Page 1 TX-32ASW604W TX-32ASF607 TX-39ASW604 TX-32ASN608 TX-39ASW604W TX-32AST606 TX-42ASW604 TX-32ASX609 TX-42ASW604W TX-50ASW604 HELP English...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
my Home Screen my Home Screen • Information • How to use • Settings • OSD Colour APPS List • Information • How to use • Settings Watching Basic • Basic connection • Selecting channel • Information banner • Option Menu • Subtitle • Last view • Off Timer • Energy saving functions • Adjusting time • Language External equipment • External connection...
Page 3 • Aspect • Aspect Control Signal • Basic settings • Noise reduction settings • Advanced Settings • Option Settings • Screen Settings • Copy Adjustment For best audio • Sound mode • Basic settings • Volume settings • Voice Guidance Settings • Audio Description • Advanced settings TV Guide • Using TV Guide • Timer Programming Teletext • Viewing Teletext • Teletext mode...
Page 4 Recording USB HDD setup • Preparations • Setting for USB HDD Recording current programme • One Touch Recording • REW LIVE TV Timer Programming • Setting Timer Programming • Editing Timer Programming • Note Technical information • USB HDD Media Player Using Media Player • Information • Selecting device / mode • Network device Photo mode • Selecting file...
Page 5 • Grouping contents • Deleting content • Changing device • Chapter List • Audio output settings Music mode • Selecting file • Playing music • Music Setup Technical information • Device handling caution • USB devices • Photo format • Video format • Music format Network Internet content • Information • Selecting internet content • Note DLNA • Information • Using DLNA...
Page 6: Audio Output Settings
• Network Status • my Home Cloud Settings • VIERA Name • TV Remote App Settings • Network Link Settings • File Sharing Settings • Software Update • New Software Message Photos • Selecting file • Viewing photo • Using Slideshow Videos • Selecting file • Watching video • Video Setup • Audio output settings Music • Selecting file • Playing music...
Page 7 • Preparations • Easy playback • Power on Link • Power off Link • Standby Power Save • Intelligent Auto Standby • VIERA Link Control • Speaker Selection • Note Child Lock • Using Child Lock • PIN number • Parental Rating Data Service Application • Using Data Service Application • Cookie • Note Common Interface • Caution • Using Common Interface Shipping Condition...
Page 8 Settings Setting menu • How to use Picture • Viewing Mode • Basic settings • Ambient Sensor • Noise reduction settings • Advanced Settings • Option Settings • Screen Settings • Copy Adjustment • Reset to Defaults Sound • Mode • Basic settings • Volume settings • Voice Guidance Settings • Audio Description • Advanced settings • Reset to Defaults Network • Network Connection...
Page 9 • Time Zone • Auto Standby • No signal Power off Setup • Eco Navigation • Voice Control Settings • USB Device Setup • Recording Setup • Child Lock • Tuning Menu • Language • Display Settings • Common Interface • VIERA Link Settings • Data Service Application • System Menu • Other Settings Support FAQs • Picture • Digital TV • Analogue TV...
Page 10 • Wall-hanging bracket Licence • Licence Letters enclosed in a box indicate remote control buttons. Menu Letters in cyan indicate on-screen display items. References in this eHELP The images shown in this eHELP are for illustrative purposes only. ● - 10 -...
Page 11: Information
my Home Screen my Home Screen Information “my Home Screen” is a gateway to the TV, applications, and more. It provides easy access to special features such as Media Player, videos, games, communication tools, etc. as shown below (example). HOME HOME Home Screen Selected content screen (TV, application, etc.)
Page 12: How To Use
How to use Home Screen provides access to special features such as Media Player, TV, internet content, data services, communication tools, etc. 1. Display Home Screen with HOME. (Example) The last viewed Home Screen is displayed when the TV is turned on. ●...
Page 13: Settings
Settings Select the setup menu from the tool guide on the top of the screen. (Example) ■ Home Screen Selection 1. Display Home Screen Selection with HOME. (Example) 2. Select the screen with and press to set. Full Screen Displays full-screen TV. TV Home Screen: To make your TV experience more convenient and comfortable...
Page 14: Osd Colour
■ Search You can search the content from various features. 1. Select Search from the tool guide. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions. = Note = To change the colour type of on-screen displays, set Colour. ● my Home Screen > my Home Screen > OSD Colour To use this function fully, you need a broadband network environment.
Page 15: Apps List
APPS List Information Various applications (internet contents, network contents, Media Player, etc.) can be accessed easily from APPS List. ■ APPS List (Example) = Note = APPS List is subject to change without notice. ● - 15 -...
Page 16: How To Use
How to use You can access special features such as internet contents, network contents, Media Player, etc. from APPS List. 1. Display APPS List with APPS. (Example) To exit APPS List ● EXIT 2. Select an icon of the features with and press to access.
Page 17: Settings
Settings You can customise APPS List (screen settings, etc.). 1. Display APPS List with APPS. 2. Select the icon for settings on APPS List with and press to access. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. = Note = Setup menu items may be changed without notice. ●...
Page 18: Watching
Watching Basic Basic connection Please ensure that the unit is disconnected from the mains socket before attaching or disconnecting any cables. ■ Satellite dish Satellite terminal Satellite cable Satellite dish For DVB-S ● To ensure your satellite dish is correctly installed, please consult your local ●...
Page 19 ■ DVD Recorder / VCR Terrestrial / cable terminal RF cable DVD Recorder / VCR Terrestrial aerial / Cable AV1 (SCART) terminal SCART cable - 19 -...
Page 20 ■ DVD Recorder (VCR) / Set top box HDMI terminal HDMI cable Set top box Cable AV1 (SCART) terminal SCART cable Terrestrial / cable terminal RF cable DVD Recorder / VCR Terrestrial aerial = Note = For VIERA Link connections ●...
Page 21: Selecting Channel
Selecting channel 1. Display TV Selection with TV. 2. Select the mode with and press to set. DVB-S DVB-C DVB-T Analogue The selectable modes vary depending on the channels stored. ● You can also select the mode pressing repeatedly. ● TV Selection is not displayed, press to switch the mode.
Page 22 ■ To select a channel using TV Guide 1. Display TV Guide with GUIDE. 2. Select the current programme with and press access. – The current programme is displayed on the top left of the screen. 3. Select View with and press to watch.
Page 23: Information Banner
Information banner Display information banner with Also appears when changing a channel. ● (Example) Channel position and name Channel type (Radio, HDTV, etc.) / Encrypted channel ( ) / TV mode ( , Programme Start time / End time (except Analogue) Channel position, etc.
Page 24 Teletext service available Multiple audio available Multiple video available Multiple audio and video available Stereo, Mono: Audio mode Data service (Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV application) available Functions > Data Service Application > Using Data Service Application – 90: Off Timer remaining time Watching >...
Page 25: Option Menu
To display the introduction banner for the internet service ● 1) Display the menu with MENU. 2) Select Setup > Display Settings > Smart Banner with and press to access. 3) Select with and press to set. Option Menu Confirm or change the current status. 1.
Page 26 Multi Audio Selects between alternative language or Audio Description for sound tracks (if available). This setting is not memorised and it will return to the default setting once ● you exit the current programme. For DVB ● Dual Audio Selects stereo / monaural (if available). For DVB ●...
Page 27: Subtitle
Subtitle Display / hide subtitles (if available) with STTL. To select the preferred language for DVB subtitles (if available), set ● Preferred Subtitles. Watching > Basic > Language To select the preferred subtitle type ● 1) Display the menu with MENU. 2) Select Setup >...
Page 28: Off Timer
Off Timer Turn the TV Standby mode automatically after a fixed period with TIMER. Press repeatedly until desired time appears. ● (minutes) To cancel, set to or turn the TV off. ● The remaining time displays on the information banner. ●...
Page 29: Energy Saving Functions
Energy saving functions The TV can be eco-friendly using energy-saving functions. The TV will automatically go into Standby mode in the following conditions: Eco Navigation is set to Set to Eco. ● Off Timer is active. ● Watching > Basic > Off Timer No operation is performed for 4 hours while Auto Standby is set to On.
Page 30: Eco Navigation
■ No signal Power off 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Timer > No signal Power off with and press to access. 3. Select with and press to set. No signal Power off / Off) Automatically turns the TV to Standby mode to prevent unnecessary power consumption when no signal is received and no operation is performed for 10 minutes.
Page 31: Adjusting Time
Adjusting time Adjusts the time data. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Timer > Time Zone with and press to access. 3. Set with and press to store. The time data will be corrected based on GMT. ● Language 1.
Page 32: External Equipment
External equipment External connection These diagrams show our recommendations for connection of your TV to various pieces of equipment. For other connections, consult the instructions for each piece of equipment. For basic connection ● Watching > Basic > Basic connection Check the terminal type and cable plugs are correct when connecting.
Page 33 ■ AV devices AV2 (COMPONENT) terminals Component cables DVD Player AV2 (VIDEO) terminals Composite cables Camcorder / Game equipment - 33 -...
Page 34 Some USB devices or USB HUB may not be used with this TV. ● You cannot connect any devices by using USB card reader. ● Additional information for the devices may be on the following website. ● http://panasonic.net/viera/support (English only) - 34 -...
Page 35 ■ To listen with speakers DIGITAL AUDIO Optical digital audio cable Amplifier with speaker system To enjoy multi-channel sound from external equipment (e.g. Dolby Digital ● 5.1ch), connect the equipment to the amplifier. For the connections, read the manuals of the equipment and amplifier. To select the sound output, set Speaker Setting.
Page 36: Watching External Input
Watching external input Connect the external equipment (VCR, DVD, etc.) and you can watch through the input. 1. Display the input selection menu with AV. 2. Select the input mode connected to the equipment with and press to watch. (The selected mode is displayed on the top left of the screen.) TV receives input signals automatically connecting with SCART when ●...
Page 37: Input Labels
■ Input Labels Accesses the input labels list to select the label of each input mode or set to skip unconnected one for easier identification and selection in Selection, Input Selection or banner. Watching > Basic > Information banner 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.
Page 38: Operating With Tv's Remote Control
Operating with TV’s remote control You can operate the contents in Media Player / media server, recording functions or the connected equipment with the below buttons of this TV’s remote control. Playback (VCR / DVD / video content) Stop the operations Rewind, view the picture rapidly in reverse (VCR) Skip to the previous track, title or chapter (DVD / video content) Rewind, view the picture rapidly in reverse (VCR)
Page 39 ■ How to change the code Each Panasonic product has its own remote control code. Change the code according to the product for operation. 1. Press and hold Standby On / Off switch during the following operations. 2. Enter the appropriate code as follows with Numeric buttons.
Page 40: Hdmi Features
HDMI features HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) is the world’s first complete digital consumer AV interface complying with a non-compression standard. HDMI allows you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality sound by connecting the TV and the equipment. HDMI-compatible equipment with an HDMI or DVI output terminal, such as a DVD player, a set top box or game equipment, can be connected to the HDMI terminal using a fully wired HDMI compliant cable.
Page 41 ■ DVI connection If the external equipment has only a DVI output, connect to the HDMI terminal via a DVI to HDMI adaptor cable. When using the DVI to HDMI adaptor cable, connect the audio cable to the audio input terminal (use AV2 audio terminals). Enquire HDMI adaptor cable at your local digital equipment retailer shop.
Page 42: Terminal Information
Terminal information ■ AV1 (SCART) terminal (RGB, VIDEO) 1 : Audio out (R) 12: -- 2 : Audio in (R) 13: Red earth 3 : Audio out (L) 14: Earth 4 : Audio earth 15: Red in 5 : Blue earth 16: Status RGB 6 : Audio in (L) 17: CVBS earth...
Page 43 ■ HDMI terminal 1 : TMDS Data2+ 11 : TMDS Clock Shield 2 : TMDS Data2 Shield 12: TMDS Clock− 3 : TMDS Data2− 13: CEC 4 : TMDS Data1+ 14: Utility 5 : TMDS Data1 Shield 15: SCL 6 : TMDS Data1− 16: SDA 7 : TMDS Data0+ 17: DDC/CEC Ground...
Page 44: Valid Input Signals
Valid input signals ■ COMPONENT, HDMI Signal name COMPONENT HDMI 525 (480) / 60i, 60p ○ ○ 625 (576) / 50i, 50p ○ ○ 750 (720) / 60p, 50p ○ ○ 1 125 (1 080) / 60i, 50i ○ ○ 1 125 (1 080) / 60p, 50p, 24p ○...
Page 45: For Best Picture
For best picture Viewing Mode 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture > Viewing Mode with and press to access. 3. Select the mode with and press to set. Viewing Mode (Dynamic Normal Cinema True Cinema / Custom) Selects your favourite picture mode for each input.
Page 46: Ambient Sensor
Ambient Sensor 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture > Ambient Sensor with and press to access. 3. Select with and press to set. Ambient Sensor / Off) Automatic Brightness Control function ● Adjusts picture settings automatically depending on ambient lighting conditions.
Page 47 Full: Displays a 4:3 image enlarged horizontally to fit the screen. For HD (High definition) signals ● Sidecut Just: Displays a 16:9 letterbox (anamorphic) image full-screen. Stretching is only noticeable at the left and right edges. For HD (High definition) signals ●...
Page 48: Aspect Control Signal
Aspect Control Signal Programmes usually contain an “Aspect Control Signal”. (Widescreen signal, Control signal through SCART / HDMI terminal) Auto mode, aspect mode will appear in the top left of the screen if a Widescreen signal (WSS) or a Control signal through SCART (pin8) / HDMI terminal is found.
Page 49 ● AV1 (SCART) / AV2 (VIDEO) terminals Valid input signal format: SECAM PAL 525/60 M.NTSC NTSC : Control signal through SCART (pin 8) / HDMI terminal only ● AV2 (COMPONENT) terminals (WSS only) Valid input signal format: 625 (576) / 50i, 50p Invalid input signal format: 525 (480) / 60i, 60p 750 (720) / 60p, 50p...
Page 50: Basic Settings
Basic settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture with and press to access. 3. Select one of the following items with and press to access. Backlight Contrast Brightness Colour Tint Sharpness Colour Temperature Vivid Colour Adaptive Backlight Control 4.
Page 51: Noise Reduction Settings
Noise reduction settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture > Noise Reduction MPEG Noise Reduction with and press to access. 3. Set with and press to store. Noise Reduction (Auto / Off) Reduces unwanted picture noise. Not valid when 1080p Pixel Direct is set to ●...
Page 52: White Balance
■ Contrast Control Contrast Control (Auto Custom / Off) Automatically adjusts the detailed contrast settings. Select Custom to set Contrast Control Setting manually. Contrast Control Setting Adaptive Gamma Control: Adjusts the gamma curve to make the image brighter. Black Expander: Gradually adjusts the shades of black.
Page 53 ■ Colour Management R-Hue R-Saturation R-Luminance Adjusts the picture hue / saturation / luminance of red areas. G-Hue G-Saturation G-Luminance Adjusts the picture hue / saturation / luminance of green areas. B-Hue B-Saturation B-Luminance Adjusts the picture hue / saturation / luminance of blue areas. Reset to Defaults Resets Colour Management...
Page 54: Option Settings
Option Settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture > Option Settings with and press to access. 3. Select one of the following items with and press to access. Film Cadence Mode 1080p Pixel Direct HDMI Content Type HDMI RGB Range AV Colour System...
Page 55: Screen Settings
AV Colour System (Auto SECAM M.NTSC / NTSC) Selects optional colour system based on video signals. For AV input ● 3D-COMB / Off) Makes still or slow moving pictures more vivid. Occasionally, while viewing still or slow moving pictures, colour patterning ●...
Page 56: Copy Adjustment
H-Size (H-Size1 / H-Size2) Switches the horizontal display range to reduce noise on the side edge of the image. For TV mode, AV and HDMI input ● Zoom Adjustments Adjusts the vertical position and size when aspect is set to Just, Sidecut Just, Zoom...
Page 57: For Best Audio
For best audio Sound mode 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Sound > Mode with and press to access. 3. Select the mode with and press to set. Mode (Standard Ambience Speech / User) ASF607, ASN608, AST606, ASX609 series (Standard Music Speech...
Page 58: Basic Settings
Basic settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Sound with and press to access. 3. Select one of the following items with and press to access. Bass Treble Equaliser Balance Surround 4. Set with and press to store. Bass Adjusts level to enhance or minimise lower, deeper sound output.
Page 59: Volume Settings
Volume settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Sound with and press to access. 3. Select one of the following items with and press to access. Speaker Setting Headphone Volume Auto Gain Control Volume Correction Speaker Distance to Wall 4.
Page 60: Voice Guidance Settings
Voice Guidance Settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Sound > Voice Guidance Settings with and press access. 3. Select one of the following items with and press to access. Voice Guidance Speed Volume Language User Level Web Browser 4.
Page 61: Audio Description
Audio Description 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Sound > Audio Description with and press to access. 3. Select one of the following items with and press to access. Preferred Audio Type Volume Speakers Headphones 4. Set with and press to store.
Page 62: Advanced Settings
Advanced settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Sound with and press to access. 3. Select one of the following items with and press to access. Audio Preference SPDIF Selection SPDIF Delay HDMI Input 4. Set with and press to store.
Page 63 HE-AAC is a perceptual coding method used to compress digital audio for ● efficient storage and transmission. MPEG is an audio compression method that compresses audio to the ● smaller size without any considerable loss of audio quality. Dolby Digital Plus and HE-AAC are the technologies for HD (High ●...
Page 64 HDMI Input (Digital / Analogue) Selects to fit the input signal. Watching > External equipment > HDMI features Digital: When sound is carried via the HDMI cable connection Analogue: When sound is not carried via the HDMI-DVI adaptor cable connection For HDMI input ●...
Page 65: Tv Guide
TV Guide Using TV Guide TV Guide - Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) provides an on-screen listing of the programmes currently broadcast and the forthcoming broadcasts over the next seven days (depending on the broadcasters). 1. Display TV Selection with TV. 2.
Page 66 (Example) TV screen Date Time Programme (DVB-T) / (Analogue) Channel position and name To watch the programme ● 1) Select the current programme with and press access. – The current programme is displayed on the top left of the screen. 2) Select View with...
Page 67 To search programme titles and view a list of the searched programmes ● (DVB) (if available) 1) Display the search list with (yellow). 2) Select Search with and press to access. 3) Enter characters with and press to set. – You can set characters using Numeric buttons.
Page 68: Timer Programming
Update: Performs the update of the GUIDE Plus+ schedule for the GUIDE Plus+ system (only available in some countries). Postcode: Sets your postcode to receive local information in the GUIDE Plus+ system (only available in some countries). System Information: Displays the system information of the GUIDE Plus+ system (only available in some countries).
Page 69 ■ Signal Supported Recording Signal Supported Recording Timer Programming which is controlled by information from the TV Guide; if programme start and end times are changed by the broadcaster, the timer event will follow the change. Note that Signal Supported Recording only works reliably if correct information is received from broadcasters.
Page 70: Teletext
Teletext Viewing Teletext 1. Switch to teletext with TEXT. Displays the index page (content varies depending on the broadcasters). ● Current / sub page numbers are displayed on the top left of the screen. ● Time / date is displayed on the top right of the screen. ●...
Page 71 ■ Watch TV and teletext in two windows at once 1. Press MENU twice. 2. Set Picture and text with Operations can be made only in teletext screen. ● ■ Store frequently viewed pages in the colour bar (List mode) 1.
Page 72: Teletext Mode
Teletext mode Teletext services are the text information provided by the broadcasters. The features may vary depending on the broadcasters. ● 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Display Settings > Teletext with and press access. 3. Select TOP (FLOF) List with...
Page 73: Teletext Character Set
Teletext Character Set Selects teletext language font. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Display Settings > Teletext Character Set with press to access. 3. Select the font with and press to set. West: English, French, German, Greek, Italian, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish, etc.
Page 74: Tuning And Editing Channels
Tuning and editing channels Setting menu You can retune channels, create your favourite channel lists, skip unwanted channels, etc. 1. Display TV Selection with TV. 2. Select the mode with and press to set. DVB-S DVB-C DVB-T Analogue 3. Display the menu with MENU. 4.
Page 75: Favourites Edit
Favourites Edit ■ List favourite DVB channels Create your favourite channel lists from various broadcasters (up to 4: Favourites 1 to 4). The favourites lists are available from Category in the information banner and the TV Guide screen. Watching > Basic > Information banner Watching >...
Page 76 ■ Edit DVB favourites list You can edit the favourites list while the cursor is on the channel in the favourites list. To move the channel ● 1) Select the channel with 2) Press (green). 3) Select the new position with Numeric buttons.
Page 77: Channel List
Channel List ■ Skip unwanted DVB / Analogue channels You can hide (skip) unwanted channels. The hidden channels cannot be displayed except in this function. 1. Select Channel List with and press to access. 2. Select a channel with 3. Press to set Reveal Hide...
Page 78 To rename the channel name (Analogue) ● 1) Press (blue) to edit. 2) Enter characters (maximum 5 characters) with Numeric buttons, and press to set. 3) Press BACK/RETURN to store. To exchange channel list (DVB-S) ● 1) Display the menu with MENU. 2) Select Setup >...
Page 79: Auto Setup
Auto Setup Automatically retunes the channels received in the area. This function is available if channel tuning is already performed. ● Only the selected mode is retuned. All the previous tuning settings are ● erased. If Child Lock PIN number has been set, the PIN number is required. ●...
Page 80 2) Set Satellite for the selected LNB. – Select No Satellite if you do not know the connected satellite. (Available satellite will be searched in Auto Setup.) – Select User defined to set Test Transponder Frequency manually. – If you set to Single Cable, additional settings are required.
Page 81 Normally set Frequency, Symbol Rate Network ID to Auto. If Auto ● is not displayed or if necessary, enter each value specified by your cable provider with Numeric buttons. After settings, select Start scan with and press to search. ● 3.
Page 82: Manual Tuning
Manual Tuning Normally use Auto Setup Update Channel List to retune DVB channels. ● If tuning has not been done completely or for adjusting the direction of the ● aerial or dish, use this function. (DVB) All DVB channels found will be added to Channel List.
Page 83: Update Channel List
■ Analogue Set Analogue channel manually after Auto Setup. Sound System Colour System, and then perform this function. ● Normally set Colour System to Auto. – SC1: PAL B, G, H / SECAM B, G – SC2: PAL I – SC3: PAL D, K / SECAM D, K –...
Page 84: Signal Condition
Signal Condition Selects a channel and checks the signal condition. A good Signal Strength is not an indication of suitable signal for DVB reception. Use the Signal Quality indicator as follows. ● – Green bar: Good – Yellow bar: Poor –...
Page 85: Selectable Satellites
Add TV Signal Adds the TV mode. This function is available if you skip any modes to tune in Auto Setup ● first using the TV. Selectable satellites ■ Selectable satellites and dish alignment to tune DVB-S channels To ensure your satellite dish is correctly installed, please consult your local dealer.
Page 86: Usb Hdd Setup
Recording USB HDD setup Preparations You can record the digital TV programmes to the connected USB HDD and enjoy playing back in various ways. Prepare the USB HDD for the exclusive use of recording with this TV. ● Connect the USB HDD to the USB 2 port with the USB cable. ●...
Page 87 = Caution = All data in the USB HDD will be erased in the following cases: ● – When formatting the USB HDD with this TV Recording > USB HDD setup > Setting for USB HDD – When formatting the USB HDD to use on PC, etc. When the TV is repaired due to a malfunction, you may have to format ●...
Page 88: Setting For Usb Hdd
Setting for USB HDD Format and set up the USB HDD with this TV in order to use it for recording. All the USB devices recognised as a mass storage device will be listed. Please note that USB HDD will be formatted and all data in it will be ●...
Page 89 Mode of the USB HDD ● : The USB HDD is available for recording / playing back. Only one USB HDD on the list is available for recording. : The USB HDD is available for playing back. To change the mode ●...
Page 90: Recording Current Programme
Recording current programme One Touch Recording Records the current programme to the USB HDD immediately. Confirm the remote control code is “73”. ● Watching > External equipment > Operating with TV’s remote control 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup >...
Page 91: Rew Live Tv
REW LIVE TV Records the current programme to the USB HDD constantly within the maximum recordable time. Confirm the remote control code is “73”. ● Watching > External equipment > Operating with TV’s remote control 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.
Page 92 ■ To stop REW LIVE TV 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Recording Setup > REW LIVE TV with and press to access. 3. Select with to stop REW LIVE If you stop REW LIVE TV, the recorded content for REW LIVE TV will be ●...
Page 93: Timer Programming
Timer Programming Setting Timer Programming This function allows you to select programmes that you want to be reminded to watch or record to the USB HDD. Not valid in Analogue ● 1. Display TV Selection with TV. 2. Select the mode with and press to set.
Page 94 (Example) !: Overlapped timer events Function (USB HDD Rec. / Reminder) TV mode : DVB-S : DVB-C : DVB-T – You cannot change the mode within the menu. Channel position, channel name, etc. STTL: Displays subtitles (if available) – Press (yellow) to indicate subtitles and press again to remove them.
Page 95: Editing Timer Programming
Editing Timer Programming 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Timer > Timer Programming with and press to access. 3. Select the event with To change a timer event ● – Correct as necessary. Recording > Timer Programming > Setting Timer Programming To delete a timer event ●...
Page 96: Note
Note TV Guide may also be used to set timer event. ● Watching > TV Guide > Timer Programming Timer Programming can store up to 15 events. ● Timer Programming only works reliably if correct time information is ● received via the signal from the broadcaster or service provider. For recording using Timer Programming, the TV must be either on or in...
Page 97: Technical Information
Regarding performance, not all USB HDDs are guaranteed. Check the ● USB HDDs that have been tested for compatibility with this TV at the following website. http://panasonic.net/viera/support (English only) = Note = Data modified with a PC may not be displayed. ●...
Page 98: Media Player
Media Player Using Media Player Information Media Player allows you to enjoy photo, video or music recorded on the USB Flash Memory / network device and contents recorded with this TV to the formatted USB HDD. (Example) Photo mode: Still pictures recorded with digital cameras will be displayed. Video mode: Moving pictures recorded with digital video cameras and digital video data will be played back.
Page 99 Folder and file names may be different from those on the digital camera or ● digital video camera used. ■ To insert or remove the USB Flash Memory Ensure alignment is straight and complete when inserting or removing. To remove the USB Flash Memory safely from the TV, perform Safely ●...
Page 100: Selecting Device / Mode
Selecting device / mode 1. Insert the USB Flash Memory to the TV. Media Player > Using Media Player > Information To play back contents in the USB HDD, ensure the connection and ● settings are completed. Recording > USB HDD setup To play back contents in the network device, ensure the connection and ●...
Page 101 = Note = You may also access each mode directly from APPS List. ● my Home Screen > APPS List > How to use Recorded TV is available for contents recorded on the USB HDD with this ● Select the appropriate device and content for playing back each file. ●...
Page 102: Network Device
Regarding performance, not all servers are guaranteed. PCs with ● Windows 7 / Windows 8 / Windows 8.1 have been tested for compatibility with this TV (as of December, 2013). Additional information for the servers may be found on the following website. http://panasonic.net/viera/support (English only) - 102 -...
Page 103: Photo Mode
Photo mode Selecting file Select the file in the thumbnail view with and press to start playback. : Error display To change the size of photos in the thumbnail view ● 1) Display the option menu with OPTION. 2) Select Change Size with and press...
Page 104: Viewing Photo
Viewing photo ■ Playback To operate Single view ● : To the previous photo : To the next photo : Stop (return to thumbnail) : Slideshow To display / hide the operation guide ● To rotate 90° ● (blue) To return to thumbnail ●...
Page 105: Using Slideshow
Using Slideshow Slideshow ends when all photos within the current thumbnail are viewed. 1. Select the file from the thumbnail of photos for the first view with 2. Start Slideshow with (red) and OK. To display / hide the operation guide ●...
Page 106 Gallery (+ calendar) / Gallery: Various sizes of photos in the frames are displayed. You can select whether to display the calendar or not. The month of ● calendar is changed with Cinema: Photos are displayed as old films (sepia tone). Colour Effect (Off Sepia...
Page 107 Repeat / Off) Slideshow repeat Back Ground Music (Off Type1 Type2 Type3 Type4 Type5 User / Auto) Selects the background music during Photo mode. Type1 - Music files installed on this TV at the factory settings will be played back. Auto: Music files stored in the current device will be played back.
Page 108: Video Mode
Video mode Selecting file 1. Select the title in the thumbnail view with : Error display : The file does not support thumbnail view. The preview will start when the title / scene is highlighted in the ● thumbnail view if it supports a preview. To turn off the preview, set Video Preview to Off.
Page 109: Watching Video
Watching video ■ Playback from the selected scene in the title Playback of the selected scene will start and continue until the end of the title. 1. Select the title with and press to access. 2. Select the scene with 3.
Page 110: Video Setup
To change aspect ● 1) Display Aspect Selection with ASPECT. 2) Select the mode with and press to set. Aspect1: Displays the content enlarged without distortion. Aspect2: Displays the content full-screen. Original: Displays the content original size. – You can also change the mode pressing ASPECT. (Press repeatedly until you reach the desired mode.) –...
Page 111: Audio Output Settings
Subtitle Display / hide subtitles (if available). This function is available during playback. ● Subtitle Text Selects the font type to display subtitles correctly (if available). This function is available during playback. ● Repeat / Off) Playback repeat within the title or selected file (depending on the content) Audio output settings You can enjoy the multi-channel sound via an amplifier connected to DIGITAL AUDIO or HDMI2 (ARC function) terminal.
Page 112: Recorded Tv Mode
Recorded TV mode Selecting content For exclusive USB HDD ● To play back contents in the USB HDD, ensure the connection and ● settings are completed. Recording > USB HDD setup 1. Contents list of the selected device is displayed in Recorded TV mode. Remaining capacity of the selected device is displayed on the top right.
Page 113: Watching Recorded Tv
Watching recorded TV ■ Playback To operate playback ● Manual skip – Press to skip forward approx. 30 seconds. – Press and hold to skip backward approx. 15 seconds. : Rewind : Fast forward : Stop : Pause (displays the time seek bar) / Playback To jump to the specified time point ●...
Page 114: Grouping Contents
To confirm or change the current status (if available) ● Watching > Basic > Option Menu To return to list ● BACK/RETURN Grouping contents 1. Select the content to edit with and press (blue) to tick in the contents list. 2.
Page 115: Deleting Content
Deleting content 1. Select the content to edit with and press (blue) to tick in the contents list. 2. Delete the content with (red). 3. When the confirmation screen is displayed, select with press to set. Changing device You can change the current device to another device directly in the same mode when two or more available devices are connected.
Page 116 Audio output settings You can enjoy the multi-channel sound via an amplifier connected to DIGITAL AUDIO or HDMI2 (ARC function) terminal. To confirm or change the current sound status ● Media Player > Video mode > Video Setup 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.
Page 117 Music mode Selecting file 1. Select the folder in the thumbnail view with 2. Start playback with (red). For supported file formats ● Media Player > Technical information > Music format ■ Thumbnail view To display / hide information of the highlighted content ●...
Page 118 Playing music ■ Playback of the selected file in the folder 1. Select the folder with and press to access. 2. Select the file with 3. Start playback with (red). ■ Playback To operate playback ● : Rewind : Fast forward : Stop : Pause (displays the time seek bar) / Playback To jump to the specified time point...
Page 119 Music Setup Set up the setting for Music mode. This function is available in the thumbnail view. ● 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2. Select Music Setup > Repeat with OK. 3. Select Folder with and press to set. Folder: Playback repeat within the selected folder One:...
Page 120: Device Handling Caution
Back up the recorded data at regular intervals to prevent data ● deterioration, data damage or erratic operation of the TV. Panasonic is not liable for any deterioration or damage of recorded data. USB devices It is recommended to connect the device to the TV’s USB port directly.
Page 121: Photo Format
Recording > USB HDD setup > Setting for USB HDD Regarding performance, not all USB HDDs are guaranteed. Check the ● USB HDDs that have been tested for compatibility with this TV at the following website. http://panasonic.net/viera/support (English only) Photo format ■ Supported Photo formats ●...
Page 122: Video Format
Video codec: H.264 BP/MP/HP, MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4 SP/ASP Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, HE-AAC, MPEG Audio, MP3 This TV supports this container recorded with Panasonic products. For ● details, read the manual of the products. ● MKV (.mkv) Video codec: H.264 BP/MP/HP, MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4 SP/ASP...
Page 123 ● ASF (.asf, .wmv) Video codec: MPEG4 SP/ASP, VC-1, Windows Media Video Ver. 9 Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, HE-AAC, LPCM, MP3, WMA, WMA Pro Copy-protected files cannot be played back. ● ● FLV (.flv) Video codec: H.264 BP/MP/HP Audio codec: AAC, MP3...
Page 124 ■ Supported Subtitles formats ● MicroDVD, SubRip, TMPlayer (.srt, .sub, .txt) The video file and subtitles text file are inside the same folder, and the file ● names are the same except for the file extensions. If there are more than one subtitles text files inside the same folder, they ●...
Page 125: Music Format
Music format ■ Supported Music formats ● MP3 (.mp3) ● AAC (.m4a) Copy-protected files cannot be played back. ● ● FLAC (.flac) ● WMA / WMA Pro (.wma) Copy-protected files cannot be played back. ● WMA Lossless is not supported. ●...
Page 126: Network
Network Internet content Information You can access some specific websites supported by Panasonic, and enjoy internet contents such as videos, games, communication tools, etc. from APPS List. (Example) To enable this function, you need a broadband network environment. ● Ensure the network connections and network settings are completed.
Page 127: Selecting Internet Content
Selecting internet content 1. Display APPS List with APPS. For details of APPS List ● my Home Screen > APPS List Depending on the usage conditions, it may take a while to read all the ● data. 2. Select the desired item with and press to access.
Page 128 The services through APPS List are operated by their respective service ● providers and such service may be discontinued either temporarily or permanently without notice. Therefore, Panasonic will make no warranty for the contents or the continuity of the services. Some contents may be inappropriate for some viewers.
Page 129: Dlna
DLNA Information This TV is a DLNA Certified™ product. DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) is a standard that makes DLNA ® Certified digital electronics easier and more convenient to use on a home network. To learn more, visit www.dlna.org. To enable this function, connect this TV to your home network. ●...
Page 130 ● To use a PC as a media server Prepare the PC with Windows 7 / Windows 8 or ensure the server software is installed on the PC. “Windows 7 / Windows 8” and “Twonky 7 (installed on the PC with Windows XP or Mac)” are the server software that has been tested for compatibility with this TV (as of December, 2013).
Page 131 And you need to install the application for controlling VIERA on your smartphone. For information of the application: http://panasonic.net/viera/support (English only) For the operations, refer to the support information of the application. “Windows 7 / Windows 8” are the OS that have been tested for ●...
Page 132: Using Dlna
= Note = To use this function, turn this TV on. ● This function is available only with 1 piece of other equipment. ● You may be able to control this TV to turn off the TV display and mute the ●...
Page 133: Network Connections
= Note = Non-playable files are also listed but cannot be selected. ● You can use the following buttons during playback. Confirm the remote ● control code is “73”. Watching > External equipment > Operating with TV’s remote control Network connections Internet connection To use internet service, you need a broadband network environment.
Page 134 ■ Wired connection ETHERNET terminal LAN cable (Shielded) Use the Shielded Twist Pair (STP) LAN cable. ● Internet environment - 134 -...
Page 135: Dlna Connection
DLNA connection To use DLNA features, you need a home network environment and you can operate the features without a broadband network environment. To use internet service, you need a broadband network environment. ● Network > Network connections > Internet connection ■...
Page 136 ■ Wired connection (For DLNA and internet service) ETHERNET terminal LAN cable (Shielded) Use the Shielded Twist Pair (STP) LAN cable. ● Hub or Router Internet environment DLNA Certified media server (PC, etc.) - 136 -...
Page 137: Note
■ Wireless connection (For DLNA) To use the TV as a wireless access point ● Network > Network settings > Custom - Wireless Access Point DLNA Certified media server (PC, etc.) Smartphone Note Ensure to use a LAN straight cable. ●...
Page 138: Network Settings
Network settings Network Connection Ensure the connections are completed before starting network setup. Network > Network connections ■ Quick setup - Wireless 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > Network Connection with and press access. Confirm the encryption key, settings and position of your access point ●...
Page 139 7. Select Exit with and press to set. To set manually ● Network > Network settings > Custom - Wireless ■ Quick setup - Wired 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > Network Connection with and press access.
Page 140: Network Connection
Custom - Wireless Ensure the connections are completed before starting network setup. Network > Network connections 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > Network Connection > Custom > Wireless with and press to access. Confirm the encryption key, settings and position of your access point ●...
Page 141 4. Enter the encryption key of the access point with and press to set. You can set characters using Numeric buttons. ● Press BACK/RETURN to store. ● IP/DNS Settings is displayed. Acquire IP Address Acquire DNS Address Auto is recommended. ●...
Page 142: Custom - Wired
6. Select Network Status with and press to access. Network > Network settings > Network Status 7. Select Exit with and press to set. Custom - Wired Ensure the connections are completed before starting network setup. Network > Network connections 1.
Page 143: Custom - Wireless Access Point
Proxy Port: This number is also specified by the provider with the proxy address. 1) Select Proxy Port with 2) Enter the number with Numeric buttons. 3) Press BACK/RETURN to store. 4. Select Network Status with and press to access. Network >...
Page 144: Network Status
■ Change settings You can set up Network name(SSID), Encryption key, Wireless type Channel setting method manually. Follow the on-screen instructions and set manually. Reset settings to reset the items of Change settings. ● = Note = You cannot connect the internet service while the TV is set to Wireless ●...
Page 145 my Home Cloud Settings Sets for an account to enjoy the cloud services. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > my Home Cloud Settings with and press access. 3. Select one of the following items with and press to access.
Page 146 For the operations, refer to the support information of the application. Depending on the network condition, this function may not be available. ● Depending on the area, this function may not be available. For details, ● consult your local Panasonic dealer. - 146 -...
Page 147: Network Link Settings
To use this function with your smartphone, you need to install the ● application for controlling VIERA on your smartphone. For information of the application: http://panasonic.net/viera/support (English only) For the operations, refer to the support information of the application. Registration Type (Auto...
Page 148: Software Update
= Note = Depending on the area, this function may not be available. For details, ● consult your local Panasonic dealer. File Sharing Settings Network Device List Lists the accessible network devices to play back the contents in Media Player.
Page 149 Photos Selecting file Ensure the preparations of the media server, network connections and network settings are completed. Network > DLNA > Information Network > Network connections Network > Network settings 1. Display APPS List with APPS. 2. Select Media Server with and press to access.
Page 150 Viewing photo ■ Playback To operate Single view ● : To the previous photo : To the next photo : Stop (return to list) : Slideshow To display / hide the operation guide ● To rotate 90° ● (blue) To return to list ●...
Page 151 Auto Makeup / Off) Automatically detects the face in the photo and improves luminance and contrast. Interval (Long Normal / Short) Selects slideshow interval. Repeat / Off) Slideshow repeat Back Ground Music (Off Type1 Type2 Type3 Type4 / Type5) Selects the background music during Photo mode. - 151 -...
Page 152 Videos Selecting file Ensure the preparations of the media server, network connections and network settings are completed. Network > DLNA > Information Network > Network connections Network > Network settings 1. Display APPS List with APPS. 2. Select Media Server with and press to access.
Page 153 Watching video ■ Playback If you have stopped the last playback halfway, the confirmation screen is displayed to select whether to start from where you stopped last time or from the beginning. To operate playback ● Manual skip (if available) –...
Page 154 To change aspect ● 1) Display Aspect Selection with ASPECT. 2) Select the mode with and press to set. Aspect1: Displays the content enlarged without distortion. Aspect2: Displays the content full-screen. Original: Displays the content original size. – You can also change the mode pressing ASPECT. (Press repeatedly until you reach the desired mode.) –...
Page 155 Subtitle Display / hide subtitles (if available). This function is available during playback. ● Subtitle Text Selects the font type to display subtitles correctly (if available). This function is available during playback. ● Subtitle Language Selects the language for subtitles (if available). This function is available during playback.
Page 156 Audio output settings You can enjoy the multi-channel sound via an amplifier connected to DIGITAL AUDIO or HDMI2 (ARC function) terminal. To confirm or change the current sound status ● Network > Videos > Video Setup 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.
Page 157 Music Selecting file Ensure the preparations of the media server, network connections and network settings are completed. Network > DLNA > Information Network > Network connections Network > Network settings 1. Display APPS List with APPS. 2. Select Media Server with and press to access.
Page 158 Playing music ■ Playback To operate playback ● : Rewind : Fast forward : Stop : Pause (displays the time seek bar) / Playback To jump to the specified time point ● 1) Display the time seek bar with OK. 2) While the time seek bar is displayed Press Search approx.
Page 159 Music Setup Set up the settings for music file operations on this TV. 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2. Select Music Setup > Repeat with OK. 3. Select Folder with and press to set. Folder: Playback repeat within the selected folder One: Playback repeat of the selected one file - 159 -...
Page 160: Controlling Diga Recorder
DIGA Recorder Controlling DIGA Recorder Ensure the preparations of the media server, network connections and network settings are completed. Network > DLNA > Information Network > Network connections Network > Network settings 1. Display APPS List with APPS. 2. Select Media Server with and press...
Page 161 Technical information Photo format ■ Supported Photo formats ● JPEG (.jpg, .jpeg) Sub-sampling: 4:4:4, 4:2:2, 4:2:0 Image resolution (pixel): 8 × 8 to 30 719 × 17 279 DCF and EXIF standards ● Progressive JPEG is not supported. ● = Note = Some files may not be played back even if they fulfil these conditions.
Page 162 Video codec: H.264 BP/MP/HP, MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4 SP/ASP Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, HE-AAC, MPEG Audio, MP3 This TV supports this container recorded with Panasonic products. For ● details, read the manual of the products. ● MKV (.mkv) Video codec: H.264 BP/MP/HP, MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4 SP/ASP...
Page 163 ● ASF (.asf, .wmv) Video codec: MPEG4 SP/ASP, VC-1, Windows Media Video Ver. 9 Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, HE-AAC, LPCM, MP3, WMA, WMA Pro Copy-protected files cannot be played back. ● ● FLV (.flv) Video codec: H.264 BP/MP/HP Audio codec: AAC, MP3...
Page 164 ■ Supported Subtitles formats ● MicroDVD, SubRip, TMPlayer (.srt, .sub, .txt) The video file and subtitles text file are inside the same folder, and the file ● names are the same except for the file extensions. If there are more than one subtitles text files inside the same folder, they ●...
Page 165 Music format ■ Supported Music formats ● MP3 (.mp3) ● AAC (.m4a) Copy-protected files cannot be played back. ● ● FLAC (.flac) ● WMA (.wma) Copy-protected files cannot be played back. ● WMA Pro and WMA Lossless are not supported. ●...
Page 166: Multi Window
Functions Multi Window Picture in Picture ASF607, ASN608, AST606, ASX609 series Displays the digital TV programme and external input (AV, Component or HDMI) at once. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture > Screen Settings > Picture in Picture with and press to access.
Page 167: Summary Of Viera Link
VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” Summary of VIERA Link Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with Panasonic products which have “HDAVI Control™” function. VIERA Link (HDAVI Control) connects the TV and the equipment with VIERA Link function, and enables easy control, playback, energy saving, creating home theatre, etc.
Page 168 ● Connect the equipment supporting VIERA Link to the TV’s HDMI terminal ● via an HDMI cable. About HDMI cable for connecting Panasonic HD Video Camera or LUMIX Camera, read the manual of the equipment. HDMI terminal HDMI cable Equipment with VIERA Link function (DIGA Recorder / DVD Player / Blu- ray Disc Player / HD Video Camera / LUMIX Camera) ■...
Page 169 ■ VIERA Link (HDMI and Audio out connections) Use a fully wired HDMI compliant cable. ● Connect the equipment supporting VIERA Link to the TV’s HDMI terminal ● via an HDMI cable. Use a fully wired SCART cable. ● Use the optical digital audio cable or SCART cable for audio output from ●...
Page 170 ■ Available features (HDMI and Audio out connections) Player theatre Easy playback ● Power on Link ● Power off Link ● Intelligent Auto Standby ● VIERA Link Control ● Speaker Selection ● Blu-ray Disc theatre Easy playback ● Power on Link ●...
Page 171: Easy Playback
■ VIERA Link Control of compatible equipment The following is the maximum number of compatible equipment that can be controlled by VIERA Link Control. This includes connections to equipment already connected to the TV. For example, DIGA Recorder connected to Amplifier which is connected to the TV via an HDMI cable.
Page 172: Power On Link
Power on Link Power on Link in the Setup Menu to use this function. When the connected equipment starts playback or direct navigator / function menu for the equipment is activated, the TV is automatically turned on. (Only when the TV is in Standby mode.) Power off Link Power off Link in the Setup Menu to use this function.
Page 173: Viera Link Control
VIERA Link Control You can control some functions of the connected equipment with this TV’s remote control by pointing at the TV’s signal receiver. 1. Display APPS List with APPS. 2. Select VIERA Link with and press to access. 3. Select VIERA Link Control with and press...
Page 174: Speaker Selection
■ If you access non-VIERA Link equipment The type of the connected equipment is displayed. Although you can access the connected equipment, you cannot operate it. Use the remote control of the connected equipment. = Note = If you cannot operate the equipment, check the settings and the ●...
Page 175 ■ Multi-channel sound If you want to enjoy the multi-channel sound (e.g. Dolby Digital 5.1ch) via an Amplifier, connect it with an HDMI cable and Optical digital audio cable, and then select Home Cinema. If your Amplifier has the “HDAVI Control 5” function, you only need to connect it with an HDMI cable to the TV’s HDMI2 terminal.
Page 176: Child Lock
Child Lock Using Child Lock You can lock specific channels / AV input terminals to restrict access to them. When the locked channel / input is selected, a message appears. Enter the PIN number to watch. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.
Page 177: Pin Number
PIN number You can change the PIN number. 1. Select Change PIN with and press to access. 2. Enter a new PIN number twice with Numeric buttons. = Note = Setting Shipping Condition erases the PIN number and all settings. ●...
Page 178: Data Service Application
Data Service Application Using Data Service Application You can enjoy Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV application that is one of the interactive data services for digital broadcasting. 1. Display TV Selection with TV. 2. Select the mode with and press to set. DVB-S DVB-C DVB-T...
Page 179 Note To use Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV application fully, you need a ● broadband network environment. Ensure the network connections and network settings are completed. Network > Network connections Network > Network settings Not all the data services are available depending on the country, area and ●...
Page 180: Common Interface
Common Interface Caution If the encrypted message is displayed on the screen, the correct Common Interface (CI) Module and smart card that are required for this service are not inserted. ■ How to insert CI module and smart card Turn the TV off with Mains Power On / Off switch whenever inserting or ●...
Page 181: Using Common Interface
Using Common Interface The Common Interface Module menu provides access to software contained in Common Interface (CI) Modules. This function may not be available in some countries or regions. ● Video and audio signals may not be output depending on broadcasts or ●...
Page 182: Shipping Condition
Shipping Condition Shipping Condition Resets the TV to its original condition (i.e. no channels tuned in). All settings other than USB Device Setup are reset (channels, picture, sound settings, etc.). 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > System Menu >...
Page 183: Updating The Tv Software
Updating the TV Software Information A new version of software may be released for download to enhance the performance or operations of the TV. If there is an update available and the channel has the update information, a notification message is displayed. To install new software, select Standby with...
Page 184: Manual Update
= Note = Download may take a few hours. ● During software download and update, DO NOT switch off the TV. ● A notification message may be a reminder. In this case, schedule ● information (the date when the new version can be used) will appear. You can set the reservation for update.
Page 185: Using Numeric Buttons
Setting characters Using Numeric buttons You can enter characters for free input items using Numeric buttons. Press Numeric buttons repeatedly until you reach the desired character. : . @ / 1 ! : # + - * _ ( ) “ ‘ % & ? , ; = $ [ ] ~ < > { } | ` ^ \ : a b c 2 A B C : d e f 3 D E F : g h i 4 G H I...
Page 186: Voice Control
To use this function, you need to install the application for controlling ● VIERA on your smartphone. For information of the application: http://panasonic.net/viera/support (English only) For the operations, refer to the support information of the application. = Note = Voice Control function may not work properly depending on the ●...
Page 187 = Note = To use Voice Control function fully, you need a broadband network ● environment, because this function accesses the speech recognition server with the internet connection. Even if you have the internet environment, this function may not be available depending on the proxy settings.
Page 188 Keyboard Keyboard Keyboards requiring the drivers are not supported. ● To change the language type, set USB Keyboard Layout. ● 1) Display the menu with MENU. 2) Select Setup > System Menu > USB Keyboard Layout with press to access. 3) Select the language with and press to set.
Page 189 Settings Setting menu How to use Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions. 1. Display the menu with MENU. Displayed items vary depending on the input signal. ● 2. Select the menu with and press to access.
Page 190 To change menu pages ● To change the colour type of on-screen displays, set Colour. ● my Home Screen > my Home Screen > OSD Colour = Note = Menu items and selectable options vary depending on the mode (TV ●...
Page 191 Picture Viewing Mode Selects your favourite picture mode for each input. (Dynamic Normal Cinema True Cinema / Custom) Watching > For best picture > Viewing Mode Basic settings Backlight, Contrast, Brightness, Colour, Tint, Sharpness Adjusts the levels of these options according to your personal preference. Watching >...
Page 192 Noise reduction settings Noise Reduction (Auto / Off) Reduces unwanted picture noise. Watching > For best picture > Noise reduction settings Not valid when 1080p Pixel Direct is set to ● MPEG Noise Reduction (Auto / Off) Reduces flicker noise in contoured parts of a picture and block noise. Watching >...
Page 193 HDMI Content Type (Graphics Photos Auto / Off) Adjusts the picture settings of each HDMI input according to the selected content type. Watching > For best picture > Option Settings For HDMI input ● HDMI RGB Range (Auto Full / Normal) Adjusts the black level of the image for each HDMI input.
Page 194: Reset To Defaults
Screen Settings 16:9 Overscan / Off) Selects the screen area displaying the image for 16:9 aspect. Watching > For best picture > Screen Settings Not valid in Network services ● H-Size (H-Size1 / H-Size2) Switches the horizontal display range to reduce noise on the side edge of the image.
Page 195 Sound Mode Selects your favourite sound mode for each input. (Standard Ambience Speech / User) ASF607, ASN608, AST606, ASX609 series (Standard Music Speech / User) ASW604 series Watching > For best audio > Sound mode Basic settings Bass Adjusts level to enhance or minimise lower, deeper sound output. Watching >...
Page 196 Volume settings Speaker Setting (TV Speaker Headphones / Off) Selects TV speakers or headphones for sound output. Set to when using the external speakers. Watching > For best audio > Volume settings Headphone Volume Adjusts the volume of headphones. Watching > For best audio > Volume settings Auto Gain Control / Off) Automatically regulates large sound level differences between channels and...
Page 197 Voice Guidance Settings Voice Guidance / Off) Set to to enable voice guidance of the basic features (menu item, on- screen messages, etc.) for visually impaired users. Watching > For best audio > Voice Guidance Settings Speed (Fast Normal / Slow) Selects the readout speed for the voice guidance.
Page 198 Audio Description Preferred Audio Type (Standard Audio Description) Narration settings for visually impaired users Watching > For best audio > Audio Description For DVB ● Volume Adjusts the volume for Audio Description. Watching > For best audio > Audio Description For DVB ●...
Page 199 Advanced settings Selects multiplex sound mode (if available). Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings For Analogue ● Audio Preference (Auto Multichannel Stereo / MPEG) Selects the initial setting for audio tracks. Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings For DVB ●...
Page 200 Reset to Defaults Resets the current Sound Mode to the default settings. Network Network Connection Sets the network setting to use this TV in your network environment. Network > Network settings > Network Connection Network Status Displays and checks the network status (MAC Address, current network settings, etc.).
Page 201 Other settings Software Update Checks for available software updates from the Panasonic website. Network > Network settings > Software Update New Software Message / Off) Selects whether to give a notification message when new software is found via network or not.
Page 202: Time Zone
Timer Off Timer Sets the duration of time until the TV automatically goes into Standby mode. (minutes)) Watching > Basic > Off Timer Timer Programming Sets a timer to record or remind forthcoming programmes. Recording > Timer Programming > Setting Timer Programming For DVB ●...
Page 203: Usb Device Setup
Setup Eco Navigation Automatically sets the TV to the most suitable energy-saving mode. Watching > Basic > Energy saving functions Voice Control Settings Settings for Voice Control function Functions > Voice Control > Using Voice Control USB Device Setup Formats the USB HDD or safely removes USB device. Recording >...
Page 204 Manual Tuning Searches for channels manually. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Manual Tuning Update Channel List Updates the channel list while keeping your settings. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Update Channel List For DVB ● Favourite Network Selects your favourite network for each broadcasters (only available in some countries).
Page 205 Antenna System (One LNB MiniDiSEqC DiSEqC 1.0 Single Cable) Sets the antenna system to use plural LNBs for receiving several satellites. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Auto Setup For DVB-S ● LNB Configuration Selects the satellite for each LNB. Watching >...
Page 206 Language OSD Language Changes language for on-screen displays. Watching > Basic > Language Preferred Audio 1 / 2 Selects the first and second preferred language for DVB multi audio (depending on the broadcaster). Watching > Basic > Language Preferred Subtitles 1 / 2 Selects the first and second preferred language for DVB subtitles (depending on the broadcaster).
Page 207: Display Settings
Display Settings OSD Colour (Jet black Pale grey Organic brown Sand beige) Selects the preferred colour type of on-screen displays. my Home Screen > my Home Screen > OSD Colour Preferred Subtitle Type (Standard Hard of Hearing) Selects the preferred subtitle type. Watching >...
Page 208 Banner Display Timeout 0 (No display) (seconds)) Sets how long the information banner stays on screen. Watching > Basic > Information banner Smart Banner / Off) Displays the introduction banner for the internet service. Watching > Basic > Information banner Radio Mode (seconds)) Sets the timer for turning off the screen automatically when a radio channel is...
Page 209: Viera Link Settings
VIERA Link Settings VIERA Link / Off) Sets to use VIERA Link functions. Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Preparations Power on Link / Off) Sets to use Power on Link functions. Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Power on Link Power off Link / Off) Sets to use Power off Link functions.
Page 210: System Menu
Data Service Application Service (Auto Start On Auto Start Off / Off) Sets to use Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV application. Not all the data services are available depending on the country, area and ● broadcaster. Functions > Data Service Application > Using Data Service Application For DVB ●...
Page 211 Other Settings GUIDE Plus+ Settings Settings for the GUIDE Plus+ system Watching > TV Guide > Using TV Guide Power Save / Off) Reduces brightness of the picture to economise on power consumption. Exchange Channel List Exports / Imports DVB-S Channel List settings using the USB device to share the same settings with VIERA which has the same function.
Page 212 Picture Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. Auto aspect Auto aspect is designed to provide you with the best ratio to fill the screen.
Page 213 No image can be displayed Check the correct input mode is selected. ● Check the setting of AV2 (COMPONENT / VIDEO) in Input Selection ● match the output of the external equipment. Watching > External equipment Is Contrast, Brightness Colour in the Picture Menu set to the minimum? ●...
Page 214: Digital Tv
Digital TV Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. Block noise, frozen or disappearing image occurs / Some channels cannot be tuned Check the position, direction and connection of the aerial or dish.
Page 215: Analogue Tv
Analogue TV Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. White spots or shadow image (ghosting) occurs / Some channels cannot be tuned Check the position, direction and connection of the aerial.
Page 216 Sound Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. No sound is produced Is “Sound mute” active? Press MUTE to switch sound mute on or off.
Page 217 HDMI Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. Sound is unusual Set the sound setting of the connected equipment to “2ch L.PCM”.
Page 218 Network Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. Cannot connect to the network Check the LAN cable or wireless LAN is connected properly.
Page 219 ● Other Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. VIERA Link function does not work and an error message appears Check the connections.
Page 220: Care And Cleaning
The LCD panel moves slightly and clattered sound is heard when it is pushed with a finger There is a little gap around the panel to prevent damage to the panel. This ● is not a malfunction. Maintenance Care and Cleaning First, remove the mains plug from the socket outlet.
Page 221: Using Help Menu
Information Using Help menu 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Help with and press to access. 3. Select TV Self Test System Information Device Information with and press to access. TV Self Test Makes a diagnosis of picture or sound problems. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Page 222: Optional Accessories
– Depending on the area, this optional accessory may not be available. For details, consult your local Panasonic dealer. Wall-hanging bracket ■ Wall-hanging bracket Please contact your local Panasonic dealer to purchase the recommended ● wall-hanging bracket. = Warning = Using other wall-hanging brackets, or installing a wall-hanging bracket ●...
Page 223 HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries. HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Page 224 GUIDE Plus+, Rovi and Rovi Guide are trademarks of Rovi Corporation and/ or its subsidiaries. The GUIDE Plus+ and the Rovi Guide system are manufactured under license from Rovi Corporation and/or its subsidiaries. The Rovi Guide system is protected by patents and patent applications filed in the US, Europe, and other countries including one or more of the United States patents 6,396,546;...
Page 225 PURPOSE. Please refer to the detailed terms and conditions thereof shown in the “Software License” menu on this product. At least three (3) years from delivery of this product, Panasonic will give to any third party who contacts us at the contact information provided below,...
Page 226 Ver.1.04...

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