TV Operating Instructions LCD TV Model No. TX-20LA80F TX-20LA80FS OFF TIMER GUIDE TV/AV EXIT TEXT F.P. INDEX HOLD 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 C 0 VCR ASPECT N REC VCR DVD PROGRAMME English 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.
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media excitement Enjoy rich multi-media Camcorder Set top box Contents Be Sure to Read Safety Precautions 4 (Warning / Caution) Notes 5 Maintenance 5 Quick Start Guide Accessories / Options 6 Identifying Controls 7 Connection 8 Auto Setup 9 Quick Start Guide Ampli er with Speaker system VCR DVD recorder DVD player Enjoy your TV! Basic Features Watching TV 10 Watching Videos and DVDs 11 Viewing Teletext 12 Advanced Features How to Use Menu Functions 14 (picture, sound quality, etc.) Editing and Setting Channels 16 External Equipment 18 (Connections) FAQs, etc. Technical Information 20 FAQs 21 Speci cations 23 Viewing Advanced FAQs, etc. 3
Safety Precautions Warnings and 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 re.) 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 damage the mains lead. (A damaged lead may cause re or electrical shock.) Do not move the TV 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. If you nd any abnormality, remove the mains plug immediately! (such as strange smell or smoke) AC 220-240 V 50 Hz 4 Do not remove covers NEVER modify the unit yourself (High-voltage components may cause serious electrical shock.) Have the unit checked, adjusted, or repaired at your local Panasonic dealer. Do not place foreign objects inside the unit Do not let any objects drop into the unit through the air vents ( re or electrical shock may result). Do not expose to direct sunlight and other sources of heat Avoid exposing the TV set to direct sunlight and other sources of heat. To prevent re never place any type of candle or naked ame on top or near the TV set. Keep liquids away from the TV To prevent damage which may result in re or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to dripping or splashing. Do not place containers with water ( ower vase, cups, cosmetics, etc.) above the set. (including on shelves above, etc.) Do not expose this TV set to rain or excessive moisture. Do not place the TV on an unstable surface Use only the dedicated stands / mounting equipment Using an unauthorized stand or other xtures may make the unit unstable, risking injury. Be sure to ask your local Panasonic dealer to perform setup. Use optional stands / mounts (p. 6).
Notes When cleaning the TV unit, remove the mains plug (Cleaning an energized unit may cause electrical shock.) Remove the mains plug from the wall socket when TV is not in use for a prolonged period of time. Remove the mains plug from the wall socket before connecting or disconnecting any leads. This TV will still consume some power even in the Standby mode, as long as the mains plug is still connected to a live socket outlet. On / switch see page 7. Allow suf cient space around the unit for radiated heat 10 Do not block the rear air vents Ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items such as newspapers, tablecloths and curtains. Keep the TV away from this equipment Electronic equipment In particular, do not place video equipment too close the TV (electromagnetic interference may distort images / sound). Equipment with an infrared sensor Remote Controller of this TV also emits infrared rays (this may affect operation of other equipment). 10 10 7 (cm) Do not expose your ears to excessive sound pressure from headphones. Irreversible damage can be caused. Maintenance First, remove the mains plug from the socket outlet. Display panel Daily care: Gently wipe the surface clean of dirt by using a soft cloth. Detail: Wipe the surface clean using a soft cloth dampened with clean water or water containing a small amount of neutral detergent. Then, using a soft dry cloth, evenly wipe the surface clean until it is dry. Caution The surface of the display panel has been specially treated and may be easily damaged. Do not tap or scratch the surface with your ngernail or other hard object. Use care not to subject the surface to bug repellent, solvent, thinner, or other volatile substances (this may degrade surface quality). Cabinet Daily care: Wipe the surface clean using a soft dry cloth. Detail: Dampen a soft cloth with clean water or water containing a small amount of neutral detergent. Then, wring the cloth and wipe the surface clean with it. Finally, wipe the surface clean with a dry cloth. Caution Use care not to subject the TV unit's surfaces to detergent. (A liquid inside the TV unit could lead to product failure.) Use care not to subject surfaces to bug repellent, solvent, thinner, or other volatile substances (this may deteriorate the surface by peeling the paint). Do not allow the cabinet to make contact with a rubber or PVC substance for a long time. Mains plug Wipe the mains plug with a dry cloth at regular intervals. (Moisture and dust may lead to re or electrical shock.) 5
N TV Accessories / Options Standard accessories Remote Control Transmitter EUR765101C 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 C 0 Check that you have the accessories and items shown Batteries for the Remote Control Transmitter (2) R6 (UM3) Operating Instructions Pan European Guarantee Card Clamper Installing remote's batteries 1 Pull open 2 + - + - Close Hook Note the correct polarity (+ or -) Caution Incorrect installation may cause battery leakage and corrosion, resulting in damage to the remote control unit. Do not mix old and new batteries. Do not mix different battery types (such as alkaline and manganese batteries). Do not use rechargeable (Ni-Cd) batteries. Do not burn or breakup batteries (see page 24). 6 Optional accessories Wall-hanging bracket TY-WK23LR2W WARNING! Failure to use a Panasonic bracket or choosing to mount the unit yourself will be done at the risk of the consumer. Any damage resulting from not having a professional installer mount your unit will void your warranty. Always be sure to ask a quali ed technician to carry out set-up. Incorrect tting may cause equipment to fall, resulting in injury and product damage. Do not mount the unit directly below ceiling lights (such as spotlights, oodlights or halogen lights) which typically give off high heat. Doing so may warp or damage plastic cabinet parts. Wall type of equipment shall not be grounded by metalic means in the wall. Take care when xing wall brackets to the wall. Always ensure that there are no electrical cables or pipes in the wall before hanging bracket. 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. How to remove the TV Stand Remove four screws and take the TV Stand. Rear of the TV
Identifying Controls AV2 Headphones jack (p. 19) Function select ( ) Volume / Backlight / Contrast / Brightness / Colour / Sharpness / Tint (NTSC mode) / Bass / Treble / Balance / Tuning mode (p. 16) S-V V L R AV2 terminals (p. 19) Switches TV to On or Standby (On / switch in On position) Programme Guide (p. 10) Select / Power lamp standby : red on : green ( ) Press to access the Picture, Sound and Setup menus ( ) Teletext (p. 12) Viewing a favourite teletext channel (p. 12) Changes programme / channel (p. 10) Direct channel access During normal TV viewing or when in the Tuning, Programme edit or Manual tuning menus, press and then enter channel number using the numeric buttons Press twice to change to the Cableband mode ( ) Remote control signal receiver GUIDE TEXT F.P. VCR TV/AV EXIT INDEX HOLD 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 C 0 On / switch Increases or decreases the programme position by one. When a function is already displayed, press to increase or decrease the selected function. When in Standby mode, switches TV On. OFF TIMER Store setting (p. 16) Used to store tuning and other function settings ( ) Sound mute On / OFF TIMER (p. 15) Switches TV/AV Switches TV/AV (To watch videos or DVDs) (p. 11) button to con rm selections and choices. Press after selecting programme positions to quickly change programme. EXIT (Returns to TV screen) Coloured buttons (used for various functions) (for example, see p. 12) Still Picture (p. 10) Teletext Index (p. 12) Programme Information (p. 10) Volume Quick Start Guide Identifying Controls Accessories / Options Selects programmes in sequence Normalizes (p. 14) (Resets settings) ASPECT N REC VCR DVD Changes aspect ratio (p. 10) PROGRAMME VCR / DVD operations (p. 11) TV 7
Connection External equipments and cables shown in this manual are not supplied with this TV. Please ensure that the unit is disconnected from the mains before attaching or disconnecting any leads. Rear of the TV Watching TV VHF / UHF aerial Mains lead (Connect after all the other connections.) AV1 Rear terminal portion (enlarged view) SCART cable (fully wired) To record TV programmes DVD Recorder or VCR RF OUT RF IN RF cable 8
Auto Setup Search and store TV channels automatically. These steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed your local dealer. 1 Turn the TV On with the On / switch You can now use the remote control to turn On the unit or turn the unit to standby mode. (Power lamp: On) 2 Select your country Country Deutschland Österreich France Italia España Portugal Nederland Danmark Sverige Norge Suomi Belgium Schweiz ELLADA Polska Česká republika Magyarország E.Eu select Start ATP Manual tune OSD Language English Select country Select language Exit For Belgium, Switzerland and E.Eu, select the desired language To set manually (p. 16) green Quick Start Guide 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 VCR 3 Start red Auto Setup Auto Setup will start to search Auto Connection Setup CH12 AUTO SETUP IN PROGRESS SEARCHING : PLEASE WAIT for TV channels and store them. TV 02 99:21 41 Exit Need help with operations? (example: Sound menu) Sound menu Bass Treble Balance MPX Mode Ambience Stereo Music Auto Setup is now complete and your TV is ready for viewing. To edit channels "Programme edit" (p. 16) Select Adjust Exit Return On-screen operation guide will help you. 9
Watching TV 1 Turn power on (for about 1 second) On / switch on unit should be On. GUIDE EXIT 2 Select a programme number 1 2 3 up 4 5 6 or 7 8 9 down 0 VCR VCR HOLD 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 C 0 Volume To select the two-digit programme number, e.g. 39 3 9 (in a short time) Select from the Programme table GUIDE select page select programme ASPECT watch TV Programme Guide Prog. Name Chan. VCR : 1 : 2 : 3 : 4 : 5 : 6 : 7 : 8 : 9 : 10 : 11 : 12 : Das Erste ZDF RTL CH21 CH44 CH51 CH41 CH47 CH23 CH26 CH58 - - - - - Prog. Name Chan. 13 : - 14 : - 15 : - 16 : - 17 : - 18 : - 19 : - 20 : - 21 : - 22 : - 23 : - 24 : - Other Useful Functions (Operate after ) Hold Freeze / unfreeze picture HOLD Display status information Change aspect ratio Display / hide status information Displayed information: Programme number / Programme name / Channel number / MPX mode (p. 14) / Sound system (p. 14) / Aspect mode Change the aspect ratio (p. 20) ASPECT 4 : 3 Each press changes the mode. ( Auto aspect / 16:9 / 4:3 ) While the bar is displayed red green 10
Watching Videos and DVDs It is possible to connect a variety of external equipment to the TV unit. Once the equipment is connected, use the following procedure to view the input. To connect the equipment (p. 18) TV/AV 1 With the equipment turned On Select the external input TV/AV (AV mode screen) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 VCR 2 Select the connector connected to the equipment Displays the selected connector PROGRAMME REC VCR DVD TV To return to TV TV/AV VCR DVD VCR / DVD switch Select VCR / DVD Standby Set to Standby mode / Turn on Play Playback VCR / DVD Stop Stop the operations red AV1 AV2/ S-video example: AV1 red Note Automatic Input selection - Input mode is automatically switched from TV to AV mode when the equipment connected via SCART terminal is operated. When the equipment is turned off, the TV is set to TV mode. If the external equipment has an aspect adjustment function, set to "4:3". For details, see the manual of the equipment or ask your local dealer. Panasonic equipment connected to the TV can be directly operated with the remote control. Rewind / Skip / Search VCR: Rewind, review (during playback) DVD: Skip to the previous track or title Press and hold to search backward green PROGRAMME REC Fast-forward / Skip / Search VCR: Fast-forward, cue (during playback) DVD: Skip to the next track or title Press and hold to search forward Pause Pause / Restart DVD: Press and hold for slow-motion play Programme Up / Down Select programme Record Start recording Viewing Watching Videos and DVDs Watching TV 11
Viewing Teletext You can enjoy teletext broadcasting, including news, weather forecasts and subtitles, if this service is provided by the broadcasters. What is FLOF mode? In FLOF mode, four differently coloured subjects are situated at the bottom of the display. To access more information about one of these subjects, press the appropriately coloured button. This facility enables fast access to information on the subjects shown. What is TOP mode? (in case of TOP text broadcasting) TOP Teletext makes the task of selecting the desired Teletext pages easier and shorter. In fact page access time is almost instantaneous, just press the button and the page appears. 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. 13) To change mode "Teletext" in Setup menu (p. 14) TEXT F.P. INDEX HOLD 1 Switch to Teletext TEXT Displays Index (content varies depending on the broadcasters) Current page number Sub page number << 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 >> TELETEXT INFORMATION Colour bar 17:51 28 Feb Time / date 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 VCR Select the page 2 1 2 3 up 4 5 6 or 7 8 9 0 VCR down or red green yellow blue (Corresponds to the colour bar) To adjust contrast As the blue bar is displayed To return to TV TEXT Using teletext conveniently Reveal hidden data Reveal hidden words e.g. quiz page answers Re-hide red red FULL / TOP / BOTTOM green (TOP) (BOTTOM) Normal (FULL) (Expand the BOTTOM half) 12
HOLD INDEX If you wish to hold the current page without updating Stop or resume automatic updating HOLD HOLD To resume Return to the main index page INDEX Call up a favourite pages F.P. Call up the page stored in "blue". Factory setting is "103". Store frequently viewed pages Store frequently viewed pages (only on rst 25 channels on Programme Guide) in the colour bar As page is displayed Corresponding colour button To change stored pages Colour button you want to change hold down The number changes to white. Enter new page number 1 2 3 hold down 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 VCR (List mode only) Viewing View sub page (Only when teletext is more than one page) View sub page To view speci c sub page blue Enter the 4-digit number example: P6 0 0 0 Sub pages: The number of sub pages varies depending on the broadcasters (up to 79 pages). It may take some time for searching, during which time you can watch TV. 6 Viewing Teletext Watch TV while waiting for update View thetv picture while searching for a teletext page Teletext automatically updates itself when new information becomes available. Changes to TV screen temporarily 108 Appears when updating is yellow completed yellow View the updated page (You cannot change the channel.) The news page provides a function that indicates arrival of latest news ("News Flash"). 13
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 in your own way. N TV EXIT 1 2 3 4 Display menu Main menu Picture menu Sound menu Setup menu Picture menu V iewing mode Backlight Contrast Brightness Colour Sharpness Tint Colour balance P-NR Picture menu V iewing mode Backlight Contrast Brightness Colour Sharpness Tint Colour balance P-NR Displays the functions that can be set (varies according to the input signal) Select the menu (example: Picture menu) Select the item Dynamic Normal Auto (example: Picture menu) Adjust or select Dynamic Normal Auto (example: Picture menu) select next select change store (Required by some functions) Menu list Menu Picture menu Sound menu Item Viewing mode Adjust by each viewing mode Bass Backlight, Contrast, Brightness,Colour, Sharpness Tint Treble Colour balance P-NR Balance MPX Mode Ambience AV1 out Teletext timer To return to TV EXIT To return to the previous screen Choose from among alternatives Colour balance Sharpness Tuning menu Number and positions of alternatives Normal Changed Adjust using the slide bar Go to the next screen To reset the setting N Moved Access Displays the next screen Setup menu Text language Programme edit Tuning menu Auto setup Manual tuning Fine tuning Colour system Volume correction OSD language Colour system Volume correction 14
Adjustments / Con gurations (alternatives) Basic picture mode (Dynamic / Normal / Cinema) Set for each input signal V iewing mode Dynamic Adjusts backlight, colour, brightness, etc. for each picture mode to suit your taste Adjusts tint of image Tint For NTSC signal reception only Backlight Contrast Brightness Colour Sharpness Chooses the colour balance of the entire image (Cool / Normal / Warm) Colour balance Normal Automatically reduces unwanted picture noise ( / Normal / Dynamic / Auto) P-NR Auto Adjusts the output level of deep bass (High Low) Bass Adjusts the output level of high-pitch, shrill sound (High Low) Treble Adjusts volume level of right and left speakers Select stereo / monaural (Mono / Stereo) Normally: Stereo Stereo signal cannot be received: Mono M1 / M2: Available while mono signal is transmitted Balance Improves sound quality for music and dramas (Music / Speech) Mode Music Gives a greater spatial effect by using dynamic enhancer ( / On) Ambience Chooses the signal to be transmitted from the TV to output (TV / AV2 / Monitor) Monitor: Image displayed on screen AV1 out Monitor Teletext display mode (TOP (FLOF) / List) (p. 12) Teletext TOP Sets the time the unit automatically turns. ( / 15 / 30 / 45 / 60 / 75 / 90 minutes) timer Selects teletext language (West / East1 / East2) West: English, French, German, Greek, Italian, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish East1: Czech, English, Estonian, Lettish, Rumanian, Russian, Ukrainian East2: Czech, Hungarian, Lettish, Polish, Rumanian MPX Text language Edits channels (p. 16) Programme edit Access Sets channels automatically (p. 16) Auto setup Sets channels manually (p. 16) Manual tuning Access Stereo West Access How to Use Menu Functions (picture, sound quality, etc.) Advanced Fine tuning of channels (during rain, etc.) Fine tuning Selects optional colour system depending on video signals (Auto / PAL / SECAM / M.NTSC) Colour system Auto Adjusts volume of individual stations Volume correction Changes language for on-screen displays OSD language Access Selects optional colour system based on video signals in AV mode Colour system Auto Adjusts volume for AV mode In AV mode, the Sound menu and Setup menu give a smaller number of options. Volume correction 15
Editing and Setting Channels The current channel settings can be changed according to your needs and reception conditions. 1 Display the menu TV EXIT 2 3 4 Select "Setup menu" Main menu Picture menu Sound menu Setup menu Select "Tuning menu" Setup menu AV1 Out Teletext timer Text language Tuning menu OSD language Tuning menu Programme edit Auto setup Manual tuning Fine tuning Colour system Volume correction Monitor TOP East2 Access Select the function Access Auto next select next select next select Edit channels Programme edit Delete Add Move Change channel number Change name Lock Change sound system 5 Set For Manual tuning, using To exit EXIT No data is stored if an Auto setup sequence is interrupted. the buttons on the unit ("Tuning mode" on p. 7) (Press repeatedly until "Tuning mode" appears) or (Access "Manual tuning") (Search, Change TV system, Change programme) or (Change programme or start searching channels) Set automatically Auto setup (Store) - (Repeat) To return to TV Programme number ( ash) Channel number ( ash) Sound system ( ash) 1 CH12 Manual tuning -, + : Search TV / AV : Move cursor STR : To store F : To exit 02 99:21 41 Channel ST R F - / + / TV / A V Set manually Manual tuning 16
Select the programme number to edit Programme edit Prog. Chan. Name Lock Sys 1 : 2 : 3 : 4 : 5 : CH44 CH51 CH41 CH47 CH37 ABC XYZ FTP 123 456 Edit To delete To add To move Programme edit Prog. Chan. Name Lock Sys 1 : 2 : 3 : 4 : 5 : CH44 CH51 CH41 CH47 CH37 ABC XYZ FTP 123 456 ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRST UVWXYZ+ -. 0123456789 To change the name of the broadcaster displayed when selecting channels Programme edit Prog. Chan. Name Lock Sys 1 : 2 : 3 : 4 : 5 : CH44 CH51 CH41 CH47 CH37 XYZ FTP 123 456 Usable characters Store red green yellow Cursor To change channel number select After con rming, press red After con rming, press green Select destination Select the "Name" eld Select the character To next character Programme number yellow Select the "Chan." eld Change number (can also be changed with "C" and number buttons) Repeat Name 3 FTP To lock Programme edit Prog. Chan. Name Lock Sys 1 : 2 : 3 : 4 : 5 : CH44 CH51 CH41 CH47 CH37 ABC XYZ FTP 123 456 Select the "Lock" eld Select "On" ("" to unlock) You cannot select the channel with number buttons or the "C" button when locked. To change sound system based on signals Programme edit Prog. Chan. Name Lock Sys 1 : 2 : 3 : 4 : 5 : CH44 CH51 CH41 CH47 CH37 ABC XYZ FTP 123 456 : PAL B, G / SECAM B, G SC2 : PAL I SC3 : PAL D, K / SECAM D, K F : SECAM L / L Select the "Sys" eld Select sound system Editing and Setting Channels Automatically set the channels received in the area Start Auto setup Select your country W ARNIN G All current tuning data will be erased Start ATP Exit Return set All previous settings are erased. When the sequence is completed, the broadcast of programme number "1" will appear. To freely change settings after Auto setup Select the programme number and search through the channel Country Deutschland Österreich France Italia España Portugal Nederland Danmark Sverige Norge Suomi Belgium Schweiz ELLADA Polska Česká republika Magyarország E.Eu Store Settings are made automatically select start CH12 AUTO SETUP IN PROGRESS SEARCHING : PLEASE WAIT 02 99:21 41 Exit Return Repeat and Advanced 1 CH12 Manual tuning 02 99:21 41 Search down/up Store Exit C 0 Return 9 Direct entry Programme number Channel search The programme number blinks. Note If a VCR is connected with only the RF cable, select programme number "0". 17
External Equipment AUDIO Connections External equipments and cables shown are not supplied with this TV. Connect VCR / DVD recorder (Recording, Playback) R L AV1 RGB VIDEO Rear of the TV Connect DVD player (Playback) AV2 Side of the TV Connect the S-VIDEO or VIDEO terminal. SCART VCR / DVD recorder S-V V S-V V L L R R AUDIO R L or DVD player AV1 RGB VIDEO Rear of the TV SCART Connect Set top box AV2 Side of the TV Connect the S-VIDEO or VIDEO terminal. S-V V S-V V L L R R AUDIO or R L Set top box AV1 RGB VIDEO Rear of the TV SCART Connect DVD recorder and VCR (example) AUDIO DVD recorder SCART R L AV1 RGB VIDEO Rear of the TV SCART VCR SCART 18
These diagrams show our recommendations for how to connect the TV unit to your various equipment. For other connections, consult the instructions of each equipment, the table below and the speci cations (p. 23). To listen with speakers Ampli er with speaker system RF cable AV2 Camcorder / Game equipment S-V (S-VIDEO) (M3 plug) V L R Headphones To watch satellite broadcasts (VIDEO) (AUDIO) To record / playback / watch AUDIO AV1 RGB VIDEO R L External Equipment Set top box SCART cable DVD Recorder / VCR / DVD Player SCART cable or Advanced Types of connectable equipment to each connector Recording / Playback (equipment) Connector AV1 AV2 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) : Recommended Connection 19
Technical Information Aspect Ratio Press the ASPECT button to move through the tree aspect options: Auto, 4:3 and 16:9 Auto Selecting AUTO mode of this TV will automatically cause the TV to display any incoming picture at its correct format, i.e. 16:9 or 4:3. 16:9 4:3 Auto Auto 4:3 4:3 will display a 4:3 picture at its standard 4:3 size and can be selected if you wish to view in this fornat. 4:3 4 : 3 16:9 16:9 will display a 16:9 picture at its standard 16:9 size and can be selected if you wish to view in this fornat. 16:9 16 : 9 SCART, S-video terminals information AV1 SCART terminal (RGB, VIDEO) Suitable inputs for AV1 include RGB (Red / Green / Blue). AV2 S-VIDEO 4 pin terminal Socket Earth CVBS out (video) CVBS earth Red in Red earth Green in Green earth Blue in Blue earth Audio out (L) Audio out (R) 21 19 17 15 13 11 9 7 5 3 1 20 18 16 14 12 10 8 6 4 2 CVBS in (video) RGB status earth Status RGB Earth -- -- Status CVBS Audio in (L) Audio earth Audio in (R) Chrominance in Chrominance earth Luminance in Luminance earth 20
FAQs Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to resolve the problem. If problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. White spots or shadow images (noise) Check the position, direction, and connection of the aerial.. There may be red spots, blue spots, green spots and black spots on the screen This is a characteristic of liquid crystal panels and is not a problem. The liquid crystal panel is built with very high precision technology giving you ne picture details. Occasionally, a few non-active pixels may appear on the screen as a xed point of red, green, blue or black. Please note this does not affect the performance of your LCD. The LCD panel moves slightly when it is pushed with a nger Clattered 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 nger, and clattered sound might be heard. This is not a malfunction. TV The remote control does not work Are the batteries installed correctly? (p. 6) Has the TV unit been switched On? Frequently Asked Questions Technical Information FAQs, etc. 21
FAQs Problem Chaotic image, noisy Actions Set "P-NR" in the Picture menu (to remove noise). (p. 14) Check nearby electrical products (car, motorcycle, uorescent lamp). Screen No image can be displayed Blurry or distorted image (no sound or low volume) Is "Colour" or "Contrast" in the Picture menu set to the minimum? (p. 14) Reset channels. (p. 16) Neither image nor sound is produced Is the unit in "AV mode"? Is the TV unit turned On? Is the mains lead plugged into the socket outlet? Check Picture menu (p. 14) and volume. Sound Other No sound is produced Sound level is low or sound is distorted TV unit goes into "Standby mode" An error message appears Is "Sound Mute" active? (p. 7) Is the volume set to the minimum? Sound signal reception may be deteriorated. Set "MPX" (p. 14) in the Sound menu to "Mono". The sleep function is activated. The TV unit enters "Standby mode" about 30 min. after broadcasting ends. Follow the message's instructions. If the problem persists, contact the authorized Service Centre. 22
Speci cations TX-20LA80F TX-20LA80FS Power Source AC 220-240 V, 50 Hz Power Consumption Average use Standby condition 52 W 1 W Display panel Aspect Ratio 4:3 Visible screen size 508 mm Number of pixels 307,200 (640 (W) 480 (H)) Audio Output 2 3 W RMS, 8 Headphones M3 (3.5 mm) Jack 1 Receiving Systems / Band name PAL B, G, I, SECAM B, G SECAM L / L VHF E2 - E12 VHF H1 - H2 (ITALY) VHF A - H (ITALY) UHF E21 - E69 CATV (S01 - S05) CATV S1 - S10 (M1 - M10) CATV S11 - S20 (U1 - U10) CATV S21 - S41 (Hyperband) PAL D, K, SECAM D, K VHF R1 - R2 VHF R3 - R5 VHF R6 - R12 UHF E21 - E69 PAL 525/60 :Playback of NTSC tape from some PAL Video re cord ers (VCR). M.NTSC :Playback from M. NTSC Video recorders (VCR). NTSC (AV input only) :Playback from NTSC Video recorders (VCR). Aerial - Rear VHF / UHF Operating Conditions Temperature : 5 C - 35 C Humidity : 5 % - 90 % RH (non-condensing) Teletext pages 100 Connection Terminals AV1 (Scart terminal) AV2 21 Pin terminal (Audio/Video in, Audio/Video out, RGB in) VIDEO RCA PIN Type 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 ) AUDIO L - R RCA PIN Type 2 0.5 V[rms] Output AUDIO L - R RCA PIN Type 2 0.5 V[rms] (high impedance) Dimensions ( W H D ) Including TV stand 498 mm 484 mm 233 mm Speci cations Frequently Asked Questions TV set only 498 mm 443 mm 98 mm Weight Note 7,5 kg Net Design and Speci cations are subject to change without notice. Weight and Dimensions shown are approximate. This equipment complies with the EMC standards listed below. EN55013:2001+A1:2003, EN55020:2002+A1:2003+A2:2005, EN61000-3-2:2000+A2:2006, EN61000-3-3:1995+A1:2001, FAQs, etc. 23
Information on Disposal for Users of Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (private households) This symbol on the products and/or accompanying documents means that used electrical and electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling, please take these products to designated collection points, where they will be accepted on a free of charge basis. Alternatively, in some countries you may be able to return your products to your local retailer upon the purchase of an equivalent new product. Disposing of this product correctly will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling. Please contact your local authority for further details of your nearest designated collection point. Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national legislation. For business users in the European Union If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your dealer or supplier for further information. Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union This symbol is only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal. Customer s Record The model number and serial number of this product may be found on its rear panel. You 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 identi cation in the event of theft or loss, and for Warranty Service purposes. Model Number Serial Number 2008CS Printed in Poland