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Panasonic TC-P42S1 Operating Instructions Manual

42”/46”/50” class 1080p plasma hdtv
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Televisión de alta definición de 1080p y clase 42"/46"/50" de Plasma
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Please read these instructions before operating your set and retain them for future reference.
The images shown in this manual are for illustrative purposes only.
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Lea estas instrucciones antes de utilizar su televisor y guárdelas para consultarlas en el futuro.
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42"/46"/50" Class 1080p Plasma HDTV
(41.6/46.0/49.9 inches measured diagonally)
(41,6/46,0/49,9 pulgadas medidas diagonalmente)
Quick Start Guide
(See page 8-18)
Gu ía de inicio rápido
(vea la página 8-18)
For assistance (U.S.A./Puerto Rico), please call:
1-877-95-VIERA (958-4372)
or visit us at www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
For assistance (Canada), please call:
1-866-330-0014
or visit us at www.vieraconcierge.ca
Para solicitar ayuda (EE.UU./Puerto Rico), llame al:
1-877-95-VIERA (958-4372)
ó visítenos en www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

Operating Instructions

Manual de instrucciones
Model No.
TC-P42S1
Número de modelo
TC-P46S1
TC-P50S1
TM
TQB2AA0807

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Gu ía de inicio rápido (vea la página 8-18) For assistance (U.S.A./Puerto Rico), please call: 1-877-95-VIERA (958-4372) or visit us at www.panasonic.com/contactinfo For assistance (Canada), please call: 1-866-330-0014 or visit us at www.vieraconcierge.ca Para solicitar ayuda (EE.UU./Puerto Rico), llame al: 1-877-95-VIERA (958-4372) ó...
  • Page 2 HDMI, the HDMI logo and High- Definition Multimedia Interface are VIERA Link™ is a trademark of SDHC Logo is a trademark. trademarks or registered trademarks of Panasonic Corporation. HDMI Licensing LLC. Manufactured under license from Dolby HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Laboratories.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Please read before using the unit Safety Precautions ······································· 4 Enjoy rich multimedia Notes ···························································· 7 Quick Start Guide SD memory card Accessories/Optional Accessory ····· 8 Basic Connection ····························11 Identifying Controls ························ 15 Camcorder First Time Setup····························· 16 Enjoy your TV! Basic Features Set Top Box Amplifier...

  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instructions and use only shielded interface cables when connecting to peripheral devices. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Panasonic Corp. of North America could void the user’s authority to operate this device.
  • Page 5 Do not damage the power cord. (A damaged cord may may cause instability. The following accessories are cause fire or electrical shock.) manufactured by Panasonic Corporation. • Do not move the TV with the cord plugged in the socket outlet. • Wall-hanging bracket (Angled) TY-WK4P1RW •...
  • Page 6 The consumer electronics industry (of which Panasonic is a member) is committed to making home entertainment enjoyable and safe. To prevent personal injury or death, be sure to follow the following safety...

  • Page 7: Notes

    Notes Do not display a still picture for a long time This causes the image to remain on the plasma screen (“Image retention”). This is not considered a malfunction and is not covered by the warranty. To prevent “Image retention”, the screen saver is automatically activated after a few minutes if no signals are 4 : 3 sent or no operations are performed.

  • Page 8: Accessories/Optional Accessory

    Remote Control Transmitter N2QAYB000321 Transmitter (2) AA Battery AC cord Pedestal Cleaning cloth How to assemble (p. 9) TBLX0088 (TC-P42S1) TBLX0089 (TC-P46S1, TC-P50S1) Operating Instructions Product Registration Card (U.S.A.) Quick Setup Guide Customer Care Plan Card (U.S.A.) Optional Accessory Note In order to maintain the TV’s performance and safety, be absolutely sure...

  • Page 9: Attaching The Pedestal To Tv

    Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result. Do not use the pedestal if it becomes warped or physically damaged. If you use the pedestal when it is physically damaged, personal injury may result. Contact your nearest Panasonic Dealer immediately.
  • Page 10 Accessories/Optional Accessory (Continued) AC cord connection To attach To remove Keep pushing both side snaps and pull down Insert it firmly until the tabs on both sides click into place. Reference of connection Antenna terminal Pin terminals HDMI terminal blue green green Match colors of plugs and terminals.

  • Page 11: Basic Connection

    For more details on the external equipment’s connections, please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment. When disconnecting the power cord, be absolutely sure to disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet first. For additional assistance, visit us at: www.panasonic.com www.panasonic.ca...
  • Page 12 Basic Connection (Continued) Example 2 Connecting DVD recorder (VCR) (To record/playback) DVD Recorder AV Equipment VHF/UHF Antenna If the source has a higher resolution signal (480p/720p/ (e.g. DVD Recorder 1080i/1080p), connection can be made with the use of or VCR) a Component Video or HDMI cable.
  • Page 13 Example 3 Connecting DVD recorder (VCR) and satellite receiver You can enjoy high-definition Satellite programming by subscribing to DVD Recorder Receiver VHF/UHF Antenna high-definition satellite service. Connection can be done with the use of HDMI or Component Video cable. (p. 14) To connect the antenna terminal and Satellite Receiver and DVD recorder or VCR VHF/UHF Antenna AC 120 V...
  • Page 14 Basic Connection (Continued) AV cable connections To use HDMI terminals AV Equipment HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI AV OUT e.g. Blu-ray Disc player Connecting to HDMI terminals will enable you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality sound. The HDMI connection is required for a 1080p signal. For “VIERA Link connections”, please refer to p.

  • Page 15: Identifying Controls

    Identifying Controls TV controls/indicators Front of the TV SD card slot Back of the TV Selects channels in sequence Volume up/down POWER Remote control sensor button Within about 23 feet Displays the Main HDMI input 3 connector (7 meters) in front of menu.

  • Page 16: First Time Setup

    First Time Setup “First time setup” is displayed only when the TV is turned on for the first time after the power cord is inserted into a wall outlet and when “Auto power on” (p. 28-29) is set to “No”. Turn the TV On with the POWER button (TV) (Remote)
  • Page 17 Adjust the clock First time setup next Language Clock select ANT/Cable setup Input labels Year: Select the year Clock Month: Select the month Year 2009 Day: Select the day Month Hour: Adjust the hour select item Minute: Adjust the minute Hour 10 AM Minute...
  • Page 18 First Time Setup (Continued) Select scanning mode (ALL channels/Analog only/Digital only) Auto program All channels Analog only select Digital only Start scanning the channels Auto program Available channels (analog/digital) are automatically set. Progress Number of analog channels Number of digital channels All channels: Scans digital and analog channels Press RETURN to quit Analog only: Scans Analog channels only...

  • Page 19: Watching Tv

    Watching TV Connect the TV to a cable box/cable, set-top-box, satellite box or antenna cable (p. 11-14) To watch TV and other functions Turn power on Note If the mode is not TV, press select TV. (p. 24) (TV) Select a channel number To directly input the digital channel number When tuning to a digital...
  • Page 20 Watching TV Watching TV (Continued) Other Useful Functions (Operate after Displays or removes the channel banner. Channel Clock Information THE NEWS 15-2 12:30 PM ABC-HD Recall CC SAP TV-G 1080i Standard 4:3 Station Signal Picture Sleep timer identifier indication resolution mode remaining time Closed caption...

  • Page 21: Using Viera Tools

    Using VIERA TOOLS VIERA TOOLS are the easy way to access high use menu items. They are displayed as shortcut icons on the TV screen. Unlike a conventional menu, you can enjoy using, playing or setting a function quickly. Display VIERA TOOLS Select the item select next...

  • Page 22: Viewing From An Sd Card

    Viewing from an SD Card You can view photos taken with a digital camera or digital video camera and saved on an SD card. (Media other than SD Cards may not be reproduced properly.) Photo viewer Insert the SD card * This setting will be skipped next time unless you select “Set later”.
  • Page 23 Insert the card Remove the card Label surface SD Card Press in lightly on SD Card, then release. Push until a click is heard Compliant card type (maximum capacity): SDHC Card (16 GB), SD Card (2 GB), miniSD Card (1 GB) (requiring miniSD Card adapter) For cautions and details on SD Cards (p.

  • Page 24: Watching Videos And Dvds

    Watching Videos and DVDs If you have applicable equipment connected to the TV, you can watch videos and DVDs on the TV’s screen. Input Select You can select the external equipment to access. With the connected equipment turned On Display the Input select menu Select the input mode Press corresponding NUMBER Input select...
  • Page 25 VIERA Link Setting If you connect equipment that has the “HDAVI Control” function to a TV using an HDMI cable, you will find it easier to use. Please refer to p. 30-35. Before using these functions, you need to set “VIERA Link” setting to “On” as shown below. Display menu Select Setup select...

  • Page 26: How To Use Menu Functions

    How to Use Menu Functions Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and Menu list other functions so that you can enjoy watching TV best suited for you. Menu Item Display menu VIERA Link control Speaker output Reset to defaults Displays the functions that can be set Picture mode...
  • Page 27 Adjustments/Configurations (alternatives) [VIERA Link control] Selects equipment to access and operate. (Recorder/Home theater/Player/Camcorder/LUMIX) (p. 34-35) [Speaker output] Selects an audio output. (Home theater/TV) (p. 34-35) • VIERA Link menu is accessible directly by pressing the VIERA Link button on the remote control. (p.
  • Page 28 How to Use Menu Functions Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and Menu list other functions so that you can enjoy watching TV best suited for you. Menu Item Display menu Channel surf mode Language Clock ANT/Cable setup Displays the functions that can be set...
  • Page 29 (Continued) Adjustments/Configurations (alternatives) Sets the mode to select the channel with Channel up/down button Channel surf mode (All/Favorite/Digital only/Analog only) • Favorite: Only channels registered as FAVORITE (p. 20) Selects the screen menu language (p. 16) Language Adjusts the clock (p. 17) Clock Sets channels (p.

  • Page 30: Viera Link "Hdavi Control

    VIERA Link HDAVI Control Simultaneously control all Panasonic “HDAVI Control” equipped components using one button on the TV remote. Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with Panasonic products which have the “HDAVI Control” function. This TV supports “HDAVI Control 4” function. Connections to some equipment (DVD recorder DIGA, HD Camcorder, Player theater, RAM theater, Amplifier, etc.) with HDMI cables allow you to interface with them automatically.
  • Page 31 When audio from other equipment connected to this unit via HDMI is output using “DIGITAL AUDIO OUT” of this unit, the system switches to 2CH audio. (When connecting to an AV amp via HDMI, you can enjoy higher sound quality.) For details about HDMI cable for connecting Panasonic HD camcorder, read the manual for the equipment.
  • Page 32 VIERA Link HDAVI Control Display menu Automatic Input Switching Power on link Select Setup select Power off Menu link VIERA Link next Picture Lock Stand-by SD card power save Closed Caption (for HDAVI Setup Control 4 (with quick start mode)) Select VIERA Link settings select Auto power...
  • Page 33 “TV” to “Theater”. Sound will be output from the Home Theater whenever the TV is powered on. If the “ONE TOUCH PLAY” key is pressed on the remote control for Panasonic Home Theater system, the following sequence of operations is performed automatically.
  • Page 34 VIERA Link HDAVI Control You can enjoy more convenient operation with the “HDAVI Control” function in the “VIERA Link” menu. For more details on the “HDAVI Control” function, refer to p. 30 Display VIERA Link menu Speaker control select next VIERA Link Select the item select...
  • Page 35 (Continued) You can select Home theater or TV speakers for audio output. Control theater speakers with the TV’s remote control. This function is available only when Panasonic Amplifier or Player theater is connected. Home theater: Adjustment for equipment Select Speaker output...

  • Page 36: Lock

    Lock You can lock specified channels or shows to prevent children from watching objectionable content. Display menu Select Lock next You will be asked to enter your Menu password each time you display the Lock menu. VIERA Link select Picture Audio Timer Lock...
  • Page 37 To select the channel or the rating of the program to be locked Select up to 7 (1-7) channels to be blocked. These channels will be blocked regardless of the program rating. Select Mode and set to Custom Select channel to lock. Channel To lock/unlock all channels: select...

  • Page 38: Editing And Setting Channels

    Editing and Setting Channels The current channel settings can be changed according to your needs and reception conditions. Display menu Auto program automatically Select Setup Menu next VIERA Link select Picture Audio Timer Lock SD card Closed Caption Setup Select ANT/Cable setup Setup next Channel surf mode...
  • Page 39 Automatically searches and adds available channels to the memory. Select ANT in Select a scanning mode (p. 18) Select Cable or Antenna (p. 17) Auto program Or select “Not used” to skip TV tuning. All channels Select Auto program Analog only select Digital only ANT/Cable setup...

  • Page 40: Closed Caption

    Closed Caption Display menu Select Closed Caption Menu next VIERA Link select Picture Audio Timer Press to exit from Lock a menu screen SD card Closed Caption Setup The television includes a built-in decoder that is capable of providing a text display of the audio. The program being viewed must be transmitting Closed Caption (CC) information.

  • Page 41: Input Labels

    Input Labels Display menu Select Setup next Menu VIERA Link select Picture Audio Timer Lock SD card Closed Caption Setup Select Connected devices next Setup Channel surf mode select Language Clock ANT/Cable setup Connected devices Anti image retention Select Input labels next Connected devices Press to exit from...

  • Page 42: Using Timer

    Using Timer The TV can automatically turn On/Off at the designated date and time. The Clock must be set before On time/Off time settings. (p. 17) The “Sleep” timer and “On / Off timer” will not work if the “Auto power on” (p. 28) is set. Display menu Select Timer next...

  • Page 43: Recommended Av Connections

    These diagrams show our recommendations or how to connect the TV unit to your various equipment. For other connections, consult the instructions for each piece of equipment and its specifications. For additional assistance, please visit our website at: www.panasonic.com www.panasonic.ca...

  • Page 44: Ratings List For Lock

    Ratings List for Lock “V-chip” technology enables you to lock channels or shows according to standard ratings set by the entertainment industry. (p. 37) U.S. MOVIE RATINGS (MPAA) NO RATING (NOT RATED) AND NA (NOT APPLICABLE) PROGRAMS. Movie which has not been rated or where rating does not apply.

  • Page 45: Technical Information

    Technical Information Closed Caption (CC) For viewing the CC of digital broadcasting, set the aspect to FULL (If viewing with H-FILL, JUST, ZOOM or 4:3; characters might be cut off). The CC can be displayed on the TV if the receiver (such as a set-top box or satellite receiver) has the CC set On using the Component or HDMI connection to the TV.
  • Page 46 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 unit. (Panasonic is not liable for any deterioration or damage of recorded data.) SD Card warning messages...
  • Page 47 VIERA Link HDAVI Control HDMI connections to some Panasonic equipment allow you to interface automatically. (p. 30) This function may not work normally depending on the equipment condition. The equipment can be operated by other remote controls with this function on even if TV is in Standby mode.
  • Page 48 Technical Information (Continued) H size Aspect Ratio: 4:3 The width will be decreased on both sides to Size 1 Size 2 reduce noise. Aspect Ratio: FULL/JUST(H-FILL/ZOOM) The width will be increased on both sides to Size 1 Size 2 reduce noise. See pages 26-27 for more information 4:3 side bars Do not display a picture in 4:3 mode for an extended period, as this can cause...

  • Page 49: Care And Cleaning

    Care and Cleaning First unplug the Power cord plug from the wall outlet. Display panel The front of the display panel has been specially treated. Wipe the panel surface gently using only a cleaning cloth or a soft, lint- free cloth. If the surface is particularly dirty, soak a soft, lint-free cloth in diluted mild liquid dish soap (1 part mild liquid dish soap diluted by 100 times the amount of water) and then wring the cloth to remove excess liquid.

  • Page 50: Faq

    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 or Panasonic Service Center for assistance. For details (p. 54, 55) For additional assistance, please contact us via the website at: www.panasonic.com/contactinfo...
  • Page 51 If there is a problem with your TV, please refer to the table below to determine the symptoms, then carry out the suggested check. If this does not solve the problem, please contact your local Panasonic dealer, quoting the model number and serial number (both found on the rear of the TV).

  • Page 52: Specifications

    Specifications Specifications TC-P42S1 TC-P46S1 TC-P50S1 Power Source AC 120 V, 60 Hz Maximum 485 W 526 W 584 W Standby condition 0.3 W 0.3 W 0.3 W Drive method AC type Aspect Ratio 16:9 Visible screen size 42 ” class (41.6 inches 46 ”...

  • Page 53: Limited Warranty (For U.s.a. And Puerto Rico Only)

    Limited Warranty Limited Warranty Coverage If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company (referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (“Limited Warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair your product...

  • Page 54: Customer Services Directory

    Monday-Friday 9 am-9 pm; Saturday-Sunday 10 am-7 pm, EST. For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-877-833-8855 Accessory Purchases (United States and Puerto Rico) Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books on line for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at: http://www.pstc.panasonic.com or, send your request by E-mail to: npcparts us.panasonic.com...

  • Page 55: Limited Warranty (For Canada)

    If removal is required to service the product, it will be at the discretion of the Servicentre and in no event will Panasonic Canada Inc. or the Servicentre be liable for any special, indirect or consequential damages.
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