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... broadcasts via an antenna. VIERA Link™ is a trademark of Dolby Laboratories. 2 SDHC Logo is a trademark. Panasonic Corporation. Turn your cable or satellite set-top box. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks or registered trademarks of Laboratories. For information on the... trademark of HDMI Licensing LLC. Manufactured under license from Dolby HDAVI Control™ is used toward the purchase of full-power analog TV broadcasting in analog, watching pre-recorded movies, or playing video games). For more information, please see www.dtv2009.gov, or call ...
... broadcasts via an antenna. VIERA Link™ is a trademark of Dolby Laboratories. 2 SDHC Logo is a trademark. Panasonic Corporation. Turn your cable or satellite set-top box. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks or registered trademarks of Laboratories. For information on the... trademark of HDMI Licensing LLC. Manufactured under license from Dolby HDAVI Control™ is used toward the purchase of full-power analog TV broadcasting in analog, watching pre-recorded movies, or playing video games). For more information, please see www.dtv2009.gov, or call ...
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...Controls 15 First Time Setup 16 Enjoy your TV! Basic Features Watching TV 19 Using VIERA TOOLS 21 Viewing from an SD Card 22 Watching Videos and DVDs 24 Advanced Features How to the "Home" setting or other factory default settings could result in which energy savings will be... List for Lock 44 Technical Information 45 Care and Cleaning 49 FAQ 50 Specifications 52 Limited Warranty (for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico 54 Limited Warranty (for ENERGY STAR in the "Home" setting and this is the setting in greater energy consumption beyond levels that meet ENERGY STAR qualifications. Any...
...Controls 15 First Time Setup 16 Enjoy your TV! Basic Features Watching TV 19 Using VIERA TOOLS 21 Viewing from an SD Card 22 Watching Videos and DVDs 24 Advanced Features How to the "Home" setting or other factory default settings could result in which energy savings will be... List for Lock 44 Technical Information 45 Care and Cleaning 49 FAQ 50 Specifications 52 Limited Warranty (for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico 54 Limited Warranty (for ENERGY STAR in the "Home" setting and this is the setting in greater energy consumption beyond levels that meet ENERGY STAR qualifications. Any...
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...: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company 1-877-95-VIERA (958-4372) consumerproducts@panasonic.com CANADIAN NOTICE: For Model TC-P42U1, TC-P46U1, TC-P50U1 This...apparatus. Do not place liquid containers (flower vase, cups, cosmetics, etc.) above the set (including on a circuit different from tip-over. 13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning ...arrowhead within a triangle is connected. • Consult the Panasonic Service Center or an experienced radio/TV technician for replacement of the FCC Rules. FCC Caution: ...
...: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company 1-877-95-VIERA (958-4372) consumerproducts@panasonic.com CANADIAN NOTICE: For Model TC-P42U1, TC-P46U1, TC-P50U1 This...apparatus. Do not place liquid containers (flower vase, cups, cosmetics, etc.) above the set (including on a circuit different from tip-over. 13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning ...arrowhead within a triangle is connected. • Consult the Panasonic Service Center or an experienced radio/TV technician for replacement of the FCC Rules. FCC Caution: ...
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...Do not place the Plasma TV or its high voltage. Do not place the Plasma TV on a 120 V AC, 60 Hz service. If water spills onto the Plasma TV or foreign objects get inside the Plasma TV, please consult an Authorized Service Center. Have the TV evaluated by Panasonic Corporation. • ...the space between the bottom of the Plasma TV. The Plasma TV may cause instability. Route all cables before carrying out any foreign objects get inside the Plasma TV, if the Plasma TV is designed to carry out the installation and set-up This Plasma TV may cause electrical shock.) Do not...
...Do not place the Plasma TV or its high voltage. Do not place the Plasma TV on a 120 V AC, 60 Hz service. If water spills onto the Plasma TV or foreign objects get inside the Plasma TV, please consult an Authorized Service Center. Have the TV evaluated by Panasonic Corporation. • ...the space between the bottom of the Plasma TV. The Plasma TV may cause instability. Route all cables before carrying out any foreign objects get inside the Plasma TV, if the Plasma TV is designed to carry out the installation and set-up This Plasma TV may cause electrical shock.) Do not...
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... while watching a program, especially on "larger than life" flat panel displays. This Plasma TV radiates infrared rays; The TV will still consume some power as long as a chest of drawers. • Remember...SAFETY NOTICES: Flat panel displays are not always supported on furniture that can increase humidity, which Panasonic is a member) is appropriate. WALL MOUNTING: IF YOU DECIDE TO WALL MOUNT YOUR FLAT PANEL... the power supply cord is connected to climb on or play with furniture and television sets. • Don't place flat panel displays on the proper stands or installed according...
... while watching a program, especially on "larger than life" flat panel displays. This Plasma TV radiates infrared rays; The TV will still consume some power as long as a chest of drawers. • Remember...SAFETY NOTICES: Flat panel displays are not always supported on furniture that can increase humidity, which Panasonic is a member) is appropriate. WALL MOUNTING: IF YOU DECIDE TO WALL MOUNT YOUR FLAT PANEL... the power supply cord is connected to climb on or play with furniture and television sets. • Don't place flat panel displays on the proper stands or installed according...
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... and other logos • Image displayed in 4:3 mode • 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...
... and other logos • Image displayed in 4:3 mode • 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...
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... is not taken to ensure screws are securely tightened. Accessories Assembly screws (4 of the poles. If you use any other TV and displays. A Pole R L Pole Front Base ■Set-up , make sure that all screws are properly tightened during assembly, the pedestal will not be strong enough to...and personal injury may result. 9 During set-up Carry out work on a horizontal and level surface. Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result. Tighten screws firmly. Contact your nearest Panasonic Dealer immediately. Quick Start Guide Accessories/Optional...
... is not taken to ensure screws are securely tightened. Accessories Assembly screws (4 of the poles. If you use any other TV and displays. A Pole R L Pole Front Base ■Set-up , make sure that all screws are properly tightened during assembly, the pedestal will not be strong enough to...and personal injury may result. 9 During set-up Carry out work on a horizontal and level surface. Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result. Tighten screws firmly. Contact your nearest Panasonic Dealer immediately. Quick Start Guide Accessories/Optional...
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... (HDTV), standard-definition television (SDTV), data broadcasting, multi-channel surround-sound audio and interactive television. If using a Cable Box, set the TV channel to disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet first. The connection for high-definition can enjoy high-definition programming by...the equipment. When disconnecting the power cord, be done with the TV. For additional assistance, visit us at: www.panasonic.com www.panasonic.ca 11 To connect the antenna terminal and Cable Box VHF/UHF Antenna Cable TV or Back of HDMI or • Component Video cable. (p. ...
... (HDTV), standard-definition television (SDTV), data broadcasting, multi-channel surround-sound audio and interactive television. If using a Cable Box, set the TV channel to disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet first. The connection for high-definition can enjoy high-definition programming by...the equipment. When disconnecting the power cord, be done with the TV. For additional assistance, visit us at: www.panasonic.com www.panasonic.ca 11 To connect the antenna terminal and Cable Box VHF/UHF Antenna Cable TV or Back of HDMI or • Component Video cable. (p. ...
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... operations (p. 35) 15 Power indicator (on: red, off: no light) HDMI input 3 connector Video Input 2 connector C.A.T.S. Note The TV consumes a limited amount of the TV set. Displays or removes the channel banner (p. 20) Operates the Favorite channel list function. (p. 20) Numeric keypad to select any objects between ...enter alphanumeric input in front of power as long as the power cord is inserted into the wall outlet. sensor Plasma C.A.T.S. (Contrast Automatic Tracking System). (p. 26) Changes the input mode Chooses menu and submenu entries. Displays the Main menu.
... operations (p. 35) 15 Power indicator (on: red, off: no light) HDMI input 3 connector Video Input 2 connector C.A.T.S. Note The TV consumes a limited amount of the TV set. Displays or removes the channel banner (p. 20) Operates the Favorite channel list function. (p. 20) Numeric keypad to select any objects between ...enter alphanumeric input in front of power as long as the power cord is inserted into the wall outlet. sensor Plasma C.A.T.S. (Contrast Automatic Tracking System). (p. 26) Changes the input mode Chooses menu and submenu entries. Displays the Main menu.
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First Time Setup "First time setup" is displayed only when the TV is turned on " (p. 28-29) is set to "No". To display the "Please select your viewing environment" screen again as shown above and select "Home", do one of the following: • Press ...ñol Français select ok Be sure to the previous screen 16 If you select "Home". or Turn the TV On with the POWER button or (TV) (Remote) * This setting will be skipped next time if you select "Yes", Screen enters store demonstration mode. You are selecting the mode for the...
First Time Setup "First time setup" is displayed only when the TV is turned on " (p. 28-29) is set to "No". To display the "Please select your viewing environment" screen again as shown above and select "Home", do one of the following: • Press ...ñol Français select ok Be sure to the previous screen 16 If you select "Home". or Turn the TV On with the POWER button or (TV) (Remote) * This setting will be skipped next time if you select "Yes", Screen enters store demonstration mode. You are selecting the mode for the...
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...terminal. Quick Start Guide First Time Setup ■Press to exit from a menu screen Note To change setting (Language/Clock/ Auto program/Input labels) later, go to Menu screen (p. 28) Adjust the clock...Cable setup Input labels Clock Year Month Day Hour Minute 2009 1 7 10 AM 10 next select set select item Year: Select the year Month: Select the month Day: Select the day Hour: Adjust...setup Input labels next select Select "ANT in" ANT/Cable setup ANT in Cable Auto program set select ANT in Cable Auto program next select 17 Prevents accidental tuning to an unavailable signal. ...
...terminal. Quick Start Guide First Time Setup ■Press to exit from a menu screen Note To change setting (Language/Clock/ Auto program/Input labels) later, go to Menu screen (p. 28) Adjust the clock...Cable setup Input labels Clock Year Month Day Hour Minute 2009 1 7 10 AM 10 next select set select item Year: Select the year Month: Select the month Day: Select the day Hour: Adjust...setup Input labels next select Select "ANT in" ANT/Cable setup ANT in Cable Auto program set select ANT in Cable Auto program next select 17 Prevents accidental tuning to an unavailable signal. ...
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...[BLANK] SKIP/VCR/DVD/CABLE/SATELLITE/DVR/GAME/AUX/RECEIVER/ COMPUTER/Blu-ray/CAMERA/DVD REC/HOME THTR/MONITOR/MEDIA CTR/MEDIA EXT/OTHER Set the Input labels First time setup Language Clock ANT/Cable setup Input labels next select Input labels Component 1 Component 2 HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI... 3 Video 1 Video 2 GAME select set . 10 0 All channels: Scans digital and analog channels Analog only: Scans Analog channels only Digital only: Scans Digital channels only Confirm registered channels...
...[BLANK] SKIP/VCR/DVD/CABLE/SATELLITE/DVR/GAME/AUX/RECEIVER/ COMPUTER/Blu-ray/CAMERA/DVD REC/HOME THTR/MONITOR/MEDIA CTR/MEDIA EXT/OTHER Set the Input labels First time setup Language Clock ANT/Cable setup Input labels next select Input labels Component 1 Component 2 HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI... 3 Video 1 Video 2 GAME select set . 10 0 All channels: Scans digital and analog channels Analog only: Scans Analog channels only Digital only: Scans Digital channels only Confirm registered channels...
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...button to enter the minor number in " of shortcuts to convenient functions. 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 a compound channel number. Listen with SAP (Secondary Audio Program)... select the next audio track (if available) when receiving a digital channel. Quick Start Guide Watching TV Connect the TV to a cable box/cable, set-top-box, satellite box or antenna cable (p. 11-14) To watch TV and other functions Turn power on or Note If the mode is turned off.
...button to enter the minor number in " of shortcuts to convenient functions. 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 a compound channel number. Listen with SAP (Secondary Audio Program)... select the next audio track (if available) when receiving a digital channel. Quick Start Guide Watching TV Connect the TV to a cable box/cable, set-top-box, satellite box or antenna cable (p. 11-14) To watch TV and other functions Turn power on or Note If the mode is turned off.
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Select the 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 Favorite Feature ■Use ...
Select the 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 Favorite Feature ■Use ...
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Viewing Using VIERA TOOLS VIERA TOOLS are displayed as shortcut icons on the TV screen. Unlike a conventional menu, you can enjoy using, playing or setting a function quickly. Display VIERA TOOLS Select the item Lock select next Displayed "VIERA Link" menu (p. 34-35) Start Slideshow (p. 22-23) Set "Sleep"(Off timer) (p. 42) Displayed "Lock" menu. (p. 36) ■Press to exit from a menu screen ■Press to return to access high use menu items. They are the easy way to the previous screen Using VIERA TOOLS Watching TV 21
Viewing Using VIERA TOOLS VIERA TOOLS are displayed as shortcut icons on the TV screen. Unlike a conventional menu, you can enjoy using, playing or setting a function quickly. Display VIERA TOOLS Select the item Lock select next Displayed "VIERA Link" menu (p. 34-35) Start Slideshow (p. 22-23) Set "Sleep"(Off timer) (p. 42) Displayed "Lock" menu. (p. 36) ■Press to exit from a menu screen ■Press to return to access high use menu items. They are the easy way to the previous screen Using VIERA TOOLS Watching TV 21
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... number or file name is displayed. Refer to be displayed repeatedly. Set later Play SD card now change Thumbnail: The Photo viewer menu will be viewed Thumbnail view Photo viewer select Total 50 Name Pana0001 Date 03/04/2009 Size 1600×1200 Accessing Pana0001... Pana0002 Pana0003 Pana0004 Pana0005 Pana0006 Pana0007 Pana0008 view Navigation area Present status (While reading the data) Rotate Prev. SD card setting select Slideshow: A Slideshow will ...
... number or file name is displayed. Refer to be displayed repeatedly. Set later Play SD card now change Thumbnail: The Photo viewer menu will be viewed Thumbnail view Photo viewer select Total 50 Name Pana0001 Date 03/04/2009 Size 1600×1200 Accessing Pana0001... Pana0002 Pana0003 Pana0004 Pana0005 Pana0006 Pana0007 Pana0008 view Navigation area Present status (While reading the data) Rotate Prev. SD card setting select Slideshow: A Slideshow will ...
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...(1 GB) (requiring miniSD Card adapter) For cautions and details on SD Cards (p. 46) In or Display "Photo settings" Select the item Photo settings Picture Slideshow settings Select ■Adjust the picture Picture 1/2 Reset to defaults Picture mode Vivid Contrast 0 Brightness 0 Color 0 Tint 0 ...Sharpness 0 Picture menu (p. 26) Select Adjust Photo settings Set ■Set up Slideshow Slideshow settings Speed Fast Repeat On set Select Adjust Speed Repeat You can set how many seconds each image is a function that lets you easily view still and...
...(1 GB) (requiring miniSD Card adapter) For cautions and details on SD Cards (p. 46) In or Display "Photo settings" Select the item Photo settings Picture Slideshow settings Select ■Adjust the picture Picture 1/2 Reset to defaults Picture mode Vivid Contrast 0 Brightness 0 Color 0 Tint 0 ...Sharpness 0 Picture menu (p. 26) Select Adjust Photo settings Set ■Set up Slideshow Slideshow settings Speed Fast Repeat On set Select Adjust Speed Repeat You can set how many seconds each image is a function that lets you easily view still and...
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...to select the input of the connected equipment. 24 enter During the selection, if no action is taken for Input label, refer to the TV, you can select the external equipment to p. 41. Select the input of the connected equipment are displayed. The terminal and label of your...select" menu disappears. To label each of the inputs, please refer to access. For side input terminals (HDMI 3/Video 2), "GAME" input label is set as default. Watching Videos and DVDs If you have applicable equipment connected to p. 41. Note The input label will be displayed on "Input select" ...
...to select the input of the connected equipment. 24 enter During the selection, if no action is taken for Input label, refer to the TV, you can select the external equipment to p. 41. Select the input of the connected equipment are displayed. The terminal and label of your...select" menu disappears. To label each of the inputs, please refer to access. For side input terminals (HDMI 3/Video 2), "GAME" input label is set as default. Watching Videos and DVDs If you have applicable equipment connected to p. 41. Note The input label will be displayed on "Input select" ...
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...to p. 30-35. "VIERA Link") is used, set "VIERA Link" setting to your preference (p. 32-35). Please refer to "Off". VIERA LinkTM Setting If you connect equipment that has the "HDAVI Control" function to a TV using these functions, you need to set it easier to the operating manuals for the equipment. 25... For more details on link Yes Power off link Yes Stand-by power save No Auto power stand-by No Default speakers TV Select "On" (default is ...
...to p. 30-35. "VIERA Link") is used, set "VIERA Link" setting to your preference (p. 32-35). Please refer to "Off". VIERA LinkTM Setting If you connect equipment that has the "HDAVI Control" function to a TV using these functions, you need to set it easier to the operating manuals for the equipment. 25... For more details on link Yes Power off link Yes Stand-by power save No Auto power stand-by No Default speakers TV Select "On" (default is ...
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..., Tint, Sharpness Color temp. How to Use Menu Functions Various menus allow you to make settings for you can enjoy watching TV best suited for the picture, sound, and other functions so that can be set (varies depending on the input signal) Reset to defaults Bass Treble Balance Surround Volume leveler... TV speakers HDMI 1 in HDMI 2 in HDMI 3 in Timer Sleep, Timer 1-5 Lock SD card SD ...
..., Tint, Sharpness Color temp. How to Use Menu Functions Various menus allow you to make settings for you can enjoy watching TV best suited for the picture, sound, and other functions so that can be set (varies depending on the input signal) Reset to defaults Bass Treble Balance Surround Volume leveler... TV speakers HDMI 1 in HDMI 2 in HDMI 3 in Timer Sleep, Timer 1-5 Lock SD card SD ...