Panasonic TC-P42G25 manuale d’uso

TM Quick Start Guide See page 8-17 Guía de inicio rápido vea la página 8-17 Operating Instructions 42”/46”/50”/54” Class 1080p Plasma HDTV (41.6/46.0/49.9/54.1 inches measured diagonally) Manual de instrucciones T elevisión de alta definición de 1080p y clase 42”/46”/50”/54” de Plasma (41,6/46,0/49,9/54,1 pulgadas medidas diago[...]

2 VIERA Link™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. VIERA CAST™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. 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. Manufactured under license from [...]

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 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 Do not place any objects on top of the Plasma TV . If water spills onto the Plasma TV or foreign objects get inside it, a short-circuit may occur which could result in fire or electric shock. If any foreign objects get inside the Plasma TV , please consult an Authorized Service Center . In the unlikely event that you receive a shock from this pro[...]

6 CEA CHILD SAFETY NOTICES: Flat panel displays are not al ways supported on the proper stands or installed according to the manufacturer’s recommendati ons. Flat panel displays that are inappro priat ely situated on dressers, bookcases, shelves, desks, speaker s, chests or carts may fall over and may cause personal injury or even death. The cons[...]

7 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 . 4 : 3 12 T o prevent the “Image retention”, the screen saver is automatically activated after a few minutes if no signals are sent or no operatio[...]

8 Accessories/Optional Accessory Accessories Remote Control T ransmitter N2QA YB000486 Batteries for the Remote Control T ransmitter (2) AA Battery AC cord Pedestal TBLX0146 (TC-P42G25) TBLX0147 (TC-P46G25, TC-P50G25) Product Registration Card (U.S.A.) Operating Instructions VIERA Concierge and Quick Start Guide Installing the remote’ s batteries[...]

9 Quick Start Guide Accessories/Optional Accessory Accessories Assembly screws A XYN5+F18FN (for 42”/46”/50”) M5 × 18 (Silver) (3) XYN5+F25FN (for 54”) M5 × 25 (Silver) (4) B THEL080N (for 42”) THEL079N (for 46”/50”) THEL073N (for 54”) M5 × 30 (Black) (4) Pole (for 42”/46”/50”) (1) L R Poles (for 54”) (2) L or R is printe[...]

10 Accessories/Optional Accessory (Continued) AC cord connection Antenna terminal Pin terminals HDMI terminal green blue red green Firmly tighten by hand. Match colors of plugs and terminals. Insert firmly . Insert firmly . Reference of connection T o attach T o remove Insert it firmly until the tabs on both sides click into place. Keep pushing bot[...]

11 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. When disco[...]

12 High-Definition Standard-Definition Note For more details on the external equipment’s connections, please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment. Basic Connection (Continued) T o use HDMI terminals HDMI A V OUT e.g. Blu-ray Disc player A V Equipment Connecting to HDMI terminals will enable you to enjoy high-definition digital images [...]

13 Quick Start Guide Identifying Controls Basic Connection (A V cable connections) Remote control Switches TV On or Of f (Standby) Viewing from SD Card (p. 22-25) Lights the buttons for 5 seconds Press again to turn off the button lights Changes the input mode (p. 30) Switches to input terminal that has “GAME” label (p. 30) Displays Main Menu ([...]

14 First T ime Setup First time setup screen 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. 35) is set to “No”. or T urn the TV On with the POWER button or (Remote) (TV) Configure your viewing mode Select your language Language / Idioma / Langue [...]

15 Quick Start Guide First T ime Setup Press to return to the previous screen 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 Auto channel setup (ANT/Cable setup) Select the connected Antenna in terminal ANT/Cable s[...]

16 Press to return to the previous screen Configure Network settings Select the Network type Network settings Step 5 of 6 Checks for proper network connection, settings and communication to the Internet and server automatically. RETURN OK Select Automatic Manual Network settings Step 5 of 6 Selects Ethernet cable or wireless network. If you select [...]

17 Quick Start Guide First T ime Setup Press to return to the previous screen Adjust the Clock (Set clock) Select NEXT then press OK to go to the next step. Manual setting Set clock Step 6 of 6 Current year. Yea r Mode Hour Month Minute - - - Manual - - - - - - - - - - - - DST Time zone Next RETURN Edit Select Change Day 0 - 9 Follow the instructio[...]

18 W atching TV Basic connection (p. 1 1-12) T o watch TV and other functions T urn power on (TV) or (Remote) Note If the mode is not TV , press and select TV . (p. 30) 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 [...]

19 Viewing W atching TV Information Recall Displays or removes the channel banner 15-2 12:30 PM 30 THE NEWS CC SAP TV -G 1 0 8 0 i Standard 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 t[...]

20 W atching TV (Continued) Set the Favorite Feature 1 Display the SUB MENU. 2 Select “Set favorite” All Setup SUB MENU Edit CH caption Signal meter Set favorite Channel surf mode select OK 3 Set the displayed channel Set favorite 1/3 26-1 1 2 3 4 5 select the list number save the displayed channel select the list number (to save the channel wi[...]

21 Viewing Using VIERA TOOLS W atching TV Using VIERA T OOLS VIERA TOOLS is the easy way to access frequently-used 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 . Press to exit from a menu screen Press to return to the previous screen Display[...]

22 Media information Inserting or removing an SD card/USB flash memory SD card USB flash memory Insert the card Gently insert the SD Card label surface facing front. Label surface Push until a click is heard Remove the card Press in lightly on SD Card, then release. Insert the device Remove the device Insert straight in Pull straight out Compliant [...]

23 Viewing Viewing with VIERA IMAGE VIEWER Press to exit from a menu screen Press to return to the previous screen Insert a Media (SD card or USB flash memory) * This setting will be skipped next time unless you select “Set later” (SD card only). Set “Image viewer settings” Select “Play image viewer now” Set later Image viewer settings [...]

24 Switch Thumbnail view Slideshow Sort Change thumbnail Info Media Player Photos All photos Media select R G B Y OK Select RETURN Slideshow Sort Info Media Player Photos All photos Media select R G B Y OK Select RETURN Change thumbnail In (p. 23) 7 x 4 (28 photos) 10 x 6 (60 photos) Sort In (p. 23) Display “Sort selection” menu Displays each v[...]

25 Viewing Viewing with VIERA IMAGE VIEWER Photo settings In or (p. 23) Adjust the Picture and Audio Display “Photo settings” example: Picture menu Picture menu/Audio menu (p. 34) 0 Vivi d Picture 1/2 Picture mode Contrast Reset to defaults select adjust Select the item Use VIERA Link function Photo settings Picture Audio VIERA Link Slideshow s[...]

26 VIERA CAST TM Y ou can access information services (TV content) from the Home screen via the Internet. Y ou need broadband environment to use this service. Operate VIERA CAST Press to exit from a menu screen Press to return to the Home screen Preparations Internet connections (p. 27) Network settings (p. 42-45) Display the Home screen Select the[...]

27 Viewing VIERA CAST TM Internet connections Contact your Broadband service provider NOTICE: If you don’t have Internet service by your local provider , please order a high-speed Internet service at no less than the following connection speed. If you already have such service, make sure that the connection speed exceeds the following. Required s[...]

28 Network Camera ■ Press to exit from a menu screen ■ Press to return to the previous screen Preparations Internet connections (p. 27) Example of Network connection (p. 27) Network settings (p. 42-45) Before connecting the Network camera to the TV , please complete “IP setting” and run “Connection test”(p. 42-45) With all connected equ[...]

29 Viewing Network Camera Network camera setting Before using a Network camera, you need to register the camera as shown below . Y ou can also set default camera or disconnect/delete the registered cameras. ■ Press to exit from a menu screen ■ Press to return to the previous screen Follow direction - in “Network settings” (p.42) Select “S[...]

30 W atching V ideos and DVDs 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 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 HDMI 1 HDMI 2 [...]

31 Viewing W atching V ideos 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. 36-41. Before using these functions, you need to set “VIERA Link” setting to “On” as shown below . Press to exit from a menu screen [...]

32 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. 53) Display the Input select menu Input select TV 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Component 1 Component 2 HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 Vide o 1 Vide o 2 9 PC AUX GAME GAME GAME Select “[...]

33 Viewing Advanced How to Use Menu Functions Displaying PC Screen on TV How to Use Menu Functions V arious menus allow you to set 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 that can be adj[...]

34 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/THX/Game/Custom) (p. 57) Contrast, Brightness, Color , Tint, Sharpness Adjusts the color , brightness, etc. for each[...]

35 Advanced How to Use Menu Functions (picture, sound quality , etc.) Menu list Menu Item Adjustments/Configurations (alternatives) Lock Locks the channels and programs. (p. 46) Closed caption Closed caption Displays subtitles (Closed caption) (p. 50) Setup Channel surf mode Sets the mode to select the channel with the Channel up/down button. (All/[...]

36 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[...]

37 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 38-41 for Setup Menu settings and additional control information. • Optional HDMI and/or optical cables are not in[...]

38 VIERA Link TM “HDA VI Control TM ” Press to exit from a menu screen Press to return to the previous screen Display the menu Select “Setup” Menu Adjusts Surf mode, Language, Clock, Channels, Inputs, and other settings. Setup 2/2 Advanced setup First time setup About Reset to defaults VIERA Link settings ECO / energy saving Keyboard type U[...]

39 Advanced VIERA Link TM “HDA VI Control TM ” (Continued) When using a 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 s[...]

40 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. 36 Press to exit from a menu screen Press to return to the previous screen Display the VIERA Link menu select next or Select the it[...]

41 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 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 of th[...]

42 Network Settings This is a setting for connecting to a broadband environment. Press to exit from a menu screen Press to return to the previous screen Display the menu Select “Setup” Menu Adjusts Surf mode, Language, Clock, Channels, Inputs, and other settings. Setup 1/2 ANT/Cable setup Connected devices Anti image retention Network settings [...]

43 Advanced Network Settings Check that the Network settings are as shown below , and then start “Connection test”. Select “Connection test” and press OK Displayed Connection test screen (It takes a while to cancel the test.) Connection test Check Ethernet cable connection Validate IP address Check for IP address duplication Check connectio[...]

44 Network Settings Press to exit from a menu screen Press to return to the previous screen Display the menu Select “Setup” Menu Adjusts Surf mode, Language, Clock, Channels, Inputs, and other settings. Setup 1/2 ANT/Cable setup Connected devices Anti image retention Network settings Channel surf mode Language Clock AII select set or next Selec[...]

45 Advanced Network Settings [IP setting] Select “IP setting mode” and set to “Automatic” Manual setting Select “IP setting mode” and set to “Manual” Select the item and press OK Check the specifications of the broadband router and enter each IP address (When IP automatic acquisition in DHCP can be used) Menu IP address/DNS settings[...]

46 Channel lock Game lock Program lock VIERA CAST lock Change password 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 s[...]

47 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 [...]

48 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[...]

49 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. 15). Select “Auto program” Menu Cable ANT/Cable setup ANT in Auto program Manual program Signal meter next select Select a scanning mode (p. 15) Menu Aut[...]

50 Closed Caption Press to exit from a menu screen Display the menu Select “Closed caption” Menu Primary CC1 On Closed caption Digital Mode Analog Digital setting Reset to defaults Display broadcast TV’s Closed Caption (CC) text when available. next select Closed caption Display Closed caption The television includes a built-in decoder that i[...]

51 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. 30 ) Select the terminal and label of the external equipment Menu Input labels Component 1 Compo[...]

52 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. 17) The “Sleep” timer and “On / Off timer” will not work if the “Auto power on” (p. 35) is set. Press to exit from a menu screen Press to return to the previous screen Note The TV automatical[...]

53 Advanced Recommended A V Connections Using T imer Recommended A V Connections These diagrams show our recommendations of 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[...]

54 Ratings List for Lock “V -chip” technology enables you to lock channels or shows according to standard ratings set by the entertainment industry . (p. 47) 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[...]

55 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[...]

56 T echnical Information (Continued) Data format for SD Card /USB flash memory browsing Photo: Still images recorded with digital still cameras compatible with JPEG files of DCF* and EXIF** standards Data format-Baseline JPEG (Sub-sampling: 4:4:4, 4:2:2 or 4:2:0) Max. number of files - 9,999 Image resolution - 160 x 120 to 20,000,000 Movie: SD-Vid[...]

57 F AQs, etc. T echnical Information VIERA Link TM “HDA VI Control TM ” HDMI connections to some Panasonic equipment allow you to interface automatically . (p. 36) 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 the TV is in Standby mode[...]

58 1 678 3 9 45 10 15 14 13 12 11 2 T echnical Information (Continued) DIGIT AL AUDIO OUT terminals 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 [...]

59 F AQs, etc. 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 , soak a soft, lint-fre[...]

60 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. 65, 66) For additional assistance, please contact us via the website at: www .panasonic.com/contactinfo www .[...]

61 F AQs, etc. Frequently Asked Questions 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). No sound is prod[...]

62 TC-P42G25 TC-P46G25 Power Source AC 120 V , 60 Hz Power Consuamption Maximum 327 W 384 W Standby condition 0.3 W 0.2 W Plasma Display panel Drive method AC type Aspect Ratio 16:9 Visible screen size (W × H × Diagonal) (No. of pixels) 42 ” class (41.6 inches measured diagonally) 46 ” class (46.0 inches measured diagonally) 36.2 ” × 20.4 [...]

63 F AQs, etc. Specifications TC-P50G25 TC-P54G25 Power Source AC 120 V , 60 Hz Power Consumption Maximum 441 W 465 W Standby condition 0.2 W 0.2 W Plasma Display panel Drive method AC type Aspect Ratio 16:9 Visible screen size (W × H × Diagonal) (No. of pixels) 50 ” class (49.9 inches measured diagonally) 54 ” class (54.1 inches measured dia[...]

64 P ANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMP ANY , DIVISION OF P ANASONIC CORPORA TION 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 materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company (ref[...]

65 F AQs, etc. 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; purchase P[...]

66 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[...]

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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.[...]