Panasonic TH-42PV7EY, TH-37PV7EY User Manual

Operating Instructions

Plasma Television

English

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

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

Information on Disposal for Users of Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment

Printed in Czech Republic

Model No. TH-37PV7EY

TH-42PV7EY

Customer’s Record

The model number and serial number of this product may be found on its rear panel. You should note this serial number in the space provided below and retain this book, plus your purchase receipt, as a permanent record of your purchase to aid in identiﬁ cation in the event of theft or loss, and for Warranty Service purposes.

Model Number Serial Number

0844 844 3852

(private households)

This symbol on the products and/or accompanying documents means that used electrical and electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling, please take these products to designated collection points, where they will be accepted on a free of charge basis. Alternatively, in some countries you may be able to return your products to your local retailer upon the purchase of an equivalent new product. Disposing of this product correctly will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative

effects

human health and the environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling. Please contact your local authority for further details of your nearest designated collection point. Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national legislation.

For business users in the European Union

If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your dealer or supplier for further information.

Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union

This symbol is only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

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DIRECT TV REC

VCR DVD

EXIT

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Viewing Advanced FAQs, etc.Quick Start Guide

Turn your own living room into a movie theatre!

Experience an amazing level of multi-

media excitement

Contents

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Safety Precautions ······································ 4

(Warning / Caution)

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Notes ··························································· 5

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Maintenance ··············································· 5

Be Sure to Read

Advanced Features

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How to Use Menu Functions ····················· 20

(picture, sound quality, etc.)

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Editing and Setting Channels

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Control Channel Audience ························ 26

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Restore Settings ······································ 27

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Input Labels ·············································· 28

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Q-Link Functions ······································· 30

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HDMI Functions ·······································31

(HDMI terminal / VIERA Link)

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External Equipment ··································· 34

Basic Features

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Watching TV ·············································· 14

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Watching Videos and DVDs ······················ 16

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Viewing Teletext ········································18

Enjoy your TV!

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Technical Information ································36

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FAQs ·························································38

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Licence ······················································ 39

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Speciﬁ cations ············································ 39

FAQs, etc.

Accessories / Options

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Attaching the pedestal

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Identifying Controls

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Basic Connection

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Auto Setup

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Quick Start Guide

Camcorder

Set top box

Enjoy rich multi-media

Ampliﬁ er with Speaker system

VCR

DVD player

DVD Recorder

4 5

Notes

Electronic equipment In particular, do not place video equipment near the TV (electromagnetic interference may distort images / sound). Equipment with an infrared sensor This TV also emits infrared rays (this may affect operation of

other equipment).

Keep the TV away from these equipment

If no signal is received and no operation is performed in TV mode for 30 minutes, the TV will automatically go to standby mode.

Auto power standby function

Do not display a still picture for a long time

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

To prevent image retention, contrast is lowered automatically after a few minutes if no signals are sent or no operations are performed. (p. 38)

Typical still images

Channel number and other logos Image displayed in 4:3 mode Video game

Safety Precautions

AC 220-240 V 50 / 60 Hz

Warning & Caution

Handling the mains plug

Ensure that the mains plug is easily accessible at all times. The On / Off switch on this model does not fully disconnect the TV from the mains supply. Remove the mains plug from the wall socket when the TV is not used for a prolonged period of time. Ensure the grounding pin on the mains plug is securely connected to prevent electrical shock.

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

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

Do not expose to direct sunlight and other sources of heat

Avoid exposing the TV to direct sunlight and other sources of heat. To prevent fire never place any type of candle or naked flame on top or near the TV.

Power source

This TV is designed to operate on 220-240V, 50 / 60 Hz AC.

Display panel

Cabinet

Mains plug

Regular care: Gently wipe the surface clean of dirt by using a soft cloth. Major contamination: Wipe the surface clean using a soft cloth dampened with clean water or diluted neutral detergent by 100 times of water. Then, using a soft dry cloth, evenly wipe the surface clean until it is dry.

Regular care: Wipe the surface clean using a soft dry cloth. Major contamination: Dampen a soft cloth with clean water or water containing a small amount of neutral detergent. Then, wring the cloth and wipe the surface clean with it. Finally, wipe the surface clean with a dry cloth.

Wipe the mains plug with a dry cloth at regular intervals. (Moisture and dust may lead to ﬁ re or electrical shock.)

First, remove the mains plug from the socket outlet.

Caution

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The surface of the display panel has been specially treated and may be easily damaged. Do not tap or scratch the surface with your ﬁ ngernail or other hard object.

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Use care not to subject the surface to insect repellent, solvent, thinner, or other volatile substances (this may degrade surface quality).

Caution

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Use care not to subject the TV’s surfaces to detergent. (A liquid inside the TV could lead to product failure.)

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Use care not to subject surfaces to insect repellent, solvent, thinner, or other volatile substances (this may deteriorate the surface by peeling the paint).

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Do not allow the cabinet to make contact with a rubber or PVC substance for a long time.

Maintenance

Do not remove the cover

Do not remove the rear cover as live parts are accessible when it is removed. There are no user serviceable parts inside.

Use only the dedicated stands / mounting equipment

Using an unauthorized stand or other fixtures may make the TV shaky, risking injury. Be sure to ask your local Panasonic dealer to perform setup. Use optional stands / mounts (p. 6).

Do not place the TV on sloped or unstable surfaces

The TV may fall off or tip over.

Do not expose to rain or excessive moisture

To prevent damage which might result in electric shock or fire, do not expose this TV to rain or excessive moisture.

This TV must not be exposed to dripping

or splashing water and objects filled with liquid, such as vases, must not be placed on top of or above the TV.

Do not block the rear ventilation openings

Ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items such as newspapers, tablecloths and curtains.

Transport only in upright position

Transporting the TV with its display panel facing upright or downward may cause damage to the internal circuitry.

IMPORTANT: THE MOULDED MAINS PLUG

FOR YOUR SAFETY, PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY.

The wire which is coloured GREEN-AND-YELLOW must be connected to the terminal in the mains plug which is marked with the letter E or by the Earth symbol or coloured GREEN or GREEN-AND-YELLOW. The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal in the mains plug which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK. The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal in the mains plug which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED. How to replace the fuse. Open the fuse compartment with a screwdriver and replace the fuse.

As the colours of the wire in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your mains plug, proceed as follows.

WARNING: – THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED. IMPORTANT: – The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: –

Green-and-Yellow: Earth

Blue: Neutral Brown: Live

If a new mains plug is to be ﬁ tted, please observe the wiring code as shown below. If in any doubt, please consult a qualiﬁ ed electrician.

If the ﬁ tted moulded mains plug is unsuitable for the socket outlet in your home, then the fuse shall be removed and the mains plug cut off and disposed of safety. There is a danger of severe electrical shock if the cut off mains plug is inserted into any 13 amp socket.

If the mains plug contains a removable fuse cover, you must ensure that it is reﬁ tted when the fuse is replaced. If you lose the fuse cover the mains plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained. A replacement fuse cover may be purchased from your local Panasonic Dealer.

This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 5 amp fuse is ﬁ tted in this mains plug. Shall the fuse need to be replaced, please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5 amps and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.

Check for the ASTA mark

or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse.

Allow sufﬁ cient space around the TV for radiated heat

(cm)

Minimum distance

ASA

Quick Start Guide

Accessories / Options

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Attaching the pedestal

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Accessories / Options

Installing remote’s batteries

Caution

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

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Do not mix old and new batteries.

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

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Do not use rechargeable (Ni-Cd) batteries.

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Do not burn or breakup batteries.

Using the clamper

Batteries for the Remote Control Transmitter

(2)

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R6 (UM3)

Remote Control Transmitter

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EUR7651120

Standard accessories

Check that you have the accessories and items shown

Clamper (2)

Mains Lead

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Do not bundle the RF cable and mains lead together (could cause distorted image).

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Fix cables with clampers as necessary.

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When using the optional accessory, follow the option’s assembly manual to ﬁ x cables.

Rear of the TV

snaps

To remove from the TV:

To loosen:

Keep pushing

both side snaps

Set the tip

in the hooks

Insert the clamper in a hole

hole

1. Attach the clamper

2. Bundle the cables

Keep pushing

the knob

knob

hooks

Pull open

Hook

Note the correct polarity (+ or -)

Pedestal (ST-42H2-WK)

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TBLX0024

For installation p. 7 and p. 8

Caution

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In order to maintain the unit’s performance and safety, be absolutely sure to ask your dealer or a licenced contractor to secure the wall-hanging brackets.

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Carefully read the instructions accompanying the plasma TV stand or pedestal, and be absolutely sure to take steps to prevent the TV from tipping over.

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

Optional accessories

Wall-hanging bracket (vertical)

TY-WK42PV3W

(angle)

TY-WK42PR2W TY-WK42PR3W

Operating Instructions

Pan European Guarantee Card

Do not disassemble or modify the pedestal.

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

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Securing the TV

Label

View from the bottom

Arrow mark

Hole for pedestal installation

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Assembling the pedestal

Insert the poles into the left and right holes in the underside of the base so that they ﬁ t securely as shown in the illustration above.

Installing the poles Securing the poles

Front

Use the assembly screws A to secure the poles ﬁ rmly to the bottom of the base.

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Forcing the assembly screws the wrong way will strip the threads.

Caution

Do not use any other TV and displays.

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

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

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

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

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If sufﬁ cient care is not taken to ensure screws are properly tightened during assembly, the pedestal will not be strong enough to support the TV, and it might fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result.

Use the accessory fall-prevention brackets to secure the TV.

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

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

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

Warning

Attaching the pedestal

Assembly screw (4)

M5 × 20

Assembly screw (4)

M5 × 30

Pole (2) Base

For TH-42PV7EY (Outside)

For TH-37PV7EY (Inside)

Carry out work on a horizontal and level surface. Use the assembly screws to fasten securely.

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Identifying Controls

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Attaching the pedestal

Cursor buttons to make selections and adjustments

Standby On / Off switch

(Switches TV On or Off standby)

Sound mute On / Off

Changes aspect ratio (p. 15)

Selects programmes in sequence

Access VIERA Link Menu

(p. 33)

OK button to conﬁ rm selections and choices Press after selecting programme positions to quickly change programme.

VCR / DVD operations (p. 17)

Volume

Programme Information (p. 15)

Teletext Index (p. 19)

Coloured buttons used for the selection, navigation and operation of various functions

EXIT (Returns to TV screen)

DIRECT TV Recording

To immediately record programme in VCR / DVD recorder with Q-Link connection

(p. 30)

Programme / channel change buttons (0-9) and Teletext page buttons.

(p. 14 and p. 18)

When in Standby mode, switches TV On.

Option menu Sets the preferred settings of viewing and sound options easily (p. 15)

Main Menu Press to access VIERA Link, Picture, Sound and Setup menus

(p. 20)

Viewing a favourite teletext channel (p. 19)

Surround (p. 22)

Changes the input mode TV -

changes TV mode

(p. 16)

AV - changes AV input mode (p. 16)

Returns to the previous menu

Still picture (p. 15) Teletext Hold (p. 19)

Teletext (p. 18)

If required, additional ﬁ xings are supplied for securing the TV to a wall and table.

Band (2) Screw (2)

Nominal diameter 4 mm × 12

Wood screw (2) Clamp (2)

Attaching the pedestal

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Securing to a base

Fix pedestal and base together with band.

Identifying Controls

Increases or decreases the programme position by one. When a function is already displayed, press to increase or decrease the selected function. When in Standby mode, switches TV On.

Remote control signal receiver

Changes the input mode

Function select

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Volume / Contrast / Brightness / Colour / Sharpness / Tint (NTSC mode) / Bass / Treble / Balance / Auto Setup (p. 24)

Power LED

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Standby: red On: green

Mains power On / Off switch

Select two screws which have held the rear cover of the TV (one screw each from right and left side at the same height position). Remove the two screws you selected, and attach the clamps to the TV using the removed screws.

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Securing to a wall

Fix to wall or post with strong commercial wire or chain.

Remove Attach

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Basic Connection

External equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this TV. Please ensure that the unit is disconnected from the mains socket before attaching or disconnecting any leads. When disconnecting the mains lead, be absolutely sure to disconnect the mains plug at the socket outlet ﬁ rst.

Example 1 Connecting aerial

Example 2 Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR

TV only TV, DVD Recorder or VCR

Note

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Connect to AV1 / 2 for a DVD Recorder / VCR supporting Q-Link (p. 30).

Example 3 Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR and Set top box

TV, DVD Recorder / VCR and Set top box

Mains lead (supplied)

SCART cable (fully wired)

DVD Recorder or VCR

RF cable

Aerial AerialRear of the TV Rear of the TV

RF cable

AC 220-240 V 50 / 60 Hz

DVD Recorder

or VCR

SCART cable (fully wired)

RF cable

Aerial

Mains lead (supplied)

Rear of the TV

Set top box

AC 220-240 V 50 / 60 Hz

RF cable

SCART cable (fully wired)

RF cable

Clamper

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To unfasten

AUDIO OUT

I D E O

A U D

I O

C O M P O N E N T

RF IN

RF OUT

RF IN

RF OUT

RF IN

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