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Please read these instructions before operating your set and retain them for illustrative purposes only. customers only) Thank you for purchasing this manual are for future reference. The images shown in this Panasonic product. panasonic.com/support Register online at www.panasonic.com/register (U.S. TC-50A400U For assistance (U.S.A.), please visit: www. F0314-1034 English Español TQB2AC0134 Owner's Manual 50" Class 1080p LED LCD TV (49.5 inches measured diagonally) Model No.
Please read these instructions before operating your set and retain them for illustrative purposes only. customers only) Thank you for purchasing this manual are for future reference. The images shown in this Panasonic product. panasonic.com/support Register online at www.panasonic.com/register (U.S. TC-50A400U For assistance (U.S.A.), please visit: www. F0314-1034 English Español TQB2AC0134 Owner's Manual 50" Class 1080p LED LCD TV (49.5 inches measured diagonally) Model No.
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Contents Safety Precautions 4 Setting Up the TV 8 Connecting the TV 10 First Time Setup 12 Operating the TV 13 Watching External Inputs 15 Favorite Channels 15 Using Media Player 16 Using the Menu Functions 18 Auto Program 22 Manual Program 22 Input Labels 23 Ratings List for Parental Control 23 Additional Information 25 Maintenance 27 Troubleshooting 27 Specifications 29 Limited Warranty (for U.S.A 30 Customer Services Directory (for U.S.A 31 2 English Illustrations shown may be different between models and countries.
Contents Safety Precautions 4 Setting Up the TV 8 Connecting the TV 10 First Time Setup 12 Operating the TV 13 Watching External Inputs 15 Favorite Channels 15 Using Media Player 16 Using the Menu Functions 18 Auto Program 22 Manual Program 22 Input Labels 23 Ratings List for Parental Control 23 Additional Information 25 Maintenance 27 Troubleshooting 27 Specifications 29 Limited Warranty (for U.S.A 30 Customer Services Directory (for U.S.A 31 2 English Illustrations shown may be different between models and countries.
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... Electrical Code provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of space around the TV. Install in accordance with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table specified by placing the TV on or pinched particularly at least 4 inches (10 cm) of the lead-in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is...
... Electrical Code provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of space around the TV. Install in accordance with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table specified by placing the TV on or pinched particularly at least 4 inches (10 cm) of the lead-in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is...
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... this unit will need for service. 21) When replacement parts are covered by following conditions: a. Therefore, make sure the unit has been installed so that have the same characteristics as improper adjustment of other open flames away from this product at all times. 25) WARNING...control devices such as contact with the operation of the pacemaker. 28) CAUTION: The Power switch on vacation). 29) CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THIS PLUG WITH A RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE. 30) CAUTION: USE WITH OTHER STAND...
... this unit will need for service. 21) When replacement parts are covered by following conditions: a. Therefore, make sure the unit has been installed so that have the same characteristics as improper adjustment of other open flames away from this product at all times. 25) WARNING...control devices such as contact with the operation of the pacemaker. 28) CAUTION: The Power switch on vacation). 29) CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THIS PLUG WITH A RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE. 30) CAUTION: USE WITH OTHER STAND...
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... Support Contact: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Flat panel displays that all televisions - If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which the receiver is connected. • Consult the Panasonic Service Center or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. WARNING Flat panel displays are inappropriately situated on the proper stands or installed...
... Support Contact: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Flat panel displays that all televisions - If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which the receiver is connected. • Consult the Panasonic Service Center or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. WARNING Flat panel displays are inappropriately situated on the proper stands or installed...
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... installer to the wall-hanging bracket installation manual. Always ensure that typically give off high heat. English 9 Setting Up the TV 1 Assemble the pedestal 2 1 2 Attach the TV to the pedestal 1 2 Removing the pedestal from the TV Be sure to remove the pedestal in injury and product damage. ●Panasonic disclaims liability for wall-hanging bracket installation a: 15.8" (400 mm) b: 7.9" (200 mm) ■ Screw specification Type M6 Depth of screw Screw for fixing the...
... installer to the wall-hanging bracket installation manual. Always ensure that typically give off high heat. English 9 Setting Up the TV 1 Assemble the pedestal 2 1 2 Attach the TV to the pedestal 1 2 Removing the pedestal from the TV Be sure to remove the pedestal in injury and product damage. ●Panasonic disclaims liability for wall-hanging bracket installation a: 15.8" (400 mm) b: 7.9" (200 mm) ■ Screw specification Type M6 Depth of screw Screw for fixing the...
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... HDMI COMPONENT IN ANTENNA/ Cable In VIDEO IN If you select [No], select the signal type. Select "Home use ], perform [Reset to defaults] in the [Setup] menu (p. 21). ANTENNA/Cable setup Do you use a Cable, Satellite or Fiber Optic box with this TV in your home. ANTENNA/Cable setup Which wiring method is used to connect your box to the TV. Cable service (No Box) Over-the-Air Antenna ANTENNA/ Cable In Please select your box to the TV? First Time Setup First Time Setup When you first turn on de la langue English...
... HDMI COMPONENT IN ANTENNA/ Cable In VIDEO IN If you select [No], select the signal type. Select "Home use ], perform [Reset to defaults] in the [Setup] menu (p. 21). ANTENNA/Cable setup Do you use a Cable, Satellite or Fiber Optic box with this TV in your home. ANTENNA/Cable setup Which wiring method is used to connect your box to the TV. Cable service (No Box) Over-the-Air Antenna ANTENNA/ Cable In Please select your box to the TV? First Time Setup First Time Setup When you first turn on de la langue English...
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... set. 6 Power LED ●On: Red Off: No light ●The TV consumes a small amount of digital channels 0 This may take some time to complete. Enjoy your next power on the TV. Press OK to quit Auto program completed. OK Select OK Scanning in progress... Auto program Progress 4% Number of analog channels 3 Number of electric energy even when turned off. Yes No Auto scan may take 20 minutes or more to complete. First Time Setup | Operating...
... set. 6 Power LED ●On: Red Off: No light ●The TV consumes a small amount of digital channels 0 This may take some time to complete. Enjoy your next power on the TV. Press OK to quit Auto program completed. OK Select OK Scanning in progress... Auto program Progress 4% Number of analog channels 3 Number of electric energy even when turned off. Yes No Auto scan may take 20 minutes or more to complete. First Time Setup | Operating...
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... input is "Antenna/ Cable") ●[Channel surf mode]: Specify favorites or type of channels to view. [All / Favorite / Digital only / Analog only] ●[Signal meter]: Check the signal strength if interference is found or freezing occurs on a digital image. 8 Colored buttons ●Performs multiple operations which correspond to the operation guide displayed on the menu screen. 9 Volume Up / Down 10 Sound Mute On / Off 11 Numeric keypad to select channel 12 Selects digital channel number ●Example: CH15-1: 13 Selects Closed Caption mode ●Digital...
... input is "Antenna/ Cable") ●[Channel surf mode]: Specify favorites or type of channels to view. [All / Favorite / Digital only / Analog only] ●[Signal meter]: Check the signal strength if interference is found or freezing occurs on a digital image. 8 Colored buttons ●Performs multiple operations which correspond to the operation guide displayed on the menu screen. 9 Volume Up / Down 10 Sound Mute On / Off 11 Numeric keypad to select channel 12 Selects digital channel number ●Example: CH15-1: 13 Selects Closed Caption mode ●Digital...
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... channel While [Favorite list] is displayed: Select the channel to remove OK Press to remove English 15 Operating the TV | Watching External Inputs | Favorite Channels About operation guide When operating the TV with the remote control, follow the operation guide available at the bottom of the connected equipment INPUT Input select ANTENNA/Cable In HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Comp./Video Select Change EXIT RETURN Note ●You can label or skip each input mode "Input Labels" (p. 23) Favorite Channels You can set , display [Favorite list] FAVORITE F Favorite list 14-1 ATSC-1 2 Select...
... channel While [Favorite list] is displayed: Select the channel to remove OK Press to remove English 15 Operating the TV | Watching External Inputs | Favorite Channels About operation guide When operating the TV with the remote control, follow the operation guide available at the bottom of the connected equipment INPUT Input select ANTENNA/Cable In HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Comp./Video Select Change EXIT RETURN Note ●You can label or skip each input mode "Input Labels" (p. 23) Favorite Channels You can set , display [Favorite list] FAVORITE F Favorite list 14-1 ATSC-1 2 Select...
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...;Insert or remove straight and completely. B [Info] Information panel INFO Media player Photos File name Date Size 1/70 100-0001.jpg 15/04/2011 640x480 All photos View Select Slideshow EXIT RETURN View select Info USB OPTION Slideshow settings Drive select Media select Displays data information (file name, date, size, etc.) ●Information differs depending on a USB Flash Memory. ●During the operation, audio signal is output from DIGITAL AUDIO OUT and HDMI 2 (ARC function) terminals...
...;Insert or remove straight and completely. B [Info] Information panel INFO Media player Photos File name Date Size 1/70 100-0001.jpg 15/04/2011 640x480 All photos View Select Slideshow EXIT RETURN View select Info USB OPTION Slideshow settings Drive select Media select Displays data information (file name, date, size, etc.) ●Information differs depending on a USB Flash Memory. ●During the operation, audio signal is output from DIGITAL AUDIO OUT and HDMI 2 (ARC function) terminals...
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...: Menu Item Setting Main Menu Picture Reset to enter the submenu. Normal Select Enter EXIT RETURN Operation guide 2 Select the menu Select OK Access 3 Select an item, then change the setting Select item OK Change setting Some items have submenus, press OK or right cursor to defaults Picture mode Standard Sound Back light Contrast 80 100 Lock Brightness 50 Color 100 TV Tint 0 Sharpness 50 Setup Color temp. Valid only for normal viewing conditions with 480p video signal. ■ [Black level] Adjusts...
...: Menu Item Setting Main Menu Picture Reset to enter the submenu. Normal Select Enter EXIT RETURN Operation guide 2 Select the menu Select OK Access 3 Select an item, then change the setting Select item OK Change setting Some items have submenus, press OK or right cursor to defaults Picture mode Standard Sound Back light Contrast 80 100 Lock Brightness 50 Color 100 TV Tint 0 Sharpness 50 Setup Color temp. Valid only for normal viewing conditions with 480p video signal. ■ [Black level] Adjusts...
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... ] [Digital]: When sound is carried via the HDMI-DVI adaptor cable connection. Note Some menus/items are grayed out depending on when using external speakers. [Off / On] ●When you set to [User]. ●Select the frequency and change the frequency level by using the cursor buttons. ●To enhance the bass sound, raise the level of each frequency to the default settings, select [Reset to Defaults] by using the cursor button, and...
... ] [Digital]: When sound is carried via the HDMI-DVI adaptor cable connection. Note Some menus/items are grayed out depending on when using external speakers. [Off / On] ●When you set to [User]. ●Select the frequency and change the frequency level by using the cursor buttons. ●To enhance the bass sound, raise the level of each frequency to the default settings, select [Reset to Defaults] by using the cursor button, and...
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...] Locks external inputs accordingly. [HDMI 1-2 / Comp./Video] [Change password] Changes the password. ●Input the new 4-digit password, then input again to enter your password each rating level (U.S.TV Ratings, U.S. Movie Ratings, C.E.L.R., C.F.L.R.) [U.S. TV [ANTENNA/Cable signal] Selects the input for [Auto program] (p. 22) and [Manual program] (p. 22). [Antenna / Cable] [Auto program] (p. 22) [Manual program] (p. 22) [MTS] Selects the Audio mode for watching TV. [Mono / Stereo / SAP] [Audio language] Selects the language for TV programs. [English / Spanish / French] ●Set...
...] Locks external inputs accordingly. [HDMI 1-2 / Comp./Video] [Change password] Changes the password. ●Input the new 4-digit password, then input again to enter your password each rating level (U.S.TV Ratings, U.S. Movie Ratings, C.E.L.R., C.F.L.R.) [U.S. TV [ANTENNA/Cable signal] Selects the input for [Auto program] (p. 22) and [Manual program] (p. 22). [Antenna / Cable] [Auto program] (p. 22) [Manual program] (p. 22) [MTS] Selects the Audio mode for watching TV. [Mono / Stereo / SAP] [Audio language] Selects the language for TV programs. [English / Spanish / French] ●Set...
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... / Power TV off] - English 21 Using the Menu Functions Setup [Language] Changes language for on-screen displays. [English / Español / Français] [Timer set] ■ [Sleep timer] Sets the period after which the TV will turn off if it is still in Rec mode. • The TV remains on even if the HDMI connected equipment is turned off. [About] Displays TV version and software license. [Reset to the shut-off. [Closed caption...
... / Power TV off] - English 21 Using the Menu Functions Setup [Language] Changes language for on-screen displays. [English / Español / Français] [Timer set] ■ [Sleep timer] Sets the period after which the TV will turn off if it is still in Rec mode. • The TV remains on even if the HDMI connected equipment is turned off. [About] Displays TV version and software license. [Reset to the shut-off. [Closed caption...
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... Menu Picture Sound Lock TV Language Timer set Closed caption Input labels HDMI control About Reset to defaults Setup English Access 3 Select an input terminal and set Main Menu Picture Sound Lock ANTENNA/Cable In HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Comp./Video TV Setup Blu-ray ●The labels you set by the entertainment industry. TV programs ratings [U.S. FV blocked - It contains little or no violence, no strong language, and little or no sexual dialogue or situations. Blocked ■ TV-PG Parental guidance suggested. Ratings List...
... Menu Picture Sound Lock TV Language Timer set Closed caption Input labels HDMI control About Reset to defaults Setup English Access 3 Select an input terminal and set Main Menu Picture Sound Lock ANTENNA/Cable In HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Comp./Video TV Setup Blu-ray ●The labels you set by the entertainment industry. TV programs ratings [U.S. FV blocked - It contains little or no violence, no strong language, and little or no sexual dialogue or situations. Blocked ■ TV-PG Parental guidance suggested. Ratings List...
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... codes for USB devices may be on the following website. (English only) http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/tv/ HDMI connection This TV incorporates HDMI™ technology. Additional Information 26 English DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal You can enjoy your DVD player and DVD-Audio software, the copyright protection function may operate and disable optical output. USB Hub or card adapter is recommended to connect the USB Flash Memory directly to the TV's USB port. ●Some USB...
... codes for USB devices may be on the following website. (English only) http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/tv/ HDMI connection This TV incorporates HDMI™ technology. Additional Information 26 English DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal You can enjoy your DVD player and DVD-Audio software, the copyright protection function may operate and disable optical output. USB Hub or card adapter is recommended to connect the USB Flash Memory directly to the TV's USB port. ●Some USB...
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... recorder or output monitor is plugged in diluted, mild liquid dish soap and then wring the cloth dry. Picture Why is there no picture or just a blue, black or snowy screen being output in analog format, the CC data will cause deterioration.) Troubleshooting Before requesting service or assistance, please follow the message's instructions. not blinking). Press the INPUT button on the TV. ●If a digital program is dry...
... recorder or output monitor is plugged in diluted, mild liquid dish soap and then wring the cloth dry. Picture Why is there no picture or just a blue, black or snowy screen being output in analog format, the CC data will cause deterioration.) Troubleshooting Before requesting service or assistance, please follow the message's instructions. not blinking). Press the INPUT button on the TV. ●If a digital program is dry...
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... black bars appear on the top and bottom and/or sides of the screen? Change the format (aspect ratio) of the picture by pressing SAP on the remote control (p. 14). If the TV is connected to a Home Theater via an HDMI connected device, such as kitchen appliances, fluorescent lights or light dimmers are nearby. Note: Some content, such as changing channels when using Cable or Satellite boxes or operating non-Panasonic...
... black bars appear on the top and bottom and/or sides of the screen? Change the format (aspect ratio) of the picture by pressing SAP on the remote control (p. 14). If the TV is connected to a Home Theater via an HDMI connected device, such as kitchen appliances, fluorescent lights or light dimmers are nearby. Note: Some content, such as changing channels when using Cable or Satellite boxes or operating non-Panasonic...
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... of original purchase ("Limited Warranty period"), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, (b) replace it cover markings or retained images on the glass panel resulting from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, bug infestation, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up to date information. Limited Warranty (for Limited Warranty service. Limited Warranty (for U.S.A.) Panasonic Television Limited Warranty Limited Warranty Coverage If your product...
... of original purchase ("Limited Warranty period"), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, (b) replace it cover markings or retained images on the glass panel resulting from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, bug infestation, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up to date information. Limited Warranty (for Limited Warranty service. Limited Warranty (for U.S.A.) Panasonic Television Limited Warranty Limited Warranty Coverage If your product...