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Please read these instructions before operating your set and retain them for future reference.
English
The images shown in this manual are for illustrative purposes only.
42"/50" Class 1080p Plasma HDTV
(41.6/49.9 inches measured diagonally)
Model No.
Quick Start Guide
(See page 6-17)
For assistance (U.S.A./Puerto Rico), please call:
1-877-95-VIERA (958-4372)
or visit us at www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
Operating Instructions
TH-42PZ80Q
TH-50PZ80Q
TQB2AA0798
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Page 1: Operating Instructions
The images shown in this manual are for illustrative purposes only. Operating Instructions 42”/50” Class 1080p Plasma HDTV (41.6/49.9 inches measured diagonally) Model No. Quick Start Guide (See page 6-17) For assistance (U.S.A./Puerto Rico), please call: 1-877-95-VIERA (958-4372) or visit us at www.panasonic.com/contactinfo TH-42PZ80Q TH-50PZ80Q TQB2AA0798... - Page 2 Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. tru2way™ is a trademark of Cable Television Laboratories, Inc. VIERA Link™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. SDHC Logo is a trademark. HDAVI Control™...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. DOLBY and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. EZ Sync™ EZ Sync™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. Contents Please read before using the unit Safety Precautions ······································· 4 Notes ···························································· 5 Quick Start Guide Accessories/Optional Accessory ·····... -
Page 4: Safety Precautions
To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instructions and use only shielded interface cables when connecting to peripheral devices. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Panasonic Corp. of North America could void the user’s authority to operate this device. -
Page 5: Notes
This Plasma TV is for use only with the following optional accessories. Use with any other type of optional accessories may cause instability which could result in the possibility of injury. (All of the following accessories are manufactured by Panasonic Corporation.) • Wall-hanging bracket (Vertical) TY-WK42PV3U TY-WK42PV4W •... -
Page 6: Accessories/Optional Accessory
Transmitter (2) AA Battery Pedestal TBLX0036 (TH-42PZ80Q) TBLX0037 (TH-50PZ80Q) Product Registration Card (U.S.A.) Customer Care Plan Card (U.S.A.) Note In order to maintain the TV’s performance and safety, be absolutely sure to ask your dealer or a licensed contractor to secure the wall-hanging brackets. - Page 7 Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result. Do not use the pedestal if it becomes warped or physically damaged. If you use the pedestal when it is physically damaged, personal injury may result. Contact your nearest Panasonic Dealer immediately.
- Page 8 Accessories/Optional Accessory Do not bundle the RF cable and AC cord together (could cause distorted image). Fasten the cables with the Cable clamper as necessary. When using the optional accessories, follow their assembly manuals to fix cables. Reference of connection Antenna terminal Firmly tighten by hand.
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Page 9: Basic Connection
For the details of the external equipment’s connections, please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment. When disconnecting the power cord, be absolutely sure to disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet first. For additional assistance, visit us at: www.panasonic.com VHF/UHF Antenna •... - Page 10 Basic Connection Example 2 Connecting DVD recorder (VCR) (To record/playback) AV Equipment (e.g. DVD Recorder or VCR) To connect the antenna terminal and DVD recorder or VCR VHF/UHF Antenna ANT IN ANT OUT AV Equipment (e.g. DVD Recorder or VCR) (with TV tuner) (Continued) DVD Recorder...
- Page 11 Example 3 Connecting DVD recorder (VCR) and satellite receiver DVD Recorder To connect the antenna terminal and Satellite Receiver and DVD recorder or VCR VHF/UHF Antenna ANT IN ANT IN Satellite Receiver DVD Recorder or VCR (with TV tuner) Note For details of external equipment connections, please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment.
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Page 12: Av Cable Connections
Basic Connection To use HDMI terminals Connecting to HDMI terminals will enable you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality sound. For “VIERA Link To use COMPONENT terminals Recorders may also be connected to COMPOSITE or S VIDEO terminals. (see below) To use S VIDEO terminals To use COMPOSITE terminals The S Video input will override the composite video signal when S Video cable is connected. -
Page 13: Identifying Controls
Identifying Controls Remote control sensor POWER button Within about 23 feet (7 meters) in front of the TV set. Power indicator (on: red, off: no light) Note The TV consumes a limited amount of power as long as the power cord is inserted into the wall outlet. Viewing from SD card (p. -
Page 14: Enjoy Tru2Way
Follow the message on the screen. It is not possible to change the mode by just turning the TV off and on. Please consult your cable service company or local Panasonic dealer for this process. Steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed with your cable company or local Panasonic dealer. - Page 15 Available services will vary depending on the cable service company. For more details about the service, please ask your cable service company. ■ Available TV’s remote control buttons Display Main menu Display VOD(Video On Demand) screen. Display TV Guide PAGE Page up/down Available when the function of the keys is displayed on screen Note...
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Page 16: First Time Setup
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. 26-27) is set to “No”. ■... - Page 17 Auto channel setup Select “Auto program” First time setup Language Clock Auto program Select “ANT in” Program channel ANT in Auto Select “Auto” Program channel ANT in Auto Select scanning mode Auto program All channels Analog only Digital only Auto program Progress Number of analog channels Number of digital channels...
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Page 18: Watching Tv
Watching TV Connect the TV to a cable, satellite box, or antenna cable (p. 9-12) Turn power on GUIDE Select a channel number MENU ■ Other Useful Functions ■ Select Audio Mode for watching TV Listen with SAP (Secondary Digital mode Audio Press SAP to select the next audio track (if available) when receiving a digital channel. - Page 19 ■ Press FORMAT to cycle through the aspect modes. Change aspect ratio Call up a favorite channel Note Reselect “Cable” or “Antenna” in “ANT in” of “Program channel” to switch the signal reception between cable TV and antenna. (p. 17, 35) The channel number and volume level remain the same even after the TV is turned off.
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Page 20: Viewing From Sd Card
Viewing from 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.) TV MENU ■ Press to exit from a menu screen ■... - Page 21 Insert the card Card To change the view (slide show mode, adjusting images, etc.) ■ To set up the slide show mode Display “Photo menu” Select “Setup slide show” Photo menu Picture Setup slide show Select the item and adjust Setup slide show Disp.
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Page 22: Watching Videos And Dvds
Watching Videos and DVDs If you have applicable equipment connected to the TV, you can easily watch videos and DVDs using the TV’s remote control. You can select the external equipment to access. To operate other manufacturers’ equipment, you need to register the code of the equipment. (p. 39) VCR DBS/CBL DVD PAGE TV/VCR... -
Page 23: Display Menu
VIERA Link If you connect equipment that has “HDAVI Control” function to this TV with HDMI cable, you can use more convenient functions. Please refer to p. 28-31. Before using these functions, you need to set “VIERA Link” setting to “On” as shown below. Display menu TV MENU Select “Setup”... -
Page 24: How To Use Menu Functions (Picture, Sound Quality, Etc.)
How to Use Menu Functions Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions so that you can enjoy watching TV best suited for you. TV MENU ■ Press to exit from a menu screen ■... - Page 25 Adjustments/Configurations (alternatives) [Record now/Stop recording] Records programs on the recorder immediately with the TV’s remote control (p. 30-31). [VIERA Link control] Selects equipment to access and operate. (Recorder/Home theater/Player/Camcorder) (p.30-31) [Speaker output] Selects an audio output. (Home theater/TV) (p. 30-31) •...
- Page 26 How to Use Menu Functions Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions so that you can enjoy watching TV best suited for you. TV MENU ■ Press to exit from a menu screen ■...
- Page 27 (Continued) Adjustments/Configurations (alternatives) Sets the mode to select the channel with Channel up/down button (All/Favorite/Digital Only/Analog only) • Favorite: Only channels registered as FAVORITE (p. 19) Selects the screen menu language (p. 16) Adjusts the clock (p. 16) Sets channels (p. 34) Selects the terminal and label of the external equipment (p.
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Page 28: Viera Link Tm "Hdavi Control Tm
HDMI cable This function needs an HDMI compliant (fully wired) cable. Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilized. It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cable. Recommended part number: RP-CDHG10 (3.3 ft/1.0 m), RP-CDHG15 (4.9 ft/1.5 m), RP-CDHG20 (6.6 ft/2.0 m), RP-CDHG30 (9.8 ft/3.0 m), RP-CDHG50 (16.4 ft/5.0 m) - Page 29 “TV” to “Theater”. Sound will be output from the Home Theater whenever the TV is powered on. If the “ONE TOUCH PLAY” key is pressed on the remote control for Panasonic Home Theater system, the following sequence of operations is performed automatically.
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Page 30: Viera Link
VIERA Link 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. 28 TV MENU GUIDE MENU ■ Press to exit from a menu screen ■... - Page 31 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 theater” or “TV”...
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Page 32: Lock
Lock You can lock specified channels or shows to prevent children from watching objectionable content. TV MENU ■ Press to exit from a menu screen Caution Make a note of your password in case you forget it. (If you have forgotten your password, consult your local dealer.) Note... - Page 33 ■ To select the channel or the rating of the program to be locked Select up to 7 (1-7) channels to be blocked. These channels will be blocked regardless of the program rating. Select “Mode” and set to “Custom” Select channel to lock. Channel Channel lock lock...
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Page 34: Editing And Setting Channels
Editing and Setting Channels The current channel settings can be changed according to your needs and reception conditions. TV MENU ■ Press to exit from a menu screen Display menu Select “Setup” Menu VIERA Link Picture Audio Timer Lock SD card Setup Select “Program channel”... - Page 35 Automatically searches and adds available channels to the memory. Select “ANT in” Select Cable or Antenna (p. 17) Select “Auto” Program channel ANT in Cable Auto Manual Signal meter 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.
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Page 36: Closed Caption
Closed Caption TV MENU ■ Press to exit from a menu screen 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. 46) ■... -
Page 37: Input Labels/Monitor Out
Input Labels/Monitor Out Display menu and select “Setup” TV MENU Select “External devices” Setup Surf mode Language Clock Program channel External devices Anti image retention ■ Press to exit from Select “Input labels” or “Monitor out” a menu screen External devices Input labels Monitor out Devices connected to external input terminals can be labeled for easier identification during... -
Page 38: Using Timer
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. 16) The “Sleep” timer and “On / Off timer” will not work if the “Auto power on” (p. 27) is set. TV MENU ■... -
Page 39: Programming The Remote To Operate Peripheral Equipment
Programming the Remote to Operate Peripheral Equipment You can operate other manufacturers’ equipment using this TV’s remote control. Connect the external equipment to the TV and Power Off the external equipment VCR DBS/CBL DVD ■ Press to return to the TV mode Caution •... -
Page 40: Recommended Av Connections
These diagrams show our recommendations on how to connect the TV unit to your various equipment. For other connections, consult the instructions for each piece equipment and its specifications. For additional assistance, please visit our website at: www.panasonic.com Front of the TV ■... - Page 41 When audio from other equipment connected to this unit via HDMI is output using “DIGITAL AUDIO OUT” of this unit, the system switches to 2CH audio. (When connecting to an AV amp via HDMI, you can enjoy higher sound quality.) About HDMI cable for connecting Panasonic HD camcorder, read the manual of the equipment. VIERA Link Connections...
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Page 42: Remote Control Operation/Codelist
Remote Control Operation/Code List The following explains how to operate external devices with the TV’s remote control. Register the remote control codes (p. 39) if you want to operate an external device from another manufacturer. (p. 43-44) Note Operation may not be possible depending on the available memory size of the remote control. This remote control is not designed to cover operation of all functions of all models. - Page 43 0019 Multitech Coolmax 0883 Myrio Digeo 1187 Director 0476 Optimus General Instrument 0003, 0276, 0476, 0810 Pace GoldStar 0144 Panasonic Hamlin 0009, 0273 Paragon Cable/PVR Combination (C) ( Americast 0899 Jerrold Amino 1822 Motorola Digeo 1187 Myrio General Instrument 0810...
- Page 44 Aspire Digital 1168 Broksonic 1419 Citizen 2116 Coby 1086 CyberHome 1129, 1502 Electrohome 2116 Blu-ray Disc (Y) ( 0741 Panasonic 1641, 2061, 2062 HD-DVD (Y) ( 0741 HTiB (Y) ( Aiwa 0641 Audiovox 0790 0790 Koss 0651 Oritron 0651 Brand...
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Page 45: Ratings List For Lock
Ratings List for Lock “V-chip” technology enables you to lock channels or shows according to standard ratings set by the entertainment industry. (p. 33) ■ U.S. MOVIE RATINGS (MPAA) NO RATING (NOT RATED) AND NA (NOT APPLICABLE) PROGRAMS. Movie which has not been rated or where rating does not apply. -
Page 46: Technical Information
Technical Information 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 a satellite receiver) has the CC set On using the Component or HDMI connection to the TV. - Page 47 Electrical interference, static electricity, or erroneous operation may damage the data or card. Back up the recorded data at regular intervals in case of deteriorated or damaged data or erratic operation of the unit. (Panasonic is not liable for any deterioration or damage of recorded data.) Message...
- Page 48 Technical Information HDMI connections to some Panasonic equipment allow you to interface automatically. (p. 28) This function may not work normally depending on the equipment condition. The equipment can be operated by other remote controls with this function on even if TV is in Standby mode.
- Page 49 You can enjoy your home theater by connecting a Dolby Digital (5.1 channel) decoder and “Multi Channel” amplifier to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminals. Caution Depending on your DVD player and DVD-Audio software the copyright protection function may operate and disable optical output. External speakers cannot be connected directly to PROG OUT terminals.
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Page 50: Care And Cleaning
Care and Cleaning First, unplug the Power cord plug from the wall outlet. 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 surface is particularly dirty, soak a soft, lint-free cloth in diluted mild liquid dish soap (1 part mild liquid dish soap diluted by 100 times the amount of water) and then wring the cloth to remove excess liquid. -
Page 51: Specifications
(1,244 mm ×844 mm × 387 mm) 49.0 ” × 31.2 ” × 3.8 ” (1,244 mm × 790 mm × 95 mm) 90.4 lb. (41 86.0 lb. (39 [TH-50PZ80Q] 3.8 ” (95 mm) 18.0 ” (456 mm) 12.9 ” (327 mm) TH-50PZ80Q C: 0.286 V [p-p] (75 Ω) -
Page 52: 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. 55) For additional assistance, please contact us via the website at: www.panasonic.com/contactinfo... - Page 53 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 found on the rear of the TV).
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Page 54: Limited Warranty (For U.s.a. And Puerto Rico Only)
Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 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 “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (“Limited Warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair your product... -
Page 55: Customer Services Directory (For U.s.a. And Puerto Rico)
■ For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-877-833-8855 Accessory Purchases (United Stated and Puerto Rico) Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books on line for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at: http://www.pstc.panasonic.com or, send your request by E-mail to: npcparts@us.panasonic.com... - Page 56 Warranty Service purposes. Model Number Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus New Jersey 07094 U.S.A. © 2008 Panasonic Corporation of North America. All Rights Reserved. Serial Number Printed in U.S.A.