Operating Instructions Plasma Television Model No. 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. U.K.
Turn your living room into a home theatre! Experience an amazing level of multi-media excitement ■Receives freesat - free digital satellite broadcasts in the UK freesat is a brand new free digital TV service which broadcasts via satellite so you can receive TV, radio, interactive TV, and HD TV with crystal clear reception. You can enjoy sharp pictures, vivid colours, multi-channel sound, and various services with the interactive content.
FULL HD This TV uses a high definition panel to produce high definition pictures close to their original resolution. Intelligent Frame Creation This increases the frame count and allows natural frame-to-frame transitions, for flicker-less motion images with high resolution. x.v.Colour “x.v.Colour” is a promotion name given to the products that have the capability to realize a wide colour space based on the xvYCC specifications. “x.v.Colour” is a trademark. 0.
Safety Precautions Warning & Caution Handling the mains plug and lead Power source • Do not remove the cover • Ensure that the mains plug is easily accessible at all times. The On / Off switch on this model does not fully disconnect the TV from the mains supply. Remove the mains plug from the wall socket when the TV is not used for a prolonged period of time. Ensure the earth pin on the mains plug is securely connected to prevent electrical shock.
Notes Do not display a still picture for a long time Do not expose to rain or excessive moisture • To prevent damage which might result in electric shock or fire, do not expose this TV to rain or excessive moisture. This TV must not be exposed to dripping or splashing water and objects filled with liquid, such as vases, must not be placed on top of or above the TV. This causes the image to remain on the plasma screen (“image retention”).
Accessories / Options Standard accessories Remote Control • Check that you have the accessories and items shown Batteries for the Remote Control (2) N2QAYB000238 • R6 (UM3) Clamper (2) • Mains Lead • •( TMME289 p. 8 K2CT3DH00018 (TH-42PZ81B) K2CT3DH00025 TH-46PZ81B TH-50PZ81B p.
Attaching 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 • • • • • Assembly screw (4) (black) Assembly screw (4) (silver) • THEL060N •• ■Assembling the pedestal • •( TBLX0043 (TH-42PZ81B) TBLX0045 TH-46PZ81B TH-50PZ81B R M5 × 25 Use the four assembly screws to fasten the left and right poles to the base securely. Make sure that the screws are securely tightened.
Accessories / Options Using the clamper Rear of the TV • •• ■ Attach the clamper hole Do not bundle the RF cable and mains lead together (could cause distorted image). Fix cables with clampers as necessary. When using the optional accessory, follow the option’s assembly manual to fix cables.
Identifying Controls Lift door to open TV Function select • Volume / Contrast / Brightness / Colour / Sharpness / Tint (NTSC mode) / Bass / Treble / Balance / Auto Setup (p. 34 and p. 39) HDMI3 terminal (p. 56) AV3 S-V Power LED Mains power On / Off switch • Headphones jack Changes the input mode (p. 56) R HDMI 3 AV3 terminals (p. 56) SD Card slot (p. 49) Increases or decreases the programme position by one.
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 1 Connecting dish or aerial TV only Rear of the TV Push until both side tabs click • Make sure that the mains lead is securely fixed.
Example 2 Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR TV, DVD Recorder or VCR Example 3 Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR and Cable TV box TV, DVD Recorder / VCR and Cable Rear of the TV Rear of the TV Mains lead (supplied) AC 220-240 V 50 / 60 Hz Terrestrial aerial Mains lead (supplied) Terrestrial aerial Quick Start Guide AC 220-240 V 50 / 60 Hz • AV 2 AV1 RGB VIDEO S VIDEO RGB VIDEO COMPONENT Basic Connection AV 1 RGB VIDEO AV2 RGB VIDEO S VIDEO COMPONENT AUDIO AUDIO IN OUT AUDIO AUDIO IN OUT Y L L
Auto Setup Search and store TV programmes automatically. These steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed by your local dealer or freesat registered dealer.
Many features available on this TV can be accessed via the On Screen Display menu.
Watching TV INPUT OPTION SD CARD 1 Turn power on 2 Select the mode (freesat, DVB, Analogue or Other Sat.) (Press for about 1 second) • Mains power On / Off switch should be On. (p. 9) watch TV Selection freesat EXIT select DVB Analogue Displayed if Other Satellite services are tuned (p. 37) Also possible to select the mode pressing the TV button repeatedly on the remote control or front panel of the TV. (p. 9) Other Sat.
■ Other useful functions Hold Freeze / unfreeze picture Display subtitles Display / hide subtitles (if available) • To change the language for DVB (if available) “Preferred Subtitles” (p. 31) Display Information banner • Also appears when changing a programme “All freesat Services” or “Favourites” To switch “Using TV Guide” (p.
Watching TV ■ Other useful functions Turn the TV off automatically after a fixed period Display the menu MENU Select “Setup” Select “Off Timer” and set the time access Main Menu VIERA Link Picture Off Timer Sound select Setup •• • Setup Menu Display Aspect Selection list While the list is displayed, select the mode • Auto 16:9 14:9 4:3 Zoom1 Zoom2 Zoom3 Select Change EXIT RETURN Aspect Selection list store select To change the mode using the ASPECT button only (Press repeatedly until you re
■ Other useful functions Check or change the current programme status instantly Display the selectable settings for the current programme To change change Multi Audio / AD (freesat mode) Allows you to select between alternative language or Audio Description for sound tracks (if available) Set “Audio Description” to “On” in Sound Menu (p. 29) to select the audio description sound track. In freesat mode, Audio Description cannot be controlled separately from the audio description sound track.
Using TV Guide TV Guide―Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) provides an on-screen listing of the programmes currently broadcast and the forthcoming broadcasts over the next seven days (depending on the broadcasters). • When this TV is turned on for the first time, or the TV is switched off for more than a week, it may take some time before the TV Guide is completely shown. ■ freesat mode 1 Select freesat 2 Display the Service Genre selection list 3 Select the genre and view TV Guide p.
■ DVB or Analogue mode •• • This TV supports the GUIDE Plus+ system in DVB or Analogue mode. The Gemstar branding partner will supply the rating informations in the event information and the recommended group in the Prog.Type list. Analogue programmes will be listed after DVB programmes. “D” means DVB programme and “A” means Analogue programme. 1 Select DVB or Analogue 2 View TV Guide p.
Using TV Guide ■ Other useful functions (Operate after viewing TV Guide) Watch the programme Select “View” Select the current event or programme Eastender 19:30- 20:00 select access View details of the event freesat or DVB mode ( • select watch Select the event View Timer Programming Timer Programming see below (TV screen) ■ To return to View details the start page TV Guide: Landscape select Wed 24/10/2007 10:46 ) Wednesday, 24 October 2007 DIY SOS BBC ONE 20:00 - 20:30, 30 min.
Viewing Teletext You can enjoy news, weather forecasts and subtitles, etc. (depending on the broadcaster) • The availability of teletext services for a programme is indicated by “TXT” in the information banner. Information banner (p.
Viewing Teletext Analogue teletext What is FASTEXT mode? In FASTEXT 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. What is List mode? In List mode, four differently coloured page numbers are situated at the bottom of the screen. Each of these numbers can be altered and stored in the TV’s memory.
Stop automatic updating HOLD INDEX Subtitles (If you wish to hold the current page without updating) ■ To resume Return to the main index page View subtitles • Factory setting is “P888” (subtitle service) on blue button (List mode). Watch TV and Teletext in two windows at once View in multi window MULTI WINDOW •Store frequently viewed pages in the colour bar Operations can be made only in Teletext screen.
Watching External inputs • Connect the external equipment (VCRs, DVD equipment, etc.) and you can watch the input. To connect the equipment p. 11 The Remote Control is capable of operating some functions of selected Panasonic external equipment. 1 INPUT OPTION SD CARD ■ When connecting with SCART as example 2 or 3 (p. 11) Receives input signals automatically when playback starts or cable TV box is switched on Input signals are automatically identified by the SCART (pin 8) terminal.
Screen display Terminal AV1 AV2 AV3 COMPONENT PC HDMI1 HDMI2 HDMI3 AV1 AV1-RGB AV2 AV2-S-Video AV2-RGB AV3 AV3-S-Video COMPONENT PC HDMI1 HDMI2 HDMI3 ― ― ― Manual input default setting in “Input Labels” ( ) Auto input EC mode or VIERA Link ( ) EC/AV2 EC/AV1 EC/AV1-RGB EC/AV2-S-Video EC/AV2-RGB • EC/HDMI1 Applicable for EC mode and VIERA Link • EC/HDMI2 Applicable for VIERA Link • EC/HDMI3 Applicable for VIERA Link Panasonic equipment connected to the TV can be directly ope
How to Use Menu Functions Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions.
■Choose from among alternatives Number and positions of alternatives Colour Balance Normal Changed ■Adjust using the slide bar Sharpness Moved ■Go to the next screen Tuning Menu Access Displays the next screen You can input information using alpha / numeric keys. Set characters User input Name A U a u B V b v C W c w D X d x E F G Y Z e f g y z ( H I J K L M N O P Q R S T 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ! : # h i j k l m n o p q r s t ) + - .
How to Use Menu Functions ■ Menu list Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Pause Live TV VIERA Link Direct TV Rec VIERA Link Control Controls the connected equipment with VIERA Link function, and enables various convenient recording, playback, etc. (p. 53 - 55) You can also access VIERA Link Menu directly using the VIERA Link button on the remote control.
■Menu list Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Mode Select two different sound settings (Music / Speech) In each Sound Mode setting, Bass and Treble can be adjusted and stored to suit your particular sound requirement Changes to any settings in a mode will affect all signal sources Sound quality can be improved Bass Increases or decreases level to enhance or minimise lower, deeper sound output Treble Increases or decreases level to enhance or minimise sharper, higher sound output
How to Use Menu Functions ■ Menu list Menu Item Timer Programming Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Records forthcoming programmes (p. 46) freesat Favourites Edit Creates list of favourite freesat programmes (p. 40) freesat Service List Skips the unwanted freesat programmes (p. 41) DVB Profile Edit Creates list of favourite DVB programmes (p. 40) DVB Service List Skips the unwanted DVB programmes (p.
■Menu list Menu Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Intelligent Frame Creation Automatically compensates the picture frame rate to make the image smooth (Off / On) It is effective when viewing 24p input signal with this function set to “On”. Not valid on PC signal Off Timer Sets the time the TV automatically turns Off (Off / 15 / 30 / 45 / 60 / 75 / 90 minutes) Power on Preference Set to “TV” to view picture from TV tuner.
How to Use Menu Functions ■ Overview • How to operate (p. 26) Main Menu VIERA Link VIERA Link Menu Pause Live TV Direct TV Rec VIERA Link Control Speaker Selection Access Start Recorder Home Cinema (p.
Timer Programming Wed 05/08/04 18:50 Pos. Name Dat e S t ar t En d m in . D 1 BBC1 6/8 FR 18:00 20:00 120 Off D 1 BB C1 Holiday News 7/8 SA 21:30 22:30 60 Off D - -3 ITV 1 F re s h l y S q u e e z e d E x t r a Guide 7/8 SA --/-- 2 --:-2:30 2 --:-3:30 6---0 Off --- - -- --/-- --:-- --:-- --- --- - -- --/-- --:-- --:-- --- --- S/P (p.
Advanced Settings (freesat) Advanced Settings provide access to various freesat features. INPUT 1 Select freesat 2 Display the menu 3 Select “Setup” p.
Selects a programme and checks the freesat signal condition. Check freesat signal Signal Condition • To change the programme A good Signal Strength is not an indication of suitable signal for freesat reception.
Advanced Settings ( ) DVB Other Sat. Advanced Settings provide access to various advanced DVB or Other Satellite features. • Some of Other Sat. functions may work to differing specifications (depending on the broadcasters). INPUT OPTION SD CARD 1 Select freesat, DVB or Other Sat. 2 Display the menu 3 Select “Setup” p.
Any receivable digital compliant satellite programmes can be tuned. ■ Auto Setup Other Sat. programmes are retuned and all the previous Other Sat. tuning settings will be erased. Available satellite services will be searched and listed in the “Select Services to Keep” list. The tuning will be completed by selecting the services you wish to keep from the list and storing them. Up to 999 services can be stored. You can delete unwanted services later by pressing the red button in Other Sat. Service List (p.
Tuning Programmes ( ) DVB Analogue You can retune DVB or Analogue programmes when moving house or search for new services which may have recently started broadcasting. INPUT OPTION SD CARD EXIT RETURN 1 Select DVB or Analogue 2 Display the menu 3 Select “Setup” p.
Automatically retune all DVB or Analogue programmes received in the area. Only DVB programmes are retuned in DVB mode. Only Analogue programmes are retuned in Analogue mode. If a Child Lock PIN number (p. 41) has been set, it must be entered. •• • Start Auto Setup Auto Setup - Digital Scan Auto Setup All digital tuning data will be erased Start Auto Setup Set all DVB or Analogue programmes automatically Auto Setup 21 68 This will take about 3 minutes.
Editing Programmes You can make your favourite programme lists, skip unwanted programmes and control programme audience, etc. INPUT 1 Select freesat, DVB, Analogue or Other Sat. 2 Display the menu 3 Select “Setup” p.
Skip unwanted programmes freesat Service List DVB Service List Analogue Service List You can hide unwanted services. The deleted services cannot be displayed except in this function. Use this function to skip unwanted programmes. “freesat Service List” lists all the tuned freesat programmes in freesat mode. “DVB Service List” lists all the tuned DVB programmes in DVB mode. “Analogue Service List” lists all the tuned Analogue programmes in Analogue mode.
Shipping Condition Resets the TV to its original condition, i.e. no programmes tuned in. All settings other than “Owner ID” (programmes, picture, sound quality, etc.) are reset.
Owner ID Entry of the security code (PIN number) and “personal information” (your name, address and postcode). In the unfortunate event of theft it will help the Police to determine the owner. If you have skipped the Owner ID input in “Auto Setup” (p. 12), and input it later, start from . If you input the Owner ID in “Auto Setup” (p. 12), perform .
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. 56 • INPUT 1 Select the external input 2 Select “PC” OPTION SD CARD EXIT RETURN access Input Selection AV1 AV2/S AV3/S COMPONENT PC HDMI1 HDMI2 HDMI3 TV select • Corresponding signals p. 61 If “H-freq.” or “V-freq.” is shown in red, the signals may not be supported.
Recording Controls Timer Programming from Menu The Timer programming menu allows you to choose programmes that you wish to record. At the correct time, the TV will switch on and tune to the correct programme (even if the TV is in Standby mode). TV Guide may also be used to set timer programming. (p. 20) If the recorder is compatible with Q-Link or similar technologies (p. 51), and setup / connection are done completely (p. 50 and p.
Start making the settings Repeat the operations as below, and set items in the order of to set select the item • , and can also be entered with numeric buttons. FS: freesat Timer recording D: DVB Records according to the time setting A: Analogue S: Other Sat. Guide: Event recording (you cannot change Records according to the TV Guide signal (p. 20) TV mode within the menu) S/P: Split Programme (p.
Viewing from SD Card Photo View: Still images recorded by digital cameras will be displayed. Movie View: Moving pictures recorded by digital video cameras will be played back. 1 2 Insert the SD Card Select “Photo View” or “Movie View” Photo View EXIT select Movie View INPUT OPTION SD CARD access SD Card 3 Select the file to be viewed ■ Photo View Selected photo ■ Movie View File format: Only AVCHD or MPEG2 are supported. Selected For details p.
(Photos and Movies) •■ For details on SD Cards p. 59 ■ To remove To insert SD Card • • Label surface Push until a click is heard Press the centre of the card During the operation, no signals are output from any of the AV terminals. But the sound in Movie View can be output from AUDIO OUT and DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminals. “Date” shows the date on which the recording was made by the digital camera or digital video camera. The file without record of the date is shown “**/**/****”.
Link Functions ( ) Q-Link VIERA Link Q-Link connects the TV and DVD Recorder / VCR, and enables easy recording, playback, etc. (p. 51) VIERA Link (HDAVI ControlTM) connects the TV and the equipment with VIERA Link function, and enables easy control, convenient recording, playback, etc. (p. 52 - 55) You can use Q-Link and VIERA Link functions together.
Q-Link ■ Preparations • •• •• Connect the DVD Recorder / VCR with the following logos: “Q-Link”, “NEXTVIEWLINK”, “DATA LOGIC”, “Easy Link”, “Megalogic” or “SMARTLINK” Q-Link connection p. 50 Set up the DVD Recorder / VCR. Read the manual of the equipment. Q-Link terminal setup in Setup Menu “Q-Link” (p. 30), “AV1 / AV2 out” (p. 30) Download Analogue programme setting “Q-Link Download” (p. 30) or “Auto Setup” in Analogue mode (p. 39) or “Auto Setup” - when first using the TV (p.
Link Functions ( ) Q-Link VIERA Link VIERA Link “ ControlTM”∗ ∗Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with Panasonic products which have “HDAVI Control” function. This TV supports “HDAVI Control 3” function. Connections to the equipment (DIGA Recorder, HD Video Camera, Player theatre, Amplifier, etc.) with HDMI and SCART cables allow you to interface them automatically. These features are limited to models incorporating “HDAVI Control” and “VIERA Link”.
■ Features available (Using VIERA Link Menu) Recording the current programme in DIGA Recorder immediately. •• •• •• This function is available with DIGA Recorder which has “HDAVI Control 3” function. Connect DIGA Recorder with both HDMI and SCART cables to use this function. If you cannot operate, check the settings and the equipment “Preparations” (p. 52) Changing programme or turning off the TV is available while the recorder is recording from its own tuner.
Link Functions ( ) Q-Link VIERA Link ■ Features available (Using VIERA Link Menu) You can control some functions of the connected equipment with this TV remote control (point the remote control at the TV’s signal receiver). • • This function is available with the equipment which has “HDAVI Control 2” or “HDAVI Control 3” function. If you cannot operate, check the settings and the equipment “Preparations” (p.
■ Features available (Using VIERA Link Menu) You can control the theatre speaker with this TV remote control (point the remote control at the TV’s signal receiver). • • This function is available with the Amplifier or Player theatre which has “HDAVI Control” function. If you cannot operate, check the settings and the equipment “Preparations” (p.
External Equipment These diagrams show our recommendations for connection of your TV to various pieces of equipment. For other connections, consult the instructions for each piece of equipment, the table below, and the specifications (p. 67).
Terrestrial aerial Headphones ■ To adjust volume “Headphone Volume” in the Sound Menu (p. 29) RF cable (M3 stereo mini plug) Camcorder / HDMI equipment Fully wired HDMI compliant cable or Camcorder / Game equipment (AUDIO) To record / playback (VIDEO) or (S-VIDEO) DVD Recorder / VCR SCART cable Network Please use LAN cable kit Internet (TY-DMJ100BT) “Optional accessories” (p.
Technical Information Auto Aspect The optimum size and aspect can be chosen, and you can enjoy finer images. (p. 16) ■ 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 TV software From time to time, a new version of software may become available for download to enhance the performance or operations of the TV. ■ To download from a notification banner A notification banner will appear when you search for a new version software by using the “System Update Search Now” function (p. 37). In freesat mode, a notification banner will appear when the TV Guide New version 1.00 found. is exited if a new available software is found.
Technical Information SCART, S-VIDEO and HDMI terminal information ■ AV1 SCART terminal ■ AV2 SCART terminal (RGB, 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 the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer or Panasonic Customer Care Centre for assistance. For details (p. 68) White spots or shadow images (noise) • Check the position, direction, and connection of the aerial.
Problem Chaotic image, noisy Screen No image can be displayed Actions •• • Sound level is low or sound is distorted • • •• •• Whirring sound is heard • Blurry or distorted image (no sound or low volume) Unusual image is displayed No sound is produced Sound • Set “P-NR” in the Picture Menu (to remove noise). (p. 28) Check nearby electrical products (car, motorcycle, fluorescent lamp). Is “Colour” or “Contrast” in the Picture Menu set to the minimum? (p. 28) Reset programmes. (p. 34 and p.
On screen messages Message All tuning data will be erased Are you sure ? Are you sure you want to delete this timer ? Press OK to delete timer Press RETURN to return Bad Signal Child Lock is active ! Press OK to enter PIN Ethernet cable not connected Faulty dish Feature not available Gateway does not answer. Please confirm connection and setting of router. Invalid operation - Please check settings and connections Invalid system time.
Message Other Satellite Service list is full PIN incorrect ! Please check settings and connections on HDMI devices. Please choose a frequency between 9750 and 12750 MHz Please wait. Recording this service now Sending Preset Data Please wait ! Shipping condition completed. TV can now be switched off. Software successfully updated Press EXIT to continue Software Update failed. Please try again later.
Glossary ■ ■ DVB Digital Video Broadcasting ■ DVD Digital Versatile Disc ■ DVI Digital Visual Interface ■ EPG Electronic Programme Guide ■ HDMI NTSC National Television System Committee One of the television signals used in USA, etc.
Specifications Power Source Power Display Sound Consumption panel Average use TH-42PZ81B AC 220-240 V, 50 / 60 Hz 395 W TH-46PZ81B 480 W TH-50PZ81B 505 W 0.
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.
