Panasonic TH-42PX80U 50" 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) TH-42PX80U Model No. Número de modelo TH-50PX80U Quick Start Guide (See page - Panasonic TH-42PX80U | 50" Plasma Tv - Page 2
! Experience an amazing level of multimedia excitement This device contains a digital television tuner, so it should receive digital over the air TV programming, with a suitable antenna, after the end of full-power analog TV broadcasting in the United States (as required by law) on February 17 - Panasonic TH-42PX80U | 50" Plasma Tv - Page 3
TV! Basic Features Watching TV 16 Viewing from SD Card 18 Watching Videos and DVDs 20 Advanced Features How to Use Menu Functions (picture, sound quality, etc 22 VIERA LinkTM "HDAVI ControlTM 26 Lock 30 Editing and Setting Services Directory (for U. S. A.)··· 48 Limited Warranty (for Canada - Panasonic TH-42PX80U | 50" Plasma Tv - Page 4
. 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) [email protected] CANADIAN NOTICE: For Model TH-42PX80U, TH-50PX80U This Class B digital apparatus - Panasonic TH-42PX80U | 50" Plasma Tv - Page 5
may result. The TV will still consume some power as long as the power cord is inserted into the wall outlet. suspected, have it repaired at an Authorized Service Center. Notes Do not display a still picture for a long time This causes the image to remain on the plasma screen ("Image retention - Panasonic TH-42PX80U | 50" Plasma Tv - Page 6
items shown. Accessories Remote Control Transmitter N2QAYB000221 Batteries for the Remote Control Transmitter (2) AA Battery Cable clamper AC cord Pedestal TBLX0036 (TH-42PX80U) TBLX0037 (TH-50PX80U) How to assemble (p.7) Operating Instructions Quick Setup Guide (For viewing HD programming - Panasonic TH-42PX80U | 50" Plasma Tv - Page 7
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 TH-42PX80U | 50" Plasma Tv - Page 8
the tabs on both sides click into place. Cable Binding Instructions To attach hole Cable clamper Insert Do not bundle the RF as necessary. When using the optional accessories, follow their assembly manuals to fix cables. To bundle Set hooks Keep pushing both side snaps To remove Snaps Keep - Panasonic TH-42PX80U | 50" Plasma Tv - Page 9
in this book are not supplied with the TV. For the details of the external equipment's connections, please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment. When disconnecting the power cord, be absolutely sure to disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet first. For additional assistance - Panasonic TH-42PX80U | 50" Plasma Tv - Page 10
Basic Connection (Continued) Example 2 Connecting DVD recorder (VCR) (To record/playback) TV DVD Recorder AV Equipment (e.g. DVD Recorder or VCR) VHF/UHF Antenna If this source has higher resolution through interlace or progressive signal, connection can be done with the use of Component Video - Panasonic TH-42PX80U | 50" Plasma Tv - Page 11
+ Satellite Receiver) Example 3 Connecting DVD recorder (VCR) and satellite receiver TV Satellite You can enjoy high-definition DVD Recorder Receiver VHF/UHF Antenna programming by subscribing to or a high-definition satellite service. VCR Connection can be done with the use of HDMI or - Panasonic TH-42PX80U | 50" Plasma Tv - Page 12
sound. For "VIERA LinkTM connections", TV monitor through a VCR. Video signals fed through VCRs may be affected by copyright protection systems and the picture will be distorted on the other TV monitor. For the details of the external equipment's connections, please refer to the operating manuals - Panasonic TH-42PX80U | 50" Plasma Tv - Page 13
button Swing up the door at "▲". Remote control sensor Within about 23 feet (7 meters) in front of the TV set. Power indicator (on: red, off: no light) Note The TV consumes a limited amount of power as long as the power cord is inserted into the wall outlet. Viewing from SD card (p. 18) Switches - Panasonic TH-42PX80U | 50" Plasma Tv - Page 14
a wall outlet and when "Auto power on" (p. 24-25) is set to "No". or Turn the TV On with the POWER button or ■Press to exit from a menu screen ■Press to return to the previous screen Note To change setting (Language/Clock/ Auto program) later, go to Menu screen (p. 24) (TV) (Remote) * This - Panasonic TH-42PX80U | 50" Plasma Tv - Page 15
menu screen Auto channel setup Select "Auto program" First time setup Language Clock Auto program next select Select "ANT in" Program channel ANT in Cable Auto set select ANT in Cable: Cable TV is performed for 60 seconds and the "Manual program" menu will also exit automatically. If you - Panasonic TH-42PX80U | 50" Plasma Tv - Page 16
. SUB MENU Setup SUB MENU Surf mode All Set favorite CC Off Caption select Signal meter ■Displays or removes the channel banner. Channel Clock Information Recall 15-2 THE NEWS 12:30 PM ABC-HD CC SAP TV-G 1080i Standard 4:3 30 16 Station identifier SAP indication Signal resolution - Panasonic TH-42PX80U | 50" Plasma Tv - Page 17
remain the same even after the TV is turned off. ■Set Favorite Feature Favorite Feature ■Use Favorite Feature 1 Display the SUB MENU. SUB MENU 2 Setup SUB MENU Surf mode All Set favorite CC Off Caption select Signal meter Setup SUB MENU Surf mode All Set favorite CC Off Caption select - Panasonic TH-42PX80U | 50" Plasma Tv - Page 18
manually. Press the SD key or select "SD card" on the Menu. You can skip this step when "Play SD card now" is selected or "On" is set in "Play SD card automatically" setting. Menu or VIERA Accessing Selected picture information is displayed. Pixel: Display resolution is displayed. Rotate Prev. - Panasonic TH-42PX80U | 50" Plasma Tv - Page 19
than the number of seconds set. To stop in mid-cycle Press 3 Select the item Picture 1/2 Reset Picture mode Vivid Picture 0 Brightness 0 Picture menu (p. 22) 4 Adjust or select Picture 1/2 Reset Picture mode Vivid Picture 0 Brightness 0 select "Picture" ok select Adjust or Select - Panasonic TH-42PX80U | 50" Plasma Tv - Page 20
input label is set as default. (Picture mode is set to "Game", refer to p. 42.) For more details for picture mode setting, refer to p. 42. For Input label, refer to p. 35. Operate the connected equipment using the remote control supplied with the equipment. Note For details, see the manual for the - Panasonic TH-42PX80U | 50" Plasma Tv - Page 21
next Select "VIERA Link setting" Setup 2/2 select VIERA Link setting Advanced Setup next About ■Press to exit from a menu screen ■Press to return to the previous screen Select "VIERA Link" VIERA Link setting VIERA Link On Power off link Set Power on link Set Default speakers TV Select "On - Panasonic TH-42PX80U | 50" Plasma Tv - Page 22
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 Record now Stop recording VIERA Link control Speaker output VIERA Link ■Press to exit from a menu screen ■Press to return to - Panasonic TH-42PX80U | 50" Plasma Tv - Page 23
theater/TV) (p. 28-29) • VIERA Link menu is accessible directly by pressing the VIERA Link button on the remote control. (p. 28) Resets all picture adjustments to factory default settings except for "Advanced picture". Reset Basic picture mode (Vivid/Standard/Cinema/Game/Custom) (p. 42) Picture - Panasonic TH-42PX80U | 50" Plasma Tv - Page 24
enjoy watching TV best suited for you. Display menu ■Menu list Menu Item 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 Audio Timer - Panasonic TH-42PX80U | 50" Plasma Tv - Page 25
and image oscillation, stops output of the pictures and audio specified in this menu. (p. 35) (On/Off) Prevents " VIERA Link On Power off link Set Power on link Set Default speakers TV Auto power on No No signal shut-off Set No action shut-off No Play SD card automatically On Displays TV - Panasonic TH-42PX80U | 50" Plasma Tv - Page 26
please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment. Follow direction - in "VIERA Link setting" (p. 21) Select settings VIERA Link setting VIERA Link On Power off link Set Power on link Set Default speakers TV select Automatic Input Switching Power on link Power off link Default speakers One - Panasonic TH-42PX80U | 50" Plasma Tv - Page 27
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 TH-42PX80U | 50" Plasma Tv - Page 28
Link control Recorder Speaker output TV Menu VIERA Link Picture Audio Timer Lock SD card select set or next Select Record now Stop recording VIERA Link control Home theater Speaker output TV change Set Speaker control VIERA Link Control only with the TV's remote control (for "HDAVI Control - Panasonic TH-42PX80U | 50" Plasma Tv - Page 29
it at the TV. Select "VIERA Link Control" ■Available TV's remote control buttons Select the equipment you want to access. (Recorder/Home theater/Player/Camcorder) Move the cursor/Select select Set/Access Record now Stop recording change Return to the previous menu VIERA Link control - Panasonic TH-42PX80U | 50" Plasma Tv - Page 30
VIERA Link Picture Audio Timer Lock SD card CC Setup next select You will be asked to enter your password each time you display the Lock menu. Input your 4-digit password A 4-digit code must be entered to view a blocked program or change rating settings. Create password Enter password. If it - Panasonic TH-42PX80U | 50" Plasma Tv - Page 31
TV ratings. Select "Mode" and set to "On". Program lock Mode On Monitor out On MPAA Off U.S.TV Off C.E.L.R. Off C.F.L.R. Off set select new password. ---- 0- 9 Lock Advanced Note This television is designed to support the "Downloadable U.S. Region Rating System" when available. - Panasonic TH-42PX80U | 50" Plasma Tv - Page 32
"Setup" Menu VIERA Link Picture Audio Timer Lock SD card CC Setup next select ■Press to exit from a menu screen Select "Program channel" Setup 1/2 Surf mode All Language Clock Program channel External devices Anti image retention next select Reset Manual Set manually Select the - Panasonic TH-42PX80U | 50" Plasma Tv - Page 33
Program channel ANT in Cable Auto Manual Signal meter next select Analog only Digital only select Settings are made automatically After the Signal strength If the signal is weak, check the antenna. If no problem is found, consult your local dealer. or change channel ok Note Current - Panasonic TH-42PX80U | 50" Plasma Tv - Page 34
Closed Caption Display menu ■Press to exit from a menu screen Select "CC" Menu VIERA Link Picture Audio Timer Lock SD card CC Setup next select CC Display Closed Caption 34 The television includes a built-in decoder that is capable of providing a text display of the audio. The program being - Panasonic TH-42PX80U | 50" Plasma Tv - Page 35
" is selected, the TV/VIDEO button press will skip its input. Each selected labels will be displayed on "Input select" screen. (P. 20) To prevent howling and image oscillation, stops output of the pictures and audio specified in this menu. (p. 25) ■Select the terminal and set "Off" Monitor out - Panasonic TH-42PX80U | 50" Plasma Tv - Page 36
screen 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. 36 Select "Timer" Menu VIERA Link Picture Audio Timer Lock SD card next select Select the timer to set Timer Sleep Timer - Panasonic TH-42PX80U | 50" Plasma Tv - Page 37
various 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 Cable TV or Cable Box Back of the TV AC 120 V 60 Hz AC Cord (Connect - Panasonic TH-42PX80U | 50" Plasma Tv - Page 38
connections as shown above, set "VIERA Link" (under "VIERA Link setting") to "On" using the Setup menu. (p. 21, 24-25). 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 TH-42PX80U | 50" Plasma Tv - Page 39
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 Caution The V-Chip system that is used in this set is capable of blocking "NR" programs (non rated Service Announcements • Religious • Sports • Weather Advanced - Panasonic TH-42PX80U | 50" Plasma Tv - Page 40
. 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 Lets size can be adjusted in "ZOOM". Select "Zoom adjust" on the "Picture" menu. (p. 22-23) V-position: Vertical position adjustment V-size: Vertical size - Panasonic TH-42PX80U | 50" Plasma Tv - Page 41
. Partly degraded files might be displayed at a reduced resolution. TV does not support the format. FAQs, etc. GalleryPlayer warning messages Cannot display image due to incorrect ID data. There is a problem with your TV decoder. If this message appears, please contact Panasonic Service - Panasonic TH-42PX80U | 50" Plasma Tv - Page 42
(Continued) VIERA Link "HDAVI ControlTM" HDMI connections to some Panasonic equipment allow you to interface automatically. (p. 26) 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 in - Panasonic TH-42PX80U | 50" Plasma Tv - Page 43
information. Side Bar Do not display a picture in 4:3 mode for an extended period, unplug the Power cord plug from the wall outlet. the Plasma TV. If water droplets get inside the unit, operating problems may a chemically-treated cloth, follow the instructions supplied with the cloth.) Do not attach - Panasonic TH-42PX80U | 50" Plasma Tv - Page 44
Off the TV unit and equipment, then turn them On again. Check an input signal from the equipment. (p. 42) Use equipment compliant with EIA/CEA-861/861B. Recording does not start immediately Check the settings of the recorder. For details, read the manual of the recorder. - The remote control does - Panasonic TH-42PX80U | 50" Plasma Tv - Page 45
the problem, please contact your local Panasonic dealer, quoting the model number and serial number (both found on the rear of the TV). Problem "Press channel settings. (p. 32) Check the antenna cables. Is the AC power cord plugged into the outlet? Is the TV unit turned On? Check Picture menu (p. - Panasonic TH-42PX80U | 50" Plasma Tv - Page 46
Power Source Maximum TH-42PX80U AC 120 V, 60 Hz 385 W 497 W TH-50PX80U Power Plasma Display Standby condition Drive method Aspect Ratio Visible screen size (W × H × Diagonal) (No. of pixels) 0.3 W AC type 16:9 42 TV Set only Including pedestal TV Set × 3 • This TV supports "HDAVI Control 3" - Panasonic TH-42PX80U | 50" Plasma Tv - Page 47
proof of the original purchase date is required for Limited Warranty service. On-Site or Carry-in Service For On-Site or Carry-In Service in the United States call 1-877-95-VIERA (1-877-958-4372). For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. (787)-750-4300 or fax (787)-768-2910 - Panasonic TH-42PX80U | 50" Plasma Tv - Page 48
VIERA (958-4372) Monday-Friday 9 am-9 pm; Saturday-Sunday 10 am-7 pm, EST. ■For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-877-833-8855 Accessory Purchases Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books on line for all Panasonic to 9 pm, EST.) Panasonic Service and Technology Company 20421 84th - Panasonic TH-42PX80U | 50" Plasma Tv - Page 49
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 LCD TV (26 in & over) In-home service One (1) year, parts - Panasonic TH-42PX80U | 50" Plasma Tv - Page 50
Service purposes. Model manual, más el recibo de su compra, como prueba permanente de su adquisición, para que le sirva de ayuda al identificarlo en el caso de que le sea sustraído o lo pierda, y también para disponer de los servicios que le ofrece la garantía. Modelo Número de serie Panasonic
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Quick Start Guide
(See page 6-15)
Guía de inicio rápido
(vea la página 6-15)
TQB2AA0772-
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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)
Model No.
Número de modelo
TH-42PX80U
TH-50PX80U
English
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Please read these instructions before operating your set and retain them for future reference.
The images shown in this manual are for illustrative purposes only.
Lea estas instrucciones antes de utilizar su televisor y guárdelas para consultarlas en el futuro.
Las imágenes mostradas en este manual tienen solamente fines ilustrativos.
For assistance (U.S.A.), please call:
1-877-95-VIERA (958-4372)
or visit us at www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
For assistance (Puerto Rico), please call:
787-750-4300
or visit us at www.panasonic.com
For assistance (Canada), please call:
1-866-330-0014
or visit us at www.vieraconcierge.ca
Para solicitar ayuda (EE.UU.), llame al:
1-877-95-VIERA (958-4372)
ó visítenos en www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
Para solicitar ayuda (Puerto Rico), llame al:
787-750-4300
ó visítenos en www.panasonic.com