Panasonic Viera TH-50PX8B Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic Viera TH-50PX8B Operating Instructions Manual

Plasma television model no. th-37px8b; th-42px8b; th-50px8b
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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.
U.K. Standard
English

Operating Instructions

Plasma Television
TH-37PX8B
Model No.
TH-42PX8B
TH-50PX8B

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Safety Precautions
Electrical Safety
Covers safe handling of the mains plug, power source, and internal components.
Physical Safety & Handling
Addresses headphone volume, heat exposure, placement, and transport safety.
Notes and Maintenance
Usage Guidelines
Covers image retention, auto standby, and equipment placement.
Cleaning Instructions
Provides guidance on cleaning the display panel, cabinet, and mains plug.
Accessories and Options
Standard Accessories
Lists all standard accessories included with the TV.
Optional Accessories
Details optional accessories available for purchase.
Attaching the Pedestal
Assembly Warnings and Steps
Includes safety warnings, cautions, and assembly instructions for the pedestal.
Identifying Controls
TV Unit Controls
Identifies the main controls and indicators on the TV unit itself.
Identifying Controls - Remote Control
Remote Control Functions
Details the functions of various buttons on the remote control.
Basic Connection
Connecting Aerial and External Devices
Illustrates connections for aerial and external devices like DVD recorders.
Basic Connection Examples
Connecting Multiple Devices
Demonstrates connecting VCR and satellite receiver simultaneously.
Auto Setup
Initial Setup Steps
Covers plugging in, Owner ID entry, and picture setting selection.
Using On-Screen Displays
Navigating Menus with Remote
Explains how to navigate menus using the remote control and help features.
Watching TV
Basic Operation
Steps for turning on, selecting modes, and choosing programmes.
Useful Functions
Covers functions like holding the picture and displaying subtitles.
TV Viewing Functions
Display Information Banner
Details the information banner that appears when changing channels.
Programme Settings
How to view and adjust settings specific to the current programme.
Watching TV Features
Off Timer and Aspect Ratio
Setting the TV to turn off automatically and adjusting picture aspect ratio.
Viewing Teletext
DVB Teletext Services and Usage
Information on DVB teletext and how to navigate pages.
Viewing Teletext
Analogue Teletext Modes
Explains FASTEXT and List modes for analogue teletext.
Selecting Teletext Pages
Steps to select specific teletext pages using page numbers.
Viewing Teletext Features
Multi-window and Stored Pages
Viewing TV and Teletext simultaneously and storing favourite pages.
Sub-page Viewing
Accessing and viewing teletext sub-pages.
Using TV Guide
Guide Display and Layout
How to view the TV Guide in different display orientations and layouts.
TV Guide Functions
Programme Viewing and Details
Steps to select, view, and get details for programme events.
Timer Programming
Setting up programmes for recording via the TV Guide.
Watching External Equipment
Connecting and Selecting Inputs
Steps for connecting external devices and selecting input sources.
Operating External Equipment
Remote Control Operations
How to control connected Panasonic VCR/DVD equipment with the TV remote.
Using Menu Functions
Menu Navigation Steps
Steps to access, select, and adjust settings within the TV menus.
Using Menu Functions - Advanced
Advanced Setting Adjustments
Covers alternatives, slide bars, character input, and resetting settings.
Using Menu Functions - List
VIERA Link, Picture, and Sound Menus
Details settings available within VIERA Link, Picture, and Sound menus.
Using Menu Functions - Setup
Setup Menu Options
Lists various setup options including tuning, system information, and power save.
Using Menu Functions - Overview
Menu Structure Diagrams
Provides an overview of the VIERA Link, Picture, Sound, and Setup menu structures.
Using Menu Functions - Flowchart
Menu Navigation Flow
Illustrates the flow of accessing Child Lock, Tuning Menu, and GUIDE Plus+ Settings.
DVB Settings
Accessing DVB Settings
Steps to select DVB mode and access specific settings like Common Interface.
DVB Settings - Pay-TV and Software Update
Common Interface for Pay-TV
Instructions for inserting and using a Common Interface module for Pay-TV.
System Update Procedures
Procedures for updating TV software via search or download.
Editing Programmes
Programme List Management
Creating favourite programme lists and editing DVB/Analogue services.
Editing Programmes - Advanced
Skipping Services and Audience Control
Hiding unwanted services and locking programmes with Child Lock.
Tuning Programmes
Accessing Tuning Menu
Steps to access the Tuning Menu and select programme tuning functions.
Tuning Programmes - Methods
Auto and Manual Tuning
Covers Auto Setup, DVB manual, and Analogue manual tuning.
Adding Services and Checking Signal
Adding new DVB services, notification messages, and checking DVB signal.
Restore Settings
Resetting TV to Default
Steps to reset all TV settings to their original factory condition.
Owner ID Setup
Entering PIN and Personal Information
Instructions for entering PIN, name, address, and postcode.
Input Labels
Labeling Input Terminals
Steps to label or skip input terminals for easier selection.
Input Labels - User Input
Naming Input Terminals
Allows free naming of input terminals using the on-screen keyboard.
Recording Controls
Timer Programming Setup
Steps to set up programmes for recording via the menu.
Recording Controls - Timer Details
Setting and Managing Timer Events
Covers setting, changing, cancelling, and viewing timer recording events.
Link Functions
Q-Link and VIERA Link Overview
Introduces Q-Link and VIERA Link for equipment control and connectivity.
Q-Link Functionality
Q-Link Preparations and Features
Details preparations and available features for Q-Link functionality.
VIERA Link Functionality
HDAVI Control and Preparations
Explains HDAVI Control, its compatibility, and necessary setup procedures.
VIERA Link Features
Overview of VIERA Link features like easy playback and power links.
VIERA Link Features
Direct TV Recording
Recording the current programme directly using VIERA Link.
Pause Live TV
Pausing and resuming live TV broadcasts via VIERA Link.
VIERA Link Control
Controlling Connected Equipment Menus
Operating connected equipment menus using the TV remote control.
VIERA Link Control - Speaker
Speaker Volume and Selection
Controlling theatre speaker volume and selection via VIERA Link.
External Equipment Connections
Equipment Compatibility Table
Table showing equipment compatibility with various TV terminals.
External Equipment Diagrams
Connection Examples
Diagrams showing connections for recording/playback and satellite broadcasts.
Technical Information
Auto Aspect and HDMI Connection
Details on auto aspect ratio adjustment and HDMI connection benefits.
Technical Information - Software and Terminals
DVB Software Updates
Procedures for updating TV software for improved performance.
Terminal Pin Information
Provides pin details for AV, SCART, S-Video, and HDMI terminals.
Technical Information - Signal Display
Supported Input Signals
Lists supported input signal formats for COMPONENT and HDMI.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Image and Sound Issues
Troubleshooting steps for common image and sound problems.
Programme and Guide Issues
Solutions for issues related to programme display and TV Guide.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) - Troubleshooting
Screen and Sound Problems
Troubleshooting steps for screen, sound, DVB, and HDMI related issues.
DVB, HDMI, and Remote Issues
Solutions for DVB interference, HDMI problems, and remote control issues.
On-Screen Messages
Common Messages and Actions
Explains common messages like tuning data erasure, signal issues, and service found.
On-Screen Messages - Continued
Recording and Software Messages
Interprets messages related to recording, software updates, and timer errors.
Licence and Glossary
Trademarks and Definitions
Lists trademarks and provides definitions for technical terms used.
Specifications
Electrical and Display Specs
Details electrical specifications, power consumption, and display characteristics.
Sound, Terminals, and Dimensions
Covers audio output, terminal information, dimensions, and mass.
Sales and Support Information
Customer Care and Direct Sales
Contact details for customer support and ordering accessories.

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