46TroubleshootingBefore requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to resolve the problem.If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer or Panasonic Service Center for assistance.White spots orshadow images(noise)Check the position, direction,and connection of the antenna.Interference orfrozen digitalchannels(intermittent sound)Change the direction of antenna fordigital channels.Check “Signal meter” (p. 31).If the signal is weak, check theantenna and consult your localdealer.The LCD panel movesslightly when it ispushed with a finger.A clattering soundmight be heardThis is not a malfunction.There is some looseness aroundthe panel to prevent damage to thepanel.The remote control doesnot workAre the batteries installed correctly? (p. 7)Are the batteries new?Pictures from externalequipment are distorted whenthe unit is connected via HDMIIs the HDMI cable connected properly?Turn Off the TV unit and equipment, thenturn them On again.Check an input signal from the equipment.(p. 45)Use equipment compliant withEIA/CEA-861/861B.When the channel is changed onan STB that is connected withHDMI, “HDMI” may be displayedon the top left of the screenThis is not a malfunction.Recording does notstart immediatelyCheck the settings of the recorder. Fordetails, read the manual of the recorder.