Panasonic Complete Guide to TV Software Update

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Updating the TV Software

From time to time, a new version of software may become available for download to enhance the performance or operations of the TV.

If there is an update available, a notification banner is displayed when the channel has the update information.

To download

 

 

 

EXIT

 

 

If you choose not to download

You can update any new software automatically or update manually.

 

 

Preparations:

 

 

INPUT

1 Select Digital TV mode 2 Display the menu 3 Select [Setup]

TV

 

TV

MENU

 

MENU

 

 

EXIT

 

 

 

 

 

1

Select [System Menu]

select

 

Setup Menu

2/2

 

 

System Menu

Access

 

 

 

Other Settings

 

access

 

 

 

 

 

2

Select [System Update]

select

To return to TV

System Menu

 

 

Shipping Condition

 

 

 

System Update

Access

access

EXIT

 

Software Licence

 

System Information

[System Update] - Update TV’s software system

To update automatically

Select [Auto Update Search in Standby] and set the timing

System Update

 

select

Auto Update Search in Standby

1 hour after

set

System Update Search Now

 

 

 

Every time you set, the TV automatically performs a search in standby and downloads an update, if any software updates are available.

The automatic updating is performed under the following conditions:

Standby (TV turned Off with the remote control)

Direct TV Recording is not in progress.

If System Update is performed, the software will be updated (it may change TV functions). If you do not wish to do so, set [Auto Update Search in Standby] to [Off].

To search for new software version

1 Select [System Update Search Now]

 

2 Searches for an update (for several minutes)

System Update

 

select

and displays a corresponding message if any

Auto Update Search in Standby

1 hour after

 

 

System Update Search Now

Access

start

 

 

 

 

Note

Download may take about 60 minutes.

During software download and update, DO NOT switch Off the TV or press any buttons. The TV will automatically be activated after downloading is completed.

During downloading, the TV will display a blank screen for 40 to 50 seconds. Do not interrupt the TV during this procedure.

The message might be the notification beforehand. In this case, the schedule information (the date that the new version can be used) will appear. You can set the reservation for update. The update will not start when the TV is set to Off.

Software updates may be distributed in several ways; Automatic Update via the TV antenna, the Internet via the TV's LAN port or downloaded by you from the Internet using your PC, copying the software image to your SD card or USB stick then updating TV software using the TVs USB port or TV SD card slot. No other distribution method is available.

Updating the TV Software

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Contents TQB4GC0598-2 Operating InstructionsExperience an amazing level of multimedia excitement Contents Safety Precautions Handling the mains plug and leadAC 110 240 V, 50 / 60 Hz Do not apply strong force or impact to the display panel Auto power standby functionAllow sufficient space around the TV for radiated heat Do not block the rear air ventsAccessories / Options Standard accessoriesOptional accessories Securing the TV Attaching the pedestalDo not disassemble or modify the pedestal Ensure that the TV does not fall overInserting and removing remote’s batteries Connecting aerialSpecial notices for receiving digital terrestrial services Basic ConnectionRear of the TV About the Operation Guide On Screen Displays Identifying ControlsRemote Control Auto Tuning Set up the wireless LAN connection Auto Tuning is completedSelect Home Wireless LAN connection setup is completed Setup the wireless LAN connectionSelect Digital TV or Analogue TV mode Watching TVSelect a channel Display Information banner Last view Display the selectable settings for the current programmeIf Aspect Selection list is displayed Press repeatedly until you reach the desired modeChange aspect ratio Change OSD languageView TV Guide Using TV Guide Digital TV modeReveal hidden data Viewing Teletext Analogue TV modeSwitch to Teletext SelectView sub Watch TV while waiting for updateView in multi window Store frequently viewed pages640X480 / 60Hz Watching External InputsFollow the operations of each feature How to Use Viera ToolsDisplay icons of the feature Select a featureSelect the item How to Use the Menu FunctionsAdjust or select Display the menuBacklight Contrast Adjustments / Configurations alternativesViewing Mode Eco ModeScreen Display Reset toDefaults Colour Matrix DVI Input SettingBass Headphone VolumeVolume Control VAO ModeHDMI1 / 2 / 3 Input Audio PreferenceSpdif Selection PCM Optical LevelAdd TV Signal Setup Pos Clock Phase Sync On GreenOff Timer Signal ConditionStandby Power TimeoutPower on Link Power off LinkOperation is performed for the selected times Other SettingsPower Save Auto StandbySelect a function Tuning and Editing ChannelsSelect Digital TV Tuning Menu When you select Analogue TV To return to TVSelect a channel and reveal / hide Digital TV Tuning MenuStart Auto Tuning Settings are made automaticallySignal Quality Analogue TV Tuning Menu Preparations Child LockInput Labels User inputSelect User input Set characters one by one Start Shipping Condition Shipping Condition Reset settingsShipping Condition Restore Settings Check the message and resetTo download Select Digital TV mode 2 Display the menu 3 Select SetupTo update automatically Updating the TV SoftwareTo remove Using Media PlayerTo insert or remove the SD Card / USB Flash Memory SD Card To insertStarting Media Player Switch to Media Player Select the icon you want to accessSelect the content Insert the SD Card or USB Flash MemorySort by Month Photo modeFolder view Sort by DatePhoto Setup Display the option menu 2 Select Slideshow SettingsSelect the items and set Music Adjustments / Configurations alternativesBack GroundVideo mode Change the contentsConfirm or change the current status Video SetupTo change the content Change the contents p Display the option menu Select Video Setup Thumbnail viewDisplay the menu Select Sound Audio output SettingsMusic Setup Music modeInternet contents Using Network ServicesInternet Wireless LAN connectionNetwork connections ExampleNetwork settings for the LAN Cable connection Network SetupFailed SucceededMAC Address Network settings for the Wireless LAN connectionUpdate TV’s software Select Access Point SettingsMedia server p , Network connections p , Network Setup p Display icons of the feature Select Media ServerSelect one of the media servers you want to access Using Dlna featuresFor photo file For video fileFor music file Photo Setup for photo contents Audio output settings for video contentsVideo Setup for video contents Accessing the Internet contents Display icons of the feature Select the iconConnection Summary of featuresViera Link Functions Viera Link Hdavi ControlPreparations Features available Channel downloadPower on link Power off linkPause Live TV Access and pause the live TV programmeOperate the connected equipment Access and operate the menu of the equipmentSelect the equipment you want to access Display Viera Link Menu Select Viera Link ControlMulti-channel sound Access and control the speaker volumeSpeaker Selection Speaker control Home CinemaEquipment External EquipmentTypes of connectable equipment to each terminal TerminalTo listen with Home Theatre To play backHdmi equipment To watch DVDsCamcorder / Game equipment HeadphonesUSB devices Camcorder / Hdmi equipmentTechnical Information Channel Allocation Analogue TV modePC connection Applicable Hdmi featuresHdmi connection DVI connectionPC from D-sub 15P Input signal that can be displayedSignal name Signal name Horizontal frequency kHz Vertical frequency HzStereo / Bilingual Sound Selection Analogue TV mode Media PlayerMessage Meaning / Action Video Supported file format in Media Player / Dlna Photo FormatDetails / Restrictions PixelMusic Codec DivXSubtitle text file of DivX To show DivX VOD registration codeUSB connection Sound FAQsProblem Actions ScreenNetwork Digital TV Other PC signals SpecificationsMains plug MaintenanceFirst, remove the mains plug from the socket outlet Display panel, Cabinet, Pedestal