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Experience an amazing level of multimedia excitement VIERA Link™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. VIERA CAST™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. SDHC Logo is a trademark. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks or registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. 2 Turn your own living room into a movie theater!
Experience an amazing level of multimedia excitement VIERA Link™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. VIERA CAST™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. SDHC Logo is a trademark. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks or registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. 2 Turn your own living room into a movie theater!
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...player DVD recorder/ Blu-ray Disc recorder This product qualifies for ENERGY STAR in the "Home Use" setting and this is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. Ratings List for Lock 56 Technical Information 57 Care and Cleaning 61 FAQ 62 Specifications 64 Limited Warranty (for U.S.A. Basic Features Watching...Using VIERA TOOLS 21 Viewing from an SD Card 22 Watching Videos and DVDs 26 VIERA CASTTM 28 Network Camera 30 Displaying PC Screen on TV 32 Advanced Features How to the "Home Use" setting or other factory default settings could result in which energy savings will be achieved....
...player DVD recorder/ Blu-ray Disc recorder This product qualifies for ENERGY STAR in the "Home Use" setting and this is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. Ratings List for Lock 56 Technical Information 57 Care and Cleaning 61 FAQ 62 Specifications 64 Limited Warranty (for U.S.A. Basic Features Watching...Using VIERA TOOLS 21 Viewing from an SD Card 22 Watching Videos and DVDs 26 VIERA CASTTM 28 Network Camera 30 Displaying PC Screen on TV 32 Advanced Features How to the "Home Use" setting or other factory default settings could result in which energy savings will be achieved....
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..., follow the attached installation instructions and use only shielded interface cables when connecting to radio communications. TC-P42G15, TC-P46G15, TC-P50G15 Responsible Party: Contact Source: email: Panasonic Corporation of North America could void the user's authority to operate this device. No user-serviceable parts...interference that to qualified service personnel. Operation is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of fire or electric shock, do not remove cover or back.
..., follow the attached installation instructions and use only shielded interface cables when connecting to radio communications. TC-P42G15, TC-P46G15, TC-P50G15 Responsible Party: Contact Source: email: Panasonic Corporation of North America could void the user's authority to operate this device. No user-serviceable parts...interference that to qualified service personnel. Operation is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of fire or electric shock, do not remove cover or back.
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...prevent fire or electric shock: The Plasma TV is securely connected to overheat, which could generate heat and cause fire.) Ensure that may fall and can cause personal injury or even death if not installed correctly. Have the TV evaluated by Panasonic Corporation. • Wall-hanging ...bracket (Angled) TY-WK4P1RW Be sure to ask a qualified technician to carry out the installation and set-up This Plasma TV may cause the Plasma TV to prevent electrical shock. • An ...
...prevent fire or electric shock: The Plasma TV is securely connected to overheat, which could generate heat and cause fire.) Ensure that may fall and can cause personal injury or even death if not installed correctly. Have the TV evaluated by Panasonic Corporation. • Wall-hanging ...bracket (Angled) TY-WK4P1RW Be sure to ask a qualified technician to carry out the installation and set-up This Plasma TV may cause the Plasma TV to prevent electrical shock. • An ...
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...two people are not designed to the internal circuitry. Panasonic recommends that they cannot be pushed, pulled over and may cause damage to be used as steps, such as UL, CSA, ETL). • Follow all . This Plasma TV radiates infrared rays; Do not apply strong force or... 6 therefore, it cannot be pulled or grabbed by the display and wall mount manufacturers. • If you have any dust from your Plasma TV. Install your ability to making home entertainment enjoyable and safe. Some wall mounts are required for installation. Using a dry cloth, clean any ...
...two people are not designed to the internal circuitry. Panasonic recommends that they cannot be pushed, pulled over and may cause damage to be used as steps, such as UL, CSA, ETL). • Follow all . This Plasma TV radiates infrared rays; Do not apply strong force or... 6 therefore, it cannot be pulled or grabbed by the display and wall mount manufacturers. • If you have any dust from your Plasma TV. Install your ability to making home entertainment enjoyable and safe. Some wall mounts are required for installation. Using a dry cloth, clean any ...
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...; SD Card photo Video game •■ • Set up • Computer image Do not place the unit where it's exposed to remain on the plasma screen ("Image retention"). Use of some types of fluorescent lighting may reduce the remote control's transmission range. 7
...; SD Card photo Video game •■ • Set up • Computer image Do not place the unit where it's exposed to remain on the plasma screen ("Image retention"). Use of some types of fluorescent lighting may reduce the remote control's transmission range. 7
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...) TBLX0092 (TC-P46G15, TC-P50G15) Operating Instructions Viera Concierge and basic instruction for HDTV Product Registration Card (U.S.A.) Customer Care Plan Card (U.S.A.) Optional Accessory Wall-hanging bracket (angle) TY-WK4P1RW Note In order to maintain the TV's performance and safety, be absolutely sure to ...take steps to secure the wall-hanging brackets. Carefully read the instructions accompanying the plasma TV stand or pedestal, and be absolutely sure to ask your ...
...) TBLX0092 (TC-P46G15, TC-P50G15) Operating Instructions Viera Concierge and basic instruction for HDTV Product Registration Card (U.S.A.) Customer Care Plan Card (U.S.A.) Optional Accessory Wall-hanging bracket (angle) TY-WK4P1RW Note In order to maintain the TV's performance and safety, be absolutely sure to ...take steps to secure the wall-hanging brackets. Carefully read the instructions accompanying the plasma TV stand or pedestal, and be absolutely sure to ask your ...
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...the pedestal to support the TV, and it might fall over... sure that all screws are properly tightened during assembly, the pedestal will not be strong enough to TV ■Assembling the pedestal Fix securely with assembly Pole screws B . (Total 4 screws) Base ... . (Total 4 screws) Tighten screws firmly. Do not use any other TV and displays. Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result. 9 If... sufficient care is printed at the bottom of the poles. Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result. If ...
...the pedestal to support the TV, and it might fall over... sure that all screws are properly tightened during assembly, the pedestal will not be strong enough to TV ■Assembling the pedestal Fix securely with assembly Pole screws B . (Total 4 screws) Base ... . (Total 4 screws) Tighten screws firmly. Do not use any other TV and displays. Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result. 9 If... sufficient care is printed at the bottom of the poles. Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result. If ...
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HDMI terminal Insert firmly. 10 Keep pushing both sides click into place. red blue green green Match colors of connection Antenna terminal Pin terminals Firmly tighten by hand. Accessories/Optional Accessory (Continued) AC cord connection To attach To remove Insert it firmly until the tabs on both side snaps and pull down Reference of plugs and terminals. Insert firmly.
HDMI terminal Insert firmly. 10 Keep pushing both sides click into place. red blue green green Match colors of connection Antenna terminal Pin terminals Firmly tighten by hand. Accessories/Optional Accessory (Continued) AC cord connection To attach To remove Insert it firmly until the tabs on both side snaps and pull down Reference of plugs and terminals. Insert firmly.
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...additional assistance, visit us at: www.panasonic.com www.panasonic.ca 11 If using a Cable Box, set the TV channel to CH3 or CH4 for ...regular cable. •• You can be absolutely sure to a highdefinition cable Service. The connection for the equipment. When disconnecting the power cord, be done with the use of the TV...enjoy viewing their programming. To connect the antenna terminal and Cable Box VHF/UHF Antenna Cable TV or Back of HDMI or • Component Video cable. (p. 14) To view high-...
...additional assistance, visit us at: www.panasonic.com www.panasonic.ca 11 If using a Cable Box, set the TV channel to CH3 or CH4 for ...regular cable. •• You can be absolutely sure to a highdefinition cable Service. The connection for the equipment. When disconnecting the power cord, be done with the use of the TV...enjoy viewing their programming. To connect the antenna terminal and Cable Box VHF/UHF Antenna Cable TV or Back of HDMI or • Component Video cable. (p. 14) To view high-...
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...1080i/1080p), connection can be made with the use of or VCR) a Component Video or HDMI cable. (p. 14) VCR Connection can be made with TV tuner) 12 Connecting TV and AV equipment Please refer to A - DVD Recorder or VCR) (with the use of an RF cable and Composite Video/S Video cable. (p. 14...) To connect the antenna terminal and DVD recorder or VCR VHF/UHF Antenna AC 120 V 60 Hz Back of the TV AC Cord LAN * See page 10 (AC cord connection) AUDIO VIDEO R L PR PB R R D R L PR PB L L TO AUDIO AUDIO AMP OUT Y 1B HDMI 1 HDMI 2 COMPONENT IN...
...1080i/1080p), connection can be made with the use of or VCR) a Component Video or HDMI cable. (p. 14) VCR Connection can be made with TV tuner) 12 Connecting TV and AV equipment Please refer to A - DVD Recorder or VCR) (with the use of an RF cable and Composite Video/S Video cable. (p. 14...) To connect the antenna terminal and DVD recorder or VCR VHF/UHF Antenna AC 120 V 60 Hz Back of the TV AC Cord LAN * See page 10 (AC cord connection) AUDIO VIDEO R L PR PB R R D R L PR PB L L TO AUDIO AUDIO AMP OUT Y 1B HDMI 1 HDMI 2 COMPONENT IN...
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Quick Start Guide Example 3 Connecting DVD recorder (VCR) and satellite receiver TV Satellite You can be done with TV tuner) Note For details of the TV AC Cord LAN * See page 10 (AC cord connection) AUDIO VIDEO R L PR PB R R D L PR PB L Y 1 B HDMI 1 HDMI 2 ... A IN 2 Y S VIDEO 1 VIDEO IN R L TO AUDIO AUDIO AMP OUT C Basic Connection (TV + DVD Recorder or VCR + Satellite Receiver) (TV + DVD Recorder or VCR) ANT IN ANT IN ANT OUT Connecting TV and AV equipment Please refer to or high-definition satellite service. D on p. 14. VCR Connection can enjoy...
Quick Start Guide Example 3 Connecting DVD recorder (VCR) and satellite receiver TV Satellite You can be done with TV tuner) Note For details of the TV AC Cord LAN * See page 10 (AC cord connection) AUDIO VIDEO R L PR PB R R D L PR PB L Y 1 B HDMI 1 HDMI 2 ... A IN 2 Y S VIDEO 1 VIDEO IN R L TO AUDIO AUDIO AMP OUT C Basic Connection (TV + DVD Recorder or VCR + Satellite Receiver) (TV + DVD Recorder or VCR) ANT IN ANT IN ANT OUT Connecting TV and AV equipment Please refer to or high-definition satellite service. D on p. 14. VCR Connection can enjoy...
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... manuals for a 1080p signal. DVD Recorder or red red red e.g. Note Some programs contain a copyright protection signal to p. 39. For more details on the other TV monitor through VCRs may also be distorted on the external equipment's connections, please refer to enjoy greater picture quality than using Composite terminals. Blu-ray...
... manuals for a 1080p signal. DVD Recorder or red red red e.g. Note Some programs contain a copyright protection signal to p. 39. For more details on the other TV monitor through VCRs may also be distorted on the external equipment's connections, please refer to enjoy greater picture quality than using Composite terminals. Blu-ray...
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sensor Plasma C.A.T.S. (Contrast Automatic Tracking System). (p. 34) Changes the input mode Chooses menu and submenu entries. Closed caption On/Off (p. 19) Selects Audio Mode for TV viewing (p. 19) Exits from SD Card (p. 22-25) Lights the CH and VOL buttons for 5 seconds. HDMI input 3 connector PC ...connector Power indicator (on: red, off the CH and VOL button lights. Remote control Switches TV On or Off (Standby) Viewing from menu screen Displays Main Menu (p. 34) Changes the input mode (p. 26) Switches to input terminal that has...
sensor Plasma C.A.T.S. (Contrast Automatic Tracking System). (p. 34) Changes the input mode Chooses menu and submenu entries. Closed caption On/Off (p. 19) Selects Audio Mode for TV viewing (p. 19) Exits from SD Card (p. 22-25) Lights the CH and VOL buttons for 5 seconds. HDMI input 3 connector PC ...connector Power indicator (on: red, off the CH and VOL button lights. Remote control Switches TV On or Off (Standby) Viewing from menu screen Displays Main Menu (p. 34) Changes the input mode (p. 26) Switches to input terminal that has...
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...the screen. If you select "Store Demonstration" by mistake in , confirmation screen will be displayed. Prevents accidental tuning to the previous screen 16 (TV) (Remote) * This setting will be skipped next time if you select "Yes", the picture mode will regularly reset to "No". ok ...sure to previous screen . Select your viewing environment Home Use Store Demonstration select Select "Home Use" when using this TV in Cable: Cable TV Antenna: Antenna Not used: Skip TV tuning go to Select "Not used" when no wire is connected to the "Antenna/Cable" terminal. Auto channel...
...the screen. If you select "Store Demonstration" by mistake in , confirmation screen will be displayed. Prevents accidental tuning to the previous screen 16 (TV) (Remote) * This setting will be skipped next time if you select "Yes", the picture mode will regularly reset to "No". ok ...sure to previous screen . Select your viewing environment Home Use Store Demonstration select Select "Home Use" when using this TV in Cable: Cable TV Antenna: Antenna Not used: Skip TV tuning go to Select "Not used" when no wire is connected to the "Antenna/Cable" terminal. Auto channel...
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All channels: Scans digital and analog channels Analog only: Scans Analog channels only Digital only: Scans Digital channels only Confirm registered channels program Apply l Caption ... ... ... Cancel Favorite Add ... Yes select "Apply" ok If OK is performed for 60 seconds and the "Manual program" menu will not be saved when no operation is not pressed after selecting "Apply", the channels will also exit automatically. RETURN Start scanning the channels Available channels (analog/digital) are erased. Yes ... Network setting First time setup Language ANT/Cable setup ...
All channels: Scans digital and analog channels Analog only: Scans Analog channels only Digital only: Scans Digital channels only Confirm registered channels program Apply l Caption ... ... ... Cancel Favorite Add ... Yes select "Apply" ok If OK is performed for 60 seconds and the "Manual program" menu will not be saved when no operation is not pressed after selecting "Apply", the channels will also exit automatically. RETURN Start scanning the channels Available channels (analog/digital) are erased. Yes ... Network setting First time setup Language ANT/Cable setup ...
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...) DST Set DST (Daylight Saving Time) setting. (On/Off) On: Advances the clock one hour from the time is on a network. Only available when the TV is set according to the time zone. ■Press to exit from a menu screen Note About broadcasting systems Analog (NTSC): Conventional broadcasting Digital (ATSC): New...
...) DST Set DST (Daylight Saving Time) setting. (On/Off) On: Advances the clock one hour from the time is on a network. Only available when the TV is set according to the time zone. ■Press to exit from a menu screen Note About broadcasting systems Analog (NTSC): Conventional broadcasting Digital (ATSC): New...
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...will change the audio mode. (Stereo/SAP/Mono) ■Switches Closed caption mode On or Off Closed caption On Closed caption Off Viewing Watching TV First Time Setup Display the SUB MENU ■Press SUB MENU to show sub menu screen. (p. 36) This menu consists of "ANT/Cable ...minor number in a compound channel number. SUB MENU Setup SUB MENU Channel surf mode All Set favorite Edit CH caption Signal meter 19 example: CH15-1: (TV) Note Reselect "Cable" or "Antenna" in "ANT in" of shortcuts to convenient functions. Listen with SAP (Secondary Audio Program) Closed caption ■...
...will change the audio mode. (Stereo/SAP/Mono) ■Switches Closed caption mode On or Off Closed caption On Closed caption Off Viewing Watching TV First Time Setup Display the SUB MENU ■Press SUB MENU to show sub menu screen. (p. 36) This menu consists of "ANT/Cable ...minor number in a compound channel number. SUB MENU Setup SUB MENU Channel surf mode All Set favorite Edit CH caption Signal meter 19 example: CH15-1: (TV) Note Reselect "Cable" or "Antenna" in "ANT in" of shortcuts to convenient functions. Listen with SAP (Secondary Audio Program) Closed caption ■...
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... desired broadcast station with the cursor or use number buttons. (see below) ■Set Favorite Feature 1 Display the SUB MENU. Watching TV (Continued) ■Other Useful Functions (Operate after ) Information Recall Change aspect ratio ■Displays or removes the channel banner. SUB MENU... registered in Favorite are displayed on the favorite tune screen. Channel Clock 15-2 THE NEWS 12:30 PM ABC-HD CC SAP TV-G 1080i Standard 4:3 30 Station identifier SAP indication Signal Picture resolution mode Sleep timer remaining time Closed caption Rating Level Aspect ratio ■...
... desired broadcast station with the cursor or use number buttons. (see below) ■Set Favorite Feature 1 Display the SUB MENU. Watching TV (Continued) ■Other Useful Functions (Operate after ) Information Recall Change aspect ratio ■Displays or removes the channel banner. SUB MENU... registered in Favorite are displayed on the favorite tune screen. Channel Clock 15-2 THE NEWS 12:30 PM ABC-HD CC SAP TV-G 1080i Standard 4:3 30 Station identifier SAP indication Signal Picture resolution mode Sleep timer remaining time Closed caption Rating Level Aspect ratio ■...
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Unlike a conventional menu, you want to access high use menu items. They are displayed as shortcut icons on the TV screen. VIERA Link control only with the TV's remote control (p. 42-43) Start Network Camera viewing (p. 30-31) Displayed "SD card" menu. Select SD card function. (Slideshow/Thumbnail/Movie)...;Press to return to exit from an SD card (p. 22-25) Displayed "ECO/energy saving" menu. (p. 36) Viewing Using VIERA TOOLS Watching TV 21 Using VIERA TOOLS VIERA TOOLS is the easy way to access. Select the equipment you can enjoy using, playing or setting a function quickly. ...
Unlike a conventional menu, you want to access high use menu items. They are displayed as shortcut icons on the TV screen. VIERA Link control only with the TV's remote control (p. 42-43) Start Network Camera viewing (p. 30-31) Displayed "SD card" menu. Select SD card function. (Slideshow/Thumbnail/Movie)...;Press to return to exit from an SD card (p. 22-25) Displayed "ECO/energy saving" menu. (p. 36) Viewing Using VIERA TOOLS Watching TV 21 Using VIERA TOOLS VIERA TOOLS is the easy way to access. Select the equipment you can enjoy using, playing or setting a function quickly. ...