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Operating Instructions
Plasma Television
Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product.
Please read these instructions carefully before operating this product and retain them for future reference.
The images shown in this manual are for illustrative purposes only.
"B" model no. suffix denotes UK model.
U.K. Standard
English
Model No.
TX-P37X20B
TX-P42X20B
TX-P50X20B
TQB0E0898
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Summarization of Contents
Features
DVB-T tuner built-in
Built-in digital tuner for terrestrial broadcasts.
GUIDE Plus+
Gemstar-TV Guide system for program selection and timer programming.
HD TV
Support for high definition TV signals for sharp pictures.
Sharp pictures and clear sound with HDMI connection
Utilizes HDMI for high-definition digital picture and sound quality.
VIERA IMAGE VIEWER - Media Player
Play photos or videos recorded on SD Card on TV screen.
SDXC Card
Support for the latest SDXC card standard with higher capacity.
AVCHD
Play moving pictures recorded in AVCHD format.
Dolby Digital decoder
Decodes Dolby Digital audio for multi-channel sound output.
Link up and control the connected equipment with "Q-Link” and “VIERA Link”
Connect and control external equipment easily for home theatre setup.
VIERA TOOLS - Display special feature icons for easy accessibility
Access special features easily via VIERA TOOLS button.
Owner ID
Anti-theft function to identify owner using PIN and personal information.
Supports Audio Description signal
Adds an additional sound track to describe on-screen events.
Digital Switchover for Terrestrial broadcasts
Information on the transition to digital terrestrial TV broadcasting in the UK.
Safety Precautions
Mains plug and lead
Warnings and precautions regarding the mains plug and lead.
Accessories / Options
Standard accessories
List of items included with the TV.
Optional accessories
List of accessories available for purchase.
Attaching the pedestal
Warning
Warnings regarding pedestal assembly and TV handling.
Caution
Cautions for safe and correct pedestal attachment.
Assembling the pedestal
Step-by-step instructions for assembling the TV pedestal.
Securing the TV
Instructions for securely attaching the TV to the pedestal.
Identifying Controls
Remote Control
Explains the functions of each button on the remote control.
Using the On Screen Displays
How to use remote control
Guide on navigating menus and using the remote control.
Auto power standby function
Automatic TV standby feature to save power.
Basic Connection
Example 1 Connecting aerial
How to connect an aerial for TV reception.
Example 2 Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR
How to connect DVD recorders or VCRs.
Basic Connection
Example 3 Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR and Satellite receiver
Instructions for connecting DVD recorders, VCRs, and satellite receivers.
Auto Setup
Input Owner ID
Setting an owner ID for security and identification.
Select "Home"
Choosing the viewing environment as 'Home'.
Auto Setup
How to input Owner ID
Detailed steps for entering the owner ID.
"Shop" viewing environment (for shop display only)
Explanation of the 'Shop' viewing mode.
Select "Home"
Selecting the 'Home' viewing environment.
Watching TV
Turn power on
Steps to turn the TV on.
Select DVB or Analogue
How to select the TV signal source.
Select a channel
Methods for selecting TV channels.
Other useful functions
Hold
Function to freeze/unfreeze the picture.
Display Information banner
How the information banner appears and its details.
Features available / Message meanings
Explains various indicators and messages on the screen.
Watching TV
Display subtitles
How to display or hide subtitles in DVB and Analogue modes.
Aspect
How to change the image aspect ratio for optimal viewing.
Other useful functions
Display the selectable settings for the current programme
Access program-specific settings like Multi Audio and Subtitle Language.
Last view
Easily switch to the previously viewed channel or input mode.
Off Timer
Set the TV to turn off automatically after a fixed period.
Using TV Guide
Select DVB or Analogue
How to select between DVB and Analogue TV sources.
To watch the programme
Steps to watch a selected program from the TV Guide.
To view a channel list of the selected category
Displaying channel lists filtered by category.
To search programme types and view a channel list of the searched programmes
Search for programs by type and view a channel list.
Other useful functions
Timer Programming (DVB mode)
Set timers to remind or record programs to an external recorder.
Guide link programming (Timer Programming from the TV Guide signal)
Timer programming controlled by TV Guide information.
Using TV Guide
View details of the programme (DVB mode)
View detailed information about a program.
View advertisement
Displaying advertisement information.
To change advertisements
Options for changing advertisements.
Viewing Teletext
Digital teletext services
Explains digital teletext services (MHEG).
How to use
Guide to navigating teletext pages using the remote.
Viewing Teletext
Analogue teletext services
Information on analogue teletext services.
What is FASTEXT mode?
Explanation of FASTEXT mode for quick information access.
What is List mode?
Explanation of List mode for storing pages.
Reveal hidden data
Function to reveal hidden words or answers.
HOLD
Stop automatic updating of teletext pages.
Subtitles
View in multi window
Viewing TV and Teletext in two windows simultaneously.
Store frequently viewed pages
Saving frequently accessed teletext pages.
View sub page
Viewing sub pages within teletext.
Watch TV while waiting for update
Watching TV while teletext updates.
Watching External inputs
Turn the TV on
Steps to turn the TV on for external input viewing.
Display the Input select menu
Accessing the menu to select input sources.
Select the input mode connected to the equipment
Choosing the correct input mode for connected equipment.
View
Displaying the selected input mode.
Screen display
Operating the equipment with the TV remote control
How to operate connected equipment using the TV remote.
How to change the code for the type of the equipment
Changing remote control codes for different equipment types.
How to Use VIERA TOOLS
Display icons of the feature
Showing the icons for available VIERA TOOLS features.
Select a feature
Choosing a specific feature from VIERA TOOLS.
Follow the operations of each feature
Performing actions for selected VIERA TOOLS features.
How to Use Menu Functions
Display the menu
Accessing the TV's main menu.
Select the menu
Navigating through the main menu categories.
Select the item
Choosing specific settings within a menu.
Adjust or select
Making adjustments or selections for menu items.
How to Use Menu Functions
Basic picture mode
Settings for different viewing modes like Dynamic, Normal, Cinema.
Contrast, Brightness, Colour, Sharpness
Adjusting basic picture settings.
Tint
Adjusting picture hue for NTSC signal.
Colour Balance
Setting the overall color tone of the picture.
How to Use Menu Functions
Mode
Select basic sound modes like Music, Speech, or User.
Bass
Adjusting bass levels for deeper sound.
Treble
Adjusting treble levels for sharper sound.
Equalizer
Manually adjusting sound frequency levels.
Balance
Adjusting volume balance between left and right speakers.
Headphone Volume
Adjusting volume for headphones.
Surround
Sound settings for spatial effects.
Volume Correction
Adjusting volume for individual channels or inputs.
Speaker Distance to Wall
Optimizing sound based on speaker placement.
Preferred Multi Audio
Selecting preferred language for digital channel audio.
NICAM
Enabling NICAM stereo sound for analogue broadcasts.
HDMI1/2/3 Input
Setting input signal for HDMI terminals.
Audio Description Menu
Options for audio description service for visually impaired viewers.
How to Use Menu Functions
Timer Programming
Setting timers to remind or record programs.
Off Timer
Setting the TV to automatically go to standby.
VIERA Link
Using VIERA Link functions for equipment control.
Q-Link
Using Q-Link for recorder communication.
AV1/AV2 out
Selecting AV terminal for data communication.
Standby Power Save
Reducing power consumption in standby.
Intelligent Auto Standby
Automatically setting equipment to standby.
Q-Link Download
Downloading analogue channel information.
Child Lock
Locking channels or AV inputs.
Favourites Edit
Creating lists of favourite DVB channels.
Channel List
Editing or skipping DVB channels.
Auto Setup
Automatically setting DVB channels.
Channel Sorting by Region
Sorting channels by region for signal reception.
Manual Tuning
Manually tuning DVB channels.
Update Channel List
Updating the DVB channel list.
New Channel Message
Notification for new DVB channels.
Signal Condition
Checking DVB signal condition.
How to Use Menu Functions
Analogue Tuning Menu
Menu for tuning and editing Analogue channels.
Channel List
Editing or skipping Analogue channels.
Auto Setup
Automatically setting Analogue channels.
Manual Tuning
Manually tuning Analogue channels.
Teletext
Setting Analogue teletext display mode.
Preferred Subtitles
Selecting preferred subtitle language.
Display Settings
Settings related to screen display and timing.
Side Panel
Adjusting side panel brightness to prevent image retention.
Input Labels
Labeling or skipping input terminals.
Banner Display Timeout
Setting how long the information banner stays on screen.
Playing Time Display
Displaying time spent in Game mode.
Radio Mode
Setting timer for screen turn-off when listening to radio.
How to Use Menu Functions
System Menu
Access to system-related settings and information.
Shipping Condition
Resets all settings to original condition.
Owner ID
Inputting owner ID for identification.
Common Interface
Accessing software on Common Interface modules.
System Update
Downloading new TV software.
Software Licence
Displays software licence information.
System Information
Displays system information of the TV.
Settings
Various settings like GUIDE Plus+ and others.
GUIDE Plus+ Settings
Configuration settings for the GUIDE Plus+ system.
Postcode
Setting postcode for advertisements.
System Information
Displays GUIDE Plus+ system information.
Other Settings
Various other settings like Power on, Overscan, etc.
Power on Preference
Selecting input when TV turns on.
Power on Channel List
Selecting channel list on power on.
Auto Standby
Setting TV standby time.
Power Save
Reducing picture brightness for power saving.
16:9 Overscan
Selecting screen area for image display.
DVI Input Setting
Adjusting black level for DVI input.
Overview (Picture, Sound)
Picture Menu
Overview of Picture menu settings and their availability.
Sound Menu
Overview of Sound menu settings and their availability.
How to Use Menu Functions
Setup
Main menu section for various setup options.
Link Settings
Settings for VIERA Link and Q-Link.
Child Lock
Controls for locking channels and inputs.
DVB Tuning Menu
Menu for tuning and editing DVB channels.
Analogue Tuning Menu
Menu for tuning and editing Analogue channels.
Display Settings
Settings related to screen display and timing.
System Menu
Access to system-related settings and information.
Other Settings
Various other settings like Power on, Overscan, etc.
Input Labels
Labeling or skipping input terminals.
How to Use Menu Functions
Link Settings
Configuration for VIERA Link and Q-Link features.
Child Lock
Options for parental controls and channel locking.
DVB Auto Setup
Automatic tuning of DVB channels.
DVB Favourites Editor
Creating and managing favourite DVB channel lists.
Channel Sorting by Region
Sorting channels based on region.
Analogue Auto Setup
Automatic tuning of Analogue channels.
Analogue Channel List
Editing and managing Analogue channels.
Owner ID
Setting owner identification information.
System Update
Updating the TV's system software.
Retuning from Setup Menu
DVB channels
Automatically retuning all DVB channels.
Retuning from Setup Menu
Analogue channels
Automatically retuning all Analogue channels.
Tuning and Editing Channels (DVB)
Select DVB
Selecting DVB mode for tuning.
Display the menu
Accessing the main menu.
Select "Setup"
Navigating to the Setup menu.
Select "DVB Tuning Menu"
Accessing DVB channel tuning options.
Select one of the following functions
Choosing from Favourites Edit, Channel List, Auto Setup, etc.
Sort DVB channels according to the region
Sorting DVB channels by region for better signal.
Set DVB channel manually
Manually tuning DVB channels.
Tuning and Editing Channels
List favourite DVB channels
Creating and managing favourite DVB channel lists.
Skip unwanted DVB channels, Edit DVB Channels
Hiding or editing DVB channels.
Tuning and Editing Channels
Update DVB channel automatically
Automatically updating the DVB channel list.
Display a notification message
Setting notifications for new DVB channels.
Check DVB signal
Checking the DVB signal condition.
Skip unwanted Analogue channels, Edit Analogue channels
Hiding or editing Analogue channels.
Tuning and Editing Channels
Set Analogue channel manually
Manually tuning Analogue channels.
Timer Programming
Select the mode you want to set
Choosing to set a timer for reminder or external recording.
Set timer programming event details
Start making the settings
Initial steps for setting timer programming events.
Select the function (Reminder or Ext Rec.)
Choosing between reminder or external recording functions.
Set the channel, date and time
Setting the channel, date, and time for timer events.
Store
Saving the programmed timer event.
To change a timer programming event
Modifying existing timer programming events.
To cancel a timer programming event
Cancelling programmed timer events.
To record with subtitles
Option to record programs with subtitles.
To cancel a timer programming event temporarily
Temporarily cancelling timer events.
To view details of the programming
Viewing details of Guide link programmed events.
Child Lock
Enter the PIN number (4 digits)
Entering the PIN for child lock access.
Select "Child Lock List"
Accessing the list of locked channels/inputs.
Select the channel / input to be locked
Choosing channels or inputs to lock.
To change the PIN number
Changing the existing child lock PIN.
Input Labels
Select the input mode p. 24
Selecting and labeling input modes.
User input
Naming input modes for easier identification.
Shipping Condition
Restore Settings Shipping Condition
Resets all settings to factory defaults.
Owner ID
Enter the PIN number (4 digits)
Entering the PIN for owner ID setup.
Enter your name, address, and postcode, in that order
Inputting personal information for owner ID.
To check the personal information stored
Viewing stored owner ID information.
To change the PIN number
Changing the owner ID PIN.
Using Common Interface
Select DVB
Selecting DVB mode for CI module access.
Display the menu
Accessing the TV's main menu.
Select "Setup"
Navigating to the Setup menu.
Select "System Menu"
Accessing the system menu.
Select "Common Interface"
Accessing the common interface menu.
Access Common Interface
Entering the common interface menu.
Follow the on screen operation guide
Following on-screen instructions for CI module operation.
Updating the TV Software
To update automatically
Setting automatic TV software updates.
To update immediately
Manually searching for and updating TV software.
Using Media Player
Viewing from SD Card (VIERA IMAGE VIEWER)
Viewing photos and videos from an SD card.
To insert the SD Card
Instructions for inserting an SD card.
To remove the SD Card
Instructions for removing an SD card.
Photo mode
Accessing and viewing photos.
Single view - Displayed one at a time
Viewing photos individually.
Slideshow
Viewing photos in a slideshow.
Photo Setup
Select "Photo Setup"
Accessing the photo setup menu.
Other items
Other settings related to photo mode.
Change to the Video mode
Switching from Photo mode to Video mode.
To sort by folder, recorded date or recorded month
Sorting media files by various criteria.
Using Media Player
Video mode
Viewing video files from SD card.
Playback from Title view
Playing video from the title list.
Playback from the selected scene in the title
Playing video from a specific scene.
How to operate in the playback
Controls for playback operations.
Sound Settings
Audio output settings
Configuring digital audio output settings.
Video Setup
Settings specific to video playback.
Change to the Photo mode
Switching to Photo mode from Media Player.
Link Functions (Q-Link VIERA Link)
Summary of Q-Link and VIERA Link features
Overview of Q-Link and VIERA Link functionalities.
IQ-Link (SCART connection only)
Details of Q-Link connection via SCART.
IVIERA Link (HDMI connection only)
Details of VIERA Link connection via HDMI.
IVIERA Link (HDMI and SCART connections)
Combined HDMI and SCART connections for VIERA Link.
VIERA Link (HDMI and Audio out connections)
VIERA Link Control of compatible equipment
Controlling compatible equipment via VIERA Link.
Link Functions (Q-Link VIERA Link)
Q-Link
Preparations and features for Q-Link.
Direct TV Recording - What you see is What you record
Recording programs directly via DVD recorder.
Power on link and Easy playback
Features for automatic power on and playback.
Power off link
Feature for automatic power off of connected equipment.
VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™”
Preparations
Steps before connecting and using VIERA Link.
Features available
Available functions of VIERA Link.
Analogue channel download
Downloading analogue channel settings.
Easy playback
Automatic input switching for playback.
Power on link
Automatic TV turn-on with equipment.
Power off link
Automatic equipment turn-off.
Link Functions (Q-Link VIERA Link)
Reduce unnecessary power consumption in standby
Standby Power Save feature.
Auto standby for unnecessary equipment
Intelligent Auto Standby feature.
Features available (Using VIERA Link Menu)
Features accessible via VIERA Link Menu.
Direct TV Recording - What you see is What you record
Recording programs directly via DVD recorder.
Features available (Using VIERA Link Menu)
Pause Live TV programme
Pausing and resuming live TV programs.
Link Functions (Q-Link VIERA Link)
Features available (Using VIERA Link Menu)
Controlling connected equipment via TV remote.
Control the menu of the connected equipment by VIERA remote control
Operating connected equipment menus with the TV remote.
Features available (Using VIERA Link Menu)
Speaker control Speaker Selection
Controlling TV speakers or connected home cinema speakers.
External Equipment
To watch satellite broadcasts
Connecting a satellite receiver.
To listen with speakers
Connecting an amplifier with speakers.
To watch DVDs
Connecting a DVD player.
Types of connectable equipment to each terminal
Table showing equipment compatibility with terminals.
External Equipment
HDMI equipment
Connecting HDMI-compatible devices.
Camcorder / HDMI equipment
Connecting camcorders or other HDMI devices.
Headphones
Connecting headphones.
Camcorder / Game equipment
Connecting camcorders or game consoles.
Technical Information
Auto Aspect
Automatic adjustment of picture aspect ratio.
SD Card
Cautions in handling SD Card
Precautions for safe handling of SD cards.
Data format for Card browsing
Supported data formats for SD card browsing.
Technical Information
Characters table for numeric buttons
Table for entering characters using numeric buttons.
SCART and HDMI terminal information
Details on SCART and HDMI terminal connections.
HDMI connection
Applicable HDMI features
Features supported by HDMI connections.
DVI connection
Connecting equipment with DVI output.
Input signal that can be displayed
Table of supported input signals for COMPONENT and HDMI.
FAQS
Block noise, frozen or disappearing image occurs in digital mode / White spots or shadow image (ghosting) occurs in analogue mode / Some channels cannot be tuned
Troubleshooting tips for image and channel reception issues.
Neither image nor sound is produced
Troubleshooting steps when no image or sound is displayed.
Auto aspect
Information on the auto aspect feature.
S-Video / black and white picture
Troubleshooting for S-Video or black/white picture issues.
Input mode, i.e. EC/AV1 remains on the screen
Clearing the EC/AV1 input mode display.
Q-Link function does not work
Troubleshooting Q-Link connection issues.
"VIERA Link" function does not work and an error message appears
Troubleshooting VIERA Link errors.
Recording does not start immediately
Troubleshooting delayed recording start.
Contrast is reduced
Reasons for reduced contrast.
FAQS
Chaotic image, noisy
Troubleshooting tips for noisy or chaotic images.
No image can be displayed
Steps to take if no image is displayed.
Blurry or distorted image (no sound or low volume)
Troubleshooting blurry images or distorted sound.
Unusual image is displayed
Steps for resolving unusual image display issues.
No sound is produced
Troubleshooting steps when no sound is heard.
Sound level is low or sound is distorted
Addressing low or distorted sound issues.
No programmes shown on TV Guide
Troubleshooting missing TV guide programs.
Cannot find a channel you have previously watched
Reasons for not finding previously watched channels.
FAQS
Sound is unusual
Troubleshooting unusual sound from HDMI devices.
Pictures from external equipment are unusual when the equipment is connected via HDMI
Troubleshooting unusual pictures from HDMI equipment.
The TV does not switch On
Steps if the TV does not turn on.
The TV goes into Standby mode
Information on auto standby mode activation.
The remote control does not work or is intermittent
Troubleshooting remote control issues.
Parts of the TV become hot
Information about TV component temperatures.
Permanently lit spots on screen
Explanation of permanent pixel issues.
An error message appears
Following instructions for error messages.
On screen messages
All tuning data will be erased
Message indicating data erasure.
Are you sure?
Confirmation prompt for operations.
Are you sure you want to delete this timer?
Confirmation for deleting timer events.
Bad signal
Message indicating a weak or poor signal.
Child Lock is active!
Notification that child lock is enabled.
Feature not available.
Message indicating a feature is not accessible.
Invalid operation - Please check settings and connections.
Error message for incorrect settings or connections.
Invalid system time. Please exit !
Error message regarding invalid system time.
Timer already expired!
Message indicating a timer event has passed.
Timer overlap.
Notification of overlapping timer programming events.
Tuner Locked
Message indicating the tuner is locked.
Unable to download, please check equipment
Error during download, check equipment.
On screen messages
PIN incorrect!
Message indicating an incorrect PIN entry.
Please wait.
Message indicating a process is in progress.
Recording this channel now
Notification that recording is in progress.
Reset to Factory Shipping Condition Completed.
Confirmation of factory reset completion.
Sending Preset Data
Message indicating preset data transfer.
Software successfully updated.
Notification of successful software update.
Software update failed. Please try again later.
Message indicating software update failure.
This timer will not follow the TV Guide information.
Warning about timer programming not following TV Guide.
Timer already expired!
Message indicating a timer event has expired.
Timer incorrect!
Message indicating an issue with timer settings.
Tuner Locked
Message indicating the tuner is locked.
Unable to download, please check equipment
Error during download, check equipment.
Media Player
Cannot read file
Message indicating a file cannot be read.
No SD card inserted
Message indicating no SD card is present.
No valid file to play
Message indicating no playable file found.
Please confirm the SD card is OK
Message to check the SD card.
This operation is not possible
Message indicating an operation cannot be performed.
Maintenance
Display panel, Cabinet, Pedestal
Cleaning instructions for the TV display, cabinet, and pedestal.
Mains plug
Cleaning instructions for the mains plug.
Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used Batteries
For business users in the European Union
Information for business users on equipment disposal.
Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union
Disposal information for countries outside the EU.
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