PANASONIC TH-37PX8ESA, TH-42PX8ESA User Manual

Operating Instructions

Plasma Television

Model No. TH-37PX8ESA

TH-42PX8ESA

Contents

Be Sure to Read

Safety Precautions ··································· 2

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(Warning / Caution)

Notes ························································ 3

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Maintenance ············································ 3

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Quick Start Guide

Accessories / Options ·············4

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Identifying Controls ·················· 6

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Basic Connection ·····················8

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Auto Setup ······························· 10

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How to Use Menu Functions

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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 ﬁ re.)

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Ensure that the mains plug is easily accessible.

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Ensure the earth pin on the mains plug is securely connected to prevent electrical shock.

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An apparatus with CLASS I construction shall be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.

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Do not touch the mains plug with a wet hand. (This may cause electrical shock.)

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Do not use any mains lead other than that provided with this TV. (This may cause ﬁ re or electrical shock.)

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Do not damage the mains lead. (A damaged lead may cause ﬁ re or electrical shock.)

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Do not move the TV with the lead plugged in the socket outlet.

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Do not place a heavy object on the lead or place the lead near a high-temperature object.

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Do not twist the lead, bend it excessively, or stretch it.

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Do not pull on the lead. Hold onto the mains plug body when disconnecting lead.

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Do not use a damaged mains plug or socket outlet.

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If you ﬁ nd any abnormality, remove the mains plug immediately!

AC 220-240 V 50 / 60 Hz

Power source

This TV is designed to operate on 220-240 V,

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50 / 60 Hz AC.

Do not remove covers NEVER modify the TV yourself

(High-voltage components may cause serious electrical shock.)

Have the TV checked, adjusted, or repaired at your

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local Panasonic dealer.

Keep liquids away from the TV

To prevent damage which may result in ﬁ re or shock hazard,

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do not expose this appliance to dripping or splashing. Do not place containers with water (ﬂ ower vase, cups,

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cosmetics, etc.) above the TV. (including on shelves above, etc.)

Do not expose to direct sunlight and other sources of heat

Avoid exposing the TV to direct sunlight and other

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sources of heat. To prevent ﬁ re never place any type of candle or naked ﬂ ame on top or near the TV.

Do not place foreign objects inside the TV

Do not allow any objects to drop into the TV through

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the air vents (ﬁ re or electrical shock may result).

Do not place the TV on sloped or unstable surfaces

The TV may fall off or tip over.

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Use only the dedicated pedestals / mounting equipment

Using an unapproved pedestal or other ﬁ xtures may

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make the TV unstable, risking injury. Be sure to ask your local Panasonic dealer to perform setup. Use approved pedestals / mounts (p. 4).

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Notes

Caution

■ When cleaning the TV, remove the

mains plug

Cleaning an energized TV may cause electrical shock.

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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

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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

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or downward may cause damage to the internal circuitry.

■ Allow sufﬁ cient space around the

TV for radiated heat

Minimum distance

When using the pedestal, keep the space between

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the bottom of the TV and the ﬂ oor surface. In case of using Wall-hanging bracket, follow the

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manual of it.

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(cm)

■ Do not block the rear air vents

Blocked ventilation by newspapers, table cloths, curtains,

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etc. may cause overheating, ﬁ re or electrical shock.

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Do not expose your ears to excessive volume from the headphones

Irreversible damage can be caused.

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Do not display a still picture for a long time

This causes the image to remain on the plasma screen (“image retention”). This is not considered a malfunction and is not covered by the warranty.

Typical still images

Programme number and other logos

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Image displayed in 4:3 mode

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Video game

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To prevent image retention, contrast is lowered automatically after a few minutes if no signals are sent or no operations are performed.

■ Auto power standby function

If no signal is received and no operation is

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performed in Analogue TV mode for 30 minutes, the TV will automatically go to standby mode.

■ Keep the TV away from these types of

equipment

Electronic equipment

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In particular, do not place video equipment near

the TV (electromagnetic interference may distort images / sound).

Equipment with an infrared sensor

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This TV also emits infrared rays (this may affect

operation of other equipment).

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Notes /

Safety Precautions

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Maintenance

First, remove the mains plug from the socket outlet.

Display panel

Regular 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 diluted neutral detergent (1 part detergent to 100 parts water). Then, using a soft dry cloth, evenly wipe the surface clean until it is dry.

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 ﬁ ngernail or other hard object. Take care not to subject the surface to insect repellent, solvent, thinner, or other volatile substances

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(this may degrade surface quality).

Cabinet, Pedestal

Regular 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

Take care not to subject the TV's surfaces to detergent.

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(A liquid inside the TV could lead to product failure.) Take care not to subject surfaces to insect 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 and pedestal 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 ﬁ re or electrical shock.)

Accessories / Options

Standard accessories

Remote Control

N2QAYB000222

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Operating Instructions

Pan European Guarantee Card

This product contains possibly dangerous parts (such as plastic bags), that can be breathed in or swallowed by

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young children accidentally. Keep these parts out of reach of young children.

Optional accessories

Wall-hanging bracket (vertical)

TY-WK42PV3W

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TY-WK42PV4W

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Caution

In order to maintain the unit’s performance and safety, be absolutely sure to ask your dealer or a licenced

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contractor to secure the wall-hanging brackets. Carefully read the instructions accompanying the pedestal, and be absolutely sure to take steps to prevent

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the TV from tipping over. Handle the TV carefully during installation since subjecting it to impact or other forces may cause product

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damage.

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Check that you have the accessories and items shown

Batteries for the

Remote Control (2)

R6 (UM3)

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(angle)

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Clamper

p. 6

Pedestal

p. 5

TY-WK42PR3W TY-WK42PR4W

Mains Lead

p. 9

Installing / removing remote’s batteries

Pull open

Hook

Caution

Incorrect installation may cause battery leakage and corrosion, resulting in damage to the remote control.

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Do not mix old and new batteries.

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Do not mix different battery types (such as alkaline and manganese batteries).

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Do not use rechargeable (Ni-Cd) batteries.

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Do not burn or breakup batteries.

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Batteries must not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, ﬁ re or the like.

Note the correct polarity (+ or -)

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.

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Caution

Do not use any other TV and displays.

Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result.

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Do not use the pedestal if it becomes warped or physically damaged.

If you use the pedestal while it is physically damaged, personal injury may result. Contact your nearest

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Panasonic dealer immediately.

During set-up, make sure that all screws are securely tightened.

If insufﬁ cient care is taken to ensure screws are properly tightened during assembly, the pedestal will not be

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strong enough to support the TV, and it might fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result.

Ensure that the TV does not fall over.

If the TV is knocked or children climb onto the pedestal with the TV installed, the TV may fall over and personal

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injury may result.

Two or more people are required to install and remove the TV.

If two or more people are not present, the TV may be dropped, and personal injury may result.

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Assembly screw (4)

(silver)

XYN5+F18FN

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M5 × 18 M5 × 25

Assembly screw (4)

(black)

THEL061N

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Pole (2)

R : TBLA3626

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L : TBLA3627

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Base

TBLX0075

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■ Assembling the pedestal

Use the four assembly screws to fasten the left and right poles to the base securely.

Make sure that the screws are securely tightened.

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Forcing the assembly screws the wrong way will

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strip the threads. “L” or “R” mark is stamped on the bottom of the pole.

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■ Securing the TV

Use the assembly screws to fasten securely.

Make sure that the screws are securely tightened.

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Carry out the work on a horizontal and level surface.

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View from the bottom

Arrow mark

Front

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Accessories / Options

Hole for pedestal installation

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