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TH-37PX8E
TH-42PX8E
TH-50PX8E

Operating Instructions

Plasma Television

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.

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Page 1: ...elevision 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 ...

Page 2: ...o Broadcasting will work in areas where DVB T MPEG2 digital terrestrial broadcasting are received Consult your local Panasonic dealer with coverage areas DVB functions may not be available in some countries Some functions may not be available in some countries This TV has the capability for DVB speciﬁcations But future DVB services cannot be guaranteed ...

Page 3: ...ty etc DVB Settings DVB 26 pay TV software update time adjustment Editing Programmes 28 Tuning Programmes 30 Control Programme Audience 32 Restore Settings 33 Input Labels 34 Link Functions 36 Q Link VIERA Link External Equipment 42 Enjoy your TV Basic Features Watching TV 14 Using Programme Guide 17 Viewing Teletext 18 Watching Videos and DVDs 20 FAQs etc Technical Information 44 FAQs 47 Licence ...

Page 4: ...en disconnecting lead Do not use a damaged mains plug or socket outlet 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 Power source This TV is designed to operate on 220 240 V 50 60 Hz AC Do not place the TV on sloped or unstable surfaces T...

Page 5: ...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 The surface of the display panel ...

Page 6: ...nging 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 Optional accessories Wall hanging bracket vertical TY WK42PV3W TY WK42PV4W angle TY WK42PR3W TY WK42PR4W Batteries for the Remote Control 2...

Page 7: ...ay 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 assembly the pedestal will not be strong enough to support the TV and it might fall over and become damaged and personal injury may result Ensure that the TV does not fall over If the TV is knocked or ...

Page 8: ...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 30 Headphones jack p 42 AV3 terminals p 42 Accessories Options Identifying Controls Mains power On Of...

Page 9: ...n p 15 Displays programme information Index p 19 Returns to the teletext index page teletext mode Exit Returns to the normal viewing screen VIERA Link Menu p 39 Press to access VIERA Link Menu directly Guide p 17 Displays Programme Guide or Programme List Option Menu p 15 Easy setting for viewing and sound options Main Menu p 22 Press to access VIERA Link Picture Sound and Setup Menus Subtitles p ...

Page 10: ...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 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: ...D 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 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 m...

Page 12: ...rsk Svenska Dansk Please select your viewing environment Home Shop Plug the TV into mains socket and switch On Takes a few 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 28 4 Start Auto Setup If Q Link VIERA Link ...

Page 13: ...control Using the On Screen Displays MENU Open 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 31 If downloading...

Page 14: ... Press for about 1 second Mains power On Off switch should be On p 8 down or 1 Also possible to select the mode using the TV button on the front panel of the TV p 8 To select the two or three digit programme number e g 39 3 9 in a short time Display Information banner if it is not displayed While the banner is displayed select the programme Possible to set display timeout in Banner Display Timeout...

Page 15: ...time For settings see below To conﬁrm another tuned programme name To watch the programme listed in the banner To change the category blue To hide EXIT Information on the next event DVB mode To set display timeout Banner Display Timeout p 25 Extra information press again to hide the banner DVB mode Display Information banner Also appears when changing a programme 1 ZDF 23 35 Radio Coronation Stree...

Page 16: ...e without distortion Displays a 16 9 letterbox anamorphic image full screen without distortion 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 Select Change EXIT RETURN Aspect selection 16 9 Just 14 9 4 3 Full 4 3 Zoom1 Zoom2 Zoom3 Auto ASPECT Change the aspect ratio Enjoy viewing the picture at its...

Page 17: ...B mode yellow All Types Movie News Prog Type All Types Type list select type view ŶTo view a programme list of the selected category blue All Services Free Services Pay Services All DVB Services All Analogue Services Radio TV Information Profile 1 Profile 2 Profile 3 Profile 4 Category All Services Category list select category view Only Analogue TV programmes are listed To list favourite programm...

Page 18: ...erently coloured 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...

Page 19: ...change stored pages press and hold VCR 1 3 2 4 6 5 7 9 8 0 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 which time you can watch TV Enter the 4 digit number example P6 0 0 0 6 Appears at top of the screen ŶTo view speciﬁc sub page MENU blue View s...

Page 20: ... ask your local dealer ŶTo return to TV Display the Input select menu Displays the selected mode 1 Turn the TV on ŶWhen 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 42 ŶIf input mode is not switched automatic...

Page 21: ...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 22: ...time EXIT ŶTo return to the previous screen RETURN ŶTo change menu pages up down Select the menu Select the item example Picture Menu access select Adjust or select change example Picture Menu example Picture Menu store or access Required by some functions 1 select Changed Number and positions of alternatives Moved ŶChoose from among alternatives ŶAdjust using the slide bar Displays the next scree...

Page 23: ...On p 25 Tuning Menu Auto Setup Access DVB Manual Tuning Analogue Manual Tuning Access Add New DVB Services Access Access New Service Message DVB Signal Condition Access On p 30 Only available items can be selected 1 3 AV Colour System Auto Child Lock Access Tuning Menu Off Timer Off Language Teletext TOP Access Access Setup Menu DVB Profile Edit Access Link Settings Access GUIDE Plus Settings Acce...

Page 24: ...terning may be seen Set to On 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 ...

Page 25: ...ation of the GUIDE Plus system Off Timer Sets the time the TV automatically turns Off Off 15 30 45 60 75 90 minutes Language OSD Language Changes language for on screen displays Preferred Audio 1 2 Selects the preferred language for DVB multi audio depending on the broadcaster Preferred Subtitles 1 2 Selects the preferred language for DVB subtitles depending on the broadcaster To display subtitles...

Page 26: ...ff Side Panel Off On GUIDE RETURN ASPECT OPTION DIRECTTV REC VCR 1 3 2 4 6 5 7 9 8 0 TEXT STTL INDEX HOLD PROGRAMME REC VCR DVD TV INPUT EXIT MENU OK MENU 26 DVB Settings DVB mode 4 3 5 Select Setup Select Common Interface System Update or Time Zone Display the menu Set ŶTo return to TV EXIT 1 If in Analogue mode Select DVB DVB Settings provide access to various advanced features 2 access select a...

Page 27: ... mins Update TV s software system System Update The Common Interface Module menu provides access to software contained on Common Interface CI Modules This TV receiver works only Pay TV modules complying with CI standard Off 2 of 2 Common Interface Slot 1 Module inserted Access Common Interface Follow the on screen instructions example select go Coloured characters red green yellow blue On screen o...

Page 28: ...NDEX HOLD VCR 1 3 2 4 6 5 7 9 8 0 TV EXIT MENU OK INPUT RETURN MENU 28 Editing Programmes Select Setup Select DVB Profile Edit DVB Service List or Analogue Service List 4 3 Display the menu You can make your favourite programme lists and skip unwanted programmes etc ŶTo return to TV EXIT 1 Select DVB or Analogue 2 DVB Proﬁle Edit and DVB Service List are available in DVB mode only Analogue Service...

Page 29: ...ogue Services You can change the programme name and programme position for Analogue programmes This function is available in Analogue mode If a VCR is connected only with the RF cable edit VCR Select the programme to edit BBC1 Analogue Service List 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 select Programme position Name Edit ŶTo change the name displayed when selecting programmes Select Rename green Set characters Edit Servi...

Page 30: ...rogrammes Select Setup 3 Select Tuning Menu 4 Display the menu Select a function 5 You can retune all the TV programmes when moving house or search for new services which may have recently started broadcasting ŶTo return to TV EXIT 2 access select access select 1 Select DVB or Analogue DVB Manual Tuning Add New DVB Services New Service Message and DVB Signal Condition are available in DVB mode onl...

Page 31: ... or Analogue programmes automatically Auto Setup DVB Signal Condition DVB Programme CH70 CBBC Channel Signal Quality Signal Strength 0 10 0 10 Selects a programme and checks the DVB signal condition To change the programme A good Signal Strength is not an indication of suitable signal for DVB reception Please use the Signal Quality indicator as follows Signal Quality Green bar Good Yellow bar Poor...

Page 32: ...y Please enter new PIN PIN Child Lock Child Lock List Change PIN Access Wed 12 05 04 10 46 Child Lock List Services and AV BBC One Wales Name 1 BBC THREE 7 E4 14 VCR BBC1 1 2 AV1 AV2 S Lock Free TV Free TV Free TV Analogue Analogue Analogue AV AV Type VCR 1 3 2 4 6 5 7 9 8 0 ŶTo change the PIN number Select Change PIN in and enter a new PIN number twice Appears when the programme input is locked E...

Page 33: ...screen instructions Auto Setup will automatically start when Mains power On Off switch is next turned On p 12 ŶTo retune TV programmes only e g after moving house Auto Setup p 31 3 2 4 Select Setup Select Shipping Condition Display the menu Set ŶTo 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...

Page 34: ...ut Labels AV1 DVD AV2 S AV2 S COMPONENT COMPONENT AV3 S AV3 S HDMI1 HDMI1 HDMI2 HDMI2 MENU 34 Input Labels 2 3 4 Select Setup Select Input Labels Display the menu Select a input terminal and set ŶTo 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 20 set s...

Page 35: ...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 36: ...Q 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 ŶVIERA 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 fun...

Page 37: ...e equipment Q Link terminal setup in Setup Menu Q Link p 25 AV1 AV2 out p 25 Download preset programme language country region setting Preset download Download p 25 or Auto Setup p 31 or Auto Setup when first using the TV p 12 ŶFeatures available Some recorders are not applicable Read the manual of the recorder Direct TV Recording What you see is What you record INPUT RETURN MENU OK ASPECT OPTION ...

Page 38: ...er might be required For details read the manual of the recorder Download preset programme language country region setting Preset download Download p 25 or Auto Setup p 31 or Auto Setup when first using the TV p 12 Set VIERA Link On in Setup Menu VIERA Link p 25 Set up the TV After connection turn the equipment on and then switch the TV on Select the input mode to HDMI1 or HDMI2 p 20 and make sure...

Page 39: ...mme HDAVIControl3 and RecorderwithHDD Pause Live TV Direct TV Recording What you see is What you record HDAVI Control 3 Direct TV Rec INPUT RETURN MENU ASPECT OPTION VCR 1 3 2 4 6 5 7 9 8 0 GUIDE EXIT OK DIRECTTV REC Recording the current programme in DIGA Recorder immediately This function is available with DIGA Recorder which has HDAVI Control 3 function Connect DIGA Recorder with both HDMI and ...

Page 40: ...onnected equipment is displayed But you cannot access it Use its own remote control to operate the equipment Direct TV Rec Speaker Selection VIERA Link Menu Home Cinema 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 e...

Page 41: ...ck starts Image 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 t...

Page 42: ...TV Recording AV3 42 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 50 VIDEO or S VIDEO AUDIO Headphones Camcorder Game equipment ŶTo adjust volume Headphone Volume in the Sound Menu p 24 M3 stereo mini plug Amplifier with...

Page 43: ...OMPONENT AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN Y PB PR L R L R 43 External Equipment Set top box DVD Recorder VCR SCART cable RF cable SCART cable To watch satellite broadcasts To record playback DVD Recorder Fully wired HDMI compliant cable Viewing Listening or Fully wired HDMI compliant cable HDMI equipment RCA cable ...

Page 44: ...60i O O 525 480 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 DV...

Page 45: ...splayed To download new software press OK Downloading approx 20 mins If you choose not to download press EXIT Updating the software system DVB mode SCART S VIDEO and HDMI terminal information ŶAV1 SCART terminal RGB VIDEO Q Link Suitable inputs for AV1 include RGB Red Green Blue Chrominance in Luminance in Chrominance earth Luminance earth ŶAV3 S VIDEO 4 pin terminal ŶHDMI terminal ŶAV2 SCART term...

Page 46: ...d properly The above signals are reformatted for optimal viewing on your display COMPONENT Y PB PR HDMI Mark Applicable input signal Signal name COMPONENT HDMI 525 480 60i 525 480 60p 625 576 50i 625 576 50p 750 720 60p 750 720 50p 1 125 1 080 60i 1 125 1 080 50i 1 125 1 080 60p 1 125 1 080 50p 1 125 1 080 24p ...

Page 47: ...sult your nearest dealer 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 conﬁrm SCART cable and connection Also please set AV1 AV2 out in the Setup Menu p 25 VIERA Link function does not work and an error message appears Conﬁrm the connection Turn the connected equipment on and then switch...

Page 48: ...then turn them On again Check an input signal from the equipment p 46 Use an equipment compliant with EIA CEA 861 861B Unusual image is displayed Turn off the TV with Mains power On Off switch then turn it On again TV goes into Standby mode Off Timer function is activated The TV enters Standby mode about 30 mins after analogue broadcasting ends The remote control does not work Are the batteries in...

Page 49: ...ated afﬁliates GEMSTAR TV GUIDE INTERNATIONAL INC AND OR ITS RELATED AFFILIATES ARE NOT IN ANY WAY LIABLE FOR THE ACCURACY OF THE PROGRAM SCHEDULE INFORMATION PROVIDED BY THE GUIDE PLUS SYSTEM IN NO EVENT SHALL GEMSTAR TV GUIDE INTERNATIONAL INC AND OR ITS RELATED AFFILIATES BE LIABLE FOR ANY AMOUNTS REPRESENTING LOSS OF PROFITS LOSS OF BUSINESS OR INDIRECT SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES IN CONN...

Page 50: ...ack from NTSC Video recorders VCR TV signals may not be received in some areas Aerial Rear VHF UHF Operating Conditions Temperature 0 C 35 C Humidity 20 80 RH non condensing Connection Terminals AV1 Scart terminal 21 Pin terminal Audio Video in Audio Video out RGB in Q Link AV2 Scart terminal 21 Pin terminal Audio Video in Audio Video out RGB in S Video in Q Link AV3 VIDEO RCA PIN Type 1 1 0 V p p...

Page 51: ...FAQs etc Speciﬁ cations 51 MEMO ...

Page 52: ...ction point 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 European Union This symbol is only valid in the European Union If...

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