Panasonic Tx P42ut30 Operating Instructions

Operating Instructions
Plasma Television
English
Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product. 
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.
Model No.
TH-P42UT30D TH-P50UT30D
TH-P42UT30K TH-P50UT30M
TH-P42UT30M TH-P50UT30P
TH-P42UT30P TH-P50UT30Q
TH-P42UT30Q TH-P50UT30V
TH-P42UT30T
TH-P42UT30V
TQB4TC0120
 

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Enjoy rich multimedia
Camcorder
Amplifier with 
Speaker systemVCR
DVD Player
Blu-ray Disc Player DVD RecorderSet top box SD Card
Personal computer
Enjoy viewing 3D images and experience 
an amazing level of multimedia excitement
Sharp pictures with HDMI terminal 
Create home theatre and DVD recorder link-ups with “VIERA Link” 
without complicated settings!
 

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Contents
Be Sure to Read
Safety Precautions ·····································4
(Warning / Caution)
Notes ··························································5
Quick Start Guide
Accessories / Options ·································6
Basic Connection······································10
Identifying Controls ··································· 11
Auto Tuning ··············································13
Basic Features
Using “VIERA Connect” ····························17
Watching TV...

Safety Precautions
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Safety Precautions
Warning
Handling the mains plug and lead
• Insert the mains plug fully into the socket outlet. (If the mains plug is loose, it could generate heat 
and cause fire.)
• Ensure that the mains plug is easily accessible.
• Ensure the earth pin on the mains plug is securely connected to prevent electrical shock.
• An apparatus with CLASS I construction shall be connected to a mains socket outlet with a 
protective earthing connection.
• Do not touch the mains plug with a...

Safety Precautions   |   Notes
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Caution
This appliance is intended for use in tropical climates
When cleaning the TV, remove the mains plug
• Cleaning an energised TV may cause electrical shock.
When the TV is not going to be used for a long period of time, remove the mains plug
• This TV will still consume some power even in the Off mode, as long as the mains plug is still 
connected to a live socket outlet.
Transport only in upright position
• Transporting the TV with its display panel facing upward...

Accessories / Options
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Accessories / Options
Standard accessories
Remote Control
• N2QAYB000586Batteries for the 
Remote Control (2)
• R6 (AA)
Pedestal (p. 7)Ferrite core (2)
(TH-P42UT30Q
TH-P50UT30Q)
• J0KG00000146  (p. 75)
Use the Ferrite cores to comply 
with the EMC standard.
Mains Lead
(
TH-P42UT30K
TH-P42UT30M
TH-P42UT30PTH-P50UT30M
TH-P50UT30P
)(
TH-P42UT30D
TH-P42UT30Q
TH-P50UT30D
TH-P50UT30Q
)
(TH-P42UT30T)(TH-P42UT30V
TH-P50UT30V)
Operating Instructions
• This product contains possibly...

Accessories / Options
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Attaching the pedestal
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 pedestal other than that provided with this TV.
• Otherwise the TV or the display 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 while it is physically damaged, personal injury may result....

Accessories / Options
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Optional accessories
Please contact your nearest Panasonic dealer to purchase the recommended optional accessories. 
For additional details, please refer to the manual of the optional accessories.
Wireless LAN 
Adaptor and 
Extension cable
Please refer to the following web site for usable Wireless LAN Adaptor. 
(English only)
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/tv/
• Additional information for Wireless LAN Adaptor and access point may also be on 
this web site.
Caution
• To use...

Accessories / Options
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Wall-hanging 
bracket
• TY-WK4P1RW
The angle of 
wall-hanging 
bracket can be 
adjusted in “zero 
tilting (vertical)” 
and “5, 10, 15 or 
20-degree tilting” 
for this TV.
(View from the side) Holes for wall-hanging 
bracket installationDepth of screw: 
minimum 15 mm 
maximum 30 mm
Screw Thread Type: M8
Screw for fixing the TV onto the wall-hanging 
bracket (not supplied with the TV)
400 mm
300 mm Rear of the TV
Warning
• Using other wall-hanging brackets, or installing a...

Basic Connection
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Basic Connection
External equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this TV.
Please ensure that the unit is disconnected from the mains socket before attaching or disconnecting any 
leads.
When disconnecting the mains lead, be absolutely sure to disconnect the mains plug at the socket outlet 
first.
Rear of the TV
Mains Lead
Mains lead (supplied)Aerial
RF cable
• To remove from the TV: Push until both 
side tabs clickMake sure that 
the mains lead is 
securely fixed.
tabs
Press...