Panasonic TC-L32C12 Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions

32" Class 720p LCD HDTV

(31.5 inches measured diagonally)

Manual de instrucciones

Televisi6n de alta definici6n de 720p y clase 32" de LCD

(31,5 pulgadas medidas diagonalmente)

Model No.

NQmero de modelo

TC-L32C12

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For assistance

(U.S.A./Puerto

Rico), please call:

1-ST7-95-VlERA

(958-4372)

or visit us at www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

For assistance

(Canada), please call:

1-866-330-0014

or visit us at www.vieraconcierge.ca

Para solicitar ayuda (EE.UU./Puerto

Rico), Ilame al:

1-877-95-VIERA

(958-4372)

6 visitenos en www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

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Page 1 Guia do inicJo pido (vea la pagina 8-16) For assistance (U.S.A./Puerto Rico), please call: 1-ST7-95-VlERA (958-4372) or visit us at www.panasonic.com/contactinfo For assistance (Canada), please call: 1-866-330-0014 or visit us at www.vieraconcierge.ca Para solicitar ayuda (EE.UU./Puerto Rico), Ilame al: 1-877-95-VIERA (958-4372) 6 visitenos en www.panasonic.com/contactinfo...
Page 2 Multimedia Interface VIERA LinW M is a trademark trademarks or registered trademarks SDHC Logo is a trademark. Panasonic Corporation. HDMI Licensing LLC. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. HDAVI Control TM is a trademark DOLBY and the double-D symbol are Panasonic Corporation.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Please read before using the unit @ Safety Precautions ........Enjoy your TV! Basic Features @ Watching TV ..........@ Using VIERATOOLS ......... @ Viewing from SD Card ....... @ Watching Videos and DVDs ....... @ Displaying PC Screen on TV ..... 24 Advanced Features @ How to Use Menu Functions...
Page 4: Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions arrowhead withina triangleis CAU TIO N intended to tellthe userthat & Th0,,ghtn,% partsinsidethe productarea riskof electricshockto persons, The exclamation point within a triangle is intended to tell the user that important WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover...
Page 5 (All of the following accessories are manufactured by Panasonic Corporation) • Wall-hanging bracket: TY-WK3L2RW Always be sure to ask a qualified technician to carry out set-up.
Page 6 The consumer electronics industry (of which Panasonic is a member) is committed to making home entertainment enjoyable and safe. To prevent personal injury or death, be sure to follow the following safety...
Page 7 Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Panasonic Corp. of North America could void the user's authority to operate this device. FCC Declaration of Conformity Model No.
Page 8 [] Quick Setup Guide [] Customer Care Plan Card (U.S.A) Optional Accessory Wall-hanging bracket ® TY-WK3L2RW 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. [i]E4j i _"1111 i [_ n ==[=-]1 = [=.] a l [oliF.&L'41 i_R1 i (=.] i [=._...
Page 9 Do not use the pedestal if it becomes warped or physically damaged. ® If you use the pedestal when it is physically damaged, personal injury may result. Contact your nearest Panasonic Dealer immediately. During set-up, make sure that all screws are securely tightened.
Page 10 ® Not all cables and external equipment shown in this book are supplied with the TV. ÷ For more details on the external equipment's connections, please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment. ® For additional assistance, visit us at: www.panasonic.com www.panasonic.ca...
Page 11 • _'(P':,I ill m]['.IV • I_T_ Ii (_o] IT_I_ ;|1| [ol (_o] _o] m]m[_o,],Ulm[o (o[_1 (oV_ o).:. To.] ) DVD Recorder AV Equipment If the source has a higher resolution signal VHF/UHF Antenna (e.g. DVD Recorder (480p/720p/10800, connection can be made with or VCR) the use of a Component Video or HDMI cable.
Page 12 Basic Connection (Continued) I a_:_l iil |] _11_ t_o] | l |[_I I|[o I I_TA I j f_o] lo[:.] e kVLI,] .'_l !.:1 |[o!.:_,1 _ Iri(:.!f_:.] kvL_ You can enjoy high-definition Satellite programming by subscribing DVD Recorder Receiver high-definition satellite service. Connection can be done with the use of HDMI or Component...
Page 13 use HDMI terminals ® Connecting to the HDMI terminals will enable you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality sound. ® For "VlERA Link TMconnections", please refer to p. 31. use COMPONENT terminals @PB vC/CIOMPONuETNT blue I blue uo,o © R OUT ®...
Page 14 Identifying Controls Front of the TV in sequence p/down ations ges the input mode Chooses menu and submenu entries. Power indicator (on: red, off: no light) Remote control sensor Within about 23 feet (7 meters) in front of the TV set. ®...
Page 15 First Time Setup "First time setup" is displayed only when the TV is turned on for the first time after the power cord is inserted into a wall outlet and when "Auto power on" (p. 28-29) is set to "No", Turn the TV On with the POWER...
Page 16 First Time Setup (Continued) Auto channel setup _) Select "ANT/Cable setup" _)next d)select (2_Select "ANT in" Cable: Cable Antenna: Antenna ¢_set Llpselect Not used: Skip TV tuning o_,,go to O Select "Not used" when no wire is connected to the "Antenna/Cable" terminal.
Page 17: Watching Tv
Watching TV Connect the TV to a cable box/cable, set-topbox, satellite box or antenna cable (p. 10-13) [011ll!_li_J iTi'I,1 i [o r_ I i [=.]i i i i i [i,]11 [o] i i_ Turn power on POWER INPUT ® If the mode is not TV, press _ select TV.
Page 18 Watching TV (Continued) • Other Useful Functions (Operate after O) • Displays or removes the channel banner. Clock INFO Channel Station Signal Picture Sleep timer identifier indication resolution mode remaining time Closed caption Rating Level Aspect ratio • Press FORMAT to cycle through the aspect...
Page 19: Using Vieratools
Using VIERA TOOLS VIERATOOLS are the easy way to access high use menu items. They are displayed as shortcut icons on the TV screen. Unlike a conventional menu, you can enjoy using, playing or setting a function quickly. Display VIERA TOOLS Select the item Displayed "VlERA Link control"...
Page 20 Viewing from an SD Card You can view photos taken with a digital camera or digital video camera and saved on an SD card. (Media other than SD Cards may not be reproduced properly.) Insert the SD card This setting will be skipped next time unless you select "Set later". Set "SD card setting"...
Page 21 VIERA IMAGE VIEWER The VIERA Image Viewer is a function that lets you easily view still and motion images on a VIERA television by simply inserting an SD card into the VlERA SD card slot. ® Insert the card ® Remove the card O Compliant card type (maximum "h...
Page 22: Videos And Dvds
Watching Videos and DVDs If you have applicable equipment connected to the TV, you can watch videos and DVDs on the TV's screen. You can select the external equipment to access. Display the Input select menu With the connected equipment turned INPUT Press corresponding...
Page 23 If you connect equipment that has the "HDAVI Control" function to a TV using an HDMI cable, you will find it easier to use. Please refer to p. 30-35. Before using these functions, you need to set "VIERA Link" setting to "On" as shown below. Display menu MENU...
Page 24: Pc Screen On Tv
Displaying PC Screen on TV The screen of the PC connected to the unit can be displayed on the TV. You can also listen to PC sound with the audio cable connected. To connect PC (p. 43) INPUT Display the Input select menu Select "PC"...
Page 25 • PC menu setting (change as desired) ¢ Makingsettings_ "Howto UseMenu Functions"@ to 0 (P.26) Menu Item Adjustments/Configurations (options) Reset to defaults Resets PC adjust @ H & V: The H and V sync signals are input from the HD/VD connector. (p.
Page 26: How To Use Menu Functions
How to Use Menu Functions • Menu list Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, other functions so that you can enjoy watchin 9 TV best suited for you, Menu Item " Display menu Reset to defaults MENU Picture mode...
Page 27 Adj ustments/Configurations (alternatives) Resets all picture adjustments to factory default settings except for "Advanced picture". IReset to defaults IPict ..de _"_] Basic picture mode (VividlStandardlCinemalCustom) (p. 47) I Back light Adjusts luminance of the back light. Adjusts color, brightness, etc.
Page 28 How to Use Menu Functions • Menu list Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, Menu Item other functions so that you can enjoy watchin 9 TV best suited for you, Display menu Channel surf mode MENU Language Clock...
Page 29 (Continued) Adj ustments/Configurations (alternatives) Sets the mode to select the channel with Channel up/down button (All/Favorite/Digital only/Analog only) ÷ Favorite: Only channels registered as FAVORITE (p. 18) Selects the screen menu language (p. 15) [Language Adjusts the clock (p. 15) [Clock Sets channels (p.
Page 30: Hdavl Control Tm
Panasonic "HDAVI Control" equipped components using one button on the TV remote. Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with Panasonic products which have the "HDAVI Control" function. This TV supports "HDAVI Control 4" function. Connections to the equipment (DVD recorder DIGA, HD Camcorder, Player theatre, RAM theater, Amplifier, etc.) with...
Page 31 HDMI is output using "DIGITAL AUDIO OUT" of this unit, the system switches to 2CH audio. (When connecting to an AV amp via HDMI, you can enjoy higher sound quality.) ® For details about HDMI cable for connecting Panasonic HD camcorder, read the manual for the equipment.
Page 32 VIERA LinkTM "HDAVI Control TM''* Display menu MENU Select "Setup" Select "VIERA Link settings" select next Select "VIERA Link" Select "On" (default is On) • Press to exit from Select settings a menu screen EXIT • Press to return to the previous screen RETURN...
Page 33: Vlera Link
® You cannot operate other functions while transmitting TV's information above except Power On/Off key operation. When you turn off this unit, the transmission will be interrupted (only when you are transmitting (.47 Channel information). Minimizes lip-sync delays between the picture and audio when you connect to a Panasonic theater system or Amplifier.
Page 34 VIERA LinkTM "HDAVI Control TM'' You can enjoy more convenient operation with the "HDAVI Control" function in the "VIERA Link" menu, For more details on the "HDAVl Control" function, refer to p. 30 Display VIERA Link menu Select the item Select •...
Page 35 You can select Home theater or TV speakers for audio output. mHome theater: Adjustment for equipment Control theater speakers with the TV's remote control. This function is available only when Panasonic Amplifier or Volume up / down Player theater is connected. _1_Select "Speaker output"...
Page 36: Lock
Lock You can lock specified channels or shows to prevent children from watching objectionable content. Display menu MENU Select "Lock" ,next You will be asked to enter your password each time you display the Lock menu. - 0_select a Lock Input your 4-digit password...
Page 37 ==To select the channel or the rating of the program to be locked Select up to 7 (1-7) channels to be blocked. These channels will be blocked regardless of the program rating. _1) Select "Mode" and set to "Custom" Select channel to lock.
Page 38: Editing And Setting Channels
Editing and Setting Channels The current channel settings can be changed according to your needs and reception conditions, Display menu MENU Select "Setup" - @next - 09select Select "ANTICable setup" - ¢_next ,select Select the function - @,next - (1)select •...
Page 39 Automatically searches and adds available channels to the memory, Select "ANT in" (3) Select a scanning mode (p. 16) ÷ Select Cable or Antenna Or select "Not used". (p. 16) ,,ok (_ Select "Auto program" select -(2]next Settings are made automatically -@select ®...
Page 40: Closed Caption
Closed Caption Display menu MENU Select "Closed caption" = r2_.next - (li_select • Press to exit from a menu screen EXIT The television includes a built-in decoder that is capable of providing a text display of the audio. The program being viewed must be transmitting Closed caption (CC) information.
Page 41: Input Labels
Input Labels Display menu MENU Select "Setup" next <<select Select "Input labels" next - ¢!bselect _'¢_. •-_ (.f) • Press to exit from a menu screen EXIT Devices connected to external input terminals can be labeled for easier identification during input selection.
Page 42: Using Timer
Using Timer The TV can automatically turn On/Off at the designated date and time. ® The Clock must be set before On time/Off time settings. (p. 15) ® The "Sleep" timer and "On / Off timer" will not work if the "Auto power on" (p. 28) is set. Display menu MENU...
Page 43: Av Connections
TV unit to your various equipment. For other connections, consult the instructions for each piece of equipment and its specifications. For additional assistance, please visit our website at: www.panasonic.com www.panasonic.ca AC 110-127 V 60 Hz...
Page 44: Ratings List For Lock
Ratings List for Lock "V-chip" technology enables you to lock channels or shows according to standard ratings set by the entertainment industry. (p. 37) • U.S. MOVIE RATINGS (MPAA) NO RATING (NOT RATED) AND NA (NOT APPLICABLE) PROGRAMS. Movie which has not been rated or where ratinq does not apply.
Page 45: Technical Information
Technical Information I_ [o],."I_olion.1 o] q[o] | • I[_OiJ ® For viewing the CC of digital broadcasting, set the aspect to FULL (If viewing with H-FILL JUST, ZOOM or 4:3; characters might be cut off). ® The CC can be displayed on the TV if the receiver (such as a set-top box or satellite receiver) has the CC set On using the Component or HDMI connection...
Page 46 @ Back up the recorded data at regular intervals in case of deteriorated or damaged data or erratic operation of the unit. (Panasonic is not liable for any deterioration or damage of recorded data.) I,:'] D ][e_l'tl.IIvr.1 i iffi[aJ_[_'1...
Page 47 VA I II .Nr_'11 ?,,,,.LU =I;7-'\Vl [ S_O] , li'_1 lh'fll HDMI connections to some Panasonic equipment allow you to interface automatically. (p. 30) ® This function may not work normally depending on the equipment condition. ® The equipment can be operated...
Page 48 Technical Information (Continued) ilRr ' ®Aspect Ratio: ® The width will be decreased on both sides to Size 2 reduce noise. ®Aspect Ratio: FULL/JUST(H-FILL/ZOOM) ® The width will be increased on both sides to reduce noise. See pages 26-27 for more information * Mark: Applicable input signal for Component (Y, PB, PR), HDMI and PC...
Page 49: Care And Cleaning
Care and Cleaning First, unplug the Power cord plug from the wall outlet. 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, lint-flee cloth in diluted mild liquid dish soap (1 part mild liquid dish soap diluted by 100 times the amount of water) and then wring the cloth to remove excess liquid.
Page 50: Faq
Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to resolve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer or Panasonic Service Center for assistance. For details (p. 54, 55) For additional assistance, please contact us via the website at: www.panasonic.com/contactinfo...
Page 51 Ifthis does n ot s olve t he problem, please contact your local Panasonic dealer, quoting the model number and serial number (both f ound o nthe rear o fthe TV). The LCD panel ismade upofafew million pixels a nd is...
Page 52: Specifications
Specifications VGA, SVGA, XGA, WXGA, SXGA Horizontal scanning frequency 31 - 69 kHz Vertical scanning frequency 59 - 86 Hz VHF/UHF: 2-69, CATV: 1-135 32 °F - 95 °F (O°C - 35°C) Temperature: 20 % - 80 % RH (non-condensing) Humidity: VIDEO: RCA PIN Type x 1 1.0 V[p-p] (75 _)
Page 53: Limited Warranty
(for U.S.A.and Puerto Ricoonly) PANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY, DIVISION PANASONIC CORPORATION OF NORTH AMERICA One Panasonic Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 Panasonic LCD Televisions Limited Warranty Limited Warranty Coverage If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship,...
Page 54: Customer Services Directory (For U. S. A. And Puerto Rico)
'-_o] ivl +-.+ Ill_ l P._/l_ _ _ _ (m_, 1i [oI "+ _[,;,] mJill "_ +] Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books on line for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at: http://www.pstc.panasonic.com or, send your request by E-mail to: npcparts@us.panasonic.com...
Page 55: Limited Warranty
Panasonic Canada Inc. PANASONIC PRODUCT - LIMITED WARRANTY Panasonic Canada Inn warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to remedy any such defect for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase...
Page 56 Inc. Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, 5770 Ambler Drive Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 CANADA New Jersey 07094 U.S.A. (m2009 Panasonic Corporation of North America. All Rights Reserved. (m 2009 Panasonic Corporation of North America.

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