Panasonic TCP42X1 42" Plasma Tv
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Operating Instructions 42"/50" Class 720p Plasma HDTV (41.6/49.9 inches measured diagonally) Manual de instrucciones Televisión de alta definición de 720p y clase 42"/50" de Plasma (41,6/49,9 pulgadas medidas diagonalmente) TC-P42X1 Model No. Número de modelo TC-P50X1 Quick Start Guide (See page 8- - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 2
. For information on the TV Converter program, and on service provider if you have questions about your cable or satellite set-top box. HDMI, the HDMI logo and HighDefinition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. VIERA Link™ is a trademark of Panasonic - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 3
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 Use Menu Functions (picture, sound quality, etc 26 VIERA LinkTM "HDAVI ControlTM 30 Lock 36 Editing and Setting Channels 38 Closed Caption - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 4
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) [email protected] CANADIAN NOTICE: For Model TC-P42X1, TC-P50X1 This Class B digital apparatus complies - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 5
corresponding hardware and installation instructions. This Plasma TV is for use only with the following optional accessories. Use with any other type of optional accessories may cause instability. The following accessories are manufactured by Panasonic Corporation. • Wall-hanging bracket (Angled) TY - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 6
light from your Plasma TV. The TV will still consume some power as long as the power supply cord is connected to the wall . The consumer electronics industry (of which Panasonic is a member) is committed to making • Follow all instructions supplied by the display and wall mount manufacturers. • If - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 7
time This causes the image to remain on the plasma screen ("Image retention"). This is not considered a Set up • Computer image Do not place the unit where it's exposed to sunlight or other bright light (including reflections). Use of some types of fluorescent lighting may reduce the remote - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 8
for the Remote Control Transmitter (2) AA Battery AC cord Pedestal How to assemble (p. 9) TBLX0088 (TC-P42X1) TBLX0089 (TC-P50X1) 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 - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 9
may result. Contact your nearest Panasonic Dealer immediately. During set-up, make sure that all screws are securely tightened. If sufficient care is not taken to ensure screws are properly tightened during assembly, the pedestal will not be strong enough to support the TV, and it might fall over - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 10
Accessories/Optional Accessory (Continued) AC cord connection To attach To remove Insert it firmly until the tabs on both sides click into place. Keep pushing both side snaps and pull down Reference of connection Antenna terminal Pin terminals Firmly tighten by hand. red blue green green - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 11
Quick Start Guide Basic Connection (Antenna + TV) Accessories/Optional Accessory H (If no Cable Box) Y or PB VIDEO PR L AUDIO R ANT IN ANT OUT Cable Box •Cable Box/Cable You need to subscribe to a cable TV service to enjoy viewing their programming. If using a Cable Box set the TV channel to - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 12
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 IN 2 VIDEO IN 1 D ANT - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 13
or high-definition satellite service. VCR Connection can be done with the use of HDMI or Component Video cable. (p. 14) To connect the antenna 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 - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 14
high-quality sound. The HDMI connection is required for a 1080p signal. For "VIERA LinkTM connections", please refer to p. 31. B To use COMPONENT terminals Y Y the copyright protection program is displayed, do not connect the other TV monitor through a VCR. Video signals fed through VCRs may be - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 15
Volume up/down POWER button Remote control sensor Within about 23 feet (7 meters) in front of the TV set. Displays the Main menu. Power indicator (on: red, off: no light) HDMI input 3 connector Video Input 2 connector C.A.T.S. sensor Plasma C.A.T.S. (Contrast Automatic Tracking System). (p. 26 - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 16
inserted into a wall outlet and when "Auto power on" (p. 28-29) is set to "No". or Turn the TV On with the POWER button or (TV) (Remote) * This setting will be skipped POWER button. • Unplug the TV and plug it again. ■Press to exit from a menu screen ■Press to return to the previous screen 16 - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 17
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 Cable Auto program set select next select ANT in Cable: Cable TV Antenna: Antenna Not used: Skip TV tuning go to 17 - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 18
The channel will be saved when no operation is performed for 60 seconds and the "Manual program" menu will also exit automatically. If you perform scanning more than twice, previously saved channels are erased. Set the Input labels First time setup Language Clock ANT/Cable setup Input labels next - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 19
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 shortcuts to convenient functions. SUB MENU Setup SUB MENU Channel surf mode All Set favorite Edit CH caption Signal meter 19 - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 20
ABC-HD CC SAP TV-G 1080i Standard 4:3 Set Favorite Feature 1 Display the SUB MENU. SUB MENU Favorite Feature ■Use Favorite Feature 1 Display "Favorite channels" 2 Select "Set favorite" Setup SUB MENU Channel surf mode All Set favorite Edit CH caption Signal meter 3 Set the displayed channel Set - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 21
easy way 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. Display VIERA TOOLS Select the item GAME MODE select next ■Press to exit from a menu screen ■Press to return to - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 22
later Play SD card now change Thumbnail: The Photo viewer menu will be displayed automatically next time. set Set later: "SD card setting" menu will be displayed repeatedly. Off: The data can be played manually. ■Manual operation ("Play SD card automatically" is "Off") Display "Photo viewer - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 23
SD Card Label surface Push until a click is heard Press in lightly on SD Card, then release. Compliant card type (maximum capacity): 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 - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 24
default. (Picture mode is set to "Game", refer to p. 47.) For more details for picture mode setting, refer to p. 47. For Input label, refer to p. 41. Operate the connected equipment using the remote control supplied with the equipment Note For details, see the manual of the connected equipment. 24 - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 25
equipment that has the "HDAVI Control" function to a TV using an HDMI cable, you will find it easier to use. Please refer to p. 30-35. Before using these functions, you need to set "VIERA Link" setting to "On" as shown below. Display menu Viewing Watching Videos and DVDs ■Press to exit from - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 26
Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions so that you can enjoy watching TV best suited for you. Display menu ■Menu list Menu Item VIERA Link control Speaker output VIERA Link ■Press to exit from a menu screen ■Press to return to the previous - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 27
35) [Speaker output] Selects an audio output. (Home theater/TV) (p. 34-35) • VIERA Link menu is accessible directly by pressing the VIERA Link button on the remote control. (p. 34) Resets all picture adjustments to factory default settings except for "Advanced picture". Reset to defaults Basic - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 28
can enjoy watching TV best suited for you. Display menu ■Menu list Menu Item Channel surf mode ■Press to exit from a menu screen ■Press to return to the previous screen Displays the functions that can be set (varies depending on the input signal) Select "Setup" Menu next VIERA Link Picture - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 29
if "Off" is set. Sets "Power on link" of HDMI connection equipment (p. 32) (Yes/No) VIERA Link On Power on link Yes Sets "Power off link" TV automatically turns off when no operation of remote or side panel key continues for more than 3 hours. (Enable/Disable) Note Not in use when setting - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 30
VIERA LinkTM "HDAVI ControlTM" Simultaneously control all Panasonic "HDAVI Control" equipped components using one button on the TV remote. Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with Panasonic products which have the "HDAVI Control" function. This TV supports "HDAVI Control 4" function. - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 31
connections as shown above, set "VIERA Link" (under "VIERA Link settings") to "On" using the Setup menu. (p. 25, 32-33). Note Individual HDMI equipment may require additional menu settings specific to each model. Please refer to their respective operating instruction manuals. When audio from - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 32
menu Select "Setup" Menu VIERA Link LPoicctkure SD card Closed Caption Setup select next Select "VIERA Link settings" Setup 2/2 VIERA Link settings ECO/power saving Advanced Setup About select next Select "VIERA Link" VIERA Link settings VIERA TV Set VIERA Link settings VIERA - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 33
system as default speakers, change the default speakers setting from "TV" to "Theater". Sound will be output from the Home Theater whenever the TV is powered on. If the "ONE TOUCH PLAY" key is pressed on the remote control for Panasonic Home Theater system, the following sequence of operations - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 34
from a menu screen ■Press to return to the previous screen VIERA Link Select the item VIERA Link control Recorder Speaker output TV Select VIERA Link control Home theater Speaker output TV Set Speaker control select select next change VIERA Link control only with the TV's remote control (for - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 35
TV's remote control, pointing it at the TV. To operate the equipment, read the manual of the equipment. ■Available TV's remote control buttons Whether an operation is available differs depending on the connected equipment. Move the cursor/Select Play Set/Access Return to previous menu SUB MENU - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 36
to view the channel if you input your password. 36 Select "Lock" Menu VIERA Link Picture Audio Timer Lock SD card Closed Caption Setup next select You will Channel Off Game Off Program Off Change password set select Off: Unlocks all the lock settings of "Channel", "Game" and "Program". - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 37
Select "Mode" and set to "Custom" Select channel to - select set To lock/unlock all channels: Select "Mode" and set to "All TV ratings. Select "Mode" and set to "On". Program lock Mode On MPAA Off U.S.TV Off C.E.L.R. Off C.F.L.R. Off Sl t set designed to support the "Downloadable - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 38
Select the function ANT/Cable setup ANT in Cable Auto program Manual program Signal meter next select Manual program Set manually Set ■To reset the settings of setup menu Select "Reset to defaults" in Setup menu ( ) and press OK Input your 4-digit password with number buttons Select - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 39
TV tuning. Select "Auto program" ANT/Cable setup ANT in Cable next Select a scanning mode (p. 18) Auto program All channels Analog only Digital only ok select Auto program Manual program Signal meter Sl select Settings , check the antenna. If no problem is found, consult your local dealer - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 40
(The Digital Closed Caption menu lets you configure the way you choose to view the digital captioning.) Select the setting. "Primary", "Second.", "Service 3", "Service 4", "Service 5", "Service 6" ■To make more in-depth display settings in digital programs Select "Digital setting" and press OK - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 41
Caption ■Press to exit from a menu screen Select "Setup" Menu VIERA Link Picture Audio Timer Lock SD card Select the terminal and label of the external equipment Input labels select Component 1 Component 2 set HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 GAME or Video 1 Video 2 GAME Input labels Component - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 42
Note The TV automatically turns Off after 90 minutes when turned On by the Timer. This operation will be cancelled if the Off time is selected or if a key is pressed. 42 Select "Timer" Menu next VIERA Link Picture Audio Timer Lock SD card Closed Caption select Select the timer to set Timer - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 43
equipment. For other connections, consult the instructions for each piece of equipment and its specifications. For additional assistance, please visit our website at: www.panasonic.com www.panasonic.ca Front of the TV Back of the TV AC 120 V 60 Hz Cable TV or Cable Box AC Cord (Connect after - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 44
TV PROGRAMS RATINGS (U. S. TV) Age-based Group NR (Not Rated) Youth Guidance Age-based Ratings TV-NR TV-Y TV-Y7 TV-G TV-PG TV-14 TV broad audience but contains light or occasional violence. that is used in this set is capable of blocking "NR Service Announcements • Religious • Sports • Weather - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 45
format. If the recorder or output monitor is connected to the TV, the CC needs to be set up on the recorder or output monitor. Aspect Ratio (FORMAT) adjusted in "ZOOM". Select "Zoom adjustments" on the "Picture" menu. (p. 26-27) V-position: Vertical position adjustment V-size: Vertical size - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 46
suitable SD Memory Cards, please confirm the latest information on the following website. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs (This site is in English only) Cautions in handling SD Card: this type of data is not supported. The file is broken or unreadable. The TV does not support the format. 46 - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 47
(Continued) VIERA LinkTM "HDAVI ControlTM" HDMI connections to some Panasonic equipment allow you to interface automatically. (p. 30) This function may not work normally depending on the equipment condition. The equipment can be operated by other remote controls with this function on even if TV is - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 48
(1,080)/60p 1,125 (1,080)/60p 1,125(1,080)/24p 1,125(1,080)/24p horizontal frequency (kHz) 15.73 31.47 45.00 33.75 67.43 67.50 26.97 27.00 vertical frequency (Hz) 59.94 59.94 59.94 59.94 59.94 60.00 23.98 24.00 COMPONENT * * * * Note - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 49
cord plug from the wall outlet. Display panel with the surface of the Plasma TV. If water droplets get inside the unit, operating problems may result. Avoid contact with coating. (If using a chemically-treated cloth, follow the instructions supplied with the cloth.) Do not attach sticky tape or - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 50
, please follow these simple guides to resolve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer or Panasonic Service Center for assistance. For details (p. 54, 55) For additional assistance, please contact us via the website at: www.panasonic.com/contactinfo www - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 51
problem, please contact your local Panasonic dealer, quoting the model number and serial number (both found on the rear of the TV). Problem the channel settings. (p. 38) Check the antenna cables. Is the AC power cord plugged into the outlet? Is the TV unit turned On? Check Picture menu (p. 26) - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 52
TC-P50X1 50 " class (49.9 inches measured diagonally) 43.5 " × 24.4 " × 49.9 " (1,106 mm × 622 mm × 1,269 mm) 1,049,088 (1,366 (W) × 768 (H)) [4,098 × 768 dots] Sound Audio Output 20 W [ 10 W + 10 W ] ( 10 % THD ) Mass Dimensions Connector × 3 • This TV supports "HDAVI Control 4" function. SD - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 53
PANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY, DIVISION OF PANASONIC CORPORATION OF NORTH AMERICA One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 Panasonic Plasma PLASMA TV CATEGORIES Up to 37' (diagonal) 42" (diagonal) and larger PARTS 1 (ONE) YEAR LABOR 1 (ONE) YEAR SERVICE installation, set-up - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 54
; purchase Parts and Accessories; or make Customer Service and Literature requests by visiting our Web Site at: http://www.panasonic.com/help or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo You may also contact us directly at: 1-877-95-VIERA (958-4372) Monday-Friday 9 am-9 pm - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 55
) Panasonic Canada Inc. PANASONIC PRODUCT - LIMITED WARRANTY Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to remedy any such defect for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase. Plasma TV / Monitor In-home service - Panasonic TCP42X1 | 42" Plasma Tv - Page 56
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or loss, and for Warranty Service purposes. Model Number Serial Number Anotación Panasonic Corporation of North America. All Rights Reserved. © 2009 Panasonic Corporation of North America. Todos los Derechos Reservados. Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 CANADA
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Quick Start Guide
(See page 8-18)
Gu
ía de inicio rápido
(vea la página 8-18)
TQB2AA0806
Operating Instructions
42”/50” Class 720p Plasma HDTV
(41.6/49.9
inches measured diagonally)
Manual de instrucciones
Televisión de alta definición de 720p y clase 42”/50” de Plasma
(41,6/49,9 pulgadas medidas diagonalmente)
Model No.
Número de modelo
TC-P42X1
TC-P50X1
English
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For assistance (U.S.A./Puerto Rico), please call:
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