Panasonic TH50PV600E, TH42PV600E, TH-37PV600E 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

Licence

Trademark Credits

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VGA is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.

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Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, USA.

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S-VGA is a registered trademark of the Video Electronics Standard Association. Even if no special notation has been made of company or product trademarks, these trademarks have been fully respected.

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SD Logo is a trademark.

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HDMI, the HDMI Logo and High-Deﬁ nition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

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TruSurround XT, SRS and symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc.

TruSurround XT technology is incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc.

Model No.

TH-37PV600E TH-42PV600E TH-50PV600E

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

(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 on 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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Viewing Advanced FAQs, etc.Quick Start Guide

Turn your own living room into a movie theatre!

Experience an amazing level of multi-

media excitement

Enjoy rich multi-media

Camcorder

Ampliﬁ er with Speaker system

VCR

DVD player

DVD recorder

Personal

computer

Set top box

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 ····················· 16

(picture, sound quality, etc.)

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Editing and Setting Channels

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Displaying PC Screen on TV ·····················21

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Watching SD Card (Videos and photos) ··· 22

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Recording a Programme on SD Card ······· 24

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

(Q-Link / Control with HDMI / Connections)

Basic Features

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

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Watching Videos and DVDs ······················ 12

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Viewing Teletext ········································14

Enjoy your TV!

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

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

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SD Card: On screen messages ················38

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

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Licence ······················································ 40

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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Quick Start Guide

SD memory card

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Safety Precautions

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

(such as strange smell or smoke)

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 set. (including on shelves above, etc.)

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 unit yourself

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

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

Do not place foreign objects inside the unit

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

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. 36) The screen saver will be automatically deactivated when a signal is detected or an operation is executed.

Allow sufﬁ cient space around the unit

for radiated heat

Using an unauthorized stand or other ﬁ xtures may make the unit 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 unit may cause electrical shock.)

When cleaning the TV unit, 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 unit

(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 unit away from these equipment

Warning Caution

Typical still images

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

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 unit's surfaces to detergent. (A liquid inside the TV unit 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 set 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 set.

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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 -)

Snap open

Snap shut

Caution

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

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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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N2QAYB000025

Operating Instructions

Pan European Guarantee Card

Attaching the cable clampers

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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.

Function select

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.

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)

Power lamp

(standby: red)

Remote control signal receiver

Switches TV/AV

Volume / Contrast / Brightness / Colour / Sharpness

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

Standard accessories

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Identifying Controls

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Accessories / Options

Check that you have the accessories and items shown

Remove from the TV unit

Push both side hooks and pull out

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

Optional accessories

Pedestal

Plasma TV stand Wall-hanging

bracket (vertical)

TY-WK42PV3W

(angle)

TY-WK42PR3W

TY-ST42P600W

TY-S37PX600W

(TH-37PV600E)

TY-S42PX600W

(TH-42PV600E)

(TH-37PV600E, TH-42PV600E)

TY-ST42P60W

(TH-37PV600E, TH-42PV600E)

TY-ST50P60W

(TH-50PV600E)

TY-S50PX600W

(TH-50PV600E)

SD CARD slot (p. 22)

TY-ST50P600W

(TH-50PV600E)

Rear of the TV

Switches TV to On or Standby

(On / Off switch in On position)

Sound mute On / Off

Changes aspect ratio (p. 11)

Normalizes (p. 16)

(Resets settings)

Selects programmes in sequence

Viewing a favourite teletext channel

(p. 14)

Teletext (p. 14)

Select / OK

VCR / DVD operations

(p. 13)

Volume

Programme Information

(p. 11)

Teletext Index (p. 14)

Still Picture (p. 11)

Coloured buttons

(used for various functions) (for example, see p. 14)

EXIT (Returns to TV screen)

Switches TV/AV

(To watch videos or DVDs) (p. 12)

DIRECT TV Recording

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

(p. 26)

Press to access the Picture, Sound and

Setup menus

Direct channel access

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

SD menu (p. 22 and 24)

SD Recording (p. 24)

MULTI WINDOW (p. 11)

Switches SRS TruSurround XT On / Off

(p. 17)

Changes programme / channel (p. 10)

TH-37PV600E has horizontal direction.

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AV2 AV3

Turn the TV On with the On / Off switch

Need help with operations?

(example: Sound menu)

On-screen operation guide will help you.

Auto Setup

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For Belgium, Switzerland and E.Eu, select the desired language

Connection

SCART cable (fully wired)

RF cable

Search and store TV channels automatically. These steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed 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 unit or turn the unit 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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If Q-Link (p. 26) equipment is connected, channel information is automatically downloaded to the equipment.

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To edit channels

"Programme edit" (p. 18)

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Auto Setup

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Connection

Select your country

select

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To set manually

(p. 20)

Start Auto Setup

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

DVD Recorder or VCR

Land

Deutschland Österreich France Italia España Portugal Nederland Danmark Sverige Norge Suomi Belgien Schweiz ELLADA Polska Česká republika Magyarország E.Eu

SuchlaufStart ATP Abbruch

green

RF OUT

RF IN

Sound menu

Bass Treble Balance Headphone volume MPX Mode SRS TruSurround XT

Select Adjust

Exit Return

No service Music Off

red

CH12

AUTO SETUP IN PROGRESS SEARCHING : PLEASE WAIT

02 78:01 41

Exit

DOWNLOAD IN PROGRESS

PLEASE WAIT

Programme : 63

Remote control unavailable

Viewing

■

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

→

Watching TV

Select a programme number

Volume

Turn power on

Freeze / unfreeze picture

Hold

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Other Useful Functions (Operate after )

On / Off switch on unit should be On.

(for about 1 second)

down

Display status information

Display / hide status information

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Displayed information: Programme number / Programme name / Channel number / MPX mode (p. 16) / Sound system (p. 16) / Aspect mode / Colour system (p. 16)

Change aspect ratio

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Each press changes the mode.

Change the aspect ratio (p. 32)

While the bar is displayed

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

(in a short time)

View in multi window (p. 35)

Watch TV, DVD, etc. in multi window

Main screen

Colour bar Sub

screen

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Remote control operations apply to the main screen.

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To change the layout, etc. ﬁ rst show the colour bar

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To change the layout

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To swap

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To change the source of sub screen

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To return to the normal single-screen view

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Watching TV

Select from the Programme table

select page

(Corresponds to the colour bar)

select

programme

watch

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SwapSource

blue

red

red red

red

green

AV1

SwapSource

green

red

Prog. Name Chan.

VCR :

1 : 2 : 3 : 4 : 5 : 6 : 7 : 8 :

9 : 10 : 11

12 :

Das Erste ZDF RTL

yellow

CH21 CH44 CH51 CH41 CH47 CH23 CH26 CH58

blue

Prog. Name Chan.

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

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red

green

AV1

SwapSource

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