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Operating Instructions
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Plasma Television
Model No.
TH-37PA60E
TH-42PA60E
Customer’s Record
The model number and serial number of this product may be found on its rear panel. You should note this serial
number in the space provided below and retain this book, plus your purchase receipt, as a permanent record
of your purchase to aid in identification in the event of theft or loss, and for Warranty Service purposes.
Model Number Serial Number
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
Web Site : http://www.panasonic-europe.com
2006 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved.
Printed in Czech Republic
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.
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Turn your own living room into a movie theatre!
Experience an amazing level of multi-
media excitement
Enjoy rich multi-media
Camcorder
Set top box
DVD recorder
Amplifier with
Speaker system
VCR
DVD player
Contents
Be Sure to Read
Safety Precautions ······································ 4
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(Warning / Caution)
Notes ···························································5
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Maintenance ··············································· 5
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Quick Start Guide
Accessories / Options
Identifying Controls
Connection
Auto Setup
Enjoy your TV!
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Basic Features
Watching TV ·············································· 10
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Watching Videos and DVDs ······················ 11
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Viewing Teletext ········································12
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Advanced Features
How to Use Menu Functions ····················· 14
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(picture, sound quality, etc.)
Editing and Setting Channels
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External Equipment ···································20
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(Q-Link / Control with HDMI / Connections)
FAQs, etc.
Technical Information ································26
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FAQs ························································· 29
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Licence ······················································ 31
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Specifications ············································ 31
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Safety Precautions
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Notes
Warning Caution
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. (This may cause electrical shock.)
Do not damage the mains lead. (A damaged lead may cause fire or electrical shock.)
Do not move the TV with the lead plugged in the socket outlet.
Do not place a heavy object on the lead or place the lead near a high-temperature object.
Do not twist the lead, bend it excessively, or stretch it.
Do not pull on the lead. Hold onto the mains plug body when disconnecting lead.
Do not use a damaged mains plug or socket outlet.
If you find any
abnormality, remove
the mains plug immediately!
(such as strange smell or smoke)
When cleaning the TV unit, remove the
mains plug
(Cleaning an energized unit 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.
Allow sufficient space around the unit
for radiated heat
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Do not block the rear air vents
Blocked ventilation by curtains, etc. may cause
overheating, fire or electrical shock.
Remember not to keep still pictures on
the screen for extended lengths of time
Such still pictures cause after-images on the plasma
screen if they are displayed for a long time. These
after-images are not considered malfunctions and are
not covered by the warranty.
Typical still images
Channel number and unique logos
Image displayed in 4:3 mode
Video game
Computer image
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To decrease the chance of after-images, a screen saver will
be automatically activated after a few minutes if there is no
signal and if there is no operation in AV mode. (p. 29)
The screen saver will be automatically deactivated when a
signal is detected or an operation is executed.
Keep the unit away from these equipment
Electronic equipment
In particular, do not place video equipment near the unit
(electromagnetic interference may distort images / sound).
Equipment with an infrared sensor
This TV also emits infrared rays (this may affect
operation of other equipment).
AC 220-240 V
50 / 60 Hz
Maintenance
First, remove the mains plug from the socket outlet.
Display panel
Daily care: Gently wipe the surface clean of dirt by using a soft cloth.
Major contamination: Wipe the surface clean using a soft cloth dampened with clean water or water containing a
small amount of neutral detergent. Then, using a soft dry cloth, evenly wipe the surface clean until it is dry.
Do not remove covers
NEVER modify the unit yourself
(High-voltage components may cause serious
electrical shock.)
Have the unit checked, adjusted, or repaired at
your local Panasonic dealer.
Keep liquids away from the TV
To prevent damage which may result in fire or
shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to
dripping or splashing.
Do not place containers with water (flower vase,
cups, cosmetics, etc.) above the set. (including on
shelves above, etc.)
Do not place foreign objects
inside the unit
Do not let metal or flammable objects drop into the unit
through the air vents (fire or electrical shock may result).
Do not expose to direct sunlight
and other sources of heat
Avoid exposing the TV set to direct sunlight and other
sources of heat. To prevent fire never place any type
of candle or naked flame on top or near the TV set.
Do not place the TV on an unstable
surface
Use only the dedicated stands /
mounting
Using an unauthorized stand or other fixtures may
make the unit shaky, risking injury. Be sure to ask
your local Panasonic dealer to perform setup.
Use optional stands / mounts (p. 6).
equipment
Caution
The surface of the display panel has been specially treated and may be easily damaged.
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Do not tap or scratch the surface with your fingernail or other hard object.
Use care not to subject the surface to bug repellent, solvent, thinner, or other volatile substances
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(this may degrade surface quality).
Cabinet
Daily care: Wipe the surface clean using a soft dry cloth.
Major contamination: Dampen a soft cloth with clean water or water containing a small amount of neutral detergent.
Then, wring the cloth and wipe the surface clean with it. Finally, wipe the surface clean with a dry cloth.
Caution
Use care not to subject the TV unit's surfaces to detergent.
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(A liquid inside the TV unit could lead to product failure.)
Use care not to subject surfaces to bug repellent, solvent, thinner, or other volatile substances
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(this may deteriorate the surface by peeling the paint).
Do not allow the cabinet to make contact with a rubber or PVC substance for a long time.
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Mains plug
Wipe the mains plug with a dry cloth at regular intervals. (Moisture and dust may lead to fire or electrical shock.)
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Identifying ControlsAccessories / Options
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Standard accessories
Remote Control
Transmitter
EUR7651090
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Clamper (2)
Check that you have the accessories and items shown
Batteries for the Remote
Control Transmitter
R6 (UM3)
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Mains Lead
Installing remote's batteries
TH-37PA60E
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Caution
Incorrect installation may cause battery
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leakage and corrosion, resulting in
damage to the remote control unit.
Do not mix old and new batteries.
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Do not mix different battery types (such as
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alkaline and manganese batteries).
Do not use rechargeable (Ni-Cd) batteries.
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Do not burn or breakup batteries.
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Optional accessories
Pedestal Plasma TV stand
Note the correct
polarity (+ or -)
TY-ST42PA50W TY-S37PA60W
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open
Hook
Close
Snap open
Snap shut
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(TH-37PA60E)
TY-S42PA60W
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Pedestal
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(TH-37PA60E)
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Read the manual of the
pedestal for installation.
Attaching the cable clampers
TH-42PA60E
Remove from the TV unit
Push both side
hooks and pull out
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.
Wall-hanging
bracket
(vertical)
TY-WK42PV3W
TY-WK42PV2W
(angle)
TY-WK42PR2W
On / Off switch
Switches TV to On or Standby
(On / Off switch in On position)
Programme Guide (p. 10)
Select / OK
MENU
Press to access the Picture, Sound and
Setup menus
Teletext (p. 12)
Viewing a favourite teletext channel
(p. 12)
Changes programme / channel
(p. 10)
Direct channel access
During normal TV viewing or when in the
Tuning, Programme edit or Manual tuning
menus, press and then enter channel number
using the numeric buttons
Press twice to change to the Cableband mode
Selects programmes in sequence
Normalizes (p. 14)
(Resets settings)
Changes aspect ratio (p. 10)
Power lamp
(standby: red)
Remote control signal receiver
Selects programmes in sequence
Switches TV/AV
Function select
Volume / Contrast / Brightness / Colour / Sharpness
/ Tint (NTSC mode) / Bass / Treble / Balance /
Tuning mode (p. 19)
Store setting (p. 18)
Used to store tuning and
other function settings
Sound mute On / Off
DIRECT TV Recording
To immediately record programme
in VCR / DVD recorder with Q-Link
connection
(p. 20)
Switches TV/AV
(To watch videos or DVDs) (p. 11)
EXIT (Returns to TV screen)
Coloured buttons
(used for various functions)
(for example, see p. 12)
Still Picture (p. 10)
Teletext Index (p. 12)
Programme Information (p. 10)
Volume
VCR / DVD operations (p. 11)
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Accessories / Options
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Return
Bass
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MPX
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Ambience
Sound menu
No service
Music
Off
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AV2 AV3
RF OUT
RF IN
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Connection
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SuchlaufStart ATP Abbruch
Deutschland
Österreich
France
Italia
España
Portugal
Nederland
Danmark
Sverige
Norge
Suomi
Belgien
Schweiz
ELLADA
Polska
Česká republika
Magyarország
E.Eu
Land
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Auto Setup
External equipments and cables shown in this manual are not supplied with this TV.
Please ensure that the unit is disconnected from the mains before attaching or disconnecting any leads.
Watching TV
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VHF / UHF aerial
Rear of the TV
Rear terminal portion
(enlarged view)
Fastener
To unfasten
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Search and store TV channels automatically.
These steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed your local dealer.
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Turn the TV On with the On / Off switch
You can now use the remote
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control to turn On the unit or
turn the unit to standby mode.
(Power lamp: On)
Select your country
select
For Belgium, Switzerland
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and E.Eu, select the desired
language
To set manually
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Start Auto Setup
(p. 18)
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Auto Setup
Connection
Connect to AV2
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or AV3 for a unit
supporting
Q-Link (p. 20).
SCART cable
(fully wired)
To record TV
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DVD Recorder or VCR
Mains lead
(Connect after all the other connections.)
RF cable
Need help
with operations?
(example: Sound menu)
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Auto Setup is now
complete and your
TV is ready for viewing.
Auto Setup will start to search
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for TV channels and store them.
If Q-Link (p. 20) equipment is
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connected, channel information
is automatically downloaded to
the equipment.
To edit channels
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"Programme edit" (p. 16)
On-screen operation
guide will help you.
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