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POWER SAP LIGHT TV VCR DVD DBS RCVR CBL AUX TV/VIDEO A -ANTENNA - TH-37PX25 TH-42PX25 TH-50PX25 For assistance, please call : 1-888-VIEW-PTV(843-9788) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com or visit us at www.panasonic.com (U.S.A.) For assistance, please call : 787-750-4300 or visit us at www.panasonic.... RE CH VOL OK VOL MENU CH EXIT 1 4 7 R-TUNE PIP MIN REW 2 5 8 0 PLAY 3 6 9 PROG PIP MAX FF PAUSE STOP REC FREEZE PIP CH SEARCH TV/VCR DVD/VCR CH OPEN/CLOSE PIP SPLIT MOVE SWAP Operating Instructions Digital High Definition Plasma Television Model No.
POWER SAP LIGHT TV VCR DVD DBS RCVR CBL AUX TV/VIDEO A -ANTENNA - TH-37PX25 TH-42PX25 TH-50PX25 For assistance, please call : 1-888-VIEW-PTV(843-9788) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com or visit us at www.panasonic.com (U.S.A.) For assistance, please call : 787-750-4300 or visit us at www.panasonic.... RE CH VOL OK VOL MENU CH EXIT 1 4 7 R-TUNE PIP MIN REW 2 5 8 0 PLAY 3 6 9 PROG PIP MAX FF PAUSE STOP REC FREEZE PIP CH SEARCH TV/VCR DVD/VCR CH OPEN/CLOSE PIP SPLIT MOVE SWAP Operating Instructions Digital High Definition Plasma Television Model No.
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... ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN WARNING: To reduce the risk of BBE Sound, Inc. This plug will only fit a grounding-type power outlet. This product incorporates copyright protection technology that parts inside the product are registered trademarks of electric shock, do not remove cover. Refer... servicing to qualified service personnel. 2) Do not remove the grounding pin on the power plug. This apparatus is protected by Macrovision Corporation, and is a trademark. BBE and BBE symbol are a risk of electric shock to ...
... ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN WARNING: To reduce the risk of BBE Sound, Inc. This plug will only fit a grounding-type power outlet. This product incorporates copyright protection technology that parts inside the product are registered trademarks of electric shock, do not remove cover. Refer... servicing to qualified service personnel. 2) Do not remove the grounding pin on the power plug. This apparatus is protected by Macrovision Corporation, and is a trademark. BBE and BBE symbol are a risk of electric shock to ...
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... 13) Unplug this apparatus near water. 6) Clean only with the manufacturer's instructions. 8) Do not install near any heat sources such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into your safety. If the provided plug does not fit ...11) Only use this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for replacement of the obsolete outlet. 10) Protect the power cord from being walked on the AC cord power plug is securely connected. 3 A polarized plug has two blades with the apparatus. Install in any ventilation openings. Servicing...
... 13) Unplug this apparatus near water. 6) Clean only with the manufacturer's instructions. 8) Do not install near any heat sources such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into your safety. If the provided plug does not fit ...11) Only use this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for replacement of the obsolete outlet. 10) Protect the power cord from being walked on the AC cord power plug is securely connected. 3 A polarized plug has two blades with the apparatus. Install in any ventilation openings. Servicing...
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...17 Connecting Headphones / Earphones 17 Connecting to the front AV terminals 17 PC Input Terminals Connection 18 Power ON / OFF 19 Location of Contents Important Safety Instructions 3 FCC STATEMENT 5 Safety Precautions 7 Cleaning... Main Unit 19 The Illuminated Remote Control 20 First Time Setup 22 Watching TV programs 23 VHF and UHF 23 Cable TV 23 Menu Navigation 24 Picture 26 Pic Mode 26 Color / Tint / Brightness... Program 37 Closed Caption 39 Other Adjust 41 CableCARD 41 Lock 42 Password 42 Lock Set 42 Channel Lock 43 Block Program 43 How Long 45 Blocking Messages ...
...17 Connecting Headphones / Earphones 17 Connecting to the front AV terminals 17 PC Input Terminals Connection 18 Power ON / OFF 19 Location of Contents Important Safety Instructions 3 FCC STATEMENT 5 Safety Precautions 7 Cleaning... Main Unit 19 The Illuminated Remote Control 20 First Time Setup 22 Watching TV programs 23 VHF and UHF 23 Cable TV 23 Menu Navigation 24 Picture 26 Pic Mode 26 Color / Tint / Brightness... Program 37 Closed Caption 39 Other Adjust 41 CableCARD 41 Lock 42 Password 42 Lock Set 42 Channel Lock 43 Block Program 43 How Long 45 Blocking Messages ...
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...60 Hz. Do not do anything that might cause fire or permanent damage to be used . If the Plasma TV will go. • If the plug is detected from the Plasma TV, unplug the power cord immediately. • Continuous use If a problem occurs (such as it will not be made. 7 ...Avoid installing this product. AC Power Supply Cord The Plasma TV is designed to the cable is suspected, have it repaired at an Authorized Service Center. If damage to operate on , place near ...
...60 Hz. Do not do anything that might cause fire or permanent damage to be used . If the Plasma TV will go. • If the plug is detected from the Plasma TV, unplug the power cord immediately. • Continuous use If a problem occurs (such as it will not be made. 7 ...Avoid installing this product. AC Power Supply Cord The Plasma TV is designed to the cable is suspected, have it repaired at an Authorized Service Center. If damage to operate on , place near ...
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...accessories may be displayed for an extended period, as to the TV if its cables attached might damage the insulation and cause fire. Clean the power cable regularly to prevent it dry with the surface of the Plasma TV. Burns or personal injuries can increase humidity which might damage ... a cleaning cloth or a soft, lint-free cloth. • If the surface is particularly dirty, soak the cloth in 4:3 mode. 8 Disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet as insect sprays, solvents and thinner, otherwise the quality of the cabinet surface may peel off. Use this is dry...
...accessories may be displayed for an extended period, as to the TV if its cables attached might damage the insulation and cause fire. Clean the power cable regularly to prevent it dry with the surface of the Plasma TV. Burns or personal injuries can increase humidity which might damage ... a cleaning cloth or a soft, lint-free cloth. • If the surface is particularly dirty, soak the cloth in 4:3 mode. 8 Disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet as insect sprays, solvents and thinner, otherwise the quality of the cabinet surface may peel off. Use this is dry...
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Accessories Check that you have the Accessories and items shown Operating Instruction book Remote control EUR7627Z10 POWER SAP LIGHT TV VCR DVD DBS RCVR CBL AUX TV/VIDEO A -ANTENNA - B MUT CALL ASPECT BBE E RE CH VOL OK VOL MENU CH EXIT 1 4 7 PIP MIN REW 2 5 8 0 PLAY 3 6 9 PROG PIP MAX FF ...PAUSE STOP REC FREEZE PIP CH SEARCH TV/VCR DVD/VCR CH OPEN/CLOSE PIP SPLIT MOVE SWAP Batteries for the remote control (AA Battery × 2) Pedestal TY-ST42PX20 (TH-37PX25, TH-42PX25...
Accessories Check that you have the Accessories and items shown Operating Instruction book Remote control EUR7627Z10 POWER SAP LIGHT TV VCR DVD DBS RCVR CBL AUX TV/VIDEO A -ANTENNA - B MUT CALL ASPECT BBE E RE CH VOL OK VOL MENU CH EXIT 1 4 7 PIP MIN REW 2 5 8 0 PLAY 3 6 9 PROG PIP MAX FF ...PAUSE STOP REC FREEZE PIP CH SEARCH TV/VCR DVD/VCR CH OPEN/CLOSE PIP SPLIT MOVE SWAP Batteries for the remote control (AA Battery × 2) Pedestal TY-ST42PX20 (TH-37PX25, TH-42PX25...
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.... 2 Fastening method of other cables Attach the clamper on the installation hole, and fasten them. Bundle the cable with the power cable fastening band. 11 Insert the power plug into the main body. 2. Cable Connection Headphones / Earphones jack (see page 17) Front AV terminals (see page 17...) HPJ S VIDEO VIDEO L AUDIO R PC INPUT 3 From EXTERNAL monitor terminal on Computer (see page 18) SD CARD PUSH-EJECT MENU OK TV/VIDEO VOLUME ...
.... 2 Fastening method of other cables Attach the clamper on the installation hole, and fasten them. Bundle the cable with the power cable fastening band. 11 Insert the power plug into the main body. 2. Cable Connection Headphones / Earphones jack (see page 17) Front AV terminals (see page 17...) HPJ S VIDEO VIDEO L AUDIO R PC INPUT 3 From EXTERNAL monitor terminal on Computer (see page 18) SD CARD PUSH-EJECT MENU OK TV/VIDEO VOLUME ...
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... input mode. 19 Effective when Pic Mode is still inserted into the wall outlet. Note: The TV will still consume some power as long as the power cord is set to Auto (see page 26). sensor Plasma C.A.T.S. (Contrast Automatic Tracking System) automatically... control sensor POWER button C.A.T.S. POWER POWER button POWER SAP LIGHT TV VCR DVD DBS RCVR CBL AUX TV/VIDEO A -ANTENNA - B 3 Power indicater Power on: Red Power off: No Light POWER Press to turn the TV on : Red Power off . Power ON / OFF 1 Connect the AC cord plug to the Plasma TV. • Fix the power cord plug ...
... input mode. 19 Effective when Pic Mode is still inserted into the wall outlet. Note: The TV will still consume some power as long as the power cord is set to Auto (see page 26). sensor Plasma C.A.T.S. (Contrast Automatic Tracking System) automatically... control sensor POWER button C.A.T.S. POWER POWER button POWER SAP LIGHT TV VCR DVD DBS RCVR CBL AUX TV/VIDEO A -ANTENNA - B 3 Power indicater Power on: Red Power off: No Light POWER Press to turn the TV on : Red Power off . Power ON / OFF 1 Connect the AC cord plug to the Plasma TV. • Fix the power cord plug ...
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... MAX Change the size of PIP frame (see page 52, 54). 20 POWER SAP LIGHT TV VCR DVD DBS RCVR CBL AUX TV/VIDEO A -ANTENNA - SWAP Swap pictures in Picture) Operation (see page ...input mode. FREEZE Freeze the picture (see pages 52, 54). Operation of Controls The Illuminated Remote Control POWER Turn the TV ON or OFF. B MUT CALL ASPECT BBE E RE CH VOL OK VOL MENU CH EXIT 1...MIN REW 2 5 8 0 PLAY 3 6 9 PROG PIP MAX FF PAUSE STOP REC FREEZE PIP CH SEARCH TV/VCR DVD/VCR CH OPEN/CLOSE PIP SPLIT MOVE SWAP Mode Selection buttons (see pages 53, 55). Location of ...
... MAX Change the size of PIP frame (see page 52, 54). 20 POWER SAP LIGHT TV VCR DVD DBS RCVR CBL AUX TV/VIDEO A -ANTENNA - SWAP Swap pictures in Picture) Operation (see page ...input mode. FREEZE Freeze the picture (see pages 52, 54). Operation of Controls The Illuminated Remote Control POWER Turn the TV ON or OFF. B MUT CALL ASPECT BBE E RE CH VOL OK VOL MENU CH EXIT 1...MIN REW 2 5 8 0 PLAY 3 6 9 PROG PIP MAX FF PAUSE STOP REC FREEZE PIP CH SEARCH TV/VCR DVD/VCR CH OPEN/CLOSE PIP SPLIT MOVE SWAP Mode Selection buttons (see pages 53, 55). Location of ...
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POWER SAP LIGHT TV VCR DVD Input Setup Select the configuration of RF input depending on -screen for the first... Setup menu. • If a CableCARD is pressed at anytime during Auto Scan, Auto Scan will be cancelled and the TV will not be scanned due to start Auto Scan. Notes: • If the EXIT button is present during Auto Scan....menu. To exit the menu screen EXIT Press . First Time Setup Input Setup Setting Auto Scan Cable/Antenna DBS RCVR CBL AUX TV/VIDEO A -ANTENNA - Press to start the Auto Scan. You can scan All, Analog only channels or Analog & Digital channels...
POWER SAP LIGHT TV VCR DVD Input Setup Select the configuration of RF input depending on -screen for the first... Setup menu. • If a CableCARD is pressed at anytime during Auto Scan, Auto Scan will be cancelled and the TV will not be scanned due to start Auto Scan. Notes: • If the EXIT button is present during Auto Scan....menu. To exit the menu screen EXIT Press . First Time Setup Input Setup Setting Auto Scan Cable/Antenna DBS RCVR CBL AUX TV/VIDEO A -ANTENNA - Press to start the Auto Scan. You can scan All, Analog only channels or Analog & Digital channels...
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... and volume level remain the same even after the TV is turned off. • Power consumption and howling sound can be reduced if the volume level is set with cable TV provider and connection of equipment are completed. 1 Select the TV channel 3 or 4. Select the desired volume level....PLAY 3 6 9 PROG PIP MAX FF PAUSE STOP REC FREEZE PIP CH SEARCH TV/VCR DVD/VCR CH OPEN/CLOSE PIP SPLIT MOVE SWAP 1 TV POWER 2 3 CH VOL OK VOL CH 4 CH VOL OK VOL CH Press to operate the TV set for Panasonic products. • To operate other manufacturer's product (see pages 59 - 64). ...
... and volume level remain the same even after the TV is turned off. • Power consumption and howling sound can be reduced if the volume level is set with cable TV provider and connection of equipment are completed. 1 Select the TV channel 3 or 4. Select the desired volume level....PLAY 3 6 9 PROG PIP MAX FF PAUSE STOP REC FREEZE PIP CH SEARCH TV/VCR DVD/VCR CH OPEN/CLOSE PIP SPLIT MOVE SWAP 1 TV POWER 2 3 CH VOL OK VOL CH 4 CH VOL OK VOL CH Press to operate the TV set for Panasonic products. • To operate other manufacturer's product (see pages 59 - 64). ...
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...OK VOL CH 3 CH VOL OK VOL CH Timer (see page 33) Setup (see page 36) Lock (see page 42) About The About screen displays assorted information about the TV. Press to select the menu. ex. Picture menu Picture Pic Mode Color Tint Brightness Picture Sharpness Normal Other Adjust Vivid ...31 31 26 63 50 No Menu Navigation 1 MENU Press to select the sub-menu. POWER SAP LIGHT TV VCR DVD DBS RCVR CBL AUX TV/VIDEO A -ANTENNA - Please have this information when calling Customer Care Center. Press to enter the sub-menu field. 24 4 ...
...OK VOL CH 3 CH VOL OK VOL CH Timer (see page 33) Setup (see page 36) Lock (see page 42) About The About screen displays assorted information about the TV. Press to select the menu. ex. Picture menu Picture Pic Mode Color Tint Brightness Picture Sharpness Normal Other Adjust Vivid ...31 31 26 63 50 No Menu Navigation 1 MENU Press to select the sub-menu. POWER SAP LIGHT TV VCR DVD DBS RCVR CBL AUX TV/VIDEO A -ANTENNA - Please have this information when calling Customer Care Center. Press to enter the sub-menu field. 24 4 ...
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... problem, the off at selected times and on and off -timer will be deactivated and the TV will be cancelled if the Off Time is selected or if a key is pressed. • When the power to the TV set the hour (AM or PM) and the minutes. 3 CH VOL OK VOL CH Press... selected day. Day CH VOL OK VOL CH Press to enter the time field. Press to select Day. Notes: • The TV automatically turns Off after power is restored. CH VOL OK VOL Press to select On Time or Off Time. CH Timer Sleep Timer Clock Set Day Set No --:-- -- - - On Time...
... problem, the off at selected times and on and off -timer will be deactivated and the TV will be cancelled if the Off Time is selected or if a key is pressed. • When the power to the TV set the hour (AM or PM) and the minutes. 3 CH VOL OK VOL CH Press... selected day. Day CH VOL OK VOL CH Press to enter the time field. Press to select Day. Notes: • The TV automatically turns Off after power is restored. CH VOL OK VOL Press to select On Time or Off Time. CH Timer Sleep Timer Clock Set Day Set No --:-- -- - - On Time...
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... enter the next field. Change the brightness of the TV to power up the TV at the same time as the cable box or other connected components. Menu Navigation Other... Adjust Auto Power On Side Bar Power Save Off Bright Off Auto Power On (Set or Off) Select Set to reduce power consumption...a picture in 4:3 mode for an extended period may flash (alternate black/white) depending on the picture. Power Save (Off or On) Supress the luminous level of the side bars to order call-ahead pay per view...
... enter the next field. Change the brightness of the TV to power up the TV at the same time as the cable box or other connected components. Menu Navigation Other... Adjust Auto Power On Side Bar Power Save Off Bright Off Auto Power On (Set or Off) Select Set to reduce power consumption...a picture in 4:3 mode for an extended period may flash (alternate black/white) depending on the picture. Power Save (Off or On) Supress the luminous level of the side bars to order call-ahead pay per view...
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VOL OK VOL • Press OK to return to display the thumbnail screen. OR POWER SAP Press to the thumbnail screen. After accessing the images from the card. CH VOL OK VOL CH 48 CH To rotate the picture While ... the information from the card, a thumbnail screen is displayed. 1 4 7 R-TUNE PIP MIN REW PAUSE 2 5 8 0 PLAY STOP 3 6 9 PROG PIP MAX FF REC FREEZE PIP CH SEARCH TV/VCR DVD/VCR CH OPEN/CLOSE PIP SPLIT MOVE SWAP 2 Select the thumbnail Single picture view mode image. To play a PCMCIA card, select "PC" in...
VOL OK VOL • Press OK to return to display the thumbnail screen. OR POWER SAP Press to the thumbnail screen. After accessing the images from the card. CH VOL OK VOL CH 48 CH To rotate the picture While ... the information from the card, a thumbnail screen is displayed. 1 4 7 R-TUNE PIP MIN REW PAUSE 2 5 8 0 PLAY STOP 3 6 9 PROG PIP MAX FF REC FREEZE PIP CH SEARCH TV/VCR DVD/VCR CH OPEN/CLOSE PIP SPLIT MOVE SWAP 2 Select the thumbnail Single picture view mode image. To play a PCMCIA card, select "PC" in...
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POWER SAP LIGHT TV VCR DVD DBS RCVR CBL AUX TV/VIDEO A -ANTENNA - B ASPECT BBE E RE CH MUT CALL VOL OK VOL MENU CH EXIT 1 4 7 R-TUNE PIP MIN REW 2 5 8 0 PLAY 3 6 9 PROG PIP MAX FF PAUSE STOP REC FREEZE PIP CH SEARCH TV/VCR DVD/VCR CH OPEN/CLOSE PIP SPLIT MOVE SWAP Main picture PIP...
POWER SAP LIGHT TV VCR DVD DBS RCVR CBL AUX TV/VIDEO A -ANTENNA - B ASPECT BBE E RE CH MUT CALL VOL OK VOL MENU CH EXIT 1 4 7 R-TUNE PIP MIN REW 2 5 8 0 PLAY 3 6 9 PROG PIP MAX FF PAUSE STOP REC FREEZE PIP CH SEARCH TV/VCR DVD/VCR CH OPEN/CLOSE PIP SPLIT MOVE SWAP Main picture PIP...
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...CH MUT CALL VOL OK VOL MENU CH EXIT 1 4 7 R-TUNE PIP MIN REW 2 5 8 0 PLAY 3 6 9 PROG PIP MAX FF PAUSE STOP REC FREEZE PIP CH SEARCH TV/VCR DVD/VCR CH OPEN/CLOSE PIP SPLIT MOVE SWAP Main picture SPLIT frame (The previously selected screen appears.) Notes: • Audio is from Main... channel. CH VOL OK VOL CH To cancel the SPLIT operation. In the Main picture Press to display the SPLIT frame. POWER SAP LIGHT TV VCR DVD DBS RCVR CBL AUX TV/VIDEO A -ANTENNA - SPLIT To swap the pictures SWAP Main picture SPLIT frame CH10 CH5 Main picture SPLIT frame CH5 CH10 ...
...CH MUT CALL VOL OK VOL MENU CH EXIT 1 4 7 R-TUNE PIP MIN REW 2 5 8 0 PLAY 3 6 9 PROG PIP MAX FF PAUSE STOP REC FREEZE PIP CH SEARCH TV/VCR DVD/VCR CH OPEN/CLOSE PIP SPLIT MOVE SWAP Main picture SPLIT frame (The previously selected screen appears.) Notes: • Audio is from Main... channel. CH VOL OK VOL CH To cancel the SPLIT operation. In the Main picture Press to display the SPLIT frame. POWER SAP LIGHT TV VCR DVD DBS RCVR CBL AUX TV/VIDEO A -ANTENNA - SPLIT To swap the pictures SWAP Main picture SPLIT frame CH10 CH5 Main picture SPLIT frame CH5 CH10 ...
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... ASPECT BBE E RE CH VOL OK VOL MENU CH EXIT ASPECT Press to full screen width and then reposition the picture 9 vertically. (Recommended for regular TV viewing.) Note: In PC mode, aspect mode information is displayed as "NORMAL".) 1 2 Mode 4 : 3 (NORMAL in the top right of the received signal and your preference... may create an after-image on screen if displayed for a prolonged period of time.) Expands a 4:3 picture uniformly (width and height) to change the aspect mode. POWER SAP LIGHT TV VCR DVD DBS RCVR CBL AUX...
... ASPECT BBE E RE CH VOL OK VOL MENU CH EXIT ASPECT Press to full screen width and then reposition the picture 9 vertically. (Recommended for regular TV viewing.) Note: In PC mode, aspect mode information is displayed as "NORMAL".) 1 2 Mode 4 : 3 (NORMAL in the top right of the received signal and your preference... may create an after-image on screen if displayed for a prolonged period of time.) Expands a 4:3 picture uniformly (width and height) to change the aspect mode. POWER SAP LIGHT TV VCR DVD DBS RCVR CBL AUX...
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... selects the mode that best suits the brightness of picture. PICTURE NORMALIZE NORMAL PICTURE MENU PICTURE BRIGHTNESS SHARPNESS COLOR TEMP STANDARD 25 0 3 NORMAL 57 POWER MENU SAP 1 Press to the factory default setting. CH 1 2 3 To return to the previous screen EXIT PICTURE NORMALIZE Select "NORMALIZE" to ... the sub sub-menu. VOL OK VOL CH ASPECT BBE E RE CH MUT CALL VOL OK VOL MENU CH EXIT 3 Press to the TV (see page 18). • Select PC input mode (see page 20). BRIGHTNESS Adjusts dark areas of outline detail. SHARPNESS Adjusts clarity of picture...
... selects the mode that best suits the brightness of picture. PICTURE NORMALIZE NORMAL PICTURE MENU PICTURE BRIGHTNESS SHARPNESS COLOR TEMP STANDARD 25 0 3 NORMAL 57 POWER MENU SAP 1 Press to the factory default setting. CH 1 2 3 To return to the previous screen EXIT PICTURE NORMALIZE Select "NORMALIZE" to ... the sub sub-menu. VOL OK VOL CH ASPECT BBE E RE CH MUT CALL VOL OK VOL MENU CH EXIT 3 Press to the TV (see page 18). • Select PC input mode (see page 20). BRIGHTNESS Adjusts dark areas of outline detail. SHARPNESS Adjusts clarity of picture...