Panasonic Lcd Television Tc 26lx70 Operating Instructions

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Advanced
 Recommended AV Connections
ANT 
Cable BoxCable TV
or
■ To watch DVDs
■ To listen to the TV through 
speakers
Amplifier
• Set the TV channel to CH3 or CH4 for using Cable Box 
Connection.
• For further information on Cable Box Connection, 
consult your local cable company.
• The picture and audio input signals connected to a 
terminal specified in “Prog-out stop” (p. 12-13) cannot 
be output from “OUTPUT” terminals.
•To prevent howling and image oscillation, set the “Prog-out-stop” setting when connecting VCR with 
loop-connection. (p. 12)
• When equipment (STB, DVD, etc.) is connected to 
HDMI or COMPONENT terminals, only audio signals 
can be obtained. No video signals can be output.
Note
or
■ DVD Recorder / VCR DVD Player
Set Top Box 
						

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KEY NAME VCR MODEDBS/CBL MODE
DVD MODE
(DBS) (CBL)
PowerPowerPowerPower
 
-CH Up, Cursor Up CH Up, Cursor Up Skip Up
-CH Down, Cursor Down CH Down, Cursor Down Skip Down
Vol Down DBS Cursor LeftCBL Cursor LeftVol Down
Vol Up DBS Cursor Right CBL Cursor Right Vol Up
-DBS MenuCBL Menu-
-Exit Exit-
TV Input SwitchTV Input SwitchTV Input SwitchTV Input Switch
Onscreen Display Onscreen Display Recall Onscreen Display
TV MuteTV MuteTV MuteTV Mute
-GuideGuide-
--0-90-9-
Rewind--Reverse
Play--Play
Fast Forward--Forward
Pause--Pause
Stop--Stop
VCR Record-PVR Record *1-
TV/VCR AspectAspectOpen/Close
Channel DownPage DownPage DownSlow Reverse
Channel Up Page Up Page UpSlow Forward
*1: Combination type
Remote Control Operation/Code List
• Operation may not be possible depending on the available memory size of \
the remote control.
This remote control is not designed to cover operation of all functions \
of all models.
The following explains how to operate external equipment with the remote\
 control.
• Register the remote control codes (p. 18) if you want to operate an ex\
ternal equipment of another manufacturer. (p. 23-24)
■ Remote Control Operation List
This chart defines which keys are operational after programming (if nee\
ded),
while in the selected remote control mode, DTV, CABLE, DBS, VCR, DVD.
Note 
						

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FAQs, etc.
 Remote Control Operation/Code List
Admiral 335
Aiwa332
Akai 314, 315, 316, 329
Audio Dynamic 311, 339
Bell & Howell 305, 313
Broksonic 320, 326
Canon 323, 325
Citizen 306
Craig 305, 306, 329
Curtis Mathes 324, 345
Daewoo 301, 324, 343
DBX 310, 311, 339
Dimensia 345
Emerson 303, 319, 320, 325, 326, 343
Fisher 305, 307, 308, 309, 313
Funai 320, 326, 334
GE 324, 333, 345
Goldstar 306
Gradiente 334
Hitachi 300, 323, 345
Instant Replay 323, 324
Jensen 339
JVC 310, 311, 334, 339
Kenwood 306, 310, 311, 339
LXI 300, 305, 306, 307, 308, 309
Magnavox 323, 324, 331
Marantz 310, 311, 339
Marta 306
Memorex 309, 324
MGA 338, 340, 341, 347, 348
Minolta 300, 345
Mitsubishi 338, 340, 341, 347, 348
Multitech 304, 347
NEC 310, 311, 334, 339
Olympic 323, 324
Optimus 306, 321, 328, 335
Orion 320, 326Panasonic 321, 322, 323, 324
J.C.Penney300, 305, 310, 311, 324,
339, 345
Pentax 300, 311, 345
Philco 320, 323, 324, 326, 331, 343
Philips 323, 324, 331
Pioneer 323
Proscan 300, 301, 302, 323, 324,
331, 333, 345, 346
Quasar 321, 322, 323, 324
Radio Shack 305, 309, 324, 333, 336, 340
RCA 300, 301, 302, 323, 324,
331, 333, 345, 346
Realistic 305, 309, 324, 336, 340
Samsung 302, 304, 333
Sansui 320, 326, 339, 352
Sanyo 305, 309, 313
Scott 301, 302, 304, 309, 320,
326, 338, 340, 347, 348
Sears 300, 305, 306, 307, 308
Sharp 335, 336
Shintom 317
Signature 2000 335
Singer 317
Sony 328, 329, 330
Sylvania 323, 324, 331
Tashiro 306
Tatung 310, 311, 339
Teac 310, 311, 339
Technics 321, 322, 323, 324
Teknika 324
Toshiba 301, 346
Vector 
Research 311
Wards 306, 309, 335, 336, 344
Yamaha 305, 310, 311, 339
Zenith 306, 344
Codes for VCR
Brand CodeBrandCode
Panasonic Replay100
Philips Tivo 101
Sony Tivo 102
Codes for Personal Video Recorders
Brand Code
■ Remote Control Code List 
						

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ABC224
Archer 225, 232
Cableview 205, 232
Citizen 205, 222
Curtis 212, 213
Diamond 224, 225, 232
Eagle 229
Eastern 234
GC Brand 205, 232
Gemini 222
General
Instrument/
Jerrold 211, 219, 220, 221, 222,
223, 224, 225, 226, 227
Hamlin 212, 218, 240, 241, 242,
245
Hitachi 203, 224
Macom 203, 204, 205
Magnavox 233
Memorex 230
Movietime 205, 232
Oak 202, 237, 239
Panasonic 209, 210, 214
Philips 206, 207, 228, 229, 230
Pioneer 201, 216Pulsar205, 232
Puser 232
RCA 215
Realistic 232
Regal 212, 218, 240, 241, 242, 245
Regency 234
Rembrandt 205, 232, 237
Samsung 205
Scientific Atlanta 211, 212, 213
Slmark 201, 205
Sprucer 205, 210
Stargate 205, 232
Teleview 201, 205
Texscan 244
Tocom 235
Toshiba 204
Unika 225, 232
Universal 222, 232
Videoway 206
Viewstar 229, 230
Zenith 200, 217
Zenith /Drae
Satellite 200
Codes for Cable Box
Brand
CodeBrandCode
Dish Network 105, 115, 116
Echo Star
(Echostar)105
Express VU 105, 115
G.E. 106
G.I.
(General Instrument)108
Gradiente 114
Hitachi 103, 111, 112
HNS (Hughes) 103
Magnavox 101, 102
Panasonic 104
Philips 101, 102
Primestar 108
Proscan 106, 109, 110, 113
RCA 106, 109, 110, 113
Sony 107
Star Choice 103, 108
Toshiba 100
Uniden 101, 102
Codes for DBS
Brand CodeBrandCode
Denon100
Ferguson 101
JVC 109
Mitsubishi 105
Nordmende 101
Panasonic 100
Philips 103
Pioneer 102
RCA 101Saba101
Samsung 110
Sharp 108
Sony 104
Technics 100
Thomson 101
Toshiba 103
Yamaha 100
Zenith 107
Codes for DVD
Brand CodeBrandCode
Remote Control Operation/Code List 
						

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FAQs, etc.
 Ratings List for Channel Lock
 Remote Control Operation/Code List 
NRNO RATING (NOT RATED) AND NA (NOT APPLICABLE) PROGRAMS. Movie has not been rated or
rating does not apply.
GGENERAL AUDIENCES. All ages admitted.
PGPARENTAL GUIDANCE SUGGESTED. Some material may not be suitable for children.
PG-13PARENTS STRONGLY CAUTIONED. Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13.
RRESTRICTED. Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
NC-17NO ONE 17 AND UNDER ADMITTED.
XADULTS ONLY.
Age-basedGroup Age-based
Ratings Possible Content
Selections Description
NR
(Not Rated)
TV-NR Viewable Blocked Not Rated.
Youth
TV-Y Viewable Blocked All children. The themes and elements in this program are specifically
designed for a very young audience, including children from ages 2-6.
TV-Y7 FV  Blocked Viewable BlockedDirected to older children. Themes and elements in this program may
include mild physical or comedic violence, or may frighten children unde\
r
the age of 7.
Guidance
TV-G Viewable Blocked General audience. It contains little or no violence, no strong language,\
and little or no sexual dialogue or situations.
TV-PG D,L,S,V (all selected) Any combination of D,
L, S, V Parental guidance suggested. The program may contain infrequent
coarse language, limited violence, some suggestive sexual dialogue and
situations.
TV-14 D,L,S,V (all selected) Any combination of D,
L, S, V Parents strongly cautioned. This program may contain sophisticated
themes, sexual content, strong language and more intense violence.
TV-MA D,L,S,V (all selected) Any combination of L,
S, V Mature audiences only. This program may contain mature themes,
profane language, graphic violence, and explicit sexual content.
EExempt - Exempt programming includes: news, sports, documentaries and ot\
her information programming,
talk shows, music videos, and variety programming.
CProgramming intended for children under age 8. No offensive language, nudity or sexual content.
C8+Programming generally considered acceptable for children 8 years and ove\
r. No profanity, nudity or sexual content.
GGeneral programming, suitable for all audiences.
PGParental Guidance suggested. Some material may not be suitable for child\
ren.
14+Programming contains themes or content which may not be suitable for vie\
wers under the age of 14. Parents are
strongly cautioned to exercise discretion in permitting viewing by pre-t\
eens and early teens.
18+18+ years old. Programming restricted to adults. Contains constant viole\
nce or scenes of extreme violence.
EExempt - Exempt programming.
GGeneral - Programming intended for audience of all ages. Contains no vio\
lence, or the violence content is minimal
or is depicted appropriately.
8 ans+8+ General - Not recommended for young children. Programming intended fo\
r a broad audience but contains light
or occasional violence. Adult supervision recommended.
13 ans+Programming may not be suitable for children under the age of 13 - Conta\
ins either a few violent scenes or one or
more sufficiently violent scenes to affect them. Adult supervision strongly suggested.
16 ans+Programming may not be suitable for children under the age of 16 - Conta\
ins frequent scenes of violence or intense
violence.
18 ans+Programming restricted to adults. Contains constant violence or scenes o\
f extreme violence.
Ratings List for Channel Lock
“V-chip” technology enables you to lock out channels or shows according\
 to
standard ratings set by the entertainment industry. (p. 17)
■ U.S. MOVIE RATINGS (MPAA)
■ U.S. TV PROGRAMS RATINGS (U. S. T. V)
■ CANADIAN ENGLISH RATINGS (C. E. L. R)
■ CANADIAN FRENCH RATINGS (C. F. L. R)
FV: Fantasy/Cartoon Violence. V: Violence S: Sex L: Offensive Language D: Dialogue with sexual content. 
						

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Technical Information
Closed Caption (CC)
Aspect Ratio
Let you choose the aspect depending on the format of the received signal\
 and your preference. (p. 10) (e.g.: in case 
of 4:3 image)
• The closed caption is not displayed when you use HDMI connection.
• If analog connected equipment is used for displaying or recording, close\
d caption (CC) should be set On/Off on the 
connected equipment.
The CC mode setting of the TV will not affect the analog input.
If CC is set to On on both the connected equipment and the TV, captions from each unit will overlap.
• FULL• JUST
FULLJUST
Enlarges the 4:3 image horizontally to the screen’s side edges.
(Recommended for anamorphic picture)Stretches to justify the 4:3 image to the four corners of the 
screen. 
(Recommended for normal TV broadcast)
• H-FILL• 4:3
H-FILL
Enlarges the 4:3 image horizontally to the screen’s side edges. 
The side edges of the image are cut off.Standard
(Note that “after image” of the side bar may occur from
displaying it for a long time.)
• ZOOM
ZOOM
Enlarges the 4:3 image to the entire screen. 
(Recommended for Letter Box)
• Zoom adjust
 Vertical image position and size can be adjusted in “ZOOM.”
 Select “Zoom adjust” on the “Picture” menu. (p. 12-13)
 V-Position: Vertical position adjustment    Size: Vertical size adjustment
Side bar
• To reset the aspect ratio   (OK)Note
• 480i (4:3), 480i (16:9), 480p (4:3), 480p (16:9) : FULL, JUST, 
4:3 or ZOOM
• 1080i / 720p : FULL, H-FILL, JUST or 4:3
• When the signal is 720p/1080i, the aspect mode automatically 
defaults to Full after turning off the TV, after changing 
input mode, or after changed signal resolution other than 
720p/1080i. 
						

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FAQs, etc.
 Technical Information
HDMI connection
HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) allows you to enjoy high-d\
efinition digital images and high-quality sound by connecting 
the TV unit and the equipment.
HDMI-compatible equipment (*1) with an HDMI or DVI output terminal, su\
ch as a set-top box or a DVD player, can be connected 
to the HDMI connector using an HDMI compliant (fully wired) cable.
• HDMI is the world’s first complete digital consumer AV interface complying with a non-compression standard.
• If the external equipment has only a DVI output, connect to the HDMI ter\
minal via a DVI to HDMI adapter cable (*2).
• When the DVI to HDMI adapter cable is used, connect the audio cable to t\
he audio input terminal.
• Audio settings can be made on the “HDMI in” menu screen. (p. 12-1\
3)
Applicable audio signal sampling frequencies (L.PCM): 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz\
, 32 kHz
 (*1): The HDMI logo is displayed on an HDMI-compliant equipment. 
  (*2): Enquire at your local digital equipment retailer shop.
Caution
• Use with a PC is not assumed.
• All signals are reformatted before being displayed on the screen.
• If the connected equipment has an aspect adjustment function, set the as\
pect ratio to “16:9”.
• This HDMI connector is “type A”.
• Equipment having no digital output terminal may be connected to the inpu\
t terminal of either “COMPONENT”, “S VIDEO”, or 
“VIDEO” to receive analog signals.
• The HDMI input terminal can be used with only the following image signal\
s: 480i, 480p, 720p and 1080i 
Match the output setting of the digital equipment.
• For details of the applicable HDMI signals, see below.
horizontal
frequency (kHz) vertical
frequency (Hz) COMPONENT HDMI
525 (480) / 60i 15.7359.94
**
525 (480) /60p

31.4759.94
**
750 (720) /60p 45.0059.94
**
1,125 (1,080) /60i 33.7559.94
**
* Mark: Applicable input signal for Component (Y, PB, PR) and HDMI
• Signals other than those shown above may not be displayed properly.
• The above signals are reformatted for optimal viewing on your display.
Input signals that can be displayed
Note
VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” 
HDMI connections to some Panasonic equipment allow you to enjoy easy pla\
yback.
• Set up the equipment to enable this function. Read the manual for the eq\
uipment.
• Switch the TV unit on again with the equipment on when connection or setup is chang\
ed.
• This function may not work normally depending on the equipment condition\
.
• The equipment can be operated by TV’s remote control with this function on even if TV is in Standby mode.
• Image or sound may not be available for the first few seconds when the p\
layback starts.
• Image or sound may not be available for the first few seconds when Input\
 mode is switched.
Pic. mode
• Vivid (default)   : Provides enhanced picture contrast and sharpness for viewing in a well\
-lit room.
• Standard       : Recommended for normal viewing conditions with subdued room lighting.
• Cinema       : For watching movies in a darkened room. It provides a soft, film-like \
picture. 
						

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FA Q Maintenance
Display panel
The front of the display panel has been specially treated. Wipe the pane\
l surface gently using only a cleaning cloth or 
a soft, lint-free cloth.
• If the surface is particularly dirty, soak a soft, lint-free cloth in diluted neutral detergent (1 part det\
ergent diluted by 
100 times the amount of water) and then wring the cloth to remove exces\
s liquid. Use this cloth to wipe the surface 
of the display panel, then wipe it evenly with a dry cloth of the same t\
ype until the surface is dry.
• Do not scratch or hit the surface of the panel with fingernails or other\
 hard objects. Furthermore, avoid contact 
with volatile substances such as insect sprays, solvents and thinners; o\
therwise, the quality of the surface may be 
adversely affected.
Cabinet
If the cabinet becomes dirty, wipe it with a soft, dry cloth.
• If the cabinet is particularly dirty, soak the cloth in a weak detergent solution and then wring the cloth d\
ry.
  Use this cloth to wipe the cabinet, and then wipe it dry with a dry clot\
h.
• Do not allow any detergent to come into direct contact with the surface \
of the LCD TV.
  If water droplets get inside the unit, operating problems may result.
• Avoid contact with volatile substances such as insect sprays, solvents an\
d thinner; otherwise, the quality of the 
cabinet surface may be adversely affected or the coating may peel off. Furthermore, do not leave it for long periods 
in contact with articles made from rubber or PVC.
Power cord plug
Wipe the plug with a dry cloth at regular intervals. (Moisture and dust\
 can lead to fire or electrical shock.)
First, unplug the Power cord plug from the wall outlet.
Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guid\
elines to resolve the problem.
If problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer or\
 Panasonic 
Servicenter for assistance. For details (p. 31)
Pictures from external equipment 
are distorted when the unit is 
connected via HDMI
• Is the HDMI cable connected properly?
(p. 20-21, 27)
• Turn Off the TV unit and equipment, then turn 
them On again.
• Check an input signal from the equipment.
(p. 27)
• Use equipment compliant with 
EIA/CEA-861/861B.
White spots or 
shadow images 
(noise)
 
• Check the position, direction,
and connection of the aerial.
The LCD panel moves 
slightly when it is 
pushed with a finger
Clattered sound might 
be heard
• There are some looseness 
around the panel to prevent the 
damage to the panel.
  The panel might move slightly  when it is pushed with a finger, 
and clattered sound might be 
heard. This is not a malfunction.The remote control does not work
• Are the batteries installed correctly? (p. 6)
• Has the battery run down?
• To operate external equipment of other
manufacturers, register the
remote control codes. (p. 18, 23-24) 
						

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FAQs, etc.
 Frequently Asked Questions
 Maintenance
If there is a problem with your TV please refer to the table below to determine the symptoms, then carry\
 out the 
suggested check. If this does not solve the problem, please contact your\
 local Panasonic dealer, quoting the model 
number and serial number (both found on the rear of the TV).
Noisy SoundSnowy Picture
Normal SoundMultiple Images
Noisy SoundInterference
No SoundNormal Picture
No SoundNo Picture
Normal SoundNo color
Weak or No SoundPoor or Distorted Picture
Weak, Wrong or No SoundNormal Picture
Cannot operate with the remote control.
There may be red spots, blue spots, 
green spots and black spots on the 
screen.
The main unit is hot.
SymptomsChecks
PictureSound
• Antenna location, direction or connection.
• Antenna location, direction or connection.
• Electrical appliances.
  Cars / Motorcycles.
 Fluorescent lights.
• Volume level.
  Sound mute switched on.
 Stereo/SAP/Mono
• TV set to AV mode.
  Not plugged into wall outlet.
  Not switched on.
  Picture / Sound controls set at minimum levels.
• Color controls set at minimum levels.
 Weak signal.
• Retune Channel (s).
• Sound reception may have deteriorated.
  Set Stereo/SAP/Mono setting to SAP or Mono until reception improved.
• The battery/ies is/are exhausted.
  The batteries’ polarity is wrong.
 The remote control sensor is exposed to strong light from a fluorescent \
lamp, etc.
• This is a characteristic of liquid crystal panels and is not a problem. \
The 
liquid crystal panel is built with very high precision technology giving\
 you 
fine picture details. Occasionally, a few non-active pixels may appear on the 
screen as fixed points of red, blue, green, or black.
  Please note this does not affect the performance of your LCD.
• The main unit radiates heat and some of the parts may become hot. This is 
not a problem for performance or quality.
  Set up in a location with good ventilation.
  Do not cover the ventilation holes of the TV with a tablecloth, etc., and do  not place on top of other equipment.
“VIERA Link” function does not work• Switch the TV unit on again with the equipment on. 
• Set “VIERA Link” to “Off”, then set to “On” again. (p. 19) 
						

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Specifications
Note
• Design and Specifications are subject to change without notice. Mass and\
 Dimensions shown are approximate.
791 mm 657 mm
473 mm 525 mm
440 mm440 mm
563 mm 
615 mm 
117 mm239 mm 117 mm 
239 mm
[TC-26LX70L] [TC-32LX70L]
TC-26LX70L TC-32LX70L
Power Source AC 1
 10 V - 220 V, 50/60 Hz AC 110 V - 220 V, 50/60 HzPower ConsumptionAverage use
Maximum Current
Standby condition105 W
1.3 A
0.6 W 11 8  W
1.5 A
0.6 W
Aspect Ratio 16:9
Visible screen size 26.0 ” DIAGONAL 
(66.1 cm DIAGONAL) 31.5 ” DIAGONAL 
(80.0 cm DIAGONAL)
(W × H × Diagonal) 576 mm × 324 mm × 661 mm 698 mm × 392 mm × 800 mm
(No. of pixels) 1,049,088 (1,366 (W) × 768(H))
 [4,098 × 768 dots]
SoundSpeaker60 mm × 120 mm Full-range × 2 pcs
Audio Output 20 W [ 10 W + 10 W ] ( 10 % THD ) 
Headphones M3 (3.5mm) Jack × 1
Channel Capability VHF/UHF: 2--69, CATV: 1-125
Operating Conditions Temperature  : 32 °F -95 °F (0 °C – 35°C)
Connection TerminalsINPUT 1-2VIDEO    : RCA PIN Type × 1 1.0 V [p-p] (75 Ω
)
S VIDEO  : Mini DIN 4-pin Y:1.0 V [p-p] (75 Ω ) C:0.286 V [p-p] (75 Ω)
AUDIO L - R  : RCA PIN Type × 2
 0.5 V [rms]
INPUT 3 VIDEO    : RCA PIN Type × 1
 1.0 V [p-p] (75 Ω
)
AUDIO L - R  : RCA PIN Type × 2 0.5 V [rms]
COMPONENT
VIDEO INPUT Y    : 1.0 V [p-p] (including synchronization)
P
B, PR    : ±0.35 V [p-p]
AUDIO L-R  : RCA PIN Type × 2 0.5 V [rms]
HDMI 
AUDIO IN TYPE A  Connector  ×  1
AUDIO L - R  : RCA PIN Type × 2
 0.5 V [rms]
OUTPUT VIDEO   :  
RCA PIN Type × 1
 1.0 V [p-p] (75 Ω)
AUDIO L - R  :  RCA PIN Type × 2 0.5 V [rms]
FEATURES 3D Y/C Digital Comb Filter, CLOSED CAPTION, V-Chip
HDMI
Vesa compatible
Dimensions
(W × H × D)
Including TV stand 657 mm × 525 mm × 239 mm 791 mm × 615 mm × 239 mm
TV Set only 657 mm × 473 mm × 117 mm 791 mm × 563 mm × 117 mm
Mass 14.0 
 NET 17.0  NET