Panasonic Tx 26lx50p Operating Instructions

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Teletext operation
TEXTTV / Teletext mode
Press the TEXT button to switch between the current programme and teletext.
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Pages can be selected in two ways:
a. Press the Up / Down cursor buttons to increase or decrease the page number by one.
b. By entering the page number, using 0 - 9 on the remote control.
MENU
             Green
Full / Top / Bottom
Press the MENU button to display special functions, followed by the Green button.
Press the Green button again to expand the BOTTOM half.
Press again to return to normal (FULL) size.
MENU
             Red
Reveal
Press the MENU button to display special functions, followed by the Red button to reveal 
hidden words e.g., quiz page answers. Press again to hide.
Red / Green / Yellow / Blue buttons
In FASTEXT mode they correspond to the differently coloured subjects.
In List mode they correspond to the differently coloured page numbers.
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List Store
In List mode the four page numbers can be altered (programme positions 1 - 25 only).
To do this, press one of the four coloured buttons and enter the new page number.
Press and hold the OK button, the page numbers will change to white indicating that the 
page is stored.
HOLDHOLD
To hold the Teletext page when viewing multi-page information.
Press again to return to automatic page update. •  Teletext features may vary depending on the Broadcasting Companies and is only available if the channel selected 
is transmitting Teletext.
• Pressing the MENU button whilst in Teletext operation will display the contrast function with a cyan bar, press the 
left and right cursor buttons to alter the setting as required.
• Pressing the MENU button whilst in Teletext operation will display special function options at the bottom of the 
screen.
• Pressing the Volume up / down button whilst in Teletext operation will display the volume function with a green bar, 
press the volume up / down button to alter the setting as required.
What is List mode ?
In List mode, four differently coloured page numbers are situated at the bottom of the screen. Each of these numbers 
can be altered and stored in the TV’s memory.
What is FASTEXT mode?
In FASTEXT mode, four differently coloured subjects are situated at the bottom of the display. To access more 
information about one of these subjects, press the appropriately coloured button. This facility enables fast access to 
information on the subjects shown.
 
						

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Teletext operation
Favourite Page (F.P.)
Stores a favourite page in memory for instant recall. To store such a page, the TV must be 
in List mode, and the programme position must be from 1 - 25.
Press the Blue button, select the page number, then press and hold the OK button. The 
page number is now stored.
Press F. P. to recall this page.
MENU
             Yellow
Update Display
Press the MENU button to display special functions, followed by the Yellow button to view 
the TV picture whilst searching for a Teletext page (this is not necessary in Picture and text 
mode, as the picture is displayed on the left of the screen). When found, the screen will 
display the page number at the top left. Press the Yellow button to view the page.
Press the TEXT button again to return to normal TV operation.
News Flash
When a news fl ash page has been selected, press the MENU, Yellow buttons, to view the 
TV picture. When an update is received, the page number will be displayed on screen.
Press the Yellow  button to display the News Flash.
Press the TEXT button to return to normal TV operation.
Update
Press the MENU, Yellow buttons to see the update of information on certain pages.
When an update is received, the page number will be displayed at the top left of the 
screen.
Press the Yellow button to view the page.
Press the TEXT button to return to normal TV operation.
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MENU
             Yellow
Accessing sub pages
When Teletext information exceeds one page, it may take some time for the automatic 
changing of the sub pages to reach the sub page you require. As each sub page is found 
its number is displayed at the top of the page so that you may select it; as more sub pages 
are picked up, the display at the top of the page changes, so that you are always offered 
the most recently transmitted selection of sub pages.
In Teletext operation, use the following procedure to access sub pages:
If the sub page you want to look at is not yet available, press the MENU button (to display 
special functions) followed by the Yellow button to view the TV picture whilst waiting for 
more sub pages to be found. The sub pages found will be displayed across the top of the 
screen.
When the sub page you are waiting for is available press the Yellow button to return to 
viewing the Teletext pages, then use the left and right cursor buttons to select the sub 
page of your choice.
The maximum number for sub page that can be entered is restricted to 79 by 
broadcasters.
Notes:
•  If you do not want to display the on screen selector keys on the TV picture whilst waiting 
for a sub page to be found, press the MENU button to clear the keys from the screen. 
Press again to redisplay the keys.
•  If you have cleared the special function keys from the screen and then used the left and 
right cursor buttons to select a sub page, whilst still viewing the TV picture, you must 
press the MENU button then the Yellow button to display the Teletext page again.
•  If the top of the page indicates that sub pages are being transmitted but the page displayed 
never changes, then the ‘sub page number’ is there to show the page contents have been 
updated, there are no sub pages.
It is not possible to change the programme position when in News fl ash, Update or Sub Coded Page Access 
operation.
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Teletext operation
Press the HOLD button to freeze the picture.
Press again to return to watching the current programme.
Still
HOLD
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TV
MENU
             Blue
Alternatively, if you know which sub page you require, press the MENU button (to display 
special functions) followed by the Blue button; T**** will be displayed where the page number 
is normally found.
Enter desired sub page number before the T**** disappears.
e.g., to select page 6 enter 0, 0, 0 and 6.
Press the Yellow button to view the TV picture whilst waiting for more sub pages to be found. 
The sub pages found will be displayed across the top of the screen.
When the page is available, press the Yellow button to view the page. Regardless of how 
many pages are found, pressing the Yellow button will take you to the sub page which you 
requested.
Press the TEXT button to return to normal TV operation.
INDEX
INDEX
When in FASTEXT operation
Press the INDEX button to return to the main index page.
Depending on the way information is transmitted, this may have to be pressed more than 
once to return to the main index page.
MENU
             
Picture and text
Press the MENU button twice to display special functions, followed by the left or right cursor 
button to select Picture and text On or Off.
Picture and text mode lets you see the current programme and a page of teletext side by 
side. Whilst using this feature, the remote control affects the teletext page; if you wish to 
make changes to the programme viewed press the TEXT button to return to watching the 
programme on its own then make the desired changes.
 
						

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Audio
OUT Video
OUT S-Video
OUT
L
R
Audio / Video connections
It is possible to connect a variety of additional equipment to this TV. The following pages detail how to connect external 
equipment to the front and rear of the TV.
Once your equipment is connected, use the following procedure to view the input:
Press the TV/AV button.
Whilst the on screen selector keys are displayed, select the page by 
pressing the Red or Blue button and then press coloured buttons to 
select the AV source you wish to view. 
 Red button  : AV1 Scart terminal / Back page
 Green button  : AV2 Video, S-Video Scart terminal /
      AV4 Video, S-Video Scart terminal
 Yellow button  : AV3 Audio, Video, S-Video terminals / 
    Component terminals
 Blue button  : Next page / -
The on screen selector keys that appear clear after a few seconds. If 
you want to select an input when the keys are not shown, press the 
TV/AV button again and the keys will reappear.
Notes:
•  The volume level of the headphones can be adjusted by selecting “Headphone volume” from the Sound menu.
•  Additional equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this TV set.Notes:
•  You can also select an AV source using the TV/AV button on the 
front panel of the TV.
 Press the TV/AV button repeatedly until you reach the AV source 
you wish to view.
• When in AV mode a reduced number of options are available 
in the Sound and Setup menus (e.g., in the Setup menu there 
is no Tuning menu option).
(Optional)(M3 plug)
TV/AV
TV/AV
TV
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How to connect the Headphones / AV3 terminals
VCR / S-VIDEO VCR
DVD PLAYER
CAMCORDER /
S-VIDEO CAMCORDERConnect the S-VIDEO or VIDEO terminal.
AUDIO VIDEO S-VIDEO
RedBlue
 
						

							AV1/2/4
AUDIO
IN
AUDIO
OUT L
R
RGB
VIDEO
VIDEO S-VIDEO
L
Y
P
B
PR
R
AUDIO
RGB
VIDEO S-VIDEOVIDEO
COMPONENT
AV1 AV2 AV4
RGB
VIDEO
VIDEO S-VIDEO
L
Y
P
B
PR
Y
P
B
PRRAUDIO
L
R
AUDIO
RGB
VIDEO S-VIDEOVIDEO
COMPONENTAUDIO INAV 1 AV 2 AV 4
RGB
VIDEO
VIDEO S-VIDEO
L
Y
P
B
PR
R
AUDIO
RGB
VIDEO S-VIDEOVIDEO
COMPONENT
AV1 AV2 AV4
L
RL
RAUDIO
OUTL
R
Y
P
B
PR
Y,  PB, PROUT
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Audio / Video connections
Notes:
•  Additional equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this TV set.
•  Do not connect a computer with TTL output (5V) to this set.
•  For Scart terminal wiring information see page 27.
DVD PLAYER
How to connect the Component Input terminals
How to connect the Audio Output  terminals
How to connect the AV1 / 2 / 4 Scart terminals
AV4:
VCR / S-VIDEO VCR
Q-Link COMPATIBLE VCR
SET TOP BOX
DVD PLAYER
DVD RECORDER
Q-Link COMPATIBLE
DVD RECORDER
CAMCORDER /
S-VIDEO CAMCORDER
GAME CONSOLE /
COMPUTER(RGB) AV1:
VCR
SET TOP BOX
DVD PLAYER
DVD RECORDER
CAMCORDER
GAME CONSOLE /
COMPUTER(RGB)AV2:
VCR / S-VIDEO VCR
Q-Link COMPATIBLE VCR
DVD PLAYER
DVD RECORDER
Q-Link COMPATIBLE
DVD RECORDER
CAMCORDER /
S-VIDEO CAMCORDER Amplifi er to Speaker 
System
This terminal accepts progressive or non-progressive signals format. To bundle the cables with the clamper
Note: Do not put the RF cable and the mains lead together to avoid noise.To tighten: To loosen:
PullPullKeep the 
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Troubleshooting
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).
Symptoms
Checks
Picture Sound
Snowy PictureNoisy SoundAerial location, direction or connection
Multiple ImagesNormal SoundAerial location, direction or connection
InterferenceNoisy SoundElectrical appliances
Cars / Motorcycles
Fluorescent lights
Switch on P-NR in Picture menu to reduce picture noise.
Normal PictureNo SoundVolume level
Sound mute switched on.
No PictureNo SoundTV set to AV mode.
Not plugged into AC outlet.
Not switched on.
Picture / Sound controls set at minimum levels.
Check if in Standby mode.
No ColourNormal SoundColour controls set at minimum levels.
Poor or Distorted PictureWeak or No SoundRetune Channel (s).
Normal PictureWeak or Distorted  Sound
Sound reception may have deteriorated.
Switch MPX setting (Sound menu) to Off until reception improves.
There may be red spots, 
blue spots and green 
spots on the screen.
Normal SoundThis 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 
fi ne picture details. Occasionally, a few non-active pixels may appear on 
the screen as a fi xed point of blue, green, or red.
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To clean this set, wipe with a soft, dry cloth. 
If the surfaces are extremely dirty, use a soft cloth dipped in soap-and-water solution or a 
weak detergent solution.
• Use eyeglass cleaner to remove stubborn dirt from the LCD.
• Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this set.
• Before using chemically treated cloth, read the instructions that came with the cloth 
carefully.
• Do not wipe the LCD with water.
Wipe the cabinet with a soft cloth.
If the cabinet is heavily soiled, wipe with a well-wrung soft cloth dipped in neutral cleanser diluted with water.
CAUTION:
If water or similar substances get inside the monitor via the liquid crystal panel surface, a malfunction may result.
Maintenance
Scart and S-video terminal information
Neutral 
detergent
21 
19 
17 
15 
13 
11 
9 
7 
5 
3
120
18
16
14
12
10
8 
6 
4 
2Socket Earth
CVBS out (video)
CVBS earth
Red in
Red earth
Green in
Green earth
Blue in
Blue earth
Audio out (L)
Audio out (R)CVBS in (video)
RGB status earth
Status RGB
Earth
--
--
Status CVBS
Audio in (L)
Audio earth
Audio in (R)
AV1 Scart terminal (RGB, VIDEO)
Suitable inputs for AV1 include 
RGB (Red / Green / Blue).
AV2 Scart terminal (VIDEO, S-VIDEO, Q-Link)
AV2 - Pins 15 and 20 are dependent 
on AV2 S-VHS / VIDEO switching.
Chrominance in Luminance in
Chrominance earth Luminance earth
AV3 S-VIDEO 4 pin terminal
Socket Earth
CVBS out (video)
CVBS earth
S.C. - in
Earth
--
Earth
--
Earth
Audio out (L)
Audio out (R)CVBS in (video)
Earth
--
Earth
--
Q-Link data
Status CVBS
Audio in (L)
Audio earth
Audio in (R)21 
19 
17 
15 
13 
11 
9 
7 
5 
3
120
18
16
14
12
10
8 
6 
4 
2
AV4 Scart terminal (RGB, VIDEO, S-VIDEO, Q-Link)
AV4 - Pins 15 and 20 are dependent 
on AV4 S-VHS / VIDEO switching.
Socket Earth
CVBS out (video)
CVBS earth
Red in, S.C. - in
Red earth
Green in
Green earth
Blue in
Blue earth
Audio out (L)
Audio out (R)CVBS in (video)
Earth
Status RGB
Earth
--
Q-Link data
Status CVBS
Audio in (L)
Audio earth
Audio in (R)21 
19 
17 
15 
13 
11 
9 
7 
5 
3
120
18
16
14
12
10
8 
6 
4 
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Specifi cations
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
Web Site : http://www.panasonic.co.jp/global/

 2005 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved.
Customer’s Record
The model number and serial number of this product can be found on its rear panel. You should note this serial 
number in the space provided below and retain this book, plus your purchase receipt, as a permanent record 
of your purchase to aid in identifi cation in the event of theft or loss, and for Warranty Service purposes.
Model Number    Serial Number
TX-26LX50P TX-32LX50P
Power SourceAC 220-240 V, 50 / 60 Hz
Power ConsumptionAverage use : 126 W
Standby condition : 0.4 WAverage use : 161 W
Standby condition : 0.4 W
LCDWide XGA (1,366 
× 768 pixels)
16:9 aspect ratio LCD panel
Screen Size575.8 mm (W) 
× 323.7 mm (H) 697.7 mm (W) 
× 392.3 mm (H)
Sound
SpeakerWoofer 
φ 8 cm 
× 2 pcs, Full range 
φ 5 cm 
× 2 pcs
Audio Output20 W (5.4 W + 5.4 W, 4.6 W + 4.6 W)
HeadphonesM3 (3.5 mm) Jack 
× 1
Scanning format480i(60Hz), 480p(60Hz), 576i(50Hz), 576p(50Hz), 720p(50Hz), 1080i(50Hz)
Receiving Systems /
Band namePAL B, G, H, SECAM B, G SECAM L / L’
  VHF E2 - E12    VHF H1 - H2 (ITALY)
  VHF A - H (ITALY)    UHF E21 - E69
  CATV (S01 - S05)    CATV S1 - S10 (M1 - M10)
  CATV S11 - S20 (U1 - U10)  CATV S21 - S41 (Hyperband)
PAL D, K, SECAM D, K
  VHF R1 - R2    VHF R3 - R5
  VHF R6 - R12    UHF E21 - E69 
PAL 525/60  Playback of NTSC tape from some PAL Video re cord ers (VCR)
M.NTSC  Playback from M. NTSC Video recorders (VCR)
NTSC (AV input only)  Playback from NTSC Video recorders (VCR)
Aerial - RearUHF / VHF
Operating ConditionsTemperature : 5 °C - 35 °C
Humidity : 5 % - 90 % RH (non-condensing)
Connection Terminals
AV1 (Scart connecter)21 Pin terminal (Audio/Video in, Audio/Video out, RGB in)
AV2 (Scart connecter)21 Pin terminal (Audio/Video in, Audio/Video out, S-Video in, Q-Link)
AV 3 V I D E ORCA PIN Type 
× 1
S-VIDEOMini DIN 4-pin
AUDIO L - RRCA PIN Type 
× 2
AV4 (Scart connecter)21 Pin terminal (Audio/Video in, Audio/Video out, RGB in, S-Video in, Q-Link)
COMPONENTVIDEOY,  PB, PR
AUDIO L - RRCA PIN Type 
× 2
Output AUDIO L - RRCA PIN Type 
× 2
Dimensions ( W 
× H 
× D )
Including TV Stand663 mm 
× 556 mm 
× 299.5 mm 795 mm 
× 634.7 mm 
× 299.5 mm
TV Set Only663 mm 
× 494.3 mm 
× 140.7 mm 795 mm 
× 573 mm 
× 140.7 mm
Weight18 kg Net 21 kg Net
Note:
Design and Specifi cations are subject to change without notice. Weight and Dimensions shown are approximate.