Panasonic Combination 15.2" Lcd Tv Dvd Player Tc 15dt2 Operating Instructions

							Combination 15.2˝ LCD
 TV/DVD  Player
Operating Instructions
TC-15DT2
Model No.
TQBC0256
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read these instructions completely. Please keep this
manual for future reference.
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DISPALYTOP MENUANGLED
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MENURETURNSKIPSLOW
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STOP
PAUSE PLAY
ASPECT
TV/VIDEO MUTE
SLEEPCHVOL
SURROUND
CANCELREPEAT MODE A-B REPEAT PLAY MODER-TUNE
ASPECTR-STANDBY
ON
POWERINPUT VOLUME CHANNELTH-15DT1
This manual is divided into two parts, the “Install and TV Adjusts” and “DVD Operation Guide” :
Install and TV Adjusts: Details on installation of the unit and adjustments to achieve optimum quality of the TV.
DVD Operation Guide: Details on operating instructions for playing disks such as DVDs and CDs.
For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA (7262)
or send e-mail to : [email protected]
or visit us at www.panasonic.com                                (U.S.A)
For assistance, please call : 787-750-4300            (Puerto Rico) 
						

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Important Safety Instructions for LCD TV
1)   Read these instructions and apply them with your LCD TV.
2)   Keep these instructions.
3)   Heed all warnings.
4)   Follow all instructions.
5)   Do not use this apparatus near water. For example: Avoid  placing it near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry
tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.
6)   Clean only with dry cloth. Unplug this LCD V from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.
7)   Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturers instructions.
Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation, and to insure reliable operation
of the LCD TV and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. There should be at
least 10 cm of space from these openings. The openings should never be blocked by placing the LCD TV on a bed,
sofa, rug or other similar surface. This LCD TV should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase unless
proper ventilation is provided.
8)   Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.
9)   Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the apparatus.
10) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. Otherwise if may cause hazards.
11) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the
apparatus.  When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injure
from tip-over.
12) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.  This will prevent damage to the
receiver due to lightning and power-line surges.
13) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.  Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any
way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus,
the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this LCD TV, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks
to determine that the television is in safe operating condition.
14) Operate only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power
supplied to your home consult your television dealer or local power company.
15) Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the LCD TV.
16) Never push objects of any kind into this LCD TV through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or
short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the LCD TV.
Note to CATV System Installer: This reminder is provided to direct the CATV system installer’s attention to Article
820–40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be
connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
Important Safety Instructions
The lightning flash with
arrow-head within a triangle
is intended to tell the user
that parts inside the product
are a risk of electric shock to
persons.The exclamation point within
a triangle is intended to tell
the user that important
operating and servicing
instructions are in the papers
with the appliance.
WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN 
						

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17) If an outside antenna is connected to the television
equipment, be sure the antenna system is grounded
so as to provide some protection against voltage surges
and built up static charges. In the U.S.
Selection 810-21 of the National Electrical Code
provides information with respect to proper grounding
of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the
lead-in wire to  an antenna discharge unit, size of
grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge
unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and
requirements for the grounding electrode.
18) An outside antenna system should not be located in the
vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or
power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or
circuits. When installing an outside antenna system
extreme care should be taken to keep from touching
such power lines or circuits as contact with them
might be fatal.
19) Unplug this LCD TV from the wall outlet, and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
a. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
b. If liquid has been spilled into the LCD TV.
c. If the LCD TV ha been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the LCD TV does not operate normally by following the operating instructions.
Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as improper adjustment of other controls may
result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the LCD TV to normal operation.
e. If the LCD TV has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
f.  When the LCD TV exhibits a distinct change in performance - this indicates a need for service.
20) When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician to use replacement parts specified by the manufacture that
have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
21) WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.
22) CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT USE THIS PLUG WITH A RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET
UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.
23) CAUTION: USE WITH OTHER STAND IS CABABLE OF RESULTING IN INSTABILITY CAUSING POSSIBLE INJURY.
24) CAUTION: DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED. REPLACE ONLY WITH THE
SAME OR EQUIVALENT TYPE.
NOTE: 
• This equipment is designed to operate in the U.S.A. and other countries where the broadcasting system and
AC house current is exactly the same as in the U.S.A.
• The marking or retained image on the LCD panel resulting from fixed image use is not an operating defect and as such
is not covered by Warranty. This product is not designed to display fixed image patterns for extended periods of time.
Important Information Regarding Use of Video Games, Computers, Caption or Other Fixed Image Displays.
The extended use of fixed image program material can cause a permanent shadow image on the LCD panel.
This background image is viewable on normal programs in the form of a stationary fixed image. This type of irreversible
LCD panel deterioration can be limited by observing the following steps:
A.   Reduce the brightness/contrast setting to a minimum viewing level.
B.   Do not display the fixed image for extended periods of time.
C.   Turn the power off when not in actual use.
Important Safety Instructions
GROUND
CLAMP
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS
PER (NEC) NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODEANTENNA
LEAD-IN WIRE
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT 
						

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Dear Panasonic Customer
Welcome to the Panasonic family of customers.
We hope that you will have many years of enjoyment from your new 15.2
″  LCD TV
with built in DVD player.
To obtain maximum benefit from your set, please read these Instructions before making
any adjustments, and retain them for future reference.
Retain your purchase receipt also, and note down the model number and serial number
of your set in the space provided on the rear cover of these instructions.
For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA (7262)
or send e-mail to : [email protected]
or visit us at www.panasonic.com                                (U.S.A)
For assistance, please call : 787-750-4300            (Puerto Rico)
CAUTION:
COMBINATION 15.2 ″ LCD TV/DVD PLAYER IS A CLASS 1 LASER
PRODUCT. HOWEVER THIS COMBINATION 15.2 ″ LCD TV/DVD PLAYER
USES A VISIBLE LASER BEAM WHICH COULD CAUSE HAZARDOUS
RADIATION EXPOSURE IF DIRECTED. BE SURE TO OPERATE THE
COMBINATION 15.2 ″ LCD TV/DVD PLAYER CORRECTLY AS INSTRUCTED.
WHEN THIS COMBINATION 15.2 ″ LCD TV/DVD PLAYER IS PLUGGED TO THE WALL OUTLET, DO NOT PLACE
YOUR EYES CLOSE TO THE OPENING OF THE DISC TRAY AND OTHER OPENINGS TO LOOK INTO THE
INSIDE OF THIS PLAYER.
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE
SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
CLASS  1
LASER PRODUCT
Federal Communication Commission Information
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a TV Broadcast Receiver, pursuant to Part 15
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. If this
equipment does cause or receive interference, which can be determined by turning equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the TV antenna.
Increase the separation between TV and other equipment.
Connect TV into separate outlet from other equipment.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. 
						

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Table of Contents
Install and TV Adjusts (start from the next page)
Important Safety Instructions ...................................... 2
Federal Communication Commission Information ....... 4
Installation ..................................................................... 6
Disc handling ............................................................... 6
Maintenance ................................................................ 7
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES ........................................ 7
Remote control battery installation ............................... 7
Connecting the Antenna Cable to the RF In Terminal .....8
Antenna / Cable Connection ........................................ 8
How to connect the input terminals ............................ 10
How to connect the AV OUT Terminals ...................... 10
How to connect the 5.1ch SURROUND AUDIO OUT Terminals ....11
Connecting Headphones / Earphones ....................... 12
Connecting OPTICAL audio cable ............................. 12
Power ON / OFF ........................................................... 13
How to Turn the Power On ......................................... 13
Location of Controls ................................................... 14
Flow Chart of TV menu ............................................... 16
Tuning channels (Automatic channel programming).......18Tuning channels (Manual channel programming)....... 19
Playing a VCR or other peripheral equipment .......... 20
Setting condition to be displayed .............................. 21
Stoppage of the Tray action (Child lock)..................... 22
ASPECT Controls ........................................................ 23
Adjusting screen position and size ........................... 24
Picture Adjustments ................................................... 25
Audio Adjustments ..................................................... 27
Selecting STEREO/SAP/MONO .................................. 28
Closed Captions .......................................................... 29
Lock Feature ................................................................ 30
Customizing the VIDEO INPUT labels ....................... 33
Adjusting unnatural video images (3D Y/C  FILTER)....34
Automatically changing screen size for VIDEO INPUT modes ....35
When the top and bottom of the screen noise (IMAGE ADJ.).... 35
Natural Color ............................................................... 36
Noisy Picture ............................................................... 36
Features of DVD on this Product ............................... 38
Enjoying digital audio output from the digital audio
output connector ........................................................ 39
Location of Controls for DVD Operation ................... 40
Basic play .................................................................... 42
Recalling/clearing a marker ....................................... 42
Stopping play ............................................................. 43
Skipping chapters or tracks ....................................... 44
Still picture (Pause)..................................................... 44
Rapid advance (Rapid reverse)................................... 44
Frame advance (Frame reverse) [DVD/Video CD]....... 45
Slow-motion play [DVD/Video CD].............................. 45
Cancelling playback control [Video CD].................... 45
General information about GUI screens ................... 46
Common procedures ................................................. 46
Detailed descriptions of each GUl icon .................... 47
Screen for disc information (For DVD) ....................... 47
Screen for disc information (For Video CD/CD) ......... 48
Screen for player information ..................................... 49
Shuttle screen ............................................................ 49
Repeat play .................................................................. 50
Repeat viewing (Listening) ......................................... 50
Repeating sections between two specific points ( A-B repeat ) .....51
Storing markers in memory to be viewed (listened to) again... 51Storing a marker in the memory ................................ 51
Recalling / clearing a marker ..................................... 51
Program play [ Video CD / CD ]................................... 52
Random play [ Video CD / CD ]................................... 53
Changing audio soundtrack language [ DVD ]......... 54
Changing subtitle language [ DVD ]........................... 55
Viewing from another angle [ DVD ]........................... 55
Initial settings .............................................................. 56
Common procedures ................................................. 56
Selecting disc language [DVD] ................................... 57
Selecting rating level [DVD] ........................................ 57
Selecting On-Screen Display menu language ........... 59
Selecting On-Screen Display Messages .................... 59
Selecting TV screen Aspect ....................................... 60
Selecting digital output ............................................... 61
Speaker setting .......................................................... 62
Other settings ............................................................. 66
Language code list ..................................................... 66
How images appear on your TV (aspect ratios of the screen).....67
Troubleshooting .......................................................... 68
Maintenance ................................................................ 69
Specifications .............................................................. 70
DVD Operation Guide 
						

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Installation
Receiver Location
Locate for comfortable viewing. Avoid placing where sunlight or other bright light (including reflections) will fall on the screen.
Use of some types of fluorescent lighting can reduce remote control transmitter range.
Adequate ventilation is essential to prevent internal component failure. Keep away from areas of excessive heat or moisture.
To insure optimum picture do not position magnetic equipment (motors, fans, other speakers, etc.) nearby.
Optional External Equipment
The Video/Audio connection between components can be made with shielded video and audio cables. For best performance,
Antenna cables should utilize 75 ohm coaxial shielded wire. Cables are available from your dealer or electronic supply store.
Before you purchase any cables, be sure you know what type of output and input connectors your various components require.
Also determine the length of cable you’ll need.
For optimum quality picture
When the LCD is exposed to light from outdoors or lighting fixtures, high-contrast pictures may not be displayed clearly. Turn off
florescent lamps near the LCD and place in a location not exposed to outdoor light.
Handling precautions
• Hold the disc by the edges so the surface will not be soiled with fingerprints.
Fingerprints, dirt and scratches can cause skipping and distortion.
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• Do not write on the label side.
• Do not use record cleaning sprays, benzine, thinner, static electricity
prevention liquids or any other solvent.
• Be careful not to drop or bend the disc.
• Do not install more than 1 disc on the disc tray.
• Do not close the disc tray if the disc is not installed properly.()
• Store the disc in its case when not in use.
If the surface is soiled 
Wipe gently with a soft, damp (water only) cloth.
When wiping discs, always wipe from the center toward the outer edge.
 (If you wipe using a circular motion, circular scratches can occur, which will cause noise.)
If the disc is brought from a cold to a warm environment, moisture
may form on the disc
Wipe with a soft, dry, Iint-free cloth before using the disc.
Improper disc storage
You can damage discs if you store them in the following places:
• Areas exposed to direct sunlight
• Humid or dusty areas
• Areas directly exposed to a heat outlet or heating appliance
Discs which cannot be played with this player
• DVD with Region No. other than “1” or “ALL”
• DVD-ROM• DVD-R/DVD-RAM
• CD-ROM• VSD
• CDV• CD-G
• CD-RW• CVD+
RW
• CDV• SVCD
• Divx Video Disc etc.
• Do not try to play Photo CD or CD-R.
(Data on the disc may be damaged.)
Disc handling
Disc
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Installation
Check the accessories before installations.
• Operating Instruction book
(TQBC0256)• Remote Control Transmitter
(TNQE262)• Battery for the Remote Control
Transmitter
(2 × AAA size)
POWEROPEN
CLOSE
DISPALYTOP MENUANGLED
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MENURETURNSKIPSLOW/SEARCHSTOP
PAUSE PLAY
ASPECT
TV/VIDEO MUTE
SLEEPCHVOL
SURROUND
CANCELREPEAT MODE A-B REPEAT PLAY MODER-TUNE
• AC Adaptor & AC Cord
   AC Adaptor: (N0JEHK000001)
   AC Cord: (K2CA2EA00005)• Warranty Card
• Service Center List
  
Precaution on battery use
Incorrect installation can cause battery leakage and corrosion that will
damage the remote control transmitter.
Observe the following precautions:
1.   Batteries should always be replaced as a pair. Always use new
batteries when replacing the old set.
2.   Do not combine a used battery with a new one.
3.   Do not mix battery types (example: “Zinc Carbon” with “Alkaline”).
4 .      Do not attempt to charge, short-circuit, disassemble, heat or burn used batteries.
5.   Battery replacement is necessary when remote control acts
sporadically or stops operating this unit.
Helpful Hint:
For frequent remote control
users, replace old battery with
Alkaline batteries for longer life.
Remote control battery installation
Requires two AAA batteries.
1.   Turn the transmitter face down.
Remove top cover by pressing
down on marking and sliding
cover off in the direction indicated.2.   Install the batteries as shown in
the battery compartment. (Polarity
+ or – must match the markings in
the compartment).3.   Replace the cover and slide in
reverse until the lock snaps.
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
Two AAA size 
						

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Incoming Cable From Home Antenna (75 Ohm)
Cable Connection - For reception of cable channels (01 - 125) connect the cable supplied by your local cable company. Antenna
Mode must be set to CABLE. (Refer to Antenna Mode section.)
Incoming 75 Ohm Cable (From Cable Company)
VHF/UHF
on left side of Set
Note:
Certain cable systems offset some channels to reduce interference or have Premium (scrambled) channels. A cable
converter box is required for proper reception. Check with your local Cable company for its compatibility
requirements.
Connecting the Antenna Cable to the RF In Terminal
DC  IN
15V
ANT
UHF Antenna
RF In Terminal VHF Antenna
Mixer
75 Ohm
Coaxial Cable
Coaxial Antenna Plug
DV D
DIGITALAUDIO  OUT(PCM/BITSTREAM)OPTICAL
Antenna Connection - For proper reception of VHF/UHF channels, an external
antenna is required. For best reception an outdoor antenna is
recommended. Antenna Mode must be set to TV.
Installation
Antenna / Cable Connection
VHF/UHF
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Antenna Connection (Cable Box, no VCR)
Use this configuration when connecting the TV to a cable TV system using a Cable Box.
Antenna Connection (Cable Box, and VCR)
Use this configuration when connecting the TV to a cable TV system using a Cable Box and VCR.
Connect the cable from the
Output terminal on the back of the
Cable Box to the ANT terminal
on the left side of the TV.CABLE BOX
TERMINAL ON THE BACK
OF THE CABLE BOX
Incoming Cable from Antenna
or Cable TV System
OUTPUT
S-VIDEO
VIDEOL-AUDIO-R
Connect the cable from the
Output terminal on the back of the
VCR to the Antenna input
terminal on the left side of the TV.Connect the cable from
the Output terminal on
the back of the Cable
Box to the Antenna
input terminal on the
back of the VCR. ANTENNA
TERMINALS ON THE
LEFT SIDE OF THE TV
VCR CABLE BOX
TERMINAL ON THE BACK
OF THE CABLE BOX
Incoming Cable from Antenna
or Cable TV System OUTPUT INPUT ANT
ANTOUTPUT INPUT
TO VCRConnect the cable from the
antenna or cable system to the
Input terminal on the back of the
CABLE BOX.
ANT OUTPUT ANT INPUT
Installation
Note: When the antenna cable is connected to the TV antenna terminal via a cable box or VCR, set the TV channel
to CH3 or CH4, cable. This does not apply when signal is input from VIDEO INPUT.
ANTENNA
TERMINAL ON THE
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Notes:
(1) When a monaural VCR is used, connect the monaural audio cable to the AUDIO-L (Left) terminal.
(2) When connecting video cables, priority is given to the S-Video cable when the S-Video input terminal and the
video input terminal are connected at the same time.
How to connect the input terminals
Installation
Audio
OUTVideo
OUTS-Video
OUT
RL
(Super-VHS VCR)
L            R
AUDIO S-VIDEOVIDEO
FRONT L/R SURROUND L/RCENTER/SUBWOOFER5.1chSURROUND
AUDIO  OUT
VIDEO  IN
MONITOR
OUT
S-VIDEO cable
VIDEO
AUDIO
Connects VCRs and other peripheral equipment
Connect the S-VIDEO or
VIDEO Terminal.
AudioINPUTVideo
INS-Video
IN
RL
Recording Equipment
(VCR)
L            R
AUDIO S-VIDEOVIDEO
FRONT L/R SURROUND L/RCENTER/SUBWOOFER5.1chSURROUND
AUDIO  OUT
VIDEO  IN
MONITOR
OUT
How to connect the AV OUT Terminals
Connect the S-VIDEO or
VIDEO Terminal.