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FAQs

Before requesting service or assistance, please follow 

these simple guides to solve the problem.

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For details, refer to [eHELP] (Support > FAQs).

The TV does not switch on

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Check the mains lead is plugged into the TV and the 

mains socket.

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The fuse in the mains plug may have blown. Replace 

it with one of an identical rating.   

(p. 3)

The TV goes into Standby mode

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Auto power standby function is activated.

The remote control does not work or is intermittent

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Are the batteries installed correctly?   

(p. 13)

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Has the TV been switched on?

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The batteries may be running low. Replace them with 

new ones.

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Point the remote control directly at the TV’s remote 

control signal receiver (within about 7 m and a  

30 degree angle of the signal receiver).

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Situate the TV away from sunshine or other sources 

of bright light so they do not shine on the TV’s remote 

control signal receiver.

No image is displayed

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Check the TV is turned on.

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Check the mains lead is plugged into the TV and the 

mains socket.

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Check the correct input mode is selected.

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Check the setting of [AV2] ([COMPONENT] / 

[VIDEO]) in [Input Selection] to match the signal being 

output by the external equipment.

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Is [Backlight], [Contrast], [Brightness] or [Colour] in 

the Picture Menu set to the minimum?

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Check all required cables and connections are firmly 

in place.

An unusual image is displayed

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This TV has a built-in Self Test. Makes a diagnosis of 

picture or sound problems.  

  

[TV Self Test] (Help Menu)

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Turn the TV off with Mains power On / Off switch, 

then turn it on again.

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If the problem persists, initialise all settings.  

  

[Shipping Condition] in [System Menu] (Setup 

Menu)

Parts of the TV become hot

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Parts of the TV may become hot. These temperature 

rises do not pose any problems in terms of 

performance or quality.

When pushed with a finger, the display panel moves 

slightly and makes a noise

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There is a little gap around the panel to prevent 

damage to the panel. This is not a malfunction.

Check you can get Freeview HD in your area. 

Text your postcode, followed by your house 

number or name to 

80560

*

. Or visit 

freeview.

co.uk

*

e.g. NW96NY1 (Costs no more than a normal text.)

To get the most up to date service from Freeview it is 

important for Freeview customers to retune from time 

to time.

How do I re-tune my Freeview TV ?

This is a quick reference. If you have any problems, 

check the Operating Instructions or ask a friend or 

family member to show you how. Alternatively, go 

to your local electrical retailer, contact your local 

Panasonic dealer or visit 

freeview.co.uk/retune

Re-tuning only takes a few minutes, just follow the 

steps below:
1. Press the TV button to select DVB mode.
2. Press the MENU button to open the main menu.
3. [Setup]   [DVB Tuning Menu]   [Auto Setup]
Please note: most digital TV recorders will keep your 

original recordings after running a re-tune but you will 

need to reset any future recordings.

Summary of Contents for Viera TX-40CX680B

Page 1: ...s product and retain them for future reference Please carefully read the Safety Precautions of this manual before use The images shown in this manual are for illustrative purposes only English Model No TX 40CX680B TX 50CX680B TX 55CX680B For more detailed instructions please refer to eHELP Built in Operating Instructions How to use eHELP p 15 M0215 0 English ...

Page 2: ...ions 3 Quick Start Guide Accessories 6 Connections 8 Identifying Controls 12 First time Auto Setup 14 Using your VIERA Watching TV 15 How to Use eHELP 15 Others FAQs 16 Maintenance 17 Specifications 17 For information about the trademarks refer to eHELP Support Licence ...

Page 3: ... Warning If you detect anything unusual immediately switch off the mains supply switch and remove the mains plug IMPORTANT THE MOULDED MAINS PLUG FOR YOUR SAFETY PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY This TV is supplied with a moulded 3 pin mains plug for your safety and convenience A 5 amp fuse is fitted in this mains plug Shall the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the replacement f...

Page 4: ... unstable surfaces and ensure that the TV does not hang over the edge of the base This TV is designed for table top use Do not expose the TV to direct sunlight and other sources of heat To prevent the spread of fire keep candles or other open flames away from this product at all times Suffocation Choking Hazard Warning The packaging of this product may cause suffocation and some of the parts are s...

Page 5: ...ntilation Moving the TV Caution Before moving the TV disconnect all cables Move the TV with at least two people When not in use for a long time Caution This TV will still consume some power even in the Off mode as long as the mains plug is still connected to a live mains socket Remove the mains plug from the wall socket when the TV is not in use for a prolonged period of time Excessive volume Caut...

Page 6: ...uctions Production Registration Leaflet Accessories may not be placed all together Take care not to throw them away unintentionally For information about the optional accessories refer to eHELP Support Optional accessories Assembling Removing the pedestal 40 inch model Assembly screw 4 M5 10 Assembly screw 4 M4 12 Bracket 2 Base Assembling the pedestal 1 A C D ...

Page 7: ...English 7 2 B 3 50 inch model 55 inch model Assembly screw 4 M5 15 Assembly screw 4 M4 12 Bracket 2 Base 50 inch model 55 inch model Assembling the pedestal A C D 1 2 ...

Page 8: ...ocket before attaching or disconnecting any cables Check the terminal type and cable plugs are correct for connection Use a fully wired HDMI compliant cable Use a fully wired SCART cable Keep the TV away from electronic equipment video equipment etc or equipment with an infrared sensor otherwise distortion of image sound may occur or operation of other equipment may be affected Please also read th...

Page 9: ...rmly into place When disconnecting the mains lead be absolutely sure to disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket first Aerial TV RF cable Terrestrial aerial For DVB Analogue AV devices DVD Recorder VCR TV RF cable SCART cable DVD Recorder VCR Terrestrial aerial DVD Recorder VCR Satellite receiver TV RF cable SCART cable HDMI cable Terrestrial aerial DVD Recorder VCR Satellite receiver ...

Page 10: ... HDMI cable 4K compatible equipment Connect the 4K compatible equipment to HDMI terminal and you can watch contents of 4K format When connecting to HDMI terminal use a 4K compatible cable Other connections DVD Player COMPONENT equipment TV Listening Viewing DVD Player Camcorder Game equipment VIDEO equipment TV Listening Viewing Camcorder Game equipment Amplifier listening with external speakers U...

Page 11: ...e completely in the correct direction as shown Normally encrypted channels will appear Viewable channels and their features depend on the CI module If encrypted channels do not appear Common Interface in the Setup Menu There might be some CI modules in the market with older firmware versions that do not work fully interoperable with this new CI v1 3 TV In this case please contact your content prov...

Page 12: ...text pages Sets characters When in Standby mode switches TV on 12 eHELP Displays eHELP Built in Operating Instructions 13 Input mode selection TV switches to DVB Analogue mode AV switches to AV input mode from Input Selection list 14 Aspect Changes aspect ratio 15 Subtitles Displays subtitles 16 Exit Returns to the normal viewing screen 17 Netflix Accesses NETFLIX service directly A broadband netw...

Page 13: ...l 2 Ambient sensor Senses brightness to adjust picture quality when Ambient Sensor in the Picture Menu is set to On 3 Power LED Red Standby Green On Orange Standby with some functions network function etc active The LED blinks when the TV receives a command from the remote control 4 Input mode selection Press repeatedly until you reach the desired mode Main Menu Press and hold for about 3 seconds ...

Page 14: ...turn to the previous item if available Select Home Select Home for use in a home viewing environment Shop is for shop display To change the viewing environment later on the set will need to have all settings initialised by accessing Shipping Condition Set up the network connection Select your country Select your region Auto Setup is now complete and the TV is ready for viewing If tuning has failed...

Page 15: ...ng instructions built into the TV and gives a more detailed explanation for a better understanding of the operation of each feature 1 Display eHELP or Help eHELP If the eHELP has been accessed previously since the TV was turned on the confirmation screen is displayed to select whether to go to the First page or to the Last viewed page 2 Select the category and item Category field Item field select...

Page 16: ...splayed This TV has a built in Self Test Makes a diagnosis of picture or sound problems TV Self Test Help Menu Turn the TV off with Mains power On Off switch then turn it on again If the problem persists initialise all settings Shipping Condition in System Menu Setup Menu Parts of the TV become hot Parts of the TV may become hot These temperature rises do not pose any problems in terms of performa...

Page 17: ...ake care not to tap or scratch the surface with your fingernail or other hard objects Do not allow the cabinet and pedestal to make contact with a rubber or PVC substance for a long time This may degrade surface quality Mains plug Wipe the mains plug with a dry cloth at regular intervals Moisture and dust may cause fire or electrical shock Specifications TV Model No 40 inch model TX 40CX680B 50 in...

Page 18: ...nd PAL 525 60 Playback of NTSC tape from some PAL Video recorders VCR or NTSC disc playback from DVD player and recorder M NTSC Playback from M NTSC Video recorders VCR NTSC AV input only Playback from NTSC Video recorders VCR Aerial input UHF VHF UHF Operating conditions Temperature 0 C 35 C Humidity 20 80 RH non condensing Built in wireless LAN Standard compliance and Frequency range IEEE802 11a...

Page 19: ...racket installation Rear of the TV a b 40 inch model a 200 mm b 200 mm 50 inch model 55 inch model a 400 mm b 400 mm View from the side Depth of screw 40 inch model minimum 9 mm maximum 27 mm 50 inch model minimum 9 mm maximum 26 mm 55 inch model minimum 10 mm maximum 16 mm Diameter M6 Screw for fixing the TV onto the wall hanging bracket not supplied with the TV ...

Page 20: ...4 844 3899 For customers within Ireland 01289 8333 Monday Friday 9 00am 5 00pm Excluding public holidays For further support on your product please visit our website www panasonic co uk Direct Sales at Panasonic UK Order accessory and consumable items for your product with ease and confidence by phoning our Customer Communications Centre Monday Friday 9 00am 5 00pm Excluding public holidays Or go ...

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