Panasonic Viera TH-L26X10A Operating Instructions Manual Download

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Safety Precautions ...............................4

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Maintenance .........................................6

Licence .................................................6

Basic Features

Watching TV .......................................14

Using TV Guide ..................................17

Viewing Teletext..................................18

Watching Videos and DVDs ...............20

Advanced Features

How to Use Menu Functions ..............22

(picture, sound quality, etc.)

Input Labels ........................................26

Digital TV Settings ..............................27

Editing Channels ................................28

Tuning Channels ................................30

Restore Settings (Shipping Condition) ..32

Displaying PC Screen on TV .............33

HDMI Functions .................................34

Viewing from SD Card
(VIERA IMAGE VIEWER) ...................35

VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” ...........38

VIERA Tools .......................................45

External Equipment ............................46

Technical Features

Technical Information .........................48

FAQs ..................................................51

Specifications .....................................55

WARRANTY .......................................56

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Page 1: ... instructions before operating your set and retain them for future reference The images shown in this manual are for illustrative purposes only English Model No TH L26X10A Operating Instructions LCD TV TH L26X10A_EN indb 1 TH L26X10A_EN indb 1 8 7 09 10 04 37 AM 8 7 09 10 04 37 AM ...

Page 2: ...link ups with VIERA Link without complicated settings Notice about Digital TV Functions The MPEG 4 AVC feature was designed to specifications as we know them today This specification may be subject to future changes beyond our control that may not guarantee the decoding of such services July 2009 DVB and the DVB logos are trademarks of the DVB Project TH L26X10A_EN indb 2 TH L26X10A_EN indb 2 8 7 ...

Page 3: ...Tuning Channels 30 Restore Settings Shipping Condition 32 Displaying PC Screen on TV 33 HDMI Functions 34 Viewing from SD Card VIERA IMAGE VIEWER 35 VIERA Link HDAVI Control 38 VIERA Tools 45 External Equipment 46 Technical Features Technical Information 48 FAQs 51 Specifications 55 WARRANTY 56 Quick Start Guide Accessories Options 7 Identifying Controls 9 Basic Connection 11 Auto Tuning 12 Enjoy ...

Page 4: ... with the lead plugged in the socket outlet Do not place a heavy object on the lead or place the lead near a high temperature object Do not twist the lead bend it excessively or stretch it Do not pull on the lead Hold onto the mains plug body when disconnecting lead Do not use a damaged mains plug or socket outlet Warning Do not allow children to handle SD card As with a small object SD card can b...

Page 5: ...time remove the mains plug This TV will still consume some power even in the Off mode as long as the mains plug is still connected to a live socket outlet Transport only in upright position Allow sufficient space around the TV for radiated heat 10 10 10 10 cm Minimum distance When using the pedestal keep the space between the bottom of the TV and the surface where the TV is set In case of using Wa...

Page 6: ...his may deteriorate the surface by peeling the paint Do not allow the cabinet and pedestal to make contact with a rubber or PVC substance for a long time Caution DVB and the DVB logos are trademarks of the DVB Project VGA is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation S VGA is a registered trademark of the Video Electronics Standard Association SDHC Logo is a trademark HDMI the HDMI...

Page 7: ... Cleaning cloth 2 Caution Pedestal Assembly screw for Pedestal 4 M4 This product contains possibly dangerous parts such as plastic bags that can be breathed in or swallowed by young children accidentally Keep these parts out of reach of young children Optional accessories WARNING Failure to use a Panasonic bracket or choosing to mount the TV yourself will be done at the risk of the consumer Any da...

Page 8: ...c Dealer immediately During set up make sure that all screws are securely tightened If sufficient care is not taken to ensure screws are properly tightened during assembly the pedestal will not be strong enough to support the TV and it might fall over and become damaged and personal injury may result Foam mat or thick soft cloth Preventing the TV from falling over This TV could fall over if it s p...

Page 9: ...t p 35 Headphone jack p 46 Remote control signal receiver Do not place any objects between the TV remote control signal receiver and remote control AV3 terminals p 46 Power LED Standby red On green When using the remote control indicates the TV has received a command HDMI3 terminals 15 15 View from the top Set the mark at the centre as illustrated to have the swivel positioned at the centre of the...

Page 10: ...own Selects channel in sequence Index p 19 Returns to the teletext index page teletext mode OK Confirms selections and choices Press after selecting channel positions to quickly change programme VCR DVD Panasonic equipment operations p 20 Numeric buttons Changes channel and teletext pages When in Standby mode switches TV On VIERA Link p 38 Press to access VIERA Link Menu Aspect p 16 Changes aspect...

Page 11: ... the RF cable close to the mains lead to avoid noise Do not place the RF cable under the TV To obtain optimum quality picture and sound an Aerial the correct cable 75 Ω coaxial and the correct terminating plug are required If a communal Aerial system is used you may require the correct connection cable and plug between the wall Aerial socket and the TV Your local Television Service Centre or deale...

Page 12: ...uto Scan Type 3 4 5 select Please select your viewing environment Home Shop Auto Tuning This will take about 6 minutes EXIT RETURN 62 y t i l a u Q e p y T e m a N l e n n a h C h C F R 0 1 V T l a t i g i D l e n n a h C C B B C 0 1 V T l a t i g i D s e l a W o i d a R C B B 2 6 0 1 V T l a t i g i D 4 E 2 6 0 1 V T l a t i g i D k w N n o o t r a C 2 6 29 Analogue TV 33 Digital TV 4 Analogue TV...

Page 13: ...Treble Balance Headphone Volume Mode Volume Correction Speaker Distance to Wall Surround Over 30cm Off 4 17 0 MPX Select Change EXIT RETURN 4 0 Stereo 1 2 ON SCREEN HELP Instructions box example Sound Menu On screen operation guide How to use remote control MENU Open the main menu Move the cursor select the menu Move the cursor adjust levels select from a range of options Access the menu store set...

Page 14: ...formation banner appears whenever you select a channel For details p 15 Note 3 Select a channel Cartoon Nwk All Digital Channels BBC Radio Wales BBC Radio Cymru BBC ONE Wales BBC THREE BBCi CBBC Channel 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 Select View EXIT RETURN Page up Page down To select from the Channel List 2 watch 1 select a channel Select a channel using information banner p 15 Possible to confirm the programme n...

Page 15: ...e Rating Rating information Digital TV mode p 48 Subtitle service available Digital TV mode 1 90 Off Timer remaining time For settings See below Features available Message meanings To confirm another tuned channel name To watch the programme listed in the banner To select a favourite list Digital TV mode B To hide Information on the next programme Digital TV mode To set display timeout Banner Disp...

Page 16: ...ode Only 16 9 is available when Viewing Mode is set to Game Not available in teletext mode Aspect mode can be memorized separately for SD Standard definition and HD High definition signals except Digital TV mode Note 16 9 14 9 Just Directly displays the image at 16 9 without distortion anamorphic Displays the image at the standard 14 9 without distortion Displays a 4 3 image full screen Stretching...

Page 17: ...IDE D 1 TEN Digital 3 00 am 3 30 am 3 30 am 4 00 am 4 00 am 4 30 am 4 30 am 5 00 am 5 00 am 5 30 am 5 30 am 6 00 am 6 00 am 6 30 am Eastender DIY SOS The Bill Red Cap Live junction POP 100 Rugby D 2 ABC TV Sydney D 4 FTV guide D 3 SBS DIGITAL D 7 7 Digital View Select programme Select channel RETURN 24 hours Prog Type Favourites EXIT All Types All Channels m a 7 2 1 1 8 0 0 2 3 0 6 2 d e W t i a r...

Page 18: ... subject within the subject block After the last subject it moves to the next subject block What is List mode In List mode four differently coloured page numbers are situated at the bottom of the screen Each of these numbers can be altered and stored in the TV s memory Store frequently viewed pages p 19 To return to TV TEXT or EXIT Corresponds to the colour bar Displays Index content varies depend...

Page 19: ...is more than one page Appears when updating is completed You cannot change the programme Teletext automatically updates itself when new information becomes available The news page provides a function that indicates arrival of latest news News Flash Changes to TV screen temporarily View the updated page View the TV picture while searching for a teletext page Watch TV and Teletext in two windows at ...

Page 20: ...ted equipment If the external equipment has an aspect adjustment function set to 16 9 For details see the manual of the equipment or ask your local dealer To return to TV TV Display the Input Selection menu Displays the selected mode You can also select the input using the AV button on the side panel of the TV Press the button repeatedly until the desired input is selected You can label or skip ea...

Page 21: ...EC Record Start recording Note Confirm if the remote control works correctly after changing the code The codes will be reset to default values if batteries are replaced Some operations may not be possible on some equipment models Watching Videos and DVDs How to change the code for each equipment Each type of Panasonic equipment has its own remote control code Please change the code for each equipm...

Page 22: ...Setup Sound select Picture Menu 1 2 Normal Contrast Brightness Colour Sharpness Viewing Mode Tint 90 0 50 50 Colour Management Colour Balance On Normal Eco Mode Off 0 Moved Sharpness 50 Changed Number and positions of alternatives Colour Balance Normal Displays the next screen Digital TV Tuning Menu Access example example User input A B C D E F G H I J K L M N U V W X Y Z 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 a b c d e f...

Page 23: ...cture Defaults Off On Reset Picture Menu Picture Menu 1 2 Normal Contrast Brightness Colour Sharpness Viewing Mode Tint 90 0 50 50 Colour Balance Normal 0 Colour Management On Off Eco Mode Analogue TV Tuning Menu Access Auto Tuning Manual Tuning Channel List Access Access How to Use Menu Functions picture sound quality etc Display Settings TOP Input Labels Banner Display Timeout Teletext 3 seconds...

Page 24: ...enhance or minimise sharper higher sound output Balance Adjusts volume level of right and left speakers Headphone Volume Adjusts the volume of the headphones Surround Surround sound settings Off V Audio V Audio Surround V Audio Provides a dynamic enhancer to simulate improved spatial effects V Audio Surround Provides a dynamic enhancer of width and depth to simulate improved spatial effects Switch...

Page 25: ...A Link Sets to use VIERA Link functions Off On VIERA Link functions become available when VIERA Link is set to On p 40 Power on Link Sets to use Power on Link function Off On p 40 Power off Link Sets to use Power off Link function Off On p 40 Standby Power Save Controls the power consumption in Standby mode of the connected equipment to reduce the consumption Off On p 40 Intelligent Auto Standby M...

Page 26: ... Display Settings Off Timer System Menu Other Settings VIERA Link Settings Access Select Input Labels 4 Display Settings FASTEXT Input Labels Banner Display Timeout Teletext 3 seconds Access Playing Time Display On Input Labels AV1 AV2 AV3 PC HDMI1 AV1 HDMI2 HDMI2 HDMI3 HDMI3 Digital TV Digital TV Analogue TV Analogue TV HDMI1 PC AV3 AV2 1 select 2 access 1 select 2 access 1 select 2 access User i...

Page 27: ...ff Timer Other Settings Access 1 select 2 access 1 select 2 access System Update Auto Update Search in Standby System Update Search Now On Input Labels Digital TV Settings 1 2 Main Menu Picture Setup Sound If in Analogue TV mode Select Digital TV mode Select System Update 5 System Menu System Update Software Licence System Information Shipping Condition Access 1 select 2 access 6 If System Update ...

Page 28: ...t 6 Select Favourites Edit or Channel List Setup Menu Off Digital TV Tuning Menu Display Settings Off Timer System Menu Other Settings VIERA Link Settings Access Digital TV Tuning Menu Access Auto Tuning Manual Tuning Favourites Edit Channel List Update Channel List New Channel Message Signal Condition Access On 1 select 2 access 1 select 2 access 1 select 2 access 2 3 Main Menu Picture Setup Soun...

Page 29: ...nels The hidden channels cannot be displayed except in this function Use this function to skip unwanted channels Select a channel and add delete 2 add delete 1 select To retune each channel Manual Tuning p 31 R select 2 Edit To change the displayed name when selecting channels Only in Analogue TV mode Select Rename Set characters 2 set 1 select maximum five characters To move channel position Stor...

Page 30: ...nel at channel position 1 will be displayed Search begins in the order from the lower channels to the higher channels Channels received during this process are added to the list p 31 If tuning has not been done completely Digital TV Manual Tuning Analogue TV Manual Tuning p 31 Automatically retune all Digital TV or Analogue TV channels received in the area Start Auto Tuning EXIT RETURN Digital TV ...

Page 31: ...nel List is updated with the current settings saved as they are Selects whether to give a message when new Digital TV channels are found Off On Selects a channel and checks the Digital TV signal condition To change the channel A good Signal Strength is not an indication of suitable signal for Digital TV reception Please use the Signal Quality indicator as follows Signal Quality Green bar Good Yell...

Page 32: ... to its original condition i e no channels tuned in All settings channels picture sound quality etc are reset 3 5 Set 1 Check the message and reset To return to TV EXIT 4 1 select 2 access 1 select 2 access Select Shipping Condition 1 select 2 access Confirm EXIT RETURN Shipping Condition All tuning data will be erased Are you sure Are you sure 1 2 Main Menu Picture Setup Sound System Menu Access ...

Page 33: ...solution Switches to a wide view VGA 640 x 480 pixels WVGA 852 x 480 pixels XGA 1 024 x 768 pixels WXGA 1 280 x 768 1 366 x 768 pixels Options change depending on signals Clock Set to the minimum level if noise occurs H pos Adjusts horizontal position V pos Adjusts vertical position Clock Phase Eliminates flicker and distortion Adjust after Clock adjustment Set to the minimum level if noise occurs...

Page 34: ...minal may be connected to the input terminal of either COMPONENT S VIDEO or VIDEO to receive analogue signals The HDMI input terminal can be used only with the following image signals 480i 480p 576i 576p 720p 1080i and 1080p Match the output setting of the digital equipment For details of the applicable HDMI signals see p 50 DVI connection If the external equipment has only a DVI output connect to...

Page 35: ...to information is displayed Select Photo View 2 4 To return to TV EXIT or To return to the previous screen RETURN Prev Rotate Rotate Select Slideshow Single view EXIT List Operation guide To previous photo Rotate 90 anti clockwise To next photo Rotate 90 clockwise 2 single sview 1 select Press the centre of the card Photo View 1 Single view Displayed one at a time To display hide the operation gui...

Page 36: ...s 1 select Start Slideshow Slideshow is done within the thumbnail Note 2 set 1 select Menu Item Adjustments Configurations alternatives Viewing Setup Back Ground Music Selects the back ground music Off Type1 Type2 Type3 Effect Selects the effect for switching the photo during the slideshow Off Fade Slide Dissolve Random Fade The next photo fades in gradually Slide The next photo slides and appears...

Page 37: ...e View Mode Select EXIT RETURN Play 2 1 0 1 8 0 0 2 1 0 2 1 1 p i r T 0 2 2 1 8 0 0 2 1 0 2 1 2 p i r T 5 2 7 1 8 0 0 2 1 0 2 1 3 p i r T 8 2 2 2 8 0 0 2 1 0 2 1 4 p i r T 0 1 1 1 8 0 0 2 1 0 2 1 1 e r u t a N 5 1 1 1 8 0 0 2 1 0 2 1 2 e r u t a N 0 5 1 1 8 0 0 2 1 0 2 1 3 e r u t a N 4 1 5 1 8 0 0 2 1 0 2 1 6 1 8 1 8 0 0 2 1 0 2 1 0 0 0 1 8 0 0 2 1 0 2 1 7 0 0 2 0 0 2 1 8 0 0 2 1 0 2 1 1 7 0 0 2 ...

Page 38: ...or the equipment About applicable Panasonic equipment consult your local Panasonic dealer VIERA Link features and connections VIERA Link Connected equipment with VIERA Link function Features DIGA Recorder 1 DVD Player Blu ray Disc Player 1 HD Video Camera LUMIX Camera 1 Player theatre 2 Blu ray Disc theatre 2 Amplifier 2 Channel download 4 Easy playback 7 7 Power on link Power off link Reduce unne...

Page 39: ... function may not work properly depending on the connected equipment For DIGA Recorder DVD Player Blu ray Disc Player HD Video Camera LUMIX Camera with VIERA function connect to HDMI1 HDMI2 or HDMI3 terminal via an HDMI cable For Player theatre Blu ray Disc theatre Amplifier connect to HDMI1 HDMI2 or HDMI3 terminal via an HDMI cable and or either the optical digital audio cable or RCA cable for au...

Page 40: ...playback Channel setting can be downloaded to the recorder 40 Automatic input switching When the connected equipment is operated input mode is switched automatically Set Power on Link On in Setup Menu to use this function Power on Link p 25 When the connected equipment starts playback or direct navigator function menu for the equipment are activated the TV is automatically turned on Only when TV i...

Page 41: ...If you cannot operate check the settings and the equipment VIERA Link features and connections p 38 39 2 Select Direct TV Rec and start recording To stop recording Select Stop in Direct TV Rec and access 1 Display VIERA Link Menu 2 start 1 select 1 select 2 stop Direct TV Rec Speaker Selection VIERA Link Menu Home Cinema Start VIERA Link Control Speaker Selection Home Cinema Recorder Pause Live TV...

Page 42: ...er This function is available with DIGA Recorder which has HDD If you connect two recorders including other manufacturers recorder at the same time please connect DIGA Recorder which has HDD to the TV s lower HDMI terminal number If you cannot operate check the settings and the equipment VIERA Link features and connections p 38 39 1 select 2 pause Access and pause the live TV programme TV picture ...

Page 43: ...t the remote control code to 73 p 21 2 Follow the operation guide To display the operation guide OPTION Move the cursor select the menu Move the cursor access adjust Store set access Return to the previous menu RETURN Exit the menu EXIT When the key words are displayed on colour bar R G Y B If several recorders or players are connected You can connect up to three recorders or players at the same t...

Page 44: ...r Player theatre Blu ray Disc theatre or Amplifier Read the manual of the equipment HDAVI Control 4 is the newest standard current as of December 2008 for HDAVI Control compatible equipment This standard is compatible with conventional HDAVI equipment To confirm this TV s version of HDAVI Control System Information p 25 Note If you wish to enjoy the multi channel sound e g Dolby Digital 5 1ch via ...

Page 45: ...ected device can be operated with the VIERA remote control When multiple devices are connected an indicator appears below the icon so that one device can be selected Pause Live TV Pause Live TV p 42 A live TV programme can be paused and resumed later Direct TV Rec Direct TV Rec p 41 What is on TV can be recorded immediately Speaker Selection Speaker Control p 44 Theatre speaker can be set Slidesho...

Page 46: ...Terminal Recording Playback equipment AV1 IN AV2 IN AV3 IN DIGITAL AUDIO OUT To record playback videocassettes DVDs VCR DVD recorder To watch DVDs DVD player To watch camcorder images Video camera To watch satellite broadcasts Set top box To play games Game equipment To use amplifier with speaker system VIERA Link Recommended Connection Types of connectable equipment to each terminal Amplifier wit...

Page 47: ...nd 17 SCL 15 CEC 13 TMDS Clock Shield 11 TMDS Data0 9 TMDS Data0 7 TMDS Data1 Shield 5 TMDS Data2 3 TMDS Data2 1 18 5V Power 16 SDA 14 Reserved in cable but N C on device 12 TMDS Clock 10 TMDS Clock 8 TMDS Data0 Shield 6 TMDS Data1 4 TMDS Data1 2 TMDS Data2 Shield HDMI terminal Connect the S VIDEO or VIDEO terminal when using AV3 IN terminals Connect the COMPONENT or VIDEO terminal when using AV1 ...

Page 48: ...H 75 Rating Digital TV mode Rating Meaning Rating Meaning Not classified M Mature P Pre school MA 15 Mature Adult 15 C Children AV 15 Adult strong Violence 15 G General R Restricted 18 PG Parental Guidance recommended Updating the software system Digital TV mode Update system software to ensure that you have latest version software If there is an update available a notification banner is displayed...

Page 49: ...mation on the card type at the following website English only http panasonic co jp pavc global cs DCF Design rule for camera file system Unified standard established by Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association JEITA Note Format the card with the recording equipment The picture may not appear correctly on this TV depending on the recording equipment used Display may take ...

Page 50: ...76 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 24p Signal name Horizontal frequency kHz Vertical frequency Hz 640 x 400 70 Hz 31 47 70 07 640 x 480 60 Hz 31 47 59 94 640 x 480 75 Hz 37 50 75 00 800 x 600 60 Hz 37 88 60 32 800 x 600 75 Hz 46 88 75 00 800 x 600 85 Hz 53 67 85 06 852 x 480 60 Hz 31 44 59 89 1 024 x 768 60 Hz 48 36 60 00 1 02...

Page 51: ...ed sound might be heard There are some looseness around the panel to prevent the damage to the panel The panel might move slightly when it is pushed with a finger and clattered sound might be heard This is not a malfunction White spots or shadow images noise Check the position direction and connection of the aerial The main unit is hot The main unit radiates heat and some of the parts may become h...

Page 52: ...lem select analogue sound connection p 34 Sound level is low or sound is distorted Sound signal reception may be deteriorated Set MPX p 24 in the Sound Menu to Mono No sound is produced Is Sound mute active p 10 Is the volume set to the minimum Blurry or distorted image no sound or low volume Reset channel p 32 No image can be displayed Is Colour or Contrast in the Picture Menu set to the minimum ...

Page 53: ...hanging check aerial If problem persists consult your local TV aerial installer Check that the aerial and antenna cable are designed for DVB For your safety the aerial and cable should be inspected installed by a licenced installer that should comply with Australian Standard AS1417 1 Interference known as impulse noise from household appliances such as light switches fridges etc may cause picture ...

Page 54: ...s the TV in Teletext mode p 18 The programme cannot be selected Is the programme skipped p 29 TV goes into Standby mode Off Timer function is activated The TV enters Standby mode about 30 mins after analogue broadcasting ends The remote control does not work Are the batteries installed correctly p 7 Has the TV been switched On TH L26X10A_EN indb 54 TH L26X10A_EN indb 54 8 7 09 10 05 28 AM 8 7 09 1...

Page 55: ...s VIDEO RCA PIN Type x 1 1 0 V p p 75 COMPONENT Y 1 0 V p p including synchronization PB CB PR CR 0 35 V p p AV2 Input AUDIO L R RCA PIN Type x 2 0 5 V rms VIDEO RCA PIN Type x 1 1 0 V p p 75 COMPONENT Y 1 0 V p p including synchronization PB CB PR CR 0 35 V p p AV3 Input AUDIO L R RCA PIN Type x 2 0 5 V rms VIDEO RCA PIN Type x 1 1 0 V p p 75 S VIDEO Mini DIN 4 pin Y 1 0 V p p 75 C 0 286 V p p 75...

Page 56: ...nearest Authorised Service Centre Send or bring the product to a Panasonic Authorised Service Centre together with your proof of purchase receipt as a proof of purchase date Please note that freight and insurance to and or from your nearest Authorised Service Centre must be arranged by you Note that home or pick up delivery service is available for the following products in the major metropolitan ...

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