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- Page 1 Model No. TX-L42U2L Operating Instructions LCD 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 Additional fees may be charged depending on the service provider. This TV does not support digital teletext (MHEG) functions. The compatibility with future DVB services is not guaranteed. Check the latest information on the available services at the following website. (English only) http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Technical Information ······································ 60 • Most major credit and debit cards accepted. • All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are Maintenance ···················································· 64 provided directly by Panasonic UK Ltd. FAQs ······························································· 65 • It couldn’t be simpler! Specifications ·················································· 67 •... -
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 Hz. Insert the mains plug fully into the socket outlet. Ensure that the mains plug is easily accessible. - Page 5 Do not place the TV on sloped or unstable surfaces. 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.
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Page 6: Accessories / Options
TBL0E0107 for Pedestal (4) TBL0E0124 Product Registration Leaflet XYN4+F12FJK p. 7 Please contact your nearest Panasonic dealer to purchase the Optional accessories recommended wall-hanging bracket. For additional details, please Wall-hanging bracket refer to the wall-hanging bracket installation manual. TY-WK3L2RW Screw for fixing the TV onto the... -
Page 7: Securing The Tv
Do not use with any other TVs or displays. Do not use the pedestal if it becomes warped or physically damaged. If this occurs, contact your nearest Panasonic dealer immediately. During setup, make sure that all screws are securely tightened. -
Page 8: Identifying Controls
Identifying Controls Remote Control Media Player (p. 46) Input mode selection Switches to SD Card viewing mode TV - switches DVB-C / DVB-T / Analogue (VIERA IMAGE VIEWER) mode (p. 14) Standby On / Off switch AV - switches to AV input mode from Input Switches TV On or Off standby Selection list (p. -
Page 9: Auto Power Standby Function
Function select Volume / Contrast / Brightness / Colour / Sharpness / Tint (NTSC signal) / Bass (“Music” or “Speech” mode in Sound Menu) / Treble (“Music” or “Speech” mode in Sound Menu) / Balance / Auto Setup (p. 32 and p. 33) Increases or decreases the channel position by one. -
Page 10: 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. Example 1 Example 2 Connecting aerial Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR TV only TV, DVD Recorder or VCR Terrestrial... - Page 11 Example 3 Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR and Set top box TV, DVD Recorder / VCR and Set top box Rear of the TV AC 220-240 V Terrestrial 50 Hz aerial Mains lead Cable (ARC) DIGITAL AUDIO COMPONENT RF cable AUDIO AUDIO Fully wired...
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Page 12: Auto Setup
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. 10 and p. 11) and settings (if necessary) of the connected equipment before starting Auto Setup. - Page 13 Auto Setup varies depending on the country you select. DVB-C Network Settings enter the frequency and network ID Enter the Home Frequency and Depending on the country you select, “Auto” is Network ID specified by your cable displayed and you do not have to enter them. provider.
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Page 14: Watching Tv
Watching TV Turn power on (Press for about 1 second) Mains power On / Off switch should be On. (p. 8) Select the mode INPUT access TV Selection MENU ASPECT DIRECT TV REC DVB-C EXIT DVB-T select Analogue The selectable modes vary depending on the stored channels (p. 12). If “TV Selection”... - Page 15 Other useful functions Hold HOLD Freeze / unfreeze picture Display Information banner Display Information banner Also appears when changing a channel Category Channel position and name To change the category blue Channel type (if it is Radio or Data channel) Current time Example (DVB): 1 BBC ONE Wales...
- Page 16 Watching TV Other useful functions Display subtitles Display / hide subtitles (if available) STTL To change the language for DVB (if available) “Preferred Subtitles” (p. 29) Note If you press the STTL button in Analogue mode, it switches to teletext service and calls up a favourite page (p.
- Page 17 Display the selectable settings for the current programme To change OPTION Check or change the current programme status instantly change select Multi Video (DVB mode) Allows you to select the image (if available) Teletext Character Set Sets the teletext language Setup Menu (p.
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Page 18: 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). This function varies depending on the country you select (p. 12). The postcode entry or update may be required to use the GUIDE Plus+ system depending on the country you select. - Page 19 Other useful functions View details of the programme (DVB mode) Select the programme View details TV Guide: Landscape Wed 28.10.2009 10:46 Wed 28.10.2009 DIY SOS Press again to return BBC ONE select 20:00 - 20:30, 30 min. to TV Guide. Details Return to list EXIT...
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Page 20: Viewing Teletext
Viewing Teletext Analogue teletext Analogue teletext services Teletext services are the text information provided by the broadcasters. The features may vary depending on the broadcasters. What is FLOF (FASTEXT) mode? In FLOF mode, four differently coloured subjects are situated at the bottom of the screen. To access more information about one of these subjects, press the appropriately coloured button. - Page 21 INDEX Return to the main index page INDEX Call up a favourite page View a favourite page stored Call up the page stored on the blue button (List mode). STTL Factory setting is “P888”. View in multi window Watch TV and Teletext in two windows at once MENU (press twice) Select Picture and text On or Off...
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Page 22: 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. 10, 11 and p. 59 The Remote Control is capable of operating some functions of selected external equipment. Turn the TV on When connecting with SCART as example 2 or 3 (p. - Page 23 Start recording How to change the code for the type of the equipment Each type of the Panasonic equipment has its own remote control code. Please change the code according to the equipment you want to operate. If you operate the connected equipment in VIERA Link (p. 56), select the code “73”.
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Page 24: 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 Control” and “Pause Live TV” functions to operate correctly, ensure the connections and settings are completed. “Summary of Q-Link and VIERA Link features” (p. 50 and p. 51), “Preparations” (p. 53) After connection, turn the equipment on and then switch the TV on. -
Page 25: 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 INPUT MENU (varies according to the input signal) ASPECT MENU DIRECT TV REC EXIT Select the menu access... -
Page 26: Menu List
How to Use Menu Functions Menu list Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Basic picture mode (Dynamic / Normal / Cinema / True Cinema / Game) In each Viewing Mode and input, Contrast, Brightness, Colour, Sharpness, Tint, Colour Balance, Vivid Colour, Eco Mode, P-NR and 3D-COMB can be adjusted and stored to suit your particular viewing requirement. - Page 27 Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Selects the basic sound mode (Music / Speech / User) The selected mode affects all input signals. Music: Improves sound quality for watching music video, etc. Speech: Improves sound quality for watching news, drama, etc. Mode In Music and Speech mode, you can adjust “Bass”...
- Page 28 How to Use Menu Functions Menu list Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Select to fit the input signal (Digital / Analogue) (p. 63) Digital : HDMI cable connection HDMI1 / 2 Input Analogue : HDMI-DVI adapter cable connection HDMI input mode only Adjusts the delay time of the sound output from DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal if the SPDIF Delay sound does not synchronize the image...
- Page 29 Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Favourites Edit Creates list of favourite DVB-T channels (p. 35) Channel List Skips the unwanted DVB-T channels or edits DVB-T channels (p. 35) Auto Setup Automatically sets the DVB-T channels received in the area (p. 33) Manual Tuning Sets the DVB-T channels manually (p.
- Page 30 How to Use Menu Functions Menu list Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Common Interface Uses include to watch pay-TV (p. 42) Shipping Condition Resets all settings, for example, when moving house (p. 43) System Update Downloads new software to TV (p. 44) Software Licence Displays the software licence information System Information...
- Page 31 Overview How to operate p. 25 Main Menu Picture Menu Viewing Mode Dynamic Picture Contrast Brightness Colour Sound Sharpness Tint Setup Colour Balance Warm Vivid Colour Eco Mode Picture Menu P-NR 3D-COMB Reset to Defaults Reset (p. 26) Link Settings VIERA Link Q-Link AV2 out...
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Page 32: Retuning From Setup Menu
Retuning from Setup Menu DVB-C channels Automatically retune all the DVB-C channels supplied. This function is available if DVB-C channel tuning is already performed. Only DVB-C channels are retuned. All the previous tuning settings are erased. If a Child Lock PIN number (p. 40) has been set, it must be entered. Select DVB-C p. - Page 33 DVB-T or Analogue channels Automatically retune all DVB-T or Analogue channels received in the area. DVB-T Auto Setup is available if DVB-T channel tuning is already performed. Only DVB-T channels are retuned in DVB-T mode. Only Analogue channels are retuned in Analogue mode. All the previous tuning settings are erased.
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Page 34: Tuning And Editing Channels (Dvb)
Tuning and Editing Channels (DVB) You can retune channels or make your favourite channel lists, skip unwanted channels, etc. Select DVB-C or DVB-T p. 14 INPUT ASPECT MENU DIRECT TV REC Display the menu MENU EXIT Select “Setup” access Main Menu Picture OPTION RETURN... -
Page 35: Favourites Edit
List favourite DVB channels Favourites Edit Create your favourite channel lists from various broadcasters (up to 4: Favourites1 to 4). The DVB Favourites lists are available from “Category” in the Information banner (p. 15) and the TV Guide (p. 18). Select a channel to list To sort channel names in alphabetical order DVB-T Favourites Editor... -
Page 36: Tuning And Editing Channels (Analogue)
Tuning and Editing Channels (Analogue) You can retune channels or skip unwanted channels, edit channels etc. Select Analogue p. 14 INPUT Display the menu MENU MENU EXIT Select “Setup” access RETURN Main Menu Picture Sound Setup select Select “Analogue Tuning Menu” access Setup Menu pqrs... -
Page 37: Channel List
Skip unwanted Analogue channels, Edit Analogue channels Channel List You can hide unwanted Analogue channels. The hidden channels cannot be displayed except in this function. Use this function to skip unwanted channels. Select a channel and reveal / hide reveal / hide Analogue Channel List BBC1 To reveal all channels... -
Page 38: Timer Programming
Timer Programming Timer Programming from Menu The Timer Programming menu allows you to choose programmes that you wish to record or remind watching. At the correct time, the TV will tune to the correct channel automatically to record even if the TV is in Standby mode. - Page 39 Set timer programming details Timer Programming Start making the settings Select the function (Reminder or Ext Rec.) Ext Rec. : to record the programme to the recorder When the start time comes, the channel will be switched automatically and the video and audio signals will be output. 2 mins. before the starting select time, a reminder message appears if you are watching TV.
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Page 40: 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; by entering the PIN number, you can watch it. INPUT Display the menu MENU ASPECT MENU... -
Page 41: Input Labels
Input Labels For easier identification and selection of the input mode, you can label each input mode or skip terminal that is not connected to any equipment. To select the input mode p. 22 Display the menu INPUT MENU ASPECT MENU DIRECT TV REC Select “Setup”... -
Page 42: Using Common Interface
Although CI module may enable you to view some services, this TV does not guarantee all services (e.g. pay-TV). Please use only the approved CI module by the broadcaster. Consult your local Panasonic dealer or broadcasters for more information and conditions of the services. CI slot Caution Remove the cover before using CI slot. -
Page 43: Shipping Condition
Shipping Condition Resets the TV to its original condition, i.e. no channels tuned in. All settings are reset (channels, picture, sound settings, etc.). Display the menu INPUT MENU ASPECT MENU DIRECT TV REC EXIT Select “Setup” access Main Menu Picture Sound OPTION RETURN... -
Page 44: Updating The Tv Software
Updating the TV Software From time to time, a new version of software may become available for download to enhance the performance or operations of the TV. If there is an update available, a notification banner is displayed when the channel has the update information. - Page 45 Update TV’s software system System Update To update automatically Select “Auto Update Search in Standby” Every time you set, the TV automatically performs a System Update Auto Update Search in Standby search in standby and downloads an update, if any System Update Search Now software updates are available.
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Page 46: Using Media Player
Using Media Player Viewing from SD Card (VIERA IMAGE VIEWER) Photo mode : Still pictures recorded by digital cameras will be displayed. Video mode : Moving pictures recorded by digital video cameras will be played back. During the operation, audio signal is output from AV1, AV2, AUDIO OUT and DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminals. But no video signals are output. - Page 47 Photo Setup Setup the settings for Photo mode. Display Select “Photo Setup” Select the items and set access the menu Photo Setup Menu Main Menu Back Ground Music Type1 Picture Frame MENU Colour Effect Sound select select Transition Effect Fade Photo Setup Screen Mode Normal...
- Page 48 Using Media Player Viewing from SD Card (VIERA IMAGE VIEWER) Video mode Video mode supports AVCHD and MPEG2 file formats. Insert the SD Card and start Media Player Select “Video” Media Player select SD CARD access MENU ASPECT You can also access Video mode directly Contents Select EXIT by using VIERA TOOLS...
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Page 49: Sound Settings
Sound Settings You can enjoy the multi-channel sound via an amplifier connected to DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal. To confirm or change the current sound status (during playback) Display the Option menu Change the sound (if the video has multiple audio signals) OPTION Option Menu change... -
Page 50: Link Functions
Use fully wired HDMI compliant cable. 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. - Page 51 VIERA Link (HDMI and Audio out connections) Connected equipment Player theatre with Blu-ray Disc theatre with Amplifier with VIERA Link function VIERA Link function VIERA Link function Features Preset download – – – Easy playback – Power on link – Power off link Reduce unnecessary power consumption –...
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Page 52: Viera Link
Link Functions Q-Link VIERA Link Q-Link Preparations Connect the DVD Recorder / VCR with the following logos: “Q-Link”, “NEXTVIEWLINK”, “DATA LOGIC”, “Easy Link”, “Megalogic” or “SMARTLINK” Q-Link connection p. 50 Use fully wired SCART cable. Set up the DVD Recorder / VCR. Read the manual of the recorder. Q-Link terminal setup in the Setup Menu “Q-Link”... -
Page 53: Viera Link Hdavi Control
Control™” VIERA Link “ Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with Panasonic products which have “HDAVI Control” function. This TV supports “HDAVI Control 5” function. Connections to the equipment (DIGA Recorder, HD Video Camera, Player theatre, Amplifier, etc.) with HDMI and SCART cables allow you to interface them automatically (p. 50 and p. 51). - Page 54 Link Functions Q-Link VIERA Link Features available 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. 28) The power consumption in Standby mode of the connected equipment is controlled higher or lower in synchronization with the TV On / Off state to reduce the consumption.
- Page 55 Features available (Using VIERA Link Menu) Pause Live TV programme Pause Live TV You can pause the live TV programme and resume later. Live TV programme will be recorded on HDD of the connected DIGA Recorder. This function is available with DIGA Recorder which has HDD. If you connect a variety of recorders including other manufacturers’...
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Page 56: Viera Link Control
Link Functions Q-Link VIERA Link Features available (Using VIERA Link Menu) Control the menu of the connected equipment by VIERA remote control VIERA Link Control You can control some functions of the connected equipment with this TV remote control (point the remote control at the TV’s signal receiver). - Page 57 Features available (Using VIERA Link Menu) Speaker control Speaker Selection You can control the theatre speaker with this TV remote control (point the remote control at the TV’s signal receiver). If you cannot operate, check the settings and the equipment “Summary of Q-Link and VIERA Link features”...
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Page 58: 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 table below, and the specifications (p. 67). To listen with speakers Optical digital audio cable RCA cable ( M3 stereo... - Page 59 HDMI equipment Terrestrial aerial Camcorder / “HDMI connection” (p.63) HDMI equipment DVD Recorder Fully wired HDMI compliant cable Fully wired HDMI compliant cable RF cable (ARC) DIGITAL AUDIO COMPONENT AUDIO AUDIO To record / playback DVD Recorder / Fully wired SCART cable Fully wired HDMI compliant cable...
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Page 60: Technical Information
Technical Information Auto Aspect The optimum size and aspect can be chosen automatically, and you can enjoy finer images. (p. 16) 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 61 Electrical interference, static electricity, or erroneous operation may damage the data or card. 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.) Data format for Card browsing...
- Page 62 Technical Information Characters table for numeric buttons You can enter characters by using numeric buttons for free input items. User input Name Press the numeric button repeatedly until you reach the desired character. A B C D E F G H J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z...
- Page 63 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 DVD player, a set top box or a game equipment, can be connected to the HDMI terminal using an HDMI compliant (fully wired) cable.
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Page 64: Maintenance
Technical Information Input signal that can be displayed COMPONENT (Y, P ), HDMI Mark: Applicable input signal Signal name COMPONENT HDMI 525 (480) / 60i 525 (480) / 60p 625 (576) / 50i 625 (576) / 50p 750 (720) / 60p 750 (720) / 50p 1,125 (1,080) / 60i 1,125 (1,080) / 50i... -
Page 65: Faqs
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... - Page 66 The panel might move slightly when it is pushed with a finger, and Clattered sound might be heard clattered sound might be heard. This is not a malfunction. Follow the message’s instructions. An error message appears If the problem persists, contact your local Panasonic dealer or the authorized Service Centre.
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Page 67: Specifications
(H.264) Countries that DVB-C is available: Germany, Switzerland, Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland, Netherlands Check the latest information on the available services at the following website. (English only) http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/ Aerial input VHF / UHF Temperature : 0 °C - 35 °C... -
Page 68: Licence
Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries. HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. “AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.