Panasonic TH-42PD60U Owner’s Manual

Panasonic

Operating instructions

Digital Progressive Wide Plasma Television

Manual de instrucciones

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

or contact us at www.panasonic.comlcontactinfo (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)

Para solicitar ayuda, llame al: 1-888-VlEW-PTV (843-9788)

6 visitenos en www.panasonic.com/contactinfo (EE.UU.)

Para solicitar ayuda, llame al: 787-750-4300

6 visitenos en www.panasonic.com (Puerto Rico)

Please read these instructions before operating your set and retain them for future reference.

Lea estas instrucciones antes de utilizar su televisor y guardelas para consultarlas en el futuro.

Las imagenes mostradas en este manual tienen solamente fines ilustrativos.

The images shown in this manual are for illustrative purposes only.

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"Dolby" and the double-D symbols are trademarks of Dolby

Laboratories.

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or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

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Contents

Be Sure to Read

@Safety Precautions ....................................... 4

(Warning/Caution)

@Notes ............................................................ 5

Amplifier

DVDrecorder

SetTopBox

Enjoy your TV !

Basic Features

@Watching TV............................................... 13

@Watching Videos and DVDs ....................... 15

Advanced Features

@ How to Use Menu Functions

(picture, sound quality, etc.) ....................... 16

@Control with HDMI "HDAVI Control TM''....... 18

@Channel Lock ............................................. 22

@Editing and Setting Channels .................... 24

@input Labels/Closed Caption ...................... 26

@Using Timer ................................................ 28

@Operating Peripheral Equipment ............... 29

@Recommended AV Connections ................ 30

FAQs, etc.

HDAVIControlT_'_,isatrademarkof MatsushitaElectricIndustrialCo.,

Ltd.

@Remote Control Operation/Code List......... 32

@Ratings List for Channel Lock .................... 35

@Technical Information ................................. 36

@Maintenance .............................................. 39

@FAQ ............................................................ 40

@Specifications ............................................. 42

@Limited Warranty (for U.S.A.) ..................... 43

@Customer Services Directory (for U. S. A,).. 44

@Limited Warranty (for Canada) ................... 45

@Customer Services Directory (for Canada),, 46

Safety Precautions

CAUTION

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.).

arrow-head within a triangle

,_The lightning flash with

,_The exclamation point within

is intended to tell the user that parts inside the product

are a risk of electric shock to persons.

a triangle is intended to tell the user that important operating and servicing instructions are in the papers with the appfiance.

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.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a 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 or more 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 dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause

undesired operation. FCC CAUTION:

Pursuant to 47CFR,Part 15.21 of the FCC Panasonic Corporation of North America

this device.

Responsible Party :

Contact Source:

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rules, any changes or modifications to this TV not expressly approved by could result harmful interference and would void the user's authority to operate

FCC Declaration of Conformity

Model No. TH-42PD60U, TH-42PD60X

Panasonic Corporation of North America

One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094

Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company 1-888-VIEW-PTV (843-9788)

consumerproducts@panasonic.com

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.

CANADIAN NOTICE: For Models TH-42PD60U, TH-42PD60X This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Z_ WARNING ]

Small parts can present choking hazard if accidentally swallowed.

Keep small parts away from young children. Discard unneeded small parts and other objects, including

packaging materials and plastic bags/sheets to prevent them from being played with by young children, creating

the potential risk of suffocation.

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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.

This Plasma TV is for use only with the following optiona! 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.)

• Wall-hanging bracket (Vertical) TY-WK42PV3U

• Wall-hanging bracket (Angled) TY-WK42PR2U, TY-WK42PR3U

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

mAC Power Supply Cord

The Plasma TV is designed to operate on 120 VAC, 50/60 Hz (TH=42PD60U) or on 110 - "127 V AC, 50160 Hz (TH-42PD60X).

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 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. Servicing of 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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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 15116" (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.

[]When using the Plasma TV

Be sure to disconnect aH 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.

Do not climb up onto the television or use it as a step. (Young children should be made particularly aware of this

caution.) _ If the unit falls over or becomes damaged through misuse,

injury may result.

The TV will still consume some power as long as the power cord is inserted into the wall outlet.

otes

[] Do not display a still picture for a long time

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

Typical still images

_ Channel number and other Iogos _ Image displayed in 4:3 mode ® Video game _ Computer image

[]Setup

_ Do not place the unit where it's exposed to sunlight or other

bright light (including reflections).

® Use of some types of fluorescent lighting may reduce the remote

control's transmission range.

Accesso "es/Opti

Check you have all the items shown.

[] Remote Control

Transmitter

e EUR7737Z30

[]Clamper (2)

[] Pedestal

@TBL2AX00031

[] Batteries for the Remote

Control Transmitter (2) eAA Battery

•AC cord

•Antenna Adapter @F-Type

for 5C-2V _p

•Operating Instructions

[]Product Registration Card

(U.S.A.)

•Customer Care Plan Card (U.S.A.)

Open

Hook

Caution

@Incorrect installation may cause battery

leakage and corrosion, resulting in damage to the remote control unit.

® Do not mix old and new batteries. e Do not mix different battery types (such as

alkaline and manganese batteries).

® Do not use rechargeable (Ni-Cd) batteries.

@Do not burn or break batteries. @Make a note of the remote control codes

before changing batteries in case the codes are reset. (p. 29)

Back of the TV unit

Snap open

Snap shut

@Do not bundle the RF cable and power cord together (could cause

distorted image).

@Fix cables with clampers as necessary. @When using the optional accessory, follow the option's assembly

manual to fix cables.

Remove from the TV unit

Push both side hooks and pull out

Optional accessories

Wall-hanging bracket

(vertical)

@TY-WK42PV3U

(angle) @TY-WK42PR2U

@TY-WK42PR3U

Caution

Do not use any television or displays other than those supplied in the package.

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

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

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

Dealer immediately.

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

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

strong enough to support the _lasma television, and it might fall over and become damaged, and personal injury

may result.

Use the accessory fall-prevention brackets to secure the plasma television.

_ If the unit is knocked or children climb onto the pedestal with the Plasma TV installed, the plasma television may

fall over and personal injury may result.

Two people are required to install and remove the television.

@If two people are not present, the television may be dropped, and personal injury may result.

Accessories for pedestal assembly

_v Assembly screw (4)

M5 x 20

fB', Assembly screw (4)

(Black screw)

Accessories for pedestal security

J_ Band (2) (2_,Screw (2)

. _/

Assembling the pedestal

1. Installing the poles

For 42" Plasma television (Outside) ,

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i i

M5 x 30

M4xl0

,FC_Pole (2)

(

L3_ Wood screw (2) ,_/ Clamp (2)

L_D_Base (1)

2. Securing the poles

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Front

C) C)

(t)

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(1)

Insert the poles _"__C9into the left and right holes in the underside of the base _D_°"so that they fit securely as shown in the illustration above.

Use the assembly screws _" to secure'_A_ the poles

firmly to the bottom of the base.

Note

Forcing the assembly screws the wrong way will

strip the threads.

Accesso "es/Opti

Setting=up

Remove the plasma television unit from its packing box, spread a clean blanket or other covering on a level floor or stand, place the television on the floor or stand with its front panel facing down, and keep it like this until installing it on the pedestal.

Securing the television unit

ITelevision unit

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* Carry out work on a horizontal and level surface.

Lift the television unit above the pedestal base,

with the back of the television unit on the same side as the Pedestal No. label. Then align the

holes in the television unit with the poles of the pedestal and lower the television unit into place.

Use the assembly screws _B_;(M5 x 30) to fasten

securely.

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Pedestal No. label I Pedestal I

_ Stopping the plasma television from falling over

Securing to a base. Securing to a wall.

Front P_-_ __q__

F,oot,

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Screws on main body

• Securing method

Do not remove this screw.

* Remove the screws

at both top corners on the rear side of the

plasma TV, and attach the clamps @ to the

plasma TV using the removed screws.

Worktop -/ "_

Fasten with wood screws in the holes in the back edge of the wood worktop.

If there are no holes, first drill them in the middle of the thickness of the wood

worktop, and then fasten the strap with wood screws.

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* The plasma TV must be fastened to both the base and the wall.

* Use strong wire

or chain which is commercially available

to secure the plasma television to a solid

area of the wall or a pillar.

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mWatching TV

Back of the unit

VHF/UHF aerial

Fastener

_To unfasten

ANT IN (_

ANT OUT _

AC cord

(Connect after

all the other

connections.)

Video recorder

Audio

OUT (_;\?/

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Ill

% _ IN _:J _ TOrecord TV shows

S-Video signals have priority.

with TV Tuner

DVD Recorder/

VCR )

_- Note

\ Audio'Q_¢_T

@All cables and external equipments shown in this book are not supplied with the TV. @For additional assistance, visit us at www.panasonic.com @The S Video input will override the composite video signal when S Video cable is connected.

Connect either S Video cable or Video cable.

€The input signals connected to the terminal selected in "Prog-out stop" menu cannot be output from PROG.OUT

terminals. (both picture and audio)

However, audio output can be obtained from the optical DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal.

@When a device (STB, DVD, etc.) is connected to the HDMI or COMPONENT terminals (p. 30-31 ), 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 the PROG.OUT terminals. ¢ Some programs contain a copyright protection signal to prevent VCR recording. @Set the TV channel to CH3 or CH4 for using Cable Box Connection.

Identifyi

//1

Power indicator Power on • Red

I Power off : No Light

]

POWER button Press to turn the TV's main power on/off.

Remote control sensor

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

Switches TV to On or Standby Sets the remote to communicate with

other equipments (p, 29) Changes input signal (p. 15)

Display Main Menu (p, 16)

Sound mute On/Off

Changes aspect ratio (p, 14)

Channel selectors

Volume adjusters

TV/VIDEO Change the input mode.

SAP (p. 13)

-- Exit menus

Select/OK!Change

i RETURN (to previous menu)

Display or remove the channel banner (p. 13)

Operate the Favorite channel list

function, (p, 14)

Switch to previously viewed channel -- and input modes,

Selects channels in sequence

Sleep Timer (p, 28)

I Numeric keypad to select any channel

or press to enter alphanumeric input in menus, (p, 13)

Direct channel access for DTV and DBS (p. 13)

Volume

-- External equipment operations (p. 32) (VCRs, DVDs, etc.)

First Ti etup

"First time setup" is displayed only when the TV is turned on for the first time after the AC cord is inserted into a wall outlet. Available only when "Auto power on" (p. 16) is set to "Off".

Turn the TV On with the

POWER button

POWER

Select your language

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[] Press to exit

EXiT

[] Press to return to

previous screen

RETURN

@To change setting

(Language/Clock/Auto program) later, go to

Menu screen (p. 16)

F> English 4-->EspaAol 4-->Frangais _]

RETURN

Press to go to previous screen. Or, select _ icon, then press OK for same results.

Adjust the clock

Date: Time:

Adjust the date

(Press and hold to change the month.)

Adjust the time

(If the button is held, the speed of change increases.)

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(Continue to next page.)

First Ti

Auto channel setup

_0Select "Auto program"

(_Select antenna and input modes

_Start scanning the channels

I ANT in I Cable: Cable TV

Antenna: Antenna

I Model

All: digital and analog Analog: analog only

(Reduces time

for scanning)

[] Press to exit

EXiT

Note

@About broadcasting

systems Analog: traditional TV

system

Digital: new system

that allows you to view

more channels featuring high-

quality video and sound

"Start scan"

@Available channels (analog/digital)

are automatically set.

(_Confirm registered channels

_,select "Apply"

:_,ok

@If OK is not pressed after selecting "Apply",

the channels will not be memorized.

Watt

Connect cable Box when watching cable TV. (p. 9)

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@POWER button on

unit should be On.

Select a channel number

/ c. or _[;_][_} (ej

down

ITo directly input the digital channel

number

@When tuning digital channel,

press the button to enter the minor number in a compound

channel number,

example: CH15-1: _

mOther Useful Functions (Operate after @)

Switches the unit OFF in a preset amount of time from 0 to 90 minutes in 30 minute intervals.

SLEEP 4®0/30/60/90 (minutes)

[] Select Audio Mode for TV Viewing

SAP

@Digital mode

Press SAP to select the next audio track (if available) when receiving a digital channel.

@Analog mode

Press SAP to select the desired audio mode.

• Each press of SAP will change the audio mode. (Stereo/SAP/Mono)

®@

Display or remove the channel banner.

RECALL Channel Ending time Show title

Station SAP Signal Picture Sleep timer identifier resolution mode remaining time

Rating Level Aspect ratio

Clock

Watc

[]

Change the aspect (p. 36)

ASPECT i_ 4 _f

FAVORITE

® ATSC broadcasts cannot be received in countries other than the USA, Canada, and Mexico.

Note j_

_ Reselect "Cable" or "Antenna" in "ANT In" of "Auto program" to switch the signal reception between cable TV and

antenna. (p. 12)

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

m 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. (see below)

® Each press changes the mode. ®480i (4:3), 480i (16:9), 480p (4:3), 480p (16:9) :

FULL, JUST, 4:3 or ZOOM

® 1080p / 1080i ! 720p : FULL, H-FILL, JUST, 4:3 or

ZOOM.

i Display the channel to be placed on the Favorites list.

FAVORITE

Hold down FAVORITE for several seconds.

• Press FAVORITE repeatedly to change between pages (1/3,

2/3, 3/3, or exit). Pressing 4 _,- also changes the page.

Press A _to highlight a position on the list.

Then, press OK to memorize the displayed CH in that position.

• You can also use the NUMBER keys (1-9 and 0) to select the recorded list numbers (1-9 and

0). By doing so, the numbers will be directly recorded without

having to press the OK key.

i FAVORITE

(oK'_ ok

Press FAVORITE.

• Press FAVORITE repeatedly to change between pages (1/3,

2/3, 3/3, or exit). Pressing 4 _- also changes the page.

Press A T or a Numbered key

(1-9 and 0) to highlight a channel on the list.

• Selecting a channel number from the list with the Number

keys will display the channel directly.

Press OK to display the

highlighted channel.

® To delete a favorite channel

A memorized channel can be removed from the list by

holding down FAVORITE while its position is highlighted.

Watchl

Some Panasonic equipment connected to the TV unit can be operated with the remote control. Programming the remote control is necessary to operate other manufacturers' products. (p. 29)

Videos and DVDs

With VCR or DVD turned On

Switch to external input

Press to display the Input select menu.

TVNIDEO

Select the input mode

Press corresponding NUMBER key on the Remote Control to

select the input of your choice.

[] Press to return to

TV TVNIDEO

(Initial screen)

@The terminal and label of the connected device is

indicated, To label each of the connected devices (p. 26)

Operate

the VCR or DVD with the remote control

VCR Record Record

-- Open/Close

-- Skip Reverse/Forward

Press to select the input of your

choice, then press "OK".

@If during selection, no action

is taken for several seconds, the Input selection menu is

exited.

-Label Terminal

[example]

(example)

Note

@For details, see the

manual of the equipment

or ask your local dealer,

Rewind/Fast Forward Reverse/Forward

Stop

Pause

Play

(For other operations, see p. 32.)

Stop

Pause

Play

to cti

Various menus allow you to select settings for the picture, sound, and other functions so that you can enjoy watching TV in your own way.

Display menu

MENU _ Displays the functions that

can be set (varies according to the input signal)

Select the menu

Picture

Select the item

[]Menu list

Menu Item "

Normal

Pic. mode

Picture, Brightness, Color, Tint, Sharpness

Color temp

Color rang.

Zoom adjust

Video NR 3D Y/C filter

Color matrix

MPEG NR Black level

Normal Bass

Treble Balance

AI sound Surround

[] Press to return

to TV

EXiT

[] Press to return

to the previous screen

RETURN

(example: Picture menu)

_ Adjust or select

mode

(example: Picture menu)

Speakers HDMI in

Audio leveler

Sleep, Timer1-5

CH scan

Language

Clock Program channel

Input labels CO

Auto power on Side bar

Prog-out stop Ctrl with HDMI

Power off link Power on link

About

Reset

AdjustmentslConfigurations (alternatives)

Resets all picture adjustments to factory default settings except for "Other adjust" _'

Basic picture mode (Vivid/Standard/Cinema) (p. 38)

Adjusts color, brightness, etc. for each picture mode to suit your taste

Selects level of warm colors (red) and cool colors (blue) (Warm/Cool/Normal) On enhances green and blue color reproduction, especially outdoor scenes. (On/Off) Adjusts vertical alignment and size when aspect setting is "ZOOM" (p. 36)

Reduces noise, commonly called snow. Leave off when receiving a strong signal. (On/Off)

Minimizes noise and cross-color in the picture. (On/Off) Selects image resolution of component-connected devices (SD/HD)

_ SD: normal vision HD: high-definition vision

Only 480p signal accepted; regular TV (NTSC) is not available.

Reduces noise of specific digital signals of DVD, STB, etc. (On/Off)

Select Dark or Light. Valid only for external input signals. (Dark/Light)

Reset Bass, Treble and Balance adjustments to factory default settings. Increase or decrease the bass response. Increase or decrease the treble response. Emphasize the left / right speaker volume.

Equalize overall volume levels across all channels and VIDEO inputs. (On/Off) Enhances audio response when listening to stereo. (On/Off)

Switches to "Off" when using external speakers (On/Off) ® "AI sound", "Surround" and "Audio leveler" do not work if "Off" is selected

Selects according to the signal when HDMI is connected (Auto/Digital/Analog) ® Auto: Automatically selects Analog / Digital signal

Minimizes volume disparity after switching to external inputs The TV can automatically turn On/Off at the designated date and time. (p. 28) Locks the channels and programs (p. 22)

Selects the channel with "Program up/down" button (Fav./AII) ® Fav.: Only channels registered as FAVORITE (p. 24)

Selects the screen menu language (p. 12) Adjusts the clock (p. 12) Sets channels (p. 24) Select the terminal and the label of the external equipment (p. 26)

Displays subtitles (Closed Caption) (p. 26)

Turns TV On automatically when the cable box or a connected device is turned On (Set/Off) ® The Sleep Timer and On / Off timer will not function if "Auto power on" is set.

Increases the brightness of the side bar (OfflDarklMidlBright) (4:3 mode only)

® The recommended setting is Bright to prevent panel "after image". (p. 38) Stops output of the pictures specified in this menu.

(OfflComp.llComp.21HDMIIVideo l/Video 2) Controls equipments connected to HDMI terminals (p. 18) (On/Off)

_ "Power off link" and "Power on link" do not work if "Off" is selected. Sets "Power off link" of HDMI connection equipments (p. 18) (Set/No)

Sets "Power on link" of HDMI connection equipments (p. 18) (Set/No)

Displays TV version and software license Performing Reset will clear all items set with Setup, such as channel settings. (p. 24)

Picture

Zoom adjust

/ Video NR

Black level

Normal

Bass

Treble

Balance

AI sound

Surround

Prog-out stop

l>Power on

link

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¢ In AV mode, the Audio menu and Setup menu give a smaller number of options, 17

C ntrol Control

* Simultaneously control all Panasonic "HDAVI Control" equipped components using

one-button on one remote.

Newer Panasonic audio-video products with HDMI output connections can be controlled using the TV's remote. Limited features such as home theater system volume and automatic switching to the TV's HDMI input are available.

® This feature is limited to models incorporating Panasonic's "Control with HDMr'. Refer to the

individual instruction manuals for compatibility information. ® Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilized. ®We recommend using Panasonic HDMI cables RP-CDHG15 (1.5 m), RP-CDHG30 (3.0 m),

RP-CDHG50 (5.0 m), etc. (Product numbers correct as of January 2006.)

Display menu

Select "Setup"

[] Press to return to

EXiT

[] Press to return

to the previous

screen

RETURN

Select "Other adjust"

Select "Ctrl with HDMI"

Select "On"

® Default setting is "On". If no HDMI equipments are

connected or standard HDMI (non-"Control with HDMI")are used, set to "Off".

At the start of DIGA, Player theater or RAM theater playback, the TV's input automatically switches to the input

corresponding to the playback equipment.

@For RAM theater, the speakers automatically switch to theater.

If using DIGA operation, the TV's input automatically switches to DIGA and the DIGA menu is displayed.

You can control the theater speaker with TV's remote control. "Home theater" with speaker icon appears when a Panasonic "Control with HDMI" home theater system is connected via the HDMI input. Pressing the OK button toggles between TV and home theater volume control.

@"Ctrl with HDMI" must be set to "On". @Limited to newer Panasonic Home Theater, RAM theater and DIGA/DVD models with "Control with HDMI".

_1_Display menu ÷' (_Select "Home theater" or "TV speakers"

_ Home theater

_ TV

[] Home theater:

Adjustment for Panasonic Amplifier, Panasonic Player theater, Panasonic RAM theater

Volume up / down ÷

Mute ,,,_,_

MUTE

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[] TV speakers:

The TV speakers are active.

@When selecting "Home theater", the sound of TV speakers is mute. @When "Home theater" is selected, the home theater volume control can be raised or lowered using the TV remote

volume button. The TV will display "Home Theater + / -" on screen.

@If home theater/RAM theater/Player theater is currently off, selecting the "Home theater" option will automatically

turn the equipment on. See "Power on link" below.

@If home theater/Player theater/RAM theater power is turned Off, speakers automatically switch to the TV.

When "Set" is selected, this allows for the TV to automatically turn on and switch to the appropriate HDMI input

whenever a "Control with HDMI" compatible DVD player/recorder is initially turned on and Play mode is selected.

When "Set" is selected, this allows for the TV to turn off and also turn off the connected home theater/ RAM theater/player theater and/or DIGA-DVD player.

If the "ONE TOUCH PLAY" key is pressed on the AV amp or Player theater remote control, thefollowing sequence of operations is performed automatically.

(_ Home theater/Player theater power switches On, and playback begins. ® TV power switches On, and the playback screen is displayed.

® Audio is muted on the TV and switches to theater.

@"Control with HDMr' function does not work in countries other than the USA and Canada. @The TV remains on even if the "Control with HDMI" compatible equipment is turned off.

Note

@Before using HDMI control functions, the connected equipment (DIGA, RAM theater, Player theater, AV amp) must

also be set. For details, see the operation manual for each equipment.

@For equipment connection details, see p. 20.

Controlwith Control"

Follow the connection diagrams below for HDMI control of a single AV equipment such as a Panasonic DIGA-DVD

recorder, RAM Theater or Player Theater system. Refer to page 18 for Setup Menu settings and additional

control information. (_ Optional HDMI and/or optical cables are not provided.

If connection (or setting) of equipment compatible with HDMI

control is changed, switch the power of this unit Off then

On again while the power of all equipment is On (to this unit to correctly recognize the connected equipment) and

check that DIGA, RAM theater and Player theater playback operates.

[] Connecting this unit to a DVD recorder RAM theater or Player theater

@For DIGA :

Connect with HDMI cable

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@For RAM theater and Player theater :

Connect with HDMI cable and audio cable. Connect the TV's PROG OUT audio

(L&R) to listen to the TV program through the theater system.

-- HDMI cable

HDMI HDMI _ _ Audio

(AV OUT) (AV OUT) IN

DIGA (Panasonic DVD Recorder)

Panasonic RAM theater

Panasonic Player theater

_ Audio Cable

[] Setting of this unit after connection

After making connections as shown above, set "Ctrl with HDMI" (under "Other adjust") to "On" using the Setup

menu. (p. 18).

Note

@Individual HDMI equipments may require additional menu settings specific to each model. Please refer to their

respective operating instruction manuals.

[] Connecting this unit to a DVD recorder and AV amp

When using an "Control with HDMI" audio-video amplifier and a compatible DIGA recorder, use a daisy chain connection as shown below.

-r

Optic fiber --

HDMI cable

Digital audio input

(Optic)

HDMI (AV IN)

HUM! (AV OUT)

Panasonic AV amp

@One AV amp and one DIGA can be operated

with this unit.

X HDMI cable

@Be sure to connect the AV amp between this

unit and the DIGA.

HDM! (AV OUT)

DIGA (Panasonic DVD Recorder)

[] Setting of this unit after connection

After making connections as shown above, set "Ctrl with HDMI" (under "Other adjust") to "On" using the Setup

menu. (p. 18).

Note

@Individual HDMI equipments may require additional menu settings specific to each model. Please refer to their

respective operating instruction manuals.

@When audio from other equipment connected to this unit via HDMI is output using "DIGITAL AUDIO OUT" of this

unit, the system switches to 2CH audio. (When connecting to an AV amp via HDMI, you can enjoy higher sound quality.)

Cha

You can lock out specified channels or shows to prevent children from watching objectionable content.

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Display menu

Select "Lock"

You will be asked to enter your password each time you display the Lock menu.

[] Press to exit

EXiT

Caution }

@Make a note of your

password in case you forget it. (If you have forgotten your password, consult your local dealer.)

@When you select a

locked channel, a message will be

displayed that allows you to view the channel if you input your password.

Input your 4-digit password

A4-digit code must be entered to view a blocked program or change rating

settings.

Enterp...... d, _ e For the first time, input the

_ number twice to register it.

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f5:}

Select the Lock mode

@Off: "Channel lock" not activated @All: Locks all channels and Video inputs

@Game: Locks CH3, CH4, and Video inputs @CH: Locks specified channels (analog/digital)

[]To change the password

_}ln @, select "Change password" and press "OK" button _2}lnput the new 4-digit password twice

[]To cancel the "Channel lock"

Select "Off" in @

inTo select the channel or the rating of the program to be locked

Select up to 7 (1-7) channels to be blocked out. These channels will be blocked out regardless'

of the program rating.

Select "CH" in _ on p. 22

_Select "Channel" _Select channel to lock

[]To set rating level

"V-chip" technology enables restricted shows to be locked according to TV ratings. _i_Select "Program" _3_Select the rating to be locked

Example of "MPAA" (U.S movie ratings)

Off ¸

(_Select the rating category you wish

to follow

MPAA

U.S.TV C.E.L.R.

PG-13

NC-t7

@To get other information (p. 35)

No rating

G _

General Audience: Att ages admitted Parental Guidance Suggested

Parents Strongly Cautioned: Inappropriate

for children under 13

Restricted: Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian

No one 17 and under admitted

Adults only

® ©

::3-

93 'm

r-"

@MPAA : U.S movie ratings @U.S.TV : U.S TV program ratings @C.ELR : Canadian English ratings @C.RL.R : Canadian French ratings

[]To disable recording of the locked program

Select "Monitor out" in "Program lock" menu (_2_)

On : Turns 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."

Caution

@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

@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.

Setting C

The current channel settings can be changed according to your needs and reception conditions.

Display menu

Auto

Select "Setup"

Select "Program channel"

Program channel

Manual

Select the function

[] Press to exit

EXiT

Set

[] To reset the settings of Setup menu

Select "Reset" in Setup menu (0) and press "OK" button

@ Input your 4-digit password with number buttons ® Select "Yes" on the confirmation screen and press

Automatically searches and adds receivable channels to memory. _i_Select "ANT In" ,@(Select Cable or Antenna

_3_Select "Start scan"

@_Select "Mode" _SelectAII orAnalog

All: Analog and digital Analog: Analog only

:)start

_select

Start scan

Settings are made automatically

@After completing the setting,

select "Apply". (see below _4_).

@All previous memorized

channels are erased.

Use this procedure when changing setting of recewing channels or changing the channel display.

Also, use to add or delete channels from channel list manually. (_Select "Edit"

_Edit

@Caption

_2_Select the item to be edited

[ Preset ] Select the station identifier

_'_ -J (Caption/Favorite/

P-ff-_ Add'_

F %_l_select_, item to edit

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[ Caption detail ]

Rename (maximum 7 characters available) @Favorite

Caption Add

@Caption:

Changes the station identifier

@Favorite:

Registers channel to Favorites List

@Add:

Adds or deletes channels

[ Favorite ] Select the number

@Add

@Press "OK" button to select "Yes (add)" or "No

(delete)"

@Select "Apply" RE'tURN _:_ok

Press to move cursor to \ ) t,..2_, / your

_ _ _ _ (to enter

"Apply" _ program)

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Check the signal strength if interference is found or freezing occurs on a digital image.

@If the signal is weak, check the antenna.

If no problem is found, consult your local dealer.

Note

nal intensity

@Not available if "Cable" is selected in "ANT In"

(see above).

@If "Channel lock" (p. 22) is activated and "Auto", "Manual" or "Signal meter" is selected, "Enter password." will be

displayed.

put Labels/Cl

Display menu

Select "Setup"

pt"

input labels

[] Press to exit

EXiT

Select "input labels" or "CC"

!_'select

input labels

Set

The labels of devices connected to external input terminals can be indicated

- Label Terminal

for easy recognition on the screen. (In selecting input mode of p. 15 _}_)

Select the terminal and the label of the external equipment

@Terminals: Comp.I-2/HDMI/

Video1-2

@Label: SKIP*/VCR/DVD/CABLE/

[example]

DBS/PVR/GAM E/AUX![BLAN K]

* If "SKIP" is selected for a non-connected terminal, its input

is skipped when switched with TV/VIDEO button.

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. (p. 36)

Ill Select the item and set

Mode ]

Select "On" (when not using, select "Off").

Analog

] (Choose the closed caption service of Analog

broadcasting.)

CC1-4: Information related to pictures

(Appears at bottom of screen)

T1-4: Textual information

(Appears over entire screen)

@The settings in "Analog" or "Digital"

depend on the broadcaster.

Digital

] (The Digital Closed Caption menu lets you

configure the way you choose to view the digital captioning.)

Select the setting.

@"Primary", "Second.", "Service 3", "Service 4", "Service 5",

"Service 6"

C F'-

_T (D

inTo make more in-depth display settings in digital programs

Select "Digital setting" and press "OK" button

@ Select the item and set

select set

@Size: Text size @Font: Text font

@Style: Text style (Raised, Depressed, etc.) @Foreground: Color of text @Fore opacity: Opacity of text @Background: Color of text box @Back opacity: Opacity of text box

@Outline: Outline color of text

(Identify the setting options on the screen.)

(1/3)

m To reset the settings

Select "CC reset" and press "OK" button

The TV can automatically turn On/Off at the designated date and time.

@The Clock must be set before On time/Off time settings. (p. 12)

Display menu

Select "Timer"

V )

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Select the timer to set

....................... ,"'_,\_>_!} 0_select,

Sleep

[ Sleep ]Turns Off automatically [ Timer 1 ]Turns On/Offautomatically

t (5 timers can be set.)

[ Timer5 ]

Set the timer

[]To set "Sleep" (Off Timer)

Press to set unit to shut itself off after a preselected amount of time.

..... . J_,f_",\ @0/30/60/90 (minutes)

[] Press to exit

EXiT

[]To set "Timer 1-5" (On/Off Timer)

Select the item and set

[] Press to return

to the previous

screen

RETURN

_se act

@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.

CH ] Select the channel

Day 1Select the day

MON-FRI/SAT-SU N/DAILY/EVR SUN/

'SUN/MON/TUE/WED/THU/FRI/SAT/ )

EVR MON/EVR TUE/EVR WED/EVR THU/ EVR FRI/EVR SAT

On time

Off time

I I

Set

IThe time to turn On IThe time to turn Off ITimer setting (On!Off)

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