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1. VIESA Link s select e The number of equipment items that can be VIERA Link control 9 a ee connected is three for recorders and a total of Q Recorder gt O 9 three for Home theater Player Camcorder LUMIX Speaker output lt D TV Do O There is a limit to the number of HDMI You can select available items only connectors n1OHUOD IAVGHs wU VYSIA O Operate the equipment with the TV s remote control pointing it at the TV e To operate the equipment read the manual of the equipment gt E Available TV s remote control buttons S Whether an operation is available differs depending on the connected equipment 3 5 Move the cursor Select gt Play 2 o Set Access Stop Return to previous menu ED E Reverse Forward b SA E ia GB C Skip Reverse Forward A do Fiaa ha gal of the keys is Pause Exit ea Closed Caption a Channel Up Down C4 SAP Select Audio Mode UY E 0 9 E Select digital subchannel 37 Lock You can lock specified channels or shows to prevent children from watching objectionable content Display menu MENU MENU EXIT Select Lock next You will be asked to enter your ZA password each time you display VIERA Link the Lock menu O Picture gt 5 select dJ Audio Timer f SD card Closed Caption amp Setup Input your 4 digit password A 4 digit code must be entered to view a blocked program or
2. OK gt y Manual program x select Settings are made automatically Signal meter o 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 Edit O changing the channel display e Caption m Also use this to add or skip channels from the channel Edit CH caption i select 2 list manually 5 i Pe c 5 You can select a channel tuning mode Digital only oK j change or a Analog only in Channel surf mode p 31 D ar pr set next LO 2 Select Edit Pate Manual program beats o A o Caption 5 lt CDA Select or edit the station identifier a maximum 7 characters available Z next O Favorite Q lect o Select the item to be edited seee 5 Manual program gt O select the item 26 1 ok A a IEA to edit Caption 2 DY D Channel conten Favorite OK gt F avo ri te J Add next next Set favorite Select the number A e Add RETURN Favorite e Caption Press OK to select Yes add or No skip gt Caption Add Changes the station identifier a Move cursor to channel number Sapo o Favorite aa gt bana en Registers channel to Favorite Peat Eel A select o fe a i ree Channel Caption Favorite Add OK OPress OK to tune S to the channel R G Adds or skips channels Proceed to p a a o a
3. 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 E 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 CDHF15 4 9 ft 1 5 m RP CDHG15 4 9 ft 1 5 m RP CDHF30 9 8 ft 3 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 VIERA Link Connections Follow 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 34 37 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 Optional HDMI and or optical cables ar
4. PG Parental Guidance suggested Some material may not be suitable for children 14 Programming contains themes or content which may not be suitable for viewers under the age of 14 Parents are strongly cautioned to exercise discretion in permitting viewing by pre teens and early teens 18 18 years old Programming restricted to adults Contains constant violence or scenes of extreme violence E CANADIAN FRENCH RATINGS C F L R Exempt Exempt programming G General Programming intended for audience of all ages Contains no violence or the violence content is minimal or is depicted appropriately 8 General Not recommended for young children Programming intended for a broad audience but contains 8 ans light 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 16 ans Programming may not be suitable for children under the age of 16 Contains frequent scenes of violence or intense violence 18 ans Programming restricted to adults Contains constant violence or scenes of extreme violence 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
5. lt D 5 O gt o 3 nm U O y a 23 24 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 the input mode Input select Press corresponding NUMBER EH iv a button on the remote control to 2 Component 1 sio select the input of your choice 3 Mo o OF Select the input of your choice select then press OK oK e During the selection if no action MENE is taken for several seconds the example Input select menu disappears e The terminal and label of the Terminal Label connected equipment are at displayed To label each of the inputs example please refer to p 43 e The input label will be displayed on Input select screen if Input label is set on p 43 e For more details for Input label refer to p 43 Operate the connected equipment using the remote control supplied with the equipment Panasonic uy For details see the manual of the connected equipment E To return to TV INPUT an gt ER VIERA Link Setting If you connect equipment that has the HDAVI Control function to a TV using an HDMI cable you will find it easier to use Please refer to p 32 37 Before using these functions you need to set VIERA Link sett
6. to remain on either or both sides of the display field 7 j 7 To reduce the risk of such Image retention change the brightness of the side 4 3 bars Screen gt gt See pages 30 31 for more information Display The side bar may flash alternate black white depending on the picture Using Cinema mode will reduce such flashing See below Scrolling bar Scrolling bar To prevent Image retention scrolls white vertical bar from left to right on a black screen Scrolling bar 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 30 31 for more information gt Input signal that can be displayed Mark Applicable input signal for Component Y Pa PR HDMI and PC horizontal frequency kHz vertical frequency Hz COMPONENT HDMI PC 525 480 60i 15 73 59 94 525 480 60p 31 47 59 94 if E 750 720 60p 45 00 59 94 t 1 125 1 080 60i 33 75 59 94 di 1 125 1 080 60p 67 43 59 94 bi 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 y 640 x 400 70 31 47 70 08 i 640 x 480 60 31 47 59 94 Macintosh13 640 x 480 35 00 66 67 if 640 x 480 75 37 50 75 00 ES 852 x 480 60 31 47 59 94 i 800 x 600 60 37 88 60 32 5 800 x
7. 47 function p 20 I a Numeric keypad to select any channel p 19 or press to enter alphanumeric input in menus p 18 24 36 38 40 43 44 I I Y Switches to previously viewed channel or input modes Use for digital channels p 19 External equipment operations p 37 Panasonic TV 15 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 30 31 is set to No 1 Turn the TV On with the POWER button POWER E E TV Remote This setting will be skipped next time if you select Home Use Select your language W select Language NI ok English Espa ol Frangais Please select your viewing environment HomeUse Store Demonstration select Select Home Use when using this TV in your home ok O Please confirm your selection Home Use before pressing OK button H if you select Store Demonstration by mistake in confirmation screen will be displayed gt select You are selecting the mode for store demonstration If you select Yes the picture mode will regularly reset to Vivid and a Picture Refresh message will be displayed on the screen e Select No and return to previous screen O If you select Yes Screen enters store demonstration mode To di
8. Auto power on dnjas paoueapy Play SD card automatically About Reset to defaults MW Sub menu list Channel surf mode Set favorite Edit CH caption e nn o me 70 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 20 Selects the screen menu language p 16 anguage Adjusts the clock p 17 Clock Sets channels p 41 Selects the terminal and label of the external equipment p 43 Prevents Image retention with Wobbling Automatic Periodic e Automatic Shifts the display image automatically e Periodic Shifts the display image every 1 2 3 4 minutes according to what was set in the Time minutes menu E EEE 3 3 3 E pas 5 3 o 9 3 5 o 2 E a gt gl a E 2 E E 5 o ba a o Sets the time for Pixel orbiter Periodic setting 1 2 3 4 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 50 E 3 side bars Press OK to start horizontal Scrolling on the screen p 50 Controls equipment connected to HDMI terminals p 34 On Off o Power off link Power on link Stand by power save Auto p
9. e The Plasma panel is made up of a few million pixels and Some spots remain is produced with advanced technology through an intricate process Sometimes a few pixels may be bright or dark bright or dark These pixels do not indicate a defective panel and will have no impact on the performance of the TV rit ta a e Check nearby electrical products Chaotic image noisy car or motorcycle ignition systems fluorescent lamp etc e Check Picture menu p 28 No image can be e Check the cable connections p 11 14 displayed e Check that the correct input has been selected p 24 Only spots are displayed instead of images Is the AC power cord plugged into the outlet e Is the TV unit turned On Neither utes Led e Check Picture menu p 28 and volume sound is produced O Check the AV cable connections p 11 14 e Check that the correct input has been selected p 24 O Are the speakers cables connected correctly p 45 e Is Sound Mute active p 15 O Is the volume set to the minimum No sound is produced o Is TV speakers set to Off p 28 e Change SAP settings p 19 e Check HDMI 1 in or HDMI 2 in settings p 28 e Set SAP setting to Stereo or Mono e Check the HDMI device connected to the unit Sound is unusual e Set the audio setting of the HDMI device to Linear PCM O If digital sound connection has a problem select analog sound co
10. The connection for high definition can be done with the use of HDMI or Component Video cable p 14 e To view high definition programming select the correct video input p 24 O Not all cables and external equipment shown in this book are supplied with the TV For more details on 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 11 Basic Connection continued Connecting DVD recorder VCR To record playback Example 2 DVD Recorder AV Equipment VHF UHF Antenna If the source has a higher resolution signal 480p 720p e g DVD Recorder 1080i 1080p connection can be made with the use of or VCR a Component Video or HDMI cable p 14 VCR Connection can be made with the use of an RF cable and Composite Video S Video cable p 14 TV To connect the antenna terminal and DVD recorder or VCR VHF UHF Antenna AC 120 V i EGR Back of the TV See page 10 AC cord connection N lt BY 1 l l 5 oy ANTIN ANT OUT O Connecting TV and AV equipment Please refer to onp 14 AV Equipment e g DVD Recorder or VCR with TV tuner Exampl
11. change rating settings pata If itis your first time entering the Wai a password enter the password so twice in order to register it Esa m0 0 El vrcwen 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 Panasonic TV Channel Game Program Change password E Press to exit from Custom Locks specified inputs of a menu screen Channel Game and EXIT Program Select the item Caution Lock o Channel Game and Mode Custom R Program are not accessible O Make a note of your Off 5 unless Custom is selected in password in case you forget it If you have forgotten your password consult your local dealer Q 2 Game Off 1 Mode Program off Change password When you select a locked channel a message will be displayed that allows you to view the channel if you input your password E To select the channel or the rating of the program to be locked Channel lock Game lock Program lock Change password 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 Select channel to lock Channel lock gt select Mode Channel 1 3 Channel 2 4 Channel 3 Channel 4 e To lock unlock all channe
12. occurs on a digital image p 41 31 32 VIERA Link HDAVI Control Simultaneously control all Panasonic HDAVI Control equipped components using one button on the TV remote Enjoy additional HDMI Inter Operability with Panasonic products which have the HDAVI Control function This TV supports HDAVI Control 4 function Connections to the equipment DVD recorder DIGA HD Camcorder Player theater RAM theater Amplifier etc with HDMI cables allow you to interface with them automatically Equipment with the HDAVI Control function enables the following operations Version Operations HDAVI Control or later e Automatic Input Switching p 35 o Power on link p 35 Power off link p 35 e Default speakers p 35 e One touch theater playback p 35 e Speaker control p 37 HDAVI Control 2 or later e VIERA Link control only with the TV s remote control P 37 e Auto power stand by for available equipment only p 35 HDAVI Control 3 or later e Providing the setting information p 35 e Automatic lip sync function p 35 HDAVI Control 4 e Stand by power save with quick start mode p 35 E 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 Set the input mode to HDMI1 or HDMI2 p 24 and make sure that the image is displayed correctly VIERA Link
13. pedestal or stand surface clear from objects that may obstruct ventilation E When Moving the Plasma TV e 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 e To prevent an electric shock disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet as a safety precaution before carrying out any cleaning Safety Precautions continued e Transport only in upright position Display panel is made of glass Do not apply strong force Transporting the unit with its display panel facing upright or or impact to the display panel downward may cause damage to the internal circuitry This may cause damage resulting in injury e Using a dry cloth clean any dust from the power supply The TV is heavy TV should be handled by 2 or more cord and plug regularly people Support as shown to avoid injury by the TV Build up of dust on the power cord plug can increase tipping or falling humidity which might damage the insulation and cause a fire GP a a 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 The TV will still consume some power as long as the power supply cord is connected to the wall outlet fis CEA www CE org safety CEA CHILD SAFETY NOTICES Flat panel displays are not al
14. placing a lock on a specific age based rating level the Off rating and any other more restrictive ratings will also be blocked 39 Editing and Setting Channels The current channel settings can be changed according to your needs and reception conditions Display menu MENU Auto program Set automatically S MENU EXIT Wy next OK VIERA Link O Picture z gt select iY G dJ Audio Bl WN Timer A Lock a SD card Closed Caption Select ANT Cable setup Setup 1 2 gt t Channel surf mode cA X nex All Language 5 select Clock Manual program Connected devices Set manually Anti image retention Reset to defaults Panasonic Select the function TV ANT Cable setup h ANT in Cable AN next Manual program gt 5 select H Press to exit from Signal meter a menu screen EXIT O meter Check signal strength E To reset the settings of setup menu Select Reset to defaults in Setup menu and press OK Input your 4 digit password with number buttons E Select YES on the confirmation screen and press OK Automatically searches and adds available channels to the memory Select ANT in Select a scanning mode p 18 gt Select Cable or Antenna Or select Not used p 17 Select Auto program Analog only g Digital only select Auto program W ok OK ANT Cable setup gt ANT in Cable Io next
15. 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 or household wax for cleaning as they can damage the surface coating If using a chemically treated cloth follow the instructions supplied with the cloth 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 UONEWJIOJU jeo1uysa Bulues D pue aed 939 sOV4 51 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 56 57 For additional assistance please contact us via the website at www panasonic com contactinfo www panasonic ca emu eee eee eee eee White spots or shadow images noise eo S a e Check the position direction and connection of the antenna POWER CC a i cc or cucu Pictures from external equipment are distorted Interference or frozen digital NERA TOOL channels when the unit is intermittent sound A connected via HDMI de in Le x O Is the HDMI cable con
16. the output setting of the digital device For details of the applicable HDMI signals see p 50 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 Depending on your DVD player and DVD Audio software the copyright protection function may operate and disable optical output 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 UONEWJOJU eo1uyoa Picture mode Vivid Provides enhanced picture contrast and sharpness for viewing in a well lit room Standard Recommended for normal viewing conditions with subdued room lighting Cinema For watching movies in a darkened room It provides a soft film like picture Custom Photo Customizes each item according to your taste Photo is displayed in JPEG menu 939 SO VJ 49 50 Technical Information continued Aspect Ratio 4 3 Size 1 O gt Size 2 E ein be decreased on both sides to SS Aspect Ratio FULL JUST H FILL ZOOM O O O O yar The width will be increased on both sides to reduce noise O O WO O See pages 28 29 for more information 4 3 side bars Do not display a picture in 4 3 mode for an extended period as this can cause E Side Bar al Image retention Image retention
17. unexpected and possibly confusing results may occur and you may not receive emergency bulletins or any of the following types of programming Emergency Bulletins Such as EAS messages weather warnings and others Locally originated programming News Political e Public Service Announcements Religious Sports Weather Technical Information e oX Yo KOF Jo i o LE 0103 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 The CC can be displayed on the TV if the 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 If 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 O If a digital program is being output in analog format the CC data will also be output in analog format If 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 20 e g in case of 4 3 image FULL e JUST LL 4 _ lt 16 L4 si z k16 O IN CLFULL O O i JUST O 3 9 3 9 O O dE O O O A O e Enlarges the 4 3
18. will not work if the Auto power on p 30 is set a MENU EXIT dat RETURN H Press to exit from a menu screen EXIT H 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 Q Select Timer VIERA Link O Picture gt select Y Audio A Lock f SD card Closed Caption Select the timer to set gt Oselect Timer e 1 Timer 1 Se next Timer 2 Timer 3 Timer 4 Sleep _ Turns Off automatically Timer 5 Timer 1 Turns On Off automatically 7 5 timers can be set Timer 5 Set the timer E To set Sleep Off Timer Set to shut the unit off after a pre selected amount of time Sleep e 0 30 60 90 minutes E To set Timer 1 5 On Off Timer Select the item and set Timer 1 Ga Inputs TV Ba Channel 10 3 o Day 7 6 FRI On time 1 15 AM AM PM Off time 12 45 AM Clear Timer set Timer setting On Off Inputs Select the inputs 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 Every SUN Every MON Every TUE Every WED Every THU Every FRI Every SAT On time The time to turn On Off time The time to turn Of
19. 1 I ok cable i OPTICAL Audio cable 7 a IN A A H N ach Amplifier Pee eS YO o amas o a E To listen to the TV E To watch DVDs E To watch digital video image through speakers DVD Player Set DVD Player or Set Top Box Top Box HDMI compatible machines only Please see p 28 29 for setup when using an external analog audio cable with an HDMI to DVI cable 45 Ratings List for Lock V chip technology enables you to lock channels or shows according to standard ratings set by the entertainment industry p 39 E U S MOVIE RATINGS MPAA NR NO RATING NOT RATED AND NA NOT APPLICABLE PROGRAMS Movie which has not been rated or where rating does not appl 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 46 Age based Age based Possible Content inti Group Ratings Selections Description NR Viewable Not Rated VNR o Blocked Not Rated TV Y gt Viewable All children The themes and elements in this program are specifically o Blocked designed for a very young audience including children from ages 2 6 Youth e FV Blocked Directed to olde
20. 1 steer 47 This product qualifies for ENERGY STAR in the Home use setting and this is the setting in which energy savings will be O Specifications ee 54 achieved Any modifications to the Home O Limited W t use setting or other factory default settings imite arranty could result in greater energy consumption for U S A and Puerto Rico only eveve s 55 ENERGY STAR beyond levels that meet ENERGY STAR Customer Services Directory qualeations for U S A and Puerto Rico 56 X CEA O Limited Warranty for Canada 57 www CE org safety 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 access
21. 600 75 46 88 75 00 A 800 x 600 185 53 67 85 08 E Macintosh16 832 x 624 49 73 74 55 1 024 x 768 60 48 36 60 00 a 1 024 x 768 70 56 48 70 07 t 1 024 x 768 75 60 02 75 03 1 024 x 768 85 68 68 85 00 Macintosh 21 1 152 x 870 68 68 75 06 z 1 280 x 1 024 60 63 98 60 02 z 1 366 x 768 60 48 36 60 00 i Signals other than above may not be displayed properly The above signals are reformatted for optimal viewing on your display PC Input Terminals Connection 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 Some PC models cannot be connected to the set There is no need to use an adapter for computers with IBM PC AT compatible D sub 15P terminal 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 Signal Names for D sub 15P Connector Pin No Signal Name Pin No Signal Name Pin No Signal Name R GND Ground NC not connected a G GND Ground 42 NC O B GND Ground HD SYNC a NC not connected NC not connected VD O GND Ground GND Ground NC Pin Layout for PC Input Terminal Care and Cleaning First unplug the Power cord plug from the wall outlet Display panel The front
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23. AVI Control 3 or later function connected to a TV with HDMI cable gt H lt a ome Transmittable data Recorder theater Player g On Screen Display Language setting O O O gt English Espa ol Francais fom Panel Aspect Ratio o o o 16 9 fixed 3 Closed caption information Mode CC type Digital setting Channel information O Input signal Channel list Caption information e 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 For more 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 When 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 O 35 36 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 HDAVI Control function refer to p 32 Display VIERA Link menu Speaker con
24. Link On Power on link Yes Power off link Yes Stand by power save No Auto power stand by No Default speakers Automatic Input Switching Power on link Power off link Stand by power save for HDAVI Control 4 with quick start mode Auto power stand by for HDAVI Control 2 or later Default speakers One touch theater playback Providing the setting information for HDAVI Control 3 or later Automatic lip sync function for HDAVI Control 3 or later Continued 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 O 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 Yes is selected p 31 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 Yes is selected p 31 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 e Condition Power off link Yes Stand by powe
25. Panasonic Operating Instructions 42 50 Class 720p Plasma HDTV 41 6 49 9 inches measured diagonally Manual de instrucciones Televisi n de alta definici n de 720p y clase 42 50 de Plasma 41 6 49 9 pulgadas medidas diagonalmente N meiaide models TC 42 PX1 4 TC 50PX14 Quick Start Guide See page 8 18 Gu a de inicio r pido Vea la p gina 8 18 E For assistance U S A Puerto Rico please call 1 877 95 VIERA 958 4372 or visit us at www panasonic com contactinfo E For assistance Canada please call 1 866 330 0014 or visit us at www vieraconcierge ca E Para solicitar ayuda EE UU Puerto Rico llame al 1 877 95 VIERA 958 4372 6 visitenos en www panasonic com contactinfo T a S EA VIENA Hom SDTV IEPA Link Fl IMAGE VIEWER 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 guardelas para consultarlas en el futuro Las imagenes mostradas en este manual tienen solamente fines ilustrativos Turn your own living room into a movie theater Experience an amazing level of multimedia excitement HIGH DEFINITION MULTIMEDIA INTERFACE HDMI the HDMI logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC VIESA Link VIERA Link is a trademark of Panas
26. amming that allows you to view more channels featuring high quality video and sound Select E RETURN B Watching TV Connect the TV to a cable box cable set top box satellite box or antenna cable p 11 14 To watch TV and other functions Turn power on POWER P Ta If the mode is not TV press jj and G 7 select TV p 24 TV CC SAP oo Select a channel number ibs led A 6 pat El El When tuning to a digital 2 down Lo channel press the button to a enter the minor number in a compound channel number FORMAT INFO FAVORITE example CH15 1 SS El TV e Reselect Cable or Antenna in ANT in of ANT Cable setup to switch the signal reception between cable TV and antenna p 17 41 e The channel number and volume level remain the same even after the TV is turned off E Select Audio Mode for watching TV SAP Digital mode A Press SAP to select the next audio track if available when receiving a digital AL Bulyojem e with SAP channel Secondary Audio track 1 of 2 Audio English Program e Analog mode Press SAP to select the desired audio mode e Each press of SAP will change the audio mode Stereo SAP Mono O T pe a 3 O nN O Do Z 5 E Switches Closed Caption mode On or Off CC Closed lt Caption M Press SUB MENU to show sub menu screen p 30 This menu consists of shortcuts to convenient fu
27. and Information Technology Industries Association s standard EXIF Exchangeable Image File Format A JPEG image modified with a PC may not be displayed Partly degraded files might be displayed at a reduced resolution Folder structure viewed in PC Ex DCIM Created automatically 23100_PANA 3 digit folder number 5 digit arbitrary characters pine 4 digit arbitrary characters 4 digit file number P1000002 JPG Usable characters 1 byte a to z Ato Z 0 to 9 and _ P1000003 JPG P1000004 JPG The folder and file names may be different depending on the digital camera used For the suitable SD Memory Cards please confirm the latest information on the following website http panasonic jp support 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 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 SD ca
28. ccessories M Check you have all the items shown Accessories Remote Control Batteries for the Transmitter ee Remote Control e N2QAYB000321 jee Transmitter 2 O e AA Battery Jj Pedestal Cleaning cloth e TBLX0088 How to assemble p 9 TC 42PX14 e TBLX0089 TC 50PX14 Operating Instructions Product Registration Card U S A Viera Concierge and basic Customer Care Plan Card U S A instruction for HDTV e 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 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 Handle the TV carefully during installation since subjecting it to impact Wall hanging bracket or other forces may cause its panel to crack angle o TY WK4P1RW Installing the remote s batteries e Incorrect installation may cause battery 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 Do not use rechargeable Ni Cd batteries e Do not burn or break batteries Hook Note the correct polarity or Attaching the pedestal to TV Assembl
29. 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 and Puerto Rico call 1 877 95 VIERA 1 877 958 4372 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 glass panel resulting from viewing fixed images including among other things non expanded standard 4 3 pictures on wide screen TV s or onscreen data in a stationary and fixed
30. ding down MUse Favorite Feature 1 Display Favorite channels FAVORITE 2 Select the channel Favorite channels EC a El Favorite channels 1 26 1 MiTo change the page FAVORITE Press repeatedly to change between pages 1 3 2 3 3 3 or exit ex 0 Changes the page forward backward Using VIERA TOOLS VIERA TOOLS are the easy way to access high use menu items They are displayed as shortcut icons on the TV screen Unlike a conventional menu you can enjoy using playing or setting a function quickly Display VIERA TOOLS gt select S RETURN next ee iad Displayed VIERA Link menu p 36 37 ink Start Slideshow p 22 23 Ge Set Sleep Off timer p 44 eep Da Displayed Lock menu p 38 oc Panasonic TV M Press to exit from a menu screen EXIT E Press to return to the previous screen RETURN AL Bulyolem e STOOL YHJIA Buisn e 21 22 Viewing from an 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 This setting will be skipped next time unless you select Set later Set SD card setting and select Play SD card now e SD card setting will be displayed automatically each time an SD card is ins
31. dio Output 20 W 10W 10W 10 THD 2 VGA SVGA XGA WXGA SXGA PC signals Horizontal scanning frequency 31 69 kHz Vertical scanning frequency 59 86 Hz Channel Capability VHF UHF 2 69 CATV 1 135 Digital Analog 3 m 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 S VIDEO Mini DIN 4 pin Y 1 0 V p p 75 Q C 0 286 V p p 75 Q AUDIO L R RCA PIN Type x2 0 5 V rms Q VIDEO RCA PIN Type x1 1 0 V p p 75 Q S VIDEO IN 2 AUDIOL R RCAPINTypex2 0 5 V rs E Y 1 0 V p p including synchronization 5 COMPONENT IN 1 2 PB PR 0 35 V p p 5 AUDIO L R RCA PIN Type x2 0 5 V rms 2 HDMI 1 2 TYPE A Connector x 2 3 This TV supports HDAVI Control 4 function a PC D SUB 15PIN R G B 0 7 V p p 75 Q un HD VD 1 0 5 0 V p p high impedance Card slot SD CARD slot x 1 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT PCM Dolby Digital Fiber Optic 3D Y C FILTER FEATURES CLOSED CAPTION V Chip Photo Viewer HDAVI Control 4 lt Y r 40 6 x 28 0 x 12 9 48 0 x 32 4 x 15 3 E Including pedestal 1 029 mm x 709 mm x 327 mm 1 218 mm x 822 mm x 387 mm a TV Set onl 40 6 x 26 1 x 3 8 4 2 48 0 x 30 3 x 3 8 4 2 LE y 1 029 mm x 661 mm x 94 mm 106 mm 1 218 mm x 769 mm x 94 mm 106 mm Includin
32. ditions 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 installation 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 TC 42PX14 TC 50PX14 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 TC 42PX14 TC 50PX14 This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 WARNING CAUTION ZN 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 This Plasma TV may fall and can cause personal injury or even death if not installed correctly To prevent personal injury or death follow these warnings Install the Plasma TV in accordance with
33. e 3 Connecting DVD recorder VCR and satellite receiver DVD Recorder Receiver VHF UHF Antenna programming by subscribing to high definition satellite service Connection can be done with the use of HDMI or Component Video cable p 14 TV Satellite Q You can enjoy high definition or VCR AC 120 V 60 Hz O 2 x e pal D See page 10 AC cord connection ANTENNA Cable In ANTIN ANT OUT Connecting TV and AV equipment S O Please refer to A on p 14 gt 0066 z Satellite Receiver DVD Recorder or VCR with TV tuner MOA JO 1 p1099H GAC AL JQAIBIOY DNSIES YOA JO Japsoo9y GAC AL uonosuuop seg O O For details of external equipment connections please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment 13 14 Basic Connection continued AV cable connections To use HDMI terminals Homi AV IN HDMI 1 HDMI 2 F jae nee O 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 The HDMI connection is required for a 1080p signal O For VIERA Link connections please refer to p 33 To use COMPONENT terminals AV Equipment COMPONENT y VIDEO OUT AV Equipment uo ua q yBIH e000 O e g Blu ray Di
34. e not included Player theater playback operate HDMI 1 is recommended When connecting to HDMI 2 set the input mode to HDMI 2 p 24 initially before connecting to HDMI 2 After connection confirm the HDMI control functions p 34 37 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 a 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 Homi AV IN HDMI 1 HDMI 2 v v HDMI cable E HDMI HDMI HDMI HDMI AVOUT AV OUT UJ av OUT _ av our HDMI U AV IN lt lt CSS MU OC DVD recorder DIGA AV amp with Home theater systems HD Camcorder LUMIX DVD recorder DIGA with VIERA Link VIERA Link function with VIERA Link with VIERA Link with VIERA with VIERA Link function function function Link function function One AV amp and one DVD recorder DIGA can be operated with this unit e Be sure to connect the AV amp between this unit and the DVD recorder DIGA E Setting of this unit after connection Afte
35. ely insured and preferably in the original carton Include details of the defect claimed and proof of date of original purchase odry OWEN pue y S N 101 AJOJDSIIG samas JOWOISND O epeueox 104 AJUBeAA paw e 939 SO VJ 57 Customer s Record The model number and serial number of this product can be found on its back cover You should note this serial number in the space provided below and retain this book plus your purchase receipt as a permanent record of your purchase to aid in identification in the event of theft or loss and for Warranty Service purposes Model Number Serial Number 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 Panasonic Canada Inc Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America 5770 Ambler Drive One Panasonic Way Secaucus Mississauga Ontario New Jersey 07094 U S A L4W 2T3 CANADA 2009 Panasonic Corporation of North America All Rights Reserved 2009 Panasonic Corporation of North America Todos los Derechos Reservados Printed in U S
36. erted for the first time SD card setting z select Slideshow A Slideshow will start Play SD card automatically _ automatically next time lo Setlater ox change Thumbnail The Photo viewer menu will be displayed automatically next time vA set Set later SD card setting menu will be MENU EXIT fe displayed repeatedly i ay e data can be played manually E Manual operation Play SD card automatically is Off Display Photo viewer Start Slideshow VERA TOOLS QERA TOOLS 2 mS OR Select the data to be viewed Thumbnail view Photo viewer e Total 50 he t N Pana0001 poe an Pana0002 Pana0003 Pana0004 0 select DA view Present status Navigation area While reading the data lame Pana0001 y Y 03 04 2009 1600x1200 NS ad N at S Pana0005 Pana0006 Pana0007 Pana0008 w F E Pana0009 Pana0010 Pana0011 Pana0012 Accessing Tu Accessing Selected picture information is displayed Rotate Pause Name Image number or file name is Prev _ Next Prov Next displayed e RETURN e RETURN Date Date of recording is displayed Size Display resolution is displayed Slideshow R G Teo images E To Slideshow E To Single photo play Panasonic 0 Depending on the JPEG format Information contents may not be displayed TV correctly Refer to p 48 Data format for SD card browsing for details View H Press to
37. exit from i E l 75 Rotate 90 degrees counter clockwise a menu screen SS e EXIT ox To next photo Rotate 90 degrees clockwise H Press to return To previous photo to the previous screen RETURN INFO o To display hide Navigation area gay Displays one at a time Navigation area e Insert the card O Remove the card Label re A e Press in lightly on sD Push until a click is Card then release heard e Compliant card type maximum capacity SDHC Card 16 GB SD Card 2 GB miniSD Card 1 GB requiring miniSD Card adapter O For cautions and details on SD Cards p 48 In or E Adjust the picture Display Photo settings Picture 1 2 Select MENU Reset to defaults T Adjust Picture mode Vs Contrast Brightness Color 2 Select the item Tint Photo settings Sharpness J Picture l Picture menu p 28 Slideshow settings 4 Set Photo e settings MSet up Slideshow Slideshow settings Speed EN Repeat On You can set how many seconds each image is displayed in Slideshow mode Speed Very fast Fast Medium Slow Very slow Turn the slideshow Repeat function repeat On or Off e To stop in mid cycle gt Press VIERA IMAGE VIEWER The VIERA Image Viewer is a function that lets you easily view still and motion images on a VIERA television by simply inserting an SD card into the VIERA SD card slot Oo
38. f 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 f AC 120 V 60 Hz Cable TV I Cable Box Connect after all the other connections are complete Homi AV IN HDMI 1 HDMI 2 v v E To watch camcorder images Camcorder VCR DVD Player TTT SUOI OBUUOD AY PePUBWWWODEY e Jaw Buisn e gi 84 002 0 AUDIO cable E a E DVD Recorder L Connect VCR with gt t or 2 Optical digital inc ie audio cable HDMI gt Conversion cable O 7 adapter if 1 D y necessary Conversion
39. g pedestal 61 8 Ib 28 0 kg 79 4 Ib 36 0 kg amp TV Set only 57 4 Ib 26 0 kg 75 0 Ib 34 0 kg TC 42PX14 TC 50PX14 40 6 1 029 mm 48 0 1 218 mm 4 2 106 mm pia mc mm E E E E o N e 8 gt x g g 18 0 12 9 327 mm 15 3 387 mm 54 Design and Specifications are subject to change without notice Mass and Dimensions shown are approximate Limited Warranty for U S A and Puerto Rico only PANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY DIVISION OF PANASONIC CORPORATION OF NORTH AMERICA One Panasonic Way Secaucus New Jersey 07094 Panasonic Plasma Television Limited Warranty Limited Warranty Coverage If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company 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 PLASMA TV CATEGORIES PARTS LABOR SERVICE Up to 37 diagonal Carry In 42 diagonal and larger TONE YEAR TONE YEAR On Site During the Labor Limited Warranty period there will be no charge for labor During the Parts Limited Warranty period there will be no
40. image horizontally to the screen s side edges Recommended for anamorphic picture Stretches to L the 4 3 image to lt 2 four corners of th screen Recommended for normal TV broadcast o 4 3 L 4 o H FILL ss Co 3 gt OF Enlarges the 4 3 image Laon to the screen s side edges The side edges of the image are cut off e ZOOM 4 __ __ 16 __ O O 3 9 ox Enlarges the 4 3 image to the entire screen Recommended for Letter Box e Zoom adjustments Vertical image position and size can be adjusted in ZOOM Select Zoom adjustments on the Picture menu p 28 29 V position Vertical position adjustment Standard Note that Image retention of the side bar may occur from displaying it for a long time o 480i 4 3 480i 16 9 480p 4 3 480p 16 9 FULL JUST 4 3 or ZOOM e 1080p 1080i 720p FULL H FILL JUST 4 3 or ZOOM V size Vertical size adjustment e To reset the aspect ratio 430 OK 1907 104 5I7 sBuney e UONEWJOJU jeoiuyoal e nT gt O 8 ee 9 47 Technical Information 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
41. ime Setup Continued Select scanning mode ALL channels Analog only Digital only Auto program Analog only Digital only select Auto program Start scanning the channels Progress 8 O Available channels analog digital are automatically set Number of analog channels Number of digital channels Press RETURN to quit All channels Scans digital and analog channels Analog only Scans Analog channels only RETURN Digital only Scans Digital channels only 6 Confirm registered channels s select Apply N DY 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 program ECT cancel Caption Favorite Set the Input labels First time setup LN E UEC A R next Clock s ANT Cable setup gt 5 select Input labels Panasonic TV Input labels Component 1 Component 2 HDMI 1 H Press to exit from a menu screen EXIT HDMI 2 Video 1 Video 2 ze e About broadcasting enero systems Switches Input mode alphabet to Analog NTSC TERRIG tional mde Label BLANK SKIP VCR DVD CABLE SATELLITE DVR GAME AUX RECEIVER Digital ATSC COMPUTER Blu ray CAMERA DVD REC HOME THTR MONITOR MEDIA New j CTR MEDIA EXT OTHER progr
42. ing the pedestal Fix securely with assembly screws A Total 4 screws Tighten screws firmly Accessories Assembly screws 4 of each a 3 M5 x 18 Silver c OS cy ox M5 x 25 Black ey O Poles 2 5 NM Set up Carry out work on a horizontal and level surface gt Tighten screws firmly 8 p a Bottom view e O or is printed at the e bottom of the poles o a Base 1 AS Rear side lt Q 5 v gt Q Hole for pedestal G g installation n a O Pole lt Pole O Fix securely with assembly screws B Total 4 screws Base Do not disassemble or modify the pedestal Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged and personal injury may result Do not use any other TV and displays 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 If 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 If sufficient care is not 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 10 Accessories Optional Accessory continued AC cord connection To attach I
43. ing to On as shown below Display menu MENU e MENU Select Setup Menu z Oselect e EY 9 y next A Lock f SD card Closed Caption 6 Setup O Select VIERA Link settings Setup 2 2 gt Oselect VIERA Link settings ox Y ECO power saving Y Advanced setup next Select VIERA Link VIERA Link settings Power on link Yes Power off link Yes Stand by power save Press to exit from NG a menu screen Auto power stand by EXIT No Default speakers TV Press to return gf the previous Select On p default is On screen RETURN Oo 5 3 g Ke lt a D a D a g lt g 25 Now you can set each VIERA Link function according to your preference p 34 37 O If no HDMI equipment is connected or standard HDMI equipment non VIERA Link is used set it to Off O For more details on the external equipment s connections please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment 26 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 45 Display the Input select menu INPUT Input select E 2 Meuse AUX 1 3 BOUE Select PC e Corresponding signals PC p 50 Displays PC screen INPUT A MToreturntoTV a gt EN E vV Panasonic TV MPC menu setting change as desired O Making
44. 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 in 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 y
45. ls Dark Light Light Adjust horizontal display range to reduce noise of both side edges of an image Size 1 Size 2 Size 2 Adjust image size according to aspect mode for reducing noise p 50 Resets Bass Treble and Balance adjustments to factory default settings Reset to defaults Increases or decreases the bass response Bass Increases or decreases the treble response Emphasizes the left right speaker volume o 0 3 0 El ol el PIN o MAE ria tiiml S AERE E CAENIN NIIRI IDI 18 ENEE e s jo o 3 cji iz ES 2 zia 3 ES 3 2 3 Sills 3 X alils 3 3 alijo 2 Enhances audio response when listening to stereo On Off lt Minimizes volume disparity after switching to external inputs folume leveler Switch to Off when using external speakers On Off e Surround and Volume leveler do not work if Off is selected The default setting is Digital for HDMI connection Digital input signal Select audio input terminal when DVI cable is connected Analog audio input signal Digital Component 1 Component 2 Video 1 Video 2 The TV can automatically turn On Off at the designated date and time p 44 Locks the channels and programs p 38 Displays SD card data p 22 23 Displays subtitles Closed Caption p 42 o Oo I 2 o ollo g g s s lg 2 a SZI 18 o s 3 D 3 ps a o f e In AV mode the Audio menu and Setup
46. ls Select Mode and set to All or Off All Locks all channels Off Unlocks all channels Locks Channel 3 Channel 4 and external inputs Select Game in and set to On select On Locks Off Unlocks E To set a rating level V chip technology enables restricted shows to be locked according to TV ratings Select Mode and set to On Program lock gt 5 select 2 Select the rating category you wish to follow DA next Program lock ok gt select PAA U S movie ratings S TV U S TV program ratings E L R Canadian English ratings F L R Canadian French ratings Select the rating to be locked oy lt lt No rating General Audience All ages admitted Parental Guidance Suggested Parents Strongly Cautioned Inappropriate for children under 13 Restricted Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian NS No one 17 and under admitted X Adults only e To get more information p 46 pooueapy E To change the password In O select Change password and press OK 2 Input the new 4 digit password twice Change password Enter new password Channel Game 5 Program 0 0 Change password e 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 other ratings e When
47. luded 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 INCLUDING 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 adequat
48. m 5 next page Select Apply O Go back to previous page LENA q select Apply ol CE I Caption Favorite Add w if m Yes D AV ok To cancel the Edit Manual program C will be lost Continue Edit Apply Cancel No Bich Caption Favorite ge i OK p select OK iiris to ANT S setup next WOU Es Yes Check the signal strength if an interference is found or freezing occurs on a digital image Signal meter EB o If the signal is weak check the antenna BeBe If no problem is found consult your local dealer Ea ro o T chante Si ok NGS gnal strength Do Current Signal intensity o com available if Cable is selected in ANT in Peak level see above e Available only for digital antenna channels o If Lock p 38 is activated and ANT Cable setup is selected Enter password will be displayed 41 Closed Caption Display menu MENU Q Select Closed Caption Menu e P Onext oK gt VIERA Link A O Picture x gt select J Audio T Timer H Press to exit from B Lock a menu screen fl SD card EXIT Closed Caption 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 47 E Select the item and set Closed Caption gt Oselect Mode Select On when not using
49. maged cord may cause fire or electrical shock Do not move the TV with the cord plugged in the socket outlet Do not place a heavy object on the cord or place the cord near a high temperature object Do not twist the cord bend it excessively or stretch it Do not pull on the cord Hold onto the power plug body when disconnecting cord Do not use a damaged power plug or socket outlet E if Problems Occur During Use e 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 supply cord immediately Continued use of the TV under these conditions might cause a fire or permanent damage to the TV Have the TV evaluated by an Authorized Service Center Servicing of the TV by unauthorized personnel is strongly discouraged due to its high voltage e If water or an object gets inside the Plasma TV if the Plasma TV is dropped or if the enclosure becomes damaged unplug the power supply cord immediately A short circuit may occur which could cause a fire Contact an Authorized Service Center for an evaluation Z CAUTION Do not cover the ventilation holes Doing so may cause the Plasma TV to overheat which can cause a 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 7 cm or more at the rear When using the pedestal keep the space between the bottom of the TV and the
50. menu give fewer options 332 Ayyenb punos eunjold suonouny nua 8S 01 MOH O poourapy 29 30 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 t MENU EXIT ec oC BD H Press to exit from a menu screen EXIT E Press to return to the previous screen RETURN lt gt 70 Display menu MENU Q o Displays the functions that can be set varies depending on the input signal Select Setup Menu y next a select VIERA Link O Picture dJ Audio Timer A Lock f SD card Closed Caption Select the item Setup 1 2 Channel surf mode EEC Clock ANT Cable setup Connected devices 30 next gt select Anti image retention Display Sub Menu SUB MENU Q Select the item Setup SUB MENU a gt Oselect Channel surf mode kA Y set Set favorite or Edit CH caption Signal meter M Menu list Menu Item Channel surf mode Language Input labels Pixel orbiter Time minutes 4 3 side bars Scrolling bar uonuajes aBeu yuy VIERA Link Power on link Power off link Stand by power save Auto power stand by lt 4 E 5 2 o o 2 5 a a Default speakers No signal for 10 minutes No activity for 3 hours Bulnes 1amod O 93
51. mer Lock f SD card Closed Caption XE Select Connected devices Setup A ve next Channel surf mode OK All Language gt select Clock ANT Cable setup Connected devices Anti image retention uode paso e sjeqe7 ndu e Select Input labels 0 a menu screen ok EXIT gt select Devices connected to external input terminals can be labeled for easier identification during input selection In selecting input mode from p 24 O E Select the terminal and label of the external equipment Input labels select Component 1 CANO Component 2 HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Video 1 Input labels Input labels Video 2 Component 1 IL D PC D l S p ay aa A labels of s pra leas Switches Input mode from alphabetical to numeric evices Label Terminal e Terminals Component 1 2 HDMI 1 2 Video 1 2 PC i O Label BLANK SKIP VCR DVD CABLE SATELLITE DVR GAME AUX RECEIVER COMPUTER Blu ray CAMERA DVD REC HOME THTR MONITOR MEDIA CTR MEDIA EXT OTHER For the PC terminal only SKIP is available If SKIP is selected the INPUT button press will skip its input example o 7a acid label will be displayed on Input select screen p gt o lt D 5 o O o 43 44 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 17 o The Sleep timer and On Off timer
52. nctions Setup SUB MENU SUB MENU SUB MENU ey Set favorite Edit CH caption Signal meter 19 20 Watching TV Continued E Other Useful Functions Operate after E Displays or removes the channel banner INFO Channel 15 2 THE NEWS Information Recall Station SAP identifier indication Closed caption ABC HD cc sAP TV G 1080i Standard 4 3 Rating Level 12 30 PM CE Sleep timer remaining time Aspect ratio Picture mode Signal resolution M Press FORMAT to cycle through the aspect modes p 47 FORMAT 4 4 3 O O O 480i 480p FULL JUST 4 3 ZOOM e 1080p 1080i 720p FULL H FILL JUST 4 3 ZOOM FAVORITE Call up F a favorite G E FAVORITE channel buttons see below Channel numbers registered in Favorite are displayed on the favorite tune screen Select the desired broadcast station with the cursor or use number Favorite Feature MSet Favorite Feature 4 Display the SUB MENU SUB MENU G 2 Select Set favorite Setup SUB MENU Channel surf mode All a ox gt XA ok Edit CH caption Signal meter 3 Set the displayed channel Set favorite gt Oselect the list cu E H number 12 EN DO save the displayed En channel or ED select the list number 0505 to save the channel EA El El without pressing OK 0 Delete a favorite channel Set favorite select Lt 261 OK gt A while hol
53. nected properly p 33 45 e Turn Off the TV unit and equipment then turn them On again e Check an input signal from the equipment p 50 Use equipment compliant with EIA CEA 861 861B in B a aa ol e Change the direction of antenna for digital channels e Check Signal meter p 41 If the signal is weak check the antenna and consult your local When the channel is changed on an STB that is connected with Ma a a a a a a aa e a a a Ea dealer HDMI HDMI may be displayed A O on the top left of the screen The remote control bl i e This is not a malfunction does not work L Recording does not a O Are the batteries installed correctly ag Panasonic start immediately I p 8 I Md e Check the settings of the recorder For Pa Are the batteries new e Me details read the manual of the recorder 4 gt gt ae ee eee e 52 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 Problem Motions e The function to prevent Image retention is activated Press any button to Not a faulty symptom return moves on the e The screen Saver i ee if the TV unit is not operated for a certain time in mode screen e Image retention p 7
54. nnecting 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 HDMI is the world s first complete digital consumer AV interface complying with a non compression standard If the external equipment has only a DVI output connect to the HDMI terminal via a DVI to HDMI adapter cable 2 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 or HDMI 2 in menu screen p 28 Applicable audio signal sampling frequencies L PCM 48 kHz 44 1 kHz 32 kHz 1 The HDMI logo is displayed on an HDMI compliant device 2 Enquire at your local digital equipment retailer shop Use with a PC is not assumed All signals are reformatted before being displayed on the screen If the connected device has an aspect adjustment function set the aspect ratio to 16 9 These HDMI connectors are type A These HDMI connectors are compatible with HDCP High Bandwidth Digital Content Protection copyright protection A device having no digital output terminal may be connected to the input terminal of either COMPONENT S VIDEO or VIDEO to receive analog signals The HDMI input terminal can be used with only the following image signals 480i 480p 720p 1080i and 1080p Match
55. nnection suonsano paysy puanbaly e Unknown sound heard 1 Changes in the temperature and humidity of the room may cause the TV s cabinet to expand or contract and produce metallic gt 1 Sounds from TV sounds This is not a sign of faulty operation or a malfunction O cabinet 2 The TV may have a cooling fan that makes a soft whir oO TE This is not a sign of faulty operation or a malfunction a 2 Whirring sound 3 When the TV is powered on an electrical component in the TV activates o Ti i producing a tick click sound This is not a sign of faulty operation or a malfunction Tick Click sound UGS Ck Gle sound This is not a sign of faulty operati ne o E Electrical circuits are active while the set is on 4 Electrical circui i hile the TV set i 4 Buzzing sound This is not a sign of faulty operation or a malfunction 53 Specifications Power Source AC 120 V 60 Hz TC 42PX14 TC 50PX14 S 9 Maximum 286 W 399 W 22 3 E Standby condition 0 3 W 0 3 W 3 YI Drive method AC type 32 Aspect Ratio 16 9 E Visible screen size 42 class 41 6 inches measured diagonally 50 class 49 9 inches measured diagonally a W x H x Diagonal 36 2 x 20 4 x 41 6 43 5 x 24 4 x 49 9 z 921 mm x 518 mm x 1 057 mm 1 106 mm x 622 mm x 1 269 mm pg No of pixels 786 432 1 024 W x 768 H 1 049 088 1 366 W x 768 H 3 072 x 768 dots 4 098 x 768 dots o E Au
56. nsert it firmly until the tabs on both sides click into place Reference of connection Antenna terminal Pin terminals A OOS red blue green al JJ green Firmly tighten by hand Match colors of plugs and terminals Insert firmly LA OOl To remove Keep pushing both side snaps and pull down HDMI terminal NX Insert firmly Basic Connection Example 1 Connecting Antenna To watch TV TV VHF UHF Antenna VHF UHF Antenna e NTSC National Television System Committee Conventional broadcasting e ATSC Advanced Television Systems Committee Cable TV Digital TV Standards include digital high definition television HDTV standard definition television SDTV data broadcasting multi channel surround sound audio and interactive television To connect the antenna terminal and Cable Box VHF UHF Antenna AC 120 V 12 2 x y er Q s gt Cable TV R eel Connect after all the Back of the TV other connections have been made If no Cable Box or AlOSSEO00V jeuodo s oss 29y e AL euuajuy uonoauuog DISEG ANTENNA Cable In Cable Box Cable e You need to subscribe to a cable TV service to enjoy viewing their programming e If 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
57. of the display panel has been specially treated Wipe the panel surface gently using only a cleaning cloth or a soft lint free cloth If 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 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 If the cabinet becomes dirty wipe it with a soft dry cloth If 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 Cleaning Wipe the
58. 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 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 Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected 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 con
59. onic Corporation SDHC Logo is a trademark HDAVI Control is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories DTV Contents Please read before using the unit e Safety Precautions AO 4 Notes E E T TTET EETA ATL T TEETE enna gine 7 4 uick Start Guide S Q i a card 5 Accessories Optional Accessory 8 O Basic Connection Jono odode AE N E 11 2 0 Identifying Controls A E 15 Y 0 First Time Setup AdosocgAdeasenaabasecoananes 16 3 Personal j r A computer Enjoy your TV O10 3 7 Oo Set Top Box gt e Basic Features Amplifier DVD player O Watching TVs ee Blu ray Disc player O Using VIERA TOOLS DVD aa F O Viewing from an SD Card Blu ray Disc recorder O Watching Videos and DVDs PR T O Displaying PC Screen on TV street Advanced Features O How to Use Menu Functions picture sound quality etc O VIERA Link HDAVI Control O Editing and Setting Channels O Closed Caption r rmmretsoos O Input Labels e Using Timer OTE Cee a CG Recommended AV Connections pooueapy FAQs etc O Ratings List for LOCK vevevenenesesenen 46 O Technical Information
60. ories 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 manufacturer 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 Ars 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 are 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 _ e 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
61. ou 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 ON SITE SERVICE CALL WHERE APPLICABLE WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY Ajuo odry OVEN pue YSN JO AJUBLeA paw e suo jeoinoads e 939 SOV 55 56 Customer Services Directory for u s a and Puerto Rico 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 MFor hearing or speech impaired TTY users TTY 1 877 833 8855 Accessory Purchases United States and Puerto Rico 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 npcpar
62. ower stand by and Default VIERA Link speakers cannot be selected if Off is set o o S EA 5 a 7 D i v ower on link Yes Sets Power on link of HDMI connection equipment p 34 Yes No Sets Power off link of HDMI connection equipment p 34 Yes No ower off link MINE a Y v 2 5 5 e lt 5 E E 2 o D lt 3 Set Stand by power save of HDMI connection equipment p 34 No Yes 018 Ayyenb punos eunjold suonouny NUS BSA 01 MOH O gt e o 3 o o 5 N HA 5 3 2 Ss lt Set Auto power stand by of HDMI connection equipment p 34 No Yes with reminder Yes no reminder Selects the default speakers p 34 TV Theater efault speakers TV To conserve energy the TV automatically turns off when NO SIGNAL and NO OPERATION is performed for more than 10 minutes Enable Disable Note e Not in use when setting Auto power on On Off Timer Lock SD mode or Digital channel e No signal for 10 minutes 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 for 10 minutes e The on screen display will flash 3 2 and 1 to indicate the last three 3 remaining minutes prior to the shut off No signal for 10 minutes To conserve energy the TV automatically turns off when no operation of remote o
63. pendent laboratory such as UL CSA ETL e Follow all instructions supplied by the display and wall mount manufacturers e If you have any doubts about your ability to safely install your flat panel display contact your retailer about professional installation e Make sure the wall where you are mounting the display is appropriate Some wall mounts are not designed to be mounted to walls with steel studs or old cinder block construction If you are unsure contact a professional installer e A minimum of two people are required for installation Flat panel displays can be heavy Panasonic recommends that a qualified installer perform the wall mount installation See page 5 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 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 53 Typical still images e Channel number and other logos Image displayed in 4 3 mode e SD Card photo Videogame Computer image E Set up e 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 Accessories Optional Accessory A
64. r children Themes and elements in this program may TV Y7 gt Viewable include mild physical or comedic violence or may frighten children gt Blocked under the age of 7 TV G gt Viewable General audience It contains little or no violence no strong language Blocked and little or no sexual dialogue or situations gt D L S V all selected Parental guidance suggested The program may contain infrequent TV PG Any combination of coarse language limited violence some suggestive sexual dialogue D L S V and situations SHIGE UNS 1V 14 z PN al Selected Parents strongly cautioned This program may contain sophisticated D i S V themes sexual content strong language and more intense violence o L S V all selected g A A an Mature audiences only This program may contain mature themes TV MA Any combination of profane language graphic violence and explicit sexual content 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 C8 Programming generally considered acceptable for children 8 years and over No profanity nudity or sexual G General programming suitable for all audiences
65. r making connections as shown above set VIERA Link under VIERA Link settings to On using the Setup menu p 25 34 35 e Individual HDMI equipment may require additional menu settings specific to each model Please refer to their respective operating instruction manuals 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 alOHUOD IAVGHs wU VYSIA O poourapy 33 34 VIERA Link HDAVI Control Display menu MENU Select Setup Jet ED 3 select W next VIERA Link RETURN amp Lock f SD card Closed Caption Select VIERA Link settings Setup 2 2 gt select VIERA Link settings ECO power saving Advanced setup VIERA Link settings Power on link Yes Power off link Yes Stand by power save No Auto power stand by No Panasonic Default speakers Tv TV Select On default is On E Press to exit from oer oe Select settings laa VIERA Link settings VIERA Link On E Press to return Power on link Yes to the previous Power off link Yes screen RETURN Stand by power save No Auto power stand by No Default speakers Set VIERA Link settings VIERA
66. r save Yes The equipment has HDAVI Control 4 with quick start mode connected with HDMI cable When TV is turned off all connected VIERA Link compatible equipment is moved to ECO standby mode automatically under above conditions Minimum power consumption of standby condition for the equipment e Condition Auto power stand by Yes The equipment has HDAVI Control 2 or later for available equipment only connected with HDMI cable Examples of timing for operation When the input is switched from HDMI e When the Speaker output is changed from Home theater to TV The connected VIERA Link compatible equipment will be turned off automatically when not in use 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 alOHUOD IAVGHs MAUI VYSIA O If 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 2 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 piece of equipment Recorder Home theater Player that has HD
67. r side panel key continues for more than 3 hours Enable Disable Note e Not in use when setting Auto power on On Off Timer or PC input display e No activity for 3 hours 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 activity for 3 hours e The on screen display will flash 3 2 and 1 to indicate the last three 3 remaining minutes prior to the shut off pooueapy No activity for 3 hours Disable Turns TV On automatically when the cable box or a connected device is turned On No Yes TV AC cord must be plugged into this device TV comes on every time the power is restored e The Sleep timer On Off timer and First time setup will not function if Auto power on is set p 44 Play SD card automaticall Set Thumbnail or Slideshow to play back SD cards automatically Slideshow Thumbnail Set later Off ellas lia Displays TV version and software license gt S E o o Q o Performing Reset will clear all items set with Setup such as channel settings p 40 Reset to defaults 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 20 Changes the station identifier p 41 Checks the signal strength if interference or freezing
68. rd slot is empty gt The card is not inserted No photos P gt The card has no data or this type of data is not supported p gt The file is broken or unreadable Panne meadinls The TV does not support the format Continued HDMI connections to some Panasonic equipment allow you to interface automatically p 32 This function may not work normally depending on the equipment condition The equipment can be operated by other remote controls with this function on even if TV is in Standby mode 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 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 If you connect equipment that has HDAVI Control 2 or later function to the TV with HDMI cable the sound from DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal can be output as multi channel surround HDAVI Control 4 is the newest standard current as of December 2008 for the HDAVI Control compatible equipment This standard 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 co
69. reign objects get inside the Plasma TV please consult an Authorized Service Center E AC Power Supply Cord To prevent fire or electric shock The Plasma TV is designed to operate on a 120 V AC 60 Hz service Insert the power cord plug as far as it will go into the wall socket If the plug is not fully inserted heat may generate which could cause a fire The included power cord is for use with this unit only Do not use any power cord other than that provided with this TV Do not handle the power cord plug with wet hands e Do not do anything that might damage the power supply cord e When disconnecting the power supply cord hold the plug not the cord e Do not use the power supply cord if the plug or cord is damaged Replace the cord or contact your Authorized Service Center E Handling the power supply cord e Insert the power plug fully into the socket outlet If the power plug is loose it could generate heat and cause fire e Ensure that the power plug is easily accessible Ensure the earth pin on the power plug is securely connected to prevent electrical shock An apparatus with CLASS construction shall be connected to a power socket outlet with a protective earthing connection Do not touch the power plug with a wet hand This may cause electrical shock Do not use any power cord other than that provided with this TV This may cause fire or electrical shock Do not damage the power cord A da
70. sc player white white OU O AVEquipment_ E 000 Q e g DVD Recorder Ip or white white so E e g VCR AV Equipment 000 e g DVD Recorder COMPOSITE si OUT E 1 uo IUIaq Psepue s INT VIDEO IN 1 O The S Video input will override the composite video signal when S Video cable is connected Connect either S Video or Video cable 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 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 e For more details on the external equipment s connections please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment Identifying Controls TV controls indicators Front of the TV SD card slot Back of the TV B Selects channels in sequence IB PVOL ERES Volume up down me lt VvoL POWER Y Remote control sen
71. select Reset to defaults E Off Mode Analog 7 Analog Choose the Closed Caption Digital service of Analog broadcasting Digitalisering CC1 4 Information related to pictures Appears at bottom of screen e The settings in Analog or Digital 714 Textual information depend on the broadcaster Appears over entire screen Digital The Digital Closed Caption menu lets you configure the way z you choose to view the digital Closed Caption captioning Display E ut Closed e Primary Second Service 3 Service i 4 Service 5 Service 6 Caption MiTo make more in depth display settings in digital programs Select Digital setting and press OK Select the item and set Digital setting gt select 0 Size Text size j e Font Text font Font Automatic O Style Text style Raised Depressed etc Style Automatic e Foreground Color of text o Fore opacity Opacity of text eae e Background Color of text box e Back opacity Opacity of text box e Outline Outline color of text Identify the setting options on the screen Size Automatic Background Automatic Back opacity Automatic Outline Automatic E To reset the settings Select Reset to defaults and press OK Input Labels Display menu MENU MENU EXIT m Select Setup Menu next VIERA Link O Picture gt select RETURN J Audio Ti
72. settings gt How to Use Menu Functions 0 w0 p 28 Adjustments Configurations options Reset to defaults Resets PC adjust 0H8V The H and V sync signals are input from the HD VD connector p 51 Sync 0 On green Uses a synchronized signal on the Video G signal which is input from the G connector p 51 Alleviates the problem if a picture appears to be vertically striped flickers partially or is Dot clock blurred Adjusts the horizontal position j justs the horizontal position O An O H position i Of gt 1 lt lt 1 O O Adjusts the vertical position 1 Losas E PC V position R Q JON O O adjustments E ere i Alleviates the problem if the whole picture appears to flicker or is blurred First adjust the Dot Clock to get the best possible picture then adjust the Clock Phase so that a clear picture appears It may not be possible to display a clear picture due to poor input signals Clock phase inbut Switches to wide display R latid O Input signal switched from 640x480 to 852x480 0 Input signal switched from 1024x768 to 1280x768 or 1366x768 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 28 O Q N pel o A J Q 0 O ie Q 0 O o J lt 27 28 How to Use Menu Functions Various menus allow you
73. sor E Al button Within about 23 feet 7 meters in front of Displays the Main PC connector 2 the TV set menu o Y NAS i Power indicator INPUTIOK Video Input 2 connector x on red off no light dp ee C A T S sensor Changes the input mode Dd Plasma C A T S Contrast Automatic Chooses menu and submenu entries mi Tracking System p 28 e The TV consumes a limited amount of power as long as the power cord is inserted into the wall outlet Do not place any objects between the TV remote control sensor and remote control Remote control Closed Caption On Off p 19 POWER Switches TV On or Off Standby Y cc e Selects Audio Mode for TV viewing p 19 INPUT MENU EXIT 7 Exits from menu screen sjouod BulAyuep e Changes the input mode p 24 Displays Main Menu p 28 NNERA TOOLS VIERA Link menu p 36 37 A Displays VIERA TOOLS p 21 a lt SUB MENU Viewing from SD Card p 22 23 Displays Sub Menu p 19 30 Selects OK Change Colored buttons used for various functions for example p 18 22 37 Returns to previous menu Channel up down e W o o O O O oO O O 3 lt O 0 y oO Q O oO O e Y Volume up down i P Displays or removes the channel MUTE FORMAT INFO FAVORITE Sound mute On Off al es F banner p 20 Operates the Favorite channel list y ll Changes aspect ratio p 20
74. splay the Please select your viewing environment screen again as shown above and select Home Use do one of the following Press and hold down the front POWER button e Unplug the TV and plug it again Panasonic TV E Press to exit from a menu screen EXIT E Press to return to the previous screen RETURN Adjust the clock First time setup a Tate UEC SN fe next ANT Cable setup gt 5 select Input labels Year Select the year Month Select the month Day Select the day Hour Adjust the hour Minute Adjust the minute O E 2 x 0 ep mi Auto channel setup Select ANT Cable setup First time setup EEUE Clock ANT Cable setup Input labels A Onext K gt gt select Select ANT in ANT Cable setup ANT in set ANT in Y Cable Cable TV Antenna Antenna Not used Skip TV tuning go to O Select Not used when no wire is connected to the Antenna Cable terminal Panasonic e Typical when Cable Satellite box is connected to a TV input TV O Prevents accidental tuning to an unavailable signal Select Auto program dnjas au 18114 e Auto program a gt select ANT Cable setup E Press to exit from ANTR E KA next eos Y EXI gt select e To change setting Language Clock ANT Cable setup Input labels later go to Menu screen p 30 17 18 First T
75. the manufacturer s recommended pedestal or stand corresponding hardware and installation instructions This Plasma TV is for use only with the following optional accessories Use with any other type of optional accessories may cause instability The following accessories are manufactured by Panasonic Corporation e Wall hanging bracket Angled TY WK4P1RW Be sure to ask a qualified technician to carry out the installation and set up Two or more people are required to install or remove the television Some wall mounts wall hanging brackets are not designed to be mounted to walls with steel studs or old cinder block constructions Ask your dealer or licensed contractor to properly secure the wall hanging bracket e Do not place the Plasma TV or its stand on a sloped or unstable surface The Plasma TV may fall or tip over Do not support the Plasma TV on a non specified pedestal e Do not place the Plasma TV on furniture that can easily be used as steps such as a chest of drawers Do not climb or allow children to climb on the Plasma TV Place or install the Plasma TV where it cannot be pushed pulled over or knocked down Route all cords and cables such that they cannot be tripped over or pulled by curious children e Do not place any objects on top of the Plasma TV 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 fo
76. tions alternatives VIERA Link control Selects equipment to access and operate Recorder Home theater Player Camcorder LUMIX p 36 37 Speaker output Selects an audio output Home theater TV p 36 37 f o VIERA Link menu is accessible directly by pressing the VIERA Link button on the remote control p 36 Resets all picture adjustments to factory default settings except for Advanced picture a o 0 2 a E v c wo Basic picture mode Vivid Standard Cinema Custom p 49 Picture mode Mur Adjusts color brightness etc for each picture mode to suit your taste Tint A O EEN 0 100 Sharpness Tint 50 50 Selects a choice of Cool blue Normal or Warm red color Cool Normal Warm Cool Adjusts the brightness and gradation according to the ambient lighting condition Off On C A T S Reduces noise commonly called snow Leave it off when receiving a strong signal Off On Adjusts vertical alignment and size when aspect setting is ZOOM p 47 Sets PC display p 26 Minimizes noise and cross color in the picture On Off D YIC filter Selects image resolution of component connected devices HD SD e SD Standard Definition HD High Definition e Only 480p signal accepted regular TV NTSC is not available Reduces noise of specific digital signals of DVD STB etc On Off Selects Dark or Light Valid only for external input signa
77. to make settings for the picture sound and other functions so that you can enjoy watching TV best suited for you Display menu MENU gt Q MENU EXIT O Displays the functions that can be set varies depending on the input signal L v gt RETURN Select the menu Menu T select VIERA Link dJ Audio OM Timer A Lock f SD card es Closed Caption amp Setup Select the item Picture Reset to defaults Picture mode Contrast 0 Brightness 0 Color 0 Tint 0 Sharpness 0 example Picture menu Panasonic TV O Adjust or select Picture 1 2 Reset to defaults H Press to exit from Contrast 0 select a menu screen Brightness 0 EXIT Color 0 Tint 0 Sharpness 0 PHedust E or E Press to return example Picture menu to the previous screen RETURN E Menu list Item VIERA Link control Speaker output Reset to defaults Picture mode Contrast Brightness Color Tint Sharpness Color temp C A T S Video NR Zoom adjustments PC adjustments 3D Y C filter Color matrix MPEG NR Black level gt 2 lt D 5 o O 2 2 fal e 0 H size Reset to defaults Bass Treble Balance Surround Volume leveler TV speakers HDMI 1 in HDMI 2 in IUE Sleep Timer 1 5 olpne pesueapy Closed Caption Adjustments Configura
78. trol Jf oss next VIETA Link VIERA Link control Speaker output VIEFA Link VIERA Link control z VIERA Link Speaker output control only with the TV s remote Panasonic control Set for HDAVI Control 2 or M Press to exit from later a menu screen EXIT H Press to return to the previous screen RETURN 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 or Player theater is connected Select Speaker output Home theater Adjustment for equipment Select Home theater or TV TE Volume up down iE VIEFA Link a esca VIERA Link control A Cee Mute gt MUTE Speaker output D lt TV e The sound of the TV is muted When the equipment is turned off the TV speakers take over Selecting Home theater turns the equipment on automatically if it is in standby mode MTV 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 e If there is more than one equipment item a Recorder Home theater Player Camcorder LUMIX number after the name indicates the number of items e g Recorder 1 Recorder 2 Recorder 3
79. ts 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 E For hearing or speech impaired TTY users TTY 1 866 605 1277 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 Viera TV 42 amp over In home service One 1 year parts including panel and labour Viera TV under 42 Carry in service One 1 year parts including 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 exc
80. ways supported on the proper stands or installed according to the manufacturer s recommendations Flat panel displays that are inappropriately situated on dressers bookcases shelves desks speakers chests or carts may fall over and may cause personal injury or even death The consumer electronics industry of which Panasonic is a member is committed to making home entertainment enjoyable and safe To prevent personal injury or death be sure to follow the following safety guidelines TUNE INTO SAFETY e One size does NOT fit all Follow the manufacturer s recommendations for the safe installation and use of your flat panel display Carefully read and understand all enclosed instructions for proper use of this product Don t allow children to climb on or play with furniture and television sets Don t place flat panel displays on furniture that can easily be used as steps such as a chest of drawers Remember that children can become excited while watching a program especially on larger than life flat panel displays Care should be taken to install the display where it cannot be pushed pulled over or knocked down e Care should be taken to route all cords and cables connected to the flat panel display so that they cannot be pulled or grabbed by curious children WALL MOUNTING IF YOU DECIDE TO WALL MOUNT YOUR FLAT PANEL DISPLAY ALWAYS e Use a mount that has been recommended by the display manufacturer and or listed by an inde

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