Panasonic 37"42" Class 1080p Lcd Hdtv Tc L37d2 Operating Instructions

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Quick Start Guide
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Operating Instructions
37”/42” Class 1080p LCD HDTV
(37.0/42.0 inches measured diagonally)
Manual de instrucciones
Televisión de alta definición de 1080p y 
clase 37”/42” de LCD
(37,0/42,0 pulgadas medidas diagonalmente)
For assistance (U.S.A./Puerto Rico), please call:1-877-95-VIERA (958-4372)or visit us at www.panasonic.com/contactinfo 
For assistance (Canada), please call:1-866-330-0014or visit us at www.vieraconcierge.ca...

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HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-
Definition Multimedia Interface are 
trademarks or registered trademarks 
of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United  States and other countries.
VIERA Link™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation.SDHC Logo is a trademark of  SD-3C, LLC.
HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of  Panasonic Corporation. Manufactured under license from Dolby 
Laboratories.
Dolby and the double-D symbol are  trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Experience an amazing level of 
multimedia excitement
Enjoy rich...

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Viewing
Advanced
FAQs, etc.
Quick Start Guide
This product qualifies for ENERGY STAR in 
the “Home Use” setting and this is the setting 
in which energy savings will be achieved. 
Any modifications to the “Home Use” setting 
or other factory default settings could result 
in greater energy consumption beyond levels 
that meet ENERGY STAR qualifications.
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ANTENNA
LEAD-IN WIRE
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT 
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
GROUNDING 
CONDUCTORS
 (NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING 
ELECTRODE SYSTEM 
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
ELECTRIC 
SERVICE 
EQUIPMENT
GROUND CLAMP
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA 
GROUNDING AS  PER 
(NEC) NATIONAL 
ELECTRICAL
CODE
Safety Precautions
Note to CATV System Installer
This reminder is provided to direct the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for 
proper grounding and,...

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19)  An outside antenna system should not be lo cat ed in the vicinity of overhead power lines, other electric light, power \
circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing \
an outside antenna system, extreme care should be 
taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with\
 them might be fatal.
20)  Unplug this LCD TV from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personn\
el under the following conditions:
  a.  When the power...

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CEA CHILD SAFETY NOTICES:  Flat panel displays are not always supported on the proper stands or
installed according to the manufacturer’s recommendations.  Flat panel displays that are inappropriately
situated on dressers, bookcases, shelves, desks, speakers, chests or carts may fall over and may cause
personal injury or even death.
The consumer electronics industry (of which Panasonic is a member) is committed to making home
entertainment enjoyable and safe. To prevent personal injury or death, be...

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Quick Start Guide
 Accessories/Optional Accessory
Accessories/Optional Accessory
Optional Accessory
Wall-hanging bracket TY-WK3L2RW
WARNING Please contact your nearest Panasonic dealer to purchase the recommended\
 
wall-hanging bracket. For additional details, please refer to the wall-h\
anging 
bracket installation manual.
Back of the TV
Holes for wall-hanging bracket 
installation
Screw for fixing the TV onto the 
wall-hanging bracket
(not supplied with the TV)
Depth of screw:
Minimum: 0.39” (10.0...

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AccessoriesAssembly screws 
(4 of each)
 
A
 XSS5+15FNK
  M5 x 15
B
 XYN4+F12FJK
  M4 × 12
Bracket (1)
 Base (1)
Location
Place the TV at a comfortable distance for viewing. Avoid placing it where sunlight or other bright light (including reflect\
ions) will 
fall on the screen. Use of some types of fluorescent lighting can reduce\
 remote control transmitter range. Adequate ventilation 
is essential to prevent an internal component failure. Keep away from ar\
eas of excessive heat or moisture.
Adjust...

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Quick Start Guide
  Basic Connection (Antenna + TV) Accessories/Optional Accessory
To connect the antenna terminal
Basic Connection
Note
  Not all cables and external equipment shown in this book are supplied wi\
th the TV.  For more details on the external equipment’s connections, please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment.  For additional assistance, visit us at:   www.panasonic.com
www.panasonic.ca
ExampleConnecting Antenna (To watch TV)
Cable TV
VHF/UHF AntennaTV VHF/UHF Antenna
• NTSC...

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High-Definition
Standard-Definition
Note
  For more details on the external equipment’s connections, please refer to the operating manual for the equipment.
 To use HDMI terminals
HDMI
AV OUT
e.g. Blu-ray Disc 
player
AV Equipment
 Connecting to the HDMI terminals will enable you to enjoy high-definitio\
n digital images and high-quality sound.  The HDMI connection is required for a 1080p signal.  For “VIERA LinkTM connections”, please refer to p. 31.
 To use COMPONENT terminals
L
R Y
P
B
PR...