Model No. TX-P42X50E TX-P50X50E Operating Instructions Plasma Television Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product. Please read these instructions carefully before operating this product 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.
Do not display any still part of the image for a long period In such cases the still part of the image remains dimly on the plasma screen (“image retention”). This is not considered a malfunction and is not covered by the warranty.
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Safety Precautions Warning Safety Precautions 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.
Caution Cleaning an energized TV may cause electrical shock. When the TV is not going to be used for a long period of 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. Do not block the rear air vents Blocked ventilation by newspapers, table cloths, curtains, etc. may cause overheating, fire or electrical shock.
Accessories / Options Standard accessories Remote Control N2QAYB000717 Batteries for the Remote Control (2) R6 (p. 7) Pedestal (p. 7) Mains lead (p. 11) Quick Start Guide Accessories / Options Operating Instructions Pan European Guarantee Card Accessories may not be placed all together. Take care not to throw them away unintentionally. This product contains possibly dangerous parts (such as plastic bags), that can be breathed in or swallowed by young children accidentally.
Installing / removing remote’s batteries 1 Caution Pull Open Hook 2 Note the correct polarity (+ or -) Warning Do not disassemble or modify the pedestal. Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result. Caution Do not use any pedestal other than the one provided with this TV. Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result. Do not use the pedestal if it becomes warped or physically damaged.
Assembly screw (4) (silver) Assembly screw (4) (black) M5 × 18 Pole (2) R: TBL5ZA3311 L: TBL5ZA3310 R M5 × 30 Base TBL5ZX0343 (TX-P42X50E) TBL5ZX0341 (TX-P50X50E) L Quick Start Guide Assembling the pedestal Securing the TV Use the assembly screws to fasten the poles to the base securely. Make sure that the screws are securely tightened. Forcing the assembly screws the wrong way will strip the threads. “L” or “R” mark is stamped on the bottom of the pole.
Identifying Controls Remote Control 8 OK 9 20 10 8 21 9 22 10 11 12 23 24 11 12 13 13 14 14 25 15 26 15 16 17 27 18 19 20 21 22 1 Standby On / Off switch 2 3 4 5 6 7 Switches TV on or off standby. Off Timer (p. 17) Sets the time the TV automatically turns off. [Main Menu] (p. 27) Press to access Picture, Sound and Setup Menus. Aspect (p. 18) Changes aspect ratio. Information (p. 16) Displays channel and programme information. VIERA TOOLS (p.
Indicator / Control panel 1 Function select Quick Start Guide Identifying Controls [Volume] / [Contrast] / [Brightness] / [Colour] / [Sharpness] / [Tint] (NTSC signal) / [Bass] / [Treble] / [Balance] / [Auto Setup] (p. 36, 37) [Music] or [Speech] mode in the Sound Menu 2 Channel Up / Down, Value change (when using the F button), Switching the TV on (press either button for about 1 second when in Standby mode) 3 Changes the input mode 4 Mains power On / Off switch Use to switch the mains power.
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. Terminals 1 5 Quick Start Guide 2 6 3 7 4 8 Basic Connection 9 1 2 3 4 SD Card slot (p. 49) CI slot (p. 46) Headphone jack (p. 67) USB port (p. 49) 5 6 7 8 9 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (p. 66) AV1 (SCART) (p. 12) AV2 (COMPONENT / VIDEO) (p. 66) Terrestrial / cable terminal (see below) HDMI1 / 2 (p.
AV devices Player TV HDMI cable Player Quick Start Guide DVD Recorder / VCR TV Terrestrial aerial Cable Basic Connection RF cable RF cable SCART cable DVD Recorder / VCR DVD Recorder / VCR and Set top box TV Set top box HDMI cable Terrestrial aerial SCART cable RF cable RF Cable SCART cable DVD Recorder / VCR Note Connect to the TV’s AV1 for a DVD Recorder / VCR supporting Q-Link (p. 60). Q-Link and VIERA Link connection (p.
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. 11, 12) 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.
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How to Use VIERA TOOLS You can access some special features easily by using the VIERA TOOLS function. 1 Display icons of the feature 2 Select a feature VIERA Link select access To return to TV or How to Use VIERA TOOLS Follow the operations of each feature [VIERA Link] [Photo] [Video] [Music] (p. 62 - 65) (p. 51) (p. 55) (p. 57) If 2 devices are available, a selection screen will be displayed. Please select the correct description and access.
How to Use Menu Functions Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions. 1 Display the menu 2 Select the menu Displays the functions that can be set (varies according to the input signal).
Menu list Menu Item Viewing Mode Selects your favourite picture mode for each input [Dynamic] / [Normal] / [Cinema] / [True Cinema] / [Game] [Dynamic]: Improves contrast and sharpness for viewing in a bright room. [Normal]: Normal use for viewing in a normal lighting condition. [Cinema]: Improves the performance of contrast, black and colour reproduction for watching movies in a darkened room. [True Cinema]: Reproduces the original image quality precisely without any revision.
Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Changes the image processing of the panel (depending on the input signal) [50Hz] / [100Hz] Set to [100Hz] normally Side Panel Adjusts the brightness of the side panel [Off] / [Low] / [Mid] / [High] The recommended setting is [High] to prevent panel “image retention”. 16:9 Overscan Selects the screen area displaying the image [Off] / [On] [On]: Enlarges the image to hide the edge of the image. [Off]: Displays the image in the original size.
Menu Sound How to Use Menu Functions 30 Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Mode Selects your favourite sound mode [Music] / [Speech] / [User] The selected mode affects all input signals. [Music]: Improves sound quality for watching music videos, etc. [Speech]: Improves sound quality for watching news, drama, etc. In Music and Speech modes, you can adjust [Bass] and [Treble] settings, and those settings will be stored for each mode.
Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) SPDIF Selection SPDIF: A standard audio transfer file format Selects the initial setting for digital audio output signal from DIGITAL AUDIO OUT and HDMI2 (ARC function) terminals [Auto] / [PCM] [Auto]: Dolby Digital Plus and Dolby Digital are output as Dolby Digital Bitstream. HE-AAC (48 kHz) multi-channel is output as DTS. MPEG is output as PCM. [PCM]: Digital output signal is fixed to PCM. For DVB mode or video contents of Media Player (p.
Menu Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Timer Programming Sets a timer to record or remind forthcoming programmes (p. 42) For DVB mode Off Timer Sets the duration of time until the TV automatically goes into Standby mode [Off] / [15] / [30] / [45] / [60] / [75] / [90] (minutes) (p.
Menu Item Child Lock Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Applies access control for channels or inputs to prevent unwanted access (p. 45) Language Creates a list of favourite channels (p. 38) Not valid on Analogue mode Channel List Skips the unwanted channels or edits channels (p. 39) Auto Setup Automatically searches for the receivable channels (p. 36, 37) Manual Tuning Searches for the channels manually (p.
Menu Display Settings Setup How to Use Menu Functions 34 Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Preferred Subtitle Type Selects the preferred subtitle type [Standard] / [Hard of Hearing] [Hard of Hearing] provides aids in understanding and enjoyment with DVB subtitles (depending on the broadcaster). [Preferred Subtitles 1 / 2] in [Language] are given priority. Teletext Teletext display mode [TOP (FLOF)] / [List] (p.
Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Resets all settings to the original condition (p. 47) System Update Downloads new software to this TV (p. 48) Software Licence Displays the software licence information System Information Displays the system information of this TV GUIDE Plus+ Settings System Menu Update Performs the update of the GUIDE Plus+ schedule and advertising information for the GUIDE Plus+ system (only available in some countries) (p.
Retuning from Setup Menu Automatically retune the channels received in the area. This function is available if channel tuning is already performed. Only the selected mode is retuned. All the previous tuning settings are erased. If Child Lock PIN number (p. 45) has been set, the PIN number is required. If tuning has not been done completely [Manual Tuning] (p. 40) DVB-C, DVB-T, Analogue channels 1 Select DVB-C, DVB-T or Analogue 2 Display the menu and select [Setup] (p.
6 DVB-T: DVB-T Auto Setup DVB-T Auto Setup Progress CH 5 69 This will take about 3 minutes. All DVB-T tuning data will be erased Channel Name CH 62 62 62 62 Type CBBC Channel BBC Radio Wales E4 Cartoon Nwk Free TV: 4 Free TV Free TV Free TV Free TV Pay TV: 0 Searching Quality 100 100 100 100 Radio: 0 Analogue: Analogue Auto Setup Analogue Auto Setup CH 2 Scan 78 CC 1 41 This will take about 3 minutes.
Tuning and Editing Channels You can retune channels or make your favourite channel lists, skip unwanted channels, etc. 1 Select the mode 2 Display the menu and select [Setup] (p. 15) select Main Menu Picture access Sound Setup 3 Select [DVB-C Tuning Menu], [DVB-T Tuning Menu] or [Analogue Tuning Menu] select Setup Menu DVB-C Tuning Menu Access DVB-T Tuning Menu Access Analogue Tuning Menu Access 4 access The displayed item depends on the selected mode.
To edit Favourites list While the cursor is in the Favourites field to edit To move the channel Select the new position (green) To delete the channel Store (green) or To delete all channels (yellow) To name the Favourites Set characters (maximum 10 characters) Store select User input (red) Name set To use numeric buttons (p. 73) 3 Store Skip unwanted channels, Edit Channels [Channel List] You can hide (skip) unwanted channels.
Set DVB channel manually [Manual Tuning] Normally use [Auto Setup] or [Update Channel List] to retune DVB channels. If tuning has not been done completely or for adjusting the direction of the aerial, use this function. All channels found will be added to the Channel List. DVB-C: 1 Enter the frequency 2 Search DVB-C Manual Tuning Frequency Symbol Rate Service ID Signal Quality Signal Strength No.
Update DVB channel automatically [Update Channel List] You can add new channels, delete removed channels, update channel name and position automatically to the channel list. The channel list is updated while keeping your settings in [Favourites Edit], DVB-T Update Channel List CH 5 Progress 69 [Channel List], [Child Lock], etc. This will take about 3 minutes. Channel Name Type Quality CH Depending on the signal condition, the update may not work properly.
Timer Programming Timer Programming from Menu The Timer Programming menu allows you to choose programmes that you want to remind watching or record to the external recorder. At the correct time, the TV will tune to the correct channel even if the TV is in Standby mode. TV Guide may also be used to set timer programming event (p. 21). This function is not available in Analogue mode. Timer Programming can store up to 15 events.
Set timer programming event details 1 Start making the settings 2 Select the function ([Ext Rec.] or [Reminder]) [Ext Rec.]: Records the programme to the external recorder. When the start time comes, the channel will be switched automatically and the video and audio signals will be output. 2 minutes before the starting time, a reminder message appears if you are watching TV. [Reminder]: Reminds you to watch the programme.
To edit a timer programming event Select the event To change a timer programming event Correct as necessary (p. 43) To delete a timer programming event To record with subtitles (if available) Each time pressed: (yellow) auto off To cancel a timer programming event temporarily Each time pressed: (blue) cancel stop cancelling (red) To unlock the tuner and stop recording Note Timer Programming 44 Check that the LED is orange.
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. Enter the PIN number to watch. Display the menu and select [Setup] 1 select Main Menu Picture access Sound Setup Select [Child Lock] 2 Setup Menu select Child Lock Access access Control channel audience [Child Lock] 1 Enter the PIN number (4 digits) Enter the PIN number twice at first setting.
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. Video and audio signals may not be output depending on broadcasts or services. Although CI module may enable you to view some services, this TV does not guarantee all services (e.g. encrypted pay-TV channels). Please use only the approved CI module by the broadcaster.
Shipping Condition Resets the TV to its original condition, i.e. no channels tuned in. All settings are reset (channels, picture, sound settings, etc.). To retune TV channels only, e.g. after moving house “Retuning from Setup Menu” (p.
Updating the TV Software A new version of software may be released for download to enhance the performance or operations of the TV. If there is an update available, a notification message is displayed when the channel has the update information. To download (Press the EXIT button not to download) You can update new software automatically or update manually.
Using Media Player Media Player allows you to enjoy photo, video or music recorded on an SD Card and a USB Flash Memory. VIERA IMAGE VIEWER is the function of the easy viewing for photos or videos recorded on an SD Card on the TV screen by simply inserting into the SD Card slot. Photo mode: Still pictures recorded by digital cameras will be displayed. Video mode: Moving pictures recorded by digital video cameras will be played back. Music mode: Digital music data will be played back.
Starting Media Player 1 Insert the SD Card or USB Flash Memory to the TV 2 Confirm the message and start Media Player (p. 49) You can also start by pressing following button. “Watching External Inputs” (p. 24) 3 Select the device to access Drive Select select access EXIT Select RETURN Access SD Card If only 1 device is connected, this step will be skipped.
Change the contents You can switch to the other mode of Media Player from the thumbnail view. The mode can be switched in the current device. 1 While the thumbnail is displayed, display the contents selection 2 Select the contents Contents Select EXIT Select RETURN Access (blue) Photo Video select access Music SD Card Photo mode Photo mode will read all “.jpg” extension files in the SD Card or USB Flash Memory. The thumbnail of all the photos in the SD Card or USB Flash Memory will be displayed.
To sort by folder, recorded date or recorded month 1 Display the view selection in the thumbnail view (green) 2 Select the sort type select access [Folder view]: Displays the thumbnail grouped by folder. The files which are not into a folder will be collected to the folder named “/”. [Sort by Date] / [Sort by Month]: Displays the thumbnail grouped by the same date or month. The group of the photos without a recorded date is shown as [Unknown].
Photo Settings Setup the settings for Photo mode. 1 Display the option menu 2 Select [Slideshow Settings] 3 Select the items and set Slideshow Settings Option Menu Slideshow Settings Frame Colour Effect Transition Effect Screen Mode Burst Playback Interval Repeat Back Ground Music Off Off Fade Normal Off 5 seconds On select set or access [Back Ground Music] Note Picture quality may become lower depending on the slideshow settings. Picture setting may not work depending on the slideshow settings.
Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Screen Mode Selects enlarged or normal viewing on Single view and Slideshow [Normal] / [Zoom] This function is not available when [Frame] is set to [Collage], [Drift], [Gallery] or [Cinema] or when [Transition Effect] is set to [Motion]. Depending on the photo size, it may not be fully enlarged to fill the screen, e.g. portrait style picture.
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Link Functions (Q-Link / VIERA Link) Q-Link connects the TV and DVD Recorder / VCR, and enables easy recording, playback, etc. (p. 60) 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. 61 - 65) You can use Q-Link and VIERA Link functions together. This TV supports “HDAVI Control 5” 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 Blu-ray Disc theatre with VIERA Link function – Player theatre with VIERA Link function – 6 – 3 7 6 – – – 3 – 3 – – 7 – – 1 Amplifier with VIERA Link fu
Q-Link Preparations Connect the DVD Recorder / VCR with the following logos: “Q-Link”, “NEXTVIEWLINK”, “DATA LOGIC (a trademark of Metz Corporation)”, “Easy Link (a trademark of Philips Corporation)”, “Megalogic (a trademark of Grundig Corporation)”, “SMARTLINK (a trademark of Sony Corporation)” Q-Link connection (p. 58) 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 [AV1 out] (p.
VIERA Link “ ” Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with Panasonic products which have “HDAVI Control” function. This TV supports “HDAVI Control 5” 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. 58, 59). These features are limited to models incorporating “HDAVI Control” and “VIERA Link”.
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. 32) The power consumption in Standby mode of the connected equipment is controlled higher or lower in synchronisation with the TV on / off state to reduce the consumption. When the TV is set to Standby mode, the connected equipment is automatically set to Standby and the power consumption of the connected equipment is automatically minimised.
Pause Live TV programme [Pause Live TV] You can pause the current TV programme and resume later. The current TV programme will be recorded on HDD of the connected DIGA Recorder. This function is available with a DIGA Recorder which has HDD. If you connect a variety of recorders including other manufacturers’ recorders at the same time, connect the DIGA Recorder which has HDD to the TV’s lower HDMI terminal number.
2 Select [VIERA Link Control] VIERA Link Menu Pause Live TV Direct TV Rec VIERA Link Control Speaker Selection 3 select Start Start Recorder Home Cinema Select the equipment to access Select the type of the connected equipment and access.
Speaker control [Speaker Selection] You can control the theatre speaker with this TV remote control pointing 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. 58, 59), “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 basic connection (p. 11, 12), the table (p. 67), and the specifications (p. 78, 79). Check the type of terminals and cable plugs are correct when connecting.
Headphones Rear of the TV (M3 stereo mini plug) To adjust volume [Headphone Volume] (p.
Technical Information Auto Aspect The optimum size and aspect can be chosen automatically, and you can enjoy finer images. (p. 18) 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.
Supported file format in Media Player Photo Format JPEG File extension Image resolution (pixel) .jpeg 8×8 to 30,719 × 17,279 File extension Video codec .jpg Details / Restrictions DCF and EXIF standards Sub-sampling: 4:4:4, 4:2:2, 4:2:0 Progressive JPEG is not supported. Video Container Audio codec Details / Restrictions AVCHD .mts H.264 Dolby Digital AVCHD Standard Ver. 1.0 The data may not be available if a folder structure on the device is modified. SD-Video .
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Devices for recording or playing back SD Card 2.1 mm Card format: SDXC Card - exFAT SDHC Card / SD Card - FAT16 or FAT32 Compliant card type (maximum capacity): SDXC Card (64 GB), SDHC Card (32 GB), SD Card (2 GB), miniSD Card (2 GB) (requiring miniSD adaptor) If miniSD Card is used, insert / remove it together with the adaptor. Check the latest information on the card type at the following website. (English only) http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/tv/ Use an SD Card which meets SD standards.
Input signal that can be displayed COMPONENT (Y, PB, PR) (from AV2 terminal), HDMI Signal name COMPONENT HDMI 525 (480) / 60i, 60p 625 (576) / 50i, 50p 750 (720) / 60p, 50p 1,125 (1,080) / 60i, 50i 1,125 (1,080) / 60p, 50p, 24p : Applicable input signal PC (from HDMI terminal) Signal name 640 × 480 @60 Hz 1,280 × 720 @60 Hz 1,920 × 1,080 @60 Hz Horizontal frequency (kHz) Vertical frequency (Hz) 31.47 45.00 67.50 60.00 60.00 60.
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 User input desired character. Name A B C D E F G H U V W X Y Z I J K L M N O P Q R S T 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ! : # a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z ( ) + - . * _ The character is set automatically if you leave for 1 second.
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. Block noise, frozen or disappearing image occurs in DVB mode / White spots or shadow image (ghosting) occurs in Analogue mode / Some channels cannot be tuned Check the position, direction and connection of the aerial. Check [Signal Condition] (p. 41).
Problem Causes / Actions Screen Sound HDMI Chaotic image, noisy Set [P-NR] in the Picture Menu to remove noise. (p. 28) Check nearby electrical products (car, motorcycle, fluorescent lamp). No image can be displayed Is [Contrast], [Brightness] or [Colour] in the Picture Menu set to the minimum? (p. 28) Blurry or distorted image (no sound or low volume) Reset channels. Unusual image is displayed Turn the TV off with Mains power On / Off switch, then turn it on again.
Problem Other FAQs 76 Causes / Actions The TV does not switch on Check the mains lead is plugged into the TV and the socket outlet. The TV goes into Standby mode Auto power standby function is activated. (p. 10) The TV enters Standby mode about 30 minutes after analogue broadcasting ends. The remote control does not work or is intermittent Are the batteries installed correctly? (p. 7) Has the TV been switched on? The batteries may be running low. Replace them.
Maintenance First, remove the mains plug from the socket outlet. Display panel, Cabinet, Pedestal Regular care: Gently wipe the surface of the display panel, cabinet, or pedestal by using a soft cloth to clean the dirt or fingerprints. For stubborn dirt: First clean the dust on the surface. Dampen a soft cloth with clean water or diluted neutral detergent (1 part detergent to 100 parts water). Wring the cloth and wipe the surface. Finally, wipe away all the moisture.
Specifications Product fiche Manufacturer Panasonic Corporation Model No. TX-P42X50E TX-P50X50E Energy efficiency class B B Visible screen size (diagonal) 107 cm / 42 inches 127 cm / 50 inches On mode average power consumption 95 W 132 W Annual energy consumption 1 139 kWh 193 kWh Rated power consumption 150 W 200 W Standby power consumption 2 0.40 W Off mode power consumption 0.30 W Display resolution 1,024 (W) × 768 (H) Other information Model No.
Operating conditions Temperature: 0 °C - 35 °C Humidity: 20 % - 80 % RH (non-condensing) Connection terminals AV1 input / output SCART (Audio/Video in, Audio/Video out, RGB in, Q-Link) VIDEO RCA PIN Type × 1 1.0 V[p-p] (75 :) AV2 input (COMPONENT / VIDEO) AUDIO L - R RCA PIN Type × 2 0.5 V[rms] Y PB, PR 1.0 V[p-p] (including synchronisation) ±0.35 V[p-p] HDMI 1 / 2 input TYPE A Connectors HDMI1: Deep Colour, x.v.Colour™ HDMI2: Audio Return Channel, Deep Colour, x.v.
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.
