Panasonic TH-42PX62EH 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.

Printed in Czech Republic

Model No. TH-42PX62EH

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

Information on Disposal for Users of Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment

Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

Web Site : http://www.panasonic-europe.com

(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.

DVB

Analogue

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DIRECT TV REC

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TV/AVGUIDE

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Viewing Advanced FAQs, etc.Quick Start Guide

Contents

Turn your own living room into a movie theatre!

Experience an amazing level of multi-

media excitement

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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

Basic Features

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Watching TV ·············································· 10

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Viewing Teletext ········································12

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Watching Videos and DVDs ······················ 14

Advanced Features

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How to Use Menu Functions ····················· 16

(picture, sound quality, etc.)

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Advanced DVB Settings (DVB) ················· 18

(pay-TV, time, etc.)

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Editing and Setting Channels (Analogue)

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Editing and Setting Channels (DVB) ········· 22

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Displaying PC Screen on TV ·····················25

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External Equipment ··································· 26

(Q-Link / Control with HDMI / Connections)

Enjoy your TV!

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Technical Information ································32

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FAQs ·························································36

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

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

FAQs, etc.

Accessories / Options

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Identifying Controls

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Connection

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Auto Setup

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Enjoy rich multi-media

Camcorder

Ampliﬁ er with

Speaker system

VCR

DVD player

DVD recorder

Personal

computer

Set top box

Quick Start Guide

4 5

Safety Precautions

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

(such as strange smell or smoke)

AC 220-240 V 50 / 60 Hz

Blocked ventilation by curtains, etc. may cause overheating, ﬁ re or electrical shock.

Do not remove covers NEVER modify the TV yourself

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

Have the TV checked, adjusted, or repaired at your local Panasonic dealer.

Do not place foreign objects inside the TV

Do not let metal or ﬂ ammable objects drop into the TV through the air vents (ﬁ re or electrical shock may result).

Allow sufﬁ cient space around the TV

for radiated heat

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

Use only the dedicated stands /

mounting equipment

(Cleaning an energized TV may cause electrical shock.)

When cleaning the TV, remove the

mains plug

When TV will not be used for a long

time, remove the mains plug

(cm)

Handling the mains plug and lead

Insert the mains plug fully into the socket outlet. (If the mains plug is loose, it could generate heat and cause ﬁ re.) Ensure that the mains plug is easily accessible. 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 touch the mains plug with a wet hand. (This may cause electrical shock.) Do not damage the mains lead. (A damaged lead may cause ﬁ re or electrical shock.)

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

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

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

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

Do not use a damaged mains plug or socket outlet.

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

Warning Caution

Do not block the rear air vents

Notes

Do not place the TV on an unstable

surface

Maintenance

Display panel

Cabinet

Mains plug

Daily 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 water containing a small amount of neutral detergent. Then, using a soft dry cloth, evenly wipe the surface clean until it is dry.

Daily 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 bug 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 bug 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.

This TV will still consume some power even in the Off mode, as long as the mains plug is still connected to a live socket outlet.

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

Remember not to keep still pictures on the screen for extended lengths of time

Such still pictures cause after-images on the plasma screen if they are displayed for a long time. These after-images are not considered malfunctions and are not covered by the warranty.

To decrease the chance of after-images, a screen saver will be automatically activated after a few minutes if there is no signal and if there is no operation in AV mode. (p. 37) The screen saver will be automatically deactivated when a signal is detected or an operation is executed.

Typical still images

Channel number and unique logos Image displayed in 4:3 mode Video game Computer image

Keep liquids away from the TV

To prevent damage which may result in ﬁ re or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to dripping or splashing. Do not place containers with water (ﬂ ower vase, cups, cosmetics, etc.) above the TV. (including on shelves above, etc.)

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Quick Start Guide

AV4

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IDTV

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Optional accessories

Pedestal Plasma TV stand Wall-hanging

bracket (vertical)

TY-WK42PV3W

(angle)

TY-WK42PR2W

TY-ST42P600W

TY-ST42P60W

TY-S42PX60W

Installing remote's batteries

Batteries for the Remote Control Transmitter

(2)

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R6 (UM3)

Identifying ControlsAccessories / Options

Clamper (2)

Mains Lead

Pull open

Hook

Note the correct polarity (+ or -)

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.

Remote Control Transmitter

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EUR765108A

Operating Instructions

Pan European Guarantee Card

Attaching the cable clampers

Function select

Selects programmes in sequence

Switches TV to On or Standby

(On / Off switch in On position)

On / Off switch

Swing up the door at "PULL".

C.A.T.S. (Contrast Automatic Tracking System) sensor

(senses brightness to adjust picture quality in "Auto" viewing mode) (p. 16)

DVB lampPower lamp

(standby: red)

Remote control signal receiver

Switches TV/AV

Switches DVB (digital broadcasting) / Analogue mode (p. 10)

Volume / Contrast / Brightness / Colour / Sharpness

/ Tint (NTSC mode) / Bass / Treble / Balance / Tuning mode (analogue mode) (p. 20)

Changes aspect ratio (p. 11)

Normalizes (p. 16)

(Resets settings)

Selects programmes in sequence

Changes programme / channel

(p. 10)

Subtitles

Showing subtitles (p. 11) (DVB) Viewing a favourite teletext channel (p. 12)

Teletext (p. 12)

Select / OK

Programme Guide

(p. 10)

VCR / DVD operations (p. 15)

Sound mute On / Off

Volume

Programme Information

(p. 11)

Teletext Index (p. 12)

Still Picture (p. 11)

Coloured buttons

(used for various functions) (for example, see p. 12)

EXIT (Returns to TV screen)

Switches TV/AV

(To watch videos or DVDs) (p. 14)

DIRECT TV Recording

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

(p. 26)

Standard accessories

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Identifying Controls

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Accessories / Options

Check that you have the accessories and items shown

DVB system active during Direct TV Recording (Standby) :orange (ﬂ ash) Tuner Lock On (Standby) :orange

Headphones jack (p. 30)

AV4 terminals (p. 30)

Ferrite core

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J0KF00000018

Store setting (p. 20)

Used to store tuning and other function settings

Press to access the Picture, Sound and

Setup menus

Direct channel access (Analogue)

During normal TV viewing or when in the

Tuning, Programme edit or Manual tuning menus, press and then enter channel number using the numeric buttons

Press twice to change to the Cableband mode

Snap open

Snap shut

Rear of the TV

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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.

Remove from the TV

Push both side hooks and pull out

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.

Pedestal

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TBL0E0001 or TBL0E0002 equivalent to

optional accessory

TY-ST42P60W

Read the manual of the pedestal for installation.

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(

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(

)

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Quick Start Guide

AV2 AV3

Turn the TV On with the On / Off switch

Auto SetupConnection

DVD Recorder or VCR

SCART cable (fully wired)

RF cable

Search and store TV channels automatically. These steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed by your local dealer.

VHF / UHF aerial

Rear terminal portion (enlarged view)

Rear of the TV

Mains lead

Fastener

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To unfasten

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Connect to AV2 or AV3 for a unit supporting Q-Link (p. 26).

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Watching TV

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To record TV programmes

Auto Setup is now complete and your TV is ready for viewing.

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You can now use the remote control to turn On the TV or turn the TV to standby mode. (Power lamp: On)

(Connect after all the other connections.)

External equipments and cables shown in this manual are not supplied with this TV. Please ensure that the unit is disconnected from the mains before attaching or disconnecting any leads.

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To check programme list at-a-glance

Programme Guide (p. 10)

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To edit channels

"Editing and Setting Channels"

(p. 20-24)

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Auto Setup

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Connection

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If Q-Link (p. 26) equipment is connected, analogue channel information is automatically downloaded to the equipment.

Select your country

select

Start Auto Setup

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Auto Setup will start to search for TV channels and store them.

Need help with operations?

(example: Sound menu)

On-screen operation guide will help you.

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VCR

EXIT

Land

Deutschland France Italia España

Start ATP Abbruch

RF OUT

RF IN

IDTV

Sound menu

Bass Treble Balance Headphone volume MPX Mode Ambience

Select Adjust

Exit Return

No service Music Off

red

DVB Auto Setup

Please Wait !

Prog. Channel Service Name NetID. TS ID. Quality

VOX

N24

ProSieben

KABEL1

SAT.1

This will take about 3 mins.

Exit

DOWNLOAD IN PROGRESS

PLEASE WAIT

Programme : 63

Remote control unavailable

12302

4158

69 5

Viewing

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To select the two-digit programme number, e.g. 39

3 →

GUIDE

VCR

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MODE

DVB

Analogue

Watching TV

Select a programme number

Volume

Select from the Programme list (DVB)

DVB Analogue

Note

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To watch pay-TV (p. 18)

Select DVB (Digital Video Broadcasting) or Analogue

select page

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Information banner

Turn power on

ABC

Freeze / unfreeze picture

Hold

Display subtitles

Display / hide subtitles (DVB only)

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To change the language, see "Preferred Language Setting" (p. 18) or "Subtitles" (p. 22).

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Other Useful Functions (Operate after )

On / Off switch on TV should be On.

(for about 1 second)

down

Display information banner

Display programme information

Information of another channel

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DVB

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Analogue Displays channel only, after showing analogue information.

(To go back )

Details

To hide

To set display

timeout (p. 18)

Information on next programme

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Watching TV

Change aspect ratio

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Each press changes the mode.

Change the aspect ratio (p. 33)

While the bar is displayed

red

green

Auto aspect / 16:9 / 14:9 / Just / 4:3 / 4:3 Full (HD signal only) / Zoom1 / Zoom2 / Zoom3

Channel

Programme

Broadcast time

Current time

During scrambled broadcasting

Features available

Displayed if programme type is radio-channel or data-channel

In case of bad signal or non correct programme-number a message will be displayed

Teletext information will be displayed, if programme has teletext

GUIDE

watch

Select from the Programme table (Analogue)

select page

To change the sound track, if programme has multiple audio tracks

To change the category

select programme

(in a short time)

Subtitle information will be displayed, if programme has subtitle

select programme

watch

Analogue

GUIDE

MODE

STTL HOLD

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1 Das Erste

Lotti auf der Flucht

20:55

20:00

Encrypted No Signal

1 Das Erste

Lotti auf der Flucht

20:55

20:00

Multi-Audio TXT

Now

Multi Audio

Now

ger

Multi Audio

yellow

20:30

For info press

All Services

ger

Profile

For info press

All Services

20:30

Subtitle

Profile

blue

HOLD

STTL

1 Das Erste

Lotti auf der Flucht

20:55

20:00

SPECT

14 : 9

EXIT

20:30

For info press

Now

Multi Audio

( )

ger

All Services

Profile

Analogue Programme Guide

Prog. Name Chan.

VCR :

ABC

1 :

ZDF

2 :

RTL

3 : 4 : 5 : 6 : 7 : 8 : 9 :

10 :

11 12 :

CH21 CH44 CH51 CH41 CH47 CH23 CH26 CH58

Prog. Name Chan.

13 : 14 : 15 : 16 : 17 : 18 : 19 : 20 : 21 : 22 : 23 : 24 :

OK OK

CBBC Channel

BBC Radio Wales

BBC Radio Cymru

ZDF

Info/3sat

Doku/KiKa

BBC ONE Wales

All Services

Select Programme

Connect Programme Exit

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