Panasonic TC-P50X5 Bedienungsanleitung

Owner ’s Manual 42”/50” Class 720p Plasma HDTV (41.9/49.9 inches measured diagonally) Manual de usuario T elevisión de alta definición de 720p y clase 42”/50” de Plasma (41,9/49,9 pulgadas medidas diagonalmente) For assistance (U.S.A./Puerto Rico), please call: 1-877-95-VIERA (958-4372) www .panasonic.com/help For assistance (Canada), p[...]

2 This product incorporates the following software or technology: (1) the software based in part on the work of the Independent JPEG Group, (2) the software developed by the FreeT ype Project, (3) the software licensed under the GNU General Public License, V ersion 2 (GPL v2) and/or , (4) open sourced software other than the software licensed under[...]

3 Basic Advanced Support Information Getting started HDMI, the HDMI logo and High- Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries. SDHC Logo is a trademark of SD- 3C, LLC. “A VCHD” and the “A VCHD” logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Co[...]

4 Safety Precautions W ARNING: T o reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. Do not place liquid containers (flower vase, cups, cosmetics, etc.) above the set (including on shelves above, etc.). Important Safety Instructions CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN W ARNING: T o reduce the risk o[...]

5 ● In the unlikely event that you receive a shock from this product, it is possible that your household outlet may be wired improperly . Have an electrician verify that the TV’ s outlet is properly wired. If the problem persists, have the TV serviced by a qualified authorized technician. ● T o prevent the spread of fire, keep candles or othe[...]

6 CEA CHILD SAFETY NOTICES W ARNING Flat panel displays are not always supported on the proper stands or installed according to the manufacturer ’s recommendations. Flat panel displays that are inappropriately situated on dressers, bookcases, shelves, desks, speakers, chests or carts may fall over and may cause personal injury or even death. The [...]

7 Getting started Accessories/Optional Accessory Accessories/Optional Accessory Accessories Remote Control T ransmitter N2QA YB000706 Batteries for the Remote Control T ransmitter (2) AA Battery Power cord Accessories Check if you have all of the items shown below . Quick start guide Owner ’s Manual Product Registration Card (U.S.A.) Child safety[...]

8 Accessories Assembly screws (4 of each) A XYN5+F18FN size (M5 × 18) (Silver) B THEL080N size (M5 × 30) (Black) Poles (2) (L) TBLA3680 (R) TBLA3679 L R L or R is printed at the bottom of the poles. Base (1) TBL5ZX0337 (for 50”) TBL5ZX0338 (for 42”) Attaching the pedestal to TV ■ Assembling the pedestal Fix securely with assembly screws A ([...]

9 Getting started Accessories/Optional Accessory Power cord connection T o attach T o remove Insert it firmly until the tabs on both sides click into place. Keep pushing both sides until they snap and pull. Installing the remote’ s batteries Open Hook Note the correct polarity (+ or -). Close Caution Incorrect installation may cause battery leaka[...]

10 C B A Connections Connection Panels Power Cord (Connect after all the other connections have been made.) VHF/UHF Antenna • NTSC (National T elevision System Committee): A TSC (Advanced T elevision Systems Committee): Digital TV Standards include digital high-definition television (HDTV), standard-definition television (SDTV), data broadcasting[...]

11 Getting started Connections A V cable connection Best Good Basic (Not HD) T o use HDMI terminals L R HDMI A V OUT HDMI-DVI Conversion cable DVI OUT AUDIO OUT e.g. Blu-ray Disc player e.g. Blu-ray Disc player A V Equipment A V Equipment Connect to Audio input terminal HDMI connection (p. 31) T o use COMPONENT terminals L R Y P B P R AUDIO OUT COM[...]

12 OK S D / U S B I N P U T M E N U OPTION SURROUND SLEEP Identifying Controls Note ● The TV consumes a small amount of electric energy even when turned of f. ● Do not place any objects between the TV remote control sensor and remote control. TV controls/indicators Front of the TV Back of the TV Changes the input mode Chooses Menu and Submenu e[...]

13 Getting started First T ime Setup Identifying Controls or T urn the TV on with the POWER button or (Remote) (TV) Setup the following items ● Select your language ● Select your viewing mode (Be sure to select “ Home Use”) If you select “ Store Demonstration” by mistake, confirmation screen will be displayed. T o display the “Set vie[...]

14 W atching TV OK SLEEP I N P U T OPTION T urn power on (TV) or (Remote) Note Please select correct input --> I N P U T (p. 16) Select a channel number up down or • CH buttons are also available on the side of the TV . [For Cable/Satellite box connection] - Use your connected box’s remote control. T o directly enter a digital channel number[...]

15 Basic W atching TV Change aspect ratio and Zoom the picture ■ Press FORMA T to cycle through the aspect modes (p. 29) • 480i, 480p: FULL/4:3/JUST/ZOOM • 1080p, 1080i, 720p: FULL/4:3/JUST/ZOOM/H-FULL Use when the picture does not fill the whole screen (bars appear on either side of the image) or portions of the picture is trimmed. Note 1. S[...]

16 W atching content from external devices With the connected equipment turned On Display the Input select menu I N P U T Select the input mode ANT/Cable in Input select HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Comp./Video OK Exit Select (example) select or enter GAME (example) Label Press INPUT repeatedly to cycle through the available inputs. ● Y ou can label or skip eac[...]

17 Basic Using Media player W atching TV / W atching content from external devices Using Media player Y ou can view still and motion images and play music saved on a USB flash memory and an SD card. Basic features for Media player ■ A vailable contents and features Option menu Photos --> p. 19-20 Videos --> p. 21 Music --> p. 21 Displays[...]

18 Viewing Contents Insert Media (SD card or USB flash memory) Display Media player S D / U S B Select Drive and Contents (Display connected drive) Media player Drive select SD Card EXIT Select RETURN Access select OK Media player Photos Music Videos Media select SD Card EXIT Select RETURN Access select OK Select the data (Photos/Music/Videos) View[...]

19 Basic Using Media player Photos view [Photos thumbnail] OPTION SD Card EXIT Select RETURN Media player Photos All photos Info View Slideshow settings Slideshow View Select Drive select Media select [Features] ● Slideshow ● View select ● Drive select ● Media select [Photos playback screen] Next Prev. Rotate RETURN Stop Single view Stop EX[...]

20 Slideshow settings Display the “Slideshow settings” screen Select the items and set Slideshow settings Transition effect Dissolve Display interval Photo size Normal 5 second. Repeat Off Background Music Off select set Settings Item Description T ransition effect Selects the T ransition effect shown between photos (None/Dissolve/Wipe → /Wip[...]

21 Basic Using Media player Videos view [Videos thumbnail] OPTION Titles/Folders view Media player Videos Trip1 Nature2 2010_9 Trip2 Nature3 Tr ip 3 Nature4 Trip4 Nature5 Trip5 Nature6 Room 2010_4 Nature1 2010_7 SD Card EXIT Select RETURN Play Folder Drive select Info Play Video options Media select [Features] ● Play folder ● Drive select ● M[...]

22 Editing and Setting Channels The current channel settings can be changed according to your needs and reception conditions. Auto program Display the menu M E N U Select “TV” ANT in Antenna Stereo English Auto program Manual program MTS Audio Language Main Audio Preferred audio type Picture Audio Lock Setup TV / TV OK Exit Select next select S[...]

23 Manual program Display the menu M E N U Select “TV” ANT in Antenna Stereo English Auto program Manual program MTS Audio Language Main Audio Preferred audio type Picture Audio Lock Setup TV / TV OK Exit Select next select Select “ANT in”, then select “Antenna” or “Cable” ANT in Antenna Picture Audio Lock Setup TV / TV Back Select [...]

24 Input Labels Y ou can label the terminal with the type of equipment connected to it. This makes selecting input easier (Input select (p. 16)). Y ou can also skip any unused terminal with this feature. Display the menu M E N U Select “Setup” Picture Audio Lock TV Language English Anti image retention Timer set / Setup OK Exit Select Closed Ca[...]

25 How to Use Menu Functions How to Use Menu Functions Input Labels V arious menus allow you to set the picture, sound, and other functions so that you can enjoy watching TV best suited for you. Display the menu M E N U ● Shows the functions that can be adjusted. ● Some functions will be disabled depending on the type of input signal. Menu stru[...]

26 Picture settings Adjust the image or picture quality Settings Items Item Description Reset to defaults Resets all picture adjustments to factory default settings except for “Picture mode”. Picture mode Vivid Provides enhanced picture contrast and sharpness for viewing in a well-lit room. Standard Recommended for normal viewing conditions wit[...]

27 How to Use Menu Functions Audio settings Adjust Audio quality Settings Items Item Description Reset to defaults Resets Bass, T reble, Balance, Surround, TV speakers, SPDIF T ype and Audio Input adjustments to factory default settings. Bass Increases or decreases the bass response. T reble Increases or decreases the treble response. Balance Empha[...]

28 Setup Other function settings Settings Items Item Description Language English/Español/ Français Selects the screen menu language. Timer set Sleep Timer Off/15/30/60/90 (minutes) Sets the period after which the TV will turn of f automatically . No signal for 10 minutes Stay on/Power TV off T o conserve energy , the TV automatically turns off w[...]

29 Advanced Support Information Ratings List for parental control “V -chip” technology enables you to lock channels or shows according to standard ratings set by the entertainment industry . NR Not Rated. G All children and General Audience. PG Parental Guidance suggested. PG-13 Parental Guidance for children under 13. R Restricted Viewing, par[...]

30 H size ● Aspect Ratio: 4:3 Size 1 Size 2 ● The width will be decreased on both sides to reduce noise. ● Aspect Ratio: FULL/JUST(H-FILL/ZOOM) Size 1 Size 2 ● The width will be increased on both sides to reduce noise. Data format information Compatible Data format for Media player (SD card/USB flash memory) Media Compatible format Photo ?[...]

31 Support Information Cautions when handling SD Cards 2.1 mm 32 mm 24 mm ● Use an SD Card which meets SD standards. If not, it may cause the TV to malfunction. ● Do not remove the card while the unit is accessing data (this can damage card or unit). ● Do not touch the terminals on the back of the card. ● Do not subject the card to high pre[...]

32 DIGIT AL AUDIO OUT terminal Y ou can enjoy your Home theater by connecting a Dolby Digital (5.1 channel) decoder and “Multi Channel” amplifier to the DIGIT AL AUDIO OUT terminals. Caution ● Depending on your DVD player and DVD-Audio software the copyright protection function may operate and disable optical output. ● When an A TSC channel[...]

33 Support Information Care and Cleaning T echnical Information 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 , after cle[...]

34 Questions Answers Picture Frequently Asked Questions (F AQ) 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, visit the Panasonic website for further assistance. (see cover) How do I view the picture from devices such as a: Cable[...]

35 Support Information Frequently Asked Questions (F AQ) Questions Answers Sound Other Why is there no sound coming from the TV? Make sure the volume is up and MUTE is off. Confirm the TV speakers are set to ON by pressing MENU and selecting “Audio” --> “TV speakers”. Check that the correct SAP (Secondary Audio Program) is selected by pr[...]

36 Specifications TC-P42X5 TC-P50X5 Power Source AC 120 V , 60 Hz Power Consumption (Rated power / Standby power) 212 W / 0.3 W 265 W / 0.3 W Display Panel Panel System Plasma Display panel Screen size 42 ” class (41.9 inches measured diagonally) 50 ” class (49.9 inches measured diagonally) W × H × Diagonal 36.5 ” × 20.5 ” × 41.9 ” (9[...]

37 Support Information Index Specifications Index A Accessories ............................................................. 7 Antenna ................................................................. 10 Audio ...................................................................... 27 Auto program ....................................................[...]

38 Limited W arranty (for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico only) Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic W ay Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 Panasonic Plasma T elevision Limited W arranty Limited W arranty Coverage If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materia[...]

39 Support Information Customer Services Directory (for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico) Limited W arranty (for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico only) Customer Services Directory (for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico) Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto Rico) Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; locate your nearest Dealer or Service Center; pu[...]

40 Limited W arranty (for Canada) Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 P ANASONIC PRODUCT – LIMITED W ARRANTY Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase agrees to, at its option[...]

41 Support Information Limited W arranty (for Canada) Note[...]

TC-P42X5 42" Plasma HDTV SPECIFICA TIONS DIMENSIONS JACKS T op View Front View Back View Note: T o make sure that the Plasma T elevision fits the cabinet properly when a high degree of precision is required, we recommend that you use the Plasma T elevision itself to make the necessary cabinet measurements. Panasonic cannot be responsible for i[...]

TC-P50X5 50" Plasma HDTV SPECIFICA TIONS DIMENSIONS JACKS T op View Front View Back View Note: T o make sure that the Plasma T elevision fits the cabinet properly when a high degree of precision is required, we recommend that you use the Plasma T elevision itself to make the necessary cabinet measurements. Panasonic cannot be responsible for i[...]

Customer ’ s Record The model number and serial number of this product can be found on its back cover . Y ou should note this serial number in the space provided below and retain this book, plus your purchase receipt, as a permanent record of your purchase to aid in identification in the event of theft or loss, and for W arranty Service purposes.[...]