Panasonic Color Television Ct 27d12 Operating Instructions

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Color Television
Operating Instructions
CT-27D12D
CT-27D12SDCT-32D12D CT-36D12D
TQB2AA0384-2 22603
PRINTED IN USA
Télé-couleur
Manuel d’utilisation
TQB2AA0384-2          22603
IMPRIMÉ AUX ÉTATS-UNIS
For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA (7262) or
send e-mail to: [email protected] (USA only)
CT-27D12D
CT-27D12SDCT-32D12D CT-36D12D 
						

							 WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock do not remove cover or back.
No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
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. 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.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
WARNING
WA R N I N G:  TO REDUCE THE RISK OF  FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO 
NOT EXPOSE THIS  APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. 
ANY CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS TO THIS TV 
RECEIVER NOT EXPRESSLY APPROVED BY
MATSUSHITA ELECTRIC CORPORATION OF AMERICA
COULD CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, WHICH 
WOULD VOID THE USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE
THIS EQUIPMENT.  FCC CAUTION:
THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES BOTH A CATHODE RAY TUBE (CRT) AND
OTHER COMPONENTS THAT CONTAIN LEAD. DISPOSAL OF THESE
MATERIALS MAY BE REGULATED IN YOUR COMMUNITY DUE TO
ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS. FOR DISPOSAL OR RECYCLING
INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT YOUR LOCAL AUTHORITIES, OR THE
ELECTRONICS INDUSTRIES ALLIANCE:  ENVIRONMENTAL NOTICE: 
						

							TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Table of Contents
Congratulations ......................................................... 2
Customer Record ...................................................................... 2
Care and Cleaning..................................................................... 2
Specifications ............................................................................ 2
Installation.................................................................. 3
Television Location .................................................................... 3
Optional Cable Connections ...................................................... 3
AC Power Supply Cord.............................................................. 3
Cable / Antenna Connection...................................................... 3
Feature Chart ............................................................. 4
Auto Set Up Menu...................................................... 5
Optional Equipment Connections  ........................... 6
VCR Connection ........................................................................ 6
Front Control Panel ................................................... 6
Digital TV - Set-Top Box or DVD Player Connection................. 7
Amplifier Connection (TO AUDIO AMP) .................................... 7
Remote Control Operation ....................................... 8
Mode Operational Key Chart  .................................................... 9
Programming the Remote ....................................................... 11
Programming With a Code ...................................................... 11
Programming Without a Code ................................................. 11
Component Codes................................................................... 12
Icon Menu Navigation ............................................. 14
Main Menu Icons ...................................................... 15
Icon Menus .............................................................................. 15
Icon Menu Operation ............................................... 16
Set Up...................................................................................... 16
Picture ..................................................................................... 18
Timer ....................................................................................... 19
Audio ....................................................................................... 20
Channels ................................................................................. 21
Lock ......................................................................................... 22
V-Chip Menu Operation........................................... 23
U.S. TV Programs ................................................................... 23
U.S. Movies ............................................................................. 24
Rating Systems for Canada..................................................... 26
Troubleshooting Chart ............................................ 28
Limited Warranty ..................................................... 29
Customer Services Directory ................................. 31
Limited Warranty (models sold in Canada only) .. 32
Index ......................................................................... 33
Read these instructions completely before operating television.
Contents are subject to change without notice or obligation.
Copyright 2002 by Matsushita Electric Corporation of America. All rights reserved.
Unauthorized copying and distribution is a violation of law.  
						

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CONGRATULATIONS
Congratulations
Your new TV Monitor/Receiver features a solid state chassis that is designed to give you many years of enjoyment. It was
thoroughly tested and tuned at the factory for best performance.
Customer Record
The model and serial number of this product are located on the back of the television. You should note the model and serial
number in the space provided and retain as a permanent record of your purchase. This will aid in identification in the event
of theft or loss. Product registration for U.S. customers is available at www.prodreg.com/panasonic. 
Model
Number
Serial
Number
Care and Cleaning
Screen (Turn TV Off)
• Use a mild soap solution or window cleaner with a soft clean cloth. DO NOT USE ABRASIVE CLEANERS.
• Avoid excessive moisture and wipe dry.
Note:Do not spray any type of cleaning fluid directly on the screen.
Cabinet and Remote Control
rFor cabinets and remote control, use a soft cloth dampened with water or a mild detergent solution. Avoid excessive moisture and
wipe dry.
rDo not use benzene, thinner or other petroleum based products. 
Specifications
Specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.
Power Source
CT-27D12D (2.0A)
CT-27D12DU (2.0A)
CT-27D12SD (2.0A)
CT-32D12D (2.2A)
CT-32D12DU (2.2A)
CT-36D12D (2.4A)
CT-36D12DU (2.4A)
120V AC, 60Hz
Channel Capability - 181VHF-12; UHF-56; Cable-113
 Video Input Jacks1Vp-p, 75 Ohm, Phono Jack Type
 Audio Input Jacks500mV RMS 47K Ohm
 Audio Output Jacks0-2.0V RMS 4.7K Ohm
Component input (Y / PB / PR)75 Ohms, Phono Jack Type
 S-Video Input JacksS-Video (Y-C) Connector 
						

							INSTALLATION
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Installation
Television Location
Follow these recommendations before deciding the location of your television.
rAvoid excessive sunlight or bright lights, including reflections.
rKeep away from excessive heat or moisture. Inadequate ventilation may cause internal component failure.
rFluorescent lighting may reduce remote control transmitting range.
rKeep away from magnetic equipment, including motors, fans and external speakers.
CAUTION: Use this television receiver 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 injury from
tip-over. In order to avoid injury to children, never place your television receiver on a piece of furniture that is capable of
being tilted by a child leaning on it, pulling on it, standing on it, or climbing on it. 
CT-27D12D, CT-27D12SD, CT-27D12DU:
CAUTION:
 These television receivers for use only with PANASONIC TY-27G22M (TY-27G22M-PC for Canada) stand. Use with
other carts (or stands) is capable of resulting in instability causing possible injury.
CT-32D12D, CT-32D12DU:
CAUTION:
 These television receivers for use only with PANASONIC TY-32G22M (TY-32G22M-PC for Canada) stand. Use with
other carts (or stands) is capable of resulting in instability causing possible injury.
CT-36D12D, CT-36D12DU:
CAUTION:
 These television receivers for use only with PANASONIC TY-36G22M (TY-36G22M-PC for Canada) stand. Use with
other carts (or stands) is capable of resulting in instability causing possible injury.
Optional Cable Connections
Shielded audio and video cables should be used between components. For best results:
rUse 75-ohm coaxial shielded cables.
rUse appropriate input and output connectors that match your component connectors.
rAvoid long cables to minimize interference.
AC Power Supply Cord
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT OF AC OUTLET
AND FULLY INSERT. DO NOT USE A PLUG WITH A RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADE
CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE. 
PROTECT POWER CORDS FROM BEING WALKED ON, ROLLED OVER, CRIMPED, BENT OR PINCHED,
PARTICULARLY AT PLUGS, CONVENIENCE RECEPTACLES, AND THE POINT WHERE THEY EXIT FROM THE APPARATUS.
Cable / Antenna Connection
For proper reception, either a cable or antenna connection is required.
Cable Connection
Connect the cable supplied by your local cable company.
Note:A cable converter box may be required for proper reception.   Check with your local cable company for
compatibility requirements.
Antenna Connection
• For proper reception of VHF/UHF channels, an external antenna is required. For best reception, an
outdoor antenna is recommended.
Note:Cable Mode is preset at the factory. Antenna users must change to TV mode in the Set Up Menu under
Prog Chan.
Polarized plug
75 Ohm VHF/UHF
on back of TV
Incoming Cable from
Cable Company
Incoming Cable from
Home Antenna 
						

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FEATURE CHART
Feature Chart 
 
MODELS 
CT-27D12D
 
CT-27D12SD
CT-32D12D 
 
CT-36D12D
Features
MENU LANGUAGE (ENG/SPAN/FR)rrrr
VIDEO INPUT MEMORYrrrr
CHANNEL INFO BANNERrrrr
VIDEO INPUT SKIPrrrr
75 OHM INPUTrrrr
V-CHIP CAPABILITY rrrr
CLOSED CAPTIONINGrrrr
VIDEO NORMrrrr
AUDIO NORMrrrr
STEREOrrrr
BASS/TREBLE/BALANCErrrr
SURROUNDrrrr
AI SOUNDrrrr
NUMBER OF SPEAKERS 2 222
A/V IN (REAR/FRONT)3 
(2/1)3 
(2/1)3
(2/1)3 
(2/1)
AUDIO OUTrrrr
S-VIDEO INPUT (REAR/FRONT)1 
(1/0)1 
(1/0)1
(1/0)1 
(1/0)
COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT
(REAR/FRONT)1 
(1/0)1 
(1/0)1
(1/0)1 
(1/0)
HEADPHONE JACKrrrr
IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING THE USE OF VIDEO GAMES, COMPUTERS, OR
OTHER FIXED IMAGE DISPLAYS.
WARNING: The marking or retained image on the picture tube resulting from viewing fixed
image is not an operating defect and as such is not covered by Warranty. 
This television is designed to display constantly moving images on the screen. Continuous viewing
of stationary images such as letterbox pictures on standard screen TVs (with top/bottom bars), non-
expanded standard (4:3) pictures on wide screen TVs (with side bars shown on each side of an
image), stock market report bars (ticker running at the bottom of the screen), video game patterns,
fixed scoreboards, bright station logos, on-line (Internet) or repetitive computer style patterns should
be limited.
The extended use of fixed image program material can cause a permanent picture tube damage,
shown as a “shadow image” viewable on normal programs. This type of irreversible picture tube
deterioration can be limited by performing the following steps:
• Do not display the fixed image for extended periods of  time.
• Turn the power off when not in use.
A/V JACKS
AUDIO
SPECIAL  
FEATURES 
						

							AUTO SET UP MENU
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Auto Set Up Menu
For your convenience, Auto Set up menu will be displayed on screen when the set is turned on for the first time. If needed, 
follow the menus and procedures for setting up the features. 
rIDIOMA/LANGUE - To change menu language to ENGLISH, SPANISH or FRENCH.
rMODE - To select TV (antenna) or CABLE mode depending on the signal source.
rAUTO PROGRAM - To automatically program all channels with a signal.rPress   to select English, Spanish or French.
VOLIDIOMA/LANGUE ENGLISH
CABLE MODE
AUTO PROGRAM
PRESS ACTION TO EXITu
u
u
AUTO SET UP
FIRST PLEASE
CONNECT THE ANTENNA
rPress   to select TV or CABLE.VOL
IDIOMA/LANGUE ENGLISH
CABLE MODE
AUTO PROGRAM
PRESS ACTION TO EXITu
u
u
AUTO SET UP
FIRST PLEASE
CONNECT THE ANTENNA
rPress   to start Auto Programming.VOL
IDIOMA/LANGUE ENGLISH
CABLE MODE
AUTO PROGRAM
PRESS ACTION TO EXITu
u
u
AUTO SET UP
FIRST PLEASE
CONNECT THE ANTENNA 
						

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OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT CONNECTIONS
Optional Equipment Connections
VCR Connection
VCRs, video disc players, video game equipment, and DSS equipment can also be connected to the video inputs. See the
optional equipment manual for more information. 
Note: VIDEO 1 input is a dual-purpose input. It is primarily intended for connection with 480i devices such as a DVD player
using the Y P
B PR component video jacks and Audio L & R jacks. However, it can also be connected to conventional
composite video sources such as a VCR, using only the Y/Video jack and Audio L & R jacks. The on-screen label will
display Component or Video 1 depending on which source is connected.   
Procedure
1. Connect equipment as shown to front or rear Audio/Video input jacks.
2. Select the Video mode by pressing TV/VIDEO button.
3. Operate optional equipment as instructed in equipment manual.
Front Control Panel
Use the front panel of the television to use the TV without remote or to use the Audio/Video input jacks for optional
equipment. 
Press   to select VIDEO input mode. 
Note:The front control panel can be used to access menus and switch video mode when the remote control is not available.
COMPONENT
VIDEO INPUT
INPUT 1R AUDIOL
PBPRY/VIDEO
TO AUDIO
AMP
L
R
R AUDIOLINPUT 2VIDEO S-VIDEO
L
R
ANT IN
VIDEO OUT
AUDIO OUT
ANT OUT
Jack used for 1/8
headpone plugHPJ        VIDEO 3    L  AUDIO IN  R
CABLES NOT SUPPLIEDVCR
CONNECTION ON BACK OF TV
FRONT OF TV
TV/VIDEO 
						

							FRONT CONTROL PANEL
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Digital TV - Set-Top Box (DTV-STB) or DVD Player Connection
Use this diagram to connect the Panasonic DTV-STB (Digital TV-Set-Top Box) to the back of your TV.
Notes:
rThere are three video inputs, Y, PB, and PR.  Separate component color inputs provide luminance and color separation.  Use the L
(left) and R (right) audio inputs.
rSelect DTV-STB to 480i output mode. TV set can receive 480i signal only.
Amplifier Connection (To Audio Amp)
Connect to an external audio amplifier input for listening to a stereo system.
Note:TO AUDIO AMP terminals cannot be connected directly to external speakers.
Audio Adjustments
1. Select TV SPEAKERS ON from AUDIO menu. 
2. Set amplifier volume to minimum.
3. Adjust TV volume to desired level.
4. Adjust amplifier volume to match the TV.
5. Select TV SPEAKERS OFF&VAO from AUDIO menu. 
6. Volume, mute, bass, treble and balance are now controlled from the TV. 
Note:In OFF&FAO the volume is controlled by the external amplifier.         
COMPONENT
VI DEO I NPUT
INPUT 1R AUDI OL
PBPRY/ VI DEO
TO AUDI O
AMP
L
R
R AUDI OLINPUT 2VI DEO S- VI DEONTSC OUTPUTR- AUDI O-L VI DEO
PBPR      R-AUDIO-L
S- VI DEO
Y
DI GI TAL OUTPUT
TERMINALS ON BACK OF DTV-STB OR DVD PLAYER
COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT TERMINALS ON BACK OF TV CABLES NOT SUPPLIED
CONNECTIONS ON BACK OF TV
CABLES NOT SUPPLIED
COMPONENT
VIDEO INPUT
INPUT 1R AUDIOL
PBPRY/VIDEO
TO AUDIO
AMP
L
R
R AUDIOLINPUT 2VIDEO S-VIDEO
External Amplifier 
						

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REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION
Remote Control Operation
               POWER
Press to turn ON and OFF.
POWER
MUTE
 
Press to mute sound. Press to display and
cancel CC (Closed Caption).
SAP
 
Press to access second audio program.
TV/VIDEO
 
Press to select TV or Video mode.
Press to select remote operation.
 
 TV 
VC
RDBS
/C
BL D
VD
ACTION
Press to access menus.
Press to select next or previous channel and 
navigate in menus.
CH
CH
Press to adjust TV sound and navigate in 
menus.
VOL  VOL
EXIT
DBS functions button.
GUIDE
DBS functions button.
REW PLAYFF
PAUSESTOPREC
TV/VCR VCR /DBS CH
Component function buttons
uPress numeric keypad to select any channel.
7
4
12
5
8
0
9
6
3
R-TUNE
Press to switch to previously viewed 
channel or video mode.
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Battery Installation
Use two AA batteries:
Remove battery cover by pushing in and up near arrow.
Install batteries matching (+) and (-) polarity signs.
Replace the battery cover.
Note:Incorrect installation can cause battery leakage and
corrosion that will damage the Remote Control.
Precautions
• Replace batteries in pairs.
• Do not mix battery types (zinc carbon
with alkaline).
• Do not recharge, heat, short-circuit,
disassemble, or burn batteries.
PROG
Press to enter the minor number in a 
compound channel number (DBS mode only).
RECALL
Press to display time, channel, sleep timer, 
and other options.
MENU
 
Press to access DBS or DVD menus.