Operating Instructions Plasma Television Model No. TX-P42S11E TX-P50S11E 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. Please refer to Pan European Guarantee Card if you need to contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance.
Turn your own living room into a movie theatre! Experience an amazing level of multi- Notice for DVB functions ●Any functions related to DVB (Digital Video Broadcasting) will work in areas where DVB-T (MPEG2 and MPEG4-AVC(H.264)) digital terrestrial broadcasting are received or where DVB-C (MPEG2 and MPEG4-AVC(H.264)) digital cable services are supplied. Consult your local dealer with coverage areas or your cable provider to access. ●DVB functions may not be available in some countries.
media excitement Contents Be Sure to Read ●Safety Precautions ············································ 4 (Warning / Caution) ●Notes ································································· 5 ●Maintenance ······················································ 5 SD Card Camcorder Personal computer DVD Recorder VCR Set top box DVD player Enjoy your TV! Basic Features ●Watching TV ···················································· 14 ●Using TV Guide ····································
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 earth 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.
Caution ■When cleaning the TV, remove the mains plug ■Do not block the rear air vents ●Cleaning an energized TV may cause electrical shock. ●Blocked ventilation by newspapers, cloths, curtains, etc. may cause ■When the TV is not going to be used for a long table overheating, fire or electrical shock. period of time, remove the mains plug ●This TV will still consume some power even in the Off mode, as ■Do not expose your ears to long as the mains plug is still connected to a live socket outlet.
Accessories / Options Standard accessories □ Remote Control ●N2QAYB000328 Check that you have the accessories and items shown □ Batteries for the Remote Control (2) INPUT TV AV ASPECT MENU N DIRECT TV REC EXIT OPTION □ Mains Lead p. 11 ●R6 (UM3) RETURN TEXT STTL INDEX HOLD PROGRAMME □ Operating Instructions □ Pan European Guarantee Card TV □ Cleaning cloth □ Pedestal 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 ●XYN5+F18FN Assembly screw (4) (black) ●THEL061N Pole (2) Base ●R :TBLA3685 ●L :TBLA3686 ●TBLX0093 (TX-P42S11E) ●TBLX0097 (TX-P50S11E) L M5 × 18 ■Assembling the pedestal 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.
Identifying Controls TV SD Card slot (p. 42) Function select SD CARD CI slot (p. 37) ●Volume / Contrast / Brightness / Colour / Sharpness / Tint (NTSC mode) / Bass / Treble / Balance / Auto Setup (p. 30 and p. 31) Common Interface HDMI3 HDMI3 terminal (p. 55) Increases or decreases the channel position by one. When a function is already displayed, press to increase or decrease the selected function. When in Standby mode, switches TV On. PC terminal (p. 55) PC AV3 terminals (p.
Remote Control VIERA IMAGE VIEWER (p. 42) ●Switches to SD Card viewing mode Input mode selection Standby On / Off switch ●Switches TV On or Off standby ●AV - switches to AV input mode from Input Aspect (p. 16) Direct TV Recording (p. 48 and p. 50) ●TV - switches DVB-C / DVB-T / Analogue mode (p.
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 Push until both side tabs click AC 220-240 V 50 / 60 Hz Make sure that the mains lead is securely fixed.
Auto Setup Search and store TV channels automatically. ●These steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed by your local dealer. ●Please complete connections (p. 10 and p. 11) and settings (if necessary) of the connected equipment before starting Auto Setup. For details of settings for the connected equipment, read the manual of the equipment.
Using the On Screen Displays Many features available on this TV can be accessed via the On Screen Display menu.
Watching TV 1 Turn power on 2 Select the mode ●Mains power On / Off switch should be On. (p. 8) watch TV Selection DVB-C TV INPUT TV AV ASPECT MENU (Press for about 1 second) select DVB-T Analogue N DIRECT TV REC ●The selectable modes vary depending on the country you select (p. 12). ●If “TV Selection” menu is not displayed, press the TV button to switch the EXIT mode.
■Other useful functions Hold HOLD Freeze / unfreeze picture Display Information banner Display Information banner ●Also appears when changing a channel Category ●To change the category Channel position and name Channel type (if it is Radio or Data channel) Current time Example (DVB): 1 ZDF Programme blue Radio Coronation Street 20 : 00 - 20 : 55 Encrypted 20:35 Now Dolby D + All DVB-T Channels Change category For info press 45 Programme Start / Finish time Features available / Message meaning
Watching TV ■Other useful functions Display subtitles Display / hide subtitles (if available) STTL ●To change the language for DVB (if available) “Preferred Subtitles” (p. 29) Note ●If you press the STTL button in Analogue mode, it switches to teletext service and calls up a favourite page (p. 21). Press the EXIT button to return to TV mode. Aspect ASPECT Change the aspect ratio (image size) Enjoy viewing the image at its optimum size and aspect.
■Other useful functions Display the selectable settings for the current programme Check or change the current programme status instantly ●To change OPTION change select Multi Video (DVB mode) Allows you to select the image (if available) Teletext Character Set Sets the teletext language Setup Menu (p.
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). ●This function varies depending on the country you select (p. 12). ●DVB-T and Analogue channels are displayed on the same TV Guide screen. Analogue channels will be listed after DVB-T channels but there will be no programme listings. “D” means DVB-T channel and “A” means Analogue channel.
■Depending on the country you select, this TV supports the GUIDE Plus+ system in DVB-T or Analogue mode The postcode entry or update is required. Follow the message’s instructions. ●Also possible to setup manually from the Setup Menu “Update” / “Postcode” in “GUIDE Plus+ Settings” (p. 29) ●Enter your postcode when using this function for the first time. If you enter an incorrect postcode for your area, or no postcodes are entered, advertisement may not be displayed correctly.
Viewing Teletext Teletext services are the text information provided by the broadcasters. The features may vary depending on 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.
INDEX Return to the main index page INDEX Call up a favourite page View a favourite page stored ●Call up the page stored on the blue button (List mode). ●Factory setting is “P103”. STTL View in multi window Watch TV and Teletext in two windows at once MENU (press twice) Select Picture and text On or Off ●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. 10, 11 and 54 The Remote Control is capable of operating some functions of selected external equipment. 1 Turn the TV on ■When connecting with SCART as example 2 or 3 (p. 10 and p. 11) Receives input signals automatically when playback starts ●Input signals are automatically identified by the SCART (pin 8) terminal.
Operating the equipment with the TV remote control The equipment connected to the TV can be directly operated with the below buttons of this TV remote control.
How to Use Menu Functions Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions.
■Overview ●How to operate p. 24 Main Menu Picture Sound Setup Picture Menu 1/2 Viewing Mode Contrast Brightness Colour Sharpness Tint Colour Balance Colour Management x.v.Colour Dynamic 60 0 30 5 0 Warm Off Auto Picture Menu 2/2 Eco Mode P-NR 3D-COMB Reset to Defaults Off Off Off Reset (p. 26) Link Settings Sound Menu 1/2 Music 0 0 0 11 Off (p.
How to Use Menu Functions ■Menu list Menu Picture 26 Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Viewing Mode Basic picture mode (Dynamic / Normal / Cinema / Game) ●Set for each input signal Dynamic : Provides enhanced picture contrast and sharpness when viewing in a bright room Normal : Recommended for viewing under normal ambient room lighting conditions Cinema : For watching movies in a darkened room producing a cinema-like picture Game : Fast response signal specifically to provide suitable i
Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) 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 Balance Adjusts volume level of right and left speakers Headphone Volume Adjusts the volume of the headphones Surround Surround sound settings (Off / V-Audio / V-Audio Surround) V-Audio: Provides a dynamic enhancer of width to simulate improved spatial effects V-Audio Surround: P
How to Use Menu Functions ■Menu list Menu Item Off Timer Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Sets the time the TV automatically turns Off (Off / 15 / 30 / 45 / 60 / 75 / 90 minutes) Link Settings VIERA Link Sets to use VIERA Link functions (Off / On) (p. 49) Q-Link Selects which AV terminal is to be used for data communication between this TV and a compatible recorder (AV1 / AV2) (p. 48) ●Select the connected terminal to the recorder even it is not compatible with Q-Link.
Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Analogue Tuning Menu Channel List Skips the unwanted Analogue channels or edits Analogue channels (p. 35) Auto Setup Automatically sets the Analogue channels received in the area (p. 31) Manual Tuning Sets the Analogue channels manually (p. 35) Retunes all TV channels to add DVB-T channels Add DVB-T Channels ●All the previous tuning settings are erased. ●Use this function if DVB-T services start in your area.
Retuning from Setup Menu Auto Setup retunes all channels automatically. DVB-C channels Automatically retune all the DVB-C channels supplied. ●This function is available if DVB-C channel tuning is already performed. ●Only DVB-C channels are retuned. ●All the previous tuning settings are erased. ●If a Child Lock PIN number (p. 36) has been set, it must be entered. INPUT TV MENU EXIT 1 Select DVB-C 2 Display the menu 3 Select “Setup” p.
DVB-T or Analogue channels Automatically retune all DVB-T or Analogue channels received in the area. ●DVB-T Auto Setup ia available if DVB-T channel tuning is already performed. ●Only DVB-T channels are retuned in DVB-T mode. ●Only Analogue channels are retuned in Analogue mode. ●All the previous tuning settings are erased. ●If a Child Lock PIN number (p. 36) has been set, it must be entered.
Tuning and Editing Channels (DVB) You can retune channels or make your favourite channel lists, skip unwanted channels, etc. 1 2 3 INPUT TV AV ASPECT MENU N DIRECT TV REC EXIT OPTION Select DVB-C or DVB-T RETURN p.
List favourite DVB channels Favourites Edit Create your favourite channel lists from various broadcasters (up to 4: Favourites1 to 4). The DVB Favourites lists are available from “Category” in the Information banner (p. 15) and the TV Guide (p. 18). Select a channel to list DVB-C Favourites Editor ●To sort channel names in alphabetical order Sorting 123...
Tuning and Editing Channels (Analogue) You can retune channels or skip unwanted channels, edit channels etc. INPUT TV AV ASPECT MENU N DIRECT TV REC EXIT OPTION RETURN 1 Select Analogue 2 Display the menu 3 Select “Setup” p.
Skip unwanted Analogue channels, Edit Analogue channels Channel List You can hide unwanted Analogue channels. The hidden channels cannot be displayed except in this function. Use this function to skip unwanted channels. Select a channel and reveal / hide reveal / hide Analogue Channel List 1 BBC1 2 ***** 3 ***** 4 5 6 7 select ■To edit channels yellow Channel position Channel name You can also edit each channel in Channel List.
Child Lock You can lock specific channels / AV input terminals and control who watches them. When the locked channel / input is selected, a message appears; by entering the PIN number, you can watch it.
Using Common Interface The Common Interface Module menu provides access to software contained on Common Interface (CI) Modules. ●This function may not be available in some countries or regions. Although CI module may enable you to view some services, this TV does not guarantee all services (e.g. pay-TV). Please use only the approved CI module by the broadcaster. Consult your local Panasonic dealer or broadcasters for more information and conditions of the services.
Shipping Condition Resets the TV to its original condition, i.e. no channels tuned in. All settings are reset (channels, picture, sound settings, etc.).
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. If there is an update available, a notification banner is displayed when the channel has the update information. ●To download ●If you choose not to download EXIT You can update any new software automatically or update manually.
Input Labels For easier identification and selection of the input mode, you can label each input mode or skip terminal that is not connected to any equipment. ●To select the input mode INPUT TV AV ASPECT MENU p.
How to Use VIERA TOOLS You can access some special features easily by using the VIERA TOOLS function. INPUT TV AV ASPECT MENU 1 Display icons of the feature 2 Select a feature TO VIERA OLS N DIRECT TV REC EXIT select OPTION access RETURN TEXT STTL INDEX HOLD VIERA Link Control PROGRAMME Follow the operations of each feature ●VIERA Link Control “VIERA Link Control” (p. 52) When more than two pieces of compatible equipment are connected a selection screen will be displayed.
Viewing from SD Card (VIERA IMAGE VIEWER) Photo View: Still images recorded by digital cameras will be displayed. Movie View: Moving pictures recorded by digital video cameras will be played back. ●During the operation, sound signal is output from AV1, AV2, AUDIO OUT and DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminals. But no video signals are output. ●“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 “**/**/****”. p.
Slideshow ■Start Slideshow (operate in step ) Select the photo for the first view Start Slideshow ●To pause red ●To return to Single view green ●Slideshow is done within the thumbnail. ●You can also start slideshow directly by using VIERA TOOLS “How to Use VIERA TOOLS” (p.
Viewing from SD Card (VIERA IMAGE VIEWER) Movie View 1 2 Insert the SD Card access Select “Movie View” SD Card select Photo View ASPECT MENU ●You can also access directly by using Movie View INPUT TV AV VIERA TOOLS “How to Use VIERA TOOLS” (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. 54 INPUT TV AV ASPECT MENU N DIRECT TV REC 1 Select the external input 2 Select “PC” AV OPTION RETURN access Input Selection AV1 AV2/S AV3/S COMPONENT PC HDMI1 HDMI2 HDMI3 TV TEXT STTL INDEX HOLD select ●Corresponding signals p. 60 ●If “H-freq.” or “V-freq.” is shown in red, the signals may not be supported.
Link Functions (Q-Link VIERA Link) Q-Link connects the TV and DVD Recorder / VCR, and enables easy recording, playback, etc. (p. 48) VIERA Link (HDAVI Control™) connects the TV and the equipment with VIERA Link function, and enables easy control, convenient recording, playback, energy saving, creating home theatre, etc., without complicated setting. (p. 49 - 53) You can use Q-Link and VIERA Link functions together. ●This TV supports “HDAVI Control 4” function.
■VIERA Link (HDMI and Audio out connections) Connected equipment Features Preset download Easy playback Power on link Power off link Reduce unnecessary power consumption in standby Auto standby for unnecessary equipment Pause Live TV programme Direct TV Recording Control the menu of the connected equipment by VIERA remote control Speaker control Player theatre with VIERA Link function Blu-ray Disc theatre with VIERA Link function Amplifier with VIERA Link function – – ∗5 – – – ∗3 – – – – Connecti
Link Functions (Q-Link VIERA Link) 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. 46 ●Use fully wired SCART cable. ●Set up the DVD Recorder / VCR. Read the manual of the recorder. ●Q-Link terminal setup in the Setup Menu “Q-Link” (p. 28), “AV1 / AV2 out” (p.
VIERA Link “ Control™”∗ ∗Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with Panasonic products which have “HDAVI Control” function. This TV supports “HDAVI Control 4” 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 (p. 46 and p. 47). These features are limited to models incorporating “HDAVI Control” and “VIERA Link”.
Link Functions (Q-Link VIERA Link) ■Features available Reduce unnecessary power consumption in standby Standby Power Save Set Standby Power Save “On” in the Setup Menu to use this function “Standby Power Save” (p. 28) The power consumption in Standby mode of the connected equipment is controlled higher or lower in synchronization with the TV On / Off state to reduce the consumption.
■Features available (Using VIERA Link Menu) Pause Live TV programme Pause Live TV You can pause the live TV programme and resume later. Live TV programme will be recorded on HDD of the connected DIGA Recorder. ●This function is available with DIGA Recorder which has HDD. ●If you connect a variety of recorders including other manufacturers’ recorders at the same time, please connect DIGA Recorder which has HDD to the TV’s lower HDMI terminal number.
Link Functions (Q-Link VIERA Link) ■Features available (Using VIERA Link Menu) Control the menu of the connected equipment by VIERA remote control VIERA Link Control You can control some functions of the connected equipment with this TV remote control (point the remote control at the TV’s signal receiver). ●If you cannot operate, check the settings and the equipment “Summary of Q-Link and VIERA Link features” (p. 46 and p. 47), “Preparations” (p.
■Features available (Using VIERA Link Menu) Speaker control Speaker Selection You can control the theatre speaker with this TV remote control (point the remote control at the TV’s signal receiver). ●If you cannot operate, check the settings and the equipment “Summary of Q-Link and VIERA Link features” (p. 46 and p. 47), “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. 63). To watch satellite broadcasts HDMI equipment “HDMI connection” (p. 59) Set top box Fully wired SCART cable To enjoy the sound from the external equipment in multi-channel sound (e.g. Dolby Digital 5.1ch), connect the equipment to the amplifier.
Rear of the TV Camcorder / HDMI equipment HDMI3 Fully wired HDMI compliant cable Terrestrial aerial PC (Viewing) PC AV3 S-V Conversion adapter (if necessary) V (Listening) L R RF cable Headphones To record / playback (M3 stereo mini plug) (AUDIO) To adjust volume “Headphone Volume” in the Sound Menu (p.
Technical Information Auto Aspect The optimum size and aspect can be chosen automatically, and you can enjoy finer images. (p. 16) ■Aspect Control Signal “WIDE” will appear in the top left of the screen if a Widescreen signal (WSS) or a Control signal through SCART / HDMI terminal is found. The aspect will switch to the appropriate 16:9 or 14:9 widescreen ratio. This function will work in any aspect mode.
SD Card ■Cautions in handling SD Card ●Do not remove the card while the TV is accessing data (this can damage card or TV). ●Do not touch the pins on the back of the card. ●Do not subject the card to a high pressure or impact. ●Insert the card in the correct direction (otherwise, card may be damaged). ●Electrical interference, static electricity, or erroneous operation may damage the data or card.
Technical Information Characters table for numeric buttons You can enter characters by using numeric buttons for free input items. Press the numeric button repeatedly until you reach the desired character. ●The character is set automatically if you leave for one second. ●You can also set the character by pressing the OK button or other numeric buttons within one second.
HDMI connection HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) is the world’s first complete digital consumer AV interface complying with a non-compression standard. HDMI allows you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality sound by connecting the TV and the equipment. HDMI-compatible equipment (∗1) with an HDMI or DVI output terminal, such as a DVD player, a set top box or a game equipment, can be connected to the HDMI terminal using an HDMI compliant (fully wired) cable.
Technical Information Input signal that can be displayed COMPONENT (Y, PB, PR), HDMI ∗ Mark: Applicable input signal Signal name 525 (480) / 60i 525 (480) / 60p 625 (576) / 50i 625 (576) / 50p 750 (720) / 60p 750 (720) / 50p 1,125 (1,080) / 60i 1,125 (1,080) / 50i 1,125 (1,080) / 60p 1,125 (1,080) / 50p 1,125 (1,080) / 24p PC (from D-sub 15P) Signal name 640 × 400 @70 Hz 640 × 480 @60 Hz 640 × 480 @75 Hz 800 × 600 @60 Hz 800 × 600 @75 Hz 800 × 600 @85 Hz 852 × 480 @60 Hz 1,024 × 768 @60 Hz 1,024 × 768 @70
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 for assistance. White spots or shadow images (noise) ●Check the position, direction, and connection of the aerial. Neither image nor sound is produced ●Is the TV in AV mode? ●Check the correct AV input mode is selected. ●Check the mains lead is plugged into the Remains channel number, input mode, etc. on the TV screen -I.e.
FAQs Problem Chaotic image, noisy Screen No image can be displayed Blurry or distorted image (no sound or low volume) Unusual image is displayed Sound No sound is produced Sound level is low or sound is distorted Actions ●Set “P-NR” in the Picture Menu (to remove noise). (p. 26) ●Check nearby electrical products (car, motorcycle, fluorescent lamp). ●Is “Colour” or “Contrast” in the Picture Menu set to the minimum? (p. 26) ●Reset channels. (p. 30 and p.
Specifications TX-P42S11E TX-P50S11E AC 220-240 V, 50 / 60 Hz 295 W 395 W 0.4 W (Without monitor out recording) 17 W (With monitor out recording) 16:9 106 cm (diagonal) 127 cm (diagonal) Visible screen size 921 mm (W) × 518 mm (H) 1,105 mm (W) × 622 mm (H) Number of pixels 2,073,600 (1,920 (W) × 1,080 (H)) [5,760 × 1,080 dots] Speaker 160 mm × 40 mm × 2 pcs, 6 Ω Audio Output 20 W (10 W + 10 W), 10% THD Headphones M3 (3.
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.
