Page 2 - Enjoy rich multimedia
2 Experience an amazing level of multimedia excitement SD memory card Camcorder Personal computer Amplifier with Speaker system Cable box DVD player/ Blu-ray Disc player DVD recorder/ Blu-ray Disc recorder VCR Enjoy rich multimedia USB device
Page 3 - Basic Features; Please read before using the unit; Getting started; Contents
3 Basic Advanced Support Information Getting started VIERA Link™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. 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. SDXC Logo is a trademark of S...
Page 4 - Safety Precautions; Note to CATV System Installer; CAUTION; RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
4 ANTENNALEAD-IN WIRE ANTENNADISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20)GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21) GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H) ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT GROUND CLAMP EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER (NEC) NATIONAL ELECTRICALCODE Safety Prec...
Page 6 - CEA CHILD SAFETY NOTICES; WARNING; FCC STATEMENT
6 CEA CHILD SAFETY NOTICES WARNING Flat panel displays are not always supported on the proper stands or installed according to the manufacturer’s recommendations. Flat panel displays that are inappropriately situated on dressers, bookcases, shelves, desks, speakers, chests or carts may fall over and...
Page 7 - Accessories/Optional Accessories; Accessories; Optional Accessories; Communication Camera; Installing the remote’s batteries; Caution
7 Getting started Accessories/Optional Accessories Accessories/Optional Accessories Accessories Check you have all the items shown. Accessories Remote Control Transmitter N2QAYB000486 or N2QAYB000677 Batteries for theRemote ControlTransmitter (2) AA Battery Owner’s Manual Quick Start Guide Child saf...
Page 8 - Assembling the pedestal; Attaching the pedestal to TV
8 Accessories Assembly screws (4 of each) A XSS5+15FNK size(M5 x 15) B XYN4+F30FJK size (M4 × 30) Bracket (1) ● TBL5ZA0082 Cover (1) ● TBL5ZB3088 Base (1) ● TBL5ZX0153 ■ Assembling the pedestal Fix securely with assembly screws A (Total 4 screws). Tighten screws firmly. Attach the cover • Place the ...
Page 9 - Connections; Connection Panels; Back of the TV; Antenna terminal; Connection references; Antenna or Cable connection; Cable; Front of the TV
9 Getting started Connections Accessories/Optional Accessories Connections Connection Panels Power Cord(Connect after all the other connections have been made.) VHF/UHF Antenna • NTSC (National Television System Committee):• ATSC (Advanced Television Systems Committee): Digital TV Standards include ...
Page 11 - Identifying Controls; Note; TV controls/indicators
11 Getting started Identifying Controls Connections Identifying Controls Note The TV consumes a small amount of electric energy even when turned off. Do not place any objects between the TV remote control sensor and remote control. TV controls/indicators Remote control Switches TV On or Off (Standby...
Page 12 - First Time Setup; Turn the TV On with the POWER button; Select your language; Select your country; Select your viewing mode
12 First Time Setup or Turn the TV On with the POWER button or (Remote) (TV) Configure your viewing mode Select your language Language / Idioma / Langue English Español Français Step 1 of 7 / Paso 1 de 7 / Étape 1 de 7 OK Select Selección Sélection Select your languageSeleccione su idiomaSélection d...
Page 13 - Analog
13 Getting started First T ime Setup Press to exit from a menu screen Press to go back to the previous screen 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 ANT/Cabl...
Page 14 - Label the inputs for easy identification (Label inputs); Configure Network settings
14 Press to exit from a menu screen ■ Press to go back to the previous screen Label the inputs for easy identification (Label inputs) To name each input, follow the instructions on screen.When done, select NEXT and press OK to go to the next step. Label inputs Step 5 of 7 What is connected to HDMI 1...
Page 15 - Press to exit from; When done, select NEXT and press OK to go to the next step.; Manual setting; Auto setting; Complete First time setup
15 Getting started First T ime Setup Press to exit from a menu screen ■ Press to go back to the previous screen Adjust the Clock (Set clock) When done, select NEXT and press OK to go to the next step. ■ Manual setting Set clock Step 7 of 7 Adjust the TV's date and time Year Mode Hour Month Minute - ...
Page 16 - About wireless LAN
16 ■ About wireless LAN ● Wireless LAN adapter and Access point need to be obtained separately.For the latest information on applicable LAN adapters, check the following website: http://Panasonic.com/NetConnect ● Check that the Access point supports WPS*. (If it does not support WPS, the encryption ...
Page 17 - Watching TV; Turn power on; Select a channel number; Listen with SAP (Secondary Audio Programming); Digital mode; Analog mode; Closed Caption; Displaying Information
17 Getting started Basic Watching TV First T ime Setup Watching TV Turn power on (TV) or (Remote) Note Please select correct input --> (p. 21) ■ VIERA Connect Banner appears Press OK/INTERNET (or VIERA CAST) button to enter VIERA Connect. (p. 39) ● To hide the banner Press any button except OK/IN...
Page 18 - Change aspect ratio and Zoom the picture; Display the SUB MENU; Call up a favorite channel
18 Change aspect ratio and Zoom the picture ■ Press FORMAT to cycle through the aspect modes (p. 51) • 480i, 480p: FULL/JUST/4:3/ ZOOM• 1080p, 1080i, 720p: FULL/H-FILL/JUST/4:3/ZOOM Use when the picture does not fill the whole screen (bars appears on either side of the image) or portions of the pict...
Page 19 - Other Useful operations; Entering characters; Switches input mode; Password setting/entering; Input your 4-digit password; Operate USB keyboard; Key chart
19 Basic Watching TV ■ Other Useful operations Entering characters You can use the remote control keys to enter the alphanumeric characters. ■ Switches input mode ABC → abc → 123 ↑ _____________ | ■ Press each number key to cycle through the alphanumeric character RETURN 1 @. 4 GHI 7 PQRS 2 ABC 5 JK...
Page 20 - Using VIERA TOOLS; Display VIERA TOOLS; Set each item
20 Using VIERA TOOLS Press to exit from a menu screen Press to go back to the previous screen Display VIERA TOOLS Select the item select next Set each item VIERA Connect Displays VIERA Connect Home Screen for Enjoying Internet Services (p. 39) Media player Media player (p. 22-27) DLNA Using DLNA fea...
Page 21 - With the connected equipment turned On; Display the Input select menu; Press Game to switch to the game screen; Watching content from external devices
21 Basic W atching content from external devices Using VIERA T OOLS With the connected equipment turned On Display the Input select menu Select the input mode Input select ANT/Cable In 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 Video PC GAME HDMI 4 Component AUX GAME Not used (example) Input label select ...
Page 22 - Using Media player; Basic features for Media player; Available contents and features; Videos; Music; Media information; Inserting or removing an SD card/USB flash memory
22 Using Media player You can view still and motion images and play music saved on a USB flash memory and an SD card. Basic features for Media player ■ Available contents and features Option menu Photos --> p. 24-25Videos --> p. 26Music --> p. 27 Displays data information.(File name, Date, ...
Page 23 - Insert Media (SD card or USB flash memory); Select the Media; Select file; View or Play
23 Basic Using Media player Viewing Contents ■ Press to exit from a menu screen ■ Press to go back to the previous screen Insert Media (SD card or USB flash memory) • Auto play setting Image viewer auto play (p. 49) Display Media player Select Drive (Display connected drive) Media player SD memory c...
Page 24 - Photos view; Sort; Display “Sort select” menu and select item; Displayed each view; Photo options; Display “Setup SUB MENU” and select item; Slideshow settings
24 Photos view [Photos thumbnail] s o t o h p l l A Photos r e y a l p a i d e M Media select Slideshow Drive select Info SD memory card OK Select RETURN Sort SUB MENU [Features] ● Slideshow setting ● Sort ● Drive select ● Media select * In DMR mode, Slideshow is not availableDMR: Digital Media Rend...
Page 25 - Slideshow; Settings
25 Basic Using Media player Slideshow Display “Slideshow settings” s o t o h p l l A o t o h P r e y a l P a i d e M Media select Slideshow Drive select Info SD memory card OK Select RETURN Sort SUB MENU Select Change RETURN Off Off Off Normal Off Normal On Slideshow settings Frame Start Slideshow P...
Page 26 - Videos view; Video options; Repeat playback; Video options; Media
26 Videos view [Videos thumbnail] Titles/Folders view Videos r e y a l p a i d e M 2009_9 Nature2 Nature3 Nature4 Nature5 Nature6 2009_4 2009_7 Trip1 Trip2 Trip3 Trip4 Trip5 Room Nature1 Media select Play Drive select Info SD memory card OK Select RETURN SUB MENU [Features] ● Play ● Drive select ● M...
Page 27 - Music options; Other settings in Media player
27 Basic Using Media player Music view [Music thumbnail] Folders My Music_1 My Music_2 My Music_3 Media player Music Media select Play Folder Drive select Info SD memory card OK Select RETURN SUB MENU [Features] ● Play folder ● Drive select ● Media select [Music playback screen] AAAAAABBBBBBBXXXXXXX...
Page 28 - VIERA Link; “HDAVI Control; Version; 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 compatible Panasonic products.This TV supports “HDAVI Control 5” function.Connections to equipment (DVD recorde...
Page 29 - “HDA; VIERA LinkTM Connections (with VIERA Link function); Terminal overview; Connecting Home theater system/AV amp; Connecting HD Camcorder/Digital camera
29 Advanced VIERA Link TM “HDA VI Control TM ” VIERA Link™ Connections (with VIERA Link function) ■ Terminal overview AV IN HDMI 4 Back of the TV ■ Connecting DVD Recorder (DIGA) DVD recorder (DIGA) with VIERA Link function HDMI cable ■ Connecting Home theater system/AV amp HDMI 1 is recommended. Ho...
Page 30 - VIERA Link settings and Available features; Display the menu; Select “VIERA Link”; Select “On”; Select and make other settings
30 VIERA Link settings and Available features To use all VIERA Link functions: After everything is connected, in VIERA Link settings menu, set “VIERA Link” to “On”.Some features are disabled depending on the “HDAVI Control” version of the equipment. Please check the list (p. 28) Press to exit from a...
Page 31 - Transmittable data
31 Advanced VIERA Link TM “HDA VI Control TM ” Automatic Input Switching When using a Blu-ray Disc player, DVD player/recorder or Home theater system, the TV will automatically change to the appropriate input, when playback begins on one of those devices.• For a Home theater system the speakers auto...
Page 32 - VIERA Link menu and Available features; Display the VIERA Link menu; Select the item; Set
32 VIERA Link menu and Available features Some features are disabled depending on the “HDAVI Control” version of the equipment. Please check the list (p. 28) Press to exit from a menu screen Press to go back to the previous screen Display the VIERA Link menu or select next Select the item Recorder T...
Page 33 - Speaker control; Mute; VIERA Link control only with the TV’s remote control; Operate the equipment with the TV remote; Select “Back to TV”
33 Advanced VIERA Link TM “HDA VI Control TM ” Speaker control You can select the Home theater or TV speakers for audio output.Control the theater speakers with the TV remote control.This function is available only when a Panasonic Amplifier or Player theater is connected. Select “Speaker output” Se...
Page 34 - Using Network services; Available Network service and features; VIERA Connect; DLNA remote control
34 Using Network services Available Network service and features ■ VIERA Connect p. 39 Easily expandable cloud-based services and carefully selected apps. ■ Using DLNA feature (Home network) p. 40 This TV is a DLNA Certified™ product.DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) is a standard that makes DL...
Page 35 - Contact your Broadband service provider; Select wired or wireless connection; Wireless connection; Internet
35 Advanced Using Network services Network Connections Contact your Broadband service provider NOTICE: If you don’t have Internet service by your local provider, please order a high-speed Internet service at no less than the following connection speed. If you already have such service, make sure tha...
Page 36 - This is a setting for connecting to a broadband environment.; Select the settings and set; Connection test; Select “Connection test” and press OK; Complete Connection test; Network connection; Wireless network (Confirm Current settings and status); Press “Wireless network”
36 Network settings This is a setting for connecting to a broadband environment. ■ Press to exit from a menu screen ■ Press to go back to the previous screen Display the menu Select “Network settings” Menu Setup 1/2 ANT/Cable setup Input labels Network settings VIERA Link settings ECO/energy saving ...
Page 37 - Wireless network (Wireless network setting); Search for Wireless networks:; IP address/DNS settings
37 Advanced Using Network services Wireless network (Wireless network setting) ■ Sets / Changes wireless network setting Press “Wireless network” and display setting screen Follow the directions on screen to complete the setting Wireless network WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup using push button) Please c...
Page 38 - Network link; Software update
38 Network link ■ Edit the name of this TV Sets your favorite name for this TV. This name will be used to display the name of this TV on the screen of the other Network compatible equipment. Select “VIERA network name” Menu Network link VIERA network name DLNA remote control Enable VIERA DLNA remote...
Page 39 - Other settings; Preparations; Display the Home screen
39 Advanced Using Network services Other settings In Display “Menu” Select the item select OK Menu Picture AudioVIERA Link Set ■ Adjust the Picture and Audio select adjust 0 20 0000 Vivid Picture 1/2 BrightnessColorTintSharpness Picture mode Contrast Back light Reset to defaults example: Picture men...
Page 40 - Using DLNA feature; Select contents
40 Using DLNA feature You can share the contents (Photo, Video, Music etc.) stored in DLNA Certified media server with your home network system. ■ Press to exit from a menu screen ■ Press to go back to the previous screen Preparations ● Network connections (p. 35) ● Network settings (p. 36-38) Displ...
Page 41 - Display “VIERA Link” menu; Select “Network camera”; View; Network Camera
41 Advanced Using Network services ■ Press to exit from a menu screen ■ Press to go back to the previous screen Preparations ● Network connections (p. 35) ● Network settings (p. 36-38) ● Before connecting the Network camera to the TV, please complete “IP setting” and run “Connection test” With all c...
Page 42 - Editing and Setting Channels; Select “ANT in”; Select “Auto program”; Select a scanning mode; Select “ANT/Cable setup”; ANT/Cable setup and operation
42 Editing and Setting Channels Auto program (Set automatically) Automatically searches and adds available channels to the memory. Select “ANT in” Select “Cable” or “Antenna” Or select “Not used”. Select “Auto program” next select Menu Cable ANT/Cable setup ANT in Auto program Manual programSignal m...
Page 43 - Favorite; Add
43 Advanced Editing and Setting Channels Manual program ( Set manually) Use this procedure when changing the channel setup or changing the channel display.Also, use this to add or skip channels from the channel list manually. You can select a channel tuning mode (Digital only/Analog only) in “Channe...
Page 44 - How to Use Menu Functions; Menu structure; Select the menu; Select the item and adjust
44 How to Use Menu Functions Various menus allow you to set 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 go back to the previous screen Display the menu ● Shows the functions that can be adjusted. ● Some func...
Page 45 - Adjust the image or picture quality
45 Advanced How to Use Menu Functions ● “Reset to default” will be grayed out if no changes are made in the following menus:“Picture”, “Pro settings”, “PC adjustments”, “Audio” and “Closed caption”. Picture settings Adjust the image or picture quality Settings Items Item Description Reset to default...
Page 47 - Adjust Audio quality; Timer settings
47 Advanced How to Use Menu Functions Audio settings Adjust Audio quality Settings Items Item Description Reset to defaults Resets Bass, Treble, and Balance adjustments to factory default settings. Bass Increases or decreases the bass response. Treble Increases or decreases the treble response. Bala...
Page 48 - Display closed caption
48 Lock Locks specified channels or shows to prevent children from watching objectionable content. You will be asked to enter your password each time you display the Lock menu. • Password setting/entering (p. 19)Set “Custom” in “Mode” to specify “Channel”, “Game”, “Program” and “VIERA Connect” setti...
Page 49 - Other function settings
49 Advanced How to Use Menu Functions Setup Other function settings Settings Items Item Description Channel surf mode All/Favorite/Digital only/Analog only Sets the mode to select the channel with the Channel up/down button. Favorite: Only channels registered as FAVORITE. (p. 18) Language English/Es...
Page 50 - Ratings List for parental control
50 Ratings List for parental control “V-chip” technology enables you to lock channels or shows according to standard ratings set by the entertainment industry. 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...
Page 51 - Technical Information; H size
51 Support Information T echnical Information Ratings List for parental control Technical Information Aspect Ratio (FORMAT) Press the FORMAT button to cycle through the aspect modes. This lets you choose the aspect depending on the format of the received signal and your preference. (p. 18) (e.g.: in...
Page 52 - Data format information; Cautions when handling SD Cards; Message
52 Data format information ● Compatible Data format for Media player (SD card/USB flash memory)/DLNA p. 26 DCF (Design rule for camera file system): A Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association’s standardEXIF: Exchangeable Image File Format Note ● Format the card with the re...
Page 53 - HDMI connection; DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal
53 Support Information T echnical Information VIERA Link TM “HDAVI Control TM ” HDMI connections to some Panasonic equipment allow you to interface automatically. (p. 29) ● This function may not work normally depending on the equipment condition. ● The equipment can be operated by other remote contr...
Page 54 - PC Input Terminals; Input signal that can be displayed
54 PC Input Terminals ● Signal Names for D-sub 15P Connector 1 6 7 8 3 9 4 5 10 15 14 13 12 11 2 Pin No. Signal Name Pin No. Signal Name Pin No. Signal Name R GND (Ground) NC (not connected) G GND (Ground) NC B GND (Ground) HD/SYNC NC (not connected) NC (not connected) VD GND (Ground) GND (Ground) N...
Page 55 - Care and Cleaning; First, unplug the Power cord plug from the wall outlet.; Display panel; Pedestal; Power cord plug
55 Support Information Care and Cleaning T echnical Information Care and Cleaning First, unplug the Power cord plug from the wall outlet. Display panel 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 ...
Page 57 - Sound
57 Support Information Frequently Asked Questions Questions Answers Sound Other Why is there no sound coming from the TV? Make sure the volume is up and MUTE is off. Confirm the TV speakers are set to ON by pressing MENU and selecting “Audio” --> “Advanced audio”. (p.47) Check that the correct SA...
Page 58 - Networking
58 Questions Answers Networking How do I get VIERA Connect to work on my TV? 1. You need a broadband (high speed) Internet service with a speed of no less than 1.5 Mbps (p. 35). 2. Connect the TV to the Internet through your router by an Ethernet cable or a compatible Panasonic USB wireless adapter....
Page 59 - Specifications
59 Support Information Specifications Frequently Asked Questions Specifications TC-L42D30 Power Source AC 110-127 V, 60 Hz Power Consumption Rated Power Consumption 108 W Standby condition 0.2 W Display panel Aspect Ratio 16:9 Visible screen size (W × H × Diagonal) (No. of pixels) 42” class (42.0 in...
Page 61 - Index
61 Support Information Index Index A Accessories ............................................................. 7 Ant/Cable ......................................................... 13, 42Antenna ............................................................. 9, 13Audio ...................................
Page 62 - Limited Warranty; Panasonic LCD Televisions; Limited Warranty Coverage; Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions
62 Limited Warranty (for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico only) PANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY,DIVISION OF:PANASONIC CORPORATION OF NORTH AMERICAOne Panasonic WaySecaucus, New Jersey 07094 Panasonic LCD Televisions Limited Warranty Limited Warranty Coverage If your product does not work properly becau...
Page 63 - Customer Services Directory; Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto Rico)
63 Support Information Customer Services Directory (for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico) Limited W arranty (for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico only) Customer Services Directory (for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico) Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto Rico) Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance...
Page 64 - Panasonic Canada Inc.; 770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3; PANASONIC PRODUCT – LIMITED WARRANTY; LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS; WARRANTY SERVICE; For product operation and information assistance,; IF YOU SHIP THE PRODUCT TO A SERVICENTRE
64 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 defects in material and workmanship under normal use and for a period as stated below from the date ...
Page 67 - USA Only: Disposal may be regulated in your community due to
Customer’s Record The model number and serial number of this product can be found on its back cover. 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 ...
