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Safety Precautions 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. CAUTION a triangle is intended to tell user that important The the exclamation point within operating and servicing instructions are in the papers with the appliance. 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.
• 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 foreign objects get inside the Plasma TV, please consult an Authorized Service Center. In the unlikely event that you receive a shock from this product it is possible that your household outlet may be wired improperly. Have an electrician verify that the TV's outlet is properly wired.
Safety Precautions (Continued) CEA CHILD SAFETY NOTICES: 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.
This equipment hasbeen tested andfound tocomply withthelimits foranOther Class Bdigital device, pursuant toPart 15ofthe FCC Rules. These limits aredesigned toprovide reasonable protection against harmful interference inaresidential installation. This equipment generates, uses andcanradiate radio frequency energy and, ifnotinstalled andused inaccordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference toradio communications.
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Accessories/0ptional Accessory (Continued attach Insert it firmly until the tabs on both sides click into place. Reference Antenna _ ® Firmly tighten by hand. 10 Keep pushing both sides until they snap and pull, of connection terminal ..... _ To remove Pin terminals red HDMI terminal blue green __. gr__ Match colors of plugs and terminals. Insert firmly. ® Insert firmly.
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Basic Connection _To (Continued) use HDMI terminals I _ AV OUT HDMI ® Connecting to HDMI terminals will enable you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality sound. ® The HDMI connection is required for a 1080p signal. ® For "VIERA LinkTM connections", please refer to p. 29. _B_To use COMPONENT terminals I = red AV Equipment e.g.
Identifying Controls Front of the TV Back of the TV SD card slot Selects channels in sequence Volume Displays menu POWER button sensor within about 23 feet (7 meters) in front of the TV set up/down the Changes mode Chooses submenu the input Video Input 2 menu and entries Power indicator red, off: no light) C.A.T.S. sensor Plasma C.A.T.S. (Contrast Automatic Tracking System) (p. 26) @@ Eu_- ® The TV consumes a small amount of electric energy even when turned off.
First Time Setup First time setup screen 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. 27) is set to "No". Turn the TV On with the POWER button (TV) _ (Remote) POWER _o_E_or Configure _ Select your your viewing mode language @_Select your viewing mode (Be sure to select "Home use") ¢ Please confirm your selection (Home Use) before pressing OK button.
Auto channel setup (ANT/Cable (_ Select the connected Antenna setup) in terminal Not used: Go to G (Labelinputs) Select "Not used" when no wire is connected to the "Antenna/Cable" ® Typical when a Cable/Satellite box is connected to a TV input. ® Prevents accidental tuning to an unavailable signal. terminal. _2bSelect "Start" Skip: Go to (Labelinputs) @ -m ___ft B Start scanning the channels (Available channels are automatically set.) CD O0 r- Complete the Auto Completion completed.
First Time Setup (Continued) Select the Input labels (Label inputs) Select NEXT then press OK to go to next step. or Follow the instructions on screen to complete the following operations, Label: [BLANK] Not used/Blu-ray/DVD/DVD REC/HOME THTR/GAME/COMPUTER/ VCRICABLEISATELLITEIDVRICAMERA/MONITORIAUXIRECEIVERIMEDIA CTR/MEDIA EXT/OTHER Adjust the Clock (Set clock) Select NEXT then press OK to go to next step.
Watching TV Basic connection (p. 11-12) Turn power on (Remote) (TV) POWER or INPUT ® If the mode is not TV, press _ Select a channel and select TV. (p. 24) number (Remote) or RBD D_D Bm_ m (TV) @@ _-9._ 32_ d:) • To directly enter the digital channel number d:) t- When tuning to a digital channel, press the button to enter the minor number in a compound channel number.
Watching TV • Other Useful Functions (Continued) (Operate after @) ,,1% • Select the Audio SAP mode for watching TV @ Digital mode Press SAP to select next audio track (if available) when receiving a digital channel. @ Analog mode Press SAP to select the desired audio mode. • Each press of SAP will change the audio mode. (Stereo/SAP/Mono) • Switches the Closed caption CC mode On or Off ===# ====_ • Press SUB MENU to show the sub menu screen (p.
_(=] • Set the Favorite 1 Feature [l_L_"/[i'rlt=] • Display the SUB MENU.
Using VIERA TOOLS VIERA TOOLS is the easy way to access frequently-used on the TV screen. Unlike a conventional menu items. They are displayed as shortcut icons menu, you can enjoy using, playing or setting a function quickly. Display VlERA TOOLS Select the item Set each item ® VIERA Link VlERA Link (p. 32-33) ® Slideshow Slideshow (p. 22-23) ® Photo viewer O Photo viewer (p. 22-23) _, Sleep (Off timer) (p.
If you connect equipment that has the "HDAVI Control" function to the TV using an HDMI cable, you will find it easier to use. Please refer to p. 28-33. Before using these functions, you need to set "VIERA Link" setting to "On" as shown below.
Viewingwith VIERAIMAGEVIEWER The VIERA Image Viewer is a function that lets you easily view still images on a VlERA television by simply inserting an SD card into the VlERA SD card slot. (Media other than SD Cards will not work.) Insert the SD card * This setting will be skipped next time unless you select "Set later". Set "Image viewer settings" and select "Play image viewer now" ® "Image viewer settings" will be displayed automatically inserted for the first time. __select Image viewer ,..
® Remove the card ® Insert the card Gently insert the SD Card label surface facing front. Label surface Press in lic on SD then release. Push click is heard ® Compliant card type (maximum capacity): SDHC Card (32 GB), microSDHC Card (16 GB), SD Card (2 GB), miniSD Card (2 GB), microSD Card (2 GB) (requiring microSDHC Card/ miniSD Card/microSD Card adapter) ® If a microSDHC Card, miniSD Card or microSD Card is used, insert/ remove it together with the adapter. ® For cautions and details on SD Cards (p.
Watching Videos and DVDs If you have an applicable equipment connected to the TV, you can watch videos and DVDs on the TV screen. You can select the external equipment With to access. the connected Display equipment turned the Input select On menu INPUT Press the corresponding NUMBER button on the remote control to select the input of your choice. or (example) Terminal Label (example) Select the input of your choice, then press OK.
How to Use Menu Functions Various menus watching allow you to make settings TV best suited for the picture, sound, and other functions so that you can enjoy for you. the menu _ Display @@ ÷ Shows the functions that can be adjusted. ® Some functions will be disabled depending on the type of input signal. ::TO
How to Use Menu Functions • Menu list Menu Item Adjustments/Configurations Reset to defaults* Picture mode Basic picture mode (VividlStandardlCinemalCustom) Contrast, Brightness, Color, Tint, Sharpness Adjusts the color, brightness, etc. for each picture mode to suit your taste ÷ Display range ContrastlBrightnesslColorlSharpness:O100 Tint: -50 - +50 (p. 45) Color temp. Selects a choice of Cool (blue), Normal, or Warm (red) color. (Cool/Normal/Warm) x.v.
(Continued) • Menu list Menu Item ' (alternatives) Sets the mode to select the channel with the Channel up/down button. Channel surf mode (All/Favorite/Digital only/Analog only) ÷ Favorite: Only channels reqistered as FAVORITE. Language Clock ANT/Cable Adjustments/Configurations setup Selects the screen Adjusts the clock. Sets channels. Input labels Selects (p. 18) menu language. (p. 16) (p. 36) the terminal and label of the external equipment. (p.
VIERA Link TM"HDAVI Control TM''* Simultaneously control all Panasonic "HDAVl Control" equipped components using one button on the TV remote. Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with Panasonic products which have the "HDAVl Control" function. This TV supports "HDAVl Control 5" function. Connections to the equipment (DVD recorder DIGA, HD Camcorder, Home theater system, Amplifier, etc.) with HDMI cables allow you to interface with them automatically.
Follow the connection diagrams below for HDAVl control of a single piece of AV equipment such as a DVD recorder (DIGA), Home theater system. Refer to page 30-33 for Setup Menu settings and additional control information. Optional HDMI and/or optical cables are not included.
VIERA Link TM"HDAVI _ Control TM''* Display the menu Select "Setup" Select "VIERA Link settings" select _next Select "VIERA Link" Select "On" (default is On) • Press to exit from a menu screen EXIT Select settings • Press to return to the previous screen REI'URN @ Set 30
(Continued) When using Blu-ray Disc player, DVD player/recorder or Home theater system, the TV will automatically appropriate input, when playback begins on one of those devices• ® For a Home theater system the speakers automatically switch to the theater system. change to the When "Yes" is selected (p• 27), TV is turned on automatically and switches to the appropriate VIERA Link compatible equipment is initially turned on and the Play mode is selected. HDMI input whenever a When "Yes" is selected (p.
VIERA Link TM"HDAVI Control TM'' You can enjoy more convenient operation with the "H DAVI Control" function in the "VIERA Link" menu. For more details on the "HDAVI Control" function, refer to p.
(Continued) You can select the Home theater or TV speakers for audio • output. Control the theater speakers with the TV's remote control. This function is available only when a Panasonic Amplifier or Player theater is connected. Home Volume Adjustment for the equipment up / down ÷ MU_ Mute Select "Speaker output" _2_Select "Home theater" or "TV" theater: ,,_,.&_r4 ® The sound of the TV is muted. ® When the equipment is turned off, the TV speakers take over.
Lock You can lock specified channels _ or shows Display to prevent children from watching objectionable the menu Select "Lock" Youwill beaskedto enteryour password eachtime you displaythe Lockmenu. Input your 4-digit password A 4-digit code must be entered to view a blocked program or change rating settings. RBB B S;41D BDm m ® If it is your first time entering the password, enter the password twice in order to register it. Select the Lock mode • Press a menu to exit from screen EXIT (..
• To select the channel or the rating of the program to lock Select up to 7 (1-7) channels to block. These channels will be blocked regardless of the program rating. Select "Mode" and set to "Custom" _2_Select a channel to lock ® To lock/unlock all channels: Select "Mode" and set to "All" or "Off". All: Locks all channels Off: Unlocks all channels Locks Channel 3, Channel 4, and external inputs.
Editing and Setting Channels The current channel settings can be changed according to your needs and reception conditions, _ Display the menu Select "Setup" Select "ANT/Cable setup" Select the function • Press to exit from a menu screen EXIT Set To reset the settings of the Setup menu Select "Reset to defaults" in the Setup menu (@) and press OK @ Input your 4-digit password with number buttons 36 /
Automatically searches andadds available channels tothememory. Select "ANT in" ÷ Select "Cable" or "Antenna" _ Select a scanning mode (p. 15) Or select "Not used" (p. 15). {2_ Select "Auto program" Settings are made automatically ® After the scanning is completed, select "Apply". (see below _). ® All previously saved channels are erased. Use this procedure when changing the channel setup or changing the channel display. Also, use this to add or skip channels from the channel list manually.
Closed Caption _ Display the menu Select "Closed caption" (2) next (_0select • Press a menu to exit from screen EXIT 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. 43) • Select the item and set On: To display Closed captions. CC on mute:To display Closed captions when the audio is muted. select set (when not using, select "Off").
Input Labels the menu _ Display Select "Setup" @ __@ © cD.-_ Select "Input • labels" Press to exit from a menu screen EXIT Devices connected to external input terminals can be labeled for easier identification input selection. (In selecting the input mode from p. 24 @) • Select the terminal and label of the external during the equipment or Input labels Follow the instructions complete the following Terminal [example] on screen to operations.
Using Timer The TV can automatically turn On/Off at the designated date and time. ® The Clock must be set before On time/Off time settings. (p. 16) ® The "Sleep" timer and "On / Off timer" will not work if the "Auto power on" (p. 27) is set. Display the menu Select "Timer" Select the timer to set I Sleep I Timer 1 z ]Turns ]Turns On/Offautomatically (5 timers can be set.
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 AC 120V 60 Hz @ AC Cord (Connect after all the other connections are complete.) Cb o B B d) @<> -_.
Ratings List for Lock "V-chip" technology enables you to lock channels or shows according to standard ratings set by the entertainment industry. (p. 35) U.S. MOVIE G PG PC-13 R NC-17 X RATINGS (MPAA) NO RATING (NOT RATED) AND NA (NOTAPPLICABLE) PROGRAMS. Movie which has not been rated or where ratinq does not apply. GENERAL AUDIENCES. All ages admitted. PARENTAL GUIDANCE SUGGESTED. Some material may not be suitable for children. PARENTS STRONGLY CAUTIONED.
Technical Information ® For viewing the CC of digital broadcasting, set the aspect to characters might be cut off). ® The CC can be displayed on the TV if the receiver (such as the Component or HDMI connection to the TV. ® If the CC is set to On on both the receiver and TV when the may overlap on the TV.
Technical Information Photo: Still images standards Data format: Max.
(Continued) HDMI connections to some Panasonic equipment allows you to interface automatically. (p. 28) @ 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.
Technical Information (Continued) I-"I_--]k_ ® Aspect Ratio: 4:3 Size 1 ® Aspect Ratio: ® The width will be decreased on both sides to reduce noise. Size 2 FULL/JUST(H-FILL/ZOOM) ® The width will be increased on both sides to reduce noise. See page 26 for more information Do not display a picture in 4:3 mode for an extended period, as this can cause "Image retention" to remain on either or both sides of the display field.
Care and Cleaning First, unplug the Power cord plug from the wall outlet. 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.
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. details (p. 52, 53) For additional assistance, please contact us via the website at: www.panasonic.com/contactinfo www.panasonic.ca For % White spots or shadow images (noise) m m , m J p m m m m M M ÷ Check the position, direction, and connection of the antenna.
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). ÷ "Image retention" (p. 7) 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.
Specifications AC 120 V, 60 Hz Maximum iii_Hiiiii_!ii Standby condition Drive method Aspect 235 W 253 W 299 W 0.5W 0.5W 0.3W AC type 16:9 Ratio Visible screen size (W x H x Diagonal) 42 " class measured (No. of pixels) 36.2 " x 20.4 " x 41.6" 921 mm x 518 mm x 1,057 mrn 786,432 put (41.
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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 Anotacion del cliente El modelo y el numero de serie de este producto se encuentran en su panel posterior.
