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AQs, etc.

T

echnical Information

Signal name

Aspect modes

16:9

14:9

Just

4:3

4:3 Full

Zoom1

Zoom2

Zoom3

TV/A

V1/A

V2/

A

V3/A

V4

PAL

O

O

O

O

-

O

O

O

PAL 525/60

O

O

O

O

-

O

O

O

DVB-T

O

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

M.NTSC

O

O

O

O

-

O

O

O

NTSC

O

O

O

O

-

O

O

O

Component/HDMI

480i (60 Hz)

O

O

O

O

-

O

O

O

480p (60 Hz)

O

O

O

O

-

O

O

O

576i (50 Hz)

O

O

O

O

-

O

O

O

576p (50 Hz)

O

O

O

O

-

O

O

O

720p (50 Hz)

O

O

O

O

O

O

O

O

720p (60 Hz)

O

O

O

O

O

O

O

O

1,080i (50 Hz)

O

O

O

O

O

O

O

O

1,080i (60 Hz)

O

O

O

O

O

O

O

O

1,080p (50 Hz)

O

O

O

O

O

O

O

O

1,080p (60 Hz)

O

O

O

O

O

O

O

O

PC input

O

-

-

O

-

-

-

-

Audio Signal

STEREO

MAIN

I

SUB

II

MONO

Mode Indicator

I

II

Type of broadcast

Regular broadcast

(Standard Audio)

R NICAM MONO 

I

(MAIN

I

 )

NICAM STEREO

NICAM DUAL MONO

(MAIN

I

 / SUB 

II

 )

Mode Indicator

No Indicator 

I

I

II

Type of broadcast

Regular broadcast

(Standard Audio)

BILINGUAL or DUAL MONO:

MAIN

I

 / SUB 

II

STEREO

Mode Indicator

No Indicator 

I

II

CH Display / Receive Channel

CH Display / Receive Channel

CH Display / Receive Channel

CH 0

CH 5

S 6

S 10

CH 10

CH 12

S 2

S 5

CH 6

CH 9

S 11

S 44

CH 5A

CH9A

CH 20

CH 75

36

37

Technical Information

Channel Allocation (Analogue mode)

Aspect Ratio

Note

The ratio varies depending on the programme, etc. If the ratio is greater than the standard "16:9", black bands 
may appear at the top and bottom of the screen.

If the screen size looks unusual when a widescreen-recorded programme is played back on a VCR, adjust the 
tracking of the VCR. (See the VCR manual.)

To select the ratio manually: (Only “16:9” or “4:3” in PC mode)

The optimum size and aspect can be chosen, and you can enjoy fi ner images. (p. 11)

16:9

Directly displays 
the image at “16:9” 
without distortion 
(anamorphic).

Zoom3

Displays a “2.35:1” letterbox (anamorphic) image 
full-screen without distortion. At “16:9”, displays the 
image at its maximum (with slight enlargement).

4:3

Displays the image 
at the standard “4:3” 
without distortion.

Zoom1

Displays a 
“16:9” letterbox or 
“4:3” image without 
distortion.

Zoom2

Displays a 
“16:9” letterbox 
(anamorphic) image 
full-screen without 
distortion.

Just

Displays a 4:3 image 
full-screen.
Stretching is only 
noticeable at the left 
and right edges.

4:3 Full

Displays a 
“4:3” image enlarged 
horizontally to fi t the 
screen.

VIERA Link “

 Control

TM

14:9

Displays the image 
at the standard
“14:9” without 
enlargement.

This function may not work normally depending on the equipment condition.

Image or sound may not be available for the fi rst few seconds when the playback starts.

Image or sound may not be available for the fi rst few seconds when Input mode is switched.

Volume function will be displayed when adjusting the volume of the equipment.

If you connect the equipment that has “HDAVI Control 2” function to the TV with HDMI cable, the sound from 
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal can be output as multi channel surround.

Easy playback is also available by using the remote control for Amplifi er or Player theatre. Read the manuals of the equipment.

If you connect the same kind of equipment at once (for example: one DIGA to HDMI1 / another DIGA to HDMI2), 
VIERA Link is available for the terminal with the smaller number.

“HDAVI Control 2” is the newest standard (current as of February, 2007) for Panasonic’s HDAVI Control 
compatible equipment. This standard is compatible with Panasonic’s conventional HDAVI equipment.

HDMI connections to some Panasonic equipment allow you to interface them automatically. (p. 32)

Updating the software system

Note

During downloading, do not turn Off the TV or touch any button.
(The TV is automatically activated after downloading is completed.)

Update system software regularly to ensure that you have latest version software.
If there is an update available, a notifi cation banner is displayed when the channel has the update information.

To download new software, press “OK” 

 Downloading (approx. 20 min.)

If you choose not to download, press “EXIT”.

Ŷ

To update automatically

Set “Auto Update Search in Standby” to “On” (p. 23)

  If there is a new version software being broadcast, the TV will download this automatically.

The automatic updating sequence is carried out at 3:00 AM and 5:00 AM every night under the following conditions.
Standby (TV turned Off with the remote control)
Recording is not in progress.

Ŷ

To update manually

Perform “System Update Search Now” (p. 23)

  If there is an update available, a notifi cation banner is displayed.

To download new software, press “OK” 

 Downloading (approx. 20 min.)

If you choose not to download, press “EXIT”.

Rating (DVB mode)

Rating

Meaning

Rating

Meaning

-

Not classifi ed

M

Mature

P

Pre school

MA 15+

Mature Adult 15+

C

Children

AV 15+

Adult strong Violence 15+

G

General

R

Restricted 18+

PG

Parental Guidance recommended

Stereo / Bilingual Sound Selection (Analogue mode)

Note

If the stereo signal is poor or the receiving conditions are not optimum or if STEREO:MONO automatic switching 
occurs, it is recommended you switch from STEREO to MONO.

Even when the contents of the receiving signal undergo changes, selection mode is kept intact.

When the receiving conditions deteriorate, listening will be easier if the mode is set to the MONO position, using 
the stereo / bilingual sound selection button.

DUAL, also known as DUAL MONO or as BILINGUAL is not currently transmitted in some countries.

When you receive the stereo / bilingual sound system, sound output modes can be selected by pressing the 

Stereo / Bilingual Sound Selection

 button.

NICAM

 .......Used in New Zealand, Singapore, Hong Kong etc.

A2(German)

 .......Used in Australia, Malaysia etc.

Summary of Contents for VIERA TH-50PX700A

Page 1: ...rvice is required you should Telephone Panasonic s Customer Care Centre on 132600 or visit our website and use the Service Centre Locator for the name address of the nearest Authorised Service Centre Send or bring the product to a Panasonic Authorised Service Centre together with your proof of purchase receipt as a proof of purchase date Please note that freight and insurance to and or from your n...

Page 2: ...DMI Functions 29 Viewing from card Photos 30 VIERA Link HDAVI ControlTM 32 External Equipment 34 Basic Features Watching TV 10 Using TV Guide 12 Watching Videos and DVDs 14 Viewing Teletext 16 Enjoy your TV Technical Information 36 FAQs 40 Licence 42 Specifications 43 WARRANTY 44 FAQs etc Accessories Options 6 Identifying Controls 7 Basic Connection 8 Auto Tuning 9 Quick Start Guide Receive digital...

Page 3: ...s fire or electrical shock may result 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 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 Do no...

Page 4: ...ty 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 Using the clamper Caution In order to maintain the unit s performance and safety be absolutel...

Page 5: ...be able to assist you in obtaining the correct Aerial system for your particular area and the accessories required Any matters regarding Aerial installation upgrading of existing systems or accessories required and the costs incurred are the responsibility of you the Customer Example 1 Connecting aerial Example 2 Connecting DVD Recorder VCR TV only Plug the TV into mains socket and switch On Takes...

Page 6: ...sible when this function is active Display hide subtitles if available Display subtitles Watch TV DVD etc in multi window DVD Exit PAP Change AV1 AV1 Exit PAP Change DVD AV1 DVD Exit PIP Change MULTIPIP B Y View in multi window p 38 Main screen Colour bar Sub screen To exit multi window return to the single screen view with main screen MULTIPIP To change the layout images first show the colour bar ...

Page 7: ...avourites list B ŶTo view a programme list of the selected type DVB mode Y Using TV Guide select favourite list TV GuideʊElectronic Programme Guide EPG provides an on screen listing of programmes currently broadcast and future broadcasts over the next seven days depending on the broadcaster Analogue broadcasts will be listed after DVB broadcasts D means DVB channel and A means Analogue channel Vie...

Page 8: ...y mode Turn on Play Playback videocassette DVD Stop Stop the operations Rewind Skip Search VCR Rewind view the picture rapidly in reverse DVD Skip to the previous track or title Press and hold to search backward Fast forward Skip Search VCR Fast forward view the picture rapidly forward DVD Skip to the next track or title Press and hold to search forward Pause Pause Restart DVD Press and hold to pl...

Page 9: ...ages Store frequently viewed pages in the colour bar List mode only press and hold As page is displayed The number changes to white Corresponding colour button ŶTo change stored pages press and hold Enter new page number Colour button you want to change 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 whi...

Page 10: ...ext screen ŶTo change menu pages up down ŶOverview VIERA Link Control Speaker Selection VIERA Link Menu Home Cinema Recorder p 33 Main Menu VIERA Link Picture Sound Setup The menu of the accessed equipment 1 2 Viewing Mode Auto Contrast Brightness Colour Sharpness Tint Colour Balance Warm Colour Management Off P NR Off Picture Menu 2 2 3D COMB Off Reset Picture Defaults Set MPEG NR Off Picture Men...

Page 11: ...ut as PCM DVB mode only MPEG Audio Level Normally MPEG sound is larger than Dolby Digital one You can adjust the audio level of MPEG as the initial setting 0dB to 12dB in 2dB reductions DVB mode only HDMI1 3 Input Select to fit the input signal Auto Digital Analogue p 29 Auto Automatic detection of digital or analogue sound source Digital HDMI cable connection Analogue HDMI DVI adapter cable connec...

Page 12: ...ites Edit G To add all services to the list Y Create your favourite service List from various broadcasters up to 4 FavList1 FavList2 FavList3 FavList4 The list is displayed in information banner p 11 TV Guide p 12 and then easily accessed select To display another List B A service is added Select a service and add it to the list ŶTo edit List Select the field of List to edit and To name the List R ...

Page 13: ...e This will take about 3 mins Analogue Tuning 0 75 Digital DVB Tuning 6 69 2 RF Ch Service Name Type Quality ABC TV Sydney DVB 10 3 SBS DIGITAL 1 DVB 10 4 FTV guide DVB 10 7 7 Digital DVB 10 9 NINE DIGITAL DVB 10 CH 29 Analogue CH 33 Analogue EXIT RETURN Start Auto Tuning Analogue DVB tuning data will be erased Auto Tuning Access Auto Tuning Settings are made automatically Automatically set the DV...

Page 14: ...estore Settings Resets the TV to its original condition i e no channels tuned in All settings channels picture sound quality etc are reset 1 EXIT RETURN Confirm Analogue DVB tuning data will be erased Are you sure Are you sure Shipping Condition set Input Labels Restore Settings Input Labels 2 3 4 Select Setup Select Input Labels Display the menu Select a input terminal and set ŶTo return to TV EX...

Page 15: ...layed on HDMI compliant equipment 2 Enquire at your local digital equipment retailer shop 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 terminal such as a set top box or a DVD player can be connected to the HDMI terminal using an HDMI com...

Page 16: ...tion otherwise card may be damaged Electrical interference static electricity or erroneous operation may damage the data or card Back up the recorded data at regular intervals in case of deteriorated or damaged data or erratic operation of the TV Panasonic is not liable for any deterioration or damage of recorded data Selected photo information is displayed On screen messages Is SD Card in Insert ...

Page 17: ...then switch the TV on Select the input mode to HDMI1 HDMI2 or HDMI3 p 14 and make sure that an image is displayed correctly Main Menu VIERA Link Picture Sound Setup Speaker control You can control the theatre speaker with TV s remote control This function is available when Panasonic Amplifier or Player theatre is connected If you cannot access the menu check the settings and the equipment p 32 ŶTV ...

Page 18: ...ld TMDS Data0í TMDS Data0 TMDS Data1 Shield TMDS Data2í TMDS Data2 5V Power SDA Reserved in cable but N C on device TMDS Clockí TMDS Clock TMDS Data0 Shield TMDS Data1í TMDS Data1 TMDS Data2 Shield 19 17 15 13 11 9 7 5 3 1 18 16 14 12 10 8 6 4 2 HDMI terminal Connect the S VIDEO or VIDEO terminal when using AV1 AV4 IN terminals Connect the COMPONENT or VIDEO terminal when using AV2 AV3 IN terminal...

Page 19: ...uipment that has HDAVI Control 2 function to the TV with HDMI cable the sound from DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal can be output as multi channel surround Easy playback is also available by using the remote control for Amplifier or Player theatre Read the manuals of the equipment If you connect the same kind of equipment at once for example one DIGA to HDMI1 another DIGA to HDMI2 VIERA Link is available...

Page 20: ... Note Signals other than above may not be displayed properly The above signals are reformatted for optimal viewing on your display Applicable input signal for PC is basically compatible to VESA standard timing PC signal is magnified or compressed for display so that it may not be possible to show fine detail with sufficient clarity Signal name COMPONENT HDMI 480i 60 Hz 480p 60 Hz 576i 50 Hz 576p 50 H...

Page 21: ...es fridges etc may cause picture break up and or audio distortion Use high quality quad shielded coaxial cable fly lead between TV and antenna wall socket to minimise impulse noise pickup If problem persists consult your local TV aerial installer When No Signal message is displayed check TV aerial connection The received signal may be too weak to allow the TV to reliably lock to the desired No Sign...

Page 22: ... VIDEO RCA PIN Type 1 1 0 V p p 75 S VIDEO Mini DIN 4 pin Y 1 0 V p p 75 C 0 286 V p p 75 Monitor Output AUDIO L R RCA PIN Type 2 0 5 V rms high impedance VIDEO RCA PIN Type 1 1 0 V p p 75 Others HDMI1 2 3 Input TYPE A Connectors This TV supports HDAVI Control 2 function PC Input HIGH DENSITY D SUB 15PIN R G B 0 7 V p p 75 HD VD TTL Level 2 0 5 0 V p p high impedance Audio Input RCA PIN Type 2 0 5...

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