Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product TCP42XT50 Panasonic
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Owner ’s Manual 42”/50” Class 720p Plasma HDTV (41.9/49.9 inches measured diagonally) Manual de usuario T elevisión de alta definición de 720p y clase 42”/50” de Plasma (41,9/49,9 pulgadas medidas diagonalmente) For assistance (U.S.A./Puerto Rico), please call: 1-877-95-VIERA (958-4372) www .
2 This product incorporates the following software or technology: (1) the software developed independently by or for Panasonic Corporation, (2) the software owned by third party and licensed to Panaso.
3 Basic Advanced Support Information Getting started VIERA Link™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High- Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.
4 Safety Precautions W ARNING: T o reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. Do not place liquid containers (flower vase, cups, cosmetics, etc.
5 ● In the unlikely event that you receive a shock from this product, it is possible that your household outlet may be wired improperly . Have an electrician verify that the TV’ s outlet is properly wired. If the symptom persists, have the TV serviced by a qualified authorized technician.
6 CEA CHILD SAFETY NOTICES W ARNING Flat panel displays are not always supported on the proper stands or installed according to the manufacturer ’s recommendations. Flat panel displays that are inappropriately situated on dressers, bookcases, shelves, desks, speakers, chests or carts may fall over and may cause personal injury or even death.
7 FCC and IC ST A TEMENT This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for an Other Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
8 Accessories/Optional Accessories Accessories Remote Control T ransmitter N2QA YB000704 Batteries for the Remote Control T ransmitter (2) AA Battery Power cord Accessories Check you have all the items shown. Quick start guide Owner ’s Manual Product Registration Card (U.
9 Getting started Accessories/Optional Accessories Accessories Assembly screws XYN4+F10FNK (Black) size (M4 x 10) (5) XYN5+F16FN (silver) size (M5 x 16) (7) Bracket (1) TBL5ZA3238 Neck (1) TXFBL5Z0069.
10 Power cord connection T o attach T o remove Insert it firmly until the tabs on both sides click into place. Keep pushing both sides until they snap and pull. Attaching Ferrite Core Be sure to attach the provided ferrite core to the HDMI cable/USB cable (not supplied) to reduce interference or electrical noise.
11 Getting started Connections Accessories/Optional Accessories B C A Connections Connection Panels Power Cord (Connect after all the other connections have been made.
12 A V cable connection Audio connection Best Good Basic (Not HD) T o use HDMI terminals L R ● VIERA Link connection, please refer to p. 26 HDMI A V OUT HDMI-DVI Conversion cable DVI OUT AUDIO OUT e.g. Blu-ray Disc player e.g. Blu-ray Disc player A V Equipment A V Equipment Connect to Audio input terminal HDMI connection (p.
13 Getting started Identifying Controls Connections Identifying Controls Note ● The TV consumes a small amount of electric energy even when turned of f.
14 or T urn the TV On with the POWER button or (Remote) (TV) Setup the following items ● Select your language ● Select your country ● Select your viewing mode (Be sure to select “ Home Use”) If you select “ Store Demonstration” by mistake, confirmation screen will be displayed.
Basic Getting started 15 W atching TV First T ime Setup W atching TV T urn power on (TV) or (Remote) Note Please select correct input --> (p. 17) Select a channel number up down or • CH buttons are also available on the side of the TV . [For Cable/Satellite box connection] - Use your connected box’s remote control.
16 Change aspect ratio and Zoom the picture ■ Press FORMA T to cycle through the aspect modes (p. 39) • 480i, 480p: FULL/JUST/4:3/ ZOOM • 1080p, 1080i, 720p: FULL/H-FILL/JUST/4:3/ZOOM Use when the picture does not fill the whole screen (bars appears on either side of the image) or portions of the picture is trimmed.
17 Basic W atching content from external devices W atching TV Using VIERA TOOLS Using VIERA T OOLS Display VIERA T OOLS and select the item select next Set each item 3D Change the view 3D ⇔ 2D (p. 19) VIERA Link VIERA Link menu (p. 29) Media player Media player (p.
18 Precautions for Viewing 3D Images Cautions During V iewing Do not use devices that emit strong electromagnetic waves (such as cellular phones or personal transceivers) near the 3D Eyewear .
19 Basic Viewing 3D images on TV Change the view 3D ⇔ 2D ■ Simply switches 3D ⇔ 2D images (Auto mode) ● Switches to Manual mode (see below) 3D format select 3D 2D select OK (example) ● VIERA TOOLS -->p. 17 ”3D” icon also available. ■ Change 3D format (Manual mode) During above operation press red button and switch to Manual mode.
20 Using Media player Y ou can view still and motion images and play music saved on a USB flash memory and an SD card. Basic features for Media player ■ A vailable contents and features Option menu Photos --> p. 22-23 Videos --> p. 24 Music --> p.
21 Basic Using Media player Viewing Contents Insert Media (SD card or USB flash memory) • Auto play setting Setup > Advanced setup > Image viewer auto play Display Media player Select Drive an.
22 Photos view [Photos thumbnail] s o t o h p l l A Photos r e y a l p a i d e M Media select Slideshow Drive select Info SD memory card OK Select RETURN Sort OPTION [Features] ● Slideshow setting .
23 Basic Using Media player Sort Display “Sort select” menu and select item select OK Folders Sort by date Sort by month Displayed each view Sort by Date 24/11/2009 01/12/2009 03/12/2009 20/12/200.
24 Videos view [Videos thumbnail] Titles/Folders view Videos r e y a l p a i d e M 2009_9 Nature2 Nature3 Nature4 Nature5 Nature6 2009_4 2009_7 Trip1 Trip2 Trip3 Trip4 Trip5 Room Nature1 Media select .
25 Basic Advanced Simultaneously control all Panasonic “HDA VI Control” equipped components using one button on the TV remote. Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with compatible Panasonic products. This TV supports “HDA VI Control 5” function.
26 VIERA Link™ Connections (with VIERA Link function) ■ T erminal overview Back of the TV ■ Connecting Blu-ray Disc player/DVD Recorder (DIGA) Blu-ray Disc player/DVD recorder (DIGA) with VIERA Link function HDMI cable ■ Connecting Home theater system/A V amp HDMI 2 is recommended.
27 VIERA Link TM “HDA VI Control TM ” Advanced VIERA Link settings and Available features T o use all VIERA Link functions: After everything is connected, in VIERA Link settings menu, set “VIERA Link” to “On”. Some features are disabled depending on the “HDA VI Control” version of the equipment.
28 Automatic Input Switching When using a Blu-ray Disc player , DVD player/recorder or Home theater system, the TV will automatically change to the appropriate input, when playback begins on one of those devices. • For a Home theater system the speakers automatically switch to the theater system.
29 VIERA Link TM “HDA VI Control TM ” Advanced VIERA Link menu and Available features Some features are disabled depending on the “HDA VI Control” version of the equipment.
30 Network Connections Contact your Broadband service provider NOTICE: If you don’t have Internet service by your local provider , please order a high-speed Internet service at no less than the following connection speed. If you already have such service, make sure that the connection speed exceeds the following.
31 Network settings This is a setting for connecting to a broadband environment. Select “Network” Select the settings and set select adjust Menu Picture Network Audio Timer Lock Setup Network Soft.
32 IP address/DNS settings Select “IP/DNS setting mode” and set to “Automatic” (When IP/DNS automatic acquisition in DHCP can be used) IP address/DNS settings IP setting mode IP address 192.168.0.5 Subnet mask 255.255.255.0 Default gateway 192.
33 Using Network services Online Movies settings Select “Online Movies settings” select OK Menu Picture Audio Timer Lock Setup Network Network Connection test Network connection Wireless network s.
34 Other settings In Display “Menu” Select the item select OK Menu Picture Audio 3D settings VIERA Link Set ■ Adjust the Picture, Audio or 3D settings select adjust 0 0 0 0 0 Vivi d Picture 1/2 .
35 Using Network services Using DLNA feature Y ou can share the contents (Photo, Video, Music etc.) stored in DLNA Certified media server with your home network system. Preparations ● Network connections (p. 30) ● Network settings (p. 31-33) Display VIERA T OOLS and select the “DLNA” select next Select server Display available server .
36 Editing and Setting Channels Auto program (Set automatically) Automatically searches and adds available channels to the memory . Select “ANT in” Select “Cable” or “Antenna” Or select “Not used”.
37 Manual program ( Set manually) Use this procedure when changing the channel setup or changing the channel display . Also, use this to add or skip channels from the channel list manually .
38 How to Use Menu Functions V arious menus allow you to set the picture, sound, and other functions so that you can enjoy watching TV best suited for you. Display the menu RETURN Customize label Menu Picture Audio Timer Lock Setup Select or enter the name of the device connected to the HDMI 1 terminal.
39 Advanced Support Information Ratings List for parental control “V -chip” technology enables you to lock channels or shows according to standard ratings set by the entertainment industry . NR Not Rated. G All children and General Audience. PG Parental Guidance suggested.
40 H size ● Aspect Ratio: 4:3 Size 1 Size 2 ● The width will be decreased on both sides to reduce noise. ● Aspect Ratio: FULL/JUST(H-FILL/ZOOM) Size 1 Size 2 ● The width will be increased on both sides to reduce noise.
41 Support Information Cautions when handling SD Cards 2.1 mm 32 mm 24 mm ● Use an SD Card which meets SD standards. If not, it may cause the TV to malfunction. ● Do not remove the card while the unit is accessing data (this can damage card or unit).
42 DIGIT AL AUDIO OUT terminal Y ou can enjoy your Home theater by connecting a Dolby Digital (5.1 channel) decoder and “Multi Channel” amplifier to the DIGIT AL AUDIO OUT terminals. Caution ● Depending on your DVD player and DVD-Audio software the copyright protection function may operate and disable optical output.
43 Support Information Care and Cleaning T echnical Information Care and Cleaning First, unplug the Power cord plug from the wall outlet. Display panel The front of the display panel has been specially treated. Wipe the panel surface gently using only a cleaning cloth or a soft, lint- free cloth.
44 Questions Answers Picture Frequently Asked Questions (F AQ) 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, visit the Panasonic website for further assistance.
45 Support Information Frequently Asked Questions (F AQ) Questions Answers Sound Networking Why is there no sound coming from the TV? Make sure the volume is up and MUTE is off. Confirm the TV speakers are set to ON by pressing MENU and selecting “Audio” --> “Advanced audio”.
46 Questions Answers 3D Other Why doesn’t my 3D video source looks 3D? 1. Begin playing the 3D video source. 2. Ensure that the Panasonic 3D Eyewear (glasses) are on (check the glasses battery) 3. Press “3D” button directly or press the VIERA T OOLS button on the TV’ s remote control and select “3D” 4.
47 Support Information Specifications TC-P42XT50 TC-P50XT50 Power Source AC 120 V , 60 Hz Power Consumption (Rated power / Standby power) 219 W / 0.3 W 272 W / 0.3 W Display Panel Panel System Plasma Display panel Screen size 42 ” class (41.9 inches measured diagonally) 50 ” class (49.
48 Index A Accessories ............................................................. 8 Ant/Cable ............................................................... 36 Antenna ..................................................................1 1 Auto Program .
49 Support Information Limited W arranty (for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico only) Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic W ay .
50 Customer Services Directory (for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico) Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto Rico) Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; locate your nearest Dealer or Service Center; purchase Parts and Accessories; or make Customer Service and Literature requests by visiting our Web Site at: http://www .
51 Support Information Limited W arranty (for Canada) Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 P ANASONIC PRODUCT – LIMITED W ARRANTY Panasonic Canada Inc.
TC-P42XT50 42" Plasma HDTV SPECIFICA TIONS DIMENSIONS JACKS T op View Front View Back View Note: T o make sure that the Plasma T elevision fits the cabinet properly when a high degree of precision is required, we recommend that you use the Plasma T elevision itself to make the necessary cabinet measurements.
TC-P50XT50 50" Plasma HDTV SPECIFICA TIONS DIMENSIONS JACKS T op View Front View Back View Note: T o make sure that the Plasma T elevision fits the cabinet properly when a high degree of precision is required, we recommend that you use the Plasma T elevision itself to make the necessary cabinet measurements.
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