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FAQs, etc.

Technical Information

Do not display a picture in 4:3 mode for an extended period, as this can cause an after-image to remain on either or

both sides of the display field.

To reduce the risk of such an after-image, change the brightness of the side bars.

• The side bar may flash (alternate black/white) depending on the picture. Using Cinema mode will reduce such

flashing (see below).

Side Bar

Side Bar

4:3

Screen

Display

after-images

Pic. mode

•Vivid (default) : Provides enhanced picture contrast and sharpness for viewing in a well-lit room.

•Standard : Recommended for normal viewing conditions with subdued room lighting.

•Cinema : For watching movies in a darkened room. It provides a soft, film-like picture.

TV Guide (Reminder Screen)

If you skip TV Guide On Screen Setup you see the TV Guide On Screen Reminder screen the next time you power

On your TV.

Press Ÿ/ź to highlight an option, and press OK.

•Start setup : Begins setup process

•Remind me to set up later : Closes screen and displays reminder next time you power

On the TV

•Don’t remind me again : Closes screen and does not display reminder next time you

power On the TV

Press to close the screen.

Split - Screen

•TV screen (RF input) cannot be displayed in both main and split frame simultaneously.

•Split function is not available when HDMI input and PC input is displayed. HDMI signal and PC input cannot be

displayed in Split frame.

CableCARDTM

•This menu is used to provide information when a CableCARDTM is inserted

into the CableCARDTM slot on the back of the television. “CableCARD” is not

accessible without inserting a CableCARDTM into the CableCARDTM slot. To

receive the features offered by your cable company, you may have to subscribe

to those services.

Note

Please contact your cable company regarding availability of the CableCARDTM.

The CableCARDTM is needed to receive premium digital services (where available) through the Cable input. You may

also be able to order call-ahead pay per view events.

CableCARD

Contents

Main Experience an amazing level of multimedia excitement Turn your own living room into a movie theater! Safety Precautions CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN Important Safety Instructions FCC STATEMENT Notes Typical still images CAUTION WARNING Accessories/Options Installing remotes batteries Optional accessories 1 2 Accessories/Options For 50'' Plasma television For 42'' Plasma television Nominal diameter 4 mm x 10 * The plasma TV must be fastened to both the base and the wall. Quick Start Guide For 58'' Plasma television Connection Fastener Quick Start Guide Identifying Controls Quick Start Guide Identifying Controls First Time Setup Turn the TV On with the POWER button Select your language Adjust the clock previous screen First Time Setup Auto channel setup Confirm registered channels Start scanning the channels Select Auto program INITIAL GUIDE SETUP for TV Guide Identify Your Location Select Your Service(s) Configure Your Service(s) Check Your Settings INITIAL GUIDE SETUP for TV Guide Configure Your VCR Complete Setup View Setup Progress Screen Quick Start Guide Viewing Watching TV Switch to TV mode Insert the CableCARD when watching cable TV. (p. 11) Select a channel number - Watching TV Change the aspect Sleep Timer Information Recall Change aspect ratio Watch in multi window Using TV Guide or (SCHEDULE / LISTINGS / SEARCH / SETUP) To exit TV Guide View TV Guide Using TV Guide Reserve a show Recording Reminder Search for shows SEARCH Using TV Guide Select "TO DO" SCHEDULE Check reservation Select "SCHEDULE" in Viewing from SD Card View Select the data to be viewed 3 2 SD Card: Notes and Cautions Viewing Cards: Notes and Cautions Watching Videos and DVDs Switch to external input 2 Operate Displaying PC Screen on TV Select the external input 2 Viewing Menu Item Adjustments/Configurations(options) How to Use Menu Functions Select the menu Select the item Adjust or select How to Use Menu Functions (picture, sound quality, etc.) Control with HDMI HDAVI Control TM 4 Control with HDMI HDAVI ControlTM Control with HDMI HDAVI ControlTM Recommended HDMI Connections Control with HDMI HDAVI ControlTM Lock Mode Channel Program Change password Off Channel Lock Select Lock Input your 4-digit password Select the Lock mode In , select Change password and press OK button Input the new 4-digit password twice Editing and Setting Channels Editing and Setting Channels Settings are made automatically Select ANT In Select Mode Select Start scan Input Labels/Closed Caption 2 Input Labels/Closed Caption Select Digital setting and press OK button Select the item and set Select the terminal and the label of the external equipment Using Timer Select Timer Select the timer to set Set the timer ~ Operating Peripheral Equipment 2 for more than 3 seconds. Select the equipment turn Off the external equipment Recommended AV Connections images cable TV Recommended AV Connections speakers Remote Control Operation/Code List This remote control is not designed to cover operation of all functions of all models. The following explains how to operate external devices with the remote control. (p. 49-50) Remote Control Operation/Code List Remote Control Operation/Code List Ratings List Remote Control Operation/Code List Ratings List CANADIAN ENGLISH RATINGS (C. E. L. R) Page Page HDMI connection Input signal that can be displayed Technical Information IR Blaster connection The TV acts as a proxy for some remote control operations of the VCR. Maintenance Page Page FAQ Specifications Frequently Asked Questions Specifications Limited Warranty Panasonic Color Television Limited Warranty Customer Services Directory Customer Services Directory (for U.S.A.) Limited Warranty (for U.S.A.) Service in Puerto Rico (for U.S.A.) Customer Services Directory Limited Warranty Panasonic Canada Inc. PANASONIC PRODUCT - LIMITED WARRANTY WARRANTY SERVICE