Scan, watch and discover how to get the most out of your TV Model No. Número de modelo Escanee, observe y escubra como obtener el máximo de su TV TC-P42X60 TC-P50X60 http://SCN.BY/ 9T9AB0HTW8JBK3 Owner’s Manual 42”/50” Class 720p Plasma HDTV (41.9/49.9 inches measured diagonally) Manual de usuario Televisión de alta definición de 720p y clase 42”/50” de Plasma (41,9/49,9 pulgadas medidas diagonalmente) For assistance (U.S.A./Puerto Rico), please call: 1-877-95-VIERA (958-4372) www.panasonic.
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Safety Precautions CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK 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: 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.
WARNING/CAUTION (TV set) 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. ■ Set up This Plasma TV may fall and can cause personal injury or even death if not installed correctly.
● Do not damage the power cord. (A damaged 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.
CEA CHILD SAFETY NOTICES WARNING Flat panel displays are not always 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.
Accessories/Optional Accessory Accessories Check if you have all of the items shown below. Remote Control Batteries (2) N2QAYB000820 Power cord AA Battery Ferrite core for HDMI cable (2) Pedestal Owner’s Manual Quick start guide Child safety Product Registration Card (U.S.A.) Assembly (p. 9) Optional Accessory Please contact your nearest Panasonic dealer to purchase the recommended optional accessories. For additional details, please refer to the optional accessories installation manual.
Attaching the pedestal to TV ■Assembling the pedestal Fix securely with assembly screws A (Total 4 screws). Tighten screws firmly. Accessories A Assembly screws (4 of each) Pole R L A Pole Base size (M5 × 18) Front ■Set-up Tighten assembly screws B (total 4 screws) loosely at first, then tighten them firmly to fix securely. Getting started B size (M5 × 30) Poles (2) Bottom view Rear side R B Hole for pedestal installation Pole L or R is printed at the bottom of the poles.
Power cord connection To attach To remove Keep pushing both sides until they snap and pull. Insert it firmly until the tabs on both sides click into place. Installing the remote’s batteries Open Hook Close Note the correct polarity (+ or -). Caution Incorrect installation may cause battery leakage and corrosion, resulting in damage to the remote control. not mix old and new batteries. • Do not mix different battery types (such • Do as alkaline and manganese batteries).
Connections Connection Panels DIGITAL AUDIO OUT Back of the TV B C Getting started USB connector A Antenna or Cable connection Back of the TV VHF/UHF Antenna Cable TV Power Cord Connect after all other connections have been made.
AV cable connection Best To use HDMI terminals AV Equipment HDMI AV OUT e.g. Blu-ray Disc player Connect to Audio input terminal HDMI connection (p. 29) DVI OUT HDMI-DVI Conversion cable AV Equipment L AUDIO OUT R e.g. Blu-ray Disc player To use COMPONENT terminals Y red green green PB Good blue blue blue COMPONENT VIDEO OUT AV Equipment PR green red red e.g.
Identifying Controls TV controls/indicators Front of the TV Back of the TV Power indicator (on: red, off: no light) Volume up/down POWER button Remote control sensor Maximum range for remote is 23 feet (7 meters) from front of TV set Getting started C.A.T.S.
Remote control Viewing from external media Switches TV On or Off (Standby) Closed Caption On/Off (p. 16) Sets the period after which the TV turns to standby automatically Operates the Favorite channel list function (p. 18) Displays Main Menu Select source to watch (p. 16) Displays or removes the information banner (p. 17) Exits from menu screen Displays Options Menu for special functions (when available) (p.
First Time Setup The setup screen will be displayed only when the TV is turned on for the first time and after the power cord is inserted into a wall outlet. Turn the TV on with the POWER button or (TV) (Remote) or Note If at the end of the scanning no channels are found, then check: 1. Antenna’s position – or 2. Availability of Cable service Cable, Satellite or Fiber services with a box are typically connected to the TV’s A/V inputs, preferably HDMI, for best HD picture.
Watching TV Turn power on (Remote) (TV) or Note Please select correct input --> (p. 19) Select a channel number To directly enter a digital channel number up When tuning to a digital channel, press the button to enter the minor number in a compound channel number. or down • CH buttons are also available on the side of the TV. [For Cable/Satellite box connection] - Use your connected box’s remote control.
Displaying Information ■ Displays TV status information. Also, when watching programs via the Antenna/ Cable input, INFO will include the channel banner. Program Channel Station identifier 14-1 ABC-HD The News 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM Antenna TV-G Input signal Rating Level SAP CC1 Program duration 480i SD Closed caption SAP indication Signal resolution Change aspect ratio and Zoom the picture ■ Press FORMAT to cycle through the aspect modes (p.
Call up a Favorite channel ■ FAVORITE Channel numbers registered in Favorite are displayed on the favorite tune screen. Select the desired broadcast station with the cursor. select Favorite List 14-1 ATSC-1 2-22 ATSC-03 view ■ Set the Favorite channel While viewing the channel that you want to set: Favorite List select the list number save the displayed channel 14-1 ATSC-1 2-22 ATSC-03 ● When watching a Favorite channel, the icon ♥ will be displayed on the channel banner (p. 17).
Watching content from external devices With the connected equipment turned On Display the Input select menu Select the input mode Input select ANT/Cable in HDMI 1 HDMI 2 AV select or Press INPUT repeatedly to cycle through the enter OK Select available inputs. Exit (example) ● You can label or skip each input mode GAME Label Note ● For details, see the manual for the connected equipment.
Using Media player You can view still and motion images and play music saved on a USB flash memory device.
How to Use Menu Functions Various menus allow you to set the picture, sound, and other functions so that you can enjoy watching TV best suited for you. Display the menu type of input signal. Menu structure Picture Reset to defaults Picture mode Audio Vivid Contrast Lock TV Setup Menu bar Press OK to move to the Menu items. Menu items Press OK to enter submenu page if available. 100 Brightness 60 Color 60 Tint 0 Sharpness 70 Color temp. Cool C.A.T.S.
Picture settings Settings Items Reset to defaults Picture mode Vivid Standard Cinema Game Custom (Photo) Contrast, Brightness, Color, Tint, Sharpness Color temp. C.A.T.S. Adjust the image or picture quality Item Description Resets all picture adjustments to factory default settings except for “Picture mode”. Provides enhanced picture contrast and sharpness for viewing in a well-lit room. Recommended for normal viewing conditions with subdued room lighting. For watching movies in a darkened room.
Audio settings Settings Reset to defaults Bass Treble Balance Surround TV speakers Items Item Description Resets Bass, Treble, Balance, Surround, TV speakers, Digital audio out and Audio Input adjustments to factory default settings. Increases or decreases the bass response. Increases or decreases the treble response. Emphasizes the left / right speaker volume. Off/On On/Off Auto/PCM Audio Input HDMI 1-2 In Enhances audio L/R response when listening to stereo.
Tuning, setting audio mode & language TV settings Settings ANT in Items Cable/ Antenna Auto program Manual program Stereo/SAP/ MTS Mono Audio English/ Language Spanish/ French Preferred Main Audio/ audio type Hearing Impaired/ Visually Impaired Setup Item Description Selects the Audio mode for watching TV (p. 16) Selects the language for TV programs Narration settings for impaired users Hearing Impaired: Activates closed captioning when available on broadcasts.
Settings Items Item Description • 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 the Closed caption (CC) information. (p. 30) • The settings in “Analog” or “Digital” depend on the broadcaster. Choose the Closed caption service of Analog Closed Analog Off/CC1-4/ broadcasting.
Technical Information Ratings List for parental control “V-chip” technology enables you to lock channels or shows according to standard ratings set by the entertainment industry. ■ U.S. MOVIE RATINGS (MPAA) NR G PG PG-13 R NC-17/X ■ CANADIAN ENGLISH RATINGS (C. E. L. R.) Not Rated. All children and General Audience. Parental Guidance suggested. Parental Guidance for children under 13. Restricted Viewing, parental guidance is suggested for children under 17. No one 17 or under allowed. ■ U.S.
Aspect Ratio (FORMAT) Press the FORMAT button to cycle through the aspect modes. This lets you choose the aspect depending on the format of the received signal and your preference. (p. 17) (e.g.: in case of 4:3 image) ● FULL: Enlarges the 4:3 image horizontally to the screen’s side edges. (Recommended for anamorphic picture) ● 4:3: Standard (Note that “Image retention” of the side bar may occur from displaying it for a long time.) ● JUST: Stretches to justify the 4:3 image to the four corners of the screen.
Data format information Compatible Data format for Media player (USB flash memory) Media Photo Videos Music Compatible format • JPEG files (.jpg) (DCF and EXIF standards) Image resolution 15,360 × 8,640 pixels • MP4 files (.mp4/.m4v) Video codec H.264 Audio codec MP3 • AVI files (.avi) Video codec H.264 Audio codec MP3/AC3/MPEG1 • MKV files (.mkv) Video codec H.264 Audio codec MP3/AC3/MPEG1/DTS Core • FLV files (.flv/.f4v) Video codec H.264 Audio codec MP3 • PS files (.mpg/.
HDMI connection HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) allows you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality sound by connecting the TV unit and HD devices. HDMI-compatible equipment (*1) with an HDMI or DVI output terminal, such as a Cable or Satellite 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.
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal 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. Caution ● 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.
Care and Cleaning First, unplug the power cord plug from the wall outlet. Display panel The front of the display panel has been specially treated. Wipe the panel surface gently using only a cleaning cloth or a soft, lint-free cloth. ● If the surface is particularly dirty after cleaning up the dust, 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.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) 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, visit the Panasonic website for further assistance. (see cover) Questions Picture 32 Answers How do I view the picture from devices such as a: Cable/ Satellite box, game console, Blu-ray or DVD player? Press the INPUT button on the remote to select the correct input source.
Picture Sound Why do some small spots on the screen remain bright or dark? The Plasma panel is made up of a few million pixels and is produced with advanced technology through an intricate process. Sometimes a few pixels may be bright or dark. These pixels do not indicate a defective panel and will have no impact on the performance of the TV. Why is the picture brightness changing? Turn the C.A.T.S. feature off. Press MENU -> Picture > C.A.T.S.
Specifications TC-P42X60 TC-P50X60 Display Panel Power Source AC 120 V, 60 Hz Power Consumption 212 W / 0.3 W (Rated power / Standby power) Panel System Plasma Display panel 265 W / 0.3 W Screen size 42 ” class (41.9 inches measured diagonally) 50 ” class (49.9 inches measured diagonally) W × H × Diagonal 36.5 ” × 20.5 ” × 41.9 ” (929 mm × 522 mm × 1,066 mm) 43.5 ” × 24.4 ” × 49.
Index A B C E F H I L Support Information Media player .............................................. 20 Menu .......................................................... 21 Mute ........................................................... 14 O Options menu ............................................ 17 P Pedestal .................................................... 8-9 Picture, Advanced ...................................... 22 Picture settings .......................................... 22 Power ......
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Customer Services Directory (for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico) Customer Services Directory (United States 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: 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.
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USA Only: Disposal may be regulated in your community due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please visit Panasonic website: http://www.panasonic.com/environmental or call 1-888-769-0149. Sólo Estados Unidos: La disposición puede estar regulada en su comunidad debido a consideraciones ambientales. Para información sobre la disposición o reciclaje, por favor visite la página web de Panasonic: http://www.panasonic.com/environmental o llame al 1-888-769-0149.
