Page 2 - Turn your own living room into a movie theater!; Experience an amazing level of multimedia excitement
2 HDMI, the HDMI logo and High- Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. VIERA Link™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. SDHC Logo is a trademark. HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. Manufactured under license from Dolby ...
Page 3 - Basic Features; Advanced Features; Please read before using the unit; Quick Start Guide; Contents
3 V iewing Advanced FAQs, etc. Quick Start Guide This product qualifies for ENERGY STAR in the “Home” setting and this is the setting in which energy savings will be achieved. Any modifications to the “Home” setting or other factory default settings could result in greater energy consumption beyond ...
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 1) Read these instructions...
Page 5 - To prevent fire or electric shock:
5 WARNING Small parts can present choking hazard if accidentally swallowed. Keep small parts away from young children. Discard unneeded small parts and other objects, including packaging materials and plastic bags/sheets to prevent them from being played with by young children, creating the potentia...
Page 7 - Do not display a still picture for a long time; Typical still images; Set up; Notes
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 “Image retention”, the screen saver is automatically activated after a few minutes i...
Page 8 - Accessories/Optional Accessory; Check you have all the items shown.; AC cord; Installing the remote’s batteries; Caution; Optional Accessory; Note; Accessories; Cleaning cloth
8 Accessories/Optional Accessory Accessories Check you have all the items shown. Remote ControlTransmitter N2QAYB000321 Batteries for theRemote ControlTransmitter (2) AA Battery AC cord Pedestal TBLX0088 (TC-P42X1) TBLX0089 (TC-P50X1) Product Registration Card (U.S.A.) Customer Care Plan Card (U.S.A...
Page 9 - Attaching the pedestal to TV; Assembling the pedestal
9 Quick Start Guide Accessories/Optional Accessory Accessories Assembly screws (4 of each) A M5 x 18 (Silver) B M5 x 25 (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 Fix securely with assembly screws A . (Total 4 s...
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 and Cable Box; Basic Connection; Example 1; TV; Cable Box
11 Quick Start Guide Basic Connection (Antenna + TV) Accessories/Optional Accessory To connect the antenna terminal and Cable Box ANT OUT ANT IN VIDEO AUDIO R P R P B Y L H VIDEO AUDIO R P R P B Y L H Basic Connection Note Not all cables and external equipment shown in this book are supplied with th...
Page 12 - To connect the antenna terminal and DVD recorder or VCR; Example 2
12 To connect the antenna terminal and DVD recorder or VCR ANT OUT ANT IN COMPONENT IN VIDEO IN 1 1 2 VIDEO S VIDEO AUDIO R P R P B Y L R P R P B Y L R L HDMI 1 HDMI 2 VIDEO AUDIO R P R P B Y L B D A C Basic Connection (Continued) Example 2 Connecting DVD recorder (VCR) (To record/playback) DVD Reco...
Page 13 - Example 3; Connecting DVD recorder (VCR) and satellite receiver
13 Quick Start Guide Basic Connection (TV + DVD Recorder or VCR + Satellite Receiver) (TV + DVD Recorder or VCR) To connect the antenna terminal and Satellite Receiver and DVD recorder or VCR ANT IN ANT OUT ANT IN COMPONENT IN VIDEO IN 1 1 2 VIDEO S VIDEO AUDIO R P R P B Y L R P R P B Y L R L HDMI 1...
Page 14 - To use HDMI terminals; To use COMPONENT terminals; To use S VIDEO terminals; To use COMPOSITE terminals; AV cable connections
14 High-Definition Standard-Definition Note Some programs contain a copyright protection signal to prevent recording. When the copyright protection program is displayed, do not connect the other TV monitor through a VCR. Video signals fed through VCRs may be affected by copyright protection systems ...
Page 15 - Identifying; Remote control; Identifying Controls; TV controls/indicators; Front of the TV
15 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) VIERA Link menu (p. 34-35) Displays Sub Menu (p. 19, 28) Colored buttons (used for various functions) (for example, p. 18, 22, 34) Volume u...
Page 16 - First Time Setup; Turn the TV On with the POWER button; Select your language; Be sure to select “Home”
16 First Time Setup “First time setup” 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. 28-29) is set to “No”. or ■ Press to exit from a menu screen ■ Press to return to the previous screen Turn the TV On w...
Page 17 - First; Adjust the clock; Auto channel setup; Select “ANT/Cable setup”; Select “ANT in”; ANT in
17 Quick Start Guide First T ime Setup ■ Press to exit from a menu screen Note To change setting (Language/Clock/ Auto program/Input labels) later, go to Menu screen (p. 28) Adjust the clock First time setup Language Clock ANT/Cable setupInput labels next select 2009 17 10 AM 10 Clock Year MonthDayH...
Page 18 - Select scanning mode; Start scanning the channels; Set the Input labels
18 ■ Press to exit from a menu 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 Select scanning mode (ALL channels/Analog only/Digital only) Auto program All ch...
Page 19 - Watching TV; To watch TV and other functions; Turn power on; Select a channel number; Select Audio Mode for watching TV; Digital mode; Analog mode; Switches Closed Caption mode On or Off; Press SUB MENU to show sub menu screen.
19 Quick Start Guide V iewing Watching TV First T ime Setup Watching TV Connect the TV to a cable box/cable, set-top-box, satellite box or antenna cable (p. 11-14) To watch TV and other functions Turn power on (TV) or Note If the mode is not TV, press and select TV. (p. 24) Select a channel number u...
Page 20 - THE NEWS; Favorite Feature
20 Watching TV Watching TV (Continued) ■ Other Useful Functions (Operate after ) Information Recall ■ Displays or removes the channel banner. 15-2 12:30 PM 30 THE NEWS CC SAP TV-G 1 0 8 0 i Standard 4:3 ABC-HD Channel Station identifier SAP indication Signal resolution Rating Level Picture mode Slee...
Page 21 - iewing; Using; Using VIERA TOOLS; Display VIERA TOOLS
21 V iewing Using VIERA T OOLS Watching TV Using VIERA TOOLS VIERA TOOLS are the easy way to access high use 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 ■ ...
Page 22 - Viewing from an SD Card; Insert the SD card; Set “SD card setting” and select “Play SD card now”; Manual operation; Select the data to be viewed; View; Photo viewer
22 Viewing from an SD Card You can view photos taken with a digital camera or digital video camera and saved on an SD card.(Media other than SD Cards may not be reproduced properly.) ■ Press to exit from a menu screen ■ Press to return to the previous screen Insert the SD card * This setting will be...
Page 23 - iewing from SD Card; SD Card; Photo
23 V iewing V iewing from SD Card SD Card Insert the card Remove the card Label surface Push until a click is heard Press in lightly on SD Card, then release. Compliant card type (maximum capacity): SDHC Card (16 GB), SD Card (2 GB), miniSD Card (1 GB) (requiring miniSD Card adapter) For cautions an...
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; Operate the connected equipment using the remote
24 Watching Videos and DVDs If you have applicable equipment connected to the TV, you can watch videos and DVDs on the TV’s 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 mo...
Page 25 - atching V; Setting; Press to exit from; Display menu; Select “VIERA Link settings”; Select “On”
25 V iewing W atching V ideos and DVDs VIERA Link TM Setting If you connect equipment that has the “HDAVI Control” function to a TV using an HDMI cable, you will find it easier to use. Please refer to p. 30-35. Before using these functions, you need to set “VIERA Link” setting to “On” as shown below...
Page 26 - Timer; Menu list; Select the menu; Select the item; Adjust or select
26 Menu Item VIERA Link VIERA Link control Speaker output Picture Reset to defaults Picture mode Contrast, Brightness, Color, Tint, Sharpness Color temp. C.A.T.S. Video NR Zoom adjustments Advanced picture 3D Y/C filter Color matrix MPEG NR Black level H size Audio Reset to defaults Bass Treble Bala...
Page 27 - Advanced
27 Advanced How to Use Menu Functions (picture, sound quality , etc.) In AV mode, the Audio menu and Setup menu give fewer options. Adjustments/Configurations (alternatives) [VIERA Link control] Selects equipment to access and operate. (Recorder/Home theater/Player/Camcorder/LUMIX) (p. 34-35) [Speak...
Page 28 - Connected; Select “Setup”; Display Sub Menu
28 Menu Item Setup SUB MENU Channel surf mode Set favorite Edit CH caption Signal meter Menu Item Setup Channel surf mode Language Clock ANT/Cable setup Connected devices Input labels Anti Image retention Pixel orbiter Time (minutes) 4:3 side bars Scrolling bar VIERA Link settings VIERA Link Power o...
Page 30 - HDMI cable
30 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 4” function. Conne...
Page 31 - VIERA; “HDA; Connections; Setting of this unit after connection
31 Advanced VIERA Link TM “HDA VI Control TM ” COMPONENT IN VIDEO IN 1 1 2 VIDEO S VIDEO AUDIO R P R P B Y L R P R P B Y L R L HDMI 1 HDMI 2 COMPONENT IN VIDEO IN 1 1 2 VIDEO S VIDEO AUDIO R P R P B Y L R P R PP B Y L R L VIERA Link TM Connections Follow the connection diagrams below for HDAVI contr...
Page 34 - Display VIERA Link menu; Select; Set
34 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. 30 ■ Press to exit from a menu screen ■ Press to return to the previous screen Display VIERA Link men...
Page 35 - Mute; Available TV’s remote control buttons
35 Advanced VIERA Link TM “HDA VI Control TM ” (Continued) You can select Home theater or TV speakers for audio output. Control theater speakers with the TV’s remote control. This function is available only when Panasonic Amplifier or Player theater is connected. Select “Speaker output” Select “Home...
Page 38 - Editing and Setting Channels; Select the function; To reset the settings of setup menu
38 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 menu Select “Setup” Menu VIERA Link PictureAudioTimerLockSD cardClosed Caption Setup next select Select “ANT/Cable setup” Setup 1/2...
Page 39 - Favorite; Add
39 Advanced Editing and Setting Channels Automatically searches and adds available channels to the memory. Select “ANT in” Select Cable or Antenna (p. 17) Or select “Not used” to skip TV tuning. Select “Auto program” S l Cable ANT/Cable setup ANT in Auto program Manual programSignal meter next selec...
Page 40 - Closed Caption; Display; 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
40 Closed Caption Closed Caption Display Closed 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 Closed Caption (CC) information. (p. 45) ■ Select the item and set Primary CC1 On Closed Caption ...
Page 41 - Input Labels; Select the terminal and label of the external equipment; Select “Connected devices”
41 Advanced Input Labels Closed Caption Input Labels Input labels Display labels of Connected devices Devices connected to external input terminals can be labeled for easier identification during input selection. (In selecting input mode from p. 24 ) ■ Select the terminal and label of the external e...
Page 42 - Using Timer; Select the timer to set; Set the timer
42 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. 17) The “Sleep” timer and “On / Off timer” will not work if the “Auto power on” (p. 28) is set. ■ Press to exit from a menu screen ■ Press to return to the...
Page 43 - Recommended; Recommended AV Connections
43 Advanced Recommended A V Connections Using T imer COMPONENT IN VIDEO IN 1 1 2 VIDEO S VIDEO AUDIO R P R P B Y L R P R P B Y L R L HDMI 1 HDMI 2 VIDEO S VIDEO AUDIO R P R PP B Y L Recommended AV Connections These diagrams show our recommendations or how to connect the TV unit to your various equip...
Page 44 - Ratings List for Lock
44 Ratings List for Lock “V-chip” technology enables you to lock channels or shows according to standard ratings set by the entertainment industry. (p. 37) ■ 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 a...
Page 45 - Technical Information
45 FAQs, 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 as...
Page 46 - Message; SD Card warning messages
46 Technical Information Message Meaning SD card slot is empty. The card is not inserted. No photos The card has no data or this type of data is not supported. Cannot read file The file is broken or unreadable. The TV does not support the format. Data format for SD Card browsing Photo: Still images ...
Page 47 - HDMI connection; DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminals
47 FAQs, etc. T echnical Information (Continued) VIERA Link TM “HDAVI Control TM ” HDMI connections to some Panasonic equipment allow you to interface automatically. (p. 30) This function may not work normally depending on the equipment condition. The equipment can be operated by other remote contro...
Page 48 - Scrolling bar; H size
48 Technical Information (Continued) 4:3 side bars Do not display a picture in 4:3 mode for an extended period, as this can cause “Image retention” to remain on either or both sides of the display field. To reduce the risk of such “Image retention”, change the brightness of the side bars. See pages ...
Page 49 - Care and Cleaning; First, unplug the Power cord plug from the wall outlet.; Display panel; Pedestal
49 FAQs, etc. 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 the surf...
Page 50 - FAQ
50 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. 54, 55) For additional assistance, please contact us via the...
Page 51 - Problem
51 FAQs, 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 (both...
Page 52 - Specifications
52 TC-P42X1 TC-P50X1 Power Source AC 120 V, 60 Hz Power Consumption Maximum 286 W 399 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 53 - Limited Warranty; Limited Warranty Coverage; Panasonic Plasma Television
53 FAQs, etc. Limited W arranty (for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico only) Specifications Limited Warranty (for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico only) Limited Warranty Coverage If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company (referred to as...
Page 54 - Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto Rico)
54 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 55 - Limited W; Panasonic Canada Inc.; LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS; WARRANTY SERVICE; For product operation and information assistance,; IF YOU SHIP THE PRODUCT TO A SERVICENTRE
55 FAQs, etc. Limited W arranty (for Canada) Customer Services Directory (for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico) Limited Warranty (for Canada) Panasonic Canada Inc. PANASONIC PRODUCT - LIMITED WARRANTY Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to...
