Panasonic Tx P42ut30 Operating Instructions

							Identifying Controls
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Identifying Controls
About the Operation Guide - On Screen Displays
The operation Guide is displayed at the bottom of the on Screen Displays.
The button used on this screen and manner of operation is displayed.
INFO
TV
EXIT
RETURNRGY BOPTION
Example: Media Player
OPTIONSD Card
EXIT
Select
RETURN
Media Player
  PhotoAll photos
Slideshow View Select Drive Select Contents SelectInfo View
Option MenuOperation 
Guide
TV
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1 Function select
• [Volume] / [Contrast] / [Brightness] / [Colour] / 
[Sharpness] / [Tint] (NTSC signal) / [Bass] 
([Music] or [Speech] mode in the Sound Menu) 
/ [Treble] ([Music] or [Speech] mode in the 
Sound Menu) / [Balance] / [Auto Tuning]
2Channel Up / Down, Value change (when using 
the F button), Switching the TV On
3 Changes the input mode
4 Headphones jack
5 USB 2/3 port
6 SD Card slot
7 HDMI3 terminal
8 AV3 terminals
9 Mains power On / Off switch
• Use to switch the mains power. 
If you turned the TV Off during Standby mode 
by the remote control last time, the TV will be 
in Standby mode when you turn the TV On 
with Mains power On / Off switch.10 Infrared transmitter for 3D Eyewear
• Do not place any objects between the 
transmitter and 3D Eyewear.
11 Remote control signal receiver
• Do not place any objects between the TV remote 
control signal receiver and remote control.
12 C.A.T.S. (Contrast Automatic Tracking 
System) sensor
• Senses brightness to adjust picture quality 
when [Eco Mode] in the Picture Menu is set to 
[On] 
 (p. 34)
13 Power LED
• Red: Standby
Green: On
Orange (flash):  [USB Charge in Standby] is [On]
• When using the remote control, indicates the 
TV has received a command.
 
						

							Identifying Controls
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Remote Control
INFO
TV
EXIT
OPTIONRETURN
TEXT
CHPOWER
F.P.INDEX HOLD
MENU ASPECTTV PC AV
REC
LAST VIEWMUTE
POWER
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SD CARD
INPUT
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1 Standby On / Off switch
• Switches TV On or Off standby
2
3D button  (p. 30)
• Switches to the viewing mode between 2D 
and 3D
3 [Main Menu]  (p. 33)
• Press to access Picture, Sound and Setup 
Menus
4 Information 
 (p. 19)
• Displays channel and programme 
information
5 VIERA TOOLS 
 (p. 32)
• Displays some special feature icons and 
accesses easily
6 [VIERA Link Menu] 
 (p. 70)
• Accesses VIERA Link Menu7OK
• Confirms selections and choices
• Press after selecting channel positions to 
quickly change programme
8 [Option Menu] 
 (p. 19)
• Easy optional setting for viewing, sound, etc.
9 Teletext∗
  (p. 21)
• Switches to teletext mode
10 Favourite Page∗
 
 (p. 21)
• Calls up the teletext page stored in blue 
button.
11 Numeric buttons
• Changes channel and teletext pages
• When in Standby mode, switches TV On
12 Sound Mute
• Switches sound mute On or Off
13 Volume Up / Down
14 Input mode selection
• PC - switches to PC input mode  (p. 23)
• TV - switches to TV mode  (p. 18)
• AV - switches to AV input mode from Input 
Selection list  (p. 23)
15 Aspect 
 (p. 20)
• Changes aspect ratio
16 [VIERA Connect] 
 (p. 17)
•   Displays VIERA Connect home screen
17 Exit
• Returns to the normal viewing screen
18 [Media Player] 
 (p. 48)
• Switches to SD Card and USB device 
viewing / listening mode
19 Cursor buttons
• Makes selections and adjustments
20 Return
• Returns to the previous menu / page
21 Coloured buttons
• Used for the selection, navigation and 
operation of various functions
22 Hold
• Freeze / unfreeze picture  (p. 18)
• Holds the current teletext page (teletext 
mode)∗
  (p. 21)
23 Index∗
 
 (p. 21)
• Returns to the teletext index page (teletext 
mode)
24 Last View 
 (p. 19)
• Switches to previously viewed channel or 
input modes
25 Channel Up / Down
• Selects channel in sequence
26  Connected equipment operations 
 (p. 24, 55)
∗
 Some countries do not provide a teletext service
 
						

							Auto Tuning
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Auto Tuning
INPUTTVAVSD CARD
ASPECTMENU
OPTION
STTLTEXT
GB
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POWER
REC
MUTELAST VIEW
CHVOL
INDEXHOLD
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POWER
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RETURN
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Search and store TV channels automatically.
• These steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed by your local dealer.
1Plug the TV into mains socket and switch On
• You can now use the remote control to turn On the TV or 
switch the TV to Standby mode. (Power LED: On)
2Select your language
OSD LanguageEnglish
IndonesiaFrançais Tiếng Việt set
 select
3Select your country
 
CountryThailandVietnam
Saudi Arabia
United Arab  Emirates
Malaysia India
Others KuwaitIndonesia Singapore set
 select
4Select your areaChannel PlanAsia/W.Europe
NZ/IndonesiaChina CIS/E.Europe
CATV/OtherHong Kong
  access
 select
When selecting CATV / Other, 
press the OK button, and then 
select the Channel Plan from 
Indian CATV, South Africa, 
American System, American 
CATV or Japan.
Auto Tuning starts
Auto Tuning
ScanEXIT
RETURN
CH4
2120 1• Auto Tuning will start to search 
for TV channels and store them. 
The sorted channel order 
depends upon the TV signal, 
the broadcasting system and 
reception conditions.
5    
Setup the network connection
 
Select the network type 
Network Setup
  Select Wired or Wireless
 
Wired 
Wireless  Set later
 
[Wired]:  wired connection  (p. 15)
  [Wireless]:  wireless connection 
 (p. 16)
 access
 select
•  
To setup later on or skip this step 
 
 Select [Set later] or EXIT
 
						

							Auto Tuning
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6Select [Home]
   
 
Please select your viewing environment. 
Home 
Shop∗
 confirm
 select
Auto Tuning is completed
∗Viewing environment mode
Home :   Recommended mode for viewing at home. Select [Home] for optimal picture / power 
consumption. [Viewing Mode] is set as [Normal] (p. 34).
Shop   :   Demonstration mode to explain main features of this TV (for in-store display). [Viewing Mode] is 
set as [Dynamic] (p. 34).
To return to viewing environment selection mode if you selected [Shop]
  Shop
 
You have selected shop mode
RETURN 
Please select your viewing environment. 
Home 
Shop
 
Automatic Demo 
Off 
OnRETURN
• To change viewing environment mode later on, reset all settings by accessing Shipping Condition.  [Shipping Condition] (p. 47)
   
If you connect the Wireless LAN Adaptor later on, the confirmation screen will be displayed for 
the setup
 
Wireless LAN adaptor connected, do you want to 
set it up?
No - Exit
Current network type : Wireless
  No 
Wireless LAN adaptor connection
 
Ye s
•  
To setup the Wireless LAN connection  (p. 63)
 
						

							Auto Tuning
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Setup the network connection
Set up the network connection to enable the network service functions such as VIERA Connect, etc. 
(p. 17, 67).
• To set up the wireless connection, the Wireless LAN Adaptor is required.
• Please note that this TV does not support wireless public access points.
• Ensure the network connections and network environment are completed before starting setup.
1Connect the LAN cable or Wireless LAN Adaptor
To enable the network service functions (VIERA Connect, etc.), you need to connect the TV to a 
broadband network environment.
Internet 
  environment
Internet 
  environment
 
 
Wired connection    
Wireless connection
  Access point
  LAN cable   Wireless LAN Adaptor 
  
“Optional accessories” (p. 8)
•  
Connect to the 
USB 1, 2 or 3 port.
or   Rear of the TV
• If you do not have any broadband network services, please consult your retailer for assistance.
• For more information of the network connections  (p. 59)
2Select [Wired] or [Wireless]
   Network Setup
  Select Wired or Wireless
 
Wired 
Wireless  Set later access
 select
3Start the settings  ■ 
[Wired]
  Select [Auto]
 
  Acquire IP Address 
Auto 
Manual 
 access
 select
•  
To set manually, select [Manual] 
and set each item. 
For details 
 (p. 61) 
  Check network cable connection.
  Check acquired IP address.
  Check for devices using same IP address.
  Check gateway connection.
  Check server connection. 
Connection Test
Automatically setup is done and the test of the 
network connection starts.
 
 : succeeded 
  The test is successful and the TV is 
connected to the network.
 
 : failed
  Check the settings and connections, and 
then select [Retry].
 
						

							Auto Tuning
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3  ■ 
[Wireless]
Select the connection type
Connection TypePlease select network connection type.
WPS(Push button)Search for access point confirm
 select• If your access point supports WPS (Push 
button), then select this option. If not, 
select [Search for access point].
  ■[Search for access point]
Access points found automatically are listed.
Available Access PointsNo.1 Access Point A 11n(2.4GHz)
2 Access Point B 11n(5GHz)
3 Access Point C 11n(5GHz)SSID Wireless type EncryptReception1 Select your desired access point
  access
 select• To search access points again Y
• For the information of the 
highlighted access point INFO
• To set manually (p. 63) R
Encryption Key SettingConnection will be made with the following settings:-
SSID : Access Point A
Authentication type : WPA-PSK
Encryption type : TKIP
Please input the encryption key.
Encryption key2 Access the encryption key input mode
• If the selected access point is not encrypted, the confirmation 
screen will be displayed. It is recommended to select the 
encrypted access point.
ABCDEFGHIJKLMNUVWXYZ0123456abcdefghijklmnuvwxyz()+-.*_
OPQRST789!:#opqrst
Access Point SettingsEncryption key3  Enter the encryption key of the access point 
(Set characters one by one)
 select
 setStoreRETURN
• You can set characters by using numeric buttons.Access Point SettingsEncryption key is set to:-
XXXXXXXX
Select ‘Yes’ to confirm.
Select ‘No’ to change.
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No
4 Select [Yes]
 set
 select
• To re-enter the encryption key, select [No].
•   If the connection has failed, check the encryption key, settings 
and positions of your access point. And then, follow the on 
screen instructions.
  ■[WPS(Push button)]
1) Please press the ‘WPS’ button on the access 
point until its light flashes.
2) When the light is flashing select ‘Connect’ on 
TV.
If you are unsure, please check the instruction 
manual of the access point.WPS(Push button)1) Please press the ‘WPS’ button on the access 
point until its light flashes.
2) When the light is flashing select ‘Connect’ on TV.
If you are unsure, please check the instruction 
manual of the access point.
ConnectPress the WPS button on the access point until the light flashes. 
And then, press the OK button to connect the Wireless LAN 
Adaptor and the access point.
• Ensure that your access point supports WPS for this method.
• WPS: Wi-Fi Protected Setup™
Perform the connection test after the access point setting is finished
  
 
  Check access point connection.
  Check acquired IP address.
  Check for devices using same IP address.
  Check gateway connection.
  Check server connection. 
Connection Test  : succeeded 
  The test is successful and the TV is connected 
to the network.
 
 : failed
  Check the settings and connections, and then 
select [Retry].
•   To set manually, select [Manual] and set each item. 
For details  (p. 63)
4Complete the network connection
(Press twice)
 
						

							Using “VIERA Connect”
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Using “VIERA Connect”
  VIERA Connect is a gateway to the internet services unique to Panasonic and has expanded 
VIERA CAST features greatly.
  VIERA Connect allows you to access some specific websites supported by Panasonic, and enjoy 
internet contents such as photos, videos, games, etc. from VIERA Connect home screen.
•   This TV has no full browser function and all features of websites may not be available.
 
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ASPECTMENU
INFO
OPTION
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MUTELAST VIEW
INDEXHOLD
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RETURN
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  1
 
 
Turn power on
 •  
Mains power On / Off switch should be 
On. (p. 11)
  Every time you turn on the TV, VIERA Connect 
introduction banner appears. The banner is 
subject to change.  Enjoy selected internet content with VIERA Connect. 
  Simply press the OK / INTERNET button
 
2
 
 
Access VIERA Connect
 
While the banner is displayed•  
The button design 
varies depending on the 
remote control.
 
  or
 INTERNET  
  Example:Welcome to VIERA Connect™VIERA Connect™ home screen is subject to change without notice.
The services through VIERA Connect™ are operated by their respective service providers, and service 
may be discontinued either temporarily or permanently without notice. Therefore, Panasonic will make 
no warranty for the content or the continuity of the services.
All features of websites or content of the service may not be available.
Some content may be inappropriate for some viewers. 
Some content may only be available for specific countries and may be presented in specific languages.
ENTER Don’t show this message again
•   Depending on the usage conditions, it may 
take a while to read all the data.
•   Messages might be displayed before 
VIERA Connect home screen.
  Please read these instructions carefully and 
follow the on screen instructions.
  Example: VIERA Connect home screen
 
MORE
BACK
•   To go to the next level  [MORE]
•  
To back to the previous level  [BACK]
  ■ 
To exit from 
VIERA Connect
 
EXIT
•   To set the 
VIERA Connect 
instruction 
banner display off 
 [VIERA Connect 
Banner] (p. 41)
  ■ 
How to operate VIERA Connect (current as of January, 2011)
•  
To move the cursor / select the item•  
To access•  
To return to the previous screen
 
  
RETURN
•   When the key words are displayed on 
colour bar•   When options with 
numbers are displayed •   To return to VIERA Connect 
home screen
 
R G Y B
 
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 INTERNET  
•   Video communication requires an exclusive Communication Camera TY-CC10W.  “Optional accessories” (p. 8)
  For details, read the manual of the Communication Camera.
•  
You can connect a keyboard and a gamepad via USB port for character input and playing games in VIERA Connect.  
You can also operate the TV with a keyboard or a gamepad other than VIERA Connect features. 
For more information  “USB connection” (p. 83)
 
Note
•  
If you cannot access VIERA Connect, check the network connections and settings (p. 15 - 16).
•  
For more information of VIERA Connect  (p. 67)
 
						

							Watching TV
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Watching TV
INFOEXIT
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HOLD
MENU ASPECT
INPUTTV
LAST VIEW
POWER
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• When the TV is 
switched to standby, 
there will be a clicking 
sound after a short 
delay. This is normal.
1
 
  Turn power on•  
Mains power On / Off switch should 
be On. (p. 11)
  ■ 
 
VIERA Connect banner appears
You can access to VIERA Connect and enjoy the 
various contents.
•   To remove this banner, leave for about 5 seconds 
or press any buttons (except the buttons to access 
VIERA Connect).
• To set this banner display off  [VIERA Connect Banner] (p. 41)
2Select  TV mode
3Select a channel
CHup
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number, e.g. 35
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• If one-digit channel number
 (quickly changes the channel)
Other useful functions
Hold
Freeze / unfreeze picture
HOLD
Off Timer
Turn the TV off automatically after a fixed period of time [Off / 15 / 30 / 45 / 60 / 75 / 90 minutes]
1  Display 
the menu 
MENU
2  Select [Timer]3 Select [Off Timer] and set the time
 
  Main Menu
  Picture
  Sound
 
Timer
 
Setup
15
30
45
60
75
90  Off 
minutes 
Off Timer 
Auto Standby
  minutes
  minutes
  minutes
  minutes
  minutes
   access
   select 
[Off Timer]
    store
   select the time
• To cancel  Set to [Off] or turn the TV off.
• To display the remaining time  “Display Information banner” (p. 19)
• When the remaining time is within 3 minutes, the remaining time will 
flash on screen.
 
						

							Watching TV
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Display Information banner
Display Information banner
INFO• Also appears when changing a channel
• To hide  EXIT
, , II ,   Audio mode (p. 79)
 Sound mute On1 - 90 Off Timer remaining time• For settings  (p. 18)
Teletext
(varies depending on the 
broadcasters)
Teletext service available
TV
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CH08
5.5MHz
PAL
16:9Input mode
Channel position
Channel number
Sound system
Colour system
Aspect ratio
Display the selectable settings for the current programme
1  Check or change the current 
programme status instantly2 Select3 Change
OPTION
 access
 select  select / change
 
 store
[Channel Colour Set]
Sets colour density  [Picture Menu] (p. 34)
[Teletext Character Set]
Sets the teletext language 
 [Setup Menu] (p. 41)
[MPX]
Selects multiplex sound (if available) 
 [Sound Menu] (p. 38)
[Volume Correction]
Adjusts the volume of an individual channel or input mode 
 [Sound Menu] (p. 37)
Last view
Switch to previously viewed channel or input mode easily
LAST VIEW• Press again to return to the present view.
Note
• Watching less than 10 seconds is not regarded as the previously viewed channel or input mode.
 
						

							Watching TV
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Change aspect ratio
Enjoy viewing the image at its optimum size and aspect.
Press repeatedly until you reach the desired mode
ASPECT 
  ■If Aspect Selection list is displayed
1  Display Aspect Selection list2  While the list is displayed, select the mode ASPECTAspect Selection 
16:9 
14:9
  Just
  4:3
  4:3 Full
  Zoom1
  Zoom2
Zoom3
  Select
EXIT
RETURN   Change
 
Aspect Selection 
16:9 
14:9
  Just
  4:3
  4:3 Full
  Zoom1
  Zoom2
  Zoom3 change
 select
[16:9] [14:9] [Just]Directly displays 
the image at 16:9 
without distortion 
(anamorphic).Displays the image 
at the standard 14:9 
without distortion.Displays a 4:3 image 
full-screen. Stretching 
is only noticeable at the 
left and right edges.
[4:3] [4:3 Full] [Zoom1]Displays the image 
at the standard 4:3 
without distortion.Displays a 4:3 image 
enlarged horizontally 
to fit the screen.
• HD signal only
Displays a 16:9 
letterbox or 4:3 image 
without distortion.
[Zoom2] [Zoom3]
Displays a 16:9 
letterbox (anamorphic) 
image full-screen 
without distortion.Displays a 2.35:1 letterbox (anamorphic) image 
full-screen without distortion. At 16:9, displays the 
image at its maximum (with slight enlargement).
Note
• Only [16:9] and [4:3] are available in PC input mode.
• Aspect is fixed to [16:9] when [Viewing Mode] is set to [Game] in the Picture Menu.
• Not available in teletext service.
• Aspect mode can be memorised separately for each SD (Standard definition) and HD (High definition) 
signals.
Change OSD language
You can change language for on screen displays.
1  Display 
the menu
MENU
2  Select [Setup]3  Select [OSD Language]
 
  Main Menu
  Picture
  Sound
  Timer
 
Setup
 access
 select1/2
Eco Navigation
Child Lock
Tuning Menu
OSD Language  Display Settings
VIERA Link Settings
  Network Setup
DivX® VOD
System Menu  Access
 access
 select
4  Select the language and set
OSD LanguageEnglish
IndonesiaFrançais Tiếng Việt set
 select