Televisor digital con pantalla de plasma de alta definición For assistance, please call : 1-888-VIEW-PTV (843-9788) or contact us at www.panasonic.com/contactinfo For assistance, please call : 787-750-4300 or visit us at www.panasonic.com Para solicitar ayuda, llame al: 1-888-VIEW-PTV (843-9788) ó visítenos en www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Para solicitar ayuda, llame al: 787-750-4300 ó...
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Turn your own living room into a movie theater! Experience an amazing level of multimedia excitement Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface “Dolby” and the double-D symbols are trademarks of Dolby are trademarks Laboratories.
Enjoy rich multimedia DVD player Amplifier Home theater unit DVD recorder HDAVI Control is a trademark of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. Contents Be Sure to Read • Safety Precautions ······································· 4 • (Warning/Caution) Notes ···························································· 5 • • Accessories/Options ······················· 6 Connection •...
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the Panasonic Service Center or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, use only shielded interface cables when connecting TV to peripheral devices.
WARNING SMALL PARTS CAN PRESENT CHOKING HAZARD IF ACCIDENTALLY SWALLOWED. KEEP SMALL PARTS AWAY FROM YOUNG CHILDREN. DISCARD UNNEEDED SMALL PARTS AND OTHER OBJECTS, INCLUDING PACKAGING MATERIALS AND PLASTIC BAGS/SHEETS TO PREVENT THEM FROM BEING PLAYED WITH BY YOUNG CHILDREN, CREATING THE POTENTIAL RISK OF SUFFOCATION.
□ Cable clamper □ Pedestal • TBL2AX00031 (TH-42PX6U) Hook Caution • Incorrect installation may cause battery leakage and corrosion, resulting in damage to the remote control unit. Do not mix old and new batteries. Do not mix different battery types (such as alkaline and manganese batteries).
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 setting-up, make sure that all screws are securely tightened.
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Accessories/Options Setting-up Remove the plasma television unit from its packing box, spread a clean blanket or other covering on a level floor or stand, place the television on the floor or stand with its front panel facing down, and keep it like this until installing it on the pedestal.
All cables and external equipment shown in this book are not supplied with the TV. • For additional assistance, visit us at www. panasonic.com • The S Video input will override the composite video signal when S Video cable is connected.
Identifying Controls POWER button Press to turn the TV’s main power on/off. Remote control sensor Within about 23 feet (7 meters) in front of the TV set. Switches TV to On or Standby Sets the remote to communicate with other equipment (p. 29) Changes input signal (p.
First Time Setup “First time setup” is displayed only when the TV is turned on for the first time after the AC cord is inserted into a wall outlet. Available only when “Auto power on” (p. 16) is set to “Off”. ■...
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First Time Setup ■ Press to exit Note • About broadcasting systems Analog: traditional TV system Digital: new system that allows you to view more channels featuring high- quality video and sound Auto channel setup Select “Auto program” First time setup Language Clock Auto program...
Watching TV Connect cable Box when watching cable TV. (p. 9) Switch to TV mode Turn power on • POWER button on unit should be On. ■ Other Useful Functions (Operate after Switches the unit OFF in a preset amount of time from 0 to 90 minutes in 30 minute intervals.
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Watching TV Change the aspect Change aspect ratio Call up a favorite channel Note • Reselect “Cable” or “Antenna” in “ANT In” of “Auto program” to switch the signal reception between cable TV and antenna. (p. 12) • The channel number and volume level remain the same even after the TV is turned off. Set Favorite Feature Display the channel to be placed on the Favorites list.
Watching Videos and DVDs Some Panasonic equipment connected to the TV unit can be operated with the remote control. Programming the remote control is necessary to operate other manufacturers’ products. (p. 29) ■ Press to return to Note • For details, see the...
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 in your own way. ■ Press to return to TV ■ Press to return to the previous screen Display menu...
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Adjustments/Configurations (alternatives) Resets all picture adjustments to factory default settings except for “Other adjust” Basic picture mode (Vivid/Standard/Cinema) (p. 38) Adjusts color, brightness, etc. for each picture mode to suit your taste Selects level of warm colors (red) and cool colors (blue) (Warm/Cool/Normal) On enhances green and blue color reproduction, especially outdoor scenes.
TV’s remote. Limited features such as home theater system volume and automatic switching to the TV’s HDMI input are available. • This feature is limited to models incorporating Panasonic’s “Control with HDMI”. Refer to the individual instruction manuals for compatibility information. •...
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If using DIGA operation, the TV’s input automatically switches to DIGA and the DIGA menu is displayed. You can control the theater speaker with TV’s remote control. “Home theater” with speaker icon appears when a Panasonic “Control with HDMI” home theater system is connected via the HDMI input (1 or 2).
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Control with HDMI “HDAVI Control Follow the connection diagrams below for HDMI control of a single AV piece of equipment such as a Panasonic DIGA- DVD recorder, RAM Theater or Player Theater system. Refer to page 18 for Setup Menu settings and additional control information.
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HDMI 2 (p. 15) initially before connecting to HDMI 2. After connection, confirm the HDMI control HDMI cable functions (p. 18-19). HDMI (AV OUT) HDMI (AV IN) HDMI cable HDMI (AV OUT) Panasonic AV amp DIGA (Panasonic DVD Recorder)
Channel Lock You can lock out specified channels or shows to prevent children from watching objectionable content. ■ Press to exit Caution • Make a note of your password in case you forget it. (If you have forgotten your password, consult your local dealer.) Note •...
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■ To select the channel or the rating of the program to be locked Select up to 7 (1-7) channels to be blocked out. These channels will be blocked out regardless of the program rating. Select “CH” in Channel Select “Channel” Lock Lock Mode...
Editing and Setting Channels The current channel settings can be changed according to your needs and reception conditions. ■ Press to exit Display menu Select “Setup” Menu Picture Audio Timer Lock Setup Select “Program channel” Setup CH scan Language Clock Program channel Input labels Select the function...
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Automatically searches and adds receivable channels to memory. Select “ANT In” (Select Cable or Antenna) Select All or Analog Select “Mode” All: Analog and digital Analog: Analog only Auto program ANT In Cable Mode Start scan Use this procedure when changing setting of receiving channels or changing the channel display. Also, use to add or delete channels from channel list manually.
Input Labels/Closed Caption ■ Press to exit Display menu Select “Setup” Menu Picture Audio Timer Lock Setup Select “Input labels” or “CC” Setup CH scan Fav. Language Clock Program channel Input labels Input labels Display labels of external devices next select next select...
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The labels of devices connected to external input terminals can be indicated for easy recognition on the screen. (In selecting input mode of p. 15 Select the terminal and the label of the external equipment Input labels Comp. 1 SKIP Comp.
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. 12) ■ Press to exit ■ Press to return to the previous screen Note •...
Operating Peripheral Equipment You can operate other manufacturers’ components using this TV’s remote control. Caution • Registration will fail if the wrong code is input or it takes more than 30 seconds to register. To find a code not listed in the code list This procedure searches all codes and is called the “sequence method.”...
These diagrams show our recommendations for how to connect the TV unit to your various equipment. For other connections, consult the instructions of each equipment, and the specifications (p. 42). For additional assistance, please visit our website at www.panasonic.com Cable TV Cable Box •...
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■ Recommended HDMI Connections S-Video signals have priority (p. 20-21) ■ To watch digital video image Audio cable DVD Player or Set Top Box (HDMI compatible machines only) Note • The picture and audio input signals connected to a terminal specified in “Prog- out stop”...
Remote Control Operation/Code List The following explains how to operate external devices with the remote control. • Register the remote control codes (p. 29) if you want to operate an external device of another manufacturer. (p. 33-34) 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.
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Hamlin Americast 0899 Jerrold Bell South 0899 Memorex Digeo 1187 Motorola Director 0476 Pace General Instrument 0003, 0276, 0476, 0810 Panasonic GoldStar 0144 Paragon Satellite Receiver ( AlphaStar 0772 General Instrument Chaparral 0216 Crossdigital 1109 0099, 0247, 0392, 0566, Goodmans...
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Gateway 1158 Brand Code Brand Philips 0739 Samsung 0739 Niveus Media 1972 Hughes Network 0739 Systems Northgate Humax 0739 Panasonic Hush 1972 Philips iBUYPOWER 1972 Linksys 1972 ReplayTV Sonic Blue Media Center 1972 Sony Microsoft 1972 Stack 9 Mind 1972...
Ratings List “V-chip” technology enables you to lock out channels or shows according to standard ratings set by the entertainment industry. (p. 23) ■ U.S. MOVIE RATINGS (MPAA) NO RATING (NOT RATED) AND NA (NOT APPLICABLE) PROGRAMS. Movie has not been rated or rating does not apply. GENERAL AUDIENCES.
Technical Information • For viewing Closed Caption of digital broadcasting, set the aspect ratio to FULL. (If viewing with H-FILL, JUST, ZOOM or 4:3, characters will be cut off.) • The closed caption is not displayed when you use HDMI connection. •...
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PCM. Control with HDMI “HDAVI Control HDMI connections to some Panasonic equipment allow you to enjoy the easy playback or home theater. • Setup the equipment to enable this function. Read the manual of the equipment.
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Technical Information * Mark: Applicable input signal for Component (Y, P 525 (480) / 60i 525 (480) /60p 750 (720) /60p 1,125 (1,080) /60i 1,125 (1,080) /60p 1,125 (1,080) /60p • Signals other than those shown above may not be displayed properly. Note •...
Maintenance First, unplug the AC 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 a weak detergent solution and then wring the cloth to remove excess liquid.
Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to resolve the problem. If problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer or Panasonic Service center for assistance. For details (p. 44) For additional assistance, please contact our website at: www.panasonic.com/contactinfo...
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Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to resolve the problem. If problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer or Panasonic Service center for assistance. For details (p. 44) Problem One spot remains dark Chaotic image, noisy...
TV Set only Including pedestal TV Set only Note • Design and Specifications are subject to change without notice. Weight and Dimensions shown are approximate. TH-42PX6U AC 120 V, 50 / 60 Hz 390 W 0.2 W AC type 16:9...
If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. (collectively 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 with new or refurbished parts, or (b) replace it with a new or a refurbished product.
Monday-Friday 9 am-9 pm; Saturday-Sunday 10 am-7 pm, EST. ■ For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY : 1-877-833-8855 Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books on line for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at: http://www.pasc.panasonic.com or, send your request by E-mail to: npcparts@us.panasonic.com...