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TH-P65VT20P TH-P65VT20T Operating Instructions Plasma Television Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product. 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. English TQBC2560...
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+ (#0) TH-P65VT20K p. 23 TH-P65VT20M TH-P65VT20P (TH-P65VT20D) (TH-P65VT20T) ● This product contains possibly dangerous parts (such as plastic bags), which can be breathed in or swallowed by young children accidentally. Keep these parts out of reach of young children.
Contents This product is licensed under the AVC patent portfolio license for the personal and non-commercial use of a consumer to (i) encode video in compliance with the AVC Standard (“AVC Video”) and/or (ii) decode Be Sure to Read AVC Video that was encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal and non-commercial ●...
● fixtures may make the TV unstable, risking Have the TV checked, adjusted, or repaired injury. Be sure to ask your local Panasonic at your local Panasonic dealer. dealer to perform setup. ● Use approved pedestals (p. 6) / wall-hanging Do not expose to rain or excessive brackets (p.
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Caution ■ This appliance is intended for use in tropical climates ■ When cleaning the TV, remove the mains plug ● Cleaning an energized TV may cause electrical shock. ■ When the TV is not going to be used for a long period of time, remove the mains plug ●...
Do not use the pedestal if it becomes warped or physically damaged. ● If you use the pedestal while it is physically damaged, personal injury may result. Contact your nearest Panasonic dealer immediately. During set-up, make sure that all screws are securely tightened. ●...
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Optional accessories Please contact your nearest Panasonic dealer to purchase the recommended optional accessories. For additional details, please refer to the manual of the optional accessories. ● If you need 3D Eyewears additionally, please purchase this 3D Eyewear set ●...
Basic Connection 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 leads. When disconnecting the mains lead, be absolutely sure to disconnect the mains plug at the socket outlet first.
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Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR and Player and Player and Set top box TV, DVD Recorder / VCR and Player TV, DVD Recorder / VCR and Set top box Rear of the TV Rear of the TV Aerial Aerial...
Identifying Controls Remote control 5 VIERA TOOLS (p. 29) ● Displays some special feature icons and accesses easily POWER 6 VIERA Link (p. 63) ● INPUT Accesses VIERA Link Menu 7 OK MENU SURROUND ● Confirms selections and choices ● Press after selecting channel positions to EXIT ASPECT...
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3 Power LED ● Standby: red / On: green ● When using the remote control, indicates the TV has received a command. 4 Infrared transmitter for 3D Eyewear ● Do not place any objects between the transmitter and 3D Eyewear. 5 USB1 / 2 port 6 Function Select ●...
Auto Tuning Search and store TV channels automatically. ● These steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed by your local dealer. Plug the TV into mains socket and switch On ● You can now use the remote control to turn On the TV or switch the TV to standby mode.
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Setup the wireless LAN connection Setup the wireless LAN connection to enable the network service functions. ● To setup the wireless LAN connection, the wireless LAN Adaptor is required. Confirm the encryption key, settings and positions of your access point before starting setup. For details, read the manual of the access point.
Watching TV Turn power on ● POWER Mains power On / Off switch should be POWER INPUT On (p. 11). MENU SURROUND EXIT ASPECT Select TV mode OPTION RETURN TEXT F.P. INDEX HOLD Select a channel ● To select the two-digit channel number, e.g.
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Other useful functions Display information banner Display information banner ● Also appears when changing channels RECALL Input mode Channel position / Name 1 BBC Channel number CH08 Sound system 5.5MHz Colour system Aspect ratio 16:9 1 - 90 Off Timer remaining time Audio mode (p.
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Watching TV Other useful functions Change aspect ratio Enjoy viewing the picture at its optimum size and aspect. ASPECT Display Aspect Selection list Aspect Selection change Aspect Selection 16:9 14:9 16:9 Just 4:3 Full 14:9 Zoom1 select Zoom2 Zoom3 Just Select EXIT Change...
Viewing Teletext Teletext services are the text information provided by the broadcasters. The features may vary depending on the broadcasters. What is FASTEXT mode? In FASTEXT mode, four differently coloured subjects are situated at the bottom of the screen. To access more information about one of these subjects, press the appropriately coloured button.
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Viewing Teletext Functions (Teletext mode) View in multi window Watch TV and Teletext in two windows at once MENU (press twice) Select teletext only or picture / teletext ● Operations can be made only in Teletext screen. FULL / TOP / BOTTOM (BOTTOM) (TOP) Normal (FULL)
Watching External inputs Connect the external equipment (VCRs, DVD equipment, PC, etc.) and you can watch through the input. ● To connect the equipment p. 9, 66 and p. 67 The Remote Control is capable of operating some functions of selected external equipment. For details, see the manual of the equipment or ask your local dealer.
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Start recording How to change the code for each equipment Each type of Panasonic equipment has its own remote control code. Please change the code for each equipment you want to operate. If you operate the connected equipment in VIERA Link (p. 64), select the code “73”.
Viewing 3D images You can enjoy viewing 3D images with contents or programmes corresponding to the 3D effect by wearing the 3D Eyewear (supplied). This TV supports “Frame Sequential* ”, “Side by Side* ” and “Top and Bottom* ” 3D formats. *1: The 3D format that the images for the left and right eyes are recorded with the high definition quality and alternately played back *2, *3: Other available 3D formats...
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Viewing 3D images 3D Eyewear 3D Eyewear set ● TY-EW3D10W 3D Eyewear Specialised band Nose pad A Nose pad B 3D Eyewear case ● Use either nose pad A or B for your preference. ● 3D Eyewear can be worn over vision correction glasses. Part names and functions Battery cover ●...
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Replacing the battery When the battery is running low, the indicator lamp flashes 5 times on turning the 3D Eyewear on. In this case, early battery replacement is recommended. ● Dispose of the old batteries as non-burnable rubbish, or in line with the waste disposal regulations in your local area.
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Viewing 3D images Attaching the nose pad Use either nose pad A or B for your preference. ● If you put the 3D Eyewear on vision correction glasses, the nose pad is recommended to be Nose pad A removed. ● You can select the positions of the nose pad A from the 2 levels of height.
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To view the 3D images To view the contents of the Frame Sequential format (ex. 3D-compatible Blu-ray Disc, etc.) with 3D effect Connect the 3D-compatible player via an HDMI cable (p. 9, 66 and p. 67) and playback the contents. ●...
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Viewing 3D images Available range for the 3D Eyewear If the 3D Eyewear is placed outside the available area for about 5 minutes, the 3D Eyewear will be turned off automatically. : Available area to use the 3D Eyewear View from the top Approx.
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3D Settings If the 3D images are not displayed correctly or seem unusual, please adjust and setup the 3D settings. POWER Display the menu INPUT MENU MENU SURROUND ASPECT EXIT Select “Setup” access Main Menu Picture OPTION RETURN Sound select Setup TEXT F.P.
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Viewing 3D images 3D Picture Display (2D / 3D) Sets the TV to 3D or 2D mode ● Select “2D” to view 3D picture in 2 dimensional without wearing the 3D Eyewear. 3D Picture Format (Auto / Side by Side / Top and Bottom / Original) Selects 3D picture format to suit the format of the source signal ●...
How to Use VIERA TOOLS You can access some special features easily by using the VIERA TOOLS function. Display icons of the feature POWER INPUT MENU SURROUND Select a feature EXIT ASPECT select access OPTION RETURN VIERA Link Control TEXT F.P.
How to Use Menu Functions Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions. Display the menu POWER INPUT ● MENU Displays the functions that can be set MENU SURROUND (varies according to the input signal) EXIT ASPECT Select the menu...
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Overview Main Menu Picture Sound Setup Picture (p. 32 and p. 33) Picture Menu Viewing Mode Normal Contrast Tuning Menu Brightness Channel List Edit Access Colour Auto Tuning Access Sharpness Manual Tuning Access Tint (p. 34) Colour Balance Normal Channel Colour Set Vivid Colour Display Settings Teletext...
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Menu list Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Basic picture mode (Dynamic / Normal / Cinema / THX (True Cinema) / Game / Photo / Professional1 / Professional2) In each Viewing Mode and input, Contrast, Brightness, Colour, Sharpness, Tint, Colour Balance, Vivid Colour, Eco Mode, P-NR and 3D-COMB can be adjusted and stored to suit your particular viewing requirement.
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Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Picture Noise Reduction Automatically reduces unwanted picture noise and flicker noise in the P-NR contoured parts of a picture (Off / Min / Mid / Max) ● Not valid on PC signal Makes still or slow moving pictures look more vivid (Off / On) ●...
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Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) SPDIF : A standard audio transfer file format Selects the initial setting for digital audio output signal from DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal (Auto / PCM) SPDIF Selection Auto : Dolby Digital is output as Dolby Digital Bitstream. HE-AAC and MPEG are output as PCM.
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Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Changes language for on screen displays (English / Thai / Chinese / OSD Language Vietnamese / Arabic / Indonesia / Persian / French) Teletext Teletext display mode (FASTEXT / List) (p. 17) Teletext Selects teletext language (English / CIS / E.Europe / Persian) Character Set Increases the brightness of the side panel (Off / Low / Mid / High) Side Panel...
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Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) AV Colour Selects optimum colour system based on video signals in AV mode System (Auto / PAL / SECAM / M.NTSC / NTSC) Available only with 480p or 576p input on video signals in a natural colour from digital equipment connected to AV1 component or HDMI1 / HDMI2 / HDMI3 / Colour HDMI4 terminals.
Tuning and Editing Channels You can make Auto Tuning, listing your favourite channels, skipping unwanted channels, etc. Select TV mode POWER INPUT Display the menu MENU SURROUND ASPECT EXIT MENU Select “Setup” OPTION RETURN access Main Menu Picture Sound TEXT F.P.
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Tuning and Editing Channels Skip unwanted channels / Edit channels (Change name, Move) Channel List Edit Select a channel and reveal / hide You can hide unwanted reveal / hide channels. The hidden Channel List Editor : reveal channels cannot be BBC1 ***** : hide (skip)
Advanced Picture Settings You can adjust and setup the detailed picture settings for each input and Viewing Mode. ● To use this function completely, set “Advance(isfccc)” to “On” in the Setup Menu. p. 35 ● For PC input mode, some functions are available without setting “Advance(isfccc)”. Select the input mode to adjust and setup p.
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Adjust the detailed picture settings Advanced Settings ● To make settings “How to Use Menu Functions” (p. 30) Advanced Settings R-Gain G-Gain B-Gain select R-Cutoff G-Cutoff B-Cutoff Gamma Reset to Defaults Reset Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) R-Gain Adjusts the white balance of bright red area G-Gain Adjusts the white balance of bright green area B-Gain...
Child Lock You can lock specific channels / AV input terminals and control who watches them. When the locked channel / input is selected, a message appears; by entering the PIN number, you can watch it. Display the menu POWER INPUT SD CARD MENU...
Input Labels For easier identification and selection of the input mode, you can label each input terminals or skip terminal that is not connected to any equipment. ● To select the input mode p. 19 POWER Display the menu INPUT MENU MENU SURROUND...
Shipping Condition (Reset settings) Resets the TV to its original condition, i.e. no channels tuned in. All settings are reset (channels, picture, sound settings, etc.). POWER INPUT MENU SURROUND Display the menu ASPECT EXIT MENU Select “Setup” OPTION RETURN access Main Menu Picture Sound...
If miniSD Card is used, insert / remove it together with the adapter. ● Check the latest information on the card type at the following website. (English only) http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/tv/ ● USB Flash Memory format : FAT16, FAT32 or exFAT ∗DCF (Design rule for camera file system): Unified standard established by Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA).
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Starting Media Player Insert the SD Card or USB Flash Memory When the SD Card is inserted, switching to Media Player (Photo mode) will be done automatically. p. 46 ● It is assumed the SD Card contains photos. If not, press the blue button to activate the “Contents Select”...
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Using Media Player Photo mode Photo mode will read all “.jpg” extension files in the SD Card or USB Flash Memory. The thumbnail of all the photos in the SD Card or USB Flash Memory will be displayed. ● You can also access Photo mode directly by using Error display (images that could not be loaded, etc.) VIERA TOOLS (p.
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Photo Setup Display the menu access Photo Setup Menu Main Menu Back Ground Music Type1 MENU Picture Frame select Colour Effect Sound change Transition Effect Fade Photo Setup select Screen Mode Normal Video Setup Interval 5 seconds Repeat Music Setup Burst Playback Drive Select Menu...
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Using Media Player Video mode Video mode supports AVCHD, MPEG2 and DivX file formats. ® Film icon will be displayed if the file does not support thumbnail view. Media Player Video Title view The thumbnail of video titles in the SD Card or USB Flash Memory will be displayed.
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Sound Settings You can enjoy the multi-channel sound via an amplifier connected to DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal. To change the current sound status (during playback) Change the sound (if the video has multiple audio signals) Audio output settings Select “Sound” Select “SPDIF Selection”...
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Music mode Music mode supports MP3 and AAC file format. The thumbnail of music folders in the SD Card or USB Flash Media Player Music Folder view Memory will be displayed. ● You can also access Music mode directly by using My Music_1 My Music_2 My Music_3...
VIERA CAST ™ VIERA CAST is a gateway to the internet services unique to Panasonic. By connecting the TV to the internet environment, VIERA CAST allows you to enjoy internet content on the TV screen such as photos, movies, weather, etc. from VIERA CAST home screen.
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Using Network Services (DLNA / VIERA CAST) Network connections To use only DLNA features, you can operate the features without Broadband network environment. To use VIERA CAST features, you need a Broadband network environment. ● If you do not have any Broadband network services, please consult your retailer for assistance. ●...
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Network Setup ● Ensure the connections are completed before starting Network Setup. “Network connections” (p. 52) POWER Display the menu INPUT MENU MENU SURROUND EXIT ASPECT Select “Setup” access Main Menu Picture OPTION RETURN Sound select Setup TEXT F.P. INDEX HOLD Select “Network Setup”...
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Network settings for the LAN Cable connection This setting is for the network connection by using the LAN cable. Select “Network Type” and set to “Wired” If you make the network connection like Network Setup “Example2” (p. 52), you do not have to set Network Type Wired Access Point Settings...
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Network settings for the Wireless LAN connection This setting is for the network connection by using Wireless LAN Adaptor. Select “Network Type” and set to “Wireless” Network Setup Network Type Wireless Access Point Settings No settings IP/DNS Settings select Proxy Settings Connection Test Software Update MAC Address...
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Using Network Services (DLNA / VIERA CAST) Using DLNA features ® ● Ensure the preparation of media server, network connections and network settings are completed. “Media server” (p. 51), “Network connections” (p. 52), “Network Setup” (p. 53 - 55) POWER INPUT Display the input selection menu MENU...
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For photo file Single view - Displayed one at a time ● To display / hide the operation guide RECALL ● To operate Single view To the previous photo Rotate 90° (anti-clockwise) To the next photo Single view Rotate Slideshow EXIT Select Rotate 90˚...
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Using Network Services (DLNA / VIERA CAST) Photo Setup (for photo contents) Display Select “Photo Setup” Select the items and set access the menu Photo Setup Menu Main Menu Back Ground Music Type1 Picture Transition Effect Fade MENU Interval 5 seconds select select Sound...
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● The services through VIERA CAST™ are operated by their respective service providers, and service may be discontinued either temporarily or permanently without notice. Therefore, Panasonic will make no warranty for the content or the continuity of the services. ●...
VIERA Link “ Control ” Enjoy additional HDMI interoperability with Panasonic products which have “HDAVI Control” function. This TV supports “HDAVI Control 5” function. Connections to the equipment with HDMI cable such as DIGA Recorder, HD Video Camera, Player theatre, Amplifier, etc., allow you to interface them automatically.
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HDMI cable, and also connect either the optical digital audio cable or RCA cable for audio output from the TV. ● Use fully wired HDMI compliant cable. Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilized. Recommended Panasonic’s HDMI cable part number: • RP-CDHS15 (1.5 m) • RP-CDHS30 (3.0 m) • RP-CDHS50 (5.0 m) Preparations ●...
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VIERA Link Functions Features available Channel download Channel setting can be downloaded to the recorder. Easy playback Automatic input switching - When the connected equipment is operated, input mode is switched automatically. Power on link Set Power on Link “On” in the Setup Menu to use this function “Power on Link”...
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Features available (Using VIERA Link Menu) Pause Live TV programme Pause Live TV Access and pause the live TV programme You can pause the live TV programme and resume later. Live TV programme will be recorded on HDD of the connected DIGA Recorder. ●...
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VIERA Link Functions Features available (Using VIERA Link Menu) Operate the connected equipment with VIERA remote control VIERA Link Control Access and operate the menu of the equipment You can control some functions of the connected equipment with this TV remote control by pointing at the TV’s signal receiver.
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Features available (Using VIERA Link Menu) Speaker Selection Speaker control Access and control the speaker volume You can control the theatre speaker with this TV remote control by pointing at the TV’s signal receiver. ● If you cannot operate, check the settings and the equipment “Summary of features”, “Connection”, “Preparations”...
External Equipment These diagrams show our recommendations for how to connect the TV to your various equipment. For other connections, consult the instructions for each piece of equipment, the table below, and the specifications (p. 78). Aerial To listen with speakers To record / playback RF cable DVD Recorder / VCR...
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USB devices Rear of the TV Wireless LAN Adaptor Network Internet LAN cable Modem To watch satellite broadcasts Hub or Router Satellite dish Satellite HDMI equipment Set top box cable “HDMI connection” Fully wired HDMI (p. 61 and p. 70) compliant cable Fully wired HDMI compliant cable...
Technical Information Channel Allocation Channel Asia/ CIS/ Hong Indian South American American China Japan Plan W.Europe E.Europe Kong Indonesia CATV Africa System CATV CH DISPLAY Receive channel – – – – – – – – – – – – – –...
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Stereo / Bilingual Sound Selection When you receive the stereo / bilingual sound system, sound output modes can be selected by pressing the Sound Selection button. MAIN Audio Signal STEREO MONO Mode Indicator NICAM ..Used in New Zealand, Singapore, Hong Kong etc. Regular + NICAM MONO Regular broadcast NICAM DUAL MONO...
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Technical Information HDMI connection 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 ( ∗...
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Input signal that can be displayed COMPONENT (Y, P ), HDMI ∗ Mark: Applicable input signal Signal name COMPONENT HDMI ∗ ∗ 525 (480) / 60i ∗ ∗ 525 (480) / 60p ∗ ∗ 625 (576) / 50i ∗ ∗ 625 (576) / 50p ∗...
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● Back up the recorded data at regular intervals in case of deteriorated or damaged data or erratic operation of the TV. (Panasonic is not liable for any deterioration or damage of recorded data.) ● About SD Card format and maximum capacity p.
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DivX ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX is a digital video format created by DivX, Inc. This is an official DivX Certified device that plays DivX ® video. Visit www.divx.com for more information and software tools to convert your files into DivX video. DivX video file DivX Certified to play DivX...
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Combination of USB port 1 + port 2 (and vice versa): •USB Flash Memory + Wireless LAN Adaptor •USB Flash Memory + USB Keyboard •Wireless LAN Adaptor + USB Keyboard ● Additional information for USB devices may be on the following web site. (English only) http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/tv/...
Maintenance First, remove the mains plug from the socket outlet. Display panel, Cabinet, Pedestal For regular care: Gently wipe the surface of the display panel, cabinet, or pedestal by using a soft cloth to clean the dirt or fingerprints. For stubborn dirt: Dampen a soft cloth with clean water or diluted neutral detergent (1 part detergent to 100 parts water).
FAQs Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to resolve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. White spots or shadow images (noise) ● Check the position, direction, and connection of the aerial.
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Problem Actions ● Set the sound setting of the connected equipment to “2ch L.PCM”. ● Check the “HDMI1 / 2 / 3 / 4 Input” setting in the Sound Sound is unusual Menu. (p. 34) ● If digital sound connection has a problem, select analogue sound connection.
Specifications TH-P65VT20D TH-P65VT20K TH-P65VT20P TH-P65VT20M TH-P65VT20T Power Source AC 220 - 240 V, 50 / 60 Hz AC 110 - 240 V, 50 / 60 Hz Power Rating 635 W 655 W Standby condition 0.4 W Aspect Ratio 16:9 165 cm (diagonal) Visible screen size 1,434 mm (W) ×...
HDAVI Control is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. ● “AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. ● THX and the THX logo are trademarks of THX Ltd. which may be registered in some jurisdictions.