PANASONIC TC-23LX50 LCD Television Instruction Manual

June 16, 2024
Panasonic

Operating Instructions
LCD Television Model No.
TC-19LX50
TC-23LX50
TC-19LE50
TC-23LE50

TC-23LX50 LCD Television

TV screen image is simulated.
LCD TV shown above is model TC-23LX50.
For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA (7262) or visit us at www.panasonic.com/contactinfo (U.S.A.)
For assistance, please call : 787-750-4300 or visit us at www.panasonic.com (Puerto Rico)
For assistance, please call : 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca (Canada)
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read these instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.

Important Safety Instructions

CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
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.
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.
■ Note to CATV System Installer: This reminder is provided to direct the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
Secure ventilation
■ Important Safety Instructions for LCD TV
Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation, and to ensure reliable operation of the LCD TV and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered.
There should be at least 10 cm of space from these openings. The openings should never be blocked by placing the LCD TV on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. This LCD TV should not be placed in a builtin installation such as a bookcase unless proper ventilation is provided.

  1. Read these instructions.

  2. Keep these instructions.

  3. Heed all warnings.

  4. Follow all instructions.

  5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

  6. Clean only with dry cloth.

  7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

  8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

  9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong.
    The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

  10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

  11. Only use attachments / accessories specified by the manufacturer.

  12. Use 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.

  13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

  14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

  15. Operate only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home consult your television dealer or local power company.

  16. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the LCD TV.

  17. Never push objects of any kind into this LCD TV through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the LCD TV.

  18. If an outside antenna is connected to the television equipment, be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges. In the U.S. Section 810-21 of the National Electrical Code provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.PANASONIC TC 23LX50 LCD Television - Instructions

  19. An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

  20. Unplug this LCD TV from the wall outlet, and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
    a. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
    b. If liquid has been spilled into the LCD TV.
    c . If the LCD TV has been exposed to rain or water.
    d. If the LCD TV does not operate normally by following the operating instructions.
    Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the LCD TV to normal operation.
    e. If the LCD TV has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
    f. When the LCD TV exhibits a distinct change in performance – this indicates a need for service.

  21. When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified by the manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

  22. WARNING : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
    DO NOT PLACE LIQUID CONTAINERS (FLOWER VASES, CUPS, COSMETICS, ETC.) ABOVE THE SET. (INCLUDING ON SHELVES ABOVE, ETC.)

  23. WARNING : KEEP UNNEEDED SMALL PARTS AND OTHER OBJECTS OUT OF THE REACH OF SMALL CHILDREN. THESE OBJECTS CAN BE ACCIDENTALLY SWALLOWED. ALSO, BE CAREFUL ABOUT PACKAGING MATERIALS AND PLASTIC SHEETS.

  24. CAUTION : TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT USE THIS PLUG WITH A RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.

  25. CAUTION : USE WITH OTHER STAND MAY RESULT IN INSTABILITY POSSIBLY CAUSING INJURY.

  26. CAUTION : DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED. REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME OR EQUIVALENT TYPE.

NOTE :

  • This equipment is designed to operate in North America and other countries where the broadcasting system and AC house current are exactly the same as in North America.

■ This product utilizes tin-lead solder, and has a fluorescent lamp containing a small amount of mercury. 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: www.eiae.org.

Dear Panasonic Customer
Welcome to the Panasonic family of customers.
We hope that you will have many years of enjoyment from your new LCD TV.
To obtain maximum benefit from your set, please read these instructions before making any adjustments, and retain them for future reference.
Retain your purchase receipt, and record the model number and serial number of your set in the space provided on the rear cover of these instructions.
For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA (7262) or visit us at www.panasonic.com/contactinfo (U.S.A.)
For assistance, please call : 787-750-4300 or visit us at www.panasonic.com (Puerto Rico)
For assistance, please call : 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca (Canada)
Federal Communication Commission Information
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a TV Broadcast Receiver, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause or receive interference, which can be determined by turning equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the TV antenna.
Increase the separation between TV and other equipment.
Connect TV into separate outlet from other equipment.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio / TV technician for help.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
The ENERGY STAR label, a symbol for energy efficiency, was created by the U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to help customers identify products that can save them money and protect the environment by saving energy. ENERGY STAR compliant products generally consume less energy than similar standard products.

Maintenance

To clean this unit, wipe with a soft, dry cloth.
If the surfaces are extremely dirty, use a soft cloth dipped in a 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 unit.
  • Before using a chemically treated cloth, carefully read the instructions that came with the cloth.

CAUTION :
If water or other liquid enters the monitor through the display panel surface, a malfunction may occur.

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES

PANASONIC TC 23LX50 LCD Television - SUPPLIED Remote control battery installation
Requires two AA batteries.PANASONIC TC 23LX50 LCD Television -
installation
Precaution on battery use
Incorrect installation can cause battery leakage and corrosion that will damage the remote control transmitter.
Disposal of batteries should be in an environmentally friendly manner.

  1. Always use new batteries when replacing the old set.
  2. Do not attempt to charge, short-circuit, disassemble, heat or burn used batteries.
  3. Battery replacement is necessary when remote control acts sporadically or fails to operate this unit.

Notes:

  • Do not drop, apply shock to or step on the remote control.
  • Do not spill water on the remote control.
  • Do not place objects between the remote control and remote control receiver.
  • Do not use remote controls for other equipment at the same time.
  • If the TV does not operate even when using the remote control from a close range, it is time to replace the batteries.

Installation

Receiver Location
Locate at a comfortable distance for viewing. Avoid placing where sunlight or other bright light (including reflections) will fall on the screen.
Use of some types of fluorescent lighting can reduce remote control transmitter range.
Adequate ventilation is essential to prevent internal component failure. Keep away from areas of excessive heat or moisture.
How to use the LCD stand
Adjust the stand to your desired angle. The stand angle can be adjusted between 5 ° forward and 10 ° back, and rotated 20 ° to the right / left.PANASONIC TC 23LX50 LCD Television - installation
1 Optional External Equipment
The Video / Audio connection between components can be made with shielded video and audio cables. For best performance, antenna cables should utilize 75 ohm coaxial shielded wire. Cables are available from your dealer or electronic supply store.
Before you purchase any cables, be sure you know what type of output and input connectors your various components require. Also determine the length of cable you’ll need.
For optimum quality picture
When the LCD is exposed to light from outdoors or lighting fixtures, high- contrast pictures may not be displayed clearly. Turn off florescent lamps near the LCD and place in a location not exposed to outdoor light.
How to hang the LCD Television on the wall
This LCD Television is for use only with the following optional accessory. Use with any other type of optional accessories may cause instability which could result in the possibility of injury.

  • Wall-hanging bracket ……………………………………………….. TY-WK22LR1W

PANASONIC TC 23LX50 LCD Television - installation 2Always be sure to ask a qualified technician to carry out set-up.

Connections

Note:
Cables and connectors are not supplied with this set.
Antenna Connection
For proper reception of VHF/UHF channels, an external antenna is required. For best reception, an outdoor antenna is recommended. The antenna mode must be set to TV (see page 14, Mode selection).PANASONIC TC 23LX50 LCD Television -
Connection

Cable Box Connection

  • For reception of cable channels (01 – 125), connect the cable supplied by your local cable company. The antenna mode must be set to CABLE (see page 14, Mode selection).

  • Certain cable systems offset some channels to reduce interference or view Premium (scrambled) channels.
    A cable converter box is required for proper reception. Check with your local cable company for its compatibility requirements.

  • Set the TV channel to CH3 or CH4 when using this connection.

PANASONIC TC 23LX50 LCD Television - Connection 1 Connecting Other Equipment
Rear Input TerminalsPANASONIC TC 23LX50 LCD Television -
Equipment

Notes:

  • When connecting video cables, priority is given to the S-Video cable when both the S-VIDEO input terminal and the VIDEO input terminal are connected.
  • Please make inquiries of video game manufacturers concerning component cables to connect with video game console.

Rear Output Terminals

PANASONIC TC 23LX50 LCD Television - Equipment 1 Connections
Connecting Headphones / EarphonesPANASONIC TC 23LX50 LCD Television -
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Power ON / OFF

Preparation
Connect the plug to the wall outlet. Note:
The TV consumes some power as long as the power cord is inserted into the wall outlet.PANASONIC TC 23LX50 LCD Television - Preparation
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On the main unit

Press to turn the TV’s main power on / off.

  • Power indicator
    Main power ON: Green
    Main power OFF: No light

On the remote control
Press to turn the TV on / off.

  • Power indicator
    Power ON : Green
    Power OFF (Standby): Red

  • This does not work when the main power is off (No light) (see above).

Note:
The screen below is displayed for a few moments when the TV is turned on. Note:
Select the menu language before operating the TV (see pages 12, 13, LANGUAGE).

Basic Controls

PANASONIC TC 23LX50 LCD Television - Basic Controls

PANASONIC TC 23LX50 LCD Television - Basic Controls 1PANASONIC TC 23LX50 LCD Television - Basic Controls
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Tuning Channels

PANASONIC TC 23LX50 LCD Television - Tuning ChannelsChannels will automatically advance until all channels have been scanned. Channel numbers with video signal received will be stored in the Channel Memory.

Notes:

  • When any button is pressed during AUTO PROGRAM, the TV will return to normal viewing.
    (Channels searched up to that point are added.)

  • After AUTO PROGRAM finishes, the lowest channel number added will be displayed.

  • When there is no receivable channel, channel 69 (for TV) or channel 125 (for cable TV) is displayed.

  • Repeat steps 5 and 6 for other channels.

LOCK

V-Chip technology allows parents to use the TV rating codes to block programs that they feel are inappropriate for their children to watch.PANASONIC TC
23LX50 LCD Television - Tuning Channels 1 U.S. MOVIES
This TV 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.PANASONIC TC 23LX50 LCD Television - Tuning Channels
3 Notes:

  • When a rating is locked, all ratings below this rating are locked.
  • When a rating is unlocked, all ratings above this rating are unlocked.

NR| CONTAINS NO RATING (NOT RATED) AND NA (NOT APPLICABLE)
PROGRAMS. Movie has not been rated or rating does not apply.
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G| GENERAL AUDIENCES. All ages admitted.
P G| PARENTAL GUIDANCE SUGGESTED. Some material may not be suitable for children.
PG-13| PARENTS STRONGLY CAUTIONED. Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13.
R| RESTRICTED. Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
NC-17| NO ONE 17 AND UNDER ADMITTED.
X| ADULTS ONLY.

U.S. TV PROGRAMS
This TV features the “V-Chip technology” which allows you to use U.S. TV PROGRAMS Guide ratings to block various types of TV programs.PANASONIC TC
23LX50 LCD Television - Tuning Channels 4 Notes:

  • When a rating is locked, all ratings (including options) below this rating are locked.
  • When a rating is unlocked, all ratings (including options) above this rating are unlocked.
  • When an option (V, S, L or D) is locked, all the same options (V, S, L or D) below this rating are locked.
  • When an option (V, S, L or D) is unlocked, all the ratings and the same options (V, S, L or D) above this rating are unlocked.
NR Not Rated. See Customer Caution below.
TV-Y All children. The themes and elements in this program are

specifically designed for a very young audience, including children from ages 2-6.
TV-Y7| Directed 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-G| General audience. It contains little or no violence, no strong language, and little or no sexual dialogue or situations.
TV-PG| Parental guidance suggested. The program may contain infrequent coarse language, limited violence, some suggestive sexual dialogue and situations.
TV-14| Parents strongly cautioned. This program may contain sophisticated themes, sexual content, strong language and more intense violence.
TV-MA| Mature audiences only. This program may contain mature themes, profane language, graphic violence, and explicit sexual content.
FV| FANTASY/CARTOON VIOLENCE
V| VIOLENCE
S| SEX
L| OFFENSIVE LANGUAGE
D| DIALOGUE WITH SEXUAL CONTENT

Customer Caution
The V-Chip system that is used in this set is capable of blocking “NR” programs (non rated, not applicable as and none) per FCC Rules Section15.120(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
CANADIAN ENGLISH / CANADIAN FRENCH
The V-CHIP used in this TV allows you to block various types of movies and television programs based on the two rating systems used in Canada. It also lets you block or unblock Canadian French programs according to various ratings categories.
PANASONIC TC 23LX50 LCD Television - Tuning Channels 5 Notes:

  • When a rating is locked, all ratings below this rating are locked.
  • When a rating is unlocked, all ratings above this rating are unlocked.

CANADIAN ENGLISH RATINGS CHART

E| Exempt – Exempt programming includes: news, sports, documentaries and other information programming, talk shows, music videos, and variety programming.
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C| Programming 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.
P G| 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+| 18+ years old. Programming restricted to adults. Contains constant violence or scenes of extreme violence.

CANADIAN FRENCH RATINGS CHART

E Exempt – Exempt programming.
G General – 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.
13ANS+| 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.
16ANS+| Programming may not be suitable for children under the age of 16 – Contains frequent scenes of violence or intense violence.
18ANS+| Programming restricted to adults. Contains constant violence or scenes of extreme violence.

CLOSED CAPTION

This unit has a built in decoder that provides a visual depiction of the audio portion of a television program in the form of written words across the screen (white or colored letters on a black background). It allows you to read the dialogue of a television program or other information.
Notes:

  • This feature is available only with the 480i input signal and with programs that include closed captions.
  • The closed caption is not displayed when you set the aspect to “ZOOM” (see page 24).

PANASONIC TC 23LX50 LCD Television - CLOSED CAPTION

  • OFF (NO) : Recommended mode when Closed Caption is not being used.
  • C1 : For video related information that can be displayed (up to 4 lines of script strategically placed on the television screen so that it does not obstruct relevant parts of the picture).
  • C2 : Another mode used for video related information.

INPUT LABEL

You can change the video input labels displayed on the screen to match theconnected device (VCR, DVD player, etc.).PANASONIC TC 23LX50 LCD
Television - INPUT LABEL

OTHER ADJUST

PANASONIC TC 23LX50 LCD Television - INPUT LABEL 1 VIDEO NR
Reduce video noise in the picture.
OFF ON
MPEG NR
Noise unique to DVD, STB, etc. will be reduced.
OFF ON
3D Y/C FILTER
Minimizes noise and cross color in the picture. Not available for COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT.
OFF ON
COLOR MATRIX
Displays input signals (480p signals) in natural color. Automatically adjusts color parameters for HD (high definition) and SD (standard definition).
SD HD
Note:
COLOR MATRIX is effective only when 480p signal is input in COMPONENT input mode.
In any other case the indication of COLOR MATRIX becomes blue, and changing between SD and HD is not possible.
POWER SAVE
Reduces screen brightness to lower power consumption. Eye-friendly for viewing in a dark room.
STANDARD SAVING
BLACK LEVEL
Select DARK or LIGHT depending on the picture conditions, when selecting the video or component input.
The dark scene becomes easy to see.
DARK LIGHT
Note:
Fixed to DARK when selecting TV mode.

PICTURE ADJUST

PANASONIC TC 23LX50 LCD Television - INPUT LABEL 2 NORMAL / NORMALIZE
Select “NORMALIZE” and press “OK” to return each PIC MODE to the factory default setting.
Notes:

  • NORMAL” means the PIC MODE is at the factory default setting. “NORMAL” changes to “NORMALIZE” when you change the setting of BACK LIGHT, PICTURE, BRIGHTNESS, COLOR, TINT, SHARPNESS, AI PICTURE or COLOR TEMP.
  • You can normalize each PIC MODE separately.

PIC MODE

MODE Function
STANDARD Displays a standard image for average lighting conditions.
CINEMA Ideal for watching movies in a dark room.
VIVID Displays a clear image with high contrast in a bright room.
AUTO Automatically senses the ambient light conditions and adjusts the

brightness and gradation accordingly, to optimize contrast.

PIC MODE is stored for TV, VIDEO1, VIDEO2 and COMPONENT individually.
BACK LIGHT, PICTURE, BRIGHTNESS, COLOR, TINT, SHARPNESS, AI PICTURE, COLOR TEMP You can change the level of each Item (BACK LIGHT, PICTURE, BRIGHTNESS, COLOR, TINT, SHARPNESS, AI PICTURE and COLOR TEMP) for each MODE (STANDARD, CINEMA, VIVID and AUTO) according to your personal preference.

Sub-menu Function
BACK LIGHT Luminance of the back light is adjusted.
PICTURE Selects proper contrast and density for the room.
BRIGHTNESS Adjusts for easier viewing of dark pictures such as night

scenes.
COLOR| Adjusts the level of color.
TINT| Adjusts for flesh tone color (more green or more red).
SHARPNESS| Adjusts the degree of sharpness.
AI PICTURE| Controls dark areas without affecting the black level or brightness in the overall picture.
COLOR TEMP (Color temperature)| Increases or decreases WARM (red) and COOL (blue) colors to suit personal preference. NORMAL COOL WARM

POSITION/SIZE

During “ZOOM” mode finely adjust the vertical position and the size of the screen.PANASONIC TC 23LX50 LCD Television - INPUT LABEL
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LABEL 4

AUDIO ADJUST

PANASONIC TC 23LX50 LCD Television - INPUT LABEL 5 NORMAL / NORMALIZE
Select “NORMALIZE” and press “OK” to return each MODE to the factory default setting.
Notes:

  • “NORMAL” means the MODE is at the factory default setting. “NORMAL” changes to “NORMALIZE” when you change the setting of BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE, AI SOUND, SURROUND or AUDIO LEVELER.
  • You can normalize each MODE separately.

MODE

STANDARD Emits the original sound.
DYNAMIC Gives contrast to sound.
SPEECH Make voice sound clear.

BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE, AI SOUND, SURROUND
You can change the level of each sub-menu (BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE, AI SOUND, SURROUND) for each MODE (STANDARD, DYNAMIC and SPEECH) according to your personal preference.

BASS Adjusts low frequencies.
TREBLE Adjusts high frequencies.
BALANCE Adjusts left and right volume.
AI SOUND Automatically adjusts sound quality when ON is selected.
SURROUND To enjoy a concert hall effect, select ON when stereo is

playing.

STEREO / SAP / MONO

  • Red display : With signal
    White display : No signal
    White display (All modes) : MONO

  • To change the mode using SAP button (see page 11).

STEREO Two channel Audio reception.
SAP Second Audio Programming

( typically used for bilingual audio ).
MONO| Select when stereo signal is weak.

AUDIO LEVELER
You can adjust the volume level for each of the input modes (TV, VIDEO1, VIDEO2 and COMPONENT).

ASPECT Controls

This feature allows you to enjoy viewing the picture at its maximum size, including wide screen cinema format picture.PANASONIC TC 23LX50 LCD
Television - ASPECT Controls Notes:

  • This feature does not work for 1080i and 720p input signals.
  • The aspect setting is stored separately for TV, VIDEO1, VIDEO2 and COMPONENT.
Mode Picture Explanation
NORMAL NORMAL mode will display a 4:3 picture at its standard 4:3

size without any stretching.
JUST| | JUST mode will display a 4:3 picture at its maximum size but with aspect correction applied to the sides of the screen so that elongation is only apparent at the left and right edges of the screen. The size of the picture will depend on the original signal.
ZOOM| | ZOOM mode magnifies the central section of the picture.
FULL| | FULL will display the picture at its maximum size but with slight elongation.

Operating peripheral equipment using the remote control

Programming the remote control code
You can operate other manufacturers’ components using this TV’s remote control.
Preparations:

  • Connect the plug of the external component to the wall outlet.
  • Make sure the component is turned off.

PANASONIC TC 23LX50 LCD Television - ProgrammingPress and hold POWER and OK together, for at least 5 seconds.

  • The mode selection buttons flash, then release POWER and OK.
    Select the type of the component.

  • The selected button lights and all others go out.
    Enter the 3-digit infrared code (see pages 26, 27).

  • Factory default setting: Panasonic

  • Press POWER to test the operation.

Notes:

  • If the component does not operate with the remote control, repeat the procedure using another code. (Some brands have multiple codes).
  • If an incorrect code is entered, or if the procedure takes longer than 30 seconds, the programming will fail.

To find a code not listed in the index
After step 2 above,PANASONIC TC 23LX50 LCD Television - Programming
1 Infrared Code Index
The Universal Remote Control is capable of operating many component brands after entering a code. Some components may not operate because the codes are not available due to limited memory. The Universal Remote Control does not control all features found in each model.![PANASONIC TC 23LX50 LCD Television

Brand Code
Admiral 335
Aiwa 332
Akai 314, 315, 316, 329
Audio Dynamic 311, 339
Bell &Howell 305, 313
Broksonic 320, 326
Canon 323, 325
Citizen 306
Craig 305, 306, 329
Curtis Mathes 324, 345
Daewoo 301, 324, 343
DBX 310, 311, 339
Dimensia 345
Emerson 303, 319, 320, 325, 326, 343
Fisher 305, 307, 308, 309, 313
Funai 320, 326, 334
GE 324, 333, 345
Goldstar 306
Gradiente 334
Hitachi 300, 323, 345
Instant Replay 323, 324
Jensen 339
JVC 310, 311, 334, 339
Kenwood 306, 310, 311, 339
LXI 300, 305, 306, 307, 308, 309
Magnavox 323, 324, 331
Marantz 310, 311, 339
Marta 306
Memorex 309, 324
MGA 338, 340, 341, 347, 348
Minolta 300, 345
Mitsubishi 338, 340, 341, 347, 348
Multitech 304, 347
NEC 310, 311, 334, 339
Olympic 323, 324
Optimus 306, 321, 328, 335
Brand Code
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Orion 320, 326
Panasonic 321, 322, 323, 324
J.C.Penney 300, 305, 310, 311, 324,

339, 345

Pentax| 300, 311, 345
Philco| 320, 323, 324, 326, 331, 343
Philips| 323, 324, 331
Pioneer| 323
Proscan| 300, 301, 302, 323, 324,

331, 333, 345, 346

Quasar| 321, 322, 323, 324
Radio Shack| 305, 309, 324, 333, 336, 340
RCA| 300, 301, 302, 323, 324,

331, 333, 345, 346

Realistic| 305, 309, 324, 336, 340
Samsung| 302, 304, 333
Sansui| 320, 326, 339, 352
Sanyo| 305, 309, 313
Scott| 301, 302, 304, 309, 320,

326, 338, 340, 347, 348

Sears| 300, 305, 306, 307, 308
Sharp| 335, 336
Shintom| 317
Signature 2000| 335
Singer| 317
Sony| 328, 329, 330
Sylvania| 323, 324, 331
Tashiro| 306
Tatung| 310, 311, 339
Teac| 310, 311, 339
Technics| 321, 322, 323, 324
Teknika| 324
Toshiba| 301, 346
Vector Research| 311
Wards| 306, 309, 335, 336, 344
Yamaha| 305, 310, 311, 339
Zenith| 306, 344

Codes for Personal Video Recorders

Brand Code
Panasonic Replay 100
Philips Tivo 101
Sony Tivo 102

Codes for Cable Box

Brand Code
ABC 124
Archer 125, 132
Cableview 105, 132
Citizen 105, 122
Curtis 112, 113
Diamond 124, 125, 132
Eagle 129
Eastern 134
GC Brand 105, 132
Gemini 122
General Instrument/ Jerrold 111, 119, 120, 121, 122, 123, 124, 125, 126, 127
Hamlin 112, 118, 140, 141, 142,

145

Hitachi| 103, 124
Macom| 103, 104, 105
Magnavox| 133
Memorex| 130
Movietime| 105, 132
Oak| 102, 137, 139
Panasonic| 109, 110, 114
Philips| 106, 107, 128, 129, 130
Pioneer| 101, 116
Pulsar| 105, 132
Brand| Code
---|---
Puser| 132
RCA| 115
Realistic| 132
Regal| 112, 118, 140, 141, 142, 145
Regency| 134
Rembrandt| 105, 132, 137
Samsung| 105
Scientific Atlanta| 111, 112, 113
Slmark| 101, 105
Sprucer| 105, 110
Stargate| 105, 132
Tel eview| 101, 105
Texscan| 144
Tocom| 135
Toshiba| 104
Unika| 125, 132
Universal| 122, 132
Videoway| 106
Viewstar| 129, 130
Zenith| 100, 117
Zenith /Drae Satellite| 100

Codes for DBS

Brand Code
Dish Network 105, 115, 116
Echo Star (Echostar) 105
Express VU 105, 115
G.E. 106
G.I. (General Instrument) 108
Gradiente 114
Hitachi 103, 111, 112
HNS (Hughes) 103
Brand Code
--- ---
Magnavox 101, 102
Panasonic 104
Philips 101, 102
Primestar 108
Proscan 106, 109, 110, 113
RCA 106, 109, 110, 113
Sony 107
Star Choice 103, 108
Toshiba 100
Uniden 101, 102

Codes for DVD

Brand Code
Denon 100
Ferguson 101
JVC 109
Mitsubishi 105
Nordmende 101
Panasonic 100
Philips 103
Pioneer 102
RCA 101
Brand Code
--- ---
Magnavox 101, 102
Panasonic 104
Philips 101, 102
Primestar 108
Proscan 106, 109, 110, 113
RCA 106, 109, 110, 113
Sony 107
Star Choice 103, 108
Toshiba 100
Uniden 101, 102

Mode Operational Key Chart
This chart defines which keys are operational after programming (if needed), while in the selected remote control mode : DTV, CABLE, DBS, VCR, DVD …etc.

KEY NAME| TV MODE| VCR MODE| CABLE MODE| DBS MODE| DVD MODE (DVD)
---|---|---|---|---|---
| POWER| POWER| POWER| POWER| POWER
| SAP ON/OFF| –| –| STB AUDIO TRACK| –
| MUTE| TV MUTE| TV MUTE| STB MUTE| TV MUTE
| TV INPUT SW| TV INPUT SW| TV INPUT SW| TV INPUT SW| TV INPUT SW
| CHANNEL UP/DOWN| TV CHANNEL UP/DOWN| CABLECHANNEL UP/DOWN| STB NAVIGATION UP/DOWN| NEXT/PREVIOUS CHAPTER
ACTION| TV ACTION| ENTER| STB ACTION| –
VOL + / –| TV VOLUME +/-| CABLE VOL +/-| STB NAVIGATION

RIGHT/LEFT

| TV VOLUME +/-
| MENU| –| –| STB MENU| –
| DISPLAY| ONSCREEN VCR DISPLAY| –| | –
| EXIT| –| –| STB EXIT| –
| –| –| –| STB GUIDE| –
| Select Channel| Select Channel| Select Channel| Select Channel| –
| PREVIOUS CHAN OR VIDEO MODE| –| CABLE PREVIOUS| STB PREVIOUS| –
| SLEEP| –| –| STB PROGRAM/ DASH| –
| | VCR REW/FF| –| –| SKIP SEARCH

<>FF

| –| PLAY| –| –| PLAY
| –| PAUSE| –| –| PAUSE
| –| STOP| –| –| STOP
| –| VCR RECORD| –| –| –
| ASPECT| TV/VCR SWITCH| –| STB ASPECT| OPEN/CLOSE
| –| VCR CHANNEL UP/DOWN| –| PAGE UP/DOWN| SLOW +/-

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 Picture Noisy Sound
Multiple Images Normal Sound
Interference Noisy Sound

Cars / Motorcycles. Fluorescent lights.
Normal Picture| No Sound| Volume level.
Sound mute switched on. STEREO/SAP/MONO
No Picture| No Sound| TV 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 Color| Normal Sound| Color controls set at minimum levels. Weak signal.
Poor or Distorted Picture| Weak or No Sound| Retune Channel(s).
Normal Picture| Weak, Wrong or No Sound| Sound reception may have deteriorated.
Set STEREO/SAP/MONO setting (AUDIO ADJUST menu) to SAP or MONO until reception improved.
Cannot operate with the remote control.| The battery/ies is/are exhausted. The batteries’ polarity is wrong.
The remote control sensor is exposed to strong light from a fluorescent lamp, etc.
The main unit is hot.| The main unit radiates heat and some of the parts may become hot. This is not a problem for performance or quality.
Set up in a location with good ventilation.
Do not cover the ventilation holes of the TV with a tablecloth, etc., and do not place on top of other equipment.
There may be red spots, blue spots, green spots and black spots on the screen.| This 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 fine picture details. Occasionally, a few non-active pixels may appear on the screen as fixed points of red, blue, green, or black.
Please note this does not affect the performance of your LCD.

CUSTOMER SERVICES DIRECTORY (for U.S.A.)

Customer Services Directory
Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; locate your nearest Dealer or Servicenter; purchase Parts and Accessories; or make Customer Service and Literature requests by visiting our Web Site at: http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport
or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
You may also contact us directly at:
1-800-211-PANA (7262)
Monday-Friday 9 am-9 pm; Saturday-Sunday 10 am-7 pm, EST.
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY : 1-877-833-8855
Accessory Purchases
Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books on line for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at: http://www.pasc.panasonic.com
or, send your request by E-mail to: npcparts@us.panasonic.com
You may also contact us directly at:
1-800-332-5368 (Phone) 1-800-237-9080 (Fax Only) (Monday – Friday 9 am to 8 pm, EST.)
Panasonic Services Company 20421 84th Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032
(We Accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express, and Personal Checks)
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY : 1-866-605-1277

Service in Puerto Rico
Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.
Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
Phone (787)750-4300, Fax (787)768-2910

Specifications

| TC-19LX50, TC-19LE50| TC-23LX50, TC-23LE50
---|---|---
Power Source| AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Power Consumption| Average use : 66 W Stand-by condition : 0.11 W Power off : 0.1 W| Average use : 83 W
Stand-by condition : 0.11 W Power off : 0.1 W
LCD| 1280 x 768 pixels widescreen LCD panel.| 1366 x 768 pixels widescreen
LCD panel.
Screen Size

(W ´ H ´ diagonal)

| 16.3 ² x 9.8 ² x 18.9 ²

(413 mm x 248 mm x 481 mm)

| 20.0 ² x 11.3 ² x 23.0 ²
(508 mm ´ 286 mm ´ 583 mm)
Channel Capability| VHF-12 : UHF-56 : Cable-125
Sound|
| Speakers| ø5 cm x 2 pcs, 8 L| ø6 cm x 2 pcs, 8 L
Audio Output| 8 W [4 W + 4 W] (10%THD)
Headphones| M3 (3.5 mm) Jack x 1
FEATURES| 3D Y/C Digital Comb Filter, CLOSED CAPTION, V-Chip
Operating Conditions| Temperature : 41 °F – 95 °F (5 °C – 35 °C)
Humidity : 5 % – 90 % RH (non-condensing)
Connection Terminals|
| INPUT| VIDEO (RCA PIN Type x 1) x 2| 1.0 Vp-p (75 L)
S-VIDEO (MINI DIN 4pin x 1) x 2| Y : 1.0 Vp-p (75 L),
C : 0.286 Vp-p (75 L)
AUDIO L-R (RCA PIN Type x 2) x 2| 0.5 Vrms
COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT| Y x 1
PB / PR x 1
AUDIO L-R (RCA PIN Type x 2) x 1| 1.0 Vp-p (including synchronization)
±0.35 Vp-p 0.5 Vrms
OUTPUT| AUDIO L-R (RCA PIN Type x 2) x 1| 0.5 Vrms
Dimensions ( W ´ H ´x D )|
| Including TV Stand| 20.2 ² x 18.1 ² x 10.2 ²
(514 mm x 459 mm x 259 mm)| 24.1 ² x 19.9 ² x 10.2 ²
(612 mm x 505 mm x 259 mm)
TV Set Only| 20.2 ² x 15.6 ² x 4.9 ²
(514 mm x 395 mm x 125 mm)| 24.1 ² x 17.4 ² x 4.9 ²
(612 mm ´ 441 mm ´ 125 mm)
Mass (Weight)| 8.5 kg (18.7 lb.) NET| 9.5 kg (20.9 lb.) NET

Note:
Design and Specifications are subject to change without notice. Weight and Dimensions shown are approximate.

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 identification in the event of theft or loss, and for Warranty Service purposes.
Model Number
Serial Number

Panasonic Consumer Electronics
Company, Division of Panasonic
Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way Secaucus
New Jersey 07094
Panasonic Puerto Rico Inc.
Ave. 65 de Infanteria, Km 9.5
San Gabriel Industrial Park,
Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
Panasonic Canada Inc.
5770 Ambler Drive
Mississauga, Ontario
L4W 2T3
© 2005 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co.,Ltd.
All Rights Reserved.
Printed in Japan
MBS0205S0

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