Panasonic Color Television Ct 32hx40 Operating Instructions

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Color Television
Operating Instructions
CT-32HX40 CT-36HX40
TQB2AA0337-1 00619
PRINTED IN USA
Televisor a color
Instrucciones de Operación
CT-32HX40 CT-36HX40
TQB2AA0337-1 00619
IMPRESO EN EE.UU.
For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA (7262) or
send e-mail to: [email protected] (USA only)
Para asistencia llame al teléfono: 1-800-211-PANA (7262)
o envíe un correo electrónico a la dirección: 
[email protected] (Solo en Estados Unidos)
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							WA RN I N G:  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
WARNING:  TO REDUCE THE RISK OF  FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK , DO 
NOT EXPOSE THIS  APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. 
Certain audio features of this product are manufactured under a license from Desper Products, Inc.  
Spatializer® and the circle-in-square device are trademarks owned by Desper Products, Inc. 
Spatializer U.S. Patents are: 4,308,423; 4,355,203 and 5,412,731.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Table of Contents
Congratulations ........................................................3
Customer Record .....................................................................3
Care and Cleaning ...................................................................3
Specifications ...........................................................................3
Installation .................................................................4
Television Location...................................................................4
Optional Cable Connections.....................................................4
AC Power Supply Cord ............................................................4
Cable / Antenna Connection ....................................................5
Optional Equipment Connections .............................................5
Additional Equipment Connections ..........................................8
Amplifier Connection (TO AUDIO AMP)...................................8
Program Out Connection (PROG OUT) ...................................9
Digital TV - Set-Top Box (DTV-STB) 
    or DVD Connection ..................................................................9
Home Theater Connection  .................................... 10
Picture In Picture (PIP) Operation .........................11
Split Screen Operation ........................................... 12
Roller Guide Menu™ ..............................................13
Basic Navigation.....................................................................13
Remote Control Guide............................................................13
Roller Guide Feature Chart .................................... 14
Special Features .....................................................17
Menu Languages....................................................................17
Prog Chan (Program Channels) .............................................17
Closed Captioning ..................................................................18
Geomagnetic Correction ........................................................19
Sleep Timer ............................................................................20
Timer 1 and Timer 2 ...............................................................20
Picture Adjustments ...............................................................21
Dolby Center Mode & Fixed Audio Out ..................................22
Favorite Channels and Captions ............................................23
Lock ........................................................................................24
Troubleshooting Chart ........................................... 25
Read these instructions completely before operating television.
Contents are subject to change without notice or obligation.
Copyright 2000 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 Panasonic Tau television is designed to provide state-of-the-art picture quality and
features an innovative PureFlatTM picture tube. The new silver-gray cabinet with compact,
elegant styling 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-36HX40 (3.7A)
                       CT-32HX40 (3.7A)
120V AC, 60Hz
Channel Capability - 181VHF-12; UHF-56; Cable-125
 Video Input Jacks1Vp-p, 75 Ohm, Phono Jack Type
 Audio Input Jacks500mV RMS 47K Ohm
Video Output Jack1Vp-p, 75 Ohm, Phono Jack Type
 Audio Output Jacks0-2.0V RMS 4.7K Ohm
Component Input 75 Ohm, Phono Jack Type
 S-Video Input JacksS-Video (Y-C) Connector
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INSTALLATION
Installation
Television Location
This unit is intended to be used as part of an entertainment center.  Consult your dealer for
available options
.
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-36HX40:
CAUTION: 
This television receiver for use only with PANASONIC TY-36HX40P stand.
Use with other carts (or stands) is capable of resulting in instability causing possible
injury.
CT-32HX40:
CAUTION: 
This television receiver for use only with PANASONIC TY-32HX40P 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.
Polarized plug
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INSTALLATION
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 to ANT or ANT1
connection on back of television. Select cable mode and ANT1 in SET UP
menu under Prog Chan (Program Channels).
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.
• Connect home antenna to ANT or ANT1 connection on
back of television.  Select TV mode and ANT1 in the SET
UP menu under Prog Chan.
Note:Cable Mode is preset at the factory.  Antenna users must change
to TV mode and select ANT1  in the Set Up Menu under Prog Chan.
Optional Equipment Connections  
Cable Box Connection 
Follow this diagram when connecting your television to a cable box only.
Note:The remote control must be programmed with supplied codes to operate the cable
box. See Programming the Remote Control in the Remote Control Quick Reference
Guide.
Viewing a premium (scrambled) cable channel
Procedure
1. Select ANT2 in the SET UP menu under Prog Chan (Program Channels).
2. Tune the television to Channel 3.
3. Using the cable box, tune to the premium cable channel you want to view.
Note:To use special features such as Favorite Channels and Channel Captions (see Special
Features section for more information), ANT1 must be selected in the SET UP menu
under Prog Chan.  
75 Ohm VHF/UHF
on back of TV
Incoming Cable from
Cable Company
Incoming Cable from
Home Antenna
ANT INPUT
ANT OUTPUT
CABLE BOX
CABLES NOT SUPPLIEDCONNECTIONS ON BACK OF TV
VIDEO S-VIDEO
INPUT
  1
CENTER CHANNEL 
INPUT
PROG OUT
DIGITAL TV INPUT
L
R
TO AUDIO
  AMP
INPUT
  2INPUT
  3
L
RAUDIO
VIDEO
L
R
AUDIOY
P
R 
 P
B 
12
ANT 1
SPLIT OUT
ANT 2
Incoming Cable
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INSTALLATION
VCR Connection 
Follow this diagram when connecting your television to a VCR only.
Note:The remote control must be programmed with supplied codes to operate the VCR. See
Programming the Remote Control in the Remote Control Quick Reference Guide.
Viewing a television program
Procedure
1. Select ANT1 in the SET UP menu under Prog Chan (Program Channels).
2. Tune the television to the television program you want to view.
Viewing a video
Procedure
rOption A
1. Select ANT1 in the SET UP menu under Prog Chan.
2. Press the TV/VIDEO button on the remote control to select the video input (VIDEO 1,
VIDEO 2, etc.) connected to your VCR.
3.  Begin the video.
rOption B
1. Select ANT2 in the SET UP menu under Prog Chan.
2. Tune the television to Channel 3 or 4, depending on your VCR.
3. Begin the video.
Recording a television program
Procedure
rOption A (Recording and viewing the same program)
1. Select ANT2 in the SET UP menu under Prog Chan.
2. Tune the television to Channel 3 or 4, depending on your VCR.
3. Using the VCR, tune to the television program you want to record.
4. Begin recording.
rOption B (Recording one program while viewing another program)
1. Select ANT1 in the SET UP menu under Prog Chan.
2. Press the TV/VIDEO button on the remote control to select the video input (VIDEO 1,
VIDEO 2, etc.) connected to your VCR.
3. Using the VCR, tune to the television program you want to record.
4. Begin recording.
5. Press the TV/VIDEO button on the remote control to switch back to TV mode.
6. Tune the television to the television program you want to view. 
CONNECTIONS ON BACK OF TV
CABLES NOT SUPPLIEDIncoming Cable
L
R AUDIO OUTVIDEO OUT
ANT INPUT OUTPUT
VCR
VIDEO S-VIDEO
INPUT
  1
CENTER CHANNEL 
INPUT
PROG OUT
DIGITAL TV INPUT
L
R
TO AUDIO
  AMP
INPUT
  2INPUT
  3
L
RAUDIO
VIDEO
L
R
AUDIOY
P
R 
 P
B 
12
ANT 1
SPLIT OUT
ANT 2
Use either the
S-Video or Video
connection.  
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INSTALLATION
VCR and Cable Box Connection  
Follow this diagram when connecting your television to both a VCR and a cable box.
Note:The remote control must be programmed with supplied codes to operate the VCR and cable box.
See Programming the Remote Control in the Remote Control Quick Reference Guide.
Viewing a premium (scrambled) cable channel
Procedure
1. Select ANT2 in the SET UP menu under Prog Chan (Program Channels).
2. Tune the television to Channel 3.
3. Using the cable box, tune to the premium cable channel you want to view.
Note:To use special features such as Favorite Channels and Channel Captions (see Special
Features section for more information), ANT1 must be selected in the SET UP menu
under Prog Chan.  
Recording a premium (scrambled) cable channel 
Procedure
1. Select ANT2 in the SET UP menu under Prog Chan.
2. Press the TV/VIDEO button on the remote control to select the video input (VIDEO 1,
VIDEO 2, etc.) connected to your VCR.
3. Turn the VCR ON.
4. Tune the VCR to Channel 3 or 4, depending on the switch setting on the back of VCR.
5. Using your cable box, tune to the premium cable channel you want to record.
6. Begin recording.
Note:To view a different channel while recording:
• Select ANT1 in the SET UP menu under Prog Chan.
• Press the TV/VIDEO button on the remote control to TV mode.
• Tune the television to a television program (except another premium cable
channel).
CONNECTIONS ON BACK OF TV
Incoming Cable VCR
CABLE BOXCABLES NOT SUPPLIED
L
R AUDIO OUTVIDEO OUT
ANT INPUT ANT OUTPUT
VIDEO S-VIDEO
INPUT
  1
CENTER CHANNEL 
INPUT
PROG OUT
DIGITAL TV INPUT
L
R
TO AUDIO
  AMP
INPUT
  2INPUT
  3
L
RAUDIO
VIDEO
L
R
AUDIOY
P
R 
 P
B 
12
ANT 1
SPLIT OUT
ANT 2
ANT INPUTANT OUTPUT
Use either the
S-Video or Video
connection.  
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INSTALLATION
Additional Equipment Connections 
Push to open the front panel of the television to use the Audio/Video input jacks for optional
equipment.  Press the TV/VIDEO button to select VIDEO 4 input mode.
A second VCR, a video disc player, video game equipment and DSS equipment can also be
connected to the video inputs.  See the optional equipment manual for details.
Procedure
1. Connect equipment to rear or front Audio/Video input jacks.
2. Select the corresponding video input by pressing TV/VIDEO button.
3. Operate optional equipment as instructed in equipment manual.
Note:The S-VIDEO connection provides higher quality picture. It overrides other
VIDEO connections. Use INPUT 4, AUDIO L and R with S-VIDEO
connection.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING USE OF VIDEO GAMES,
COMPUTERS, DSS OR OTHER FIXED IMAGE DISPLAYS.
The extended use of fixed image program material can cause a permanent “shadow image” on
the picture tube. This background image is viewable on normal programs in the form of a
stationary fixed image. This type of irreversible picture tube 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.
Note:The marking or retained image on the picture tube 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.
Amplifier Connection (TO AUDIO AMP)
To listen through a separate stereo system, connect an external audio amplifier TO AUDIO
AMP inputs on back of television.
Note:TO AUDIO AMP terminals cannot be connected directly to external speakers.
Audio Adjustments
1. Select SPEAKERS ON located in the onscreen AUDIO menu. 
2. Set amplifier volume to minimum.
3. Adjust television volume to desired level.
4. Adjust amplifier volume to match the television.
5. Select SPEAKERS OFF & VARIABLE AUDIO OUT from AUDIO menu. 
6. Volume, mute, bass, treble and balance are now controlled through the television. 
Note:Select SPEAKERS OFF & FIXED AUDIO OUT to control audio functions
through the external amplifier.
CONNECTIONS ON FRONT OF TV
INPUT 4
L- AUDIO -R VIDEO
S-VIDEO HPJ
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INSTALLATION
Program Out Connection (PROG OUT) 
To use the television audio and video with optional equipment, connect the PROG OUT and TO
AUDIO AMP connections on the back of the television.
Procedure
1. Connect optional equipment to PROG OUT and TO AUDIO AMP terminals.
2. PROG OUT terminal display is the same as onscreen display.
3. See optional equipment manual for further instructions for recording and monitoring.
Digital TV - Set-Top Box (DTV-STB) or DVD Connection
Use this diagram to connect the Panasonic DTV-STB (Digital TV-Set-Top Box) or DVD
Player to the back of your TV.
Note:There are 2 sets of 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.
 TERMINALS ON BACK OF DTV-STB OR DVD PLAYER
DIGITAL  TV OUTPUT
PRPBYMAIN 
VIDEO
NTSC  OUTPUT
R-AUDIO-L
S-VIDEOL-AUDIO-R-VIDEO
DTV INPUT TERMINALS ON BACK OF TV
VIDEO S-VIDEO
INPUT
  1
CENTER CHANNEL 
INPUT
PROG OUT
DIGITAL TV INPUT
L
R
TO AUDIO
  AMP
INPUT
  2INPUT
  3
L
RAUDIO
VIDEO
L
R
AUDIOY
P
R 
 P
B 
12
ANT 1
SPLIT OUT
ANT 2
CABLES NOT SUPPLIED
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