Panasonic 42"50"54" Class 1080p Plasma Hdtv Tc 42ps14 Operating Instructions

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TQB2AA0814-2
Operating Instructions
42”/50”/54” Class 1080p Plasma HDTV
(41.6/49.9/54.1 inches measured diagonally)
Manual de instrucciones
Televisión de alta definición de 1080p y  clase 42”/50”/54” de Plasma
(41,6/49,9/54,1 pulgadas medidas diagonalmente)
Model No.
Número de modeloTC-42PS14
TC-50PS14
TC-54PS14
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Safety Precautions
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatu\
s to rain or moisture.Do not place liquid containers (flower vase, cups, cosmetics, etc.) ab\
ove the set
(including on shelves above, etc.).
Important Safety Instructions
1)    Read these instructions.
2)     Keep these instructions.
3)     Heed all warnings.
4)     Follow all instructions.
5)     Do not use this apparatus near water.
6)     Clean only with dry cloth.
7)      Do not block any...

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  WARNING
Small parts can present choking hazard if accidentally 
swallowed.
Keep small parts away from young children.
Discard unneeded small parts and other objects, including 
packaging materials and plastic bags/sheets to prevent 
them from being played with by young children, creating 
the potential risk of suffocation.
 Set up  This Plasma TV may fall and can cause personal injury or even death if not installed correctly. To prevent personal injury 
or death, follow these warnings:
  Install the...

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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,...

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Accessories/Optional Accessory
Check you have all the items shown. (Accessories)
Remote Control
Transmitter
 N2QAYB000321
Cleaning cloth
Batteries for the
Remote Control
Transmitter (2)
 AA Battery AC cord
Pedestal
 TBLX0088 
(TC-42PS14)
 TBLX0089  (TC-50PS14)Product Registration Card (U.S.A.)
Customer Care Plan Card (U.S.A.)Operating Instructions
Quick Setup Guide
Accessories
 Do not display a still picture for a long timeThis causes the image to remain on the plasma screen
(“Image retention”). This...

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Attaching the pedestal to TV
■Assembling the pedestal■Set-upAccessoriesAssembly screws
(4 of each)
 
AB
(for 42”/50”)
  M5 × 18 (Silver)
(for 54”)
  M5 × 25  (Silver) (for 42”/50”)
  M5 × 25 
(Black)
(for 54”)
  M5 × 30  (Black)
Poles (2)
LR  L or R is 
printed at 
the bottom 
of the poles.
 Base (1)(for 42”/50”)
(for 54”)
  Fix securely with assembly 
 screws A. (Total 4 screws)
  Tighten screws firmly.  
 Carry out work on a horizontal 
  and level surface.
 
 Tighten screws firmly.
A
L
RPole
Front...

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To connect the antenna terminal and Cable Box
ANT OUTANT IN
VIDEO
AUDIO
R
PR
PB
Y
L
H
VIDEO
AUDIO
R
PR
PB
Y
L
H
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. When disconnecting the power cord, be absolutely sure to disconnect the \
power cord plug from the wall outlet first. For additional assistance, visit us at:...

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To connect the antenna terminal and DVD recorder or VCR
ANT OUTANT IN
COMPONENTINVIDEO IN 112
VIDEO
S VIDEO
AUDIO
R
PR
PB
Y
L
RPR
PB
Y
LRL
HDMI 1HDMI 2
VIDEO
AUDIO
R
PR
PB
Y
L
B
D
A
C
Basic Connection (Continued)
Example 2Connecting DVD recorder (VCR) (To record/playback)
DVD Recorder
If the source has a higher resolution signal 
(480p/720p/1080i/1080p), connection can be made 
with the use of a Component Video or HDMI cable.
VCR
Connection can be made with the use of an RF cable 
and Composite Video/S...

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To connect the antenna terminal and Satellite Receiver and DVD recorder o\
r VCR
ANT INANT OUTANT IN
COMPONENTINVIDEO IN 112
VIDEO
S VIDEO
AUDIO
R
PR
PB
Y
L
RPR
PB
Y
LRL
HDMI 1HDMI 2
VIDEO
AUDIO
R
PR
PB
Y
L
B
D
A
C
Example 3Connecting DVD recorder (VCR) and satellite receiver
DVD Recorder
or 
VCR Satellite 
Receiver
TVVHF/UHF Antenna
You can enjoy high-definition 
programming by subscribing to 
high-definition satellite service. 
Connection can be done with the 
use of HDMI or Component Video 
cable....

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High-Definition
Standard-Definition
Note
 Some programs contain a copyright protection signal to prevent recording\
.  When the copyright protection program is displayed, do not connect the o\
ther 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 more details on the external equipment’s connections, please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment.
Basic Connection...