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5.3. Using the VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™”
Using the VIERA Link HDAVI Control
TM
What is VIERA Link HD AVI Control ?
VIERA Link HD AVI Control is a convenient function that offers linked operations of this unit, and
a P anasonic TV (VIERA) or DVD recor der (DIGA) under HD AVI Control . You can use this function
by connecting the equipment with the HDMI cable . See the operating instructions f or connected
equipment for operational details.
VIERA Link HD AVI Control is a convenient function that offers linked operations of this unit, and
a P anasonic TV (VIERA) or DVD recor der (DIGA) under HD AVI Control . You can use this function
by connecting the equipment with the HDMI cable . See the operating instructions f or connected
equipment for operational details.
VIERA Link HDAVI Control , based on the control functions provided by HDMI which is an industry standard known as HDMI
CEC (Consumer Electronics Control), is a unique function that we have developed and added. As such, its operation with other
manufacturers equipment that supports HDMI CEC cannot be guaranteed.
This unit suppor ts HD AVI Control 1 function.
This standard is compatible with Panasonic s conventional HDAVI equipment.
Please refer to individual manuals for other manufacturers equipment supporting VIERA Link function.
CEC (Consumer Electronics Control), is a unique function that we have developed and added. As such, its operation with other
manufacturers equipment that supports HDMI CEC cannot be guaranteed.
This unit suppor ts HD AVI Control 1 function.
This standard is compatible with Panasonic s conventional HDAVI equipment.
Please refer to individual manuals for other manufacturers equipment supporting VIERA Link function.
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You can select Speaker Selection
( Home Cinema or TV ).
Home Cinema: This unit will be automatically turned on if it is in standby mode and the sound is from the speakers
connected to this unit. You can also adjust the volume level by using the volume control buttons.
TV: TV speakers are active.
2
When you switch off the TV (VIERA), this unit automaticall y turns off .
(This operation is unavailable when you set the input source as
(This operation is unavailable when you set the input source as
FM , AM , CD or OPTION P. on this unit.)
When VIERA Link HDAVI Control compatible recorder (DIGA) is connected with HDMI cable, the recorder (DIGA)
also turns off.
also turns off.
Note
When you operate the TV (VIERA) such as selecting a channel this unit s input selector will automatically switch to
TV .
When you operate DIGA DVD recorder, this unit s input selector will automatically switch to
DVD R. .
To operate other functions, use this unit s remote control.
You can enjoy the followings by using the remote control of TV (VIERA)
Connect your home theater equipment (VIERA Link HD AVI Control compatible VIERA television and DIGA DVD
recorder) with an HDMI cable.
recorder) with an HDMI cable.
It is recommended that you use Panasonic s HDMI cable.
Recommended part number: RP-CDHG10 (1.0 m), RP-CDHG15 (1.5 m), RP-CDHG20 (2.0 m),
Recommended part number: RP-CDHG10 (1.0 m), RP-CDHG15 (1.5 m), RP-CDHG20 (2.0 m),
RP-CDHG30 (3.0 m), RP-CDHG50 (5.0 m), etc.
This unit incorporates HDMI (V .1.3 with Deep Colour) technology.
Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilized.
Please use High Speed HDMI Cables that have the HDMI logo (as shown on the cover).
When outputting 1080p signal, please use the HDMI cables 5.0 meters or less.
Only with HDMI cable connection, you cannot enjoy TV sounds on this unit. Connect TV to this unit with the optical
cable to enjoy TV sound.
Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilized.
Please use High Speed HDMI Cables that have the HDMI logo (as shown on the cover).
When outputting 1080p signal, please use the HDMI cables 5.0 meters or less.
Only with HDMI cable connection, you cannot enjoy TV sounds on this unit. Connect TV to this unit with the optical
cable to enjoy TV sound.
Connection
BI-WIRE
LF
HF
L
R
FRONT A
FRONT B
CENTER
SURROUND
SURROUND BACK
SPEAKERS
OUT
IN
IN
CD
BD/DVD PLAYER / ANALOG 8CH IN
DVD RECORDER
VCR
CABLE/SAT
GAME
TV
AUDIO
SURROUND BACK SURROUND
FRONT
SUBWOOFER
OUT
IN
IN
IN
(DVD RECORDER)
(BD/DVD PLAYER)
(CABLE/SAT)
HDMI 1
HDMI 2
HDMI 3
FRONT A
FRONT B
CENTER
SURROUND
SURROUND BACK
S VIDEO
COMPONENT VIDEO
L
R
IN
IN
IN
IN
AC IN~
OUT
IN
IN
OUT
OUT
IN
IN
IN
IN
TV MONITOR
TV MONITOR
DVD RECORDER
VCR
CABLE/SAT
GAME
DVD PLAYER
BD/
(BD/
DVD PLAYER)
DVD PLAYER)
(DVD RECORDER)
(CABLE/SAT)
1
2
3
DIGITAL IN
(DVD RECORDER) (BD/DVD PLAYER)
(TV)
(CD)
OPTICAL 1
OPTICAL 2
OPTICAL 3
COAXIAL
SUBWOOFER
Y
P
B
P
R
IN
OUT
OUT
IN
IN
IN
IN
TV MONITOR
DVD RECORDER
VCR
CABLE/SAT
GAME
DVD PLAYER
BD/
(6-16 W EACH SPEAKER)
A OR B / BI-WIRE (4-16 W EACH SPEAKER) A AND B (6-16 W EACH SPEAKER)
OUT
CENTER
IN
IN
FM ANT
AM ANT
OPTION V 1
LOOP
EXT
DC OUT 5V
500mA MAX
75
W
R
L
R
R
L
L
LOOP ANT
GND
VIDEO
TV (VIERA)
Rear panel
HDMI IN
Digital audio
out (optical)
HDMI
OUT
D VD recor der
(DIGA)
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5.4. Main Unit Connections
5.4.1. Video & Audio Terminals
B
Basic connections
Connecting cables to video and audio terminals (Connecting equipment without HDMI terminal)
Video cable
Audio cable
Video connection cable (not included)
Optical fibre cable (not included)
Stereo phono cable (not included)
White (L)
Red (R)
Red (R)
To enjoy TV with surround sound, make connection
or instructed below according to your equipment.
SURROUND
SURROUND BACK
OUT
IN
IN
CD
BD/DVD PLAYER / ANALOG 8CH IN
DVD RECORDER
VCR
CABLE/SAT
GAME
TV
AUDIO
SURROUND BACK SURROUND
FRONT
SUBWOOFER
OUT
IN
IN
IN
(DVD RECORDER)
(BD/DVD PLAYER)
(CABLE/SAT)
HDMI 1
HDMI 2
HDMI 3
SURROUND
SURROUND BACK
S VIDEO
COMPONENT VIDEO
L
R
IN
IN
IN
IN
OUT
IN
IN
OUT
IN
IN
IN
IN
TV MONITOR
TV MONITOR
DVD RECORDER
VCR
CABLE/SAT
GAME
DVD PLAYER
BD/
(BD/
DVD PLAYER)
DVD PLAYER)
(DVD RECORDER)
(CABLE/SAT)
1
2
3
(DVD RECORDER) (BD/DVD PLAYER)
(TV)
(CD)
OPTICAL 1
OPTICAL 2
OPTICAL 3
COAXIAL
SUBWOOFER
Y
P
B
P
R
IN
OUT
OUT
IN
IN
IN
IN
TV MONITOR
DVD RECORDER
VCR
CABLE/SAT
GAME
DVD PLAYER
BD/
(6-16 W EACH SPEAKER)
OUT
CENTER
IN
IN
FM ANT
AM ANT
OPTION V 1
LOOP
EXT
DC OUT 5V
500mA MAX
75
W
R
R
L
L
LOOP ANT
GND
VIDEO
OUT
DIGITAL IN
VIDEO IN
Digital audio
out (optical)
VIDEO
OUT
(R ) (L)
Audio out
DVD recorder
Blu-ray Disc/
DVD player
DVD player
Cable box or
satellite receiver
satellite receiver
VCR
Rear panel
TV
Game
Digital audio
out (optical)
VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO
OUT
(R ) (L)
Audio out
VIDEO
OUT
(R ) (L)
Audio out
VIDEO
OUT
Connecting the optical
fibre cable
fibre cable
Note the
shape and
it correctly
into the
terminal.
shape and
it correctly
into the
terminal.
Do not
bend!
bend!
Digital audio
out (optical)
Audio out
(R) (L)
1
2
B
A
A
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5.4.2. Connecting equipment with HDMI Terminal
Basic connections
Connection cable
Video and Audio cable
HDMI cable (not included)
Recommended part number:
RP-CDHG10 (1.0 m), RP-CDHG15 (1.5 m), RP-CDHG20 (2.0 m), RP-CDHG30 (3.0 m), RP-CDHG50 (5.0 m), etc.
Recommended part number:
RP-CDHG10 (1.0 m), RP-CDHG15 (1.5 m), RP-CDHG20 (2.0 m), RP-CDHG30 (3.0 m), RP-CDHG50 (5.0 m), etc.
HDMI cable notes
It is recommended that you use Panasonic s HDMI cable.
This unit incorporates HDMI (V .1.3 with Deep Colour) technology.
Please use High Speed HDMI Cables that have the HDMI logo (as shown on the cover).
When outputting 1080p signal, please use the HDMI cables 5.0 meters or less.
This unit incorporates HDMI (V .1.3 with Deep Colour) technology.
Please use High Speed HDMI Cables that have the HDMI logo (as shown on the cover).
When outputting 1080p signal, please use the HDMI cables 5.0 meters or less.
Connecting equipment with HDMI terminal
SURROUND
SURROUND BACK
OUT
IN
IN
CD
BD/DVD PLAYER / ANALOG 8CH IN
DVD RECORDER
VCR
CABLE/SAT
GAME
TV
AUDIO
SURROUND BACK SURROUND
FRONT
SUBWOOFER
OUT
IN
IN
IN
(DVD RECORDER)
(BD/DVD PLAYER)
(CABLE/SAT)
HDMI 1
HDMI 2
HDMI 3
SURROUND
SURROUND BACK
S VIDEO
COMPONENT VIDEO
L
R
IN
IN
IN
IN
OUT
IN
IN
OUT
OUT
IN
IN
IN
IN
TV MONITOR
TV MONITOR
DVD RECORDER
VCR
CABLE/SAT
GAME
DVD PLAYER
BD/
(BD/
DVD PLAYER)
DVD PLAYER)
(DVD RECORDER)
(CABLE/SAT)
1
2
3
(DVD RECORDER) (BD/DVD PLAYER)
(TV)
(CD)
OPTICAL 1
OPTICAL 2
OPTICAL 3
COAXIAL
SUBWOOFER
Y
P
B
P
R
IN
OUT
OUT
IN
IN
IN
IN
TV MONITOR
DVD RECORDER
VCR
CABLE/SAT
GAME
DVD PLAYER
BD/
(6-16 W EACH SPEAKER)
OUT
CENTER
IN
IN
FM ANT
AM ANT
OPTION V 1
LOOP
EXT
DC OUT 5V
500mA MAX
75
W
R
R
L
L
LOOP ANT
GND
VIDEO
DIGITAL IN
HDMI input
HDMI
Video/Audio out
HDMI
Video/Audio out
HDMI
Video/Audio out
D VD recorder
Blu-ray Disc/DVD player
Cable box, satellite receiver, etc.
Rear panel
TV
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5.4.3. S Video and audio Terminals
Connecting cables to S video and audio terminals
Connection cable
Video cable
S VIDEO connection cable (not included)
Audio cable
Optical fibre cable (not included)
Stereo phono cable
(not included)
White (L)
Red (R)
Red (R)
SURROUND
SURROUND BACK
OUT
IN
IN
CD
BD/DVD PLAYER / ANALOG 8CH IN
DVD RECORDER
VCR
CABLE/SAT
GAME
TV
AUDIO
SURROUND BACK SURROUND
FRONT
SUBWOOFER
OUT
IN
IN
IN
(DVD RECORDER)
(BD/DVD PLAYER)
(CABLE/SAT)
HDMI 1
HDMI 2
HDMI 3
SURROUND
SURROUND BACK
S VIDEO
COMPONENT VIDEO
L
R
IN
IN
IN
IN
OUT
IN
IN
OUT
OUT
IN
IN
IN
IN
TV MONITOR
TV MONITOR
DVD RECORDER
VCR
CABLE/SAT
GAME
DVD PLAYER
BD/
(BD/
DVD PLAYER)
DVD PLAYER)
(DVD RECORDER)
(CABLE/SAT)
1
2
3
(DVD RECORDER) (BD/DVD PLAYER)
(TV)
(CD)
OPTICAL 1
OPTICAL 2
OPTICAL 3
COAXIAL
SUBWOOFER
Y
P
B
P
R
IN
OUT
OUT
IN
IN
IN
IN
TV MONITOR
DVD RECORDER
VCR
CABLE/SAT
GAME
DVD PLAYER
BD/
(6-16 W EACH SPEAKER)
OUT
CENTER
IN
IN
FM ANT
AM ANT
OPTION V 1
LOOP
EXT
DC OUT 5V
500mA MAX
75
W
R
R
L
L
LOOP ANT
GND
VIDEO
DIGITAL IN
S VIDEO IN
S VIDEO
OUT
Digital audio
out (optical)
(R ) ( L)
Audio out
D VD recorder
Blu-ray Disc/
D VD player
Cable box or
satellite receiver
VCR
Connecting the optical
fibre cable
fibre cable
Note the
shape and fit
it correctly
into the
terminal.
shape and fit
it correctly
into the
terminal.
Do not
bend!
bend!
Rear panel
TV
Game
S VIDEO
OUT
Digital audio
out (optical)
S VIDEO
OUT
(R ) ( L)
Audio out
S VIDEO
OUT
(R ) ( L)
Audio out
S VIDEO
OUT
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