Panasonic Viera TH-37PV70F, Viera TH-42PV70F, Viera TH-50PV70F, Viera TH-37PV70P, Viera TH-42PV70P Operating Instructions Manual
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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.
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Printed in Czech Republic
Model No. TH-37PV70F
TH-42PV70F
TH-50PV70F
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
Web Site : http://www.panasonic-europe.com
© 2007 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved.
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
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3
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 ·····················18
(picture, sound quality, etc.)
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Editing and Setting Channels
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Control Channel Audience ························24
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Restore Settings ······································ 25
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Input Labels ·············································· 26
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Displaying PC Screen on TV ·····················27
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Q-Link Functions ······································· 28
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HDMI Functions ·······································29
(HDMI terminal / VIERA Link)
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External Equipment ···································32
Basic Features
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Watching TV ··············································12
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Watching Videos and DVDs ······················14
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Viewing Teletext ········································16
Enjoy your TV!
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Technical Information ································34
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FAQs ·························································37
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Licence ······················································ 39
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Specifi cations ············································39
FAQs, etc.
Accessories / Options
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Identifying Controls
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Basic Connection
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Auto Setup
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Quick Start Guide
4 5
Safety Precautions
Do not expose to direct sunlight
and other sources of heat
Avoid exposing the TV to direct sunlight and other
sources of heat. To prevent fi re never place any
type of candle or naked fl ame on top or near the TV.
Keep liquids away from the TV
To prevent damage which may result in fi re or
shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to
dripping or splashing.
Do not place containers with water (fl ower vase,
cups, cosmetics, etc.) above the TV. (including on
shelves above, etc.)
Do not remove covers
NEVER modify the TV yourself
(High-voltage components may cause serious
electrical shock.)
Have the TV checked, adjusted, or repaired at your
local Panasonic dealer.
Do not place foreign objects
inside the TV
Do not let metal or fl ammable objects drop into the
TV through the air vents (fi re or electrical shock
may result).
(Cleaning an energized TV may cause electrical shock.)
When cleaning the TV, remove the
mains plug
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 use any mains lead other than that provided with this TV. (This may cause fi re or 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.
Warning Caution
Blocked ventilation by curtains,
etc. may cause overheating, fi re
or electrical shock.
Do not block the rear air vents
Notes
Maintenance
Display panel
Cabinet
Mains plug
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 by 100 times of water. Then, using a soft dry cloth, evenly wipe the surface clean until it is dry.
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.
Wipe the mains plug with a dry cloth at regular intervals. (Moisture and dust may lead to fi re or electrical shock.)
First, remove the mains plug from the socket outlet.
Caution
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The surface of the display panel has been specially treated and may be easily damaged.
Do not tap or scratch the surface with your fi ngernail or other hard object.
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Use care not to subject the surface to bug repellent, solvent, thinner, or other volatile substances
(this may degrade surface quality).
Caution
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Use care not to subject the TV's surfaces to detergent.
(A liquid inside the TV could lead to product failure.)
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Use care not to subject surfaces to bug repellent, solvent, thinner, or other volatile substances
(this may deteriorate the surface by peeling the paint).
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Do not allow the cabinet to make contact with a rubber or PVC substance for a long time.
When TV will not be used for a
long 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.
Use only the dedicated stands
/ mounting equipment
Using an unauthorized stand or other fi xtures may
make the TV shaky, risking injury. Be sure to ask
your local Panasonic dealer to perform setup.
Use optional stands / mounts (p. 6).
Do not place the TV on sloped
or unstable surfaces
The TV may fall off or tip over.
Electronic equipment
In particular, do not place video equipment near the
TV (electromagnetic interference may distort images
/ sound).
Equipment with an infrared sensor
This TV also emits infrared rays (this may affect
operation of other equipment).
Keep the TV away from these equipment
If no signal is received and no operation is
performed in TV mode for 30 minutes, the TV will
automatically go to standby mode.
Auto power standby function
Transporting the TV with its display panel
facing upright or downward may cause
damage to the internal circuitry.
Transport only in upright position
AC 220-240 V
50 / 60 Hz
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.
To prevent image retention, contrast is lowered
automatically after a few minutes if no signals are
sent or no operations are performed. (p. 37)
Typical still images
Channel number and other logos
Image displayed in 4:3 mode
Video game
Computer image
If you fi nd any
abnormality,
remove the mains plug
immediately!
Allow suffi cient space around the
TV for radiated heat
Minimum distance
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7
(cm)
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Quick Start Guide
TV
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Identifying ControlsAccessories / Options
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Identifying Controls
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Accessories / Options
Installing remote’s batteries
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.
Using the clamper
Batteries for the
Remote Control
Transmitter
(2)
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R6 (UM3)
Remote Control
Transmitter
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EUR7737Z60
Standard accessories
Check that you have the accessories and items shown
Operating
Instructions
Pan European
Guarantee Card
Clamper (2)
Mains Lead
1
Pull
open
Hook
2
Note the correct
polarity (+ or -)
Close
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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.
Rear of the TV
snaps
To remove from the TV:
To loosen:
Keep pushing
both side snaps
Set the tip
in the hooks
Insert the clamper
in a hole
hole
1. Attach the clamper
2. Bundle the cables
Keep pushing
the knob
knob
hooks
Caution
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In order to maintain the unit’s performance and safety, be absolutely sure to ask your dealer or a licenced
contractor to secure the wall-hanging brackets.
•
Carefully read the instructions accompanying the plasma TV stand or pedestal, and be absolutely sure to take
steps to prevent the TV from tipping over.
•
Handle the TV carefully during installation since subjecting it to impact or other forces may cause product damage.
Optional accessories
Pedestal
Plasma TV stand Wall-hanging
bracket
(vertical)
TY-WK42PV3W
(angle)
TY-WK42PR2W
TY-WK42PR3W
TY-ST42D1-WG
TY-ST42D1-WK
TY-ST42D2-WG
TY-S37PX70WK
(TH-37PV70F)
TY-S42PX70WK
(TH-42PV70F)
( TH-37PV70F,
TH-42PV70F)
TY-S50PX70WK
(TH-50PV70F)
TY-ST50D1-WG
TY-ST50D1-WK
TY-ST50D2-WG
(TH-50PV70F)
Pedestal (ST-42D2-WK / ST-50D2-WK)
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TBL0E0007
(TH-37PV70F, TH-42PV70F)
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TBL0E0010
(TH-50PV70F)
Read the manual of the pedestal for installation.
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.
Remote control
signal receiver
Changes the input mode
Function select
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Volume / Contrast / Brightness /
Colour / Sharpness /
Tint (NTSC mode) / Bass /
Treble / Balance / Auto Setup
(p. 22)
Power LED
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Standby: red
On: green
Cursor buttons to make selections and
adjustments
Standby On / Off switch
(Switches TV On or Off standby)
Sound mute On / Off
Surround (p. 20)
Selects programmes in sequence
Teletext (p. 16)
OK button to confi rm selections and choices
Press after selecting programme positions to
quickly change programme.
VCR / DVD operations (p. 15)
Volume
Programme Information (p. 13)
Teletext Index (p. 17)
Coloured buttons used for the
selection, navigation and operation of
various functions
EXIT (Returns to TV screen)
Programme / channel change buttons (0-9)
and Teletext page buttons. (p. 12 and p. 16)
When in Standby mode, switches TV On.
Access VIERA Link Menu (p. 31)
Changes aspect ratio (p. 13)
Option menu
Sets the preferred settings of viewing
and sound options easily (p. 13)
Main Menu
Press to access VIERA Link, Picture,
Sound and Setup menus (p. 18)
Viewing a favourite teletext channel (p. 17)
Changes the input mode
TV -
changes TV mode
(p. 14)
AV - changes AV input mode (p. 14)
DIRECT TV Recording
To immediately record programme in VCR /
DVD recorder with Q-Link connection (p. 28)
Returns to the previous menu
Still picture (p. 13)
Teletext Hold (p. 17)
Lift door to open
Mains power
On / Off switch
8
9
Quick Start Guide
VIDEO
RGB
AUDIO
AUDIO
VIDEO
S VIDEO
AV2
COMPONENT
VIDEO
RGB
AV1
PC
AUDIO
IN
L
R
Y
P
B
P
R
LR
RF IN
RF OUT
VIDEO
RGB
AUDIO
AUDIO
VIDEO
S VIDEO
AV2
COMPONENT
VIDEO
RGB
AV1
PC
AUDIO
IN
L
R
Y
P
B
P
R
LR
VIDEO
RGB
AUDIO
AUDIO
VIDEO
S VIDEO
AV2
COMPONENT
VIDEO
RGB
AV1
PC
AUDIO
IN
L
R
Y
P
B
P
R
LR
RF OUT
RF IN
RF OUT
RF IN
RF IN
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Basic Connection
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
Note
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Connect to AV1 / 2 for a DVD Recorder / VCR supporting Q-Link (p. 28).
Example 3
Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR and Set top box
TV, DVD Recorder / VCR and Set top box
Mains lead (supplied)
Mains lead (supplied)
SCART cable
(fully wired)
DVD Recorder or VCR
RF
cable
Aerial AerialRear of the TV Rear of the TV
RF cable
RF cable
AC 220-240 V
50 / 60 Hz
AC 220-240 V
50 / 60 Hz
DVD Recorder
or VCR
SCART cable
(fully wired)
RF cable
Aerial
Mains lead (supplied)
Rear of the TV
Set top box
AC 220-240 V
50 / 60 Hz
RF cable
RF cable
SCART cable
(fully wired)
SCART cable
(fully wired)
RF cable
Clamper
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To unfasten
10
11
Quick Start Guide
Select
EXIT
Change
RETURN
Mode Music
Bass
Treble
Balance
Surround Off
Volume Correction
MPX Stereo
Sound Menu
Reset to Default Set
OPTION
DIRECT TV REC
INPUT
EXIT
RETURN
TV
Country
Portugal
Spain
Italy
France
Austria
Germany
Netherlands
Hungary
Czech
E.Eu
Ireland
Poland
Switzerland
Belgium
Finland
Norway
Sweden
Denmark
Greece
Auto Setup
EXIT
This will take about 3 mins.
RETURN
Scan 214178
CH 29
Channel Service Name
CH 33
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Menüsprache
Slovenčina
Čeština
Еλληνικά
Italiano
Français
English
Srpski
Deutsch
Português
Türkçe
Suomi
Polski
Românǎ
Hrvatski
Nederlands
Slovenščina
Български
Magyar
Svenska
Dansk
Norsk
Español
Viewing Mode
Dynamic Normal Cinema
EXIT
RETURN
(example: Sound Menu)
On-screen operation
guide will help you.
Auto Setup
Search and store TV channels automatically.
These steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed by your local dealer.
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ON SCREEN HELP Instructions box
Open the main menu
Return to the previous 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
Many features available on this TV can be accessed via the On Screen Display
menu.
Note
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If tuning have failed “Auto Setup” (p. 22).
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If downloading have failed “Download” (p. 21).
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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
with Mains power On / Off switch.
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How to use remote control
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Auto Setup
Using the
On Screen
Displays
Exit the menu system and return to the normal viewing screen
Plug the TV into mains socket and switch On
(Takes a few seconds to be displayed)
1
Auto Setup is now complete and your TV is ready for viewing.
•
You can now use the remote
control to turn On the TV or turn
the TV to standby mode.
(Power LED: On)
3
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To edit channels
Editing and Setting Channels
(p. 22)
Select your country
4
Start Auto Setup
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If a compatible recording equipment
with Q-Link or similar technologies
(p. 28) is connected, channel
information is automatically
downloaded to the equipment.
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Auto Setup will start to search for
TV channels and store them.
The sorted programme order
depends upon the TV signal,
the broadcasting system and
reception conditions.
2
Select the language
•
Also possible to change the setting
in Picture Menu (p. 20)
5
Select the picture setting
select
select
store
select
set
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