Panasonic TC-L37DT30 manual

Owner ’s Manual 32”/37” Class 1080p LCD HDTV (31.5/37.0 inches measured diagonally) Manual de usuario T elevisión de alta definición de 1080p y clase 32”/37” de LCD (31,5/37,0 pulgadas medidas diagonalmente) For assistance (U.S.A./Puerto Rico), please call: 1-877-95-VIERA (958-4372) www .panasonic.com/help For assistance (Canada), pleas[...]

2 Experience an amazing level of multimedia excitement SD memory card Camcorder Personal computer Amplifier with Speaker system Cable box DVD player/ Blu-ray Disc player DVD recorder/ Blu-ray Disc recorder VCR Enjoy rich multimedia USB device[...]

3 Basic Advanced Support Information Getting started VIERA Link™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High- Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries. SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD- 3C, LLC. “A VCHD” and the “A VCHD” l[...]

4 ANTENNA LEAD-IN WIRE ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20) GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21) GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC AR T 250, P ART H) ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT GROUND CLAMP EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER (NEC) NA TIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE Safety Precautions Note to CA TV System Installer This[...]

5 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. 2[...]

6 FCC ST A TEMENT 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 [...]

7 Getting started Accessories/Optional Accessories Accessories/Optional Accessories Accessories Check you have all the items shown. Accessories Remote Control T ransmitter N2QA YB000571 Batteries for the Remote Control T ransmitter (2) AA Battery Owner ’s Manual 3D Eyewear (p. 22) N5ZZ00000223 Quick Start Guide Child safety Product Registration C[...]

8 Optional Accessories Please contact your nearest Panasonic dealer to purchase the recommended wall-hanging bracket. For additional details, please refer to the wall-hanging bracket installation manual. 3D Eyewear (Rechargeable type) ● TY -EW3D2S ● TY -EW3D2M ● TY -EW3D2L • Product information (Model No. and release date etc.) is subject t[...]

9 Getting started Accessories/Optional Accessories Accessories Assembly screws (4 of each) A XSS5+15FNK size(M5 x 15) B XYN4+F30FJK size (M4 × 30) Bracket (1) ● TBL5ZA31 19 Cover (1) ● TBL5ZB3087 Base (1) ● TBL5ZX0104 (TC-L32DT30) ● TBL5ZX0106 (TC-L37DT30) ■ Assembling the pedestal Fix securely with assembly screws A (T otal 4 screws). T[...]

10 Connections Power Cord (Connect after all the other connections have been made.) VHF/UHF Antenna • NTSC (National T elevision System Committee): • A TSC (Advanced T elevision Systems Committee): Digital TV Standards include digital high-definition television (HDTV), standard-definition television (SDTV), data broadcasting, multichannel surro[...]

11 Getting started Connections A V cable connection Best Good Basic (Not HD) T o use HDMI terminals L R HDMI A V OUT HDMI-DVI Conversion cable DVI OUT AUDIO OUT e.g. Blu-ray Disc player e.g. Blu-ray Disc player A V Equipment A V Equipment ● VIERA Link connection, please refer to p. 33 ● The HDMI connection is required for a 1080p signal. T o us[...]

12 Identifying Controls Note The TV consumes a small amount of electric energy even when turned off. Do not place any objects between the TV remote control sensor and remote control. TV controls/indicators C.A.T .S (Contrast Automatic T racking System) Power indicator ( on: red, off: no light) Changes the input mode Chooses menu and submenu entries[...]

13 Getting started First T ime Setup Identifying Controls First T ime Setup or T urn the TV On with the POWER button or (Remote) (TV) Configure your viewing mode Select your language Language / Idioma / Langue English Español Français Step 1 of 7 / Paso 1 de 7 / Étape 1 de 7 OK Select Selección Sélection Select your language Seleccione su idio[...]

14 Press to exit from a menu screen Press to go back to the previous screen Note About broadcasting systems Analog (NTSC): Conventional broadcasting Digital (A TSC): New programming that allows you to view more channels featuring high-quality video and sound ANT/Cable setup Do you use a Cable, Satellite or Fiber Optic box with this TV? ANT/Cable se[...]

15 Getting started First T ime Setup Press to exit from a menu screen ■ Press to go back to the previous screen Configure Network settings Select the Network type Network settings Step 6 of 7 RETURN OK Select Automatic Manual Checks for proper network connection, settings and communication to the Internet and server automatically. Select the sett[...]

16 Press to exit from a menu screen ■ Press to go back to the previous screen Complete First time setup Congratulations! Y ou are done. The First time setup can be repeated at any time. Press MENU and select SETUP; then “First time setup”. OK RETURN Congratulations! Setup is complete. Enjoy your Panasonic VIERA TV . T o watch TV via a Cable b[...]

17 Getting started Basic W atching TV First T ime Setup W atching TV T urn power on (TV) or (Remote) Note Please select correct input --> (p. 21) ■ VIERA Connect Banner appears Press OK/INTERNET (or VIERA CAST) button to enter VIERA Connect. (p. 43) ● T o hide the banner Press any button except OK/INTERNET (or VIERA CAST) button (T ime-out p[...]

18 Change aspect ratio and Zoom the picture ■ Press FORMA T to cycle through the aspect modes (p. 55) • 480i, 480p: FULL/JUST/4:3/ ZOOM • 1080p, 1080i, 720p: FULL/H-FILL/JUST/4:3/ZOOM Use when the picture does not fill the whole screen (bars appears on either side of the image) or portions of the picture is trimmed. Note 1. Some content, such[...]

19 Basic W atching TV ■ Other Useful operations Entering characters Y ou can use the remote control keys to enter the alphanumeric characters. ■ Switches input mode ABC → abc → 123 ↑ _ ____________ | ■ Press each number key to cycle through the alphanumeric character RETURN 1 @. 4 GHI 7 PQRS 2 ABC 5 JKL 8 TUV 3 DEF 6 MNO 9 WXYZ 0 - , LA[...]

20 Using VIERA T OOLS Press to exit from a menu screen Press to go back to the previous screen Display VIERA T OOLS Select the item select next Set each item 3D Change the view 3D ⇔ 2D (p. 25) VIERA Connect Displays VIERA Connect Home Screen for Enjoying Internet Services (p. 43) Media player Media player (p. 26-31) DLNA Using DLNA feature (p. 44[...]

21 Basic Watching content from external devices Using VIERA TOOLS With the connected equipment turned On Display the Input select menu Select the input mode Input select ANT/Cable In 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 Vide o PC GAME HDMI 4 Component AUX GAME Not used (example) Input label select enter or Setup ANT/Cable (p. 46) Edit Device labels[...]

22 Basic features of 3D Eyewear This product cannot be used as sunglasses. This product can be worn over vision correction glasses. Part names and functions Y ou can enjoy 3D images by wearing the 3D Eyewear supplied with this TV and to view 3D broadcasts and 3D image software. Optional Accessories (p.8) Battery status shown by indicator lamp Power[...]

23 Basic Viewing 3D images on TV Accessories 3D Eyewear (1) 3D Eyewear case (1) Charging cable (1) Ferrite core (1) Attaching Ferrite Core Be sure to attach the provided ferrite core to the charging cable to reduce interference or electrical noise. 1. Attach the ferrite core as close to USB connector of the charging cable as shown. 2. Close the fer[...]

24 Using Precautions Liquid Crystal Shutter Do not apply pressure to the liquid crystal shutter . Also, do not drop or bend the 3D Eyewear . Do not scratch the surface of the liquid crystal shutter with a pointed instrument etc. Doing so may cause damage to the 3D Eyewear , and reduce the quality of the 3D image. Infra-red receiver section Do not s[...]

25 Basic Viewing 3D images on TV Change the view 3D ⇔ 2D ■ Simply switches 3D ⇔ 2D images (Auto mode) (example) ● Switches to Manual mode (see below) 3D format select 3D 2D select OK ● VIERA TOOLS -->p. 20 ”3D” icon also available. ■ Change 3D format (Manual mode) During above operation press red button and switch to manual mode.[...]

26 Using Media player Y ou can view still and motion images and play music saved on a USB flash memory and an SD card. Basic features for Media player ■ A vailable contents and features Option menu Photos --> p. 28-29 Videos --> p. 30 Music --> p. 31 Displays data information. (File name, Date, and Size etc.) * Information differs depend[...]

27 Basic Using Media player Viewing Contents ■ Press to exit from a menu screen ■ Press to go back to the previous screen Insert Media (SD card or USB flash memory) • Auto play setting Image viewer auto play (p. 53) Display Media player Select Drive (Display connected drive) Media player SD memory card Drive select OK RETURN Select select OK [...]

28 Photos view [Photos thumbnail] s o t o h p l l A Photos r e y a l p a i d e M Media select Slideshow Drive select Info SD memory card OK Select RETURN Sort SUB MENU [Features] ● Slideshow setting ● Sort ● Drive select ● Media select * In DMR mode, Slideshow is not available DMR: Digital Media Renderer p. 38 [Photos playback screen] Next [...]

29 Basic Using Media player Sort Display “Sort select” menu and select item select OK Folders Sort by date Sort by month Displayed each view Sort by Date 24/11/2009 01/12/2009 03/12/2009 20/12/2009 22/12/2009 23/10/2009 25/10/2009 01/11/2009 05/11/2009 10/11/2009 22/11/2009 23/11/2009 Media player Photos Media select Slideshow Drive select Info[...]

30 Videos view [Videos thumbnail] Titles/Folders view Videos r e y a l p a i d e M 2009_9 Nature2 Nature3 Nature4 Nature5 Nature6 2009_4 2009_7 Trip1 Trip2 Trip3 Trip4 Trip5 Room Nature1 Media select Play Drive select Info SD memory card OK Select RETURN SUB MENU [Features] ● Play ● Drive select ● Media select ● Aspect change * In DMR mode,[...]

31 Basic Using Media player Music view [Music thumbnail] Folders My Music_1 My Music_2 My Music_3 Media player Music Media select Play Folder Drive select Info SD memory card OK Select RETURN SUB MENU [Features] ● Play folder ● Drive select ● Media select [Music playback screen] AAAAAA BBBBBBB XXXXXXX 00:00.05 / 00:00.49 RETURN Artist name Al[...]

32 VIERA Link TM “HDA VI Control TM ” Simultaneously control all Panasonic “HDA VI Control” equipped components using one button on the TV remote. Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with compatible Panasonic products. This TV supports “HDA VI Control 5” function. Connections to equipment (DVD recorder DIGA, HD Camcorder , Home thea[...]

33 Advanced VIERA Link TM “HDA VI Control TM ” VIERA Link™ Connections (with VIERA Link function) ■ T erminal overview A V IN HDMI 4 Back of the TV ■ Connecting DVD Recorder (DIGA) DVD recorder (DIGA) with VIERA Link function HDMI cable ■ Connecting Home theater system/A V amp HDMI 1 is recommended. Home theater systems with VIERA Link [...]

34 VIERA Link settings and Available features T o use all VIERA Link functions: After everything is connected, in VIERA Link settings menu, set “VIERA Link” to “On”. Some features are disabled depending on the “HDA VI Control” version of the equipment. Please check the list (p. 32) Press to exit from a menu screen Press to go back to th[...]

35 Advanced VIERA Link TM “HDA VI Control TM ” Automatic Input Switching When using a Blu-ray Disc player , DVD player/recorder or Home theater system, the TV will automatically change to the appropriate input, when playback begins on one of those devices. • For a Home theater system the speakers automatically switch to the theater system. Po[...]

36 VIERA Link menu and Available features Some features are disabled depending on the “HDA VI Control” version of the equipment. Please check the list (p. 32) Press to exit from a menu screen Press to go back to the previous screen Display the VIERA Link menu or select next Select the item Recorder TV VIERA Link control Speaker output Back to T[...]

37 Advanced VIERA Link TM “HDA VI Control TM ” Speaker control Y ou can select the Home theater or TV speakers for audio output. Control the theater speakers with the TV remote control. This function is available only when a Panasonic Amplifier or Player theater is connected. Select “Speaker output” Select “Home theater” or “TV” sel[...]

38 Using Network services A vailable Network service and features ■ VIERA Connect p. 43 Easily expandable cloud-based services and carefully selected apps. ■ Using DLNA feature (Home network) p. 44 This TV is a DLNA Certified™ product. DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) is a standard that makes DLNA Certified digital electronics easier an[...]

39 Advanced Using Network services Network Connections Contact your Broadband service provider NOTICE: If you don’t have Internet service by your local provider , please order a high-speed Internet service at no less than the following connection speed. If you already have such service, make sure that the connection speed exceeds the following. ?[...]

40 Network settings This is a setting for connecting to a broadband environment. ■ Press to exit from a menu screen ■ Press to go back to the previous screen Display the menu Select “Network settings” Menu Setup 1/2 ANT/Cable setup Input labels Network settings VIERA Link settings Channel surf mode 3D settings Language Clock All select Sele[...]

41 Advanced Using Network services Wireless network (Wireless network setting) ■ Sets / Changes wireless network setting Press “Wireless network” and display setting screen Follow the directions on screen to complete the setting Wireless network WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup using push button) Please choose connection method: WPS (Wi-Fi Protecte[...]

42 Network link ■ Edit the name of this TV Sets your favorite name for this TV . This name will be used to display the name of this TV on the screen of the other Network compatible equipment. Select “VIERA network name” Menu Network link VIERA network name DLNA remote control Enable VIERA DLNA remote volume control Enable Network remote contr[...]

43 Advanced Using Network services Other settings In Display “Menu” Select the item select OK Menu Picture Audio 3D settings VIERA Link Set ■ Adjust the Picture, Audio and 3D settings select adjust 0 20 0 0 0 0 Vivi d Picture 1/2 Brightness Color Tint Sharpness Picture mode Contrast Back light Reset to defaults example: Picture menu Picture m[...]

44 Using DLNA feature Y ou can share the contents (Photo, Video, Music etc.) stored in DLNA Certified media server with your home network system. ■ Press to exit from a menu screen ■ Press to go back to the previous screen Preparations ● Network connections (p. 39) ● Network settings (p. 40-42) Display VIERA T OOLS Select the “DLNA” sel[...]

45 Advanced Using Network services ■ Press to exit from a menu screen ■ Press to go back to the previous screen Preparations ● Network connections (p. 39) ● Network settings (p. 40-42) ● Before connecting the Network camera to the TV , please complete “IP setting” and run “Connection test” With all connected equipment turned on Di[...]

46 Editing and Setting Channels Auto program (Set automatically) Automatically searches and adds available channels to the memory . Select “ANT in” Select “Cable” or “Antenna” Or select “Not used”. Select “Auto program” next select Menu Cable ANT/Cable setup ANT in Auto program Manual program Signal meter Select a scanning mode [...]

47 Advanced Editing and Setting Channels Manual program ( Set manually) Use this procedure when changing the channel setup or changing the channel display . Also, use this to add or skip channels from the channel list manually . Y ou can select a channel tuning mode (Digital only/Analog only) in “Channel surf mode”(p. 53) Select “Edit” Manu[...]

48 How to Use Menu Functions V arious menus allow you to set the picture, sound, and other functions so that you can enjoy watching TV best suited for you. Press to exit from a menu screen Press to go back to the previous screen Display the menu ● Shows the functions that can be adjusted. ● Some functions will be disabled depending on the type [...]

49 Advanced How to Use Menu Functions ● “Reset to default” will be grayed out if no changes are made in the following menus: “Picture”, “Pro settings”, “PC adjustments”, “Audio” and “Closed caption”. Picture settings Adjust the image or picture quality Settings Items Item Description Reset to defaults Resets all picture ad[...]

50 Settings Items Item Description PC adjustments Reset to defaults Resets PC adjustments. Sync H & V The H and V sync signals are input from the HD/VD connector . (p. 58) On green Uses a synchronized signal on the Video G signal, which is input from the G connector . (p. 58) Dot clock Alleviates the problem if a picture appears to be verticall[...]

51 Advanced How to Use Menu Functions Audio settings Adjust Audio quality Settings Items Item Description Reset to defaults Resets Bass, T reble, and Balance adjustments to factory default settings. Bass Increases or decreases the bass response. T reble Increases or decreases the treble response. Balance Emphasizes the left / right speaker volume. [...]

52 Lock Locks specified channels or shows to prevent children from watching objectionable content. Y ou will be asked to enter your password each time you display the Lock menu. • Password setting/entering (p. 19) Set “Custom” in “Mode” to specify “Channel”, “Game”, “Program” and “VIERA Connect” settings. Settings Items It[...]

53 Advanced How to Use Menu Functions Setup Other function settings Settings Items Item Description 3D settings See p.25 for more detail. Channel surf mode All/Favorite/ Digital only/ Analog only Sets the mode to select the channel with the Channel up/down button. Favorite: Only channels registered as F A VORITE. (p. 18) Language English/ Español/[...]

54 Ratings List for parental control “V -chip” technology enables you to lock channels or shows according to standard ratings set by the entertainment industry . U.S. MOVIE RA TINGS (MP AA) NR NO RA TING (NOT RA TED) AND NA (NOT APPLICABLE) PROGRAMS. Movie which has not been rated or where rating does not apply . G GENERAL AUDIENCES. All ages a[...]

55 Support Information T echnical Information Ratings List for parental control T echnical Information Aspect Ratio (FORMA T) Press the FORMA T button to cycle through the aspect modes. This lets you choose the aspect depending on the format of the received signal and your preference. (p. 18) (e.g.: in case of 4:3 image) ● FULL ● JUST FULL JUST[...]

56 Data format information ● Compatible Data format for Media player (SD card/USB flash memory)/DLNA p. 30 DCF (Design rule for camera file system): A Japan Electronics and Information T echnology Industries Association’s standard EXIF: Exchangeable Image File Format Note ● Format the card with the recording equipment. ● The picture may not[...]

57 Support Information T echnical Information VIERA Link TM “HDA VI Control TM ” HDMI connections to some Panasonic equipment allow you to interface automatically . (p. 33) ● This function may not work normally depending on the equipment condition. ● The equipment can be operated by other remote controls with this function on even if the TV[...]

58 PC Input T erminals ● Signal Names for D-sub 15P Connector 1 678 3 9 45 10 15 14 13 12 11 2 Pin No. Signal Name Pin No. Signal Name Pin No. Signal Name R GND (Ground) NC (not connected) G GND (Ground) NC B GND (Ground) HD/SYNC NC (not connected) NC (not connected) VD GND (Ground) GND (Ground) NC Pin Layout for PC Input T erminal Input signal t[...]

59 Support Information Care and Cleaning T echnical Information Care and Cleaning First, unplug the Power cord plug from the wall outlet. Display panel The front of the display panel has been specially treated. Wipe the panel surface gently using only a cleaning cloth or a soft, lint- free cloth. If the surface is particularly dirty , soak a soft, [...]

60 Disposal 3D Eyewear A lithium-ion polymer rechargeable battery is built in to the 3D Eyewear . Please discard according to local regulations. When disposing this product, disassemble properly by following the procedure below , and remove the internal rechargeable battery . Do not disassemble this product except when disposing of it. Danger ● A[...]

61 Support Information Frequently Asked Questions Disposal Questions Answers Picture Frequently Asked Questions (F AQ) 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 website for further assistance. (see cover)[...]

62 Questions Answers Sound Other Networking Why is there no sound coming from the TV? 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”. (p. 51) Check that the correct SAP (Secondary Audio Program) is selected by pressing the SAP button on the rem[...]

63 Support Information Frequently Asked Questions Questions Answers Networking 3D How do I check for the latest software (firmware) version for my TV? In the main menu, select “Setup”. Highlight “Network Settings” and press OK. Select “Software Update”. The current version and latest version software will be shown. If software update is[...]

64 Specifications TC-L32DT30 TC-L37DT30 Power Source AC 1 10-127 V , 60 Hz Power Consumption Rated Power Consumption 106 W 129 W Standby condition 0.2 W 0.2 W Display panel Aspect Ratio 16:9 Visible screen size (W × H × Diagonal) (No. of pixels) 32” class (31.5 inches measured diagonally) 37” class (37.0 inches measured diagonally) 27.5 ” ?[...]

65 Support Information Specifications 3D Eyewear Lens type Liquid Crystal Shutter Usage temperature range 32°F - 104°F (0 °C - 40 °C) Charging power supply DC 5 V (supplied by USB terminal of a Panasonic TV) Battery Lithium-ion polymer rechargeable battery DC 3.7 V , 70 mAh Operation time* 1 : Approx. 30 hours Charging time* 1 : Approx. 2 hours[...]

66 This product incorporates the following software or technology: (1) the software developed independently by or for Panasonic Corporation, (2) the software owned by third party and licensed to Panasonic Corporation, (3) the software developed by the Independent JPEG Group, (4) the software developed by the FreeT ype Project, (5) the software lice[...]

67 Support Information Index Index A Accessories ......................................................... 7, 8 Ant/Cable ......................................................... 14, 46 Antenna ........................................................... 10, 14 Audio ...................................................................... 51 Audio, A[...]

68 Limited W arranty (for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico only) P ANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMP ANY , DIVISION OF P ANASONIC CORPORA TION OF NORTH AMERICA One Panasonic W ay Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 Panasonic LCD T elevision Limited W arranty Limited W arranty Coverage If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workman[...]

69 Support Information Customer Services Directory (for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico) Limited W arranty (for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico only) Customer Services Directory (for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico) Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto Rico) Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; locate your nearest Dealer or Service Center; pu[...]

70 Limited W arranty (for Canada) Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 P ANASONIC PRODUCT – LIMITED W ARRANTY Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase agrees to, at its option[...]

TC-L32DT30 32" LCD HDTV Dimensions (W x H x D) 29.6" (751 mm) x 19.8" (502 mm) x 9.1" (230 mm) (Including TV stand) 29.6" (751 mm) x 18.5" (468 mm) x 0.8" (1.3", 2.9") (19 mm (33 mm, 72 mm)) (TV Set only) Mass 28.7 lb. (13.0 kg) (Including TV stand) 22.1 lb. (10.0 kg) (TV Set only) Power Source AC 1 10-1[...]

TC-L37DT30 37" LCD HDTV Dimensions (W x H x D) 34.5" (874 mm) x 22.5" (570 mm) x 10.3" (260 mm) (Including TV stand) 34.5" (874 mm) x 21.2" (536 mm) x 0.8" (1.3", 2.9") (19 mm (33 mm, 72 mm)) (TV Set only) Mass 34.2 lb. (15.5 kg) (Including TV stand) 27.6 lb. (12.5 kg) (TV Set only) Power Source AC 1 10-[...]

71 Support Information Limited W arranty (for Canada) Note[...]

Customer ’ s Record The model number and serial number of this product can be found on its back cover . Y ou should note this serial number in the space provided below and retain this book, plus your purchase receipt, as a permanent record of your purchase to aid in identification in the event of theft or loss, and for W arranty Service purposes.[...]