Quasar Color Television Sp 3235 Operating Instructions

							Color Television
Operating Instructions
SP-3235
TQB2AA0413 12112
PRINTEDINMEXICO
Televisor a color
Instrucciones de Operación
TQB2AA0413 12112
IMPRESO EN MEXICO
For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA (7262) or
send e-mail to: [email protected] (USA only)
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o envíe un correo electrónico a la dirección:
[email protected] (Solo en Estados Unidos)
SP-3235 
						

							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 OFCONTENTS
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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
Warranty ................................................................... 29
Customer Services Directory ................................. 31
Index ......................................................................... 32
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 atwww.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

For cabinets and remote control, use a soft cloth dampened with water or a mild detergent solution. Avoid excessive moisture and
wipe dry.

Do not use benzene, thinner or other petroleum based products.
Specifications
Specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.
Power Source
SP-3235 (2.2A)
SP-3235U (2.2A)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
Componentinput(Y/PB/PR)75 Ohms, Phono Jack Type
S-Video Input JackS-Video (Y-C) Connector 
						

							INSTALLATION
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Installation
Television Location
Follow these recommendations before deciding the location of your television.

Avoid excessive sunlight or bright lights, including reflections.

Keep away from excessive heat or moisture. Inadequate ventilation may cause internal component failure.

Fluorescent lighting may reduce remote control transmitting range.

Keep 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.
Optional Cable Connections
Shielded audio and video cables should be used between components. For best results:

Use 75-ohm coaxial shielded cables.

Use appropriate input and output connectors that match your component connectors.

Avoid 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.
• Connect home antenna to ANT on the back of television.
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
IncomingCablefrom
Home Antenna 
						

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FEATURECHART
Feature Chart
MODEL
SP-3235
Features
MENU LANGUAGE ENG/SPAN/FR

VIDEO INPUT MEMORY

CHANNEL INFO BANNER

VIDEO INPUT SKIP

75 OHM INPUT

V-CHIP CAPABILITY

CLOSED CAPTIONING

VIDEO NORM

AUDIO NORM

STEREO

BASS/TREBLE/BALANCE

SURROUND

AI SOUND

NUMBER OF SPEAKERS2
A/V IN
(REAR/FRONT)2
(2/0)
AUDIO OUT

S-VIDEO INPUT
(REAR/FRONT)1
(1/0)
COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT
(REAR/FRONT)1
(1/0)
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 
						

							AUTOSETUPMENU
5

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.

IDIOMA/LANGUE - To change menu language to ENGLISH, SPANISH or FRENCH.

MODE - To select TV (antenna) or CABLE mode depending on the signal source.

AUTO PROGRAM - To automatically program all channels with a signal.
Press to select English, Spanish or French.
VOLIDIOMA/LANGUE ENGLISH
CABLE MODE
AUTO PROGRAM
PRESS ACTION TO EXITu
u
uAUTO SET UP
FIRST PLEASE
CONNECT THE ANTENNA

Press to select TV or CABLE.VOLIDIOMA/LANGUE ENGLISH
CABLE MODE
AUTO PROGRAM
PRESS ACTION TO EXITu
u
uAUTO SET UP
FIRST PLEASE
CONNECT THE ANTENNA

Press to start Auto Programming.VOLIDIOMA/LANGUE ENGLISH
CABLE MODE
AUTO PROGRAM
PRESS ACTION TO EXITu
u
uAUTO SET UP
FIRST PLEASE
CONNECT THE ANTENNA 
						

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OPTIONALEQUIPMENTCONNECTIONS
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:INPUT 1 is a dual-purpose input. It is primarily intended for connection with 480i devices such as a DVD player using
the Y P
BPRcomponent 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 rear Audio/Video input jacks.
2. Select the Video mode by pressingTV/VIDEObutton.
3. Operate optional equipment as instructed in equipment manual.
Front Control Panel
The front control panel can be used to access menus and switch video mode when the remote control is not available.
Press to select VIDEO input mode.
L
R
ANT IN
VIDEO OUT
AUDIO OUT
ANT OUTCOMPONENT
VIDEO INPUT
INPUT 1R AUDIOL
PBPRY/VIDEO
TO AUDIO
AMP
L
R
R AUDIOLINPUT 2VIDEO S-VIDEO
CABLES NOT SUPPLIEDVCR
CONNECTION ON BACK OF TV
TV/VIDEO 
						

							OPTIONALEQUIPMENTCONNECTIONS
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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:

There are three video inputs, Y, PB,andPR. Separate component color inputs provide luminance and color separation. Use the L
(left) and R (right) audio inputs.

Select DTV-STB to480ioutput mode. TV set can receive480isignal 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
VIDEO INPUT
INPUT 1R AUDIOL
PBPRY/VIDEO
TO AUDIO
AMP
L
R
R AUDIOLINPUT 2VIDEO S-VIDEO
NT SC OUTPUT
R-AUDIO-
LVIDE
OS-
VIDEO
DIGITAL OUTPUT
R-AUDIO-LPBPRY
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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REMOTECONTROLOPERATION
Remote Control Operation
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.
Precautions
• Replace batteries in pairs.
• Do not mix battery types (zinc carbon with alkaline).
• Do not recharge, heat, short-circuit, disassemble, or burn batteries.
Note:Incorrect installation can cause battery leakage and corrosion that will damage the Remote Control.
POWER
Press to turn ON and OFF.
MUTE
Press to mute sound.
TV/VIDEO
Press to select TV or Video mode.
TV, VCR, DBS/CBL, DVD
Press to select remote operation.
ACTION
Press to access menus.
CH
Press to select next or previous
channel and navigate in menus.
VOL
Press to adjust TV sound and navigate
in menus.
RECALL
Press to display time, channel, sleep
timer, and other options.
REWPLAYFF
TV/VCRSTOPPAUSE
RECVCR/DBS CH
Component function buttons
“0”~ “9”
Press numeric keypad to select any
channel.
R-TUNE
Press to switch to previously viewed
channel or video mode.
EXIT
DBS function button.
GUIDE
DBS function button.
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