Panasonic TH-42PY800AZ, TH-50PY800AZ User Manual

Operating Instructions

Plasma Television

Model No. TH-42PY800AZ

TH-50PY800AZ

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.

English

TQBC2294-1

Turn your own living room into a movie theatre!

Experience an amazing level of multi-

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media excitement

Enjoy rich multi-media

						SD memory Card
						Camcorder
							Personal
						computer
Amplifier with				DVD Recorder		Set top box
Speaker system
						DVD player
VCR

Contents

Be Sure to Read

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

•(Warning / Caution)

•Notes··························································· 5 Maintenance ··············································· 5

	Quick Start Guide		Quick
	Accessories / Options········· 6		GuideStart
	•Auto Tuning
	•Identifying Controls ·············· 9
	•Basic Connection················ 10
	•	··························· 12
	Enjoy your TV!
			Viewing
	Basic Features
	Watching TV·············································· 14
	•Viewing Teletext ········································ 16
	••Watching Videos and DVDs······················ 18
	Advanced Features
	How to Use Menu Functions····················· 20
	•(picture, sound quality, etc.)
	Editing Programmes ································· 24
	•Tuning Programmes·································· 26
	•Control Programme Audience··················· 28		Advanced
	•Restore Settings ······································· 29
	•Input Labels ·············································· 30
	•Displaying PC Screen on TV····················· 31
	•Viewing from SD Card (Photos) ················ 32
	•VIERA Link “HDAVI ControlTM”··················· 34
	••External Equipment··································· 38
	FAQs, etc.		.etc FAQs,
	Technical Information ································ 40
	•FAQs ························································· 43
	•Licence······················································ 45
	••Specifications············································ 46

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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 fire.)

•Ensure that the mains plug is easily accessible.

•Ensure the earth pin on the mains plug is securely connected to prevent electrical shock.

•Do not touch the mains plug with a wet hand. (This may cause electrical shock.)

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

•Do not damage the mains lead. (A damaged lead may cause fire 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.

If you find 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, 50 / 60 Hz AC.

Do not place foreign objects inside the TV

•Do not allow any objects to drop into the TV through the air vents (fire or electrical shock may result).

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.

Keep liquids away from the TV

•To prevent damage which may result in fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to dripping or splashing.

•Do not place containers with water (flower vase, cups, cosmetics, etc.) above the TV. (including on shelves above, etc.)

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.

Do not place the TV on sloped or unstable surfaces

•The TV may fall off or tip over.

Use only the dedicated pedestals / mounting equipment

•Using an unapproved pedestal or other fixtures may make the TV unstable, risking injury. Be sure to ask your local Panasonic dealer to perform setup.

•Use approved pedestals / mounts (p. 6).

Do not allow children to handle SD Card

•As with a small object, SD Card can be swallowed by young children. Please remove SD Card immediately after use.

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Caution

■When cleaning the TV, remove the mains plug

•Cleaning an energized TV may cause electrical shock.

■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 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 or downward may cause damage to the internal circuitry.

■Allow sufficient space around the TV for radiated heat

Minimum distance

	10
10	10	7

(cm)

•When using the pedestal, keep the space between the bottom of the TV and the floor surface.

•In case of using Wall-hanging bracket, follow the manual of it.

■Do not block the rear air vents

•Blocked ventilation by newspapers, table cloths, curtains, etc. may cause overheating, fire or electrical shock.

■Do not expose your ears to excessive volume from the headphones

•Irreversible damage can be caused.

Notes

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

•Programmeother logos number and

•Image displayed in 4:3 mode

•Video game

•Computer image

To prevent image retention, contrast is lowered automatically after a few minutes if no signals are sent or no operations are performed. (p. 43)

■Auto power standby function

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

■Keep the TV away from these types of equipment

•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).

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. Do not tap or scratch the surface with your fingernail or other hard object.

•Take care not to subject the surface to insect repellent, solvent, thinner, or other volatile substances (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. (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 (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.

Mains plug

Wipe the mains plug with a dry cloth at regular intervals. (Moisture and dust may lead to fire or electrical shock.)	5

Accessories / Options

Standard accessories Check that you have the accessories and items shown

Remote Control

•N2QAYB000226

OK

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 8 9

0

Batteries for the	Clamper (2)	Cleaning cloth
Remote Control (2)	p. 8
•R6 (AA)

	VOL
	TV
Mains Lead	Pedestal
p. 11	p. 7

Operating Instructions

•This product contains possibly dangerous parts (such as plastic bags), that can be breathed in or swallowed by young children accidentally. Keep these parts out of reach of young children.

Optional accessories

Wall-hanging bracket	(angle)
(vertical)	•TY-WK42PR4W
•TY-WK42PV4W

Caution

•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.

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

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

Installing remote’s batteries

1	2	Close
Pull open		+

	-
	+
	-
	Note the correct
Hook	polarity (+ or -)

Caution

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

•Do not mix old and new batteries.

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

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

•Do not burn or breakup batteries.

Batteries must not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.

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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.

Caution

Do• not use any other TV and displays.

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

•If you use the pedestal while it is physically damaged, personal injury may result. Contact your nearest Panasonic dealer immediately.Do not use the pedestal if it becomes warped or physically damaged.

•If insufficient care is 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.During set-up, make sure that all screws are securely tightened.

•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.Ensure that the TV does not fall over.

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.

Assembly screw (4)	Assembly screw (4)	Pole (2)		Base
(silver)	(black)		L:TBLA3615		TBLX0047 (TH-42PY800AZ)
•XYN5+F18FN	•THEL060N	•R:TBLA3614		•TBLX0048 (TH-50PY800AZ)
		L	R	•
M5 × 18	M5 × 25

■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.

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

•“L” or “R” mark is stamped on the bottom of the pole.

R

D

A

L

Front

Options / Accessories• Guide Start Quick

■Securing the TV

Use the assembly screws to fasten securely.

•Make sure that the screws are securely tightened. B

•Carry out the work on a horizontal and level surface.

View from the bottom

Arrow mark

Hole for pedestal installation

D

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Accessories / Options

Using the clamper

Rear of the TV

•Do not bundle the RF cable and mains lead 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.

	■Attach the clamper	To remove	■Bundle the cables		To loosen:
	hole	from the TV:
		snaps
	Insert the clamper	Keep	hooks	Set the	knob	Keep
	in a hole
		pushing both		tip in the		pushing
		side snaps		hooks		the knob

Adjust the panel to your desired angle

•Ensurerange. that the pedestal does not hang over the edge of the base even if the TV swivels to the full rotation

•Do not place any objects or hands within the full rotation range.

Set the mark at the centre as illustrated, to have the swivel positioned at the centre of the rotation angle.

TH-42PY800AZ
•a: 521 mm / b: 425 mm / c: 15°	b
TH-50PY800AZ
•a: 513 mm / b: 453 mm / c: 10°	c	c

a

(View from the top)

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Identifying Controls

TV

Function select
Volume / Contrast / Brightness / Colour /
•Sharpness / Tint (NTSC mode) / Bass /					Lift door to open
Treble / Balance / Auto Tuning (p. 27)
				AUDIO	3
			AV4 IN		AV IN
				L R
			S VIDEO VIDEO
Increases or decreases the		Changes	Headphones	AV4	HDMI3	SD Card
programme position by one.		the input	jack	terminals	terminal	slot
When a function is already		mode	(p. 38)	(p. 38)	(p. 38)	(p. 33)
displayed, press to increase or
decrease the selected function.
When in Standby mode,
switches TV On.
	C.A.T.S. (Contrast Automatic Tracking System) sensor
	•Senses brightness to adjust picture quality in “Eco” mode in Picture Menu (p. 22)
Power LED	Remote control signal receiver
	Mains power
Standby: red
•On: green	On / Off switch
When using the remote control, indicates	•	Switch On to turn on the TV or turn the TV to standby mode by the remote control
•the TV has received a command.

Remote Control

Standby On / Off switch

		Switches TV On or Off standby		POWER
	Aspect•		(p. 15)				INPUT
		Changes aspect ratio from Aspect Selection list
	•Also possible by pressing this button			ASPECT			EXIT
	•repeatedly until you reach the desired aspect
	OK
		Confirms selections and choices
	•Press after selecting programme positions to					OK
	•quickly change programme			MENU			RETURN
	Main Menu (p. 20)			R	G	Y	B
		Press to access VIERA Link, Picture,
	•Sound and Setup Menus			SD CARD		OPTION
	SD Card (p. 32)
	•Switches to SD Card viewing mode			1		2	3
	VIERA Link Menu (p. 35)			4		5	6
	•Press to access VIERA Link Menu directly			7		8	9
	Numeric buttons
		Changes programme and teletext pages				0
	•When in Standby mode, switches TV On
	•			RECALL			MUTE
	Programme Information (p. 15)
	•Displays programme information				CH	VOL
	Programme Up / Down
		Selects programme in sequence		TEXT	F.P.	INDEX HOLD
	••When in Standby mode, switches TV On

Teletext (p. 16)

•Switches to teletext mode

Favourite Page (p. 17)

•Calls up the teletext page stored in blue button

VCR / DVD Panasonic equipment operations (p. 19)

POWER REC

VCR DVD

PROGRAMME

TV

Input mode selection

•TV - switches to TV mode (p. 18)

•AV - switches to AV input mode from Input Selection list (p. 18)

Exit

•Returns to the normal viewing screen

Cursor buttons

•Makes selections and adjustments

Return

•Returns to the previous menu

Coloured buttons

•Used for the selection, navigation and operation of various functions

Stereo / Bilingual Sound Selection (p. 41)

Option Menu (p. 14)

•Easyoptionssetting for viewing and sound

Sound Mute

•Switches sound mute On or Off

Volume Up / Down

Hold

•Freeze / unfreeze picture (p. 14)

•Holds the current teletext page (teletext mode) (p. 17)

Index (p. 17)

•Returns to the teletext index page (teletext mode)

Controls Identifying• Guide Start Quick

Options / Accessories

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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 first.

Example 1		Example 2
Connecting aerial		Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR
TV only		TV, DVD Recorder or VCR
Rear of the TV	Aerial	Rear of the TV	Aerial
	AC 220-240 V,		AC 220-240 V,
	50 / 60 Hz		50 / 60 Hz

Mains lead (supplied)

Mains lead (supplied)

RF cable

RCA cable	RF cable

AUDIO	VIDEO	RF OUT
OUT	OUT

RF IN RF cable

DVD Recorder or VCR

Note

•Do not put the RF cable close to the mains lead to avoid noise.

•Do not place the RF cable under the TV.

•To obtain optimum quality picture and sound, an Aerial, the correct cable (75 Ω coaxial) and the correct terminating plug are required.

•If a communal Aerial system is used, you may require the correct connection cable and plug between the wall Aerial socket and the TV.

•Your local Television Service Centre or dealer may be able to assist you in obtaining the correct Aerial system for your particular area and the accessories required.

•Any matters regarding Aerial installation, upgrading of existing systems or accessories required, and the costs incurred, are the responsibility of you, the Customer.

•VIERA Link connection p. 34

10 •Read the manual of the equipment too.

Example 3

Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR and Set top box

TV, DVD Recorder / VCR and Set top box

Rear of the TV

Push until both	Make sure that
side tabs click	the mains lead is
	securely fixed.

•To remove from the TV:

Press both tabs and pull on mains connector

to release

tabs

Aerial

AC 220-240 V, 50 / 60 Hz

Mains lead (supplied)

RF cable

Set top box

HDMI AUDIO VIDEO

OUT OUT OUT

Fully wired HDMI compliant cable

RCA cable

RCA cable

VIDEO AUDIO		AUDIO	VIDEO
OUT	OUT	IN	IN

DVD Recorder

or VCR

RF cable

RF IN

RF OUT

RF cable

RF IN

Connection Basic• Guide Start Quick

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Auto Tuning

Search and store TV programmes automatically.

These steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed by your local dealer.

POWER

	INPUT
ASPECT	EXIT

	OK
MENU	RETURN
	OPTION DIRECT TV REC

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 8 9

0

VCR

TEXT F.P. INDEX HOLD

REC VCR DVD

PROGRAMME

TV

1

2

3

4

5

Plug the TV into mains socket and switch On

(Takes a few seconds to be displayed)

You can now use the remote

•control to turn On the TV or turn

the TV to standby mode.

(Power LED: On)

Select your language

OSD Language

English

Français

select

store

Select your area

Channel Plan

China

Hong Kong

Asia/M.East

select

NZ/Indonesia

CATV/Other

(

•

CATV/Other :

)

Channel Plan - CATV/Other -

Indian CATV

American System

Press OK

displayed

CIS/E.Europe

American CATV

South Africa

Japan

sub menu

Start Auto Tuning

Auto Tuning				Auto Tuning will start to
2				•search for TV programmes
		CH4
Scan	1	120		and store them.
EXIT				The sorted programme order
RETURN				depends upon the TV signal,
				the broadcasting system and
				reception conditions.
Select the picture setting
Please select your viewing environment.
Home	Shop
“Home” is the recommended				select
•mode for viewing at home. Select
“Home” for optimal picture / power				set

consumption. “Shop” is for in-store display.

Home: “Viewing Mode” is set as “Standard”. (p. 22)

Shop: “Viewing Mode” is set as “Dynamic”. (p. 22)

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

•To edit programmes

“Editing Programmes” (p. 24)

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Using the

On Screen

Displays

Many features available on this TV can be accessed via the On Screen Display menu.

■How to use remote control

MENU

Open the main menu

Move the cursor / select the menu

	Move the cursor / adjust levels / select from a range of options
OK	Access the menu / store settings after adjustments have been made or options
	have been set

RETURN

Return to the previous menu

EXIT

Exit the menu system and return to the normal viewing screen

■ON SCREEN HELP Instructions box

(example: Sound Menu)

Sound Menu
Menu	Music
Bass	16
Treble	16
Balance
Headphone Volume	12
Surround	Off
Volume Correction
Speaker Distance to Wall	Over 30cm
Reset to Default	Set
Select
EXIT
Change
RETURN

On-screen operation guide will help you.

Note

•If tuning has failed “Auto Tuning” (p. 27)

•To initialize all settings “Shipping Condition” (p. 29)

•If you turned the TV Off during Standby mode last time, the TV will be in Standby mode when you turn the TV On with Mains power On / Off switch.

Tuning Auto• Guide Start Quick

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Watching TV

POWER	INPUT		1
ASPECT		EXIT
	OK
MENU
R G	Y	B
ASPECT	OPTION DIRECT
1	2	3	2
4	5	6
7	8	9
RECALL	0
CH	VOL		Volume

TEXT STTL INDEX HOLD

REC VCR DVD

PROGRAMME

Turn power on

POWER	Mains power On / Off switch should be On. (p. 9)
	•If “Shop” is displayed on the top right of the screen,
	•reset settings in “Shipping Condition” (p. 29), and
	select “Home” in “Auto Tuning” (p. 12).

		1 BBS						Information banner appears
		CH05	5.5MHz			Coronation Street
								whenever you select a
								programme
	Select a programme							•For details p. 15
							To select the two or three-digit
		up	1	2	3
	CH	or	4	5	6		•programme number, e.g. 39
		down	7	8	9		3	9

0(in a short time)

■Select a programme using Information banner (p. 15)

Possible to confirm the programme name before selecting programmes.

Display Information banner if it is not displayed

RECALL

•Possible to set display timeout in “Banner Display Timeout” (p. 23).

While the banner is displayed, select the programme

select programme

watch

■Other useful functions

Hold

Display the selectable settings for the current programme

HOLD

Freeze / unfreeze picture

Check or change the current	OPTION	•	To change
programme status instantly			change
CH Colour Set	Volume Correction		select
Adjusts the colour density	Adjusts volume of individual programme or
Picture Menu (p. 22)	input mode

Teletext Character Set

Sets the teletext language Setup Menu (p. 23)

Note

•Also possible to change the settings in Menu list (p. 22 and p. 23).

Turn the TV off automatically after a fixed period

	Display the	Select “Setup”				Select “Off Timer” and set the time
	menu				access
	MENU			Main Menu		Setup Menu	1/2
		VIERA Link				Service List Edit					set
						Child Lock
	Off Timer			Picture
					select	Tuning Menu
				Sound		Off Timer					select
							Off
						Intelligent Frame Creation	On
				Setup		OSD Language
						Teletext
							TOP
						Teletext Character Set	English
	To cancel	Set to “Off” or turn the TV off.				Shipping Condition
	•To display the remaining time				Information banner (p. 15)
14	••When the remaining time is within 3 minutes, the remaining time will flash on screen.

■Other useful functions

Display Information banner

•Also appears when changing a programme			RECALL
Example:		Programme	Event
1 BBS

	CH05	5.5MHz		PAL	Coronation Street
						45
	Sound System		Colour System
Display	Features available / Message meanings
Information	Sound mute On				Teletext service available
banner	, I, II,				1 - 90
	Audio mode (p. 41)				Off Timer remaining time
					•For settings	p. 14

To confirm another tuned	•	To set display timeout
•programme name		“Banner Display Timeout” (p. 23)
To watch the programme		Event information is referred to teletext
•listed in the banner	•signal.

• EXIT

To hide

ASPECT

Change the aspect ratio

Enjoy viewing the picture at its optimum size and aspect.

Display Aspect	While the list is displayed,
Selection list	select the mode
ASPECT	store

select

•To change the mode using the ASPECT button only

ASPECT (Press repeatedly until you reach the desired mode)

Aspect Selection

16:9 Just 4:3 4:3 Full Zoom1 Zoom2 Zoom3

Select

Change EXIT

RETURN

Aspect Selection list

	16:9		Just
		Directly displays the image		Displays a “4:3” image
		at “16:9” without distortion		full-screen.
		(anamorphic).		Stretching is only noticeable
				at the left and right edges.
Change	4:3	Displays the image at the		Displays a “4:3” image
			4:3 Full
aspect		standard “4:3” without		enlarged horizontally to fit the
ratio		distortion.		screen.
				•HD signal only
	Zoom1		Zoom2
		Displays a “16:9” letterbox or		Displays a “16:9” letterbox
		“4:3” image without distortion.		(anamorphic) image
				full-screen without distortion.

Zoom3

Displays a “2.35:1” letterbox (anamorphic) image full-screen without distortion. At “16:9”, displays the image at its maximum

(with slight enlargement).

Note

•Only “16:9” and “4:3” are available in PC mode.

•Not available in teletext mode.

•Aspect mode can be memorized separately for SD (Standard definition) and HD (High definition) signals.

Aspect mode can be memorized separately for each input mode.

TV Watching• Viewing

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