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1. VHF UHF Antenna Back of the TV DIGITAL AUDIO OUT AUDIO VIDEO ANT IN ANT OUT 000 oa AV Equipment e g DVD Recorder or VCR with TV tuner VCR To record playback DVD Recorder If this source has higher resolution through interlace or progressive signal connection can be done with the use of Component Video or HDMI cable p 12 VCR Connection can be done with the use of an RF cable and Composite Video S Video cable p 12 AC Cord See page 8 AC cord connection ANTENNA Homi Av IN Cable In HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Antenna terminal Connecting TV and AV equipment Please refer to A onp 12 Example 3 Connecting DVD recorder VCR and satellite receiver TV Satellite DVD Recorder Receiver VHF UHF Antenna VHF UHF Antenna A e e e 1OOQOO couponewt USO J AUDIO IN N no oe S 4 i AMP S Hs AUDIO VIDEO Satellite Receiver DVD Recorder or VCR with TV tuner You can enjoy high definition ANTENNA Cable In programming by subscribing to high definition satellite service Connection can be done with the use of HDMI or Component Video cable p 12 AC 120 V 60 Hz i AC Cord H MI Avin Antenna terminal HOA JO 1apro938H GAC
2. _ select Clock Program channel External devices Anti image retention Select Input labels or Monitor out External devices a next Input labels ox gt Monitor out E Press to exit from a menu screen EXIT _ select Devices connected to external input terminals can be labeled for easier identification during input selection In selecting input mode from p 20 E Select the terminal and label of the external equipment Input labels y k Oselect TLabel Terminal Component 1 gt 5 Oset D Component 2 Input labels Display HDMI 2 labels of HDMI 3 example external Video e Terminals Comp 1 2 HDMI 1 3 Video 1 2 PC devices video e Label SKIP VCR DVD CABLE DBS PVR GAME AUX pe RECEIVER BLANK For the PC terminal only SKIP is available If SKIP is selected the TV VIDEO button press will skip its input o Each selected label will be displayed on Input select screen p 20 To prevent howling and image oscillation stops output of the pictures and audio specified in this menu p 27 E Select the terminal and set Off Monitor out Monitor out Y m select Select Off to stop output of picture and AE audio Video 1 Video 2 Stop output za x ppiaiei e Component 1 Component 2 HDMI 1 HDMI of the DMA DS 2 HDMI 3 cannot output video signals picture and AON regardless of Monitor out setting When equipment STB DVD etc
3. H M HIGH DEFINITION MULTIMEDIA INTERFACE English Espa ol DTV Panasonic Operating Instructions 46 Class 1080p Plasma HDTV 46 0 inches measured diagonally Manual de instrucciones Televisi n de alta definici n de 1080p y clase 46 de Plasma 46 0 pulgadas medidas diagonalmente Numero de madek TH C46FD1 8 Quick Start Guide See page 6 15 Gu a de inicio r pido vea la p gina 6 15 E For assistance U S A please call 1 877 95 VIERA 958 4372 or visit us at www panasonic com contactinfo E For assistance Puerto Rico please call 787 750 4300 or visit us at www panasonic com E For assistance Canada please call 1 866 330 0014 or visit us at www vieraconcierge ca E Para solicitar ayuda EE UU llame al 1 877 95 VIERA 958 4372 vis tenos en www panasonic com contactinfo E Para solicitar ayuda Puerto Rico llame al 787 750 4300 6 visitenos en www panasonic com VIEFA Link Please read these instructions before operating your set and retain them for future reference The images shown in this manual are for illustrative purposes only Lea estas instrucciones antes de utilizar su televisor y gu rdelas para consultarlas en el futuro Las im genes mostradas en este manual tienen solamente fines ilustrativos TQB2AA0803 Turn your own living room into a movie theater Experience an amazing level of multimedia excitement This device contains a d
4. Pin No Signal Name Pin No Signal Name Pin No Signal Name R GND Ground NC not connected a G 0 GND Ground D NC B GND Ground 43 HD SYNC NC not connected 9 NC not connected VD 6 GND Ground GND Ground 5 NC O D O y gt O v 5 O o 3 D O 5 45 FAQ Before 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 For details p 51 52 For additional assistance please contact us via the website at www panasonic com contactinfo www panasonic ca oe SSS eS ee ae a a White spots or shadow images noise NE e Check the position direction and connection of the antenna Interference or frozen digital channels intermittent sound e Change the direction of antenna for digital channels e Check Signal meter p 35 If the signal is weak check the antenna and consult your local dealer 9 e 46 O 9 t emeee eee ee eee s Pictures from external equipment are distorted when the unit is connected via HDMI o Is the HDMI cable connected properly p 39 40 e Turn Off the TV unit and equipment then turn them On again e Check an input signal from the equipment p 45 o Use equipment compliant with EIA CEA 861 861B Recording does not
5. if you change the Input label from GAME to other labels O Picture mode will be automatically set to Game if you change from an Input label other than GAME to GAME label Do nat display a picture in 4 3 mode for an extended period as this can cause Side Bar Image retention to remain on either or both sides of the display field To reduce the risk of such Image retention change the brightness of the side bars See pages 26 27 for more information The side bar may flash alternate black white depending on the picture Using Cinema mode will reduce such flashing See below Image retention 4 3 Screen Display ise Side Bar Scrolling bar Scrolling bar To prevent Image retention scrolls white vertical bar from left to right on a black screen O Press any key except the POWER key to return to previous screen You will return to the previous screen if no key operation has been performed for 15 minutes See pages 26 27 for more information Scrolling bar Input signal that can be displayed Mark Applicable input signal for Component Y Ps Pr HDMI and PC horizontal frequency kHz vertical frequency HZ COMPONENT HDMI PC 525 480 60i 15 73 59 94 ki 525 480 60 31 47 59 94 i 3 750 720 60p 45 00 59 94 1 125 1 080 60i 33 75 59 94 a i 1
6. is audio HEHE connected to HDMI COMPONENT or PC Video 1 MN terminals no video signals can be passed Video 2 On through PROG OUT terminal INC J0yUONy s aqe7 mduj e uoldey pasol e pooueApy 38 Using Timer The TV can automatically turn On Off at the designated date and time e The Clock must be set before On time Off time settings p 14 e The Sleep timer and On Off timer will not work if the Auto power on p 27 is set Panasonic TV E Press to exit from O a menu screen EXIT E Press to return to the previous screen RETURN e The TV automatically turns Off after 90 minutes when turned On by the Timer This operation will be cancelled if the Off time is selected or if a key is pressed Display menu MENU Select Timer Menu VIERA Link CA next OPicture select d Audio 8 Lock a SD card Select the timer to set Timer y gt Oselect gt Timer 1 AS next Timer 2 JRA Sleep Turns Off automatically a Timer 1 Turns On Off automatically Timer 4 2 5 timers can be set Timer 5 Timer 5 Set the timer E To set Sleep Off Timer Set to shut the unit off after a pre selected amount of time SN o 0 30 60 90 minutes P Jii v E To set Timer 1 5 On Off Timer Select the item and set Sleep Sleep ME Timer 1 5 lt select Channel CER a Day EVR FRI aa
7. AL 19A1929Y SEES HOA JO 19P1099Y GAC AL UO O9UUOD JISeg O Connecting TV and AV equipment E eG Please refer to A onp 12 0066 O For details of external equipment connections please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment y e o O eS A9IND y 12 Basic Connection continued AV cable connections A To use HDMI terminals HOM avin HDMI 1 HDMI 2 AV Equipment E C O e g Blu ray Disc player e Connecting to HDMI terminals will enable you to enjoy high definition digital images and high quality sound e For VIERA Link connections please refer to p 40 B To use COMPONENT terminals AV Equipment A uolueg YybiH e g Blu ray Disc COMPONENT player VIDEO OUT AV Equipment gt 000 Q e g DVD Recorder or white AUDIO a On OUT red e g VCR oo AV Equipment 000 e g DVD Recorder uo UJaq p4sepue s L COMPOSITE OUT white R e The S Video input will override the composite video signal when S Video cable is connected Connect either S Video or Video cable e Connecting to S VIDEO terminals will enable you to enjoy greater picture quality than using Composite terminals e Some programs contain a copyright protection signal to prevent recording e
8. HDAVI Control 3 p 31 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 Please refer to the individual manuals for other manufacturers equipment supporting the VIERA Link function For the first time When adding new equipment reconnecting equipment or changing the setup after the connection turn the equipment on and then switch the TV on Select the input mode to HDMI1 HDMI2 or HDMI3 p 20 and make sure that an image is displayed correctly HDMI cable This function needs an HDMI compliant fully wired cable Non HDMI compliant cables cannot be utilized It is recommended that you use Panasonic s HDMI cable Recommended part number RP CDHG10 3 3 ft 1 0 m RP CDHG15 4 9 ft 1 5 m RP CDHG20 6 6 ft 2 0 m RP CDHG30 9 8 ft 3 0 m RP CDHG50 16 4 ft 5 0 m For more details on the external equipment s connections please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment Follow direction in VIERA Link Setting p 21 Select settings VIERA Link setting VIERA Link On Power off link Set Power on link Set Default speakers MALAS E Press to exit from a menu screen EXIT Set VIERA Link setting a VIERA Link On D anang Power
9. 125 1 080 60p 67 43 59 94 1 125 1 080 60p 67 50 60 00 1 125 1 080 24p 26 97 23 98 1 125 1 080 24p 27 00 24 00 pS 640 x 400 970 31 47 70 08 i 640 x 480 60 31 47 59 94 i Macintosh13 640 x 480 35 00 66 67 640 x 480 75 37 50 75 00 3 852 x 480 060 31 47 59 94 800 x 600 60 37 88 60 32 800 x 600 75 46 88 75 00 i 800 x 600 85 53 67 85 08 Macintosh16 832 x 624 49 73 74 55 il 1 024 x 768 60 48 36 60 00 ig 1 024 x 768 70 56 48 70 07 1 024 x 768 75 60 02 75 03 3 1 024 x 768 85 68 68 85 00 Macintosh 21 1 152 x 870 68 68 75 06 1 280 x 1 024 60 63 98 60 02 i 1 366 x 768 60 48 36 60 00 i O Signals other than above may not be displayed properly O The above signals are reformatted for optimal viewing on your display PC Input Terminals Connection O Computer signals which can be input are those with a horizontal scanning frequency of 15 to 110 kHz and vertical scanning frequency of 48 to 120 Hz However the image will not be displayed properly if the signals exceed 1 200 lines O Some PC models cannot be connected to the set O There is no need to use an adapter for computers with IBM PC AT compatible D sub 15P terminal O The maximum resolution 1 280 x 1 024 If the display resolution exceeds these maximums it may not be possible to show fine detail with sufficient clarity O Signal Names for D sub 15P Connector Pin Layout for PC Input Terminal
10. After the scanning is completed select Apply see below O All previously saved channels are erased Use this procedure when changing the channel setup or changing the channel display Also use this to add or skip channels from channel list manually You can select channel tuning mode Digital only Analog only in Surf mode p 27 Select Edit Manual program Apply Cancel Cannnel Caption Favorite Add lt k select BY nen y Yes 5 z Yes Select the item to be edited Manual program Apply Cancel select the item to edit CS C aption Favorite AUN Add v next Favorite Add Cannnel Caption Favorite Capt aption Caption Add Changes the station identifier soet o Favorite Ge on Registers channel to Favorite List e Add Adds or skips channels Prev page E Next page Y PT R G Proceed to pa j next page Go back to previous page Edit e Caption Caption select ae Caption i on chaos Caption detail v set next Cancel Apply Caption Caption detail Select the station identifier Rename maximum 7 characters available o Favorite Set favorite Select the number e Add Press OK to select Yes add or No skip 4 Move cursor to channel number Manual program a eit JE Cancel select Cannnel Caption Favorite Add gt 00 gt z 2 w Q i L Press OK to tune z to t
11. Ge WIS 1 Cc ees a 5 Q 3 D iii Connect with or images Camcorder i VCR DVD E DVD Recorder 1 Player YCR i gt For HDMI 3 Audio HDMI cable a connection cable 1 1 lt a tadaa caupmentonty aee TS a 3 For connection 1 E 4 I O Sui R using HDMI ela onverSIo na eee DVI Conversion I a ea z 3 Conversion Q cable see HDMI i i a n Audio cable 1 or HDMI 2 OPTICAL tA a ok connection on IN T T i fl Php J this page Amplifier U FO SA E o A Computer E To watch DVDs E To listen to the TV WPC E To watch digital video image DVD Player Set through speakers DVD Player or Set Top Box Top Box HDMI compatible machines only o The picture and audio input signals connected to a e When equipment STB DVD etc is connected to terminal specified in Monitor out p 37 cannot be HDMI COMPONENT or PC terminals no video signals output from PROG OUT terminals can be passed through PROG OUT terminal However audio output can be obtained from DIGITAL When receiving digital channel signals all digital AUDIO OUT terminal formats are down converted to composite NTSC video e To prevent howling and image oscillation set the to be output through the PROG OUT terminals Monitor out setting when connecting the VCR with Please see p 24 25 for setup when using an external loop connection p 26 37 analog audio cable with an HDMI to DVI cable 39 VIERA Link Connections Follow
12. Picture menu p 24 Disp time image is displayed in Slide show mode 1 10 15 20 30 45 60 120 sec Turn the slide show Repeat function Repeat on or Off O For large image sizes the display time will be longer than the number of seconds set e To stop in mid cycle gt Press PS 4 Adjust or select Picture Reset Picture 0 Brightness 0 Picture mode MAL MO select Picture DY ok ATA select lt a Adjust a Select o lt Y 9 3 0 a O m o 19 20 Watching Videos and DVDs If you have applicable equipment connected to the TV you can watch videos and DVDs on the TV s screen You can select the external equipment to access With the connected equipment turned On Display the Input select menu Input select Press corresponding TV a NUMBER button on the A AUX E El remote control to select the EJ Component 2 o input of your choice or 4 HDMI 1 GAME 5 MA F select Select the input of your E HOMIS GAME E choice then press OK gt Video 1 0 8 Video 2 19 Mo Genter e During the selection if no action is taken for several seconds the Input select menu disappears Terminal o The terminal and label of Label the connected equipment are displayed To label each of the input Panasonic example please refer to p 37 TV e The input label will be displayed on Input select screen if Input label is set o
13. When the copyright protection program is displayed do not connect the other TV monitor through a VCR Video signals fed through VCRs may be affected by copyright protection systems and the picture will be distorted on the other TV monitor O For the details of the external equipment s connections please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment Identifying Controls TV controls indicators Displays the Main menu HDMI input 3 connector Chooses menu and submenu entries VIDEO IN2 4 AVIN 000 MENU OK TVMDEO SVIDEO VIDEO L AUDIO R Hmm SDCARDD Selects channels in SD card slot sequence Changes the input mode Video Input 2 connector Volume up down Swing up the door at A Remote control sensor Within about 23 feet 7 meters in front of the TV set Power indicator on red off no light POWER button e Y O MS e The TV consumes a limited amount of power as long as the power cord is inserted into the wall outlet Remote control Viewing from SD card p 18 19 POWER i Switches TV On or Off Standby MEDAL Meng pee VIESA sap Link Selects Audio Mode for TV viewing p 16 Exits from menu screen sjonuon Bui jyuap e Displays Main Menu p 24 MENU Changes the input mode p 20 Selects OK Change Displays Sub Menu p 16 26 Returns to previous menu used for various functions for example p 18 30 suonoauuos a qes Ay u
14. analog channels Analog only Scans Analog channels only e RETURN Digital only Scans Digital channels only Confirm registered channels rogram k gt N select Apply X O PPY aption Favorite Add S E X ok o If OK is not pressed after selecting Apply the channels will not be saved The channel will be saved when no operation is performed for 60 seconds and the Manual program menu will also exit automatically O If you perform scanning more than twice previously saved channels are erased e About broadcasting systems Analog NTSC Conventional broadcasting Digital ATSC New programming that allows you to view more channels featuring high quality video and sound 15 16 Watching TV Comnect the TV to a cable box cable set top box satellite box or antenna cable p 9 12 To watch TV and other functions Turn power on a A ome e If the mode is not TV press vto and select TV p 20 O om A a channel number m E To directly input the digital a channel number or El El Np ds When tuning to a digital channel press the button to enter the minor number in a compound channel number 10 i example CH15 1 Panasonic TV TV E Other Useful Functions Operate after E Select Audio Mode for watching TV Listen with SAP EAT ETA Digital mode Audio Press SAP to select the next audio track if available when receiving a digital channel Audi
15. exit from e Depending on the JPEG format Information contents may not be displayed a menu screen correctly Refer to p 43 Data format for SD card browsing for details EXIT gt Rotate 90 degrees counter clockwise Jr next photo Rotate 90 degrees clockwise E Press to return to the previous screen RETURN To previous photo INFO Fee von y o To display hide Navigation area gp e RETURN lide show Displays one at a time Navigation area O Insert the card O Remove the card s gt Press in lightly on SD Card then release e Compliant card type maximum capacity SDHC Card 16 GB Label a surface Push until a click is heard ETo set up the slide show mode nd or O 1 Display Photo menu 2 Select Setup slide show Photo menu misa Setup slide Picture 4 gt show Setup slide show Re ok 3 Select the item and adjust Setup slide show 4 gt Select Disp time ME lt CO Adiust Repeat On v You can set how many seconds each SD Card 2 GB miniSD Card 1 GB requiring miniSD Card adapter O For cautions and details on SD Cards p 43 To change the view slide show mode adjusting images etc MiTo adjust picture Ind or O 1 Display Photo menu 2 Select picture Photo menu Setup slide show 3 Select the item Picture Reset Picture mode MAI Picture 0 Brightness 0
16. i On time 10 00 AM 10 y set Off time 11 00 AM Set On Channel Select the channel Day _ Select the day SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT displays the nearest future date MON FRI SAT SUN DAILY EVR SUN EVR MON EVR TUE EVR WED EVR THU EVR FRI EVR SAT On time The time to turn On Off time The time to turn Off Set Timer setting On Off Recommended AV Connections These diagrams show our recommendations or how to connect the TV unit to your various equipment For other connections consult the instructions for each piece of equipment and its specifications For additional assistance please visit our website at www panasonic com www panasonic ca Front of the TV Back of the TV Cable TV AC 120 V 60 Hz I AC Cord Cable Box Connect after all the other connections are complete nl Tm AUDIO 1 w ANTENNA HDMI avin i Cable In J D O e a a D o gt lt O O pa D O n O CS BX ee ee O jo
17. leakage and corrosion resulting in damage to the remote control e Do not mix old and new batteries e Do not mix different battery types such as alkaline and manganese batteries e Do not use rechargeable Ni Cd batteries 0 Do not burn or break batteries Hook Note the correct polarity or Attaching the pedestal to TV E Assembling the pedestal O Fix securely with assembly screws A Total 4 screws e Tighten screws firmly Accessories Assembly screws 4 of each M5 x 18 Silver comm M5 x 25 Black Poles 2 E Set up O e e Carry out work on a horizontal and level surface o Tighten screws firmly A Bottom view e Dor is printed at the a bottom of the poles Base 1 Ne Rear side lt Hole for pedestal N J installation Pole Pole AR O Fix securely with assembly screws B gt lt Base Total 4 screws Do not disassemble or modify the pedestal e Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged and personal injury may result Do not use any other TV and displays e Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged and personal injury may result Do not use the pedestal if it becomes warped or physically damaged O f you use the pedestal when it is physically damaged personal injury may result Contact your nearest Panasonic Dealer immediately During set up make sure that all screws are securely tightened o f sufficient care is not
18. now e SD card setting will be displayed automatically each time an SD card is inserted for the first time Play SD card automatically Set it to playback the data when SD card is inserted SD card setting On When SD card is inserted the data plays Play SD card automatically automatically from next time E Off The data can be played manually Play SD card now Press the SD key or select SD card on the Menu e You can skip this step when Play SD card now is selected or On is set in Play SD card automatically setting gt Select the data to be viewed Thumbnail view y Oselect Photo viewer a muith O ORE E Information a Sad ree lt Pana0365 Pana0366 No Pana0367 Pana0368 Pana0365 Ww o d i Date Eze Y view 01 01 2008 AAA t Menu VIERA Link 8 Lock f SD card a 3 a A Pana0369 Pana0370 Pana0371 Pana0372 Select y 0K j P ab Coy RETURN Pana0373 Pana0374 Pana0375 Pana0376 ixel y 1600x1200 Present status Navigation area While reading the data B Accessing Accessing Selected picture information is displayed Rotate No Image number or file name is Pause displayed Prev Next Prev G Next pate Rate of recoreing is Cap yod RETURN RETURN ixel Display resolution is displayed did did Slide show Single Panasonic Total number of images R vv a to Slide show to Single photo display E Press to
19. off link Set ik E Press to return to the previous Power on link Set Screen Default speakers Theater RETURN Automatic Input Switching Power on link Power off link Default speakers One touch theater playback Providing the setting information for HDAVI Control 3 Automatic lip sync function for HDAVI Control 3 At the start of the DIGA Player theater or RAM theater playback the TV s input automatically switches to the input based on the playback equipment For the RAM theater the speakers automatically switch to the theater system If using the DIGA operation the TV s input automatically switches to the DIGA and DIGA menu is displayed When Set is selected p 26 TV is turned on automatically and switches to the appropriate HDMI input whenever VIERA Link compatible equipment is initially turned on and Play mode is selected When Set is selected p 26 and the TV is turned off all connected VIERA Link compatible equipment is also automatically turned off e DIGA Panasonic DVD Recorder will not turn off if it is still in rec mode Caution The TV remains on even if the VIERA Link compatible equipment is turned off TV is the default setting To set the Home Theater system as default speakers change the default speakers setting from TV to Theater Sound will be output from the Home Theater whenever the TV is powered on I
20. other ratings e When placing a lock on a specific age based rating level the Off rating and any other more restrictive ratings will also be blocked 33 Editing and Setting Channels The current channel settings can be changed according to your needs and reception conditions Display menu ga Ato Set automatically Select Setup Menu A Bie pas VIERA Link gt pe OPicture y select dJ Audio Y Timer amp Lock a SD card e Select Program channel A Setup c A next Surf mode a 0 gt Panasonic Language va Clock Set manually Program channel External devices E Press to exit from Anti image retention a menu screen EXIT f Select the function Program channel A rn i l KN next ANT in Cable la ek gt Auto Bo colect Manual Signal meter O MiTo reset the settings of setup menu Select Reset in Setup menu and press OK Signal meter Check signal Input your 4 digit password with number buttons strength E Select YES on the confirmation screen and press OK Automatically searches and adds available channels to the memory 3 Select a scanning mode p 15 Auto program Select ANT in Select Cable or Antenna p 15 Select Auto Program channel AN next ANT in Cable vy _ select Manual Signal meter A AN ok Analog only Y select Digital only Settings are made automatically O
21. start immediately e Check the settings of the recorder For details read the manual of the recorder y ee ee ee ee ee ee ee POWER SS vies w Link O MENU EXT FORMAT FAVORITE INFO MUTE 2 a a Ea e ss e 4 The remote control does 5 8 0 Panasonic I 1 2 not work 4 I 9 Are the batteries installed correctly p 6 1 1 0 Are the batteries new I w P 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 CT D e The function to prevent Image retention is activated cc 5 Not a faulty symptom Press any key to return e The screen saver is activated if the TV unit is not operated for moves on the screen a certain time in SD mode o Image retention p 5 O A pixel or luminescent spot can occasionally be missing in plasma displays Not a faulty symptom e Check Picture menu p 24 Noi Image can be e Check the cable A p 9 12 displayed e Check that the correct input has been selected p 20 Only spots are displayed e Check the channel settings p 34 instead of images e Check the antenna cables Is the AC power cord plugged into the outlet i i Is the TV unit turned On Neither mae wel e Check Picture
22. taken to ensure screws are properly tightened during assembly the pedestal will not be strong enough to support the TV and it might fall over and become damaged and personal injury may result Q Q O uels A9IND 10SS9DIY euondoO selossanoy e Accessories Optional Accessory continued AC cord connection To attach To remove Keep pushing both side snaps Insert it firmly until the tabs on both sides click into place To remove Keep pushing both sides until they snap To loosen e Do not bundle the RF cable and AC cord together could cause distorted image O Fasten the cables with the Cable clamper as necessary s K hi e When using the options follow the option s aft Pak ore ing assembly manual to fix cables Reference of connection Antenna terminal Pin terminals HDMI terminal Fo OOM ca red blue green Ne a e Firmly tighten by hand Match colors of plugs and terminals O Insert firmly o Insert firmly Basic Connection Example 1 Connecting Antenna To watch TV VHF UHF Antenna VHF UHF Antenna e NTSC National Television System Committee Conventional broadcasting e ATSC Advanced Television Systems Committee Digital TV Standards include digital high definition television HDTV standard definition television
23. the connection diagrams below for HDAVI control If connection or setting of equipment compatible with of a single piece of AV equipment such as a DVD recorder HDAVI control is changed switch the power of this unit Off DIGA RAM theater or Player theater system and On again while the power of all equipment is On so that Refer to page 28 31 for Setup Menu settings and additional the unit can correctly recognize the connected equipment control information and check that the DVD recorder DIGA RAM theater and e Optional HDMI and or optical cables are not included Player theater playback operate e HDMI 1 is recommended When connecting to HDMI 2 HDMI 3 set the input mode to HDMI 2 HDMI 3 p 20 initially before connecting to HDMI 2 HDMI 3 After connection confirm the HDMI control functions p 28 31 E Connecting this unit to the DVD recorder DIGA RAM E Connecting this unit to a DVD theater or Player theater recorder DIGA and AV amp e For DVD recorder DIGA Connect with HDMI cable When using an VIERA Link audio o For RAM theater and Player theater video amplifier and a compatible DVD Connect with the HDMI and audio cables recorder DIGA use a daisy chain If audio cable is not connected you cannot listen to the TV program connection as shown below through the theater system Digital Audio out ANTENNA Cable In Back of the TV H
24. times the amount of water and then wring the cloth to remove excess liquid Use this cloth to wipe the surface of the display panel then wipe it evenly with a dry cloth of the same type until the surface is dry Do not scratch or hit the surface of the panel with fingernails or other hard objects Furthermore avoid contact with volatile substances such as insect sprays solvents and thinner otherwise the quality of the surface may be adversely affected Cabinet If the cabinet becomes dirty wipe it with a soft dry cloth O f the cabinet is particularly dirty soak the cloth in a weak mild liquid dish soap and then wring the cloth dry Use this cloth to wipe the cabinet and then wipe it dry with a dry cloth Do not allow any mild liquid dish soap to come into direct contact with the surface of the Plasma TV If water droplets get inside the unit operating problems may result Avoid contact with volatile substances such as insect sprays solvents and thinner otherwise the quality of the cabinet surface may be adversely affected or the coating may peel off Furthermore do not leave it for long periods in contact with articles made from rubber or PVC Pedestal e Cleaning Wipe the surfaces with a soft dry cloth If the unit is particularly dirty clean it using a cloth soaked with water to which a small amount of mild liquid dish soap has been added and then wipe with a dry cloth Do not use products such as solvents thinner o
25. treble response Treble lt Emphasizes the left right speaker volume Balance Equalizes overall volume levels across all channels and external inputs On Off Al sound R Q Enhances audio response when listening to stereo On Off Surround Enhances bass sound and provides powerful sound On Off Bass boost e This setting will not function if off is set in Speaker output E Minimizes volume disparity after switching to external inputs Audio leveler Switch to Off when using external speakers On Off e Al sound Surround and Audio leveler do not work if Off is selected Speaker output The default setting is Digital for HDMI connection Digital input signal HOMI in Select audio input terminal when DVI cable is connected Analog audio input signal HDMI2 in Digital Component 1 Component 2 Video 1 Video 2 PC HDMIS in The TV can automatically turn On Off at the designated date and time p 38 Sleep Locks the channels and programs p 32 Displays SD card data p 18 19 e Displays subtitles Closed Caption p 36 e In AV mode the Audio menu and Setup menu give fewer options 25 26 How to Use Menu Functions Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture sound and other functions so that you can enjoy watching TV best suited for you E Press to exit from a menu screen EXIT E Press to return to the previous screen RETU
26. where they exit from the apparatus FCC STATEMENT This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device 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 harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation FCC Caution To assure continued compliance follow the attached installati
27. 7 Displays Closed Caption p 36 Off On Changes the station identifier p 35 Checks the signal strength if interference or freezing occurs on a digital image p 35 0198 Arenb punos ainjoid suon9uny NUS 8S 01 MOH e gt o lt D 5 O o 27 28 VIERA Link HDAVI Control gt Simultaneously control all Panasonic HDAVI Control equipped components using one button on one remote VIERA Link is a new name for EZ Sync Enjoy additional HDMI Inter Operability with Panasonic products which have HDAVI Control function This TV supports HDAVI Control 3 function Connections to the equipment DVD recorder DIGA HD Camcorder Player theatre RAM theater Amplifier etc with HDMI cables allow you to interface them automatically The equipment with HDAVI Control function enables the following operations e Automatic Input Switching p 29 e Power on link p 29 o Power off link p 29 o Default speakers p 29 e One touch theater playback p 29 o Speaker control p 31 The equipment with HDAVI Control 2 or more function enables the following operations o VIERA Link control only with the TV s remote control for HDAVI Control 2 or HDAVI Control 3 P 31 o Providing the setting information for HDAVI Control 3 p 29 e Automatic lip sync function for HDAVI Control 3 p 29 e Direct TV Recording for
28. 7 cm or more at the rear When using the pedestal keep the space between the bottom of the TV and the floor surface E When using the Plasma TV Be sure to disconnect all cables before moving the Plasma TV Moving the TV with its cables attached might damage the cables which in turn can cause fire or electric shock Disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet as a safety precaution before carrying out any cleaning Electric shocks can result if this is not done Clean the power cord plug regularly to prevent it from becoming dusty Built up dust on the power cord plug can increase humidity which might damage the insulation and cause fire Unplug the cord from the wall outlet and clean it with a dry cloth This Plasma TV radiates infrared rays therefore it may affect other infrared communication equipment Install your infrared sensor in a place away from direct or reflected light from your Plasma TV Do not climb up onto the television or use it as a step Young children should be made particularly aware of this caution O If the unit falls over or becomes damaged through misuse injury may result The TV will still consume some power as long as the power cord is inserted into the wall outlet To prevent Image retention the screen saver is automatically activated after a few minutes if no signals are sent or no operations are performed p 47 E Set up e Channel number and
29. 877 95 VIERA 1 877 958 4372 For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Puerto Rico Inc 787 750 4300 or fax 787 768 2910 On site service where applicable requires clear complete and easy access to the product by the authorized servicer and does not include removal or re installation of an installed product It is possible that certain on site repairs will not be completed on site but will require that the product or parts of the product at the servicer s discretion be removed for shop diagnosis and or repair and then returned Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions This Limited Warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage nor does it cover markings or retained images on the picture tube resulting from viewing fixed images including among other things letterbox pictures on standard 4 3 screen TV s or non expanded standard 4 3 pictures on wide screen TV s or onscreen data in a stationary and fixed location The Limited Warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in shipment or failures which are caused by products not supplied by the warrantor or failures which result from accidents misuse abuse neglect bug infestation mishandling misapplication alteration faulty installation set up adjustments misadjustment of consumer controls improper maintenance power line surge lightning damage modification or commercial use such as i
30. Analog eos service of Analog broadcasting a i v Digital primav y Information related to pictures Digital setting Appears at bottom of screen CC reset Textual information e The settings in Analog or Digital A OVET ENUE c depend on the broadcaster Digital The Digital Closed Caption menu lets you configure the way you choose to view the digital captioning Select the setting Displa o Primary Second Service 3 Service oee 4 Service 5 Service 6 Caption E To make more in depth display settings in digital programs Select Digital setting and press OK Select the item and set Digital setting Oselect Size Text size N e Font Text font Si Aut ti NO r esei e Style Text style Raised Depressed etc Font Automatic e Foreground Color of text O Fore opacity Opacity of text Foreground ERE Background Color of text box _ Automatic e Back opacity Opacity of text box A Automatic e Outline Outline color of text Back opacity Automatic Identify the setting options on the screen Outline Automatic Style Automatic v E To reset the settings Select CC reset and press OK Input Labels Monitor Out Display menu and select Setup MENU Menu EN next G gt EENT lt amp A Lock select a SD card cc Select External devices Setup ATA Po Onext Surf mode Language y
31. DING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IN NO EVENT WILL PANASONIC CANADA INC BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES In certain instances some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or the exclusion of implied warranties so the above limitations and exclusions may not be applicable In home service requires clear complete and easy access to the product by the Authorized Servicentre and does not include removal or re installation of an installed product If removal is required to service the product it will be at the discretion of the Servicentre and in no event will Panasonic Canada Inc or the Servicentre be liable for any special indirect or consequential damages WARRANTY SERVICE For product operation and information assistance please contact Our Customer Care Centre 1 800 1 866 330 0014 Email link www vieraconcierge ca FOR PRODUCT REPAIRS please contact Viera Customer Care Agent using the above contact info IF YOU SHIP THE PRODUCT TO A SERVICENTRE Carefully pack and send prepaid adequately insured and preferably in the original carton Include details of the defect claimed and proof of date of original purchase Note O Limited Warranty for Canada FAQs etc LO Customer s Record The model number and serial number of this product can be found on its back cover You should no
32. DMI cable Perera lt HDMI Ei AUDIO A HDMI HDMI IN AVOUT 49 AV OUT C A 6 RI IES Home theater systems HD Camcorder DVD recorder DIGA AV amp with VIERA DVD recorder DIGA with VIERA Link function with VIERA Link with VIERA Link function Link function with VIERA Link function function e One AV amp and one DVD recorder DIGA can be operated with this unit O Be sure to connect the AV amp between this unit and the DVD recorder DIGA E Setting of this unit after connection After making connections as shown above set VIERA Link under VIERA Link setting to On using the Setup menu p 21 26 27 e Individual HDMI equipment may require additional menu settings specific to each model Please refer to their respective operating instruction manuals e When audio from other equipment connected to this unit via HDMI is output using DIGITAL AUDIO OUT of this unit the system switches to 2CH audio When connecting to an AV amp via HDMI you can enjoy higher sound quality e About HDMI cable for connecting Panasonic HD camcorder read the manual of the equipment 40 Ratings List for Lock V chip technology enables you to lock channels or shows according to standard ratings set by the entertainment industry p 33 E U S MOVIE RATINGS MPAA NO RATING NOT RATED AND NA NOT APPLICABLE PROGRAMS Movie which has not been
33. N SITE SERVICE CALL WHERE APPLICABLE WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY Customer Services Directory tor u s a Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance locate your nearest Dealer or Service Center purchase Parts and Accessories or make Customer Service and Literature requests by visiting our Web Site at http www panasonic com help or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo You may also contact us directly at 1 877 95 VIERA 958 4372 Monday Friday 9 am 9 pm Saturday Sunday 10 am 7 pm EST Mi 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 pstc 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 9 pm EST Panasonic Service and Technology Company 20421 84th Avenue South Kent WA 98032 We Accept Visa MasterCard Discover Card American Express and Personal Checks WFor hearing or speech impaired TTY users TTY 1 866 605 1277 Service in Puerto Rico Panasonic Puerto Rico Inc Ave 65 de Infanteria Km 9 5 San Gabriel Industrial Park Carolina Puerto Rico 00985 Phone 787 750 4300 Fax 787 768 2910 N 101 J0J9911G Sama
34. Normal or Warm red color Cool Normal Warm Color temp ye On Enhances green and blue color reproduction especially outdoor scenes On Off Color mgmt 2 2 Auto Provide the appropriate picture when images corresponding to x v Color are input via the HDMI ca input of this TV Off Auto XU Color ad Adjusts vertical alignment and size when aspect setting is ZOOM p 42 Zoom adjust an S Sets PC display p 22 O Reduces noise commonly called snow Leave it off when receiving a strong signal Off On Video NR a Minimizes noise and cross color in the picture On Off 3D Y C filter Q E Selects image resolution of component connected devices HD SD v a e SD Standard Definition HD High Definition Color matrix D e Only 480p signal accepted regular TV NTSC is not available O Reduces noise of specific digital signals of DVD STB etc On Off MPEG NR gt o Selects Dark or Light Valid only for external input signals Dark Light Black level Light Selects between 95 Size 1 or 100 Size 2 for the scanning area with High definition signal Size 1 Size 2 Select Size 1 if noise is generated on the edges of the screen e Size 1 Selected item for HD size Scanning 95 e Size 2 Selected item for HD size Scanning 100 Resets Bass Treble and Balance adjustments to factory default settings HD size Increases or decreases the bass response Bass iS Increases or decreases the
35. RN Display menu e Displays the functions that can be set varies according to the input signal Select Setup Menu VIERA Link Picture Y Audio Timer fi Lock E SD card cc Select the item Setup Surf mode Oo m Language Clock Program channel External devices Anti image retention sO ky next CSS select Display Sub Menu SUB MENU Setup SUB MENU Surf mode an Set favorite cc Off Caption select Signal meter k Oselect E Menu list Clock Program channel S9INMP PUJ9X3 Input labels Monitor out uonuajas afew nuy Pixel orbiter Time Side bar Scrolling bar uas yur VEIA VIERA Link Power off link Power on link Default speakers dnjes pooueapy Auto power on No signal shut off No action shut off Play SD card automatically About Reset Select the item H Sub menu list Surf mode Set favorite cc Caption select Signal meter Continued Adjustments Configurations alternatives Sets the mode to select the channel with Channel up down button All Favorite Digital only Analog only e Favorite Only channels registered as FAVORITE p 17 Selects the screen menu language p 14 Adjusts the clock p 14 Surf mode Language Clock Sets channels p 34 Program channel Selects the terminal and label of the e
36. SDTV data broadcasting multi channel surround sound audio and interactive television AC 120 V 60 Hz Cable TV AC Cord Connect after all the other connections have been made ANTENNA Hom an terminal Cable In HDMI 1 HDMI 2 ANTIN ANT OUT Cable Box Cable e You need to subscribe to a cable TV service to enjoy viewing their programming e f using a Cable Box set the TV channel to CH3 or CH4 for regular cable e You can enjoy high definition programming by subscribing to a high definition cable Service The connection for high definition can be done with the use of HDMI or Component Video cable p 12 e To view high definition programming select the correct video input p 20 e Not all cables and external equipment shown in this book are supplied with the TV e For the details of the external equipment s connections please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment e When disconnecting the power cord be absolutely sure to disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet first O For additional assistance visit us at www panasonic com www panasonic ca O e x 102 mp a l0ssad9y euondo salossenoy e A euuajuy UONDBUUOD ISP e 10 Basic Connection continued DEC Connecting DVD recorder AV Equipment VHF UHF Antenna e Y DVD Recorder or VCR
37. Surf mode Dan G Set favorite 2 Setup SUB MENU cc Off Surf mode yk Set favorite All a ACE ok cc Off 1 FAVORITE Favorite channels 1 3 Caption select Signal meter select O A O 5 O lt Caption select 2 Signal meter select Press A Y or a Numbered key 1 9 T4 and 0 to highlight a channel on the the list with the number button will e Press FAVORITE repeatedly to display the channel directly change between pages 1 3 2 3 list D e Selecting a channel number from v gt 3 3 or exit 3 CAN Press OK to display the highlighted ok channel 3 select Press A Vto highlight a position on b 5 yh the list Then press OK to save the displayed channel in that position Set favorite We You can also use the NUMBER M261 buttons 1 9 and 0 to select a list number 1 9 and 0 By doing 2 so the displayed channel will be 13 saved on that list number without a pressing OK e To delete a favorite channel A saved channel can be removed from the list by holding down OK while its position is highlighted e To change the page Pressing lt changes the page backward Pressing gt changes the page forward 1 7 18 Viewing from SD Card You can view photos taken with a digital camera or digital video camera and saved on an SD card Media other than SD Cards may not be reproduced properly Photo viewer Insert the SD card and select Play SD card
38. a themes sexual content strong language and more intense violence Q Q LS a e L S V all selected 5L E ee ati Mature audiences only This program may contain mature themes oo TV MA s Any emma coo profane language graphic violence and explicit sexual content a Q FV Fantasy Cartoon Violence V Violence S Sex L Offensive Language D Dialogue with sexual content E CANADIAN ENGLISH RATINGS C E L R E Exempt Exempt programming includes news sports documentaries and other information programming talk shows music videos and variety programming C Programming intended for children under age 8 No offensive language nudity or sexual content gt C8 Programming generally considered acceptable for children 8 years and over No profanity nudity or sexual content Q G General programming suitable for all audiences lt PG Parental Guidance suggested Some material may not be suitable for children Q 144 Programming contains themes or content which may not be suitable for viewers under the age of 14 Parents are gt strongly cautioned to exercise discretion in permitting viewing by pre teens and early teens le 18 18 years old Programming restricted to adults Contains constant violence or scenes of extreme violence Di E CANADIAN FRENCH RATINGS C F L R E Exempt Exempt programming G General Programming intended for audience of all ages Contains no violence or the violence
39. aiii 41 Technical Information e rrrrererrrrrrrennnnnnnnos 42 FAO arar 46 O Care and Cleaning o dns 48 Oo Specifications A iia id 49 O Limited Warranty for U S A sree 50 O Customer Services Directory for U S A 51 O Limited Warranty for Canada seere 52 Q5 ex Q o Y y ak peoueApy Safety Precautions CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK The lightning flash with arrowhead 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 DO NOT OPEN 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 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 vase cups cosmetics etc above the set including on shelves above etc Important Safety Instructions 1 Read these instructions 11 Only use attachments accessories specified by the 2 Keep these instructions manufacturer 3 Heed all warnings 12 Use only with the cart stand tripod 4 Follow all instructions bracket or table specified by the 5 Do not use this apparatus near water manufactu
40. amcorder lo ll fr Ta O Set Top Box E S000 Amplifier Home theater system DVD player Blu ray Disc player DVD recorder Blu ray Disc recorder ENERGY STAR Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories DOLBY and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories EZ Sync EZ Sync is a trademark of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co Ltd Contents Please read before using the unit O Safety Precautions e errmerrenanarinancarananss 4 Notes einsidan aasan 5 Quick Start Guide Accessories Optional Accessory 6 O Basic Connection s sess 9 o Identifying Sofia G sonasanasonanananonasooe 13 O First Time Setup ACTAS cata 14 Enjoy your TV Basic Features O Watching TN deve ants Paterna tidy 16 O Viewing from SD Card eens 18 O Watching Videos and DVDS 1 ee 20 O Displaying PC Screen on TV ose 22 Advanced Features How to Use Menu Functions picture sound quality etc das 24 O VIERA Link HDAVI ControlW 28 O Lock eo eee eer eee 32 O Editing and Setting Channels 34 O Closed Caption A e 36 0 Input Labels Monitor Out erererrrrrrrennnnnnnnnos 37 0 Using A ee eer 38 O Recommended AV Connections e 39 FAQs etc e Ratings Listfor LOGK
41. ating manuals for the equipment Select On CN default is On hange pS Panasonic Select VIERA Link W VIERA Link setting D ez Displaying PC Screen on TV The screen of the PC connected to the unit can be displayed on the TV You can also listen to PC sound with the audio cable connected To connect PC p 39 Display the Input select menu TV VIDEO Input select TV G 12 Mervin AUX 13 Component 2 14 HDMI 1 5 WPF 6 HDMI3 Video 1 8 Video 2 9 ite Corresponding signals is p 45 Select PC Displays G PC screen TV A H To return to TV gt ED NA Panasonic TV EPC menu setting change as desired e Making settings How to Use Menu Functions to p 24 Menu lem Adjustments Configurations options Reset Resets PC adjust 0 H amp V The H and V sync signals are input from the HD VD connector p 45 Sync 0 On G Uses a synchronized signal on the Video G signal which is input from the G connector p 45 Alleviates the problem if a picture appears to be vertically striped flickers partially or is Dot clock blurred Adjusts the horizontal position O lt a ire H position ua gt O O Adjusts the vertical position A HET a a PC V position O Ol o O O di MH Moa a dd al 0 adjust t 1 Alleviates the problem if the whole picture appears to flicker or is blurred First adjust the D
42. content is minimal or is depicted appropriately 8 General Not recommended for young children Programming intended for a broad audience but contains light 8 ans or occasional violence Adult supervision recommended 13 ans 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 Programming may not be suitable for children under the age of 16 Contains frequent scenes of violence or intense 16 ans violence 18 ans Programming restricted to adults Contains constant violence or scenes of extreme violence e The V Chip system that is used in this set is capable of blocking NR programs non rated not applicable and none as 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 e Emergency Bulletins Such as EAS messages weather warnings and others e Locally originated programming News Political e Public Service Announcements Religious Sports e Weather 41 42 Technical Information Closed Caption CC e For viewing the CC of digital broadcasting set the aspect to FULL If viewing with H FILL JUST ZOOM or 4 3 characters might be cut off e The CC can be displayed on the TV if t
43. ct in materials or workmanship Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Puerto Rico Inc collectively referred to as the warrantor will for the length of the period indicated on the chart below which starts with the date of original purchase Limited Warranty period at its option either a repair your product with new or refurbished parts or b replace it with a new or a refurbished product The decision to repair or replace will be made by the warrantor GLASS PANEL ALL PARTS EXCEPT CATEGORIES GLASS PANEL OR CRT LABOR GLASS PANEL OR CRT PRTLAG R SERVICE PLASMA DISPLAY 1 ONE YEAR 1 ONE YEAR GLASS PANEL 2 TWO IE TWO 1 ONE YEAR ON SITE OR CARRY IN During the Labor Limited Warranty period there will be no charge for labor During the Parts Limited Warranty period there will be no charge for parts You must carry in your product or arrange for on site service during the Limited Warranty period If non rechargeable batteries are included they are not warranted This Limited Warranty only applies to products purchased and serviced in the United States or Puerto Rico This Limited Warranty is extended only to the original purchaser and only covers product purchased as new A purchase receipt or other proof of the original purchase date is required for Limited Warranty service On Site or Carry in Service For On Site or Carry In Service in the United States call 1
44. d is compatible with the conventional HDAVI equipment HDMI connection HDMI high definition multimedia interface allows you to enjoy high definition digital images and high quality sound by connecting the TV unit and the devices HDMI compatible equipment 1 with an HDMI or DVI output terminal such as a set top box or a DVD player can be connected to the HDMI connector using an HDMI compliant fully wired cable O HDMI is the world s first complete digital consumer AV interface complying with a non compression standard O f the external equipment has only a DVI output connect to the HDMI terminal via a DVI to HDMI adapter cable 2 O When the DVI to HDMI adapter cable is used connect the audio cable to the audio input terminal Audio settings can be made on the HDMI 1 in HDMI 2 in or HDMI 3 in menu screen p 24 Applicable audio signal sampling frequencies L PCM 48 kHz 44 1 kHz 32 kHz 41 The HDMI logo is displayed on an HDMI compliant device Caution 2 Enquire at your local digital equipment retailer shop O Use with a PC is not assumed O All signals are reformatted before being displayed on the screen O f the connected device has an aspect adjustment function set the aspect ratio to 16 9 O These HDMI connectors are type A O These HDMI connectors are compatible with HDCP High Bandwidth Digital Content Protection copyright protection O A device having no digital output term
45. elow E Press to exit from Reseloct Home e Unplug the TV and plug it again eee screen e Press and hold down the front POWER button Adjust the clock First time setup a GA next Language 4 ek gt select Auto program E Press to return to the previous screen RETURN e e To change setting Language Clock Auto program later go to Menu screen p 26 EN Year Select the year Month Select the month Y aia Day Select the day Hour Adjust the hour y Oselect item J a Minute Adjust the minute Go back to previous screen Panasonic TV E Press to exit from a menu screen EXIT Auto channel setup Select Auto program A First time setup k gt next Language gt 6 g Clock Auto program yx select Select ANT in Program channel n y set ANT in Cable g 5 Cable Cable TV Antenna Antenna Auto _ select e o O ues A9IND Select Auto Program channel next ANT in Cable lt x e A 5 select 4 Select scanning mode ALL channels Analog only Digital only A gt ok AR select Auto program dnjas au 18114 O ET moval hy Digital only Auto program Start scanning the channels Progress fae O Available channels analog digital are automatically set Number of analog channels 10 anette irik o All channels Scans digital and
46. f the ONE TOUCH PLAY key is pressed on the remote control for Panasonic Home Theater system the following sequence of operations is performed automatically Home Theater power switches On and playback begins TV power switches On and the playback screen is displayed Audio is muted on the TV and switches to the theater system The following information about the TV settings can be transmitted to each equipment Recorder Home theater Player that has HDAVI Control 3 function connected to a TV with HDMI piece of cable Home Transmittable data Recorder theater Player On Screen Display Language setting O O o English Espa ol Francais 2 Panel Aspect Ratio 16 9 fixed a z a Mode O Closed caption information SEUS 2 Digital setting O Input signal O O Channel Channel list O information Caption information O o There is a possibility that all the GUI language information might be set from equipment that has HDMI CEC function connected to TV with HDMI cable Depending on operating conditions or the specification for each piece of equipment the setting may or may not be applied O For details on the external equipment s operation please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment For Recorder e You cannot operate other functions while transmitting TV s information above except Power On Off key operation W
47. ges the 4 3 image io the entire screen Recommended for Letter Box e Zoom adjust Vertical image position and size can be adjusted in ZOOM Select Zoom adjust on the Picture menu p 24 25 V position Vertical position adjustment V size Vertical size adjustment e To reset the aspect ratio gt OK Data format for SD Card browsing Photo Still images recorded with digital still cameras compatible with JPEG files of DCF and EXIF standards Data format Baseline JPEG Sub sampling 4 4 4 4 2 2 or 4 2 0 Max number of files 9 999 Image resolution 160 x 120 to 10 000 000 DCF Design rule for camera file system A Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association s standard EXIF Exchangeable Image File Format O A JPEG image modified with a PC may not be displayed O Partly degraded files might be displayed at a reduced resolution O Folder structure viewed in PC DS DCIM Created automatically 9100_PANA 3 digit folder number 5 digit arbitrary characters spianaoes upg 4 digit arbitrary characters 4 digit file number P1000002 JPG O Usable characters 1 byte a to z Ato Z O to 9 and _ P1000003 JPG P1000004 JPG O The folder and file names may be different depending on the digital camera used O For the suitable SD Memory Cards please confirm the latest information on the fo
48. h any other type of optional accessories may cause instability which could result in the possibility of injury All of the following accessories are manufactured by Matsushita Electric Industrial Co Ltd e Wall hanging bracket Vertical TY WK42PV3U TY WK42PV4W e Wall hanging bracket Angled TY WK42PR3U TY WK42PR4W Always be sure to ask a qualified technician to carry out set up Two or more people are required to install and remove the television If two people are not present the television may be dropped and personal injury may result Transport only in upright position Transporting the unit with its display panel facing upright or downward may cause damage to the internal circuitry E AC Power Supply Cord The Plasma TV is designed to operate on 120 V AC 60 Hz Securely insert the power cord plug as far as it will go O If the plug is not fully inserted heat may be generated which could cause fire If the plug is damaged or the wall socket plate is loose they should not be used The included power cord is for use with this unit only Do not use any power cord other than that provided with this TV Doing so may cause fire or electric shocks Do not handle the power cord plug with wet hands Doing so may cause electric shocks Do not do anything that might damage the power cord When disconnecting the power cord hold the plug not the cord Do not make any modifications to place heavy objects on place nea
49. he channel A x select Apply OW To cancel the Edit Manual program Edit Apply Cancel Cannnel Caption Favorite Add OL gor Changes will be lost Continue ok Yes No returns to Program channel select Yes Check the signal strength if interference is found or freezing occurs on a digital image Signal meter g o OE o Signal strength o y ok Current Signal intensity Peak level channel lt G change O f the signal is weak check the antenna If no problem is found consult your local dealer o Not available if Cable is selected in ANT in see above o Available only for digital antenna channels o If Lock p 32 is activated and Program channel is selected Enter password will be displayed sjouuey Bumes pue Bunip3 e gt o lt Y 5 O o 35 Closed Caption Display menu MENU Select CC Menu a a pas VIERA Link k OPicture select dJ Audio Timer amp Lock E SD card cc E Press to exit from a menu screen EXIT amp Setup The television includes a built in decoder that is capable of providing a text display of the audio The program being viewed must be transmitting Closed Caption CC information p 42 E Select the item and set cc Say Oselect Select On when not using select Off Mode On 5 Oset Choose the Closed Caption
50. he receiver such as a set top box or satellite receiver has the CC set On using the Component or HDMI connection to the TV e f the CC is set to On on both the receiver and TV when the signal is 480i except for the HDMI connection the CC may overlap on the TV e f a digital program is being output in analog format the CC data will also be output in analog format e f the recorder or output monitor is connected to the TV the CC needs to be set up on the recorder or output monitor Aspect Ratio FORMAT Press the FORMAT button to cycle through the aspect modes This lets you choose the aspect depending on the format of the received signal and your preference p 17 e g in case of 4 3 image e FULL e JUST k 4 IL k i6 4 _ 16 O O O O O 3 my 9 O O Q O i O OM Enlarges the 4 3 image horizontally to the screen s side edges Stretches to justify the 4 3 image to the four corners Recommended for anamorphic picture screen Recommended for normal TV broadcast 4 3 Side bar Enlarges the 4 3 image horizontally to the screen s side edges Standard The side edges of the image are cut off Note that Image retention of the side bar may occur from displaying it for a long time e ZOOM 4 16 O O 480i 4 3 480i 16 9 480p 4 3 480p 16 9 FULL JUST 4 3 or ZOOM 3 9 e 1080p 1080i 720p FULL H FILL JUST 4 3 or ZOOM O O A Enlar
51. hen you turn off this unit the transmission will be interrupted only when you are transmitting Channel information Minimizes lip sync delays between the picture and audio when you connect to a Panasonic theater system or Amplifier Ww lOAJUOD IAVGHs nU VESIA O gt o lt D gt O o 29 30 VIERA Link HDAVI Control You can enjoy more convenient operation with the HDAVI Control function in the VIERA Link menu For more details on the of HDAVI Control function refer to p 28 VIESA or MENU Select the item VIESA Link Record now Stop recording VIERA Link control Recorder Speaker output TV Panasonic TV E Press to exit from a menu screen Select EXIT OS Record now Stop recording VIERA Link control E Press to return to the previous screen RETURN 4 Home theater Speaker output TV O Display VIERA Link menu gq Speaker control Menu VIERA Link OPicture dJ Audio Timer 8 Lock i SD card VIERA Link Control only with the TV s remote control 2 select gt y X Oset or next for HDAVI Control 2 or HDAVI Control 3 Direct TV Recording for HDAVI Control 3 Continued You can select Home theater or TV speakers for audio output Control theater speakers with the TV s remote control This function is available only when Panasonic Amplifier
52. id l 3 AUDIO L R RCA PIN Type x 2 0 5 V rms oO Q TYPE A Connector x 3 o Bii e This TV supports HDAVI Control 3 function a D SUB 15PIN R G B 0 7 V p p 75 Q PC HD VD 1 0 5 0 V p p high impedance 5 AUDIO L R Stereo Mini Jack 3 5 mm x 1 F Card slot SD CARD slot x 1 VIDEO RCA PIN Type x1 1 0 V p p 75 Q Pa AES ONY AUDIOL R RCAPIN Type x2 0 5 V rms DIGITAL AUDIO OUT PCM Dolby Digital Fiber Optic 3D Y C FILTER FEATURES CLOSED CAPTION V Chip Photo viewer HDAVI Control 3 Y h 44 3 x 31 6 x 15 3 3 Including pedestal 1 124 mm x 800 5 mm x 387 mm aE 44 3 x 29 4 x 3 7 33 TV Set only 1 124 mm x 746 5 mm x 92 5 mm Including pedestal 79 4 lb 36 0 kg amp TV Set only 75 0 lb 34 0 kg TH C46FD18 44 3 1 124 mm 3 7 92 5 mm 18 0 Z ass mm 15 3 387 mm o Design and Specifications are subject to change without notice Mass and Dimensions shown are approximate Buluea pue ale e suoneaoads e 49 50 Limited Warranty tor u s a PANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY PANASONIC SALES COMPANY DIVISION OF DIVISION OF PANASONIC CORPORATION OF NORTH AMERICA PANASONIC PUERTO RICO INC One Panasonic Way Ave 65 de Infanteria Km 9 5 Secaucus New Jersey 07094 San Gabriel Industrial Park Carolina Puerto Rico 00985 Panasonic Color Television Limited Warranty Limited Warranty Coverage If your product does not work properly because of a defe
53. igital television tuner so it should receive digital over the air TV programming with a suitable antenna after the end of full power analog TV broadcasting in the United States as required by law on February 17 2009 Some older television receivers if they rely on a TV antenna will need a TV Converter to receive over the air digital programming but should continue to work as before for other purposes e g for watching low power TV stations still broadcasting in analog watching pre recorded movies or playing video games When a Converter is used with an older television receiver a signal splitter might be necessary to continue to receive low power analog broadcasts via an antenna For more information please see www DTV gov For information on the TV Converter program and on government coupons that may be used toward the purchase of one see www dtv2009 gov or call the NTIA at 1 888 DTV 2009 Please check with your cable or satellite service provider if you have questions about your cable or satellite set top box S HDAVI Control TM GalleryPlayer GalleryPlayer and the HDAVI Control is a trademark of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co Ltd SDHC Logo is a trademark GalleryPlayer Logo are trademarks of GalleryPlayer Inc tray VIESA Link HIGH DEFINITION MULTIMEDIA INTERFACE FEMI te HENI ea ele ll MOM Lana uc VIERA Link is a trademark of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co Ltd card C
54. inal may be connected to the input terminal of either COMPONENT S VIDEO or VIDEO to receive analog signals O The HDMI input terminal can be used with only the following image signals 480i 480p 720p 1080i and 1080p Match the output setting of the digital device For details of the applicable HDMI signals see below DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminals You can enjoy your home theater by connecting a Dolby Digital 5 1 channel decoder and Multi Channel amplifier to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminals 0 Depending on your DVD player and DVD Audio software the copyright protection function may operate and disable optical output O External speakers cannot be connected directly to PROG OUT terminals When an ATSC channel is selected the output from the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack will be Dolby Digital When an NTSC channel is selected the output will be PCM See pages 39 40 for more information O Vivid Provides enhanced picture contrast and sharpness for viewing in a well lit room O Standard Recommended for normal viewing conditions with subdued room lighting O Cinema For watching movies in a darkened room It provides a soft film like picture O Game For playing video game This mode will be set automatically if GAME is selected from Input label setting p 37 Custom Photo Customizes each item according to your taste Photo is displayed in JPEG menu O Picture mode will be automatically set to Standard
55. llowing website http panasonic co jp pavc global cs This site is in English only Cautions in handling SD Card Do not remove the card while the unit is accessing data this can damage card or unit Do not touch the terminals on the back of the card Do not subject the card to high pressure or impact Insert the card in the correct direction otherwise card may be damaged O Electrical interference static electricity or erroneous operation may damage the data or card Back up the recorded data at regular intervals in case of deteriorated or damaged data or erratic operation of the unit Panasonic is not liable for any deterioration or damage of recorded data SD Card warning messages Is SD card in p O The card is not inserted p gt The card has no data or this type of data is not supported z The file is broken or unreadable Cannot read file gt O The TV does not support the format UOIEWUOJU eo1uyoa e GalleryPlayer warning messages O There is a problem with your TV decoder Cannot display image due to O If this message appears please contact Panasonic Service Center for incorrect ID data assistance Refer to page 51 Customer Services Directory page 50 52 Limited Warranty z F O There is a problem with the data Cannot display image on SD card gt Check the data inside the SD card Viewing from a GalleryPlayer SD Card You can view high definition ar
56. menu p 24 and volume sound is produced e Check the AV cable connections p 9 12 e Check that the correct input has been selected p 20 O Are the speakers cables connected correctly p 39 o Is Sound Mute active p 13 O Is the volume set to the minimum No sound is produced o Is Speaker output set to Off p 24 e Change SAP settings p 16 e Check HDMI 1 in HDMI 2 in or HDMI 3 in settings p 24 suonsano peysy puanbaly e o Set SAP setting to Stereo or Mono e Check the HDMI device connected to the unit A Oo Set the audio setting of the HDMI device to Sound is unusual Linear PCM e If digital sound connection has a problem select analog sound connection 919 SO VJ Whirring sound is e The sound is from built in cooling fan heard not a sign of faulty operation o Even when the temperature of parts of the front top and Parts of the TV set rear panels has risen these temperature rises will not become hot pose any problems in terms of performance or quality 48 Care and Cleaning First unplug the Power cord plug from the wall outlet DOTE EU The front of the display panel has been specially treated Wipe the panel surface gently using only a cleaning cloth or a soft lint free cloth O f the surface is particularly dirty soak a soft lint free cloth in diluted mild liquid dish soap 1 part mild liquid dish soap diluted by 100
57. n a hotel office restaurant or other business rental use of the product service by anyone other than a Factory Service Center or other Authorized Servicer or damage that is attributable to acts of God THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY As examples this excludes damages for lost time cost of having someone remove or re install an installed unit if applicable or travel to and from the servicer The items listed are not exclusive but are for illustration only ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE LIMITED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied Limited Warranty lasts so the exclusions may not apply to you This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have others rights which vary from state to state If a problem with this product develops during or after the Limited Warranty period you may contact your dealer or Service Center If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction then write to the warrantor s Consumer Affairs Department at the addresses listed for the warrantor PARTS AND SERVICE INCLUDING COST OF AN O
58. n p 37 O For front input terminals HDMI 3 Video 2 GAME input label is set as default naa ao TN Picture mode is set to Game refer to p 44 VIDEO s gt O For more details for picture mode setting refer to p 44 For Input label refer to p 37 Operate the connected equipment using the remote control supplied with the equipment O For details see the manual for the connected equipment VIERA Link Setting If you connect equipment that has HDAVI Control function to a TV with HDMI cable you can use more convenient functions Please refer to p 28 31 Before using these functions you need to set VIERA Link setting to On as shown below Display menu f MENU Select Setup Menu Oselect VIERA Link N ex gt l Lock m ara al SD card cc Select VIERA Link setting Setup 2 2 EN eS VIERA Link setting R Advanced setup next VIERA Link MT Y ES gt Power offlink Set s E Press to exit from a menu screen EXIT Power on link Set Default speakers TV O v 3 gt O lt a D O a a U lt g D 21 E Press to return to the previous screen x RETURN Now you can set each VIERA Link function according to your preference p 28 31 O f no HDMI equipment is connected or standard HDMI equipment non VIERA Link is used set it to Off O For the details on the external equipment s connections please refer to the oper
59. ness 0 example Picture menu E Menu list Record now Stop recording VIERA Link control Speaker output yu VHJ Reset Picture mode Picture Brightness Color Tint Sharpness Color temp Color mgmt x v Color Zoom adjust PC adjust Video NR 3D Y C filter Color matrix MPEG NR Black level gt a lt o 3 o 1 a 2 O r o HD size Reset Bass Treble Balance Al sound Surround Bass boost Audio leveler Speaker output olpne pasuenpy HDMI 1 in HDMI 2 in HDMI 3 in MEA Sleep Timer 1 5 Adjustments Configurations alternatives Record now Stop recording Records programs on the recorder immediately with the TV s remote control p 30 31 VIERA Link control Selects equipment to access and operate Recorder Home theater Player Camcorder p 30 31 Speaker output Selects an audio output Home theater TV p 30 31 ii e VIERA Link menu is accessible directly by pressing the VIERA Link button on the remote control p 30 Resets all picture adjustments to factory default settings except for Advanced picture Basic picture mode Vivid Standard Cinema Game Custom p 44 Adjusts color brightness etc for each picture mode to suit your taste Picture 20 ess E ER 0 100 Tint 50 50 e Selects a choice of Cool blue
60. o track 1 of 2 ao e Analog mode Press SAP to select the desired audio mode e Each press of SAP will change the audio mode Stereo SAP Mono E Press SUB MENU to show sub menu screen p 26 This menu consists of shortcuts to convenient functions Setup SUB MENU Display the SUB MENU Set favorite ele Caption select Signal meter E Displays or removes the channel banner INFO Channel Information 15 2 THE NEWS 12 30 PM Recall ABC HD cc SAP TV G 1080i Standard 4 3 30 Station SAP Signal Picture Sleep timer identifier indication resolution mode remaining time Closed caption Rating Level Aspect ratio E Press FORMAT to cycle through the aspect modes p 42 FORMAT LA 4 G 480i 480p FULL JUST 4 3 ZOOM e 1080p 1080i 720p FULL H FILL JUST 4 3 ZOOM Call up pe M FAVORITE a favorite Channel numbers registered in Favorite are displayed on the favorite tune screen Select the desired broadcast station with the cursor or use number channel G buttons see below o Reselect Cable or Antenna in ANT in of Program channel to switch the signal reception between cable TV and antenna p 15 35 e The channel number and volume level remain the same even after the TV is turned off Favorite Feature Set Favorite Feature Use Favorite Feature Press FAVORITE e Press FAVORITE repeatedly to change between pages 1 3 2 3 3 3 or exit 4 Display the SUB MENU MENU
61. on instructions and use only shielded interface cables when connecting to computer or peripheral devices Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Panasonic Corp of North America could void the user s authority to operate this device FCC Declaration of Conformity Model No TH C46FD18 Responsible Party Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way Secaucus NJ 07094 Contact Source Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company 1 877 95 VIERA 958 4372 email consumerproducts panasonic com CANADIAN NOTICE For Model TH C46FD18 This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 WARNING CAUTION N WARNING Small parts can present choking hazard if accidentally swallowed Keep small parts away from young children discard unneeded small parts and other objects including packaging materials and plastic bags sheets to prevent them from being played with by young children creating the potential risk of suffocation E Set up Do not place the Plasma TV on sloped or unstable surfaces The Plasma TV may fall off or tip over Do not place any objects on top of the Plasma TV O If water spills onto the Plasma TV or foreign objects get inside it a short circuit may occur which could result in fire or electric shock If any foreign objects get inside the Plasma TV please consult an Authorized Service Center This Plasma TV is for use only with the following optional accessories Use wit
62. opauuo dseg e Channel up down Volume up down Displays or removes the channel Changes aspect ratio p 17 banner p 16 Sound mute On Off Operates the Favorite channel list Numeric keypad to select any function p 17 channel p 16 or press to enter alphanumeric input in menus p 20 32 34 38 Switches to previously viewed channel l Direct channel access for DTV and or input modes DBS p 16 Panasonic TV 13 14 First Time Setup First time setup is displayed only when the TV is turned on for the first time after the power cord is inserted into a wall outlet and when Auto power on p 26 27 is set to No Turn the TV On with the POWER button NN POWER E 8 TV Remote This setting will be skipped next time if you select Home Select your language Language lt a select Espa ol Fran ais lt 9 ok Be sure to select Home Please select your viewing environment ha Y O select CEC Sor y m Bok O Please confirm your selection Home before pressing OK button If you select Store by mistake in confirmation screen will be displayed You are selecting the mode for store demonstration lt a O select Yes Cc AQ DL ook e Select No and return to previous screen O If you select Yes Screen enters store demonstration mode Displays Please select your viewing environment screen once again as shown b
63. or Player theater is connected Select Speaker output 2 Select Home theater or TV VIESA Link Record now select lt Did y Stop recording VIERA Link control Recorder Speaker output S y M Home theater Adjustment for equipment Volume up down Mute gt ques e The sound of the TV is muted e When the equipment is turned off the TV speakers take over o Selecting Home theater turns the equipment on automatically if it is in standby mode ETV The TV speakers are on In the VIERA Link menu you can select HDMI connected equipment and access it quickly Continue using your TV s remote control to operate the equipment pointing it at the TV Select VIERA Link Control 2 Select the equipment you want to access Recorder Home theater Player Camcorder VIESA Link kD select Record now lt lt a Stop recording VIERA Link control Recorder Speaker output TV You can select available items only 3 Operate the equipment with the TV s remote control pointing it at the TV o To operate the equipment read the manual for the equipment E Available TV s remote control buttons HO Move the cursor Select ox Set Access RETURN Return to the previous menu NL Display the Functions menu on the equipment x e s Available when the purpose of the keys is 6880 displayed on screen Records the current p
64. ot Clock to get the best possible picture then adjust the Clock Phase so that a clear picture appears Clock phase It may not be possible to display a clear picture due to poor input signals Hot Switches to wide display e olution 0 Input signal switched from VGA to WVGA Input signal switched from XGA to WXGA Displays the H Horizontal V Vertical frequencies H frequency Display range V frequency Horizontal 15 110 kHz Vertical 48 120 Hz e Audio menu p 24 e For PC input only audio signals can be output from PROG OUT terminals O Q 77 o D 3 O y O Ww Q O D 5 O 5 lt 23 24 How to Use Menu Functions Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture sound and other functions so that you can enjoy watching TV best suited for you Display menu MENU Q O Displays the functions that can be set varies depending on the input signal Select the menu Menu Y A Oselect VIERA Link gt cy Picture v dJ Audio Timer next A Lock a SD card cc amp Setup Select the item Picture Reset Picture mode MVA E Picture 0 Panasonic TV Brightness 0 Color 0 Tint 0 Sharpness 0 E Press to exit from a menu screen EXIT E Press to return O to the previous screen RETURN example Picture menu Adjust or select Picture Reset Picture mode MAT y abel Picture 0 Brightness 0 Color 0 Tint 0 Sharp
65. other logos o Image displayed in 4 3 mode e SD Card photo e Video game Do not place the unit where it s exposed to sunlight or other bright light including reflections O Use of some types of fluorescent lighting may reduce the remote control s transmission range e Computer image Accessories Optional Accessory Accessories M Check you have all the items shown Accessories Remote Control Batteries for the Cable clamper Transmitter gt Remote Control o N2QAYB000221 PS Transmitter 2 O AA Battery Pedestal H a e TBLX0037 ow to assemble p 7 4 Operating Instructions Product Registration Card U S A Quick Setup Guide Customer Care Plan Card U S A For viewing HD programming Optional Accessory In order to maintain the TV s performance and safety be absolutely sure to ask your dealer or a licensed contractor to secure the wall hanging brackets O Carefully read the instructions accompanying the plasma TV stand or pedestal and be absolutely sure to take steps to prevent the TV from tipping over Wall hanging bracket e Handle the TV carefully during installation since vertical angle subjecting it to impact or other forces may cause o TY WK42PV3U o TY WK42PR3U its panel to crack o TY WK42PV4W o TY WK42PR4W Installing the remote s batteries 0 Incorrect installation may cause battery
66. power on is set p 38 To conserve energy the TV automatically turns off when NO SIGNAL and NO OPERATION is performed for more than 10 minutes Set No Note e Not in use when setting Auto power on On Off Timer Lock SD Mode or Digital channel e No signal shut off was activated will be displayed for about 10 seconds when the TV is turned on for the first time after turning the power off by No signal shut off e The on screen display will flash 3 2 and 1 to indicate the last three 3 remaining minutes prior to the shut off To conserve energy the TV automatically turns off when no operation of remote or Front panel key continues for more than 3 hours No Set Note e Not in use when setting Auto power on On Off Timer or PC input display e No action shut off was activated will be displayed for about 10 seconds when the TV is turned on for the first time after turning the power off by No action shut off e The on screen display will flash 3 2 and 1 to indicate the last three 3 remaining minutes prior to the shut off Set On to play back SD cards automatically On Off Displays TV version and software license Performing Reset will clear all items set with Setup such as channel settings p 34 Adjustments Configurations alternatives Sets the mode to select the channel with Channel up down button All Favorite Digital only Analog only Sets favorite channels p 1
67. r hot objects heat bend twist or forcefully pull the power cord Doing so may cause damage to the power cord which can cause fire or electric shock If damage to the cord is suspected have it repaired at an Authorized Service Center Notes E Do not display a still picture for a long time This causes the image to remain on the plasma screen Image retention This is not considered a malfunction and is not covered by the warranty Typical still images E If problems occur during use If a problem occurs such as no picture or no sound or if smoke or an abnormal odor is detected from the Plasma TV unplug the power cord immediately Continued use of the TV under these conditions might cause fire or permanent damage to the unit Have the TV evaluated at an Authorized Service Center Servicing of the TV by any unauthorized personnel is strongly discouraged due to its high voltage dangerous nature If water or foreign objects get inside the Plasma TV if the Plasma TV is dropped or if the cabinet becomes damaged disconnect the power cord plug immediately Ashort may occur which could cause fire Contact an Authorized Service Center for any repairs that need to be made ZN CAUTION Do not cover the ventilation holes Doing so may cause the Plasma TV to overheat which can cause fire or damage to the Plasma TV Leave a space of 3 15 16 10 cm or more at the top left and right and 2 3 4
68. r household wax for cleaning as they can damage the surface coating If using a chemically treated cloth follow the instructions supplied with the cloth e Do not attach sticky tape or labels as they can make the surface of the pedestal dirty Do not allow long term contact with rubber vinyl products or the like Doing so will cause deterioration Specifications TH C46FD18 Power Source AC 120 V 60 Hz SS Maximum 628 W 22 3 E Standby condition 0 2 W gu Drive method AC type 22 Aspect Ratio 16 9 Visible screen size 46 class 46 0 inches measured diagonally E E W x H x Diagonal 40 1 x 22 5 x 46 0 gt A 1 019 mm x 573 mm x 1 169 mm lt No of pixels 2 073 600 1 920 W x 1 080 H 5 760 x 1 080 dots 4 S Audio Output 20 W 10 W 10 W 10 THD Qa VGA SVGA XGA WXGA SXGA PC signals Horizontal scanning frequency 31 69 kHz Vertical scanning frequency 59 86 Hz Channel Capability Digital Analog VHF UHF 2 69 CATV 1 135 a reg Temperature 32 F 104 F 0 C 40 C Operating Conditions Humidity 20 80 RH non condensing VIDEO RCA PIN Type x 1 1 0 V p p 75 Q VIDEO IN 1 2 S VIDEO Mini DIN 4 pin Y 1 0 V p p 75Q C 0 286 V p p 75 Q AUDIO L R RCA PIN Type x 2 0 5 V rms Y 1 0 V p p including synchronization ES NENT B PR 10 35 ES c
69. rated or where NR rating does not apply G GENERAL AUDIENCES All ages admitted PG 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 E U S TV PROGRAMS RATINGS U S TV 0 Age based Age based Possible Content inti BS Group Ratings Selections SEBS Sel T NR e Viewable O Not Rated TV NR o Blocked Not Rated 3 TV Y e Viewable All children The themes and elements in this program are specifically 3 e Blocked designed for a very young audience including children from ages 2 6 DO Youth e FV Blocked Directed to older children Themes and elements in this program may TV Y7 e Viewable include mild physical or comedic violence or may frighten children under QOD e Blocked the age of 7 o TV G e Viewable General audience It contains little or no violence no strong language gt 5 e Blocked and little or no sexual dialogue or situations ZO e D L S V all selected Parental guidance suggested The program may contain infrequent ls TV PG e Any combination of D coarse language limited violence some suggestive sexual dialogue and O T L S V situations Q a Guidance e D L S V all selected e A pa ticos Parents strongly cautioned This program may contain sophisticated 5 TV 14 Any ri qn
70. rer or sold with the e 6 Clean only with dry cloth apparatus When a cart is used 7 Do not block any ventilation openings Install in use caution when moving the cart As accordance with the manufacturer s instructions apparatus combination to avoid injury 8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators from tip over Se i heat registers stoves or other apparatus including 13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when amplifiers that produce heat unused for long periods of time _ gt 9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or 14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing grounding type plug A polarized plug has two blades with is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any one wider than the other A grounding type plug has two way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid blades and a third grounding prong The wide blade or the has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus third prong are provided for your safety If the provided the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does plug does not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for not operate normally or has been dropped replacement of the obsolete outlet 15 To prevent electric shock ensure the grounding pin on the 10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched AC cord power plug is securely connected particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point
71. rogram on the recorder immediately Select Record now x select VIENA Link As Record now 4 06 gt Stop recording y L Oset VIERA Link control Recorder Speaker output TV o For optimal recording the settings of the recorder might be required For details read the manual of the recorder Select Stop recording when you want to stop recording AS Oselect Record now s Stop recording Be oset VIERA Link control Recorder Speaker output TV e Recording will not stop automatically when the program is finished Ww lOAUOD JAWOHs MAUI Va lA O gt Q lt D gt O o 31 32 Lock You can lock specified channels or shows to prevent children from watching objectionable content Display menu MENU Select Lock Menu ES next Oselect VIERA Link O Picture J Audio Timer 3 SD card cc amp Setup Input your 4 digit password Create password Enter password Panasonic TV MW Press to exit from a menu screen EXIT Lock DN Mode im a Oset Channel Off Game Off _ select Program Off Change password Make a note of your password in case you forget it If you have forgotten your password consult your local dealer When you select a locked channel a message will be displayed that allows you to view the channel if you input your password Select the item Lock Mode C
72. s JOWOISND O W S N 404 Aquenemn paw e WS 51 52 Limited Warranty for Canada Panasonic Canada Inc PANASONIC PRODUCT LIMITED WARRANTY Panasonic Canada Inc warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to remedy any such defect for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase Plasma TV Monitor In home service One 1 year parts including Plasma Panel and labour LCD TV 26 in amp over In home service One 1 year parts including LCD Panel and labour In home Service will be carried out only to locations accessible by roads and within 50 km of an authorized Panasonic service facility LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS This warranty does not apply to products purchased outside Canada or to any product which has been improperly installed subjected to usage for which the product was not designed misused or abused damaged during shipping or which has been altered or repaired in any way that affects the reliability or detracts from the performance nor does it cover any product which is used commercially Dry cell batteries are also excluded from coverage under this warranty This warranty is extended to the original end user purchaser only A purchase receipt or other proof of date of original purchase is required before warranty service is performed THIS EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLU
73. t and photography purchased on or downloaded to an SD card GalleryPlayer provides pre loaded SD cards with copy protected imagery and images for download to your computer that can be saved on an SD card for display on your television gt O n L So GalleryPlayer images are available for a fee from GalleryPlayer Inc 43 44 Technical Information continueo HDMI connections to some Panasonic equipment allow you to interface automatically p 28 This function may not work normally depending on the equipment condition O The equipment can be operated by other remote controls with this function on even if TV is in Standby mode O Image or sound may not be available for the first few seconds when the playback starts Image or sound may not be available for the first few seconds when Input mode is switched Volume function will be displayed when adjusting the volume of the equipment O If you connect the same kind of equipment at once for example one DIGA to HDMI 1 another DIGA to HDMI 2 VIERA Link is available for the terminal with the smaller number O If you connect equipment that has more than HDAVI Control 2 or more function to the TV with HDMI cable the sound from DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal can be output as multi channel surround O HDAVI Control 3 is the newest standard current as of December 2007 for the HDAVI Control compatible equipment This standar
74. te 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 Anotaci n del cliente El modelo y el n mero de serie de este producto se encuentran en su panel posterior Deber anotarlos en el espacio provisto a continuaci n y guardar este manual m s el recibo de su compra como prueba permanente de su adquisici n para que le sirva de ayuda al identificarlo en el caso de que le sea sustra do o lo pierda y tambi n para disponer de los servicios que le ofrece la garant a Modelo N mero de serie Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way Secaucus New Jersey 07094 U S A Panasonic Puerto Rico Inc Panasonic Canada Inc Ave 65 de Infanteria Km 9 5 5770 Ambler Drive San Gabriel Industrial Park Mississauga Ontario Carolina Puerto Rico 00985 L4W 2T3 CANADA 2008 Panasonic Corporation of North America All Rights Reserved 2008 Panasonic Corporation of North America Todos los Derechos Reservados Printed in U S A Impreso en EE UU
75. to be locked according to TV ratings Select Mode and set to On J y Program lock 4 Mode yon Example of MPAA U S movie ratings Monitor out On T Eset NR __ No rating MPAA off G General Audience All ages admitted ha select PG Parental Guidance Suggested U S TV Off PG 13 Parents Strongly Cautioned Inappropriate for C E L R children under 13 C F L R R Restricted Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian 5 A NC 17 N 17 and under admitted e al 2 Select the rating category you wish x TETA A she to follow e To get more information p 41 Program lock ES next E To disable recording of the locked Mode program Monitor out gt Select Monitor out and set to On TA lect liaa selee Program lock S TV o CCE O dose Monitor out gt C F L R MPAA Off _ select MPAA U S movie ratings U S TV Off U S TV U S TV program ratings C E L R C E L R Canadian English ratings CELR C F L R Canadian French ratings p vuenpy E To change the password Lock In O select Change password and Mode Change press OK Channel Enter new password password 2 Input the new 4 digit password twice Game Program Change password Change password e This television is designed to support the Downloadable U S Region Rating System when available Available only in U S A e The Off rating is independent of
76. ustom Game Off Program Off Change password O You will be asked to enter your password each time you display the Lock menu A 4 digit code must be entered to view a blocked program or change rating settings e If it is your first time entering the password enter the password twice in order to register it Off Unlocks all the lock settings of Channel Game and Program All Locks all the inputs regardless of the lock settings of Channel Game and Program Custom Locks specified inputs of Channel Game and Program e Channel Game and Program will grey out unless Custom is selected in Mode E To select the channel or the rating of the program to be locked Select up to 7 1 7 channels to be blocked These channels will be blocked regardless of the program rating Select Mode and set to Custom Channel 2 Select channel to lock lock Channel lock select o To lock unlock all channels 5 Select Mode and set to All or Off Channel 1 3 V Channel2 4 a Oset All Locks all channels TEA Off Unlocks all channels Locks Channel 3 Channel 4 and external r select y inputs b On Locks Cera Select Game in O and set to On i Off Unlocks set E To set a rating level l Select the rating to be locked V chip technology enables restricted shows Y E r select
77. xternal equipment p 37 Component 1 Component 2 HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 Video 1 Video 2 To prevent howling and image oscillation stops output of the pictures and audio specified in this menu p 37 On Off Prevents Image retention with Wobbling Automatic Force e Automatic Shifts the display image automatically e Force Shifts the display image every 1 2 3 4 minutes according to what was set in the Time menu Pixel orbiter Sets the time for Pixel orbiter Force setting 1 2 3 4 Time Change the brightness of the side bar Off Dark Mid Bright 4 3 mode only e The recommended setting is Bright to prevent panel Image retention p 45 Side bar Press OK to start horizontal Scrolling on the screen p 45 Scrolling bar Controls equipment connected to HDMI terminals p 28 On Off o Power off link Power on link and Default speakers cannot be selected if Off is set VIERA Link Sets Power off link of HDMI connection equipment p 28 Set No Power off link Sets Power on link of HDMI connection equipment p 28 Set No Power on link Selects the default speakers p 28 TV Theater Default speakers Turns TV On automatically when the cable box or a connected device is turned On No Set The Sleep timer On Off timer and First time setup will not function if Auto

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