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Operating Instructions
Plasma Television
TH-37PX70BA
Model No.
TH-42PX70BA
TH-50PX70BA
INPUT
OPTION DIRECT TV REC
EXIT
RETURN
TV
U.K. Standard
Please read these instructions before operating your set and retain them for future reference.
English
The images shown in this manual are for illustrative purposes only.
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Page 1: Operating Instructions
Operating Instructions Plasma Television TH-37PX70BA Model No. TH-42PX70BA TH-50PX70BA INPUT OPTION DIRECT TV REC EXIT RETURN U.K. Standard Please read these instructions before operating your set and retain them for future reference. English The images shown in this manual are for illustrative purposes only. - Page 2 Register and instantly call up favourite programmes with Profile Edit (p. 29)) Sharp pictures with HDMI terminal Control DVD recorder / VCR via TV with Q-Link connection (p. 38) Create home theatre and Panasonic equipment link-ups with “VIERA Link” without complicated settings! (p. 40) Support Audio Description signal (p.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Notes ··························································· 5 V-real 2 V-real 2 technology is the collective name for Maintenance ··············································· 5 original technologies developed by Panasonic to enhance total image quality: Quick Start Guide V-real 2 PROCESSOR: Enhance and output the incoming video signals as high-image-quality signals. The resulting Accessories / Options ·········... -
Page 4: Safety Precautions
If you lose the fuse cover the mains plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained. A replacement fuse cover may be purchased from your local Panasonic Dealer. If the fitted moulded mains plug is unsuitable for the socket outlet in your home, then the fuse shall be removed and the mains plug cut off and disposed of safety. -
Page 5: Notes
Do not allow the cabinet to make contact with a rubber or PVC risking injury. Be sure to ask your local substance for a long time. Panasonic dealer to perform setup. Use optional stands / mounts (p. 6). Mains plug Wipe the mains plug with a dry cloth at regular intervals. -
Page 6: Accessories / Options
Accessories / Options Standard accessories Check that you have the accessories and items shown Remote Control Batteries for the Remote Clamper Mains Lead • • Transmitter Control Transmitter TMME289 K2CT3DH00018 • • EUR7737Z50 R6 (UM3) Operating Instructions 1 Year Guarantee Registration Pan European Guarantee Card CRM (Customer Relationship Management) Installing remote’s batteries... -
Page 7: Identifying Controls
Identifying Controls Changes the input mode Function select • Volume / Contrast / Brightness / Colour / Sharpness / Tint (NTSC mode) / Bass / Increases or decreases Treble / Balance / Auto Setup the programme position (p. 30) by one. When a function is already displayed, press to increase or decrease the selected... -
Page 8: Connecting Aerial
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. Example 1 Example 2 Connecting aerial... - Page 9 Example 3 Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR and Satellite receiver TV, DVD Recorder / VCR and Satellite Rear of the TV Clamper Aerial • To unfasten RF cable COMPONENT VIDEO HDMI 1 HDMI 2 AV 1 AV 2 AC 220-240 V 50 / 60 Hz AUDIO AUDIO...
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Page 10: 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. Plug the TV into mains socket and switch On (Takes a few seconds to be displayed) • You can now use the remote control to turn On the TV or turn the TV to standby mode. - Page 11 Many features available on this TV can be accessed via the On Screen Display menu. ■ How to use remote control Open the main menu Move the cursor / select the menu Move the cursor / adjust levels / select from a range of options Access the menu / store settings after adjustments have been made or options have been set Using the...
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Page 12: Watching Tv
Watching TV Turn power on (Press for about 1 second) Mains power On / Off switch should be On. INPUT OPTION DIRECT TV REC EXIT Select DVB (Digital Video Broadcasting) or RETURN Analogue 1 BBC ONE WALES 23:35 Profile 1 Change category Corontation Street 20 : 00 ~ 20 : 55... -
Page 13: Other Useful Functions
■ Other useful functions (Operate after Hold Freeze / unfreeze picture Display / hide subtitles (if available) Display • To change the language for DVB subtitles “Preferred Subtitles” (p. 23) (If available) Check or change the current OPTION programme status instantly •... -
Page 14: Using Tv Guide
Using TV Guide TV Guide―Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) provides an on-screen listing of programmes currently broadcast and future broadcasts over the next seven days (depending on the broadcaster). Analogue broadcasts will be listed after DVB broadcasts. “D” means DVB channel and “A” means Analogue channel. - Page 15 ■ Other useful functions (Operate after viewing TV Guide) Select the channel Select “View” or programme (DVB) now on the air Eastender select Watch the 19:30- 20:00 View Timer Programming programme access select (TV screen) access Select View details the programme View details To return TV Guide...
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Page 16: Watching Vcr, Dvd And Satellites
Connect the external equipment (VCRs, DVD equipment, etc.) and you can watch the input. Connect the Satellite receiver and you can watch satellite broadcasts. To connect the equipment (p. 8 and p. 9) The Remote Control is capable of operating some functions of selected Panasonic external equipment. Turn the TV on ■... - Page 17 VIERA Link EC/AV2-RGB mode and VIERA Link VIERA Link Panasonic equipment connected to the TV can be directly operated with the remote control. ∗ VCR / DVD selection buttons Select VCR to operate Panasonic VCR or DVD equipment Select DVD to operate Panasonic DVD equipment or Player home theatre...
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Page 18: Viewing Teletext
Viewing Teletext You can enjoy news, weather forecasts and subtitles, etc. (depending on the broadcaster) DVB (digital broadcasting) mode DVB teletext services DVB teletext services differ greatly from analogue teletext. When you switch to a DVB teletext service, the images you see can contain graphics and text, laid out and Information controlled in a manner decided by the broadcaster. - Page 19 Analogue mode What is FASTEXT mode (default)? 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 appropriately coloured button. This facility enables fast access to information on the subjects shown. What is List mode? In List mode, four differently coloured page numbers are situated at the bottom of the screen.
- Page 20 Viewing Teletext ■ Using Analogue teletext (Continued) If you wish to hold the current page without updating Stop automatic updating HOLD ■ To resume Return to the main index page INDEX View subtitles by pressing STTL button • Subtitles Factory setting is “P888” (subtitle service) on blue button (List mode). Watch TV and Teletext in two windows at once •...
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Page 21: 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) INPUT OPTION DIRECT TV REC Select the menu EXIT access... - Page 22 ■ Menu list Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Menu Controls the connected Panasonic equipment VIERA Link Control “Access and control the connected equipment by VIERA remote control” (p. 41) “Speaker control” (p. 41) • You can also access VIERA Link Menu directly using the VIERA Link button on the Speaker Selection remote control.
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Page 23: Programme Edit
■ Menu list Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) DVB Timer Records future programmes (p. 36) Programming DVB Profile Edit Creates list of favourite programmes (p. 29) DVB Service List Skips the unwanted DVB channels (p. 29) Selects which AV terminal is to be used for data communication between this TV and a compatible recording equipment (AV1 / AV2) (p. -
Page 24: Viera Link
How to Use Menu Functions ■ Overview • How to operate (p. 21) The menu of the accessed VIERA Link Menu Main Menu VIERA Link Control Recorder equipment Speaker Selection Home Cinema (p. 41) VIERA Link Picture Picture Menu Only available in NTSC Sound Viewing Mode Dynamic... - Page 25 DVB Timer Programming Wed 05/08/04 18:50 Pos . Name D ate S tart En d min. BBC1 6/8 FR 1 8 : 0 0 2 0 : 0 0 1 2 0 ITV1 7/8 SA 2 1 : 3 0 2 2 : 3 0 Profile Editor Wed 12/05/04 10:46...
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Page 26: Dvb Settings (Dvb)
DVB Settings (DVB mode) DVB Settings provide access to various advanced features. If in Analogue mode Select DVB INPUT Display the menu OPTION DIRECT TV REC EXIT RETURN Select “Setup” access Main Menu VIERA Link Picture Sound select Setup Select “Common Interface” or “System Update” access Setup Menu Preferred Subtitles... - Page 27 The Common Interface Module menu provides access to software contained on Common Interface (CI) Modules. This TV receiver works only Pay TV modules complying with CI standard. Caution • CI slot Turn Off Mains power On / Off switch Insert or whenever inserting or removing the CI remove module.
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Page 28: Editing Channels
Editing Channels You can make your favourite channel lists, skip unwanted channels and control channel audience. Select DVB or Analogue • “DVB Profile Edit” and “DVB Service List” are available in DVB mode only. INPUT Display the menu OPTION DIRECT TV REC EXIT RETURN Select “Setup”... - Page 29 Create your favourite channel list (Profile) from various broadcasters (up to 4: Profile 1 to 4). The list is added to “Category” in TV Guide (p. 14) and information banner (p. 13) and then easily accessed. A channel is added Select a channel and add it to the list Profile Editor Wed 12/05/04 10:46...
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Page 30: Tuning Channels
Tuning Channels You can re-tune all TV channels when moving house or search for new services which may have recently started broadcasting. Select DVB or Analogue • “DVB Manual Tuning”, “Add New DVB Services”, “New Service Message” and “DVB Signal Condition” are available in DVB mode only. •... - Page 31 • Edit the analogue programme position settings To change channel number “Analogue Manual Tuning” Select the channel to edit Analogue Programme Edit Prog. Chan. Name CH33 1 2 3 Edit CH21 X Y Z Name CH21 F T P Analogue select CH60 Channel...
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Page 32: Restore Settings
Restore Settings Resets the TV to its original condition, i.e. no channels tuned in. All settings other than “Owner ID” (channels, picture, sound quality, etc.) are reset. Display the menu INPUT OPTION DIRECT TV REC EXIT Select “Setup” access Main Menu VIERA Link RETURN Picture... -
Page 33: Owner Id
Owner ID Entry of the security code (PIN number) and “personal information” (your name, address and post code). In the unfortunate event of theft it will help the Police to determine the owner. If you have skipped the Owner ID input in “Auto Setup” (p. 10), and input it later, start from If you input the Owner ID in “Auto Setup”... -
Page 34: Input Labels
Input Labels For easier identification and selection of the input mode, you can label each input terminals or skip terminal that is not connected to any equipment. (To select the input mode p. 16) Display the menu INPUT OPTION DIRECT TV REC EXIT Select “Setup”... -
Page 35: 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. 42) Select the external input INPUT OPTION DIRECT TV REC EXIT... -
Page 36: Recording Controls (Dvb)
Recording Controls (DVB mode) Timer Programming from Menu The Timer programming menu allows you to choose programmes that you wish to record. At the correct time, the DVB system will switch on and tune to the correct station (even if the TV is in Standby mode). TV Guide may also be used to set timer programmes. - Page 37 Start making Repeat the operations as below, the settings and set items in the order of select start also be entered the item with numeric buttons. DVB Timer Programming Wed 05/08/04 18:50 Previous timer Po s . N a m e D ate Star t m i n.
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Page 38: Q-Link Functions
Q-Link Functions Q-Link connects the TV and VCR / DVD recorder, enables easy recording and playback. ■ Condition • Use the VCR / DVD recorder with the following logos: “Q-Link”, “NEXTVIEWLINK”, “DATA LOGIC”, “Easy Link”, “Megalogic”, or “SMARTLINK” • Connect the equipment to this TV’s AV1 or AV2 terminal via a “fully-wired” SCART cable. (p. 42) •... -
Page 39: Hdmi Functions
(∗2): Enquire at your local digital equipment retailer shop. ■ Summary of Control functions Connecting with an HDMI cable to Panasonic equipment with VIERA Link function, you can control the equipment (p. 40). You can use VIERA Link and Q-Link functions together. Connection... - Page 40 ” ∗ VIERA Link “ Control ∗ Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with Panasonic products which have “HDAVI Control” function. This TV supports “HDAVI Control 2” function. Connections to some Panasonic equipment (DVD Recorder DIGA, HD Video Camera, Player theatre, Amplifier, etc.) with HDMI cables allow you to interface them automatically.
- Page 41 Power on link the equipment are activated, the TV is automatically turned on. (Only when TV is in Standby mode.) When TV is set to Standby mode, the connected Panasonic equipment is also automatically set to Standby. Power off •...
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Page 42: External Equipment
These diagrams show our recommendations for how to connect the TV to your various equipment. For other connections, consult the instructions for each piece of equipment, the table below, and the specifications (p. 51). This slot is for services by the Panasonic dealer. COMPONENT VIDEO HDMI 1... - Page 43 RCA cable ■ Easy playback, Access and control the connected equipment by VIERA remote control HDMI cable HDMI cable HD Video Camera Panasonic DVD Recorder HDMI cable HDMI cable Speaker system Panasonic Player theatre RCA cable Panasonic DVD Recorder, HD Video Camera, etc.
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Page 44: Technical Information
Technical Information Aspect Ratio The optimum size and aspect can be chosen, and you can enjoy finer images. (p. 13) ■ Auto: Auto aspect determines the best aspect ratio to use to fill your screen. It does this using a four step process to determine if the picture being viewed is a widescreen picture. - Page 45 HDMI1 and 2, VIERA Link will only be available for the lower terminal number, in this case HDMI1. • “HDAVI Control 2” is the newest standard (current as of February, 2007) for Panasonic’s HDAVI Control compatible equipment. This standard is compatible with Panasonic’s conventional HDAVI equipment.
- Page 46 Technical Information PC connection A PC may be connected to this TV so that the PC screen is displayed and sound is heard from the TV. • PC signals that can be inputted: Horizontal scanning frequency 31 to 69 kHz; vertical scanning frequency 59 to 86 Hz (more than 1,024 signal lines could result in incorrect display of the image).
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Page 47: Faqs
FAQs Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to resolve the problem. If problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer or Panasonic Customer Care Centre for assistance. For details (p. 52) White spots or shadow images (noise) •... -
Page 48: Standby Mode
If “Signal Quality” or “Signal Strength” are displayed in red, check aerial. frozen / disappearing If problem persists, consult your local Panasonic dealer. • image in DVB Turn the TV off with the Mains power On / Off switch, then turn it On again. -
Page 49: On Screen Messages
On screen messages Message Meaning / Action • “Shipping Condition” will erase all tuning data (p. 32). • All tuning data will be erased “Auto Setup” will be erased all present DVB and Analogue tuning datas (p. 30). • Are you sure ? Make sure the operation is with your desire. - Page 50 • Please check aerial or local Please follow the message. DVB service availability. If it is still failed, consult your local Panasonic dealer. Press OK to start Auto Setup • Please check settings and connections on Communication error in VIERA Link function (p. 40).
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Page 51: Specifications
Specifications TH-37PX70BA TH-42PX70BA TH-50PX70BA Power Source AC 220-240 V, 50 / 60 Hz Average use 250 W 270 W 370 W 0.7 W (Without DVB recording) 0.5 W (Without DVB recording) Standby condition 20 W (With DVB recording) 20 W (With DVB recording) Aspect Ratio 16:9 94 cm (diagonal) -
Page 52: Licence
Information on Disposal for Users of Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (private households) This symbol on the products and/or accompanying documents means that used electrical and electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling, please take these products to designated collection points, where they will be accepted on a free of charge basis.