Panasonic TC-L42U22 manuel d'utilisation

TM Quick Start Guide See page 7-14 Guía de inicio rápido vea la página 7-14 Operating Instructions 32”/37”/42” Class 1080p LCD HDTV (31.5/37.0/42.0 inches measured diagonally) Manual de instrucciones T elevisión de alta definición de 1080p y clase 32”/37”/42” de LCD (31,5/37,0/42,0 pulgadas medidas diagonalmente) For assistance (U.[...]

2 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. VIERA Link™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. SDHC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. HDA VI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. Manufactured under license f[...]

3 Viewing Advanced F AQs, etc. Quick Start Guide This product qualifies for ENERGY ST AR in the “Home Use” setting and this is the setting in which energy savings will be achieved. Any modifications to the “Home Use” setting or other factory default settings could result in greater energy consumption beyond levels that meet ENERGY ST AR qua[...]

4 ANTENNA LEAD-IN WIRE ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20) GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21) GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC AR T 250, P ART H) ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT GROUND CLAMP EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER (NEC) NA TIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE Safety Precautions Note to CA TV System Installer This[...]

5 19) An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines, other electric light, power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal. 2[...]

6 CEA CHILD S AFETY NOTICES: Flat panel displays are not al ways 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 consu[...]

7 Quick Start Guide Accessories/Optional Accessory Optional Accessory W all-hanging bracket TY -WK3L2RW W ARNING Please contact your nearest Panasonic dealer to purchase the recommended wall-hanging bracket. For additional details, please refer to the wall-hanging bracket installation manual. Back of the TV Holes for wall-hanging bracket installati[...]

8 Accessories Assembly screws (4 of each) A XSS4+16FJK M4 × 16 B XYN4+F12FJK M4 × 12 Bracket (1) Base (1) ■ Assembling the pedestal Fix securely with assembly screws A . (T otal 4 screws) Tighten screws firmly . A Bracket Front Base (Image: TBL2AX0029) ■ Set-up Fix securely with assembly screws . (T otal 4 screws) T ighten screws firmly . B B[...]

9 Quick Start Guide Basic Connection (Antenna + TV) Accessories/Optional Accessory T o connect the antenna terminal Basic Connection Note Not all cables and external equipment shown in this book are supplied with the TV . For more details on the external equipment’s connections, please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment. For additio[...]

10 T o use HDMI terminals HDMI A V OUT e.g. Blu-ray Disc player A V Equipment Connecting to the 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 TM connections”, please refer to p. 27. T o use COMPONENT terminals L R Y P B P R COMPO[...]

11 Quick Start Guide Identifying Controls Basic Connection (A V cable connections) Identifying Controls C.A.T .S (Contrast Automatic T racking System) Power indicator ( on: red, of f: no light) Note The TV consumes a small amount of electric energy even when turned off. Do not place any objects between the TV remote control sensor and remote contro[...]

12 First T ime Setup or T urn the TV On with the POWER button or (TV) (Remote) Configure your viewing mode Select your language Language / Idioma / Langue English Español Français select OK Select your viewing mode (Be sure to select “Home use”) Set viewing mode Step 2 of 6 Please select your viewing environment. Select “Home Use” when us[...]

13 Quick Start Guide First T ime Setup Press to return to the previous screen Auto channel setup (ANT/Cable setup) Select the connected Antenna in terminal ANT/Cable setup Step 3 of 6 Select “Not used” when viewing TV via Satellite receiver or Cable box. Note: Select “Cable” when viewing via Cable DTA Box. Cable Antenna Not used ANTENNA Cab[...]

14 Note About broadcasting systems Analog (NTSC): Conventional broadcasting Digital (A TSC): New programming that allows you to view more channels featuring high-quality video and sound Select the Input labels (Label inputs) Select NEXT then press OK to go to next step. Label inputs Step 5 of 6 Press RIGHT to select a label for each input. Example:[...]

15 Quick Start Guide Viewing W atching TV First T ime Setup W atching TV T urn power on (TV) or (Remote) Note If the mode is not TV , press and select TV . (p. 20) Select a channel number up down or (Remote) T o directly enter the digital channel number When tuning to a digital channel, press the button to enter the minor number in a compound chann[...]

16 Information recall Displays or removes the channel banner 15-2 12:30 PM 30 THE NEWS CC SAP T V - G 1080i S t a n d a r d 4 : 3 ABC-HD Channel Station identifier SAP indication Signal resolution Rating level Picture mode Sleep timer remaining time Aspect ratio Closed caption Clock Change aspect ratio Press FORMA T to cycle through the aspect mode[...]

17 Viewing Using VIERA TOOLS W atching TV Using VIERA T OOLS Press to exit from a menu screen Press to return to the previous screen Display VIERA T OOLS Select the item VIERA Link select next Set each item VIERA Link VIERA Link (p.30-31) Slideshow Slideshow (p. 18-19) Photo viewer Photo viewer (p. 18-19) Eco mode ECO/energy saving (p. 25) VIERA TO[...]

18 V iewing with VIERA IMAGE VIEWER The VIERA Image V iewer is a function that lets you easily view still images on a VIERA television by simply inserting an SD card into the VIERA SD card slot. (Media other than SD Cards will not work.) Press to exit from a menu screen Press to return to the previous screen Insert the SD card * This setting will b[...]

19 Viewing Viewing with VIERA IMAGE VIEWER SD Card Insert the card Remove the card Compliant card type (maximum capacity): SDHC Card (32 GB), microSDHC Card (16 GB), SD Card (2 GB), miniSD Card (2 GB), microSD Card (2 GB) (requiring microSDHC Card/ miniSD Card/microSD Card adapter) If a microSDHC Card, miniSD Card or microSD Card is used, insert / [...]

20 If you have applicable equipment connected to the TV , you can watch videos and DVDs on the TV screen. Input Select Y ou can select the external equipment to access. T o return to TV With the connected equipment turned On Display the Input select menu Select the input mode Input select TV 1 5 2 3 4 6 7 8 Component HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 Vide o 1 P[...]

21 Viewing W atching Videos and DVDs VIERA Link TM Setting If you connect equipment that has the “HDA VI Control” function to the TV using an HDMI cable, you will find it easier to use. Please refer to p. 26-31. Before using these functions, you need to set “VIERA Link” setting to “On” as shown below . Press to exit from a menu screen P[...]

22 Displaying PC Screen on TV The screen of the PC connected to the unit can be displayed on the TV . Y ou can also listen to PC sound with the audio cable connected. T o connect PC (p. 39) PC menu setting (change as desired) Making settings “How to Use Menu Functions” to (p. 23) Menu Item Adjustments/Configurations (options) Picture PC adjustm[...]

23 Advanced How to Use Menu Functions Displaying PC Screen on TV Viewing How to Use Menu Functions V arious menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions so that you can enjoy watching TV best suited for you. Press to exit from a menu screen Press to return to the previous screen Display the menu Shows the functions t[...]

24 How to Use Menu Functions Menu list Menu Item Adjustments/Configurations (alternatives) Picture Reset to defaults* Resets all picture adjustments to factory default settings except for “Advanced picture”. Picture mode Basic picture mode (Vivid/Standard/Cinema/Custom) (p. 43) Back light Adjusts the luminance of the back light. Contrast, Brigh[...]

25 Advanced How to Use Menu Functions (picture, sound quality , etc.) (Continued) Menu list Menu Item Adjustments/Configurations (alternatives) Setup Channel surf mode Sets the mode to select the channel with the Channel up/down button. (All/Favorite/Digital only/Analog only) • Favorite: Only channels registered as F A VORITE. (p. 16) Language Se[...]

26 VIERA Link TM “HDA VI Control TM ” Simultaneously control all Panasonic “HDA VI Control” equipped components using one button on the TV remote. Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with Panasonic products which have the “HDA VI Control” function. This TV supports “HDA VI Control 5” function. Connections to the equipment (DVD r[...]

27 Advanced VIERA Link TM “HDA VI Control TM ” VIERA Link TM Connections Follow the connection diagrams below for HDA VI control of a single piece of A V equipment such as a DVD recorder (DIGA), Home theater system. Refer to page 28-31 for Setup Menu settings and additional control information. • Optional HDMI and/or optical cables are not in[...]

28 Automatic Input Switching Power on link Power off link Energy saving mode (for “HDA VI Control 4 or later” (with Quick Start mode)) Unselected device energy save (for “HDA VI Control 2 or later”) Default speakers One-touch theater playback Provides setting information (for “HDA VI Control 3 or later”) Automatic lip- sync function (fo[...]

29 Advanced VIERA Link TM “HDA VI Control TM ” When using Blu-ray Disc player , DVD player/recorder or Home theater system, the TV will automatically change to the appropriate input, when playback begins on one of those devices. For a Home theater system, the speakers automatically switch to the theater system. When “Y es” is selected (p. 2[...]

30 Speaker control VIERA Link control only with the TV’ s remote control (for “HDA VI Control 2 or later”) Back to TV VIERA Link TM “HDA VI Control TM ” Y ou can enjoy more convenient operation with the “HDA VI Control” function in the “VIERA Link” menu. For more details on the “HDA VI Control” function, refer to p. 26 Press t[...]

31 Advanced VIERA Link TM “HDA VI Control TM ” Y ou can select the Home theater or TV speakers for audio output. Control the theater speakers with the TV’ s remote control. This function is available only when a Panasonic Amplifier or Player theater is connected. Home theater: Adjustment for the equipment V olume up / down Mute • The sound [...]

32 Lock Y ou can lock specified channels or shows to prevent children from watching objectionable content. Press to exit from a menu screen Caution Make a note of your password in case you forget it. (If you have forgotten your password, consult your local dealer .) Note When you select a locked channel, a message will be displayed that allows you [...]

33 Advanced Lock Note This television is designed to support the “Downloadable U.S. Region Rating System” when available. (Available only in U.S.A.) The Off rating is independent of other ratings. When placing a lock on a specific-age-based-rating level, the Off rating and any other more restrictive ratings will also be blocked. T o select the [...]

34 Auto program Set automatically Manual program Set manually Signal meter Check signal strength Editing and Setting Channels The current channel settings can be changed according to your needs and reception conditions. Press to exit from a menu screen Display the menu Select “Setup” Menu Adjusts Surf mode, Language, Clock, Channels, Inputs, an[...]

35 Advanced Editing and Setting Channels Automatically searches and adds available channels to the memory . Select “ANT in” Select “Cable” or “Antenna” Or select “Not used” (p. 13). Select “Auto program” Menu Cable ANT/Cable setup ANT in Auto program Manual program Signal meter next select Select a scanning mode (p. 13) Menu Aut[...]

36 Closed Caption Closed caption Display Closed caption 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 the Closed Caption (CC) information. (p. 41) Select the item and set Menu Selects style and language for displaying digital Closed Caption. Primary[...]

37 Advanced Input Labels Closed Caption Input Labels Input labels Display labels of Connected devices Devices connected to external input terminals can be labeled for easier identification during the input selection. (In selecting the input mode from p. 20 ) Select the terminal and label of the external equipment Menu Select or enter the name of th[...]

38 Using T imer The TV can automatically turn On/Of f at the designated date and time. The Clock must be set before On time/Off time settings. (p. 14) The “Sleep” timer and “On / Off timer” will not work if the “Auto power on” (p. 25) is set. Press to exit from a menu screen Press to return to the previous screen Note The TV automatical[...]

39 Advanced Recommended A V Connections Using T imer Recommended A V Connections These diagrams show our recommendations on 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.c[...]

40 Ratings List for Lock “V -chip” technology enables you to lock channels or shows according to standard ratings set by the entertainment industry . (p. 33) U.S. MOVIE RA TINGS (MP AA) NR NO RA TING (NOT RA TED) AND NA (NOT APPLICABLE) PROGRAMS. Movie which has not been rated or where rating does not apply . G GENERAL AUDIENCES. All ages admit[...]

41 F AQs, etc. T echnical Information Ratings List for Lock T echnical 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 C[...]

42 Message Meaning SD card slot is empty . The card is not inserted. No photos The card has no data or this type of data is not supported. Cannot read file The file is broken or unreadable. The TV does not support the format. Data format for SD Card browsing Photo: Still images recorded with digital still cameras compatible with JPEG files of DCF* [...]

43 F AQs, etc. T echnical Information VIERA Link TM “HDA VI Control TM ” HDMI connections to some Panasonic equipment allows you to interface automatically . (p. 26) 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[...]

44 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. See page 24 for more information Input signal that can be displayed * Mark: Applicable input signal for Component (Y , P B , P R ), HDMI an[...]

45 F AQs, etc. Care and Cleaning T echnical Information 1 678 3 9 45 10 15 14 13 12 11 2 Pin No. Signal Name Pin No. Signal Name Pin No. Signal Name R GND (Ground) NC (not connected) G GND (Ground) NC B GND (Ground) HD/SYNC NC (not connected) NC (not connected) VD GND (Ground) GND (Ground) NC Pin Layout for PC Input T erminal Care and Cleaning Firs[...]

46 FA Q 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. 50, 51) For additional assistance, please contact us via the website at: www .panasonic.com/contactinfo www .[...]

47 F AQs, etc. Frequently Asked Questions Problem Actions Screen Sound Other 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 th[...]

48 Specifications Note Design and Specifications are subject to change without notice. Mass and Dimensions shown are approximate. TC-L32U22 TC-L37U22 TC-L42U22 Power Source AC 1 10-127 V , 60 Hz Power Consumption Maximum Standby condition 102 W 0.3 W 151 W 0.3 W 199 W 0.3 W Display panel Aspect Ratio 16:9 Visible screen size (W × H × Diagonal) (N[...]

49 F AQs, etc. Limited W arranty (for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico only) Specifications P ANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMP ANY , DIVISION OF: P ANASONIC CORPORA TION OF NORTH AMERICA One Panasonic W ay Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 Panasonic LCD T elevisions Limited W arranty Limited W arranty Coverage If your product does not work properly because of a d[...]

50 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; purchase Parts and Accessories; or make Customer Service and Literature requests by visiting our Web Site at: http://www .panasonic[...]

51 F AQs, etc. Limited W arranty (for Canada) Customer Services Directory (for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico) 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 nor[...]

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.[...]