Panasonic Color Television Ct 32hx42 Operating Instructions

							ROLLER GUIDE ICON MENU OPERATION
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AUDIO 
Note:Refer to page 28 for Roller Guide Menu Navigation procedures. 
Audio ADJ.
rMODE - Select STEREO, SAP (Second Audio Program) or MONO. (Use MONO when stereo signal is weak).   
rBASS - Increase or decrease the bass response.
rTREBLE - Increase or decrease the treble response.
rBALANCE - Emphasize the left/right speaker volume.
rNORMAL - Reset BASS, TREBLE and BALANCE adjustments to factory default settings.   
Other ADJ.
rAI SOUND - Equalize overall volume levels across all channels. (AI sound is not available in VIDEO mode). 
rBBE
® - Sound technology enhances speech intelligibility and restores the dynamic range of musical passages to
provide outstanding natural sound.  
Surround
rMODE - Enhances audio response when listening to stereo.   
Speakers 
    
AUDIO ADJ.AUDIO
MODE
BASS
TREBLE
BALANCE
NORMAL OTHER ADJ.
SURROUND
SPEAKERS
STEREO   SAP   MONO
    -  -  -  -  I  -  -  -  -   
        -  -  -  -  I  -  -  -  -   
 -  -  -  -  I  -  -  -  -   
NOrPress VOLu to select STEREO, SAP or MONO.
AUDIO ADJ.AUDIO
MODE
BASS
TREBLE
BALANCE
NORMAL OTHER ADJ.
SURROUND
SPEAKERS
STEREO   SAP   MONO
    -  -  -  -  I  -  -  -  -   
        -  -  -  -  I  -  -  -  -   
 -  -  -  -  I  -  -  -  -   
NO  rPress tVOLorVOLuto adjust.
rPress VOL u to select ON or OFF.
OTHER ADJ.AUDIO
AI SOUND
BBE AUDIO ADJ.
SURROUNDSPEAKERS
ON u
ON    
rPress VOL u to select ON or OFF.OTHER ADJ.AUDIO
AI SOUND
BBE AUDIO ADJ.
SURROUNDSPEAKERS
ON     
  ON u 
rPress VOL u to select ON or OFF.
SURROUNDAUDIO
MODE AUDIO ADJ.
OTHER ADJ.
SPEAKERS
OFF u
rPress VOL u to select:
• ON - TV speakers operate normally.
• OFF & Variable Audio Out - TV speakers off - audio adjustable by
television.
• OFF & Fixed Audio Out - TV speakers off - audio adjustable by the
external amplifier only.
SPEAKERSAUDIO
ON AUDIO ADJ.
OTHER ADJ.
SURROUNDu 
						

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ROLLER GUIDE ICON MENU OPERATION
LOCK
Note:Refer to page 28 for Roller Guide Menu Navigation procedures. 
Mode (Lock Set)
Select LOCK SET to prevent video games and VCR tapes from being viewed.
rUse the remote numeric keypad to enter a four-digit secret code (
Use a code that is easy to remember and record
it in a safe place).
Notes:
• If you do not remember your code, LOCK will unlock in 12, 24, or 48 hours, depending on the current setup. Be cautious
when selecting ALWAYS. If ALWAYS is selected, and you forget your secret code, the TV must be serviced by a qualified
technician to clear the LOCK setup.
• If you select CHANGE CODE, and you change your code from the one used in the LOCK menu, your new code becomes
the controlling code. 
rOFF - Turns Lock function off.   
rGAME - Lock CH 3, 4 and Video inputs.    
rCHANNEL - Lock up to four channels.  
rAll - Locks all channels and video inputs. 
Note:If GAME, CHANNEL or ALL is selected, and if a blocked channel or video input is selected, the message LOCKED
displays in the upper left corner of the TV screen.
MODELOCK
LOCK SET
BLOCK PROGRAMS:
U.S. TV PROGRAMSOFF
HOW LONG?
STATUS
ENTER CODE
FIRSTOFF
- - - -
LOCK
LOCK MODE
TO SELECT LOCK MODEOFF
u
u
u
rPress VOL u to display LOCK MODE menu.
rPress   twice.
rPress CH q to highlight HOW LONG?.
rPress VOL u to select 12 Hours, 24
Hours, 48 Hours or ALWAYS.
ACTION
rPress VOL u to
select GAME.
LOCK
LOCK MODE
TO SELECT LOCK MODELOCKS CH 3,4 AND
VIDEO INPUTSGAMEu
u
u
LOCK
LOCK MODE
TO SELECT LOCK MODEOFFu
u
u
LOCK
LOCK MODE
TO SELECT LOCK MODEOFF
u
u
u
LOCK
LOCK MODE
tTO SELECT LOCK MODE   u p   TO MOVE CURSOR   q - - -  - - -  - - -  - - - LOCK THESE CHANNELSCHANNEL
u
rPress CH q or CH p to select
channel position. 
rPress tVOLorVOLu or use
remote numeric keypad to select
channels. 
rPress    twice.
rPress CH q to highlight HOW
LONG?.
rPress VOLu to select 12 Hours,
24 Hours, 48 Hours or ALWAYS.
ACTION
rPressVOLuto
select CHANNEL.
LOCK
LOCK MODE
tTO SELECT LOCK MODE   u LOCKS ALL CHANNELS
AND VIDEO INPUTSALL
u
rPress   twice.
rPressCHqto highlight HOW
LONG?.
rPress VOL uto select 12 Hours, 24
Hours, 48 Hours or ALWAYS.
Note:PG will display on screen if a blocked
channel or video input is selected.
ACTION
rPress VOL u
to select ALL.
LOCK
LOCK MODE
TO SELECT LOCK MODEOFF
u
u
u 
						

							V-CHIP MENU OPERATION
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V-CHIP Menu Operation 
Note:Refer to page 28 for Roller Guide Menu Navigation procedures. 
U.S. TV PROGRAMS
This TV model features the “V-Chip technology” which allows you to use U.S. TV PROGRAMS Guide ratings to block
various types of TV programs. PIP will also be blocked automatically.
 
U.S. TV Programs Rating Chart 
 
 
rUse the numeric keypad to enter your four digit code. 
(
Use a code that is easy to remember and record it in a safe place.)
rPress CHq to enter the BLOCK PROGRAMS field.
rPress tVOLor VOLu to select U.S. TV PROGRAMS.
rPress CHq to highlight STATUS.
rPress tVOLor VOLu to display U.S TV PROGRAMS RATING CHART. 
MODELOCK
LOCK SET
BLOCK PROGRAMS:
U.S. TV PROGRAMSOFF
HOW LONG?
STATUS
ENTER CODE
FIRSTOFF
- - - -
rPress VOLuto select U.S. TV PROGRAMS ON or OFF.
rPress CHqto select VIEW NR PROGRAMS?
LOCK
U.S. TV  PROGRAMS
SETTING: VIEW NR PROGRAMS?OFF
u
YES
u
BASIC
TV-Y
TV-Y7      FV  u
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -  
TV-G
TV-PG     V  S  L  D
TV-14      V  S  L  D
TV-MA     V  S  L
LOCK
U.S. TV PROGRAMS
SETTING: VIEW NR PROGRAMS?ON
u
YES
u
BASIC
TV-Y
TV-Y7      FV  u
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -  
TV-G
TV-PG     V  S  L  D
TV-14      V  S  L  D
TV-MA     V  S  L
rPress VOLu to select VIEW NR PROGRAMS? YES or NO.
Note:Selecting “Yes”, NR programs will be received. Selecting “NO”, NR programs
will be blocked. See Customer Caution below.
rPress CHq to select SETTING.
LOCK
U.S. TV PROGRAMS
SETTING: VIEW NR PROGRAMS?ON
u
YES
u
BASIC
TV-Y
TV-Y7      FV  u
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -  
TV-G
TV-PG     V  S  L  D
TV-14      V  S  L  D
TV-MA     V  S  L
rPress  VOLu  to select BASIC or DETAILED.
BASIC - Allows you to select only general ratings such as TV-Y, TV-PG, etc.
DETAILED - Allows you to select both general ratings and content such as V, L,
etc. 
LOCK
U.S. TV PROGRAMS
SETTING: VIEW NR PROGRAMS?ON
u
YES
u
BASIC
TV-Y              
TV-Y7      FV  u
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -  
TV-G
TV-PG     V  S  L  D
TV-14      V  S  L  D
TV-MA     V  S  L u
rPress CH q or CH p to move between different ratings.
rUse tVOLor  VOLu to select ratings you want to block (RED) and
unblock (GREEN).
Note:See the U.S. TV PROGRAMS RATINGS CHART.
rPress  twice to return to MODE in Lock menu.
rPress CH q to select HOW LONG?
rPress tVOL or VOLu to select 12, 24, 48 hours or ALWAYS.ACTION 
						

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V-CHIP MENU OPERATION
U.S. TV Programs Menu Chart (contd.)
  
U.S. MOVIES
This TV model features the “V-Chip technology” which allows you to use Motion Picture Ratings when viewing movies or
video tapes. This innovation allows parents to block various types of movies and video tapes at their discretion. PIP will
also be blocked automatically.
Customer Caution
The V-Chip system that is used in this set is capable of blocking “NR”
programs (non rated, not applicable and none) per FCC Rules Section
15.120(e)(2). If the option of blocking “NR” programs is chosen
“unexpected and possibly confusing results may occur, and you may
not receive emergency bulletins or any of the following types of
programming:
” • Emergency Bulletins (Such as EAS messages, weather warnings and
others)
• Locally originated programming
•News
• Political
• Public Service Announcements
• Religious
•Sports
• Weather
U.S. TV PROGRAMS RATINGS CHART
NR Not Rated. SEE CUSTOMER CAUTION on previous page.
TV-YAll children. The themes and elements in this program are specifically designed for a very young audience,
including children from ages 2-6. 
TV-Y7Directed to older children. Themes and elements in this program may include mild physical or comedic
violence, or may frighten children under the age of 7.
TV-GGeneral audience. It contains little or no violence, no strong language, and little or no sexual dialogue or
situations.
TV-PGParental guidance suggested. The program may contain infrequent coarse language, limited violence,
some suggestive sexual dialogue and situations.
TV-14Parents strongly cautioned. This program may contain sophisticated themes, sexual content, strong
language and more intense violence.
TV-MAMature audiences only.  This program may contain mature themes, profane language, graphic violence,
and explicit sexual content.
FV FANTASY/CARTOON VIOLENCE
V VIOLENCE
SSEX
L OFFENSIVE LANGUAGE
D DIALOGUE WITH SEXUAL CONTENT
MODELOCK
LOCK SET
BLOCK PROGRAMS:
               U.S. MOVIES u OFF
HOW LONG?
STATUS
ENTER CODE
FIRSTOFF
- - - -
rUse the numeric keypad to enter your four digit code. (Use a code that is
easy to remember and record it in a safe place.
)
rPress CH q to enter the BLOCK PROGRAMS field.
rPress tVOLor VOLu to select U.S. MOVIES.
rPress CH q to highlight STATUS.
rPress tVOLor VOLu to display U.S MOVIES RATING CHART.  
						

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 U.S. Movies Menu Chart
 
U.S. MOVIES RATINGS CHART
NR CONTAINS NO RATING (NOT RATED) AND NA (NOT
APPLICABLE) PROGRAMS. Movie has not been rated
or rating does not apply.
G GENERAL 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-17 NO ONE 17 AND UNDER ADMITTED.
X ADULTS ONLY.
LOCK
U.S. MOVIES
VIEW NR PROGRAMS?OFF
u
YES
u
G
PG
PG-13
R
NC-17
X   rPress VOLu to select U.S. MOVIES ON or OFF.
rPress CH q to select VIEW NR PROGRAMS?
LOCK
U.S. MOVIES
VIEW NR PROGRAMS?OFF
u
YES
u
G
PG
PG-13
R
NC-17
X   rPress VOLu to select VIEW NR PROGRAMS? YES or NO.
Note:Some movies are not rated for a variety of reasons. Old movies and foreign films are
usually not rated.     
LOCK
U.S. MOVIES
VIEW NR PROGRAMS?OFF
u
YES
u
G
PG
PG-13
R
NC-17
X   u
rPress CH q or CH p to move between different ratings.
rUse tVOLor VOLu to select ratings you want to block (RED) and unblock
(GREEN).
Note:See the U.S. MOVIES CHART.
rPress    twice to return to MODE in Lock menu.
rPress CH q to select HOW LONG?
rPress tVOLor VOLu to select 12, 24, 48 hours or ALWAYS.ACTION
PG-13, R, NC-17 and X will be blocked. 
						

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V-CHIP MENU OPERATION
Rating Systems for Canada
Canadian English
The V-CHIP used in this TV model allows you to block various types of movies and television programs based on the two
rating systems used in Canada. PIP will also be blocked automatically.
 
    
  
.  
CANADIAN ENGLISH RATINGS CHART
E Exempt - Exempt programming includes: news, sports, documentaries and other
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 over. No
profanity, nudity or sexual content.
G General programming, suitable for all audiences.
PG Parental Guidance suggested. Some material may not be suitable for children.
14+Programming contains themes or content which may not be suitable for viewers under
the age of 14. Parents are strongly cautioned to exercise discretion in permitting
viewing by pre-teens and early teens.
18 ADULTS ONLY
MODELOCK
LOCK SET
BLOCK PROGRAMS:
CANADIAN  ENGLISH  u OFF
HOW LONG?
STATUS
ENTER CODE
FIRSTOFF
- - - -
rUse the numeric keypad to enter your four digit code. (Use a code that is easy to
remember and record it in a safe place.
)
rPress CH q to enter the BLOCK PROGRAMS field.
rPress tVOLor VOLu to select CANADIAN ENGLISH.
rPress  CH qto highlight STATUS.
rPress tVOL or VOLu to display CANADIAN ENGLISH RATING CHART. 
LOCK
CANADIAN ENGLISH
VIEW E PROGRAMS?OFF
u
YES
u
C
C8+
G
PG
14+
18+ 
rPress  VOLu to select CANADIAN ENGLISH ON or OFF.
rPress CH q to select VIEW E PROGRAMS?
LOCK
CANADIAN ENGLISH
VIEW E PROGRAMS?OFF
u
YES
u
C
C8+
G
PG
14+
18+ rPress VOLu to select VIEW E PROGRAMS? YES or NO.
Note:E (Exempt) programming includes: news, sports, documentaries and other information
programming, talk shows, music videos, and variety programming.
rPress CH q or CH p to move between different ratings.
rUse tVOLor VOLuto select ratings you want to block (RED) and unblock
(GREEN).
rSee the CANADIAN ENGLISH RATING CHART.
rPress 
  twice to return to MODE in Lock menu.
rPress CH q to select HOW LONG?
rPress tVOLor VOLu to select 12, 24, 48 hours or ALWAYS.ACTION
LOCK
CANADIAN ENGLISH
VIEW E PROGRAMS?OFF
u
YES
u
C
C8+
G
PG
14+
18+  u 
						

							V-CHIP MENU OPERATION
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Canadian French
The V-CHIP used in this TV model also lets you block or unblock Canadian French programs according to various ratings
categories. PIP will also be blocked automatically.
.   
  
CANADIAN  FRENCH RATINGS CHART
E  Exempt - Exempt programming. 
GGeneral - Programming intended for audience of all ages. Contains no violence, or the
violence content is minimal or is depicted appropriately.
8 ans +8+ General - Not recommended for young children. Programming intended for 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 - Contains 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 - Contains frequent
scenes of violence or intense violence.
18 ans +Programming restricted to adults. Contains constant violence or scenes of extreme
violence. 
MODELOCK
LOCK SET
BLOCK PROGRAMS:
CANADIAN  FRENCH  u OFF
HOW LONG?
STATUS
ENTER CODE
FIRSTOFF
- - - -
rUse the numeric keypad to enter your four digit code. (Use a code that is easy to
remember and record it in a safe place.
)
rPress CH q to enter the BLOCK PROGRAMS field.
rPress  tVOLor VOLu to select CANADIAN FRENCH.
rPress CH q to highlight STATUS.
rPress tVOLor VOLu to display CANADIAN FRENCH menu rating chart. 
LOCK
CANADIAN FRENCH
VIEW E PROGRAMS?OFF
u
YES
u
 G
 8 ANS+
13ANS+
16ANS+
18ANS+rPress VOLu to select CANADIAN FRENCH ON or OFF.
rPress CH q to select VIEW E PROGRAMS?.
LOCK
CANADIAN FRENCH
VIEW E PROGRAMS?OFF
u
YES
u
 G
 8 ANS+
13ANS+
16ANS+
18ANS+rPress VOLuto select VIEW E PROGRAMS? YES or NO.
Note:E (Exempt) programming includes: news, sports, documentaries and other information
programming, talk shows, music videos, and variety programming.
LOCK
CANADIAN FRENCH
VIEW E PROGRAMS?OFF
u
YES
u
 G
 8 ANS+
13ANS+        
16ANS+
18ANS+
u
rPress CH q or CH p to move between different ratings.
rUse tVOLor VOLu to select ratings you want to block (RED) and unblock
(GREEN).
Note:See the CANADIAN FRENCH RATING CHART.
rPress  twice to return to MODE in Lock menu.
rPress CH q to select HOW LONG?
rPress tVOLor VOLu to select 12, 24, 48 hours or ALWAYS.ACTION
13ANS+, 16ANS+ and 18ANS+ will be blocked 
						

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V-CHIP MENU OPERATION
Blocking Message
If V-Chip is enabled and the program exceeds the rating limit set by you, the blocking message will appear and the audio
will be muted. Enter your four-digit secret code if you wish to continue viewing the program. After entering your code, all
locks and rating blocks are disabled until the TV is turned off or until all settings are off.  
PIP Blocking Message
PIP function is available when V-chip feature is activated. If the program being viewed in PIP exceeds the set rating limit,
PIP will disappear and a blocking message will appear on screen.  
SPLIT Blocking Message
Split is available when V-chip feature is activated. If the program being viewed in SPLIT exceeds the set rating limit, SPLIT
will disappear and a blocking message will appear on screen.  
PROGRAM RATING EXCEEDED
ACCESS CODE      - - - -Note:If you enter your four-digit secret code to override rating blocks, you must reset
all rating blocks by either reprogramming or turning the TV off. 
Notes:
rIf the V-chip feature is activated while PIP is on, PIP will immediately disappear. 
rEnable PIP functions by setting LOCK SET and V-CHIP ratings to OFF. PIP RATING
EXCEEDED
Notes:
rIf the V-CHIP feature is activated while SPLIT is on, SPLIT will immediately
disappear.
rEnable SPLIT by entering the Access Code.
PROGRAM
RATING
EXCEEDED
ACCESS
CODE_ _ _ _ 
						

							TROUBLESHOOTING CHART
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Troubleshooting Chart
Before calling for service, determine the symptoms and follow suggested solutions.
AUDIOVIDEOSolutions
Noisy Audio Snowy Video
Adjust Antenna Location and Connection
Noisy AudioMultiple Image
Adjust Antenna Location and Connection
Check Antenna Lead-in Wire
Noisy AudioInterference
Move television from Electrical Appliances, Lights,
Vehicles and Medical Equipment
No Audio Normal Video
Increase Volume
Check Mute
Check television SPEAKERS on/off
Change Channel
Noisy AudioNo Video with 
Snow
Set TV or Cable Mode Properly
Check Antenna Cables
No AudioNo Video / No PIP
Check Power Cord is Plugged into Active Outlet
Adjust Brightness and Audio Controls
Change Channel
Check Cable Connections
Program the Remote Control Again
Check Second Video Source Operation
Normal AudioNo Color
Adjust Color Settings
Change Channel
Wrong AudioNormal Video
Check Audio Is Set To Stereo or Mono, Not SAP
Normal AudioBlack Box on 
Screen
Change CC (Closed Captioning) from Text Mode
Normal AudioNormal Video
Replace Remote Control Batteries
Intermittent Remote Control Operation
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LIMITED WARRANTY
PANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY, PANASONIC SALES COMPANY,
DIVISION OF: DIVISION OF:
MATSUSHITA ELECTRIC CORPORATION OF AMERICA MATSUSHITA ELECTRIC OF PUERTO RICO, 
One Panasonic Way INC.,  Ave. 65 de Infanteria, Km. 9.5
Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 San Gabriel Industrial Park
Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
Panasonic Color Television 
Limited Warranty
Limited Warranty Coverage
If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer 
Electronics Company or Panasonic Sales Company (collectively referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the 
length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (warranty 
period), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, or (b) replace it with a new or 
a refurbished product. The decision to repair or replace will be made by the warrantor.
During the Labor warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During the Parts warranty period, there 
will be no charge for parts. You must carry-in your product or arrange for in-home service (in-home service 
available only for  22” [diagonal] and larger screen), as applicable, during the warranty period.  If non-
rechargeable batteries are included, they are not warranted.  This warranty only applies to products purchased 
and serviced in the United States or Puerto Rico. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser of a 
new product which was not sold as is. A purchase receipt or other proof of the original purchase date is 
required for warranty service.
Carry-in or In-Home Service
For Carry-In or In-Home Service (as applicable) in the United States call 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or visit 
Panasonic Web Site: http://www.panasonic.com  
For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Sales Company (787)-750-4300 or fax (787)-768-2910.  
In-Home service, if applicable, requires clear, complete and easy access to the product by the authorized servicer 
and does not include removal or re-installation of an installed product. It is possible that certain in-home repairs 
will not be completed in-home, but will require that the product, or parts of the product, be removed for shop 
diagnosis and/or repair and then returned.
TV CATEGORIES ALL PARTS EXCEPT CRT CRT LABOR SERVICE
31”-36” diagonal 1 (ONE) YEAR 2 (TWO) YEARS 1 (ONE) YEAR IN-HOME OR CARRY-IN
Limited Warranty continued on next page