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Panasonic Viera ST50A series Operating Instructions Manual

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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.
English
ST50A series
Australia
ST50Z series
New Zealand
TQB4TC0284

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  • Page 1 ST50Z series New Zealand 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.
  • Page 2 Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use ® of such marks by Panasonic Corporation is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    The recording and playback of content on this or any other device may require permission from the owner of the copyright or other such rights in that content. Panasonic has no authority to and does not grant you that permission and...

  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    Using an unapproved pedestal or other fixtures may or other open flames make the TV unstable, risking injury. Be sure to ask your local Panasonic dealer to perform setup. away from this product ● Use approved pedestals (p. 8) / wall-hanging brackets (p.

  • Page 5: Display Panel

    Important Installation Notices Install the TV on a stable surface Allow sufficient space around the TV for If a television is not positioned in a sufficiently stable radiated heat location, it can be potentially hazardous due to falling. Minimum distance ●...

  • Page 6: Accessories / Options

    When noises occur due to the static electricity, etc., the TV might stop operating for the protection of the devices. In this case, turn the TV off with Mains power On / Off switch, then turn it on again. ● Additional information for built-in wireless LAN and access point may be on the following website. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/tv/ ■ Bluetooth wireless technology ®...
  • Page 7 Optional accessories Please contact your local Panasonic dealer to purchase the recommended optional accessories. For additional details, please read the manual of the optional accessories. 3D Eyewear set (Rechargeable type) ● ● TY-ER3D4MW If you need additional 3D Eyewear, please purchase this optional accessory.
  • Page 8 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 local Panasonic dealer immediately. During set-up, make sure that all screws are securely tightened.
  • Page 9 ■ Assembling the pedestal Insert the tabs of the neck into the base Turn the base over and fix the neck securely firmly with assembly screws ● Do not hold the neck when turning over the base. Tabs (bottom) 42” / 50” class (3) 42”...
  • Page 10 Removing the pedestal from the TV Be sure to remove the pedestal in the following way when using the wall-hanging bracket or repacking the TV. 1 Remove the assembly screws (42” / 50” class) or (60” class) from the TV. 2 Pull out the pedestal from the TV.

  • Page 11: Identifying Controls

    Identifying Controls Remote Control INTERNET ([VIERA Connect]) (p. 19, 84) ● Displays VIERA Connect home screen. ● Confirms selections and choices. ● Press after selecting channel positions to quickly change channel. ● Displays the Channel List. [Option Menu] (p. 22) ●...
  • Page 12 Indicator / Control panel Remote control signal receiver ● Do not place any objects between the TV remote control signal receiver and remote control. C.A.T.S. (Contrast Automatic Tracking System) sensor ● Senses brightness to adjust picture quality when [Eco Mode] in the Picture Menu is set to [On]. (p.

  • Page 13: Basic Connection

    Basic Connection External equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this TV. Please ensure that the unit is disconnected from the mains socket before attaching or disconnecting any leads. When disconnecting the mains lead, be absolutely sure to disconnect the mains plug at the socket outlet first. Terminals SD Card slot (p.

  • Page 14: Av Devices

    Note ● Keep RF (antenna) cable away from the mains lead to avoid and minimise mains interference pickup. ● Do not place the RF cable under the TV. To obtain optimum quality picture and sound, an aerial, the correct cable (75 Ω coaxial), and the correct terminating ●...
  • Page 15 Network To enable the network service functions (VIERA Connect, etc.), you need to connect the TV to a broadband network environment. ● If you do not have any broadband network services, please consult your retailer for assistance. ● Prepare the internet environment for wired connection or wireless connection. ●...

  • Page 16: Auto Tuning

    Auto Tuning Search and store TV channels automatically. ● These steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed by your local dealer. ● Please complete connections (p. 13 - 15) and settings (if necessary) of the connected equipment before starting Auto Tuning.
  • Page 17 ■ [Wired] 1. Select [Auto] Connection Test : succeeded Check network cable connection. Acquire IP Address The test is successful Check acquired IP address. Auto Manual Check for devices using same IP address. and the TV is Check gateway connection. connected to the Check server connection.
  • Page 18 [WPS(Push button)] 1. Press the WPS button on the access point until the light flashes 2. Connect the TV with the access point WPS(Push button) 1) Please press the ‘WPS’ button on the wireless access point until its light flashes. 2) When the light is flashing select ‘Connect’...

  • Page 19: Turn Power On

    VIERA Connect is a gateway to the internet services unique to Panasonic. VIERA Connect allows you to access some specific websites supported by Panasonic, and enjoy internet contents such as videos, games, communication tools, etc. from VIERA Connect home screen.

  • Page 20: Select A Channel

    Watching TV Turn power on ● Mains power On / Off switch should be on. (p. 12) ■ VIERA Connect introduction banner appears Every time you turn on the TV, this banner appears at the bottom of the screen. You can access to VIERA Connect easily and enjoy the various contents.

  • Page 21: Other Useful Functions

    Other useful functions Display Information banner Display Information banner ● Also appears when changing a channel. Example: Digital TV 8:35 pm Coronation Street All Digital Channels 8:00 pm - 8:55 pm BBC ONE WALES Rating : PG Channel position and name Programme Start / Finish time (Digital TV) Channel number, etc.

  • Page 22: Off Timer

    Display the selectable settings for the current status Confirm or change the current status instantly ● To change select select / change access store [Dual Audio] (Digital TV) [Audio Description] (Digital TV) Selects stereo / monaural (if available) Set to [Auto] if the programme has Audio Description service, then you will hear an additional audio track to [Subtitle Language] (Digital TV) describe events on screen...

  • Page 23: Last View

    [16:9] [4:3 Full] Directly displays the image at 16:9 Displays a 4:3 image enlarged without distortion (anamorphic). horizontally to fit the screen. ● For Digital TV or HD signal [14:9] [Zoom1] Displays the image at the standard Displays a 16:9 letterbox or 4:3 image 14:9 without distortion.

  • Page 24: Using Tv Guide

    Using TV Guide TV Guide - Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) provides an on-screen listing of the programmes currently broadcast and the forthcoming broadcasts over the next seven days (depending on the broadcasters). ● Digital TV and Analogue TV channels are displayed on the same TV Guide screen. [D] means Digital TV channel and [A] means Analogue TV channel.
  • Page 25 ■ ■ To view a channel list of the selected type To view a channel list of the selected category (Digital TV) (Category list) select category (Type list) select type Favourites All Channels view Prog.Type All Types view All Channels All Digital Channels All Types Only Analogue channels are listed...

  • Page 26: View The Freeview Guide

    Using the Freeview Guide (Digital TV) Using the Freeview Guide enables you to select a programme easily, view programme information, etc. The Freeview Guide - Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) provides an on screen listing of the programmes currently broadcast and the future broadcasts over the next seven days (depending on the broadcasters). View the Freeview Guide Each time pressed, the screen will be switched between the Freeview Guide Listing and What’s on Now / Next.

  • Page 27: Viewing Teletext

    Viewing Teletext Teletext services are the text information provided by the broadcasters. The features may vary depending on the broadcasters. What is FASTEXT mode? In FASTEXT mode, four differently coloured subjects are situated at the bottom of the screen. To access more information about one of these subjects, press the appropriate coloured button.

  • Page 28: Store Frequently Viewed Pages

    FULL / TOP / BOTTOM (TOP) (BOTTOM) Normal (FULL) (Expand the BOTTOM half) (Expand the TOP half) View in multi window Watch TV and Teletext in two windows at once Select Picture and text on or off (Press twice) ● Operations can be made only in teletext screen.

  • Page 29: Watching External Inputs

    Watching External Inputs Connect the external equipment (VCRs, DVD equipment, etc.) and you can watch through the input. ● To connect the equipment (p. 13 - 15, 92 - 94) The remote control is capable of operating the contents or external equipment. (p.

  • Page 30: Operating Contents Or The Equipment With The Tv Remote Control

    Pause / Resume Record Start recording How to change the code Each type of the Panasonic equipment has its own remote control code. Change the code according to the equipment you want to operate. Press and hold during the following operations...

  • Page 31: Viewing 3D Images

    Viewing 3D images You can enjoy viewing 3D images with contents or programmes corresponding to the 3D effect by wearing the 3D Eyewear (supplied). “Standard accessories” (p. 6) This TV supports [Frame Sequential] ∗ , [Side by Side] ∗ and [Top and Bottom] ∗ 3D formats.
  • Page 32 ● 3D Eyewear 3D Eyewear can be worn over vision correction glasses. ● Use the Panasonic 3D Eyewear that has this logo and supports Bluetooth wireless technology. ® “Full HD 3D Glasses™” logo indicates products that are compatible with the active shutter 3D glasses technology standards licensed by the Full HD 3D Glasses Initiative.

  • Page 33: Part Names And Functions

    Part names and functions Power switch Slide the tab to the “ON” / “OFF” position to switch the power On / Off. Each time slide the tab to the “MODE” position to change the mode between 3D and 2D (view a 3D image in 2D). Registration (p.
  • Page 34 Registration First registration Perform the first registration when the 3D Eyewear is used for the first time. Turn on the TV Slide the power switch from “OFF” to “ON” The 3D Eyewear will power on and start registration. Place the 3D Eyewear within 50 cm from the TV while registration in progress. The green LED lights on the 3D Eyewear for 3 seconds when the registration is successfully completed After first registration, the 3D Eyewear will reconnect with TV automatically when 3D Eyewear is powered on near the TV in 3D mode.

  • Page 35: Replacing The Battery

    Replacing the battery When the battery is running low, the indicator lamp flashes 5 times on turning the 3D Eyewear on. In this case, early battery replacement is recommended. ● Dispose of the old batteries as non-burnable rubbish, or in line with the waste disposal regulations in your local area. Loosen the screw and remove the cover using with a precision Phillips (No.0, plus +) screwdriver ●...

  • Page 36: View The 3D Images

    Please consult the suppliers of contents or programmes for availability of this service. ■ 3D photos and 3D videos taken by 3D-compatible Panasonic products ● Available in Media Player (p. 66 - 68, 70) and Network services (p. 81, 82) ■...
  • Page 37 ■ To change 3D format manually When the image is not changed properly using [3D], [2D] or [2D 3D] mode, use this manual setting. During the above operation Select the mode select 3D Mode Selection (Manual) Original Frame Sequential - 3D Frame Sequential - 2D Side by Side - 3D Side by Side - 2D...
  • Page 38 3D Settings If the 3D images are not displayed correctly or seem unusual, adjust and setup the 3D settings. Display the menu Select [Picture] select Picture access Select [3D Settings] select P-NR access 3D Settings Access Screen Display Advanced Settings Reset Picture Defaults Select one of the following functions and set select...

  • Page 39: How To Use Viera Tools

    How to Use VIERA TOOLS You can access some special features easily by using the VIERA TOOLS function. Display icons of the feature Select a feature select access VIERA Link ■ To return to TV ■ Follow the operations of each feature [Music] ∗...

  • Page 40: How To Use Menu Functions

    How to Use Menu Functions Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions. Display the menu ● Displays the functions that can be set (varies according to the input signal). Select the menu Example: [Picture Menu] select Main Menu access...

  • Page 41: Menu List

    Menu list Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Selects your favourite picture mode for each input [Dynamic] / [Normal] / [Cinema] / [True Cinema] / [Game] [Dynamic]: Improves contrast and sharpness for viewing in a bright room. [Normal]: Normal use for viewing in a normal lighting condition. [Cinema]: Improves the performance of contrast, black and colour reproduction for watching movies in a darkened room.
  • Page 42 Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Automatically compensates the picture frame rate and removes juddering movements to make the images smooth [Off] / [Min] / [Mid] / [Max] Intelligent Frame ● Depending on the contents, images may be noisy. To prevent the noise, change Creation the setting.
  • Page 43 Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Selects your favourite sound mode [Music] / [Speech] / [User] ● The selected mode affects all input signals. [Music]: Improves sound quality for watching music videos, etc. [Speech]: Improves sound quality for watching news, drama, etc. ●...
  • Page 44 Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Preferred Audio Selects the preferred language for digital TV multi audio (depending on the Language broadcaster) [English] / [Maori] / [French] / [German] / [Italian] / [Spanish] / [Korean] / [Chinese-Mandarin] / [Chinese-Cantonese] / [Japanese] / [Hindi] Selects multiplex sound mode (if available) [Stereo]: Use this normally.
  • Page 45 Sets to control the TV with the devices connected to the network (p. 77) Software Update Checks for available software updates from the Panasonic website Selects whether to give a notification message when new software is found via New Software Message...
  • Page 46 Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Creates a list of favourite channels (p. 48) Favourites Edit ● For Digital TV Channel List Skips the unwanted channels or edits channels (p. 49) Auto Tuning Automatically searches for the receivable channels (p. 50) Manual Tuning Searches for the channels manually (p.
  • Page 47 Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) VIERA Link Sets to use VIERA Link functions [Off] / [On] (p. 87) Automatically adjusts the picture settings according to the received HDMI content via HDMI cable [Off] / [Auto] ● This function is available if the connected equipment supports HDMI Content HDMI Content Type Type.

  • Page 48: Tuning And Editing Channels

    Tuning and Editing Channels You can retune channels or make your favourite channel lists, skip unwanted channels, etc. Select the mode (p. 20) Display the menu and select [Setup] select Setup access Select [Digital TV Tuning Menu] or [Analogue TV Tuning Menu] select access Digital TV Tuning Menu...
  • Page 49 ■ To edit Favourites list While the cursor is in the Favourites field to edit ● ● To move the channel To delete the channel Select the new position Store ● To delete all channels ● To name the Favourites Set characters (maximum 10 characters) Store select...
  • Page 50 Set all channels automatically [Auto Tuning] Automatically retune all channels received in the area. Start Auto Tuning Settings are made automatically Example: Digital TV Example: Digital TV Digital TV Auto Tuning Digital TV Auto Tuning Scan CH 6 All digital TV tuning data will be erased This will take about 3 minutes.
  • Page 51 Update Digital TV channel automatically [Update Channel List] (Digital TV) You can add new channels, delete removed channels, update channel name and position automatically to the channel list. ● The channel list is updated while keeping your settings in [Favourites Edit], Digital TV Update Channel List Scan CH 6...

  • Page 52: Timer Programming

    Timer Programming Timer Programming from Menu The Timer Programming menu allows you to choose programmes that you want to remind watching or record to the USB HDD or the SD Card. At the correct time, the TV will tune to the correct channel even if the TV is in Standby mode.

  • Page 53: Set Timer Programming Event Details

    Set timer programming event details Start making the settings Select the function ([USB HDD Rec.], [SD Card Rec.] or [Reminder]) [USB HDD Rec.] / [SD Card Rec.]: Records the programme to the USB HDD or the SD Card. When the start time comes, the channel will be switched automatically and the video and audio signals will be output.
  • Page 54 ■ To edit a timer programming event Select the event ● To change a timer programming event ● To cancel a timer programming event temporarily Each time pressed: • Correct as necessary (p. 53) Timer off: cancel Timer on: stop cancelling ●...

  • Page 55: Child Lock

    Child Lock You can lock specific channels / AV input terminals and control who watches them. When the locked channel / input is selected, a message appears. Enter the PIN number to watch. Display the menu and select [Setup] select Setup access Select [Child Lock]...

  • Page 56: Shipping Condition

    Shipping Condition Resets the TV to its original condition, i.e. no channels tuned in. All settings other than [USB HDD Setup] are reset (channels, picture, sound settings, etc.). ● To retune TV channels only, e.g. after moving house [Auto Tuning] in “Tuning and Editing Channels” (p. 50, 51) Display the menu and select [Setup] select Setup...

  • Page 57: Updating The Tv Software

    Updating the TV Software A new version of software may be released for download to enhance the performance or operations of the TV. If there is an update available, a notification message is displayed when the channel has the update information. ●...

  • Page 58: Displaying Pc Screen On Tv

    Displaying PC Screen on TV The screen of the PC connected to the TV can be displayed on the TV. You can also listen to PC sound with the audio cable connected. ● To connect PC (p. 93) Select the external input Select [PC] select Input Selection...

  • Page 59: Advanced Picture Settings

    Advanced Picture Settings You can adjust and setup the detailed picture settings for each Viewing Mode. ● To use this function completely, set [Advance] to [On] in the Setup Menu. (p. 47) ● For PC input mode, some functions are available without setting [Advance]. Display the menu and select [Picture] select Picture...

  • Page 60: Usb Hdd / Sd Card Recording

    USB HDD / SD Card Recording You can record the digital TV programmes to the connected USB HDD or inserted SD Card and enjoy playing back in various ways. ● Analogue TV programme cannot be recorded on the USB HDD / SD Card. ●...
  • Page 61 Setting for USB HDD / SD Card Format and setup the USB HDD with this TV in order to use it for recording. Depending on the conditions of the SD Card, the recording may not work properly. Formatting the SD Card with this TV will resolve this problem.
  • Page 62 Mode USB HDD Setup Product Name : The USB HDD is available for recording / playing back. USB Drive A USB HDD 1 USB Flash Disk Only one USB HDD on the list is available for recording. USB HDD name is displayed : The USB HDD is available for playing back.
  • Page 63 One touch direct TV recording [One Touch Recording] - What you see is What you record Records the current programme in the USB HDD or the SD Card immediately. Select the maximum recording time [30] / [60] / [90] / [120] / [180] (minutes) ●...

  • Page 64: Using Media Player

    Using Media Player Media Player allows you to enjoy photo, video or music recorded on an SD Card and a USB Flash Memory, and contents recorded with this TV on the recording devices (SD Card / exclusive USB HDD). VIERA IMAGE VIEWER is the function of the easy viewing for photos or videos recorded on an SD Card on the TV screen by simply inserting into the SD Card slot.
  • Page 65 Starting Media Player Insert the SD Card or USB Flash Memory to the TV (p. 64) ● To play back contents in the USB HDD, check the connection and settings are completed. (p. 60, 61) ● When the SD Card is inserted, switching to Media Player will be done automatically. Start Media Player ●...

  • Page 66: Change The Contents

    Change the contents You can switch to the other mode of Media Player from the thumbnail view. ● The mode can be switched in the current device. While the thumbnail is displayed, Select the contents display the contents selection Contents Select select EXIT Select...

  • Page 67: Multi Shot 3D

    ■ To sort by folder, recorded date or recorded month Display the view selection in the thumbnail view Select the sort type [Folder view]: select Displays the thumbnail grouped by folder. access ● The files which are not into a folder will be collected to the folder named “/”. [Sort by Date] / [Sort by Month]: Displays the thumbnail grouped by the same date or month.

  • Page 68: Photo Settings

    ■ To enjoy the saved 3D photos Saved 3D photos are displayed in the Thumbnail screen. Wear the 3D Eyewear and enjoy the 3D photos. Example: Thumbnail Media Player Photo All photos Saved 3D photo Photo Settings Setup the settings for Photo mode. Display the option menu Select [Slideshow Settings] Select the items and set...
  • Page 69 Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Selects enlarged or normal viewing on Single view and Slideshow [Normal] / [Zoom] ● This function is not available when [Frame] is set to [Collage], [Drift], [Gallery] or Screen Mode [Cinema] or when [Transition Effect] is set to [Motion]. ●...

  • Page 70: Video Mode

    Video and Recorded TV mode ● Supported file format (p. 96, 97) Video mode (For SD Card or USB Flash Memory) The thumbnail of video titles in the SD Card or USB Flash Memory will be displayed. Example: Thumbnail - [Title view] The preview will start when the title / scene is highlighted if it supports Media Player Video...

  • Page 71: Video Setup

    ■ Video Setup Setup the settings for Video mode. ● Menu items and selectable options vary depending on the content. Display the option menu Select [Video Setup] Select the items and set select Option Menu Video Setup access / store Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives)
  • Page 72 ■ Playback from the list Select the content Start playback ● If you stopped the last playback on the way, the confirmation screen is displayed to select whether to start from where you stopped last time or from the beginning. (USB HDD only) ●...

  • Page 73: Audio Output Settings

    ● To jump to the specified time point While the time seek bar is displayed Press: Search about 10 seconds Press and hold: Search rapidly ● ● To change aspect To display the subtitle (if available) ● To confirm or change the current status (if available) “Display the selectable settings for the current status”...

  • Page 74: Music Setup

    Music mode ● Supported file format (p. 97) The thumbnail of music folders in the SD Card or USB Flash Memory will be displayed. Example: Thumbnail - [Folder view] ● To play back the selected folder Media Player Music Folder view Select the folder Start playback My Music_1...

  • Page 75: Using Network Services

    VIERA Connect is a gateway to the internet services unique to Panasonic. VIERA Connect allows you to access some specific websites supported by Panasonic, and enjoy internet contents such as videos, games, communication tools, etc. from VIERA Connect home screen.
  • Page 76 Network connections To use only DLNA features, you can operate the features without broadband network environment. To use VIERA Connect features, you need a broadband network environment. ● If you do not have any broadband network services, please consult your retailer for assistance. ●...

  • Page 77: Network Link Settings

    Enables to control the TV from the network equipment (smartphone, etc.) [Off] / [On] Network Remote ● Depending on the area, this function may not be available. For details, consult Control your local Panasonic dealer. ● For more information of this function: http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/tv/...

  • Page 78: Wired Connection Settings

    Wired connection settings This setting is for the network connection by using the LAN cable. Select [Network Connection] and set to [Wired] select Connection Test access / store Network Connection Wired Wireless Network Settings IP/DNS Settings Network Link Settings If you make the network connection like “Example 2” (p. 76), you do not Software Update have to set [Acquire DNS Address], [Proxy] and [Proxy Port].

  • Page 79: Wireless Connection Settings

    Select [Connection Test] and access to test select Connection Test Access access ● Performs automatic testing of the network connection for the TV. (It takes a while to test.) Connection Test : succeeded Check network cable connection. The test is successful and the TV is connected to the network. Check acquired IP address.

  • Page 80: Update Tv's Software

    Select [Connection Test] and access to test select Connection Test Access access Performs automatic testing of the network connection for the TV. (It takes a while to test.) Connection Test : succeeded Check wireless network connection. The test is successful and the TV is connected to the network. Check acquired IP address.
  • Page 81 Using DLNA features ® ● Ensure the preparation of the media server, network connections and network settings are completed. “Media server” (p. 75), “Network connections” (p. 76), “Network Setup” (p. 77 - 80) Display [VIERA TOOLS] and select [Media Server] select access Media Server...
  • Page 82 [Slideshow] - Slideshow completes when all photos are viewed within the list. Select the photo file from the list for the first view Start Slideshow ● ● ● To display / hide the operation guide To pause (return to Single view) To return to list For video file Playback...

  • Page 83: Option Menu For Each Content

    Option menu for each content Setup the settings for Photo, Video and Music file operations. Display the Select [Slideshow Settings], [Video Setup] Select the items and set option menu or [Music Setup] select Option Menu access / store Slideshow Settings Video Setup Music Setup select...

  • Page 84: Audio Output Settings (For Video Contents)

    ● The services through VIERA Connect are operated by their respective service providers, and service may be discontinued either temporarily or permanently without notice. Therefore, Panasonic will make no warranty for the content or the continuity of the services. ●...

  • Page 85: Link Functions (Viera Link)

    Use fully wired HDMI compliant cable. ● Connect the equipment supporting VIERA Link to the TV’s HDMI terminal via an HDMI cable. ● About HDMI cable for connecting Panasonic HD Video Camera or LUMIX Camera, read the manual of the equipment.

  • Page 86: Viera Link (Hdmi And Audio Out Connections)

    VIERA Link (HDMI and Audio out connections) Connected equipment Player theatre Blu-ray Disc theatre Amplifier Features Channel download – – – ∗ ∗ Easy playback – Power on link – Power off link Reduce unnecessary power ∗ – – consumption in Standby Auto standby for unnecessary ∗...

  • Page 87: Easy Playback

    ” ∗ VIERA Link “ ∗ Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with Panasonic products which have “HDAVI Control” function. This TV supports “HDAVI Control 5” function. These features are limited to models incorporating “HDAVI Control” and “VIERA Link”. ● Some functions are not available depending on the equipment’s version of HDAVI Control. Confirm the connected equipment’s version of HDAVI Control.
  • Page 88 Reduce unnecessary power consumption in Standby [Standby Power Save] Set Standby Power Save [On] in the Setup Menu to use this function [Standby Power Save] (p. 47) The power consumption in Standby mode of the connected equipment is controlled higher or lower in synchronisation with the TV On / Off state to reduce the consumption.
  • Page 89 Pause Live TV programme [Pause Live TV] You can pause the current TV programme and resume later. The current TV programme will be recorded on HDD of the connected DIGA Recorder. ● This function is available with a DIGA Recorder which has HDD. ●...

  • Page 90: Operate The Menu Of The Equipment

    Select [VIERA Link Control] select VIERA Link Menu Pause Live TV Start access Direct TV Rec Start VIERA Link Control Recorder Speaker Selection Home Cinema Select the equipment to access Select the type of the connected equipment and access. select VIERA Link Menu Pause Live TV Start...
  • Page 91 Speaker control [Speaker Selection] You can control the theatre speaker with this TV remote control pointing at the TV’s signal receiver. ● If you cannot operate, check the settings and the equipment. “Summary of features” (p. 85, 86), “Preparations” (p. 87) Display [VIERA TOOLS] and select [VIERA Link] select access...

  • Page 92: External Equipment

    External Equipment These diagrams show our recommendations for connection of your TV to various pieces of equipment. For other connections, consult the instructions for each piece of equipment, the basic connection (p. 13 - 15), the table (p. 94), and the specifications (p. 107, 108). ●...
  • Page 93 Headphones Less than 10 cm Rear of the TV (M3 stereo mini plug) Ferrite core - Small size (supplied) Installing the Ferrite core Pull back the tab Wind the cable twice Close ● To adjust volume [Headphone Volume] (p. 43) USB devices USB cable USB HDD...
  • Page 94 Types of connectable equipment to each terminal Terminal AV2 IN ∗ Features To watch 3D contents (Blu-ray Disc Player) To watch satellite broadcasts (Set top box) To watch videocassettes / DVDs (VCR / DVD player) To watch camcorder images (Video camera) To play games (Game equipment) ∗...

  • Page 95: Technical Information

    Technical Information Channel Allocation (Analogue TV) CH Display / Receive Channel CH 0 - CH 5 S 2 - S 10 CH 5A CH 6 - CH 9 CH 9A CH 10 - CH 12 S 11 - S 44 CH 20 - CH 75 CH Display / Receive Channel CH 1 - CH 11...
  • Page 96 MPEG2 MPEG Audio structure on the device is modified. ● This TV supports Motion JPEG DivX3 DivX4 Dolby Digital recorded by Panasonic LUMIX Camera ∗ DivX5 DivX6 Dolby Digital ● This TV is not available for playing back Plus H.264 BP/MP/HP .mov...
  • Page 97 Dolby Digital DivX5 DivX6 .f4v Dolby Digital ● This TV supports this container H.264 BP/MP/HP Plus .m4v recorded by Panasonic products. For MPEG1 details, read the manual of the products. HE-AAC .mp4 MPEG2 MPEG Audio MPEG4 SP/ASP .flv H.264 –...
  • Page 98 DivX DivX Certified to play DivX and DivX Plus HD (H.264/MKV) video up to 1080p HD including premium content. ® ® ® ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX is a digital video format created by DivX, LLC, a subsidiary of Rovi Corporation. This is an official DivX Certified ®...
  • Page 99 Electrical interference, static electricity, or erroneous operation may damage the data or device. ● Back up the recorded data at regular intervals in case of deteriorated or damaged data or erratic operation of the TV. Panasonic is not liable for any deterioration or damage of recorded data.

  • Page 100: Dvi Connection

    HDMI connection HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) is the world’s first complete digital consumer AV interface complying with a non-compression standard. HDMI allows you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality sound by connecting the TV and the equipment. HDMI-compatible equipment ∗ with an HDMI or DVI output terminal, such as a DVD player, a set top box or game equipment, can be connected to the HDMI terminal using an HDMI compliant (fully wired) cable.

  • Page 101: Usb Keyboard

    ● You cannot use two or more same kind of USB devices simultaneously except USB Flash Memory or USB HDD. ● Additional information for USB devices may be on the following website. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/tv/ ■ USB Keyboard ● The USB Keyboard requiring its driver is not supported.
  • Page 102 Input signal that can be displayed ■ COMPONENT (Y, P (from AV2 terminal)), HDMI Signal name COMPONENT HDMI 525 (480) / 60i, 60p 625 (576) / 50i, 50p 750 (720) / 60p, 50p 1,125 (1,080) / 60i, 50i 1,125 (1,080) / 60p, 50p, 24p : Applicable input signal ■...
  • Page 103 Each one of these dots is precisely controlled by the electronics of the TV to produce the picture. Whilst Panasonic maintains the highest standards in manufacturing technology and processes in the construction of these panels, there are a number of allowable pixel/subpixel failures that still allow the panel to be defined as a good panel.
  • Page 104 Problem Causes / Actions ● Is “Sound mute” active? (p. 11) No sound is produced ● Is the volume set to the minimum? ● Sound level is low or Sound signal reception may be deteriorated. ● sound is distorted Set [MPX] (p. 44) in the Sound Menu to [Mono]. (Analogue TV) ●...
  • Page 105 Problem Causes / Actions ● To maintain optimum antenna signal quality, use an ‘F’ type TV signal splitter (as illustrated) when connecting two or more devices to the same antenna socket. RG6Q Fly Lead ‘F’ type Antenna Splitter Connecting devices such RG6Q Fly Lead as DTV recorder / PVR / VCR etc that also require...
  • Page 106 Check foreign objects are not inside the USB port. ● Follow the message’s instructions. ● An error message appears If the problem persists, contact your local Panasonic dealer or the authorised service centre. Maintenance First, remove the mains plug from the socket outlet. Display panel, Cabinet, Pedestal...

  • Page 107: Specifications

    Specifications ST50A series ST50Z series TH-P42ST50Z TH-P50ST50A Model No. TH-P50ST50Z TH-P60ST50A TH-P60ST50Z Speaker Front speaker (8 train speakers) × 2, Woofer( Φ 80 mm) × 1 Audio output 18 W (4 W + 4 W + 10 W) Headphones M3 (3.5 mm) stereo mini Jack × 1 PAL B / G Reception of Off air broadcasts 7 MHz VHF / UHF (Australia) free-to-air...
  • Page 108 0 °C - 40 °C Coin-shaped lithium battery CR2025 Battery ∗ Operation time: Approx. 75 hours in continuous use of the battery made by Panasonic Viewing range ∗ Within 3.2 m from front surface of the TV Main body: Resin...
  • Page 109 MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. At least three (3) years from delivery of products, Panasonic will give to any third party who contact us at the contact information provided below, for a charge no more than our cost of physically performing source code distribution, a complete machine-readable copy of the corresponding source code covered under LGPL.
  • Page 110 If there is a major failure in regard to the product which cannot be remedied then you must notify us within a reasonable period by contacting the Panasonic Customer Care Centre. If the failure in the product is not a major failure then Panasonic may choose to repair or replace the product and will do so in a reasonable period of time from receiving notice from you.
  • Page 111 WARRANTY - New Zealand only NEW ZEALAND Distributed in New Zealand by Panasonic New Zealand Limited 350 Te Irirangi Drive East Tamaki, Private Bag 14911, Panmure Auckland Tel. 09 272 0100 Customer Care Center Email: Customerservice@nz.panasonic.com www.panasonic.co.nz Warranty...

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