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Manual Plasma
Manual Plasma
Manual Plasma
TX-P42X60E
TX-P50X60E
Operating Instructions
Plasma Television
Contents
Be Sure to Read
Important Notice········································· 2
Using Menu Functions ······························· 15
Safety Precautions ····································· 3
Tuning and Editing Channels ······················ 21
Quick Start Guide Child Lock··············································· 22
Accessories ·············································· 4 Updating the TV Software ·························· 23
Connections ·············································· 5 Using Media Player··································· 23
Identifying Controls ····································· 8 VIERA Link ············································· 26
First time Auto Setup ································· 10
Others
Using your VIERA Technical Information ································ 30
Watching TV············································ 11 Maintenance ··········································· 32
Watching External Inputs ··························· 12 FAQs ····················································· 33
Viewing Teletext ······································· 13 Optional Accessories································· 34
Using TV Guide ······································· 14 Specifications ·········································· 34
2
Panasonic does not guarantee operation and Do not use any mains lead other than that provided with
performance of peripheral devices made by other this TV.
manufacturers; and we disclaim any liability or damage Ensure the earth pin on the mains plug is securely
arising from operation and/or performance from usage connected to prevent electrical shock.
of such other maker’s peripheral devices. An apparatus with CLASS I construction shall be
connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective
ROVI CORPORATION AND/OR ITS RELATED earth connection.
AFFILIATES ARE NOT IN ANY WAY LIABLE FOR
THE ACCURACY OF THE PROGRAM SCHEDULE Take care
INFORMATION PROVIDED BY THE GUIDE Warning
PLUS+ SYSTEM. IN NO EVENT SHALL ROVI
Do not remove covers and never
CORPORATION AND/OR ITS RELATED AFFILIATES
modify the TV yourself as live
BE LIABLE FOR ANY AMOUNTS REPRESENTING
parts are accessible when they
LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF BUSINESS, OR
are removed. There are no user
INDIRECT, SPECIAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL
serviceable parts inside.
DAMAGES IN CONNECTION WITH THE PROVISION
Do not expose the TV to rain
OR USE OF ANY INFORMATION, EQUIPMENT,
or excessive moisture. This TV
OR SERVICES RELATING TO THE GUIDE PLUS+
must not be exposed to dripping
SYSTEM.
or splashing water and objects
filled with liquid, such as vases,
must not be placed on top of or
above the TV.
Do not insert foreign objects into the TV through the air
Safety Precautions vents.
Do not use an unapproved pedestal / mounting
To help avoid risk of electrical shock, fire, damage or equipment. Be sure to ask your local Panasonic dealer
injury, please follow the warnings and cautions below: to perform the setup or installation of approved wall-
hanging brackets.
Mains plug and lead Do not apply strong force or impact to the display panel.
Warning Do not place the TV on sloped
or unstable surfaces, and ensure
If you detect anything unusual, that the TV does not hang over
immediately remove the mains the edge of the base.
plug. Do not expose the TV to direct
sunlight and other sources of
heat.
This TV is designed to operate on AC 220-240 V, 50 /
60 Hz.
Insert the mains plug fully into the socket outlet.
Ensure that the mains plug is easily accessible. To prevent the
Disconnect the mains plug when cleaning the TV.
Do not touch the mains plug with wet spread of fire, keep
hands.
candles or other
Do not damage the mains lead. open flames away
Do not place a heavy object from this product at
on the lead.
all times
Do not place the lead near a
high temperature object.
Dangerous part / Small object
Warning
This product contains possibly dangerous parts such
Do not pull on the lead. Hold as plastic bags, that can be breathed in or swallowed
onto the mains plug body by young children accidentally. Keep these parts out of
when disconnecting the plug. reach of young children.
Do not move the TV with the lead plugged into a
socket outlet.
Do not twist the lead, bend it excessively or stretch it.
Do not use a damaged mains plug or socket outlet.
Ensure the TV does not crush the mains lead.
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Pedestal Moving the TV
Warning Caution
Do not disassemble or modify the pedestal. Before moving the TV, disconnect all cables.
Caution The TV is heavy. Move the
Do not use any pedestal other than the one provided TV with at least two people.
with this TV. Support as shown to avoid
Do not use the pedestal if it becomes warped or injury by the TV tipping or
physically damaged. If this occurs, contact your nearest falling.
Panasonic dealer immediately.
During setup, make sure that all screws are securely
tightened. Transport only in upright position. Transporting the TV
Ensure that the TV does not suffer any impact during with its display panel facing upwards or downwards
installation of the pedestal. may cause damage to the internal circuitry.
Ensure that children do not climb onto the pedestal.
Install or remove the TV from the pedestal with at least When not in use for a long time
two people. Caution
Install or remove the TV by the specified procedure. This TV will still consume some power even in the Off
mode, as long as the mains plug is still connected to a
Ventilation live socket outlet.
Caution Remove the mains plug from the wall socket when the
Allow sufficient space around the TV in order to help TV is not in use for a prolonged period of time.
prevent excessive heat, which could lead to early failure
of some electronic components.
Excessive volume
Minimum distance: Caution
Do not expose your ears to
10 excessive volume from the
headphones. Irreversible
10 10 7
damage can be caused.
If you hear a drumming noise in your ears, turn down
the volume or temporarily stop using the headphones.
(cm)
Battery for the Remote Control
Ventilation should not be
Caution
impeded by covering the
ventilation openings with items Incorrect installation may cause battery leakage,
such as newspapers, tablecloths corrosion and explosion.
and curtains. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.
Do not mix old and new batteries.
Whether you are using a pedestal or not, always ensure
Do not mix different battery types (such as alkaline and
the vents at the bottom of the TV are not blocked and
manganese batteries).
there is sufficient space to enable adequate ventilation.
Do not use rechargeable batteries (Ni-Cd, etc.).
Do not burn or break up batteries.
Do not expose batteries to excessive heat such as
sunshine, fire or the like.
Make sure you dispose of batteries correctly.
Accessories
Remote Control Batteries (2) Pedestal Mains lead
(p. 9) R6 (p. 5) (p. 6)
N2QAYB000815 (p. 9)
Accessories may not be placed all together. Take care not to throw them away unintentionally.
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Assembling / Removing the pedestal
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Connections
External equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this TV.
Ensure that the unit is disconnected from the mains socket before attaching or disconnecting any leads.
Check the type of terminals and cable plugs are correct when connecting.
Always use a fully wired SCART or HDMI cable.
Keep the TV away from electronic equipment (video equipment, etc.) or equipment with an infrared sensor.
Otherwise, distortion of image / sound may occur or operation of other equipment may be interfered.
Also read the manual of the equipment being connected.
Terminals
1 CI slot (p. 7)
2 USB port
3 Headphone jack (p. 7)
4
4 DIGITAL AUDIO
1 5 HDMI1 - 2 (p. 6, 7)
6 AV1 (SCART) (p. 6)
5
7 Terrestrial / cable terminal
(p. 6)
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6 8 AV2 (COMPONENT / VIDEO)
3 (p. 7)
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Basic connections
RF cable
Mains lead
(supplied)
Mains lead
To remove from the TV:
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AV devices
Terrestrial aerial
DVD Recorder / VCR
RF cable
Cable
HDMI cable
Terrestrial aerial
SCART cable
Cable
RF cable
DVD Recorder / VCR RF Cable
SCART cable
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Other connections
DVD player
(COMPONENT equipment)
TV
(Listening)
(Listening)
Camcorder
(Viewing)
Game equipment
HDMI cable
Amplifier with External equipment
speaker system (DVD Player, etc.)
Use HDMI2 for connecting an amplifier. This connection is applicable when using an amplifier that has ARC (Audio
Return Channel) function.
As for an amplifier without ARC function, use DIGITAL AUDIO.
To enjoy the sound from the external equipment in multi-channel sound (e.g. Dolby Digital 5.1ch), connect the
equipment to the amplifier. For the connections, read the manuals of the equipment and amplifier.
Headphones
TV
To adjust volume
[Headphone Volume] (p. 18)
(M3 stereo mini plug)
Common Interface If a view card and a card reader come as a set, first insert the card reader,
TV then insert the view card into the card reader.
Insert the module in the correct direction.
Features that appear on the screen are dependent on the contents of the
CI module selected CI module.
Normally encrypted channels will appear. Follow the on-screen
instructions.
If encrypted channel does not appear [Common Interface] (p. 20)
For more information, read the manual of the CI module, or check with the
broadcaster.
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Types of connectable equipment to each terminal
Terminal
AV2
HDMI 1 - 2
DIGITAL
AUDIO
Features AV1
COMPONENT VIDEO
: Recommended Connection
* Use HDMI2 for connecting an amplifier. This connection is applicable when using an amplifier that has ARC (Audio
Return Channel) function.
Identifying Controls
Indicator / Control panel
When pressing 4, 5, 6 buttons, the control panel guide appears on the right side of the screen for 3 seconds to
highlight the pressed button.
3 Power LED
Red: Standby
4 Green: On
The LED blinks when the TV receives a command
5 from the remote control.
4 Input mode selection
6 Press repeatedly until you reach the desired
mode.
[Main Menu]
1 2 3 7 Press and hold for about 3 seconds to display
main menu.
Rear side of the TV OK (when in the menu system)
5 Channel Up / Down
1 Remote control signal receiver Cursor Up / Down (when in the menu system)
Do not place any objects between the TV remote 6 Volume Up / Down
control signal receiver and remote control. Cursor Left / Right (when in the menu system)
2 Ambient sensor 7 Mains power On / Off switch
Senses brightness to adjust picture quality when Use to switch the mains power.
[Ambient Sensor] in the Picture Menu is set to
[On].
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6 OK
1 Confirms selections and choices.
12 Press after selecting channel positions to quickly
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3 Displays the Channel List.
4 14
7 [Option Menu]
5 15 Easy optional setting for viewing, sound, etc.
6 16 8 Coloured buttons
(red-green-yellow-blue)
Used for the selection, navigation and operation of
7 17 various functions.
8 9 Volume Up / Down
18 10 Numeric buttons
Changes channel and teletext pages.
19 Sets characters.
9
When in Standby mode, switches TV on.
20
11 Still
Freezes / unfreezes the picture.
12 Input mode selection (p. 11, 12)
10 TV - switches to DVB-C / DVB-T / Analogue mode.
AV - switches to AV input mode from Input Selection
list.
11 21 13 TV Guide (p. 14)
Displays Electronic Programme Guide.
14 Subtitles
Displays / hides subtitles. (if available)
15 Exit
Returns to the normal viewing screen.
1 Standby On / Off switch Cursor buttons
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2 VIERA TOOLS Makes selections and adjustments.
Displays some special feature icons and accesses
easily. 17 Return
Returns to the previous menu / page.
PHOTO VIDEO MUSIC ECO NAVIGATION
18 Aspect (p. 11)
VIERA Link Displays Aspect Selection list to change aspect
ratio.
[VIERA Link] (p. 29)
Selectable aspect modes may vary depending on
[Photo] in Media Player (p. 23)
the input signal.
[Video] in Media Player (p. 23)
[Music] in Media Player (p. 23) 19 Channel Up / Down
[Eco Navigation] (p. 19) 20 Sound Mute On / Off
3 [Main Menu] (p. 15) 21 Last view
Press to access Picture, Sound, Timer, Setup and Switches to previously viewed channel or input
Help Menus. mode.
4 Teletext button (p. 13) Press again to return to the current view.
Watching less than 10 seconds is not regarded as
5 Information (p. 11) the previously viewed channel or input mode.
Displays channel and programme information.
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Using the On Screen Displays - Operation guide
Many features available on this TV can be accessed via the On Screen Display menu.
Operation guide How to use remote control
Operation guide will help your operation by using the
remote control. Open the main menu
Example: [Sound Menu]
Move the cursor / select from a range of options /
Main Menu 1/2 select the menu item (up and down only) / adjust
Mode Standard levels (left and right only)
Picture Bass 0
Treble 0 Access the menu / store settings after adjustments
Sound Equaliser
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Balance
Timer
Surround Off
Headphone Volume 11
Setup
Auto Gain Control Off Return to the previous menu
Volume Correction 0
Help
Speaker Distance to Wall Over 30cm
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Selects your favourite sound Exit the menu system and return to the normal
Change Page up
mode. Page down viewing screen
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Updating the TV Using Media Player
Software Media Player allows you to enjoy photo, video or music
recorded on a USB Flash Memory.
A new version of software may be released for download Photo mode: Digital photo data will be displayed.
to enhance the performance or operations of the TV. Video mode: Digital video data will be played back.
If there is an update available, a notification message is Music mode: Digital music data will be played back.
displayed when the channel has the update information. Supported file format “Supported file format in
To download Media Player” (p. 31)
During the operation, audio signal is output from AV1,
(Press the EXIT button not to download) DIGITAL AUDIO and HDMI2 (ARC function) terminals.
But no video signals are output. To use HDMI2 with
You can update new software automatically or update ARC function, connect an amplifier that has ARC
manually. function and set to use theatre speakers (p. 27, 29).
[Date] shows the date on which the recording was
[Setup] [System Menu] [System Update] made by the recording equipment. The file without
record of the date is shown “**/**/****”.
The picture may not appear correctly on this TV
To update automatically depending on the recording equipment used.
Select [Auto Update Search in Standby] and set Display may take some time when there are many files
System Update and folders.
Auto Update Search in Standby Off Partly degraded files might be displayed at a reduced
System Update Search Now resolution.
Picture setting may not work depending on the
conditions.
If System Update is performed, the software will be The folder and file names may be different depending
updated (it may change TV functions). on the digital camera or digital video camera used.
If you do not want to do so, set [Auto Update
Search in Standby] to [Off]. To insert or remove the USB Flash Memory
Every time you set, the TV automatically performs a
search in Standby and downloads an update, if any
software updates are available.
The automatic updating is performed in Standby mode
(TV turned off with the remote control).
To update immediately
1 Select [System Update Search Now] Insert or remove straightly and completely.
2 Searches for an update (for several minutes) and Connect the USB Flash Memory to the USB port.
displays a corresponding message if any Check the type of terminals and devices are correct
when connecting.
3 Download
1 Insert the USB Flash Memory to the TV
2 Display [VIERA TOOLS] and select the content
(Photo / Video / Music)
Note
Download may take a few hours. VIERA LINK VIDEO MUSIC ECO NAVIGATION
Photo
During software download and update, DO NOT switch
off the TV. Select the appropriate device and content for playing
The notification message might be a reminder. In this back each file.
case, the schedule information (the date that the new
version can be used) will appear. You can set the To change the device
reservation for update. The update will not start when While the thumbnail is displayed, display the device
the TV is off. selection
(yellow)
To change the contents
While the thumbnail is displayed, display the contents
selection
(blue)
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Photo mode Transition Effect
Selects the transition effect for switching the photo during
Example: Thumbnail - [All photos] the slideshow.
Media Player Photo All photos This function is available when [Frame] is set to [Off].
Auto Makeup
Automatically detects the face in the photo and improves
luminance and contrast.
Screen Mode
Selects enlarged or normal viewing on Single view and
Slideshow.
This function is not available when [Frame] is set to
View Info USB
Select RETURN Option Menu [Collage], [Drift], [Gallery] or [Cinema] / when [Transition
Slideshow View Select Drive Select Contents Select
Effect] is set to [Motion].
: Error display Depending on the photo size, it may not be fully
enlarged to fill the screen, e.g. portrait style picture.
To change the size of photos on a thumbnail screen
Burst Playback
[Change Size] Selects whether to display burst photos in a fast-paced
slideshow mode.
This function is not available when [Frame] is set to
[Single view] - Photos are displayed one at a time.
[Drift], [Gallery] or [Cinema] / when [Transition Effect] is
Select the file from the thumbnail of photos to be set to [Motion].
viewed
Interval
[Slideshow] - Slideshow completes when all photos are Selects slideshow interval.
viewed within the current thumbnail. This function is not available when [Frame] is set to
1 Select the file from the thumbnail of photos [Drift], [Gallery] or [Cinema] / when [Transition Effect] is
for the first view set to [Motion].
Repeat
2 Start Slideshow Slideshow repeat
(red)
Back Ground Music
Selects the back ground music during Photo mode.
[Type1 - 5] are the fixed music each installed in this TV.
To display / hide the operation guide [User]: Music data in the device registered by yourself
will be played back.
To register the music
To sort by folder, recorded date or recorded 1. Select the music file
month Depending on the condition of the device, select folders
until you reach the desired music file.
1 Display the view selection in the thumbnail view
Back Ground Music
(green) PRIVATE
DCIM
2 Select the sort type MISC
001photo
[Folder view]: 002photo
Displays the thumbnail grouped by folder. 003music
The files which are not into a folder will be collected to 01 song.mp3
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Video mode Video Setup
Example: Thumbnail - [Title view] [Video Setup]
Media Player Video Title view
Video Preview
Trip1 Trip2 Trip3 Trip4 Trip5 Room Nature1 Sets to start the preview of the title or scene in the
thumbnail view.
Image may not be displayed for an instant in the
Nature2 Nature3 Nature4 Nature5 Nature6 2011_4 2011_7
thumbnail view. Set the preview [Off] to resolve this.
Only available in the thumbnail view
2011_9 Multi Audio, Dual Mono Audio
Access Info USB
Select RETURN Option Menu Selects between selectable sound tracks (if available).
Play Drive Select Contents Select
It may take several seconds to change the sound.
: Error display Only available during playback
: The file does not support thumbnail view. Subtitle
The preview will start when the title / scene is highlighted Subtitles On / Off (if available).
if it supports a preview. Only available during playback
To turn off the preview [Video Preview] Subtitle Text
Selects the font type to display subtitles correctly (if
1 Select the title / scene available).
2 Start playback Only available during playback
(red) Repeat
If you stopped the last playback on the way, the Playback repeat within the selected file (depending on
confirmation screen is displayed to select whether the content).
to start from where you stopped last time or from the
beginning.
To display / hide the operation guide and information
banner
While the time seek bar is displayed, use left and right
cursor button.
Press: Search about 10 seconds
Press and hold: Search rapidly
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Music mode VIERA Link
Example: Thumbnail - [Folder view]
Media Player Music Folder view VIERA Link “ ”
Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with
My Music_1 My Music_2 My Music_3 Panasonic products which have “HDAVI Control™”
function.
VIERA Link (HDAVI Control) connects the TV and the
equipment with VIERA Link function, and enables easy
control, playback, energy saving, creating home theatre,
etc., without complicated settings. Connections to the
Access USB
Select RETURN
Info
Option Menu
equipment (DIGA Recorder, HD Video Camera, Player
Play Folder Drive Select Contents Select theatre, Amplifier, etc.) with an HDMI cable allow you
to interface them automatically (p. 27). These features
1 Select the folder / file are limited to models incorporating “HDAVI Control” and
“VIERA Link”.
2 Start playback This TV supports “HDAVI Control 5” function.
(red) “HDAVI Control 5” is the newest standard for HDAVI
To display / hide the operation guide Control compatible equipment. This standard is
compatible with conventional HDAVI equipment.
Some functions are not available depending on the
equipment’s version of HDAVI Control. Confirm the
connected equipment’s version of HDAVI Control.
Music Setup Some functions may not work properly depending on
the connected equipment.
[Music Setup] VIERA Link features may be available even with other
manufacturers’ equipment supporting HDMI CEC.
VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” is a unique function
Repeat that we have developed and added based on the
[Folder]: Playback repeat within the selected folder control functions provided by HDMI which is an
[One]: Playback repeat of the selected one file industry standard known as HDMI CEC (Consumer
Electronics Control). As such, its operation with other
manufacturers’ equipment that supports HDMI CEC
cannot be guaranteed.
Please refer to individual manuals for other
manufacturers’ equipment supporting VIERA Link
function.
About applicable Panasonic equipment, consult your
local Panasonic dealer.
To confirm this TV’s version of HDAVI Control
[System Information] (p. 20)
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Summary of VIERA Link features VIERA Link (HDMI and Audio out
connections)
VIERA Link (HDMI connection)
Player theatre
Amplifier
Connected
DIGA Recorder
Disc Player
DVD Player / Blu-ray
LUMIX Camera
HD Video Camera /
Connected equipment
equipment
Features
Features
Easy playback *3 *3 –
Power on Link –
Easy playback Power off Link
Power on Link Standby Power Save – *2 –
Power off Link Intelligent Auto Standby *2 *4 *2 *4 *2
Standby Power Save * 2 * 2 – VIERA Link Control *1 *1 –
Intelligent Auto Standby *2 *2 – Speaker Selection
VIERA Link Control *1 *1 *1
Speaker Selection – – – Connection
Connection
*5
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*4: Except for watching a disc. Power on Link
*5: If the connected equipment has “HDAVI Control 5”
function, you do not have to use this audio cable Set [Power on Link] to [On] in the Setup Menu to use
(Optical digital audio cable or SCART cable). In this this function (p. 20)
case, connect the equipment to the TV’s HDMI2 When the connected equipment starts playback or
terminal via an HDMI cable. direct navigator / function menu for the equipment are
activated, the TV is automatically turned on. (Only when
VIERA Link Control of compatible equipment the TV is in Standby mode.)
Table below displays maximum number of compatible
equipment that can be controlled by [VIERA Link
Control]. This includes connections to equipment
Power off Link
already connected to the TV. Set [Power off Link] to [On] in the Setup Menu to use
For example, DIGA Recorder connected to Amplifier this function (p. 20)
which is connected to the TV via an HDMI cable. When the TV is set to Standby mode, the connected
Maximum equipment is also automatically set to Standby.
Type of the equipment This function will work even if the TV enters Standby
number
mode automatically by auto power standby function.
Recorder (DIGA Recorder, etc.) 3
Player (DVD Player, Blu-ray Disc
Player, HD Video Camera, LUMIX Standby Power Save
3
Camera, Digital Camera, Player
Set [Standby Power Save] to [On] in the Setup Menu
theatre, Blu-ray Disc theatre, etc.)
to use this function (p. 20)
Audio system (Player theatre, Blu- The power consumption of the connected equipment
1
ray Disc theatre, Amplifier, etc.) in Standby mode is controlled higher or lower in
Tuner (Set top box, etc.) 4 synchronisation with the TV on / off state to reduce the
consumption.
When the TV is set to Standby mode, the connected
equipment is automatically set to Standby and the power
Operations consumption of the connected equipment is automatically
Preparations minimised.
VIERA Link connection (p. 27) When the TV is turned on, the connected equipment
Set up the connected equipment. Read the manual of is still in Standby mode, but the power consumption is
the equipment. increased to make startup time fast.
Set [VIERA Link] to [On] in the Setup Menu. (p. 20) This function is effective if the connected equipment
Set up the TV. can change the power consumption in Standby mode
After connection, turn the equipment on and then and is set to higher consumption.
switch the TV on. This function works when [Power off Link] is set to [On].
Select the input mode from HDMI1 or HDMI2 (p. 12),
and make sure that an image is displayed correctly.
This setup should be done each time when the Intelligent Auto Standby
following conditions occur: Set [Intelligent Auto Standby] to [On] in the Setup
for the first time Menu to use this function (p. 20)
when adding or reconnecting equipment When the TV is on, non-watched or non-used connected
when changing setup equipment goes into Standby mode automatically to
reduce the power consumption. For example, when the
input mode is switched from HDMI or when [Speaker
Easy playback Selection] is changed to [TV] (except for watching a disc).
Automatic input switching - When the connected This function may not work properly depending on the
equipment is operated, input mode is switched connected equipment. If required, set to [Off].
automatically.
Image or sound may not be available for the first few
seconds when input mode is switched.
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VIERA Link Control If you access non-VIERA Link equipment
The type of the connected equipment is displayed.
You can control some functions of the connected
Although you can access the connected equipment, you
equipment with this TV remote control pointing at the
cannot operate it. Use its own remote control to operate
TV’s signal receiver.
If you cannot operate, check the settings and the the equipment.
equipment.
1 Display [VIERA TOOLS] and select [VIERA Link] Speaker Selection
You can control the theatre speaker with this TV remote
PHOTO VIDEO MUSIC ECO NAVIGATION control pointing at the TV’s signal receiver.
VIERA Link
If you cannot operate, check the settings and the
equipment.
2 Select [VIERA Link Control]
3 Select the type of the connected equipment to 1 Display [VIERA TOOLS] and select [VIERA Link]
access
PHOTO VIDEO MUSIC ECO NAVIGATION
VIERA Link Menu VIERA Link
[Recorder1-3 / Player1-3]
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Technical HDMI connection
This TV incorporates HDMI™ technology. HDMI (high-
Information definition multimedia interface) allows you to enjoy
high-definition digital images and high-quality sound by
connecting the TV and the equipment.
Aspect Control Signal HDMI-compatible equipment*1 with an HDMI or DVI
Programmes usually contain an “Aspect Control Signal” output terminal, such as a DVD player, a set top box or
(Widescreen signal, Control signal through SCART / game equipment, can be connected to the HDMI terminal
HDMI terminal). using an HDMI compliant (fully wired) cable.
In [Auto] mode, aspect mode will appear in the top left Applicable HDMI features
of the screen if a Widescreen signal (WSS) or a Control
Input audio signal: 2ch Linear PCM (sampling
signal through SCART (pin8) / HDMI terminal is found.
frequencies - 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 32 kHz)
The aspect will switch to the appropriate ratio.
Input video signal “Input signal that can be
Available conditions for the Widescreen displayed” (p. 31)
signal (WSS) Match the output setting of the digital equipment.
VIERA Link (HDAVI Control 5) “VIERA Link”
Input terminal Input signal format (p. 26)
DVB-C Content Type
DVB-T Deep Colour
Cable
x.v.Colour™
Terrestrial PAL B, G, H, I, D, K Audio Return Channel*2
SECAM B, G, L, L’, D, K (HDMI2 terminal only)
AV1 / AV2 PAL DVI connection
(Composite) SECAM If the external equipment has only a DVI output, connect
AV2 to the HDMI terminal via a DVI to HDMI adaptor cable.
625 (576) / 50i, 50p When the DVI to HDMI adaptor cable is used, connect
(Component)
the audio cable to AV2 audio terminals.
Note Note
If the screen size looks unusual when a widescreen- Audio settings can be made on [HDMI Input] in the
recorded programme is played back on a VCR, adjust Sound Menu. (p. 18)
the tracking of the VCR. If the connected equipment has an aspect adjustment
function, set the aspect ratio to “16:9”.
These HDMI connectors are compatible with HDCP
(High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection) copyright
protection.
Equipment having no digital output terminal may be
connected to the input terminal of component or video
to receive analogue signals.
*1: The HDMI logo is displayed on HDMI-compliant
equipment.
*2: Audio Return Channel (ARC) is a function to send
digital sound signals via an HDMI cable.
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Input signal that can be displayed ASF (.asf / .wmv)
Video codec: MPEG4 SP/ASP, VC-1, Windows Media
COMPONENT (AV2) / HDMI terminal Video Ver. 9
Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus,
COMPONENT
HE-AAC, LPCM, MP3, WMA
Copy-protected files cannot be played back.
HDMI
Signal name WMA Pro and WMA Lossless are not supported.
Some files may not be played back even if they fulfil PS (.mod / .mpg / .mpeg / .vob / .vro)
these conditions. Video codec: H.264 BP/MP/HP, MPEG1, MPEG2, VC-1
Do not use two-byte characters or other special codes Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus,
for file names. HE-AAC, LPCM, MPEG Audio, MP3
Connected devices may become unusable with this TV
if the file or folder names are changed. TS (.mts / .m2ts / .tp / .trp / .ts / .tts)
Video codec: H.264 BP/MP/HP, MPEG1, MPEG2, VC-1
Audio codec: AAC, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS
Photo core, HE-AAC, MPEG Audio, MP3
JPEG (.jpg / .jpeg)
Image resolution (pixel): 8 × 8 to 30,719 × 17,279
Sub-sampling: 4:4:4, 4:2:2, 4:2:0
Subtitles
DCF and EXIF standards MicroDVD, SubRip, TMPlayer (.srt / .sub / .txt)
Progressive JPEG is not supported. The video file and subtitles text file are inside the same
folder, and the file names are the same except for the
file extensions.
Video If there are more than one subtitles text files inside the
AVI (.avi) same folder, they are displayed in the following order of
Video codec: H.264 BP/MP/HP, MPEG1, MPEG2, priority: “.srt”, “.sub”, “.txt”.
MPEG4 SP/ASP, VC-1, Windows Media Video Ver. 9
Audio codec: AAC, ADPCM, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital
Plus, DTS core, HE-AAC, LPCM, MPEG Audio, MP3,
Music
WMA MP3 (.mp3)
Some subtitles or chapter functions may not be
available. AAC (.m4a)
WMA Pro and WMA Lossless are not supported. Copy-protected files cannot be played back.
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USB devices
It is recommended to connect the USB device to the
Maintenance
TV’s USB port directly. First, remove the mains plug from the
Some USB devices or USB HUB may not be used with socket outlet.
this TV.
You cannot connect any devices by using USB card
reader.
Display panel, Cabinet, Pedestal
You cannot use two or more same kind of USB devices Regular care:
simultaneously except USB Flash Memory. Gently wipe the surface of the display panel, cabinet,
Additional information for the devices may be on the or pedestal by using a soft cloth to clean the dirt or
following website. (English only) fingerprints.
http://panasonic.net/viera/support For stubborn dirt:
USB Flash Memory (for playing back in Media First clean the dust on the surface. Dampen a soft cloth
Player) with clean water or diluted neutral detergent (1 part
USB Flash Memory format: FAT16, FAT32 or exFAT detergent to 100 parts water). Wring the cloth and wipe
A USB HDD formatted on a PC is not guaranteed to the surface. Finally, wipe away all the moisture.
work in Media Player. Caution
Data modified with a PC may not be displayed. Do not use a hard cloth or rub the surface too hard,
Do not remove the device while the TV is accessing otherwise this may cause scratches on the surface.
data. Otherwise this can damage device or TV. Take care not to subject the TV’s surfaces to water or
Do not touch the pins on the device. detergent. Liquid inside the TV could lead to product
Do not subject the device to a high pressure or impact. failure.
Insert the device in the correct direction. Otherwise this Take care not to subject the surfaces to insect
can damage device or TV. repellent, solvent, thinner or other volatile substances.
Electrical interference, static electricity, or erroneous This may degrade surface quality or cause peeling of
operation may damage the data or device. the paint.
Back up the recorded data at regular intervals to The surface of the display panel is specially treated
prevent data deterioration, data damage or erratic and may be easily damaged. Take care not to tap or
operation of the TV. Panasonic is not liable for any scratch the surface with your fingernail or other hard
deterioration or damage of recorded data. objects.
Do not allow the cabinet and pedestal to make contact
USB Keyboard with a rubber or PVC substance for a long time. This
Keyboards requiring the drivers are not supported. may degrade surface quality.
To change the language type [USB Keyboard
Layout] (p. 20)
Characters may not be displayed correctly on the TV Mains plug
screen depending on the connected keyboard or the
Wipe the mains plug with a dry cloth at regular intervals.
keyboard layout setting.
Some of the keys of keyboards may correspond to the Moisture and dust may cause fire or electrical shock.
operation of the remote control.
Keyboard Remote Control
npmo Cursor buttons
Enter OK
Backspace BACK/RETURN
Esc EXIT
0 - 9 / Character Numeric buttons
F1 GUIDE
F2 VIERA TOOLS
F3 MENU
F4 AV
F5 / F6 Channel Down / Up
F7 / F8 Volume Down / Up
F9 / F10 / F11 / F12 Coloured buttons
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FAQs
Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to solve the problem.
When an error message appears, follow the message’s instructions. If the problem still persists, contact your local
Panasonic dealer or the authorised service centre.
Block noise, frozen or disappearing image occurs The TV goes into Standby mode
in DVB mode / White spots or shadow image Auto power standby function is activated.
(ghosting) occurs in Analogue mode / Some
channels cannot be tuned The remote control does not work or is
Check the position, direction and connection of the intermittent
aerial. Are the batteries installed correctly? (p. 9)
Check [Signal Condition] (p. 19). If [Signal Quality] Has the TV been switched on?
is displayed in red, the DVB signal is weak. The batteries may be running low. Replace them
Connecting the aerial to the TV directly may with new ones.
improve signal quality than connecting the aerial Point the remote control directly at the TV’s remote
through the equipment (set top box, DVD, etc.). control signal receiver (within about 7 m and a 30
Weather conditions will affect signal reception degree angle of the signal receiver).
(heavy rain, snow, etc.), in particular in poor Situate the TV away from sunshine or other sources
reception areas. Even during good weather, the of bright light not to shine on the TV’s remote
high pressure can cause poor reception of some control signal receiver.
channels. No image can be displayed
Due to the digital reception technologies involved, Check the TV is turned on.
quality of the digital signals may be relatively low in Check the mains lead is plugged into the TV and
some cases, despite good reception of analogue the socket outlet.
channels. Check the correct input mode is selected.
Consult your local dealer or service provider for the Check the setting of [AV2] ([COMPONENT] /
availability of services. [VIDEO]) in [Input Selection] to match the output of
Picture quality problem the external equipment (p. 12).
Check the settings of the Picture Menu. Check the settings of the Picture Menu.
Set [Noise Reduction] and [MPEG Noise Check all required cables and connections are
Reduction] to remove noise (p. 16). firmly in place.
Check nearby electrical products (car, motorcycle, Unusual image is displayed
fluorescent lamp). Turn the TV off with Mains power On / Off switch,
Reset channels. then turn it on again.
Check that the output of the external equipment If the problem persists, initialise all settings.
matches the input of the TV. When connecting with [Shipping Condition] (p. 20)
SCART, ensure the output setting of the external
equipment is not S-Video. Unusual sound from the TV
When the power is on, drive noise may be heard
Sound quality problem from inside the TV (not a sign of faulty operation).
Check the volume level or sound mute.
Check connections and setting of external Parts of the TV become hot
equipment. Even if the temperature of parts of the front, top and
Ensure that [Speaker Selection] is set to [TV] rear panels has risen, these temperature rises do
(p. 29). not cause any problems in terms of performance
Sound signal reception may be deteriorated. or quality.
Set [MPX] to [Mono] (p. 18).
Permanently lit spots on screen
Picture or sound problems with HDMI connection Due to production process involved in this
Check the HDMI cable is connected properly. technology this may result in some pixels which are
Turn the TV and equipment off, then turn them on permanently lit or unlit. This is not a malfunction.
again.
Check an input signal from the equipment. Overcurrent error message appears
Use equipment compliant with EIA/CEA-861/861D. The connected USB device might cause this error.
Set the sound setting of the connected equipment Remove the device and turn the TV to standby
to “2ch L.PCM”. mode with Standby On / Off switch, then turn it on
Check the [HDMI Input] setting (p. 18). again.
If digital sound connection has a problem, select Check foreign objects are not inside the USB port.
analogue sound connection.
The TV does not switch on
Check the mains lead is plugged into the TV and
the socket outlet.
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Optional Accessories
Please contact your local Panasonic dealer to purchase the recommended optional accessories. For additional details,
please read the manual of the optional accessories.
Wall-hanging bracket
TY-WK4P1RW Tilting angle for this TV: 0 (vertical) to 15 degrees
Warning
Using other wall-hanging brackets, or installing a wall-hanging bracket by yourself have the risk of personal injury and
product damage. In order to maintain the unit’s performance and safety, be absolutely sure to ask your dealer or a
licensed contractor to secure the wall-hanging brackets. Any damage caused by installing without a qualified installer
will void your warranty.
Carefully read the instructions accompanying optional accessories, and be absolutely sure to take steps to prevent
the TV from falling off.
Handle the TV carefully during installation since subjecting it to impact or other forces may cause product damage.
Take care when fixing wall brackets to the wall. Always ensure that there are no electrical cables or pipes in the wall
before hanging bracket.
To prevent fall and injury, remove the TV from its fixed wall position when it is no longer in use.
Specifications
42-inch model 50-inch model
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AV1 input / output SCART (Audio/Video in, Audio/Video out, RGB in)
VIDEO RCA PIN Type × 1 1.0 V[p-p] (75 :)
AV2 input AUDIO L - R RCA PIN Type × 2 0.5 V[rms]
(COMPONENT /
Connection terminals
Note
Design and Specifications are subject to change without notice. Mass and Dimensions shown are approximate.
For the information of power consumption, display resolution, etc., please refer to Product fiche.
This equipment complies with the EMC standards listed below.
EN55013, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3, EN55020
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Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used
Batteries
These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used
electrical and electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste.
For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and used batteries, please take them to
applicable collection points, in accordance with your national legislation and the Directives 2002/96/EC
and 2006/66/EC.
By disposing of these products and batteries correctly, you will help to save valuable resources and
prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise
arise from inappropriate waste handling.
For more information about collection and recycling of old products and batteries, please contact your
local municipality, your waste disposal service or the point of sale where you purchased the items.
Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national
legislation.
For business users in the European Union
If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your dealer or supplier for
further information.
[Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union]
These symbols are only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard these items, please
contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.
Note for the battery symbol (bottom two symbol examples):
This symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol. In this case it complies with the
requirement set by the Directive for the chemical involved.
Customer’s Record
The model number and serial number of this product may be found on its rear panel. You should note this serial
number in the space provided below and retain this book, plus your purchase receipt, as a permanent record of
your purchase to aid in identification in the event of theft or loss, and for Warranty Service purposes.
Model Number Serial Number
TQB0E2329U
Web Site: http://panasonic.net