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...; is a trademark. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks or registered trademarks of Panasonic Corporation. Some older television receivers, if they rely on a TV antenna, will need a TV Converter to receive over the air digital programming, but should receive digital over the air... before for other purposes (e.g., for watching low-power TV stations still broadcasting in analog, watching pre-recorded movies, or playing video games). Panasonic Corporation. Turn your cable or satellite set-top box. For information on the TV Converter program, and on February 17, 2009. When...
...; is a trademark. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks or registered trademarks of Panasonic Corporation. Some older television receivers, if they rely on a TV antenna, will need a TV Converter to receive over the air digital programming, but should receive digital over the air... before for other purposes (e.g., for watching low-power TV stations still broadcasting in analog, watching pre-recorded movies, or playing video games). Panasonic Corporation. Turn your cable or satellite set-top box. For information on the TV Converter program, and on February 17, 2009. When...
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Basic Features Watching TV 19 Using VIERA TOOLS 21 Viewing from an SD Card 22 Watching Videos and DVDs 24 Advanced Features How to...Puerto Rico 54 Limited Warranty (for U.S.A. This product qualifies for U.S.A. Ratings List for Lock 44 Technical Information 45 Care and Cleaning 49 FAQ 50 Specifications 52 Limited Warranty (for Canada 55 3 and Puerto Rico only 53 Customer Services Directory (for ENERGY STAR in the "Home" setting... Accessories/Optional Accessory ····· 8 Basic Connection 11 Identifying 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...Puerto Rico 54 Limited Warranty (for U.S.A. This product qualifies for U.S.A. Ratings List for Lock 44 Technical Information 45 Care and Cleaning 49 FAQ 50 Specifications 52 Limited Warranty (for Canada 55 3 and Puerto Rico only 53 Customer Services Directory (for ENERGY STAR in the "Home" setting... Accessories/Optional Accessory ····· 8 Basic Connection 11 Identifying Controls 15 First Time Setup 16 Enjoy your TV!
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... is used in any heat sources such as power-supply cord or plug is connected. • Consult the Panasonic Service Center or an experienced radio/TV technician for long periods of electric shock to persons. These limits are a risk of time. 14) Refer... for help. Responsible Party: Contact Source: email: 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 Class B digital apparatus complies with the limits...
... is used in any heat sources such as power-supply cord or plug is connected. • Consult the Panasonic Service Center or an experienced radio/TV technician for long periods of electric shock to persons. These limits are a risk of time. 14) Refer... for help. Responsible Party: Contact Source: email: 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 Class B digital apparatus complies with the limits...
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... instability. If water spills onto the Plasma TV or foreign objects get inside it . • Do not pull on the cord. Do not handle the power cord plug with steel studs or old cinder block constructions. Have the TV evaluated by Panasonic Corporation. • Wall-hanging bracket... (Angled) TY-WK4P1RW Be sure to ask a qualified technician to properly secure the wall-hanging bracket. If water or an object gets inside the Plasma TV, if the Plasma TV is damaged. Leave a space...
... instability. If water spills onto the Plasma TV or foreign objects get inside it . • Do not pull on the cord. Do not handle the power cord plug with steel studs or old cinder block constructions. Have the TV evaluated by Panasonic Corporation. • Wall-hanging bracket... (Angled) TY-WK4P1RW Be sure to ask a qualified technician to properly secure the wall-hanging bracket. If water or an object gets inside the Plasma TV, if the Plasma TV is damaged. Leave a space...
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...its display panel facing upright or downward may cause damage to avoid injury by the TV tipping or falling. This may cause damage resulting in injury. This Plasma TV radiates infrared rays; The TV is made of your Plasma TV. Support as UL, CSA, ETL). • Follow all instructions supplied by the... your flat panel display. • Carefully read and understand all . Some wall mounts are required for proper use of glass. Panasonic recommends that they cannot be sure to the flat panel display so that a qualified installer perform the wall-mount installation.
...its display panel facing upright or downward may cause damage to avoid injury by the TV tipping or falling. This may cause damage resulting in injury. This Plasma TV radiates infrared rays; The TV is made of your Plasma TV. Support as UL, CSA, ETL). • Follow all instructions supplied by the... your flat panel display. • Carefully read and understand all . Some wall mounts are required for proper use of glass. Panasonic recommends that they cannot be sure to the flat panel display so that a qualified installer perform the wall-mount installation.
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...) TBLX0089 (TC-P46U1, TC-P50U1) How to assemble (p. 9) Cleaning cloth Operating Instructions Quick Setup Guide 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...Caution Incorrect installation may cause its panel to prevent the TV from tipping over. Accessories/Optional Accessory Accessories Check you have all the items shown. Carefully read the instructions accompanying the plasma TV stand or pedestal, and be absolutely sure to ask your...
...) TBLX0089 (TC-P46U1, TC-P50U1) How to assemble (p. 9) Cleaning cloth Operating Instructions Quick Setup Guide 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...Caution Incorrect installation may cause its panel to prevent the TV from tipping over. Accessories/Optional Accessory Accessories Check you have all the items shown. Carefully read the instructions accompanying the plasma TV stand or pedestal, and be absolutely sure to ask your...
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...Caution Do not use the pedestal when it is physically damaged, personal injury may result. If you use any other TV and displays. Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result. Quick Start Guide Accessories/Optional Accessory Attaching the pedestal...Pole Fix securely with assembly screws A . (Total 4 screws) Tighten screws firmly. Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result. 9 Contact your nearest Panasonic Dealer immediately. Do not use the pedestal if it might fall over and become damaged, and ...
...Caution Do not use the pedestal when it is physically damaged, personal injury may result. If you use any other TV and displays. Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result. Quick Start Guide Accessories/Optional Accessory Attaching the pedestal...Pole Fix securely with assembly screws A . (Total 4 screws) Tighten screws firmly. Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result. 9 Contact your nearest Panasonic Dealer immediately. Do not use the pedestal if it might fall over and become damaged, and ...
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... us at: www.panasonic.com www.panasonic.ca 11 Basic Connection Example 1 TV Connecting Antenna (To watch TV) VHF/UHF Antenna Cable TV •VHF/UHF Antenna NTSC (National Television System Committee): • Conventional broadcasting ATSC (Advanced Television Systems Committee): Digital TV Standards include digital high...-definition programming by subscribing to 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-definition programming select the correct video...
... us at: www.panasonic.com www.panasonic.ca 11 Basic Connection Example 1 TV Connecting Antenna (To watch TV) VHF/UHF Antenna Cable TV •VHF/UHF Antenna NTSC (National Television System Committee): • Conventional broadcasting ATSC (Advanced Television Systems Committee): Digital TV Standards include digital high...-definition programming by subscribing to 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-definition programming select the correct video...
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... 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 * See page 10 (AC cord connection) AC Cord HDMI 1 HDMI 2 B A Y Y S VIDEO C PB PB VIDEO PR PR L LL AUDIO R RR COMPONENT 1 ...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 - Basic Connection (Continued) Example 2 Connecting DVD recorder (VCR) (To record/playback) TV DVD Recorder AV Equipment VHF/UHF Antenna If the source has a higher ...
... 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 * See page 10 (AC cord connection) AC Cord HDMI 1 HDMI 2 B A Y Y S VIDEO C PB PB VIDEO PR PR L LL AUDIO R RR COMPONENT 1 ...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 - Basic Connection (Continued) Example 2 Connecting DVD recorder (VCR) (To record/playback) TV DVD Recorder AV Equipment VHF/UHF Antenna If the source has a higher ...
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... satellite service. VCR Connection can enjoy high-definition DVD Recorder Receiver VHF/UHF Antenna programming by subscribing to A - Note For details of the TV AC Cord * See page 10 (AC cord connection) ANT IN ANT IN ANT OUT Satellite Receiver DVD Recorder or VCR (with the use... terminal and Satellite Receiver and DVD recorder or VCR VHF/UHF Antenna AC 120 V 60 Hz Quick Start Guide Basic Connection (TV + DVD Recorder or VCR + Satellite Receiver) (TV + DVD Recorder or VCR) Back of external equipment connections, please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment. 13 D ...
... satellite service. VCR Connection can enjoy high-definition DVD Recorder Receiver VHF/UHF Antenna programming by subscribing to A - Note For details of the TV AC Cord * See page 10 (AC cord connection) ANT IN ANT IN ANT OUT Satellite Receiver DVD Recorder or VCR (with the use... terminal and Satellite Receiver and DVD recorder or VCR VHF/UHF Antenna AC 120 V 60 Hz Quick Start Guide Basic Connection (TV + DVD Recorder or VCR + Satellite Receiver) (TV + DVD Recorder or VCR) Back of external equipment connections, please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment. 13 D ...
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... signal. VCR AV Equipment PR yellow yellow yellow e.g. When the copyright protection program is displayed, do not connect the other TV monitor through VCRs may also be distorted on the other TV monitor. 14 For more details on the external equipment's connections, please refer to COMPOSITE or S VIDEO terminals. (see below) Standard...
... signal. VCR AV Equipment PR yellow yellow yellow e.g. When the copyright protection program is displayed, do not connect the other TV monitor through VCRs may also be distorted on the other TV monitor. 14 For more details on the external equipment's connections, please refer to COMPOSITE or S VIDEO terminals. (see below) Standard...
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... operations (p. 35) 15 Do not place any channel (p. 19) or press to select any objects between the TV remote control sensor and remote control. sensor Plasma C.A.T.S. (Contrast Automatic Tracking System). (p. 26) Changes the input mode Chooses menu and submenu entries. 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...
... operations (p. 35) 15 Do not place any channel (p. 19) or press to select any objects between the TV remote control sensor and remote control. sensor Plasma C.A.T.S. (Contrast Automatic Tracking System). (p. 26) Changes the input mode Chooses menu and submenu entries. 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...
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..." screen again as shown above and select "Home", do one of the following: • Press and hold down the front POWER button. • Unplug the TV and plug it again. ■Press to exit from a menu screen ■Press to return to the previous screen 16 You are selecting the mode..." (p. 28-29) is turned on for store demonstration Yes No select ok Select "No" and return to previous screen . 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. If you select "Home". First...
..." screen again as shown above and select "Home", do one of the following: • Press and hold down the front POWER button. • Unplug the TV and plug it again. ■Press to exit from a menu screen ■Press to return to the previous screen 16 You are selecting the mode..." (p. 28-29) is turned on for store demonstration Yes No select ok Select "No" and return to previous screen . 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. If you select "Home". First...
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... Cable Auto program set select ANT in Cable Auto program next select 17 Select "Auto program" ANT/Cable setup ANT 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. Typical when Cable/Satellite box is...
... Cable Auto program set select ANT in Cable Auto program next select 17 Select "Auto program" ANT/Cable setup ANT 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. Typical when Cable/Satellite box is...
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... press of SAP will change the audio mode. (Stereo/SAP/Mono) ■Switches Closed Caption mode On or Off CC On CC Off Viewing Watching TV First Time Setup Display the SUB MENU ■Press SUB MENU to show sub menu screen. (p. 28) This menu consists of "ANT/Cable setup"... the next audio track (if available) when receiving a digital channel. Listen with SAP (Secondary Audio Program) Closed Caption ■Select Audio Mode for watching TV Digital mode Press SAP to convenient functions. SUB MENU Setup SUB MENU Channel surf mode All Set favorite Edit CH caption Signal meter 19 example...
... press of SAP will change the audio mode. (Stereo/SAP/Mono) ■Switches Closed Caption mode On or Off CC On CC Off Viewing Watching TV First Time Setup Display the SUB MENU ■Press SUB MENU to show sub menu screen. (p. 28) This menu consists of "ANT/Cable setup"... the next audio track (if available) when receiving a digital channel. Listen with SAP (Secondary Audio Program) Closed Caption ■Select Audio Mode for watching TV Digital mode Press SAP to convenient functions. SUB MENU Setup SUB MENU Channel surf mode All Set favorite Edit CH caption Signal meter 19 example...
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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 ■...Press FORMAT to change between pages(1/3, 2/3, 3/3 or exit) select Changes the page forward/backward delete (while holding down) Watching TV (Continued) ■Other Useful Functions (Operate after ) Information Recall Change aspect ratio ■Displays or removes the channel banner. Select the desired broadcast station...
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 ■...Press FORMAT to change between pages(1/3, 2/3, 3/3 or exit) select Changes the page forward/backward delete (while holding down) Watching TV (Continued) ■Other Useful Functions (Operate after ) Information Recall Change aspect ratio ■Displays or removes the channel banner. Select the desired broadcast station...
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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 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.
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...To label each of the connected equipment are displayed. Watching Videos and DVDs If you have applicable equipment connected to the TV, you can select the external equipment to access. With the connected equipment turned On Display the Input select menu ■To ...return to TV Select the input mode Input select 1 TV 2 Component 1 AUX 3 Component 2 4 HDMI 1 GAME or 5 HDMI 2 6 HDMI 3 GAME 7 Video 1 8 Video 2 GAME (example) HDMI 1 GAME ...
...To label each of the connected equipment are displayed. Watching Videos and DVDs If you have applicable equipment connected to the TV, you can select the external equipment to access. With the connected equipment turned On Display the Input select menu ■To ...return to TV Select the input mode Input select 1 TV 2 Component 1 AUX 3 Component 2 4 HDMI 1 GAME or 5 HDMI 2 6 HDMI 3 GAME 7 Video 1 8 Video 2 GAME (example) HDMI 1 GAME ...
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... for the equipment. 25 Please refer to "On" as shown below. VIERA LinkTM Setting If you connect equipment that has the "HDAVI Control" function to a TV using these functions, you can set each "VIERA Link" function according to your preference (p. 32-35). 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 On) select change Now you need to set it easier to use. "VIERA Link") is connected or standard HDMI equipment (non...
... for the equipment. 25 Please refer to "On" as shown below. VIERA LinkTM Setting If you connect equipment that has the "HDAVI Control" function to a TV using these functions, you can set each "VIERA Link" function according to your preference (p. 32-35). 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 On) select change Now you need to set it easier to use. "VIERA Link") is connected or standard HDMI equipment (non...
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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 can enjoy watching TV best suited for you. C.A.T.S. Video NR Zoom adjustments 3D Y/C filter Color matrix Advanced picture Picture Select the item Picture 1/2 Reset to defaults Picture mode... Displays the functions that you 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 card Closed Caption Closed Caption 26
How to Use Menu Functions Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions so that can enjoy watching TV best suited for you. C.A.T.S. Video NR Zoom adjustments 3D Y/C filter Color matrix Advanced picture Picture Select the item Picture 1/2 Reset to defaults Picture mode... Displays the functions that you 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 card Closed Caption Closed Caption 26