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 FAQs

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 for assistance.

White spots or shadow 

images (noise)

 

 Check the position, direction, and connection of 

the aerial.

Neither image nor sound is 

produced

• 

Is the TV in “AV mode”?

 Is the mains lead plugged into the socket outlet?

• 

Is the TV turned On?

• 

Check Picture Menu (p. 22) and volume.

• 

Check all required SCART cables and 

connections are 

fi

 rmly in place.

Auto aspect

• 

Auto aspect is designed to provide you with the 

best aspect ratio to use to 

fi

 ll your screen. For 

user control please see p. 40.

S-Video / black and white 

picture

• 

Using AV button please con

fi

 rm your selection is 

S-Video I.e. AV2/S (p. 18).

On Screen messages - I.e. 

EC/AV1

• 

You can simply clear these   

Press again to redisplay.

An error message appears

• 

Follow the message’s instructions. 

• 

If the problem persists, contact the authorized 

Service Centre.

Q-Link function does not work

• 

Please con

fi

 rm SCART cable and connection. Also 

please set “AV1 / AV2 out” in the Setup Menu (p. 23).

“VIERA Link” function 

does not work and 

an error message appears

• 

Con

fi

 rm the connection.

• 

Turn the connected equipment on and then switch the 

TV on. (p. 34)

Recording does not start 

immediately

• 

Check the settings of the recorder. For details, read 

the manual of the recorder.

Permanently lit spots on screen

• 

Due to production process involved in this technology 

this may result in some pixels which are permanently 

lit or unlit. This is not a malfunction.

Contrast is reduced

• 

Contrast is lowered in the following conditions without 

any user operation for a few minutes:

 no signal in AV mode

 selected locked programme

 selected invalid programme

 displayed menu

Problem

Actions

Screen

Unusual image is displayed

• 

Turn off the TV with Mains power On / Off switch, then turn it On 

again.

Sound level is low

or sound is distorted

• 

Sound signal reception may be deteriorated.

• 

Set “MPX” (p. 22) in the Sound Menu to “Mono”.

No sound is produced

• 

Is “Sound mute” active? (p. 9)

• 

Is the volume set to the minimum?

Blurry or distorted image

(no sound or low volume)

• 

Reset programme. (p. 27)

No image can be

displayed

• 

Is “Colour” or “Contrast” in the Picture Menu set to the minimum? 

(p. 22)

• 

Check Colour System. (p. 27)

Chaotic image, noisy

• 

Set “P-NR” in the Picture Menu (to remove noise). (p. 22)

• 

Check nearby electrical products

(car, motorcycle, 

fl

 uorescent lamp).

Sound

Summary of Contents for Viera TH-42PV8EYA

Page 1: ...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 Operating Instructions Plasma Television Model No TH 42PV8EYA ...

Page 2: ...2 Turn your own living room into a movie theatre Experience an amazing level of multi ...

Page 3: ...nt and the environment where the TV is used Image retention and malfunctions are not taken into account 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 Enjoy your TV Basic Features Watching TV 14 Viewing Teletext 16 Watching Videos and DVDs 18 Advanced Features How t...

Page 4: ... caused Transport only in upright position Transporting the TV with its display panel facing upright or downward may cause damage to the internal circuitry AC 220 240 V 50 60 Hz IMPORTANT THE MOULDED MAINS PLUG FOR YOUR SAFETY PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY This TV is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience A 5 amp fuse is fitted in this mains plug Sh...

Page 5: ... 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 block the rear ventilation openings Ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items such as newspapers tablecloths and curtains Mains plug Wipe the mains plug with a dry cloth at regular intervals Moisture and dust may lead to fire or elect...

Page 6: ...panying 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 Optional accessories Wall hanging bracket vertical TY WK42PV3W TY WK42PV4W angle TY WK42PR3W TY WK42PR4W Batteries for the Remote Control 2 R6 UM3 Remote Control N2QAYB000223 Standard accesso...

Page 7: ... 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 If insufficient care is taken to ensure screws are properly tightened during assem...

Page 8: ...ft door to open 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 Changes the input mode Function select Volume Contrast Brightness Colour Sharpness Tint NTSC mode Bass Treble Balance Auto Setup p 27 Headphones jack p 38 AV3 terminals p 38 Accessories Options Identifying ...

Page 9: ...Exit Returns to the normal viewing screen VIERA Link Menu p 35 Press to access VIERA Link Menu directly Aspect p 15 Changes aspect ratio from Aspect Selection list Also possible by pressing this button repeatedly until you reach the desired aspect Option Menu p 14 Easy setting for viewing and sound options Main Menu p 20 Press to access VIERA Link Picture Sound and Setup Menus Favourite Page p 17 ...

Page 10: ...hat 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 first Example 1 Connecting aerial Example 2 Connecting DVD Recorder VCR RF cable TV only TV DVD Recorder or VCR AC 220 240 V 50 60 Hz AC 220 240 V 50 60 Hz Note Connect to AV1 AV2 for a DVD Recorder VCR...

Page 11: ... box TV DVD Recorder VCR and Set top box DVD Recorder or VCR Fully wired HDMI compliant 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 RF cable To remove from the TV Push until both side tabs click Press both tabs and pull on mains connector to release tabs Make sure that the mains lead is...

Page 12: ... seconds to be displayed 1 Auto Setup 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 To edit programmes Editing Programmes p 24 4 Start Auto Setup If Q Link VIERA Link or similar technology p 32 compatible recorder is connected programme language country region settings are automatically d...

Page 13: ...en the main 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 RETURN Return to the previous menu EXIT Exit the menu system and return to the normal viewing screen Note If tuning has failed Auto Setup p 27 If downloading has failed Download p 23 To initialize all ...

Page 14: ... Freeze unfreeze picture Hold Other useful functions Display the selectable settings for the current programme OPTION Check or change the current programme status instantly To change Teletext Character Set Sets the teletext language Setup Menu p 23 MPX Sound Menu p 22 Volume Correction Adjusts volume of individual programme or input mode Note Also possible to change the settings in Menu list p 22 ...

Page 15: ...mage full screen Stretching is only noticeable at the left and right edges 4 3 4 3 Full Displays the image at the standard 4 3 without distortion Displays a 4 3 image enlarged horizontally to fit the screen HD signal only Zoom1 Zoom2 Displays a 16 9 letterbox or 4 3 image without distortion Displays a 16 9 letterbox anamorphic image full screen without distortion Zoom3 Displays a 2 35 1 letterbox ...

Page 16: ...oured subjects are situated at the bottom of the screen To access more information about one of these subjects press the appropriately coloured button This facility enables fast access to information on the subjects shown What is TOP mode in case of TOP text broadcasting TOP is a particular improvement of the standard teletext service that results in an easier search and effective guide Fast overv...

Page 17: ...hold View sub page Sub pages The number of sub pages varies depending on the broadcasters up to 79 pages It may take some time for searching during which time you can watch TV Enter the 4 digit number example P6 0 0 0 6 Appears at top of the screen To view specific sub page MENU blue View sub page Only when teletext is more than one page Watch TV while waiting for update P108 MENU yellow yellow Ap...

Page 18: ...sk your local dealer To return to TV Display the Input select menu Displays the selected mode 1 Turn the TV on When connecting with SCART as example 2 or 3 p 10 and p 11 Receives input signals automatically when playback starts Input signals are automatically identified by the SCART pin 8 terminal This function is also available for HDMI connections p 38 If input mode is not switched automatically...

Page 19: ...d PROGRAMME Programme Up Down Select programme REC Record Start recording Panasonic equipment connected to the TV can be directly operated with the remote control Setting your remote control to operate Panasonic VCR DVD etc Set the VCR DVD switch to the appropriate position VCR DVD Press and hold during the following operations Enter the appropriate code for the equipment to be controlled see tabl...

Page 20: ...ime EXIT To return to the previous screen RETURN To change menu pages up down Select the menu Select the item example Picture Menu Adjust or select example Picture Menu example Picture Menu 1 Changed Number and positions of alternatives Moved Choose from among alternatives Adjust using the slide bar Displays the next screen Go to the next screen To reset the settings To reset the picture settings ...

Page 21: ...n Sound Menu MPX Stereo Speaker Distance to Wall Over 30cm 1 2 2 2 Reset to Default Set Sound Menu HDMI1 Input Auto p 22 Link Settings Power off Link Set Power on Link Set Download Access Q Link AV2 AV2 out TV VIERA Link On p 23 Tuning Menu Auto Setup Access Manual Tuning Access p 26 Only available items can be selected 1 2 AV Colour System Auto Child Lock Access Tuning Menu Off Timer Off OSD Lang...

Page 22: ... to display sharper and more accurate colours Off On For PAL or NTSC signal reception only Not valid on RGB S Video Component and HDMI Reset to Default Press the OK button to reset the present Picture Mode to the default settings Sound Mode Basic sound mode Music Speech Bass Increases or decreases level to enhance or minimise lower deeper sound output Treble Increases or decreases level to enhance...

Page 23: ... minutes OSD Language Changes language for on screen displays Teletext Teletext display mode TOP FLOF List p 16 Teletext Character Set Selects teletext language West East1 East2 West English French German Greek Italian Spanish Swedish Turkish etc East1 Czech English Estonian Lettish Rumanian Russian Ukrainian etc East2 Czech Hungarian Lettish Polish Rumanian etc Shipping Condition Resets all setti...

Page 24: ...racter Set Off Service List Edit Access West 1 3 2 4 6 5 7 9 8 0 VCR PROGRAMME REC VCR DVD TEXT F P INDEX HOLD OPTION DIRECTTV REC ASPECT INPUT TV EXIT MENU OK RETURN MENU 24 Editing Programmes Select Setup Select Service List Edit 3 2 Display the menu You can skip unwanted programmes or edit programmes To return to TV EXIT 1 4 Set access select access select ...

Page 25: ...d add delete To retune each programme Manual Tuning red p 27 BBC1 Service List Editor 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Programme position Name Edit To change the name displayed when selecting programmes Select Rename Set characters Edit Service Name Name A B C D E F G H I J K L M N U V W X Y Z 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 a b c d e f g h i j k l m n u v w x y z _ O P Q R S T 7 8 9 o p q r s t maximum five characters Store RETURN T...

Page 26: ...INDEX HOLD OPTION DIRECTTV REC ASPECT INPUT TV RETURN EXIT MENU OK VCR 1 3 2 4 6 5 7 9 8 0 Tuning Menu Auto Setup Access Manual Tuning Access MENU 26 Tuning Programmes Select Setup 2 Select Tuning Menu 3 Display the menu Select a function 4 You can retune all the TV programmes when moving house or search for new services which may have recently started broadcasting To return to TV EXIT 1 5 Set acc...

Page 27: ...ea If a Child Lock PIN number p 28 has been set it must be entered To return to TV For Auto Setup using the buttons on the front of the TV p 8 Press repeatedly until Auto Setup appears Access Auto Setup Start Auto Setup Set programme manually Manual Tuning 1 BBC1 CH33 Manual Tuning Sound System Manual Tuning 2 99 41 21 Fine Tuning SC1 Colour System Auto CH33 Fine Tuning Use to make small adjustmen...

Page 28: ...To return to TV EXIT Child Lock PIN Entry Please enter new PIN PIN Child Lock Child Lock List Change PIN Access Child Lock List Services and AV VCR Name BBC1 1 2 3 4 5 AV1 AV2 S Lock TV TV TV TV TV TV AV AV Type VCR 1 3 2 4 6 5 7 9 8 0 To change the PIN number Select Change PIN in and enter a new PIN number twice Appears when the programme input is locked Enter the PIN number 4 digits Select Child...

Page 29: ...uctions Auto Setup will automatically start when Mains power On Off switch is next turned On p 12 To retune TV programmes only e g after moving house Auto Setup p 27 3 2 4 Select Setup Select Shipping Condition Display the menu Set To return to TV EXIT Restore Settings Resets the TV to its original condition i e no programmes tuned in All settings programmes picture sound quality etc are reset 1 A...

Page 30: ... AV1 DVD AV2 S AV2 S COMPONENT COMPONENT AV3 S AV3 S HDMI1 HDMI1 HDMI2 HDMI2 MENU 30 Input Labels 2 3 4 Select Setup Select Input Labels Display the menu Select a input terminal and set To return to TV EXIT For easier identification and selection of the input mode you can label each input terminals or skip terminal that is not connected to any equipment To select the input mode p 18 1 The labels y...

Page 31: ...nput terminals freely Select User input access select Set characters User input Name A B C D E F G H I J K L M N U V W X Y Z 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 a b c d e f g h i j k l m n u v w x y z _ O P Q R S T 7 8 9 o p q r s t set select maximum ten characters Store RETURN ...

Page 32: ... Link SCART cable DVD Recorder VCR with Q Link function Connect the DVD Recorder VCR supporting Q Link to the TV s AV1 or AV2 terminal via a fully wired SCART cable VIERA Link SCART cable HDMI cable DIGA Recorder HD Video Camera with VIERA Link function Connect the equipment supporting VIERA Link to the TV s AV1 AV2 HDMI1 or HDMI2 terminals via fully wired SCART and HDMI cables together Some funct...

Page 33: ...DVD Recorder VCR Read the manual of the equipment Q Link terminal setup in Setup Menu Q Link p 23 AV1 AV2 out p 23 Download preset programme language country region setting Preset download Download p 23 or Auto Setup p 27 or Auto Setup when first using the TV p 12 Features available Some recorders are not applicable Read the manual of the recorder Direct TV Recording What you see is What you recor...

Page 34: ...ettings of the recorder might be required For details read the manual of the recorder Download preset programme language country region setting Preset download Download p 23 or Auto Setup p 27 or Auto Setup when first using the TV p 12 Set VIERA Link On in Setup Menu VIERA Link p 23 Set up the TV After connection turn the equipment on and then switch the TV on Select the input mode to HDMI1 or HDM...

Page 35: ... in DIGA Recorder immediately This function is available with DIGA Recorder which has HDAVI Control 3 function Connect DIGA Recorder with both HDMI and SCART cables to use this function If you cannot operate check the settings and the equipment Preparations p 34 Changing programme or turning off the TV is available while the recorder is recording from its own tuner Changing programme is not availa...

Page 36: ...onnected equipment is displayed But you cannot access it Use its own remote control to operate the equipment Direct TV Rec VIERA Link Menu Start VIERA Link Control Speaker Selection Home Cinema Others Pause Live TV When the equipment of other types or manufacturers is connected Others Others is displayed You cannot access it Use its own remote control to operate the equipment Direct TV Rec VIERA L...

Page 37: ...mage or sound may not be available for the first few seconds when Input mode is switched Volume function will be displayed when adjusting the volume of the equipment Easy playback is also available by using the remote control for Amplifier or Player theatre Read the manual of the equipment About HDMI cable for connecting Panasonic HD Video Camera read the manual of the equipment If more than one e...

Page 38: ... TV Recording AV3 38 External Equipment These diagrams show our recommendations for how to connect the TV to your various equipment For other connections consult the instructions for each piece of equipment the table below and the specifications p 43 VIDEO or S VIDEO AUDIO Headphones Camcorder Game equipment To adjust volume Headphone Volume in the Sound Menu p 22 M3 stereo mini plug Amplifier wit...

Page 39: ...UDIO OUT AUDIO IN Y PB PR L R L R 39 External Equipment Set top box DVD Recorder VCR SCART cable RF cable SCART cable To watch satellite broadcasts To record playback Viewing Listening or Fully wired HDMI compliant cable RCA cable DVD Recorder Fully wired HDMI compliant cable HDMI equipment HDMI connection p 40 ...

Page 40: ...480 60p O O 625 576 50i O O O 625 576 50p O O O HD 750 720 50p O O 750 720 60p O O 1125 1080 50i O O 1125 1080 60i O O 1125 1080 50p O O 1125 1080 60p O O 1125 1080 24p O O HDMI connection HDMI high definition multimedia interface allows you to enjoy high definition digital images and high quality sound by connecting the TV and the equipment HDMI compatible equipment 1 with an HDMI or DVI output t...

Page 41: ...2 10 Q Link data 8 Status CVBS 6 Audio in L 4 Audio earth 2 Audio in R Socket Earth 21 CVBS out video 19 CVBS earth 17 Red in S C in 15 Red earth 13 Green in 11 Green earth 9 Blue in 7 Blue earth 5 Audio out L 3 Audio out R 1 18 5V Power 16 SDA 14 Reserved in cable but N C on device 12 TMDS Clock 10 TMDS Clock 8 TMDS Data0 Shield 6 TMDS Data1 4 TMDS Data1 2 TMDS Data2 Shield Hot Plug Detect 19 DDC...

Page 42: ...A Link function does not work and an error message appears Confirm the connection Turn the connected equipment on and then switch the TV on p 34 Recording does not start immediately Check the settings of the recorder For details read the manual of the recorder Permanently lit spots on screen Due to production process involved in this technology this may result in some pixels which are permanently ...

Page 43: ...ng synchronization PB PR 0 35 V p p AUDIO L R RCA PIN Type 2 0 5 V rms HDMI1 2 TYPE A Connectors This TV supports HDAVI Control 3 function Output AUDIO L R RCA PIN Type 2 0 5 V rms high impedance Dimensions W H D 1 020 mm 727 mm 327 mm With Pedestal 1 020 mm 679 mm 92 5 mm TV only Mass 27 5 k Net With Pedestal 25 5 k Net TV only 43 Problem Actions HDMI The remote control does not work Are the batt...

Page 44: ... waste disposal service or the point of sale where you purchased the items 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 Eu...

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