Panasonic High Definition Plasma Television Th 42pe7 Operating Instructions

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FAQs, etc.
 Technical Information Ratings List for Lock
Technical Information
Closed Caption (CC)
Aspect Ratio
Lets you choose the aspect depending on the format of the received signal and your preference. (p. 21) 
(e.g.:  in case of 4:3 image)
• For viewing Closed Caption of digital broadcasting, set the aspect ratio to FULL. 
(If viewing with H-FILL, JUST, ZOOM or 4:3, characters will be cut off.)
• The Closed Caption is not displayed when you use HDMI connection.
• If analog connected equipment is...

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DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminals
You can enjoy your home theater by connecting a Dolby Digital (5.1 channel) decoder and “Multi Channel” amplifier to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminals. 
Caution
• Depending on your DVD player and DVD-Audio software the copyright protection function may operate and disable optical output.
• External speakers cannot be connected directly to PROG OUT terminals.
• When an ATSC channel is selected, the output from the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack will be Dolby Digital. When an NTSC...

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FAQs, etc.
 Technical Information
Picture mode
• Vivid (default):  Provides enhanced picture contrast and sharpness for viewing in a well-lit 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 picture.
• Custom (Photo):  Customizes each item according to your taste.
  Photo is displayed in JPEG menu.
Side Bar
Do not display a picture in 4:3 mode for an extended period, as this can...

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Maintenance
Display panel
The front of the display panel has been specially treated. Wipe the panel 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 neutral detergent (1 part detergent diluted by 
100 times the amount of water) and then wring the cloth to remove excess liquid. Use this cloth to wipe the surface 
of the display panel, then wipe it evenly with a dry cloth of the same type until the...

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FAQs, etc.
 Specifications Maintenance
TH-42PE7U
Power SourceAC 120 V, 60 HzPower
Consumption
Maximum387 W
Standby condition0.2 W
Plasma Display 
panelDrive methodAC type
Aspect Ratio16:9
Visible screen size
(W × H × Diagonal)
(No. of pixels) 42 ” (Diagonal) 
36.2 ” × 20.4 ” × 41.6 ” 
(922 mm × 518 mm × 1,057 mm)
786,432 (1,024 (W) × 768 (H))[3,072 × 768 dots]
Sound
Audio Output16 W [ 8 W + 8 W ] ( 10 % THD )
Channel Capability
(Digital/Analog)VHF/ UHF:  2 - 69, CATV:  1 - 135
Operating...

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FA Q
Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to resolve the problem.
If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer or Panasonic Service Center for assistance. 
For details (p. 49, 50)
For additional assistance, please contact us via the website at: 
www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
www.panasonic.ca
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SUBSUBMENUMENU
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White spots or
shadow images
(noise)
• Check the position, direction,
and connection of the aerial.
Interference or 
frozen...

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FAQs, etc.
 Frequently Asked Questions
No sound is produced
Sound is unusual
• Are the speakers’ cables connected correctly? (p. 38)
• Is “Sound Mute” active? (p. 17)
• Is the volume set to the minimum?
• Is “Speaker output” set to “Off”? (p. 24)
• Change “SAP” settings. (p. 20)
• Check “HDMI 1 in” or “HDMI 2 in” settings. (p. 24)
• Set “SAP” setting to “Stereo” or “Mono.”
• Check the HDMI device connected to the unit.
• Set the audio setting of the HDMI device to
“Linear PCM.”
• If digital sound...

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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 or Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. (collectively referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the 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 refurbished 
product....

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 Customer Services Directory (for U.S.A.)
 Limited Warranty (for U.S.A.)
Customer Services Directory (for U.S.A.)
Customer Services Directory
Accessory Purchases
Service in 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 visiting our Web 
Site at:
http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport
or, contact us via the web at:...

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Panasonic Canada Inc.
PANASONIC PRODUCT - LIMITED WARRANTY
Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to 
remedy any such defect for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase.
In-home Service will be carried out only to locations accessible by roads and within 50 km of an authorized 
Panasonic service facility.
LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS
This warranty does not apply to products purchased outside Canada or to any product...