Operating Instructions Plasma Television Model No. TH-42PX74EA INPUT OPTION DIRECT TV REC EXIT RETURN TV English 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.
Turn your own living room into a movie theatre! Experience an amazing level of multi- Notice for DVB functions • •• 2 Any functions related to DVB (Digital Video Broadcasting) will work in areas where DVB-T (MPEG2) digital terrestrial broadcasting are received. Consult your local Panasonic dealer with coverage areas. DVB functions may not be available in some countries. This TV has the capability for DVB specifications. But future DVB services cannot be guaranteed.
media excitement Contents Be Sure to Read • •• Safety Precautions ······································ 4 (Warning / Caution) Notes ··························································· 5 Maintenance ··············································· 5 Enjoy rich multi-media Personal computer DVD Recorder Set top box Enjoy your TV! Basic Features VCR DVD player •• • Watching TV ·············································· 14 Watching Videos and DVDs ······················ 16 Viewing Telete
Safety Precautions Warning Handling the mains plug and lead Insert the mains plug fully into the socket outlet. (If the mains plug is loose, it could generate heat and cause fire.) Ensure that the mains plug is easily accessible. Ensure the grounding pin on the mains plug is securely connected to prevent electrical shock. An apparatus with CLASS I construction shall be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection. Do not touch the mains plug with a wet hand.
Notes Caution Do not display a still picture for a long time When cleaning the TV, remove the mains plug (Cleaning an energized TV may cause electrical shock.) When TV will not be used for a long time, remove the mains plug This TV will still consume some power even in the Off mode, as long as the mains plug is still connected to a live socket outlet. Transport only in upright position Transporting the TV with its display panel facing upright or downward may cause damage to the internal circuitry.
Accessories / Options Standard accessories Remote Control Transmitter • EUR7737Z50 Check that you have the accessories and items shown Batteries for the Clamper (2) Mains Lead Remote Control Transmitter (2) • R6 (UM3) TV Operating Instructions Pan European Guarantee Card Pedestal (ST-42D2-WK) • TBL0E0007 For installation Installing remote’s batteries Pull open 1 Using the clamper • • • • Rear of the TV Hook 2 p. 7 and p. 8 Close 1.
Installation of the pedestal Warning Do not disassemble or modify the pedestal. Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result. • • • • • • • Caution • Note Maintenance Wipe the surfaces with a soft, dry cloth. If the pedestal is particularly dirty, clean it using a cloth soaked with water to which a small amount of neutral detergent has been added, and then wipe with a dry cloth.
Installation of the pedestal ■Attaching the bands for fixing cables Insert the spigot on the two To tighten: bands into the pedestal. To loosen: Keep the knob pressed E Preventing the TV from falling over The TV could fall over during an earthquake, etc. We recommend that measures are taken to prevent the TV from falling over in such an event. The information in this section is designed to reduce the risk of injuries caused by the TV falling over during an earthquake, etc.
Identifying Controls Changes the input mode Function select • Volume / Contrast / Brightness / Colour / Sharpness / Tint (NTSC mode) / Bass / Treble / Balance / Auto Setup (p. 29) Mains power On / Off switch Increases or decreases the programme position by one. When a function is already displayed, press to increase or decrease the selected function. When in Standby mode, switches TV On.
Basic Connection External equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this TV. Please ensure that the unit is disconnected from the mains socket before attaching or disconnecting any leads. When disconnecting the mains lead, be absolutely sure to disconnect the mains plug at the socket outlet first.
Example 3 Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR and Set top box TV, DVD Recorder / VCR and Set top box Rear of the TV Clamper To unfasten RF cable COMPONENT VIDEO HDMI 2 • AV 1 HDMI 1 AV AV 2 AUDIO RGB VIDEO Basic Connection AC 220-240 V 50 / 60 Hz RGB VIDEO S VIDEO Quick Start Guide • Aerial AUDIO PC AUDIO IN Mains lead (supplied) RF cable RF OUT RF IN SCART cable (fully wired) DVD Recorder or VCR RF cable SCART cable (fully wired) RF OUT SCART cable (fully wired) RF IN RF cable RF IN S
Auto Setup Search and store TV channels automatically. These steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed by your local dealer. 1 Plug the TV into mains socket and switch On 2 Select the language (Takes a few seconds to be displayed) • EXIT select Menüsprache Deutsch English Français Italiano Еλληνικά čeština Slovenčina Srpski INPUT OPTION DIRECT TV REC You can now use the remote control to turn On the TV or turn the TV to standby mode.
Many features available on this TV can be accessed via the On Screen Display menu.
Watching TV INPUT 1 Turn power on 2 Select DVB (Digital Video Broadcasting) or Analogue (Press for about 1 second) Mains power On / Off switch should be On. OPTION DIRECT TV REC EXIT RETURN 1 BBS Corontation Street 20 : 00 ~ 20 : 55 • 23:35 Now Profile 1 Change category For info press Information banner You can also select the mode using the TV button on the front panel of the TV. Volume 3 Select a channel up or down TV • • To select the two or three-digit programme number, e.g.
■ Other useful functions (Operate after ) Hold Freeze / unfreeze picture Display subtitles Display / hide subtitles (if available) • To change the language for DVB “Preferred Subtitles” (p.
Watching Videos and DVDs Connect the external equipment (VCRs, DVD equipment, etc.) and you can watch the input. To connect the equipment (p. 10 and p. 11) The Remote Control is capable of operating some functions of selected Panasonic external equipment. 1 Turn the TV on 2 Display the Input select menu 3 Select the input mode connected to the equipment INPUT OPTION DIRECT TV REC EXIT RETURN ■ When connecting with SCART as example 2 or 3 (p. 10 and p.
Panasonic equipment connected to the TV can be directly operated with the remote control.
Viewing Teletext You can enjoy teletext broadcasting, including news, weather forecasts and subtitles, if this service is provided by the broadcasters. What is FLOF (FASTEXT) mode? In FLOF mode, four differently coloured subjects are situated at the bottom of the screen. To access more information about one of these subjects, press the appropriately coloured button. This facility enables fast access to information on the subjects shown.
If you wish to hold the current page without updating HOLD INDEX Stop or resume automatic updating ■ To resume Return to the main index page Call up a favourite pages View in multi window •• STTL (Analogue mode only) Call up the page stored in “blue”. Factory setting is “P103”. Watch TV and Teletext in two windows at once • (Press twice) • Select Picture and text On or Off Operations can be made only in Teletext screen.
How to Use Menu Functions Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions.
■ Overview Main Menu VIERA Link Picture VIERA Link Menu VIERA Link Control Speaker Selection The menu of the accessed equipment Recorder Home Cinema (p. 37) Sound Setup Picture Menu Viewing Mode Contrast Brightness Colour Sharpness Tint Colour Balance Colour Management P-NR 1/2 Dynamic Warm Off Off • Picture Menu 2/2 Off Off Set How to Use Menu Functions (picture, sound quality, etc.) MPEG NR 3D-COMB Reset to Default (p.
How to Use Menu Functions ■ Menu list Item Menu Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) VIERA Link Speaker Selection Controls the connected Panasonic equipment “Easy control only with VIERA remote control” (p. 37) “Speaker control” (p. 37) You can also access VIERA Link Menu directly using the VIERA Link button on the remote control.
■ Menu list Item Menu AV Colour System Selects optional colour system based on video signals in AV mode (Auto / PAL / SECAM / M.NTSC / NTSC) DVB Profile Edit DVB Service List Creates list of favourite programmes (p. 27) Q-Link Settings Q-Link Selects which AV terminal is to be used for data communication between this TV and a compatible recording equipment (AV1 / AV2) (p.
DVB Settings (DVB mode) DVB Settings provide access to various advanced features.
The Common Interface Module menu provides access to software contained on Common Interface (CI) Modules. This TV receiver works only Pay TV modules complying with CI standard. Caution • • CI slot Insert or remove straightly and completely CI module Rear of the TV Insert the CI module (optional) The features that appear on screen are dependent on the contents of the selected CI module. Normally pay-TV services will appear without and . If pay-TV services does not appear, perform and .
Editing Channels You can make your favourite channel lists, skip unwanted channels and control channel audience. 1 • INPUT OPTION DIRECT TV REC EXIT Select DVB or Analogue “DVB Profile Edit” and “DVB Service List” are available in DVB mode only.
Create your favourite channel list (Profile) from various broadcasters (up to 4: Profile 1 to 4). The list is displayed in information banner (p. 15) and then easily accessed.
Tuning Channels You can re-tune all TV channels when moving house or search for new services which may have recently started broadcasting. INPUT OPTION DIRECT TV REC EXIT RETURN 1 Select DVB or Analogue 2 Display the menu 3 Select “Setup” • • “DVB Manual Tuning”, “Add New DVB Services”, “New Service Message” and “DVB Signal Condition” are available in DVB mode only. “Analogue Programme Edit” and “Analogue Manual Tuning” are available in Analogue mode only.
Automatically set the DVB and Analogue channels received in the area. If a Child Lock PIN number (p. 27) has been set, it must be entered.
Tuning Channels Set DVB channel manually Normally use “Auto Setup” or “Add New DVB Services” for the DVB channel setting. If tuning has not done completely, use this function. DVB Manual Tuning [CH21] Frequency Signal Quality Signal Strength Prog. Channel 474,00 MHz 10 10 0 0 Net ID. Service Name TS ID.
Restore Settings Resets the TV to its original condition, i.e. no channels tuned in. All settings (channels, picture, sound quality, etc.) are reset.
Input Labels For easier identification and selection of the input mode, you can label each input terminals or skip terminal that is not connected to any equipment. (To select the input mode p.
Displaying PC Screen on TV The screen of the PC connected to the TV can be displayed on the TV. You can also listen to PC sound with the audio cable connected. To connect PC (p.
Q-Link Functions Q-Link connects the TV and VCR / DVD recorder, enables easy recording and playback. ■ Condition • •• ■ • ■• Use the VCR / DVD recorder with the following logos: “Q-Link”, “NEXTVIEWLINK”, “DATA LOGIC”, “Easy Link”, “Megalogic”, or “SMARTLINK” Connect the equipment to this TV’s AV1 or AV2 terminal via a “fully-wired” SCART cable. (p. 38) Q-Link terminal setup in Setup Menu (Q-Link, AV1 / AV2 out). (p. 23) Download analogue channel settings Perform Auto Setup. (p.
HDMI Functions HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) allows you to enjoy high-definition digital images and highquality sound by connecting the TV and the equipment. 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 terminal using an HDMI compliant (fully wired) cable. About connections, see “External Equipment” (p. 38). (∗1): The HDMI logo is displayed on HDMI-compliant equipment.
HDMI Functions VIERA Link “ ControlTM”∗ ∗Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with Panasonic products which have “HDAVI Control” function. This TV supports “HDAVI Control 2” function. Connections to some Panasonic equipment (DVD Recorder DIGA, HD Video Camera, Player theatre, Amplifier, etc.) with HDMI cables allow you to interface them automatically. The equipment with “HDAVI Control” function enables the following operations: Easy playback (p. 37) Power on link (p. 37) Power off link (p.
You can control some functions of the connected Panasonic equipment with this TV remote control (point the remote control at the TV’s signal receiver). • • Available VIERA remote control buttons: (depending on the connected equipment) Move the cursor / select the menu If you cannot access the menu, check the settings and the equipment (p. 36).
External Equipment These diagrams show our recommendations for how to connect the TV to your various equipment. For other connections, consult the instructions for each piece of equipment, the table below, and the specifications (p. 47). This slot is for services by the Panasonic dealer.
To watch satellite broadcasts To record / playback Set top box DVD Recorder / VCR RF cable SCART cable or Fully wired HDMI compliant cable SCART cable SCART cable HDMI equipment Fully wired HDMI compliant cable DVD Recorder To watch DVDs (Viewing) DVD player To listen with speakers PC (Listening) • External Equipment Computer Amplifier with speaker system Conversion adapter (if necessary) (Viewing) (Listening) •• ■ Home Cinema Use fully wired HDMI compliant cable.
Technical Information Aspect Ratio The optimum size and aspect can be chosen, and you can enjoy finer images. (p. 15) ■Auto: Auto aspect determines the best aspect ratio to use to fill your screen. It does this using a four step process to determine if the picture being viewed is a widescreen picture. If Auto aspect detects a widescreen signal it switches into the appropriate 16:9 or 14:9 widescreen mode.
Updating the software system (DVB mode) Update system software regularly to ensure that you have latest version software. If there is an update available, a notification banner is displayed when the channel has the update information. To download new software, press “OK” Downloading (approx. 20 min.) If you choose not to download, press “EXIT”. • ■ To update automatically Set “Auto Update Search in Standby” to “On” (p.
Technical Information SCART and HDMI terminal information ■ AV1 SCART terminal ■ AV2 SCART terminal (RGB, VIDEO, Q-Link) (RGB, VIDEO, S-VIDEO, Q-Link) Suitable inputs for AV1 include RGB (Red / Green / Blue).
PC connection A PC may be connected to this TV so that the PC screen is displayed and sound is heard from the TV. PC signals that can be inputted: Horizontal scanning frequency 31 to 69 kHz; vertical scanning frequency 59 to 86 Hz (more than 1,024 signal lines could result in incorrect display of the image). A PC adapter is not necessary for the DOS/V-compliant D-sub 15-pin connector. • • •• •• Note Some PC models cannot be connected to this TV.
FAQs Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to resolve the problem. If problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. White spots or shadow images (noise) • Check the position, direction, and connection of the aerial. To customer using indoor aerial In order to enjoy a good quality DVB image, it is important to receive a good quality DVB signal. For this purpose check “DVB Signal Condition” in Tuning Menu (p. 30).
Problem Actions (no sound or low volume) •• • • • Unusual image is displayed • Chaotic image, noisy Screen No image can be displayed Blurry or distorted image Sound No sound is produced Sound level is low or sound is distorted • •• •• • Set “P-NR” in the Picture Menu (to remove noise). (p. 22) Check nearby electrical products (car, motorcycle, fluorescent lamp). Is “Colour” or “Contrast” in the Picture Menu set to the minimum? (p. 22) Check Colour system. (p. 29) Reset channels. (p.
Licence Trademark Credits DVB is a trademark of the DVB Digital Video Broadcasting Project (1991 to 1996). VGA is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, USA. S-VGA is a registered trademark of the Video Electronics Standard Association. Even if no special notation has been made of company or product trademarks, these trademarks have been fully respected.
Specifications Power Source AC 220-240 V, 50 / 60 Hz Power Display Consumption panel Average use 270 W Standby condition 0.
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