my Home Screen my Home Screen • Information • How to use • Settings • OSD Colour APPS List • Information • How to use • Settings Watching Basic • Satellite connection • Basic connection • Selecting channel • Information banner • Option Menu • Subtitle • Last view • Off Timer • Energy saving functions • Adjusting time • Language External equipment...
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• Ambient Sensor • Aspect • Aspect Control Signal • Basic settings • Noise reduction settings • Advanced Settings • Option Settings • Screen Settings • Lock 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 • Guide link programming Teletext...
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Tuning and editing channels • Setting menu • Favourites Edit • Channel List • Regional Channel Edit • Auto Setup • Channel Sorting by Region • Manual Tuning • Update Channel List • New Channel Message • Signal Condition • Add New Channels Recording USB HDD setup • Preparations • Setting for USB HDD Recording current programme • One Touch Recording • Rewind LIVE TV...
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Photo mode • Selecting file • Viewing photo • Sorting photos • Multi Shot 3D • Using Slideshow Video mode • Selecting file • Watching video • Video Setup • Audio output settings Recorded TV mode • Selecting content • Watching recorded TV • Grouping contents • Deleting content • Changing device • Chapter List • Audio output settings Music mode • Selecting file...
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Network Internet content • Information • Selecting internet content • Note DLNA • Information • Using DLNA Network connections • Internet connection • DLNA connection • Note Network settings • Network Connection • Custom - Wireless • Custom - Wired • Custom - Wireless Access Point • Network Status • my Home Cloud Settings • VIERA Name • TV Remote App Settings • Network Link Settings...
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• Video Setup • Audio output settings Music • Selecting file • Playing music • Music Setup DIGA Recorder • Controlling DIGA Recorder Technical information • Photo format • Video format • Music format Functions User profile • Information • Settings • my Stream Info Bar • Information • Settings • Human activity sensor Built-in Camera • Using built-in Camera Voice Control • Preparations...
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Multi Window • Information • How to use • Note VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” • Summary of VIERA Link • Preparations • Easy playback • Power on Link • Power off Link • Standby Power Save • Intelligent Auto Standby • VIERA Link Control • Speaker Selection • Note Child Lock • Using Child Lock • PIN number • Parental Rating Common Interface...
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• TV Anywhere Settings • File Sharing Settings • Other settings Timer • Off Timer • Timer Programming • Time Zone • Auto Standby • No signal Power off Setup • Eco Navigation • Voice Control Settings • User Settings • Info Bar Settings • TV Guide Settings • USB Device Setup • Recording Setup • VIERA Touch Pad Controller • Bluetooth Setup • Child Lock...
• HDMI • Network • Other Maintenance • Care and Cleaning Information • Using Help menu Optional accessories • 3D Eyewear • 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.
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.)
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. ●...
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. Free Digital TV Screen: Displays the TV and Digital TV streaming services (if available).
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■ Face Recognition / Voice Print Recognition By using the built-in Camera and Voice Control function, this TV recognises your face / voice and displays the registered Home Screen. Say “my Home Screen” into the microphone of the Touch Pad Controller to ●...
OSD Colour 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Display Settings > OSD Colour with and press to access. 3. Set with and press to store. OSD Colour (Jet black Pale grey Organic brown Sand beige) Selects the preferred colour type of on-screen displays. This function is available for the information banner, menu screen, Home ●...
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. ● - 17 -...
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.
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. ●...
Watching Basic Satellite connection Please ensure that the unit is disconnected from the mains socket before attaching or disconnecting any cables. For Freesat, Other Sat. / Satellite ● ■ Dual Tuner Connect the both of satellite IN 1 / IN 2 terminals to the satellite dish, and you can watch or record 2 satellite programmes simultaneously, etc.
= Note = To ensure your satellite dish is correctly installed, please consult your local ● dealer. Also consult the received satellite broadcasting companies for details. The Freesat channel uses Astra2 at 28.2° East and Eurobird1 at 28.5° ● East satellites. To ensure your satellite dish is correctly installed, consult your Freesat registered dealer.
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■ DVD Recorder / VCR Terrestrial terminal RF cable DVD Recorder / VCR Terrestrial aerial AV1 (SCART) terminal SCART cable – AV1 (SCART) adaptor (supplied) is necessary when connecting to the - 22 -...
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■ DVD Recorder (VCR) / Cable TV box HDMI terminal HDMI cable Cable TV box Terrestrial aerial / Cable AV1 (SCART) terminal SCART cable – AV1 (SCART) adaptor (supplied) is necessary when connecting to the RF cable / SCART cable Terrestrial terminal RF cable DVD Recorder / VCR...
Selecting channel 1. Display TV Selection with TV. 2. Select the mode with and press to set. Freesat (UK only) / Analogue Other Sat. (UK only) / Satellite (Ireland only) Other Sat. is displayed if Auto Setup is completed for Other Sat. ●...
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■ To select the type of channel list Automatically selects all channels or favourites list in the information banner when the TV is turned on. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Other Settings > Power on Channel List with press to access.
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.
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Also in Same programme available as HD broadcast To display the extra information for details ● UK only ● STTL: Subtitle service available TEXT: Text service available Multi Audio: Multiple audio available Stereo, Mono, NICAM: Audio mode – 90: Off Timer remaining time Watching >...
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Display Settings > Banner & TV Guide Selection with and press to access. 3) Select Freetime Panasonic with and press to set. – For DVB / Freesat (UK only) AD, STTL, TEXT, Multi Audio indications are displayed as available ●...
Option Menu Confirm or change the current status. 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2. Select one of the following items with and press to access. Voice Guidance Settings Audio Type Multi Audio Monaural Audio Channel Subtitle Language Teletext Character Set Teletext Language NICAM Volume Correction...
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Monaural Audio Selects stereo / monaural (if available). This setting is not memorised and it will return to the default setting once ● you exit the current programme. Not valid in Analogue ● Sub Channel Selects the multifeed programme - sub channel (if available). For Other Sat.
Subtitle ■ Freesat, DVB or Other Sat. / Satellite Display / hide subtitles (if available) with STTL. To select the preferred subtitle type ● 1) Display the menu with MENU. 2) Select Setup > Display Settings > Preferred Subtitle Type with and press to access.
Last view Switch to a previously viewed channel or input mode easily with LAST VIEW. Press again to return to the current view. ● = Note = Switching channel may not be available depending on the condition. ● Watching less than 10 seconds is not reflected in the previously viewed ●...
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.
■ 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.
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. ● Ireland only ●...
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Preferred Subtitles (English Welsh Gaelic / Irish) Selects the preferred language for digital channel subtitles (depending on the broadcaster). To display subtitles ● Watching > Basic > Subtitle provides aids in understanding and enjoyment with subtitles (depending ● on the broadcaster). UK only ●...
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 To use the specific devices supporting Bluetooth wireless technology ●...
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■ AV devices AV2 (COMPONENT) terminals Component cables – AV2 (COMPONENT / VIDEO) adaptor (supplied) is necessary when connecting to the TV. DVD Player Composite cables – AV2 (COMPONENT / VIDEO) adaptor (supplied) is necessary when connecting to the TV. Camcorder / Game equipment - 38 -...
● 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) ■ To listen with speakers DIGITAL AUDIO Optical digital audio cable Amplifier with speaker system To enjoy multi-channel sound from external equipment (e.g.
■ Headphones Headphone jack M3 stereo mini plug Headphones To adjust volume, set Headphone Volume. ● Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings To select the sound output to adjust volume, set Speaker Setting. ● Watching > For best audio > Volume settings Watching external input Connect the external equipment (VCR, DVD, etc.) and you can watch through the input.
= Note = If the external equipment has an aspect adjustment function, set it to 16:9. ● For details, read the manual of the equipment or ask your local dealer. ● ■ 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 Input Selection or banner.
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)
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■ 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.
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.
= Note = Audio settings can be made on HDMI Input in the Sound Menu. ● Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings If the connected equipment has an aspect adjustment function, set the ● aspect ratio to “16:9”. These HDMI connectors are “type A”.
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 THX Cinema THX Bright Room True Cinema Custom Professional1...
Aspect Change the aspect ratio (image size) with ASPECT. ■ To change the aspect ratio manually 1. Display Aspect Selection with ASPECT. 2. Select the mode with and press to set. You can also change the mode pressing ASPECT. ● (Press repeatedly until you reach the desired mode.) Auto: The best ratio is selected automatically according to the “Aspect Control...
= Note = Display the image (TV, external input, etc.) full-screen to use this function ● completely. Aspect mode can be memorised separately for SD (Standard definition) ● and HD (High definition) signals. Aspect cannot be changed in teletext service and 3D format signals. ●...
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 Letterbox Resolution Remaster Caption Smoother...
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Caption Smoother (Auto / Off) Makes caption contours smooth. Specially effective for low resolution contents. Not valid in 3D mode ● Brilliance Enhancer (Max / Off) Enhances picture contrast locally to increase picture brilliance. Not valid in 3D mode ● Intelligent Frame Creation (Max / Off)
Noise reduction settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture > Noise Reduction MPEG Remaster with and press to access. 3. Set with and press to store. Noise Reduction (Auto / Off) Reduces unwanted picture noise. MPEG Remaster (Auto / Off) Reduces flicker noise in contoured parts of a picture and block noise.
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■ 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.
■ White Balance R-Gain G-Gain B-Gain Adjusts the white balance of bright red / green / blue areas. R-Cutoff G-Cutoff B-Cutoff Adjusts the white balance of dark red / green / blue areas. More Detailed Adjustment Adjusts more detailed items of White Balance.
■ 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. More Detailed Adjustment Adjusts more detailed items of Colour...
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■ Gamma Gamma Switches the gamma curve. Please note the numerical values are reference for the adjustment. ● More Detailed Adjustment Adjusts more detailed items of Gamma. Input Signal Level: Adjusts the input signal level. Gain: Adjusts the gain of gamma for selected signal level. Reset to Defaults: Resets items of...
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. Game Mode Film Cadence Mode 1080p Pure Direct HDMI Content Type HDMI RGB Range 3D-COMB...
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HDMI Content Type (Graphics Photos Auto / Off) Adjusts the picture settings of each HDMI input according to the selected content type. Auto: Automatically adjusts the picture settings according to the received HDMI content if the connected equipment supports HDMI Content Type.
Screen Settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture > Screen Settings with and press to access. 3. Select one of the following items with and press to access. 16:9 Overscan H-Size Zoom Adjustments Multi Window Screen Display 4.
Screen Display / Off) Turns the screen off when you select Off. This function is effective in reducing power consumption when listening to ● the sound without watching the TV screen. Press any buttons (except Standby On / Off switch) to turn the screen on. ●...
Copy Adjustment Copies the picture settings of True Cinema, Custom, Professional1 Professional2 to those of another input or another Viewing Mode. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture > Copy Adjustment > Destination Viewing Mode Destination Input with and press to access.
For best audio Sound mode 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Sound > Mode with and press to access. 3. Select the mode with and press to set. Mode (Standard Music Ambience / User) Selects your favourite sound mode for each input. Standard: Provides the suitable sound quality for all types of scenes.
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 Bass Boost Digital Remaster 4. Set with and press to store.
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Surround (Stadium Hall Natural / Off) Selects surround sound settings. Stadium: Provides the sound effect such as a stadium. Hall: Provides the sound effect such as a concert hall. Natural: Controls the reverberation to make the voice sound clearer. This function is effective only for the sound from TV speakers. ●...
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.
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 User Level Web Browser 4.
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.
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. NICAM Audio Preference SPDIF Selection SPDIF Delay HDMI Input 4. Set with and press to store.
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SPDIF Selection (Auto / PCM) Selects the initial setting for digital audio output signal from DIGITAL AUDIO and HDMI2 (ARC function) terminals. SPDIF is a standard audio transfer file format. ● Auto: Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital and HE-AAC multi-channel are output as Dolby Digital Bitstream.
1) Display the menu with MENU. 2) Select Setup > Display Settings > Banner & TV Guide Selection with and press to access. 3) Select Freetime Panasonic with and press to set. – For DVB / Freesat (UK only) - 73 -...
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(Example) TV screen Date Time Programme : Some programmes may also be broadcast in HD. UK only ● You can select HD or SD broadcast. ● (DVB) / (Analogue) – No images are displayed in Freesat. (UK only) Channel position and name To watch the programme ●...
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To search programme titles and view a list of the searched programmes ● (except Analogue) (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. –...
Timer Programming This function allows you to select programmes that you want to be reminded to watch or record to the USB HDD. 1. Select the forthcoming programme with and press access. 2. Select USB HDD Rec. Reminder with and press to set.
Guide link programming Guide link programming is 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. A Split Programme programming is a Guide link programming which is interrupted by one or more other programmes.
Teletext Digital text service Digital text services (MHEG) differ greatly from analogue teletext. When you switch to a digital text service, the images you see can contain graphics and text, laid out and controlled in a manner decided by the broadcaster.
Viewing Teletext 1. Switch to teletext with TEXT. Displays the index page (content varies depending on the broadcasters). ● Current / sub page numbers are displayed on the top left of the screen. ● Time / date is displayed on the top right of the screen. ●...
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■ Store frequently viewed pages in the colour bar (List mode) 1. Press (coloured buttons) while the page is displayed. 2. Press and hold OK. The stored page number changes to white. ● If you use subtitles, do not change number on (blue).
Teletext mode Teletext services are the text information provided by the broadcasters. The features may vary depending on the broadcasters. ● The availability of teletext services for a programme is indicated by TEXT ● in the information banner. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.
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.
Note Display the image (TV, external input, etc.) full-screen for viewing 3D. ● Do not exert pressure on or scratch the lens of the 3D Eyewear. ● 3D content will not be correctly visible if the 3D Eyewear is worn upside ●...
■ 3D-supported broadcast Please consult the suppliers of contents or programmes for availability of ● this service. ■ 3D photos and 3D videos taken by 3D-compatible Panasonic products Available in Media Player and Network services ● Media Player Network ■...
3D Mode Selection You can easily change the viewing mode between 2D and 3D with 3D. 1. Display 3D Mode Selection with 3D. 2. Select the mode with and press to set. Items of 3D Mode Selection vary depending on the condition. ●...
3D Settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture > 3D Settings with and press to access. 3. Select one of the following items with and press to access. 3D Detection 3D Signal Message 2D→3D Depth 3D Adjustment L/R Picture Swap Edge Smoother Safety Precautions 4.
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3D Adjustment / Off) Adjustment of the 3D effect (except in 2D→3D mode) Set to to enable Effect setting. When setting to On, a safety precaution message will appear. Read it ● carefully and press BACK/RETURN to go to Effect setting.
Source image format If the picture appears to be abnormal, refer to the table of images that can be seen for each 3D Mode Selection (Manual) and the source image format, and select the correct 3D mode. 3D images are displayed correctly with appropriate 3D format as following ●...
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. Freesat (UK only) / Analogue Other Sat. (UK only) / Satellite (Ireland only)
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■ List favourite Other Sat. / Satellite channels Create your favourite channel lists from various broadcasters (up to 4: Favourites 1 to 4). The Other Sat. / Satellite favourites lists are available for switching in the information banner. Watching > Basic > Information banner To change the category, press (blue).
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■ 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 or select the turn with Numeric buttons.
Channel List ■ Skip unwanted Freesat / 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.
■ Create the channel list for Other Sat. / Satellite Create your channel list of Other Sat. / Satellite for viewing from all the found channels to exclude the duplicated channels or to reduce the number of channels. And then you can select your desired channels easily. 1.
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. ●...
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■ Other Sat. / Satellite To use dual tuner function, set Dual Tuner Mode to On. ● 1. Select Auto Setup with and press to access. 2. Select the satellite with Select IN 1 IN 2 Signal Input with to set for each tuner. ●...
■ Auto Setup using the buttons on the TV 1. Press and hold INPUT/OK/HOLD for MENU button for 3 seconds to display the menu. 2. Set Auto Setup with following control panel buttons. Move the cursor / select from a range of options / select the menu item ●...
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, use this function. (DVB) All DVB channels found will be added to Channel List.
■ Other Sat. / Satellite Set tuning parameters for the required satellite, details can usually be found in a satellite TV magazine. Normally use Auto Setup Add New Channels to retune Other Sat. / ● Satellite channels. Please consult the received satellite broadcasting companies for the ●...
Add New Channels You can add any new channels found automatically to channel list. 1. The signal condition is displayed and press to access. If you select Any Satellite Auto Setup, this step is skipped. ● It takes a while to check the connection for your selected satellite. ●...
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 3 port with the USB cable. ●...
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= 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 ●...
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 ●...
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To change the mode ● To edit USB HDD name ● (green) To format ● (red) To remove the USB HDD safely from the TV ● (yellow) = Note = You can only select one USB HDD for recording at a time. ●...
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 >...
Rewind 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.
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■ To stop Rewind LIVE TV 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Recording Setup > Rewind LIVE TV with and press to access. 3. Select with to stop Rewind LIVE If you stop Rewind LIVE TV, the recorded content for Rewind LIVE TV will ●...
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.
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(Example) !: Overlapped timer events Function (USB HDD Rec. / Reminder) TV mode : DVB-C : DVB-T For UK For Ireland ● ● : Freesat : DVB : DVB : Satellite : Other Sat. – You cannot change the mode within the menu. Channel position, channel name, etc.
■ Guide link programming : Guide link programming - Programmes according to the TV Guide signal : Split Programme Watching > TV Guide > Guide link programming UK only ● Guide link programming is Timer Programming which is controlled by ●...
Network > Network settings > TV Anywhere Settings Additional information for the services may be found on the following ● website. http://panasonic.net/viera/support (English only) = Note = This function is not available when the TV is turned off with Mains Power ●...
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...
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. ●...
Media Player Using Media Player Information Media Player allows you to enjoy photo, video or music recorded on the SD Card / 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.
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■ To insert or remove the SD Card Gently insert the SD Card with the label surface facing front. Push the centre of the card until a click is heard. (To remove, push it again.) Label surface Cutout ■ To insert or remove the USB Flash Memory Ensure alignment is straight and complete when inserting or removing.
Selecting device / mode 1. Insert the SD Card or USB Flash Memory to the TV. When you insert the SD Card, Media Player will start automatically. ● Media Player > Using Media Player > Information To play back contents in the USB HDD, ensure the connection and ●...
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= 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. ●...
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) - 117 -...
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...
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 ●...
Multi Shot 3D This TV can create a 3D photo using a pair of photos and save it. You can only save the image into the SD card. ● This function is available with photos recorded on digital cameras. ● Depending on the photos you select, they may not be suitable for creating ●...
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 ●...
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Frame (Off Multi Collage Drift (+ calendar) Drift Gallery (+ calendar) Gallery Cinema) Selects the frame type of the slideshow. Multi: 9 photos are displayed orderly at once. Collage: Each photo is displayed at a random position and random scale. Drift (+ calendar) / Drift: Photos are displayed with flow images.
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Transition Effect (Off Fade Dissolve Motion / Random) Selects the transition effect for switching photos during the slideshow. Fade: The next photo fades in gradually. Dissolve: Each photo is dissolved when switching to the next photo. Motion: Each photo is displayed with an effect of enlarging, reducing, moving up or moving down.
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Burst Playback / Off) Selects whether to display burst photos in a fast-paced slideshow mode or not. Not valid when Frame is set to Drift, Gallery, Cinema or when Transition ● Effect is set to Motion Interval (Long Normal / Short) Selects slideshow interval.
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● To register music 1) Select the music file with and press to access. Depending on the condition of the device, select folders until you ● reach the desired music file. 2) Select File Folder with and press to set. File: The selected music file will be registered.
Video mode Selecting file 1. Select the title in the thumbnail view with : Error display : The file does not support thumbnail view. The preview will start when the title / scene is highlighted in the ● thumbnail view if it supports a preview. To turn off the preview, set Video Preview to Off.
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.
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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.) –...
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Video Setup Set up the settings for Video mode. 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2. Select Video Setup with OK. 3. Select one of the following items with and press to access. Video Preview Multi Audio Dual Mono Audio Subtitle Subtitle Text Repeat...
Audio output settings You can enjoy the multi-channel sound via an amplifier connected to DIGITAL AUDIO or HDMI2 (ARC function) terminal. To confirm or change the current sound status ● Media Player > Video mode > Video Setup 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.
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.
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 ●...
To confirm or change the current status (if available) ● Watching > Basic > Option Menu To return to list ● BACK/RETURN = Note = The recorded content may not be played back properly depending on the ● progress of recording. Grouping contents 1.
Changing device You can change the current device to another device directly in the same mode when two or more available devices are connected. 1. Display the option menu with OPTION. 2. Select Drive Select with and press to access. 3.
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Audio output settings You can enjoy the multi-channel sound via an amplifier connected to DIGITAL AUDIO or HDMI2 (ARC function) terminal. To confirm or change the current sound status ● Media Player > Video mode > Video Setup 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.
Music mode Selecting file 1. Select the folder in the thumbnail view with 2. Start playback with (red). For supported file formats ● Media Player > Technical information > Music format ■ Thumbnail view To display / hide information of the highlighted content ●...
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...
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:...
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. SD Card ■...
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You cannot connect any devices using a USB card reader. ● Additional information for the devices may be found on the following ● website. http://panasonic.net/viera/support (English only) ■ USB Flash Memory USB Flash Memory format: FAT16, FAT32 or exFAT USB HDDs formatted on a PC are not guaranteed to work in Media Player.
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Photo format ■ Supported Photo formats ● JPEG (.jpg, .jpeg, .mpo) 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.
Video format ■ Supported Video formats ● SD-Video (.mod) Video codec: MPEG1, MPEG2 Audio codec: Dolby Digital, MPEG Audio SD-Video Standard Ver. 1.31 (Entertainment Video Profile) ● The data may not be available if a folder structure on the device is ●...
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Video codec: H.264 BP/MP/HP, MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4 SP/ASP Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, HE-AAC, MPEG Audio, MP3 This TV supports this container recorded with Panasonic products. For ● details, read the manual of the products. ● MKV (.mkv) Video codec: H.264 BP/MP/HP, MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4 SP/ASP...
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Music format ■ Supported Music formats ● MP3 (.mp3) ● AAC / Apple Lossless (.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. ●...
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.
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.
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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.
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DLNA Information This TV is a DLNA Certified™ product. DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) is a standard that makes DLNA ® Certified digital electronics easier and more convenient to use on a home network. To learn more, visit www.dlna.org. To enable this function, connect this TV to your home network. ●...
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● 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).
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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 ●...
= 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 using your smartphone. For details, ● refer to the support information of the application. Display the TV full-screen for sharing the TV programme with another ●...
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= 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 - 153 -...
Network connections Internet connection To use internet service, you need a broadband network environment. If you do not have any broadband network services, please consult your ● retailer for assistance. Dial-up internet connections cannot be used. ● Required speed (effective): at least 1.5 Mbps for SD (Standard Definition) ●...
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 ■...
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■ Wired connection (For DLNA and internet service) ETHERNET terminal LAN cable (Shielded) Use the Shielded Twist Pair (STP) LAN cable. ● Hub or Router Internet environment DLNA Certified media server (PC, etc.) ■ Wireless connection (For DLNA) To use the TV as a wireless access point ●...
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Note Ensure to use a LAN straight cable. ● Set up and connect equipment required for the network environment. You ● cannot make such settings on this TV. Read the manual of the equipment. If your modem has no broadband router functions, use a broadband router. ●...
Network settings Network Connection Ensure the connections are completed before starting network setup. 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 ●...
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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.
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 ●...
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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. ●...
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.
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 >...
■ 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 ●...
my Home Cloud Settings Displays the terms of service for the cloud services. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > my Home Cloud Settings > Notices with press to access. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. To set up an account for the cloud services ●...
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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. - 166 -...
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. Changing the default configuration may increase Standby Power ●...
= Note = Depending on the area, this function may not be available. For details, ● consult your local Panasonic dealer. TV Anywhere Settings TV Anywhere / Off) Enables to watch TV and set timer programming events of this TV on the network equipment (smartphone, etc.) from outside the home network.
New Software Message Selects whether to give a notification message when new software is found via network or not. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Network > New Software Message with and press access. 3. Select with and press to set.
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.
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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 ●...
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Transition Effect (Off Fade Dissolve Motion / Random) Selects the transition effect for switching photos during the slideshow. Fade: The next photo fades in gradually. Dissolve: Each photo is dissolved when switching to the next photo. Motion: Each photo is displayed with an effect of enlarging, reducing, moving up or moving down.
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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.
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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) –...
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.) –...
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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...
Technical information Photo format ■ Supported Photo formats ● JPEG (.jpg, .jpeg, .mpo) 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.
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Video codec: H.264 BP/MP/HP, MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4 SP/ASP Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, HE-AAC, MPEG Audio, MP3 This TV supports this container recorded with Panasonic products. For ● details, read the manual of the products. ● MKV (.mkv) Video codec: H.264 BP/MP/HP, MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4 SP/ASP...
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● 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...
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■ 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 ●...
Music format ■ Supported Music formats ● MP3 (.mp3) ● AAC / Apple Lossless (.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. ●...
Functions User profile Information Setting user profile allows you to enjoy the recommended contents, your favourite Home Screen, Info Bar, cloud services, etc. To display Info Bar ● Functions > Info Bar To use my Stream ● Functions > User profile > my Stream = Note = You need a broadband network environment to use this function fully.
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Your voice Registers the voice data of the user for Voice Print Recognition. Your face Registers the face data of the user for Face Recognition. Main Home Screen Selects Home Screen to be displayed when using Voice Control function. To use this function, you need to register your voice data or face data.
my Stream Automatically provides the recommended contents (TV programmes, internet content, etc.). 1. Display APPS List with APPS. 2. Select my Stream with and press to access. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. To register a content as your favourite ● Functions >...
Info Bar Information Automatically detects human activity and displays some information or messages on the bottom of the screen. Voice operation is also available. ■ Info Bar (Example) Information area To use this function, set Info Bar Settings. ● Functions > Info Bar > Settings To set user profile ●...
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Settings This setting allows you to adjust the items for Info Bar function. 1. Display the main menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Info Bar Settings with and press access. 3. Select one of the following items with and press to access.
Human activity sensor ■ Available range for the human activity sensor Range: Within approx. 5 m Horizontal: Within approx. 35° Vertical (upward): Within approx. 15° Vertical (downward): Within approx. 7.5° This range is available when Sensor sensitivity is set to High. ●...
Built-in Camera Using built-in Camera You can use the built-in Camera as a communication tool for specific applications such as face recognition, video message, etc. my Home Screen > my Home Screen > Settings = Note = Please note that under certain circumstances, audio / video recording ●...
Voice Control Preparations Voice Control function allows you to operate the TV (e.g. selecting a channel), search the content from various features, etc. with your speech. To use this function fully, you need a broadband network environment. ● Ensure the network connections and network settings are completed. Network >...
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How to use 1. Press of Touch Pad Controller. When the confirmation screen is displayed, read carefully and start ● Voice Control function. 2. The operation guide is displayed and follow the on-screen instructions. To display voice command list ● OPTION To exit Voice Control function ●...
Touch Pad Controller Information Touch Pad Controller is designed for the convenient operations, especially, on Home Screen or internet contents. You can operate the TV intuitively with this controller. Touch Pad Controller can be used by registering to this TV with Bluetooth ●...
Settings 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > VIERA Touch Pad Controller with and press access. 3. Select one of the following items with and press to access. Pairing Cursor Settings Operation Guide 4. Follow the on-screen instructions. Pairing Registers Touch Pad Controller (supplied) to this TV.
Multi Window Information Displays two windows at once for viewing the TV programmes or external input (AV / COMPONENT / HDMI) as shown below (example). (green) Pre-view Dual view Pre-view Pre-view To swap windows ● To exit multi window ● EXIT - 197 -...
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How to use You can select a channel while watching another programme or external input. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Picture > Screen Settings > Multi Window with and press to access. ■ Pre-view (Example) Main screen TV mode / Input mode / Channel position and name (for main screen) TV mode / Input mode (for sub screen) –...
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■ Dual view (Example) Main screen TV mode / Input mode / Channel position and name Sub screen Press to select the screen to operate. ● – displays on the screen. To select the sound ● 1) Display the option menu with OPTION. 2) Select Sound Output with...
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Note Ensure that Dual Tuner Mode is set to Auto Setup to display Freesat ● or Other Sat. / Satellite both in two windows. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Auto Setup Not valid in Analogue ● Data services are not available in multi window. ●...
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.
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● Connect the equipment supporting VIERA Link to the TV’s HDMI terminal ● via an HDMI cable. About HDMI cable for connecting Panasonic HD Video Camera or LUMIX Camera, read the manual of the equipment. HDMI terminal HDMI cable Equipment with VIERA Link function (DIGA Recorder / DVD Player / Blu- ray Disc Player / HD Video Camera / LUMIX Camera) ■...
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■ VIERA Link (HDMI and Audio out connections) Use a fully wired HDMI compliant cable. ● Connect the equipment supporting VIERA Link to the TV’s HDMI terminal ● via an HDMI cable. Use a fully wired SCART cable. ● Use the optical digital audio cable or SCART cable for audio output from ●...
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: If the connected equipment has “HDAVI Control 5” function, you do not have to use this audio cable (Optical digital audio cable / SCART cable). In this case, connect the equipment to the TV’s HDMI2 terminal via an HDMI cable.
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■ 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.
Preparations Connect the equipment supporting VIERA Link. ● For VIERA Link connections ● Functions > VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” > Summary of VIERA Link Use a fully wired HDMI compliant cable. ● Use a fully wired SCART cable. ● Set up the connected equipment. Read the manual of the equipment. ●...
Standby Power Save Standby Power Save VIERA Link Settings to use this function. The power consumption of the connected equipment in Standby mode is controlled higher or lower in synchronisation with the TV on / off state to reduce the consumption. When the TV is set to Standby mode, the connected equipment is automatically set to Standby and the power consumption of the connected equipment is automatically minimised.
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...
■ 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 ●...
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■ 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.
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.
= Note = For DVB (UK only) ● 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.
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 ●...
Using Common Interface The Common Interface Module menu provides access to software contained in Common Interface (CI) Modules. Video and audio signals may not be output depending on broadcasts or ● services. ■ Insert the CI module (optional) Follow the instructions that came with the viewing card to tune in the ●...
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 >...
Updating the TV Software Information A new version of software may be released for download to enhance the performance or operations of the TV. In DVB, a notification banner will appear when one of the BBC channels is turned to if a new available software is found. To install new software, select Standby with...
= Note = Download may take a few hours. ● During software download and update, DO NOT perform any operations ● on the TV or switch Off the TV. Manual update You can update new software manually. 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2.
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...
: A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) compliant audio devices can be used. Additional information for the devices may be found on the following ● website. http://panasonic.net/viera/support (English only) 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Setup > Bluetooth Setup...
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To adjust the volume of this audio device, set Headphone Volume. ● Watching > For best audio > Volume settings Settings in the Sound Menu may not be effective for the Bluetooth audio ● devices. This setup has not been designed for Touch Pad Controller supporting ●...
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Keyboard Keyboard Keyboards requiring the drivers are not supported. ● To change the language type, set Keyboard Layout. ● 1) Display the menu with MENU. 2) Select Setup > System Menu > Keyboard Layout with and press to access. 3) Select the language with and press to set.
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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.
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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 ●...
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Picture Viewing Mode Selects your favourite picture mode for each input. (Dynamic Normal Cinema THX Cinema THX Bright Room True Cinema Custom Professional1 / Professional2) 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.
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Resolution Remaster (Auto / Off) Enhances picture resolution to make the image sharper. Watching > For best picture > Basic settings Caption Smoother (Auto / Off) Makes caption contours smooth. Specially effective for low resolution contents. Watching > For best picture > Basic settings Not valid in 3D mode ●...
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Ambient Sensor Automatic Brightness Control function Adjusts picture settings automatically depending on ambient lighting conditions. / Off) Watching > For best picture > Ambient Sensor Noise reduction settings Noise Reduction (Auto / Off) Reduces unwanted picture noise. Watching > For best picture > Noise reduction settings MPEG Remaster (Auto / Off)
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Option Settings Game Mode / Off) Provides suitable images for fast response signals when playing games. Watching > For best picture > Option Settings Not valid in TV or multi window mode ● Film Cadence Mode / Off) Improves vertical resolution for movie images. Watching >...
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3D-COMB / Off) Makes still or slow moving pictures more vivid. Watching > For best picture > Option Settings For PAL / NTSC signal reception in TV mode or from composite ● connection Screen Settings 16:9 Overscan / Off) Selects the screen area displaying the image for 16:9 aspect. Watching >...
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3D Settings 3D Detection (On (Advance) / Off) Selects whether to switch to the 3D mode automatically or not. Watching > 3D > 3D Settings 3D Signal Message / Off) Selects whether to give a notification message when a signal of 3D format is found or not.
Safety Precautions Displays the precautions for viewing 3D images. Watching > 3D > 3D Settings Lock Settings Locks the settings of Professional1 / 2 for each input. Watching > For best picture > Lock Settings Copy Adjustment Copies the selected True Cinema, Custom, Professional1...
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Sound Mode Selects your favourite sound mode for each input. (Standard Music Ambience / User) Watching > For best audio > Sound mode Basic settings Bass Adjusts level to enhance or minimise lower, deeper sound output. Watching > For best audio > Basic settings Treble Adjusts level to enhance or minimise sharper, higher sound output.
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Digital Remaster / Off) Compensates a compressed audio signal to reproduce the original sound quality. Watching > For best audio > Basic settings Volume settings Speaker Setting (TV Speaker Headphones / Off) Selects the sound output to adjust volume. Set to when using the external speakers.
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Voice Guidance Settings Voice Guidance / Off) Set to to enable voice guidance of the basic features (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. Watching >...
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Audio Description Preferred Audio Type (Standard Audio Description) Narration settings for visually impaired users Watching > For best audio > Audio Description For DVB ● Not valid on the sub screen in multi window mode ● Volume Adjusts the volume for Audio Description. Watching >...
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Audio Preference (Multichannel Stereo / MPEG) Selects the initial setting for audio tracks. Watching > For best audio > Advanced settings For digital ● Ireland only ● SPDIF Selection (Auto / PCM) Selects the initial setting for digital audio output signal from DIGITAL AUDIO and HDMI2 (ARC function) terminals.
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.). Network > Network settings > Network Status my Home Cloud Settings Notices Displays the terms of service.
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.
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 digital ●...
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 > Preparations User Settings Settings for user profile. Functions >...
VIERA Touch Pad Controller Pairing Registers Touch Pad Controller (supplied) to this TV. Functions > Touch Pad Controller > Settings Cursor Settings Sets for the cursor of Touch Pad Controller. Functions > Touch Pad Controller > Settings Operation Guide Displays the operation guide of Touch Pad Controller. Functions >...
Tuning Menu Favourites Edit Creates a list of favourite channels. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Favourites Edit Not valid in Analogue ● Channel List Skips unwanted channels or edits channels. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Channel List Regional Channel Edit Replaces your regional channels with available channels from another region.
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New Channel Message / Off) Selects whether to give a notification message when a new channel is found or not. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > New Channel Message For DVB ● Signal Condition Checks the signal condition. Watching > Tuning and editing channels > Signal Condition Not valid in Analogue ●...
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Language Preferred Multi Audio (English Welsh Gaelic / Irish) Selects the preferred language for digital channel multi audio (depending on the broadcaster). Watching > Basic > Language UK only ● Preferred Audio 1 / 2 Selects the first and second preferred language for digital channel multi audio (depending on the broadcaster).
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 >...
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Watching > External equipment > Energy saving functions Banner & TV Guide Selection (Freetime / Panasonic) Selects the type of the information banner and TV Guide. Watching > TV Guide > Using TV Guide For DVB / Freesat (UK only) ●...
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.
System Menu Keyboard Layout Selects the language that your USB or Bluetooth Keyboard supports. Functions > Keyboard > Keyboard Shipping Condition Resets all settings to the original condition. Functions > Shipping Condition > Shipping Condition Common Interface Sets to watch encrypted channels, etc. Functions >...
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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.
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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? ●...
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.
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No programmes shown on TV Guide Check the digital transmitter. ● Check the digital transmission by contacting Digital UK on 08456 50 50 50 ● or at the following website. www.digitaluk.co.uk Consult an aerial or dish engineer to check the alignment of your aerial or ●...
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.
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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.
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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 view 3D images Ensure that 3D Mode Selection is set to 3D.
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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”.
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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.
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● 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.
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Built-in Camera does not work Ensure the built-in Camera is held up. When the application for camera ● operation is activated, the built-in Camera automatically pops up. Face recognition may not work properly depending on surrounding ● environment or condition (for example, darkened room, etc.). Touch Pad Controller does not work or cannot be registered Are the batteries installed correctly? ●...
Maintenance Care and Cleaning First, remove the mains plug from the socket outlet. ■ Display panel, Cabinet, Pedestal Regular care: Gently wipe the surfaces of the display panel, cabinet, or pedestal using a soft cloth to clean the dirt or fingerprints. For stubborn dirt: (1) First clean the dust on the surface.
Information Using Help menu 1. Display the menu with MENU. 2. Select Help with and press to access. 3. Select TV Self Test System Information Device Information with and press to access. TV Self Test Makes a diagnosis of picture or sound problems. Follow the on-screen instructions.
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For more information: ● http://panasonic.net/viera/support (English only) 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 ● by yourself have the risk of personal injury and product damage. In order to maintain the unit’s performance and safety, be absolutely sure to ask...
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The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by ® Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Panasonic Corporation is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.
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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. For DTS patents, see http://patents.dts.com. Manufactured under license from DTS Licensing Limited. DTS, the Symbol, & DTS and the Symbol together are registered trademarks, and DTS 2.0+Digital Out is a trademark of DTS,...
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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,...