Panasonic Viera TH-P42U30D Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic Viera TH-P42U30D Operating Instructions Manual

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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 the event of
theft or loss, and for Warranty Service purposes.
Model Number
Web Site : http://panasonic.net
© Panasonic Corporation 2011
Serial Number
M0211-1031
Printed in Thailand

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  • Page 1 Warranty Service purposes. Model Number Serial Number M0211-1031 Printed in Thailand Web Site : http://panasonic.net © Panasonic Corporation 2011...
  • Page 2 TH-P46U30M TH-P50U30V TH-P46U30P Operating Instructions Plasma Television Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product. Please read these instructions before operating your set and retain them for future reference. The images shown in this manual are for illustrative purposes only. English...
  • Page 3 Experience an amazing level of multimedia excitement Sharp pictures with HDMI terminal Create home theatre and DVD recorder link-ups with “VIERA Link” without complicated settings! Enjoy rich multimedia Camcorder SD Card Personal computer Amplifier with Speaker system Set top box DVD Recorder DVD Player Blu-ray Disc Player...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    External Equipment ··································56 VGA is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. S-VGA is a registered trademark of the Video Electronics Standard Association. HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic Technical Corporation. Technical Information······························· 59 Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Inc.
  • Page 5: Safety Precautions

    TV to may make the TV unstable, risking injury. Be rain or excessive moisture. This TV must not sure to ask your local Panasonic dealer to be exposed to dripping or splashing water and perform setup.
  • Page 6: Notes

    Caution This appliance is intended for use in tropical climates When 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 •...
  • Page 7: Accessories / Options

    Accessories / Options Standard accessories Remote Control Batteries for the Pedestal Ferrite core (2) • N2QAYB000603 Remote Control (2) (p. 7) TH-P42U30Q • R6 (AA) TH-P50U30Q • J0KG00000014 (p. 58) Use the Ferrite cores to comply with the EMC standard. Mains Lead Operating TH-P42U30K...
  • Page 8 Do not use the pedestal if it becomes warped or physically damaged. • If you use the pedestal while it is physically damaged, personal injury may result. Contact your nearest Panasonic dealer immediately. During set-up, make sure that all screws are securely tightened. •...
  • Page 9 Optional accessories Please contact your nearest Panasonic dealer to purchase the recommended optional accessories. For additional details, please refer to the manual of the optional accessories. Wireless LAN Please refer to the following web site for usable Wireless LAN Adaptor.
  • Page 10: Basic Connection

    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. When disconnecting the mains lead, be absolutely sure to disconnect the mains plug at the socket outlet first.
  • Page 11: Identifying Controls

    Identifying Controls 10 11 12 1 Function select 9 Mains power On / Off switch • • [Volume] / [Contrast] / [Brightness] / Use to switch the mains power. [Colour] / [Sharpness] / [Tint] If you turned the TV Off during (NTSC signal) / [Bass] ([Music] or Standby mode by the remote control [Speech] mode in the Sound Menu) /...
  • Page 12 Remote Control 6 [VIERA Link Menu] (p. 53) • Accesses VIERA Link Menu POWER INPUT 7 OK • Confirms selections and choices MENU SURROUND ASPECT • Press after selecting channel positions to quickly change programme INFO EXIT 8 [Option Menu] (p.
  • Page 13: Auto Tuning

    Auto Tuning Search and store TV channels automatically. • These steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed by your local dealer. Plug the TV into mains socket and switch On • You can now use the remote control to turn On the TV or switch the TV to Standby mode.
  • Page 14 Setup the wireless LAN connection Setup the wireless LAN connection to enable the network service functions. • To setup the wireless LAN connection, the wireless LAN Adaptor is required. • Confirm the encryption key, settings and positions of your access point before starting setup. For details, read the manual of the access point.
  • Page 15: Watching

    Watching TV • Turn power on Mains power On / Off switch should POWER be On. (p. 10) INPUT MENU ASPECT Select TV mode INFO EXIT Select a channel • To select the two-digit channel number, e.g. 35 pqrs wxyz down OPTION (in a short time)
  • Page 16 Display Information banner Display Information banner INFO • Also appears when changing a channel Input mode Channel position Channel number CH08 Sound system 5.5MHz Colour system Aspect ratio 16:9 1 - 90 Off Timer remaining time Audio mode (p. 60) •...
  • Page 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 Display Aspect Selection list While the list is displayed, select the mode ASPECT select Aspect Selection...
  • Page 18: Viewing Teletext

    Viewing Teletext Teletext services are the text information provided by the broadcasters. The features may vary depending on the broadcasters. • Some countries do not provide this service What is FASTEXT mode? In FASTEXT mode, four differently coloured subjects are situated at the bottom of the screen. To access more information about one of these subjects, press the appropriately coloured button.
  • Page 19 View in multi window Watch TV and Teletext in two windows at once MENU Select Picture and text (press twice) On or Off • Operations can be made only in Teletext screen. FULL / TOP / BOTTOM (TOP) (BOTTOM) Normal (FULL) MENU (Expand the BOTTOM half) (Expand the TOP half)
  • Page 20: Watching External Inputs

    Watching External Inputs Connect the external equipment (VCRs, DVD equipment, PC, etc.) and you can watch through the input. • To connect the equipment (p. 9, 56 - 58) Display the input selection menu INPUT When viewing PC skip to 3) Select the input mode connected to the equipment Example (AV2)
  • Page 21: How To Use Viera Tools

    How to Use VIERA TOOLS You can access some special features easily by using the VIERA TOOLS function. Display icons of the feature Select a feature EXIT select access (example) VIERA Link Control Internet contents Follow the operations of each feature [VIERA Link Control] “VIERA Link Control”...
  • Page 22: How To Use Menu Functions

    How to Use the Menu Functions Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions. Display the menu • Displays the functions that can be set (varies according to the input signal) MENU Select the menu EXIT select Main Menu...
  • Page 23 Main Menu Note Picture • In each Viewing Mode and input, [Contrast], [Brightness], [Colour], [Sharpness], [Tint], [Colour Balance], [Vivid Colour], Sound [Eco Mode], [P-NR] and [3D-COMB] can be adjusted and stored Setup to suit your particular viewing requirement. • Set for each input signal. Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Basic picture mode...
  • Page 24 Turns the screen off when you select [Off] • Screen Display The sound is active even if the screen turns off. • • Off Press any buttons (except Standby) to turn the screen on. • • On This function is effective in reducing power consumption when listening to the sound without watching the TV screen.
  • Page 25 Main Menu Picture Sound Setup Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Selects basic sound mode • The selected mode affects all input signals. [Music]: Improves sound quality for watching music videos, etc. [Speech]: Improves sound quality for watching news, drama, etc. Mode •...
  • Page 26 Adjusts the low frequency sound Speaker Distance to • If the back space between the TV and wall is over 30 cm, [Over 30cm] Wall is recommended. • Over 30cm • If the back space between the TV and wall is within 30 cm, [Up to 30cm] •...
  • Page 27 Main Menu Picture Sound Setup Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Item Switches to a wide view • VGA (640 × 480 pixels), WVGA (852 × 480 pixels), Input Resolution XGA (1,024 × 768 pixels), WXGA (1,280 × 768 pixels, 1,366 × 768 pixels) •...
  • Page 28 Teletext Teletext display mode (p. 17) • FASTEXT • Some countries do not provide a teletext service • List Teletext Character • English Selects teletext language • • CIS Some countries do not provide a teletext service • E.Europe • Persian Input Labels Labels or skips each input terminal (p.
  • Page 29: Tuning And Editing Channels

    Tuning and Editing Channels You can make Auto Tuning, listing your favourite channels, skipping unwanted channels, etc. Preparations: POWER Select TV Mode Display the menu Select [Setup] INPUT MENU MENU EXIT Select [Tuning Menu] select Setup Menu Off Timer Eco Navigation access Child Lock Tuning Menu...
  • Page 30 [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 select Channel List Editor •...
  • Page 31: Child Lock

    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. MENU Preparations: Display the menu Select [Setup] EXIT MENU...
  • Page 32: Input Labels

    Input Labels For easier identification and selection of the input mode, you can label each input mode or skip terminals that are not connected to any equipment. • To select the input mode (p. 19) Preparations: Display the menu Select [Setup] MENU MENU EXIT...
  • Page 33: Shipping Condition (Reset Settings)

    Shipping Condition (Reset settings) Resets the TV to its original condition, i.e. no channels tuned in. All settings are reset (channels, picture, sound settings, etc.). Preparations: Display the menu Select [Setup] MENU MENU EXIT Select [System Menu] select Setup Menu System Menu Access Other Settings...
  • Page 34: Using Media Player

    Using Media Player Media Player allows you to enjoy photo, video or music recorded on an SD Card and a USB Flash Memory. VIERA IMAGE VIEWER is the function of the easy viewing for photos or videos recorded on an SD Card on the TV screen by simply inserting into the SD Card slot.
  • Page 35 Starting Media Player Insert the SD Card or USB Flash Memory (p. 33) When the SD Card is inserted, switching to Media Player will be done automatically. Switch to Media Player Select the icon you want to access MENU ASPECT Media Player select INFO...
  • Page 36 Photo mode Supported file format (p. 63) The thumbnail of all the photos in the SD Card or USB Flash Memory will be displayed. Example : Thumbnail - [All photos] • To change the number of photos on a thumbnail All photos Media Player Photo...
  • Page 37 [Single view] - Photos are displayed one at a time. Select the file from the thumbnail of photos to be viewed select access Example : • • To display / hide the To operate Single view Single view operation guide To the previous photo INFO Slideshow...
  • Page 38 Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) 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 photo is displayed at a random position and at a random scale. [Drift (+ calendar) / Drift]: Photos are displayed like flow images.
  • Page 39 Change the contents You can switch to the other mode of Media Player from the thumbnail view. While the thumbnail is Select the contents displayed, display the All photos Media Player Photo contents selection select access [Photo] “Photo mode” (p. 35) Contents Select [Video] “Video mode”...
  • Page 40 ■ How to operate playback Example : Playback • • To display / hide the operation guide To change aspect 02/10/2010 11:21 00:15:39 00:02:05 and information banner ASPECT INFO • To the previous title / scene • To operate playback EXIT Rewind RETURN...
  • Page 41 Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Allows you to select between selectable sound tracks (if available) Multi Audio • It may take several seconds to change the sound. Turn the subtitle on / off and select subtitle file (if available) Subtitle [Off] / [Subtitle 1] (/ [Subtitle 2] ...) Selects the font type, if the subtitles text are not displayed correctly.
  • Page 42 Music mode Supported file format (p. 64) The thumbnail of music folders in the SD Card or USB Flash Memory will be displayed. Example : Thumbnail - [Folder view] • To display the information of the highlighted folder Folder view Media Player Music INFO...
  • Page 43: Using Network Services

    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 share photos, videos and music stored in a DLNA Certified media server (for example, PC with windows 7 installed (with suitable CODEC pack plug-in), DIGA Recorder etc.) connected to your home network, and enjoy them on the TV.
  • Page 44 Network connections To use only DLNA features, you can operate the features without a 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 retailer for assistance. •...
  • Page 45 [Network Setup] • Ensure the connections are completed before starting Network Setup. “Network connections” (p. 43) Preparations: Display the menu Select [Setup] MENU MENU EXIT Select [Network Setup] select Setup Menu Off Timer Eco Navigation access Child Lock RETURN Tuning Menu OSD Language Display Settings VIERA Link Settings...
  • Page 46 ■ [Proxy Settings] Select [Proxy Settings] and set the items select IP/DNS Settings Acquire IP Address Auto IP Address 192.168.11.5 access Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0 Gateway 192.168.11.1 After settings, return to [Network Setup] screen Acquire DNS Address Auto RETURN DNS Address 192.168.11.1 Proxy Settings Access...
  • Page 47 Network settings for the Wireless LAN connection This setting is for the network connection by using a 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. Select [Network Type] and set to [Wireless] select Network Setup...
  • Page 48 Using DLNA features ® • Ensure the preparation of the media server, network connections and network settings are completed. “Media server” (p. 42), “Network connections” (p. 43), “Network Setup” (p. 44 - 46) Display icons of the feature Select [Media Server] MENU ASPECT INFO...
  • Page 49 For photo file [Single view] - Displayed one at a time INFO • To display / hide the operation guide Single view • To operate Single view To the previous photo To the next photo Single view Slideshow EXIT Select RETURN Stop Stop (return to list)
  • Page 50 Photo Setup (for photo contents) Setup the settings for Photo. Display Select [Slideshow Settings] Select the items and set the option select select Option Menu Slideshow Settings Slideshow Settings Transition Effect Fade menu change Video Setup Interval 5 seconds access Music Setup OPTION Repeat...
  • Page 51 [Software Update] in the Network Setup Menu (p. 46) • The Internet contents are operated by their respective service providers, and service may be discontinued either temporarily or permanently without notice. Therefore, Panasonic will make no warranty for the content or the continuity of the services. •...
  • Page 52: Viera Link Functions

    As such, its operation with other manufacturers’ equipment that supports HDMI CEC cannot be guaranteed. • Please refer to individual manuals for the external equipment. About applicable Panasonic equipment, consult your local Panasonic dealer. Summary of features...
  • Page 53 HDMI cable, and also connect either the optical digital audio cable or RCA cable for audio output from the TV. • Use fully wired HDMI compliant cable. Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilised. A recommended Panasonic’s HDMI cable part number: • RP-CDHS15 (1.5 m) • RP-CDHS30 (3.0 m) • RP-CDHS50 (5.0 m) Preparations •...
  • Page 54 Features available (Using VIERA Link Menu) [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. •...
  • Page 55 [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 settings and the equipment “Summary of features”, “Connection”, “Preparations”...
  • Page 56 [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. 51 - 52) Access and control the speaker volume Display [VIERA Link Menu] Select [Speaker Selection]...
  • Page 57: External Equipment

    External Equipment These diagrams show our recommendations for connection of your TV to various pieces of equipment. For other connections, consult the instructions for each piece of equipment, the table below, and the specifications (p. 70). Types of connectable equipment to each terminal Terminal AV1 IN AV2 IN...
  • Page 58 To play back Aerial Fully wired HDMI compliant cable ∗ cable DVD Recorder ∗ 1 : Only for DVD Recorder Rear of the TV HDMI equipment Fully wired HDMI Recorder / Player compliant cable • HDMI connection (p. 51, 61) To watch DVDs (Listening) DVD Player...
  • Page 59 Side panel Headphones of the TV Rear of the TV (M3 stereo mini plug) To adjust volume [Headphone Volume] in the Sound Menu (p. 24) USB devices USB cable Camcorder / HDMI equipment Fully wired HDMI compliant cable Camcorder etc. Camcorder / Game equipment (Viewing) (Listening)
  • Page 60: Technical Information

    Technical Information Channel Allocation Channel Asia/W. CIS / NZ / Indian South American American China Hong Kong Japan Plan Europe E.Europe Indonesia CATV Africa System CATV CH DISPLAY Receive channel – – – – – – – – – – –...
  • Page 61 Stereo / Bilingual Sound Selection When you receive the stereo / bilingual sound system, sound output modes can be selected by pressing the Sound Selection button. STEREO MAIN I SUB II MONO Audio Signal Mode Indicator NICAM ..Used in New Zealand, Singapore, Hong Kong etc. Type of Regular broadcast Regular + NICAM MONO I...
  • Page 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 equipment. HDMI-compatible equipment ∗ with an HDMI or DVI output terminal, such as a DVD player, a set top box or game equipment, can be connected to the HDMI terminal using an HDMI compliant (fully wired) cable.
  • Page 63 Input signal that can be displayed COMPONENT (Y, P ), HDMI Mark: Applicable input signal Signal name COMPONENT HDMI 525 (480) / 60i 525 (480) / 60p 625 (576) / 50i 625 (576) / 50p 750 (720) / 60p 750 (720) / 50p 1,125 (1,080) / 60i 1,125 (1,080) / 50i 1,125 (1,080) / 60p...
  • Page 64 • Back up the recorded data at regular intervals in case of deteriorated or damaged data or erratic operation of the TV. (Panasonic is not liable for any deterioration or damage of recorded data.) USB Flash Memory...
  • Page 65 Dolby Digital • .mov MotionJPEG This TV supports Motion JPEG H.264 BP/MP/HP TWOS recorded by Panasonic LUMIX Camera. • SOWT Some files may not be played back depending on these recording condition. • Dolby Digital Motion JPEG can be played back only LPCM in Media Player.
  • Page 66 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.
  • Page 67 Combination of USB port 1 + port 2 (and vice versa): • USB Flash Memory + Wireless LAN Adaptor • USB Flash Memory + USB Keyboard • Wireless LAN Adaptor + USB Keyboard Note • Additional information for USB devices may be on the following web site. (English only) http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/tv/...
  • Page 68: Maintenance

    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 clean water or diluted neutral detergent (1 part detergent to 100 parts water).
  • Page 69: 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 connection of the aerial.
  • Page 70 Problem Actions • Set the sound setting of the connected equipment to “2ch L.PCM”. • Check the [HDMI1 / 2 / 3 Input] setting in the Sound Menu. (p. 25) Sound is unusual • If digital sound connection has a problem, select analogue sound connection.
  • Page 71: Specifications

    Specifications TH-P42U30D TH-P42U30K TH-P42U30M TH-P46U30M TH-P42U30P TH-P46U30P TH-P42U30Q TH-P46U30V TH-P42U30T TH-P42U30V AC 220 - 240 V, AC 110 - 240 V, AC 220 - 240 V, AC 110 - 240 V, Power Source 50 / 60 Hz 50 / 60 Hz 50 / 60 Hz 50 / 60 Hz Power Rating...
  • Page 72 TH-P50U30D TH-P50U30K TH-P50U30M TH-P50U30P TH-P50U30Q TH-P50U30T TH-P50U30V Power Source AC 220 - 240 V, 50 / 60 Hz AC 110 - 240 V, 50 / 60 Hz Power Rating 320 W 325 W Standby condition 0.4 W 0.4 W Aspect Ratio 16:9 127 cm (diagonal) Visible screen size...

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