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Panasonic TH-42PA50A Operating Instructions Manual

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Please read these instructions before operating your set and retain them for future reference.
English
STILL MULTI PIP
SURROUND
ASPECT
R-TUNE
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OK
MENU
TV/AV
TV/TEXT
F.P.
INDEX
HOLD
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VCR
DVD
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Progressive Plasma Television

Operating Instructions

Model No.
The illustration shown is an image.
Pedestal stand shown above is optional extra.
TH-42PA50A
TQBC2040-3

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Please read these instructions before operating your set and retain them for future reference. English STILL MULTI PIP SURROUND ASPECT R-TUNE MENU TV/AV TV/TEXT F.P. INDEX HOLD Progressive Plasma Television The illustration shown is an image. Pedestal stand shown above is optional extra. Operating Instructions TH-42PA50A Model No. TQBC2040-3...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Welcome Dear Panasonic Customer, Welcome to the Panasonic family of customers. We hope that you will have many years of enjoyment from your new Plasma TV. To obtain maximum benefi t from your set, please read these Instructions before making any adjustments, and retain them for future reference.

  • Page 3: Important Safety Notice

    Examples of still pictures include logos, video games, computer images, teletext and After-images appear images displayed in 4:3 mode. With no signal present, and without any user operation, the Panasonic screensaver will appear automatically after a few minutes to prevent image retention. ABCDEF...

  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    • If water is spilt onto the Plasma TV or foreign objects get inside it, a short-circuit may occur which could result in fi re or electric shock. If any foreign objects get inside the Plasma TV, please consult your local Panasonic dealer.

  • Page 5: Maintenance

    If water or foreign objects get inside the Plasma TV, if the Plasma TV is dropped, or if the cabinet becomes damages, disconnect the power supply plug immediately. • A short circuit may occur, which could cause fi re. Contact your local Panasonic dealer for any repairs that need to be made.

  • Page 6: Accessories

    Accessories Check that you have the accessories and items shown Operating Instructions Remote Control Transmitter (N2QAJB000154) STILL MULTI PIP SURROUND ASPECT R-TUNE MENU TV/AV TV/TEXT F.P. INDEX HOLD Fitting remote control batteries Pull and hold the hook, then open the battery cover. •...

  • Page 7: Cable Binding Instructions

    Cable binding instructions Mains Lead How to fi x: Clamp Clamper Bundle cables using the two clampers (left and right) fi tted to the plasma TV. Note: To avoid interference appearing on the screen, do not bundle the RF cable and mains lead together. How to release: Fix by pushing in till a clicking sound is...

  • Page 8: Antenna Connection

    Antenna connection For proper reception of VHF / UHF channels, an external antenna is required. For best reception, an outdoor antenna is recommended. Notes: • Do not put the Coaxial cable close to the mains lead to avoid noise. • Do not place the Coaxial cable under the TV. •...

  • Page 9: Audio / Video Connections

    Audio / Video connections It is possible to connect a variety of additional equipment to this TV. The following pages detail how to connect external equipment to the rear of the TV. Once your equipment is connected, use the following procedure to view the input: Press the TV/AV button.

  • Page 10: How To Connect The Monitor Output Terminals To Other Equipment

    Audio / Video connections How to connect the Monitor Output terminals to other Equipment Example of output signal source MONITOR VIDEO Amplifi er to speaker system AUDIO How to connect the AV1 S Video Input terminals Example of input signal source Connect the S VIDEO or VIDEO terminal.

  • Page 11: Basic Controls: Front Panel And Remote Control

    Basic controls: front panel and remote control On / Off switch STR (Normalization store) Used to store tuning and other function settings. F (Function select) Displays the On Screen Display functions, use repeatedly to select from the available functions - Volume, Contrast, Brightness, Colour, Sharpness, NTSC-Tint (Tint), Bass, Treble, Balance and Tuning mode.

  • Page 12: Using The On Screen Displays

    Using the On Screen Displays Many features available on this TV can be accessed via the On Screen Display menu system. Use the remote control as shown below to access and adjust features as desired. The MENU button is used to open the main menus and also to return to the previous menu.

  • Page 13: Tuning

    Tuning Tuning menu During TV mode Press the MENU button. Move to choose Setup menu. Access Setup menu. Move to choose Tuning menu. Access Tuning menu. Move to choose menu option. Adjust chosen option or access chosen menu. Press the TV/AV button at any time to go back to watching TV. Pressing the OK button after having adjusted some features will store the setting as the default (replacing the factory setting).

  • Page 14: Auto Tuning

    Tuning Auto tuning Auto tuning automatically retunes your TV. This feature is useful if, e.g., you move house and wish to retune your TV to receive the local stations. Press the MENU button. Move to choose Setup menu. Access Setup menu. Move to choose Tuning menu.

  • Page 15: Manual Tuning

    Tuning Manual tuning It is possible to retune individual programme positions: Press the MENU button. Move to choose Setup menu. Access Setup menu. Move to choose Tuning menu. Access Tuning menu. Move to choose Manual tuning. Access Manual tuning. Select the programme position to be tuned. Press repeatedly until required station is found.

  • Page 16: Channel Allocation

    Channel Allocation Sys select CH DISPLAY NZ/INDONES RECEIVE CHANNEL – – – – – – – – – – – – S’1 S’2 S’3 – – – – – Australia – – – – – – – –...

  • Page 17: Picture Menu

    Picture menu Press the MENU button. Move to choose Picture menu. Access Picture menu. Move to choose menu option. Adjust chosen option or access chosen menu. Press the TV/AV button at any time to go back to watching TV. Menu Menu mode will be memorized for each TV, AV1, AV2 and AV3 mode.

  • Page 18: Sound Menu

    Sound menu Press the MENU button. Move to choose Sound menu. Access Sound menu. Move to choose menu option. Adjust chosen option or access chosen menu. Press the TV/AV button at any time to go back to watching TV. Menu Menu mode will be memorized for each TV, AV1, AV2 and AV3 mode.

  • Page 19: Setup Menu

    Setup menu Press the MENU button. Move to choose Setup menu. Access Setup menu. Move to choose menu option. Adjust chosen option or access chosen menu. Press the TV/AV button at any time to go back to watching TV. Teletext Allows you to choose 2 modes.

  • Page 20: Owner Id

    Owner ID Owner ID allows you to enter a security code (Owner ID) and personal details into its memory, so that in the unfortunate event of theft it will help the Police to trace the owner. If you wish to check the personal details already entered into the TV (except your PIN number), press the F button (Front panel) and hold for 6 seconds(initially the volume level function will appear, as you continue to hold down the F...

  • Page 21: Aspect Controls

    Aspect Controls The Widescreen TV will allow you to enjoy viewing the picture at its optimum size and aspect, including widescreen cinema format pictures. Press the ASPECT button repeatedly to move through the aspect options: 16:9, 14:9, Just, 4:3, Zoom1, Zoom2 and Zoom3 Press the ASPECT button.

  • Page 22: Multi Window

    Multi window Press the MULTI PIP button. Whilst the on screen selector keys are displayed, use the Red or Green buttons to move between the PIP (Picture in picture), POP (Picture out of picture) and PAP (Picture and picture) feature. Press the Blue button to swap the contents of the two windows.

  • Page 23: Teletext Operation

    Teletext operation • Teletext features may vary depending on the Broadcasting Companies and is only available if the channel selected is transmitting Teletext. • Pressing the MENU button whilst in Teletext operation will display the contrast function with a cyan bar, press the left and right cursor buttons to alter the setting as required.
  • Page 24 Teletext operation It is not possible to change the programme position when in News fl ash, Update or Sub Coded Page Access operation. Favourite Page (F.P.) Stores a favourite page in memory for instant recall. To store such a page, the TV must be in List mode, and the programme position must be from 1 - 25.

  • Page 25: Still

    Teletext operation Alternatively, if you know which sub page you require, press the MENU button (to display special functions) followed by the Blue button; T**** will be displayed where the page number is normally found. Enter desired sub page number before the T**** disappears. e.g., to select page 6 enter 0, 0, 0 and 6.

  • Page 26: Stereo / Bilingual Sound Selection

    • DUAL, also known as DUAL MONO or as BILINGUAL is not currently transmitted in some countries. Remote control setting Remote Control Operation is possible for the Panasonic VCR’s and DVD’s equipment. After completion of setting, execute the various operations after pressing the VCR / DVD selection switch.

  • Page 27: Vcr / Dvd Operation

    VCR / DVD operation The Remote Control is capable of operating some functions of selected Panasonic VCRs and DVD (Digital Versatile Disc) equipment. Some VCR and DVD equipment have different functions, so to ensure compatibility please refer to the equipment’s instruction book or consult your dealer for details.

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    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).

  • Page 29: Component Signal That Can Be Displayed

    Component signal that can be displayed Applicable input signal for Component (Y, P Signal name 480i (60 Hz) 480p (60 Hz) 576i (50 Hz) 576p (50 Hz) 720p (50 Hz) 720p (60 Hz) 1,080i (50 Hz) 1,080i (50 Hz) ∗ 1,080i (60 Hz) Note: Signals other than above may not be displayed properly.

  • Page 30: Specifi Cations

    0.5 Vrms 1.0 Vp-p (75 Ω) 1.0 Vp-p (including synchronization) ±0.35 Vp-p 0.5 Vrms (high impedance) 1.0 Vp-p (75 Ω) 1,068 mm × 701 mm × 97 mm TH-42PA50A AC type 16:9 4000:1 (One tuner) UHF / VHF 33.0 kg Net...

  • Page 31: Warranty

    Authorised Service Centre. • Send or bring the product to a Panasonic Authorised Service Centre together with your proof of purchase receipt as a proof of purchase date. Please note that freight and insurance to and / or from your nearest Authorised Service Centre must be arranged by you.
  • Page 32 Warranty Service purposes. Model Number Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. Web Site : http://www.panasonic.co.jp/global/ © 2005 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved.

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