Th42px74ea PDF
Th42px74ea PDF
Th42px74ea PDF
Plasma Television
Model No.
TH-42PX74EA
INPUT
EXIT
RETURN
TV
English
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.
Any functions related to DVB (Digital Video Broadcasting) will work in areas where
DVB-T (MPEG2) digital terrestrial broadcasting are received. Consult your local
Panasonic dealer with coverage areas.
DVB functions may not be available in some countries.
This TV has the capability for DVB specifications. But future DVB services cannot be
guaranteed.
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Contents
Be Sure to Read
Safety Precautions 4
(Warning / Caution)
Notes 5
Maintenance 5
Personal
computer
DVD Recorder
VCR
DVD player
Watching TV 14
Watching Videos and DVDs 16
Viewing Teletext 18
Viewing
Amplifier with
Speaker system
Camcorder
Advanced Features
How to Use Menu Functions 20
(picture, sound quality, etc.)
DVB Settings (DVB) 24
(pay-TV, software update, time adjustment)
Editing Channels 26
Tuning Channels 28
Restore Settings 31
Input Labels 32
Displaying PC Screen on TV 33
Q-Link Functions 34
HDMI Functions 35
(HDMI terminal / VIERA Link)
External Equipment 38
Technical Information 40
FAQs 44
Licence 46
Specifications 47
FAQs, etc.
FAQs, etc.
Advanced
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 grounding 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 wet hand. (This may cause electrical shock.)
Do not use any mains lead other than that provided with this TV. (This may cause fire or electrical shock.)
Do not damage the mains lead. (A damaged lead may cause fire or electrical shock.)
Do not move the TV with the lead plugged in the socket outlet.
Do not place a heavy object on the lead or place the lead near a high-temperature object.
Do not twist the lead, bend it excessively, or stretch it.
Do not pull on the lead. Hold onto the mains plug body when disconnecting lead.
Do not use a damaged mains plug or socket outlet.
Notes
Caution
Minimum distance
10
10
10
Electronic equipment
In particular, do not place video equipment near the
TV (electromagnetic interference may distort images
/ sound).
Equipment with an infrared sensor
This TV also emits infrared rays (this may affect
operation of other equipment).
(cm)
Maintenance
First, remove the mains plug from the socket outlet.
Display panel
Regular care: Gently wipe the surface clean of dirt by using a soft cloth.
Major contamination: Wipe the surface clean using a soft cloth dampened with clean water or diluted neutral
detergent by 100 times of water. Then, using a soft dry cloth, evenly wipe the surface clean until it is dry.
Caution
The surface of the display panel has been specially treated and may be easily damaged.
Do not tap or scratch the surface with your fingernail or other hard object.
Use care not to subject the surface to bug repellent, solvent, thinner, or other volatile substances
(this may degrade surface quality).
Cabinet
Regular care: Wipe the surface clean using a soft dry cloth.
Major contamination: Dampen a soft cloth with clean water or water containing a small amount of neutral detergent.
Then, wring the cloth and wipe the surface clean with it. Finally, wipe the surface clean with a dry cloth.
Caution
Mains plug
Wipe the mains plug with a dry cloth at regular intervals. (Moisture and dust may lead to fire or electrical shock.)
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Accessories / Options
Standard accessories
Remote Control
Transmitter
EUR7737Z50
R6 (UM3)
TV
Operating
Instructions
Pan European
Guarantee Card
Pedestal (ST-42D2-WK)
TBL0E0007
For installation
Rear of the TV
Hook
p. 7 and p. 8
Close
1. Attach the clamper
hole
snaps
Keep pushing
both side snaps
Caution
hooks
To loosen:
knob
Keep pushing
the knob
Optional accessories
Pedestal
TY-ST42D1-WG
TY-ST42D1-WK
TY-ST42D2-WG
Plasma TV stand
TY-S42PX70WK
Wall-hanging
bracket
(vertical)
TY-WK42PV3W
(angle)
TY-WK42PR2W
TY-WK42PR3W
Caution
In order to maintain the units performance and safety, be absolutely sure to ask your dealer or a licenced
contractor to secure the wall-hanging brackets.
Carefully read the instructions accompanying the plasma TV stand or pedestal, and be absolutely sure to take
steps to prevent the TV from tipping over.
Handle the TV carefully during installation since subjecting it to impact or other forces may cause product damage.
Caution
Note
Maintenance
Wipe the surfaces with a soft, dry cloth. If the pedestal is particularly dirty, clean it using a cloth soaked with water to
which a small amount of neutral detergent has been added, and then wipe with a dry cloth.
Do not use products such as solvents, thinner or household wax for cleaning, as they can damage the surface coating.
(If using a chemically-treated cloth, follow the instructions supplied with the cloth.)
Do not attach sticky tape or labels, as they can make the surface of the pedestal dirty. Do not allow long-term
contact with rubber, vinyl products or the like. (Doing so will cause deterioration.)
Band (2)
M5 30
M5 16
Base
Pole
( )
Front
Pole
Pole
Pole
( )
Front
Forcing the assembly screws the wrong way will strip the threads.
Securing the TV
to fasten securely.
Use the assembly screws
Carry out work on a horizontal and level surface.
Label
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To loosen:
Band (2)
Screw (2)
Clamp (2)
Nominal diameter 4 mm 12
Securing to a base
Securing to a wall
Remove
Attach
Identifying Controls
Changes the input mode
Function select
Mains power
On / Off switch
Increases or decreases
the programme position
by one. When a function
is already displayed,
press to increase or
decrease the selected
function. When in
Standby mode, switches
TV On.
PULL
Remote control
signal receiver
Power LED
Standby: red
On: green
EXIT
Option menu
Sets the preferred settings of viewing
and sound options easily (p. 15)
EXIT (Returns to TV screen)
RETURN
Main Menu
Press to access VIERA Link, Picture,
Sound and Setup menus (p. 20)
Identifying Controls
Installation of the pedestal
DIRECT TV Recording
DVB LED
Volume
TV
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.
Example 1
Connecting aerial
Example 2
Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR
TV only
Rear of the TV
Aerial
Rear of the TV
Aerial
AC 220-240 V
50 / 60 Hz
COMPONENT VIDEO
AV 1
HDMI 1 AV
RGB
VIDEO
S VIDEO
RF
cable
COMPONENT VIDEO
HDMI 2
AV 1
AV 2
AUDIO
RGB
VIDEO
AC 220-240 V
50 / 60 Hz
HDMI 2
AV 2
AUDIO
AUDIO
PC
AUDIO
IN
HDMI 1 AV
RGB
VIDEO
S VIDEO
RGB
VIDEO
AUDIO
PC
AUDIO
IN
SCART cable
(fully wired)
RF cable
RF IN
RF OUT
RF cable
10
Note
Connect to AV1 / 2 for a DVD Recorder / VCR supporting Q-Link (p. 34).
Example 3
Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR and Set top box
TV, DVD Recorder / VCR and Set top box
Rear of the TV
Clamper
To unfasten
RF cable
COMPONENT VIDEO
HDMI 2
AV 1
HDMI 1 AV
AV 2
AUDIO
RGB
VIDEO
S VIDEO
Basic Connection
AC 220-240 V
50 / 60 Hz
RGB
VIDEO
Aerial
AUDIO
PC
AUDIO
IN
RF cable
RF OUT
RF IN
SCART cable
(fully wired)
DVD Recorder
or VCR
RF cable
SCART cable
(fully wired)
RF OUT
SCART cable
(fully wired)
RF IN
RF cable
RF IN
11
Auto Setup
Search and store TV channels automatically.
These steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed by your local dealer.
EXIT
select
Mensprache
Deutsch
English
Franais
Italiano
etina
Slovenina
Srpski
INPUT
Nederlands
Suomi
Trke
Portugus
Hrvatski
Romn
Polski
Espaol
Norsk
Dansk
Svenska
Magyar
Slovenina
store
select
Country
Germany
Austria
France
Italy
Spain
Portugal
Netherlands
RETURN
Poland
Czech
Hungary
E.Eu
Denmark
Sweden
Norway
Finland
Belgium
Switzerland
Greece
5
2
78
Channel
Service Name
62
CBBC Channel
62
BBC Radio Wales
62
BBC Radio Cymru
62
E4
62
Cartoon Nwk
CH 29
CH 33
BBC1
This will take about 3 mins.
69
41
Type
DVB
DVB
DVB
DVB
DVB
Analogue
Analogue
Quality
10
10
10
10
10
-
EXIT
RETURN
DOWNLOAD IN PROGRESS
PLEASE WAIT
Programme : 63
Remote control unavailable
TV
Dynamic
Normal
Cinema
select
set
12
To edit channels
Editing Channels (p. 26)
Analogue Programme Edit (p. 29)
Many features available on this TV can be accessed via the On Screen Display
menu.
Access the menu / store settings after adjustments have been made or options
have been set
RETURN
Auto Setup
Exit the menu system and return to the normal viewing screen
Using the
On Screen
Displays
Sound Menu
Mode
Bass
Treble
Balance
Surround
Volume Correction
MPX
Reset to Default
Select
Music
Off
Stereo
Set
EXIT
Change
RETURN
On-screen operation
guide will help you.
Note
If tuning has failed Auto Setup (p. 29).
If downloading has failed Download (p. 23).
If you turned the TV Off during Standby mode last time, the TV will be in Standby mode when you turn the TV On
with Mains power On / Off switch.
13
Watching TV
INPUT
Turn power on
EXIT
RETURN
1 BBS
Corontation Street
20 : 00 ~ 20 : 55
23:35
Now
Profile 1
Change category
For info press
Information banner
You can also select the mode using the TV button on the front panel
of the TV.
Volume
Select a channel
up
or
down
TV
14
Note
To watch pay-TV
(p. 25)
6
7
8
1
2
3
4
Cartoon Nwk
BBC Radio Wales
BBC Radio Cymru
BBC ONE Wales
BBC THREE
BBCi
CBBC Channel
Select
Connect
EXIT
Page up/down
RETURN
select programme
select page
watch
Hold
Display
subtitles
STTL
change
To change
select
Subtitle Language (DVB mode)
Possible if the programme has some languages of subtitles
Multi Audio (DVB mode)
Possible if the programme has some languages of sounds
Teletext Language
Setup Menu (p. 23)
MPX (Analogue mode)
Sound Menu (p. 22)
Volume Correction
Adjusts volume of individual channel or input mode
Display the
current
programme
status
Viewing
Note
Also possible to change the settings in Menu list (p. 22 and p. 23).
Current time
Display
information
banner
Profile 1
23:35
Change category
Corontation Street
To change the category
DVB: Programme
20 : 00 ~ 20 : 55
For info press
Now
Start / Finish time
45
Bad Signal Encrypted
Features available
Analogue: Programme Sound
Teletext
Off timer
Scrambled
Status
mute
broadcasting Subtitle
Stereo sound / multiple audio
Weak TV signal
EXIT
Aspect selection
Auto
16:9
14:9
Just
4:3
4:3 Full
Zoom1
Zoom2
Zoom3
Change
aspect
ratio
blue
Watching TV
1 BBS
Category
Programme
Select
Change
EXIT
RETURN
Store
15
Turn the TV on
INPUT
EXIT
RETURN
Input Selection
AV1
AV2/AV2S
COMPONENT
PC
HDMI1
HDMI2
TV
watch
select
You can also select the input using the AV button on the remote
control or the front panel of the TV.
Press the button repeatedly until the desired input is selected.
You can label or skip each input modes Input Labels (p. 32)
View
Displays the selected mode
TV
To return to TV
16
Note
If the external equipment has an aspect adjustment function, set to 16:9.
For details, see the manual of the equipment or ask your local dealer.
Panasonic equipment connected to the TV can be directly operated with the remote control.
Record
Start recording
Code
10 (default)
11
DVD button
Equipment
DVD
Player home theatre
Press
Programme Up / Down
Select programme
Pause
Pause / Restart
DVD: Press and hold to play at slow speed
Viewing
Code
70 (default)
71
Note
Confirm correct operation after the code changed.
The codes will be reset to default values if batteries are replaced.
DVD means DVD player, DVD recorders and Recorder home theatre.
Some operations may not be possible on some equipment models.
17
Viewing Teletext
You can enjoy teletext broadcasting, including news, weather forecasts and subtitles, if this service is
provided by the broadcasters.
What is FLOF (FASTEXT) mode?
In FLOF mode, four differently coloured subjects are situated at the bottom of the screen. To access more
information about one of these subjects, press the appropriately coloured button. This facility enables fast access to
information on the subjects shown.
TOP is a particular improvement of the standard teletext service that results in an easier search and effective guide.
Fast overview of the teletext information available
Easy to use step-by-step selection of the topical subject
Page status information at the bottom of the screen
red green
blue
yellow
In List mode, four differently coloured page numbers are situated at the bottom of the screen. Each of these
numbers can be altered and stored in the TVs memory. (Store frequently viewed pages, p. 19)
To change mode
INPUT
Switch to Teletext
EXIT
Displays Index
(content varies
depending on the
broadcasters)
<< 01 02 03 04 05 06 07
Current
page
number
>>
17:51 28 Feb
Time / date
TELETEXT
INFORMATION
Colour bar
RETURN
STTL
or
or
down
To adjust contrast
To return to TV
Using teletext conveniently
Reveal
hidden
data
red
Re-hide
red
(TOP)
FULL /
TOP /
BOTTOM
green
18
(BOTTOM)
Normal (FULL)
HOLD
INDEX
To resume
Return to the main index page
Call up a
favourite
pages
View in
multi
window
STTL
(Press twice)
Corresponding
colour button
Viewing
Store
frequently
viewed
pages
As page is
displayed
press
and
hold
Viewing Teletext
View sub page (Only when teletext is more than one page)
Appears at upper-left
corner of the screen
View sub
page
blue
example: P6
Sub pages:
The number of sub pages varies depending on the broadcasters (up to 79 pages).
It may take some time for searching, during which time you can watch TV.
Watch
TV while
waiting
for update
yellow
Appears
when
updating is
completed
yellow
View the
updated
page
The news page provides a function that indicates arrival of latest news (News Flash).
19
INPUT
EXIT
access
Main Menu
VIERA Link
Picture
select
Sound
RETURN
Setup
Viewing Mode
Contrast
Brightness
Colour
Sharpness
Tint
Colour Balance
Colour Management
P-NR
1/2
Dynamic
select
Warm
Off
Off
Adjust or select
Picture Menu
Viewing Mode
Contrast
Brightness
Colour
Sharpness
Tint
Colour Balance
Colour Management
P-NR
1/2
Dynamic
change
store or access
(Required by some
functions)
Warm
Off
Off
TV
To return to TV
at any time
EXIT
To return to the
previous screen
RETURN
Changed
Moved
Note
To initialize all settings
Shipping Condition
(p. 31)
20
Access
Normal
Overview
Main Menu
VIERA Link
Picture
Recorder
Home Cinema
(p. 37)
Sound
Setup
Picture Menu
Viewing Mode
Contrast
Brightness
Colour
Sharpness
Tint
Colour Balance
Colour Management
P-NR
1/2
Dynamic
Warm
Off
Off
Picture Menu
2/2
Off
Off
Set
MPEG NR
3D-COMB
Reset to Default
(p. 22)
1/2
Sound Menu
Mode
Bass
Treble
Balance
Surround
Volume Correction
Preferred Multi Audio
MPX
HDMI1 Input
Music
Off
English
Stereo
Auto
Sound Menu
Reset to Default
2/2
Set
(p. 22)
Q-Link Settings
Setup Menu
Auto
Access
Access
Access
Access
Access
Off
Access
TOP
Setup Menu
Shipping Condition
Common Interface
System Update
Power Save
Side Panel
Input Labels
Banner Display Timeout
VIERA Link
Time Zone
AV2
DVB
Access
(p. 23)
Tuning Menu
2/3
Access
Access
Access
Off
Off
Access
3 seconds
On
Auto
Setup Menu
Refresh Rate
Software License
System Information
Q-Link
AV2 out
Download
Auto Setup
Analogue Programme Edit
DVB Manual Tuning
Analogue Manual Tuning
Add New DVB Services
New Service Message
DVB Signal Condition
Access
Access
Access
Access
Access
On
Off
Access
Advanced
AV Colour System
DVB Profile Edit
DVB Service List
Q-Link Settings
Child Lock
Tuning Menu
Off Timer
Language
Teletext
1/3
(p. 28)
3/3
100Hz
Access
Access
(p. 23)
21
Menu
VIERA Link
Speaker Selection
Viewing Mode
Contrast, Brightness, Adjusts colour, brightness, etc. for each picture mode to suit your taste
Colour, Sharpness
Picture
Sound
22
Tint
Colour Balance
Chooses the colour balance of the entire image (Cool / Normal / Warm)
Colour Management
P-NR
MPEG NR
Automatically reduces noise for watching DTV, DVD and VCD (Off / Min / Mid / Max)
3D-COMB
Automatically makes still pictures and slow pictures look more vivid (Off / On)
For PAL or NTSC signal reception only
Not valid on RGB, S-Video, components, PC and HDMI
Reset to Default
Press the OK button to reset the present Picture Mode to the default settings
Mode
Bass
Treble
Balance
Surround
Volume Correction
Preferred Multi Audio Selects the preferred language for DVB multi audio (depending on the broadcaster)
MPX
HDMI1 Input
Select to fit the input signal (Auto / Digital / Analogue) (p. 35)
Auto
: Automatic detection of digital or analogue sound source
Digital
: HDMI cable connection
Analogue : HDMI-DVI adapter cable connection
HDMI input mode only
HDMI2 terminal is for digital signal only
No setting for HDMI2 available
Reset to Default
Press the OK button to reset the present Sound Mode to the default settings
Menu list
Item
Menu
AV Colour System
Q-Link Settings
Q-Link
Selects which AV terminal is to be used for data communication between this TV and a
compatible recording equipment (AV1 / AV2) (p. 34)
Download
Setup
Language
Teletext
Language
Preferred Subtitles
Selects the preferred language for DVB subtitles (depending on the broadcaster)
To display subtitles p. 15
Teletext display mode (TOP (FLOF) / List) (p. 18)
Resets all settings, for example, when moving house (p. 31)
Uses to watch pay-TV (p. 25)
Downloads new software to TV (p. 25)
Reduces brightness of picture to economise on power consumption (Off / On)
Side Panel
Increases the brightness of the side panel (Off / Low / Mid / High)
The recommended setting is High to prevent panel image retention
Input Labels
Banner Display
Timeout
VIERA Link
Time Zone
Advanced
Tuning Menu
Child Lock
Auto Setup
Analogue
Programme Edit
DVB Manual
Tuning
Analogue
Manual Tuning
Add New DVB
Services
New Service
Message
DVB Signal
Condition
Off Timer
OSD Language
Teletext
Shipping Condition
Common Interface
System Update
Power Save
Sets how long the information banner (p. 15) stays on screen
0 (No display) to 10 sec. in 1-sec. increments
Refresh Rate
Changes the image processing of the panel (depending on the input signal) (50Hz / 100Hz)
Set to 100Hz normally
Software License
System Information
23
If in Analogue mode
Select Setup
Select DVB
INPUT
EXIT
RETURN
access
Main Menu
VIERA Link
Picture
select
Sound
Setup
Common Interface
System Update
Power Save
Side Panel
PowerLabels
Input
Save
Side Panel
Banner
Display Timeout
VIERA Link
Time Zone
TV
To return to TV
EXIT
24
Set
2/3
Access
Access
Off
Off
Off
3
Off
seconds
Off
On
Auto
access
select
The Common Interface Module menu provides access to software contained on Common
Interface (CI) Modules.
This TV receiver works only Pay TV modules complying with CI standard.
Caution
CI slot
Insert or
remove
straightly
and
completely
CI module
Rear of the TV
Slot 1:
Off
Module inserted
access
2 of 2
Common
Interface
Pay-TV
If System Update is performed, the software will be updated (it may change TV
functions). If you do not wish to do so, set Auto Update Search in Standby to Off.
System
Update
set
select
To update immediately
Select
System Update Search Now
Searches for an
update (for several
min.) and displays
a corresponding
message if any
access
select
Adjust the
time data
automatically
Advanced
Update
TV's
software
system
Download
Time Zone
set
select
Auto
25
Editing Channels
You can make your favourite channel lists, skip unwanted channels and control channel audience.
INPUT
EXIT
Select Setup
RETURN
access
Main Menu
VIERA Link
Picture
select
Sound
Setup
To return to TV
EXIT
26
Set
1/3
access
Access
Access
Access
Off
Off
TOP
select
Create your favourite channel list (Profile) from various broadcasters (up to 4: Profile 1 to 4).
The list is displayed in information banner (p. 15) and then easily accessed.
A channel is added
List
favourite
channels
DVB
Profile Edit
Profile Editor
Profile 1
green
To display
another Profile
select
1
7
14
70
72
105
719
720
Profile 1
1 BBC One Wales
yellow
blue
To edit Profile
(DVB mode)
red
green
yellow
Store
Confirm green
blue
You can hide unwanted services. The deleted services cannot be displayed except in this function.
Use this function to skip unwanted services.
DVB
Service
List
(DVB mode)
CBBC Channel
Cartoon Nwk
BBCi
BBC Radio Wales
BBC Radio Cymru
BBC ONE Wales
BBC THREE
select
Editing Channels
Skip
unwanted
channels
:add
:delete (skip)
You can lock specific channels and control who watches them.
(When a channel is selected, a message appears; by entering the PIN number, you can
watch the channel.)
Child Lock-PIN Entry
1 of 2
* * * *
To cancel
Select the locked channel
access
Child Lock
Control
channel
audience
Advanced
Access
select
Child Lock
1
7
14
70
72
105
719
720
Service Name
BBC One Wales
BBC THREE
E4
CBBC Channel
Cartoon Nwk
BBCi
BBC Radio Wales
BBC Radio Cymru
Type
DVB
DVB
DVB
DVB
DVB
DVB
DVB
DVB
select
set
Lock
yellow
blue
Note
Setting Shipping Condition (p. 31) erases the PIN number and all settings.
27
Tuning Channels
You can re-tune all TV channels when moving house or search for new services which may have recently
started broadcasting.
INPUT
EXIT
RETURN
Select Setup
access
Main Menu
VIERA Link
Picture
select
Sound
Setup
4
5
TV
To return to TV
EXIT
28
1/3
Access
Off
access
select
TOP
Select a function
access
Tuning Menu
Auto Setup
Analogue Programme Edit
DVB Manual Tuning
Analogue Manual Tuning
Add New DVB Services
New Service Message
DVB Signal Condition
Set
Access
Access
Access
Access
Access
On
Off
Access
select
Automatically set the DVB and Analogue channels received in the area.
If a Child Lock PIN number (p. 27) has been set, it must be entered.
Auto Setup
Digital Scan
Analogue Scan
RETURN
5
2
78
Channel
Service Name
62
CBBC Channel
62
BBC Radio Wales
62
BBC Radio Cymru
62
E4
62
Cartoon Nwk
CH 29
CH 33
BBC1
This will take about 3 mins.
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Type
DVB
DVB
DVB
DVB
DVB
Analogue
Analogue
Quality
10
10
10
10
10
-
To return to TV
To change channel number
Analogue Manual Tuning (p. 30)
CH33
123
SC1
Auto
CH21
XYZ
SC1
Auto
CH21
FTP
SC1
Auto
CH60
SC1
Auto
CH21
SC1
Auto
456
select
Name
Channel
Cursor
Edit
Edit
Analogue
channels
Delete
Add
Move
Change
name
Change
sound
system
Change
colour
system
To add
To move
red
23:35
yellow
Select new
position
red
Profile 1
Change category
yellow
green
green
CH33
123
SC1
Auto
CH21
XYZ
SC1
Auto
CH21
FTP
SC1
Auto
CH60
SC1
Auto
CH21
SC1
Auto
456
red
RETURN
Advanced
Analogue
Programme
Edit
To delete
3 FTP
Corontation Street
CH05 SC1 PAL
Tuning Channels
Store
CH33
123
SC1
Auto
CH21
XYZ
SC1
Auto
CH21
FTP
SC1
Auto
CH60
SC1
Auto
CH21
SC1
Auto
456
Select the
Sound Sys. field
Select
sound system
SC1 :
SC2 :
SC3 :
F:
PAL B, G, H / SECAM B, G
PAL I
PAL D, K / SECAM D, K
SECAM L / L
CH33
123
SC1
Auto
CH21
XYZ
SC1
Auto
CH21
FTP
SC1
Auto
CH60
SC1
Auto
CH21
SC1
Auto
456
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Tuning Channels
Set DVB
channel
manually
Normally use Auto Setup or Add New DVB Services for the DVB channel setting.
If tuning has not done completely, use this function.
DVB Manual Tuning
[CH21]
Frequency
Signal Quality
Signal Strength
Prog.
Channel
474,00 MHz
10
10
0
0
Net ID.
Service Name
TS ID.
Quality
DVB Manual
Tuning
Stopped
select channel
adjust frequency
(set where the level of Signal Quality
becomes the maximum)
search
Fine Tuning
Use to make small adjustments to the tuning of an individual channel (affected by weather
conditions, etc.)
Set Analogue
channel
manually
Analogue
Manual Tuning
Manual Tuning
[CH33]
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Add
DVB channel
automatically
Add New
DVB Services
Display a
notification
message
Any new services found will be added to the DVB Service List (p. 27) automatically.
Add New DVB Services
Please wait!
Prog.
DVB Signal
Condition
Service Name
Net ID.
TS ID.
Quality
Selects whether to give a notification message when a new DVB service is found. (Off / On)
New DVB service found!
Press OK to add new service.
Press EXIT to lgnore.
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New Service
Message
Check
DVB signal
Channel
ZDF
ARD
10
Signal Quality:
Green bar Good
Yellow bar Poor
Red bar Bad (Check the aerial)
Restore Settings
Resets the TV to its original condition, i.e. no channels tuned in.
All settings (channels, picture, sound quality, etc.) are reset.
Select Setup
INPUT
EXIT
RETURN
access
Main Menu
VIERA Link
Picture
select
Sound
Setup
EXIT
1/3
select
Off
TOP
Access
Set
Shipping Condition
set
Advanced
Restore
Settings
access
Restore Settings
Tuning Channels
To return to TV
Setup Menu
EXIT
RETURN
Shipping
Condition
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Input Labels
For easier identification and selection of the input mode, you can label each input terminals or skip
terminal that is not connected to any equipment.
(To select the input mode p. 16)
Select Setup
INPUT
EXIT
RETURN
access
Main Menu
VIERA Link
Picture
select
Sound
Setup
TV
access
2/3
Common Interface
System Update
Power Save
Side Panel
Input Labels
Banner Display Timeout
VIERA Link
Time Zone
Off
Off
Access
3 seconds
On
Auto
select
AV1
AV2/AV2S
COMPONENT
PC
HDMI1
HDMI2
To return to TV
EXIT
DVD
AV2/AV2S
COMPONENT
PC
HDMI1
HDMI2
set
select
The labels you set will be displayed in Input Selection menu (p. 16) or banner.
If Skip is selected, you cannot select the mode.
User input
Set characters
Store
select
User Input
select
access
Name
A B C D E
U V W X Y
a b c d e
u v w x y
F G H I
Z
0 1
f g h i
z ( ) +
J
2
j
-
K
3
k
.
L M N O P Q R S
4 5 6 7 8 9 ! :
l m n o p q r s
* _
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T
#
t
set
RETURN
Displaying PC Screen on TV
The screen of the PC connected to the TV can be displayed on the TV.
You can also listen to PC sound with the audio cable connected. To connect PC (p. 38)
INPUT
Select PC
EXIT
RETURN
access
Input Selection
AV1
AV2/AV2S
COMPONENT
PC
HDMI1
HDMI2
TV
select
To return to TV
Menu
To make settings
Item
to
Picture
W/B High B
Gamma
H-pos
Setup
PC
Setup
Clock Phase
Sync
Other items
Advanced
Clock
and
repeatedly adjusted
W/B Low B
Input
Resolution
(p. 20)
W/B High R
Advanced
W/B Low R
PC
Settings
Displaying PC Screen on TV
Input Labels
p. 22 and p. 23
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Q-Link Functions
Q-Link connects the TV and VCR / DVD recorder, enables easy recording and playback.
Condition
Features available
Some recording equipments are not applicable. Read the manuals of the equipment.
INPUT
Direct TV Recording:
Recording the current programme in VCR / DVD recorder
immediately.
DIRECT TV REC
EXIT
What you
see is
What you
record
RETURN
Information
/ Message
Power
on link
and Easy
playback
When VCR or DVD recorder starts playback or direct navigator / function menu
for the equipment are activated, the TV is turned on and input mode is switched
automatically so that you can view the content. (Only when TV is in Standby mode.)
Power off
link
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HDMI Functions
HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) allows you to enjoy high-definition digital images and highquality sound by connecting the TV and the equipment.
HDMI-compatible equipment (1) with an HDMI or DVI output terminal, such as a set top box or a DVD
player, can be connected to the HDMI terminal using an HDMI compliant (fully wired) cable.
About connections, see External Equipment (p. 38).
HDMI is the worlds first complete digital consumer AV interface complying with a non-compression standard.
If the external equipment has only a DVI output, connect to the HDMI1 terminal via a DVI to HDMI adapter cable (2).
When the DVI to HDMI adapter cable is used, connect the audio cable to the audio input terminal (HDMI1: use
COMPONENT-AUDIO terminals).
Audio settings can be made on the HDMI1 Input menu screen. (p. 22)
Applicable audio signal sampling frequencies (2ch L.PCM): 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 32 kHz
HDMI2 terminal is for digital audio signal only.
Use with a PC is not assumed.
If the connected equipment has an aspect adjustment function, set the aspect ratio to 16:9.
These HDMI connectors are type A.
These HDMI connectors are compatible with HDCP (High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection) copyright
protection.
An equipment having no digital output terminal may be connected to the input terminal of either Component,
S-VIDEO, or Video to receive analogue signals.
The HDMI input terminal can be used with only the following image signals:
480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720p, 1080i and 1080p. Match the output setting of the digital equipment.
For details of the applicable HDMI signals, see p. 43.
(1): The HDMI logo is displayed on HDMI-compliant equipment.
(2): Enquire at your local digital equipment retailer shop.
Connecting with an HDMI cable to Panasonic equipment with VIERA Link function, you can control the equipment
(p. 36). You can use VIERA Link and Q-Link functions together.
Connection
Q-Link only
(SCART)
Easy playback
Power on link
Speaker control
O
(not via SCART)
O
(not via SCART)
Direct TV Recording
O
(not via HDMI)
O
(not via HDMI)
Advanced
Function
HDMI Functions
Q-Link Functions
Note
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HDMI Functions
VIERA Link
ControlTM
Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with Panasonic products which have HDAVI Control function.
This TV supports HDAVI Control 2 function.
Connections to some Panasonic equipment (DVD Recorder DIGA, HD Video Camera, Player theatre,
Amplifier, etc.) with HDMI cables allow you to interface them automatically.
The equipment with HDAVI Control function enables the following operations:
Easy playback (p. 37)
Power on link (p. 37)
Power off link (p. 37)
Speaker control (p. 37)
In addition, the equipment with HDAVI Control 2 function enables the following operation:
Easy control only with VIERA remote control (p. 37)
These features are limited to models incorporating Panasonics HDAVI Control and VIERA Link.
VIERA Link HDAVI Control, based on the control functions provided by HDMI which is an industry
standard known as HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control), is a unique function that we have
developed and added. As such, its operation with other manufacturers equipment that supports HDMI
CEC cannot be guaranteed.
Refer to individual manuals for compatibility information. About applicable equipment, consult your local
Panasonic dealer.
HDMI cable
This function needs an HDMI compliant (fully wired) cable. Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilized.
It is recommended that you use Panasonics HDMI cable. Recommended part number:
RP-CDHG15 (1.5 m)
RP-CDHG30 (3.0 m)
RP-CDHG50 (5.0 m)
Preparations
Setup the equipment to enable this function. Read the manuals of the equipment.
About connections, see External Equipment (p. 39). Read the manuals of the equipment too.
For the first time / When adding new equipment, reconnecting equipment or changing setup
After connection turn the equipment on and then switch the TV on.
Select the input mode to HDMI1 or HDMI2 (p. 16), and make sure that an image is displayed
correctly.
INPUT
Select Setup
EXIT
RETURN
access
Main Menu
VIERA Link
Picture
select
Sound
Setup
36
Common Interface
System Update
Power Save
Off
Side Panel
Off
Input Labels
Off
Banner Display Timeout 3
Offseconds
VIERA Link
Off
On
Time Zone
Auto
Set to On
(default is On)
2/3
select
set
Easy
control
only with
VIERA
remote
control
RETURN
Recorder
Home Cinema
EXIT
select
Select the
equipment you
want to access
access
OPTION
select
Example:
DVD Recorder DIGA
HD Video Camera
FUNCTION MENU
Start
ALL
Playback
Listen
Recording
Watch
Import/Record
Delete
8/8
Copy
To Others
Setup
About the operations for the equipment, read the manual of the equipment.
Easy
playback
Power on
link
This function will work even if the TV enters standby mode automatically by Off Timer
function or auto power standby function.
You can control the theatre speaker with TVs remote control.
This function is available when Panasonic Amplifier or Player theatre is connected.
If you cannot access the menu, check the
Home Cinema
settings and the equipment (p. 36).
Adjustment for equipment
(automatically turned on if it is in
Display VIERA Link Menu
Standby mode).
Select Speaker Selection
Volume up / down
Speaker
control
Advanced
Power off
link
HDMI Functions
HDD
Recorder
Home Cinema
Mute
select
set
TV
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External Equipment
These diagrams show our recommendations for how to connect the TV to your various equipment.
For other connections, consult the instructions for each piece of equipment, the table below, and the
specifications (p. 47).
This slot is for services by the
Panasonic dealer.
COMPONENT VIDEO
AV 1
HDMI 1 AV
AV 2
AUDIO
RGB
VIDEO
HDMI 2
RGB
VIDEO
S VIDEO
AUDIO
PC
AUDIO
IN
AV1 AV2
COMPONENT
Y
AUDIO OUT
PB
PR
Recording / Playback
(equipment)
To record / playback videocassettes / DVDs
(VCR / DVD recorder)
To watch DVDs (DVD player)
To watch camcorder images (Video camera)
To watch satellite broadcasts (Set top box)
To play games (Game equipment)
To use amplifier with speaker system
Q-Link
Direct TV Recording
VIERA Link
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: Recommended Connection
L
R
To record / playback
SCART cable
or
HDMI equipment
Fully wired HDMI
compliant cable
DVD Recorder
To watch DVDs
(Viewing)
DVD player
PC
(Listening)
External Equipment
Computer
Amplifier with speaker system
Conversion adapter
(if necessary)
(Viewing)
(Listening)
Home Cinema
Panasonic
Amplifier
Speaker system
Advanced
HD Video Camera
Panasonic
Player theatre
Panasonic DVD Recorder,
HD Video Camera, etc.
Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine
Speaker system
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Technical Information
Aspect Ratio
The optimum size and aspect can be chosen, and you can enjoy finer images. (p. 15)
Auto: Auto aspect determines the best aspect ratio to use to fill your screen. It does this using a four step process
to determine if the picture being viewed is a widescreen picture.
If Auto aspect detects a widescreen signal it switches into the appropriate 16:9 or 14:9 widescreen mode. If Auto aspect
does not detect a widescreen signal then this advanced TV enhances the picture for optimum viewing pleasure.
The text shown on the screen indicates how Auto aspect determined which ratio to use:
WIDE appears in the top left of the screen if a widescreen identification signal (WSS) is found or a signal found
through a SCART terminal. Auto aspect switches to the appropriate 16:9 or 14:9 widescreen ratio. This function
will also work in any aspect mode. Auto appears in the top left of the screen if black stripes above and below
the picture are detected. Auto aspect chooses the best ratio and expands the picture to fill the screen. This
process can take several minutes, depending on the darkness of the picture.
Aspect modes
4:3
Auto 16:9 14:9 Just 4:3 Full
PAL
O O O O O PAL 525/60
O O O O O DVB
O O O O O M.NTSC
O O O O O NTSC(AV input only) O O O O O 525(480)/60i
O O O O O 525(480)/60p
O O O O O 625(576)/50i
O O O O O 625(576)/50p
O O O O O 750(720)/50p
O O O O O O
750(720)/60p
O O O O O O
1125(1080)/50i O O O O O O
1125(1080)/60i O O O O O O
1125(1080)/50p O O O O O O
1125(1080)/60p O O O O O O
- O - - O PC input
Signal name
TV/AV1/AV2
SD
HD
Component/HDMI
Note
The ratio varies depending on the programme, etc. If the ratio is greater than the standard 16:9, black bands
may appear at the top and bottom of the screen.
If the screen size looks unusual when a widescreen-recorded programme is played back on a VCR, adjust the
tracking of the VCR. (See the VCR manual.)
Aspect mode can be memorized for SD (Standard definition) and HD (High definition) signals separately.
To select the ratio manually: (Only 16:9 or 4:3 in PC mode)
Auto
16:9
Just
14:9
4:3
Zoom1
4:3 Full
Displays the
image at the
standard 4:3
without distortion.
Zoom2
Displays a 16:9
letterbox or 4:3
image without
distortion.
Directly displays
the image at
16:9 without
distortion
(anamorphic).
Displays a 4:3
image full-screen.
Stretching is only
noticeable at
the left and right
edges.
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Displays a 4:3
image enlarged
horizontally to fit
the screen.
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).
To update automatically
To update manually
Note
During downloading, do not turn Off the TV or touch any button.
(The TV is automatically activated after downloading is completed.)
The message might be the notification beforehand. In this case, the schedule information (the date that the new
version can be used) will appear. You can set the reservation for update. The update will not start when the TV is
set to Off.
VIERA Link
ControlTM
HDMI connections to some Panasonic equipment allow you to interface them automatically. (p. 36)
This function may not work normally depending on the equipment condition.
Image or sound may not be available for the first few seconds when the playback starts.
Image or sound may not be available for the first few seconds when Input mode is switched.
Volume function will be displayed when adjusting the volume of the equipment.
Easy playback is also available by using the remote control for Amplifier or Player theatre. Read the manuals of
the equipment.
If you connect the same kind of equipment at once (for example: one DIGA to HDMI1 / another DIGA to HDMI2),
VIERA Link is available for the terminal with the smaller number.
HDAVI Control 2 is the newest standard (current as of February, 2007) for Panasonics HDAVI Control
compatible equipment. This standard is compatible with Panasonics conventional HDAVI equipment.
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Technical Information
SCART and HDMI terminal information
21
19
17
15
13
11
9
7
5
3
1
20
18
16
14
12
10
8
6
4
2
CVBS in (video)
RGB status earth
Status RGB
Earth
-Q-Link data
Status CVBS
Audio in (L)
Audio earth
Audio in (R)
HDMI terminal
Hot Plug Detect
DDC/CEC Ground
SCL
CEC
TMDS Clock Shield
TMDS Data0
TMDS Data0+
TMDS Data1 Shield
TMDS Data2
TMDS Data2+
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19
17
15
13
11
9
7
5
3
1
18
16
14
12
10
8
6
4
2
+5V Power
SDA
Reserved (in cable but N.C. on device)
TMDS Clock
TMDS Clock+
TMDS Data0 Shield
TMDS Data1
TMDS Data1+
TMDS Data2 Shield
21
19
17
15
13
11
9
7
5
3
1
20
18
16
14
12
10
8
6
4
2
CVBS in (video)
RGB status earth
Status RGB
Earth
-Q-Link data
Status CVBS
Audio in (L)
Audio earth
Audio in (R)
PC connection
A PC may be connected to this TV so that the PC screen is displayed and sound is heard from the TV.
PC signals that can be inputted: Horizontal scanning frequency 31 to 69 kHz; vertical scanning frequency
59 to 86 Hz (more than 1,024 signal lines could result in incorrect display of the image).
A PC adapter is not necessary for the DOS/V-compliant D-sub 15-pin connector.
Note
Some PC models cannot be connected to this TV.
When using PC, set the colour display quality of PC to the highest position.
For details of the applicable PC signals, see below.
Max. display resolution
4:3
16:9
Aspect
Pin No.
Signal Name
Pin No.
R
G
B
NC (not connected)
GND (Ground)
10 9 8 7 6
15 14 13 12 11
Signal Name
GND (Ground)
GND (Ground)
GND (Ground)
NC (not connected)
GND (Ground)
Pin No.
Signal Name
NC (not connected)
NC (not connected)
HD
VD
NC (not connected)
PC (D-sub 15P)
Signal name
640 400 @70 Hz
640 480 @60 Hz
640 480 @75 Hz
800 600 @60 Hz
800 600 @75 Hz
800 600 @85 Hz
852 480 @60 Hz
1,024 768 @60 Hz
1,024 768 @70 Hz
1,024 768 @75 Hz
1,024 768 @85 Hz
1,280 1,024 @60 Hz
1,366 768 @60 Hz
Macintosh13 (640 480)
Macintosh16 (832 624)
Macintosh21 (1,152 870)
Note
HDMI
COMPONENT
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FAQs
Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to resolve the problem.
If problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance.
To customer using
indoor aerial
In order to enjoy a good quality DVB image, it is
important to receive a good quality DVB signal.
For this purpose check DVB Signal Condition
in Tuning Menu (p. 30). A level of at least 5 is
required in order to provide a good picture. It may
be necessary to adjust the position and direction of
the aerial to achieve the best possible result.
Is the TV in AV mode?
Is the mains lead plugged into the socket
outlet?
Is the TV turned On?
Check Picture Menu (p. 22) and volume.
Check all required SCART cables and
connections are firmly in place.
Auto aspect
On Screen messages
- I.e. EC/AV1
No DVB programmes
shown after Auto Setup
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Contrast is reduced
Problem
Actions
Screen
No image can be
displayed
Blurry or distorted image
Sound
No sound is produced
Sound level is low
or sound is distorted
Set P-NR in the Picture Menu (to remove noise). (p. 22)
Check nearby electrical products
(car, motorcycle, fluorescent lamp).
Is Colour or Contrast in the Picture Menu set to the minimum?
(p. 22)
Check Colour system. (p. 29)
Turn off the TV with Mains power On / Off switch, then turn it on
again.
Due to the digital reception technologies involved, quality of the DTV signals may be relatively low in
some cases, despite good reception of analogue programmes.
DVB
Splitter
VCR
HDMI
Other
TV goes into
Standby mode
The remote control
does not work
Aerial Output
Aerial Input
(Individual aerial)
Sound is unusual
Aerial
Input
terminal
Aerial Output
Interference or
frozen / disappearing
image in DVB
(Individual aerial)
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Licence
Trademark Credits
DVB is a trademark of the DVB Digital Video Broadcasting Project (1991 to 1996).
VGA is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, USA.
S-VGA is a registered trademark of the Video Electronics Standard Association.
Even if no special notation has been made of company or product trademarks, these trademarks have been fully
respected.
HDMI, the HDMI Logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI
Licensing LLC.
HDAVI ControlTM is a trademark of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
Trade Mark of the DVB Digital Video Broadcasting Project (1991 to 1996)
TH-42PX74EA Declaration of Conformity No 4875, 11 June 2007
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Specifications
Power Source
AC 220-240 V, 50 / 60 Hz
Power
Display
Consumption panel
Average use
270 W
Standby condition
Aspect Ratio
16:9
106 cm (diagonal)
922 mm (W) 518 mm (H)
Sound
Number of pixels
Speaker
160 mm 42 mm 2 pcs, 8
Audio Output
PC signals
Receiving Systems /
Band name
Aerial - Rear
VHF / UHF
Operating Conditions
Temperature : 0 C - 35 C
Humidity
: 20 % - 80 % RH (non-condensing)
Connection Terminals
21 Pin terminal (Audio/Video in, Audio/Video out, RGB in, S-Video in, Q-Link)
COMPONENT
VIDEO
Y
PB, PR
PC
TYPE A Connectors
HIGH-DENSITY D-SUB 15PIN
Mass
Design and Specifications are subject to change without notice. Weight and Dimensions shown are approximate.
This equipment complies with the EMC standards listed below.
EN55013, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3, EN55020, EN55022, EN55024.
Note
Dimensions ( W H D )
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Customers Record
The model number and serial number of this product may be found on its rear panel. You should note this serial
number in the space provided below and retain this book, plus your purchase receipt, as a permanent record of your
purchase to aid in identification in the event of theft or loss, and for Warranty Service purposes.
Model Number
Serial Number