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Operating Instructions
Plasma Television
Model No. TH-37PX80EA
TH-42PX80EA
Contents
Be Sure to Read
Safety Precautions ··································· 2
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(Warning / Caution)
Notes ························································ 3
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Maintenance ············································ 3
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Quick Start Guide
Accessories / Options ·············4
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Identifying Controls ·················· 6
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Basic Connection ·····················8
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Auto Setup ······························· 10
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How to Use Menu Functions
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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.
Please refer to Pan European Guarantee Card if you need to contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance.
For more detailed instructions, refer to the Operating Instructions on the CD-ROM.
To view the Operating Instructions on the CD-ROM, you need a computer equipped with a CD-ROM
drive, and Adobe® Reader® (Version 7.0 or later is recommended) installed on your computer.
Depending on the operating system or settings on your computer, the Operating Instructions may not start
automatically.
In this case, open the PDF fi le under \MANUAL\PDF manually to view the instructions.
English
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Safety Precautions
Warning
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.)
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Ensure that the mains plug is easily accessible.
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Ensure the earth pin on the mains plug is securely connected to prevent electrical shock.
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An apparatus with CLASS I construction shall be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.
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Do not touch the mains plug with a wet hand. (This may cause electrical shock.)
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Do not use any mains lead other than that provided with this TV. (This may cause fi re or electrical shock.)
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Do not damage the mains lead. (A damaged lead may cause fi re or electrical shock.)
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Do not move the TV with the lead plugged in the socket outlet.
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Do not place a heavy object on the lead or place the lead near a high-temperature object.
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Do not twist the lead, bend it excessively, or stretch it.
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Do not pull on the lead. Hold onto the mains plug body when disconnecting lead.
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Do not use a damaged mains plug or socket outlet.
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If you fi nd any
abnormality,
remove the mains plug
immediately!
AC 220-240 V
50 / 60 Hz
Power source
This TV is designed to operate on 220-240 V,
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50 / 60 Hz AC.
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
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local Panasonic dealer.
Keep liquids away from the TV
To prevent damage which may result in fi re or shock hazard,
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do not expose this appliance to dripping or splashing.
Do not place containers with water (fl ower vase, cups,
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cosmetics, etc.) above the TV. (including on shelves
above, etc.)
Do not place foreign objects
inside the TV
Do not allow any objects to drop into the TV through
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the air vents (fi re or electrical shock may result).
Do not place the TV on sloped or
unstable surfaces
The TV may fall off or tip over.
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Use only the dedicated pedestals
/ mounting equipment
Using an unapproved pedestal or other fi xtures may
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make the TV unstable, risking injury. Be sure to ask
your local Panasonic dealer to perform setup.
Use approved pedestals / mounts (p. 4).
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Do not expose to direct sunlight
and other sources of heat
Avoid exposing the TV to direct sunlight and other
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sources of heat. To prevent fi re never place any type of
candle or naked fl ame on top or near the TV.
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Do not allow children to handle
SD Card
As with a small object, SD Card can be swallowed by
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young children. Please remove SD Card immediately
after use.
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Notes
Caution
■ When cleaning the TV, remove the
mains plug
Cleaning an energized TV may cause electrical shock.
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When the TV is not going to be used for a
long period of time, remove the mains plug
This TV will still consume some power even in
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the Off mode, as long as the mains plug is still
connected to a live socket outlet.
■ Transport only in upright position
Transporting the TV with its display panel facing upright
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or downward may cause damage to the internal circuitry.
■ Allow suffi cient space around the
TV for radiated heat
Minimum distance
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10
When using the pedestal, keep the space between
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the bottom of the TV and the fl oor surface.
In case of using Wall-hanging bracket, follow the
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manual of it.
10 7
(cm)
■ Do not block the rear air vents
Blocked ventilation by newspapers, table cloths, curtains,
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etc. may cause overheating, fi re or electrical shock.
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Do not expose your ears to excessive
volume from the headphones
Irreversible damage can be caused.
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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.
Typical still images
Programme number and other logos
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Image displayed in 4:3 mode
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Video game
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Computer image
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To prevent image retention, contrast is lowered
automatically after a few minutes if no signals are
sent or no operations are performed.
■ Auto power standby function
If no signal is received and no operation is
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performed in Analogue TV mode for 30 minutes,
the TV will automatically go to standby mode.
■ Keep the TV away from these types of
equipment
Electronic equipment
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In particular, do not place video equipment near
the TV (electromagnetic interference may distort
images / sound).
Equipment with an infrared sensor
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This TV also emits infrared rays (this may affect
operation of other equipment).
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Notes /
Safety Precautions
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Maintenance
Maintenance
First, remove the mains plug from the socket outlet.
Display panel
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
(1 part detergent to 100 parts water). Then, using a soft dry cloth, evenly wipe the surface clean until it is dry.
Caution
The surface of the display panel has been specially treated and may be easily damaged.
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Do not tap or scratch the surface with your fi ngernail or other hard object.
Take care not to subject the surface to insect repellent, solvent, thinner, or other volatile substances
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(this may degrade surface quality).
Cabinet, Pedestal
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.
Caution
Take care not to subject the TV's surfaces to detergent.
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(A liquid inside the TV could lead to product failure.)
Take care not to subject surfaces to insect repellent, solvent, thinner, or other volatile substances
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(this may deteriorate the surface by peeling the paint).
Do not allow the cabinet and pedestal to make contact with a rubber or PVC substance for a long time.
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Mains plug
Wipe the mains plug with a dry cloth at regular intervals. (Moisture and dust may lead to fi re or electrical shock.)
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Accessories / Options
Standard accessories
Remote Control
N2QAYB000239
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TV
Operating Instructions
Pan European
Guarantee Card
This product contains possibly dangerous parts (such as plastic bags), that can be breathed in or swallowed by
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young children accidentally. Keep these parts out of reach of young children.
Optional accessories
Wall-hanging bracket
(vertical)
TY-WK42PV3W
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TY-WK42PV4W
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Caution
In order to maintain the unit’s performance and safety, be absolutely sure to ask your dealer or a licenced
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contractor to secure the wall-hanging brackets.
Carefully read the instructions accompanying the pedestal, and be absolutely sure to take steps to prevent
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the TV from tipping over.
Handle the TV carefully during installation since subjecting it to impact or other forces may cause product
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damage.
Check that you have the accessories and items shown
Batteries for the
Remote Control (2)
R6 (UM3)
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Cleaning cloth
(angle)
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Clamper
p. 6
Pedestal
p. 5
TY-WK42PR3W
TY-WK42PR4W
Mains Lead
p. 9
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Installing / removing remote’s batteries
1
Hook
Caution
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.
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Batteries must not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fi re or the like.
Pull open
2
Note the correct
polarity (+ or -)
Close
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Attaching the pedestal
Warning
Do not disassemble or modify the pedestal.
Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result.
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Caution
Do not use any other TV and displays.
Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result.
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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
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Panasonic dealer immediately.
During set-up, make sure that all screws are securely tightened.
If insuffi cient care is taken to ensure screws are properly tightened during assembly, the pedestal will not be
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strong enough to support the TV, and it might fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result.
Ensure that the TV does not fall over.
If the TV is knocked or children climb onto the pedestal with the TV installed, the TV may fall over and personal
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injury may result.
Two or more people are required to install and remove the TV.
If two or more people are not present, the TV may be dropped, and personal injury may result.
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Assembly screw (4)
(silver)
XYN5+F18FN
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M5 × 18 M5 × 25
Assembly screw (4)
(black)
THEL062N
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■ Assembling the pedestal
Use the four assembly screws to fasten the left and
right poles to the base securely.
Make sure that the screws are securely tightened.
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Forcing the assembly screws the wrong way will
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strip the threads.
“L” or “R” mark is stamped on the bottom of the pole.
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■ Securing the TV
Use the assembly screws to fasten securely.
Make sure that the screws are securely tightened.
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Carry out the work on a horizontal and level surface.
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Pole (2)
R : TBLA3632
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L : TBLA3633
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L
R
D
B
Base
TBLX0053
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R
A
L
Front
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Accessories / Options
View from the bottom
Hole for pedestal installation
Arrow mark
D
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P
U
LL
Accessories / Options
Using the clamper
Rear of the TV
Do not bundle the RF cable and mains
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lead together (could cause distorted
image).
Fix cables with clampers as necessary.
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When using the optional accessory,
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follow the option’s assembly manual to
fi x cables.
■ Attach the clamper ■ Bundle the cables
hole
Insert the clamper
in a hole
To remove
from the TV:
Keep
snaps
pushing both
side snaps
Set the
tip in the
hooks
To loosen:
knobhooks
Identifying Controls
TV
Function select
Volume / Contrast / Brightness / Colour /
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Sharpness / Tint (NTSC mode) / Bass /
Treble / Balance / Auto Setup
Lift door to open
AV3
Keep
pushing
the knob
6
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.
Mains power
On / Off switch
Switch On to turn on the TV
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or turn the TV to standby
mode by the remote control
Changes the
input mode
Recording LED
Standby for Direct TV Recording :orange
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C.A.T.S. (Contrast Automatic Tracking System) sensor
Senses brightness to adjust picture quality in “Eco” mode in Picture Menu (p. 14)
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Remote control signal receiver
Power LED
Standby: red
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On: green
When using the remote control, indicates the TV has received a command.
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Headphones jack AV3 terminals SD Card slot
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Identifying Controls
Remote Control
Standby On / Off switch
Switches TV On or Off standby
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Aspect
Changes aspect ratio from
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Aspect Selection list
Also possible by pressing this button
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repeatedly until you reach the desired aspect
VIERA Link Menu
Press to access VIERA Link Menu directly
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Guide
Displays Programme Guide or
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Programme List
OK
Confi rms selections and choices
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Press after selecting programme positions to
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quickly change programme
Main Menu
Press to access VIERA Link, Picture,
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Sound and Setup Menus
Teletext
Switches to teletext mode
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Subtitles
Displays subtitles
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Numeric buttons
Changes programme and teletext pages
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When in Standby mode, switches TV On
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Programme Information
Displays programme information
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Programme Up / Down
Selects programme in sequence
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INPUT
OPTION
SD CARD
EXIT
RETURN
Input mode selection
TV - switches DVB / Analogue mode
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AV - switches to AV input mode from Input
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Selection list
SD Card
Switches to SD Card viewing mode
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Option Menu
Easy setting for viewing and sound
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options
Exit
Returns to the normal viewing screen
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Cursor buttons
Makes selections and adjustments
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Return
Returns to the previous menu
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Coloured buttons
Used for the selection, navigation and
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operation of various functions
Hold
Freeze / unfreeze picture
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Holds the current teletext page (teletext
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mode)
Index
Returns to the teletext index page
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(teletext mode)
Sound Mute
Switches sound mute On or Off
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Volume Up / Down
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Identifying Controls
Accessories / Options
VCR / DVD Panasonic equipment
operations
Normalize
Resets picture and sound settings to their
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default levels
MULTI WINDOW
Direct TV Recording
Records programme immediately in
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DVD Recorder / VCR with Q-Link or
VIERA Link connection
DIRECT TV REC
N
Surround
Switches Surround On or Off
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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
Aerial AerialRear of the TV Rear of the TV
AC 220-240 V
50 / 60 Hz
Mains lead (supplied)
RF cable
Mains lead (supplied)
AC 220-240 V
50 / 60 Hz
HDMI 1
HDMI 3
HDMI 2
AUDIO
OUT
COMPONENT
AUDIO
IN
LRL
R
AV2 PCAV1
RGB
RGB
VIDEO
VIDEO
S VIDEO
Y
PB
P
R
HDMI 1
HDMI 3
HDMI 2
AUDIO
OUT
COMPONENT
AUDIO
IN
LRL
R
AV2 PCAV 1
RGB
RGB
VIDEO
VIDEO
S VIDEO
Y
PB
P
R
RF cable
SCART cable
(fully wired)
RF OUT
DVD Recorder or VCR
RF IN
RF cable
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Note
Connect to AV1 / AV2 for a DVD Recorder / VCR supporting Q-Link.
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For HDMI-compatible equipment, possible to connect to HDMI terminals (HDMI1 / HDMI2 / HDMI3) by using
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HDMI cable.
Read the manual of the equipment too.
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Example 3
Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR and Set top box
TV, DVD Recorder / VCR and Set top box
Rear of the TV
Aerial
HDMI 1
HDMI 3
HDMI 2
AUDIO
OUT
COMPONENT
AUDIO
IN
LRL
R
Push until both
side tabs click
Make sure that
the mains lead is
securely fi xed.
To remove from the TV:
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tabs
Press both tabs
and pull on
mains connector
to release
AC 220-240 V
50 / 60 Hz
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Mains lead (supplied)
RF cable
AV2 PCAV 1
RGB
RGB
VIDEO
VIDEO
S VIDEO
Y
PB
P
R
Basic Connection
Fully wired HDMI
compliant cable
SCART cable
(fully wired)
DVD Recorder
or VCR
SCART cable
(fully wired)
Set top box
RF OUT
RF IN
RF OUT
RF IN
RF IN
RF cable
RF cable
RF cable
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Auto Setup
Search and store TV programmes automatically.
These steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed by your local dealer.
Plug the TV into mains socket and switch On
(Takes a few seconds to be displayed)
1
You can now use the remote
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control to turn On the TV or turn
the TV to standby mode.
(Power LED: On)
Select the language
INPUT
OPTION
SD CARD
EXIT
RETURN
2
3
Menüsprache
Deutsch
English
Français
Italiano
Español
Português
Nederlands
Dansk
Svenska
Norsk
Suomi
Türkçe
Еλληνικά
Polski
čeština
Magyar
Slovenčina
Български
Românǎ
Select your country
Country
Germany
Austria
France
Italy
Spain
Portugal
Switzerland
Malta
Andorra Greece
Denmark
Sweden
Norway
Finland
Luxembourg
Belgium
Netherlands
Turkey
Hungary
Slovakia
Srpski
Hrvatski
Slovenščina
Latviešu
eesti keel
Lietuvių
Poland
Czech
E.Eu
Depending on the selected
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countries, you may also be
required to select the region.
select
store
select
Start Auto Setup
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Auto Setup - Digital and Analogue
Digital Scan 5 69
Analogue Scan 2 78 141
This will take about 6 minutes.
Channel Service Name Type Quality
62
CBBC Channel Free TV 10
62 BBC Radio Wales Free TV 10
62 E4 Free TV 10
62 Cartoon Nwk Free TV 10
29 Analogue
33
BBC1 Analogue
Free TV: 4 Pay TV: 0 Radio: 0 Data: 0 Analogue: 2
EXIT
RETURN
Sending Preset Data
Please wait!
0% 100%
Remote control unavailable
Searching
-
-
Select the picture setting
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TV
Please select your viewing environment.
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Home Shop
“Shop” and “Home” are equal
to “Dynamic” and “Normal”
respectively - “Viewing Mode” in
“Picture Menu” (p. 14)
Auto Setup will start to search for
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TV programmes and store them.
The sorted programme order
depends upon the TV signal,
the broadcasting system and
reception conditions.
If Q-Link, VIERA Link or similar
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technology, compatible recorder is
connected, programme, language,
country / region settings are
automatically downloaded to the
recorder.
select
set
10
Auto Setup is now complete and your TV is ready for viewing.
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Many features available on this TV can be accessed via the On Screen Display
menu.
■ How to use remote control
Using the
On Screen
Displays
MENU
RETURN
EXIT
Open the main menu
Move the cursor / select the menu
Move the cursor / adjust levels / select from a range of options
Access the menu / store settings after adjustments have been made or options
have been set
Return to the previous menu
Exit the menu system and return to the normal viewing screen
■ ON SCREEN HELP Instructions box
(example: Sound Menu)
Sound Menu 1/2
Mode Music
Bass
Treble
Balance
Headphone Volume
Surround Off
Volume Correction
Speaker Distance to Wall
MPX Stereo
Select
EXIT
Change
RETURN
Over 30cm
Stereo
Page up
Page down
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Auto Setup
On-screen operation guide
will help you.
Note
If tuning has failed “Auto Setup” (p. 15)
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If downloading has failed “Download” (p. 15)
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To initialize all settings “Shipping Condition” (p. 15)
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If you turned the TV Off during Standby mode last time, the TV will be in Standby mode when you turn the TV On
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with Mains power On / Off switch.
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INPUT
OPTION
SD CARD
MULTI WINDOW DIRECT TV REC
EXIT
RETURN
N
How to Use Menu Functions
Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions.
Display the menu
1
2
3
4
MENU
Select the menu
VIERA Link
Picture
Sound
Setup
(example: Picture Menu)
Select the item
Picture Menu 1/2
Viewing Mode Dynamic
Contrast
Brightness
Colour
Sharpness
Tint
Colour Balance Warm
Colour Management Off
P-NR Off
Adjust or select
Picture Menu
Viewing Mode Dynamic
Contrast
Brightness
Colour
Sharpness
Tint
Colour Balance Warm
Colour Management Off
P-NR Off
Displays the functions that can be set
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(varies according to the input signal)
Main Menu
(example: Picture Menu)
1/2
(example: Picture Menu)
access
select
select
change
store or access
( Required by
some functions)
■ To return to TV
at any time
EXIT
■ To return to the
previous screen
RETURN
■ To change menu
pages
12
up
down
■ Choose from among
alternatives
Number and positions of alternatives
Colour Balance Normal
Changed
■ To reset the settings
To reset the picture settings only
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To reset the sound settings only
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■ Adjust using the slide bar
To reset the picture and sound
Sharpness
Moved
■ Go to the next screen
Tuning Menu Access
Displays the next screen
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settings together
N
To initialize all settings
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■ Enter characters by free input menu
You can enter names or numbers freely for some items.
User input
Name
ABCDEFGH IJKLMN
UVWXYZ 0123456
abcdefghijklmn
uvwxyz () +- .*_
OPQRST
789! : #
opqr st
Set characters
select
set
“Reset to Default”
in Picture Menu (p. 14)
“Reset to Default”
in Sound Menu (p. 14)
Also volume level and
(
aspect mode are reset
“Shipping Condition”
in Setup Menu (p. 15)
Store
RETURN
)
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■ Overview
Main Menu
VIERA Link
Picture
Sound
Setup
VIERA Link Menu
Pause Live TV
Direct TV Rec
VIERA Link Control
Speaker Selection
Picture Menu
Viewing Mode Dynamic
Contrast
Brightness
Colour
Sharpness
Tint
Colour Balance Warm
Colour Management Off
P-NR Off
Picture Menu
3D-COMB Off
Reset to Default Set
Sound Menu
Mode Music
Bass
Treble
Balance
Headphone Volume
Surround Off
Volume Correction
Speaker Distance to Wall
MPX Stereo
Sound Menu
HDMI1 Input Auto
Reset to Default Set
Access
Start
Recorder
Home Cinema
Over 30cm
The menu of the accessed
equipment
(p. 14)
1/2
2/2
(p. 14)
1/2
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How to Use Menu Functions
2/2
(p. 14)
Only available items can be selected.
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Setup Menu
AV Colour System
DVB Profile Edit Access
DVB Service List
Analogue Service List Access
Link Settings Access
Child Lock Access
Tuning Menu
GUIDE Plus+ Settings Access
Off Timer Off
Language
Teletext TOP
Setup Menu
Teletext Character Set West
Shipping Condition Access
Common Interface Access
System Update Access
Power Save Off
Side Panel Off
Picture Overscan On
Input Labels
Banner Display Timeout
Setup Menu
Time Zone
Refresh Rate Access
Software License Access
System Information Access
Auto
Access
Access
Access
Access
3 seconds
Auto
100Hz
1/3
2/3
3/3
(p. 15)
Link Settings
VIERA Link
Q-Link AV2
AV2 out TV
Power off Link Set
Power on Link Set
Download Access
Tuning Menu
Auto Setup Access
DVB Manual Tuning
Analogue Manual Tuning
Add New DVB Services Access
New Service Message
DVB Signal Condition Access
Language
OSD Language Access
Preferred Audio 1
Preferred Audio 2 English
Preferred Subtitles 1 English
Preferred Subtitles 2
Preferred Teletext English
On
Access
Access
On
English
English
(p. 15)
(p. 15)
(p. 15)
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How to Use Menu Functions
■ Menu list
Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives)
VIERA Link
Pause Live TV
Direct TV Rec
VIERA Link Control
Speaker Selection
Viewing Mode
Contrast, Brightness,
Colour, Sharpness
Tint
Picture
Colour Balance
Controls the connected equipment with VIERA Link function, and enables various
convenient recording, playback, etc.
You can also access VIERA Link Menu directly using the VIERA Link button on the
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remote control.
Basic picture mode (Dynamic / Normal / Cinema / Eco)
Dynamic :
Normal : Recommended for viewing under normal ambient room lighting conditions
Cinema : For watching movies in a darkened room producing a cinema-like picture
Eco :
Set for each input signal
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Increases or decreases the levels of these options according to your personal preference
With an NTSC signal source connected to the TV, the picture hue can be adjusted to
suit your taste
For NTSC signal reception only
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Allows you to set the overall colour tone of the picture (Cool / Normal / Warm)
Provides enhanced picture contrast and sharpness when viewing in a bright room
Adjusts picture settings automatically dependent on ambient lighting conditions
Colour Management
P-NR
3D-COMB
Reset to Default
Mode
Bass
Treble
Balance
Headphone Volume
Surround
Sound
Volume Correction
Speaker Distance to
Wall
MPX
HDMI1 Input
Reset to Default
Automatically adjusts colours to vivid ones (Off / On)
Not valid on PC signal
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Picture Noise Reduction
Automatically reduces unwanted picture noise and fl icker noise in the contoured parts of
a picture (Off / Min / Mid / Max)
Not valid on PC signal
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Occasionally, whilst viewing still or slow moving pictures, colour patterning may be seen
Set to “On” to display sharper and more accurate colours (Off / On)
For PAL or NTSC signal reception only
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Not valid on RGB, S-Video, Component, PC, HDMI and SD Card
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Press the OK button to reset the present Picture Mode to the default settings
Basic sound mode (Music / Speech)
Increases or decreases level to enhance or minimise lower, deeper sound output
Increases or decreases level to enhance or minimise sharper, higher sound output
Adjusts volume level of right and left speakers
Adjusts the volume of the headphones
Surround sound settings (Off / On)
Provides a dynamic enhancer to simulate improved spatial effects
Switching is also possible by the Surround button on the remote control.
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Adjusts volume of individual programme or input mode
Adjusts the low frequency sound (Over 30cm / Up to 30cm)
If the back space between the TV and wall is over 30 cm, “Over 30cm” is recommended.
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If the back space between the TV and wall is within 30 cm, “Up to 30cm” is recommended.
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Select stereo / monaural (Mono / Stereo)
Normally: Stereo
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Stereo signal cannot be received: Mono
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M1 / M2: Available while mono signal is transmitted
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Analogue mode only
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Select to fi t the input signal (Auto / Digital / Analogue)
Auto : Automatic detection of digital or analogue sound source
Digital : HDMI cable connection
Analogue : HDMI-DVI adapter cable connection
HDMI input mode only
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HDMI2 / 3 terminals are for digital signal only
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No setting for HDMI2 / 3 available
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Press the OK button to reset the present Sound Mode to the default settings
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■ Menu list
Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives)
AV Colour System
DVB Profi le Edit
DVB Service List
Analogue Service List
VIERA Link
Link Settings
Q-Link
AV1 / AV2 out
Power off Link
Power on Link
Download
Child Lock
Auto Setup
Tuning Menu
DVB Manual Tuning
Analogue
Manual Tuning
Add New DVB
Services
New Service Message
DVB Signal Condition
GUIDE Plus+
Settings
Setup
Off Timer
Language
Teletext
Teletext Character Set
Shipping Condition
Common Interface
System Update
Power Save
Side Panel
Picture Overscan
Input Labels
Banner Display Timeout
Time Zone
Refresh Rate
Software License
System Information
A different menu will be displayed while PC or SD Card is used.
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Only available items can be selected.
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Update
Postcode
System
Information
OSD Language
Preferred Audio 1 / 2
Preferred Subtitles
1 / 2
Preferred Teletext
Selects optional colour system based on video signals in AV mode
(Auto / PAL / SECAM / M.NTSC / NTSC)
Creates list of favourite programmes
Skips the unwanted DVB programmes
Skips the unwanted Analogue programmes or edits Analogue programmes
Sets to use VIERA Link functions (Off / On)
Selects which AV terminal is to be used for data communication between this TV and a
compatible recorder (AV1 / AV2)
Select the connected terminal to the recorder even it is not compatible with Q-Link.
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Chooses the signal to be transmitted from the TV to Q-Link
(TV / AV1 / AV2 / AV3 / Monitor)
Monitor: Image displayed on screen
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Component, PC and HDMI signals cannot be outputted.
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Sets to use Power off Link function (No / Set)
Sets to use Power on Link function (No / Set)
Downloads programme, language, country / region settings to a Q-Link or VIERA Link
compatible equipment connected to the TV
Locks a programme / AV input to prevent access to it
Automatically sets the programmes received in the area
Sets the DVB programmes manually
Sets the Analogue programmes manually
Adds new DVB services
Selects whether to give a notifi cation message when a new DVB service is found
Checks the DVB signal condition
Performs the update of the GUIDE Plus+ schedule and advertising informations for the
GUIDE Plus+ system
Sets your postcode for using the GUIDE Plus+ system
Displays the system information of the GUIDE Plus+ system
Sets the time the TV automatically turns Off (Off / 15 / 30 / 45 / 60 / 75 / 90 minutes)
Changes language for on-screen displays
Selects the preferred language for DVB multi audio (depending on the broadcaster)
Selects the preferred language for DVB subtitles (depending on the broadcaster)
Selects the preferred language for DVB teletext service (depending on the broadcaster)
Teletext display mode (TOP (FLOF) / List)
Selects teletext language (West / East1 / East2)
West: English, French, German, Greek, Italian, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish, etc.
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East1: Czech, English, Estonian, Lettish, Rumanian, Russian, Ukrainian, etc.
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East2: Czech, Hungarian, Lettish, Polish, Rumanian, etc.
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Resets all settings, for example, when moving house
Uses include to watch pay-TV
Downloads new software to TV
Reduces brightness of picture to economise on power consumption (Off / On)
Increases the brightness of the side panel (Off / Low / Mid / High)
The recommended setting is “High” to prevent panel “image retention”.
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Selects the screen area displaying the image (Off / On)
On : Enlarged the image to hide the edge of the image.
Off : Displayed the image in the original size.
Set to “On” if noise is generated on the edge of the screen.
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This function is available when aspect is set to Auto (16:9 signal only) or 16:9.
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This function can be memorized separately for SD (Standard defi nition) and HD (High
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defi nition) signals.
Labels or skips each input terminal
Sets how long the information banner stays on screen
0 (No display) to 10 sec. in 1-sec. increments
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Adjusts the time data
Changes the image processing of the panel (depending on the input signal)
(50Hz / 100Hz)
Set to “100Hz” normally
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Displays the software licence information
Displays the system information of this TV
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How to Use Menu Functions
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Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used Batteries
These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used
electrical and electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste.
For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and used batteries, please take them to
applicable collection points, in accordance with your national legislation and the Directives
2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC.
By disposing of these products and batteries correctly, you will help to save valuable resources and
prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise
arise from inappropriate waste handling.
For more information about collection and recycling of old products and batteries, please contact your
local municipality, your waste disposal service or the point of sale where you purchased the items.
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]
These symbols are only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard these items, please
contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.
Note for the battery symbol (bottom two symbol examples):
This symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol. In this case it complies with the
requirement set by the Directive for the chemical involved.
TH-37PX80EA TH-42PX80EA
Power Source AC 220-240 V, 50 / 60 Hz
Power
Consumption
Average use 235 W 255 W
Standby condition
This equipment complies with the EMC standards listed below.
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EN55013, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3, EN55020, EN55022, EN55024.
0.7 W (Without monitor out recording)
20 W (With monitor out recording)
Notice for DVB functions
Any functions related to DVB (Digital Video Broadcasting) will work in areas where
•
DVB-T (MPEG2) digital terrestrial broadcasting are received. Consult your local
Panasonic dealer with coverage areas.
DVB functions may not be available in some countries.
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Some functions may not be available in some countries.
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This TV has the capability for DVB specifi cations. But future DVB services cannot be
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guaranteed.
Up to 100,000 hours Plasma Panel Lifetime
The Plasma display panel used in the 2008 VIERA TV range is rated for up to 100,000 hours.
∗
This measurement is based on the time taken for the brightness of the panel to reduce to half of it’s maximum level.
The time taken to reach this level may vary depending on the image content and the environment where the TV is used.
Image retention and malfunctions are not taken into account.
∗
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
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
Web Site : http://www.panasonic-europe.com
© 2008 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved.
Printed in Czech Republic
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