Panasonic th-42pd50 Operation Manual

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POWER

DTV

TV/VIDEO

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 809

R-TUNE

PAUSE

TV/VCR

SAP

LIGHT

VCR DVD

RCVR

DBS/CBL

AUX

SLEEP EXIT

VOLCHVOL

RETURN

PROG

FFREW

PLAY

REC

STOP

OPEN/CLOSE

DVD/VCR CH

Operating Instructions

Digital Progressive

Wide Plasma Television

Model No.

TH-42PD50U

For assistance, please call : 1-888-VIEW-PTV (843-9788)

or visit us at www.panasonic.com/contactinfo (U.S.A.)

For assistance, please call : 787-750-4300

or visit us at www.panasonic.com (Puerto Rico)

For assistance, please call : 1-800-561-5505

or visit us at www.panasonic.ca (Canada)

Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read these instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference.

English

TQBC2006-1

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The lightning flash with arrow-head within a triangle

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover or back. No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

WARNING : To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

Do not place liquid containers (flower vase, cups, cosmetics, etc.) above the set (including on shelves above, etc.).

WARNING : 1) To prevent electric shock, do not remove cover. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to

qualified service personnel.

2) Do not remove the grounding pin on the power plug. This apparatus is equipped with a three pin grounding-type power plug. This plug will only fit a grounding-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 grounding plug.

is intended to tell the user that parts inside the product are a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within a triangle is intended to tell the user that important operating and servicing instructions are in the papers with the appliance.

Note:

Do not allow a still picture to be displayed for an extended period, as this can cause a permanent afterimage to remain on the Plasma Television. Examples of still pictures include logos, video games, computer images, teletext and images displayed in 4:3 mode.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbols are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

License description: To view the license information for software used in this product, press the Menu

button and select [Set up] [About] [License]. (See page 34)

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Important Safety Instructions

1) Read these instructions.

2) Keep these instructions.

3) Heed all warnings.

4) Follow all instructions.

5) Do not use this apparatus near water.

6) Clean only with dry cloth.

7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11) Only use attachments / accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart / apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

15) To prevent electric shock, ensure the grounding pin on the AC cord power plug is securely connected.

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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 benefit from your set, please read these Instructions before making any adjustments,

and retain them for future reference.

Retain your purchase receipt also, and record the model number and serial number of your set in the

space provided on the back cover of these instructions.

Visit our Panasonic Web Site: www.panasonic.com

For assistance, please call : 1-888-VIEW-PTV (843-9788)

or visit us at www.panasonic.com/contactinfo (U.S.A.)

For assistance, please call : 787-750-4300

or visit us at www.panasonic.com (Puerto Rico)

For assistance, please call : 1-800-561-5505

or visit us at www.panasonic.ca (Canada)

Important Safety Instructions .................................. 3

FCC STATEMENT ...................................................... 5

Safety Precautions .................................................... 6

Cleaning and maintenance .................................... 7

Installation ................................................................. 8

Receiver Location .................................................. 8

Optional External Equipment ................................. 8

Remote Control Battery Installation ....................... 8

Accessories ............................................................... 9

Cable Connection.................................................... 10

Antenna Connection ............................................ 11

Cable Box Connection ......................................... 11

HDMI Connection ................................................. 12

Digital TV - Set-Top Box (DTV-STB) or

DVD Connection .................................................. 13

Video Input Connection ........................................ 13

Amplifier Connection (TO AUDIO AMP)............... 14

Program Out Connection (PROG OUT) ............... 14

Power ON / OFF ....................................................... 15

The Main Unit ....................................................... 15

Location of Controls ............................................... 16

The Illuminated Remote Control .......................... 16

First time setup ....................................................... 18

Watching TV programs ........................................... 20

VHF and UHF ...................................................... 20

Cable TV .............................................................. 20

Aspect Controls ...................................................... 21

On-Screen Menu Displays for Navigation............. 22

Sub-Menu Navigation ............................................. 24

Picture .................................................................. 24

Audio .................................................................... 26

Timer .................................................................... 28

Set up ................................................................... 29

Lock ..................................................................... 35

Operating peripheral equipment............................ 39

Programming the remote control code ................. 39

Infrared Code Index ............................................. 40

Mode Operational Key Chart ............................... 43

Specifications .......................................................... 45

VIDEO/COMPONENT/HDMI input signals ............. 45

Troubleshooting Chart............................................ 46

CUSTOMER SERVICES DIRECTORY (for U.S.A.) ...

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FCC STATEMENT

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for an Other Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the Panasonic Service Center or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, use only shielded interface cables when connecting TV to peripheral devices. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by responsible party may cause harmful interference and could void the user's authority to operate this device.

Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America

One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094

Contact Source: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company

1-888-VIEW-PTV (843-9788)

email: [email protected]

CANADIAN NOTICE:

For Models TH-42PD50U This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

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Safety Precautions

WARNING

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.

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 spills onto the Plasma TV or foreign objects get inside it, a short-circuit may occur which could result in fire or electric shock. If any foreign objects get inside the Plasma TV, please consult an Authorized Service Center.

Do not cover the ventilation holes.

• Doing so may cause the Plasma TV to overheat, which can cause fire or damage to the Plasma TV.

If using the pedestal, leave a space of 3 15/16” (10 cm) or more at the top, left and right, 2 3/8” (6 cm) or more at the bottom, and 2 3/4” (7 cm) or more at the rear. If using some other setting-up method, leave a space of 3 15/16” (10 cm) or more at the top, bottom, left and right, and 3/4” (1.9 cm) or more at the rear.

Avoid installing this product near electronic equipment that is readily affected by electromagnetic waves.

• It may cause interference in image, sound, etc. In particular, keep video equipment away from this product.

AC Power Supply Cord

The Plasma TV is designed to operate on 120 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Securely insert the power cord plug as far as it will go.

• If the plug is not fully inserted, heat may be generated which could cause fire. If the plug is damaged or the wall socket plate is loose, they should not be used.

Do not handle the power cord plug with wet hands.

• Doing so may cause electric shocks.

Do not do anything that might damage the power cable. When disconnecting the power cable, hold the plug, not the cable.

• Do not make any modifications to, place heavy objects on, place near hot objects, heat, bend, twist or forcefully pull the power cable. Doing so may cause damage to the power cable which can cause fire or electric shock. If damage to the cable is suspected, have it repaired at an Authorized Service Center.

If the Plasma TV will not be used for a long period of time, unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.

If problems occur during use

If a problem occurs (such as no picture or no sound), or if smoke or an abnormal odor is detected from the Plasma TV, unplug the power cord immediately.

• Continued use of the TV under these conditions might cause fire or permanent damage to the unit. Have the TV evaluated at an Authorized Service Center. Service to the TV by any unauthorized personnel is strongly discouraged due to its high voltage dangerous nature.

If water or foreign objects get inside the Plasma TV, if the Plasma TV is dropped, or if the cabinet becomes damaged, disconnect the power cord plug immediately.

•A short may occur, which could cause fire. Contact an Authorized Service Center for any repairs that need to be made.

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Safety Precautions

CAUTION

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 (included) ............................................. TY-ST42PX5W

• Wall-hanging bracket (Vertical) ........................... TY-WK42PV2W

• Wall-hanging bracket (Vertical) ........................... TY-WK42PV3U

• Wall-hanging bracket (Angled) ........................... TY-WK42PR2U

Always be sure to ask a qualified technician to carry out set-up.

When using the Plasma TV

Do not bring your hands, face or objects close to the ventilation holes of the Plasma TV.

•Top of the Plasma TV is usually very hot due to the high temperature of exhaust air being released through the ventilation holes. Burns or personal injuries can happen if any body parts are brought too close. Placing any object near the top of the TV could also result in heat damage to the object as well as to the TV if its ventilation holes are blocked.

Be sure to disconnect all cables before moving the Plasma TV.

• Moving the TV with its cables attached might damage the cables which, in turn, can cause fire or electric shock.

Disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet 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 from becoming dusty.

• Built-up dust on the power cord plug can increase humidity which might damage the insulation and cause fire. Unplug the cord from the wall outlet and clean it 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 reflected light from your Plasma TV.

Cleaning and 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, soak a soft, lint-free cloth in a weak detergent solution and then wring the cloth to remove excess liquid. Use this cloth to wipe the surface of the display panel, 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 fingernails or other hard objects. 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 a weak detergent solution 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.

Note:

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 images displayed in 4:3 mode.

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Installation

Receiver Location

This unit is intended to be used with the stand or bracket. Consult your dealer for available options. Position for comfortable viewing. Avoid placing where sunlight or other bright light (including reflections) will fall on the screen. Use of some types of fluorescent lighting can reduce remote control transmitter range. Adequate ventilation is essential to prevent internal component failure. Keep away from areas of excessive heat or moisture.

Optional External Equipment

The Video/Audio connection between components can be made with shielded video and audio cables. For best performance, video cables should utilize 75 ohm coaxial shielded wire. Cables are available from your dealer or electronic supply store. Before you purchase any cables, be sure you know what type of output and input connectors your various components require. Also determine the length of cable you will need.

Remote Control Battery Installation

1. Open the cover. 2. Install the batteries and replace the cover. Note the correct polarity (+ and -).

Two AA size

Helpful Hints:

For frequent remote control users, replace old batteries with alkaline batteries for longer life.

Helpful Hints:

Whenever you remove the batteries, you may need to reset the remote control infrared codes. We recommend that you record the code

on page 40, prior to setting up the remote control.

Precaution on battery use

Incorrect installation can cause battery leakage and corrosion that will damage the remote control transmitter.

Observe the following precautions:

1. Batteries should always be replaced as a pair. Always use new batteries when replacing the old set.

2. Do not combine a used battery with a new one.

3. Do not mix battery types (example: “Zinc Carbon” with “Alkaline”).

4. Do not attempt to charge, short-circuit, disassemble, heat or burn used batteries.

5. Battery replacement is necessary when remote control acts sporadically or stops operating the TV set.

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Accessories

Check that you have the Accessories and items shown

Operating Instruction

Warranty card (for U.S.A.) (for Canada)

Remote control EUR7627Z60

VOLCHVOL

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 809

Product Registration Card

(for U.S.A.)

Customer Care Plan Card

(for U.S.A.)

Batteries for the remote control (AA Battery × 2)

Pedestal TY-ST42PX5W

AC cord

Optional Accessories

•Wall-hanging bracket (vertical) TY-WK42PV2W TY-WK42PV3U

Cable clamper × 2

•Wall-hanging bracket (Angled) TY-WK42PR2U

F-Type antenna adapter (for 5C-2V) ( × 1)

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Cable Connection

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal (see page 14)

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

SERVICE ONLY

Antenna terminals (see pages 11)

Clamper

ANT

COMPONENT Input terminals (see page13)

HDMI terminal (see page 12)

VIDEO

AUDIO

Removal

COMPONENT VIDEO

INPUT

AV IN

R L

AUDIO IN

S VIDEO

TO AUDIO AMP

PROGOUT

INPUT 2 INPUT 1

AV terminals (see pages 13, 14)

VIDEO

AV IN

R L AUDIO IN

ANTENNA

DIGITAL

Cable In

AUDIO OUT

SERVICE ONLY

S VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO IN

COMPONENT VIDEO

INPUT 1 INPUT 2OUTPUT

INPUT

UDIO

EO D I

S V

D I V

N CE O I

SERV

I D U

T U

OU 2 T

T U P

IN O E

D T VI N E

N O

MP O C

T U P

CE O

SERVI

Fitting

UDIO A

EO D

S V

EO D I

IN O I

D U A

T U

2 T U

P IN

T U P

IN O E

D T VI N

E N

MPO O C

U P IN

– AC cord fixing

1 Connect power plug to the

socket of the main body.

2 Fix the clamper.

How to fix: Fix by pushing in until a clicking sound is

How to release: Pull up while drawing in the knob.

heard.

Note: To avoid noise do not put the Antenna cable and AC cord together.

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Note:

Cables and connectors are not supplied with this set.

Antenna Connection

The RF input mode must be set to Antenna (see pages 19, 30).

Cable Connection

Back of the TV

Antenna Terminal

UHF AntennaVHF Antenna

ANT

AV IN

R L AUDIO IN

ANTENNA

DIGITAL

Cable In

AUDIO OUT

SERVICE ONLY

S VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO IN

COMPONENT VIDEO

INPUT 1 INPUT 2 OUTPUT

INPUT

F-Type Antenna Connector

Mixer

75 Ohm Coaxial Cable (5C-2V or higher specification)

Cable Box Connection

• For reception of cable channels (01 - 135), connect the cable supplied by your local cable company. The RF input mode must be set to Cable (see pages 19, 30).

• Certain cable systems offset some channels to reduce interference or view Premium (scrambled) channels. A cable converter box is required for proper reception. Check with your local cable company for its compatibility requirements.

• Set the TV channel to CH3 or CH4 when using this connection.

Cable Box

Back of the TV

AV IN

ANTENNA

DIGITAL

Cable In

AUDIO OUT

SERVICE ONLY

VIDEO

AUDIO IN

COMPONENT VIDEO

INPUT 1 INPUT 2 OUTPUT

INPUT

Cable Box and VCR

Back of the TV

AV IN

ANTENNA

DIGITAL

Cable In

AUDIO OUT

SERVICE ONLY

VIDEO

AUDIO IN

COMPONENT VIDEO

INPUT 1 INPUT 2 OUTPUT

INPUT

(5C-2V or higher specification)

Incoming 75 Ohm Cable from Cable Company

ANT

OUTPUT

R L AUDIO IN

S VIDEO

INPUT

CABLE BOX

(5C-2V or higher specification)

Incoming 75 Ohm Cable from Cable Company

ANT

R L AUDIO IN

S VIDEO

ANT OUTPUT ANT INPUT

OUTPUT

INPUT

VCR

CABLE BOX

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Cable Connection

HDMI Connection

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HDMI uncompressed standard. The HDMI terminal supports both video and audio information. To the HDMI a Set-Top Box or DVD player with HDMI or DVI output terminal.

Input a High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) high-definition picture source to this HDMI terminal, so you can display high-definition pictures on this TV in digital form.

(High Definition Multi media Interface) is the first all digital consumer electronics A/V interface that supports

∗

input terminal, you can connect an EIA/CEA-861/861B

∗

compliant consumer electronic device, such as

AV IN

R L AUDIO IN

ANTENNA

DIGITAL

Cable In

AUDIO OUT

SERVICE ONLY

S VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO IN

COMPONENT VIDEO

INPUT 1 INPUT 2 OUTPUT

INPUT

VIDEO

AUDIO

COMPONENT VIDEO

Compatible VIDEO Signal

No. of dots (H × V)

1080i

720p 480p

480i

1,920 × 1,080i

1280 × 720p

720 × 480p, 640 × 480p

720(1,440) × 480i

INPUT

AV IN

HDMI cable

INPUT 2 INPUT 1

Audio cable

• If connecting with an HDMI

R L

AUDIO IN

cable, it is not necessary to connect an audio cable.

• If connecting to equipment that has only a DVI output

S VIDEO

terminal, DVI or HDMI adapter cables and an

VIDEO

audio cable are necessary.

• Select the audio setting in HDMI In (see page 27).

TO AUDIO AMP

PROGOUT

Vertical scanning frequency (Hz)

59.94/60

59.94/60, 59.94/60

59.94/60

HDMI cable

HDMI

OUT

AUDIO

OUT

HDMI signal out

Set Top Box

∗

DVD player

Notes:

• This input terminal is not intended for use with computers.

• 1080i and 720p signals will be re-formatted for viewing on your plasma display.

Compatible sampling freguency of AUDIO signal through HDMI (L.PCM) : 48 kHz / 44.1 kHz / 32 kHz

Notes:

• This HDMI connector is Type A.

• If you connect equipment without a digital output terminal, connect to the COMPONENT VIDEO, S VIDEO or VIDEO input terminal on the TV so you can enjoy an analog signal.

• If you cannot display the picture because your Digital Set-Top Box does not have a DIGITAL OUT terminal Output setting, use the component Video Input (or the S Video Input or Video Input). In this case the picture will be displayed as an analog signal.

∗1.

HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

∗2.EIA/CEA-861/861B profiles compliance covers profiles for transmission of uncompressed digital video including

high bandwidth digital content protection.

∗3.HDMI-DVI conversion cable (TY-SCH03DH): available from Panasonic Website (USA only). Consult your consumer

electronics dealer for availability details.

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Cable Connection

Digital TV - Set-Top Box (DTV-STB) or DVD Connection

This TV is capable of displaying 1080i, 720p, 480p and 480i DTV signals when connected to a DTV Tuner Set-Top Box (STB). This TV also utilizes a progressive scan doubler, which de-interlaces the NTSC signal and progressively scans the image.

•To view DTV programs, connect the STB to the component video input terminals (Y, PB, PR) of the TV. Component color inputs provide luminance and separate color signal.

• Set the output of the STB to either 1080i, 720p, 480p or 480i.

•A DTV signal must be available in your area.

• Use a Panasonic DTV-STB (Digital TV-Set-Top Box) or DVD Player.

Component Video cable

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

Set Top Box

DVD player

AUDIO OUTPUT

Audio cable

Note:

720p signals will be converted to 1080i format and output to the display.

Video Input Connection

INPUT 1/2

VIDEO

AUDIO

COMPONENT VIDEO

Back of the TV

AV IN

VIDEO

AUDIO

COMPONENT VIDEO

INPUT

Back of the TV

R L

AUDIO IN

S VIDEO

VIDEO

TO AUDIO AMP

PROGOUT

INPUT 2 INPUT 1

VCR

S-Video cable

CAMCORDER

VIDEO GAME CONSOLE

S-VIDEO

OUT

VIDEO

OUT

AUDIO

OUT

Video cable

VIDEO

Audio cable

AUDIO

INPUT 1 / 2

Note:

The S Video input will override the composite video signal when S Video cable is connected. Connect either S Video cable or Video cable.

COMPONENT VIDEO

INPUT

AV IN

R L

AUDIO IN

S VIDEO

VIDEO

TO AUDIO AMP

PROGOUT

INPUT 2 INPUT 1

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Cable Connection

COMPONENT VIDEO

INPUT

INPUT 1 INPUT 2 PROGOUT

TO AUDIO AMP

S VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

AUDIO IN

R L

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

SERVICE ONLY

ANTENNA

Cable In

Amplifier Connection (TO AUDIO AMP)

For a full Home Theater sound experience, an external Dolby Digital* decoder and a multichannel amplifier must be connected to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal on the TV.

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Dolby Digital 5.1 channel surround sound delivers digital-quality sound. Dolby Digital provides five discrete fullbandwidth channels for front left, front right, center, surround left and surround right, plus a LFE (Low Frequency Effect) subwoofer channel.

OPTICAL IN

Optical digital audio cable

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

Amplifier

Back of the TV

AUDIO INPUT

Audio cable

OUTPUT

AUDIO OUT

Procedure

1. Select Speakers “Off” in Audio menu (see page 27).

2. Adjust the amplifier volume to the desired level.

Notes:

• Depending on your DVD player and DVD-Audio software the copyright protection function may operate and disable optical output.

• External speakers cannot be connected directly to OUTPUT terminals.

• When ATSC channel is selected, the output from the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack will be Dolby Digital. When NTSC channel is selected, the output will be PCM.

Program Out Connection (PROG OUT)

See optional equipment manual for further instructions for recording and monitoring.

VCR

DVD recorder

VIDEO INPUT

MONITOR

AUDIO INPUT

AV cable

Notes:

• When a device (STB, DVD, etc.) is connected to the HDMI terminal (see page 12), only audio signals will be output. No video signals will be output.

• When receiving digital channel signals, all digital formats are down-converted to composite NTSC video to be output through Program Out terminals.

• Some programs contain Macrovision signal to prevent VCR recording.

Back of the TV

OUTPUT

VIDEO

AUDIO

COMPONENT VIDEO

INPUT

AV IN

R L

AUDIO IN

S VIDEO

VIDEO

TO AUDIO AMP

PROGOUT

INPUT 2 INPUT 1

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Power ON / OFF

AV IN

R L AUSIO IN

ANTENNA

DIGITAL

Cable In

AUDIO OUT

SERVICE ONLY

S VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO IN

COMPONENT VIDEO

INPUT 1 INPUT 2 OUTPUT

INPUT

Power indicator Power on : Red

Power off : No Light

POWER button

Remote control sensor

Connect the AC cord plug to the Plasma TV.

• Fix the power cord plug securely with the clamper (see page 10).

Connect the plug to the wall outlet.

Press POWER button on front of this unit.

First time setup is displayed on screen.

First time setup

Language

Clock

Auto program

POWER

SAP

LIGHT

TV VCR DVD

DTV

RCVR

DBS/CBL

AUX

SLEEP EXIT

TV/VIDEO

The Main Unit

VOL VOL

Notes:

• The TV will still consume some power as long as the power

• The First time setup screen is displayed only the first time

POWER TV/VIDEO- VOL

(Refer to P18-19 for operation)

POWER

Press to turn the TV on or off.

cord is inserted into the wall outlet.

you turn the power on after purchase. If you wish to change the settings of these items later, select them via the Setup menu.

POWER button

Press to turn the TV’s main power on/off.

Channel selectors

Volume adjusters

TV/VIDEO

Change the input mode.

Remote control sensor

Within about 23 feet (7 meters) in front of the TV set.

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Location of Controls

The Illuminated Remote Control

POWER

Turn the TV ON or OFF.

Mode Selection buttons (see page 39)

TV: TV VCR: VCR DVD: DVD DTV: Digital TV RCVR:Receiver/Amplifier CBL: Cable TV AUX: Aux

TV/VIDEO

Change the input mode.

• Press to display the Input selection menu.

Input select

[1] TV

[2] Component 1

[3] Component 2

[4] HDMI

[5] Video 1

[6] Video 2

POWER

DTV

TV/VIDEO

VCR DVD

RCVR

DBS/CBL

SLEEP EXIT

VOL

SAP

LIGHT

AUX

RETURN

• Press corresponding number key on the remote control to select the input of your choice.

Note:

Video input can also be selected by pressing then the CH

buttons, and push “OK” key.

TV/VIDEO

R-TUNE

Switch to previously viewed channel and input modes.

Operation of other Device

(see pages 43, 44)

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 8

R-TUNE

PROG

FFREW

REC

OPEN/CLOSE

PAU SE

TV/VCR

PLAY

STOP

DVD/VCR CH

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SAP

• Digital channel Select the audio track (if available).

Audio Track 1 of 1

(English)

Location of Controls

• Analog channel Cycle through different audio modes.

Stereo SAP Mono

LIGHT

Illuminate the remote control buttons. The selected button blinks when lit.

SLEEP timer (minutes)

30 60 90

EXIT menus Normal viewing, from each menu.

MUTE

Mute the sound. Press again to cancel the mute.

ASPECT

Change the screen aspect (see page 21).

FAVORITE

Channel numbers registered in Favorite are displayed on the favorite tune screen. Select the desired broadcast station with the cursor, or using number keys.

RECALL

Display or remove the channel banner.

Channel, Program and Station identifier

15-2

ABC - HD

- 10:30

SAP

TV-G

Program titleProgram end time

Andrew’s cooking show

1080i

STANDARD

4 : 3

Clock

10:00 am

Closed Caption Rating Picture mode setting

CH: Change to the next channel up. : Move cursor upward during menu mode.

VOL : Reduces volume. : Move cursor to the left

during menu mode.

SAP indication Signal resolution Aspect

Choose menu and submenu entry.

VOL : Increase volume. : Move cursor to the right during

VOL

menu mode.

Time remaining in Sleep Timer

Display Main Menu

RETURN

Press to return to previous Menu.

CH: Change to the next channel down. : Move cursor downward during menu mode.

Direct program number selection buttons

PROG -: When tuning digital channel, press the button to enter the minor number in a compound

channel number.

• To enter the channel number ex. CH 15-1: [1] [5] [-] [1] [OK]

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First time setup

Language

For your convenience, First time setup menu will be displayed on screen when the set is turned on for the first time. If needed, follow the menus and procedures displayed on-screen for setting up the features. You can also make the settings in Setup menu (see pages 29, 30).

Language

POWER

DTV

TV/VIDEO

VCR DVD

RCVR

DBS/CBL

SLEEP EXIT

VOL

SAP

LIGHT

AUX

VOL

Allows you to select the language used for On Screen Displays.

Press to select Language.

VOLCHVOL

Press to display Language screen.

Press to select English, Español or Français.

First time setup

Language

Clock

Auto program

English

1 2 3

4 5 6

Clock

VOLCHVOL

Mode

VOLCHVOL

RETURN

Press to move the cursor to .

VOLCHVOL

Press to go to previous screen.

Press to select the clock.

Press to display the clock adjust screen.

Press to select Mode.

Press to select Manual or Auto. Manual : Registers the time set by users. Auto : Updates the clock time by extracting time

information from the digital broadcast.

First time setup

Language

Clock

Auto program

Clock

Mode

Date

Time

Time zone

DST

English

Manual

4 / 1 / 2005

9 : 43 AM

EST

Date

Valid when Mode is set to manual.

Press to select Date.

VOLCHVOL

Press and release immediately to change the day; press and hold to change the month.

Clock

Mode

Date

Time

Time zone

DST

Manual

4 / 1 / 2005

9 : 43 AM

EST

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Time

Valid when Mode is set to manual.

Press to select Time.

VOLCHVOL

Press to adjust the Time. If the button is held the speed of change increases.

Time zone

Valid when Mode is set to Auto.

Press to select Time zone.

VOLCHVOL

Press to select your zone.

AST EST CST MST PST AKST HST NST

Daylight saving

Valid when Mode is set to Auto.

Press to select Daylight saving.

VOLCHVOL

Press to select On or Off.

First time setup

Clock

Mode

Date

Time

Time zone

DST

Clock

Mode

Date

Time

Time zone

DST

Clock

Mode

Date

Time

Time zone

DST

Manual

4 / 1 / 2005

9 : 43 AM

Manual

4 / 1 / 2005

9 : 43 AM

Manual

4 / 1 / 2005

9 : 43 AM

EST

Auto program

You can scan All (Analog and Digital) channels. If needed, follow the menus and procedures displayed on-screen for setting up the features. You can also make the settings in Setup menu.

VOLCHVOL

Press to select ANT In.

Press to select Cable or Antenna.

Press to select Mode.

Press to select All or Analog only.

Press to select Start scan.

VOLCHVOL

Press to start. Channels available for reception will be set automatically.

Now scanning analog channel ...

Progress

Auto program

ANT In

Mode

Start scan

Auto program

ANT In

Mode

Start scan

Auto program

ANT In

Mode

Start scan

Cable

All

Cable

All

Cable

All

To exit the menu screen

Press

EXIT

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Watching TV programs

VHF and UHF

POWER

VCR DVD

DTV

RCVR

DBS/CBL

TV/VIDEO

VOL

SLEEP

1 2 3

VOL

POWER

Press to operate the TV set with the remote control.

2 Press to turn the TV on.

SAP

LIGHT

AUX

EXIT

RETURN

3 Press to select desired channel.

VOLCHVOL

4 Select the desired volume level.

VOLCHVOL

Notes:

• The channel number and volume level remain the same even after the TV is turned off.

• Power consumption and howling sound can be reduced if the volume level is lowered.

•You can also use the direct program number selection buttons and PROG–button (see page 17).

4 5 6

7 8

R-TUNE

PLAY FFREW

PAUSE

TV/VCR

STOP

DVD/VCR CH

PROG

REC

OPEN/CLOSE

Cable TV

Make sure that registration with cable TV provider and connection of equipment are completed.

1 Select TV channel 3 or 4.

VOLCHVOL

2 Press to operate the cable box with the remote control.

3 Press to turn the cable box on.

DBS/CBL

POWER

• Point the remote control towards the cable box.

Notes:

• The remote control code number is set for Panasonic products.

•To operate other manufacturer’s product (see pages 39 - 42).

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Aspect Controls

Lets you choose the aspect depending on the format of the received signal and your preference.

Press to change the aspect mode.

POWER

DTV

TV/VIDEO

VCR DVD

RCVR

DBS/CBL

SLEEP EXIT

VOL

SAP

LIGHT

AUX

VOL

Note:

The available aspect modes depend on the receiving signal.

480i : 4:3, Full, Just or Zoom

•

480p (4:3) : 4:3, Full, Just or Zoom

•

480p (16:9) : 4:3, Full, Just or Zoom

•

1080i / 720p : 16:9 only

•

Mode

4 : 3

Zoom

Full

RETURN

Picture Explanation

4 : 3

Displays a 4:3 picture at its standard 4:3 size with gray side bars. (It may create an after-image on

Zoom

screen if displayed for a prolonged period of time.)

Expands a 4:3 picture uniformly (width and height) to full screen width and then repositions the picture

vertically. (Recommended for letterbox. This will show picture at full screen size.)

Full

Displays a picture at full screen size. (Recommended

for anamorphic pictures.)

Just

3 9

Just

Stretches the right and left edges of a 4:3 picture to fill the screen, and the center of the screen has aspect correction applied. The size of the picture depends on the original signal. (Recommended for regular TV viewing.)

2121

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On-Screen Menu Displays for Navigation

Picture adjust (See page 24)

Press to select picture menu.

VOLCHVOL

Picture 1/2

Normal

Pic. Mode

Picture

Brightness

Color

Tint

Sharpness

Press to select or adjust picture items.

Standard

+30

+10

Press to select Other adjust.

VOLCHVOL

Press to display Other adjust menu.

Other adjust

Video NR

3D Y/C Filter

Color Matrix

MPEG NR

Black level

Audio adjust (See page 26)

Press to select Audio menu.

Picture 2/2

Color Temp

Color Mng.

Zoom adjust

Other adjust

Off

Dark

Cool

Off

POWER

VCR DVD

DTV

RCVR

DBS/CBL

VOL

SLEEP EXIT

VOL

TV/VIDEO

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 8

R-TUNE

PLAY FFREW

PAUSE

TV/VCR

STOP

Press

DVD/VCR CH

display main menu.

SAP

LIGHT

AUX

RETURN

PROG

REC

button to

OPEN/CLOSE

Press to select.

Press to enter each adjust screen.

Press to return to previous menu.

VOLCHVOL

Press to adjust Audio items.

Audio

Normal

Bass

Treble

Balance

Other adjust

Press to select Other adjust.

VOLCHVOL

Press to display Other adjust menu.

Other adjust

AI Sound

Surround

Speakers

HDMI In

Audio leveler

Timer adjust (See page 28)

Press to select either Sleep or Timer 1 - 5.

VOLCHVOL

Press to display desired Timer Adjust menu.

Set

+ 7

Off

Auto

Picture

Audio

Timer

Lock

Setup

Timer

Sleep

Timer 1

Timer 2

Timer 3

Timer 4

Timer 5

Sleep

Timer 1

Day

On time

Off time

Set

310 - 1

EVR FRI

10:00 AM

11:00 AM

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On-Screen Menu Displays for Navigation

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 809

VOLCHVOL

Enter a 4-digit password.

Lock settings (See page 35)

Enter password.

----

Lock

Mode

Channel

Program

Change password

Press to select

Press to go to each setting screen.

Channel lock

Off

Change password

Channel lock

CH 1

3 - 0 CH 2

CH 3

CH 4

CH 5

CH 6

CH 7

Enter new password.

----

Program lock

MPAA

U.S.TV

C.E.L.R.

C.F.L.R.

Monitor out

Enter new password, again.

----

Set up (See page 29)

Setup 1/2

CH scan

Fav.

Language

Clock

Program channel

Input labels

Setup 2/2

Other adjust

About

Reset

Language (See page 18)

Language

English

Clock adjust (See pages 18, 19)

Clock

Mode

Date

Time

Time zone

DST

Manual

4 / 1 / 2005

9 : 43 AM

EST

Input labels (See page 32)

Input labels

Comp. 1

Comp. 2

HDMI

Video 1

Video 2

Press to select

VOLCHVOL

Press to go to each adjust screen.

RETURN

Press to return to previous screen.

Program channel (See page 30)

Program channel

Auto

Manual

Signal meter

CC (Closed Caption) (See page 32)

Mode

Analog

Digital

Off

CC1

Primary

Digital setting

CC reset

Other Adjust (Setup) (See page 34)

Other Adjust

Auto Power On

Side Bar

Off

About (See page 34)

About

Version

License

Auto program (See page 30)

Auto program

ANT In

Mode

Cable

All

Start scan

Manual program (See page 30)

Edit

Caption Favorite Add

- - -

Apply

- - -

Yes

Signal meter scene (See page 31)

Signal meter

Signal strength

Current

Peak level

2 - 1

85 %

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Sub-Menu Navigation

Picture

Press the MENU button to display the Main menu.

Press to select Picture.

VOLCHVOL

Press to enter sub-menu.

Picture

Audio

Timer

Lock

Setup

Picture 1/2

Normal

Pic. Mode

Picture

Brightness

Color

Tint

Sharpness

Standard

+30

+10

Picture 2/2

Color Temp

Color Mng.

Zoom adjust

Other adjust

Normal / Picture / Brightness / Color / Tint / Sharpness / Color Temp / Color Mng.

VOLCHVOL

Press to select the sub-menu.

Press to adjust the sub-menu.

Picture 1/2

Normal

Pic. Mode

Picture

Brightness

Color

Tint

Sharpness

Standard

+30

+10

Picture 2/2

Color Temp

Color Mng.

Zoom adjust

Other adjust

Cool

Off

Cool

Off

Item Explanations

Normal Picture Brightness Color Tint Sharpness

Color Temp

(temperature)

Color Mng.

(color Management)

Resets all picture adjustments to factory default settings. Adjusts white areas of picture. Adjusts dark areas of picture. Adjusts desired color intensity. Adjusts natural fresh tones. Adjusts clarity of outline detail.

To increase or decrease Warm (red) and Cool (blue) colors to suit personal preferences.

Color Mng. On Enable vivid color adjustment automatically.

Pic Mode

Choose the pre-set picture mode that best suits the program you are viewing. This feature also affects Color Temp setting.

Press to select Pic Mode.

VOLCHVOL

Note: Each mode has its own picture settings (Color, Tint, Brightness, Picture and Sharpness).

Press to select the picture mode.

•Vivid (default) :

• Standard :

• Cinema :

Provides enhanced picture contrast and sharpness for viewing in a well-lit room. Recommended for normal viewing conditions with subdued room lighting. For watching movies in a darkened room. It provides a soft, film-like picture.

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Zoom adjust

Sub-Menu Navigation

Adjust the Zoom position. It works when Aspect mode is Zoom.

Press to select Zoom adjust

VOLCHVOL

menu. Press to adjust Size / V-Position.

• Size : Adjust the vertical

•V-Position : Adjust the vertical

Other adjust

Press to select Other adjust.

VOLCHVOL

Press to display the sub-menu.

Press to select the sub-menu.

Press to select or adjust the submenu.

size.

position.

Picture 1/2

Normal

Pic. Mode

Picture

Brightness

Color

Tint

Sharpness

Picture 1/2

Normal

Pic. Mode

Picture

Brightness

Color

Tint

Sharpness

Standard

+30

+10

+30

+10

Picture 2/2

Color Temp

Color Mng.

Zoom adjust

Other adjust

Picture 2/2

Color Temp

Color Mng.

Zoom adjust

Other adjust

Video NR

3D Y/C Filter

Color Matrix

MPEG NR

Black level

Cool

Off

Cool

Off

Dark

Item Explanations

Video NR 3D Y/C Filter

Color Matrix

Reduces noise, commonly called snow. Leave off when receiving a strong signal. Minimizes noise and cross-color in the picture.

Select SD or HD.

•SD: When the input signal is a normal TV system (NTSC).

•HD: When the input signal is a High-Definition system (ATSC). Displays 480p input signals in natural color from digital equipment adapters connected to

COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT (Y, PB, PR) terminals. Select HD or SD to adjust color parameters automatically for HD (high definition) or SD (standard definition).

Notes:

•

This feature is available only with 480p signal and not available with regular TV (NTSC) program.

•

When viewing a nonstandard DTV signal format, you can change color parameters manually for the best picture quality.

MPEG NR Black level

Unique noise to DVD, STB, etc. will be reduced. Select Light or Dark [Light : VIDEO/YUV 480i, Dark : 480P(VGA)/1080i] Valid only for external input signals.

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Sub-Menu Navigation

Audio

Press the MENU button to display the Main menu.

Press to select Audio.

VOLCHVOL

Press to enter sub-menu.

Normal / Bass / Treble / Balance

Press to select Normal, Bass, Treble or Balance.

VOLCHVOL

Item

Normal

Bass

Treble

Press to select or adjust the sub-menu.

Reset Bass, Treble and Balance adjustments to factory default settings.

Increase or decrease the bass response.

Increase or decrease the treble response.

Picture

Audio

Timer

Lock

Setup

Explanations

Audio

Normal

Bass

Treble

Balance

Other adjust

Audio

Normal

Bass

Treble

Balance

Other adjust

Set

+ 7

Set

+ 7

Balance

Emphasize the left / right speaker volume.

Other adjust

VOLCHVOL

Press to select Other adjust.

Press to display the sub-menu.

Press to select the sub-menu.

VOLCHVOL

AI Sound

Equalize overall volume levels across all channels. AI sound is not available in VIDEO input mode (see page 22).

VOLCHVOL

Press to select or adjust the sub-menu.

Press to select AI Sound.

Press to select On or Off.

Audio

Normal

Bass

Treble

Balance

Other adjust

AI Sound

Surround

Speakers

HDMI In

Audio leveler

Other adjust

AI Sound

Surround

Speakers

HDMI In

Audio leveler

Set

+ 7

Off

Auto

Off

Auto

Note: Fixed to Off when “Speakers” is set to Off.

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Surround

Enhances audio response when listening to stereo.

Sub-Menu Navigation

Press to select Surround.

VOLCHVOL

Press to select On or Off.

• On : For stereo audio.

• Off : For monaural audio.

Note: Fixed to Off when “Speakers” is set to Off.

Speakers

This feature is used to turn TV speakers On or Off (see page 14, Amplifier Connection).

Press to select Speakers.

VOLCHVOL

Press to select On or Off.

• On : TV speakers operate normally.

• Off : TV speakers off.

Note: AI Sound, Surround and Audio leveler are not available when selecting Off.

HDMI In

Other adjust

AI Sound

Surround

Speakers

HDMI In

Audio leveler

Other adjust

AI Sound

Surround

Speakers

HDMI In

Audio leveler

Off

Auto

Off

Auto

When using HDMI (see page 12), this feature will let you switch Analog or and Digital Input.

VOLCHVOL

Press to select HDMI In.

Press to select the mode.

• Auto : Automatically selects Analog / Digital signal.

• Digital : Digital Input only.

• Analog : Analog Input only.

Other adjust

AI Sound

Surround

Speakers

HDMI In

Audio leveler

Off

Auto

Audio leveler

The audio leveler monitors the difference in audio levels between input signals from external equipment and minimizes the change in output volume that could occur when switching input signals.

Other adjust

AI Sound

Surround

Speakers

HDMI In

Audio leveler

Off

Auto

VOLCHVOL

Press to select Audio leveler.

Press to adjust Audio level.

Note: Audio leveler is not available when “Speakers” is set to Off.

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Sub-Menu Navigation

Timer

Sleep

Timer

Select Timer to turn the TV on and off at selected times and on selected days. Press the MENU button to display the Main menu.

Press to select Timer.

VOLCHVOL

Press to enter the sub-menu.

Picture

Audio

Timer

Lock

Setup

Sleep timer

Press to select Sleep.

VOLCHVOL

Press to enter the Sleep set screen.

VOLCHVOL

Press to select off time (minutes).

Sleep

Timer set

The Clock must be set before On time/Off time settings can be made. (See pages 18-19, 29)

Channel

VOLCHVOL

Press to select Timer 1 ~ Timer 5.

Press to enter the timer adjust screen.

Timer

Sleep

Timer 1

Timer 2

Timer 3

Press to select CH.

Press to set the CH.

Timer 1

Day

On time

Off time

Set

310 - 1

EVR FRI

10:00 AM

11:00 AM

Day

Press to select Day.

VOLCHVOL

Press to select appropriate day setting.

Timer 1

Day

On time

Off time

Set

310 - 1

EVR FRI

10:00 AM

11:00 AM

Selectable day items

SUN, MON, TUE, WED, THU, FRI, SAT, MON-FRI, SAT-SUN, DAILY, EVR SUN, EVR MON, EVR TUE, EVR WED, EVR THU, EVR FRI, EVR SAT

On time / Off time

Perform the following operations for both “On time” and “Off time”.

VOLCHVOL

Press to select On time / Off time.

Press to select hour (AM or PM) and the minutes of On time / Off time.

Timer 1

Day

On time

Off time

Set

Press to select Set.

VOLCHVOL

Press to select On or Off.

Timer 1

Day

On time

Off time

Set

Notes:

• The TV automatically turns Off after 90 minutes when turned On by the Timer. This operation will be cancelled if the Off time is selected or if a key is pressed.

• When the power to the TV set is disrupted due to a power outage or similar problem, the off-timer will be deactivated and the TV will be in standby mode even after power is restored.

To return to the previous screen

RETURN

Press to return.

Timer

Sleep

Timer 1

Timer 2

Timer 3

Timer 4

Timer 5

30 60 90

310 - 1

EVR FRI

10:00 AM

11:00 AM

310 - 1

EVR FRI

10:00 AM

11:00 AM

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Set up

Press the MENU button to display the Main menu.

Sub-Menu Navigation

VOLCHVOL

CH scan

VOLCHVOL

Language

Press to select

Setup. Press to enter the sub-menu.

Picture

Audio

Timer

Lock

Setup

Setup 1/2

CH scan

Language

Clock

Program channel

Input labels

Fav.

Press to select CH scan.

Press to select Fav. or All Channels.

Setup 2/2

Other adjust

About

Reset

Setup 1/2

CH scan

Language

Clock

Program channel

Input labels

Fav.

Press to select Language.

VOLCHVOL

Press to display the Language screen.

Please read about Language in First time setup on page 18.

Clock

Press to select Clock.

VOLCHVOL

Please read about Clock in First time setup on pages 18-19.

Press to display the Clock screen.

Setup 1/2

CH scan

Language

Clock

Program channel

Input labels

Setup 1/2

CH scan

Language

Clock

Program channel

Input labels

Fav.

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Sub-Menu Navigation

Program CH

VOLCHVOL

Press to select Program channel. Press to enter Program channel menu.

VOLCHVOL

Setup 1/2

CH scan

Fav.

Language

Press to select sub-menus.

Press to enter sub-menu.

Program channel

Auto

Manual

Signal meter

Clock

Program channel

Input labels

Auto program

Automatically scans all available channels.

VOLCHVOL

Press to select ANT In.

Press to select Cable or Antenna.

Auto program

ANT In

Mode

Start scan

Cable

All

Manual program

To add or delete channels from channels list manually.

Press to select Manual.

VOLCHVOL

Press to enter the Manual Program screen.

Program channel

Auto

Manual

Signal meter

VOLCHVOL

Press to select Mode.

Press to select All or Analog.

Auto program

ANT In

Mode

Cable

All

Start scan

All : Analog and Digital Analog : Analog only

Press to select Start scan.

Press to start.

Auto program

ANT In

Mode

Start scan

Now scanning analog channel ...

Progress

Cable

All

Program edit

VOLCHVOL

Press to select “Edit”.

Press to enter the edit mode.

Edit

Caption Favorite Add

- - -

Apply

- - -

Yes

- - -

Press to select the desired preset

channel line. Press to select edit area. Caption, Favorite, Add.

• After Auto program is complete, the unit will return to Manual Program mode.

To make available a channel that has been located by auto scan, in the Manual program mode, move the cursor to [Apply] and press [OK].

RETURN

VOLCHVOL

Press to enter the preset screen. Refer to next page for each adjustment.

Press to move cursor to [Apply].

Press to enter your program.

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Sub-Menu Navigation

Edit (Caption)

VOLCHVOL

Press to select Preset.

Press to select Broadcast st.

Caption select

Preset

Caption detail

Apply

----

Press to select Caption detail.

Press to display the Caption input screen.

Press to move cursor to Caption.

Press to enter input field.

Caption detail

Caption

Apply

Press to select the character to input/change. Press to move to the character to input/change.

Press to enter you selection.

Press to move cursor to Apply.

Edit (Add)

Setting of register/delete in Program channel.

Press to select Yes or No.

VOLCHVOL

Signal meter

(For digital channels only)

Displays the signal strength of the ATSC digital channel in Antenna.

Press to select Signal meter.

VOLCHVOL

Program channel

Auto

Manual

Signal meter

Press to display signal meter.

VOLCHVOL

Press to select desired channel.

Signal meter

Signal strength

Current

Peak level

2 - 1

85 %

VOLCHVOL

Edit (Favorite)

VOLCHVOL

Press to enter the Caption.

Press to select Favorite.

Press to select Favorite number.

Favorite

Apply

Press to move cursor to Apply.

Press to enter Favorite and return to Edit screen.

Note:

• The signal meter works only for digital signals input via the antenna.

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Sub-Menu Navigation

Input labels

To label video input connections for on-screen display.

VOLCHVOL

Press to select Input labels.

Press to enter the sub-menu field.

Press to select the Video input.

Press to select the input label.

•To skip the input, select ‘‘SKIP’’. The input will be skipped when you press TV/VIDEO.

Setup 1/2

CH scan

Language

Clock

Program channel

Input labels

Comp. 1

Comp. 2

HDMI

Video 1

Video 2

Fav.

Skip

DVD

AUX

Skip

Selectable input labels :

Skip, VCR, DVD, Cable, DBS, PVR, GAME, AUX

CC (Closed Caption)

The television includes a built-in decoder that is capable or providing a visual display of the audio portion. The program viewed must provide Closed Captioning (CC) for the television to display it.

CC Mode

VOLCHVOL

Press to select CC Mode.

Press to select the setting.

• Off : Recommended mode when Closed Caption is not being used.

• On : To display Closed Captions.

Mode

Analog

Digital

Digital setting

CC reset

Primary

Off

CC1

Notes:

• The closed caption is not displayed when you use HDMI connection.

• If analog connected equipment is used for displaying or recording, closed caption (CC) should be set On/Off on the connected equipment. The CC mode setting of the TV will not affect the analog input. If a digital program is being output in analog format, the CC data will also be output in analog format. If digital connected equipment is used for input, CC should be set On on either the connected equipment or the TV. If CC is set On on both the connected equipment and the TV, captions from each unit will overlap.

Analog

Choose the closed caption service of Analog broadcasting.

VOLCHVOL

Press to select Analog.

Press to select the setting.

• CC1 : For video related information that can be displayed (up to 4 lines of script on the screen, where it does not disturb the relevant parts of the picture). Script can be in

Mode

Analog

Digital

Digital setting

CC reset

Primary

Off

CC1

any language.

• CC2/CC3/CC4 : Other modes used for video related information.

•T1: Blanks out a large portion of the picture on the television screen, and displays program guide or any other information currently being transmitted.

• T2/T3/T4 : Other modes that display information and blank out a large portion of the picture of the TV screen.

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Sub-Menu Navigation

Digital

The Digital Closed Caption menu lets you configure the way you choose to view the digital captioning.

Press to select Digital.

VOLCHVOL

Press to select the setting.

• Primary, Secondary, Service 3, Service 4, Service 5, Service 6

Digital settings

Selecting digital broadcast service and viewing formats.

VOLCHVOL

Press to select Digital settings.

Press to enter the Digital setting menu.

Press to select the sub-menu.

Press to select the setting.

• Size : Automatic, Normal, Small, Large

• Font : Automatic, Default, Mono-serif, Pro-serif, Mono,

Prop, Casual, Cursive, Small Caps

• Style : Automatic, None, Raised, Depressed, Uniform, Drop

Shadow

Mode

Analog

Digital

Digital setting

CC reset

Mode

Analog

Digital

Digital setting

CC reset

Digital setting

Size

Automatic

Font

Automatic

Style

Automatic

Primary

Off

CC1

Off

CC1

• Foreground : The color of the font (Automatic, Black, White, Red,

Green, Blue, Yellow, Magenta, Cyan)

• Fore Opacity : The opacity of the font (Automatic, Transparent,

Translucent, Solid, Flashing)

• Background : The color of the text box (Automatic, Black, White,

Red, Green, Blue, Yellow, Magenta, Cyan)

• Back Opacity : The opacity of the text box (Automatic, Transparent,

Translucent, Solid, Flashing)

• Outline : The outline of the text (if selected under

style)(Automatic, Black, White, Red, Green, Blue, Yellow, Magenta, Cyan)

CC Reset Reset the CC settings.

VOLCHVOL

Press to select CC Reset.

Press to reset Closed Caption settings.

Digital setting

Foreground

Automatic

Fore opacity

Automatic

Background

Automatic

Digital setting

Back opacity

Automatic

Outline

Automatic

Mode

Analog

Digital

Digital setting

CC reset

Primary

Off

CC1

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Sub-Menu Navigation

Other adjust (Setup)

Setup 1/2

CH scan

Language

Clock

Program channel

Input labels

Fav.

Setup 2/2

Other adjust

About

Reset

Other Adjust

Auto Power On

Side Bar

Auto Power On

Press to select Auto Power On.

VOLCHVOL

Press to select Set or Off. Select Set to power on the TV at the same time as the cable box or other connected components.

Note:

• The Sleep Timer and On / Off timer will not function if Auto Power On is set.

Side Bar Adjustment

Side Bar

Do not display a picture in 4:3 mode for an extended period, as this can cause an after-image to remain on the side bar on either side of the display field. To reduce the risk of such an after-image, change the brightness

4:3 Screen Display

of the side bars.

VOLCHVOL

Press to select Side bar.

Press to select Off, Dark, Mid, Bright.

Other Adjust

Auto Power On

Side Bar

Off

Bright

Notes:

• To reduce the occurrence of after-images, set the Side Bar to Bright.

• The side bar may flash (alternate black/white) depending on the picture. Using Cinema mode will reduce such flashing (see page 24).

Off

Other Adjust

Auto Power On

Side Bar

Off

after-images

About

Display the TV set Version and Software License.

Press to select About.

VOLCHVOL

Press to display the About screen.

Press to select Version or License.

VOLCHVOL

Press to display Version or License.

Setup 1/2

CH scan

Language

Clock

Program channel

Input labels

Fav.

Reset

Setup is reset.

VOLCHVOL

Press to select

Reset. Press to display the password

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 809

screen.

The confirmation screen is displayed. Select “Yes”, and press the “OK” key.

Note:

• Performing Reset will clear all items set with Setup, such as channel settings. Use Reset with care.

Enter your password by pressing 0 ~ 9 keys to reset the Setup settings.

Enter password.

----

Setup 1/2

CH scan

Language

Clock

Program channel

Input labels

Fav.

Setup 2/2

Other adjust

About

Reset

About

Version

License

Setup 2/2

Other adjust

About

Reset

off

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Lock

Press the MENU button to display the Main menu.

Sub-Menu Navigation

VOLCHVOL

Press to select Lock.

Press to display the Input password screen.

Picture

Audio

Timer

Lock

Setup

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 809

Enter password.

Enter your password by pressing 0 ~ 9 keys.

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Lock mode

Select Lock mode to prevent viewing of video games, VCR tapes, channels and Video modes.

Press to select Mode.

VOLCHVOL

Press to select the setting.

• Off : Turns off Lock set functions.

• All : All channels are locked regardless of the rating level.

• Game : Locks out CH 3, 4 and Video inputs.

• CH : Locks out specific analog and digital channels. Password is required to view any of the locked channels.

Lock

Mode

Channel

Program

Change password

Lock

Mode

Channel

Program

Change password

Off

Channel (Block channel selection)

Select up to 7 (1-7) channels to be blocked out. These channels will be blocked out regardless of the program rating.

VOLCHVOL

Press to select Channel.

Press to display the channel block screen.

Press to select CH 1 - 7.

Press to select the desired Block channel.

Lock

Mode

Channel

Program

Change password

Channel lock

CH 1

CH 2

CH 3

CH 4

CH 5

CH 6

CH 7

Off

3 - 0

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Sub-Menu Navigation

Block program

This television incorporates V-Chip technology to block the viewing of movies and television programs according to the rating category. There are four (4) Content Advisory Categories: MPAA (Motion Picture Association of America), U.S.TV Program, Canadian English ratings and Canadian French ratings. These categories are used as guidelines for blocking programs.

• The default mode for the Lock category is the Unlocked state.

VOLCHVOL

Press to select Block Program.

Press to enter Block Program menu.

Press to select MPAA, U.S.TV, C.E.L.R or C.F.L.R.

Press to enter Block program adjust screen.

MPAA : for U.S movie ratings U.S.TV : for U.S TV program ratings C.E.L.R. : for Canadian English ratings

Lock

Mode

Channel

Program

Change password

Program lock

MPAA

U.S.TV

C.E.L.R.

C.F.L.R.

Monitor out

Off

C.F.L.R. : for Canadian French ratings

Press to highlight the desired rating level.

Press to select Monitor out.

Press to select On or Off.

Monitor out :OnTurns on the monitor terminal output for programs that have been set

to “Blocked.”

Off Turns off the monitor terminal output for programs that have been set

to “Blocked.”

Notes:

• The Off rating is independent of other ratings.

• When placing a block on a specific age based rating level, the Off rating and any other more restrictive ratings will also be blocked.

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Sub-Menu Navigation

U.S. MOVIES RATINGS CHART

Off

PG-13

NC-17

U.S. TV PROGRAMS RATINGS CHART

The TV Parental Guidelines has 7 levels of age-based ratings that can be selected. These 7 levels are split into 2 agebased groups: Youth Age-based Ratings and Guidance Age-based Ratings. Some of these age-based ratings can also have contentbased ratings, denoted as D (Dialog), L (Language), S (Sex) and V (Violence).The table below shows the age-based ratings selection.

NO RATING (NOT RATED) AND NA (NOT APPLICABLE) PROGRAMS. Movie has not been rated or rating does not apply. GENERAL AUDIENCES. All ages admitted. PARENTAL GUIDANCE SUGGESTED. Some material may not be suitable for children. PARENTS STRONGLY CAUTIONED. Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13. RESTRICTED. Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian. NO ONE 17 AND UNDER ADMITTED. ADULTS ONLY.

Age-based

Group

(Not Rated)

Youth

Guidance

FV : Fantasy/Cartoon Violence. V:Violence S:Sex L:Offensive Language D:Dialogue with sexual content.

Age-based

Ratings

TV-NR

TV-Y

TV-Y7

TV-G

TV-PG

TV-14

TV-MA

•Viewable

• Blocked

•Viewable

• Blocked

• FV (Fantasy Violence)

•Viewable

• Blocked

•Viewable

• Blocked

• D,L,S,V (all selected)

• Any combination of D,

• D,L,S,V (all selected)

• Any combination of D,

• L,S,V (all selected)

• Any combination of L,

Possible Content

Selections

L, S, V

S, V

Description

Not Rated. See CUSTOMER CAUTION on page 38.

All children. The themes and elements in this program are specifically designed for a very young audience, including children from ages 2-6. Directed to older children. Themes and elements in this program may include mild physical or comedic violence, or may frighten children under the age of 7. General audience. It contains little or no violence, no strong language, and little or no sexual dialogue or situations. Parental guidance suggested. The program may contain infrequent coarse language, limited violence, some suggestive sexual dialogue and situations. Parents strongly cautioned. This program may contain sophisticated themes, sexual content, strong language and more intense violence.

Mature audiences only. This program may contain mature themes, profane language, graphic violence, and explicit sexual content.

CANADIAN ENGLISH RATINGS CHART

C8+

14+

18+

Exempt - Exempt programming includes: news, sports, documentaries and other information programming, talk shows, music videos, and variety programming. Programming intended for children under age 8. No offensive language, nudity or sexual content. Programming generally considered acceptable for children 8 years and over. No profanity, nudity or sexual content. General programming, suitable for all audiences. Parental Guidance suggested. Some material may not be suitable for children. Programming contains themes or content which may not be suitable for viewers under the age of 14. Parents are strongly cautioned to exercise discretion in permitting viewing by pre-teens and early teens. 18+ years old. Programming restricted to adults. Contains constant violence or scenes of extreme violence.

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CANADIAN FRENCH RATINGS CHART

8 ANS+

13ANS+

16ANS+

18ANS+

The V-Chip system that is used in this set is capable of blocking “NR” programs (non rated, not applicable and none) as per FCC Rules Section15.120(e)(2). If the option of blocking “NR” programs is chosen “unexpected and possibly confusing results may occur, and you may not receive emergency bulletins or any of the following types of programming:”

• Emergency Bulletins (Such as EAS messages, weather warnings and others)

• Locally originated programming • News • Political • Public Service Announcements • Religious • Sports

• Weather

Exempt - Exempt programming. General - Programming intended for audience of all ages. Contains no violence, or the violence content is minimal or is depicted appropriately. 8+ General - Not recommended for young children. Programming intended for a broad audience but contains light or occasional violence. Adult supervision recommended. Programming may not be suitable for children under the age of 13 - Contains either a few violent scenes or one or more sufficiently violent scenes to affect them. Adult supervision strongly suggested. Programming may not be suitable for children under the age of 16 - Contains frequent scenes of violence or intense violence. Programming restricted to adults. Contains constant violence or scenes of extreme violence.

Customer Caution

Blocking Messages

Various Blocking messages are displayed on-screen depending upon the type of blocking you have selected in the Lock menu.

Note:

Entering the password will override the block condition. However, the ratings selection will be retained.

Game locked.

Message

The [TV/VIDEO] button was pressed when the Game lock had been

Possible cause

selected.

Channel Locked.

Tuned to the designated channel when the Channel lock had been selected.

Tuned to CH 3 or CH 4 when the Game lock had been selected. All locked. Program locked.

Lock all is selected.

Received program that exceeds the Block Program rating level.

Change password

Press to select Change

VOLCHVOL

password. Press to enter the Input Password screen.

Create a 4-digit password to enter the Lock menu.

Lock

Mode

Channel

Program

Change password

Off

Enter new password.

----

Enter new password, again.

----

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 809

Enter a 4-digit password.

After entering your password for the first time, “New Password” will change to “ Enter Password”.

Notes:

• Use a code that is easy to remember and record it in a safe place.

• If you forget your secret code, the TV must be serviced by a qualified technician to clear the Lock setup.

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Operating peripheral equipment

Programming the remote control code

You can operate other manufacturers’ components using this TV’s remote control.

Preparations:

• Connect the power cord of the external component to the wall outlet.

• Make sure the component is turned off.

POWER

TV VCR DVD

DTV

RCVR

TV/VIDEO

VOL

LIGHT

DBS/CBL

AUX

SLEEP EXIT

VOL

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 8

R-TUNE PROG

SAP

RETURN

POWER

VOLCHVOL

Press and hold POWER and OK together, for at least 5 seconds.

• The mode selection buttons flashes, and then release

POWER and OK.

TV VCR DVD

DTV

RCVR

DBS/CBL

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 8

Select the type of the component.

• The selected button lights and all others go out.

AUX

Enter the 3-digit infrared code (see pages 40-42).

• Factory default setting : Panasonic

• Press POWER to test the operation.

Notes:

• If the component does not operate with the remote control, repeat the procedure using another code. (Some brands have multiple codes.)

• If an incorrect code is entered, or if the procedure takes longer than 30 seconds, the programming will fail.

PAUSE

TV/VCR

PLAY FFREW

STOP

DVD/VCR CH

REC

OPEN/CLOSE

To find a code not listed in the index

After selecting the type of component (step 2, above)

VOLCHVOL

Press to select the code.

• The code starts from the current device.

• Press POWER button to test the operation.

• Repeat the steps until the component code is found. It may take many attempts before the correct code is found.

VOLCHVOL

Press to store the code.

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Operating peripheral equipment

Infrared Code Index

The remote control is capable of operating many brands of peripheral equipment. Refer to page 39 for programming procedures.

Notes:

• The remote control memory is limited and therefore some models may not be operated. The remote control is not designed to control all features available in all models.

• After entering the proper infrared code, press the desired Mode Selection buttons (see page 16). Refer to pages 43 and 44 for details on operating peripheral equipment using the remote control.

Infrared Remote Codes for Specific Components

Helpful Hint: Write down the code numbers for your components in the space provided below. This will serve as a

handy reference whenever you need to reprogram your remote control.

CABLE

Cable Box

DBS

Digital Broadcast System

Other Component

Codes for VCR

VCR

AUX

Brand Code Admiral 335 Aiwa 332 Akai 314, 315, 316, 329 Audio Dynamic 311, 339 Bell &Howell 305, 313 Broksonic 320, 326 Canon 323, 325 CCE 343 Citizen 306 Craig 305, 306, 329 Curtis Mathes 324, 345 Daewoo 301, 324, 343 DBX 310, 311, 339 Dimensia 345 Emerson 303, 319, 320, 325, 326, 343 Fisher 305, 307, 308, 309, 313 Funai 320, 326, 334 GE 324, 333, 345 Goldstar 306 Gradiente 334 Hitachi 300, 323, 345 Instant Replay 323, 324 Jensen 339 JVC 310, 311, 334, 339 Kenwood 306, 310, 311, 339 LXI 300, 305, 306, 307, 308, 309 Magnavox 323, 324, 331 Marantz 310, 311, 339 Marta 306 Memorex 309, 324 MGA 338, 340, 341, 347, 348 Minolta 300, 345 Mitsubishi 338, 340, 341, 347, 348 Multitech 304, 347 NEC 310, 311, 334, 339 Olympic 323, 324

VCR

Video Cassette Recorder

RCVR

Receiver or Amplifier

Other Component

DVD

DVD Recorder / Player

Compact Disc Player

Other Component

Brand Code Optimus 306, 321, 328, 335 Orion 320, 326 Panasonic 321, 322, 323, 324 Penney

300, 305, 310, 311, 324, 339, 345 Pentax 300, 311, 345 Philco 320, 323, 324, 326, 331, 343 Philips 323, 324, 331 Pioneer 323 Proscan 300, 301, 302, 323, 324, 331,

333, 345, 346 Quasar 321, 322, 323, 324 Radio Shack 305, 309, 324, 333, 336, 340 RCA 300, 301, 302, 323, 324, 331,

333, 345, 346 Realistic 305, 309, 324, 336, 340 Samsung 302, 304, 333 Sansui 320, 326, 339, 352 Sanyo 305, 309, 313 Scott 301, 302, 304, 309, 320, 326,

338, 340, 347, 348 Sears 300, 305, 306, 307, 308 Sharp 335, 336 Shintom 317 Signature 2000 335 Singer 317 Sony 328, 329, 330 Sylvania 323, 324, 331 Tashiro 306 Tatung 310, 311, 339 Teac 310, 311, 339 Technics 321, 322, 323, 324 Teknika 324 Toshiba 301, 346 Vector Research 311 Wards 306, 309, 335, 336, 344 Yamaha 305, 310, 311, 339 Zenith 306, 344

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Codes for DVD

Operating peripheral equipment

DVD

Brand Code Denon 100 Ferguson 101 JVC 109 Mitsubishi 105 Nordmende 101 Panasonic 100 Philips 103 Pioneer 102 RCA 101

Codes for CD

Brand Code Admiral 226 Aiwa 233, 235 Carver 229 Denon 242 Emerson 239 Fisher 205 Harman Kardon 219, 220, 221, 223 Hitachi 207 Jensen 234 JVC 240, 241, 245 Kardon 223 Kenwood 200, 201, 211, 245 LXI/Sears 236 Magnavox 229, 232 Marantz 229 McIntosh 221 Nakamichi 210 Onkyo 214, 215

Brand Code Saba 101 Samsung 110 Sharp 108 Sony 104 Technics 100 Thomson 101 Toshiba 103 Yamaha 100 Zenith 107

Brand Code Optimus 208, 218, 220, 222 Panasonic 224, 225, 227 Philips 229, 230 Pioneer 208 Quasar 224, 225, 227 RCA 231, 237, 238, 247 Sansui 210, 246 Sanyo 205 Scott 210, 246 Sharp 242, 243 Sherwood 220 Sony 228 Soundesign 244 Teac 212, 216, 218 Technics 224, 225, 227 Victor 240, 241, 245 Yamaha 202, 203, 204

AUX

Codes for Personal Video Recorders

Brand Code Panasonic Replay TV Philips Tivo 101 Sony Tivo 102

100

Codes for Cassette Deck

Brand Code Aiwa 223, 224, 225 Denon 231 Fisher 203 Jensen 214 JVC 229, 230 Kenwood 200, 207 Marantz 202 Nakamichi 205 Onkyo 208, 209, 213 Panasonic 216, 218

Brand Code Philips 222 Pioneer 204 RCA 226, 227, 228 Sansui 205, 210 Sharp 231 Sony 219, 220 Teac 210, 211, 215 Technics 216, 218 Yamaha 201, 202

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Operating peripheral equipment

Codes for Receivers

RCVR

DBS/CBL

Brand Code Admiral 120 Aiwa 125, 126 Denon 134, 135, 136 Fisher 104 Garrard 113 Harman Kardon 115, 123 Jensen 129 JVC 132, 133 Kenwood 100, 108 Magnavox 127 Marantz 124 Mclntosh 116 Nakamichi 106 Onkyo 109, 114

Codes for DBS

Brand Code Dish Network 105, 115, 116 Echo Star 105 (Echostar) Express VU 105, 115 G.E. 106 G.I. 108 (General Instrument) Gradiente 114 Hitachi 103, 111, 112 HNS (Hughes) 103

Brand Code Optimus 103, 127, 130, 131 Panasonic 118, 119, 121 Philips 123 Pioneer 105, 107 Quasar 118, 119, 121 RCA 103, 105, 127, 130, 131 Sansui 103, 111, 139 Sharp 134, 137 Sony 122 Soundesign 138 Teac 111, 112, 113 Technics 118, 119, 121 Victor 132, 133 Yamaha 101, 102

Brand Code Magnavox 101, 102 Panasonic 104 Philips 101, 102 Primestar 108 Proscan 106, 109, 110, 113 RCA 106, 109, 110, 113 Sony 107 Star Choice 103, 108 Toshiba 100 Uniden 101, 102 Zenith 127

DBS/CBL

Codes for Cable Box

Brand Code ABC 224 Archer 225, 232 Cableview 205, 232 Citizen 205, 222 Curtis 212, 213 Diamond 224, 225, 232 Eagle 229 Eastern 234 GC Brand 205, 232 Gemini 222 General 211, 219, 220, 221, 222, 223, Instrument/Jerrold Hamlin 212, 218, 240, 241, 242, 245 Hitachi 203, 224 Macom 203, 204, 205 Magnavox 233 Memorex 230 Movietime 205, 232 Oak 202, 237, 239 Panasonic 209, 210, 214 Philips 206, 207, 228, 229, 230 Pioneer 201, 216 Pulsar 205, 232

224, 225, 226, 227

Brand Code Puser 232 RCA 215 Realistic 232 Regal 212, 218, 240, 241, 242, 245 Regency 234 Rembrandt 205, 232, 237 Samsung 205 Scientific Atlanta 211, 212, 213 Slmark 201, 205 Sprucer 205, 210 Stargate 205, 232 Teleview 201, 205 Texscan 244 Tocom 235 Toshiba 204 Unika 225, 232 Universal 222, 232 Videoway 206 Viewstar 229, 230 Zenith 200, 217 Zenith /Drake 200 Satellite

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Operating peripheral equipment

Mode Operational Key Chart

This chart defines which keys are operational after programming (if needed), while in the selected remote control mode, DTV, CABLE, DBS, VCR, DVD ...etc.

KEY NAME DTV MODE CABLE MODE DBS MODE

POWER

POWER POWER POWER

NAVIGATION UP/DOWN CABLE CHANNEL UP/DOWN DBS NAVIGATION UP/DOWN

VOLCHVOL

EXIT

123

456

7809

R-TUNE

PROG

NAVIGATION RIGHT/LEFT

DTV MENU

PROGRAM INFO.

EXIT (EPG) ELECTRONIC

PROGRAM GUIDE

DBS NAVIGATION RIGHT/LEFT

DBS PROGRAM INFO.

DBS MENU

EXIT DBS MENU

Select Channel Select Channel Select Channel

PREVIOUS STB CHAN CABLE PREVIOUS CHAN DBS PREVIOUS CHAN

DTV PROGRAM/DASH

REC

DVD/VCR CH

Info (EPG) ELECTRONIC

PROGRAM GUIDE

DBS CHANNEL UP/DOWN

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Operating peripheral equipment

KEY NAME VCR MODE RCVR MODE

POWER

POWER POWER POWER POWER POWER POWER POWER

TV/VIDEO

LIGHT

VOLCHVOL

EXIT

123

456

7809

TV MUTE TV MUTE RCVR MUTE TV MUTE RCVR MUTE RCVR MUTE RCVR MUTE

TV INPUT SW

-- - - --

---

-- - - ---

VOLUME

-- -

ONSCREEN VCR

DISPLAY

-- -

(DVD) (CD) (PVR) (VCR2) (TAPE)

-- -

NAVIGATION

UP/DOWN

NAVIGATION

RIGHT/LEFT

NEXT/PREVIOUS

TRACK

RCVR VOLUME +/

DVD DISPLAY TIME FORMAT

EXIT PVR MENU

NAVIGATION

UP/DOWN

NAVIGATION

RIGHT/LEFT

PVR MENU

---

Select Channel

TV INPUT SW

VOLUME

---

ONSCREEN VCR

DISPLAY

---

VOLUME

RCVR INPUT SW

REMOTE

BUTTONS

TUNER +/

+/-RCVR VOLUME +/

1.... AV1

2.... AV2

3.... AV3

4.... AV4

5.... CD

6.... TUNER

7.... PHONO

8.... TAPE

9.... AUX

DVD/CD MODE AUX MODE

R-TUNE

PROG

PLAY

PAUSE

STOP

REC

TV/VIDEO

DVD/VCR CH

OPEN/CLOSE

FFREW

-- - -

PREVIOUS CHAN

RELAY ZONES

PVR

-- - ---

VCR REW/FF

SKIP SEARCH

REW/FF

SEARCH REW/FF

RETURN TO LIVE

VCR REW/FF

PLAY PLAY PLAY PLAY PLAY PLAY

PAUSE STILL/PAUSE PAUSE PAUSE PAUSE PAUSE

STOP STOP STOP

VCR RECORD

TV/VCR SWITCH

VCR CHANNEL

UP/DOWN

SLOW +/

-- -

STOP STOP

PVR RECORD VCR RECORD

TV/VCR SWITCH

PVR CHANNEL

UP/DOWN

VCR CHANNEL

UP/DOWN

PVR

OPEN/CLOSE OPEN/CLOSE

QUICK SKIP

---

DECK A/B

TAPE REW/FF SURROUND -/+

TAPE RECORD

RCVR CENTER

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VIDEO/COMPONENT/HDMI input signals

VIDEO input

signal name

horizontal vertical

frequency(kHz) frequency(Hz)

1 NTSC 15.73 59.94

Applicable input signals (∗ mark)

signal name

horizontal

frequency(kHz) frequency(Hz)

1 525 (480) /60i 15.73 59.94 2 525 (480) /60p 31.47 59.94 3 750 (720) /60p 45.00 60.00 4 1,125 (1,080) /60i 33.75 59.94

vertical

COMPONENT

∗∗ ∗∗ ∗∗ ∗∗

Note: Signals without above specification may not be displayed properly.

HDMI

COMPONENT input

HDMI input

AV IN

COMPONENT VIDEO

INPUT

PBPRPB

VIDEO

AUDIO

R L

AUDIO IN

S VIDEO

TO AUDIO AMP

PROGOUT

INPUT 2 INPUT 1

VIDEO input

Specifications

TH-42PD50

Power Source

Power Consumption

Plasma Display panel

Screen Size Dimensions

( W × H × D ) Mass (Weight)

Channel Capability-ATSC/NTSC

Sound

Speaker

Audio Output

FEATURES

Accessories Supplied

Operating Conditions

Connection Terminals

Note: Design and Specifications are subject to change without notice. Weight and Dimensions shown are approximate.

AC 120 V, 50/60 Hz

Maximum : 390 W Stand-by condition : 0.6 W

Drive method : AC type 42-inch ,

16 : 9 aspect ratio

Approx. 36 7/32 ” (920mm) (W) × 20 25/64 ” (518 mm) (H) × 41 37/64 ” (1056 mm) (diagonal)

Approx. 42

/64 ” (1068 mm) × 27 39/64 ” (701 mm) × 3 51/64 ” (96.5 mm)

72.8 lb. (33.0 kg) Net

VHF/ UHF : 2-69, CATV:1-135

4 23/32 ” (120 mm) × 2 23/64 ” (60 mm) × 2 pcs 6 Ω

16 W [ 8 W + 8 W ] ( 10 % THD )

3D Y/C FILTER HDMI CLOSED CAPTION V-Chip

Remote control: EUR7627Z60 F-type antenna adapter (5C-2V × 1) AA Battery × 2 AC Cord Pedestal Cable clamper × 2

Temperature : 34 °F - 104 °F (0 ° – 40 °C) Humidity : 20 % - 80 % (non-condensing)

AV INPUT 1- 2 VIDEO 1.0 Vp-p (75 Ω)

(Phono Jack Type)

S-VIDEO Y :

(Mini DIN 4-pin)

1.0 Vp-p (75 Ω), C : 0.286 Vp-p (75 Ω)

AUDIO L-R 0.5 Vrms

(Phono Jack Type × 2)

AV PROG. OUT VIDEO 1.0 Vp-p (75 Ω)

(Phono Jack Type)

AUDIO L-R 0.5 Vrms

(Phono Jack Type × 2)

COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT1-2 P

Y 1.0 Vp-p (including synchronization)

B / PR ± 0.35 Vp-p

AUDIO L-R 0.5 Vrms

(Phono Jack Type × 2)

HDMI

HDMI type A Connector AUDIO L-R 0.5 Vrms

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT PCM / Dolby Digital, Fiber Optic

(Phono Jack Type × 2)

VIDEO

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Troubleshooting Chart

Before calling for service, determine the symptoms and follow suggested solutions.

Symptoms

VIDEO AUDIO

Snowy Video

Multiple Image

Interference

Normal Video

No Video with Snow

No Video

Noisy Audio

No Audio

Noisy Audio

No Audio

Solutions

• Adjust the antenna location and connection.

• Check the antenna lead-in cable.

•

Move the television away from electrical appliances, lights, vehicles and medical equipment.

• Increase volume

• Check Mute.

• Check Television Speakers on/off.

• Change channel.

• Stereo/SAP/Mono

• When using HDMI

• Set Input Setup properly.

• Check the antenna cables.

•

Check if the power cord is plugged into the wall outlet.

• Adjust Brightness and Audio controls.

• Change channel.

• Check the cable connections.

• Program the remote control code.

• Check the second video source operation.

• Make sure that a PC is not connected to HDMI input. Rarely, the TV will not display video in HDMI input from devices with HDMI or DVI output due to bad communication between the TV and the devices. Should this happen, unplug the HDMI/DVI device and plug it back in.

Page

11 11

20 17 27 20 17 27

30 11

24,26,27

20, 22

10-14 39-42 39-44

No Color

Digitalization of image Image freeze up

Normal Video

Black Box on Screen

Normal Video

Intermittent Remote Control Operation

Normal Audio

Audio Break up

Wrong Audio

Normal Audio

• Adjust Color settings.

• Change channel.

• Re-orient the ATSC antenna.

• Check signal meter. If the signal is weak, add a signal booster to boost the signal strength.

• Check if the audio mode is set to Stereo or Mono, not SAP.

•

Change the audio of the HDMI device to Linear PCM.

•

Check the audio setting for HDMI. If there is functional problem with Digital Audio, use Analog audio.

• Change CC (Closed Caption).

• Change the Closed Caption (CC) Analog settings to other than T1, T2, T3 or T4.

• Replace the remote control batteries.

24, 25

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Troubleshooting Chart

Plasma Display panel

Symptoms

Some parts of the screen do not light up.

An after-image appears.

• The plasma display panel is manufactured using an extremely high level of precision technology; however, sometimes some parts of the screen may be missing picture elements or have luminous spots. This is not a malfunction.

• 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 images displayed in 4:3 mode.

Note:

The permanent after-image on the Plasma TV resulting from fixed image use is not an operating defect and as such is not covered by the Warranty. This product is not designed to display fixed images for extended periods of time.

Check

CUSTOMER SERVICES DIRECTORY (for U.S.A.)

Customer Services Directory

Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; locate your nearest Dealer or Servicenter; purchase Parts and Accessories; or make Customer Service and Literature requests by visiting our Web Site at:

http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport

Page

or, contact us via the web at:

http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

You may also contact us directly at: 1-888-VIEW-PTV (843-9788) Monday-Friday 9 am-9 pm; Saturday-Sunday 10 am-7 pm, EST.

For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY : 1-877-833-8855

Accessory Purchases

Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books on line for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at:

http://www.pasc.panasonic.com

or, send your request by E-mail to:

[email protected]

You may also contact us directly at: 1-800-332-5368 (Phone) 1-800-237-9080 (Fax Only) (Monday - Friday 9 am to 8 pm, EST.) Panasonic Services Company 20421 84th Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032 (We Accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express, and Personal Checks)

For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY : 1-866-605-1277

Service in Puerto Rico

Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985 Phone (787)750-4300, Fax (787)768-2910

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Customer’s Record

The model number and serial number of this product can be found on its back cover. 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

Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America

One Panasonic Way Secaucus

Panasonic Puerto Rico Inc. (“PSC”)

Ave. 65 de Infanteria, Km 9.5 San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985

New Jersey 07094 U.S.A.

Panasonic Canada Inc.

5770 Ambler Drive Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 CANADA

MBS0205S1025

Panasonic th-42pd50 Operation Manual

Important Safety Instructions

Table of Contents

FCC STATEMENT

Safety Precautions

Installation

Accessories

Cable Connection

Power ON / OFF

Location of Controls

First time setup

Watching TV programs

Aspect Controls

On-Screen Menu Displays for Navigation

Sub-Menu Navigation

Operating peripheral equipment

VIDEO/COMPONENT/HDMI input signals

Specifications

Troubleshooting Chart

CUSTOMER SERVICES DIRECTORY (for U.S.A.)