Page 2 - Enjoy rich multimedia; Experience an amazing level of
2 Enjoy rich multimedia Experience an amazing level of multimedia excitement Sharp pictures with HDMI terminalCreate home theatre and DVD recorder link-ups with “VIERA Link” without complicated settings! VCR Amplifier with Speaker System DVD Recorder DVD player / Blu-ray Disc player Set top box Pers...
Page 3 - Quick Start; Contents; Be sure to Read; Standard accessories; Inserting and removing remote’s; Quick Start Guide; Caution; Technical
Operating Instructions EXIT TEXT F.P. INDEX HOLD PROGRAMME REC MENU SURROUND TV PC AV OPTION RETURN MUTE RECALL R G Y B POWER POWER OFF TIMER ASPECT INPUT Basic Advanced Technical Quick Start Guide 3 Contents Be sure to Read ● Safety Precautions ····························· 4(Warning / Caution) ● T...
Page 4 - Safety Precautions; If you find any; Warning
● Mains plug types vary between countries. 4 Safety Precautions 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. ● Do not touch the mains plug...
Page 5 - Notes; Adjust the LCD panel to your desired angle
5 ■ This appliance is intended for use in tropical climates ■ When cleaning the TV, remove the mains plug ● Cleaning an energized TV may cause electrical shock. ■ When the TV is not going to be used for a long period of time, remove the mains plug ● This TV will still consume some power even in the ...
Page 6 - Accessories / Options; Assembling the pedestal; Securing the TV; Attaching the pedestal
Assembly screws (4) Assembly screws (4) Bracket (1) Base (1) A C D B B 6 Accessories / Options Do not use the pedestal for any other TV or displays. ● Otherwise the TV or the display may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result. Do not use the pedestal if it becomes warped or phy...
Page 7 - Rear of the TV; Screw for fixing the TV onto the wall-hanging; Optional accessories
Quick Start Guide 7 Accessories / Options Please contact your nearest Panasonic dealer to purchase the recommended wall-hanging bracket. For additional details, please refer to the wall-hanging bracket installation manual. Wall-hanging bracket ● TY-WK3L2RW ● Using other wall-hanging brackets, or ins...
Page 8 - Basic Connection; External equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this TV.; TV only; Do not put the RF cable close to the mains lead to avoid noise.; Connecting aerial; Note
VIDEO VIDEO L L L Y AUDIO P B /C B P R /C R R R R AUDIO AUDIO COMPONENT VIDEO PC PC AUDIO via AV2 AV2 IN AV1 IN MONITOR OUT If the antenna is placed in the wrong location, interference might happen. ● Mains plug types vary between countries. 8 Basic Connection External equipment and cables shown are...
Page 9 - TV, DVD Recorder or VCR; Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR
VIDEO VIDEO L L L Y AUDIO P B /C B P R /C R R R R AUDIO AUDIO COMPONENT VIDEO PC PC AUDIO via AV2 AV2 IN AV1 IN MONITOR OUT ● Mains plug types vary between countries. Quick Start Guide 9 Basic Connection • TH-L42U20K/T/X, TH-L42U28K, TH-L42U29K : AC AUTO 110-240 V, 50 / 60 Hz • TH-L42U20M : AC 110-2...
Page 10 - Identifying Controls; Remote control
Identifying Controls Remote control EXIT TEXT F.P. INDEX HOLD PROGRAMME REC MENU SURROUND TV PC AV OPTION RETURN MUTE RECALL R G Y B POWER POWER OFF TIMER ASPECT INPUT 10 1 9 6 7 8 10 11 12 13 2 4 5 3 15 14 17 18 20 21 22 24 25 26 19 16 23 1 Standby On / Off switch ● Switches TV On or Off standby 2 ...
Page 11 - Changes the input mode; Using the On Screen Displays; How to use remote control
Identifying Controls TV AV IN R 3 L AV 3 IN HDMI AUDIO VIDEO SD CARD Select EXITChangeRETURN Page up Page down Sound Menu 1/2 Mode Music BassTrebleBalanceHeadphone VolumeSurroundVolume CorrectionSpeaker Distance to Wall Over 30cmMPX 0 11 0 0 0 Off Stereo 6 7 5 Quick Start Guide 11 1 2 4 3 8 10 11 9 ...
Page 12 - Auto Tuning; Plug the TV into mains socket and switch On; You can now use the remote control to turn On the TV or; Viewing environment mode
RETURN Channel Plan Hong Kong CIS/E.Europe China Asia/W.Europe NZ/Indonesia CATV/Other Auto Tuning Scan 1 120 CH2 1 EXIT RETURN OSD Language English Please select your viewing environment. Home Shop Please select your viewing environment. Home Shop Shop You have selected shop mode Automatic Demo Off...
Page 13 - Basic; Auto T; Watching TV; Other useful functions; Freeze / unfreeze picture; Turn power on; Hold
MENU HOLD OPTION ASPECT POWER OFF TIMER RECALL Basic 13 Auto T uning W atching TV Watching TV ● When the TV is switched to standby, there will be a clicking sound after a short delay. This is normal. Other useful functions Freeze / unfreeze picture Turn power on Select a channel ● Mains power On / O...
Page 14 - Display information banner
TV 1 CH07 5.5MHz PAL 16:9 TV 1 CH07 5.5MHz PAL 16:9 15 OSD Language English Setup Menu Tuning Menu OSD Language Display SettingsVIERA Link SettingsSystem Menu Off Timer Off Child Lock Other Settings Access Main Menu PictureSound Setup 14 Other useful functions Check or change the current programme s...
Page 15 - atching TV; Display Aspect Selection list; Change aspect ratio
Aspect Selection 16:9 Just4:34:3 FullZoom1Zoom2Zoom3 14:9 Select Change EXIT RETURN Aspect Selection 16:9 Just4:34:3 FullZoom1Zoom2Zoom3 14:9 Basic 15 W atching TV Other useful functions Display Aspect Selection list 16:9 14:9 Just Directly displays the image at “16:9” without distortion (anamorphic...
Page 16 - Viewing Teletext; To resume; Switch to Teletext; TELETEXT; or
EXIT MENU F.P. HOLD B TEXT INDEX R G Y 16 Hold INDEX Reveal hidden data Call up a favourite page Viewing Teletext Teletext services are the text information provided by the broadcasters.The features may vary depending on the broadcasters. What is FASTEXT mode? In FASTEXT mode, four differently colou...
Page 17 - iewing T; Watch TV and Teletext in two windows at once; To change stored pages; View sub page; To view specific sub page; View the TV picture while searching for a teletext page; View in multi window
Basic 17 V iewing T eletext Functions (Teletext mode) ● Operations can be made only in Teletext screen. Watch TV and Teletext in two windows at once Normal (FULL) (BOTTOM) (Expand the BOTTOM half) (TOP) (Expand the TOP half) Store frequently viewed pages in the colour bar (List mode only) press To c...
Page 18 - Watching External inputs; To return to TV; Display the input selection menu; View
18 TV AV INPUT PROGRAMME REC POWER Watching External inputs Connect the external equipment (VCRs, DVD equipment, PC, etc.) and you can watch through the input. ● To connect the equipment p. 38, 39 The Remote Control is capable of operating some functions of selected external equipment.For details, s...
Page 19 - atching External inputs; Operating the equipment with the TV remote control
Note Basic 19 W atching External inputs Standby Set to Standby mode / Turn on Play Playback videocassette / DVD Stop Stop the operations Rewind / Skip / Search VCR: Rewind, view the picture rapidly in reverse DVD: Skip to the previous track or title Press and hold to search backward Fast-forward / S...
Page 20 - How to Use Menu Functions; Display the menu; To reset the settings
How to Use Menu Functions Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions. To return to TV at any time To return to the previous screen To change menu pages up down Display the menu Select the menu Select the item Adjust or select ● Displays the functions that ca...
Page 21 - Depending on the received signals, available items are varied.; Overview; Advanced
How to Use Menu Functions (p. 24, 25) (p. 22) (p. 23) Picture Menu 1/2 Viewing Mode Normal ContrastBrightnessColourSharpnessTintColour Balance Normal 0 90 50 5050 Backlight 0 Channel Colour Set 0 Picture Menu 2/2 OffOffOn P-NR3D-COMB Eco Mode Advanced PC SettingsReset to Defaults AccessReset Sound M...
Page 22 - Menu list; Advanced PC
22 Menu list Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Picture Viewing Mode Basic picture mode (Dynamic / Normal / Cinema / Game) In each Viewing Mode, Backlight, Contrast, Brightness, Colour, Sharpness, Tint, Colour Balance, Eco Mode and 3D-COMB can be adjusted and stored to suit your p...
Page 23 - Sound
Advanced 23 How to Use Menu Functions Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Sound Mode Basic sound mode (Music / Speech / User) ● The selected mode affects all input signals. Music : Improves sound quality for watching music video, etc. Speech : Improves sound quality for watching ne...
Page 24 - PC Setup
24 Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Setup PC Setup Input Resolution Switches to a wide view ● VGA (640 × 400 pixels), VGA (640 × 480 pixels), WVGA (852 × 400 pixels), WVGA (852 × 480 pixels), XGA (1,024 × 768 pixels), WXGA (1,280 × 768 pixels, 1,366 × 768 pixels) ● Options chang...
Page 25 - System Menu
How to Use Menu Functions Advanced 25 Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Setup System Menu Shipping Condition Resets all settings to the original condition (p. 30) Software Licence Displays the software licence information System Information Displays the system information of this...
Page 26 - Tuning and Editing Channels; Select “Tuning Menu”; For Auto Tuning, using
26 EXIT MENU Y RETURN R Tuning and Editing Channels You can make Auto Tuning, skipping unwanted channels, etc. To return to TV Select “Tuning Menu” Set (see next page) access select access select Select a function Display the menu Select “Setup” Setup Menu Off Timer Off Access Child Lock Tuning Menu...
Page 27 - uning and Editing Channels; Channel List Edit; Skip unwanted channels; Select a channel and reveal / hide; Settings are made automatically; Set all TV channels automatically; Set TV channel manually
T uning and Editing Channels Advanced 27 Channel List Edit Skip unwanted channels Select a channel and reveal / hide Channel List Editor 8 91011121314 :reveal :hide (skip) ● To reveal all channels ● To retune selected channel (Manual Tuning) You can hide unwanted channels. The hidden channels cannot...
Page 28 - Child Lock; Control channel audience; Select “Child Lock List”; To change the PIN number
28 EXIT MENU G Y Child Lock You can lock specific channels / AV input terminals and control who watches them.When the locked channel / input is selected, a message appears; by entering the PIN number, you can watch it. access select access select To return to TV Child Lock Control channel audience S...
Page 29 - Child Lock Input Labels; To select the input mode p. 18; Select an input terminal and set; The labels you set will be displayed in “Input Selection” menu (p. 18); Select “Input Labels”
Advanced 29 Child Lock Input Labels EXIT MENU 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. 18 Select an input terminal and set Select “Display Settings...
Page 30 - Select “System Menu”; Follow the on screen instructions; “Auto Tuning” will automatically start; Shipping Condition; Reset Settings; Check the message and reset
30 EXIT RETURN Confirm All tuning data will be erased Are you sure? Are you sure? Shipping Condition EXIT MENU ● To retune TV channels only, e.g. after moving house “Auto Tuning” in “Tuning and Editing Channels” (p. 27) Shipping Condition (Reset settings) Resets the TV to its original condition, i.e...
Page 31 - Shipping Condition (Reset settings) How to Use VIERA; How to Use VIERA TOOLS; Display icons of the feature; Select a feature
Advanced 31 Shipping Condition (Reset settings) How to Use VIERA T OOLS EXIT How to Use VIERA TOOLS You can access some special features easily by using the VIERA TOOLS function. To return to TV or select access Display icons of the feature VIERA Link Control Select a feature Follow the operation of...
Page 32 - To return to the; Viewing from SD Card; Insert the SD Card; Photo View
32 EXIT MENU B RETURN R G RECALL Y Photo View: View still pictures recorded on a digital camera. ● During the operation, no signals are output from any of the AV terminals ● “Date” shows the date on which the recording was made by the digital camera. It is shown with asterisks when the file has no r...
Page 33 - iewing from SD Card (VIERA; Start Slideshow; To sort by date or month recorded; To display all the photos
Advanced 33 V iewing from SD Card (VIERA IMAGE VIEWER) Main Menu PictureSound Viewing Setup Start Slideshow (operate in step ) Slideshow settings Select the photo for the first view Display the menu Select “Viewing Setup” Select the items and set ● Other items p. 22-25 ● To pause ● To return to Sing...
Page 34 - Summary of features; Connection; VIERA Link Functions; VIERA Link “
34 Summary of features Connected equipment with VIERA Link function Features DIGA Recorder 1 DVD Player / Blu-ray Disc Player 1 HD Video Camera / LUMIX Camera 1 Player theatre 2 Blu-ray Disc theatre 2 Amplifier 2 Easy playback 5 5 – Power on link – Power off linkReduce unnecessary po...
Page 35 - VIERA; Features available
Advanced 35 VIERA Link Functions Features available ● This function may not work properly depending on the connected equipment. ● For DIGA Recorder / DVD Player / Blu-ray Disc Player / HD Video Camera / LUMIX Camera with VIERA Link function, connect to HDMI1, HDMI2 or HDMI3 terminal via an HDMI cabl...
Page 36 - Access and operate the menu of the equipment; The menu of the accessed equipment; Operate the connected equipment with VIERA remote control
36 OPTION B RETURN R G Y EXIT You can control some functions of the connected equipment with this TV remote control by pointing at the TV’s signal receiver. ● If you cannot operate, check the settings and the equipment “Summary of features”, “Connection”, “Preparations” (p. 34, 35) ● For details of ...
Page 37 - Access and control the speaker volume; Home Cinema; Speaker control
Advanced 37 MUTE ● These functions may not work properly depending on the connected equipment. ● Image or sound may not be available for the first few seconds when input mode is switched. ● Easy playback may be available by using the remote control for Player theatre, Blu-ray Disc theatre or Amplifi...
Page 38 - External Equipment; To listen with speakers; Headphones; To adjust volume; “Headphone Volume” in; Game; Types of connectable equipment to each terminal
38 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. 50). Terminal Recording / Playback (equipment) AV1 IN AV2 IN AV3 ...
Page 39 - HDMI terminal; To watch satellite; To watch DVDs; HDMI equipment
Advanced 39 External Equipment HDMI2(ARC) AV IN AV IN HDMI1 Hot Plug Detect 19 DDC/CEC Ground 17SCL 15CEC 13TMDS Clock Shield 11TMDS Data0 − 9 TMDS Data0+ 7 TMDS Data1 Shield 5TMDS Data2 − 3 TMDS Data2+ 1 18 +5V Power 16 SDA 14 Reserved (in cable but N.C. on device) 12 TMDS Clock − 10 TMDS Clock+ 8 ...
Page 40 - Technical Information; Channel Allocation
40 Technical Information Channel Allocation Channel Plan Asia/W. Europe CIS/ E.Europe China Hong Kong NZ/ Indonesia Indian CATV South Africa American System American CATV Japan CH DISPLAY Receive channel 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 11 12 13 14 15 16 19 20 – – 2 11 12 – – – – – – – – 1 2 11 12 – – – – – – – – 1 ...
Page 41 - Stereo / Bilingual Sound Selection
Technical 41 Technical Information Stereo / Bilingual Sound Selection When you receive the stereo / bilingual sound system, sound output modes can be selected by pressing the Stereo / Bilingual Sound Selection button. Audio Signal STEREO MAIN SUB MONO Mode Indicator NICAM .......Used in New Zealand,...
Page 42 - HDMI connection; Applicable HDMI features
42 Technical Information HDMI connection HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) is the world’s first complete digital consumer AV interface complying with a non-compression standard.HDMI allows you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality sound by connecting the TV and the equip...
Page 43 - Signals other than above may not be displayed properly.; Input signal that can be displayed; COMPONENT
Technical 43 Technical Information ● Signals other than above may not be displayed properly. ● The above signals are reformatted for optimal viewing on your display. ● PC signal is magnified or compressed for display, so that it may not be possible to show fine detail with sufficient clarity. Input ...
Page 44 - PC connection; Some PC models cannot be connected to this TV.
44 Technical Information 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...
Page 45 - SD Card; Cautions in handling SD Card; On screen messages
Technical 45 ● Format the card with the recording equipment. ● The picture may not appear correctly on this TV depending on the recording equipment used. ● Display may take some time when there are many files and folders. ● This function cannot display Motion JPEG and still image not JPEG formatted ...
Page 46 - Maintenance; Mains plug; First, remove the mains plug from the socket outlet.
46 Maintenance Caution Display panel, Cabinet, Pedestal Mains plug First, remove the mains plug from the socket outlet. For regular care: Gently wipe the surface of the display panel, cabinet, or pedestal by using a soft cloth to clean the dirt or fingerprints. For stubborn dirt: Dampen a soft cloth...
Page 47 - FAQs
Technical 47 Maintenance FAQs FAQs 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 for assistance. White spots or shadow images (noise) ● Check the position, direction, and con...
Page 48 - Problem; Screen; Is the volume set to the minimum?; HDMI; Turn Off the TV and equipment, then turn them On again.; Other; Auto power standby function is activated.
48 FAQs Problem Actions Screen Chaotic image, noisy ● Change the setting of “P-NR” in the Picture Menu(to remove noise) (p. 22). ● Check nearby electrical products(car, motorcycle, fluorescent lamp). No image can be displayed ● Is “Colour” or “Contrast” in the Picture Menu set to the minimum? (p. 22...
Page 49 - Licence; HDAVI ControlTM is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation.; This product incorporates the following software:
Technical 49 FAQs Licence Licence ● VGA is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. ● S-VGA is a registered trademark of the Video Electronics Standard Association. ● SDHC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. ● HDMI, the HDMI Logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are tradema...
Page 50 - Specifications
50 Specifications TH-L42U20K/T/X, TH-L42U28K, TH-L42U29K TH-L42U20M TH-L42U20R Power Source AC AUTO 110-240 V, 50 / 60 Hz AC 110-240 V, 50 / 60 Hz AC Single 220-240 V, 50 / 60 Hz Power Consumption Average use 187 W 178 W Standby condition 0.5 W Display panel Aspect Ratio 16:9 Visible screen size 106...
Page 51 - Memo; pecifications
Technical 51 Memo S pecifications TH-L42U20,28,29KMRTX_EN.indd 51 TH-L42U20,28,29KMRTX_EN.indd 51 3/23/2010 3:30:51 PM 3/23/2010 3:30:51 PM
Page 52 - Customer’s Record; or loss, and for Warranty Service purposes.
Customer’s Record The model number and serial number of this product may be found on its rear panel. You should note the model number and the 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...
