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... continue to receive low-power analog broadcasts via an antenna. HDMI, the HDMI logo and HighDefinition Multimedia Interface are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation. When a Converter is a trademark. Please check with an older television receiver, a signal splitter might be used with...provider if you have questions about your own living room into a movie theater! Panasonic Corporation. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks or registered trademarks of full-power analog TV broadcasting in analog, watching pre-recorded movies, or playing video games). VIERA Link...
... continue to receive low-power analog broadcasts via an antenna. HDMI, the HDMI logo and HighDefinition Multimedia Interface are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation. When a Converter is a trademark. Please check with an older television receiver, a signal splitter might be used with...provider if you have questions about your own living room into a movie theater! Panasonic Corporation. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks or registered trademarks of full-power analog TV broadcasting in analog, watching pre-recorded movies, or playing video games). VIERA Link...
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...Quick Start Guide Accessories/Optional Accessory ····· 8 Basic Connection 11 Identifying Controls 15 First Time Setup 16 Enjoy your TV! Any modifications to Use Menu Functions (picture, sound quality, etc 26 VIERA LinkTM "HDAVI ControlTM 30 Lock 36 Editing and Setting Channels... Directory (for U.S.A. This product qualifies for Canada 55 3 Ratings 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...
...Quick Start Guide Accessories/Optional Accessory ····· 8 Basic Connection 11 Identifying Controls 15 First Time Setup 16 Enjoy your TV! Any modifications to Use Menu Functions (picture, sound quality, etc 26 VIERA LinkTM "HDAVI ControlTM 30 Lock 36 Editing and Setting Channels... Directory (for U.S.A. This product qualifies for Canada 55 3 Ratings 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...
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...Do not defeat the safety purpose 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 apparatus. Any... prong. These limits are in accordance with arrowhead within a triangle is connected. • Consult the Panasonic Service Center or an experienced radio/TV technician for long periods of electric shock to qualified service personnel. When a cart is encouraged to try...
...Do not defeat the safety purpose 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 apparatus. Any... prong. These limits are in accordance with arrowhead within a triangle is connected. • Consult the Panasonic Service Center or an experienced radio/TV technician for long periods of electric shock to qualified service personnel. When a cart is encouraged to try...
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.... Two or more at the top, left and right, and 2 3/4" (7 cm) or more people are required to climb on the Plasma TV Place or install the Plasma TV where it will go into the socket outlet. (If the power plug is loose, it . • Do not pull on the cord...power supply cord, hold the plug, not the cord. Continued use any cleaning. 5 Leave a space of suffocation. The Plasma TV may generate, which could cause a fire. Have the TV evaluated by Panasonic Corporation. • Wall-hanging bracket (Angled) TY-WK4P1RW Be sure to ask a qualified technician to disconnect all cords ...
.... Two or more at the top, left and right, and 2 3/4" (7 cm) or more people are required to climb on the Plasma TV Place or install the Plasma TV where it will go into the socket outlet. (If the power plug is loose, it . • Do not pull on the cord...power supply cord, hold the plug, not the cord. Continued use any cleaning. 5 Leave a space of suffocation. The Plasma TV may generate, which could cause a fire. Have the TV evaluated by Panasonic Corporation. • Wall-hanging bracket (Angled) TY-WK4P1RW Be sure to ask a qualified technician to disconnect all cords ...
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.... Flat panel displays can increase humidity, which Panasonic is a member) is heavy. Safety Precautions (Continued) Transport only in upright position Transporting the unit with steel studs or old cinder block construction. Build-up of your Plasma TV. TV should be taken to follow the following safety guidelines... power supply cord and plug regularly. This Plasma TV radiates infrared rays; The TV will still consume some power as long as UL, CSA, ETL). • Follow all . The TV is committed to be pulled or grabbed by the TV tipping or falling. Flat panel displays that...
.... Flat panel displays can increase humidity, which Panasonic is a member) is heavy. Safety Precautions (Continued) Transport only in upright position Transporting the unit with steel studs or old cinder block construction. Build-up of your Plasma TV. TV should be taken to follow the following safety guidelines... power supply cord and plug regularly. This Plasma TV radiates infrared rays; The TV will still consume some power as long as UL, CSA, ETL). • Follow all . The TV is committed to be pulled or grabbed by the TV tipping or falling. Flat panel displays that...
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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 sure ... secure the wall-hanging brackets. Carefully read the instructions accompanying the plasma TV stand or pedestal, and be absolutely sure to ask your dealer or a licensed contractor to prevent the TV from tipping over. Caution Incorrect installation may cause its panel to ...
...) 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 sure ... secure the wall-hanging brackets. Carefully read the instructions accompanying the plasma TV stand or pedestal, and be absolutely sure to ask your dealer or a licensed contractor to prevent the TV from tipping over. Caution Incorrect installation may cause its panel to ...
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... and personal injury may result. Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result. If sufficient care is not taken to ensure screws are securely tightened. Contact your nearest Panasonic Dealer immediately. Caution Do not use the ...pedestal when it becomes warped or physically damaged. If you use any other TV and displays. Accessories Assembly screws (4 of each) A M5 x 18 (Silver) B M5 ...
... and personal injury may result. Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result. If sufficient care is not taken to ensure screws are securely tightened. Contact your nearest Panasonic Dealer immediately. Caution Do not use the ...pedestal when it becomes warped or physically damaged. If you use any other TV and displays. Accessories Assembly screws (4 of each) A M5 x 18 (Silver) B M5 ...
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... be absolutely sure to enjoy viewing their programming. For additional assistance, visit us at: www.panasonic.com www.panasonic.ca 11 The connection for the equipment. 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...
... be absolutely sure to enjoy viewing their programming. For additional assistance, visit us at: www.panasonic.com www.panasonic.ca 11 The connection for the equipment. 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...
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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...IN 1 D ANT IN ANT OUT AV Equipment (e.g. D on p. 14 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 resolution signal (480p/720p/ (e.g. DVD Recorder 1080i/1080p), connection can be made with...
... 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...IN 1 D ANT IN ANT OUT AV Equipment (e.g. D on p. 14 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 resolution signal (480p/720p/ (e.g. DVD Recorder 1080i/1080p), connection can be made with...
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... VIDEO C PB PB VIDEO PR PR L LL AUDIO R RR COMPONENT 1 IN 2 VIDEO IN 1 D Connecting TV and AV equipment Please refer to A - Example 3 Connecting DVD recorder (VCR) and satellite receiver TV Satellite You can be done with the use of HDMI or Component Video cable. (p. 14) To connect the antenna terminal... 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 or high-definition satellite service....
... VIDEO C PB PB VIDEO PR PR L LL AUDIO R RR COMPONENT 1 IN 2 VIDEO IN 1 D Connecting TV and AV equipment Please refer to A - Example 3 Connecting DVD recorder (VCR) and satellite receiver TV Satellite You can be done with the use of HDMI or Component Video cable. (p. 14) To connect the antenna terminal... 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 or high-definition satellite service....
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... recording. Connecting to S VIDEO terminals will override the composite video signal when S Video cable is displayed, do not connect the other TV monitor. 14 For more details on the other TV monitor through a VCR. DVD Recorder or e.g. Basic Connection (Continued) AV cable connections High-Definition A To use COMPONENT terminals Y Y green green green...
... recording. Connecting to S VIDEO terminals will override the composite video signal when S Video cable is displayed, do not connect the other TV monitor. 14 For more details on the other TV monitor through a VCR. DVD Recorder or e.g. Basic Connection (Continued) AV cable connections High-Definition A To use COMPONENT terminals Y Y green green green...
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.... (p. 19) External equipment operations (p. 35) 15 sensor Plasma C.A.T.S. (Contrast Automatic Tracking System). (p. 26) Changes the input mode Chooses menu and submenu entries. Displays or removes the channel banner (p. 20) Operates the Favorite channel list function. (p. 20) Numeric keypad to select any objects between the TV remote control sensor and remote control. Remote...
.... (p. 19) External equipment operations (p. 35) 15 sensor Plasma C.A.T.S. (Contrast Automatic Tracking System). (p. 26) Changes the input mode Chooses menu and submenu entries. Displays or removes the channel banner (p. 20) Operates the Favorite channel list function. (p. 20) Numeric keypad to select any objects between the TV remote control sensor and remote control. Remote...
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... 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". To display the "Please ..." 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 First Time Setup "First time...
... 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". To display the "Please ..." 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 First Time Setup "First time...
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... connected to the "Antenna/Cable" terminal. 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 a TV input. Prevents accidental tuning to an unavailable signal. Quick Start Guide First Time Setup ■Press to...
... connected to the "Antenna/Cable" terminal. 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 a TV input. Prevents accidental tuning to an unavailable signal. Quick Start Guide First Time Setup ■Press to...
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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" to... switch the signal reception between cable TV and antenna. (p. 17, 39) The channel number and volume level remain the same even after the TV is not TV, press and select TV. (p. 24) (TV) Select a channel number up or down ■To directly input the digital channel number...
... 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" to... switch the signal reception between cable TV and antenna. (p. 17, 39) The channel number and volume level remain the same even after the TV is not TV, press and select TV. (p. 24) (TV) Select a channel number up or down ■To directly input the digital channel number...
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...(see below) ■Set Favorite Feature 1 Display the SUB MENU. 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.../4:3/ZOOM Call up a favorite channel ■ FAVORITE Channel numbers registered in Favorite are displayed on the favorite tune screen. Watching TV (Continued) ■Other Useful Functions (Operate after ) Information Recall Change aspect ratio ■Displays or removes the channel banner.
...(see below) ■Set Favorite Feature 1 Display the SUB MENU. 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.../4:3/ZOOM Call up a favorite channel ■ FAVORITE Channel numbers registered in Favorite are displayed on the favorite tune screen. Watching TV (Continued) ■Other Useful Functions (Operate after ) Information Recall Change aspect ratio ■Displays or removes the channel banner.
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Unlike a conventional menu, you can enjoy using, playing or setting a function quickly. Viewing Using VIERA TOOLS VIERA TOOLS are the easy way to the previous screen Using VIERA TOOLS Watching TV 21 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 displayed as shortcut icons on the TV screen.
Unlike a conventional menu, you can enjoy using, playing or setting a function quickly. Viewing Using VIERA TOOLS VIERA TOOLS are the easy way to the previous screen Using VIERA TOOLS Watching TV 21 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 displayed as shortcut icons on the TV screen.
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...is taken for Input label, refer to access. The terminal and label of your choice. Note The input label will be displayed on the TV's screen. For more details for several seconds, the "Input select" menu disappears. enter During the selection, if no action is set as ...default. To label each of the inputs, please refer to the TV, you have applicable equipment connected to p. 41. Select the input of the connected equipment are displayed. For side input terminals (HDMI 3/Video 2), "...
...is taken for Input label, refer to access. The terminal and label of your choice. Note The input label will be displayed on the TV's screen. For more details for several seconds, the "Input select" menu disappears. enter During the selection, if no action is set as ...default. To label each of the inputs, please refer to the TV, you have applicable equipment connected to p. 41. Select the input of the connected equipment are displayed. For side input terminals (HDMI 3/Video 2), "...
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VIERA LinkTM Setting If you connect equipment that has the "HDAVI Control" function to a TV using these functions, you need to set "VIERA Link" setting to p. 30-35. "VIERA Link") is used, set each "VIERA Link" function according to the ... 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 connected or standard HDMI equipment (non-
VIERA LinkTM Setting If you connect equipment that has the "HDAVI Control" function to a TV using these functions, you need to set "VIERA Link" setting to p. 30-35. "VIERA Link") is used, set each "VIERA Link" function according to the ... 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 connected or standard HDMI equipment (non-
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...: Picture menu) select adjust or select Advanced audio Audio MPEG NR Black level HD size H size 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 C.A.T.S. 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 can be set (varies depending on the input signal) Reset to defaults Picture mode Select the menu Menu VIERA Link Picture...
...: Picture menu) select adjust or select Advanced audio Audio MPEG NR Black level HD size H size 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 C.A.T.S. 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 can be set (varies depending on the input signal) Reset to defaults Picture mode Select the menu Menu VIERA Link Picture...