Panasonic 55" Class 1080p Led Lcd Tv Tc 55as680 Owners Manual

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Removing the pedestal from the TV
  Be sure to remove the pedestal in the following way 
when using the wall-hanging bracket or repacking the 
TV.
  1  Remove the assembly screws 
 from the TV.
  2  Lift the TV from the pedestal.
  3  Remove the assembly screws 
 from the bracket.
 
  Warning
  Do not disassemble or modify the pedestal.
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Otherwise, the TV may fall over and become 
damaged, and personal injury may result.
  Caution
  Do not use any pedestal other than that provided 
with this TV.
●  
Otherwise, the TV may fall over and become 
damaged, and personal injury may result.
  Do not use the pedestal if it becomes warped or 
physically damaged.
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If you use the pedestal when it is physically damaged, 
personal injury may result. Contact your nearest 
Panasonic Dealer immediately.
  During set-up, make sure that all screws are 
securely tightened.
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If sufficient care is not taken to ensure screws are 
properly tightened during assembly, the pedestal will 
not be strong enough to support the TV, and it might 
fall over and become damaged, and personal injury 
may result.
  When removing the pedestal, do not remove the 
pedestal by any methods other than the specified 
procedure. (p. 10)
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Otherwise, the TV and/or pedestal may fall over and 
become damaged, and personal injury may result.
 
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Moving the TV
 
Before moving the TV, disconnect all cables.
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Move the TV with at least two people. 
						

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  Power cord connection
 
 
Power Cord
  Connect after all other connections have been 
made.  Back of the TV
 
 
Insert the power cord plug 
(included) firmly into place.
  Important:
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Disconnect the power cord plug 
from the wall out first.
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The included power cord is for use 
with this unit only.
  Antenna connection
 
 
Back of the TV
  VHF/UHF Antenna
  or  Cable TV
 
Cable
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You need to subscribe to a cable TV service to enjoy 
viewing their programming.
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A high-definition connection can be made using an 
HDMI or Component Video cable. (p. 12)
  Note
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When using a Cable box, external equipment and 
video cables shown in this manual are not supplied 
with the TV.
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For additional assistance, visit us at:
  www.panasonic.com/support
  www.panasonic.ca/english/support
 
 
Connections
 
Please refer to eHELP (p. 20) for other connections 
(VIERA Link connection etc.).
  Connection Panels
 
 
Back of the TV
 
1
  3 / 
  
 
4
 
2 / 
 
6 
7 /  
5
 
1 USB1/2
  2 HDMI3
  3 Component/Video terminal
  4 Ethernet connector
  5  Antenna cable in
  6  Digital audio out
  7 HDMI1/2
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For , ,  connections, please refer to p. 12
 
  VHF/UHF Antenna
  • 
NTSC (National Television System Committee): 
Analog television system
  • 
ATSC (Advanced Television Systems Committee): 
Digital TV Standards include digital high-definition 
television (HDTV), standard-definition television 
(SDTV), data broadcasting, multi-channel surround 
sound audio and interactive television.
  
						

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     To use COMPOSITE terminals
 
    (for SD picture)
 
(Camcorder / Game system / DVD recorder / etc.)
 
  VIDEO cable
 
  AV Equipment (e.g. Camcorder)
  Note
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In some cases, it is not possible to connect 
depending on the type of cable or equipment.
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The Green terminal is shared for both the 
COMPONENT and COMPOSITE (VIDEO IN) 
connection. When using COMPOSITE (VIDEO IN) 
connection, the Yellow connector (VIDEO) should be 
inserted into Green connection.
  Network connection
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To enable the network service functions, you need to 
connect the TV to a broadband network environment. 
If you do not have any broadband network services, 
please consult your retailer for assistance.
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Prepare the Internet environment for wired connection 
or wireless connection.
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Wired connection
   TV 
Internet environment
  LAN cable (Shielded)
  ■ 
Wireless connection
 
 
Internet 
environment
  Built-in wireless LAN
 
 Access point
   
AV cable connection
     To use HDMI terminals
 
    (for best HD picture)
 
(Set-top-box / DVD recorder / Blu-ray Disc player / 
Camcorder / etc.)
 
 
 
 HDMI cable
 
  AV Equipment (e.g. Blu-ray Disc player)
  For devices with DVI output
 
   Audio cable
 
 HDMI-DVI Conversion cable
 
  AV Equipment (e.g. Blu-ray Disc player)
    
To use COMPONENT terminals
 
(DVD recorder / Blu-ray Disc player / etc.)
 
  Component cable
 
  AV Equipment (e.g. Blu-ray Disc player) 
						

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  Audio connection
 
 
  Optical cable
 
 DIGITAL AUDIO IN
 
 e.g. Amplifier with speaker system
 
 HDMI cable
 
 HDMI OUT (ARC)
  HDMI connection is available if connected audio 
equipment has ARC (Audio Return Channel) function.
  • 
Please refer to eHELP (p. 20) for more details.
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About built-in wireless LAN/Bluetooth
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To use the built-in wireless LAN, using an access 
point is recommended.
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To use the built-in wireless LAN in the access point 
mode, up to 7 devices are connectable. But the 
transfer rate will vary according to communication 
environment or connected equipments.
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Do not use the built-in wireless LAN to connect to any 
wireless network (SSID*1) for which you do not have 
usage rights. Such networks may be listed as a result 
of searches. However, using them may be regarded 
as illegal access.
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Check that the Access point supports WPS*2.
  (If it does not support WPS, the encryption key of the 
Access point is required when configuring settings.)
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Follow the instructions on the Access point setup 
screen and configure the appropriate security 
settings.
  For more details on setting of Access point, please 
refer to operating manual for the Access point.
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We recommend using 11n (5 GHz) for the wireless 
system between the built-in wireless LAN and Access 
point.
  Communication is also possible with 11a, 11b, and 
11g, but the communication speed may be slower.
●  
If the wireless system of the Access point is changed, 
devices that could connect by wireless LAN may no 
longer be able to connect.
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Data transmitted and received over radio waves may 
be intercepted and monitored.
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Keep the TV away from the following devices as 
much as possible:
  Wireless LAN, microwaves, and other devices that 
use 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz signals. Otherwise, the TV 
failures such as malfunction may occur due to the 
radio wave interference.
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When noises occur due to the static electricity, etc., 
the TV might stop operating for the protection of the 
devices. In this case, turn the TV Off with power On / 
Off switch, then turn it On again.
 *
1    SSID is a name for identifying a particular wireless 
network for transmission.
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2    WPS: Wi-Fi Protected Setup 
						

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Identifying Controls
 
TV controls/indicators
 
 
Front of the TV
  1 2
 
3
  1  Remote Control sensor
  Maximum range for remote is 23 feet (7 meters) from 
front of TV set.
  2  C.A.T.S. (Contrast Automatic Tracking System)
  3  Power indicator (On: red, Off: no light)
 
  4  Back of the TV
 
1
  2
  3
 
1  Changes the input mode
  Selects Menu and Submenu entries
  (Press and hold down for MENU function)
  2  Selects channels in sequence
  3 Volume up/down
  4 POWER button
  • 
An image of the control panel is displayed on the 
screen while in use.
  Note
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The TV consumes a small amount of electric energy 
even when turned off.
●  
Do not place any objects between the TV remote 
control sensor and remote control.
  Panasonic does not guarantee operation and 
performance of peripheral devices made by other 
manufacturers; and we disclaim any liability or 
damage arising from operation and/or performance 
from usage of such other maker’s peripheral devices. 
						

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  17 Returns to Home Screen
 
18 Displays Home Screen
 
19 Selects source to watch
 
20 Selects/OK/Change
 
21 Go back to previous menu
  22 Sound mute On/Off
 
23 Channel up/down, when viewing from ANT/Cable 
source
  24 Numeric keypad to select any channel or press to 
enter alphanumeric input in menus
  25 Accesses NETFLIX service directly
  • 
This service requires an Internet connection.
  • 
This service might be stopped or the conditions 
changed without notice.
  26 Media player
 
27 Displays eHELP (built-in manual) (p. 20)
 
Remote Control
 
 
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5
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  1  Set Sleep timer
  2  Switches TV On or Off (Standby)
  3  Switches surround sound setting
  4 Displays Menu
  5  Displays or removes the information banner
  6  Displays Apps (application) list
  7  Displays Option Menu for special functions (when 
available)
  8  Colored buttons (used for various functions)
 
9 Volume up/down
 
10 Use for digital channels
 
11 External equipment operations
 *
    Functions are switched depending on connected 
external equipment and operation.
 
 :  Press and hold to skip backward/
forward.
  12 Switches to previously viewed channel or input
 
13 Closed caption On/Off
 
14 Selects Secondary Audio Programming
 
15 Operates the Favorite channel list function
 
16 Changes aspect ratio and zoom 
						

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  Use the Touch Pad Controller within the range of 
10.5 ft (3.2 m) from front surface of the TV. The range 
may be shortened if there are any obstacles or can be 
affected by the surrounding environment or building 
structure.
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Pairing Touch Pad Controller
 
1  Insert the batteries in the Touch Pad Controller.
  2  Hold the Touch Pad Controller within 1.6 ft. (50 cm) of 
the TV.
  3  Operate touch pad or press any button other than 
Power button to start pairing.
  4  Please complete the pairing by checking the status in 
the pairing guide on the screen.
  • 
You can also pair the Touch Pad Controller.
  (Press MENU > Setup > Touch Pad settings)
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Operating Touch Pad Controller
 
Touch Pad operations
 
  Tap:
  Tap center of the pad to “OK”.
 
  Swipe:
  Slide your finger to swipe.
 
  Trace the fringe to scroll.
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Some operations differ depending on the application.
 
Touch Pad Controller
 
The Touch Pad Controller is designed to facilitate TV 
operations, such as when accessing Home Screen 
or the Browser with the Touch Pad and free pointing 
system. It also covers other TV operations as a Remote 
Control.
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Touch Pad Controller must be paired with the TV 
prior to operation. (Pairing to this TV with Bluetooth 
wireless technology.)
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Parts names and functions
 
 
1  8
  7   4
 
2
 
3
 
5
 
6
 
9
 
10
 
11
 
12
 
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1 Power button
  2 Volume up/down
  3  Menu (Displays Menu)
  4 Touch Pad
  5  Option menu (Displays Option menu)
  6  My button (Register your favorite contents)
  7  HOME (Displays Home Screen)
  8 Microphone
  9 Channel up/down
  10 To use microphone
  11 RETURN
  12 Apps (Displays Apps list)
  13 OK
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The Touch Pad Controller must be pointed toward the 
TV to turn on the power. (Only the Power-on switch 
works at first.)
●  
The TV can be paired with one Touch Pad Controller 
only.
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Please refer to eHELP (p. 20) for more information 
about My button.
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About Voice Control:
  It is recommended to speak within about 6 inches 
(15 cm) from microphone of Touch Pad Controller 
when using Voice Control function. (Please refer to 
eHELP (p. 20) for Voice Control function.)
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Transmission Range: 
						

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  Installing the remote’s batteries
  ■ 
Remote Control
 
 
Pull open
  Hook
 
 
 
Note the correct 
polarity (+ or -) 
(AA batteries)  Close
  ■ 
Touch Pad Controller
 
 
Slide open
 
 
 
Close
  Note the correct 
polarity (+ or -) 
(AAA batteries)
  Warning
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Do not allow children to handle remote control 
batteries.
  • 
As with any small object, remote control batteries 
can be swallowed by young children.
  Caution
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Incorrect installation may cause battery leakage and 
corrosion, resulting in damage to the remote control.
  • 
Do not mix old and new batteries.
  • 
Do not mix different battery types (such as alkaline 
and manganese batteries).
  • 
Do not use rechargeable (Ni-Cd) batteries.
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Do not burn or break batteries. 
						

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Complete first time setup
  Completion screen is displayed.
 
3  Select type of Home Screen
 
The “Tutorial” for “my Home Screen” starts.
  Follow the instruction of the “Tutorial” to select desired 
“Home Screen”.
  Example: Home Screen Selection
 
  Example: Lifestyle Screen
 
  • 
“Home Screen” is displayed as the start-up screen 
when the TV is turned on or the HOME button is 
pressed.
   
First Time Setup
 
The first time setup screen is displayed only when the 
TV is turned on for the first time, after the power cord is 
inserted into a wall outlet.
  1  Turn the TV on with the POWER 
button
  (TV)
 
  or
  (Remote)
 
  2  Setup the following items
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Select your language
●  
Select your country
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Select your viewing mode 
(Be sure to select “Home Use”)
  If you select “Store Demonstration” by mistake, 
confirmation screen will be displayed.
  To display the “Set viewing mode” screen again 
in order to select “Home Use”, perform one of the 
following actions:
  • 
Press and hold down the rear POWER button for 
at least five seconds.
  • 
Unplug the power cord for 30 seconds and then 
plug it in again.
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Configure Network connection
  Follow the instructions on screen to complete the 
Network connection.
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ANT/Cable setup
  Set up based on how your TV programming is 
connected. Select “Yes” if you are connected to a 
Cable, Satellite or Fiber Optic box. Select “No” if you 
are connected to the Antenna/Cable In with a coaxial 
wire into the screw-on connector. In this case you will 
need to scan for channels that are available in your 
area.
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Adjust the Clock
  Select the clock mode and adjust other settings.
  When “Auto” is selected, clock will be set 
automatically according to Time zone and DST. The 
TV must be connected to the Internet to use this 
feature.  
						

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  Watching TV
 
Select the TV viewer from “Home 
Screen”
 
  select
 
 access
  To watch TV via a Cable box, Satellite receiver, or 
any other source (DVD, DVR, gaming device, etc.), 
press the INPUT button and select the appropriate 
input. 
  To access each feature
 
Access “Apps list” and select a feature
 
 
Example: Apps  list
 
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Apps are the applications (features) of the TV.
●  
For operations of each feature and the setup of “Apps 
list”, follow the on-screen instructions or refer to the 
eHELP (Using my Home Screen > Using Apps list).
   
Operations
 
Turn power on
   or
 
(Remote)  
(TV)
 
The last viewed Home Screen is displayed each time 
the TV is turned on.
  Example: Lifestyle Screen
 
  Example: Selected content screen
 
●  
To return to “Home Screen” at any time.
 
●  
You can customize “Home Screen” and display 
desired information, access specific features easily, 
select the default “Home Screen”, etc. For details, 
follow the on-screen instructions or refer to the 
eHELP (Using my Home Screen > my Home Screen 
> Settings).