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Panasonic Viera TX-P42XT50B 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
UK and Ireland model
Model No.
TX-P42XT50B
TX-P50XT50B
TQB0E2189

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  • Page 1 TX-P42XT50B TX-P50XT50B 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...
  • Page 2 (Networking / Easy Operation / Picture VIERA Connect allows you to access some specific Quality / Eco / Design) websites supported by Panasonic, and enjoy internet contents such as videos, games, EPG, communication 3D technology tools, etc. from VIERA Connect home screen.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Auto Setup ··························································16 minutes if no signals are sent or no operations are performed. (p. 97) Panasonic does not guarantee operation and performance Enjoy your TV! of peripheral devices made by other manufacturers; and we disclaim any liability or damage arising from operation and/ Basic or performance from usage of such other maker’s peripheral...

  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions Warning ■ Mains plug and lead To help avoid risk of electrical shock, fire, damage or injury, please follow the warnings below: ● This TV is designed to operate on AC 220-240 V, 50 / 60 Hz. ● Insert the mains plug fully into the socket outlet.
  • Page 5 Do not insert foreign objects into the TV through the air vents. ● Do not use an unapproved pedestal / mounting equipment. Be sure to ask your local Panasonic dealer to perform the setup or installation of approved wall-hanging brackets.
  • Page 6 ■ Moving the TV Before moving the TV, disconnect all cables. ● The TV is heavy. Move the TV with at least two people. Support as shown to avoid injury by the TV tipping or falling. ● Transport only in upright position. Transporting the TV with its display panel facing upward or downward may cause damage to the internal circuitry.

  • Page 7: Accessories / Options

    This product contains possibly dangerous parts (such as plastic bags), that can be breathed in or swallowed by young children accidentally. Keep these parts out of reach of young children. 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. Wall-hanging bracket ●...
  • 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 Assembly screw (5) Bracket Cover Base (black) ● ● ● TBL5ZA3238 TXFBL5Z0073 TBL5ZX0293 (TX-P42XT50B) ● XYN4+F10FNK ● TBL5ZX0295 (TX-P50XT50B) M4 × 10 Assembly screw (7) Neck (silver) ● TXFBL5Z0072 ● XYN5+F16FN M5 × 16 ■ Assembling the pedestal Insert the tabs of the neck into the base Turn the base over and fix the neck...
  • 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 from the TV. 2 Pull out the pedestal from the TV. 3 Remove the assembly screw from the cover.

  • Page 11: Identifying Controls

    Identifying Controls Remote Control ● Confirms selections and choices. ● Press after selecting channel positions to quickly change channel. [Option Menu] (p. 23) ● Easy optional setting for viewing, sound, etc. Coloured buttons (red-green-yellow-blue) ● Used for the selection, navigation and operation of various functions.
  • 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 [C.A.T.S.] 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. There are some restrictions on placement for viewing 3D images. For details (p.
  • Page 14 AV devices ■ Player / 3D compatible player HDMI cable Player / 3D-compatible player ■ DVD Recorder / VCR Terrestrial aerial Aerial input terminal RF cable RF cable SCART cable DVD Recorder / VCR ■ DVD Recorder / VCR and Satellite receiver Aerial input terminal Satellite receiver HDMI cable...
  • 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 Setup

    Auto Setup 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 Setup.
  • Page 17 Setup the network connection Setup the network connection to enable the network service functions such as VIERA Connect, etc. (p. 20, 69). ● To setup the wireless connection, the Wireless Adaptor (optional accessory) is required. Please note that this TV does not support wireless public access points. ●...
  • Page 18 4. After the access point setting is finished, perform the connection test Connection Test : succeeded Check wireless network connection. The test is successful and the TV is connected to the Check acquired IP address. Check for devices using same IP address. network.
  • Page 19 ■ How to input Owner ID Enter the PIN number (4 digits) ● Enter the PIN number twice at first setting. Owner ID Please enter new PIN * * * Select the item (NAME / HOUSE NO / POSTCODE) select Owner ID-Data Entry * * * * access...

  • Page 20: Using "Viera Connect

    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, EPG, communication tools, etc. from VIERA Connect home screen.

  • Page 21: Watching Tv

    Watching TV Turn power on ● Press for about 1 second. ● 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.

  • Page 22: Other Useful Functions

    Other useful functions Display Information banner Display Information banner ● Also appears when changing a channel. Example: DVB 20:35 HDTV HDTV Coronation Street All DVB Channels 20:00 - 20:55 Info Select favourites Mute Mute STTL TEXT Multi Audio Bad signal Bad signal Channel position and name Programme Start / Finish time (DVB)

  • Page 23: Off Timer

    Hold Freeze / unfreeze picture Display the selectable settings for the current status Confirm or change the current status instantly ● To change select select / change access store [Voice Guidance Settings] [Teletext Character Set] [Multi Audio] (DVB) Guidance settings for visually Selects between alternative impaired users (p.
  • Page 24 Aspect Change the aspect ratio (image size) Enjoy viewing the image at its optimum size and aspect. Programmes usually contain an “Aspect Control Signal” (Widescreen signal, etc.), and the TV will choose the aspect ratio automatically according to the “Aspect Control Signal” (p. 89). ■...

  • Page 25: 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). ● DVB and Analogue channels are displayed on the same TV Guide screen. [D] means DVB channel and [A] means Analogue channel.
  • Page 26 ■ To view a channel list of the selected category (blue) (Category list) select category Category All Channels view All Channels All HD Channels All DVB Channels Only Analogue channels All Analogue Channels are listed Free DVB Channels TV/Data DVB Channels Favourites1 ●...
  • Page 27 ■ ■ To check / change / cancel a timer To return to TV Guide programming event “Timer Programming” (p. 54, 55) ■ ■ If you select the current programme If a programme exists in both HD and SD broadcasts A confirmation screen asking whether you want to watch or record the programme appears.

  • Page 28: Viewing Teletext

    Viewing Teletext You can enjoy news, weather forecasts and subtitles, etc. (depending on the broadcaster) ● The availability of teletext services for a programme is indicated by [TEXT] in the information banner. Information banner (p. 22) 20:35 Coronation Street All DVB Channels 20:00 - 20:55 BBC ONE WALES Select favourites...
  • Page 29 Analogue 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 30 FULL / TOP / BOTTOM (green) (TOP) (BOTTOM) Normal (FULL) (Expand the TOP half) (Expand the BOTTOM half) View in multi window Watch TV and Teletext in two windows at once ● Operations can be made only in Teletext screen. ●...

  • Page 31: 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, 86 - 88) The remote control is capable of operating the contents or external equipment. (p.
  • Page 32 (p. 80, 82) How to change the code Each type of the Panasonic equipment has its own remote control code. To use in some features of this TV, you have to select the code “73”. Change to the appropriate code according to the equipment or features below.

  • Page 33: Viewing 3D Images

    ● In rare cases, the materials used in the 3D Eyewear may cause an allergic reaction. 3D Eyewear (optional) ● 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 34 ● 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. 63, 64, 66) and Network services (p. 75) ■...
  • Page 35 ■ 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 (red) 3D Mode Selection (Manual) Original Frame Sequential - 3D Frame Sequential - 2D Side by Side - 3D Side by Side - 2D...
  • Page 36 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 to Defaults Select one of the following functions and set select...

  • Page 37: How To Use Viera Tools

    How to Use VIERA TOOLS You can access some special features easily by using the VIERA TOOLS function. ● For [VIERA Link] function to operate correctly, ensure the connections and settings are completed. “Summary of Q-Link and VIERA Link features” (p. 78), “Preparations” (p. 81) After connection, turn the equipment on and then switch the TV on.

  • Page 38: 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 select Main Menu access Picture...
  • Page 39 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 40 Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Automatically compensates the picture frame rate and removes juddering movements to make the images smooth [Off] / [Mid] / [Max] Intelligent Frame ● Depending on the contents, images may be noisy. To prevent the noise, change Creation the setting.
  • Page 41 Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Bass Adjusts level to enhance or minimise lower, deeper sound output Treble Adjusts level to enhance or minimise sharper, higher sound output Adjusts the frequency level to suit your favourite sound quality ● This function is available when [Mode] is set to [User]. ●...
  • Page 42 Sets to control the TV with the devices connected to the network (p. 71) 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 43 Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Changes the layout of TV Guide [Normal] / [Full] / [Info] [Normal]: Default TV Guide screen TV Guide View [Full]: Displays channels and programmes full-screen without the operation guide [Info]: Displays details of the selected programme at the bottom without the operation guide Automatically sets the TV to the most suitable energy-saving mode ●...
  • Page 44 Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Update Channel Updates the channel list while keeping your settings (p. 53) ● List For DVB mode Selects whether to give a notification message when a new channel is found New Channel [Off] / [On] (p. 53) Message ●...
  • Page 45 Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) DivX® VOD Displays DivX VOD registration code (p. 92) USB Keyboard Selects the language that your USB Keyboard supports Layout ● For the information of using USB Keyboard (p. 94) Shipping Condition Resets all settings to the original condition (p. 57) Owner ID Inputs the owner ID (p.
  • Page 46 Overview (Picture, Sound, Network, Timer, Setup) How to operate (p. 38) For NTSC Main Menu Viewing Mode Dynamic Not valid when [Viewing Mode] is set Contrast to [True Cinema] Brightness Picture Colour Sharpness Sound Tint Colour Balance Warm Vivid Colour Network C.A.T.S.
  • Page 47 Main Menu Timer Programming Access Timer Programming Wed 26 Oct 2011 10:46 Off Timer Function Channel Name Date Start Picture Auto Standby Ext Rec. Wed 26 Oct 72 BBC 2W 20:00 21:30 <TIMER> (90 min.) (p. 42) Reminder Wed 26 Oct 14 E4 21:00 22:00...
  • Page 48 Overview (Setup) How to operate (p. 38) Main Menu Picture Sound Network TV Guide Settings Access Timer Eco Navigation Access DVB Tuning Menu Link Settings Access Favourites Edit Access Child Lock Access Setup Channel List Access DVB Tuning Menu Access Auto Setup Access Analogue Tuning Menu...

  • Page 49: 62 Bbc Radio Wales

    DVB Favourites Editor All DVB Channels All DVB Channels Favourites1 1 BBC One Wales 70 CBBC Channel 7 BBC THREE 72 Cartoon Nwk 14 E4 CBBC Channel DVB Manual Tuning 105 BBCi 72 Cartoon Nwk Frequency [CH21] 474,00 MHz 719 BBC Radio Wales BBCi Signal Quality BBC Radio Wales...

  • Page 50: Retuning From Setup Menu

    Retuning from Setup Menu Automatically retune the channels received in the area. ● This function is available if channel tuning is already performed. ● Only the selected mode is retuned. All the previous tuning settings are erased. ● If Child Lock PIN number (p. 56) has been set, the PIN number is required. ●...

  • Page 51: Tuning And Editing Channels

    Auto setup using the buttons on the TV For Auto Setup, using the buttons on the TV (p. 12) Press the F button repeatedly until [Auto Access [Auto Setup] Setup] appears Start [Auto Setup] ● To return to TV ● Control panel OSD appears when pressing the control panel button.

  • Page 52: Cartoon Nwk Free Tv

    ■ To edit Favourites list While the cursor is in the Favourites field to edit ● ● To move the channel To delete the channel Select the Select the Store new position turn (green) (green) ● To delete all channels (yellow) ●...

  • Page 53: Bbc1

    Set DVB channel manually [Manual Tuning] Normally use [Auto Setup] or [Update Channel List] to retune DVB channels. If tuning has not been done completely or for adjusting the direction of the aerial, use this function. DVB Manual Tuning Frequency [CH21] 474,00 MHz Signal Quality...

  • Page 54: 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 external recorder. At the correct time, the TV will tune to the correct channel even if the TV is in Standby mode. TV Guide may also be used to set timer programming event (p.
  • Page 55 : Overlapped timer programming events Timer programming - Programmes according to the time setting Duration (automatic display) Timer Programming Wed 26 Oct 2011 10:46 Function Channel Name Date Start Records with subtitles (if available) Ext Rec. 72 BBC 2W Wed 26 Oct 20:00 21:30 <TIMER>...

  • Page 56: 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 57: Shipping Condition

    Shipping Condition Resets the TV to its original condition, i.e. no channels tuned in. All settings other than [Owner ID] are reset (channels, picture, sound settings, etc.). ● To retune TV channels only, e.g. after moving house “Retuning from Setup Menu” (p. 50) Display the menu and select [Setup] select Setup...

  • Page 58: Owner Id

    Owner ID Entry of the PIN number and personal information (your name, address and postcode). In the unfortunate event of theft, the Owner ID will help the Police to determine the owner. Display the menu and select [Setup] select Setup access Select [System Menu] select...

  • Page 59: Using Common Interface

    Using Common Interface The Common Interface Module menu provides access to software contained on Common Interface (CI) Modules. This TV works only for Pay TV modules complying with CI standard. ● Video and audio signals may not be output depending on broadcasts or services. CI slot Caution ●...

  • Page 60: 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. In DVB mode, a notification banner will appear when one of the BBC channels is turned to if a new available software is found.

  • Page 61: 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. 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 62 Starting Media Player Insert the SD Card or USB Flash Memory to the TV (p. 61) Confirm the message and start Media Player ● You can also start by pressing following button. “Watching External Inputs” (p. 31) Select the device to access Drive Select select EXIT...
  • Page 63 Photo mode Photo mode will read all “.jpg” extension files and supports “.mpo” extension files in the SD Card or USB Flash Memory. The thumbnail of all the photos in the SD Card or USB Flash Memory will be displayed. Example: Thumbnail - [All photos] ●...
  • Page 64 Multi Shot 3D This TV can create the 3D photo using a pair of photos in the SD Card and save it into the same SD Card. ● This TV can also create the 3D photo from photos in the USB Flash Memory, but cannot save it. ●...
  • Page 65 Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Selects the frame type of the slideshow [Off] / [Multi] / [Collage] / [Drift (+ calendar)] / [Drift] / [Gallery (+ calendar)] / [Gallery] / [Cinema] [Multi]: 9 photos are displayed orderly at once. [Collage]: Each photo is displayed at a random position and random scale.
  • Page 66 Video mode ● Supported file format (p. 90, 91) 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 Title view...
  • Page 67 ■ 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 68 Music mode ● Supported file format (p. 91) 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 (red)

  • Page 69: Using Network Services (Dlna / Viera Connect)

    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, EPG, communication tools, etc. from VIERA Connect home screen.
  • Page 70 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 71 [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/ Wired connection settings This setting is for the network connection by using the LAN cable.
  • Page 72 ■ [Acquire IP Address] / [Acquire DNS Address] Sets [IP Address], [Subnet Mask], [Default Gateway] and [DNS Address]. Select [Acquire IP Address] / [Acquire DNS Address] and set to [Auto] (recommended). ● The available settings are displayed automatically. IP/DNS Settings Acquire IP Address Auto Manual settings...
  • Page 73 Select [Wireless Network Settings] select Connection Test access Network Connection Wireless Wireless Network Settings Access IP/DNS Settings ● When the access point is already set, [Current Settings] screen will be Network Link Settings displayed. Software Update To change the settings, select [No] on this screen and go to the next step. New Software Message Network Status Select your desired access point...
  • Page 74 ■ [Manual] You can setup SSID, security type, encryption type, and encryption key manually. Follow the on-screen instructions and set manually. ● When you use 11n (5 GHz) for the wireless system between the Wireless Adaptor and access point, select [AES] for the encryption type.
  • Page 75 For photo file [Single view] - Photos are displayed one at a time. Example: ● ● To display / hide the operation guide To return to list Single view ● To operate Single view To the previous photo Single view ●...
  • Page 76 For DIGA Recorder Control the DIGA Recorder Example: The screen of the DIGA Recorder will be displayed. You can control DIRECT NAVIGATOR (Grouped Titles) Time Remaining 36:17 (DR) the functions of the DIGA Recorder with this TV remote control Not Viewed Movie Social/Economy Sports...
  • Page 77 ● 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 78: Link Functions (Q-Link / Viera Link)

    Connect the equipment supporting VIERA Link to the TV’s HDMI1 or HDMI2 terminal via an HDMI cable. ● About HDMI cable for connecting Panasonic HD Video Camera or LUMIX Camera, read the manual of the equipment. VIERA Link (HDMI and SCART connections)
  • Page 79 VIERA Link (HDMI and Audio out connections) Connected equipment Blu-ray Disc theatre Player theatre with Amplifier with with VIERA Link VIERA Link function VIERA Link function Features function Analogue channel download – – – ∗ ∗ Easy playback – Power on link –...
  • Page 80 Q-Link Preparations ● Connect the DVD Recorder / VCR with the following logos: “Q-Link”, “NEXTVIEWLINK”, “DATA LOGIC (a trademark of Metz Corporation)”, “Easy Link (a trademark of Philips Corporation)”, “Megalogic (a trademark of Grundig Corporation)”, “SMARTLINK (a trademark of Sony Corporation)” ●...
  • Page 81 As such, its operation with other manufacturers’ equipment that supports HDMI CEC cannot be guaranteed. ● Please refer to individual manuals for other manufacturers’ equipment supporting VIERA Link function. ● For information about applicable Panasonic equipment, consult your local Panasonic dealer or refer to www.panasonic.co.uk Preparations ●...
  • Page 82 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. 43) 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 83 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 84 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 85 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 Q-Link and VIERA Link features” (p. 78, 79), “Preparations” (p. 81) Display [VIERA TOOLS] and select [VIERA Link] select access...

  • Page 86: 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. 88), and the specifications (p. 106, 107). ●...
  • Page 87 To listen with speakers Optical digital audio cable Amplifier with speaker system To enjoy the sound from the external equipment in multi-channel sound (e.g. Dolby Digital 5.1ch), connect the equipment to the amplifier. For the connections, read the manuals of the equipment and amplifier.
  • Page 88 Types of connectable equipment to each terminal Terminal Features To record / playback videocassettes / DVDs (VCR / DVD Recorder) To watch 3D contents (Blu-ray Disc Player) ∗ To watch satellite broadcasts (Set top box) To watch DVDs (DVD Player) To watch camcorder images (Video camera) To play games (Game equipment) ∗...

  • Page 89: Technical Information

    Technical Information Auto Aspect The optimum size and aspect can be chosen automatically, and you can enjoy finer images. (p. 24) ■ Aspect Control Signal [WIDE] will appear in the top left of the screen if a Widescreen signal (WSS) or a Control signal through SCART / HDMI terminal is found.
  • Page 90 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 91 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 92 If miniSD Card is used, insert / remove it together with the adaptor. ● Check the latest information on the card type at the following website. 24 mm http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/tv/ ● Use an SD Card which meets SD standards. If not, it may cause the TV to malfunction. ■...
  • Page 93 ● 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. HDMI connection HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) is the world’s first complete digital consumer AV interface complying with a non-compression standard.
  • Page 94 ● You cannot use two or more same kind of USB devices simultaneously except USB Flash Memory. ● 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 95 Characters table for numeric buttons You can enter characters by using numeric buttons for free input items. Press the numeric button repeatedly until you reach the User input desired character. Name A B C D E F G H J K L M N O P Q R S T ●...
  • Page 96 How to use Windows 7 as a media server Follow the examples below to set up Windows 7 for use as a media server. Confirm the MAC Address of VIERA in [Network Status] (p. 42). The following procedure and screens are examples. For more information, refer to the help functions of Windows 7. Open the Windows start menu and select [Control Panel].

  • Page 97: Faqs

    Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to resolve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance. Block noise, frozen or disappearing image occurs in DVB mode / White spots or shadow image (ghosting) occurs in Analogue mode / Some channels cannot be tuned ●...
  • Page 98 Problem Causes / Actions ● Set [P-NR] in the Picture Menu to remove noise. (p. 39) Chaotic image, noisy ● Check nearby electrical products (car, motorcycle, fluorescent lamp). ● Is [Contrast], [Brightness] or [Colour] in the Picture Menu set to the minimum? No image can be (p.

  • Page 99: On-Screen Messages

    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. On-screen messages Message Meaning / Action ●...
  • Page 100 ● Please also refer to p. 97. signal availability. ● If channels are still not found, consult your local Panasonic dealer. Press OK to start Auto Setup. ● No module inserted Check the CI module is inserted completely (p. 59).
  • Page 101 Message Meaning / Action The device is not directly connected to the TV. ● Please do not connect the device via a USB HUB. The device may not work correctly. This timer will not follow the TV Guide information. ● If you edit the start time or end time of Guide link programming by more than Press OK to continue, RETURN 10 minutes, it will no longer be performed as Guide link programming.

  • Page 102: Maintenance

    Maintenance First, remove the mains plug from the socket outlet. Display panel, Cabinet, Pedestal Regular care: For stubborn dirt: Gently wipe the surface of the display panel, First clean the dust on the surface. Dampen a soft cloth with cabinet, or pedestal by using a soft cloth to clean the clean water or diluted neutral detergent (1 part detergent to 100 dirt or fingerprints.

  • Page 103: Licence

    The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by 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. ● SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.
  • Page 104 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 105: Index

    Index Accessories ·······························7 Information banner ··················22 Sales and Support Information ············································108 Advanced Settings···················40 Input Labels ·····························44 SCART ····························95, 107 Analogue Tuning Menu······50, 51 Input signal ······························94 SD Card ·····························61, 92 Aspect································24, 89 Intelligent Frame Creation ·······40 Search list ································26 Audio Description ··············23, 42 Last view··································22 Shipping Condition ··················57 Auto Gain Control ····················41...

  • Page 106: Specifications

    Specifications ■ Product fiche Manufacturer Panasonic Corporation Model No. TX-P42XT50B TX-P50XT50B Energy efficiency class Visible screen size 107 cm / 42 inches 127 cm / 50 inches (diagonal) On mode average power 101 W 139 W consumption Annual energy 140 kWh 193 kWh consumption ∗...
  • Page 107 EN55013, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3, EN55020, EN55022, EN55024 Plasma Television Declaration of Conformity (DoC) “Hereby, Panasonic Corporation declares that this TV is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the Directive 1999/5/EC, Directive 2004/108/EC, Directive 2006/95/EC and Council recommendation 1999/519/EC.”...
  • Page 108 Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering application at www.pas-europe.com. • Most major credit and debit cards accepted. • All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are provided directly by Panasonic UK. • It couldn’t be simpler! • Also available through our Internet is direct shopping for a wide range of finished products. Take a browse on •...

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