Panasonic Viera TX-P37C10E, Viera TX-P37C10ES, Viera TX-P42C10E, Viera TX-P42C10ES, Viera TX-P50C10E Operating Instructions Manual

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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.

English

Contents

Be Sure to Read

Safety Precautions● ························································ 4
(Warning / Caution)

Notes● ············································································· 5
Maintenance● ·································································· 5

Quick Start Guide

Accessories / Options● ···························6
Identifying Controls● ·······························8
Basic Connection● ·······························10
Auto Setup● ··········································12
How to Use Menu Functions● ··············14

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Operating Instructions

Plasma Television

Model No. TX-P37C10E

TX-P37C10ES
TX-P42C10E
TX-P42C10ES
TX-P50C10E

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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 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.●
This TV has the capability for DVB specifications. But future DVB services cannot ●
be guaranteed.

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

Camcorder

Amplifier with
Speaker system

VCR

DVD player

DVD Recorder

Set top box

SD Card

Up to 100,000 hours Plasma Panel Lifetime

The Plasma display panel used in the 2009 VIERA TV
range is rated for up to 100,000 hours.

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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.

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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.●

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.)

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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 remove covers
NEVER modify the TV yourself

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

Do not remove the rear cover as live parts are

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accessible when it is removed. There are no user
serviceable parts inside.
Have the TV checked, adjusted, or repaired at your

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local Panasonic dealer.

Do not expose to rain or
excessive moisture

To prevent damage which might result in electric ●
shock or fire, do not expose this TV to rain or
excessive moisture. This TV must not be exposed
to dripping or splashing water and objects filled with
liquid, such as vases, must not be placed on top of
or above the TV.

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 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 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).

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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.

Notes / ●●Maintenance

Safety Precautions

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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 surface
where the TV is set.
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.●

The TV is heavy. Handle the TV ■
by 2 or more people. Support
as shown to avoid injury by
the TV tipping or falling.

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

Channel number and other logos●
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.

Auto power standby function■

If no signal is received and no operation ●
is 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 ●
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

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.)

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Accessories / Options

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.

Standard accessories Check that you have the accessories and items shown

Remote Control □

N2QAYB000328●

TV

EXIT

DIRECT TV REC

ASPECT

OPTION

RETURN

TEXT

PROGRAMME

STTL

INDEXHOLD

MENU

N

INPUT
TV AV

Batteries for the □

Remote Control (2)

R6 (UM3)●

Mains Lead □

p. 11

Operating Instructions □
Pan European Guarantee Card □

Cleaning cloth □

(

TX-P37C10E
TX-P42C10E
TX-P50C10E

)

Pedestal □

p. 7

Installing / removing remote’s batteries

1

Pull open

Hook

2

Note the correct
polarity (+ or -)

Close

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.

Optional accessories

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.
Take care when fixing wall brackets to the wall. Always ensure ●
that there are no electrical cables or pipes in the wall before
hanging bracket.
To prevent fall and injury, remove the TV from its fixed wall

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position when it is no longer in use.

Wall-hanging bracket

TY-WK4P1RW●