Panasonic Progressive Wide Plasma Display Th 42pm50 Operating Instructions

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Operating Instructions 
Progressive Wide Plasma Display
 Model No.  TH-42PM50U
High Defi nition Plasma Display
 Model No.  TH-50PM50U
   TQB2AA0591
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read thes\
e instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
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For assistance, please call : 1-888-VIEW-PTV (843-9788)
  or visit us at www.panasonic.com/contactinfo  (U.S.A.)
For assistance, please call : 787-750-4300
  or visit us at www.panasonic.com  (Puerto Rico) 

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The lightning flash with 
arrow-head 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.
WARNING : To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or 
moisture.
    Do not place liquid containers (flower vase, cups, cosmetics, etc.) above...

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Important Safety Instructions
FCC STATEMENT
    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 harmf\
ul 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 interfer\
ence to...

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For assistance, please call : 1-888-VIEW-PTV (843-9788)
  or visit us at www.panasonic.com/contactinfo  (U.S.A.)
For assistance, please call : 787-750-4300
  or visit us at www.panasonic.com  (Puerto Rico)
Dear Panasonic Customer
Welcome to the Panasonic family of customers. We hope that you will have many years of enjoyment from 
your new Plasma Display.
To obtain maximum benefi t from your set, please read these Instructions before making any adjustments, 
and retain them for future reference.
Retain...

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Safety Precautions
 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
Do not place the Plasma Display on sloped or unstable 
surfaces.
 • The Plasma Display may fall off or tip over.
Do not place any objects on top of the...

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INPUT POWER
MUTE RECALL
VOL
MENU
ASPECT SLEEPRETURN
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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 a weak detergent solution 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 surface is dry.
• Do not...

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Cables that are not included in the package will need to be obtained separately.
The Video/Audio connection between components can be made with shielded video and audio cables. For best 
performance, video cables should utilize 75 ohm coaxial shielded wire. Cables are available from your dealer or 
electronic supply store.
Before you purchase any cables, be sure you know what type of output and input connectors your various components 
require. Also determine the length of cable you will need....

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HDMI Connection
HDMI1 (High Defi nition Multi media Interface) is the fi rst all digital consumer electronics A/V interface that supports
uncompressed standard. The HDMI terminal supports both video and audio...

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Cable Connection
This Display is capable of displaying 1080i, 720p, 480p and 480i...