Panasonic TH-50PX77U, TH-42PX77U Owner’s Manual

Panasonic

Operating Instructions

High Definition Plasma Television

Manual de instrucciones

Televisor de plasma de alta definicion

Customer's Record

The model number and serial number of this product can be found on its back cover. 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 identification in the event of theft or loss, and for Warranty Service purposes.

Model Number Serial Number

NQmero de modelo TH-42PX77U

Model No.

TH-50PX77U

(See page_

de inicio

(yea la p&gina 6)

@ For assistance (U.S.A.), please call:

1-888-VIEW-PTV (843-9788)

or visit us at www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

For assistance (Puerto Rico), please call:

787-750-4300

or visit us at www.panasonic.com

For assistance (Canada), please call:

1-800-561-5505

or visit us at www.panasonic.ca

Anotacion del cliente

El modelo y el nQmero de serie de este producto se encuentran en su panel posterior. Debera anotarlos en el espacio provisto a continuacion y guardar este manual, mas el recibo de su compra, como prueba permanente de su adquisicion, para que le sirva de ayuda al identificarlo en el caso de que le sea sustraido o Io pierda, y tambien para disponer de los servicios que le ofrece la garantia.

Modelo NQmero de serie

Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company,

Division of Panasonic Corporation

of North America

One Panasonic Way, Secaucus New Jersey 07094 U.S.A.

Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. Ave. 65 de lnfanteria, Km. 9.5

San Gabriel Industrial Park Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985

Panasonic Canada Inc.

5770 Ambler Drive

Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 CANADA

Printed in U.S.A.

Impreso en EE.UU.

@ Para soIicitar ayuda (EE.UU.), Ilame at:

1-888-VlEW-PTV (843-9788)

6 visitenos en www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

@ Para soIicitar ayuda (Puerto Rico), Ilame al:

787-750-4300

6 visitenos en www.panasonic.com

English

Espal]ol

"] 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.

] Lea estas instrucciones antes de utilizar su televisor y guardelas para consultarlas en el futuro.

Las imagenes mostradas en este manual tienen solamente fines ilustrativos.

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Contents

Please read before using the unit

@Safety Precautions ....................................... 4

@Notes ............................................................ 5

Enjoy your TV!

Basic Features

@Watching TV ............................................... 20

@Viewing from SD Card ............................... 22

@Watching Videos and DVDs ....................... 24

Advanced Features

@How to Use Menu Functions

(picture, sound quality, etc.) ....................... 26

@ EZ Sync TM "HDAVt Control TM''-.................... 30

@Lock ........................................................... 32

@Editing and Setting Channels .................... 34

@Input Labels/Monitor Out/Closed Caption ...... 36

@Using Timer ................................................ 38

@Operating Peripheral Equipment ............... 39

@Recommended AV Connections ................ 40

FAQs, etc.

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SDHC Logo is a trademark.

GalleryPtayer and the

GalleryPlayer Logo are

trademarks of GaJleryPlayer, Inc.

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HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are

trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

EZ SyncTMisa trademark of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

HDAVI ControlT_is a trademark of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

EZ Sync TM

HDAVI Control TM

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

DOLBY and the double-D symbol are

trademarks of Dotby Laboratories.

@Remote Control Operation/Code List ......... 42

@Ratings List for Lock .................................. 46

@Technical Information ................................. 47

@Maintenance .............................................. 50

@Specifications ............................................. 51

@FAQ ............................................................ 52

@Limited Warranty (for U.S.A.) ..................... 54

@Customer Services Directory (for U. S. A.)----55

@Limited Warranty (for Canada) ................... 56

Safety Precautions

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CAUTION

,_The lightning flash with

WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover or back. No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. Do not place liquid containers (flower vase, cups, cosmetics, etc.) above the set (including on shelves above, etc.).

1) Read these instructions.

2) Keep these instructions.

3) Heed all warnings.

4) Follow all instructions.

5) Do not use this apparatus near water.

6) Clean only with dry cloth.

7) Do not block any ventilation openings, install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers)

that produce heat.

9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with

one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the

third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for

replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the

point where they exit from the apparatus.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for an Other Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the

following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the Panasonic Service Center or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

11) Only use attachments / accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, .,_ bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the

apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart /

apparatus combination to avoid injury

from tip-over.

13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any

way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid

has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus,

the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does

not operate normally, or has been dropped.

15)To prevent electric shock, ensure the grounding pin on the

AC cord power plug is securely connected.

is intended to tell the user that parts inside the product

are a risk of electric shock to persons

The exclamation point within a triangle is intended to tett the user that important operating and servicing instructions are in the papers with the appliance

Z_ WARNING

SMALL PARTS CAN PRESENT CHOKING HAZARD IF ACCIDENTALLY SWALLOWED. KEEP SMALL PARTS AWAY FROM YOUNG CHILDREN.

DISCARD UNNEEDED SMALL PARTS AND OTHER OBJECTS, INCLUDING PACKAGING MATERIALS AND PLASTIC BAGS/SHEETS

TO PREVENT THEM FROM BEING PLAYED WITH BY YOUNG CHILDREN, CREATING THE POTENTIAL RISK OF SUFFOCATION.

If a problem occurs (such as no picture or no sound), or if smoke or an abnormal odor is detected from the Plasma

TV, unplug the power cord immediately.

_{_Continued use of the TV under these conditions might cause

fire or permanent damage to the unit. Have the TV evaluated at an Authorized Service Center. Servicing of the TV by any unauthorized personnel is strongly discouraged due to its

high voltage dangerous nature. If water or foreign objects get inside the Plasma TV, if the Plasma TV is dropped, or if the cabinet becomes damaged,

==Set up disconnect the power cord plug immediately.

Do not place the Plasma TV on sloped or unstable surfaces. ® A short may occur, which could cause fire. Contact an ® The Plasma TV may fall off or tip over. Authorized Service Center for any repairs that need to be

=elf problems occur during use

Do not place any objects on top of the Plasma TV. ® If water spills onto the Plasma TV or foreign objects get

inside it, a short-circuit may occur which could result in fire or electric shock. If any foreign objects get inside the Plasma TV, please consult an Authorized Service Center.

This Plasma TV is for use only with the following optional accessories. Use with any other type of optional accessories may cause instability which could result in the possibility of injury.

(All of the following accessories are manufactured by Matsushita Electric industrial Co., Ltd.)

• Wall-hanging bracket (Vertical) TY-WK42PV3U

• Wall-hanging bracket (Angled) TY-WK42PR2U TY-WK42PR3U

Always be sure to ask a qualified technician to carry out set-up.

¢3 Two or more people are required to install and remove the

television. If two people are not present, the television may

be dropped, and personal injury may result. Transport only in upright position! _ Transporting the unit with its display panel facing upright or

downward may cause damage to the internal circuitry.

IIAC Power Supply Cord

The Plasma TV is designed to operate on 120 VAC, 60 Hz. Securely insert the power cord plug as far as it will go.

® If the plug is not fully inserted, heat may be generated which

could cause fire. If the plug is damaged or the wall socket

plate is loose, they should not be used. The included power cord is for use with this unit only. Do not use any power cord other than that provided with this TV. ® Doing so may cause fire or electric shocks. Do not handle the power cord plug with wet hands. ® Doing so may cause electric shocks. Do not do anything that might damage the power cable. When disconnecting the power cable, hold the plug, not the cable. _ Do not make any modifications to, place heavy objects on,

place near hot objects, heat, bend, twist or forcefully pull the

power cable. Doing so may cause damage to the power cable

which can cause fire or electric shock. If damage to the cable

is suspected, have it repaired at an Authorized Service Center.

made.

Z_ CAUTION

Do not cover the ventilation holes.

® Doing so may cause the Plasma TV to overheat, which can

cause fire or damage to the Plasma TV. If using the pedestal, leave a space of 3 15116 " (10 cm) or more at the top, left and right, I 49164 " (4.5 cm) or more at the bottom, and 2 3/4 " (7 cm) or more at the rear.

==When using the Plasma TV

Be sure to disconnect all cables before moving the Plasma TV.

® Moving the TV with its cables attached might damage the

cables which, in turn, can cause fire or electric shock. Disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet as a safety

precaution before carrying out any cleaning. _ Electric shocks can result if this is not done.

Clean the power cable regularly to prevent it from becoming dusty.

® Built-up dust on the power cord plug can increase humidity

which might damage the insulation and cause fire. Unplug the

cord from the wall outlet and clean it with a dry cloth. This Plasma TV radiates infrared rays; therefore, it may affect other infrared communication equipment. Install your infrared sensor in a place away from direct or reflected light from your Plasma TV.

Do not climb up onto the television or use it as a step. (Young children should be made particularly aware of this

caution.) ® If the unit falls over or becomes damaged through misuse,

injury may result. The TV will still consume some power as long as the power cord is inserted into the wall outlet.

FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by responsible party may cause harmful interference and could

void the user's authority to operate this device.

Responsible Party:

Contact Source:

email:

CANADIAN NOTICE: For Model TH-42PX77U, TH-50PX77U

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094

Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company 1-888-VlEW-PTV (843-9788)

consumerproducts@panasonic.com

Notes

IIDo 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

® Channel number and other Iogos

® Image displayed in 4:3 mode

® SD Card photo ® Video game ® Computer image

To prevent "Image retention", the screen saver is

automatically activated after a few minutes if no signals are sent or no operations are performed. (p. 53)

==Setup

® Do not place the unit where it's exposed to sunlight or other

bright light (including reflections).

_ Use of some types of fluorescent lighting may reduce the

remote control's transmission range.

Accessories/Optional Accessory

[_ Check you have all the items shown.

Accessories

[] Remote Control

Transmitter

@N2QAYB000100

[] AC cord [] Pedestal

[] Operating Instructions [] Product Registration Card (U.S.A.) [] Quick Setup Guide [] Customer Care Plan Card (U.S.A.)

(For viewing HD programming)

Hook

[] Batteries for the

Remote Control

Transmitter (2)

@AA Battery

@TBL2AX00161

(TH-42PX77U)

@TB L2AX00171

(TH-50PX77U)

Note the correct polarity

(+or-).

[] Antenna Adapter

@F-Type for 5C-2V

o assemble (p.7) ISet-up

@Incorrect installation may cause battery

leakage and corrosion, resulting in damage to the remote control.

÷ Do not mix old and new batteries.

i Close

÷ Do not mix different battery types (such as

alkaline and manganese batteries).

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

@Do not burn or break batteries. @Make a note of the remote control codes

before changing batteries in case the codes are reset. (p. 43-45)

[] Cable clamper (2)

==Assembling the pedestal

@Fix securely with assembly

screws _A_'.(Total 4 screws)

@Carry out work on a horizontal and level surface.

/%,,

Pole

(o)

Pole

Align the stam marks.

Bottom view

Rear side

Hole for pedestal

installation

Pole

@Fix securely with assembly screws _B_.

(Total 4 screws)

Accessories

Assembly screw

(4 of each)

M5x 16

M5 x 30

'_1__ i_ -,

Pole (2)a_ _

Base (1)

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03 03

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Warning __

Optional Accessory

Note

@In order to maintain the TV's performance and

safety, be absolutely sure to ask your dealer or a licensed contractor to secure the wall-hanging

brackets.

@Carefully read the instructions accompanying the

plasma TV stand or pedestal, and be absolutely Wall-hanging bracket (vertical)

@TY-WK42PV3U

(angle)

@TY-WK42PR2U @TY-WK42PR3U

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

its paneling to crack.

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 television or displays other than those given in this Operating Instructions.

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

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

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

Dealer immediately.

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

@Ifsufficient care is nottaken to ensure screws are properlytightened during assembly,the pedestal will not be strong enough to

support the TV, and it might fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result.

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

@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.

To Prevent TV from Falling Over

@The TV must be fastened to both a base and a wall.

@Fix pedestal and base together with band. @Fix to wall or post with strong commercial wire or chain.

_1_Band (2)

Accessories

'_29Screw (2)

• Nominal diameter 4 mm x 10 (for 42 ')

4 mmx 12 (for 50 ')

fk3)'Wood screw (2)

Main screw

Accessories

Clamp (2)

Remove screw

Main screw

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8 9

Before Connection

Basic Connection

mWatching TV

@VHF/UHF Antenna

÷NTSC (National Television System Committee):

Conventional broadcasting

÷ATSC (Advanced Television Systems Committee): or

Digital TV Standards include digital high-definition television (HDTV), standard-definition television (SDTV), data broadcasting, multi-channel

surround-sound audio and interactive television. VHF/UHF Antenna Cable Box/

@Cable Box/Cable Cable

÷You need to subscribe to a cable TV service to enjoy viewing their

programming.

÷You can enjoy high-definition programming by subscribing to a high-definition cable box. The connection can be

done with the use of HDMI or Component Video cable.

m Recording/playing back with DVD recorder or VCR

@DVD Recorder

This source has higher resolution through interlace or progressive signal. Connection can be done with the use of Component Video or HDMI cable. DVD Recorder

@VCR

Connection can be done with the use of an RF cable and Composite Video/S Video cable.

VCR

mWatching Satellite

@You can enjoy high-definition programming by subscribing to

high-definition satellite source. Connection can be done with the use of HDMI or Component Video cable.

Satellite Antenna Receiver

Satellite

VHF/UHF Antenna

AC 120 V

60 Hz

_ ACCord

(Connect after all the

other connections.)

@®

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E,"

m Enjoying Home theater and DVD recorder with

HDMI connection

@Home theater and DVD Recorder

HDMI connection enables you to enjoy higher quality audio and video with a single cable.

f Note

@If your Panasonic DVD Recorder is compatible with EZ Sync (HDAVl control 2), you can operate your Panasonic

DVD Recorder with this TV's remote control (p. 25 EZ SyncTM). @All cables and external equipment shown in this book are not supplied with the TV. @For the details of the external equipment's connections, please refer to the operating manuals of the equipment.

mAntenna terminal

@Firmly tighten by hand.

mPin terminals

red blue

@Matchcolors of plugsandterminals. @Insert firmly.

reen

Home Theater DVD Recorder

NHDMI terminal

@Insert firmlv_

(If no Cable Box)

ANT OUT ANT IN

@If using Cable Box

÷Set the TV channel to CH3 or CH4.

Cable Box

@When disconnecting the power cord, be absolutely sure to disconnect the power cord plug at the wall outlet first. @For additional assistance, visit us at: www.panasonic.com

www.panasonic.ca

10 " > 11

Basic Connection (Continued)

DVD Recorder

VCR

AC 120 V

60 Hz

VHF/UHF Antenna

AC Cord

Antenna

terminal

I ANTENNA

Cable n j

VHF/UHF Antenna

• To use HDMI terminals

@Connecting to HDMI terminals will enable you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality

sound.

• To use COMPONENT terminals

_mm_

@Recorders may also be connected to COMPOSITE or S VIDEO terminals. (see below)

white

red

green

,_}PB COMPONENT

blue

red red red

AUDIO

DVD Recorder

VIDEO OUT

-FO

To use PROG OUT terminals (p. 40, 41)

To use COMPOSITE terminals

(next page)

To use HDMI terminals

(next page)

To use S VIDEO terminals (next page)

• To use COMPOSITE terminals

white

red red red

• To use S VIDEO terminals

, /"_.7:_(L % or

white _ white white AUDIO

' __

i.................. R OUT VCR

@The S Video input will override the composite

video signal when S Video cable is connected. Connect either S Video or Video cable.

DVD Recorder

VCR

DVD Recorder

red_ red J

red

@Connecting to S VIDEO terminals will enable

you to enjoy greater picture quality than using Composite terminals.

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:;U

To use COMPONENT terminals

(next page)

DVD Recorder or VCR

(with TV tuner)

Note

@Some programs contain a copyright protection signal to prevent recording. @When the copyright protection program is displayed, do not connect the other TV monitor through a VCR. Video

signals fed through VCRs may be affected by copyright protection systems and the picture will be distorted on the other TV monitor.

Basic Connection (Continued)

DVD Recorder

VCR

Satellite

Receiver

AC 120 V

60 Hz

AC Cord

Antenna

terminal

VHF/UHF Antenna

__#

==To use HDMI terminals

_===

@Connecting to HDMI terminals will enable you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality

sound.

HDMI

AV OUT

Satellite

Receiver

==To use COMPONENT terminals

AUDIO

red red

DVD

Recorder Y _e",

",_ COMPONENT PB(_;_),

'/ ViDEOi" _

red

red red

green

o ke_ COMPONENT

_:._mPB VIDEO OUT

blue

Satellite

Receiver

To use S VIDEO terminals

(p. 13)

To use COMPOSITE terminals

(p. 13)

To use COMPONENT terminals

(p. 13)

To use HDMI terminals (p. 13)

_ ANTOUT

DVD Recorder or VCR

(with TV tuner)

ANT IN

Satellite Receiver

@Satellite Receiver may also be connected to COMPOSITE or S VIDEO terminals. (see below)

==To use COMPOSITE terminals

VCR

COMPOSITE

IN OUT

red red

Satellite

Receiver

==To use S VIDEO terminals

s VIDEO _ S VIDEO

IN OUT

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(1)

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@The S Video input will override the composite

video signal when S Video cable is connected. Connect either S Video or Video cable.

@Connecting to S VIDEO terminals will enable

you to enjoy greater picture quality than using Composite terminals.

14 15

Basic Connection (Continued)

TV Home Theater

DVD Recorder

Identifying Controls

Front of the TV Back of the TV

Volume up/down

Power indicator (on: red, off: no light)

Selects channels in sequence

Back of the TV

Note

@ It is recommended that you use Panasonic's HDMI cable. (P. 30) @ When Using the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals or the S VIDEO OUT

terminal, refer to p. 15 "To use COMPONENT terminals" or "To use S VIDEO terminals".

@ If you connect RAM theater or Player theater with HDMI cable, use audio cable

instead of the optical digital audio cable. (p. 41 )

(_To fix To release

clicks in and pull

away

(could cause distorted image).

necessary.

assembly manual to fix cables.

To attach

Cable clamper

To bundle

hooks

Insert

hole _

,_/ Push until _ Press catch

AC cord

To remove

_2 :e_iapp:shing ] qo) both side - /

snaps

_To loosen

@Do not bundle the RF cable and AC cord together @Fix cables with Cable clamper and Band as @When using the options, follow the option's

To fasten To loosen

Band

Accessories

Band (2)

Insert (Supplied with

Pedestal)

HDMI

AV IN

tab

POWER button Remote control sensor

Within about 23 feet (7 meters) in

front of the TV set.

@The TV consumes a limited amount of power as long as the power cord is inserted into the wall outlet.

Switches TV to On or Standby Viewing from SD Card (p. 22-23) The equipment selection button (p. 24) --

Changes the input mode (p. 24)

Displays Sub Menu (p. 20, 28)

Colored buttons (used for various functions)

(for example p. 22, 34) Channel up/down

Changes aspect ratio (p. 21)

EZ Sync menu (p. 25, 30-31 ) Selects Audio Mode for TV viewing

(p. 2O) Displays Main Menu (p. 26)

Exits menus

Selects/OK/Change Returns to previous menu

Volume up/down

Displays or removes the channel banner (p. 20)

Sound mute On/Off

Operates the Favorite channel list function. (p. 21)

Switches to previously viewed channel -- and input modes.

Numeric keypad to select any channel (p. 20) or press to enter alphanumeric input in menus.

(p. 24, 25, 32, 34, 39)

Direct channel access for DTV and

DBS (p. 20)

External equipment operations

(VCRs, DVDs, etc.) (p. 24)

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