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

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First Time Setup
“First time setup” is displayed only when the TV is turned on for the first time after the power cord is 
inserted into a wall outlet and when “Auto power on” is set to “\
No”.
or
■  Press to exit from 
a menu screen
 
■ Press to return 
to the previous 
screen 
Note
 To change setting  (Language/Clock/
Auto program) later, 
go to Menu screen
Turn the TV On with the POWER button
or
(Remote)
(TV)
 * This setting will be skipped next time if you select “Home”.
 Select your language...

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■ Press to exit from 
a menu screen
Auto channel setup
 Select “Auto program”
First time setup
Language
Clock
Auto program
 next
 select
 Select “ANT in”
Program channel
CableANT in
Auto
 set
 select
  ANT in  
Cable:  Cable TV
Antenna:  Antenna
 Select “Auto”
Program channel
CableANT in
Auto
 next
 select 
 Select scanning mode (ALL channels/Analog only/Digital only)
Auto program
All channels
Analog only
Digital only
 ok
 select
Auto programProgressNumber of analog channels
Number of digital...

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Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and othe\
r functions so that you can enjoy 
watching TV best suited for you.
■ Press to exit from 
a menu screen
■ Press to return 
to the previous 
screen
 
Display menu
 Displays the functions that can be set (varies depending on the input s\
ignal)
Select the menu
Menu
Audio
Lock
Setup SD card
CC
Timer Picture
VIERA Link
 select
 next
Select the item
Picture 1/2
Picture mode
Picture Reset
Brightness
Color
Vivid
0
0
0
Tint0...

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 In AV mode, the Audio menu and Setup menu give fewer options.
MenuItem Adjustments/Configurations (alternatives)
VIERA Link
Record now
Stop recording
VIERA Link control 
Speaker output
[Record now/Stop recording]
Records programs on the recorder immediately with the TV’s remote control.
[VIERA Link control]
Selects equipment to access and operate.  (Recorder/Home theater/Player/Camcorder)  
[Speaker output]
Selects an audio output.  (Home theater/TV)
• VIERA Link menu is accessible directly by...

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Menu ItemAdjustments/Configurations (alternatives)
Setup
Surf mode
Sets the mode to select the channel with Channel up/down button 
(All/Favorite/Digital only/Analog only)
• Favorite:  Only channels registered as FAVORITE
LanguageSelects the screen menu language
ClockAdjusts the clock
Program channelSets channelsExternal devices 
Input labelsSelects the terminal and label of the external equipment
Monitor out
[Component 1/Component 2/HDMI 1/HDMI 2/Video 1/Video 2]
To prevent howling and image...

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SUBMENU
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 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...

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If there is a problem with your TV, please refer to the table below to determine the symptoms, then carry \
out the 
suggested check. If this does not solve the problem, please contact your\
 local Panasonic dealer, quoting the model 
number and serial number (both found on the rear of the TV).
No sound is produced
Sound is unusual
 Are the speakers’ cables connected correctly?
 Is “Sound Mute” active?
 Is the volume set to the minimum?
 Is “Speaker output” set to “Off”?
 Change “SAP” settings.
 Check...

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Limited Warranty Coverage
If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials \
or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer 
Electronics Company (referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for t\
he length of the period indicated on the chart below, 
which starts with the date of original purchase (“Limited Warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair your product 
with new or refurbished parts, or (b) replace it with a new or a refur\
bished product. The decision to repair or replace...

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Customer Services Directory (for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico)
Customer Services Directory (United Stated and Puerto Rico)
Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; locate your nearest Dealer or Service Center; 
purchase Parts and Accessories; or make Customer Service and Literature requests by visitin\
g our Web 
Site at:
http://www.panasonic.com/help
or, contact us via the web at:
http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
You may also contact us directly at:
1-877-95-VIERA (958-4372)
Monday-Friday 9...

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Limited Warranty (for Canada)
Panasonic Canada Inc.
PANASONIC PRODUCT - LIMITED WARRANTY
Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in m\
aterial and workmanship and agrees to 
remedy any such defect for a period as stated below from the date of ori\
ginal purchase.
In-home Service will be carried out only to locations accessible by road\
s and within 50 km of an authorized 
Panasonic service facility.
LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS
This warranty does not apply to products...