Panasonic 42"50" Class 720p Plasma Hdtv Tc P42x1 Operating Instructions

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Advanced
 Input Labels
 Closed Caption
Input Labels
Input labels
Display
labels of
Connected 
devices
Devices connected to external input terminals can be labeled for easier \
identification during 
input selection. (In selecting input mode from p. 24 )
■ Select the terminal and label of the external equipment
GAME
GAME
Input labelsComponent 1
Component 2
HDMI 1
HDMI 2
HDMI 3
Video 1
Video 2
orG A ASelect OKRETURN
Delete
ABC  → abc
RGBY
Input labelsComponent 1
Switches Input mode from alphabetical to numeric
 select
 set
Video 1
VCR
Label Terminal
[example] Terminals:    Component 1-2/HDMI 1-3/Video 1-2 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
*  If “SKIP” is selected, the INPUT button press will skip its input.
 Each selected label will be displayed on “Input select” screen.  (p. 24)
■ 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 “Connected devices”
Setup 1/2
Clock
ANT/Cable setup
Connected devices
Anti image retention Language
All
Channel surf mode
 next
 select
Select “Input labels”
Connected devicesInput labels
 next
 select 
						

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Using Timer
The TV can automatically turn On/Off at the designated date and time. The Clock must be set before On time/Off time settings. (p. 17) The “Sleep” timer and “On / Off timer” will not work if the “Auto power on” (p. 28) is set.\
■ Press to exit from 
a menu screen
■ Press to return 
to the previous 
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.
Display menu
Select “Timer”
Menu
VIERA Link
Picture
Audio
Timer
Lock
SD card
Closed Caption
 next
 select
Select the timer to set
TimerSleep
Timer 1
Timer 2
Timer 3
Timer 4
Timer 5
 select
 next
Turns Off automatically
Sleep
Turns On/Off automatically
(5 timers can be set.)
Timer 1
Timer 5
~
Set the timer
■ To set “Sleep” (Off Timer)  Set to shut the unit off after a pre-selected amount of time.
 
60SleepSleep (minutes)set
 0/30/60/90  (minutes)
■ To set “Timer 1-5” (On/Off Timer)  Select the item and set
 
OnTV10-37/6[FRI]  1:15 AM12:45 AM
Timer 1Timer set
Inputs
Channel
Day
On time
Off time select
 
setor
SUN/MON/TUE/WED/THU/FRI/SAT
(displays the nearest future date) 
MON-FRI/SAT-SUN/DAILY/Every SUN/Every MON/
Every TUE/Every WED/Every THU/Every FRI/ Every SAT
Select the channel
Channel
Select the day
Day
The time to turn On
On time The time to turn Off
Off time Select the inputs
Inputs
AM/PM
Timer setting (On/Off)
Timer set
Clear 
						

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Advanced
 Recommended AV Connections
 Using Timer
COMPONENTINVIDEO IN 112
VIDEO
S VIDEO
AUDIO
R
PR
PB
Y
L
RPR
PB
Y
LRL
HDMI 1HDMI 2
VIDEO
S VIDEO
AUDIO
R
PR
PPB
Y
L
Recommended AV Connections
These diagrams show our recommendations or how to connect the TV unit to your various equipment.
For other connections, consult the instructions for each piece of equipm\
ent and its specifications. 
For additional assistance, please visit our website at:   www.panasonic.com
www.panasonic.ca
AC 120 V 60 Hz
Back of the TV
Cable Box Cable TV
or
■ To watch DVDs
Optical digital 
audio cable
■ DVD Recorder / 
VCR
■ To listen to the TV 
through speakers or
■ To watch camcorder 
images
Camcorder
VCR 
DVD Player
   (For HDMI connection,
HDMI compatible 
equipment only. For 
connection using HDMI-
DVI Conversion cable, 
see HDMI 1 or HDMI 
2 connection on this 
page.)
or
■ To watch digital video image
DVD Player/Set 
Top Box DVD Player or Set Top Box
(HDMI compatible machines 
only)Connect 
with 
A
 or B
A
 
HDMI 
cable
B  
HDMI-DVI 
Conversion  cable + 
Audio cable*
or
Amplifier
OPTICAL 
IN
or
Front of the TV
 * Please see p. 26-27 for setup when using an external analog audio cable \
with an HDMI to DVI cable.
AC Cord
(Connect after all the 
other connections are 
complete.) 
						

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Ratings List for Lock
“V-chip” technology enables you to lock channels or shows according to \
standard ratings set by the 
entertainment industry. (p. 37)
■ U.S. MOVIE RATINGS (MPAA)
NRNO RATING (NOT RATED) AND NA (NOT APPLICABLE) PROGRAMS. Movie which has not been rated or 
where rating does not apply.
G GENERAL AUDIENCES. All ages admitted.
PG PARENTAL GUIDANCE SUGGESTED. Some material may not be suitable for children.
PG-13 PARENTS STRONGLY CAUTIONED. Some material may be 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.
■ U.S. TV PROGRAMS RATINGS (U. S. TV)
Age-basedGroupAge-basedRatingsPossible Content Selections Description
NR
(Not Rated) TV-NR
• Viewable• Blocked
Not Rated.
Youth TV-Y
• Viewable• Blocked
All children. The themes and elements in this program are specifically
designed for a very young audience, including children from ages 2-6.
TV-Y7
• FV Blocked• Viewable• Blocked Directed to older children. Themes and elements in this program may
include mild physical or comedic violence, or may frighten children 
under the age of 7.
Guidance TV-G
• Viewable• Blocked
General audience. It contains little or no violence, no strong language,\
and little or no sexual dialogue or situations.
TV-PG
• D,L,S,V (all selected)•  Any combination of 
D, L, S, V Parental guidance suggested. The program may contain infrequent
coarse language, limited violence, some suggestive sexual dialogue 
and situations.
TV-14
• D,L,S,V (all selected)•  Any combination of 
D, L, S, V Parents strongly cautioned. This program may contain sophisticated
themes, sexual content, strong language and more intense violence.
TV-MA
• L,S,V (all selected)•  Any combination of 
L, S, V Mature audiences only. This program may contain mature themes,
profane language, graphic violence, and explicit sexual content.
FV:  Fantasy/Cartoon Violence. V:  Violence S:  Sex L:  Offensive Language D:  Dialogue with sexual content.
■ CANADIAN ENGLISH RATINGS (C. E. L. R.)
E Exempt - Exempt programming includes:  news, sports, documentaries and o\
ther information programming,
talk shows, music videos, and variety programming.
C Programming intended for children under age 8. No offensive language, nudity or sexual content.
C8+ Programming generally considered acceptable for children 8 years and ove\
r. No profanity, nudity or sexual 
content.
G General programming, suitable for all audiences.
PG Parental Guidance suggested. Some material may not be suitable for child\
ren.
14+ Programming contains themes or content which may not be suitable for vie\
wers under the age of 14. Parents 
are strongly cautioned to exercise discretion in permitting viewing by p\
re-teens and early teens.
18+ 18+ years old. Programming restricted to adults. Contains constant viole\
nce or scenes of extreme violence.
■ CANADIAN FRENCH RATINGS (C. F. L. R.)E Exempt - Exempt programming.
G General - Programming intended for audience of all ages. Contains no vio\
lence, or the violence content is 
minimal or is depicted appropriately.
8 ans+ 8+ General - Not recommended for young children. Programming intended fo\
r a broad audience but contains 
light or occasional violence. Adult supervision recommended.
13 ans+ Programming may not be suitable for children under the age of 13 - Conta\
ins either a few violent scenes or one 
or more sufficiently violent scenes to affect them. Adult supervision strongly suggested.
16 ans+ Programming may not be suitable for children under the age of 16 - Conta\
ins frequent scenes of violence or 
intense violence.
18 ans+ Programming restricted to adults. Contains constant violence or scenes o\
f extreme violence.
Caution
 The V-Chip system that is used in this set is capable of blocking “NR” \
programs (non rated, not applicable and  none) as per FCC Rules Section15.120(e)(2). If the option of blocki\
ng “NR” programs is chosen “unexpected and 
possibly confusing results may occur, and you may not receive emergency bulletins or any of the following ty\
pes of 
programming:”
  • Emergency Bulletins (Such as EAS messages, weather warnings and ot\
hers)
  • Locally originated programming • News • Political • Public\
 Service Announcements • Religious • Sports • Weather 
						

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FAQs, etc.
 Technical Information Ratings List for Lock
Technical Information
Closed Caption (CC)
 For viewing the CC of digital broadcasting, set the aspect to FULL (If viewing with H-FILL, JUST, ZOOM or 4:3; characters might be cut off).  
 The CC can be displayed on the TV if the receiver (such as a set-top box or satellite receiver) has t\
he CC set On using the Component or HDMI connection to the TV.  
 If the CC is set to On on both the receiver and TV when the signal is 480i (except for the HDMI connection), the CC may overlap on the TV.
 If a digital program is being output in analog format, the CC data will \
also be output in analog format.  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 (FORMAT)
Press the FORMAT button to cycle through the aspect modes. This lets you choose the aspect depending on the 
format of the received signal and your preference. (p. 20) 
(e.g.:  in case of 4:3 image)
 FULL JUST
FULL JUST 
Enlarges the 4:3 image horizontally to the screen’s side edges.
(Recommended for anamorphic picture) Stretches to justify the 4:3 image to the four corners of the 
screen. 
(Recommended for normal TV broadcast)
 H-FILL 4:3
H-FILL 
Side bar
Enlarges the 4:3 image horizontally to the screen’s side edges. 
The side edges of the image are cut off. Standard
(Note that “Image retention” of the side bar may occur from
displaying it for a long time.)
 ZOOM
ZOOMNote
 480i (4:3), 480i (16:9), 480p (4:3), 480p (16:9):  
  FULL, JUST, 4:3 or ZOOM
 1080p / 1080i / 720p:  
  FULL, H-FILL, JUST, 4:3 or ZOOM
Enlarges the 4:3 image to the entire screen. 
(Recommended for Letter Box)
 Zoom  adjustments
  Vertical image position and size can be adjusted in “ZOOM”.
 
 Select “Zoom adjustments” on the “Picture” menu. (p. 26-27\
)
  V-position:  Vertical position adjustment       V-size:  Vertical size adjustment
         
 To reset the aspect ratio   (OK) 
						

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Technical Information 
MessageMeaning
SD card slot is empty. The card is not inserted.
No photos The card has no data or this type of data is not supported.
Cannot read file The file is broken or unreadable. The TV does not support the format.
Data format for SD Card browsing
Photo:Still images recorded with digital still cameras compatible with JPEG fi\
les of DCF* and EXIF** 
standards
Data format: Baseline JPEG (Sub-sampling: 4:4:4, 4:2:2 or 4:2:0)
Max. number of files: 9,999
Image resolution: 160 x 120 to 10,000,000
 * DCF (Design rule for camera file system):  A Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association’s standard
 ** EXIF (Exchangeable Image File Format)
Caution
 A JPEG image modified with a PC may not be displayed. Partly degraded files might be displayed at a reduced resolution.
Note
 Folder structure viewed in PC
 
DCIM
P1000001.JPG
P1000002.JPG
P1000003.JPG
P1000004.JPG
100_P ANA 
Created automatically
3-digit folder number + 5-digit arbitrary characters
4-digit arbitrary characters + 4-digit file number
 Usable characters:  1-byte “a to z”, “A to Z”, “0 to 9,” and “_”
 The folder and file names may be different depending on the digital camera used. For the suitable SD Memory Cards, please confirm the latest information \
on the following website.
  http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs (This site is in English only)
SD Card warning messages
 Do not remove the card while the unit is accessing data (this can damag\
e card or unit). Do not touch the terminals on the back of the card. Do not subject the card to high pressure or impact. Insert the card in the correct direction (otherwise, card may be damage\
d). Electrical interference, static electricity or erroneous operation may d\
amage the data or card. Back up the recorded data at regular intervals in case of deteriorated o\
r damaged data or erratic operation of the unit.  (Panasonic is not liable for any deterioration or damage of recorded da\
ta.)
Cautions in handling SD Card: 
						

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FAQs, etc.
 Technical Information
(Continued)
VIERA LinkTM “HDAVI ControlTM”  
HDMI connections to some Panasonic equipment allow you to interface auto\
matically. (p. 30) This function may not work normally depending on the equipment condition\
. The equipment can be operated by other remote controls with this functio\
n on even if TV is in Standby mode. Image or sound may not be available for the first few seconds when the p\
layback starts. Image or sound may not be available for the first few seconds when Input\
 mode is switched. Volume function will be displayed when adjusting the volume of the equipm\
ent. If you connect the same kind of equipment at once (for example: one DIG\
A to HDMI 1 / another DIGA to HDMI 2), VIERA LinkTM 
is available for the terminal with the smaller number.
 If you connect equipment that has “HDAVI Control 2 or later” function to the TV with HDMI cable, the sound from DIGITAL  AUDIO OUT terminal can be output as multi channel surround.
 “HDAVI Control 4” is the newest standard (current as of December, 2008) for the HDAVI Control compatible equipment.
  This standard is compatible with the conventional HDAVI equipment.
HDMI connection
HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) allows you to enjoy high-d\
efinition digital images and high-quality sound by connecting 
the TV unit and the devices.
HDMI-compatible equipment (*1) with an HDMI or DVI output terminal, su\
ch as a set-top box or a DVD player, can be connected 
to the HDMI connector using an HDMI compliant (fully wired) cable.
 HDMI is the world’s first complete digital consumer AV interface complying with a non-compression standard. If the external equipment has only a DVI output, connect to the HDMI ter\
minal via a DVI to HDMI adapter cable (*2). When the DVI to HDMI adapter cable is used, connect the audio cable to t\
he audio input terminal. Audio settings can be made on the “HDMI 1 in”, “HDMI 2 in” o\
r “HDMI 3 in” menu screen. (p. 26) Applicable audio signal sampling frequencies (L.PCM):  48 kHz, 44.1 kH\
z, 32 kHz
  (*1):  The HDMI logo is displayed on an HDMI-compliant device. 
  (*2):  Enquire at your local digital equipment retailer shop.
Caution
 Use with a PC is not assumed. All signals are reformatted before being displayed on the screen. If the connected device has an aspect adjustment function, set the aspec\
t ratio to “16:9”. These HDMI connectors are “type A”. These HDMI connectors are compatible with HDCP (High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection) copyright protection. A device having no digital output terminal may be connected to the input \
terminal of either “COMPONENT”, “S VIDEO”, or 
“VIDEO” to receive analog signals.
 The HDMI input terminal can be used with only the following image signal\
s:  480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i and 1080p.Match the output setting of the digital device.
 For details of the applicable HDMI signals, see below.
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminals
You can enjoy your home theater by connecting a Dolby Digital (5.1 chann\
el) decoder and “Multi Channel” amplifier to the 
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminals. 
Caution
 Depending on your DVD player and DVD-Audio software the copyright protec\
tion function may operate and disable optical output. When an ATSC channel is selected, the output from the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack will be Dolby Digital. When an NTSC channel is selected, the output will be PCM.
Picture mode
 Vivid:            Provides enhanced picture contrast and sharpness for viewing in a well-l\
it room. Standard:        Recommended for normal viewing conditions with subdued room lighting. Cinema:         For watching movies in a darkened room. It provides a soft, film-like pi\
cture. Game:     For playing video game. This mode will be set automatically if “GAME” is selected from Inp\
ut label setting (p. 41) Custom  (Photo):    Customizes each item according to your taste.
Photo is displayed in JPEG menu.
Note
 Picture mode will be automatically set to “Standard” if you change\
 the Input label from “GAME” to other labels. Picture mode will be automatically set to “Game” if you change fro\
m an Input label other than “GAME” to “GAME” label. 
						

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Technical Information (Continued)
4:3 side bars
Do not display a picture in 4:3 mode for an extended period, as this can\
 cause 
“Image retention” to remain on either or both sides of the display\
 field.
To reduce the risk of such “Image retention”, change the brightness\
 of the side 
bars.
See pages 28-29 for more information
 The side bar may flash (alternate black/white) depending on the pictur\
e. Using   Cinema mode will reduce such flashing (See below).
Side Bar
4:3
Screen
DisplayImage retention
Scrolling bar
Scrolling bar:    To prevent “Image retention”, scrolls white vertical bar from left \
to right on a black screen. Press any key except the POWER key to return to previous screen. You will return to the previous screen if no key operation has been perfo\
rmed for 15 minutes.
See pages 28-29 for more information
[Scrolling bar]
Input signals that can be displayed
* Mark:  Applicable input signal for Component (Y, PB, PR) and HDMI
horizontal
frequency (kHz) vertical
frequency (Hz) COMPONENT HDMI
525 (480) / 60i
15.7359.94
**
525 (480) /60p 31.4759.94
**
750 (720) /60p 45.0059.94
**
1,125 (1,080) /60i 33.7559.94
**
1,125 (1,080)/60p 67.4359.94
*
1,125 (1,080)/60p 67.5060.00
*
1,125(1,080)/24p 26.9723.98
*
1,125(1,080)/24p 27.0024.00
*
H size
Aspect Ratio:  4:3
Size 1Size 2 The width will be decreased on both sides to 
reduce noise.
Aspect Ratio:  FULL/JUST(H-FILL/ZOOM)
Size 1 Size 2 The width will be increased on both sides to 
reduce noise.
See pages 26-27 for more information
Note
 Signals other than those shown above may not be displayed properly. The above signals are reformatted for optimal viewing on your display. 
						

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FAQs, etc.
 Care and Cleaning
 Technical Information
Care and Cleaning
First, unplug the Power cord plug from the wall outlet.
Display panel
The front of the display panel has been specially treated. Wipe the pane\
l surface gently using only a cleaning cloth or a soft, lint-
free cloth.
 If the surface is particularly dirty, soak a soft, lint-free cloth in diluted mild liquid dish soap (1 part\
 mild liquid dish soap diluted by 100 times the amount of water) and then wring the cloth to remove ex\
cess liquid. Use this cloth to wipe the surface of the 
display panel, then wipe it evenly with a dry cloth of the same type unt\
il the surface is dry.
 Do not scratch or hit the surface of the panel with fingernails or other\
 hard objects. Furthermore, avoid contact with volatile substances such as insect sprays, solvents, and thinner; otherwise, the \
quality of the surface may be adversely affected.
Cabinet
If the cabinet becomes dirty, wipe it with a soft, dry cloth. If the cabinet is particularly dirty, soak the cloth in a weak mild liquid dish soap and then wring the clot\
h dry.
  Use this cloth to wipe the cabinet and then wipe it dry with a dry cloth\
.
 Do not allow any mild liquid dish soap to come into direct contact with \
the surface of the Plasma TV.
  If water droplets get inside the unit, operating problems may result.
 Avoid contact with volatile substances such as insect sprays, solvents, a\
nd thinner; otherwise, the quality of the cabinet surface  may be adversely affected or the coating may peel off. Furthermore, do not leave it for long periods in contact with article\
s m ade 
from rubber or PVC.
Pedestal
 Cleaning
  Wipe the surfaces with a soft, dry cloth. If the unit is particularly di\
rty, clean it using a cloth soaked with water to  which a small amount of mild liquid dish soap has been added and then wi\
pe with a dry cloth. 
  Do not use products such as solvents, thinner, or household wax for cleaning, as they can damage the surface  coating. (If using a chemically-treated cloth, follow the instructions \
supplied with the cloth.)
 Do not attach sticky tape or labels, as they can make the surface of the\
 pedestal dirty. Do not allow long-term 
contact with rubber, vinyl products, or the like. (Doing so will cause deterioration.) 
						

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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 details (p. 54, 55)
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” (p. 39).If the signal is weak, check the
antenna and consult your local
dealer.
The remote control 
does not work
 Are the batteries installed correctly? 
(p. 8)
 Are the batteries new?
Pictures from external 
equipment are distorted 
when the unit is 
connected via HDMI
 Is the HDMI cable connected properly?(p. 31, 43)
 Turn Off the TV unit and equipment, then turn them On again.
 Check an input signal from the equipment. (p. 48) 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.