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Model No.
Número de modelo
TC-42PX24
TC-50PX24
Operating Instructions
42”/50” Class 720p Plasma HDTV
(41.6/49.9 inches measured diagonally)
Manual de instrucciones
Televisión de alta definición de 720p y
clase 42”/50” de Plasma
(41,6/49,9 pulgadas medidas diagonalmente)
For more detailed instructions, refer to the Operating Instructions
on the CD-ROM. Contents
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Safety Precautions The lightning flash with arrowhead within a triangle is CAUTION intended to tell the user that parts inside the product are a risk RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK of electric shock to persons. DO NOT OPEN The exclamation point within a triangle is intended to tell the user that important WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover or back. operating and servicing No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. instru
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Do not place any objects on top of the Plasma TV. If water or an object gets inside the Plasma TV, if the If water spills onto the Plasma TV or foreign objects get Plasma TV is dropped, or if the enclosure becomes inside it, a short-circuit may occur which could result in damaged, unplug the power supply cord immediately. fire or electric shock. If any foreign objects get inside the A short-circuit may occur, which could cause a fire. Contact Plasma TV, please consult an Authorized Service
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Safety Precautions (Continued) CEA CHILD SAFETY NOTICES: 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. The consumer electronics industry (of which Panasonic is a member) is committed to making home entertainment enjoyable and safe.
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FCC STATEMENT This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a 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. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
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Accessories/Optional Accessory Accessories Check you have all the items shown. Accessories Remote Control Batteries for the AC cord Transmitter Remote Control N2QAYB000485 Transmitter (2) AA Battery TC-42PX24 TC-50PX24 Pedestal TBLX0134 (TC-42PX24) Operating Instructions (Book) TBLX0135 (TC-50PX24) Operating Instructions (CD-ROM) VIERA Concierge and Quick start guide Product Registration Card (U.S.A.) How to assemble (p. 7) Please contact your nearest Panasonic dealer to purchase the recomme
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Attaching the pedestal to TV ■Assembling the pedestal A Fix securely with assembly screws . (Total 4 screws) Tighten screws firmly. A Accessories Pole Assembly screws R (4 of each) A L Pole XYN5+F18FN M5 × 18 (Silver) Front B THEL078N (for 42”) THEL080N (for 50”) Base M5 × 30 (Black) (Image: TBLX0135) Poles (2) ■ Set-up Carry out work on a horizontal and level surface. L R Tighten screws firmly. Bottom view B L or R is printed at the bottom of the poles. Rear side Base (1) A
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Accessories/Optional Accessory (Continued) AC cord connection To attach To remove Keep pushing both sides until they snap Insert it firmly until the and pull. tabs on both sides click into place. 8
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Basic Connection Connecting Antenna (To watch TV) Example TV VHF/UHF Antenna VHF/UHF Antenna NTSC (National Television System Committee): • Conventional broadcasting ATSC (Advanced Television Systems Committee): • Cable TV Digital TV Standards include digital high-definition television (HDTV), standard-definition television (SDTV), data broadcasting, multi- channel surround-sound audio and interactive television. To connect the antenna terminal VHF/UHF Antenna AC 120 V 60 Hz Cable TV or AC Co
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High-Definition Standard-Definition Basic Connection (Continued) AV cable connections To use HDMI terminals AV Equipment HDMI AV OUT e.g. Blu-ray Disc player Connecting to HDMI terminals will enable you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality sound. The HDMI connection is required for a 1080p signal. To use COMPONENT terminals Y red green green PB COMPONENT VIDEO OUT blue blue blue AV Equipment PR red red green e.g. Blu-ray Disc L player white white white AUDIO R OUT red re
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Identifying Controls TV controls/indicators Front of the TV Back of the TV SD card slot Selects channels in sequence Volume up/down Displays the Main Menu. POWER Remote control button sensor within about 23 feet (7 meters) in Changes the input Video Input 2 connector front of the TV set. mode Chooses Menu and Power indicator Submenu entries. (on: red, off: no light) C.A.T.S. sensor Plasma C.A.T.S. (Contrast Automatic Tracking System) Note The TV consumes a small amount of electric ener
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First Time Setup First time setup screen is displayed only when the TV is turned on for the first time after the power cord is inserted into a wall outlet and when “Auto power on” (p. 17) is set to “No”. Turn the TV On with the POWER button or (TV) (Remote) or Configure your viewing mode Select your language Language / Idioma / Langue English Español Français select OK Select your viewing mode (Be sure to select “Home Use”) Set viewing mode Step 2 of 6 Home Use Store Demonstration select
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Auto channel setup (ANT/Cable setup) Select the connected Antenna in terminal ANT/Cable setup Step 3 of 6 Not used: Go to Cable Antenna Not used (Label inputs) ANTENNA select Cable In ANTENNA OK Cable In OK Select “Not used” when viewing TV via Satellite receiver or Cable box. Note: Select Select RETURN “Cable” when viewing via Cable DTA Box. Select “Not used” when no wire is connected to the “Antenna/Cable” terminal. Typical when a Cable/Satellite box is connected to a TV input. Prevents
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First Time Setup (Continued) Select the Input labels (Label inputs) Select NEXT then press OK to go to the next step. Blu-r Label inputs Step 5 of 6 Video 2 GA GA select HDMI 1 NEXT or HDMI 2 Component 1 set 1 @. 2 ABC 3 DEF Component 2 OK 4 GHI 5 JKL 6MNO Video 1 7PQRS 8 TUV 9WXYZ Select Video 2 RETURN LAST 0 - , Blu-ray, DVD ... PC Next R G ABC abc B Y Delete HDMI HDMI 1 @. 2 3 Select ABC DEF Follow the instructions on Edit 4 GHI 5 JKL 6MNO Press RIGHT to select a label for each input. Chan
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How to Use Menu Functions Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions so that you can enjoy watching TV best suited for you. Display the menu Shows the functions that can be adjusted. Some functions will be disabled depending on the type of input signal. Menu structure Menu bar Menu Input labels Press OK to move to the Menu items. HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Component 1 Menu items Component 2 Video 1 Press OK to proceed to the next Video 2 screen if available. PC
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Aspect Advanced picture Advanced audio adjustments Closed Picture Audio caption How to Use Menu Functions Menu list Menu Item Adjustments/Configurations (alternatives) Reset to defaults* Resets all picture adjustments to factory default settings except for “Advanced picture”. Basic picture mode. (Vivid/Standard/Cinema/Custom) Picture mode Adjusts the color, brightness, etc. for each Picture mode to suit your taste. Display range Contrast, Brightness, • Contrast/Brightness/Color/Sharpness: 0
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Advanced Anti Image VIERA Link settings ECO/energy saving retention setup Setup Setup SUB MENU (Continued) Menu list Menu Item Adjustments/Configurations (alternatives) Sets the mode to select the channel with the Channel up/down button. (All/Favorite/Digital only/Analog only) Channel surf mode Favorite: Only channels registered as FAVORITE. • Language Selects the screen menu language. Adjusts the clock. Clock Sets channels. ANT/Cable setup Selects the terminal and label of the external eq
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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 For additional assistance, please contact us via the website at: www.panasonic.com/contactinfo www.panasonic.ca White spots or shadow images (noise) Check the position, direction, and connection of the antenna. Pictures from external Interference or equipment ar
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Screen Sound TV set 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). Problem Actions The function to prevent “Image retention” is activated. (Not a faulty symptom) “VIERA” logo moves on The screen saver is activated if the TV unit is not operated • the
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Limited Warranty (for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico only) PANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY, DIVISION OF PANASONIC CORPORATION OF NORTH AMERICA One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 Panasonic Plasma Television Limited Warranty Limited Warranty Coverage If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company (referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts wi
