Panasonic Viera TC-42LS24X Operating	 Instruction Download Page 24

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 Frequently 

Asked Questions

Problem

Actions

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Sound

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FAQ

Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to resolve the problem.
If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer or Panasonic Service Center for assistance. For 
details (p. 49)

White spots or 
shadow images 
(noise)

  Check the position, direction, 

and connection of the antenna.

Interference or 

frozen digital 

channels

(intermittent sound)

  Change the direction of antenna for 

digital channels.

  Check “Signal meter” (p. 35). 

If the signal is weak, check the 
antenna and consult your local 
dealer.

The LCD panel moves 

slightly when it is 

pushed with a finger. 

A clattering sound 

might be heard

This is not a malfunction.

  There is some looseness around 

the panel to prevent damage to the 
panel.

The remote control does 

not work

 

Are the batteries installed correctly? (p. 7)

 

Are the batteries new?

Pictures from external 

equipment are distorted when 

the unit is connected via HDMI

 

Is the HDMI cable connected properly?

(p. 27, 39)

 

Turn Off the TV unit and equipment, then 

turn them On again.

 

Check an input signal from the equipment.

(p. 44)

 

Use equipment compliant with 

EIA/CEA-861/861B.

When the channel is changed on 

an STB that is connected with 

HDMI, “HDMI” may be displayed 

on the top left of the screen

 

This is not a malfunction.

Recording does not 

start immediately

 

Check the settings of the recorder. For 

details, read the manual of the recorder.

If there is a problem with your TV, please refer to the table below to determine the symptoms, then carry out the 
suggested check. If this does not solve the problem, please contact your local Panasonic dealer, quoting the model 
number and serial number (both found on the rear of the TV).

Some spots remain 
bright or dark

  The LCD panel is made up of a few million pixels and is 

produced with advanced technology through an intricate 
process. Sometimes a few pixels may be bright or dark. 
These pixels do not indicate a defective panel and will 
have no impact on the performance of the TV.

Chaotic image, noisy

  Check nearby electrical products.

(car or motorcycle ignition systems, fluorescent lamp, etc.)

No image is 
displayed on screen

  Check Picture menu (p. 24)
  Check the cable connections.
  Check that the correct input has been selected.

Only spots are displayed 
instead of images

  Check the channel settings. (p. 34)
  Check the antenna cables.

Neither image nor
sound is produced

  Is the power cord plugged into the outlet?
  Is the TV unit turned On?
  Check Picture menu (p. 24) and volume.
  Check the AV cable connections. (p. 9-10)
  Check that the correct input has been selected. (p. 20)

Black Box appears

  Change settings of Closed caption (CC). (p. 36)

No sound is produced

  Are the speakers’ cables connected correctly? (p. 39)
  Is “Sound Mute” active? (p. 11)
  Is the volume set to the minimum?
  Is “TV speakers” set to “Off”? (p. 24)
  Change “SAP” settings. (p. 15)
  Check “HDMI 1 in”, “HDMI 2 in” or “HDMI 3 in” settings. 

(p. 24)

Sound is unusual

  Set “SAP” setting to “Stereo” or “Mono”.
  Check the HDMI device connected to the unit.
  Set the audio setting of the HDMI device to

“Linear PCM”.

  If digital sound connection has a problem,

select analog sound connection.

Unknown sound heard
1-  Sounds from TV 

cabinet

2- Tick/Click sound
3- Buzzing sound

1-  Changes in the temperature and humidity of the room may cause 

the TV’s cabinet to expand or contract and produce metallic 

sounds. This is not a sign of faulty operation or a malfunction.

2-  When the TV is powered on, an electrical component in the 

TV activates producing a tick/click sound. This is not a sign of 

faulty operation or a malfunction.

3- Electrical circuits are active while the TV set is on. 

This is not a sign of faulty operation or a malfunction.

The main unit is hot.

  The main unit radiates heat and some of the parts may 

become hot. This is not a problem for performance or 
quality.

  Set up in a location with good ventilation.
  Do not cover the ventilation holes of the TV with a tablecloth, 

etc., and do not place on top of other equipment.

Summary of Contents for Viera TC-42LS24X

Page 1: ...0 M0210 0 This product has a fluorescent lamp that contains mercury Disposal may be regulated in your community due to environmental considerations For disposal or recycling information please contact...

Page 2: ...C Screen on TV 22 How to Use Menu Functions picture sound quality etc 23 VIERA LinkTM HDAVI ControlTM 26 Lock 32 Editing and Setting Channels 34 Closed Caption 36 Input Labels 37 Using Timer 38 Recomm...

Page 3: ...ding of the lead in wire to an antenna discharge unit size of grounding conductors location of antenna discharge unit connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode CA...

Page 4: ...ls please refer to the wall hanging bracket installation manual Back of the TV Holes for wall hanging bracket installation Screw for fixing the TV onto the wall hanging bracket not supplied with the T...

Page 5: ...terminal Pin terminals HDMI terminal green blue red green Firmly tighten by hand Match colors of plugs and terminals Insert firmly Insert firmly Reference of connection Attaching the pedestal to TV Ba...

Page 6: ...of electric energy even when turned off Do not place any objects between the TV remote control sensor and remote control TV controls indicators Changes the input mode Chooses menu and submenu entries...

Page 7: ...Menu screen p 25 Press to return to the previous screen Auto channel setup ANT Cable setup Select the connected Antenna in terminal ANT Cable setup Step 3 of 6 Select Not used when viewing TV via Sate...

Page 8: ...r Useful Functions Operate after Note About broadcasting systems Analog NTSC Conventional broadcasting Digital ATSC New programming that allows you to view more channels featuring high quality video a...

Page 9: ...channel select the list number to save the channel without pressing OK or Delete a favorite channel Set favorite 1 3 26 1 1 2 3 4 5 select delete while holding down Watching TV Continued Use the Favor...

Page 10: ...g microSDHC Card miniSD Card microSD Card adapter If a microSDHC Card miniSD Card or microSD Card is used insert remove it together with the adapter For cautions and details on SD Cards p 42 Gently in...

Page 11: ...t it to Off For more details on the external equipment s connections please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment Watching Videos and DVDs If you have applicable equipment connected to the...

Page 12: ...st or select Displaying PC Screen on TV The screen of the PC connected to the unit can be displayed on the TV You can also listen to PC sound with the audio cable connected To connect PC p 39 PC menu...

Page 13: ...ital only Analog only Set favorite Sets favorite channels p 16 Edit CH caption Changes the station identifier p 35 Signal meter Checks the signal strength if interference or freezing occurs on a digit...

Page 14: ...equipped components using one button on the TV remote Enjoy additional HDMI Inter Operability with Panasonic products which have the HDAVI Control function This TV supports HDAVI Control 5 function Co...

Page 15: ...out the TV settings can be transmitted to each piece of an equipment Recorder Home theater Player that has HDAVI Control 3 or later function connected to a TV with an HDMI cable Transmittable data Rec...

Page 16: ...f three for Home theater Player Camcorder LUMIX Digital camera Note There is a limit to the number of HDMI connectors Recorder TV VIERA Link control Speaker output Back to TV select change You can sel...

Page 17: ...ting and any other more restrictive ratings will also be blocked To select the channel or the rating of the program to lock Channel lock Select up to 7 1 7 channels to block These channels will be blo...

Page 18: ...k to the previous page select the item to edit Caption Favorite Add next Caption Changes the station identifier Favorite Registers channels to the Favorite List Add Adds or skips channels To cancel th...

Page 19: ...ludes a built in decoder that is capable of providing a text display of the audio The program being viewed must be transmitting the Closed Caption CC information p 41 Select the item and set Menu Sele...

Page 20: ...nel Day On time Off time select set or Sets the time when the TV turns on The TV will turn off after 90 minutes or as specified 4 18 SUN Day On time Off time 12 0 LAST AM PM Clear 9 OK RETURN Select S...

Page 21: ...empt Exempt programming G General Programming intended for audience of all ages Contains no violence or the violence content is minimal or is depicted appropriately 8 ans 8 General Not recommended for...

Page 22: ...s multi channel surround HDAVI Control 5 is the newest standard current as of December 2009 for the HDAVI Control compatible equipment This standard is compatible with the conventional HDAVI equipment...

Page 23: ...e surface is dry Do not scratch or hit the surface of the panel with fingernails or other hard objects Furthermore avoid contact with volatile substances such as insect sprays solvents and thinner oth...

Page 24: ...process Sometimes a few pixels may be bright or dark These pixels do not indicate a defective panel and will have no impact on the performance of the TV Chaotic image noisy Check nearby electrical pro...

Page 25: ...ing frequency 59 86 Hz Channel Capability ATSC NTSC Digital Analog VHF UHF 2 69 CATV 1 135 Operating Conditions Temperature 32 F 95 F 0 C 35 C Humidity 20 80 RH non condensing Connection Terminals VID...

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