Panasonic 42" Class 1080p Lcd Hdtv Tc 42ld24 Operating Instructions

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Operating Instructions
42” Class 1080p LCD HDTV
(42.0 inches measured diagonally)
Manual de instrucciones
Televisión de alta definición de 1080p y 
clase 42” de LCD
(42.0 pulgadas medidas diagonalmente)
For more detailed instructions, refer to the Operating Instructions 
on the CD-ROM.
To view the Operating Instructions on the CD-ROM, you need a 
computer equipped with a CD-ROM drive, and Adobe® Reader® 
(Version 7.0 or later is recommended) installed on your computer.
Depending on the operating...

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ANTENNA
LEAD-IN WIRE
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT 
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
GROUNDING 
CONDUCTORS
 (NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING 
ELECTRODE SYSTEM 
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
ELECTRIC 
SERVICE 
EQUIPMENT
GROUND CLAMP
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA 
GROUNDING AS  PER 
(NEC) NATIONAL 
ELECTRICAL
CODE
Safety Precautions
Note to CATV System Installer
This reminder is provided to direct the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for 
proper grounding and,...

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19)  An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overh\
ead power lines, other electric light, power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing \
an outside antenna system, extreme care should be 
taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with\
 them might be fatal.
20)  Unplug this LCD TV from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personn\
el under the following conditions:
  a.  When the power...

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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, be...

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Accessories/Optional Accessory
Accessories
Check you have all the items shown.
Accessories
Remote Control
Transmitter
 N2QAYB000485
Batteries for the
Remote Control
Transmitter (2)
 AA Battery
Operating Instructions (Book)
Operating Instructions (CD-ROM)
VIERA Concierge and Quick Start Guide
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...

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AccessoriesAssembly screws 
(4 of each)
 
A
 XSS5+15FNK
  M5 x 15
B
 XYN4+F12FJK
  M4 × 12
Bracket (1)
 Base (1)
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 other TV and displays.
  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,...

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To connect the antenna terminal
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.  For additional assistance, visit us at:   www.panasonic.comwww.panasonic.ca
ExampleConnecting Antenna (To watch TV)
Cable TV
VHF/UHF AntennaTV VHF/UHF Antenna
• NTSC (National Television System Committee):
Conventional broadcasting
• ATSC (Advanced...

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High-Definition
 To use HDMI terminals
HDMI
AV OUT
e.g. Blu-ray Disc 
player
AV Equipment
 Connecting to the HDMI terminals will enable you to enjoy high-definitio\
n digital images and high-quality sound.  The HDMI connection is required for a 1080p signal.
 To use COMPONENT terminals
L
R Y
P
B
PR
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
AUDIO
OUT
white
red
green
blue
red
white
red
green
blue
red
white
red
green
bluerede.g. Blu-ray Disc 
player
AV Equipment
Standard-Definition
 To use COMPOSITE terminals
L
RCOMPOSITE...

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Identifying Controls
TV controls/indicators
Remote control
Switches TV On or Off (Standby)
Changes the input mode
Displays Main Menu
Displays Sub Menu
Colored buttons 
(Use for various functions following
the instructions on screen.)
Volume up/down
Sound Mute On/Off
Changes aspect ratio
Switches to previously viewed channel 
or input modes
Operate the external equipment with
“VIERA Link control” function.
(Refer to the Operating Instructions
on the CD-ROM.)Closed Caption On/OffSelects Audio Mode for TV...

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First Time Setup
or
Turn the TV On with the POWER button
or
(TV)(Remote)
Configure your viewing mode
 Select your languageLanguage / Idioma / Langue
EnglishEspañol Français select
 OK
 Select your viewing mode (Be sure to select “Home use”)Set viewing mode
Step 2 of 6
Please select your viewing environment.
Select “Home Use” when using this TV in your
home.
Home UseStore Demonstration
OK
RETURN
Select
 select
 OK
  Please confirm your selection (Home Use) before pressing OK button.
 If you select...