Panasonic TH-42PZ80U manuale d’uso

Quick Start Guide (See page 6-15) Guía de inicio rápido (vea la página 6-15) TQB2AA0777 Operating Instructions 42”/46”/50” Class 1080p Plasma HDTV (41.6/46.0/49.9 inches measured diagonally) Manual de instrucciones T elevision de alta definición de 1080p y clase 42”/46”/50” de Plasma (41,6/46,0/49,9 pulgadas medidas diagonalmente) M[...]

2 SDHC Logo is a trademark. GalleryPlayer and the GalleryPlayer Logo are trademarks of GalleryPlayer , Inc. HDA VI Control™ HDA VI Control™ is a trademark of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. VIERA Link™ is a trad[...]

3 V iewing Advanced F AQs, etc. Quick Start Guide Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. DOLBY and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. EZ Sync™ EZ Sync™ is a trademark of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. W atching TV ···········································[...]

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 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnin[...]

5 Notes Small parts can present choking hazard if accidentally swallowed. Keep small parts away from young children. discard unneeded small parts and other objects, including packaging materials and plastic bags/sheets to prevent them from being played with by young children, creating the potential risk of suffocation. Set up Do not place the Plasm[...]

6 Accessories/Optional Accessory Accessories Check you have all the items shown. Remote Control T ransmitter N2QA YB000221 Cable clampers (2) Batteries for the Remote Control T ransmitter (2) AA Battery AC cord Antenna Adapter F-T ype for 5C-2V Pedestal TBLX0036 (TH-42PZ80U) TBLX0037 (TH-46PZ80U, TH-50PZ80U) Product Registration Card (U.S.A.) Custo[...]

7 Quick Start Guide Accessories/Optional Accessory Accessories Assembly screws (4 of each) A M5 x 18 (Silver) B M5 x 25 (Black) Poles (2) L R L or R is printed at the bottom of the poles. Base (1) Attaching the pedestal to TV ■ Assembling the pedestal Fix securely with assembly screws A . (T otal 4 screws) T ighten screws firmly . A L R Pole Fron[...]

8 Accessories/Optional Accessory (Continued) Antenna terminal Pin terminals HDMI terminal green blue red green Firmly tighten by hand. Match colors of plugs and terminals. Insert firmly . Insert firmly . AC cord connection T o attach hole Insert T o bundle T o remove T o loosen Keep pushing both sides till they snap Snaps Set hooks knob Keep pushin[...]

9 Quick Start Guide Basic Connection (Antenna + TV) Accessories/Optional Accessory T o connect the antenna terminal and Cable Box ANT OUT ANT IN S VIDEO PB Y P B Y HDMI 1 HDMI 2 A V IN Basic Connection Note Not all cables and external equipment shown in this book are supplied with the TV . For the details of the external equipment’s connections, [...]

10 T o connect the antenna terminal and DVD recorder or VCR ANT OUT ANT IN TO AUDIO AMP COMPONENT IN VIDEO IN 1 1 2 VIDEO S VIDEO AUDIO PROG OUT R P R P B Y P R P B Y R R L L L R L HDMI 1 HDMI 2 AUDIO B D A C Basic Connection (Continued) Example 2 Connecting DVD recorder (VCR) (T o record/playback) DVD Recorder If this source has higher resolution [...]

11 Quick Start Guide Basic Connection (TV + DVD Recorder or VCR + Satellite Receiver) (TV + DVD Recorder or VCR) T o connect the antenna terminal and Satellite Receiver and DVD recorder or VCR ANT IN ANT OUT ANT IN TO AUDIO AMP COMPONENT IN VIDEO IN 1 1 2 VIDEO S VIDEO AUDIO PROG OUT R P R P B Y P R P B Y R R L L L R L HDMI 1 HDMI 2 AUDIO B D A C E[...]

12 High-Definition Standard-Definition Note Some programs contain a copyright protection signal to prevent recording. When the copyright protection program is displayed, do not connect the other TV monitor through a VCR. V ideo signals fed through VCRs may be affected by copyright protection systems and the picture will be distorted on the other TV[...]

13 Quick Start Guide Identifying Controls Basic Connection (A V cable connections) SD CARD - SUB MENU Identifying Controls POWER button Swing up the door at “ ▲ ”. Remote control sensor Within about 23 feet (7 meters) in front of the TV set. V olume up/down Power indicator (on: red, off: no light) Selects channels in sequence Note The TV cons[...]

14 First T ime 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. 24-25) is set to “No”. or ■ Press to exit from a menu screen ■ Press to return to the previous screen Note T o change setting (Language/Clock/ Auto pro[...]

15 Quick Start Guide First T ime Setup ■ Press to exit from a menu screen Auto channel setup Select “Auto program” First time setup Language Clock Auto program next select Select “ANT in” Program channel Cable ANT in Auto set select ANT in Cable: Cable TV Antenna: Antenna Select “Auto” Program channel Cable ANT in Auto next select Sel[...]

16 W atching TV Connect the TV to a cable box/cable, set-top-box, satellite box, or antenna cable (p. 9-12) T o watch TV and other functions ■ Other Useful Functions (Operate after ) T urn power on (TV) or Note If the mode is not TV , press and select TV . (p. 20) Select a channel number up down or ■ T o directly input the digital channel numbe[...]

17 V iewing W atching TV ■ Set Favorite Feature 1 Display the SUB MENU. SUB MENU Setup SUB MENU Surf mode Set favorite Off CC Caption select Signal meter All 2 Setup SUB MENU Surf mode Set favorite Off CC Caption select Signal meter All select “Set favorite” ok Set favorite 1/3 1 2 3 --- --- --- --- 4 • Press F A VORITE repeatedly to change[...]

18 V iewing from SD Card Y ou 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 ■ Press to exit from a menu screen ■ Press to return to the previous screen Insert the SD card and select “Play SD card now” “SD card setting?[...]

19 V iewing Viewing from SD Card SD Card Insert the card Remove the card Press in lightly on SD Card, then release. 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. 41) Label surface Push until a click is heard T o change the view ([...]

20 W atching V ideos and DVDs If you have applicable equipment connected to the TV , you can watch videos and DVDs on the TV’ s 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 2 3 4 5 8 TV Component 1[...]

21 V iewing W atching V ideos and DVDs VIERA Link TM Setting If you connect equipment that has “HDA VI Control” function to a TV with HDMI cable, you can use more convenient functions. Please refer to p. 26-29. Before using these functions, you need to set “VIERA Link” setting to “On” as shown below . ■ Press to exit from a menu scree[...]

22 Menu Item VIERA Link Record now Stop recording VIERA Link control Speaker output Picture Reset Picture mode Picture, Brightness, Color , Tint, Sharpness Color temp. Color mgmt. x.v .Color Zoom adjust Advanced picture Video NR 3D Y/C filter Color matrix MPEG NR Black level HD size Audio Reset Bass T reble Balance Advanced audio AI sound Surround [...]

23 Advanced How to Use Menu Functions (picture, sound quality , etc.) In A V mode, the Audio menu and Setup menu give fewer options. Adjustments/Configurations (alternatives) [Record now/Stop recording] Records programs on the recorder immediately with the TV’ s remote control (p. 28-29). [VIERA Link control] Selects equipment to access and opera[...]

24 Menu Item Setup Surf mode Language Clock Program channel External devices Input labels Monitor out Anti image retention Pixel orbiter Time Side bar Scrolling bar VIERA Link setting VIERA Link Power off link Power on link Default speakers Advanced setup Auto power on No signal shut-off No action shut-off Play SD card automatically About Reset Men[...]

25 Advanced How to Use Menu Functions (picture, sound quality , etc.) Adjustments/Configurations (alternatives) Sets the mode to select the channel with Channel up/down button (All/Favorite/Digital Only/Analog only) • Favorite: Only channels registered as F A VORITE (p. 17) Surf mode All Selects the screen menu language (p. 14) Language Adjusts t[...]

26 VIERA Link TM “HDA VI Control TM ” Simultaneously control all Panasonic “HDA VI Control” equipped components using one button on one remote. VIERA Link TM is a new name for EZ Sync TM . Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with Panasonic products which have “HDA VI Control”. This TV supports “HDA VI Control 3” function. Connec[...]

27 Advanced VIERA Link TM “HDA VI Control TM ” At the start of the DIGA, Player theater , or RAM theater playback, the TV’s input automatically switches to the input based on the playback equipment. For the RAM theater , the speakers automatically switch to the theater system. If using the DIGA operation, the TV’s input automatically switch[...]

28 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 SUB MENU ■ Press to exit from a menu screen ■ Press to return to the previous screen Display VIERA Link menu Menu Audio Lock[...]

29 Advanced VIERA Link TM “HDA VI Control TM ” (Continued) Y ou 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. Select “Speaker output” Select “Home theater” or “TV” ■ Home the[...]

30 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 [...]

31 Advanced Lock ■ T o select the channel or the rating of the program to be locked Channel lock 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 lock Mode Channel 1 Channel 2 Channel 3 Custom 3 4 - Channel 4 sele[...]

32 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 menu Select “Setup” Menu Audio Lock Setup SD card CC Timer Picture VIERA Link next select Select “Program channel” Setup 1/2 All Surf mode Language Clock Program channel E[...]

33 Advanced Editing and Setting Channels Automatically searches and adds available channels to the memory . Select “ANT in” Select Cable or Antenna (p. 15) Select “Auto” Program channel Cable ANT in Auto Manual Signal meter next select Select a scanning mode (p. 15) Auto program All channels Analog only Digital only ok select Settings are m[...]

34 Closed Caption CC 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 Closed Caption (CC) information. (p. 40) ■ Select the item and set CC Mode Analog Digital Digital setting CC reset CC1 Primary On select set Mode Select “O[...]

35 Advanced Input Labels/Monitor Out Closed Caption Input Labels/Monitor Out Input labels Display labels of external devices Devices connected to external input terminals can be labeled for easier identification during input selection. (In selecting input mode from p. 20 ) ■ Select the terminal and label of the external equipment Custom 3 4 - - I[...]

36 Using T imer T urns Of f automatically Sleep T urns On/Of f automatically (5 timers can be set.) Timer 1 Timer 5 ~ 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) i[...]

37 Advanced Recommended A V Connections Using T imer TO AUDIO AMP COMPONENT IN VIDEO IN 1 1 2 VIDEO S VIDEO AUDIO PROG OUT R P R P B Y HDMI 1 HDMI 2 P R P B Y R R L L L R L AUDIO A 3 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 instruc[...]

38 TO AUDIO AMP COMPONENT IN VIDEO IN 1 1 2 VIDEO S VIDEO AUDIO PROG OUT R P R P B Y HDMI 1 HDMI 2 P R P B Y R R L L L R L AUDIO 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), RAM theater , or Player theater system. Refer to page 26-29 for Setup Men[...]

39 Advanced F AQs, etc. Ratings List for Lock Recommended A V Connections Ratings List for Lock “V -chip” technology enables you to lock channels or shows according to standard ratings set by the entertainment industry . (p. 31) ■ U.S. MOVIE RA TINGS (MP AA) NR NO RA TING (NOT RA TED) AND NA (NOT APPLICABLE) PROGRAMS. Movie which has not been[...]

40 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 CC set On using the Component or HDMI connection to the T[...]

41 F AQs, etc. T echnical Information Message Meaning Is SD card in? The card is not inserted. No file 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 [...]

42 T echnical Information (Continued) VIERA Link “HDA VI Control TM ” HDMI connections to some Panasonic equipment allow 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. Im[...]

43 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[...]

44 - SUB MENU 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. 48, 49) For additional assistance, please contact us via the website at: www .panasonic.com/contac[...]

45 F AQs, etc. Frequently Asked Questions No sound is produced Sound is unusual Are the speakers’ cables connected correctly? (p. 37) Is “Sound Mute” active? (p. 13) Is the volume set to the minimum? Is “Speaker output” set to “Off”? (p. 22) Change “SAP” settings. (p. 16) Check “HDMI 1 in”, “HDMI 2 in” or “HDMI 3 in” s[...]

46 TH-42PZ80U TH-46PZ80U TH-50PZ80U Power Source AC 120 V , 60 Hz Power Consumption Maximum 573 W 628 W 690 W Standby condition 0.2 W 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) 42 ” class (41.6 inches measured diagonally) 46 ” class (46.0 inches measured diago[...]

47 F AQs, etc. Limited W arranty (for U.S.A.) Specifications Limited W arranty Coverage If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. (collectively referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the ch[...]

48 Customer Services Directory (for U.S.A.) Customer Services Directory 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.com/consumersupport or , contact us via the web[...]

49 F AQs, etc. Limited W arranty (for Canada) Customer Services Directory (for U.S.A.) Limited W arranty (for Canada) Panasonic Canada Inc. P ANASONIC PRODUCT - LIMITED W ARRANTY Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to remedy any such defect for a period as stated below from the [...]

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.[...]