Panasonic TH-42PA50A User Manual
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Operating Instructions
Progressive Plasma Television
Model No.
TH-42PA50A
The illustration shown is an image.
Pedestal stand shown above is optional extra.
Please read these instructions before operating your set and retain them for future reference.
English
TQBC2040-3
Welcome
Dear Panasonic Customer,
Welcome to the Panasonic family of customers. We hope that you will have many years of enjoyment from your new
Plasma TV.
To obtain maximum benefi t from your set, please read these Instructions before making any adjustments, and retain
them for future reference.
Retain your purchase receipt also, and note down the model number and serial number of your set in the space
provided on the rear cover of these instructions.
Contents
Important Safety Notice .............................................. 3
Safety Precautions ..................................................... 4
Maintenance ............................................................... 5
Accessories ................................................................ 6
Fitting remote control batteries ................................... 6
Cable binding instructions .......................................... 7
Antenna connection .................................................... 8
Power On / Off ............................................................ 8
Audio / Video connections .......................................... 9
How to connect the Monitor Output terminals
to other Equipment .......................................... 10
How to connect the AV1 S Video Input terminals .. 10
How to connect the AV2 / AV3 Component
Input terminals ................................................. 10
Basic controls: front panel and remote control ......... 11
Using the On Screen Displays ................................. 12
Tuning ....................................................................... 13
Tuning menu .......................................................... 13
Auto tuning ............................................................ 14
Auto tuning (via front panel) .................................. 14
Manual tuning ........................................................ 15
Manual tuning (via front panel) .............................. 15
Channel Allocation .................................................... 16
Picture menu ............................................................ 17
Sound menu ............................................................. 18
Setup menu .............................................................. 19
Owner ID .................................................................. 20
Aspect Controls ........................................................ 21
Multi window ............................................................. 22
Teletext operation ..................................................... 23
Still ............................................................................ 25
Stereo / Bilingual Sound Selection ........................... 26
Remote control setting ............................................. 26
VCR / DVD operation ............................................... 27
Troubleshooting ........................................................ 28
Component signal that can be displayed ................. 29
Specifi cations ........................................................... 30
WARRANTY ............................................................. 31
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Important Safety Notice
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WARNING
1) To prevent damage which may result in fi re or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to dripping
or splashing.
Do not place containers with water (fl ower vase, cups, cosmetics, etc.) above the set. (including on
shelves above, etc.)
No naked fl ame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on / above the set.
2) To prevent electric shock, do not remove cover. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualifi ed
service personnel.
3) Do not remove the earthing pin on the power plug. This apparatus is equipped with a three pin earthing-type
power plug. This plug will only fi t an earthing-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to
insert the plug into the outlet, contact an electrician.
Do not defeat the purpose of the earthing plug.
CAUTION
1) This appliance is intended for use in environments which are relatively free of electromagnetic fi elds.
Using this appliance near sources of strong electromagnetic fi elds or where electrical noise may overlap with
the input signals could cause the picture and sound to wobble or cause interference such as noise to appear.
To avoid the possibility of harm to this appliance, keep it away from sources of strong electromagnetic fi elds.
2) If a static electricity discharge occurs inside the front cover, the screen may momentarily fl icker. This is not a
malfunction.
The screen will return to normality in a short while.
To prevent electric shock, ensure the grounding pin on the AC cord power plug is securely connected.
Trademark Credits
• VGA is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
• Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, USA.
• S-VGA is a registered trademark of the Video Electronics Standard Association.
Even if no special notation has been made of company or product trademarks, these trademarks have been
fully respected.
CAUTION:
Symptoms Check
Do not allow a still picture to be displayed for an extended period, as this can cause a
permanent after-image to remain on the Plasma TV.
Examples of still pictures include logos, video games, computer images, teletext and
After-images appear
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images displayed in 4:3 mode.
With no signal present, and without any user operation, the Panasonic screensaver will
appear automatically after a few minutes to prevent image retention.
Note:
The permanent after-image on the Plasma TV resulting from fi xed image use is not an
operating defect and as such is not covered by the Warranty.
This product is not designed to display fi xed images for extended periods of time.
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Safety Precautions
WARNING
Setup
This Plasma TV is for use only with the following optional accessories. Use with any other type of optional
accessories may cause instability which could result in the possibility of injury.
(All of the following accessories are manufactured by Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.)
• Pedestal ............................................TY-ST42PX5W
• Display stand ....................................TY-S42PA50W
• Wall-hanging bracket (vertical) .......... TY-WK42PV3W, TY-WK42PV2W
• Wall-hanging bracket (angle) ............ TY-WK42PR2W
Always be sure to ask a qualifi ed technician to carry out set-up.
Do not place the Plasma TV on sloped or unstable surfaces.
• The Plasma TV may fall off or tip over.
Do not place any objects on top of the Plasma TV.
• If water is spilt onto the Plasma TV or foreign objects get inside it, a short-circuit may occur which could result in fi re
or electric shock. If any foreign objects get inside the Plasma TV, please consult your local Panasonic dealer.
Ventilation should not be impleded by covering the ventilation openings with items such as newspapers,
table cloths and curtains.
For suffi cient ventilation;
If using the pedestal (optional accessory), leave a space of at least 10 cm at the top, left and right, at least
6 cm at the bottom, and at least 7 cm at the rear. If using some other setting-up method, leave a space of at
least 10 cm at the top, bottom, left and right, and at least 1.9 cm at the rear of the Plasma TV.
Electromagnetic interference may occur if electronic equipments are placed near each other.
• It will cause interference in image, sound, etc. In particular, keep video equipment away from this product.
Keep unneeded small parts and other objects out of the reach of small children. These objects can be
accidentally swallowed. Also, be careful about packaging materials and plastic sheets.
When using the Plasma TV
The Plasma TV is designed to operate on 220 - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz.
Do not cover the ventilation holes.
• Doing so may cause the Plasma TV to overheat, which can cause fi re or damage to the Plasma TV.
Do not insert any foreign objects into the Plasma TV.
• Do not insert any metal or fl ammable objects into the ventilations holes or drop them onto the Plasma TV, as doing
so can cause fi re or electric shock.
Do not remove the cover or modify it in any way.
• High voltages which can cause severe electric shocks are present inside the Plasma TV. For any inspection,
adjustment and repair work, please contact your local Panasonic dealer.
Ensure that the mains plug is easily accessible.
Securely insert the power supply plug as far as it will go.
• If the plug is not fully inserted, heat may be generated which could cause fi re. If the plug is damaged or the wall
socket plate is loose, do not use them.
Do not handle the power supply plug with wet hands.
• Doing so may cause electric shocks.
Do not do anything that may damage the power cable. When disconnecting the power cable, pull on the plug
body, not the cable.
• Do not damage the cable, make any modifi cations to it, place heavy objects on top of it, heat it, place it near any
hot objects, twist it, bend it excessively or pull it. To do so may cause fi re and electric shock. If the power cable is
damaged, have it repaired at your local Panasonic dealer.
If the Plasma TV is not going to be used for any prolonged length of time, unplug the power supply plug from
the wall outlet.
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Safety Precautions
If problems occur during use
If a problem occurs (such as no picture or no sound), or if smoke or an abnormal odour starts to come out
from the Plasma TV, immediately unplug the power supply plug from the wall outlet.
• If you continue to use the Plasma TV in this condition, fi re or electric shock could result. After checking that the
smoke has stopped, contact your local Panasonic dealer so that the necessary repairs can be made. Repairing
the Plasma TV yourself is extremely dangerous, and should never be attempted.
If water or foreign objects get inside the Plasma TV, if the Plasma TV is dropped, or if the cabinet becomes
damages, disconnect the power supply plug immediately.
• A short circuit may occur, which could cause fi re. Contact your local Panasonic dealer for any repairs that need to
be made.
CAUTION
When using the Plasma TV
Do not bring your hands, face or objects close to the ventilation holes of the Plasma TV.
• Heated air comes out from the ventilation holes at the top of Plasma TV will be hot. Do not bring your hands or
face, or objects which cannot withstand heat, close to this port, otherwise burns or deformation could result.
Be sure to disconnect all cables before moving the Plasma TV.
• If the Plasma TV is moved while some of the cables are still connected, the cables may become damaged, and
fi re or electric shock could result.
Disconnect the power supply plug from the wall socket as a safety precaution before carrying out any
cleaning.
• Electric shocks can result if this is not done.
Clean the power cable regularly to prevent it becoming dusty.
• If dust built up on the power supply plug, the resultant humidity can damage the insulation, which could result in
fi re.
Pull the power supply plug out from the wall outlet and wipe the mains lead with a dry cloth.
This Plasma TV radiates infrared rays, therefore it may affect other infrared communication equipment.
Install your infrared sensor in a place away from direct or refl ected light from your Plasma TV.
Maintenance
The front of the display panel has been specially treated. Wipe the panel surface gently using only a cleaning
cloth or a soft, lint-free cloth.
• If the surface is particularly dirty, wipe with a soft, lint-free cloth which has been soaked in pure water or water to
which a small amount of neutral detergent has been added, and then wipe it evenly with a dry cloth of the same
type until the surface is dry.
• Do not scratch or hit the surface of the panel with fi ngernails or other hard objects, otherwise the surface may
become damaged. Furthermore, avoid contact with volatile substances such as insect sprays, solvents and thinner,
otherwise the quality of the surface may be adversely affected.
If the cabinet becomes dirty, wipe it with a soft, dry cloth.
• If the cabinet is particularly dirty, soak the cloth in water to which a small amount of neutral detergent has been
added and then wring the cloth dry. Use this cloth to wipe the cabinet, and then wipe it dry with a dry cloth.
• Do not allow any detergent to come into direct contact with the surface of the Plasma TV.
If water droplets get inside the unit, operating problems may result.
• Avoid contact with volatile substances such as insect sprays, solvents and thinner, otherwise the quality of the
cabinet surface may be adversely affected or the coating may peel off. Furthermore, do not leave it for long periods
in contact with articles made from rubber or PVC.
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Operating Instructions
Remote Control Transmitter
(N2QAJB000154)
Mains Lead
Batteries for the Re mote
Control Transmitter
(2 × R6 (AA) size)
Clamper × 2
Fitting remote control batteries
321
+
-
+
“R6 (AA)” size
Pull and hold the hook, then
open the battery cover.
• Make sure that the batteries are fi tted the correct way round.
• Do not mix old batteries with new batteries. Remove old, exhausted batteries immediately.
• Do not mix different battery types, i.e. Alkaline and Manganese.
• Do not use rechargeable (Ni-Cad) batteries.
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Insert batteries - note correct
polarity ( + and -).
Replace the cover.
Cable binding instructions
Mains Lead
How to fi x: How to release:
Fix by pushing in till
a clicking sound is
heard.
Clamp
Clamper
Bundle cables using the two clampers (left and right) fi tted to the plasma TV.
Open:
Pull up while
drawing the knob.
Close:
Note:
To avoid interference appearing on the screen, do not bundle the RF cable and mains lead together.
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Antenna connection
For proper reception of VHF / UHF channels, an external antenna is required. For best reception, an outdoor antenna
is recommended.
VHF Aerial
UHF Aerial
VCR
Mixer
ANT INPUTANT OUTPUT
OR
75 Ω Coaxial cable
Notes:
• Do not put the Coaxial cable close to the mains lead to avoid noise.
• Do not place the Coaxial cable under the TV.
• Additional equipment, cables and adapter plugs shown are not supplied with this TV set.
• To obtain optimum quality picture and sound, an Aerial, the correct cable (75 Ω coaxial) and the correct terminating
plug are required.
• If a communal Aerial system is used, you may require the correct connection cable and plug between the wall Aerial
socket and your TV.
• Your local Television Service Centre or Dealer may be able to assist you in obtaining the correct Aerial system for
your particular area and the accessories required.
• Any matters regarding Aerial installation, upgrading of existing systems or accessories required, and the costs
incurred, are the responsibility of you, the Customer.
Power On / Off
Connect the mains plug to the wall sock et.
Press the [ ] switch on the TV set to turn the
set on.
Owner ID setting screen is displayed. See page
20.
To switch the TV set to Standby mode, press the
button on the remote control.
The TV set can be switched on by pressing the
button again if it was in Stand by mode.
Note:
This TV will still consume some power as long
as the mains plug is still inserted into the wall
socket.
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Power Indicator
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On : No Light
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Audio / Video connections
It is possible to connect a variety of additional equipment to this TV. The following pages detail how to connect external
equipment to the rear of the TV.
Once your equipment is connected, use the following procedure to view the input:
Press the TV/AV button.
Whilst the on screen selector keys are displayed, press coloured
buttons to select the AV source you wish to view.
Red button : AV1 Audio, Video, S Video terminals
Green button : AV2 Audio, Video / Component terminals
Yellow button : AV3 Audio, Video / Component terminals
The on screen selector keys will disappear after a few seconds. If you
want to select an input when the keys are not shown, press any one
of the coloured buttons and the keys will reappear.
Notes:
• You can also select an AV source using the TV/AV button on the front
panel of the TV.
Press the TV/AV button repeatedly until you reach the AV source you
wish to view.
• When a Monaural VCR is used, connect the Monaural Audio cable
to the AUDIO L terminal.
• Additional equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this
TV set.
TV/AV
Green
Red
Yellow
AV1
AV1 AV2 AV3
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MONITOR
VIDEO
L
AUDIO
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AV1 IN
S VIDEO
OUT
MONO MONO MONO
AV2 IN AV3 IN
COMPONENT
PB/C
PR/C
VIDEO
COMPONENT
Y
B
R
L
R
AUDIO
PB/C
PR/C
Y
B
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AV2 / 3 IN
Y
MONO
MONITOR
OUT
MONO
MONITOR
OUT
AV1 IN
COMPONENT
VIDEO
COMPONENT
S VIDEO
MONO MONO MONO
VIDEO
Y
L
R
AUDIO
Y
PB/C
B
PR/C
R
PB/C
B
PR/C
R
L
R
AUDIO
AV2 IN AV3 IN
MONITOR
OUT
AV1 IN
COMPONENT
VIDEO
COMPONENT
S VIDEO
MONO MONO MONO
VIDEO
Y
L
R
AUDIO
Y
PB/C
B
PR/C
R
PB/C
B
PR/C
R
L
R
AUDIO
AV2 IN AV3 IN
MONITOR
OUT
AV1 IN
COMPONENT
VIDEO
COMPONENT
S VIDEO
MONO MONO MONO
VIDEO
Y
L
R
AUDIO
Y
PB/C
B
PR/C
R
PB/C
B
PR/C
R
L
R
AUDIO
AV2 IN AV3 IN
AV1 IN
AUDIO
IN
VIDEO
IN
L
R
VIDEO
OUT
S VIDEO
OUT
AUDIO
OUT
R
L
VIDEO
OUT
AUDIO
OUT
Y, P
B, PR,
OUT
PR
PB
Y
L
R
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
PB/CB
PR/CR
Audio / Video connections
How to connect the Monitor Output terminals to other Equipment
Example of output signal source
VCR
MONITOR
Amplifi er to speaker system
How to connect the AV1 S Video Input terminals
S VIDEO 4 pin terminal
Chrominance in
Luminance in
Example of input signal source
VCR
Chrominance earth
Luminance earth
Connect the S VIDEO or VIDEO terminal.
S VIDEO VCR
DVD PLAYER
CAMCORDER
How to connect the AV2 / AV3 Component Input terminals
Example of input signal source
Connect the VIDEO or COMPONENT
VIDEO terminal.
DVD PLAYER
Digital TV-SET-TOP-BOX
(DTV-STB)
Note:
Component input terminals accept progressive or non-progressive signals format, as well as high defi nition 720p(50Hz),
720p(60Hz), 1080i(50Hz) and 1080i(60Hz).
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