FAQs, etc.• Technical InformationSignal nameAspect modes16:9 14:9 Just 4:3 4:3 Full Zoom1 Zoom2 Zoom3TV/AV1/AV2/AV3/AV4PAL O O O O - O O OPAL 525/60 O O O O - O O ODVB-T O - - - - - - -M.NTSC O O O O - O O ONTSC O O O O - O O OComponent/HDMI480i (60 Hz) O O O O - O O O480p (60 Hz) O O O O - O O O576i (50 Hz) O O O O - O O O576p (50 Hz) O O O O - O O O720p (50 Hz) O O O O O O O O720p (60 Hz) O O O O O O O O1,080i (50 Hz) O O O O O O O O1,080i (60 Hz) O O O O O O O O1,080p (50 Hz) O O O O O O O O1,080p (60 Hz) O O O O O O O OPC input O - - O - - - -Audio Signal STEREO MAIN I SUB II MONOMode Indicator I IIType of broadcast Regular broadcast(Standard Audio)Regular + NICAM MONO I(MAIN I ) NICAM STEREO NICAM DUAL MONO(MAIN I / SUB II )Mode Indicator No Indicator I I IIType of broadcast Regular broadcast(Standard Audio)BILINGUAL or DUAL MONO:MAIN I / SUB II STEREOMode Indicator No Indicator I IICH Display / Receive Channel CH Display / Receive Channel CH Display / Receive ChannelCH 0CH 5S 6S 10CH 10CH 12S 2S 5CH 6CH 9S 11S 44CH 5A CH9A CH 20CH 7536 37Technical InformationChannel Allocation (Analogue mode)Aspect RatioNote• The ratio varies depending on the programme, etc. If the ratio is greater than the standard "16:9", black bandsmay appear at the top and bottom of the screen.• If the screen size looks unusual when a widescreen-recorded programme is played back on a VCR, adjust thetracking of the VCR. (See the VCR manual.)• To select the ratio manually: (Only “16:9” or “4:3” in PC mode)The optimum size and aspect can be chosen, and you can enjoy finer images. (p. 11)16:9Directly displaysthe image at “16:9”without distortion(anamorphic).Zoom3Displays a “2.35:1” letterbox (anamorphic) imagefull-screen without distortion. At “16:9”, displays theimage at its maximum (with slight enlargement).4:3Displays the imageat the standard “4:3”without distortion.Zoom1Displays a“16:9” letterbox or“4:3” image withoutdistortion.Zoom2Displays a“16:9” letterbox(anamorphic) imagefull-screen withoutdistortion.JustDisplays a 4:3 imagefull-screen.Stretching is onlynoticeable at the leftand right edges.4:3 FullDisplays a“4:3” image enlargedhorizontally to fit thescreen.VIERA Link “ ControlTM”14:9Displays the imageat the standard“14:9” withoutenlargement.• This function may not work normally depending on the equipment condition.• Image or sound may not be available for the first few seconds when the playback starts.• Image or sound may not be available for the first few seconds when Input mode is switched.• Volume function will be displayed when adjusting the volume of the equipment.• If you connect the equipment that has “HDAVI Control 2” function to the TV with HDMI cable, the sound fromDIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal can be output as multi channel surround.• Easy playback is also available by using the remote control for Amplifier or Player theatre. Read the manuals ofthe equipment.• If you connect the same kind of equipment at once (for example: one DIGA to HDMI1 / another DIGA to HDMI2),VIERA Link is available for the terminal with the smaller number.• “HDAVI Control 2” is the newest standard (current as of February, 2007) for Panasonic’s HDAVI Controlcompatible equipment. This standard is compatible with Panasonic’s conventional HDAVI equipment.HDMI connections to some Panasonic equipment allow you to interface them automatically. (p. 32)Updating the software systemNote• During downloading, do not turn Off the TV or touch any button.(The TV is automatically activated after downloading is completed.)Update system software regularly to ensure that you have latest version software.If there is an update available, a notification banner is displayed when the channel has the update information.• To download new software, press “OK” Downloading (approx. 20 min.)If you choose not to download, press “EXIT”.■To update automaticallySet “Auto Update Search in Standby” to “On” (p. 23)If there is a new version software being broadcast, the TV will download this automatically.• The automatic updating sequence is carried out at 3:00 AM and 5:00 AM every night under the following conditions.Standby (TV turned Off with the remote control)Recording is not in progress.■To update manuallyPerform “System Update Search Now” (p. 23)If there is an update available, a notification banner is displayed.• To download new software, press “OK” Downloading (approx. 20 min.)If you choose not to download, press “EXIT”.Rating (DVB mode)Rating Meaning Rating Meaning- Not classified M MatureP Pre school MA 15+ Mature Adult 15+C Children AV 15+ Adult strong Violence 15+G General R Restricted 18+PG Parental Guidance recommendedStereo / Bilingual Sound Selection (Analogue mode)Note• If the stereo signal is poor or the receiving conditions are not optimum or if STEREO:MONO automatic switchingoccurs, it is recommended you switch from STEREO to MONO.• Even when the contents of the receiving signal undergo changes, selection mode is kept intact.• When the receiving conditions deteriorate, listening will be easier if the mode is set to the MONO position, usingthe stereo / bilingual sound selection button.• DUAL, also known as DUAL MONO or as BILINGUAL is not currently transmitted in some countries.When you receive the stereo / bilingual sound system, sound output modes can be selected by pressing theStereo / Bilingual Sound Selection button.NICAM .......Used in New Zealand, Singapore, Hong Kong etc.A2(German) .......Used in Australia, Malaysia etc.