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Panasonic Viera TC-L32C22X Operating Instructions Manual

32”/37” class 720p
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Operating Instructions
32"/37" Class 720p LCD HDTV
(31.5/37.0 inches measured diagonally)
Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product.
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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TC-L32C22X
TC-L37C22X
Quick Start Guide
See page 7-14
TQB2AC0004
Model No.
TM
2010/02/05   15:27:11
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  • Page 1 (31.5/37.0 inches measured diagonally) Quick Start Guide See page 7-14 Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product. 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.
  • Page 2 Definition Multimedia Interface are VIERA Link™ is a trademark of trademarks or registered trademarks SDHC Logo is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United SD-3C, LLC. States and other countries. HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Please read before using the unit Safety Precautions ········································· 4 Quick Start Guide Accessories/Optional Accessory ···················· 7 Basic Connection ··········································· 9 Identifying Controls ······································ 11 First Time Setup ··········································· 12 SD memory card Enjoy your TV! Basic Features Watching TV ················································· 15 Using VIERA TOOLS ···································...

  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions The lightning flash with arrowhead CAUTION within a triangle is intended to tell the user that parts inside the product are a risk of electric shock to persons. RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK The exclamation point within a DO NOT OPEN triangle is intended to tell the user that important operating and WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover or back.
  • Page 5 28) CAUTION: This LCD TV is for use only with the following optional accessory. Use with any other type of optional accessories may cause instability which could result in the possibility of injury. (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 A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. For at least three (3) years from delivery of products, Panasonic will give to anyone who contacts us at the address provided below, for a charge of no more than our cost of physically performing source code distribution, a complete machine-readable copy of the corresponding source code covered under GPL v2/LGPL.

  • Page 7: Accessories/Optional Accessory

    WARNING Customers assumes liability if mounting the unit themselves or if a Panasonic bracket is not used. Any damage resulting from not having a professional installer mount your unit will void your warranty. Always be sure to ask a qualified technician to perform any necessary set-up. Incorrect fitting may cause equipment to fall, resulting in injury and product damage.
  • Page 8 Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result. 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.

  • Page 9: Basic Connection

    Basic Connection Example Connecting Antenna (To watch TV) VHF/UHF Antenna • NTSC (National Television System Committee): VHF/UHF Antenna Conventional broadcasting • ATSC (Advanced Television Systems Committee): Digital TV Standards include digital high-definition television (HDTV), Cable TV standard-definition television (SDTV), data broadcasting, multi- channel surround-sound audio and interactive television.
  • Page 10 Basic Connection (Continued) AV cable connections To use HDMI terminals AV Equipment HDMI AV OUT e.g. Blu-ray Disc player Connecting to the HDMI terminals will enable you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality sound. The HDMI connection is required for a 1080p signal. For “VIERA Link connections”, please refer to p.

  • Page 11: Identifying Controls

    Identifying Controls TV controls/indicators Front of the TV Selects channels in sequence Volume up/down Menu navigations Changes the input mode Remote control sensor Chooses menu and submenu entries. within about 23 feet (7 meters) in front of the TV set POWER button Power indicator ( on: red, off: no light)

  • Page 12: First Time Setup

    First Time Setup First time setup screen 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. 25) is set to “No”. Turn the TV On with the POWER button (TV) (Remote)
  • Page 13 Auto channel setup (ANT/Cable setup) Select the connected Antenna in terminal Not used: Go to ANT/Cable setup Step 3 of 6 Cable Antenna Not used (Label inputs) select ANTENNA Cable In ANTENNA Cable In Select “Not used” when viewing TV via Select Satellite receiver or Cable box.
  • Page 14 Change RETURN following operations. Complete the First time setup Completion message is displayed when you successfully completed the First time setup. Setup is complete. Enjoy your Panasonic VIERA TV. Press OK to exit. RETURN Note About broadcasting systems Analog (NTSC):...

  • Page 15: Watching Tv

    Watching TV Basic connection (p. 9-10) To watch TV and other functions Turn power on (Remote) (TV) Note If the mode is not TV, press select TV. (p. 20) Select a channel number (Remote) To directly enter the digital channel number When tuning to a digital channel, press the button to enter the minor number in a compound...
  • Page 16 Watching TV (Continued) Displays or removes the channel banner Clock Channel Information THE NEWS 15-2 12:30 PM ABC-HD recall CC SAP TV-G 1080i Standard 4:3 Station Signal Picture Sleep timer identifier indication resolution mode remaining time Closed caption Rating level Aspect ratio Press FORMAT to cycle through the aspect modes (p.

  • Page 17: Using Viera Tools

    Using VIERA TOOLS VIERA TOOLS is the easy way to access frequently-used 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 select next...

  • Page 18: Viewing With Viera Image Viewer

    Viewing with VIERA IMAGE VIEWER The VIERA Image Viewer is a function that lets you easily view still images on a VIERA television by simply inserting an SD card into the VIERA SD card slot. (Media other than SD Cards will not work.) Photo viewer Insert the SD card * This setting will be skipped next time unless you select “Set later”.
  • Page 19 Insert the card Remove the card Compliant card type (maximum capacity): SDHC Card (32 GB), Gently insert the SD Card label microSDHC Card (16 GB), SD Card surface facing front. (2 GB), miniSD Card (2 GB), microSD Card (2 GB) (requiring microSDHC Card/ Label surface SD Card miniSD Card/microSD Card adapter)

  • Page 20: Watching 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 screen. Input Select You can select the external equipment to access. With the connected equipment turned On Display the Input select menu Select the input mode Press the corresponding NUMBER Input select...
  • Page 21 VIERA Link Setting If you connect equipment that has the “HDAVI Control” function to the TV using an HDMI cable, you will find it easier to use. Please refer to p. 26-31. Before using these functions, you need to set “VIERA Link” setting to “On” as shown below. Display the menu Select “Setup”...

  • Page 22: Displaying 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. 39) Display the Input select menu Input select HDMI 1 HDMI 2...

  • Page 23: How To Use Menu Functions

    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 best suited for you. Display the menu Shows the functions that can be adjusted. Some functions will be disabled depending on the type of input signal.
  • Page 24 How to Use Menu Functions Menu list Menu Item Adjustments/Configurations (alternatives) Resets all picture adjustments to factory default settings except for “Advanced picture”. Reset to defaults* Picture mode Basic picture mode (Vivid/Standard/Cinema/Custom) (p. 43) Adjusts the luminance of the back light. Back light Adjusts color, brightness, etc.
  • Page 25 (Continued) Menu list Menu Item Adjustments/Configurations (alternatives) Sets the mode to select the channel with the Channel up/down button. (All/Favorite/Digital only/Analog only) Channel surf mode • Favorite: Only channels registered as FAVORITE. (p. 16) Language Selects the screen menu language. Adjusts the clock.

  • Page 26: Viera Link Tm "Hdavi Control Tm

    VIERA Link “HDAVI Control ” Simultaneously control all 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 5” function.
  • Page 27 When audio from other equipment connected to this unit via 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 cables for connecting a Panasonic HD camcorder, read the manual for the equipment. tc̲L32̲37̲c22x̲eng̲0004-1.indb   27 2010/02/05   15:27:41...
  • Page 28 VIERA Link “HDAVI Control ” Display the menu Automatic Input Switching Power on link Select “Setup” Power off Menu link Setup VIERA Link settings select ECO / energy saving Advanced setup Energy First time setup About saving mode next Reset to defaults (for “HDAVI Control 4 or later”...
  • Page 29 “TV” to “Theater”. Sound will be output from the Home Theater whenever the TV is powered on. If the “ONE TOUCH PLAY” key is pressed on the remote control for a Panasonic Home Theater system, the following sequence of operations is performed automatically.
  • Page 30 VIERA Link “HDAVI Control ” You can enjoy more convenient operation with the “HDAVI Control” function in the “VIERA Link” menu. For more details on the “HDAVI Control” function, refer to p. 26 Display the VIERA Link menu Speaker control select next VIERA Link...
  • Page 31 Home theater: Adjustment for the equipment output. Control the theater speakers with the TV’s remote control. Volume up / down This function is available only when a Panasonic Amplifier or Player theater is connected. Mute Select “Speaker output” • The sound of the TV is muted.

  • Page 32: Lock

    Lock You can lock specified channels or shows to prevent children from watching objectionable content. Display the menu Channel lock Select “Lock” next Menu Password Enter password. - - - - select You will be asked to enter your password Game lock each time you display the Lock menu.
  • Page 33 To select the channel or the rating of the program to lock Select up to 7 (1-7) channels to block. These channels will be blocked regardless of the program rating. Select “Mode” and set to “Custom” Select a channel to lock To lock/unlock all channels: Menu Channel lock...

  • Page 34: Editing And Setting Channels

    Editing and Setting Channels The current channel settings can be changed according to your needs and reception conditions. Display the menu Auto program automatically Select “Setup” Menu Setup Channel surf mode next Language select Clock ANT/Cable setup Input labels Adjusts Surf mode, Language, Clock, Channels, Inputs, and other settings.
  • Page 35 Automatically searches and adds available channels to the memory. Select “ANT in” Select a scanning mode (p. 13) Select “Cable” or “Antenna” Menu Auto program Or select “Not used” (p. 13). All channels Analog only Select “Auto program” Digital only select Menu ANT/Cable setup...

  • Page 36: Closed Caption

    Closed Caption Display the menu Select “Closed caption” Menu Closed caption Reset to defaults next Mode Analog select Digital Primary Digital setting Press to exit from a menu screen Display broadcast TV’s Closed Caption (CC) text when available. 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 the Closed caption (CC) information.

  • Page 37: Input Labels

    Input Labels Display the menu Select “Setup” Menu next Setup Channel surf mode Language select Clock ANT/Cable setup Input labels Adjusts Surf mode, Language, Clock, Channels, Inputs, and other settings. Select “Input labels” next Menu Setup Channel surf mode Language select Clock ANT/Cable setup...

  • Page 38: 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. 14) The “Sleep” timer and “On / Off timer” will not work if the “Auto power on” (p. 25) is set. Display the menu Select “Timer”...

  • Page 39: Recommended Av Connections

    Recommended AV Connections These diagrams show our recommendations on how to connect the TV unit to your various equipment. For other connections, consult the instructions for each piece of equipment and its specifications. Back of the TV AC 110-127 V 60 Hz AC Cord (Connect after all the Cable TV...

  • Page 40: 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. 33) U.S. MOVIE RATINGS (MPAA) NO RATING (NOT RATED) AND NA (NOT APPLICABLE) PROGRAMS. Movie which has not been rated or where rating does not apply.

  • Page 41: Technical Information

    Technical Information Closed caption (CC) 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 to the TV.
  • Page 42 Electrical interference, static electricity or erroneous operation may damage the data or card. 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.) 24 mm...
  • Page 43 “HDAVI Control ” HDMI connections to some Panasonic equipment allows you to interface automatically. (p. 26) 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 TV is in Standby mode.
  • Page 44 Technical Information (Continued) H size Aspect Ratio: 4:3 The width will be decreased on both sides to Size 1 Size 2 reduce noise. Aspect Ratio: FULL/JUST(H-FILL/ZOOM) The width will be increased on both sides to Size 1 Size 2 reduce noise. See page 24 for more information Input signal that can be displayed * Mark: Applicable input signal for Component (Y, P...

  • Page 45: Care And Cleaning

    PC Input Terminals Connection Computer signals which can be input are those with a horizontal scanning frequency of 15 to 110 kHz and vertical scanning frequency of 48 to 120 Hz. (However, the image will not be displayed properly if the signals exceed 1,200 lines.) Some PC models cannot be connected to the set.

  • Page 46: 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. 49) White spots or shadow images...
  • Page 47 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, please contact your local Panasonic dealer, quoting the model number and serial number (both found on the rear of the TV).

  • Page 48: Specifications

    Specifications TC-L32C22X TC-L37C22X Power Source AC 110-127 V, 60 Hz 94 W 140 W Maximum Standby condition 0.3 W 0.3 W 16:9 Aspect Ratio 32” class (31.5 inches measured diagonally) 37” class (37.0 inches measured diagonally) Visible screen size 27.5 ” × 15.4 ” × 31.5 ” 32.2 ”...
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  • Page 54 Warranty Service purposes. Model Number Serial Number Web Site: http://panasonic.net/ ¤ Panasonic Corporation 2010 Printed in U.S.A. tc̲L32̲37̲c22x̲eng̲0004-1.indb   H4 2010/02/05   15:27:10...

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