Page 2 - Enjoy rich multimedia; Experience an amazing level of
2 Enjoy rich multimedia Camcorder Amplifier with Speaker system VCR DVD Player Blu-ray Disc Player DVD Recorder Set top box SD Card Personal computer Experience an amazing level of multimedia excitement Sharp pictures with HDMI terminal Create home theatre and DVD recorder link-ups with “VIERA Link”...
Page 3 - Contents; Be Sure to Read; Safety Precautions ······························ 4; Quick Start Guide; DLNA; License; Even if no special notation has been made of
Contents Be Sure to Read Safety Precautions ······························ 4 (Warning / Caution)Notes ················································ 5 Quick Start Guide Accessories / Options ·························· 6Basic Connection ································ 9Identifying Controls ·······...
Page 4 - Safety Precautions; If you find any; Warning; To prevent the spread
C Safety Precautions 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 with a wet hand. (Thi...
Page 5 - Caution; Safety Precautions | Notes; Notes
Caution Safety Precautions | Notes 5 This appliance is intended for use in tropical climatesWhen cleaning the TV, remove the mains plug ● Cleaning an energised 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 con...
Page 6 - Accessories / Options; Standard accessories
Accessories / Options 6 Accessories / Options Remote Control ● N2QAYB000603 EXIT INFO OPTION TEXT F.P. INDEX HOLD RETURN MENU SURROUND INPUT MUTE LAST VIEW SD C AR D VIERA TOOLS VI ER A Lin k AV TV PC abc def jk l ghi mno tuv pqrs wxyz ASPECT R G Y B POWER CH VOL TV EXIT INFO OPTION TEXT F.P. INDEX ...
Page 7 - Installing the pedestal hole cover sheet; Figure A; Attaching the pedestal
Accessories / Options 7 et or n lf d ge Installing the pedestal hole cover sheet (Not applicable for TH-L42U30M) You need to install the pedestal hole cover sheet only if you opt to mount your TV on the wall. 1 Slide the cover sheet into the pedestal hole area until it locks into place (follow the a...
Page 8 - Inserting and removing remote’s batteries
Accessories / Options 8 B Ex Ple lea ● K ● D ● D ● T te ● If w ● Y s ● A th ● V ● O ● R Open Hook Note the correct polarity (+ or − ) 1 2 Close Caution ● Incorrect installation may cause battery leakage and corrosion, resulting in damage to the remote control. ● Do not mix old and new batteries. ● D...
Page 9 - Basic Connection; Note; Rear of the TV
Basic Connection 9 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. Note ● Keep some space between the TV and RF cable to prevent distorted image. ● Do no...
Page 10 - Identifying Controls; About the Operation Guide; Operation
Identifying Controls 10 R Identifying Controls 1 USB port 2 SD Card slot 3 HDMI3 terminal 4 AV3 terminals 5 Headphones jack 6 Remote control signal receiver ● Do not place any objects between the TV remote control signal receiver and remote control. 7 C.A.T.S. (Contrast Automatic Tracking System) se...
Page 11 - Remote Control; by
Identifying Controls 11 Remote Control en e by nd u 1 On / Standby switch ● Switches TV On or sets it to standby 2 Sound Selection ● Selects sound output mode during multiplex broadcast (p. 64) 3 [Main Menu] (p. 22) ● Press to access Picture, Sound and Setup Menus 4 Information (p. 16) ● Displays ch...
Page 12 - Plug the TV into mains socket and switch On; set; Select your area; select; Auto Tuning starts; Set up the wireless LAN connection; confirm; To
Auto T uning 12 Auto Tuning INFO RETURN TV abc def jk l ghi mno tuv pqrs wxyz Y POWER Search and store TV channels automatically. ● These steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed by your local dealer. 1 Plug the TV into mains socket and switch On ● You can now use the remote control t...
Page 13 - ch; Viewing environment mode; Auto Tuning is completed
Auto T uning 13 ch To return to viewing environment selection mode if you have selected [Shop] Shop You have selected shop mode RETURN Please select your viewing environment. Home Shop Automatic Demo Off On RETURN ● To change viewing environment mode later on, reset all settings by accessing Shippin...
Page 14 - Setup the wireless LAN connection; Wireless LAN connection setup is completed
Auto T uning 14 OPT PO I Setup the wireless LAN connection Setup the wireless LAN connection to enable the network service functions. ● To setup the wireless LAN connection, a wireless LAN Adaptor is required. ● Confirm the encryption key, settings and positions of your access point before starting ...
Page 15 - atching TV; Watching TV; Hold; Freeze / unfreeze picture; Turn on the TV; Other useful functions; Display; Main Menu; access; change
W atching TV 15 OPTION HOLD MENU LAST VIEW TV TV abc def jk l ghi mno tuv pqrs wxyz ASPECT POWER CH INPUT INFO es. . n s. Watching TV Hold Freeze / unfreeze picture HOLD Note ● When the TV is switched to standby, there will be a clicking sound after a short delay. This is normal. 1 Turn on the TV ● ...
Page 16 - Display Information banner; Display the selectable settings for the current programme; Last view
W atching TV 16 Display Information banner Display Information banner INFO ● Also appears when changing channel Display the selectable settings for the current programme 1 Check or change the current programme status instantly OPTION 2 Change change select [Channel Colour Set] Sets colour density [P...
Page 17 - Change aspect ratio; Press repeatedly until you reach the desired mode; If Aspect Selection list is displayed after you press; Change OSD language
W atching TV 17 Change aspect ratio Enjoy viewing the image at its optimum size and aspect. Press repeatedly until you reach the desired mode ASPECT ■ If Aspect Selection list is displayed after you press ASPECT Aspect Selection 16:9 14:9Just4:34:3 FullZoom1Zoom2Zoom3 Select EXIT RETURN Change Aspec...
Page 18 - Viewing Teletext; Switch to Teletext; up; TELETEXT
V iewing T eletext 18 Viewing Teletext V Wa ME ● O F ME S Sto Co bu dis ■ Co yo V Vie ■ ME ● S T It W Wa Te ME ● T 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 col...
Page 19 - View in multi window; Store frequently viewed pages; press and hold; View sub page; Watch TV while waiting for update; Broadcast
V iewing T eletext 19 View in multi window Watch TV and Teletext in two windows at once MENU (press twice) ● Operations can be made only on the Teletext screen. FULL / TOP / BOTTOM (TOP) (BOTTOM) Normal (FULL) MENU G (Expand the TOP half) (Expand the BOTTOM half) Store frequently viewed pages Store ...
Page 20 - atching External Inputs; Watching External Inputs; To return to TV; Display the Input Selection menu; View; PAL
W atching External Inputs 20 Watching External Inputs H ● If d Connect the external equipment (VCRs, DVD equipment, PC, etc.) to watch the input from the equipment. ● To connect the equipment (p. 9, 58 - 60) TV AV TV PC INPUT ■ To return to TV 1 Display the Input Selection menu 2 Select the input mo...
Page 21 - How to Use VIERA TOOLS; Display the icon of the features; Follow the operations of each feature; “Using DLNA
How to Use VIERA T OOLS 21 How to Use VIERA TOOLS Note ● If the selected feature is not available, a demonstration to explain how the feature works can be displayed. Press the OK button to view the demonstration after selecting the unavailable feature. nt. e e d EXIT TV VIERA TOOLS You can access so...
Page 22 - How to Use the Menu Functions; Display the menu; Select the item; Adjust or select; store or access (Required by some functions); Choose from among alternatives; Adjust using the slide bar; Go to the next screen; To reset the settings
How to Use the Menu Functions 22 How to Use the Menu Functions Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions. ■ To return to TV at any time EXIT ■ To return to the previous screen RETURN ■ To change menu pages CH up down ■ Yo AUau Use Na ● Y ghi pqrs Ev othCo E...
Page 23 - Store
How to Use the Menu Functions 23 ■ Enter characters by free input menu You can enter names or numbers freely for some items. A B C D E F G H I J K L M N U V W X Y Z 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 a b c d e f g h i j k l m n u v w x y z ( ) + - . * _ O P Q R S T 7 8 9 ! : # o p q r s t User input Name Set characters ...
Page 24 - Picture
How to Use the Menu Functions 24 S Advanced Settings R 1 Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Viewing Mode • Dynamic • Normal • Cinema • True Cinema • Game Basic picture mode [Dynamic]: Provides enhanced picture contrast and sharpness when viewing in a bright room. [Normal]: Recommende...
Page 30 - Tuning and Editing Channels
Tuning and Editing Channels 30 Tuning and Editing Channels You can make Auto Tuning, listing your favourite channels, skipping unwanted channels, etc. EXIT RETURN TV abc def jk l ghi mno tuv pqrs wxyz R G Y B CH INPUT AV TV PC INPUT TV ■ To return to TV EXIT Preparations: 1 Select TV mode 2 Display ...
Page 31 - Select a channel and reveal / hide; store
Tuning and Editing Channels 31 [Channel List Edit] - Skip unwanted channels / Edit channels (Change name, move) You can hide unwanted channels. The hidden channels cannot be displayed except in this function. Use this function to skip unwanted channels. Select a channel and reveal / hide 99 ***** 1 ...
Page 32 - Select the channel / input to be locked; To change the PIN number; In
Child Lock 32 Child Lock EXIT MENU TV abc def jk l ghi mno tuv pqrs wxyz B G Y You can lock specific channels / AV input terminals to control who could watch them. When the locked channel / input is selected, a message appears; by entering the PIN number, you can watch it. [Child Lock] - Control cha...
Page 33 - Input Labels; that is not connected to any equipment.; You can name each input mode freely.; Set characters one by one; You can also set the characters by using the numeric; Select an input terminal and set
Input Labels 33 it. s Input Labels ■ To return to TV EXIT EXIT RETURN MENU TV abc def jk l ghi mno tuv pqrs wxyz For easier identification and selection of the input mode, you can label each input mode or skip terminal that is not connected to any equipment. ● To select the input mode (p. 20) ■ User...
Page 35 - Using Media Player
Using Media Player 35 on Using Media Player Media Player allows you to enjoy photo, video or music recorded on an SD Card or a USB Flash Memory. VIERA IMAGE VIEWER is a function that enables easy-viewing of photos or videos recorded on an SD Card on the TV screen by simply inserting the SD Card into...
Page 36 - Change the device; Starting Media Player; Insert the SD Card or USB Flash Memory; Select the content
Using Media Player 36 Change the device You can change to the other device input directly in the same mode if two or more devices are connected. 1 Display the menu 2 Select the icon you want to access Y Media Player Drive Select SD Card EXITSelectRETURN Access selected device name access select ■ To...
Page 37 - Photo mode; To sort by folder, recorded date or recorded month; Folder view
Using Media Player 37 to Photo mode Supported file format (p. 65) The thumbnail of all the photos in the SD Card or USB Flash Memory will be displayed.Example : Thumbnail - [All photos] OPTION SD Card EXIT Select RETURN Media Player Photo All photos Slideshow View Select Drive Select Contents Select...
Page 38 - Photo Setup
Using Media Player 38 [Single view] - Photos are displayed one at a time. Select the file from the thumbnail of photos to be viewed select access Example : Single view Single view Stop EXIT Select RETURN Rotate Operation guide ● To display / hide the operation guide INFO ● To return to thumbnail RET...
Page 39 - Item
Using Media Player 39 ail. Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Frame Selects the indication frame of the slideshow [Off] / [Multi] / [Collage] / [Drift (+ calendar)] / [Drift] / [Gallery (+ calendar)] / [Gallery] / [Cinema] [Multi]: 9 division display like tiled design. [Collage]: A pho...
Page 40 - Change the contents; Video mode
Using Media Player 40 Change the contents You can switch to the other mode of Media Player from the thumbnail view. 1 While the thumbnail is displayed, display the contents selection B 2 Select the contents OPTION SD Card EXIT Select RETURN Media Player Photo All photos Slideshow View Select Content...
Page 42 - Confirm or change the current status; Audio output settings
Using Media Player 42 Confirm or change the current status You can confirm or change the current status of the content. ● Menu items and selectable options vary depending on the content. 1 Display the option menu during playback 2 Select [Video Setup] 3 Select the items and set OPTION Option Menu Vi...
Page 43 - Music mode
Using Media Player 43 ] Music mode Supported file format (p. 66) The thumbnail of music folders in the SD Card or USB Flash Memory will be displayed. Example : Thumbnail - [Folder view] OPTION My Music_1 My Music_2 My Music_3 Media Player Music Folder view SD Card EXIT Select RETURN Play Folder Cont...
Page 44 - Using Network Services
Using Network Services 44 Using Network Services DLNA ® This TV is a DLNA Certified™ product. DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) is a standard that makes DLNA Certified digital electronics easier and more convenient to use on a home network. To learn more, visit www.dlna.org. It allows you to sh...
Page 45 - Network connections; Example 2; Internet
Using Network Services 45 er is Network connections To use only DLNA features, you can operate the features without Broadband network environment. To enjoy the Internet contents, you need a Broadband network environment. ● If you do not have any Broadband network services, please consult your retail...
Page 46 - Network settings for the LAN Cable connection; This setting is for the network connection using the LAN cable.; The available settings are displayed automatically.
Using Network Services 46 [Network Setup] ● Ensure the connections are completed before starting Network Setup. “Network connections” (p. 45) EXIT RETURN MENU abc def jk l ghi mno tuv pqrs wxyz ■ To return to TV EXIT Preparations: 1 Display the menu 2 Select [Setup] MENU access select 1 Select [Netw...
Page 47 - Select [Connection Test] and access to test
Using Network Services 47 5), re. 2 ■ [Proxy Settings] Select [Proxy Settings] and set the items IP Address Acquire IP Address Subnet MaskGateway DNS Address Proxy Settings IP/DNS Settings Auto Auto Access 192.168.11.1 192.168.11.1 255.255.255.0 192.168.11.5 Acquire DNS Address access select After s...
Page 48 - Network settings for the Wireless LAN connection; Select the connection type and set; Update TV’s software
Using Network Services 48 Network settings for the Wireless LAN connection This setting is for the network connection using Wireless LAN Adaptor. ● Confirm the encryption key, settings and positions of your access point before starting setup. For details, read the manual of the access point. 1 Selec...
Page 49 - Using DLNA; Select the file (photo or video) to be viewed
Using Network Services 49 k. e. EXIT INFO OPTION RETURN MENU TV ASPECT R G B VIERA TOOLS Using DLNA ® features ● Ensure the preparation of the media server, network connections and network settings are completed. “Media server” (p. 44), “Network connections” (p. 45), “Network Setup” (p. 46 - 48) ■ T...
Page 50 - For photo file; For video file; For music file
Using Network Services 50 For photo file [Single view] - Displayed one at a time Operation guide Single view Single view Rotate Stop EXITSelectRETURN ● To display / hide the operation guide INFO ● To operate Single view To the previous photo To the next photoSlideshowStop (return to list) ● To rotat...
Page 52 - Accessing the Internet contents; USB Keyboard; Su; Co
Using Network Services 52 Accessing the Internet contents This function allows you to access the Internet contents. ● You need a broadband Internet connection to use these functions. Dial-up Internet connections cannot be used. ● Ensure that the network connections and network settings are completed...
Page 53 - VIERA Link “HDAVI ControlTM”; Connection; VIERA Link Functions
VIERA Link Functions 53 ot s. VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” Enjoy additional HDMI interoperability with Panasonic products which have “HDAVI Control” function. This TV supports “HDAVI Control 5” function. Connections to equipment with HDMI cable such as a DIGA Recorder, HD Video Camera, Player theatre...
Page 55 - Access and pause the live TV programme; To operate Pause Live TV; Select [Direct TV Rec] and start recording; To stop recording; Features available
VIERA Link Functions 55 via o n. 29) e to [Pause Live TV] You can pause the live TV programme and resume later. Live TV programmes will be recorded on HDD of the connected DIGA Recorder. ● This function is available with a DIGA Recorder which has HDD. ● If you connect a variety of recorders includin...
Page 56 - Access and operate the menu of the equipment
VIERA Link Functions 56 EXIT OPTION RETURN R G Y B [VIERA Link Control] - Operate the connected equipment with VIERA remote control 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 settin...
Page 57 - Access and control the speaker volume
VIERA Link Functions 57 MUTE TV VOL [Speaker Selection] - Speaker control You can control the theatre speaker 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. 53 ...
Page 58 - External Equipment; Types of connectable equipment to each terminal
External Equipment 58 External Equipment These diagrams show our recommendations for connecting your TV to various equipment. For other connections, consult the instructions for each equipment, the table below, and the specifications (p. 71). Types of connectable equipment to each terminal Equipment...
Page 59 - To play back; DVD Recorder; HDMI equipment; DVD Player
External Equipment 59 3 Rear of the TV AV1 IN AV2 IN AUDIO OUT AV IN HDMI 1 AV1 IN AV2 IN AUDIO OUT AV IN HDMI 1 AV1 IN AV2 IN AUDIO OUT To play back DVD Recorder or VCR Aerial RF cable or Fully wired HDMI compliant cable 1 1 : Only for DVD Recorder HDMI equipment Fully wired HDMI compliant cabl...
Page 61 - Technical Information; Channel Allocation
Technical Information 61 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...
Page 62 - HDMI connection; HD
Technical Information 62 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 equi...
Page 63 - or; Input signal that can be displayed; Mark: Applicable input signal; Signal name; Signals other than the above may not be displayed properly.
Technical Information 63 or n Input signal that can be displayed COMPONENT (Y, P B /C B , P R /C R ), HDMI Mark: Applicable input signal Signal name COMPONENT HDMI 525 (480) / 60i525 (480) / 60p625 (576) / 50i625 (576) / 50p750 (720) / 60p750 (720) / 50p1,125 (1,080) / 60i1,125 (1,080) / 50i1,125 (1...
Page 64 - Message
Technical Information 64 On-screen messages Message Meaning / Action Cannot read file ● The file is broken or unreadable. ● The TV does not support the format. No Device Inserted ● Confirm SD Card or USB device is inserted correctly. No valid file to play ● The card has no data. This operation is no...
Page 66 - Re
Technical Information 66 Re So Wh wh ● W c ● ● ● DivX DivX Certified ® to play DivX ® video up to HD 1080p, including premium content. ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX ® is a digital video format created by DivX, Inc. This is an official DivX Certified ® device that plays DivX video. Visit www.divx.com for mo...
Page 67 - Network
Technical Information 67 Regarding DivX content that can only be played a set number of times Some DivX VOD content can only be played a set number of times. When you play this content, the remaining number of plays is displayed. You cannot play this content when the number of remaining plays is zer...
Page 68 - FAQs; Screen
Frequently Asked Questions An error message appears ● Follow the message’s instructions. ● If the problem persists, contact your local Panasonic dealer. The LCD panel moves slightly when it is pushed with a finger. Clattered sound might be heard ● There are some looseness around the panel to prevent...
Page 69 - Problem
Frequently Asked Questions d s 69 Problem Actions Screen Chaotic image, noisy ● Change the setting of [P-NR] in the Picture Menu (to remove noise). (p. 24) ● Check nearby electrical products (car, motorcycle, fluorescent lamp). No image can be displayed ● Is [Colour] or [Contrast] in the Picture Men...
Page 70 - Maintenance; First, remove the mains plug from the socket outlet.; This may degrade surface quality or cause peeling of the paint.; Mains plug; Power
Maintenance 70 Maintenance First, remove the mains plug from the socket outlet. Display panel, Cabinet, Pedestal 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 with c...
Page 71 - al; Specifications; Connection T; This TV supports “HDAVI control 5” function.
Specifications 71 . . p al n l Specifications Power Source AC Auto 110 - 240 V, 50 / 60 Hz Power Consumption Power Rating 189 W Standby condition 0.25 W Display panel Aspect Ratio 16:9 Visible screen size 106 cm (diagonal) 930 mm (W) × 523 mm (H) Number of pixels 2,073,600 (1,920 (W) × 1,080 (H)) So...
Page 72 - Customer’s Record; theft or loss, and for Warranty Service purposes.; Model Number
F0311-0311-0611-2 Printed in Malaysia Web Site : http://panasonic.net © Panasonic Corporation 2011 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 b...
