup with following control panel buttons Move the cursor / select from a range of options / select the menu item ●...
1. Select the channel position with numeric buttons 2. Select the channel with Channel Up / Down button 3. Search with 4. Select Store with and press to set Fine Tuning to make small adjustments to the tuning of an individual ●...
Internet service Internet content Information You can access some specific websites supported by Panasonic, and enjoy internet contents such as videos, games, communication tools, etc. from APPS List. (Example) To enable this function, you need a broadband network environment. ●...
The services through APPS List are operated by their respective service ● providers and such service may be discontinued either temporarily or permanently without notice. Therefore, Panasonic will make no warranty for the contents or the continuity of the services. Some contents may be inappropriate for some viewers.
Network connections Internet connection To use internet service, you need a broadband network environment. If you do not have any broadband network services, please consult your ● retailer for assistance. Dial-up internet connections cannot be used. ● Required speed (effective): at least 1.5 Mbps for SD (Standard Definition) ●...
Note Ensure to use a LAN straight cable. ● Set up and connect equipment required for the network environment. You ● cannot make such settings on this TV. Read the manual of the equipment. If your modem has no broadband router functions, use a broadband router. ●...
Network settings Network Connection Ensure the connections are completed before starting network setup. Internet service Network connections ■ Quick setup - Wireless 1. Display the menu with MENU 2. Select Network Network Connection with and press to access Confirm the encryption key, settings and position of your access point ●...
To set manually ● Internet service Network settings Custom - Wireless ■ Quick setup - Wired 1. Display the menu with MENU 2. Select Network Network Connection with and press to access 3. Select Quick setup with and press to access 4.
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Manual ● 1) Press (yellow) 2) You can set up SSID, security type, encryption type, and encryption key manually 3) Follow the on-screen instructions and set manually – When you use 11n (5 GHz) for the wireless system between the built-in wireless LAN and access point, select for the encryption type.
Proxy: This is the address of the relay server connected between the browser and the target server and sends data to the browser. 1) Select Proxy with and press to access 2) Enter the address with or numeric buttons, and press to set 3) Press BACK/RETURN...
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Available settings are displayed automatically. ● To set manually, select and set IP Address Subnet Mask Default ● Gateway Address. Proxy Settings It is not required for normal household use. ● Some internet services may not be available depending on the proxy ●...
Network Status Displays and checks the network status (MAC Address, current network settings, etc.). 1. Display the menu with MENU 2. Select Network Network Status with and press to access 3. Automatically testing is done and the Network Status screen is displayed Again: Performs automatic testing of the network connection for the TV and displays the current status again.
Home network DLNA Information This TV is a DLNA Certified™ product. DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) is a standard that makes DLNA ® Certified digital electronics easier and more convenient to use on a home network. To learn more, visit www.dlna.org. To enable this function, connect this TV to your home network.
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And you need to install the application for controlling VIERA on your smartphone. For information of the application (English only): http://panasonic.net/viera/support For the operations, refer to the support information of the application. “Windows 7 / Windows 8” are the OS that have been tested for ●...
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: To use this function with your smartphone, you need to install the application for controlling VIERA in your smartphone. For information of the application (English only): http://panasonic.net/viera/support For the operations, refer to the support information of the application. Sharing the current programme may not be available when selecting radio ●...
Using DLNA To use DLNA features, ensure the preparations of the media server, network ® connections and network settings are completed. Home network DLNA Information Home network Network connections Home network Network settings 1. Display APPS List with APPS 2. Select Media Server with and press...
Network connections DLNA connection To use DLNA features, you need a home network environment and you can operate the features without a broadband network environment. To use internet service, you need a broadband network environment. ● Internet service Network connections Internet connection ■...
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■ Wired connection (For DLNA and internet service) ETHERNET terminal LAN cable (Shielded) Use the Shielded Twist Pair (STP) LAN cable. ● Hub or Router Internet environment DLNA Certified media server ■ Wireless connection (For DLNA) To use the TV as a wireless access point ●...
Note Ensure to use a LAN straight cable. ● Set up and connect equipment required for the network environment. You ● cannot make such settings on this TV. Read the manual of the equipment. If you use the equipment compatible only with 100BASE-TX, category 5 or ●...
Network settings Network Connection Ensure the connections are completed before starting network setup. Home network Network connections ■ Quick setup - Wireless 1. Display the menu with MENU 2. Select Network Network Connection with and press to access Confirm the encryption key, settings and position of your access point ●...
To set manually ● Home network Network settings Custom - Wireless ■ Quick setup - Wired 1. Display the menu with MENU 2. Select Network Network Connection with and press to access 3. Select Quick setup with and press to access 4.
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Manual ● 1) Press (yellow) 2) You can set up SSID, security type, encryption type, and encryption key manually 3) Follow the on-screen instructions and set manually – When you use 11n (5 GHz) for the wireless system between the built-in wireless LAN and access point, select for the encryption type.
Proxy: This is the address of the relay server connected between the browser and the target server and sends data to the browser. 1) Select Proxy with and press to access 2) Enter the address with or numeric buttons, and press to set 3) Press BACK/RETURN...
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Available settings are displayed automatically. ● To set manually, select and set IP Address Subnet Mask Default ● Gateway Address. Proxy Settings It is not required for normal household use. ● Some internet services may not be available depending on the proxy ●...
Custom - Wireless Access Point You can use the TV as a wireless access point and connect the network equipment without an access point. Confirm the PIN code, network settings of the equipment before starting ● setup. For details, read the manual of the equipment. 1.
For the operations, refer to the support information of the application. Device to upload contents Selects device to upload contents from the network equipment (smartphone, etc.). = Note = Depending on the area, this function may not be available. For details, ● consult your local Panasonic dealer. - 73 -...
Remote Device List. Remote Device List Lists the equipment accessible to this TV on the home network. = Note = Depending on the area, this function may not be available. For details, ● consult your local Panasonic dealer. - 74 -...
Software Update Accesses the specific website to update the TV’s software if any updates are available. 1. Display the menu with MENU 2. Select Network Software Update with and press to access 3. Follow the on-screen instructions New Software Message Selects whether to give a notification message when new software is found via network or not.
Photos Selecting file Ensure the preparations of the media server, network connections and network settings are completed. Home network DLNA Information Home network Network connections Home network Network settings 1. Display APPS List with APPS 2. Select Media Server with and press to access 3.
To display / hide the operation guide ● To rotate 90° ● (blue) To return to list ● BACK/RETURN Using slideshow Slideshow ends when all photos within the list are viewed. 1. Select the file from the thumbnail of photos for the first view with 2.
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Repeat / Off) Slideshow repeat Back Ground Music (Off Type1 Type2 Type3 Type4 / Type5) Selects the background music during Photo mode. - 78 -...
Videos Selecting file Ensure the preparations of the media server, network connections and network settings are completed. Home network DLNA Information Home network Network connections Home network Network settings 1. Display APPS List with APPS 2. Select Media Server with and press to access 3.
: Rewind : Fast forward : Stop : Pause (displays the time seek bar) / Playback To display / hide the operation guide and information banner ● To the previous content ● (red) To the next content ● (green) To change aspect ●...
Video Preview / Off) Sets to start the preview of the title or scene in the thumbnail view. Images may not be displayed for an instant in the thumbnail view. Set the ● preview to solve this. Multi Audio, Dual Audio, Dual Mono Audio Selects for selectable sound tracks (if available).
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SPDIF Selection (Auto / PCM) Selects the initial setting for digital audio output signal from DIGITAL AUDIO and HDMI2 (ARC function) terminals. SPDIF is a standard audio transfer file format. ● Auto: Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital and HE-AAC multi-channel are output as Dolby Digital Bitstream.
Music Selecting file Ensure the preparations of the media server, network connections and network settings are completed. Home network DLNA Information Home network Network connections Home network Network settings 1. Display APPS List with APPS 2. Select Media Server with and press to access 3.
To display / hide the operation guide ● To the previous track ● (red) To the next track ● (green) To return to list ● BACK/RETURN Music Setup Set up the settings for music file operations on this TV. 1. Display the option menu with OPTION 2.
DIGA Recorder Controlling DIGA Recorder Ensure the preparations of the media server, network connections and network settings are completed. Home network DLNA Information Home network Network connections Home network Network settings 1. Display APPS List with APPS 2. Select Media Server with and press to access...
Technical information Photo format ■ Supported Photo formats ● JPEG (.jpg, .jpeg) Image resolution (pixel): 8 × 8 to 30,719 × 17,279 Sub-sampling: 4:4:4, 4:2:2, 4:2:0 DCF and EXIF standards ● Progressive JPEG is not supported. ● = Note = Some files may not be played back even if they fulfil these conditions.
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Video codec: H.264 BP/MP/HP, MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4 SP/ASP Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, HE-AAC, MPEG Audio, MP3 This TV supports this container recorded with Panasonic products. For ● details, read the manual of the products. ● FLV (.flv) Video codec: H.264 BP/MP/HP...
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Audio codec: Dolby Digital, LPCM, MPEG Audio ● TS (.mts, .m2ts, .tp, .trp, .ts, .tts) Video codec: H.264 BP/MP/HP, MPEG1, MPEG2 Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, HE-AAC, MPEG Audio ■ Supported Subtitles formats ● MicroDVD, SubRip, TMPlayer (.srt, .sub, .txt) The video file and subtitles text file are inside the same folder, and the file ●...
Music format ■ Supported Music formats ● MP3 (.mp3) ● AAC (.m4a) Copy-protected files cannot be played back. ● ● WMA (.wma) Copy-protected files cannot be played back. ● ● LPCM (.wav) ● FLAC (.flac) = Note = Some files may not be played back even if they fulfil these conditions. ●...
Media Player Using Media Player Information Media Player allows you to enjoy photo, video or music recorded on a USB Flash Memory. (Example) Photo mode: Still pictures recorded with digital cameras will be displayed. Video mode: Moving pictures recorded with digital video cameras will be played back. Music mode: Digital music data will be played back.
■ To insert or remove the USB Flash Memory Insert or remove straight and completely. To remove the USB Flash Memory safely from the TV, perform Safely ● remove USB USB Device Setup. Settings Setup USB Device Setup Connect the USB Flash Memory to the USB 1 or 2 port. ●...
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(Example) To display / hide information of the highlighted content ● = Note = You may also access each mode directly from APPS List. ● Functions APPS List How to use Select the appropriate device and content for playing back each file. ●...
Photo mode Selecting file Select the file in the thumbnail view with and press to start playback. : Error display To change the size of photos in the thumbnail view ● 1) Display the option menu with OPTION 2) Select Change Size with and press...
To rotate 90° ● (blue) To return to thumbnail ● BACK/RETURN Sorting photos ■ To sort by folder, recorded date or recorded month 1. Display the view selection in the thumbnail view with (green) 2. Select Folder view Sort by Date Sort by Month with and press...
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■ Slideshow Settings Set up the settings for Photo mode. 1. Display the option menu with OPTION 2. Select Slideshow Settings with 3. Select one of the following items with and press to access Frame Colour Effect Auto Makeup Screen Mode Burst Playback Interval Repeat...
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Screen Mode (Normal / Zoom) Selects enlarged or normal viewing in Single view and Slideshow. Not valid when Frame is set to Collage, Drift, Gallery Cinema ● Depending on the photo size, the photo may not be fully enlarged to fill the ●...
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● To register music 1) Select the music file with and press to access Depending on the condition of the device, select folders until you ● reach the desired music file. 2) Select File Folder with and press to set File: The selected music file will be registered.
Video mode Selecting file 1. Select the title in the thumbnail view with : Error display : The file does not support thumbnail view. The preview will start when the title / scene is highlighted in the ● thumbnail view if it supports a preview. To turn off the preview, set Video Preview to Off.
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To jump to the specified time point ● 1) Display the time seek bar with 2) While the time seek bar is displayed Press Search approx. 10 seconds Press and hold Search rapidly 3) Jump to the specified time point with To display / hide the operation guide and information banner ●...
Video Setup Set up the settings for Video mode. 1. Display the option menu with OPTION 2. Select Video Setup with 3. Select one of the following items with and press to access Video Preview Multi Audio Dual Mono Audio Subtitle Subtitle Text Repeat...
Audio output settings You can enjoy the multi-channel sound via an amplifier connected to DIGITAL AUDIO or HDMI2 (ARC function) terminal. To confirm or change the current sound status ● Media Player Video mode Video Setup 1. Display the menu with MENU 2.
Music mode Selecting file 1. Select the folder in the thumbnail view with 2. Start playback with (red) For supported file formats ● Media Player Technical information Music format ■ Thumbnail view To display / hide information of the highlighted content ●...
To the next track ● (green) To return to thumbnail ● BACK/RETURN Music Setup Set up the setting for Music mode. This function is available in the thumbnail view. ● 1. Display the option menu with OPTION 2. Select Music Setup Repeat with 3.
Back up the recorded data at regular intervals to prevent data ● deterioration, data damage or erratic operation of the TV. Panasonic is not liable for any deterioration or damage of recorded data. USB devices It is recommended to connect the USB Flash Memory to the TV’s USB...
Photo format ■ Supported Photo formats ● JPEG (.jpg, .jpeg) Image resolution (pixel): 8 × 8 to 30,719 × 17,279 Sub-sampling: 4:4:4, 4:2:2, 4:2:0 DCF and EXIF standards ● Progressive JPEG is not supported. ● = Note = Some files may not be played back even if they fulfil these conditions. ●...
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Video codec: H.264 BP/MP/HP, MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4 SP/ASP Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, HE-AAC, MPEG Audio, MP3 This TV supports this container recorded with Panasonic products. For ● details, read the manual of the products. ● FLV (.flv) Video codec: H.264 BP/MP/HP...
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● TS (.mts, .m2ts, .tp, .trp, .ts, .tts) Video codec: H.264 BP/MP/HP, MPEG1, MPEG2, VC-1 Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS core, HE-AAC, MPEG Audio, MP3 ■ Supported Subtitles formats ● MicroDVD, SubRip, TMPlayer (.srt, .sub, .txt) The video file and subtitles text file are inside the same folder, and the file ●...
Music format ■ Supported Music formats ● MP3 (.mp3) ● AAC (.m4a) Copy-protected files cannot be played back. ● ● WMA / WMA Pro (.wma) Copy-protected files cannot be played back. ● ● LPCM (.wav) ● FLAC (.flac) = Note = Some files may not be played back even if they fulfil these conditions.
Functions APPS List Information Various applications (internet contents, network contents, Media Player, etc.) can be accessed easily from APPS List. ■ APPS List (Example) = Note = APPS List is subject to change without notice. ● How to use You can access special features such as internet contents, network contents, Media Player, etc.
Media Server Home network DLNA Using DLNA VIERA Link Functions VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” Settings You can customise APPS List (screen settings, etc.). 1. Display APPS List with APPS 2. Select the icon for settings on APPS List with and press to access 3.
VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” Summary of VIERA Link Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with Panasonic products which have “HDAVI Control™” function. VIERA Link (HDAVI Control) connects the TV and the equipment with VIERA Link function, and enables easy control, playback, energy saving, creating home theatre, etc., without complicated settings.
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● Connect the equipment supporting VIERA Link to the TV’s HDMI terminal ● via an HDMI cable. About HDMI cable for connecting Panasonic HD Video Camera or LUMIX Camera, read the manual of the equipment. HDMI terminal HDMI cable Equipment with VIERA Link function...
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■ VIERA Link (HDMI and Audio out connections) Use a fully wired HDMI compliant cable. ● Connect the equipment supporting VIERA Link to the TV’s HDMI terminal ● via an HDMI cable. Use a fully wired SCART cable. ● Use the optical digital audio cable or SCART cable for audio output from ●...
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■ Available features (HDMI and Audio out connections) Player theatre Easy playback ● Power on link ● Power off link ● Intelligent Auto Standby ● VIERA Link Control ● Speaker Selection ● Blu-ray Disc theatre Easy playback ● Power on link ●...
■ VIERA Link Control of compatible equipment The following is the maximum number of compatible equipment that can be controlled by VIERA Link Control. This includes connections to equipment already connected to the TV. For example, DIGA Recorder connected to Amplifier which is connected to the TV via an HDMI cable.
Power on Link Power on Link in the Setup Menu to use this function. Settings Setup VIERA Link Settings When the connected equipment starts playback or direct navigator / function menu for the equipment is activated, the TV is automatically turned on. (Only when the TV is in Standby mode.) Power off Link Power off Link...
VIERA Link Control You can control some functions of the connected equipment with this TV’s remote control by pointing at the TV’s signal receiver. 1. Display APPS List with APPS 2. Select VIERA Link with and press to access 3. Select VIERA Link Control with and press...
= Note = If you cannot operate the equipment, check the settings and the equipment. ● Functions VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” Summary of VIERA Link Some operations may not be available depending on the equipment. In ● this case, use the remote control of the connected equipment. For details of the operations for the connected equipment, read the ●...
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Note These functions may not work properly depending on the connected ● equipment. Image or sound may not be delivered for the first few seconds when the ● input mode is switched. “HDAVI Control 5” is the newest standard for HDAVI Control compatible ●...
Child Lock Using Child Lock You can lock specific channels / AV input terminals to restrict access to them. When the locked channel / input is selected, a message appears. Enter the PIN number to watch. 1. Display the menu with MENU 2.
PIN number You can change the PIN number. 1. Select Change PIN with and press to access 2. Enter a new PIN number twice with the numeric buttons = Note = Setting Shipping Condition erases the PIN number and all settings. ●...
Data Service Application Using Data Service Application You can enjoy Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV application that is one of the interactive data services for digital broadcasting. 1. Display the TV Selection screen with 2. Select the mode with and press to set DVB-C DVB-T...
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Note To use Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV application fully, you need a ● broadband network environment. Ensure the network connections and network settings are completed. Internet service Network connections Internet service Network settings Not all the data services are available depending on the country, area and ●...
Common Interface Caution If the encrypted message is displayed on the screen, the correct Common Interface (CI) Module and smart card that are required for this service are not inserted. ■ How to insert CI module and smart card Turn the TV off with Mains power On / Off switch whenever inserting or ●...
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■ Insert the CI module (optional) The features that appear on screen are dependent on the contents of the ● selected CI module. Normally encrypted channels will appear. Follow the on-screen ● instructions. If encrypted channels do not appear, take the following steps. For more details, read the manual of the CI module, or check with the ●...
Shipping Condition Shipping Condition Resets the TV to its original condition (i.e. no channels tuned in). All settings are reset (channels, picture, sound settings, etc.). 1. Display the menu with MENU 2. Select Setup System Menu Shipping Condition with and press to access Child Lock PIN number is required depending on the country.
Updating the TV Software Information A new version of software may be released for download to enhance the performance or operations of the TV. If there is an update available and the channel has the update information, a notification message is displayed. To install new software, select Standby with...
Manual update You can update new software manually. 1. Display the menu with MENU 2. Select Setup System Menu System Update System Update Search with and press to access 3. Searches for an update (for several minutes) and displays a corresponding message if any 4.
Setting characters Using numeric buttons You can enter characters for free input items using numeric buttons. Press the numeric button repeatedly until you reach the desired character. : . @ / 1 ! : # + - * _ ( ) “ ‘ % & ? , ; = $ [ ] ~ < > { } | ` ^ \ : a b c 2 A B C : d e f 3 D E F : g h i 4 G H I...
Keyboard / Gamepad Keyboard Keyboards requiring the drivers are not supported. ● To change the language type, set USB Keyboard Layout. ● Settings Setup System Menu Characters may not be displayed correctly on the TV screen depending on ● the connected keyboard or the keyboard layout setting. Some of the keys of keyboards may correspond to the operation of the ●...
Gamepad Check the gamepads that have been tested for compatibility with this TV ● at the following website. (English only) http://panasonic.net/viera/support Some of the keys of gamepads correspond to the operation of the remote ● control. Volume Up / Down...
Settings Setting menu How to use Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions. 1. Display the menu with MENU Displayed items vary depending on the input signal. ● 2. Select the menu with and press to access 3.
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To change menu pages ● = Note = A different menu will be displayed in the mode of Media Player or Network ● services. Media Player Using Media Player Home network DLNA Using DLNA ■ Using control panel buttons 1. Press and hold INPUT/OK/HOLD for MENU button for 3 seconds to display the menu 2.
Picture Viewing Mode Selects your favourite picture mode for each input. (Dynamic Normal Cinema True Cinema / Custom) Dynamic: Improves contrast and sharpness for viewing in a bright room. Normal: Normal use for viewing in a normal lighting condition. Cinema: Improves the performance of contrast, black and colour reproduction for watching movies in a darkened room.
Adaptive Backlight Control Automatically controls the level of backlight according to the images. Ambient Sensor Automatic Brightness Control function Adjusts picture settings automatically depending on ambient lighting conditions. / Off) Noise reduction settings Noise Reduction (Auto / Off) Reduces unwanted picture noise. Not valid when 1080p Pixel Direct is set to...
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HDMI Content Type (Graphics Photos Auto / Off) Adjusts the picture settings of each HDMI input according to the selected content type. Auto: Automatically adjusts the picture settings according to the received HDMI content if the connected equipment supports HDMI Content Type.
Screen Settings 16:9 Overscan / Off) Selects the screen area displaying the image for 16:9 aspect. Enlarges the image to hide the edge of the image. Off: Displays the image in the original size. Set to if noise occurs on the edge of the screen. ●...
Sound Mode Selects your favourite sound mode for each input. (Standard Music Speech / User) Standard: Provides the suitable sound quality for all types of scenes. Music: Improves sound quality for watching music videos, etc. Speech: Improves sound quality for watching news, drama, etc. User: Adjusts the sounds manually using the equaliser to suit your favourite sound quality.
Balance Adjusts volume level of right and left speakers. Surround / Off) Provides a dynamic enhancer of width to simulate improved spatial effects. Volume settings Headphone Volume Adjusts the volume of headphones. Auto Gain Control / Off) Automatically regulates large sound level differences between channels and inputs.
Volume (Max / Min) Selects the volume for the voice guidance. Language Changes language for the voice guidance. All languages may not be available. When the selected language is not ● supported, Language is set to English automatically. User Level (Beginner / Expert) Selects the level of verbosity for the voice guidance.
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MPEG: The priority is given to MPEG. Dolby Digital Plus and Dolby Digital are the methods of coding digital ● signals developed by Dolby Laboratories. Apart from stereo (2ch) audio, these signals can be multi-channel audio. HE-AAC is a perceptual coding method used to compress digital audio for ●...
SPDIF Delay Adjusts the delay time of the sound output from DIGITAL AUDIO and HDMI2 (ARC function) terminals if the sound does not synchronise the image. For DVB mode ● HDMI1 / 2 / 3 Input (Digital / Analogue) Selects to fit the input signal. Watching External equipment HDMI features...
Sets to control the TV with devices connected to the network. Home network Network settings Network Link Settings Other settings Software Update Checks for available software updates from the Panasonic website. Internet service Network settings Software Update Home network Network settings...
Timer Off Timer Sets the duration of time until the TV automatically goes into Standby mode. (minutes)) Watching Basic Off Timer Time Zone Adjusts the time data. The time data will be corrected based on GMT. ● Auto Standby Automatically turns the TV to Standby mode for energy saving when no operation is performed for 4 hours.
Setup Eco Navigation Automatically sets the TV to the most suitable energy-saving mode. The concerned items and their current settings are displayed. Select Set to to set them to the energy-saving settings at once. USB Device Setup Safely removes USB device. Child Lock Applies access control for channels or inputs to prevent unwanted access.
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Favourite Network Selects your favourite network for each broadcasters (only available in some countries). For DVB mode ● New Channel Message / Off) Selects whether to give a notification message when a new channel is found or not. Watching Tuning and editing channels New Channel Message For DVB mode ●...
Language OSD Language Changes language for on-screen displays. Preferred Audio 1 / 2 Selects the first and second preferred language for DVB multi audio (depending on the broadcaster). Preferred Subtitles 1 / 2 Selects the first and second preferred language for DVB subtitles (depending on the broadcaster).
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East1: Czech, English, Estonian, Lettish, Rumanian, Russian, Ukrainian, etc. East2: Czech, Hungarian, Lettish, Polish, Rumanian, etc. Default Guide (Channel List Guide) Selects the default TV Guide type when pressing GUIDE. Guide: Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) is available. To use EPG ●...
Radio Mode (seconds)) Sets the timer for turning off the screen automatically when a radio channel is selected. The sound is active even if the screen turns off. This function is effective in ● reducing power consumption when listening to a radio channel. Press any buttons except Standby, Volume Up / Down and MUTE to turn...
Intelligent Auto Standby / Off) Makes non-watched or non-used connected equipment go into Standby mode to reduce the power consumption. Functions VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” Intelligent Auto Standby This function is available when VIERA Link is set to On. ● Data Service Application Service (Auto Start On...
Licence Menu Displays the software licence information. Other Settings GUIDE Plus+ Settings Update Performs the update of the GUIDE Plus+ schedule for the GUIDE Plus+ system (only available in some countries). Postcode Sets your postcode to receive local information in the GUIDE Plus+ system (only available in some countries).
Picture Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. Auto aspect Auto aspect is designed to provide you with the best ratio to fill the screen.
Digital TV Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. Block noise, frozen or disappearing image occurs / Some channels cannot be tuned Check the position, direction and connection of the aerial.
Analogue TV Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. White spots or shadow image (ghosting) occurs / Some channels cannot be tuned Check the position, direction and connection of the aerial.
HDMI Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. Sound is unusual Set the sound setting of the connected equipment to “2ch L.PCM”.
Network Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. Cannot connect to the network Check the LAN cable or wireless LAN is connected properly.
● Other Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. VIERA Link function does not work and an error message appears Check the connections.
Maintenance Care and Cleaning First, remove the mains plug from the socket outlet. ■ Display panel, Cabinet, Pedestal Regular care: Gently wipe the surfaces of the display panel, cabinet, or pedestal using a soft cloth to clean the dirt or fingerprints. For stubborn dirt: First clean the dust on the surface.
Information Using Help menu 1. Display the menu with MENU 2. Select Help with and press to access 3. Select TV Self Test System Information Device Information with and press to access TV Self Test Makes a diagnosis of picture or sound problems. Follow the on-screen instructions.
– Depending on the area, this optional accessory may not be available. For details, consult your local Panasonic dealer. Wall-hanging bracket ■ Wall-hanging bracket Please contact your local Panasonic dealer to purchase the recommended ● wall-hanging bracket. = Warning = Using other wall-hanging brackets, or installing a wall-hanging bracket ●...
HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries. HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
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Please refer to the detailed terms and conditions thereof shown in the “Software Licence” menu on this product. At least three (3) years from delivery of this product, Panasonic will give to any third party who contacts us at the contact information provided below,...
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