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Panasonic TH-37PV500B

Panasonic TH-37PV500B
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TH-37PV500B
TH-42PV500B
TH-50PV500B
Model No.
Operating Instructions
Digital High De nition Plasma Television

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

Panasonic TH-37PV500B Specifications

General IconGeneral
Screen Size37 inches
Display TypePlasma
Aspect Ratio16:9
Brightness1000 cd/m²
Response Time0.001 ms
HDMI Ports2
Component Video Inputs2
Composite Video Input1
S-Video Input1
Viewing Angle160°
SCART Ports2
PC Input1
Built-in SpeakersYes

Summary

Safety Precautions

Setup Safety

Covers accessory compatibility, proper placement, and ventilation requirements for safe operation.

Usage Safety

Details electrical safety, mains plug handling, and general precautions during TV use.

Accessories and Initial Setup

Included Accessories

Lists remote control, batteries, cables, and ferrite cores provided with the TV.

Installing Ferrite Cores and Batteries

Instructions for attaching ferrite cores to cables and fitting remote control batteries correctly.

Cable Management and Access

Cable Management

Provides guidance on securing cables using covers and bands for tidy installation.

Accessing the Front Cover

Step-by-step instructions on how to open the TV's front panel.

Quick Start Guide

Connection and Initial Setup

Guides users through connecting the TV and performing initial setup options.

Automatic Station Setup

Details the process of auto setup for DVB and Analogue stations for channel tuning.

Program Download to Recorder

Explains how to download program information to compatible recording devices.

Owner ID Configuration

Guides users on entering personal details and security codes for owner identification.

Using the TV Guide

Explains how to use the GUIDE button to access channel lists and program information.

Remote Control and Basic Operations

Remote Control Functions Overview

Provides a comprehensive overview of the remote control buttons and their functions.

Navigating On-Screen Menus

Menu Navigation and Help

Details navigating on-screen menus using remote buttons and using the on-screen help box.

Picture Menu Settings

Viewing Modes

Explains the different screen settings: Dynamic, Normal, Cinema, and Auto.

Picture Adjustment Options

Covers adjustments for contrast, brightness, colour, sharpness, tint, and colour balance.

Sound Menu Settings

Bass, Treble, Balance, Headphone Volume

Guides on adjusting audio levels, speaker balance, and headphone output volume.

NICAM, Mode, Ambience, HDMI Audio

Explains stereo sound, sound modes, spatial effects, and HDMI audio settings.

General Setup Menu

Q-Link and AV Output Settings

Details device communication via Q-Link and selecting AV output sources.

Timer, Teletext, and Panel Settings

Covers off-timer, teletext modes, side panel display, and power save options.

System Configuration and Tuning

Includes power preference, tuning menu, DVB setup, owner ID, and shipping condition.

Tuning Menu Overview (Analogue)

Programme Editing

Guides users on customizing the channel list by adding, deleting, or moving programmes.

Automatic and Manual Tuning

Explains how to perform automatic channel scans and fine-tune individual channels.

Programme Edit (Analogue Mode)

Managing Programme Channels

Provides steps for adding, deleting, and moving channels within the programme list.

Programme Edit Operations

Renaming, Locking, and Copying Channels

Covers renaming channels, locking them for access control, and copying info to recorders.

Performing Analogue Auto Setup

Analogue Auto Setup Procedure

Details the process for retuning the TV to receive local analogue stations.

Manual Tuning Operations

Manual Tuning via Remote and Panel

Explains how to tune channels using both the remote control and front panel buttons.

Owner ID Setup

Configuring Owner Information

Guides on setting the security code (PIN) and entering owner details for identification.

Shipping Condition Reset

Resetting TV to Factory Defaults

Explains how to use the shipping condition to reset the TV to its original settings.

DVB Setup Menu Overview

Timer Programming and Profile Edit

Details setting recording timers and selecting favourite channels for profiles.

Child Lock and DVB Tuning

Covers locking channels with a PIN and accessing DVB tuning features.

DVB System Setup and Multi Audio

Explains specialized DVB options and selecting alternative sound tracks.

Timer Programming (DVB Mode)

Setting Up DVB Timer Recordings

Guides on programming DVB recordings, including date, time, and programme selection.

Timer Recording Control and Frequency

Timer Recording Management

Explains how to enable/disable timer recording and set programme frequency (daily, weekly).

Profile Edit Menu (DVB Mode)

Managing Favourite Channels

Provides instructions for adding and editing channels in user-defined profile lists.

Child Lock Menu (DVB Mode)

Channel Locking and PIN Management

Details setting up a PIN and locking/unlocking specific DVB channels.

DVB Tuning Menu

DVB Auto Setup and New Services

Covers retuning DVB channels and adding new services to the channel list.

Service Messages and Signal Quality

Explains service notifications and checking DVB signal strength.

DVB System Setup

Common Interface Module and Subtitles

Guides on accessing CI module features and setting preferred subtitle language.

System Update and Display Timeout

Covers downloading new software and adjusting the information banner duration.

Common Interface Module Operations

CI Module Insertion and Removal

Provides step-by-step instructions for inserting and removing CI modules.

Software Update Procedures

System Software Updates

Details automatic and manual methods for updating the TV's software.

TV Guide (EPG) (DVB Mode)

EPG Display Styles and Navigation

Explains choosing EPG display styles and navigating channel and program listings.

Program Information and Timer Setup

Guides on viewing program details and setting timers via the EPG.

Information Banner Display

DVB and Analogue Information Banners

Describes displaying channel and program details using information banners.

Subtitles ONOFF Control

Explains how to enable and disable subtitles for DVB broadcasts.

Q-Link Communication Features

Q-Link Functionality Overview

Details how Q-Link enables communication with compatible VCR/DVD recorders.

Direct TV Recording

Explains the function for immediate recording of the currently viewed program.

Aspect Ratio Controls

Aspect Ratio Selection Methods

Guides on using the ASPECT button and Panasonic Auto for aspect ratio adjustments.

Understanding Aspect Ratio Modes

Explains the different aspect ratio options available on the TV.

Aspect Ratio Mode Descriptions

Aspect Ratio Mode Details

Details specific modes like 16:9, 14:9, Just, 4:3, and Zoom for picture display.

Still Picture Functionality

Explains how to freeze the picture for closer viewing or analysis.

Multi-Window Viewing Modes

Picture Display Configurations

Guides on using multi-window features like picture-in-picture and picture-and-picture.

PC Mode Picture Settings

Picture Adjustment Options

Covers viewing mode, contrast, colour adjustments, and advanced settings in PC mode.

PC Mode Setup Menu

PC Setup and Signal Adjustments

Details PC input setup for resolution, clock, H-pos, V-pos, and sync synchronization.

Card Operations and Management

Inserting and Removing Memory Cards

Provides procedures for inserting and removing SD and PC memory cards.

Card Data Protection Guidelines

Offers safety guidelines and precautions for handling memory cards and data.

Supported Media File Formats

File Format Compatibility

Lists compatible file formats for JPEG still images and MPEG4 moving pictures.

File Structure and Naming Conventions

Explains typical folder structures and naming conventions for memory cards.

SD Card Recording Functions

Starting and Managing SD Recording

Guides users on initiating and managing recordings to an SD card.

SD Card Recordable Time

Presents a table detailing recording times based on SD card size and quality.

Media Playback from Memory Cards

MPEG4 Video Playback

Explains how to play back moving pictures (MPEG4) recorded on SD cards.

Photo View Playback

Guides users on displaying still images (JPEG) recorded on memory cards.

Media Playback Controls

Playback Operation Functions

Details functions like pause, play, skip, stop, and volume adjustment during playback.

File Management During Playback

Covers locking, unlocking, and deleting files directly from the playback interface.

Playback Viewing Setup

Explains how to adjust frame size and repeat modes for media playback.

Photo View Operations

Single Photo and Slide Show Viewing

Guides on viewing single photos and setting up slide shows.

Photo Viewing Setup Options

Details slide show interval settings and repeat modes for photo viewing.

Card Setup and Memory Status

Card Setup and Recording Modes

Covers selecting recording modes (Rec mode) and setting recording time (Rec time).

Card Formatting and Memory Check

Explains how to format cards and check remaining memory space.

Card Operation Error Messages

Troubleshooting Card Issues

Provides explanations and solutions for common error messages related to memory cards.

VCRDVD Remote Control Operations

Remote Control Functions for VCRDVD

Details how the TV remote can operate selected Panasonic VCR and DVD equipment.

Teletext Operation

Analogue Teletext Features and Modes

Covers contrast, volume, page selection, List, and FASTEXT modes.

Teletext Page Management

Explains how to store favourite pages and manage pages in List mode.

Teletext Feature Details

Teletext Update and News Flash Features

Guides on handling teletext updates and news flash alerts.

Accessing Teletext Sub Pages

Provides instructions for navigating multi-page teletext content.

DVB Teletext Services Navigation

DVB Teletext Features and Navigation

Explains features and navigation methods specific to DVB teletext.

Connecting External Equipment

Connecting Audio and Video Devices

Guides on connecting headphones, AV3 devices, and general connection advice.

Audio Output and Scart Terminal Connections

Connecting Audio Systems and Scart Devices

Details connecting audio systems and various devices via AV1, AV2, AV4 Scart terminals.

Component Input Terminal Connections

Explains how to connect devices using component input for progressive/HD signals.

HDMI Connection Guide

Connecting HDMI Compatible Devices

Guides on connecting digital audio/video sources like Set Top Boxes or DVD players via HDMI.

PC Input Connection Guide

Connecting a Computer to the TV

Details how to connect a computer using the PC input terminal for display.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Picture, Sound, and General Problems

Helps diagnose and resolve common picture, sound, and general TV operation issues.

Screen Retention and Sleep Feature

Addresses potential screen retention (after-images) and the sleep timer function.

DVB Troubleshooting

DVB Channel Reception Issues

Guides on troubleshooting problems related to receiving DVB channels.

Poor Signal Quality and Interference

Helps diagnose issues caused by poor signal quality and interference on DVB channels.

Signal Information and Compatibility

Scart and S-Video Terminal Details

Provides pin assignments and usage information for Scart and S-Video terminals.

Compatible Input Signal Formats

Lists supported signal formats for PC, HDMI, and Component inputs.

Product Specifications

Technical Details and Dimensions

Presents specifications including power, dimensions, weight, and panel characteristics.

Support and Disposal Information

Customer Support and Ordering

Provides contact information for customer care and accessory ordering.

Product Disposal Guidelines

Offers information on the environmentally responsible disposal of electrical and electronic equipment.

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