3Viewing Advanced FAQs, etc.Quick Start GuideFULL HDThis TV uses a high denition panel to producehigh denition pictures close to their originalresolution.100Hz Motion Picture Pro2This reduces image retentiondramatically by interpolating an imagebetween frames.IPS Alpha PanelIPS Alpha Panel is one of LCD panels, whichoffers 178-degree viewing angle. This deliversbeautiful images regardless of the viewingangle.10,000:1 Dynamic ContrastA wide contrast ratio will deliver pictures witha deep black level and a brighter white levelfor greater image depth.x.v.Colour“x.v.Colour” is a promotion name given tothe products that have the capability torealize a wide colour space based on thexvYCC specications.“x.v.Colour” is a trademark.24p PlaybackCan support 1080p, 24 frames per secondsource materials.V-Audio SurroundUtilises Panasonic’s advanced DigitalAmplication technology andSRS TruSurround XT.Up to 60,000 hours LCD Panel LifetimeThe LCD display panel used in the 2008VIERA TV range is rated for up to 60,000hours. This measurement is based on the time taken forthe brightness of the panel to reduce to half of it’smaximum level.The time taken to reach this level may vary dependingon the image content and the environment where theTV is used.Malfunctions are not taken into account.ContentsBe Sure to Read• Safety Precautions ······································ 4(Warning / Caution)• Notes ··························································· 5• Maintenance ··············································· 5Quick Start Guide• Accessories / Options ········· 6• Identifying Controls ·············· 7• Basic Connection ·················· 8• Auto Setup ······························ 10Enjoy your TV!Basic Features• Watching TV ·············································· 12• Viewing Teletext ········································ 15• Using TV Guide ········································· 18• Watching VCR, DVD and Satellites ·········· 20Advanced Features• How to Use Menu Functions ····················· 22(picture, sound quality, etc.)• DVB Settings (DVB) ·································· 28(pay-TV, software update)• Editing Programmes ································· 30• Tuning Programmes ·································· 32• Restore Settings ······································· 34• Owner ID ··················································· 35• Input Labels ·············································· 36• Displaying PC Screen on TV····················· 37• Recording Controls ··································· 38• Viewing from SD Card (Photos) ················ 40• Link Functions ·········································· 42(Q-Link / VIERA Link)• External Equipment ··································· 48FAQs, etc.• Technical Information ································ 50• FAQs ························································· 53• On screen messages ································ 55• Glossary ···················································· 57• Licence ······················································ 57• Index ························································· 58• Specications ············································ 59