Panasonic 50" Class 720p Plasma Hdtv Th 50pe8 Quick Start Guide

TQB2AA0805
Quick Start Guide
50” Class 720p Plasma HDTV
(49.9 inches measured diagonally)
Guía de inicio rápido
Televisión de alta definición de 720p y  clase 50” de Plasma
(49,9 pulgadas medidas diagonalmente)
Model No.
Número de modelo
TH-50PE8U
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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.
Lea estas instrucciones antes de utilizar su televisor y guárdelas pa\
ra...

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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
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...

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Notes
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 upDo not place the Plasma TV on sloped or unstable surfaces.  The Plasma TV may fall off or tip over.
Do not place any objects on top of the Plasma TV.
  If water spills onto the...

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Accessories/Optional Accessory
Check you have all the items shown. (Accessories)
Remote Control
Transmitter
 N2QAYB000221
Cable 
clamperBatteries for the
Remote Control
Transmitter (2)
 AA BatteryAC cord
Pedestal
 TBLX0037
Product Registration Card (U.S.A.)
Customer Care Plan Card (U.S.A.) Operating Instructions
Quick Setup Guide 
(For viewing HD programming)
Installing the remote’s batteries
Open
Hook
 
 
Note the 
correct polarity
(+ or -). Close
Caution
  Incorrect installation may cause battery...

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Optional Accessory
Note
 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 the plasma TV stand or pedestal, and be 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 
its panel to crack.Wall-hanging bracket
(vertical)
 TY-WK42PV3U...

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To connect the antenna terminal and Cable Box
ANT OUTANT IN
Basic Connection
Note
  Not all cables and external equipment shown in this book are supplied wi\
th the TV.
 For the details of the external equipment’s connections, please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment.
 When disconnecting the power cord, be absolutely sure to disconnect the \
power cord plug from the wall outlet first.
 For additional assistance, visit us at:   www.panasonic.com
www.panasonic.ca
Example 1Connecting...

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To connect the antenna terminal and DVD recorder or VCR
ANT OUTANT IN
TO
AUDIO
AMP
COMPONENTIN
VIDEO
IN1
2
AUDIO
PROG
OUT
RPRPBY
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RPBYR
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HDMI 1 AV  I N
HDMI 2
S VIDEO
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AUDIO VIDEO
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A
B
C
Example 2Connecting DVD recorder (VCR) (To record/playback)
DVD Recorder
If the source has a higher resolution signal 
(480p/720p/1080i/1080p), connection can be made 
with the use of a Component Video or HDMI cable.
VCR
Connection can be made with the use of an RF 
cable and Composite Video/S Video...

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To connect the antenna terminal and Satellite Receiver and DVD recorder o\
r VCR
ANT INANT OUTANT IN
TO
AUDIO
AMP
COMPONENTIN
VIDEO
IN1
2
AUDIO
PROG
OUT
RPRPBY
P
RPBYR
R L
L
L
R L
HDMI 1 AV  I N
HDMI 2
S VIDEO
A
B
C
D
AUDIO VIDEO
Example 3Connecting DVD recorder (VCR) and satellite receiver
DVD Recorder or 
VCR Satellite 
Receiver
TVVHF/UHF Antenna
You can enjoy high-definition 
programming by subscribing to 
a high-definition satellite service. 
Connection can be done with the 
use of HDMI or...

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Note
 Some programs contain a copyright protection signal to prevent recording\
.
  When the copyright protection program is displayed, do not connect the o\
ther TV monitor through a VCR. Video signals fed 
through VCRs may be affected by copyright protection systems and the picture will be distorted\
 on the other TV monitor.
 For the details of the external equipment’s connections, please refer to the operating manuals of this equipment.
High-Definition
Standard-Definition
AV cable connections
ATo...

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SUBMENU
SD CARD
Identifying Controls
Viewing from SD card
Switches TV On or Off (Standby)
Displays Main Menu
Changes the input mode
Displays Sub Menu
Colored buttons 
(used for various functions)
Channel up/down
Changes aspect ratio
Operates the Favorite channel list 
function.
Switches to previously viewed channel 
or input modes.VIERA Link menu
Selects Audio Mode for TV viewing
Exits from menu screen
Selects/OK/Change
Returns to previous menu
Volume up/down
Displays or removes the channel...