Technical Information93Note● Data modified with a PC may not be displayed.● Do not remove the device while the TV is accessing data. Otherwise this can damage device or TV.● Do not touch the pins on the device.● Do not subject the device to a high pressure or impact.● Insert the device in the correct direction. Otherwise this can damage device or TV.● Electrical interference, static electricity, or erroneous operation may damage the data or device.● Back up the recorded data at regular intervals in case of deteriorated or damaged data or erratic operation of the TV.Panasonic is not liable for any deterioration or damage of recorded data.HDMI 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. 14, 87)■ 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. 94)Match the output setting of the digital equipment.● Input PC signal:“Input signal that can be displayed” (p. 94)Match the output setting of the PC.● VIERA Link (HDAVI Control 5)[VIERA Link] (p. 82)● 3D● Content Type● Deep Colour● x.v.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 AV2 audio terminals.Note● Audio settings can be made on [HDMI1 / 2 Input] in the Sound Menu. (p. 41)● 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.