Panasonic 42"50" Class 720p Plasma Hdtv Tc 42px14 Operating Instructions

							
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Advanced
 How to Use Menu Functions(picture, sound quality, etc.)
Adjustments/Configurations (alternatives)
Sets the mode to select the channel with Channel up/down button  (All/Favorite/Digital only/Analog only)
Sets favorite channels. (p. 20)
Changes the station identifier. (p. 41)
Checks the signal strength if interference or freezing occurs on a digit\
al image. (p. 41)
Adjustments/Configurations (alternatives)
Sets the mode to select the channel with Channel up/down button
(All/Favorite/Digital only/Analog only)
• Favorite: Only channels registered as FAVORITE (p. 20)
Channel surf modeAll
Selects the screen menu language (p. 16)Language
Adjusts the clock (p. 17)Clock
Sets channels (p. 41)ANT/Cable setup
Selects the terminal and label of the external equipment (p. 43)
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.Pixel orbiterAutomatic
Sets the time for “Pixel orbiter-Periodic” setting.  (1/2/3/4)Time (minutes)4
Change 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”. (p. 50)4:3 side barsBright
Press “OK” to start horizontal “Scrolling” on the screen (p\
. 50)Scrolling bar
Controls equipment connected to HDMI terminals (p. 34)  (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.VIERA LinkOn
Sets “Power on link” of HDMI connection equipment (p. 34)  (Yes/No)Power on linkYe s
Sets “Power off link” of HDMI connection equipment (p. 34) (Yes/No)Power off linkYe s
Set “Stand-by power save” of HDMI connection equipment. (p. 34) \
 (No/Yes)Stand-by power saveNo
Set “Auto power stand-by” of HDMI connection equipment. (p. 34) \
(No/Yes (with reminder)/Yes (no reminder)Auto power stand-byNo
Selects the default speakers (p. 34) (TV/Theater)Default speakersTV
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 signal for 10 minutesEnable
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.
No activity for 3 hoursDisable
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. (p. 44)Auto power onNo
Set “Thumbnail” or “Slideshow” to play back SD cards automat\
ically.  (Slideshow/Thumbnail/Set later/Off)Play SD card automaticallySet later
Displays TV version and software license.About
Performing Reset will clear all items set with Setup, such as channel se\
ttings. (p. 40)Reset to defaults
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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 ha\
ve the “HDAVI Control” function.
This TV supports “HDAVI Control 4” function.
Connections to the equipment (DVD recorder DIGA, HD Camcorder, Player theater, RAM theater, Amplifier, etc.) with 
HDMI cables allow you to interface with them automatically.
Equipment with the “HDAVI Control” function enables the following operations:
■ For the first time/When adding new equipment, reconnecting equipment or \
changing the setup 
after the connection, turn the equipment on and then switch the TV on. S\
et the input mode to 
HDMI1 or HDMI2 (p. 24), and make sure that the image is displayed corr\
ectly.
VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”, based on the control functions provided by HDMI which is\
 an industry standard known 
as HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control), is a unique function that \
we have developed and added. As such, its 
operation with other manufacturers’ equipment that supports HDMI CEC cannot be guaranteed.
Please refer to the individual manuals for other manufacturers’ equipment supporting the VIERA Link function. Version Operations
HDAVI Control or later
• Automatic Input Switching (p. 35)
• Power on link (p. 35)
• Power off link (p. 35)
• Default speakers (p. 35)
• One-touch theater playback (p. 35)
• Speaker control (p. 37)
HDAVI Control 2 or later
• VIERA Link control only with the TV’s remote control(P. 37) 
• Auto power stand-by (for available equipment only) (p. 35)
HDAVI Control 3 or later
• Providing the setting information (p. 35)
• Automatic lip-sync function (p. 35)
HDAVI Control 4
• Stand-by power save (with quick start mode) (p. 35)
■  HDMI cable
This function needs an HDMI compliant (fully wired) cable. Non-HDMI-co\
mpliant cables cannot be utilized.
It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cable. Recommended part number:
RP-CDHF15 (4.9 ft/1.5 m), RP-CDHG15 (4.9 ft/1.5 m), RP-CDHF30 (9.8 \
ft/3.0 m),
RP-CDHG30 (9.8 ft/3.0 m), RP-CDHG50 (16.4 ft/5.0 m)
 * For more details on the external equipment’s connections, please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment. 
						

							
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VIERA LinkTM Connections
Follow the connection diagrams below for HDAVI control 
of a single piece of AV equipment such as a DVD recorder 
(DIGA), RAM theater, or Player theater system.
Refer to page 34-37 for Setup Menu settings and additional 
control information.
•  Optional HDMI and/or optical cables are not included.
If connection (or setting) of equipment compatible with 
HDAVI control is changed, switch the power of this unit Off 
and On again while the power of all equipment is On (so that 
the unit can correctly recognize the connected equipment) 
and check that the DVD recorder (DIGA), RAM theater, and 
Player theater playback operate.
Note
 HDMI 1 is recommended.
  When connecting to HDMI 2, set the input mode to HDMI 2 (p. 24) initia\
lly before connecting to HDMI 2. After  connection, confirm the HDMI control functions (p. 34-37).
■ Connecting this unit to the DVD recorder (DIGA), RAM 
theater, or Player theater
 For DVD recorder (DIGA):  Connect with HDMI cable For RAM theater and Player theater: 
  Connect with the HDMI and audio cables.
  If audio cable is not connected, you cannot listen to the TV program  through the theater system.
■ Connecting this unit to a DVD 
recorder (DIGA) and AV amp
   When using a “VIERA Link” audio-
video amplifier and a compatible DVD 
recorder (DIGA) use a daisy chain 
connection as shown below.
 One AV amp and one DVD recorder (DIGA) can be operated with this unit. Be sure to connect the AV amp between this unit and the DVD recorder (DIGA).
■ Setting of this unit after connection   After making connections as shown above, set “VIERA Link” (under “VIERA Link settings”) to “On” using the Setup 
menu. (p. 25, 34-35).
Note
 Individual HDMI equipment may require additional menu settings specific \
to each model. Please refer to their  respective operating instruction manuals.
 When audio from other equipment connected to this unit via HDMI is outpu\
t using “DIGITAL AUDIO OUT” of this unit, the system switches to 2CH audio.
  (When connecting to an AV amp via HDMI, you can enjoy higher sound quality.)
 About HDMI cable for connecting Panasonic HD camcorder, read the manual of the equipment.
HDMI cable
HDMI
(AV OUT)
HDMI
(AV OUT)
Home theater systems 
with VIERA Link 
function oror
HDMI
(AV IN)
AV amp with 
VIERA Link function
DVD recorder (DIGA) 
with VIERA Link 
function
HD Camcorder 
with VIERA Link 
function
HDMI
(AV OUT)
Digital Audio  out
HDMI
(AV OUT)
DVD recorder (DIGA) 
with VIERA Link 
function or
Back of the TV
or
HDMI
(AV OUT)
LUMIX 
with VIERA 
Link function
or 
						

							
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VIERA LinkTM “HDAVI ControlTM” 
Automatic
Input
Switching
Power on 
link
Power off 
link
Stand-by 
power save 
(for “HDAVI 
Control 4” (with 
quick start mode))
Auto power 
stand-by 
(for “HDAVI 
Control 2 or 
later”)
Default
speakers
One-touch
theater
playback
Providing 
the setting 
information
(for “HDAVI 
Control 3 or 
later”)
Automatic lip-
sync function 
(for “HDAVI 
Control 3 or later”)
■ Press to exit from 
a menu screen
■ Press to return 
to the previous 
screen
Display menu
Select “Setup”
Menu
VIERA Link
Picture
Lock
SD card
Closed Caption
Setup
 select
 next
Select “VIERA Link settings”
Setup 2/2
Advanced setup
About VIERA Link settings
ECO/power saving
 select
 next
Select “VIERA Link”
OnYe sYe s
TV
No
No
VIERA Link settingsVIERA LinkPower on link
Power off link
Default speakers
Stand-by power save
Auto power stand-by
select
Select “On”(default is On)change
Select settings
OnYe sYe s
TV
No
No
VIERA Link settingsVIERA LinkPower on link
Power off link
Default speakers
Stand-by power save
Auto power stand-by
select
Set
OnYe sYe s
Theater
No
No
VIERA Link settingsVIERA LinkPower on link
Power off link
Default speakers
Stand-by power save
Auto power stand-by
change 
						

							
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Advanced
 VIERA Link
TM “HDAVI Control
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At the start of the DIGA, Player theater, or RAM theater playback, the TV’s input automatically switches to the input 
based on the playback equipment.
 For the RAM theater, the speakers automatically switch to the theater system.If using the DIGA operation, the TV’s input automatically switches to the DIGA and DIGA menu is displayed. 
When “Yes” is selected (p. 31), TV is turned on automatically and switches to the appropriate HDMI input\
 whenever 
VIERA Link compatible equipment is initially turned on and Play mode is selec\
ted. 
When “Yes” is selected (p. 31) and the TV is turned off, all connected VIERA Link compatible equipment is also 
automatically turned off. 
 DIGA (Panasonic DVD Recorder) will not turn off if it is still in rec mode.
Caution:   The TV remains on even if the VIERA Link compatible equipment is turned off.
 Condition
  Power off link: Yes,  Stand-by power save: Yes
  The equipment has “HDAVI Control 4 (with quick start mode)” connected with HDMI cable.
When TV is turned off, all connected VIERA Link compatible equipment is moved to ECO standby mode* 
automatically under above conditions.
 * Minimum power consumption of standby condition for the equipment.
 Condition
   Auto power stand-by: Yes, 
The equipment has “HDAVI Control 2 or later” (for available equipment only) connected wit\
h HDMI cable.
[ Examples of timing for operation ] 
• When the input is switched from HDMI. 
• When the Speaker output is changed from Home theater to TV.
The connected VIERA Link compatible equipment will be turned off automatically when not in use.
“TV” is the default setting. To set the Home Theater system as default speakers, change the default speakers 
setting from “TV” to “Theater”. Sound will be output from th\
e 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 is performed automatically.
   Home Theater power switches On, and playback begins. TV power switches On, and the playback screen is displayed. Audio is muted on the TV and switches to the theater system.
The following information about the TV settings can be transmitted to each piece of equipment (Recorder/Hom\
e 
theater/Player) that has “HDAVI Control 3 or later” function connected to a TV with HDMI cable.
Transmittable data RecorderHome 
theater Player
  
On Screen Display Language setting 
(English/Español/Français)○○○
  Panel Aspect  Ratio
(16:9 fixed)○○○
  Closed caption information 
(Mode/CC type/Digital setting)○--- ---
  Channel information (Input signal/Channel list/Caption information)○--- ---
Note
 There is a possibility that all the GUI language information might be se\
t from equipment that has HDMI CEC 
function connected to TV with HDMI cable. Depending on operating conditions or the specificati\
on for each piece 
of equipment the setting may or may not be applied.
 For more details on the external equipment’s operation, please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment.
[For Recorder]
 You cannot operate other functions while transmitting TV’s information above except Power On/Off key operation. 
When you turn off this unit, the transmission will be interrupted (only when you are tr\
ansmitting  Channel information).
Minimizes lip-sync delays between the picture and audio when you connect\
 to a Panasonic theater system or 
Amplifier. 
						

							
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VIERA LinkTM “HDAVI ControlTM” 
You can enjoy more convenient operation with the “HDAVI Control” function in the “VIERA Link” 
menu.
For more details on the “HDAVI Control” function, refer to p. 32
■ Press to exit from 
a menu screen
■ Press to return 
to the previous 
screen
Display VIERA Link menu
 select
 next
VIERA Link
or
Select the item
Recorder
TV
VIERA Link control
Speaker output
select
Select
Home theater
TV
VIERA Link control
Speaker outputchange
Set
Speaker 
control
VIERA Link
control
only with the 
TV’s remote 
control
(for “HDAVI 
Control 2 or 
later”)  
						

							
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Advanced
 VIERA Link
TM “HDAVI Control
TM”
(Continued)
You can select Home theater or TV speakers for audio output.
Control theater speakers with the TV’s remote control.
This function is available only when Panasonic Amplifier or Player theater is connected.
 Select “Speaker output”  
 Select “Home theater” or “TV”   
 ■Home theater:  Adjustment for equipment
  Volume up / down  
 Mute    
  The sound of the TV is muted.
    When the equipment is turned off, the TV speakers 
take over.
 
   Selecting “Home theater” turns the equipment on 
automatically if it is in standby mode.
  ■TV:  The TV speakers are on.
Recorder
TV
VIERA Link control
Speaker output
 select
 change
In the VIERA Link menu, you can select HDMI connected equipment and access it quickl\
y. Continue using your 
TV’s remote control to operate the equipment, pointing it at the TV.
 Select “VIERA Link control”  
   Select the equipment you want to access.
(Recorder/Home theater/Player/Camcorder/LUMIX) If there is more than one equipment item, a 
number after the name indicates the number of 
items. (e.g. Recorder 1/Recorder 2/Recorder 3...) 
 The number of equipment items that can be 
connected is three for recorders, and a total of 
three for Home theater/Player/Camcorder/LUMIX.
Note
 There is a limit to the number of HDMI connectors.
Recorder
TV
VIERA Link control
Speaker output
 select
 change
You can select available items only. 
   Operate the equipment with the 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/SelectPlay
Set/AccessStop
Return to previous menuReverse/Forward
SUBMENUDisplay the functions 
menu on the equipmentSkip Reverse/Forward
Available when the purpose of the keys is 
displayed on screenPause
ExitClosed Caption
Channel Up/DownSAP (Select Audio Mode)
-0-9Select digital subchannel 
						

							
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Lock
You can lock specified channels or shows to prevent children from watchin\
g objectionable content.
■ Press to exit from 
a menu screen
 
Caution
 Make a note of your 
password in case 
you forget it. (If you 
have forgotten your 
password, consult 
your local dealer.)
Note
 When you select a  locked channel,
a message will be 
displayed that allows 
you to view the 
channel if you input 
your password.
Display menu
Select “Lock”
Menu
VIERA Link
Picture
Audio
Timer
Lock
SD card
Closed Caption
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.
RETURN
Password
Enter password.
- - - -
 If it is your first time entering the 
password, enter the password 
twice in order to register it.
Select the Lock mode
Off
Off Off
Off
LockMode
Channel
Game
Change password Program
 set
 select
Off:   Unlocks all the lock 
settings of “Channel”, 
“Game” and “Program”.
All:   Locks all the inputs 
regardless of the lock 
settings of “Channel”, 
“Game” and “Program”.
Custom:  Locks specified inputs of 
“Channel”, ”Game” and 
“Program”.
Select the item 
Custom
Off Off
Off
LockMode
Channel
Game
Change password Program
select
 “Channel”, ”Game” and 
“Program” are not accessible 
unless “Custom” is selected in 
“Mode”.
Set
set 
						

							
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Advanced
 Lock
■ To select the channel or the rating of the program to be locked
Channel 
lock
Select up to 7 (1-7) channels to be blocked. These channels will be blocked regardless of the 
program rating. 
 Select “Mode” and set to “Custom”
 Select channel to lock.
Custom
3
4
-
-
-
Channel lockMode
Channel 1
Channel 2
Channel 3
Channel 4
Channel 5 select 
 set
 To lock/unlock all channels:
  Select “Mode” and set to “All” or “Off”.
  All:  Locks all channels
  Off: Unlocks all channels
Game lock
Locks Channel 3, Channel 4 and external 
inputs.
Select “Game” in 5 and set to “On”.
  select 
 set On:  Locks
Off:  Unlocks
Program
lock
■
 To set a rating level“V-chip” technology enables restricted shows 
to be locked according to TV ratings.
 Select “Mode” and set to “On”.
On
Off
Off
Off
OffProgram lockMode
MPAA
U.S.TV
C.E.L.R.
C.F.L.R.  set
 select
   Select the rating category you wish 
to follow
On
Off
Off
Off
OffProgram lockMode
MPAA
U.S.TV
C.E.L.R.
C.F.L.R.  next
 select
MPAA:  U.S movie ratings
U.S.TV:  U.S TV program ratings
C.E.L.R.:Canadian English ratings
C.F.L.R.: Canadian French ratings
  
 Select the rating to be lockedselect
Example of “MPAA” (U.S movie ratings)
Change 
password
■  To change the password   In , select “Change password” and 
press OK
 
 Input the new 4-digit password twice
Off
Off Off
Off
LockMode
Channel
Game
Change password ProgramRETURN
Change password
Enter new password.
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Note
 This television is designed to support the  “Downloadable U.S. Region\
 Rating System” when available.  (Available only in U.S.A.)
 The Off rating is independent of other ratings. When placing a lock on a specific-age-based-rating level, the Off rating and any other more restrictive ratings will also be blocked.
NR No rating
G General Audience:  All ages admitted
PG Parental Guidance Suggested
PG- 13 Parents Strongly Cautioned:  Inappropriate 
for children under 13
R Restricted:  Under 17 requires 
accompanying parent or adult guardian
NC- 17 No one 17 and under admitted
X Adults only
 To get more information (p. 46) 
						

							
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Editing and Setting Channels
The current channel settings can be changed according to your needs and \
reception 
conditions.
■ Press to exit from 
a menu screen
Display menu
Select “Setup”
Menu
VIERA Link
Picture
Audio
Timer
Lock
SD card
Closed Caption
Setup
 next
select
Select “ANT/Cable setup”
Setup 1/2
Clock
ANT/Cable setup
Connected devices
Anti image retention
Reset to defaults Language
All
Channel surf mode
 
next
 select
Select the function
CableANT/Cable setupANT in
Auto program
Manual program
Signal meter next
 select
Set
Auto 
program
Set
automatically
Manual 
program
Set
manually
Signal meter
Check 
signal 
strength■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 “YES” on the confirmation screen and press OK