Panasonic TC-P42U2 - Manuals

Page 2 - Enjoy rich multimedia

2 HDMI, the HDMI logo and High- Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries. VIERA Link™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. SDHC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Panaso...

Page 3 - Basic Features; Advanced Features; Please read before using the unit; Quick Start Guide; Contents

3 V iewing Advanced F AQs, etc. Quick Start Guide This product qualifies for ENERGY STAR in the “Home Use” setting and this is the setting in which energy savings will be achieved. Any modifications to the “Home Use” setting or other factory default settings could result in greater energy consumptio...

Page 4 - Safety Precautions; Important Safety Instructions; CAUTION; RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

4 Safety Precautions 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 the set(including on shelves above, etc.). Important Safety Instructions CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHO...

Page 5 - AC Power Supply Cord; Handling the power supply cord

5 Do not place any objects on top of the Plasma TV. If water spills onto the Plasma TV or foreign objects get inside it, a short-circuit may occur which could result in fire or electric shock. If any foreign objects get inside the Plasma TV, please consult an Authorized Service Center. In the unlike...

Page 7 - Do not display a still picture for a long time; Set up; Notes; FCC STATEMENT

7 Do not display a still picture for a long time This causes the image to remain on the plasma screen(“Image retention”). This is not considered a malfunction and is not covered by the warranty. 4 : 3 12 To prevent the “Image retention”, the screen saver is automatically activated after a few minute...

Page 8 - Accessories/Optional Accessory; AC cord; Installing the remote’s batteries; Optional Accessory; Accessories

8 Accessories/Optional Accessory Accessories Remote Control Transmitter N2QAYB000485 Batteries for theRemote ControlTransmitter (2) AA Battery AC cord Pedestal TBLX0134 (TC-P42U2) TBLX0135 ( TC-P50U2) Product Registration Card (U.S.A.) Operating Instructions VIERA Concierge and Quick start guide Ins...

Page 9 - Attaching the pedestal to TV; Assembling the pedestal

9 Quick Start Guide Accessories/Optional Accessory Accessories Assembly screws (4 of each) A XYN5+F18FN M5 × 18 (Silver) B THEL078N (for 42”) THEL080N (for 50”) M5 × 30 (Black) Poles (2) L R L or R is printed at the bottom of the poles. Base (1) Attaching the pedestal to TV ■ Assembling the pedestal...

Page 10 - AC cord connection; Antenna terminal; Reference of connection; To attach

10 Accessories/Optional Accessory (Continued) AC cord connection Antenna terminal Pin terminals HDMI terminal green blue red green Firmly tighten by hand. Match colors of plugs and terminals. Insert firmly. Insert firmly. Reference of connection To attach To remove Insert it firmly until the tabs on...

Page 11 - To connect the antenna terminal; Basic Connection; Example

11 Quick Start Guide Basic Connection (Antenna + TV) Accessories/Optional Accessory To connect the antenna terminal Basic Connection Note Not all cables and external equipment shown in this book are supplied with the TV. For more details on the external equipment’s connections, please refer to the o...

Page 12 - To use HDMI terminals; To use COMPONENT terminals; To use COMPOSITE terminals; AV cable connections

12 High-Definition Standard-Definition Note For more details on the external equipment’s connections, please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment. Basic Connection (Continued) To use HDMI terminals HDMIAV OUT e.g. Blu-ray Disc player AV Equipment Connecting to HDMI terminals will enable ...

Page 13 - Identifying Controls; TV controls/indicators

13 Quick Start Guide Identifying Controls Basic Connection (A V cable connections) Remote control Switches TV On or Off (Standby) Changes the input mode (p. 24) Displays Main Menu (p. 25) Displays Sub Menu (p. 18, 27) Colored buttons (used for various functions)(for example, p. 16, 23, 33) Volume up...

Page 14 - First Time Setup; Turn the TV On with the POWER button; Select your language; Select your viewing mode; If you select “Store Demonstration” by mistake in ,

14 First Time Setup First time setup screen is displayed only when the TV is turned on for the first time after the power cord is inserted into a wall outlet and when “Auto power on” (p. 27) is set to “No”. or Turn the TV On with the POWER button or (Remote) (TV) Configure your viewing mode Select y...

Page 16 - Select NEXT then press OK to go to next step.; Complete the First time setup

16 Note About broadcasting systems Analog (NTSC): Conventional broadcasting Digital (ATSC): New programming that allows you to view more channels featuring high-quality video and sound Select the Input labels (Label inputs) Select NEXT then press OK to go to next step. Label inputs Step 5 of 6 Press...

Page 17 - Watching TV; To watch TV and other functions; Turn power on; Select a channel number; To directly enter the digital channel number

17 Quick Start Guide V iewing Watching TV First T ime Setup Watching TV Basic connection (p. 11-12) To watch TV and other functions Turn power on or (Remote) (TV) Note If the mode is not TV, press and select TV. (p. 24) Select a channel number up down or (Remote) (TV) To directly enter the digital c...

Page 18 - Closed caption

18 Listenwith SAP(Secondary Audio Program) Select the Audio Mode for watching TV Digital mode Press SAP to select next audio track (if available) when receiving a digital channel. Audio track 1 of 2 (English) Analog mode Press SAP to select the desired audio mode. • Each press of SAP will change the...

Page 19 - Set the Favorite Feature; Favorite Feature; Use the Favorite Feature; To change the page

19 V iewing Watching TV Set the Favorite Feature 1 Display the SUB MENU. SUB MENU 2 Select “Set favorite” All Setup SUB MENU Edit CH captionSignal meter Set favorite Channel surf mode select OK 3 Set the displayed channel Set favorite 1/3 26-1 1 2 3 4 5 select the list number save the displayed chan...

Page 20 - Using VIERA TOOLS; Press to exit from; Display VIERA TOOLS; Set each item

20 Using VIERA TOOLS VIERA TOOLS is the easy way to access frequently-used menu items. They are displayed as shortcut icons on the TV screen.Unlike a conventional menu, you can enjoy using, playing or setting a function quickly. Press to exit from a menu screen Press to return to the previous screen...

Page 21 - Setting; Display the menu; Select “VIERA Link”; Select “On”

21 V iewing Using VIERA T OOLS VIERA Link TM Setting If you connect equipment that has the “HDAVI Control” function to the TV using an HDMI cable, you will find it easier to use. Please refer to p. 28-33. Before using these functions, you need to set “VIERA Link” setting to “On” as shown below. Pres...

Page 22 - Viewing with VIERA IMAGE VIEWER; Insert the SD card; Set “Image viewer settings” and select “Play image viewer now”; Select the data to be viewed; View; Photo viewer

22 Viewing with VIERA IMAGE VIEWER The VIERA Image Viewer is a function that lets you easily view still images on a VIERA television by simply inserting an SD card into the VIERA SD card slot.(Media other than SD Cards will not work.) Press to exit from a menu screen Press to return to the previous ...

Page 23 - SD Card

23 V iewing V iewing with VIERA IMAGE VIEWER SD Card Insert the card Remove the card Compliant card type (maximum capacity): SDHC Card (32 GB), microSDHC Card (16 GB), SD Card (2 GB), miniSD Card (2 GB), microSD Card (2 GB) (requiring microSDHC Card/miniSD Card/microSD Card adapter) If a microSDHC C...

Page 24 - Watching Videos and DVDs; Input Select; You can select the external equipment to access.; To return to TV; With the connected equipment turned On; Display the Input select menu

24 Watching Videos and DVDs If you have an applicable equipment connected to the TV, you can watch videos and DVDs on the TV screen. Input Select You can select the external equipment to access. To return to TV With the connected equipment turned On Display the Input select menu Select the input mod...

Page 25 - How to Use Menu Functions; Select the menu; Select the item; Adjust or select

25 V iewing 25 V iewing Advanced How to Use Menu Functions Watching V ideos and DVDs How to Use Menu Functions Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions so that you can enjoy watching TV best suited for you. Press to exit from a menu screen Press to return ...

Page 26 - Menu list; Audio; Timer

26 Menu list Menu Item Adjustments/Configurations (alternatives) Picture Reset to defaults* Resets all picture adjustments to factory default settings except for “Advanced picture”. Picture mode Basic picture mode (Vivid/Standard/Cinema/Game/Custom) (p. 45) Contrast, Brightness,Color, Tint, Sharpnes...

Page 27 - Sub menu list; Setup

27 Advanced How to Use Menu Functions (picture, sound quality , etc.) Menu list Menu Item Adjustments/Configurations (alternatives) Setup Channel surf mode Sets the mode to select the channel with the Channel up/down button (All/Favorite/Digital only/Analog only) • Favorite: Only channels registered...

Page 28 - “HDAVI Control; HDMI cable

28 VIERA Link TM “HDAVI Control TM ” Simultaneously control all Panasonic “HDAVI Control” equipped components using one button on the TV remote.Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with Panasonic products which have the “HDAVI Control” function.This TV supports “HDAVI Control 5” function.Connecti...

Page 29 - “HDA; Connections; theater system; Connecting this unit to a DVD; Setting of this unit after connection

29 Advanced VIERA Link TM “HDA VI Control TM ” VIERA Link TM Connections Follow the connection diagrams below for HDAVI control of a single piece of AV equipment such as a DVD recorder (DIGA), Home theater system.Refer to page 30-33 for Setup Menu settings and additional control information. • Optio...

Page 32 - Display the VIERA Link menu; Select; Set; Back to TV

32 VIERA Link TM “HDAVI Control TM ” You can enjoy more convenient operation with the “HDAVI Control” function in the “VIERA Link” menu.For more details on the “HDAVI Control” function, refer to p. 28 Press to exit from a menu screen Press to return to the previous screen Display the VIERA Link menu...

Page 33 - Mute; Operate the equipment with the TV’s; Select “Back to TV”

33 Advanced VIERA Link TM “HDA VI Control TM ” You can select the Home theater or TV speakers for audio output.Control the theater speakers with the TV’s remote control.This function is available only when a Panasonic Amplifier or Player theater is connected. Home theater: Adjustment for the equipme...

Page 34 - Lock; Channel lock

34 Lock You can lock specified channels or shows to prevent children from watching objectionable content. Press to exit from a menu screen Caution Make a note of your password in case you forget it. (If you have forgotten your password, consult your local dealer.) Note When you select a locked chann...

Page 36 - Editing and Setting Channels; Select “ANT/Cable setup”; Select the function; To reset the settings of the setup menu

36 Editing and Setting Channels The current channel settings can be changed according to your needs and reception conditions. Press to exit from a menu screen Display the menu Select “Setup” Menu Adjusts Surf mode, Language, Clock,Channels, Inputs, and other settings. Setup 1/2 ClockANT/Cable setupI...

Page 38 - Closed Caption; Select the item and set; To make more in-depth display settings in digital programs; Select “Digital setting” and press OK; To reset the settings; Select “Reset to defaults”. Confirmation screen is displayed.

38 Closed Caption Closed caption DisplayClosed caption The television includes a built-in decoder that is capable of providing a text display of the audio. The program being viewed must be transmitting the Closed caption (CC) information. (p. 43) Select the item and set Menu Selects style and langua...

Page 39 - Input Labels; Select the terminal and label of the external equipment

39 Advanced Input Labels Closed Caption Input Labels Input labels Displaylabels ofConnected devices Devices connected to external input terminals can be labeled for easier identification during the input selection. (In selecting the input mode from p. 24 ) Select the terminal and label of the extern...

Page 40 - Using Timer; Set the timer

40 Using Timer The TV can automatically turn On/Off at the designated date and time. The Clock must be set before On time/Off time settings. (p. 16) The “Sleep” timer and “On / Off timer” will not work if the “Auto power on” (p. 27) is set. Press to exit from a menu screen Press to return to the pre...

Page 41 - Recommended AV Connections

41 Advanced Recommended A V Connections Using T imer Recommended AV Connections These diagrams show our recommendations or how to connect the TV unit to your various equipment.For other connections, consult the instructions for each piece of equipment and its specifications. For additional assistanc...

Page 42 - Ratings List for Lock

42 Ratings List for Lock “V-chip” technology enables you to lock channels or shows according to standard ratings set by the entertainment industry. (p. 35) U.S. MOVIE RATINGS (MPAA) NR NO RATING (NOT RATED) AND NA (NOT APPLICABLE) PROGRAMS. Movie which has not been rated or where rating does not app...

Page 43 - Technical Information

43 F AQs, etc. T echnical Information Ratings List for Lock Technical Information Closed Caption (CC) For viewing the CC of digital broadcasting, set the aspect to FULL (If viewing with H-FILL, JUST, ZOOM or 4:3; characters might be cut off). The CC can be displayed on the TV if the receiver (such a...

Page 44 - Data format for SD Card browsing; Cautions in handling SD Card:

44 Technical Information Data format for SD Card browsing Photo: Still images recorded with digital still cameras compatible with JPEG files of DCF* and EXIF** standards Data format: Baseline JPEG (Sub-sampling: 4:4:4, 4:2:2 or 4:2:0) Max. number of files: 9,999 Image resolution: 160 x 120 to 20,000...

Page 45 - HDMI connection; DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminals

45 F AQs, etc. T echnical Information VIERA Link TM “HDAVI Control TM ” HDMI connections to some Panasonic equipment allows you to interface automatically. (p. 28) This function may not work normally depending on the equipment condition. The equipment can be operated by other remote controls with th...

Page 46 - H size

46 Technical Information (Continued) H size Aspect Ratio: 4:3 Size 1 Size 2 The width will be decreased on both sides to reduce noise. Aspect Ratio: FULL/JUST(H-FILL/ZOOM) Size 1 Size 2 The width will be increased on both sides to reduce noise. See page 26 for more information 4:3 side bars Do not d...

Page 47 - Care and Cleaning; First, unplug the Power cord plug from the wall outlet.; Display panel; Pedestal

47 F AQs, etc. Care and Cleaning T echnical Information Care and Cleaning First, unplug the Power cord plug from the wall outlet. Display panel 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 ...

Page 48 - FAQ

48 FAQ 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. 52, 53)For additional assistance, please contact us via the w...

Page 49 - No sound is produced; Problem; Black Box appears; Sound

49 F AQs, etc. Frequently Asked Questions If there is a problem with your TV, please refer to the table below to determine the symptoms, then carry out the suggested check. If this does not solve the problem, please contact your local Panasonic dealer, quoting the model number and serial number (bot...

Page 50 - Specifications

50 TC-P42U2 TC-P50U2 Power Source AC 120 V, 60 Hz Power Consumption Maximum 298 W 353 W Standby condition 0.3 W 0.3 W Plasma Display panel Drive method AC type Aspect Ratio 16:9 Visible screen size(W × H × Diagonal) (No. of pixels) 42 ” class (41.6 inches measured diagonally) 50 ” class (49.9 inches...

Page 51 - Panasonic Plasma Television; Limited Warranty

51 F AQs, etc. Limited W arranty (for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico only) Specifications PANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY,DIVISION OFPANASONIC CORPORATION OF NORTH AMERICAOne Panasonic WaySecaucus, New Jersey 07094 Panasonic Plasma Television Limited Warranty Limited Warranty Coverage If your product...

Page 52 - Customer Services Directory; Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto Rico)

52 Customer Services Directory (for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico) Customer Services Directory (United States and 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 ...

Page 53 - Limited W; Panasonic Canada Inc.; 770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3; PANASONIC PRODUCT – LIMITED WARRANTY; WARRANTY SERVICE

53 F AQs, etc. Limited W arranty (for Canada) Customer Services Directory (for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico) Limited Warranty (for Canada) Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 PANASONIC PRODUCT – LIMITED WARRANTY Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from ...