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

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Remote control
Switches TV On or Off (Standby)
Changes the input mode
VIERA Link menu
Displays Sub Menu
Colored buttons 
(used for various functions)
Volume up/down
Sound mute On/Off
Changes aspect ratio
Switches to previously viewed channel 
or input modes.
External equipment operationsClosed Caption On/Off
Selects Audio Mode for TV viewing
Exits from menu screen
Displays Main Menu
Displays VIERA TOOLS
Viewing from SD Card
Selects/OK/Change
Returns to previous menu
Channel up/down
Displays or removes the channel 
banner
Operates the Favorite channel list 
function.
Numeric keypad to select any channel 
or press to enter alphanumeric input in 
menus. 
Use for digital channels.
Identifying Controls
Note
 The TV consumes a limited amount of power as long as the power cord is inser\
ted into the wall outlet. Do not place any objects between the TV remote control sensor and remote control.
TV controls/indicators
Changes the input mode
Chooses menu and submenu entries.
Displays the Main 
menu.
POWER 
button Volume up/down
Remote control sensor 
Within about 23 feet 
(7 meters) in front of 
the TV set. Selects channels 
in sequence
Front of the TV
Back of the TV
C.A.T.S. sensor
Plasma C.A.T.S. (Contrast Automatic 
Tracking System).Power indicator
(on:  red, off:  no light) SD card slot
Video Input 2 connector HDMI input 3 connector
PC connector 
						

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First Time Setup
“First time setup” is displayed only when the TV is turned on for the first time after the power cord is 
inserted into a wall outlet and when “Auto power on” is set to “\
No”.
or
■  Press to exit from 
a menu screen
 
■ Press to return 
to the previous 
screen 
Turn the TV On with the POWER button
or
(Remote)(TV)
 * This setting will be skipped next time if you select “Home”.
 Select your language
LanguageEnglish FrançaisEspañol select
 ok
 Be sure to select “Home”
Please select your viewing environmentHomeStore select
 ok
 Please confirm your selection (Home) before pressing OK button.
■ If you select “Store” by mistake in , confirmation screen will be 
displayed.
You are selecting the mode for store demonstrationYe s No select
 ok
 Select “No” and return to previous screen . If you select “Yes”, Screen enters store demonstration mode.
To display the “Please select your viewing environment” screen agai\
n 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. 
						

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■ Press to exit from 
a menu screen
Note
 To change setting (Language/Clock/
ANT/Cable setup/
Input labels) later, go 
to Menu screen
Adjust the clock
First time setupLanguage
Clock
ANT/Cable setup
Input labels next
 select
2009
1
710 AM10
ClockYear
Month
Day
Hour
Minute set
 select item
Year:  Select the year
Month:  Select the month 
Day:  Select the day
Hour:  Adjust the hour 
Minute:  Adjust the minute
Auto channel setup
 Select “ANT/Cable setup”
First time setupLanguage
Clock
ANT/Cable setup
Input labels next
 select
 Select “ANT in”
CableANT/Cable setupANT in
Auto program
 set
 select
  ANT in  Cable: Cable TVAntenna: AntennaNot used:  Skip TV tuning  go to 
Select Not used when no wire is connected to the Antenna/Cable termi\
nal. Typical when Cable/Satellite box is connected to a TV input. Prevents accidental tuning to an unavailable signal.
 Select “Auto program”
CableANT/Cable setupANT in
Auto program next
 select  
						

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■ Press to exit from 
a menu screen
Note
 About broadcasting systems
 Analog (NTSC):
     Conventional 
broadcasting
 Digital (ATSC):
     New 
programming 
that allows 
you to view 
more channels 
featuring 
high-quality video 
and sound
 Select scanning mode (ALL channels/Analog only/Digital only)
Auto programAll channels
Analog only
Digital only ok
 select
Auto programProgress
Number of analog channels
Number of digital channels32%
10
0Press RETURN to quit.
RETURN
Start scanning the channels Available channels (analog/digital) are automatically set.
  All channels:  Scans digital and analog channels
  Analog only:  Scans Analog channels only
  Digital only:  Scans Digital channels only
 Confirm registered channels
programCancel
Apply
Caption Favorite Add ...
...
Ye s
...
...
Ye s
...
...
Ye sl
 select “Apply”
 ok
 If OK is not pressed after selecting “Apply”, the channels will no\
t be saved.
  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 e\
rased.
Set the Input labels
First time setupLanguage
Clock
ANT/Cable setup
Input labels next
 select 
Input labelsComponent 1
Component 2
HDMI 1
HDMI 2
Video 1
Video 2
PC
 select
 set
or
Select OK
RETURN
Delete
ABC  → abc
RGBY
G A AVideo 2
PC
Switches Input mode alphabet to 
numeric
Label:  [BLANK] SKIP/VCR/DVD/CABLE/SATELLITE/DVR/GAME/AUX/RECEIVER/
COMPUTER/Blu-ray/CAMERA/DVD REC/HOME THTR/MONITOR/MEDIA 
CTR/MEDIA EXT/OTHER
First Time Setup (Continued) 
						

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How to Use Menu Functions
Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and othe\
r functions so that you can enjoy 
watching TV best suited for you.
■ Press to exit from 
a menu screen
■ Press to return 
to the previous 
screen
 
Display menu
 Displays the functions that can be set (varies depending on the input s\
ignal)
Select the menu
Menu
VIERA LinkPicture
Audio
Timer
Lock
SD card
Closed Caption
Setup
 select
 next
Select the item
0
0
0
0
0Vivid
Picture 1/2
Brightness
Color
Tint
Sharpness Picture mode
Contrast Reset to defaults
(example:  Picture menu)
select
Adjust or select
0
0
0
0
0Vivid
Picture1/2
Brightness
Color
Tint
Sharpness Picture mode
Contrast Reset to defaults
(example:  Picture menu)
adjust
or 
select 
						

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 In AV mode, the Audio menu and Setup menu give fewer options.
MenuItem
Adjustments/Configurations (alternatives)VIERA Link
VIERA Link control 
Speaker output
[VIERA Link control]
Selects equipment to access and operate. 
(Recorder/Home theater/Player/Camcorder/LUMIX)
[Speaker output]
Selects an audio output. 
(Home theater/TV)
• VIERA Link menu is accessible directly by pressing the VIERA Link button on the remote 
control.  
Picture
Reset to defaultsResets all picture adjustments to factory default settings except for “\
Advanced picture”.
Picture modeBasic picture mode (Vivid/Standard/Cinema/Custom)
Contrast, 
Brightness,
Color, Tint, 
SharpnessAdjusts color, brightness, etc. for each picture mode to suit your taste
• Display range
  Contrast/Brightness/Color/Sharpness:  0 - 100
  Tint:             -50 - +50
Color temp.Selects a choice of Cool (blue), Normal, or Warm (red) color.  (Cool/Normal/Warm)
C.A.T.S.Adjusts the brightness and gradation according to the ambient lighting c\
ondition.  (Off/On)
Video NRReduces noise, commonly called snow. Leave it off when receiving a strong signal.  (Off/On)
Zoom adjustmentsAdjusts vertical alignment and size when aspect setting is “ZOOM”
PC adjustmentsSets PC display
Advanced picture
3D Y/C filter Minimizes noise and cross-color in the picture. (On/Off) 
Color matrixSelects image resolution of component-connected devices  (HD/SD)
• SD:  Standard Definition       HD:  High Definition
• Only 480p signal accepted; regular TV (NTSC) is not available.
MPEG NRReduces noise of specific digital signals of DVD, STB, etc. (On/Off)
Black levelSelects Dark or Light. Valid only for external input signals. (Dark/Light)
HD size
Selects between 95 % (Size 1) or 100 % (Size 2) for the scanning are\
a with High-definition 
signal. (Size 1/Size 2)
Select “Size 1” if noise is generated on the edges of the screen.
• Size 1: Selected item for “HD size”. Scanning 95 %• Size 2: Selected item for “HD size”. Scanning 100 %
H sizeAdjust horizontal display range to reduce noise of both side edges of an\
 image.  (Size 1/Size 2)
Size 2: Adjust image size according to aspect mode for reducing noise.
Audio
Reset to defaultsResets Bass, Treble and Balance adjustments to factory default settings.
BassIncreases or decreases the bass response.
TrebleIncreases or decreases the treble response.
BalanceEmphasizes the left / right speaker volume.Advanced audioSurroundEnhances audio response when listening to stereo.  (On/Off)
Volume levelerMinimizes volume disparity after switching to external inputs.
TV speakersSwitch to “Off” when using external speakers (On/Off)
• “Surround” and “Volume leveler” do not work if “Off” is selected.
HDMI 1 in
HDMI 2 in
HDMI 3 inThe default setting is “Digital” for HDMI connection. (Digital in\
put signal) 
Select audio input terminal when DVI cable is connected. (Analog audio \
input signal)
(Digital/Component 1/Component 2/Video 1/Video 2)
TimerSleep, Timer 1-5The TV can automatically turn On/Off at the designated date and time
LockLocks the channels and programs
SD cardSD cardDisplays SD card dataClosed 
Caption
Closed CaptionDisplays subtitles (Closed Caption)
■ Menu list
How to Use Menu Functions  
						

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MenuItem Adjustments/Configurations (alternatives)
Setup
Channel surf modeSets the mode to select the channel with Channel up/down button
(All/Favorite/Digital only/Analog only)
• Favorite: Only channels registered as FAVORITE
LanguageSelects the screen menu language
ClockAdjusts the clock
ANT/Cable setupSets channelsConnected 
devices
Input labelsSelects the terminal and label of the external equipment
Anti Image retention
Pixel orbiter
Prevents “Image retention” with Wobbling. ( Automatic/Periodic)
• Automatic: Shifts the display image automatically.
• Periodic:    Shifts the display image every (1/2/3/4) minutes according to what was\
 set in the 
“Time (minutes)” menu.
Time (minutes)Sets the time for “Pixel orbiter-Periodic” setting.  (1/2/3/4)
4:3 side barsChange the brightness of the side bar (Off/Dark/Mid/Bright) (4:3 mode only)
• The recommended setting is “Bright” to prevent panel “Image ret\
ention”.
Scrolling barPress “OK” to start horizontal “Scrolling” on the screen
VIERA Link settingsVIERA LinkControls equipment connected to HDMI terminals  (On/Off)
• “Power off link”, “Power on link”, “Stand-by power save”, “Auto\
 power stand-by” and “Default 
speakers” cannot be selected if “Off” is set.
Power on linkSets “Power on link” of HDMI connection equipment  (Yes/No)
Power off linkSets “Power off link” of HDMI connection equipment (Yes/No)
Stand-by power 
saveSet “Stand-by power save” of HDMI connection equipment.  (No/Yes)
Auto power 
stand-bySet “Auto power stand-by” of HDMI connection equipment.
(No/Yes (with reminder)/Yes (no reminder)
Default 
speakersSelects the default speakers (TV/Theater)
ECO/power savingNo signal for 10 
minutes
To conserve energy, the TV automatically turns off when NO SIGNAL and NO OPERATION is 
performed for more than 10 minutes.  (Enable/Disable)
Note
• Not in use when setting “Auto power on”, “On/Off Timer”, “Lock”, “SD mode” or Digital 
channel. 
• “No signal for 10 minutes was activated” will be displayed for abo\
ut 10 seconds when the 
TV is turned on for the first time after turning the power off by “No signal for 10 minutes”.
• The on-screen display will flash 3, 2 and 1 to indicate the last three (\
3) remaining minutes prior to 
the shut-off.
No activity for 3 
hours
To conserve energy, the 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 “Auto power on”, “On/Off Timer” or PC input display.• “No activity for 3 hours was activated” will be displayed for abou\
t 10 seconds when the TV is 
turned on for the first time after turning the power off by “No activity for 3 hours”.
• The on-screen display will flash 3, 2 and 1 to indicate the last three (\
3) remaining minutes prior to 
the shut-off.
Advanced  setup
Auto power on
Turns TV On automatically when the cable box or a connected device is turned O\
n  (No/Yes)
TV AC cord must be plugged into this device. TV comes on every time the power is restored.
• The “Sleep” timer, “On / Off timer”, and “First time setup” will not function if “Auto \
power on” 
is set.
Play SD card 
automaticallySet “Thumbnail” or “Slideshow” to play back SD cards automat\
ically. 
(Slideshow/Thumbnail/Set later/Off)
AboutDisplays TV version and software license.
Reset to defaultsPerforming Reset will clear all items set with Setup, such as channel se\
ttings.
Menu Item Adjustments/Configurations (alternatives)
Setup 
SUB MENUChannel surf modeSets the mode to select the channel with Channel up/down button 
(All/Favorite/Digital only/Analog only)
Set favoriteSets favorite channels.
Edit CH captionChanges the station identifier.
Signal meterChecks the signal strength if interference or freezing occurs on a digit\
al image.
(Continued)
■ Menu list
■ Sub menu list 
						

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FA Q
Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guid\
es to resolve the problem.
If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic deale\
r or Panasonic Service Center for assistance.
For additional assistance, please contact us via the website at: 
www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
www.panasonic.ca
White spots or
shadow images
(noise)
 Check the position, direction,
and connection of the antenna.
Interference or 
frozen digital 
channels
(intermittent sound)
 Change the direction of antenna for digital channels.
 Check “Signal meter”.If the signal is weak, check the
antenna and consult your local
dealer.
The remote control 
does not work
 Are the batteries installed correctly?  Are the batteries new?
Pictures from external 
equipment are distorted 
when the unit is 
connected via HDMI
 Is the HDMI cable connected properly? Turn Off the TV unit and equipment, then turn them On again.
 Check an input signal from the equipment. Use equipment compliant with EIA/CEA-861/861B.
When the channel is changed on 
an STB that is connected with 
HDMI, HDMI may be displayed 
on the top left of the screen
 This is not a malfunction.
Recording does not 
start immediately
 Check the settings of the recorder. For details, read the manual of the recorder. 
						

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If there is a problem with your TV, please refer to the table below to determine the symptoms, then carry \
out the 
suggested check. If this does not solve the problem, please contact your\
 local Panasonic dealer, quoting the model 
number and serial number (both found on the rear of the TV).
No sound is produced
Sound is unusual
 Are the speakers’ cables connected correctly? Is “Sound Mute” active? Is the volume set to the minimum? Is “TV speakers” set to “Off”? Change “SAP” settings. Check “HDMI 1 in”, “HDMI 2 in” or “HDMI 3 in” settings\
.
 Set “SAP” setting to “Stereo” or “Mono”. Check the HDMI device connected to the unit. Set the audio setting of the HDMI device to “Linear PCM”. If digital sound connection has a problem,
select analog sound connection.
ProblemActions
“Press any button to 
return” moves on the 
screen
Screen
Some spots remain 
bright or dark
Chaotic image, noisy
No image can be
displayed
Only spots are displayed 
instead of images
Neither image nor
sound is produced
 The function to prevent “Image retention” is activated.
(Not a faulty symptom)
 •  The screen saver is activated if the TV unit is not operated for 
a certain time in SD mode.
 
• “Image retention” (p. 5)
 The Plasma panel is made up of a few million pixels and 
is produced with advanced technology through an intricate 
process. Sometimes a few pixels may be bright or dark. 
These pixels do not indicate a defective panel and will 
have no impact on the performance of the TV.
 Check nearby electrical products
(car or motorcycle ignition systems, fluorescent lamp, etc.)
 Check Picture menu Check the cable connections. Check that the correct input has been selected.
 Check the channel settings. Check the antenna cables.
 Is the AC power cord plugged into the outlet? Is the TV unit turned On? Check Picture menu and volume. Check the AV cable connections. Check that the correct input has been selected.
Black Box appears Change settings of Closed Caption (CC).
Sound TV set
Parts of the TV set 
become hot. Even when the temperature of parts of the front, top and 
rear panels has risen, these temperature rises will not 
pose any problems in terms of performance or quality.
Unknown sound heard
1-  Sounds from TV 
cabinet
2- Whirring sound
3- Tick/Click sound
4- Buzzing sound1- Changes in the temperature and humidity of the room may cause 
the TV’s cabinet to expand or contract and produce metallic 
sounds. This is not a sign of faulty operation or a malfunction.
2- The TV may have a cooling fan that makes a soft whir. 
This is not a sign of faulty operation or a malfunction.
3- 
When the TV is powered on, an electrical component in the TV activates 
producing a tick/click sound. This is not a sign of faulty operation or a malfunction.
4- Electrical circuits are active while the TV set is on.  This is not a sign of faulty operation or a malfunction. 
						

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Limited Warranty (for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico only)
Limited Warranty Coverage
If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials \
or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer 
Electronics Company (referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for t\
he length of the period indicated on the chart below, 
which starts with the date of original purchase (“Limited Warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair your product 
with new or refurbished parts, or (b) replace it with a new or a refur\
bished product. The decision to repair or replace 
will be made by the warrantor.
During the “Labor” Limited Warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During the “Parts” Limited Warranty 
period, there will be no charge for parts.
You must carry-in your product or arrange for on-site service during the \
Limited Warranty period. If non-rechargeable 
batteries are included, they are not warranted. This Limited Warranty only applies to products purchased and 
serviced in the United States or Puerto Rico. This Limited Warranty is extended only to the original purchaser and 
only covers product purchased as new. A purchase receipt or other proof of the original purchase date is requir\
ed for 
Limited Warranty service.
On-Site or Carry-in Service
For On-Site or Carry-In Service in the United States and Puerto Rico cal\
l 1-877-95-VIERA (1-877-958-4372).
On-site service where applicable requires clear, complete and easy access to the product by the authorized servicer 
and does not include removal or re-installation of an installed product.\
 It is possible that certain on-site repairs will not 
be completed on-site, but will require that the product or parts of the \
product, at the servicer’s discretion be removed 
for shop diagnosis and/or repair and then returned.
Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions
This Limited Warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NO\
T COVER 
normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage, nor does it cover markings or r\
etained images on the glass panel 
resulting from viewing fixed images (including, among other things, non\
-expanded standard 4:3 pictures on wide 
screen TV’s, or onscreen data in a stationary and fixed location). The Limited Warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER 
damages which occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused by prod\
ucts not supplied by the warrantor, or 
failures which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, bug infest\
ation, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, 
faulty installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment of consumer contr\
ols, improper maintenance, power line surge, 
lightning damage, modification, or commercial use (such as in a hotel, \
office, restaurant, or other business), rental 
use of the product, service by anyone other than a Factory Service Cente\
r or other Authorized Servicer, or damage 
that is attributable to acts of God.
THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER “LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE”. 
THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM 
THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. (As 
examples, this excludes damages for lost time, cost of having someone re\
move or re-install an installed unit if 
applicable, or travel to and from the servicer. The items listed are not exclusive, but are for illustration only.)  ALL 
EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE LIMITED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE 
LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or co\
nsequential damages, or limitations on how 
long an implied Limited Warranty lasts, so the exclusions may not apply to you.
This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have others rig\
hts which vary from state 
to state. If a problem with this product develops during or after the Li\
mited Warranty period, you may contact your 
dealer or Service Center. If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to the \
warrantor’s Consumer 
Affairs Department at the addresses listed for the warrantor.
PARTS AND SERVICE (INCLUDING COST OF AN ON-SITE SERVICE CALL, WHERE APPLICABLE) WHICH 
ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
Panasonic Plasma Television Limited Warranty
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DIVISION OF
PANASONIC CORPORATION OF NORTH AMERICA
One Panasonic Way
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Up to 37’ (diagonal) 1 (ONE) YEAR1 (ONE) YEAR Carry-In
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