Panasonic TC-P65VT30 manuale d’uso

Owner ’s Manual 55”/65” Class 1080p Plasma HDTV (55.1/64.7 inches measured diagonally) Manual de usuario T elevisión de alta definición de 1080p y clase 55”/65” de Plasma (55,1/64,7 pulgadas medidas diagonalmente) For assistance (U.S.A./Puerto Rico), please call: 1-877-95-VIERA (958-4372) www .panasonic.com/help For assistance (Canada),[...]

2 ■ Do not display a still picture for a long time This causes the image to remain on the plasma screen (“Image retention”). This is not considered a malfunction and is not covered by the warranty . 4 : 3 12 T o prevent the “Image retention”, the screen saver is automatically activated after a few minutes if no signals are sent or no oper[...]

3 Basic Advanced Support Information Getting started VIERA Link™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High- Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries. SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD- 3C, LLC. “A VCHD” and the “A VCHD” l[...]

4 Safety Precautions W ARNING: T o reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. Do not place liquid containers (flower vase, cups, cosmetics, etc.) above the set (including on shelves above, etc.). Important Safety Instructions CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN W ARNING: T o reduce the risk o[...]

5 ● Do not place any objects on top of the Plasma TV . If water spills onto the Plasma TV or foreign objects get inside it, a short-circuit may occur which could result in fire or electric shock. If any foreign objects get inside the Plasma TV , please consult an Authorized Service Center . In the unlikely event that you receive a shock from this[...]

6 CEA CHILD SAFETY NOTICES W ARNING Flat panel displays are not always supported on the proper stands or installed according to the manufacturer ’s recommendations. Flat panel displays that are inappropriately situated on dressers, bookcases, shelves, desks, speakers, chests or carts may fall over and may cause personal injury or even death. The [...]

7 FCC ST A TEMENT This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if [...]

8 Accessories/Optional Accessories Accessories Remote Control T ransmitter N2QA YB000571 Batteries for the Remote Control T ransmitter (2) AA Battery Accessories Check you have all the items shown. Converter cables (p. 1 1) Quick start guide Product Registration Card (U.S.A.) Wireless LAN Adapter (p. 41) N5HBZ0000055 K2KYYYY00150 Owner ’s Manual [...]

9 Getting started Accessories/Optional Accessories Accessories Assembly screws A THEL090N (for 55”) size (M5 x 25) (Black) (4) THEL093J (for 65”) size (M5 x 30) (Black) (6) B THEL090N (for 55”) size (M5 x 25) (Black) (4) XYN6+F25FJK (for 65”) size (M6 x 25) (Black) (4) Poles (2) (for 55”) L R ● L or R is printed at the front of the pole[...]

10 W arning Do not disassemble or modify the pedestal. Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result. Caution Do not use any pedestal other than that provided with this TV . Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result. Do not use the pedestal if it becomes warped or physicall[...]

11 Getting started Connections Accessories/Optional Accessories Accessories Antenna adapter (1) ● K1TYYYY00158 a VIDEO adapter (1) ● K2KYYYY00136 b Component adapter (1) ● K2KYYYY00137 c Audio adapter (1) ● K2KYYYY00138 d Optical adapter (1) ● K7CXGYC00002 e PC adapter (1) ● K1HY20YY0007 f RS232C adapter (1) ● K1HY03YY0013 g Connectio[...]

12 A V cable connection Best Good Basic (Not HD) T o use HDMI terminals L R ● VIERA Link connection, please refer to p. 35 ● The HDMI connection is required for a 1080p signal. HDMI A V OUT HDMI-DVI Conversion cable DVI OUT AUDIO OUT e.g. Blu-ray Disc player e.g. Blu-ray Disc player A V Equipment A V Equipment white white red red T o use COMPON[...]

13 Getting started Connections Audio connection DIGIT AL AUDIO IN e.g. Amplifier Audio equipment ● For HDMI-ARC (Audio Return Channel) connection, see p. 34 Optical cable PC / Computer connection (VGA) RS232C connection Cable Binding Instructions T o attach hole Insert T o bundle T o remove T o loosen Keep pushing both sides till they snap Snaps [...]

14 Identifying Controls Note ● The TV consumes a small amount of electric energy even when turned of f. ● Do not place any objects between the TV remote control sensor and remote control. TV controls/indicators Remote control Switches TV On or Of f (Standby) Displays 3D settings. (p. 27) Lights the buttons for 5 seconds Press again to turn off [...]

15 Getting started First T ime Setup Identifying Controls First T ime Setup or T urn the TV On with the POWER button or (Remote) (TV) Configure your viewing mode Select your language Language / Idioma / Langue English Español Français Step 1 of 7 / Paso 1 de 7 / Étape 1 de 7 OK Select Selección Sélection Select your language Seleccione su idio[...]

16 Press to exit from a menu screen Press to go back to the previous screen Note About broadcasting systems Analog (NTSC): Conventional broadcasting Digital (A TSC): New programming that allows you to view more channels featuring high-quality video and sound ANT/Cable setup Do you use a Cable, Satellite or Fiber Optic box with this TV? select OK se[...]

17 Getting started First T ime Setup Press to exit from a menu screen ■ Press to go back to the previous screen Configure Network settings Select the Network type Network settings Step 6 of 7 RETURN OK Select Automatic Manual Checks for proper network connection, settings and communication to the Internet and server automatically. Select the sett[...]

18 Press to exit from a menu screen ■ Press to go back to the previous screen Complete First time setup Congratulations! Y ou are done. The First time setup can be repeated at any time. Press MENU and select SETUP; then “First time setup”. OK RETURN Congratulations! Setup is complete. Enjoy your Panasonic VIERA TV . T o watch TV via a Cable b[...]

Basic Getting started 19 W atching TV First T ime Setup W atching TV T urn power on (TV) or (Remote) Note Please select correct input --> (p. 23) ■ VIERA Connect Banner appears Press OK/INTERNET (or VIERA CAST) button to enter VIERA Connect. (p. 45) ● T o hide the banner Press any button except OK/INTERNET (or VIERA CAST) button (T ime-out p[...]

20 Change aspect ratio and Zoom the picture ■ Press FORMA T to cycle through the aspect modes (p. 57) • 480i, 480p: FULL/JUST/4:3/ ZOOM • 1080p, 1080i, 720p: FULL/H-FILL/JUST/4:3/ZOOM Use when the picture does not fill the whole screen (bars appears on either side of the image) or portions of the picture is trimmed. Note 1. Some content, such[...]

21 Basic W atching TV ■ Other Useful operations Entering characters Y ou can use the remote control keys to enter the alphanumeric characters. ■ Switches input mode ABC → abc → 123 ↑ _ ____________ | ■ Press each number key to cycle through the alphanumeric character RETURN 1 @. 4 GHI 7 PQRS 2 ABC 5 JKL 8 TUV 3 DEF 6 MNO 9 WXYZ 0 - , LA[...]

22 Using VIERA T OOLS Press to exit from a menu screen Press to go back to the previous screen Display VIERA T OOLS Select the item select next Set each item 3D Change the view 3D ⇔ 2D (p. 27) THX Change to “THX” mode. Picture mode (p. 51) VIERA Connect Displays VIERA Connect Home Screen for Enjoying Internet Services (p. 45) Media player Med[...]

23 Basic W atching content from external devices Using VIERA TOOLS With the connected equipment turned On Display the Input select menu Select the input mode Input select ANT/Cable In 1 2 3 4 HDMI 1 HDMI 2 GAME HDMI 3 5 6 Component 7 Video 8 PC HDMI 4 AUX Not used (example) Input label select enter or Setup ANT/Cable (p. 48) Edit Device labels Inpu[...]

24 Basic features of 3D Eyewear This product cannot be used as sunglasses. This product can be worn over vision correction glasses. Part names and functions Y ou can enjoy 3D images by wearing the 3D Eyewear supplied with this TV and to view 3D broadcasts and 3D image software. Optional Accessories (p.8) Battery status shown by indicator lamp Power[...]

25 Basic Viewing 3D images on TV Accessories 3D Eyewear (1) 3D Eyewear case (1) Charging cable (1) Ferrite core (1) Attaching Ferrite Core Be sure to attach the provided ferrite core to the charging cable to reduce interference or electrical noise. 1. Attach the ferrite core as close to USB connector of the charging cable as shown. 2. Close the fer[...]

26 Using Precautions Liquid Crystal Shutter Do not apply pressure to the liquid crystal shutter . Also, do not drop or bend the 3D Eyewear . Do not scratch the surface of the liquid crystal shutter with a pointed instrument etc. Doing so may cause damage to the 3D Eyewear , and reduce the quality of the 3D image. Infra-red receiver section Do not s[...]

27 Basic Viewing 3D images on TV Change the view 3D ⇔ 2D ■ Simply switches 3D ⇔ 2D images (Auto mode) ● Switches to Manual mode (see below) 3D format select 3D 2D select OK (example) ● VIERA TOOLS -->p. 22 ”3D” icon also available. ■ Change 3D format (Manual mode) During above operation press red button and switch to Manual mode.[...]

28 Using Media player Y ou can view still and motion images and play music saved on a USB flash memory and an SD card. Basic features for Media player ■ A vailable contents and features Option menu Photos --> p. 30-31 Videos --> p. 32 Music --> p. 33 Displays data information. (File name, Date, and Size etc.) * Information differs depend[...]

29 Basic Using Media player Viewing Contents ■ Press to exit from a menu screen ■ Press to go back to the previous screen Insert Media (SD card or USB flash memory) • Auto play setting Image viewer auto play (p. 55) Display Media player Select Drive (Display connected drive) Media player SD memory card Drive select OK RETURN Select select OK [...]

30 Photos view [Photos thumbnail] s o t o h p l l A Photos r e y a l p a i d e M Media select Slideshow Drive select Info SD memory card OK Select RETURN Sort SUB MENU [Features] ● Slideshow setting ● Sort ● Drive select ● Media select * In DMR mode, Slideshow is not available DMR: Digital Media Renderer p. 40 Next Rotate RETURN Single view[...]

31 Basic Using Media player Sort Display “Sort select” menu and select item select OK Folders Sort by date Sort by month Displayed each view Sort by Date 24/11/2009 01/12/2009 03/12/2009 20/12/2009 22/12/2009 23/10/2009 25/10/2009 01/11/2009 05/11/2009 10/11/2009 22/11/2009 23/11/2009 Media player Photos Media select Slideshow Drive select Info[...]

32 Videos view [Videos thumbnail] Titles/Folders view Videos r e y a l p a i d e M 2009_9 Nature2 Nature3 Nature4 Nature5 Nature6 2009_4 2009_7 Trip1 Trip2 Trip3 Trip4 Trip5 Room Nature1 Media select Play Drive select Info SD memory card OK Select RETURN SUB MENU [Features] ● Play ● Drive select ● Media select ● Aspect change * In DMR mode,[...]

33 Basic Using Media player Music view [Music thumbnail] Folders My Music_1 My Music_2 My Music_3 Media player Music Media select Play Folder Drive select Info SD memory card OK Select RETURN SUB MENU [Features] ● Play folder ● Drive select ● Media select [Music playback screen] AAAAAA BBBBBBB XXXXXXX 00:00.05 / 00:00.49 RETURN Artist name Al[...]

34 VIERA Link TM “HDA VI Control TM ” Simultaneously control all Panasonic “HDA VI Control” equipped components using one button on the TV remote. Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with compatible Panasonic products. This TV supports “HDA VI Control 5” function. Connections to equipment (DVD recorder DIGA, HD Camcorder , Home thea[...]

35 Advanced VIERA Link TM “HDA VI Control TM ” VIERA Link™ Connections (with VIERA Link function) ■ T erminal overview Back of the TV ■ Connecting DVD Recorder (DIGA) DVD recorder (DIGA) with VIERA Link function HDMI cable ■ Connecting Home theater system/A V amp HDMI 1 is recommended. DVD recorder (DIGA) with VIERA Link function Home t[...]

36 VIERA Link settings and Available features T o use all VIERA Link functions: After everything is connected, in VIERA Link settings menu, set “VIERA Link” to “On”. Some features are disabled depending on the “HDA VI Control” version of the equipment. Please check the list (p. 34) Press to exit from a menu screen Press to go back to th[...]

37 Advanced VIERA Link TM “HDA VI Control TM ” Automatic Input Switching When using a Blu-ray Disc player , DVD player/recorder or Home theater system, the TV will automatically change to the appropriate input, when playback begins on one of those devices. • For a Home theater system the speakers automatically switch to the theater system. Po[...]

38 VIERA Link menu and Available features Some features are disabled depending on the “HDA VI Control” version of the equipment. Please check the list (p. 34) Press to exit from a menu screen Press to go back to the previous screen Display the VIERA Link menu or select next Select the item Recorder TV VIERA Link control Speaker output Back to T[...]

39 Advanced VIERA Link TM “HDA VI Control TM ” Speaker control Y ou can select the Home theater or TV speakers for audio output. Control the theater speakers with the TV remote control. This function is available only when a Panasonic Amplifier or Player theater is connected. Select “Speaker output” Select “Home theater” or “TV” sel[...]

40 Using Network services A vailable Network service and features ■ VIERA Connect p. 45 Easily expandable cloud-based services and carefully selected apps. ■ Using DLNA feature (Home network) p. 46 This TV is a DLNA Certified™ product. DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) is a standard that makes DLNA Certified digital electronics easier an[...]

41 Advanced Using Network services Network Connections Contact your Broadband service provider NOTICE: If you don’t have Internet service by your local provider , please order a high-speed Internet service at no less than the following connection speed. If you already have such service, make sure that the connection speed exceeds the following. ?[...]

42 Network settings This is a setting for connecting to a broadband environment. ■ Press to exit from a menu screen ■ Press to go back to the previous screen Display the menu Select “Network settings” Menu Setup 1/2 ANT/Cable setup Input labels Anti image retention Network settings Channel surf mode 3D settings Language Clock All select Sel[...]

43 Advanced Using Network services Wireless network (Wireless network setting) ■ Sets / Changes wireless network setting Press “Wireless network” and display setting screen Follow the directions on screen to complete the setting Wireless network WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup using push button) Please choose connection method: WPS (Wi-Fi Protecte[...]

44 Network link ■ Edit the name of this TV Sets your favorite name for this TV . This name will be used to display the name of this TV on the screen of the other Network compatible equipment. Select “VIERA network name” Menu Network link VIERA network name DLNA remote control Enable VIERA DLNA remote volume control Enable Network remote contr[...]

45 Advanced Using Network services Other settings In Display “Menu” Select the item select OK Menu Picture Audio 3D settings VIERA Link Set ■ Adjust the Picture, Audio or 3D settings select adjust 0 0 0 0 0 Vivi d Picture 1/2 Brightness Color Tint Sharpness Picture mode Contrast Reset to defaults example: Picture menu Picture menu/Audio menu [...]

46 Using DLNA feature Y ou can share the contents (Photo, Video, Music etc.) stored in DLNA Certified media server with your home network system. ■ Press to exit from a menu screen ■ Press to go back to the previous screen Preparations ● Network connections (p. 41) ● Network settings (p. 42-44) Display VIERA T OOLS Select the “DLNA” sel[...]

47 Advanced Using Network services ■ Press to exit from a menu screen ■ Press to go back to the previous screen Preparations ● Network connections (p. 41) ● Network settings (p. 42-44) ● Before connecting the Network camera to the TV , please complete “IP setting” and run “Connection test” With all connected equipment turned on Di[...]

48 Editing and Setting Channels Auto program (Set automatically) Automatically searches and adds available channels to the memory . Select “ANT in” Select “Cable” or “Antenna” Or select “Not used”. Select “Auto program” next select Menu Cable ANT/Cable setup ANT in Auto program Manual program Signal meter Select a scanning mode [...]

49 Advanced Editing and Setting Channels Manual program ( Set manually) Use this procedure when changing the channel setup or changing the channel display . Also, use this to add or skip channels from the channel list manually . Y ou can select a channel tuning mode (Digital only/Analog only) in “Channel surf mode”(p. 55) Select “Edit” Manu[...]

50 How to Use Menu Functions V arious menus allow you to set the picture, sound, and other functions so that you can enjoy watching TV best suited for you. Press to exit from a menu screen Press to go back to the previous screen Display the menu ● Shows the functions that can be adjusted. ● Some functions will be disabled depending on the type [...]

51 Advanced How to Use Menu Functions ● “Reset to default” will be grayed out if no changes are made in the following menus: “Picture”, “Pro settings”, “PC adjustments”, “Audio” and “Closed caption”. Picture settings Adjust the image or picture quality Settings Items Item Description Reset to defaults Resets all picture ad[...]

52 Settings Items Item Description • Some menus are grayed out depending on the input signal or condition. (e.g. “Zoom adjustments” will be grayed out if the aspect is not set to Zoom.) Aspect adjustments Screen format FULL/H-FILL/ JUST/4:3/ZOOM Changes the format (aspect ratio). Lets you choose the aspect depending on the format of received [...]

53 Advanced How to Use Menu Functions Settings Items Item Description • Some menus are grayed out depending on the input signal or condition. (e.g. “3:2 pulldown” will be grayed out if the input signal is high definition or you are viewing photos, etc.) Advanced picture 3D Y/C filter Off/On Minimizes noise and cross-color in the picture. Colo[...]

54 Lock Locks specified channels or shows to prevent children from watching objectionable content. Y ou will be asked to enter your password each time you display the Lock menu. • Password setting/entering (p. 21) Set “Custom” in “Mode” to specify “Channel”, “Game”, “Program” and “VIERA Connect” settings. Settings Items It[...]

55 Advanced How to Use Menu Functions Setup Other function settings Settings Items Item Description 3D settings See p. 27 for more detail. Channel surf mode All/Favorite/ Digital only/ Analog only Sets the mode to select the channel with the Channel up/down button. Favorite: Only channels registered as F A VORITE. (p. 20) Language English/Español/[...]

56 Ratings List for parental control “V -chip” technology enables you to lock channels or shows according to standard ratings set by the entertainment industry . ■ U.S. MOVIE RA TINGS (MP AA) NR NO RA TING (NOT RA TED) AND NA (NOT APPLICABLE) PROGRAMS. Movie which has not been rated or where rating does not apply . G GENERAL AUDIENCES. All ag[...]

57 Support Information T echnical Information Aspect Ratio (FORMA T) Press the FORMA T button to cycle through the aspect modes. This lets you choose the aspect depending on the format of the received signal and your preference. (p. 20) (e.g.: in case of 4:3 image) ● FULL ● JUST FULL JUST Enlarges the 4:3 image horizontally to the screen’s si[...]

58 Data format information ● Compatible Data format for Media player (SD card/USB flash memory)/DLNA p. 32 DCF (Design rule for camera file system): A Japan Electronics and Information T echnology Industries Association’s standard EXIF: Exchangeable Image File Format Note ● Format the card with the recording equipment. ● The picture may not[...]

59 Support Information VIERA Link TM “HDA VI Control TM ” HDMI connections to some Panasonic equipment allow you to interface automatically . (p. 35) ● This function may not work normally depending on the equipment condition. ● The equipment can be operated by other remote controls with this function on even if the TV is in Standby mode. ?[...]

60 4:3 side bars Do not display a picture in 4:3 mode for an extended period, as this can cause “Image retention” to remain on either or both sides of the display field. T o reduce the risk of such “Image retention”, change the brightness of the side bars. See page 51 for more information ● The side bar may flash (alternate black/white) d[...]

61 Support Information Care and Cleaning First, unplug the Power cord plug from the wall outlet. Display panel 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-free cloth in diluted mild liqui[...]

62 Disposal 3D Eyewear A lithium-ion polymer rechargeable battery is built in to the 3D Eyewear. Please discard according to local regulations. When disposing this product, disassemble properly by following the procedure below , and remove the internal rechargeable battery . Do not disassemble this product except when disposing of it. Danger ● As[...]

63 Support Information Questions Answers Picture Frequently Asked Questions (F AQ) If there is a problem with your TV , please refer to the table below to determine the symptoms, then carry out the suggested check. If this does not solve the problem, visit the Panasonic website for further assistance. (see cover) Frequently Asked Questions (F AQ) D[...]

64 Questions Answers Sound Other Networking Why is there no sound coming from the TV? Make sure the volume is up and MUTE is off. Confirm the TV speakers are set to ON by pressing MENU and selecting “Audio” --> “Advanced audio”. (p. 53) Check that the correct SAP (Secondary Audio Program) is selected by pressing the SAP button on the rem[...]

65 Support Information Frequently Asked Questions (F AQ) Questions Answers Networking 3D How do I check for the latest software (firmware) version for my TV? In the main menu, select “Setup”. Highlight “Network Settings” and press OK. Select “Software Update”. The current version and latest version software will be shown. If software up[...]

66 TC-P55VT30 TC-P65VT30 Power Source AC 120 V , 60 Hz Power Consumption Rated Power Consumption 438 W 516 W Standby condition 0.2 W 0.2 W Plasma Display panel Drive method AC type Aspect Ratio 16:9 Visible screen size (W × H × Diagonal) (No. of pixels) 55 ” class (55.1 inches measured diagonally) 65 ” class (64.7 inches measured diagonally) [...]

67 Support Information Specifications 3D Eyewear Lens type Liquid Crystal Shutter Usage temperature range 32°F - 104°F (0 °C - 40 °C) Charging power supply DC 5 V (supplied by USB terminal of a Panasonic TV) Battery Lithium-ion polymer rechargeable battery DC 3.7 V , 70 mAh Operation time* 1 : Approx. 30 hours Charging time* 1 : Approx. 2 hours[...]

68 This product incorporates the following software or technology: (1) the software developed independently by or for Panasonic Corporation, (2) the software owned by third party and licensed to Panasonic Corporation, (3) the software developed by the Independent JPEG Group, (4) the software developed by the FreeT ype Project, (5) the software lice[...]

69 Support Information Index Index A Accessories ............................................................. 8 Ant/Cable .......................................................... 16,48 Antenna .............................................................1 1,16 Audio ...................................................................... 53 Audio,[...]

70 Limited W arranty (for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico only) P ANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMP ANY , DIVISION OF P ANASONIC CORPORA TION OF NORTH AMERICA One Panasonic W ay Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 Panasonic Plasma T elevision Limited W arranty Limited W arranty Coverage If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or work[...]

71 Support Information Customer Services Directory (for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico) Limited W arranty (for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico only) Customer Services Directory (for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico) Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto Rico) Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; locate your nearest Dealer or Service Center; pu[...]

72 Limited W arranty (for Canada) Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 P ANASONIC PRODUCT – LIMITED W ARRANTY Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase agrees to, at its option[...]

73 Support Information Limited W arranty (for Canada) Note[...]

Customer ’ s Record The model number and serial number of this product can be found on its back cover . Y ou 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 identification in the event of theft or loss, and for W arranty Service purposes.[...]