Operating Instructions LCD TV TX-20LB5F/G Model No. The image shown is for illustration purpose only. Please read these instructions before operating your set and retain them for future reference. English TQB0E0287U...
Welcome Dear Panasonic Customer, We hope that you have many years of enjoyment from your new TV. The Quick Start Guide section at the be gin ning of this instruction book will allow you to use the TV as quickly as possible. We recommend that you then read the complete instruction book, and keep it to refer to as you explore the range of advanced features that this LCD TV offers.
• This type of LCD panel damage, is not an operating defect, moisture. This TV must not be exposed to dripping or and as such is not covered by the Panasonic warranty. splashing water and objects filled with liquid, such as •...
Fitting remote control batteries “R6 (UM3)” size Replace the cover. Pull and hold the hook, then Insert batteries - note correct open the battery cover. polarity ( + and -). • Make sure that the batteries are fitted the correct way round. •...
Quick Start Guide Connection and setting up options Please ensure that the unit is disconnected from the mains before attaching or disconnecting any leads. RF cable (Not supplied) Scart cables (Not supplied) RF cable VCR / DVD OR Recorder (Not supplied) Plug in aerial and connect ancillary equipment.
Basic controls: top panel and remote control F (Function select) Increases or decreases the programme position by one. Displays the On Screen Display functions, use repeatedly When a function is already displayed, press to increase or to select from the available functions - Volume, Contrast, decrease the selected function.
Using the On Screen Displays Many features available on this TV can be accessed via the On Screen Display menu system. Use the remote control as shown below to access and adjust features as desired. MENU The MENU button is used to open the main menus and also to return to the previous menu.
Picture menu MENU Press the MENU button. Move to choose Picture menu. Access Picture menu. Move to choose menu option. Adjust chosen option or access chosen menu. EXIT Press the EXIT button at any time to go back to watching TV. Viewing mode The Viewing mode menu allows you to select three different Main Menu...
Sound menu MENU Press the MENU button. Move to choose Sound menu. Access Sound menu. Move to choose menu option. Adjust chosen option or access chosen menu. EXIT Press the EXIT button at any time to go back to watching TV. Press the OK button after having adjusted some features to store the new settings as the default (replacing the factory setting).
Setup menu MENU Press the MENU button. Move to choose Setup menu. Access Setup menu. Move to choose menu option. Adjust chosen option or access chosen menu. EXIT Press the EXIT button at any time to go back to watching TV. Main Menu Teletext Allows you to choose between TOP/FLOF or List mode.
Tuning menu – overview Press the MENU button. Move to choose Setup menu. Access Setup menu. Move to choose Tuning menu. Access Tuning menu. Move to choose menu option. Adjust chosen option or access chosen menu. Press the EXIT button at any time to go back to watching TV. Press the OK button after having adjusted some features to store the new settings as the default (replacing the factory setting).
Tuning menu – Programme edit MENU Press the MENU button. Move to choose Setup menu. Access Setup menu. Move to choose Tuning menu. Access Tuning menu. Move to choose Programme edit. Access Programme edit. Move to choose programme position (e.g., Prog. 3). Make required change, e.g., moving a programme channel (see the relevant procedure below).
Tuning menu – Programme edit Renaming a programme channel Programme edit Move to the Name column. Prog. Chan. Name Lock CH21 CH51 CH41 Choose the new character. The box at the bottom of the screen shows CH47 CH37 the character currently selected. ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRST U V W X Y Z + - 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9...
Programme Guide The Programme Guide shows programme list. To view a list of the stations that have been found, press the STATUS button on the remote control. CH44 SC1 Then, to go to your selected page, press color button. Color bar and information on the screen will disappear if you do not press any color button.
Tuning menu – Auto setup Auto setup automatically retunes your TV. This feature is useful if, e.g., you move house and wish to retune your TV to receive the local stations. MENU Press the MENU button. Move to choose Setup menu. Access Setup menu.
Tuning menu – Manual tuning It is possible to retune individual programme positions: MENU Press the MENU button. Move to choose Setup menu. Access Setup menu. Move to choose Tuning menu. Access Tuning menu. Move to choose Manual tuning. Access Manual tuning. Select the programme position to be tuned.
Aspect Controls The TV will allow you to enjoy viewing the picture at its optimum size and aspect, including widescreen cinema format pictures. ASPECT Press the ASPECT button repeatedly to move through the two aspect options: 4:3, 16:9 Press the ASPECT button. Whilst the on screen selector keys are displayed, use the Red or Green buttons to move in either direction Green through the two aspect options.
VCR / DVD operation The Remote Control is capable of operating some functions of selected Panasonic VCRs and DVD (Digital Versatile Disc) equipment. Some VCR and DVD equipment have different functions, so to ensure compatibility please refer to the equipment’s instruction book or consult your dealer for details.
Teletext operation • 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 white bar, press to alter the setting as required.
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Teletext operation It is not possible to change the programme position when in News flash, Update or Sub Coded Page Access 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 programme position must be from 1 -25.
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Teletext operation 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.
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 rear of the TV. Once your equipment is connected, use the following procedure to view the input: TV/AV Press the TV/AV button.
Audio / Video connections How to connect the AV1 Scart terminal SET TOP BOX DVD PLAYER CAMCORDER GAME CONSOLE / COMPUTER(RGB) How to connect the AV2 Input terminals S-Video Video Audio VCR / S-VIDEO VCR DVD PLAYER CAMCORDER S-VIDEO CAMCORDER S-VIDEO Connect the S-VIDEO or VIDEO AUDIO...
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).
Maintenance Neutral To clean this set, wipe with a soft, dry cloth. detergent 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. •...
Specifications Power Source AC 100-240 V, 50 Hz TV set DC 15V. 4.67 A Max. Power Consumption Average use : 50 W Standby condition : 2.5 W VGA (640 x 480 pixels) 4:3 aspect ratio LCD panel Screen Size 408 mm (W) x 306 mm (H) Sound Speaker 9 cm x 5 cm, 2 pcs, 4 Ω...