Model No. TC-P50VT25X TC-P65VT25X

Operating Instructions 50”/65” Class 1080p Plasma HDTV (49.9/64.7 inches measured diagonally)

Quick Start Guide See page 8-17

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Please read before using the unit ● Safety Precautions ··········································4 ● Notes ·······························································7

Quick Start Guide Quick Start Guide ● Accessories/Optional Accessory ·····················8 ● Basic Connection ·········································· 11 ● Identifying Controls········································13 ● First Time Setup ············································14 Enjoy rich multimedia USB device SD memory card Enjoy your TV! Basic Features

● Watching TV ··················································18 Viewing ● Using VIERA TOOLS ····································21 ● Viewing 3D images on TV ·····························22 ● Viewing with VIERA IMAGE VIEWER ···········26 ● VIERA CASTTM ··············································30 VCR Personal computer ● Watching Videos and DVDs ··························32 ● Displaying PC Screen on TV ·························34 Advanced Features ● How to Use Menu Functions Camcorder (picture, sound quality, etc.) ··························35 TM TM

● VIERA Link “HDAVI Control ” ···················38 Advanced ● Network Settings ···········································44 Amplifier ● Lock ·······························································48 Home theater system ● Editing and Setting Channels ························50 Set Top Box ● Closed Caption ··············································52 ● Input Labels ···················································53 ● Using Timer ···················································54 DVD recorder/ ● Recommended AV Connections ····················55 Blu-ray Disc recorder DVD player/ Blu-ray Disc player FAQs, etc. ● Ratings List for Lock ······································56 VIERA Link™ is a trademark SDXC Logo is a trademark of “RealD 3D” is a trademark of RealD. of Panasonic Corporation. SD-3C, LLC. This product is covered by U.S. Patent No. 5,193,000. ● Technical Information ····································57

● FAQ ·······························································62 FAQs, etc. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia ● Care and Cleaning ········································64 Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI The Skype™ is a trademark of Skype limited. HDAVI Control™ is a Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries. ● Specifications ················································65 VIERA CAST™ is a trademark trademark of Panasonic of Panasonic Corporation. Corporation. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. “AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. Manufactured under license from BBE Sound, Inc. 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 AVC Video that was encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal and non-commercial activity and/or was obtained from a video provider licensed to provide Licensed by BBE Sound, Inc. under one or more of the AVC Video. No license is granted or shall be implied for any other use. Additional information may be obtained from MPEG following US patents: 5510752, 5736897. BBE and BBE symbol LA, LLC. See http://www.mpegla.com. are registered trademarks of BBE Sound, Inc. 2 3 Safety Precautions

The lightning flash with Do not place any objects on top of the Plasma TV. If water or an object gets inside the Plasma TV, if the arrowhead within a triangle is If water spills onto the Plasma TV or foreign objects get Plasma TV is dropped, or if the enclosure becomes CAUTION intended to tell the user that inside it, a short-circuit may occur which could result in damaged, unplug the power supply cord immediately. parts inside the product are a risk fire or electric shock. If any foreign objects get inside the RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK of electric shock to persons. A short-circuit may occur, which could cause a fire. Contact Plasma TV, please consult an Authorized Service Center. an Authorized Service Center for an evaluation. DO NOT OPEN The exclamation point within In the unlikely event that you receive a shock from this a triangle is intended to product it is possible that your household outlet may be tell the user that important wired improperly. Have an electrician verify that the TV’s CAUTION WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover or back. operating and servicing outlet is properly wired. If the symptom persists, have the No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. instructions are in the papers TV serviced by a qualified authorized technician. Do not cover the ventilation holes. with the appliance. Doing so may cause the Plasma TV to overheat, which can WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. AC Power Supply Cord cause a fire or damage to the Plasma TV. Do not place liquid containers (flower vase, cups, cosmetics, etc.) above the set To prevent fire or electric shock: Leave a space of 3 15/16” (10 cm) or more at the top, (including on shelves above, etc.). The Plasma TV is designed to operate on a 110-127 V left and right, and 2 3/4” (7 cm) or more at the rear. AC, 60 Hz service. Insert the power cord plug as far as When using the pedestal, keep the space between the Important Safety Instructions it will go into the wall socket. bottom of the TV and the pedestal or stand surface If the plug is not fully inserted, heat may generate, which clear from objects that may obstruct ventilation. 1) Read these instructions. 11) Only use attachments / accessories specified by the could cause a fire. 2) Keep these instructions. manufacturer. The included power cord is for use with this unit only. When Moving the Plasma TV 3) Heed all warnings. 12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, Do not use any power cord other than that provided Be sure to disconnect all cables before moving the 4) Follow all instructions. bracket, or table specified by the with this TV. Plasma TV. 5) Do not use this apparatus near water. manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. Do not handle the power cord plug with wet hands. Moving the TV with its cables attached might damage the 6) Clean only with dry cloth. When a cart is used, use caution when cables which, in turn, can cause fire or electric shock. 7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in moving the cart / apparatus combination Do not do anything that might damage the power supply cord. To prevent an electric shock, disconnect the power accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. to avoid injury from tip-over. plug from the wall outlet as a safety precaution before When disconnecting the power supply cord, hold the 8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, 13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when carrying out any cleaning. plug, not the cord. heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including unused for long periods of time. Transport only in upright position. Do not use the power supply cord if the plug or cord is amplifiers) that produce heat. 14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Transporting the unit with its display panel facing upright or damaged. 9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or Servicing is required when the apparatus has been downward may cause damage to the internal circuitry. grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug Replace the cord or contact your Authorized Service Center. Using a dry cloth, clean any dust from the power one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen Do not use a 3-prong to 2-prong AC plug adaptors to supply cord and plug regularly. blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to connect your TV’s plug to the wall outlet. Build-up of dust on the power cord plug can increase third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been Doing so will defeat the TV plug’s safety feature, which humidity, which might damage the insulation and cause a plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for dropped. can lead to a shock hazard. If the wall outlet does not fire. replacement of the obsolete outlet. 15) To prevent electric shock, ensure the grounding pin on the accommodate a 3-prong plug, have a qualified electrician This Plasma TV radiates infrared rays; 10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched AC cord power plug is securely connected. replace your outlet and check the associated wiring. particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the therefore, it may affect other infrared communication point where they exit from the apparatus. Handling the power supply cord equipment. Install your infrared sensor in a place away from direct or reflected light from your Plasma TV. Insert the power plug fully into the socket outlet. (If the The TV will still consume some power as long as the power plug is loose, it could generate heat and cause fire.) WARNING/CAUTION (TV set) power supply cord is connected to the wall outlet. Ensure that the power plug is easily accessible. Be sure to ask a qualified technician to carry out the Ensure the earth pin on the power plug is securely Display panel is made of glass. Do not apply strong WARNING installation and set-up. connected to prevent electrical shock. force or impact to the display panel. Two or more people are required to install or remove the • An apparatus with CLASS I construction shall be This may cause damage resulting in injury. Small parts can present choking hazard if accidentally television. connected to a power socket outlet with a protective The TV is heavy. TV should be handled by 2 or more swallowed. Some wall mounts (wall-hanging brackets) are not earthing connection. Keep small parts away from young children. people. Support as shown to avoid injury by the TV designed to be mounted to walls with steel studs or old Do not touch the power plug with a wet hand. (This tipping or falling. Discard unneeded small parts and other objects, cinder block constructions. including packaging materials and plastic bags/sheets to may cause electrical shock.) Ask your dealer or licensed contractor to properly secure Do not use any power cord other than that provided prevent them from being played with by young children, the wall-hanging bracket. creating the potential risk of suffocation. with this TV. (This may cause fire or electrical shock.) Do not route the TV’s power cord inside the wall. Do not damage the power cord. (A damaged cord may Set up The power cord was not designed for in-wall mounting. cause fire or electrical shock.) This Plasma TV may fall and can cause personal injury or Doing so can lead to fire hazard. • Do not move the TV with the cord plugged in the socket outlet. even death if not installed correctly. To prevent personal Do not place the Plasma TV or its stand on a sloped or • Do not place a heavy object on the cord or place the cord injury or death, follow these warnings: unstable surface. near a high-temperature object. Install the Plasma TV in accordance with the The Plasma TV may fall or tip over. • Do not twist the cord, bend it excessively, or stretch it. (TC-P50VT25X) (TC-P65VT25X) manufacturer’s recommended pedestal or stand, Do not support the Plasma TV on a non-specified pedestal. • Do not pull on the cord. Hold onto the power plug body corresponding hardware and installation instructions. Do not place the Plasma TV on furniture that can easily when disconnecting cord. This Plasma TV is for use only with the following be used as steps, such as a chest of drawers. • Do not use a damaged power plug or socket outlet. optional accessories. Use with any other type of optional accessories may cause instability. The following Do not climb or allow children to climb on the Plasma TV If a problem occurs (such as no picture or no sound), accessories are manufactured by Panasonic Corporation. Place or install the Plasma TV where it cannot be or if smoke or an abnormal odor is detected from the • Wall-hanging bracket (Angled) pushed, pulled over or knocked down. Plasma TV, unplug the power supply cord immediately. TY-WK4P1RW (TC-P50VT25X) Route all cords and cables such that they cannot be Continued use of the TV under these conditions might TY-WK6P1RW (TC-P65VT25X) tripped over or pulled by curious children. cause a fire or permanent damage to the TV. Have the TV evaluated by an Authorized Service Center. Servicing of the TV by unauthorized personnel is strongly discouraged due to its high voltage. 4 5 Safety Precautions (Continued) Notes

WARNING/CAUTION (3D Eyewear) Do not display a still picture for a long time This causes the image to remain on the plasma screen Be careful not to trap a finger in the hinge section of (“Image retention”). This is not considered a malfunction and is not covered by the warranty. WARNING the 3D Eyewear. Doing so may result in injury. 12 To prevent the “Image retention”, the screen saver is About Prevention of Accidental Ingestion • Pay special attention when children are using this product. 4 : 3 automatically activated after a few minutes if no signals are sent or no operations are performed. (p. 63) Do not store batteries, the band accessory or nose About Use of 3D Eyewear pads in places where small children can reach. There is a danger small children could swallow such parts by mistake. Parents/guardians should monitor children’s viewing • If a child accidentally swallows such parts, seek immediate medical attention. habits to avoid their prolonged use without rest periods. About Prohibition of Disassembly Use only the 3D Eyewear recommended for this TV. Do not disassemble or modify the 3D Eyewear. Typical still images Only use the 3D Eyewear for the specified purpose. • Channel number and other logos About lithium battery Do not move around while wearing the 3D Eyewear. • Image displayed in 4:3 mode Batteries must not be exposed to excessive heat such The surrounding area appears dark, which may result in SD Card photo Video game Computer image as sunshine, fire or the like. falling or other accidents that may cause injury. • • • Set up CAUTION About Viewing of 3D Images Do not place the unit where it’s exposed to sunlight or other bright light (including reflections). In the event that you experience dizziness, nausea, or Use of some types of fluorescent lighting may reduce the remote control’s transmission range. About 3D Eyewear other discomfort while viewing 3D images, discontinue Do not drop, exert pressure on, or step on the 3D Eyewear. use and rest your eyes. Doing so may damage the glass section, which may result in injury. Do not use if the 3D Eyewear is cracked or broken. • Always store the 3D Eyewear in the case provided when not in use. About lithium battery Be careful of the tips of the frame when putting on the 3D Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Eyewear. Replace only with the same or equivalent type. Accidentally inserting the tip of the frame into the eye may cause injury.

6 7 Attaching / Removing the pedestal Accessories/Optional Accessory ■Assembling the pedestal [TC-P50VT25X (TBLX0145)] [TC-P65VT25X (TBLX0192)] Accessories A Fix securely with assembly screws A . Accessories Fix securely with assembly screws . Assembly screws (Total 3 screws) (Total 6 screws) Check you have all the items shown. Tighten screws firmly. Tighten screws firmly using Allen wrench C A A Accessories A (for 50”) C M5 × 18 (Silver) (3) Remote Control Batteries for the Remote AC cord Screwdriver Pole Transmitter Control Transmitter (2) (for 3D Eyewear) Pole N2QAYB000486 AA Battery (for 65”) Pole M5 × 30 (Silver) (6) Base B Quick Start Front (for 50”) Guide Pedestal Front TBLX0145 (TC-P50VT25X) TBLX0192 (TC-P65VT25X) M5 × 30 (Black) (4) Operating Instructions Base How to assemble (p. 9) Set-up Warranty Card (Mexico) ■ (for 65”) Carry out work on a horizontal and level surface. M6 × 25 (Black) (4) 3D Eyewear (p. 22) Tighten screws firmly. RS232C terminal Specifications [TC-P50VT25X] Pole (1) Accessories/Optional Accessory Bottom view (for 50”)

B Optional Accessory Please contact your nearest Panasonic dealer to purchase the Rear side recommended wall-hanging bracket. For additional details, please refer Wall-hanging bracket to the wall-hanging bracket installation manual. (angle) Arrow Rear of the TV mark Hole for pedestal TY-WK4P1RW (for 50”) TY-WK6P1RW (for 65”) Screw for fixing the TV onto the wall-hanging installation bracket (not supplied with the TV) (for 65”) Depth of screw: a minimum 0.59” (15.0 mm) (50”), b 0.55” (14.0 mm) (65”) Pole Back M8 maximum 1.18” (30.0 mm) Front Fix securely with assembly

Pole screws B . (Total 4 screws) a: 15.7” (400 mm) a: 26.9” (684 mm) (View from the side) b: 11.8” (300 mm) Holes for wall-hanging b: 11.8” (300 mm) bracket installation Base Base (1) Warning [TC-P65VT25X] (for 50”) In order to maintain the TV’s performance and safety, be absolutely sure to ask your dealer or a licensed Bottom view contractor to secure the wall-hanging brackets. Carefully read the instructions accompanying optional accessories, and be absolutely sure to take steps to B prevent the TV from tipping over. Handle the TV carefully during installation since subjecting it to impact or other forces may cause product damage. Rear side (for 65”) Take care when fixing wall brackets to the wall. Always ensure that there are no electrical cables or pipes in the wall before hanging bracket. Arrow When using the angled-type wall hanging bracket, please ensure that there is sufficient space for the connecting mark cables not to press against the wall when the TV is tilted forward. Hole for pedestal For safety reasons, remove units no longer being used from their wall-mounted locations. installation Allen wrench Installing the remote’s batteries (included tool only for 65”) Pole C Caution Close Incorrect installation may cause battery Fix securely with assembly Pull open Pole leakage and corrosion, resulting in screws B . (Total 4 screws) damage to the remote control. • Do not mix old and new batteries. Base • Do not mix different battery types (such as alkaline and manganese Removing the pedestal from the TV Hook Note the correct batteries). Be sure to remove the pedestal in the following way when using the wall hanging bracket or repacking the TV. polarity (+ or -). • Do not use rechargeable (Ni-Cd) Remove the assembly screws B from the TV. batteries. Pull out the TV from the pedestal. Do not burn or break batteries. Remove the assembly screws A from the pole. 8 9 Accessories/Optional Accessory (Continued) Basic Connection Attaching / Removing the pedestal (continued) Example Connecting Antenna (To watch TV)

Warning TV VHF/UHF Antenna VHF/UHF Antenna NTSC (National Television System Committee): Do not disassemble or modify the pedestal. • Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result. Conventional broadcasting • ATSC (Advanced Television Systems Committee): Caution Cable TV Digital TV Standards include digital high-definition television (HDTV), Do not use any other TV and displays. standard-definition television (SDTV), data broadcasting, multi- Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result. channel surround-sound audio and interactive television. Do not use the pedestal if it becomes warped or physically damaged. If you use the pedestal when 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. Quick Start If sufficient care is not taken to ensure screws are properly tightened during assembly, the pedestal will not be strong To connect the antenna terminal enough to support the TV, and it might fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result. Guide When removing the pedestal, do not remove the pedestal by any methods other than the specified procedure. (p. 9) Otherwise the TV and/or pedestal may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result. VHF/UHF Antenna AC 110-127 V 60 Hz Location Adjust the plasma panel to your (View from above) TC-P50VT25X Accessories/Optional Accessory Basic Connection (Antenna + TV) desired angle. a: 11.0 ” (277 mm) Cable TV or c b: 17.5 ” (443 mm) a c Center of the c: 10° AC Cord rotation. * See page 10 (Connect after all the Back of the TV other connections have b (AC cord Note connection) been made.) Ensure that the pedestal does not hang over the edge of the base even if the TV swivels to the full rotation range. Do not place any objects or hands within the full rotation range.

AC cord connection

To attach To remove

Cable • You need to subscribe to a cable TV service to enjoy viewing their programming. You can enjoy high-definition programming by subscribing to a high-definition cable service. Keep pushing both • sides until they snap The connection for high-definition can be done with the use of an HDMI or Component Video cable. (p. 12) Insert it firmly until the To view high-definition programming select the correct video input. (p. 32) tabs on both sides click and pull. • into place.

Note Reference of connection Not all cables and external equipment shown in this book are supplied with the TV. Antenna terminal Pin terminals HDMI terminal For more details on the external equipment’s connections, please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment. When disconnecting the power cord, be absolutely sure to disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet first. ATSC is not available except in U.S.A., Canada, and/or Mexico. red blue green

green

Firmly tighten by hand. Match colors of plugs and terminals. Insert firmly. Insert firmly.

10 11 Basic Connection (Continued) Identifying Controls AV cable connections TV controls/indicators Front of the TV Back of the TV SD card slot To use HDMI terminals 3D Eyewear transmitter

AV Equipment USB 1/2 connector HDMI AV OUT Selects channels e.g. Blu-ray Disc player in sequence

High-Definition Connecting to HDMI terminals will enable you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality sound. Volume up/down The HDMI connection is required for a 1080p signal. For “VIERA LinkTM connections”, please refer to p. 39. Remote control Displays the Main HDMI Input 4 connector Quick Start sensor within about Menu Guide To use COMPONENT terminals 23 feet (7 meters) in Video Input 2 connector front of the TV set Y red green Power indicator Changes the input POWER button green (on: red, off: no light) mode PB COMPONENT Chooses Menu and VIDEO OUT C.A.T.S. sensor Submenu entries blue blue blue Plasma C.A.T.S. (Contrast Automatic

AV Equipment Basic Connection (AV cable connections) Identifying Controls PR Tracking System) (p. 36) Note green red red e.g. Blu-ray Disc L The TV consumes a small amount of electric energy even when turned off. player Do not place any objects between the TV remote control sensor and remote control. white white white AUDIO R OUT Remote control red red red Switches TV On or Off (Standby) Closed caption On/Off (p. 18)

Viewing from SD Card (p. 26-29) Selects Audio Mode for TV viewing Standard-Definition (p. 18) To use COMPOSITE terminals Lights the buttons for 5 seconds AV Equipment Press again to turn off the button Exits from Menu screen lights yellow VIERA Link menu (p. 42-43) yellow yellow e.g. DVD Recorder Changes the input mode (p. 32) L COMPOSITE or Displays VIERA CAST screen (Home white white white OUT Switches to input terminal screen) (p. 30) R that has “GAME” label (p. 32) Displays VIERA TOOLS (p. 21) red red red e.g. VCR Displays Main Menu (p. 35) Selects/OK/Change Displays Sub Menu (p. 18, 37) Returns to previous menu Colored buttons Note (used for various functions) Channel up/down For more details on the external equipment’s connections, please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment. (for example, p. 16, 27, 28, 43) Displays or removes the channel Volume up/down banner (p. 19)

Sound Mute On/Off Operates the Favorite channel list function (p. 19) Changes aspect ratio (p. 19, 57) Numeric keypad to select any channel Switches to previously viewed channel (p. 18) or press to enter alphanumeric or input modes input in menus (p. 16-18, 32, 34, 36, 42, 44, 46, 48, 50, External equipment operations 53, 54) (p. 43) Use for digital channels (p. 18)

12 13 First Time Setup First time setup screen is displayed only when the TV is turned on for the first time after the power cord is Auto channel setup (ANT/Cable setup) inserted into a wall outlet and when “Auto power on” (p. 37) is set to “No”. Select the connected Antenna in terminal ANT/Cable setup Step 3 of 6 Not used: Go to or Turn the TV On with the POWER button Cable Antenna Not used (Label inputs) (TV) (Remote) select ANTENNA Cable In

Antenna Cable In OK

OK Select “Not used” when viewing TV via Satellite receiver or Cable box. Note: Select or Select RETURN “Cable” when viewing via Cable DTA Box. Select “Not used” when no wire is connected to the “Antenna/Cable” terminal. Typical when a Cable/Satellite box is connected to a TV input.

Configure your viewing mode Prevents accidental tuning to an unavailable signal. Quick Start

Select your language Select “Start” Guide Auto program Step 3 of 6 Language / Idioma / Langue Step 1 of 6 / Paso 1 de 6 / Étape 1 de 6 Skip: Go to (Label inputs)

Start Skip select English Español Français select

OK OK OK Start scanning for channels via the TV’s OK Select built-in tuner. Select “Skip” when viewing TV Select RETURN channels via Satellite receiver or Cable box.

Selección First Time Setup Sélection

Select your viewing mode (Be sure to select “Home use”) Start scanning the channels Set viewing mode Step 2 of 6 (Available channels are automatically set.) Auto program Home use Store Demonstration select Progress 8% OK Number of analog channels 10 Number of digital channels 0 OK Please select your viewing environment. Select Select “Home Use” when using this TV in your RETURN home. Press RETURN to quit

Please confirm your selection (Home Use) before pressing OK button. RETURN

If you select “Store Demonstration” by mistake in , Complete the Auto program setup confirmation screen will be displayed. Completion message is displayed when the Auto program scan is successfully completed.

You are selecting the store demonstration mode. Auto program If there is no available OK channel, return to - Yes No select Number of analog channels 10 (ANT/ Cable setup). If you select “Yes”, the picture mode will regularly reset Number of digital channels 0 to “Vivid” and a Picture Refresh message will be displayed on the “Not used” will be selected. screen. OK Auto program completed. Press OK to continue. OK Press to return to Select “No” and return to previous screen . RETURN If you select “Yes”, Screen enters the store demonstration mode. the previous screen Select the Input labels (Label inputs) To display the “Set viewing mode” screen again as shown above and select Select NEXT then press OK to go to the next step. “Home Use”, do one of the following: Label inputs Step 4 of 6 select Video 2 GAMEGAME HDMI 1 Not used PC HDMI 2 HDMI • Press and hold down the side POWER button for at least five seconds. or Next HDMI HDMI 3 Next • Unplug power cord for 30 seconds and plug it again. HDMI 4 GAME set Component 1 1 @. 2 ABC 3 DEF Select or enter th Note Component 2 OK 4 GHI 5 JKL 6MNO 7PQRS 8 TUV 9WXYZ connected to the Video 1 Select LAST 0 - , Video 2 GAME RETURN About broadcasting R G ABC abc B PC HDMI HDMI Note systems Next Select Press RIGHT to select a label for each input. Follow the instructions on Change Example: DVD, Blu-ray, etc. or “Not used”. RETURN Press RED to customize the label. screen to complete the is not available on - . Analog (NTSC): R Edit label G B Y following operations. Conventional is not available on . broadcasting Label: [BLANK] Not used/Blu-ray/DVD/DVD REC/HOME THTR/GAME/COMPUTER/ Digital (ATSC): VCR/CABLE/SATELLITE/DVR/CAMERA/MONITOR/AUX/RECEIVER/MEDIA When you have used to turn the TV off, the next time you turn the TV on the New CTR/MEDIA EXT/OTHER “Language” settings will be displayed. programming If you use any other step other than to turn the TV off, or if you used the EXIT that allows Operation of the EXIT button during “First time setup” button to quit before completing the settings, the next time you turn the TV on “First you to view Press the button once to display confirmation screen. Press again to close time setup” will not be automatically displayed. more channels confirmation screen. • The settings up to that point are saved. featuring [EXIT confirmation screen] • You can reset the settings using “First time setup”. (p. 37) high-quality Are you sure you want to exit the First Time Setup? Yes Exit “First time setup” To change the setting (Language, ANT/Cable setup, Input labels, Clock) later, go to video and sound Yes No No Return to the original screen. the Menu screen (p. 37) To repeat the First Time Setup, select “First time setup” in the Setup Menu. 14 15 First Time Setup (Continued) Configure Network settings Adjust the Clock (Set clock) Select the Network type Select NEXT then press OK to go to the next step. Network settings Step 5 of 6 Set later: Go to 6 Manual setting Ethernet cable Wireless (WiFi) Set later DST You can set in “Setup” menu later. Set clock Step 6 of 6 Wireless (WiFi): Start “Wireless network” (p. 17) select Minutes 10 Mode Manual Year - - - Month - - - LAN set or Day - - - OK 09 Hour - - - Minute - - - OK Selects Ethernet cable or wireless network. If you select “set later” and want to repeat the Time zone RETURN Select RETURN Network settings, select “Network settings” in DST the Setup Menu. Next Select Edit 0 - 9 Current year. Follow the instructions on Change RETURN screen to complete the Select the setting mode Automatic: Press OK to start setup automatically. following operations. Quick Start Network settings Step 5 of 6 Error screen is displayed when Auto setting

Network connection has failed. Guide

Set clock Step 6 of 6 Automatic Manual Manual: Go to Manual setting.

Mode Auto Year Month Day Hour Checks for proper network connection, OK Minute Select settings and communication to the Internet RETURN and server automatically. Time zone EST DST Off Manual Next Select Change RETURN

Automatic First Time Setup

Start connection test Manual setting Mode Manual: Adjust the clock manually (Year/Month/Day/Hour/Minute) Network settings Step 5 of 6 Network settings Step 5 of 6 Auto: The clock is adjusted automatically via Internet service. Only

Connection test IP setting mode Automatic Connection test IP address 192.168.0.4 available when the TV is on a network. -->Set “Network settings” first. Check Ethernet cable connection Subnet mask 255.255.255.0 Validate IP address Default gateway 192.168.0.1 Check for IP address duplication DNS setting mode Automatic Select your time zone. (EST/CST/MST/PST/AKST/HST/NST/AST) Check connection to the Internet Primary DNS 192.168.0.1 Time zone Check communication with VIERA CAST server. Secondary DNS 221.184.25.249 Test in progress... Proxy address Proxy port Connect test Connection Mac address 00-00-aa-cc-33-ab DST Set DST (Daylight Saving Time) setting. (On/Off) Select Change On: Advances the clock one hour from the time it is set according to the time RETURN error RETURN zone.

Complete “Network settings” Manual Complete First time setup Helpful information is displayed when you Completion message is displayed when you have successfully completed the successfully complete “Network settings”. Error screen First time setup.

Network settings Network settings Step 5 of 6

Connection test Check Ethernet cable connection Validate IP address Network settings are complete. Check for IP address duplication You can use VIERA CAST. VIERA CAST lets you enjoy Internet Check connection to the Internet Setup is complete. contents on your VIERA TV. Check communication with VIERA CAST server. Enjoy your Panasonic VIERA TV. Connection to local network (router) failed. Ensure wireless network availability Retry Manual Set later

Press OK to continue. Try again? OK OK Checks for proper network connection, Select settings and communication to the Internet OK Press OK to exit. RETURN RETURN and server. RETURN Retry: Go to “Start connection test” Press to return to Set later: Go to Press to return to the previous screen the previous screen About wireless LAN Wireless LAN adapter and Access point need to be obtained separately. For the latest information on applicable LAN adapters, check the following website: Wireless network (First time setup) in http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/tv/ Check that the Access point supports WPS*. Display “Wireless network” (If it does not support WPS, the encryption key of the Access point is required when configuring settings.) Select the connection method select Follow the instructions on the Access point setup screen and configure the appropriate security settings. select For more details on setting of Access point, please refer to operating manual for the Access point. Wireless network Wireless network We recommend using 11n (5 GHz) for the wireless system between the wireless Please choose a connection method. Please choose a connection method. OK LAN adapter and Access point. WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup using push button) Search for wireless networks OK Communication is also possible with 11a, 11b, and 11g (2.4 GHz), but the Other WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup using PIN number) communication speed may be slower. Manual settings If the wireless system of the Access point is changed, devices that could connect by Follow the directions on screen to complete the setting. wireless LAN may no longer be able to connect. See page 45 for more information. When VIERA CAST or other device is using the network, do not disconnect the wireless LAN adapter. Keep the TV away from the following devices as much as possible: Wireless LAN, Microwaves, and other devices that use 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz signals. Otherwise, the TV failures such as malfunction may occur due to the radio wave interference. * WPS: Wi-Fi Protected Setup 16 17 Watching TV Displays or removes the channel banner Channel Clock Basic connection (p. 11-12) Information 15-2THE NEWS 12:30 PM Recall ABC-HD CC SAP TV-G 1080i Standard 4:3 30 To watch TV and other functions Station SAP Signal Picture Sleep timer Turn power on identifier indication resolution mode remaining time Closed caption Rating Level Aspect ratio (Remote) (TV) Note If the mode is not TV, press and select Press FORMAT to cycle through the aspect modes (p. 57) or TV. (p. 32) Change • 480i, 480p: FULL/JUST/4:3/ZOOM • 1080p, 1080i, 720p: FULL/H-FILL/JUST/4:3/ZOOM aspect Select a channel number ratio (Remote) To directly enter the digital channel number up When tuning to a digital channel, or press the button to enter the FAVORITE Channel numbers registered in Favorite are displayed on the favorite tune down minor number in a compound Call up channel number. a favorite screen. Select the desired broadcast station with the cursor or use the channel number buttons. (p. 20) example: CH15-1: (TV)

You can use the remote control keys to enter the alphanumeric characters. Viewing

Menu VIERA CAST setting Characters are displayed as shown in the following table. Proxy address ABC/abc 123

Proxy port 0 Note 123456789101112 This is the address of the relay server that is Reselect “Cable” or “Antenna” in “ANT in” of “ANT/Cable setup” to switch the signal connected to the target server instead of the 1@. / :~_1 1 reception between cable TV and the antenna. (p. 15, 51) browser and sends data to the browser. 1 @. 2 ABC 3 DEF 2 a/A b/B c/C 2 2 Select OK 4 GHI 5 JKL 6MNO

The channel number and volume level remain the same even after the TV is turned off. Watching TV RETURN 7PQRS 8 TUV 9WXYZ LAST 0 - , 3 d/D e/E f/F 3 3 Entering G ABCabc Y Delete 4 g/G h/H i/I 4 4 characters Navigation area 5 j/J k/K l/L 5 5 Other Useful Functions (Operate after ) 6 m/M n/N o/O 6 6 7 p/P q/Q r/R s/S 7 7 Select the Audio mode for watching TV 1 @. 2 ABC 3 DEF Select OK Digital mode 4 GHI 5 JKL 6MNO 8 t/T u/U v/V 8 8 Listen RETURN 7PQRS 8 TUV 9WXYZ Press SAP to select next Audio track (if available) when receiving a digital channel. LAST 0 - , 9 w/W x/X y/Y z/Z 9 9 with SAP G ABCabc Y Delete (Secondary Audio track 1 of 2 0-,;'"?!()&\00 (English) Switches input mode from alphabet LAST * # $ % = | { } [ ] * Audio to numeric. Program) Analog mode - Space # Press SAP to select the desired Audio mode. You can also use a USB keyboard (not supplied) to enter the alphanumeric characters. • Each press of SAP will change the Audio mode. (Stereo/SAP/Mono) Keyboard type (p. 37) Switches the Closed caption mode On or Off You can operate non-character keys as remote control keys.

Closed Closed caption Off Closed caption On Closed caption On mute Key chart caption Keyboard key Remote key Keyboard key Remote key UP/DOWN/LEFT/RIGHT Cursor key F4 Input Enter OK F5 Channel Down(-) Operate BackSpace Return (when you do not F6 Channel up(+) Press SUB MENU to show the Sub Menu screen (p. 37) input character) This menu consists of shortcuts to convenient functions. USB 0-9 0-9 F7 Volume Down(-) Setup SUB MENU keyboard F1 Menu F8 Volume up(+) Display the Channel surf mode F2 VIERA Tools F9(Red)/F10(Green)/ Color key F11(Blue)/F12(Yellow) (Red/Blue/Yellow/Green) SUB MENU All F3 Submenu Set favorite For more details on setting and operation of the USB keyboard, please also read the Edit CH caption operating manuals for the USB keyboard. Signal meter Some keyboards do not have these keys. 18 19 Watching TV (Continued) Using VIERA TOOLS

Favorite Feature VIERA TOOLS is the easy way to access frequently-used menu items. They are displayed as shortcut icons on the TV screen. Set the Favorite Feature Use the Favorite Feature Unlike a conventional menu, you can enjoy using, playing or setting a function quickly. 1 Display the SUB MENU. 1 Display “Favorite channels” Display VIERA TOOLS

2 Select “Set favorite” 2 Select the channel Select the item Setup SUB MENU select Favorite channels 1/3 select Channel surf mode 1 26-1 select All 2 or Set favorite 3 next Edit CH caption OK 4 Signal meter 5

3 Set the displayed channel 3 Set a Favorite channel Set favorite 1/3 select the list Favorite channels 1/3 Viewing 1 26-1 number 1 26-1 OK 2 2 Set each item 3 save the displayed 3 4 channel 4 3D 5 5 or 3D settings (p. 24) select the list number (to save the channel without pressing OK) THX Watching TV Using VIERA TOOLS Change to “THX” mode. Picture mode (p. 59) Delete a favorite channel To change the page

Set favorite 1/3 select Press repeatedly to change VIERA CAST 1 26-1 between pages(1/3, 2/3, 3/3 or exit) 2 3 VIERA CAST (p. 30) 4 delete 5 (while holding down) Changes the page forward/ backward VIERA Link

Press to exit from a menu screen VIERA Link control (p. 42-43)

VIERA IMAGE VIEWER Press to return to the previous screen Viewing with VIERA IMAGE VIEWER (p. 26-29)

Media player

Media player (p. 26-29)

Eco

Eco/energy saving (p. 37)

20 21 Viewing 3D images on TV

You can enjoy 3D images by wearing the 3D Eyewear supplied with this TV and to view 3D broadcasts and 3D image software.

Basic features of 3D Eyewear Using for the first time This product cannot be used as sunglasses. This product can be worn over vision correction glasses. Remove the insulating sheet Optional Accessory TY-EW3D10U (as of April, 2010) Accessories Visit http://www.panasonic.com/ for more information. 3D Eyewear (1) Part names and functions

Infra-red receiver insulating sheet Receives infra-red signals from the television. The liquid crystal shutter open/close timing is controlled by receiving infra-red 3D Eyewear case (1) Attach the specialized band signals from the television, which provide 3D expression of the images. If the 3D Eyewear slips out of place, use the specialized band included to hold it in place. Battery case Nose pad installation section Attach the band to the left and right tips of the frame, and adjust the Fitting the batteries (p. 23) 3D Eyewear inner section (p. 23) length. Specialized band When using for the first time, remove the insulating sheet. Specialized band can be (p. 23) attached here. (p. 23) Specialized band (1) Viewing Attach the nose pad If required, use the included nose pad. Nose pad A adjusts the attachment position of the 3D Eyewear between 2 If the end of the specialized vertical levels. band is loosened, make a loop (Slot 2 of the 3 protrusions on the 3D Eyewear deeply into the holes on nose at the end as shown in the pad A.) above figure and smooth the When using nose pad B, ensure that all 3 protrusions on the 3D Eyewear are twisted rubber before using. Nose pad A inserted deeply into the 3 holes on nose pad B. Nose pad (1 of each) Viewing 3D images on TV Liquid Crystal Power button A B Replacing the batteries Shutter (bottom side of 3D Eyewear) Controls the images for Switches on the 3D Eyewear power. When the remaining battery level is low, the Indicator lamp flashes 5 times upon turning the 3D Eyewear power ON. 3D viewing. (Early battery replacement is recommended.) The left and right liquid Power button crystal shutters are Use either nose pad A or B Loosen the screw from the cover using the Note alternately opened Indicator lamp for your preference. screwdriver (included). Use the specified type of battery (coin-shaped lithium and closed in time with If you put the 3D Eyewear battery CR2032). the left side and right Press and hold the power button for approximately screwdriver side images that are 1 second to switch the power on, and the Indicator on vision correction Do not insert the battery with the polarity (plus and alternately displayed lamp lights for approximately 2 seconds. To switch glasses, the nose pad minus ) backwards. on the television to the power off, press and hold the power button for is recommended to be Dispose of the old batteries as non-burnable garbage, or achieve the 3D effect. approximately 1 second. (The Indicator lamp flashes 3 removed. in line with the garbage regulations in your local area. times, then the power switches off.)

Specifications Lens type Liquid Crystal Shutter type Width: 6.97” (177 mm) Replace the battery, and then replace the Dimensions Height: 1.82” (46 mm) Batteries Coin-shaped lithium battery CR2032 cover. Overall length: 6.86” (174 mm) (duration) (approx. 75 hours in continuous use) Always tighten the screw to hold the battery case cover Power supply DC 3 V in place. Usage temperature 32 °F – 104 °F range (0 °C – 40 °C) Mass (including batteries) 0.14 lb (63 g)

Transmitter for 3D Eyewear Main body: resin Viewing range* Within 3.2m from front surface Materials (Within ±35° horizontal, ±20° vertical) Lens section: Liquid crystal glass * Viewing range: The location of the 3D Eyewear transmitter (p.13)

22 23 Using Precautions Viewing 3D images on TV (Continued) Liquid Crystal Shutter Do not apply pressure to the liquid crystal shutter. Also, do not drop or bend the 3D Eyewear. Viewing 3D images Do not scratch the surface of the liquid crystal shutter with a pointed instrument etc. Doing so may cause damage to the 3D Eyewear, and reduce the quality of the 3D image. Using the television menu controls, set so that 3D images are shown. Infra-red receiver section You can watch 3D images in the following cases: (As of February 2010) Do not soil the infra-red receiver section or attach stickers etc. to it. • When a 3D image supporting Blu-ray Disc is played on a 3D image supporting player/recorder connected using a • Doing so may prevent the receiver from receiving signals from the television, which may prevent the 3D Eyewear from operating normally. HDMI cable to a 3D image supporting television. If the 3D Eyewear is affected by other infra-red data communication equipment, the 3D images may not be displayed correctly. • 3D image supported broadcast (program) Cautions During Viewing Wearing the 3D Eyewear Do not use devices that emit strong electromagnetic waves (such as cellular phones or personal transceivers) near Press and hold the power button on the 3D Eyewear for approximately 1 second. the 3D Eyewear. Doing so may cause the 3D Eyewear to malfunction. (The Indicator lamp lights for approximately 2 seconds.) The 3D Eyewear cannot operate fully at high or low temperatures. Put on the 3D Eyewear. Please use within the specified usage temperature range (p. 22). If the 3D Eyewear slips out of place, hold it in place using the specialized band, If the 3D Eyewear is used in a room in which fluorescent lights (50 Hz) are used, the light within the room may appear and adjust the length of the band. (p. 23) to be flickering. In this case, either darken or switch off the fluorescent lights when using the 3D Eyewear. Wear the 3D Eyewear correctly. 3D images will not be correctly visible if the 3D Eyewear is worn upside down or back-to-front. If the 3D images are not displayed correctly or the images cause discomfort, the Liquid crystal displays (such as computer screens, digital clocks, or calculators etc.) may be difficult to see while images can be adjusted by following this procedure. wearing the 3D Eyewear. (The polarizing axis does not match, causing the displays to appear black.) * The perceived three dimensional effects of the 3D Eyewear differ from person to person. Do not wear the 3D Eyewear when watching anything other than 3D images. Display VIERA TOOLS screen and select “3D” Individual differences may occur in which the 3D images are difficult to see, or cannot be seen, especially in users that have a different Using Setup menu (p. 37) level of eyesight between the left and right eyes. Take the necessary steps (wearing glasses etc.) to correct your eyesight before use. For comfortable viewing select View the screen at a distance at least 3 times further than the effective height of the screen. Recommended distance: next For a 50-inch television, 6’2” (1.9m) or more. Viewing Using the 3D Eyewear at a distance closer than the recommended distance may cause eyesight fatigue. When the top and bottom area of the screen is blackened, such as during some movies, view the screen at a distance Select the item and set 3 times further than the height of the actual image. (That makes the distance closer than above recommended figure.) 3D settings (see below) 3D settings select Storage and Cleaning 3D Eyewear On Press to exit from a change 3D input format Auto Clean using a soft, dry cloth. menu screen Wiping the 3D Eyewear with a soft cloth that is covered in dust or dirt may scratch the eyewear. Shake off any dust from the cloth before use. Viewing 3D images on TV Left / Right swap Swapped Do not use benzene, thinner, or wax on the 3D Eyewear, as doing so may cause the paint to peel off. Diagonal line filter Off Do not submerge the 3D Eyewear in liquid such as water when cleaning. Press to return Safety precautions Avoid storing the 3D Eyewear in hot or highly humid locations. to the previous screen After Use Troubleshooting/Q&A Press and hold the power button on the 3D Eyewear for approximately 1 second. (The Indicator lamp on the 3D Eyewear flashes 3 times, then the power switches off.) • Is “3D Eyewear” set to “On”? After using the 3D Eyewear, store it in the case provided. Switch “3D Eyewear” set to “On”. • Is “3D input format” set correctly? If the images cause discomfort, they can be adjusted with the following settings. When the HDMI receives information in which 3D mode is not detected, 3D These settings are reset by switching inputs or selecting channel. (Settings will not be retained.) Images are not 3D images are not automatically displayed. 3D Eyewear (On/Off) Left / Right swap (Normal/Swapped) Adjust “3D input format” according to the 3D images. • Is there a sticker or other such item blocking the infra-red reception section 3D Eyewear On Left / Right swap Swapped on the 3D Eyewear? Off: 3D images can be deactivated by turning “Off” Change this to On when the phases are reversed The 3D Eyewear operates by receiving signals from the television. while viewing. (When 3D Eyewear is not worn) (when there is an unusual sense of depth). Check that there are no objects blocking the path between the television and 3D Eyewear. 3D input format Diagonal line filter (On/Off) (Auto/Side by side/Top and bottom/Native) (Switch “Side by side” and “Top and bottom” types) • Are there any objects between the eyewear and television? 3D input format Auto Diagonal line filter Off • Is there a sticker or other such item blocking the infra-red reception section 3D The power of the 3D Eyewear on the 3D Eyewear? On: Resolves discomfort caused by receiving settings turns off by itself The 3D Eyewear operates by receiving signals from the television. Auto: (Default) When the HDMI receives information a quincunx matrix signal. Check that there are no objects blocking the path between the television and 3D Eyewear. in which 3D mode is detected, 3D images are Safety precautions • If the eyewear stops receiving infra-red signals from the television, the power automatically displayed according to the signal. Displays message for viewing 3D images. automatically switches off after 5 minutes. (Switching may not occur depending on the signal.) Side by side/Top and bottom: There is something wrong with • Are the left and right sides of the 3D image reversed? Allows you to set this setting to match the image state. the 3D images Switch “Left / Right swap” setting. (p. 24) Native: Displays the input signals as is on the screen. When the HDMI receives information in which Full HD (Frame Sequential Method) is detected, the image is automatically Indicator lamp does not light • Is the battery level low? displayed regardless of “3D input format” settings. when the 3D Eyewear power Battery is run out if the Indicator lamp does not light when the power button is button is pressed held down more than 1 second. Please replace the battery. 24 * If a signal received from an external device is different from the 3D setting of the TV, such as 2D signal when the TV is set to 3D mode, the images may not be displayed correctly. 25 Insert a Media (SD card or USB flash memory) * This setting will be skipped next time unless you select “Set later” (SD card only). Viewing with VIERA IMAGE VIEWER Set “Image viewer settings” (Media player) Select “Play image viewer now” Image viewer settings select Slideshow: A Slideshow will start The VIERA Image Viewer is a function that lets you easily view still and motion images on a VIERA television by simply Image viewer auto play automatically next time. inserting an SD card into the VIERA SD card slot. Set later change Photos: The “Photos” will be displayed Media player: Play image viewer now automatically next time. set Videos/Music: The video/music data plays You can also view still and motion images and play music saved on a USB flash memory and an SD card. automatically from next time. Select the contents Set later: “Image viewer settings” menu Basic features for Media player (“Set later” only) will be displayed repeatedly. Media Player Off: The data can be played manually. Available contents and features select

Media select

Enter Photos Videos Music Mixed (Photo/Video/Music) Select Select View (SD) Return Photos Videos Info Music Mixed Return OK Media Player Photos All photos Media Player Videos Titles/Folders view Media Player Music Titles/Folders view Media Player Mixed

STREAM Sound... Green... PRIVATE DCIM Fantastic... Halfby Manual operation (“Image viewer auto play” is “Off”/For USB flash memory) Display “Media player” and select contents Using VIERA TOOLS (p. 21) (SD card only)

Select OK Select OK Select OK Select OK Info Info Info Info RETURN RETURN RETURN RETURN Media Player SD card only R SlideshowG SortB Change thumbnail Y Media select R Play G B Y Media select R Play Folder G B Y Media select R Play G B Y Media select

SD card / USB select Media select

Enter • Select (p. 29) Select View (SD) Return Photos Videos Info Music Mixed Return

Contents selection Information panel Setting menu Select the data (Photos/Videos/Music/Mixed)

How to view the data differs depending on data storage conditions. Viewing Media Player Photos All photos Media Player Photos All photos Media Player Photo All photos Photo settings Picture Select Title/Folder Select file Audio VIERA link Media Player Photos Folders Media Player Photos All photos 1/5 File name: Slideshow settings 100-0001.jpg SD Card / USB select 100_PANA Date: 15/04/2010 Size: select select 640x480 Media select

Select OK Enter RETURN Select OK Select OK Select Info Info RETURN OK RETURN OK RETURNSelect ViewPhotos (SD) Videos Music Mixed Select OK Select OK Info Info Info R SlideshowG Sort B Y Media select R SlideshowG SortB Change thumbnail Y Media select Return RETURN RETURN R SlideshowG Sort B Change thumbnail Y Contents Select R SlideshowG SortB Change thumbnail Y Media select R SlideshowG SortB Change thumbnail Y Media select (e.g. Photo-Folders) (e.g. Photo-All photos) Displays detailed data information. Settings--> p. 29 (File name, Date, and Size etc.) Photo settings other functions (p. 28-29)

• Viewing with VIERA IMAGE VIEWER select *Information differs depending on Movie options View or Play OK selected data. Music options Photo Mixed media options Photo status Navigation area Accessing Single Slide show Rotate Play Media information Prev. Next RETURN Stop Rotate Play Slideshow (p. 28) Prev. Next Inserting or removing an SD card/USB flash memory RETURN Stop Single photo view • SD card USB flash memory Movie Navigation Recording format Title 2006.12.12_1 Insert the card Remove the card Insert the device Remove the device Date and time 12/12/2006 10:35 00:00.06 / 00:00.30 area (AVCHD/MPEG2) Gently insert the SD Card label Pause Movie banner surface facing front. Press to exit from Forward Title 2006.12.12_1 Date and time 12/12/2006 10:35 a menu screen 00:00.06 / 00:00.30 Label surface Insert straight in Pull straight out RETURN Play Elapsed time of current movie Press in lightly RETURN Stop on SD Card, Reverse then release. Press to return to Push until a To display/hide Navigation area and Banner click is heard the previous screen • •To display/hide Navigation area To display/hide Banner (Photo) Compliant card type (maximum capacity): Media player only supports USB Mass storage • SDXC Card (64 GB), SDHC Card (32 GB), microSDHC class devices. •To display/hide Banner (Movie) Card (16 GB), SD Card (2 GB), miniSD Card (2 GB), Music microSD Card (2 GB) (requiring microSDHC Card/ miniSD Card/microSD Card/ adapter) Navigation Pause AAAAAA area Artist name If a microSDHC Card, miniSD Card or microSD Card is BBBBBBB XXXXXXX Forward 00:00.05 / 00:00.49 Album name used, insert / remove it together with the adapter. Play Song name RETURN RETURN Stop Soundtrack For more information and cautions on SD card and USB flash memory (p. 58) Soundtrack R G B Y R G B Y Reverse Elapsed time of current song 26 •To display/hide Navigation area •Soundtrack (p. 28) 27 In or (p. 27) Adjust the Picture and Audio Viewing with VIERA IMAGE VIEWER Display “Photo settings” Picture 1/3 select Reset to defaults (Media player) (Continued) Picture mode Vivid adjust Contrast 0 Photo view example: Picture menu Picture menu/Audio menu (p. 38) In (p. 27) 7 x 4 (28 photos) 10 x 6 (60 photos) Media Player Photos All photos Media Player Photos All photos Switch Select the item Use VIERA Link function Thumbnail Photo settings Picture select Record now select view Audio Stop recording Select OK Select OK Info Info RETURN RETURN change R SlideshowG SortB Change thumbnail Y Media select R SlideshowG Sort B Change thumbnail Y Media select VIERA Link VIERA Link control Slideshow settings Recorder SD Card / USB select next Speaker output TV In (p. 27) VIERA Link (p. 44) Display “Sort selection” menu Displays each view (sorted) Media PlayerPhotos Sort by Date SD Card / USB select (SD/USB1/USB2) 25/07/2010 26/07/2010 23/07/2010 24/07/2010 Set Connected select Select the item OK Select Sort Return All photos select SD Card Select OK Info change RETURN Folders R SlideshowG Sort B Y Media select Photo (example) Sort by date (e.g. “Sort by date” view) settings Sort by month OK Folders (ascending order of numeric/alphabetical) Slideshow settings Viewing Sort by month (ascending order of the month) Slideshow settings Note Sort by date (ascending order of the date ) Display interval Fast select To stop in mid-cycle Press Repeat playback Off In (Display All-picture view) (p. 27) Picture quality may become lower depending on Transition effect Off adjust Slideshow Single view Frame Off the slideshow settings. Media Player Photos All photos Photo effect Sepia Picture setting may not work depending on the Photo size Zoom slideshow settings. Soundtrack Off Burst playback Off

Rotate Pause Play Prev. Prev. Next Select OK Next Info RETURN RETURN RETURN Slideshow Stop Stop Viewing with VIERA IMAGE VIEWER R SlideshowG SortB Change thumbnail Y Media select You can set “Display interval” each image is displayed in the Slideshow mode. Display interval (Short/Fast/Normal/Slow/Very slow) Slideshow Single view Repeat playback Turn the Slideshow Repeat function on or off (Off/On). Rotate Pause Play Select the Transition effect (Off /Fade in/Wipe ↓/Wipe ↑/Wipe →/Wipe ←/ Prev. Next Prev. Next Transition effect Slide in ↓/Slide in ↑/Slide in →/Slide in ←/Zoom in/Comb ↑↓/Comb →←/ RETURN RETURN Stop Stop Dissolve/Checker wipe/Motion/Random) Frame Select the Frame (Off/Array/Collage/Drift(with calendar)/Drift/Gallery(with calendar)/Gallery/Cinema) Video view Photo effect Select the conversion effect (Off/Sepia/Gray scale) In (p. 27) Photo size Removes the black borders that are added according to the size of the photo being displayed. (Normal/Zoom) Display “Current audio Each press of SAP will change the Audio mode. Select the music (Off/Music 1/Music 2/Music 3/Music 4/Music 5/User selected/Auto) status” (If the movie has multiple audio signals.) Soundtrack User selected: Plays the soundtrack registered in the “Soundtrack”. (p. 28) Change Auto: Plays the songs on the root folder(directory) of SD card or USB flash memory. Current stereo Burst playback Continuously plays photos that were shot continuously. (On/Off) audio In or (p. 27) Adjust the Picture and Audio status Display “Movie options”/“Music options”/ “Mixed media options” Use VIERA Link function (Current audio status) SD Card / USB select It may take several seconds to change the sound. Follow the direction above (Photo settings) Movie Set up Repeat playback Music view options/ In (p. 27) Music Movie options select You can register the music file currently played back or the music files included in the same folder as options/ Picture the current file for Soundtrack. Select the item Audio change VIERA Link Display “Soundtrack” menu Select the item Mixed Movie options select Repeat On media Picture Soundtrack select SD Card / USB select Audio Soundtrack This song options VIERA Link All songs in folder Set play repeat function Repeat On OK Movie: (On/Off) OK SD Card / USB select Music: (Off/One song/Repeat Folder) This song: Register current music. (example: Movie options) All songs in folder : Register the music in a folder. 28 Set 29 TM Internet connections VIERA CAST Contact your Broadband service provider NOTICE: If you don’t have Internet service by your local provider, please order a high-speed You can access information services (TV content) from the Home screen via the Internet. Internet service at no less than the following connection speed. If you already have such service, Not all VIERA Cast content are available in your local country. Some content might not be available in your language. make sure that the connection speed exceeds the following. You need a broadband environment to use this service. Required speed (effective): at least 1.5 Mbps for SD and 6Mbps for HD picture quality, respectively. Operate VIERA CAST Dial-up Internet service cannot be used for VIERA CAST. Select wired or wireless connection Preparations Optional Accessory If the Cable/DSL modem is close to the TV and you have only one TV set, you may choose a wired connection. If the Internet connections (p. 31) Communication Camera Cable/DSL modem is far from the TV and/or you have more TVs in the house, you may want to use a wireless network. Network settings (p. 44-47) TY-CC10W Display the Home screen Connecting to the internet A Basic connection • This camera can be used on VIERA CAST. If you are not using the network for connecting anything else but the TV, you could just connect • For details, read the manual of the Communication Camera. the TV directly to the Cable/DSL Ethernet connection (see schematic below). • Depending on the area, this optional B Advanced wired connection accessory may not be available. For more details, please contact If you are using the network for connecting various PCs/Laptops and want to connect the TV, your local Panasonic dealer. you should use a router to connect the TV to the Internet (see schematic below). Select the item and press OK C Advanced wireless connection 1 If you are using the network for connecting various PCs/Laptops and want to connect the TV, select you could also use a wireless router to connect the TV to the Internet (see schematic below). D Advanced wireless connection 2 view If you are using the network for connecting various PCs/Laptops and want to connect the TV, you could

also use a wireless LAN adapter and Access point to connect the TV to the Internet (see schematic below). Viewing Press to exit from Video communication (e.g. Skype™) A Internet MORE requires an exclusive Communication a menu screen Cable/ BACK Camera TY-CC10W (above). DSL modem Press to return to This screen is an example. It varies according to the usage conditions. Router B Internet the Home screen * Depending on the usage conditions, it may take a while to read all the data. • VIERA CAST contents are subject to change without notice. Cable/ • Not all VIERA CAST contents are available depending on the country and area. DSL VIERA CAST • 3D images are not displayed on center of the home screen depending on the signal. modem Using USB keyboard USB connections (p. 55, 58) C Internet Keyboard type (p. 37) Internet D Operate USB keyboard/Entering characters (p.19) Ethernet cable Cable/ DSL In modem Display “Menu” Adjust the Picture and Audio TM Picture 1/3 select Wireless Reset to defaults Repeater adjust Picture mode Vivid Contrast 0 Example of Network connection Brightness 0 Color 0 Back of the TV Tint 0 Sharpness 0 Ethernet cable example: Picture menu Other Picture menu/Audio menu settings (p. 36) Select the item Use VIERA Link function Internet equipment select Menu select Record now change Picture Stop recording * About wireless LAN (p. 16) Audio VIERA Link control OK Router/ Set Internet setting (LAN) for VIERA Link Recorder Access point connected equipment with Speaker output Internet Internet equipment if you need. TV * You cannot set Internet setting Cable/DSL Back to TV modem from this TV. VIERA Link (p. 42) Set For more details on the external equipment’s connections, please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment 30 31 Watching Videos and DVDs If you have applicable equipment connected to the TV, you can watch videos and DVDs on the TV screen. VIERA LinkTM Setting Input Select If you connect equipment that has the “HDAVI Control” function to the TV using an HDMI cable, You can select the external equipment to access. you will find it easier to use. Please refer to p. 38-43. Before using these functions, you need to With the connected equipment turned On set “VIERA Link” setting to “On” as shown below. Display the Input select menu Display the menu

Select the input mode Input select Press the corresponding NUMBER 1 TV button on the remote control to Select “Setup” 2 HDMI 1 GAME select the input of your choice. Menu Setup 2/2 select VIERA Link settings 3 HDMI 2 ECO / energy saving 4 HDMI 3 or Select the input of your choice, then Keyboard type 5 HDMI 4 GAME press OK. U.S. next 6 Component 1 AUX select Advanced setup 7 Component 2 During the selection, if no action First time setup Viewing About 8 Video 1 is taken for several seconds, the Reset to defaults 9 Video 2 GAME enter “Input select” menu disappears. 0 PC Adjusts Surf mode, Language, Clock, Channels, Inputs, and other settings. (example) Select “VIERA Link settings” The terminal and label of the HDMI 1 Terminal connected equipment are MenuSetup 2/2 select GAME Label VIERA Link settings

displayed. ECO/energy saving Watching Videos and DVDs To label each of the inputs, Keyboard type (example) please refer to p. 53. U.S. next

Note The Input label will be displayed on the “Input select” screen if the Input label is set Select “VIERA Link” on p. 53. Menu VIERA Link settings select For side input terminals (HDMI 4/Video 2), “GAME” Input label is set as default. VIERA Link On (Picture mode is set to “Game”, refer to p. 59.) Power on link No For more details on the Picture mode setting, refer to p. 59. For “Input labels”, refer Power off link Yes Energy saving mode to p. 53. Quick start Unselected device energy save Press Game to switch to the game screen No (stay on) Switches to input terminal that has “GAME” label. Default speakers TV Cycle through the input terminals if there are Enables or disables interoperability of multiple input terminals that have “GAME” HDMI 1 GAME “HDAVI Control” compliant HDMI devices. Press to exit from To return to TV label. (p. 53) HDMI 4 GAME a menu screen If there is no input terminal with “GAME” Select “On” label, you cannot switch the input terminal Video 2 GAME (default is On) to any other input terminal than the one change currently selected. Press to return to the previous screen Now you can set each “VIERA Link” function according to your preference Operate the connected equipment using the remote (p. 40-43). control supplied with the equipment Note Note If no HDMI equipment is connected or standard HDMI equipment (non- “VIERA For details, see the manual for the connected equipment. Link”) is used, set it to “Off”. For more details on the external equipment’s connections, please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment. 32 33 Displaying PC Screen on TV How to Use Menu Functions

The screen of the PC connected to the unit can be displayed on the TV. Various menus allow you to set the picture, sound, and other functions so that you can enjoy watching TV You can also listen to PC sound with the audio cable connected. To connect PC. (p. 55) best suited for you.

Display the menu Displaying PC Screen on TV Display the Input select menu How to Use Menu Functions Shows the functions that can be adjusted. Input select Some functions will be disabled depending on 1 TV the type of input signal. 2 HDMI 1 GAME 3 HDMI 2 4 HDMI 3 5 HDMI 4 GAME 6 Component 1 AUX Menu structure 7 Component 2 Menu bar Menu 8 Video 1 Input labels Press OK to move to the Menu items. HDMI 1 9 Video 2 GAME HDMI 2 0 PC HDMI 3 HDMI 4 Menu items Select “PC” Component 1 Press OK to proceed to the next Component 2 screen if available. PC Corresponding signals (p. 61) Video 1 Video 2 Displays PC Select or enter the name of the device Help information PC screen connected to the HDMI 1 terminal. Viewing Select Change RETURN Operation guide

R Add user label G B Y To return to TV / (example: Input labels) Select the menu Menu Picture 1/3 select Reset to defaults Picture mode Custom Contrast 0 Brightness 0 next PC menu setting (change as desired) Making settings “How to Use Menu Functions” to (p. 35)

Select the item Advanced Menu Item Adjustments/Configurations (options) Menu Picture 1/3 select Reset to Resets PC adjustments. Confirmation screen is displayed. Select “Yes” and press OK to reset. Reset to defaults defaults Picture mode Custom H & V: The H and V sync signals are input from the HD/VD connector. (p. 61) Contrast 0 Sync On green: Uses a synchronized signal on the Video G signal, which is input from the Brightness 0 G connector. (p. 61) Color 0 Dot clock Alleviates the problem if a picture appears to be vertically-striped, flickers partially or is blurred. Tint 0 Adjusts the horizontal Sharpness 0 position. Press to exit from H-position a menu screen Resets all picture adjustments to factory default settings except for “Advanced picture”.

Picture Adjusts the vertical position. (example: Picture menu) PC V-position Adjust or select adjustments Press to return Menu Picture 1/3 Alleviates the problem if the whole picture appears to flicker or is blurred. to the previous Reset to defaults First adjust the Dot Clock to get the best possible picture, then adjust the screen Picture mode Vivid adjust Clock Phase so that a clear picture appears. Clock phase Contrast 0 or Note Brightness 0 select It may not be possible to display a clear picture due to poor input signals. Color 0 Switches to wide display. Tint 0 Input Sharpness 0 resolution Input signal switched from 640×480 to 852×480 Input signal switched from 1024×768 to 1280×768 or 1366×768 Displays the H (Horizontal)/V (Vertical) frequencies. Selects from preset picture modes. H-frequency Display range V-frequency Horizontal: 15 - 110 kHz Vertical: 48 - 120 Hz (example: Picture menu) 34 Audio menu (p. 36) 35 Menu list How to Use Menu Functions Menu Item Adjustments/Configurations (alternatives) Lock Locks the channels and programs. (p. 48) caption Closed Menu list Closed caption Displays subtitles (Closed caption) (p. 52) Menu Item Adjustments/Configurations (alternatives) 3D settings Set the 3D settings (p. 24) Resets all picture adjustments to factory default settings except for “Advanced picture”. Reset to defaults* Sets the mode to select the channel with the Channel up/down button. Basic picture mode. (p. 59) Channel surf mode (All/Favorite/Digital only/Analog only) 2D mode: (Vivid/Standard/THX/Game/Custom) Favorite: Only channels registered as FAVORITE. (p. 20) Picture mode 3D mode: (Vivid/Standard/Cinema/Game/Custom) • • Each setting will be retained independently. Language Selects the screen menu language. Adjusts the color, brightness, etc. for each picture mode to suit your taste Clock Adjusts the clock. (p. 17) Contrast, Brightness, Display range Contrast/Brightness/Color/Sharpness: 0 - 100 ANT/Cable setup Sets channels. (p. 51) Color, Tint, Sharpness • Tint -50 - +50 Input labels Selects the terminal and label of the external equipment. (p. 53) Color temp. Selects a choice of Cool (blue), Normal, or Warm (red) color. (Cool 2/Cool 1/Normal/Warm 1/Warm 2) Prevents “Image retention” with Wobbling. (Automatic/Periodic) Anti Image Color mgmt. On: Enhances green and blue color reproduction, especially outdoor scenes. (Off/On) retention Pixel orbiter Automatic: Shifts the display image automatically. • Periodic: Shifts the display image every (1/2/3/4) minutes according to what was set in the “Time (minutes)” menu. Auto: Provides the appropriate picture when images corresponding to “x.v.Color” are input • x.v.Color via the HDMI input of this TV. (Off/Auto) Time (minutes) Sets the time for the “Pixel orbiter-Periodic” setting. (1/2/3/4) Provides appropriate picture when still images are input. (On/Off) Changes the brightness of the side bar (Off/Dark/Mid/Bright) (4:3 mode only) Photo enhancement * “x.v.color” will not work if “On” is set. 4:3 side bars The recommended setting is “Bright” to prevent the panel “Image retention”. (p. 60) How to Use Menu Functions

• (picture, sound quality, etc.) C.A.T.S. Adjusts the brightness and gradation according to the ambient lighting condition. (Off/On) Scrolling bar Press “OK” to start the horizontal “Scrolling” on the screen. (p. 60) Video NR Reduces noise, commonly called snow. Leave it off when receiving a strong signal. (Off/Weak/Medium/Strong) Network settings Sets Network settings (p. 44) Blur reduction Improves the moving picture resolution. (Off/On) VIERA Link settings Controls the equipment connected to HDMI terminals. (Off/On) (p. 40) VIERA Link “Power off link”, “Power on link”, “Energy saving mode”, “Unselected device energy save” Adjust the “Picture mode” setting in more detail. (p. 60) • and “Default speakers” cannot be selected if “Off” is set. Pro settings (This setting can be adjusted only when “Custom” or ”Photo” is selected.) Picture Changes the format (aspect ratio). (FULL/H-FILL/JUST/4:3/ZOOM) Power on link Sets “Power on link” of the HDMI connected equipment. (No/Yes) (p. 40) Screen format adjustments Lets you choose the aspect depending on the format of received signal. (p. 57) Power off link Sets “Power off link” of the HDMI connected equipment. (No/Yes) (p. 40)

Aspect Selects between 95 % (Size 1) or 100 % (Size 2) for the scanning area with High-definition signal. (Size 1/Size 2) Energy saving mode Sets “Energy saving mode” of the HDMI connected equipment. (Quick start/Save) (p. 40) Select “Size 1” if noise is generated on the edges of the screen. HD size Unselected device Sets “Unselected device energy save” of the HDMI connected equipment. (p. 40)

Size 1: Selected item for “HD size”. Scanning 95 % Setup • energy save (No (stay on)/Yes (with prompt)/Yes (no prompt)) • Size 2: Selected item for “HD size”. Scanning 100 % Adjusts the horizontal display range to reduce noise of both side edges of an image. (Size 1/Size 2) Default speakers Selects the default speakers. (TV/Theater) (p. 40) H size Size 2: Adjusts the image size according to the aspect mode to reduce noise. (p. 60) To conserve energy, the TV automatically turns off when NO SIGNAL and NO OPERATION Zoom adjustments Adjusts vertical alignment and size when aspect setting is “ZOOM” continue for more than 10 minutes. (Stay on/Power TV off) Note PC adjustments Sets PC display (p. 34) ECO/energy saving Not in use when “Auto power on”, “On/Off Timer” or “Lock” is set, or while “SD mode” or “Digital No signal for 10 • Channel” is selected. Prevents the blown out highlights and blocked up shadows when a wide-range signal is received. minutes HDMI/DVI RGB range Selects between standard RGB range (16-235 bits) or non-compliance (0-255 bits). • “No signal for 10 minutes was activated” will be displayed for about 10 seconds when the TV (HDMI 1-4) (Auto/Standard (16-235)/Nonstandard) is turned on for the first time after the power was turned off by “No signal for 10 minutes”. Auto: Switches the RGB range (Standard (16-235)/Nonstandard) depending on the HDMI signal information. The on-screen display will flash 3, 2 and 1 to indicate the last three (3) remaining minutes • prior to the shut-off.

Minimizes noise and cross-color in the picture. (Off/On) Advanced Advanced picture 3D Y/C filter To conserve energy, the TV automatically turns off when no operation of remote and side Selects image resolution of component-connected devices (SD/HD) Color matrix panel key continues for more than 3 hours. (Stay on/Power TV off) • SD: Standard Definition HD: High Definition • Only used with 480p video signal. Note Block NR Reduces noise of specific digital signals of DVD, STB, etc. (Off/On) No activity for 3 Not in use when “Auto power on” or “On/Off Timer” is set, or while “PC inputs” is selected. hours • Mosquito NR Reduces HDTV flicker noise in the contoured sections of an image (Off/On) “No activity for 3 hours was activated” will be displayed for about 10 seconds when the TV • is turned on for the first time after the power was turned off by “No activity for 3 hours”. Black level Selects Dark or Light. Valid only for external input signals. (Dark/Light) • The on-screen display will flash 3, 2 and 1 to indicate the last three (3) remaining minutes prior to the shut-off. 3:2 pulldown Adjusts the picture recorded in 24 fps for optimum quality. (Off/On/Auto) Select keyboard type. Operate USB keyboard (p. 19) Keyboard type 96Hz/48Hz: Achieves more cinematic playback by reproducing the movie contents at 2 or 4 times the speed of (U.S./Canadian French/Canadian Multilingual Standard/Spanish (Latin America)/Spanish (Spain)) 24p Direct in

24 frames per second. If flicker is seen using 48Hz, please use 60Hz or 96Hz. (96Hz/60Hz/48Hz) Advanced Turns TV On automatically when the cable box or connected device is turned On (No/Yes)

Reset to defaults* Resets Bass, Treble, and Balance adjustments to factory default settings. setup Auto power on TV AC cord must be plugged into this device. TV turns on every time the power is restored. The “Sleep” timer, “On / Off timer”, and “First time setup” will not function if “Auto power on” is set. (p. 54) Bass Increases or decreases the bass response. • Image viewer LED Set to “On”, if you want to light Image viewer LED while SD card is inserted. (On/Off ) Treble Increases or decreases the treble response. Image viewer Sets the media contents or playback type to play back SD cards automatically. Balance Emphasizes the left / right speaker volume. auto play (Slideshow/Photos/Videos/Music/Set later/Off) A.I. sound Equalizes overall volume levels across all channels and external inputs. (Off/On) First time setup Restarts the first time setup from “Language” setting. (p. 14) BBE ViVA HD3D (High-Definition 3D) Sound provides musically accurate natural 3D image with

Audio About Displays TV version and software license.

Advanced audio Hi-Fi sound. The clarity of the sound is improved by BBE while the width, depth and height of sound BBE ViVA image are expanded by BBE’s proprietary 3D sound process. BBE ViVA HD3D Sound is compatible Reset to defaults Performing Reset will clear all settings made with Setup, such as channel settings. (p. 50) with all TV programs including news, music, dramas, movies, sports and electronic games. (On/Off) BBE BBE High Definition Sound restores clarity and presence for better speech intelligibility and musical realism. (On/Off) Sub menu list Surround Enhances audio response when listening to stereo. (Off/On) Menu Item Adjustments/Configurations (alternatives) SUB MENU Volume leveler Minimizes volume disparity after switching to external inputs. Sets the mode to select the channel with the Channel up/down button. Setup Channel surf mode (All/Favorite/Digital only/Analog only) Switches to “Off” when using external speakers (Off/On) TV speakers • “A.I. sound”, “BBE ViVA”, “BBE”, “Surround” and “Volume leveler” do not work if “Off” is selected. Set favorite Sets favorite channels. (p. 19) The default setting is “Digital” for the HDMI connection. (Digital input signal) Edit CH caption Changes the station identifier. (p. 51) HDMI 1-4 in Select audio input terminal when DVI cable is connected. (Analog audio input signal) Signal meter Checks the signal strength if interference or freezing occurs on a digital image. (p. 51) (Digital/Component 1/Component 2/Video 1/Video 2) In the AV mode, the Audio and Setup menus give fewer options. Timer Sleep, Timer 1-5 The TV can automatically turn On/Off at the designated date and time. (p. 54) 36 * Confirmation screen is displayed. Select “Yes” and press OK to reset. 37 VIERA LinkTM “HDAVI ControlTM” VIERA LinkTM Connections Follow the connection diagrams below for HDAVI control If connection (or setting) of equipment compatible with of a single piece of AV equipment such as a DVD recorder HDAVI control is changed, switch the power of this unit Simultaneously control all Panasonic “HDAVI Control” equipped components using one button on the TV remote. (DIGA), Home theater system. Off and On again while the power of all equipment is On Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with Panasonic products which have the “HDAVI Control” function. Refer to page 40-43 for Setup Menu settings and additional (so that the unit can correctly recognize the connected This TV supports “HDAVI Control 5” function. control information. equipment) and check that the DVD recorder (DIGA), Home Connections to the equipment (DVD recorder DIGA, HD Camcorder, Home theater system, Amplifier, etc.) with HDMI Optional HDMI and/or optical cables are not included. theater system playback operates. cables allow you to interface with them automatically. • Note Equipment with the “HDAVI Control” function enables the following operations: HDMI 1 is recommended. Version Operations When connecting to HDMI 2/HDMI 3/HDMI 4 set the input mode to HDMI 2/HDMI 3/HDMI 4 (p. 32) initially before connecting to HDMI 2/HDMI 3/HDMI 4. After connection, confirm the HDMI control functions (p. 40-43). HDAVI Control or later • Automatic Input Switching (p. 41) Connecting this unit to the DVD recorder (DIGA), Home Connecting this unit to a DVD • Power on link (p. 41) theater system recorder (DIGA) and AV amp • Power off link (p. 41) For DVD recorder (DIGA): Connect with HDMI cable When using a “VIERA Link” audio- Default speakers (p. 41) For Home theater system video amplifier and a compatible DVD

• VIERA Link • One-touch theater playback (p. 41) Connect with the HDMI and audio cables. recorder (DIGA) use a daisy chain • Speaker control (p. 43) If audio cable is not connected, you cannot listen to the TV program connection as shown below. through the theater system. HDAVI Control 2 or later VIERA Link control only with the TV’s remote control (p. 43) • * No optical cable is necessary for the equipment that has “HDAVI control 5” Unselected device energy save (for available equipment only) (p. 41) • and is connected with an HDMI cable. (HDMI 1 only) HDAVI Control 3 or later Provides setting information (p. 41) • TM Automatic lip-sync function (p. 41) • “HDAVI Control • Direct TV recording (p. 43) HDAVI Control 4 or later • Energy saving mode (with Quick Start mode) (p. 41) or or HDAVI Control 5 • Audio Return Channel Audio Return Channel (ARC) is a function that enables digital sound signals to be sent via an HDMI cable. Back of the TV TM

For the first time/When adding new equipment, reconnecting equipment or changing the setup ” after the connection, turn the equipment on and then switch the TV on. Set the input mode to HDMI1, HDMI2, HDMI3 or HDMI4 (p. 32), and make sure that the image is displayed correctly. VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”, based on the control functions provided by HDMI which is an industry standard known as HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control), is a unique function that we have developed and added. As such, its operation with other manufacturers’ equipment that supports HDMI CEC cannot be guaranteed. Advanced Please refer to the individual manuals for other manufacturers’ equipment supporting the VIERA Link function. Digital Audio out or or or HDMI cable HDMI cable *

This function needs an HDMI compliant (fully wired) cable. Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilized. HDMI HDMI HDMI HDMI HDMI HDMI It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cable. Recommended part number: (AV IN) (AV OUT) (AV OUT) (AV OUT) (AV OUT) (AV OUT) RP-CDHS15 (4.9 ft/1.5 m), RP-CDHS30 (9.8 ft/3.0 m), RP-CDHS50 (16.4 ft/5.0 m) * For more details on the external equipment’s connections, please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment. or

DVD recorder (DIGA) AV amp with Home theater systems HD Camcorder LUMIX DVD recorder (DIGA) with VIERA Link function VIERA Link function with VIERA Link function with VIERA Link with VIERA with VIERA Link function function Link function

One AV amp and one DVD recorder (DIGA) can be operated with this unit. Be sure to connect the AV amp between this unit and the DVD recorder (DIGA). Setting of this unit after connection After making connections as shown above, set “VIERA Link” (under “VIERA Link settings”) to “On” using the Setup menu. (p. 33, 40-43). Note Individual HDMI equipment may require additional menu settings specific to each model. Please refer to their respective operating instruction manuals. When audio from other equipment connected to this unit via HDMI is output using “DIGITAL AUDIO OUT” of this unit, the system switches to 2CH audio. (When connecting to an AV amp via HDMI, you can enjoy higher sound quality.) 38 For details about HDMI cables for connecting a Panasonic HD camcorder, read the manual for the equipment. 39 VIERA LinkTM “HDAVI ControlTM” (Continued) Display the menu Automatic When using a Blu-ray Disc player, DVD player/recorder or Home theater system, the TV will automatically change to Input the appropriate input, when playback begins on one of those devices. Switching For a Home theater system the speakers automatically switch to the theater system.

Power on When “Yes” is selected (p. 37), the TV is turned on automatically and switches to the appropriate HDMI input link whenever VIERA Link compatible equipment is initially turned on and the Play mode is selected. When “Yes” is selected (p. 37) and the TV is turned off, all connected VIERA Link compatible equipment is also Select “Setup” Power off automatically turned off. Menu Setup 2/2 link A Panasonic DVD Recorder will not turn off if it is still in Rec mode. VIERA Link settings select Caution: The TV remains on even if the VIERA Link compatible equipment is turned off. ECO / energy saving Keyboard type Energy Condition U.S.

Power off link: Yes; Energy saving mode: Quick start VIERA Link Advanced setup next saving mode The equipment has “HDAVI Control 4 or later (with Quick Start mode)” connected with an HDMI cable. (for “HDAVI Control First time setup When TV is turned off, all connected VIERA Link compatible equipment is moved to ECO Standby mode* automatically About 4 or later” (with under above conditions. Reset to defaults Quick Start mode)) * Minimum power consumption of Standby condition for the equipment. Adjusts Surf mode, Language, Clock, Channels, Inputs, and other settings. Unselected Condition device Unselected device energy save: Yes TM Select “VIERA Link settings” The equipment has “HDAVI Control 2 or later” (for available equipment only) connected with an HDMI cable. “HDAVI Control MenuSetup 2/2 select energy save [ Examples of timing for operation ] VIERA Link settings (for “HDAVI • When the input is switched from the HDMI. ECO/energy saving Control 2 or • When the “Speaker output” is changed from “Home theater” to “TV”. Keyboard type later”) U.S. next The connected VIERA Link compatible equipment will be turned off automatically when not in use. Default Select “VIERA Link” “TV” is the default setting. To set the Home theater system as Default speakers, change the Default speakers setting speakers from “TV” to “Theater”. Sound will be output from the Home theater whenever the TV is powered on. Menu VIERA Link settings select VIERA Link On If the “ONE TOUCH PLAY” key is pressed on the remote control for a Panasonic Home theater system, the following TM Power on link No One-touch ” Power off link No sequence of operations is performed automatically: Energy saving mode theater Home theater power switches On, and playback begins. Quick start TV power switches On, and the playback screen is displayed. Unselected device energy save playback No (stay on) Audio is muted on the TV and switches to the theater system. Default speakers TV The following information about the TV settings can be transmitted to each piece of equipment (Recorder/Home

Enables or disables interoperability of Advanced “HDAVI Control” compliant HDMI devices. theater/Player) that has “HDAVI Control 3 or later” function connected to a TV with an HDMI cable. Transmittable data Recorder Home theater Player Select “On” On Screen Display Language setting Press to exit from (default is On) change (English/Español/Français) ○○○ a menu screen Panel Aspect Ratio (16:9 fixed) ○○○ Select settings Provides Menu VIERA Link settings select Closed caption information VIERA Link On setting ------Press to return (Mode/CC type/Digital setting) ○ Power on link No information to the previous Power off link No (for “HDAVI Channel information screen Energy saving mode ○ ------Quick start Control 3 or (Input signal/Channel list/Caption information) Unselected device energy save later”) No (stay on) Note Default speakers TV There is a possibility that all the GUI language information might be set from the equipment, that has an HDMI CEC Selects either the TV’s speakers or external home theater as default audio output. function connected to the TV with an HDMI cable. Depending on the operating conditions or the specification for each piece of equipment the setting may or may not be applied. Set For more details on the external equipment’s operation, please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment. Menu VIERA Link settings [For Recorder] VIERA Link On You cannot operate other functions while transmitting the TV’s information above except the Power On/Off key operation. Power on link No change When you turn off this unit, the transmission will be interrupted (only when you are transmitting Channel information). Power off link No Energy saving mode Quick start Automatic lip- Unselected device energy save sync function Minimizes lip-sync delays between the picture and audio when you connect to a Panasonic theater system or No (stay on) (for “HDAVI Control Amplifier. Default speakers Theater 3 or later”) Selects either the TV’s speakers or external home theater as default audio output. 40 41 VIERA LinkTM “HDAVI ControlTM” (Continued)

You can enjoy more convenient operation with the “HDAVI Control” function in the “VIERA Link” menu. You can select the Home theater or TV speakers for audio output. Home theater: Adjustment for the equipment For more details on the “HDAVI Control” function, refer to p. 38 Control the theater speakers with the TV remote control. This function is available only when a Panasonic Amplifier Volume up / down or Player theater is connected. Display the VIERA Link menu Select “Speaker output” Mute Select “Home theater” or “TV” Speaker control select • The sound of the TV is muted. Record now • When the equipment is turned off, the TV speakers Stop recording change take over. VIERA Link control • Selecting “Home theater” turns the equipment on or Recorder automatically if it is in Standby mode. Speaker output TV: The TV speakers are on.

TV VIERA Link select Back to TV next In the VIERA Link menu, you can select HDMI connected equipment and access it quickly. Continue using your TV remote control to operate the equipment, pointing it at the TV. Select “VIERA Link control” • If there is more than one equipment item, a number after the name indicates the number of items. (e.g. Select the item Select the equipment you want to access Recorder 1/Recorder 2/Recorder 3...) TM select (Recorder/Home theater/Player/Camcorder/LUMIX/ • The number of equipment items that can be “HDAVI Control Record now Digital camera) connected is three for recorders, and a total of Stop recording • Using VIERA TOOLS (p. 21) three for Home theater/Player/Camcorder/LUMIX/ VIERA Link control select Digital camera. Recorder Record now Note change Speaker output Stop recording There is a limit to the number of HDMI connectors. TV VIERA Link control • Back to TV VIERA Link Recorder Operate the equipment with the TV remote TM Speaker output You can select available items only.

control control, pointing it at the TV ” only with the TV • To operate the equipment, read the manual of the Select TV’s remote Back to TV equipment. control Available TV remote control buttons Whether an operation is available differs depending on the connected equipment. Record now (for “HDAVI

change Control 2 or Advanced Stop recording Move the cursor/Select Play VIERA Link control later”) Home theater Set/Access Stop Speaker output Return to previous menu Reverse/Forward TV Display the functions Back to TV Skip Reverse/Forward menu on the equipment Available when the purpose of the keys Pause Press to exit from is displayed on screen a menu screen Set Exit Closed caption Channel Up/Down SAP (Select Audio Mode) Press to return - 0-9 Select digital subchannel to the previous Back to TV screen Records the current program on the recorder immediately. Returns the input selection of the device selected with the Select “Record now” Select “Stop recording”, when you want to stop recording VIERA Link Control to the TV input. Select “Back to TV” select Direct TV Record now Record now select select Recording Stop recording Stop recording Record now VIERA Link control VIERA Link control Stop recording (for “HDAVI Recorder set Recorder set VIERA Link control OK Control 3 or Speaker output Speaker output Recorder later”) TV TV Speaker output Back to TV Back to TV TV For optical recording, the settings of the recorder might be Recording will not stop automatically when the program Back to TV • • required. For details, read the manual of the recorder. is finished. 42 43 Network Settings

This is a setting for connecting to a broadband environment. Check that the Network settings are as shown below, and then start “Connection test”. Display the menu Select “Connection test” and press OK Displayed Connection test screen (It takes a while to cancel the test.) Connection test Check Ethernet cable connection Menu Network settings select Validate IP address Connection test Check for IP address duplication Check connection to the Internet Network connection Wireless (WiFi) Check communication with Viera CAST server. Test in progress... Connection Wireless network - - - OK test IP address/DNS settings VIERA CAST setting Complete Connection test Network cameras list Success->Completion screen is displayed. Software update Error-->Follow the directions on screen to complete the setting. Mac address 00-0b-97-7c-65-e9 Select “Setup” If you perform the Proxy settings, check the Proxy address and Checks for proper network connection, Menu Setup 1/2 select settings and communication to the Internet & the Proxy port number. server. 3D settings Channel surf mode AII Network Select Network type (Ethernet cable/Wireless (WiFi)) Language set or next connection Clock ANT/Cable setup This setting is performed only when “Wireless (WiFi)” is selected in “Network connection” above. Input labels Press “Wireless network”, display screen Anti image retention (only when “---”, “No adapter” or “None” is displayed) Network settings Set the following connection.

Adjusts Surf mode, Language, Clock, Channels, Network Settings Inputs, and other settings. Please select the connection with your wireless LAN adapter and Access point. Follow the directions on screen to complete the setting Wireless network select WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup using push button): Select “Network settings” Wi-Fi Protected Setup is an easy setting of the Wi-Fi Alliance’s certification. You can connect the Access point to press the buttons. Menu Setup 1/2 select Please choose a connection method. OK 3D settings WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup using PIN number): Channel surf mode Set the PIN code that is displayed on the TV on the Access point. All WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup using push button) (For more details on setting of Access point, please refer to operating Language WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup using PIN number) manual for the Access point.) Clock Search for wireless networks: ANT/Cable setup Search for wireless networks Select an Access point from the ones searched for automatically, and Input labels Manual settings Anti image retention configure the settings as instructed on the screen. Network settings Manual settings: Configures settings and parameters of the Manually set SSID, Security type, and Encryption type to match the Press to exit from network connection. settings of the Access point to which to connect. Advanced a menu screen * When connecting by 11n (5 GHz), select “AES” as the Encryption type for the wireless LAN. Select the settings and set Displayed Connection status with an Access point Wireless Menu Network settings select Wireless network ------: Connect with LAN cable Press to return Connection test network No adapter: Wireless LAN adapter is not installed. to the previous Network connection Wireless (WiFi) adjust None: There are no settings to connect Access point. Wireless network screen - - - Connecting…: Currently connected to Access point. IP address/DNS settings If “Connected” is not displayed after a while, VIERA CAST setting Network cameras list set the Access point connection settings again. Software update Connected: Complete connection. Mac address 00-0b-97-7c-65-e9 Displayed “Current settings and status” screen Checks for proper network connection, (only when “Connected” or “Connecting…” is displayed) settings and communication to the Internet & server. You can confirm the AP connection status. (SSID/Wireless type/Security type/Encryption type/Connection status /Signal strength) Press “Wireless network” When you change “Wireless network” -->Press “No” Follow the directions on screen to complete the setting. Wireless network select Current settings and status SSID : You need to be “Connected” to use network devices. Wireless type : OK Security type: Please set Access point settings to “Connected”. Encryption type : Connection status : Signal strength : Continue with current settings?

Yes No

(example) 44 The Network settings become effective when you close the menu and run “Connection test”. 45 Network Settings (continued)

Display the menu [IP setting] Select “IP setting mode” and set to Manual setting “Automatic” Select “IP setting mode” and set to “Manual” (When IP automatic acquisition in DHCP can be used) Select the item and press OK

Menu IP address/DNS settings select Check the specifications of the broadband router IP setting mode Automatic and enter each IP address IP address 192.168.0.5 Subnet mask 100I . 0OK . 0 . 0 Subnet mask 255.255.255.0 OK Select “Setup” Default gateway 192.168.0.254 Menu Setup 1/2 select change 3D settings or The acquired address is displayed. channel Channel surf mode OK AII Language set or next IP setting/ Each IP address is acquired automatically Clock DNS [DNS settings] ANT/Cable setup settings Input labels Select “DNS setting mode” and set to “Automatic” Manual setting Anti image retention (When DNS automatic acquisition in DHCP can be used) Network settings Select “DNS setting mode” and set to “Manual” Adjusts Surf mode, Language, Clock, Channels, Menu IP address/DNS settings select Select the item and press OK Inputs, and other settings. IP setting mode Manual IPDefault setting gateway mode 192.168.0.254Automatic Enter each IP address as was specified by the DNS setting mode AutomaticOK provider Network Settings Primary DNS 192.168.0.20 OK Select “Network settings” Secondary DNS 192.168.0.21 Primary DNS 100I . 0 . 0 . 0 Menu Setup 1/2 select The acquired address is displayed. 3D settings Channel surf mode Each IP address is acquired automatically or select All If you are using a broadband router, IP automatic acquisition in DHCP can be Language used under normal circumstances. If you are not sure, check with the person OK Clock ANT/Cable setup who installed the equipment, or check the instructions for each device. Input labels Set only if specified by the provider. Anti image retention It is not required for normal household use. Network settings Proxy address Proxy port Configures settings and parameters of the Press to exit from network connection. This is the address of the relay server that is connected to the target This number is specified by the provider together with a menu screen server instead of the browser and sends data to the browser. the Proxy address. Setting is only required if specified by the provider. Advanced Select “Proxy port” and press OK Select the item and adjust Select “Proxy address” and press OK Enter the Port number Menu Network settings select Menu VIERA CAST setting select Proxy port 0 Press to return Connection test Proxy address to the previous Network connection Wireless (WiFi) VIERA CAST Wireless network - - - Proxy port 0 OK screen IP address/DNS settings setting VIERA CAST setting or select Network cameras list Allows manual entry of proxy address for relay server. (normally not required) OK Software update Mac address 00-0b-97-7c-65-e9 Enter address Manual entry of the proxy address & port, if required by the Internet service provider. (see “Entering characters” on p. 19) If you perform the Proxy settings, it may make it Proxy address impossible to view VIERA CAST movie content. prIo Select “OK” Select “Software update” Press OK to start the Software update screen Menu Network settings select Connection test Follow directions on the screen Network connection Wireless (WiFi) * Set “Clock” first. (p. 17) IP address/DNS settings OK Software VIERA CAST setting update Network cameras list Software update Mac address 00-0b-97-7c-65-e9

Check if software update for the TV is available

The Network settings become effective when you close the menu and run “Connection test”. 46 47 Lock

You can lock specified channels or shows to prevent children from watching objectionable content. To select the channel or the rating of the program to lock

Display the menu Select up to 7 (1-7) channels to block. These channels will be blocked regardless of the program rating. Select “Mode” and set to “Custom” Select a channel to lock Menu Channel lock select To lock/unlock all channels: Mode Custom Select “Mode” and set to “All” or “Off”. Channel lock Channel 1 - Channel 2 - Channel 3 - set All: Locks all channels Select “Lock” Channel 4 - Channel 5 - Off: Unlocks all channels Menu Password next Channel 6 - Enter password. Channel 7 - - - - -

select Locks Channel 3, Channel 4, and external inputs. select On: Locks You will be asked to enter your password Game lock Select “Game” in 5 and set to “On” Off: Unlocks each time you display the Lock menu. set Blocks access, with password protection, to channels, programs or inputs. To set a rating level Select the rating to lock “V-chip” technology enables restricted shows to lock select Input your 4-digit password according to TV ratings. A 4-digit code must be entered to view a blocked program or Select “Mode” and set to “On” change rating settings. Menu Program lock Mode On Menu Password MPAA Off Enter password. set U.S.TV Off Example of “MPAA” (U.S. movie ratings) * * * - Off C.E.L.R. select C.F.L.R. Off NR No rating G General Audience: All ages admitted Lock If it is your first time entering the password, enter the PG Parental Guidance Suggested password twice in order to register it. Program Enables or disables the programs’ locks. lock Select the rating category you wish to follow PG- Parents Strongly Cautioned: Select the Lock mode 13 Inappropriate for children under 13 Menu Program lock next Menu Lock Mode On Mode Off Restricted: Under 17 requires MPAA Off R Channel Off accompanying parent or adult guardian set U.S.TV Off Game Off C.E.L.R. Off NC- No one 17 and under admitted Program Off select C.F.L.R. Off select 17 Advanced VIERA CAST Off Change password X Adults only To get more information (p. 56) Off: Unlocks all the Lock settings of “Channel”, “Game”, Customizes programs lock based on U.S. “Program” and “VIERA CAST”. MPAA: U.S. movie ratings U.S.TV: U.S. TV program ratings All: Locks all the inputs regardless of the Lock settings of C.E.L.R.: Canadian English ratings Press to exit from “Channel”, “Game”, “Program” and “VIERA CAST”. C.F.L.R.: Canadian French ratings a menu screen Custom: Locks specified inputs of “Channel”, ”Game”, “Program” VIERA CAST lock and “VIERA CAST”. select VIERA CAST Locks VIERA CAST. On: Locks 5 Select the item lock Select “VIERA CAST” in and set to “On”. Off: Unlocks Caution Menu Lock When you press VIERA CAST, the “VIERA CAST Lock” screen is displayed. set Mode Custom Type the correct password to enter the Home screen. Make a note of your Channel Off password in case Game Off To change the password Menu Lock Menu Change password you forget it. (If you Program Off select Mode Off Enter new password. Off In , select “Change password” and press OK Channel Off VIERA CAST - - - - have forgotten your Off Change password Input the new 4-digit password twice Game password, consult Change Program Off your local dealer.) VIERA CAST Off “Channel”, ”Game”, “Program” and “VIERA CAST” are not password Change password Note accessible unless “Custom” is selected in “Mode”. When you select a Set set locked channel, a message will be displayed that allows Note you to view the This television is designed to support the “Downloadable U.S. Region Rating System” when available. channel if you input (Available only in U.S.A.) your password. The Off rating is independent of other ratings. When placing a lock on a specific-age-based-rating level, the Off rating and any other more restrictive ratings will also be blocked. 48 49 Editing and Setting Channels

The current channel settings can be changed according to your needs and reception Automatically searches and adds available channels to the memory. conditions. Select “ANT in” Select a scanning mode (p. 15) Display the menu Select “Cable” or “Antenna” Menu Auto program Or select “Not used” (p. 15). All channels OK Auto Analog only program Select “Auto program” Digital only Menu ANT/Cable setup select Set ANT in Cable Auto program next automatically Manual program Signal meter Settings are made automatically select After the scanning is completed, select “Apply”. (see below ). Select “Setup” All previously saved channels are erased. Menu Setup 1/2 3D settings next Use this procedure when changing the channel setup or Edit Channel surf mode Editing and Setting Channels All changing the channel display. Caption Language select Also, use this to add or skip channels from the channel list Edit CH caption Clock manually. Channel 80-101 ANT/Cable setup You can select a channel tuning mode (Digital only/Analog change or Caption @ D--- A Input labels only) in “Channel surf mode”(p. 37) Anti image retention OK set Select Network settings Select “Edit” RETURN R G B Y Adjusts Surf mode, Language, Clock, Manual program ABC → abc Delete Channels, Inputs, and other settings. Edit Apply Cancel Channel Caption Favorite Add Caption Select “ANT/Cable setup” 2...... Yes select 3...... Yes next Select or edit the station identifier. Menu Setup 1/2 4...... Yes (maximum 7 characters available) 5...... Yes 3D settings next Favorite Channel surf mode Select the item to edit select All Set favorite 1/3 Language select Manual program select the item 1 26-1 Clock Edit Apply Cancel to edit (Caption/ 2 Channel Caption Favorite Add ... Favorite/Add) ANT/Cable setup Manual 2 ... Yes set Input labels 3...... Yes 4...... Yes next Anti image retention program Set favorite Select the number 5...... Yes Network settings 6... Favorite ... Yes Add Set 7...... Yes Scans for Antenna or Cable channels. Caption: Press OK to select “Yes (add)” or “No (skip)” Specify when using Cable or Satellite box. 8Caption...... AddYes • 9...... Yes Changes the station identifier manually Advanced Select OK Favorite: Move the cursor to a channel number RETURN • Select the function Registers channels to the Manual program R Prev.pageG Next page B Y select Menu ANT/Cable setup Favorite List Edit Apply Cancel Channel Caption Favorite Add ANT in Cable next • Add: 2...... Yes press OK to tune Auto program ... Proceed to Adds or skips channels 3 ... Yes to the channel Manual program next page Signal meter select Select “Apply” Go back to the previous page program select Apply Cancel el Caption Favorite Add Press to exit from ...... Yes OK a menu screen Automatically searches and saves available channels to memory. To cancel the Edit Manual program Changes will be lost. Continue? Edit Apply Cancel Yes No OK Set Channel Caption Favorite Add (returns to “ANT/ 2...... Yes select 3...... Yes Cable setup”) 4...... Yes next select “Yes” 5...... Yes

Check the signal strength if interference is found or freezing occurs on a digital image. Menu Signal meter If the signal is weak, check the antenna. Channel -- Signal Tune manually If no problem is found, consult your local dealer. meter or change To reset the settings of the Setup menu Signal strength channel Select “Reset to defaults” in the Setup menu ( ) and Check signal OK Note press OK Current 86% Peak level 98% Signal intensity Not available if “Cable” is selected in “ANT in” (see above). Input your 4-digit password with the number buttons strength Selects which channel to be tested for signal Available only for digital antenna channels. Select “YES” on the confirmation screen and press OK strength.

50 If “Lock” (p. 48) is activated and “ANT/Cable setup” is selected, “Enter password.” will be displayed. 51 Closed Caption Input Labels Display the menu Display the menu

Select “Closed caption” Menu Closed caption Select “Setup” Reset to defaults next Menu Setup 1/2 Mode On next 3D settings Analog CC1 Channel surf mode Digital Primary select All Digital setting Language select Clock Press to exit from ANT/Cable setup Input labels a menu screen Display broadcast TV’s Closed Caption (CC) Anti image retention text when available. Network settings Adjusts Surf mode, Language, Clock, Channels, Inputs, and other settings.

The television includes a built-in decoder that is capable of providing a text display of the audio. Closed Caption The program being viewed must be transmitting the Closed caption (CC) information. (p. 57)

Select “Input labels” Input Labels Select the item and set Menu Setup 1/2 next Menu Closed caption select On: To display Closed captions. 3D settings Reset to defaults Mode Channel surf mode Mode On CC on mute: To display Closed captions All Analog CC1 set when the audio is muted. Language Digital Primary select Clock Digital setting (When not using, select “Off”). ANT/Cable setup Analog (Choose the Closed caption service Input labels of Analog broadcasting.) Anti image retention Selects style and language for displaying Network settings digital Closed Caption. CC1-4: Information related to pictures Press to exit from a Customize TV inputs with the names of your (Appears at the bottom of the screen) menu screen connected devices. For easier input selections. The settings in “Analog” or “Digital” T1-4: Textual information

depend on the broadcaster. (Appears over the entire screen) Advanced Digital (The Digital Closed caption menu lets you configure the way you choose to view the digital captioning.) Closed caption Select the setting. Devices connected to external input terminals can be labeled for easier identification during the “Primary”, “Second.”, “Service 3”, “Service 4”, input selection. (In selecting the input mode from p. 32 ) Display “Service 5”, “Service 6” Select the terminal and label of the external equipment Closed To make more in-depth display settings in digital programs Menu Input labels select PC G A A caption Select “Digital setting” and press OK HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Select the item and set set or Select if a computer is connected to the HDMI 3 TV’s PC input. Menu Digital setting select Text size HDMI 4 Size Small Size OK 1 @. 2 ABC 3 DEF Font Default Component 1 4 GHI 5 JKL 6MNO Text font Select RETURN 7PQRS 8 TUV 9WXYZ Style None set Font Input labels Component 2 LAST 0 - , Foreground Black Video 1 R G ABCabc B Y Delete Fore. opacity Solid Style Text style (Raised, Depressed, etc.) Video 2 Follow the instructions on screen to Background Black Display PC complete the following operations. Back. opacity Solid Color of text Select or enter the name of the device Outline Black Foreground labels of connected to the HDMI 1 terminal. Selects the text size. Fore. opacity Opacity of text connected Color of text box devices Label Terminal Terminals: HDMI 1-4/Component 1-2/Video 1-2/PC Background Label: [BLANK] Not used/Blu-ray/DVD/DVD REC/HOME THTR/ Opacity of text box Video 1 Back. opacity VCR GAME/COMPUTER/VCR/CABLE/SATELLITE/DVR/CAMERA/ MONITOR/AUX/RECEIVER/MEDIA CTR/MEDIA EXT/OTHER Outline color of text (Identify the Outline For the PC terminal, only “Not used” is available. setting options on the screen.) If “Not used” is selected, the INPUT button press will skip its input. To reset the settings [example] Each selected label will be displayed on the “Input select” screen. Select “Reset to defaults”. Confirmation screen is displayed. (p. 32) Select “Yes” and press OK. 52 53 Using Timer Recommended AV Connections

The TV can automatically turn On/Off at the designated date and time. These diagrams show our recommendations of how to connect the TV unit to your various equipment. The Clock must be set before On time/Off time settings. (p. 17) For other connections, consult the instructions for each piece of equipment and its specifications. The “Sleep” timer and “On / Off timer” will not work if the “Auto power on” (p. 37) is set. Display the menu Front of the TV Back of the TV AC 110-127 V 60 Hz Cable TV

or AC Cord Cable Box (Connect after all the LAN connection (p. 31) other connections are Select “Timer” complete.) Menu Timer next ■ USB connections

Sleep Recommended AV Connections Timer 1 Wireless LAN adapter (p. 31) Timer 2 USB flash memory (p. 26) Timer 3 USB keyboard (p. 30) or or Timer 4 select Timer 5

Set the TV to turn on or off automatically at the designated date and time. or Select the Timer to set Menu Timer select Sleep

Timer 1 Using Timer Timer 2 Timer 3 next Timer 4 Timer 5 Sleep Turns Off automatically ■ To watch camcorder Timer 1 Turns On/Off automatically images Turns the TV off after selected time. ~ RS232C (5 timers can be set) Camcorder or connection Connect with Timer 5 VCR (Serial port)*2 A or B Set the Timer DVD Player To set “Sleep” (Off Timer) (For HDMI connection, RGB ■ DVD Recorder / HDMI compatible PC cable VCR Press to exit from Set to shut the unit off after a pre-selected amount of time. equipment only. For Menu Sleep 0/15/30/60/90 (minutes) connection using an Optical Advanced a menu screen Sleep (minutes) 0 digital HDMI-DVI Conversion A set cable, see HDMI 1, AUDIO audio HDMI cable cable HDMI 2 or HDMI 3 ■ To watch DVDs cable Audio connection on this page.) DVD Player/ cable or Press to return to B To set “Timer 1-5” (On/Off Timer) Blu-ray Disk player/ HDMI-DVI the previous screen Select the item and set Set Top Box Conversion Conversion Menu Timer 1 select cable + OPTICAL Timer set Off adapter 1 Inputs TV (if necessary) Audio cable* IN set Day 4/18 [SUN] Channel -- On time 12 Day 4/18 [SUN] Off time --:-- Computer Note On time --:-- Amplifier Off time --:-- or The TV automatically Sets the time when the TV turns on. The TV ■ PC will turn off after 90 minutes or as specified. ■ To watch digital video ■ To listen to the TV turns Off after 90 Sets the time when the TV turns on. The TV will turn off after 90 minutes or as specified. OK 0 9 image through speakers minutes when turned LAST AM/PM Select RETURN Clear On by the Timer. DVD Player or Set Top Box This operation will be (HDMI compatible cancelled if the Off Timer set Timer setting (Off/On) machines only) time is selected or if a Inputs Select the inputs key is pressed. Channel Select the channel *1 Please see p. 36 for the setup when using an external analog audio cable with an HDMI to DVI cable. Day Select the day *2 For details about the RS232C command, contact Customer Care. (p. 66) Note that we only provide information in SUN/MON/TUE/WED/THU/FRI/SAT accordance with our disclosure rules. (displays the nearest future date) See “RS232C terminal Specification” sheet. (attached separately) MON-FRI/SAT-SUN/DAILY/Every SUN/Every MON/ Every TUE/Every WED/Every THU/Every FRI/ Every SAT On time The time to turn On 54 Off time The time to turn Off 55 Ratings List for Lock Technical Information

“V-chip” technology enables you to lock channels or shows according to standard ratings set by the Closed Caption (CC) entertainment industry. (p. 49) For viewing the CC of digital broadcasting, set the aspect to FULL (If viewing with H-FILL, JUST, ZOOM or 4:3; U.S. MOVIE RATINGS (MPAA) characters might be cut off). The CC can be displayed on the TV if the receiver (such as a set-top box or satellite receiver) has the CC set On using NR NO RATING (NOT RATED) AND NA (NOT APPLICABLE) PROGRAMS. Movie which has not been rated or where rating does not apply. the Component or HDMI connection to the TV. G GENERAL AUDIENCES. All ages admitted. If the CC is set to On on both the receiver and TV when the signal is 480i (except for the HDMI connection), the CC PG PARENTAL GUIDANCE SUGGESTED. Some material may not be suitable for children. may overlap on the TV. PG-13 PARENTS STRONGLY CAUTIONED. Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13. If a digital program is being output in analog format, the CC data will also be output in analog format. R RESTRICTED. Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian. If the recorder or output monitor is connected to the TV, the CC needs to be set up on the recorder or output monitor. NC-17 NO ONE 17 AND UNDER ADMITTED. X ADULTS ONLY. Aspect Ratio (FORMAT) U.S. TV PROGRAMS RATINGS (U. S. TV) Press the FORMAT button to cycle through the aspect modes. This lets you choose the aspect depending on the format Age-based Age-based Possible Content of the received signal and your preference. (p. 19) Group Ratings Selections Description (e.g.: in case of 4:3 image) Viewable NR TV-NR • Not Rated. (Not Rated) • Blocked FULL JUST Viewable TV-Y • All children. The themes and elements in this program are specifically • Blocked designed for a very young audience, including children from ages 2-6. FULL JUST Youth • FV Blocked Directed to older children. Themes and elements in this program may TV-Y7 • Viewable include mild physical or comedic violence, or may frighten children • Blocked under the age of 7. Viewable TV-G • General audience. It contains little or no violence, no strong language, • Blocked and little or no sexual dialogue or situations. Enlarges the 4:3 image horizontally to the screen’s side edges. Stretches to justify the 4:3 image to the four corners of the • D,L,S,V (all selected) Parental guidance suggested. The program may contain infrequent (Recommended for anamorphic picture) screen. TV-PG • Any combination of coarse language, limited violence, some suggestive sexual dialogue (Recommended for normal TV broadcast) D, L, S, V and situations. H-FILL 4:3 Guidance D,L,S,V (all selected) • Parents strongly cautioned. This program may contain sophisticated TV-14 Any combination of H-FILL themes, sexual content, strong language and more intense violence. • D, L, S, V L,S,V (all selected) TV-MA • Any combination of Mature audiences only. This program may contain mature themes, profane language, graphic violence, and explicit sexual content. Side bar • L, S, V TechnicalInformation

FV: Fantasy/Cartoon Violence. V: Violence S: Sex L: Offensive Language D: Dialogue with sexual content. Enlarges the 4:3 image horizontally to the screen’s side Standard Ratings List for Lock edges. The side edges of the image are cut off. (Note that “Image retention” of the side bar may occur from CANADIAN ENGLISH RATINGS (C. E. L. R.) displaying it for a long time.) Exempt - Exempt programming includes: news, sports, documentaries and other information programming, ZOOM E talk shows, music videos, and variety programming. Note ZOOM C Programming intended for children under age 8. No offensive language, nudity or sexual content. 480i (4:3), 480i (16:9), 480p (4:3), 480p (16:9): C8+ Programming generally considered acceptable for children 8 years and over. No profanity, nudity or sexual content. FULL, JUST, 4:3 or ZOOM G General programming, suitable for all audiences. 1080p / 1080i / 720p: PG Parental Guidance suggested. Some material may not be suitable for children. FULL, H-FILL, JUST, 4:3 or ZOOM 14+ Programming contains themes or content which may not be suitable for viewers under the age of 14. Parents are strongly cautioned to exercise discretion in permitting viewing by pre-teens and early teens. Enlarges the 4:3 image to the entire screen. 18+ 18+ years old. Programming restricted to adults. Contains constant violence or scenes of extreme violence. (Recommended for Letter Box)

CANADIAN FRENCH RATINGS (C. F. L. R.) Zoom adjustments E Exempt - Exempt programming. Vertical image position and size can be adjusted in “ZOOM”. G General - Programming intended for audience of all ages. Contains no violence, or the violence content is Select “Zoom adjustments” on the “Picture” menu. (p. 36) minimal or is depicted appropriately. V-position: Vertical position adjustment V-size: Vertical size adjustment FAQs, etc. 8+ General - Not recommended for young children. Programming intended for a broad audience but contains 8 ans+ light or occasional violence. Adult supervision recommended. Programming may not be suitable for children under the age of 13. Contains either a few violent scenes or one 13 ans+ or more sufficiently violent scenes to affect them. Adult supervision strongly suggested. Programming may not be suitable for children under the age of 16. Contains frequent scenes of violence or 16 ans+ intense violence. 18 ans+ Programming restricted to adults. Contains constant violence or scenes of extreme violence. Caution To reset the aspect ratio (OK) The V-Chip system that is used in this set is capable of blocking “NR” programs (non rated, not applicable and none) as per FCC Rules Section15.120(e)(2). If the option of blocking “NR” programs is chosen “unexpected and possibly confusing results may occur, and you may not receive emergency bulletins or any of the following types of programming:” • Emergency Bulletins (Such as EAS messages, weather warnings and others) 56 • Locally originated programming • News • Political • Public Service Announcements • Religious • Sports • Weather 57 VIERA LinkTM “HDAVI ControlTM” Technical Information (Continued) HDMI connections to some Panasonic equipment allow you to interface automatically. (p. 38) This function may not work normally depending on the equipment condition. The equipment can be operated by other remote controls with this function on even if the TV is in Standby mode. Data format for SD Card /USB flash memory browsing Image or sound may not be available for the first few seconds when playback starts. Photo: Still images recorded with digital still cameras compatible with JPEG files of DCF* and EXIF** standards Image or sound may not be available for the first few seconds when input mode is switched. Data format-Baseline JPEG (Sub-sampling: 4:4:4, 4:2:2 or 4:2:0) Volume function will be displayed when adjusting the volume of the equipment. Max. number of files - 9,999 Image resolution - 160 x 120 to 20,000,000 If you connect equipment that has “HDAVI Control 2 or later” function to the TV with an HDMI cable, the sound from the Movie: SD-Video Standard Ver. 1.2 [MPEG-2 (PS format)] and AVCHD Standard compatible files with an audio format that is DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal can be output as multi-channel surround. either MPEG-1/Layer-2 format or Dolby Digital format “HDAVI Control 5” is the newest standard (current as of December, 2009) for the HDAVI Control compatible equipment. (Modified data with a PC may not be displayed correctly.) This standard is compatible with the conventional HDAVI equipment. Music: MP3 format. (Some files cannot be played.) * DCF (Design rule for camera file system): A Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association’s standard ** EXIF (Exchangeable Image File Format HDMI connection Note HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) allows you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality sound by connecting the TV unit and the devices. Format the card with the recording 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 The picture may not appear correctly on this TV depending on the recording equipment used. to the HDMI connector using an HDMI compliant (fully wired) cable. Display may take some time when there are many files and folders. The function (VIERA Image Viewer/Media player) cannot display Motion JPEG and still image not DCF formatted (i.e. TIFF, BMP). HDMI is the world’s first complete digital consumer AV interface complying with a non-compression standard. Data modified with a PC may not be displayed. If the external equipment has only a DVI output, connect to the HDMI terminal via a DVI to HDMI adapter cable (*2). Images imported from a PC must be compatible with EXIF 2.0, 2.1 and 2.2. When the DVI to HDMI adapter cable is used, connect the audio cable to the audio input terminal. Partly degraded files might be displayed at a reduced resolution. Audio settings can be made on the “HDMI 1 in”, “HDMI 2 in”, “HDMI 3 in” or “HDMI 4 in” menu screen. (p. 36) All “.JPG” extension datas in the card and USB flash memory will be read in Photo viewer Mode. Applicable audio signal sampling frequencies (L.PCM): 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 32 kHz The folder and file names may be different depending on the digital camera used. (*1): The HDMI logo is displayed on an HDMI-compliant device. Do not use two-byte characters or other special codes. (*2): Enquire at your local digital equipment retailer shop. The card may become unusable with this TV if file or folder names are changed. Caution For the suitable SD Memory Cards, please confirm the latest information on the following website. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs (This site is in English only) Use with a PC is not assumed. All signals are reformatted before being displayed on the screen. Cautions in handling SD Card If the connected device has an aspect adjustment function, set the 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. Use an SD Card which meets SD standards. If not, it may cause the TV to malfunction. 2.1 mm A device having no digital output terminal may be connected to the input terminal of either “COMPONENT”, or “VIDEO” to Do not remove the card while the unit is accessing data (this can damage card or unit). receive analog signals. Do not touch the terminals on the back of the card. The HDMI input terminal can be used with only the following image signals: 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i and 1080p. Do not subject the card to high pressure or impact. Match the output setting of the digital device. Insert the card in the correct direction (otherwise, card or unit may be damaged). For details of the applicable HDMI signals, see p. 61.

Electrical interference, static electricity or erroneous operation may damage the data or card. 32 mm

Back up the recorded data at regular intervals in case of deteriorated or damaged data or erratic operation DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminals Technical Information of the unit. (Panasonic is not liable for any deterioration or damage of recorded data.) 24 mm You can enjoy your Home theater by connecting a Dolby Digital (5.1 channel) decoder and “Multi Channel” amplifier to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminals. SD Card/USB flash memory warning messages Caution Depending on your DVD player and DVD-Audio software the copyright protection function may operate and disable optical Message Meaning output. When an ATSC channel is selected, the output from the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack will be Dolby Digital. When an NTSC Please insert SD Memory Card into the SD slot at the side of the TV. The device is not inserted. channel is selected, the output will be PCM. /Please insert USB storage device into the slot at the side of the TV. When playing a movie on SD Card Movie player, when the sound has been recorded in Dolby Digital, the output from the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal will be Dolby Digital. When the sound is recorded in other formats, the output will be PCM. No photos/ No movies/No music files to play/ No playable media The device has no data or this type of data is not supported. The file is broken or unreadable. Picture mode Cannot read file The TV does not support the format. Vivid: Provides enhanced picture contrast and sharpness for viewing in a well-lit room. Standard: Recommended for normal viewing conditions with subdued room lighting. Recommended USB device connections THX (2D mode): Faithfully reproduces the image quality that the movie makers intended in order to provide the FAQs, etc. A/B: each USB terminal ultimate cinematic experience at home. Cinema (3D mode): For watching movies in a darkened room. It provides a soft, film-like picture. Number of Connections (Recommended) Memory Wireless LAN Keyboard Game: For playing video games. This mode will be set automatically if “GAME” is selected from the Input label setting (p. 53) USB device adapter Custom (Photo): Customizes each item according to your taste. A: Flash memory A Photo is displayed in JPEG menu. 1 A: Wireless LAN adapter A Note A: Keyboard A A: Flash memory B: Keyboard A B Picture mode will be automatically set to “Standard” if you change the Input label from “GAME” to other labels. 2 A: Wireless LAN adapter B:Keyboard A B Picture mode will be automatically set to “Game” if you change from an Input label other than “GAME” to “GAME” label. A: Flash memory B:Wireless LAN adapter A B

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Pro settings PC Input Terminals Connection Reset to defaults: Resets all Pro setting adjustments to factory default settings. Computer signals which can be input are those with a horizontal scanning frequency of 15 to 110 kHz and vertical scanning W/B high R: Adjusts the white balance for light red areas. frequency of 48 to 120 Hz. (However, the image will not be displayed properly if the signals exceed 1,200 lines.) W/B high B: Adjusts the white balance for light blue areas. Some PC models cannot be connected to the set. W/B low R: Adjusts the white balance for dark red areas. There is no need to use an adapter for computers with IBM PC/AT compatible D-sub 15P terminal. W/B low B: Adjusts the white balance for dark blue areas. The maximum resolution: 1,280 × 1,024 If the display resolution exceeds these maximums, it may not be possible to show fine detail with sufficient clarity. Black extension: Adjusts the dark shades of the image in gradation. Signal Names for D-sub 15P Connector Gamma adjustment: Gamma correction. Adjusts the intermediate brightness of the image. (S-curve/1.8/2.0/2.2/2.4/2.6) Panel brightness: Selects the display panel brightness. Pin No. Signal Name Pin No. Signal Name Pin No. Signal Name (High/Mid/Low) 11 12 13 14 15 R GND (Ground) NC (not connected) Contour emphasis: Adjusts the contour emphasis of the image. (0-15) 6789 10 G GND (Ground) NC AGC: Increases the brightness of dark signal automatically. (On/Off) 1 2 3 45 B GND (Ground) HD/SYNC Save as default: Save all “Picture” (when “Picture mode” is “Custom”) and “Pro settings” adjustments. NC (not connected) NC (not connected) VD Red/Green/Blue Hue: Adjusts the hue of red, green, and blue. GND (Ground) GND (Ground) NC Red/Green/Blue Saturation: Pin Layout for PC Input Terminal Adjusts the saturation of red, green, and blue. Input signal that can be displayed H size * Mark: Applicable input signal for Component (Y, PB, PR), HDMI and PC Aspect Ratio: 4:3 horizontal frequency (kHz) vertical frequency (Hz) COMPONENT HDMI PC 525 (480) / 60i 15.73 59.94 ** 525 (480) /60p 31.47 59.94 Size 1 Size 2 The width will be decreased on both sides to ** reduce noise. 750 (720) /60p 45.00 59.94 ** 1,125 (1,080) /60i 33.75 59.94 ** 1,125 (1,080)/60p 67.43 59.94 * Aspect Ratio: FULL/JUST(H-FILL/ZOOM) 1,125 (1,080)/60p 67.50 60.00 * 1,125(1,080)/24p 26.97 23.98 * Size 1 Size 2 The width will be increased on both sides to 1,125(1,080)/24p 27.00 24.00 * reduce noise. 640 × 400 @70 31.47 70.08 * 640 × 480 @60 31.47 59.94 * See page 36 for more information Macintosh13” (640 × 480) 35.00 66.67 *

640 × 480 @75 37.50 75.00 * TechnicalInformation 852 × 480 @60 31.44 59.89 * 4:3 side bars 800 × 600 @60 37.88 60.32 * 800 × 600 @75 46.88 75.00 * Do not display a picture in 4:3 mode for an extended period, as this can cause Side Bar Image retention “Image retention” to remain on either or both sides of the display field. 800 × 600 @85 53.67 85.08 * To reduce the risk of such “Image retention”, change the brightness of the side 4:3 Macintosh16” (832 × 624) 49.73 74.55 * bars. Screen 1,024 × 768 @60 48.36 60.00 * See page 37 for more information Display 1,024 × 768 @70 56.48 70.07 * The side bar may flash (alternate black/white) depending on the picture. 1,024 × 768 @75 60.02 75.03 * 1,024 × 768 @85 68.68 85.00 * Scrolling bar Macintosh 21” (1,152 × 870) 68.68 75.06 * 1,280 × 768 @60 47.78 59.87 * Scrolling bar: To prevent “Image retention”, scrolls white vertical bar from left to right on a black screen. [Scrolling bar] 1,280 × 1,024 @60 63.98 60.02 * Press any key except the POWER key to return to previous screen. 1,366 × 768 @60 48.39 60.04 * You will return to the previous screen if no key operation has been performed for 15 minutes. See page 37 for more information Note

Signals other than above may not be displayed properly. FAQs, etc. The above signals are reformatted for optimal viewing on your display.

60 61 If there is a problem with your TV, please refer to the table below to determine the symptoms, then carry out the suggested check. If this does not solve the problem, please contact your local Panasonic dealer, quoting the model FAQ number and serial number (both found on the rear of the TV).

Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to resolve the problem. Problem Actions If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer or Panasonic Service Center for assistance. For details (p. 66) The function to prevent “Image retention” is activated. “VIERA” logo moves on (Not a faulty symptom) The screen saver is activated if the TV unit is not operated the screen • for a certain time in SD mode. • “Image retention”. (p. 7)

The Plasma panel is made up of a few million pixels and Some spots remain is produced with advanced technology through an intricate process. Sometimes a few pixels may be bright or dark. bright or dark These pixels do not indicate a defective panel and will have White spots or no impact on the performance of the TV. shadow images Check nearby electrical products. Chaotic image, noisy (car or motorcycle ignition systems, fluorescent lamp, etc.) (noise) Screen No image is Check Picture menu. (p. 36) Check the cable connections. (p. 11-12) displayed on screen Check that the correct input has been selected. (p. 32)

Only spots are displayed Check the channel settings. (p. 50) instead of images Check the antenna cables. Power indicator is blinking Is the AC power cord plugged into the outlet? Neither image nor Is the TV unit turned On? There is possibility of malfunction. Check Picture menu (p. 36) and volume.

Please consult your local Panasonic dealer. sound is produced Check the AV cable connections. (p. 11-12) Frequently Asked Questions Check the position, direction, Check that the correct input has been selected. (p. 32) and connection of the antenna. Interference or Pictures from external Black Box appears Change settings of Closed Caption (CC). (p. 52) frozen digital equipment are distorted Are the speaker cables connected correctly? (p. 55) channels when the unit is Is “Sound Mute” active? (p. 13) (intermittent sound) connected via HDMI Is the volume set to the minimum? No sound is produced Is “TV speakers” set to “Off”? (p. 36) Is the HDMI cable connected properly? Change “SAP” settings. (p. 18) (p. 41, 55) Check “HDMI 1 in”, “HDMI 2 in”, “HDMI 3 in” or “HDMI 4 in” settings. (p. 36) Turn Off the TV unit and equipment, then turn them On again. Set “SAP” setting to “Stereo” or “Mono”. Check an input signal from the equipment. (p. 61) Check the HDMI device connected to the unit. Use equipment compliant with TV set Sound Sound is unusual Set the Audio setting of the HDMI device to “Linear PCM”. Change the direction of antenna for EIA/CEA-861/861B. If digital sound connection has a problem, digital channels. select analog sound connection. Check “Signal meter” (p. 51). When the channel is changed on

If the signal is weak, check the FAQs, etc. antenna and consult your local an STB that is connected with 1- Changes in the temperature and humidity of the room may cause Unknown sound heard the TV’s cabinet to expand or contract and produce metallic dealer. HDMI, “HDMI” may be displayed 1- Sounds from TV sounds. This is not a sign of faulty operation or a malfunction. 2- The TV may have a cooling fan that makes a soft whir. on the top left of the screen cabinet This is not a sign of faulty operation or a malfunction. This is not a malfunction. 2- Whirring sound 3- When the TV is powered on, an electrical component in the The remote control TV activates producing a tick/click sound. This is not a sign of Recording does not 3- Tick/Click sound faulty operation or a malfunction. does not work 4- Buzzing sound 4- Electrical circuits are active while the TV set is on. start immediately This is not a sign of faulty operation or a malfunction. Are the batteries installed correctly? (p. 8) Check the settings of the recorder. For Parts of the TV set Even when the temperature of parts of the front, top and Are the batteries new? details, read the manual of the recorder. rear panels has risen, these temperature rises will not pose become hot any problems in terms of performance or quality. 62 63 Care and Cleaning Specifications

First, unplug the Power cord plug from the wall outlet. TC-P50VT25X TC-P65VT25X Display panel Power Source AC 110-127 V, 60 Hz Consumption Power The front of the display panel has been specially treated. Wipe the panel surface gently using only a cleaning cloth or a soft, lint- Maximum 512 W 644 W free cloth. If the surface is particularly dirty, soak a soft, lint-free cloth in diluted mild liquid dish soap (1 part mild liquid dish soap diluted Standby condition 0.2 W 0.2 W by 100 times the amount of water) and then wring the cloth to remove excess liquid. Use this cloth to wipe the surface of the display panel, then wipe it evenly with a dry cloth of the same type until the surface is dry. panel Plasma Display Drive method AC type Do not scratch or hit the surface of the panel with fingernails or other hard objects. Furthermore, avoid contact with volatile substances such as insect sprays, solvents, and thinner; otherwise, the quality of the surface may be adversely affected. Aspect Ratio 16:9 Visible screen size 50 ” class (49.9 inches measured diagonally) 65 ” class (64.7 inches measured diagonally) (W × H × Diagonal) 43.5 ” × 24.4 ” × 49.9 ” 56.4 ” × 31.7 ” × 64.7 ” Cabinet (1,105 mm × 622 mm × 1,268 mm) (1,434 mm × 806 mm × 1,645 mm) (No. of pixels) 2,073,600 (1,920 (W) × 1,080 (H)) If the cabinet becomes dirty, wipe it with a soft, dry cloth. [5,760 × 1,080 dots]

If the cabinet is particularly dirty, soak the cloth in a weak mild liquid dish soap and then wring the cloth dry. Sound Use this cloth to wipe the cabinet and then wipe it dry with a dry cloth. Do not allow any mild liquid dish soap to come into direct contact with the surface of the Plasma TV. Audio Output 30 W [10 W + 10 W + 10 W] (10 % THD) If water droplets get inside the unit, operating problems may result. Avoid contact with volatile substances such as insect sprays, solvents, and thinner; otherwise, the quality of the cabinet VGA, SVGA, XGA, WXGA, SXGA surface may be adversely affected or the coating may peel off. Furthermore, do not leave it for long periods in contact with PC signals Horizontal scanning frequency 31 - 69 kHz articles made from rubber or PVC. Vertical scanning frequency 59 - 86 Hz Channel Capability - VHF/ UHF: 2 - 69, CATV: 1 - 135 Pedestal ATSC/NTSC (Digital/Analog) Operating Conditions Temperature: 32 °F – 104 °F (0 °C – 40 °C) Cleaning Humidity: 20 % – 80 % RH (non-condensing) Wipe the surfaces with a soft, dry cloth. If the unit is particularly dirty, clean it using a cloth soaked with water to which a small VIDEO IN 1-2 VIDEO: RCA PIN Type × 1 1.0 V [p-p] (75 Ω) amount of mild liquid dish soap has been added and then wipe with a dry cloth. AUDIO L-R: RCA PIN Type × 2 0.5 V [rms] Y: 1.0 V [p-p] (including synchronization)

Do not use products such as solvents, thinner, or household wax for cleaning, as they can damage the surface coating. (If Connection Terminals using a chemically-treated cloth, follow the instructions supplied with the cloth.) COMPONENT IN 1-2 PB, PR: ±0.35 V [p-p] Do not attach sticky tape or labels, as they can make the surface of the pedestal dirty. Do not allow long-term contact with AUDIO L-R: RCA PIN Type × 2 0.5 V [rms] rubber, vinyl products, or the like. (Doing so will cause deterioration.) HDMI 1-4 TYPE A Connector × 4 • This TV supports “HDAVI Control 5” function. USB 1-2 USB 2.0 Type A connector x 2 (DC5V MAX500mA) D-SUB 15PIN: R, G,B / 0.7 V [p-p] (75 Ω) PC HD, VD / 1.0 - 5.0 V [p-p] (high impedance) RS232C (Serial) D-sub 9pin for external control LAN (for VIERA CAST IPTV) RJ45 (10BASE-T/100BASE-TX) Care and Cleaning Card slot SD CARD slot × 1

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT PCM / Dolby Digital, Fiber Optic Specifications 3D Y/C FILTER CLOSED CAPTION FEATURES V-Chip IPTV (VIERA CAST) VIERA IMAGE VIEWER Media player HDAVI Control 5 ( W × H D ) Dimensions 48.2 ” x 31.9 ” x 13.2 ” 62.3 ” x 40.1 ” x 16.4 ” Including pedestal (1,224 mm x 810 mm x 335 mm) (1,580 mm x 1,019 mm x 415 mm)

48.2 ” x 30.4 ” x 3.6 ” 62.3 ” x 38.1 ” x 3.6 ” TV Set only (1,224 mm x 771 mm x 90 mm) (1,580 mm x 967 mm x 90 mm) Mass Including pedestal 67.3 lb (30.5 ) 120.2 lb (54.5 ) TV Set only 60.7 lb (27.5 ) 105.9 lb (48.0 ) FAQs, etc. [TC-P50VT25X] [TC-P65VT25X] 3.6 ” 3.6 ” 48.2 ” (1,224 mm) (90 mm) 62.3 ” (1,580 mm) (90 mm) 31.9 ” (810 mm) 30.4 ” (771 mm) 38.1 ” (967 mm) 40.1 ” (1,019 mm) 17.5 ” (443 mm) 31.2 ” 13.2 ” (335 mm) (790 mm) Note 16.4 ” (415 mm) Design and Specifications are subject to change without notice. Mass and Dimensions shown are approximate. 64 65 Note FAQs, etc.

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