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Model No.
Número de modelo
TC-32LX34
Owner’s Manual
32” Class 720p LCD HDTV
(31.5 inches measured diagonally)
Manual de usuario
Televisión de alta definición de 720p y
clase 32” de LCD
(31,5 pulgadas medidas diagonalmente)
For more detailed instructions, refer to the Operating Instructions
on the CD-ROM. Contents
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computer equipped with a CD-ROM drive, and Adobe® Reader®
Please read before using the unit
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Safety Precautions The lightning flash with arrowhead within a triangle is intended to tell the CAUTION user that parts inside the product are a risk of electric shock to persons. RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK The exclamation point within a DO NOT OPEN triangle is intended to tell the user that important operating and WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover or back. servicing instructions are in the No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified se
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19) An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines, other electric light, power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal. 20) Unplug this LCD TV from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a. When the power cord
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FCC STATEMENT This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
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Accessories/Optional Accessory Accessories Check you have all the items shown. Accessories Remote Control Batteries for the Pedestal Transmitter Remote Control TBL5ZX0084 N2QAYB000570 Transmitter (2) AA Battery How to assemble (p. 6) Owner’s Manual (Book) Child safety Owner’s Manual (CD-ROM) Product Registration Card (U.S.A.) Quick Start Guide Please contact your nearest Panasonic dealer to purchase the recommended Optional Accessory wall-hanging bracket. For additional details, please refe
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Attaching the pedestal to TV ■ Assembling the pedestal Accessories A Fix securely with assembly screws . (Total 4 screws) Assembly screws (4 of each) Tighten screws firmly. A A B Bracket XSS4+16FJK XYN4+F12FJK size (M4 × 16) size (M4 × 12) Front Bracket (1) Base (1) Base ■ Set-up Fix securely with assembly screws . (Total 4 screws) Tighten screws firmly. B B Foam mat or thick soft cloth WARNING Do not disassemble or modify the pedestal. Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damage
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Connections Connection Panels Front of the TV A SD card slot PC terminal DIGITAL AUDIO OUT B Back of the TV Antenna or Cable connection Back of the TV VHF/UHF Antenna Power Cord (Connect after all the other or Cable TV connections have been made.) VHF/UHF Antenna • NTSC (National Television System Committee): • ATSC (Advanced Television Systems Committee): Digital TV Standards include digital high-definition television (HDTV), standard-definition television (SDTV), data broadcasting, mu
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AV cable connection To use HDMI terminals Best AV Equipment HDMI AV OUT e.g. Blu-ray Disc player DVI OUT AV Equipment HDMI-DVI Conversion cable L AUDIO OUT e.g. Blu-ray Disc R player ● The HDMI connection is required for a 1080p signal. To use COMPONENT terminals Y green green green PB COMPONENT blue VIDEO OUT blue blue AV Equipment Good red PR red red e.g. Blu-ray Disc white L player AUDIO white white red OUT R red red To use COMPOSITE terminals AV Equipment yellow yellow yellow L B
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Identifying Controls TV controls/indicators Front of the TV Selects channels in sequence Volume up/down Menu navigations Changes the input mode Remote control sensor Chooses menu and submenu entries within about 23 feet (7 meters) in front of the TV set POWER button Power indicator ( on: red, off: no light) C.A.T.S (Contrast Automatic Tracking System) Note The TV consumes a small amount of electric energy even when turned off. Do not place any objects between the TV remote control sens
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First Time Setup First time setup screen is displayed only when the TV is turned on for the first time after the power cord is inserted into a wall outlet and when “Auto power on” (p. 17) is set to “No”. Turn the TV On with the POWER button (TV) (Remote) or or Configure your viewing mode Select your language Language / Idioma / Langue English Español Français select OK Select your viewing mode (Be sure to select “Home use”) Set viewing mode Step 2 of 6 Home Use Store Demonstration sele
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Auto channel setup ( ANT/Cable setup) Select the connected Antenna in terminal ANT/Cable setup Step 3 of 6 Not used: Go to Cable Antenna Not used (Label inputs) ANTENNA Cable In select ANTENNA OK Cable In OK Select RETURN Select “Not used” when no wire is connected to the “Antenna/Cable” terminal. Typical when a Cable/Satellite box is connected to a TV AV input. Prevents accidental tuning to an unavailable signal, when Cable or Satellite box is used. Select “Start” Auto program Step 4
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Give names to the TV’s inputs (Label inputs) When done, select NEXT and press OK to go to the next step. Label inputs Step 5 of 6 select HDMI 2 GA GA HDMI 1 or NEXT HDMI 2 Comp./Video 1 change 1 @. 2 3 ABC DEF Video 2 OK 4 5 6 GHI JKL MNO PC 7 8 9 PQRS TUV WXYZ Next Select Blu-ray, DVD ... RETURN LAST 0 - , HDMI HDMI R GABC Delete abc B Y 1 @. 2 ABC 3 DEF Select Edit Follow the instructions on 4 GHI 5 JKL 6MNO 7 PQRS 8 TUV 9WXYZ Change RETURN LAST 0 - , screen to complete the
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How to Use Menu Functions Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions so that you can enjoy watching TV best suited for you. Display the menu Shows the functions that can be adjusted. Some functions will be disabled depending on the type of input signal. Menu structure Menu bar Menu Input labels Press OK to move to the Menu items. HDMI 1 Menu items HDMI 2 Comp./Video 1 Press OK to proceed to next screen if Video 2 available. PC Select or enter the n
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● “Reset to default” will be grayed out if no changes are made in the following menus: “Picture”, “PC adjustments”, “Audio” and “Closed caption”. Picture settings Adjust the image or picture quality Settings Items Item Description Reset to defaults Resets all picture adjustments to factory default settings except for “Advanced picture”. Provides enhanced picture contrast and sharpness for viewing in a well-lit room. Picture mode Vivid Standard Recommended for normal viewing conditions with s
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Settings Items Item Description • Some menus are grayed out depending on the input signal or condition. (e.g. “3:2 pulldown” will be grayed out if the input signal is high definition or you are viewing photos, etc.) Advanced 3D Y/C filter Off/On Minimizes noise and cross-color in the picture. picture Selects image resolution of component-connected devices. Color matrix SD/HD SD: Standard Definition HD: High Definition Only used with 480p video signal. MPEG NR Off/On Reduces n
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Lock Locks specified channels or shows to prevent children from watching objectionable content. You will be asked to enter your password each time you display the Lock menu. Set “Custom” in “Mode” to specify “Channel”, “Game” and “Program” settings. Settings Items Item Description Unlocks all the Lock settings of “Channel”, “Game” and “Program”. Mode Off All Locks all the inputs regardless of the Lock settings of “Channel”, “Game” and “Program”. Custom Locks specified inputs of “Channel”, ”
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Other function settings Setup Settings Items Item Description Sets the mode to select the channel with the Channel up/down button. Channel surf All/Favorite/ Favorite: Only channels registered as FAVORITE. mode Digital only/ Analog only Language English/ Selects the screen menu language. Español/ Français Adjusts the clock. (p. 12) Clock ANT/Cable setup For more detail on this menu, refer to the Owner’s Manual on the CD-ROM Input labels Selects the terminal and label of the external equipmen
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Picture Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) If there is a problem with your TV, please refer to the table below to determine the symptoms, then carry out the suggested check. If this does not solve the problem, visit the Panasonic web site for further assistance. (see cover) Questions Answers How do I view the picture from Press the INPUT button on the remote to select the correct devices such as a: Cable/ input source. Check that the device is turned on and functioning Satellite box, game
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Sound Other Questions Answers Make sure the volume is up and MUTE is off. Confirm the TV speakers are set to ON by pressing MENU and selecting “Audio” --> “Advanced audio”. Check that the correct SAP (Secondary Audio Program) is selected by pressing the SAP button on the remote control. Why is there no sound coming If the TV is connected to a Panasonic Home Theater via HDMI cable, then check VIERA Link controls. from the TV? If the TV is connected to a Home Theater via optical cable, t
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Limited Warranty (for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico only) PANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY, DIVISION OF: PANASONIC CORPORATION OF NORTH AMERICA One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 Panasonic LCD Televisions Limited Warranty Limited Warranty Coverage If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company (referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts wit
