Panasonic TH-L32C3X manual

Operating Instructions LCD TV BHP TQB4GC0650-1 Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product. Please read these instructions before operating your set and retain them for future reference. The images shown in this manual are for illustrative purposes only . Model No. TH-L32C3K TH-L32C3M TH-L32C3T TH-L32C3X English TH-L32C3KMTX_EN.indd 1 TH-L32C3K[...]

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Contents Be Sure to Read Safety Precautions ······························ 4 (W arning / Caution) Notes ················································ 5 Quick Start Guide Accessories / Options ·························· 6 Basic Connection ··?[...]

C Safety Precautions 4 Safety Precautions Handling the mains plug and lead ● Insert the mains plug fully into the socket outlet. (If the mains plug is loose, it could generate heat and cause fire.) ● Ensure that the mains plug is easily accessible. ● Do not touch the mains plug with a wet hand. (This may cause electrical shock.) ● Do not da[...]

Caution Safety Precautions | Notes 5 This appliance is intended for use in tropical climates When cleaning the TV , remove the mains plug ● Cleaning an energised TV may cause electrical shock. When the TV is not going to be used for a long period of time, remove the mains plug ● This TV will still consume some power even in the Of f mode, as lo[...]

Accessories / Options 6 Accessories / Options Remote Control ● N2QA YB000602 EXIT INFO OPTION TEXT F.P. INDEX HOLD RETURN MENU SURROUND INPUT MUTE LAST VIEW S D C A R D V I E R A T O O L S V I E R A L i n k AV TV PC ASPECT RGYB POWER CH VOL TV EXIT INFO OPTION TEXT F.P. INDEX HOLD RETURN MENU SURROUND INPUT MUTE LAST VIEW TV S D C A R D V I E R A[...]

Accessories / Options 7 e t o r lf d g e Installing the pedestal hole cover sheet (Not applicable for TH-L32C3M) Y ou need to install the pedestal hole cover sheet only if you opt to mount your TV on the wall. 1 Slide the cover sheet into the pedestal hole area until it locks into place (follow the arrows as shown in Figure A). 2 The final conditio[...]

Accessories / Options 8 B E x Pl e le a ● K ● D ● D ● T t e ● I f w ● Y s ● A t h ● V ● O ● R Open Hook Note the correct polarity (+ or − ) 1 2 Close Caution ● Incorrect installation may cause battery leakage and corrosion, resulting in damage to the remote control. ● Do not mix old and new batteries. ● Do not mix differ[...]

Basic Connection 9 Basic Connection External equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this TV . Please ensure that the unit is disconnected from the mains socket before attaching or disconnecting any leads. Note ● Keep some space between the TV and RF cable to prevent distorted image. ● Do not put the RF cable close to the mains lead to[...]

Identifying Controls 10 R Identifying Controls 1 USB port 2 SD Card slot 3 A V3 terminals 4 Headphones jack 5 Remote control signal receiver ● Do not place any objects between the TV remote control signal receiver and remote control. 6 C.A.T .S. (Contrast Automatic T racking System) sensor ● Senses brightness to adjust picture quality when [Eco[...]

Identifying Controls 11 Remote Control e n e b y nd u 1 On / Standby switch ● Switches TV On or sets it to standby 2 Sound Selection ● Selects sound output mode during multiplex broadcast (p. 53) 3 [Main Menu] (p. 20) ● Press to access Picture, Sound and Setup Menus 4 Information (p. 14) ● Displays channel and programme information 5 VIERA [...]

Auto T uning 12 Auto T uning INFO RETURN TV Y POWER Search and store TV channels automatically . ● These steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed by your local dealer . 1 Plug the TV into mains socket and switch On ● Y ou can now use the remote control to turn On the TV or switch the TV to Standby mode. (Power LED: On) 2 Select y[...]

W atching TV 13 c h OPTION HOLD MENU LAST VIEW TV TV ASPECT POWER CH INPUT INFO W atching TV Hold Freeze / unfreeze picture HOLD Note ● When the TV is switched to standby , there will be a clicking sound after a short delay . This is normal. 1 T urn on the TV ● Mains power On / Off switch should be On (p. 10). 2 Select TV mode 3 Select a channe[...]

W atching TV 14 Display Information banner Display Information banner INFO ● Also appears when changing channel Display the selectable settings for the current programme 1 Check or change the current programme status instantly OPTION 2 Change change select [Channel Colour Set] Sets colour density [Picture Menu] (p. 21) [T eletext Character Set] S[...]

W atching TV 15 Change aspect ratio Enjoy viewing the image at its optimum size and aspect. Press repeatedly until you reach the desired mode ASPECT ■ If Aspect Selection list is displayed after you press ASPECT Aspect Selection 16:9 14:9 Just 4:3 4:3 Full Zoom1 Zoom2 Zoom3 Select EXIT RETURN Change Aspect Selection 16:9 14:9 Just 4:3 4:3 Full Zo[...]

Viewing T eletext 16 V iewing T eletext V W a ME ● O F ME S St o C o bu di s ■ C o yo V Vi e ■ ME ● S T I t W W a Te ME ● T T eletext services are the text information provided by the broadcasters. The features may vary depending on the broadcasters. What is F ASTEXT mode? In F ASTEXT mode, four differently coloured subjects are displayed[...]

Viewing T eletext 17 View in multi window W atch TV and T eletext in two windows at once MENU (press twice) ● Operations can be made only on the T eletext screen. FULL / T OP / BOTT OM (TOP) (BOTTOM) Normal (FULL) MENU G (Expand the T OP half) (Expand the BOTTOM half) Store frequently viewed pages Store frequently viewed pages in the colour bar ([...]

W atching External Inputs 18 W atching External Inputs H ● I f d Connect the external equipment (VCRs, DVD equipment, PC, etc.) to watch the input from the equipment. ● T o connect the equipment (p. 9, 47 - 49) TV AV TV PC INPUT ■ T o return to TV 1 Display the Input Selection menu 2 Select the input mode of the connected equipment Example (A[...]

How to Use VIERA TOOLS 19 How to Use VIERA T OOLS Note ● If the selected feature is not available, a demonstration to explain how the feature works can be displayed. Press the OK button to view the demonstration after selecting the unavailable feature. e e d EXIT TV V I E R A T O O L S Y ou can access some special features easily using the VIERA [...]

How to Use the Menu Functions 20 How to Use the Menu Functions V arious menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions. ■ T o return to TV at any time EXIT ■ T o return to the previous screen RETURN ■ T o change menu pages CH up down EXIT RETURN MENU TV CH RB 1 Display the menu ● Displays the functions that can[...]

How to Use the Menu Functions 21 Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Viewing Mode • Dynamic • Normal • Cinema • T rue Cinema • Game Basic picture mode [Dynamic]: Provides enhanced picture contrast and sharpness when viewing in a bright room. [Normal]: Recommended for viewing under normal ambient room lighting conditions. [Cin[...]

How to Use the Menu Functions 22 Screen Display • Off • On T urns the screen off when you select [Of f] ● The sound is active even if the screen turns off. ● Press any buttons (except Standby) to turn the screen on. ● This function is useful in reducing power consumption when listening to the sound without watching the image on the TV . A[...]

How to Use the Menu Functions 23 t o h ut m e ct Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Mode • Music • Speech • User Basic sound mode ● The selected mode affects all input signals. [Music]: Improves sound quality for watching music videos, etc. [Speech]: Improves sound quality for watching news, drama, etc. ● In Music and Speech[...]

How to Use the Menu Functions 24 Speaker Distance to W all • Over 30cm • Up to 30cm Adjust the low frequency sound ● If the space between the back of TV and wall is over 30 cm, [Over 30cm] is recommended. ● If the space between the back of TV and wall is within 30 cm, [Up to 30cm] is recommended. MPX • Stereo • Mono • M1 • M2 Select[...]

How to Use the Menu Functions 25 Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) PC Setup Input Resolution Switches to a wide view ● VGA (640 × 480 pixels), WVGA (852 × 480 pixels), XGA (1,024 × 768 pixels), WXGA (1,280 × 768 pixels, 1,366 × 768 pixels) ● Options change depending on signals Clock Set to the minimum level if noise occurs. [...]

How to Use the Menu Functions 26 Display Settings T eletext • F ASTEXT • List T eletext display mode (p. 16) T eletext Character Set • English • CIS • E.Europe • Persian Select teletext language Input Labels Label or skip each input terminal (p. 30) Banner Display Timeout • 0 (No display) • 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6 / 7 / 8 / 9 / 10 sec[...]

T uning and Editing Channels 27 e ] T uning and Editing Channels Y ou can make Auto T uning, listing your favourite channels, skipping unwanted channels, etc. EXIT RETURN TV RGY B CH INPUT AV TV PC INPUT TV ■ T o return to TV EXIT Preparations: 1 Select TV mode 2 Display the menu 3 Select [Setup] MENU access select ● The selected mode is displa[...]

T uning and Editing Channels 28 [Channel List Edit] - Skip unwanted channels / Edit channels (Change name, move) Y ou can hide unwanted channels. The hidden channels cannot be displayed except in this function. Use this function to skip unwanted channels. Select a channel and reveal / hide 99 ***** 1 BBC1 2 ITV 2 3 S4C 4 ***** 5 ***** 6 ***** Chann[...]

Child Lock 29 e a. Child Lock EXIT MENU TV B GY Y ou can lock specific channels / A V input terminals to control who could watch them. When the locked channel / input is selected, a message appears; by entering the PIN number , you can watch it. [Child Lock] - Control channel audience 1 Enter the PIN number (4 digits) 2 Select [Child Lock List] * *[...]

Input Labels 30 Input Labels ■ T o return to TV EXIT EXIT RETURN MENU TV For easier identification and selection of the input mode, you can label each input mode or skip terminal that is not connected to any equipment. ● T o select the input mode (p. 18) ■ User input Y ou can name each input mode freely . 1 Select [User input] 2 Set character[...]

Shipping Condition (Reset settings) 31 a l o r Shipping Condition (Reset settings) Resets the TV to its original condition, i.e. no channels tuned in. All settings are reset (channels, picture, sound settings, etc.). EXIT MENU TV ■ T o return to TV EXIT [Shipping Condition] - Restore settings 1 Check the message and reset 2 Follow the on-screen i[...]

Using Media Player 32 Using Media Player Media Player allows you to enjoy photo, video or music recorded on an SD Card or a USB Flash Memory . VIERA IMAGE VIEWER is a function that enables easy-viewing of photos or videos recorded on an SD Card on the TV screen by simply inserting the SD Card into the SD Card slot. Photo mode : Still pictures recor[...]

Using Media Player 33 D t d . Change the device Y ou can change to the other device input directly in the same mode if two or more devices are connected. 1 Display the menu 2 Select the icon you want to access Y Media Player Drive Select SD Card EXIT Select RETURN Access selected device name access select ■ T o return to TV EXIT or ■ T o return[...]

Using Media Player 34 Photo mode Supported file format (p. 54) The thumbnail of all the photos in the SD Card or USB Flash Memory will be displayed. Example : Thumbnail - [All photos] OPTION SD Card EXIT Select RETURN Media Player Photo All photos Slideshow View Select Drive Select Contents Select Info View Option Menu selected device name ● T o [...]

Using Media Player 35 ”. up h [Single view] - Photos are displayed one at a time. Select the file from the thumbnail of photos to be viewed select access Example : Single view Single view Stop EXIT Select RETURN Rotate Operation guide ● T o display / hide the operation guide INFO ● T o return to thumbnail RETURN ● T o operate Single view T [...]

Using Media Player 36 Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Frame Selects the indication frame of the slideshow [Off] / [Multi] / [Collage] / [Drift (+ calendar)] / [Drift] / [Gallery (+ calendar)] / [Gallery] / [Cinema] [Multi]: 9 division display like tiled design. [Collage]: A photo is displayed at random position and scale. [Drift (+[...]

Using Media Player 37 w Change the contents Y ou can switch to the other mode of Media Player from the thumbnail view . 1 While the thumbnail is displayed, display the contents selection B 2 Select the contents OPTION SD Card EXIT Select RETURN Media Player Photo All photos Slideshow View Select Contents Select Info View Photo Video Music Contents [...]

Using Media Player 38 ■ Playback from the selected scene in the title Playback will start from the selected scene to the end of the title. ● T o repeat playback “Video Setup” (p. 38) 1 Select the title 2 Select the scene 3 Start playback select access select R Note ● The structure of titles and scenes may vary depending on the digital vid[...]

Using Media Player 39 n ] Confirm or change the current status Y ou can confirm or change the current status of the content. ● Menu items and selectable options vary depending on the content. 1 Display the option menu during playback 2 Select [Video Setup] 3 Select the items and set OPTION Option Menu Video Setup Aspect1 Off Video Setup Menu Mult[...]

Using Media Player 40 ■ Playback from File view Selected file will be played back. 1 Select the folder 2 Select the file 3 Start playback select access EXIT Select RETURN SD Card Info Contents Select Drive Select Media Player Music Folder view > My Music_1 Play My Song_1 My Song_8 My Song_2 My Song_9 My Song_3 My Song_10 My Song_4 My Song_11 M[...]

VIERA Link Functions 41 RN e VIERA Link “HDA VI Control™” Enjoy additional HDMI interoperability with Panasonic products which have “HDA VI Control” function. This TV supports “HDA VI Control 5” function. Connections to equipment with HDMI cable such as a DIGA Recorder , HD Video Camera, Player theatre, Amplifier , etc., allow you to [...]

VIERA Link Functions 42 Note ● For a DIGA Recorder / DVD Player / Blu-ray Disc Player / HD Video Camera / LUMIX Camera with VIERA Link function, connect to HDMI1 or HDMI2 terminal via an HDMI cable. ● For a Player theatre / Blu-ray Disc theatre / Amplifier , connect to HDMI1 or HDMI2 terminal via an HDMI cable, and also connect an RCA cable for[...]

VIERA Link Functions 43 o n . 2 6) e t o [Pause Live TV] Y ou can pause the live TV programme and resume later . Live TV programmes will be recorded on HDD of the connected DIGA Recorder . ● This function is available with a DIGA Recorder which has HDD. ● If you connect a variety of recorders including other manufacturers’ recorders at the sa[...]

VIERA Link Functions 44 [Direct TV Rec] - What you see is What you record Recording the current programme in DIGA Recorder immediately . ● If you connect a variety of recorders including other manufacturers’ recorders at the same time, please connect the DIGA Recorder to the TV’s lower HDMI terminal number . For example, if you use HDMI1 and [...]

VIERA Link Functions 45 s e EXIT OPTION RETURN RGY B [VIERA Link Control] - Operate the connected equipment with VIERA remote control Y ou can control some functions of the connected equipment with this TV remote control by pointing at the TV’ s signal receiver . ● If you cannot operate, check the settings and the equipment “Summary of featur[...]

VIERA Link Functions 46 MUTE TV VOL [Speaker Selection] - Speaker control Y ou can control the theatre speaker with this TV remote control by pointing at the TV’ s signal receiver . ● If you cannot operate, check the settings and the equipment “Summary of features”, “Connection”, “Preparations” (p. 41 - 42) Access and control the sp[...]

External Equipment 47 c t n o r External Equipment These diagrams show our recommendations for connecting your TV to various equipment. For other connections, consult the instructions for each equipment, the table below , and the specifications (p. 59). T ypes of connectable equipment to each terminal Equipment T erminal A V1 IN A V2 IN A V3 IN ( S[...]

External Equipment 48 A V IN HDMI 1 AV 1 I N AV 2 I N AUDIO OUT A V IN HDMI 1 AV 1 I N AV 2 I N AUDIO OUT T o play back DVD Recorder or VCR Aerial RF cable or Fully wired HDMI compliant cable  1  1 : Only for DVD Recorder HDMI equipment Fully wired HDMI compliant cable Recorder / Player ● HDMI connection (p. 41, 51) T o watch DVDs T o liste[...]

External Equipment 49 a l e r m ” n I2 Camcorder / HDMI equipment Camcorder / Game equipment Headphones Fully wired HDMI compliant cable Camcorder , etc. Camcorder , etc. (Viewing) (Listening) (M3 stereo mini plug) T o adjust volume [Headphone V olume] in the Sound Menu (p. 23) Rear of the TV Side panel of the TV USB devices AV 1 I N AV 2 I N AUD[...]

T echnical Information 50 T echnical Information Channel Allocation Channel Plan Asia/W . Europe CIS/E. Europe China Hong Kong NZ/ Indonesia Indian CA TV South Africa American System American CA TV Japan CH DISPLA Y Receive channel 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 11 12 13 14 15 16 19 20 – – 2 11 12 – – – – – – – – 1 2 11 12 – – – – – [...]

T echnical Information 51 n HDMI connection HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is the world’s first complete digital consumer A V 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  1 with [...]

T echnical Information 52 Input signal that can be displayed COMPONENT (Y , P B /C B , P R /C R ), HDMI Mark: Applicable input signal Signal name COMPONENT HDMI 525 (480) / 60i 525 (480) / 60p 625 (576) / 50i 625 (576) / 50p 750 (720) / 60p 750 (720) / 50p 1,125 (1,080) / 60i 1,125 (1,080) / 50i 1,125 (1,080) / 60p 1,125 (1,080) / 50p 1,125 (1,080)[...]

T echnical Information 53 i th On-screen messages Message Meaning / Action Cannot read file ● The file is broken or unreadable. ● The TV does not support the format. No Device Inserted ● Confirm SD Card or USB device is inserted correctly . No valid file to play ● The card has no data. This operation is not possible ● Y our operation is n[...]

T echnical Information 54 Supported file format in Media Player ■ Photo Format File extension Image resolution (pixel) Details / Restrictions JPEG .jpg 8 × 8 to 30,719 × 17,279 DCF  1 and EXIF  2 standards Sub-sampling: 4:4:4, 4:2:2, 4:2:0 ● Progressive JPEG is not supported.  1 : Design rule for Camera File system - unified standard[...]

T echnical Information 55 e e 5 ) , o t s s n ic e d d d o n DivX DivX Certified ® to play DivX ® video up to HD 1080p, including premium content. ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX ® is a digital video format created by DivX, Inc. This is an of ficial DivX Certified ® device that plays DivX video. Visit www .divx.com for more information and software tool[...]

Frequently Asked Questions An error message appears ● Follow the message’s instructions. ● If the problem persists, contact your local Panasonic dealer . The LCD panel moves slightly when it is pushed with a finger . Clattered sound might be heard ● There are some looseness around the panel to prevent the damage to the panel. The panel migh[...]

Frequently Asked Questions d s 57 Problem Actions Screen Chaotic image, noisy ● Change the setting of [P-NR] in the Picture Menu (to remove noise). (p. 21) ● Check nearby electrical products (car , motorcycle, fluorescent lamp). No image can be displayed ● Is [Colour] or [Contrast] in the Picture Menu set to the minimum? (p. 21) Blurry or dis[...]

Maintenance 58 Maintenance First, remove the mains plug from the socket outlet. Display panel, Cabinet, Pedestal For regular care: Gently wipe the surface of the display panel, cabinet, or pedestal by using a soft cloth to clean the dirt or fingerprints. For stubborn dirt: Dampen a soft cloth with clean water or diluted neutral detergent (1 part de[...]

Specifications 59 . . p a l n l Specifications Power Source AC Auto 1 10 - 240 V , 50 / 60 Hz Power Consumption Power Rating 99 W Standby condition 0.25 W Display panel Aspect Ratio 16:9 Visible screen size 80 cm (diagonal) 698 mm (W) × 393 mm (H) Number of pixels 1,049,088 (1,366 (W) × 768 (H)) Sound Speaker (1 15 mm × 42 mm) × 2 pcs, 8  Au[...]

F021 1-031 1-061 1-2 Printed in Malaysia Web Site : http://panasonic.net © Panasonic Corporation 2011 Customer ’ s Record The model number and serial number of this product may be found on its rear panel. Y ou should note the model number and the serial number in the space provided below and retain this book, plus your purchase receipt, as a per[...]