Panasonic Viera DT50A series Operating Instructions Manual

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Technical Information103HDMI connectionHDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) is the world’s first complete digital consumer AV interface complying with anon-compression standard.HDMI allows you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality sound by connecting the TV and theequipment.HDMI-compatible equipment∗1 with an HDMI or DVI output terminal, such as a DVD player, a set top box or gameequipment, can be connected to the HDMI terminal using an HDMI compliant (fully wired) cable.For more information about connections (p. 15, 95)■ Applicable HDMI features● Input audio signal:2ch Linear PCM (sampling frequencies - 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 32 kHz)● Input video signal:“Input signal that can be displayed” (p. 105)Match the output setting of the digital equipment.● Input PC signal:“Input signal that can be displayed” (p. 105)Match the output setting of the PC.● VIERA Link (HDAVI Control 5)[VIERA Link] (p. 90)● 3D● Content Type● Deep Colour● Audio Return Channel∗2(HDMI2 terminal only)■ DVI connectionIf the external equipment has only a DVI output, connect to the HDMI terminal via a DVI to HDMI adaptor cable∗3 .When the DVI to HDMI adaptor cable is used, connect the audio cable to AUDIO terminal with the supplied AV2 IN(COMPONENT / VIDEO) adaptor.If the picture position is not fit to the screen during the DVI connection, adjust the position on [DVI Position Settings] inthe Setup Menu (p. 60). The settings are memorised for each HDMI terminals and input signals.Note● Audio settings can be made on [HDMI1 / 2 / 3 / 4 Input] in the Sound Menu. (p. 45)● If the connected equipment has an aspect adjustment function, set the aspect ratio to “16:9”.● These HDMI connectors are “type A”.● These HDMI connectors are compatible with HDCP (High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection) copyright protection.● Equipment having no digital output terminal may be connected to the input terminal of component or video to receiveanalogue signals.● This TV incorporates HDMI™ technology.∗1: The HDMI logo is displayed on HDMI-compliant equipment.∗2: Audio Return Channel (ARC) is a function to send digital sound signals via an HDMI cable.∗3: Enquire at your local digital equipment retailer shop.PC connectionA PC may be connected to this TV so that the PC screen is displayed and sound is heard from the TV.● A PC adaptor is not necessary for the DOS/V-compliant D-sub 15-pin connector.● Some PC models cannot be connected to this TV.● When using PC, set the colour display quality of PC to the highest position.● For details of the applicable PC signals “Input signal that can be displayed” (p. 105)● Maximum display resolutionAspect 4:3 1,440 × 1,080 pixels16:9 1,920 × 1,080 pixels● D-sub 15-pin connector signalPin No. Signal Name Pin No. Signal Name Pin No. Signal NameR GND (Ground) NC (not connected)G GND (Ground) NC (not connected)B GND (Ground) HDNC (not connected) NC (not connected) VDGND (Ground) GND (Ground) NC (not connected)