Panasonic 42"50" Class 720p Plasma Hdtv Tc P42x60 Owners Manual

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Owner’s Manual
42”/50” Class 720p Plasma 
HDTV
(41.9/49.9 inches measured diagonally)
Manual de usuario
Televisión de alta definición de 
720p y clase 42”/50” de Plasma
(41,9/49,9 pulgadas medidas 
diagonalmente)
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Model No.
Número de modelo
TC-P42X60
TC-P50X60
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EnglishThank you for purchasing this Panasonic product.
Please read these instructions before operating your set and 
retain them for future  reference. The images shown in this 
manual are for illustrative purposes only.
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to get the most out of your TV
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obtener el máximo de su TV
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Lea estas instrucciones antes de utilizar su televisor y guárdelas 
para consultarlas en el futuro. Las imágenes mostradas en este 
manual tienen solamente fines ilustrativos.  
						

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■Do not display a still picture for a long timeThis causes the image to remain on the plasma screen (“Image retenti\
on”).
This is not considered a malfunction and is not covered by the warranty.
4 : 312 To prevent the “Image retention”, the screen 
saver is automatically activated after a 
few minutes if no signals are sent or no 
operations are performed.
Typical still images
 
●Channel number and other logos 
●Image displayed in 4:3 mode 
●Photo     ●Video game
 
■Set up 
●Do not place the unit where it’s exposed to sunlight or other bright light (including reflections). 
●Use of some types of fluorescent lighting may reduce the remote control’\
s transmission range. 
This product incorporates the following software:
(1) the software licensed under the GNU General Public License, Version 2.0 (GPL V2.0) and/or,
(2) open sourced software other than the software licensed under the G\
PL.
The software categorized as (1) - (2) are distributed in the hope th\
at it will be useful, but WITHOUT ANY 
WARRANTY, without even the implied warranty of MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR 
PURPOSE. Please refer to the detailed terms and conditions thereof shown\
 in the License menu on this 
product.
At least three (3) years from delivery of this product, Panasonic Corp\
oration will give to any third party who 
contacts us at the contact information provided below, for a charge no more than our cost of physically 
performing source code distribution, a complete machine-readable copy of\
 the corresponding source code 
covered under GPL V2.0 or the other licenses with the obligation to do so, as well as the\
 respective copyright 
notice thereof.
    Contact Information:[email protected]
The source code and the copyright notice are also available for free in \
our website below.
    http://www.unipf.jp/dl/DTV13UM/
This product is licensed under the AVC patent portfolio license for the personal and non-commercial use of 
a consumer to (i) encode video in compliance with the AVC Standard (“AVC Video”) and/or (ii) decode AVC 
Video that was encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal and non-commer\
cial activity and/or was 
obtained from a video provider licensed to provide AVC Video. No license is granted or shall be implied for 
any other use. Additional information may be obtained from MPEG LA, LLC. 
See http://www.mpegla.com. 
						

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Basic
Advanced
Support Information
Getting started
Contents
• Watching TV ··················\
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··· 16
• Watching content from external devices ··· 19
• Using Media player ··················\
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• How to Use Menu Functions ·············· 21
• Technical Information ··················\
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• Care and Cleaning ··················\
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• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) ··· 32
• Specifications ···············\
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···· 34
• Index ·················\
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• Limited Warranty 
(for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico only) ······· 36
• Customer Services Directory 
(for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico) ·············· 37
• Limited Warranty (for Canada) ··········· 38
Basic Features
Advanced Features
Support Information
• Safety Precautions ··················\
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Please read before using the unit
• Accessories/Optional Accessory ·········· 8
• Connections ···············\
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• Identifying Controls ··················\
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• First Time Setup ··················\
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Getting started
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.
Manufactured under license 
under U.S. Patent Nos: 
5,956,674; 5,974,380; 
6,487,535 & other U.S. 
and worldwide patents 
issued & pending. DTS, 
the Symbol, & DTS and 
the Symbol together are 
registered trademarks & 
DTS 2.0+Digital Out is a 
trademark of DTS, Inc. 
Product includes software. 
© DTS, Inc. All Rights 
Reserved.
Manufactured under 
license from Dolby 
Laboratories. Dolby and 
the double-D symbol 
are trademarks of Dolby 
Laboratories. 
						

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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
   
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
   
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover or back.
No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service p\
ersonnel.
The lightning flash with arrowhead 
within a triangle is intended to tell the 
user that parts inside the product are a 
risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within a 
triangle is intended to tell the 
user that important operating and 
servicing instructions are in the 
papers with the appliance.
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 ventilation openings. Install in 
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8)  Do not install near any heat sources such  as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other 
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce 
heat.
9)  Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized  or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has 
two blades with one wider than the other. A 
grounding type plug has two blades and a 
third grounding prong. The wide blade or the 
third prong are provided for your safety. If the 
provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult 
an electrician for replacement of the obsolete 
outlet.
10)  Protect the power cord from being walked on  or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience 
receptacles, and the point where they exit from 
the apparatus. 11)  Only use attachments / accessories specified by 
the manufacturer.
12)  Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified 
by the manufacturer, or sold with 
the apparatus. When a cart is 
used, use caution when moving 
the cart / apparatus combination 
to avoid injury from tip-over.
13)  Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or  when unused for long periods of time.
14)  Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.  Servicing is required when the apparatus has 
been damaged in any way, such as power-
supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been 
spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, 
the apparatus has been exposed to rain or 
moisture, does not operate normally, or has been 
dropped.
15)  To prevent electric shock, ensure the grounding  pin on the AC cord power plug is securely 
connected. 
						

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WARNING/CAUTION (TV set)
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 Plasma TV in accordance with 
the manufacturer’s recommended pedestal 
or stand, corresponding hardware and 
installation instructions.
  This Plasma TV is for use only with the following  optional accessories. Use with any other type 
of optional accessories may cause instability. 
The following accessories are manufactured by 
Panasonic Corporation.•  Wall-hanging bracket (Angled) 
   TY-WK4P1RW
 
●Be sure to ask a qualified technician to carry 
out the installation and set-up.
  Two or more people are required to install or  remove the television.
 
●Some wall mounts (wall-hanging brackets) are 
not designed to be mounted to walls with steel 
studs or old cinder block constructions.
  Ask your dealer or licensed contractor to properly  secure the wall-hanging bracket.
 
●Do not route the TV’s power cord inside the 
wall.
  The power cord was not designed for in-wall  mounting.
Doing so can lead to fire hazard.
 
●Do not place the Plasma TV or its stand on a 
sloped or unstable surface.
  The Plasma TV may fall or tip over.
 
●Do not support the Plasma TV on a non-
specified pedestal.
 
●Do not place the Plasma TV on furniture that 
can easily be used as steps, such as a chest of 
drawers.
 
●Do not climb or allow children to climb on the 
Plasma TV
 
●Place or install the Plasma TV where it cannot 
be pushed, pulled over or knocked down.
 
●Route all cords and cables such that they 
cannot be tripped over or pulled by curious 
children.
 
●Do not place any objects on top of the Plasma 
TV.
  If water spills onto the Plasma TV or foreign  objects get inside it, a short-circuit may occur, 
which could result in fire or electric shock. If any 
foreign objects get inside the Plasma TV, please 
consult an Authorized Service Center.
 
● In the unlikely event that you receive a shock 
from this product, it is possible that your 
household outlet may be wired improperly.
  Have an electrician verify that the TV’s outlet is  properly wired. If the problem persists, have the 
TV serviced by a qualified authorized technician.
 
●To prevent the spread of fire, keep 
candles or other open flames away 
from this product at all times
 
■AC Power Supply CordTo prevent fire or electric shock:
 
●The Plasma TV is designed to operate on a 120 
V AC, 60 Hz service. Insert the power cord plug 
as far as it will go into the wall socket.
  If the plug is not fully inserted, heat may generate,  which could cause a fire.
 
●The included power cord is for use with this 
unit only.
 
●Do not use any power cord other than that 
provided with this TV.
 
●Do not handle the power cord plug with wet 
hands.
 
●Do not do anything that might damage the 
power supply cord.
 
●When disconnecting the power supply cord, 
hold the plug, not the cord.
 
●Do not use the power supply cord if the plug or 
cord is damaged.
  Replace the cord or contact your Authorized  Service Center.
 
●Do not use a 3-prong to 2-prong AC plug 
adapters to connect your TV’s plug to the wall 
outlet.
  Doing so will defeat the TV plug’s safety feature,  which can lead to a shock hazard. If the wall outlet 
does not accommodate a 3-prong plug, have a 
qualified electrician replace your outlet and check 
the associated wiring.
 
■Handling the power supply cord
 
●Insert the power plug fully into the socket 
outlet. (If the power plug is loose, it could 
generate heat and cause fire.)
 
●Ensure that the power plug is easily 
accessible.
 
●Ensure the earth pin on the power plug is 
securely connected to prevent electrical shock.
•  An apparatus with CLASS I construction shall  be connected to a power socket outlet with a 
protective earthing connection.
 
●Do not touch the power plug with a wet hand. 
(This may cause electrical shock.)
 
●Do not use any power cord other than that 
provided with this TV. (This may cause fire or 
electrical shock.) 
						

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●Do not damage the power cord. (A damaged 
cord may cause fire or electrical shock.)
•  Do not move the TV with the cord plugged in the 
socket outlet.
•  Do not place a heavy object on the cord or place the cord near a high-temperature object.
•  Do not twist the cord, bend it excessively, or  stretch it.
•  Do not pull on the cord. Hold onto the power  plug body when disconnecting cord.
•  Do not use a damaged power plug or socket  outlet.
 
●If a problem occurs (such as no picture or 
no sound), or if smoke or an abnormal odor 
is detected from the Plasma TV, unplug the 
power supply cord immediately.
  Continued use of the TV under these conditions  might cause a fire or permanent damage to the TV. 
Have the TV evaluated by an Authorized Service 
Center. Servicing of the TV by unauthorized 
personnel is strongly discouraged due to its high 
voltage.
 
●If water or an object gets inside the Plasma TV, 
if the Plasma TV is dropped, or if the enclosure 
becomes damaged, unplug the power supply 
cord immediately.
  A short-circuit may occur, which could cause a  fire. Contact an Authorized Service Center for an 
evaluation.
CAUTION
 
●Do not cover the ventilation holes.
  Doing so may cause the Plasma TV to overheat,  which can cause a fire or damage to the Plasma 
TV.
 
●Leave a space of 3 15/16” (10 cm) or more at 
the top, left and right, and 2 3/4” (7 cm) or more 
at the rear. 
 
●When using the pedestal, keep the space 
between the bottom of the TV and the pedestal 
or stand surface clear from objects that may 
obstruct ventilation.
 
■When Moving the Plasma TV
 
●Be sure to disconnect all cables before moving 
the Plasma TV.
  Moving the TV with its cables attached might  damage the cables which, in turn, can cause fire 
or electric shock.
 
●To prevent an electric shock, disconnect the 
power plug from the wall outlet as a safety 
precaution before carrying out any cleaning.
 
●Transport only in upright position.
  Transporting the unit with its display panel facing  upright or downward may cause damage to the 
internal circuitry.
 
●Using a dry cloth, clean any dust from the 
power supply cord and plug regularly.
  Build-up of dust on the power cord plug can  increase humidity, which might damage the 
insulation and cause a fire.
This Plasma TV radiates infrared rays; 
  therefore, it may affect other infrared  communication equipment. Install your infrared 
sensor in a place away from direct or reflected 
light from your Plasma TV.
The TV will still consume some power as long as 
the power supply cord is connected to the wall 
outlet.
 
●Display panel is made of glass. Do not apply 
strong force or impact to the display panel.
  This may cause damage resulting in injury.
 
●The TV is heavy. TV should be handled by 2 or 
more people. Support as shown below to avoid 
injury by the TV from tipping or falling.
  
						

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CEA CHILD SAFETY NOTICES
WARNING
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 sure to follow the 
following safety guidelines: 
TUNE INTO SAFETY: 
•  One size does NOT fit all.  Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for the safe 
installation and use of your flat panel display. 
•  Carefully read and understand all enclosed  instructions for proper use of this product. 
•  Don’t allow children to climb on or play with  furniture and television sets. 
•  Don’t place flat panel displays on furniture that  can easily be used as steps, such as a chest of 
drawers. 
•  Remember that children can become excited while  watching a program, especially on “larger than life”  
flat panel displays.  Care should be taken to install 
the display where it cannot be pushed, pulled over, 
or knocked down. 
•  Care should be taken to route all cords and cables  connected to the flat panel display so that they 
cannot be pulled or grabbed by curious children.  WALL MOUNTING:
 IF YOU DECIDE TO WALL 
MOUNT YOUR FLAT PANEL DISPLAY, ALWAYS: 
•  Use a mount that has been recommended by  the display manufacturer and/or listed by an 
independent  laboratory (such as UL, CSA, ETL). 
•  Follow all instructions supplied by the display and  wall mount manufacturers. 
•  If you have any doubts about your ability to safely  install your flat panel display, contact your retailer 
about professional installation. •  Make sure the wall where you are mounting the  display is appropriate.  Some wall mounts are not 
designed to be mounted to walls with steel studs 
or old cinder block construction.  If you are unsure, 
contact a professional installer. 
•  A minimum of two people are required for installation.  Flat panel displays can be heavy. 
Panasonic recommends that a qualified installer 
perform the wall-mount installation. See page 5.
The American Academy of Pediatrics 
discourages media viewing for children 
younger than two years. For more details, see 
www.aap.org.
FCC STATEMENT
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a\
n Other Class B digital device, 
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against 
harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy an\
d, if not installed and used in 
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radi\
o communications. However, there is 
no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installati\
on. If this equipment does cause harmful 
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined b\
y turning the equipment off and on, the 
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of \
the following measures: •  Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•  Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
•  Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
•  Consult the Panasonic Service Center or an experienced radio/TV technici\
an for help.
FCC Caution: 
To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instruct\
ions and use only shielded 
interface cables when connecting to peripheral devices.  Some recommende\
d user provided interface 
cables may require usage of  the attached ferrite core kit(s), refer t\
o interface cable connection 
instructions for details.  Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Panasonic Corp. o\
f 
North America could void the users authority to operate this device.
Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094
Contact Source: Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America 1-877-95-VIERA (958-4372)
email: [email protected] 
						

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Optional Accessory
Remote Control N2QAYB000820Batteries (2) AA BatteryPower cord
 Accessories
Check if you have all of the items shown below.
Quick start guide
Owner’s Manual
Product Registration Card 
(U.S.A.)
Child safety
Please contact your nearest Panasonic dealer to purchase the recommended\
 optional accessories. For 
additional details, please refer to the optional accessories installatio\
n manual.
Wall-hanging bracket 
●TY-WK4P1RW 
 a:  15.7” (400 mm) 
b: 11.8” (300 mm)
The angle of wall-hanging 
bracket can be adjusted in 
“zero tilting (vertical)” and 
“5, 10 or 15-degree tilting” 
for this TV.
Rear of the TV
Holes for wall-hanging 
bracket installation Screw for attaching the TV to the wall-
hanging bracket (not supplied with the TV)
Depth of screw:
minimum 0.67” (17.0 mm), 
maximum  1.38” (35.0 mm)(View from the side)
a
b
M8
Warning
 
●In order to maintain the TV’s performance and safety, be absolutely sure to ask your dealer or a 
licensed contractor to secure the wall-hanging brackets.
 
●Carefully read the instructions accompanying optional accessories, and b\
e absolutely sure to take 
steps to prevent the TV from tipping over.
 
●Handle the TV carefully during installation since subjecting it to impact or other \
forces may cause product 
damage.
 
●Take care when fixing wall brackets to the wall. Always ensure that there are no electrical cables or 
pipes in the wall before hanging bracket.
 
●When using the angled-type wall hanging bracket, please ensure that ther\
e is sufficient space for the 
connecting cables not to press against the wall when the TV is tilted forward.
 
●For safety reasons, remove units no longer being used from their wall-mo\
unted locations.
 Pedestal
Assembly (p. 9)
Ferrite core
for HDMI cable (2) 
  Accessories/Optional Accessory 
						

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Getting started
 Attaching the pedestal to TV
■Assembling the pedestal
   Fix securely with assembly screws A (Total 4 screws).
   Tighten screws firmly.
A
L
RPole
Front
Pole
Base
■Set-up
    Tighten assembly screws B (total 4 screws) loosely at first, 
then tighten them firmly to fix securely.
B
 Fix securely with assembly 
screws B (Total 4 screws).
Rear side
Arrow 
mark
Pole Hole for pedestal 
installation 
Pole
 Base 
Bottom view
Work on a flat surface
Removing the pedestal from the TVBe sure to remove the pedestal in the following way when using the wall \
hanging bracket or repacking the TV. Remove the assembly screws B from the TV. Lift the TV from the pedestal. Remove the assembly screws A from the pole.
Warning
Do not disassemble or modify the pedestal.
 Otherwise, the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result.
Caution
Do not use any pedestal other than that provided with this TV.
 Otherwise, the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result.Do not use the pedestal if it becomes warped or physically damaged. If you use the pedestal when it is physically damaged, personal injury m\
ay result. Contact your 
nearest Panasonic Dealer immediately.
During set-up, make sure that all screws are securely tightened.
 If sufficient care is not taken to ensure screws are properly tightened during\
 assembly, the pedestal 
will not be strong enough to support the TV, and it might fall over and become damaged, and personal 
injury may result.
When removing the pedestal, do not remove the pedestal by any methods ot\
her than the specified 
procedure. (above)
 Otherwise, the TV and/or pedestal may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury\
 may result.
 Accessories/Optional Accessory
Accessories
Assembly screws 
(4 of each)
 
A
size (M5 × 18)
B
size (M5 × 30)
Poles (2)
LR
  L or R is printed at the 
bottom of the poles.
 Base (1) 
						

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Power cord connection
To attachTo remove
Insert it firmly until the 
tabs on both sides click 
into place. Keep pushing both 
sides until they snap 
and pull.
 Installing the remote’s batteries
Open
Hook
Note the correct polarity
(+ or -). Close
Caution
  Incorrect installation may cause battery 
leakage and corrosion, resulting in 
damage to the remote control.
• Do not mix old and new batteries.
• Do not mix different battery types (such 
as alkaline and manganese batteries).
• Do not use rechargeable (Ni-Cd) 
batteries.
  Do not burn or break batteries.
Attaching Ferrite Core
Be sure to attach the provided ferrite core to the HDMI cable (not supp\
lied) to reduce interference or 
electrical noise.
Attach the ferrite core as close as possible to connector on the TV side\
 as shown.
Close the ferrite core until it clicks.