Panasonic TH-P42VT30M manuale d’uso

Operating Instructions Plasma T elevision English Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product. 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 . Model No. TH-P42VT30M TH-P50VT30D TH-P42VT30P TH-P50VT30K TH-P42VT30Q TH-P50VT30M TH-P4[...]

2 Enjoy rich multimedia Camcorder Amplifier with Speaker system VCR DVD Player Blu-ray Disc Player DVD Recorder Set top box SD Card Personal computer Enjoy viewing 3D images and experience an amazing level of multimedia excitement Sharp pictures with HDMI terminal Create home theatre and DVD recorder link-ups with “VIERA Link” without complicat[...]

3 Contents Be Sure to Read Safety Precautions ····································· 4 (W arning / Caution) Notes ·························································· 5 Quick Start Guide Accessories / Options ····················?[...]

Safety Precautions 4 Safety Precautions W arning Handling the mains plug and lead • Insert the mains plug fully into the socket outlet. (If the mains plug is loose, it could generate heat and cause fire.) • Ensure that the mains plug is easily accessible. • Ensure the earth pin on the mains plug is securely connected to prevent electrical sho[...]

Safety Precautions | Notes 5 Caution This appliance is intended for use in tropical climates When cleaning the TV , remove the mains plug • Cleaning an energised TV may cause electrical shock. When the TV is not going to be used for a long period of time, remove the mains plug • This TV will still consume some power even in the Of f mode, as lo[...]

Accessories / Options 6 Accessories / Options Standard accessories Remote Control • N2QA YB000586 Batteries for the Remote Control (2) • R6 (AA) Pedestal (p. 7) Wireless LAN Adaptor (p. 15) ( TH-P42VT30V , TH-P50VT30D TH-P50VT30K, TH-P50VT30T TH-P50VT30V ) • N5HBZ0000056 • K2KYYYY00132 Ferrite core (2) (Large size) • J0KG00000146 (p. 75) [...]

Accessories / Options 7 Attaching and removing the pedestal W arning Do not disassemble or modify the pedestal. • Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result. Caution Do not use any pedestal other than that provided with this TV . • Otherwise the TV or the display may fall over and become damaged, and perso[...]

Accessories / Options 8 Securing the TV Insert the pole into the TV , and then fasten securely with the assembly screws . • T ighten the four assembly screws loosely at first, then tighten them firmly to fix securely . • Carry out the work on a horizontal and level surface. B E Hole for pedestal installation (View from the bottom) Arrow mark Re[...]

Accessories / Options 9 3D Eyewear (Battery type) • TY -EW3D10W (Rechargeable type) • TY -EW3D2SW • TY -EW3D2MW • TY -EW3D2L W • Product information (Model No. and release date etc.) is subject to change without notice. • For more product information (English only) http://panasonic.net/avc/viera/3d/asia.html Communication Camera • TY [...]

Basic Connection 10 Basic Connection External equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this TV . Please ensure that the unit is disconnected from the mains socket before attaching or disconnecting any leads. Rear of the TV ■ Clamper Attach the clamper Bundle the cables T o remove from the TV : T o loosen: Mains lead Aerial AC 220 - 240 V [...]

Identifying Controls 11 Identifying Controls TV 11 12 13 67 8 9 10 1 2 3 4 5 About the Operation Guide - On Screen Displays The Operation Guide is displayed at the bottom of the on Screen Displays. The button used on this screen and manner of operation is displayed. INFO TV EXIT RETURN RGY B OPTION Example: Media Player OPTION SD Card EXIT Select R[...]

Identifying Controls 12 Remote Control INFO TV EXIT OPTION RETURN TEXT CH POWER F.P. INDEX HOLD MENU ASPECT TV PC AV REC LAST VIEW MUTE POWER RGY B CH VOL S D C A R D INPUT jk l ghi mno tuv pqrs wxyz abc def 1 14 15 17 20 18 19 21 22 24 25 26 16 23 3 5 10 2 4 8 6 7 9 11 12 13 1 Standby On / Off switch • Switches TV On or Of f standby 2 3D button [...]

Auto T uning 13 Auto T uning INPUT TV AV SD CARD ASPECT MENU OPTION STTL TEXT G B CH POWER REC MUTE LAST VIEW CH VOL INDEX HOLD TV POWER EXIT INFO R Y RETURN jk l ghi mno tuv pqrs wxyz abc def Search and store TV channels automatically . • These steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed by your local dealer . 1 Plug the TV into main[...]

Auto T uning 14 6 Select [Home] Please select your viewing environment. Home Shop ∗ confirm select Auto T uning is completed ∗ Viewing environment mode Home : Recommended mode for viewing at home. Select [Home] for optimal picture / power consumption. [Viewing Mode] is set as [Normal] (p. 35). Shop : Demonstration mode to explain main features [...]

Auto T uning 15 Setup the network connection Set up the network connection to enable the network service functions such as VIERA Connect, etc. (p. 17, 67) • T o set up the wireless connection, the Wireless LAN Adaptor is required. • Please note that this TV does not support wireless public access points. • Ensure the network connections and n[...]

Auto T uning 16 3 ■ [Wireless] Select the connection type Connection T ype Please select network connection type. WPS(Push button) Search for access point confirm select • If your access point supports WPS (Push button), then select this option. If not, select [Search for access point]. ■ [Search for access point] Access points found automati[...]

Using “VIERA Connect” 17 Using “VIERA Connect” VIERA Connect is a gateway to the internet services unique to Panasonic and has expanded VIERA CAST features greatly . VIERA Connect allows you to access some specific websites supported by Panasonic, and enjoy internet contents such as photos, videos, games, etc. from VIERA Connect home screen[...]

W atching TV 18 W atching TV INFO EXIT OPTION HOLD MENU ASPECT INPUT TV LAST VIEW POWER CH jk l ghi mno tuv pqrs wxyz abc def • When the TV is switched to standby , there will be a clicking sound after a short delay . This is normal. 1 T urn power on • Mains power On / Off switch should be On. (p. 1 1) ■ VIERA Connect banner appears Y ou can [...]

W atching TV 19 Display Information banner Display Information banner INFO • Also appears when changing a channel • T o hide EXIT , , II , Audio mode (p. 79) Sound mute On 1 - 90 Off T imer remaining time • For settings (p. 18) T eletext (varies depending on the broadcasters) T eletext service available TV 1 CH08 5.5MHz PAL 16:9 Input mode Ch[...]

W atching TV 20 Change aspect ratio Enjoy viewing the image at its optimum size and aspect. Press repeatedly until you reach the desired mode ASPECT ■ If Aspect Selection list is displayed 1 Display Aspect Selection list 2 While the list is displayed, select the mode ASPECT Aspect Selection 16:9 14:9 Just 4:3 4:3 Full Zoom1 Zoom2 Zoom3 Select EXI[...]

Viewing T eletext 21 V iewing T eletext T eletext services are the text information provided by the broadcasters. The features may vary depending on the broadcasters. What is F ASTEXT mode? In F ASTEXT mode, four differently coloured subjects are situated at the bottom of the screen. T o access more information about one of these subjects, press th[...]

Viewing T eletext 22 View in multi window W atch TV and T eletext in two windows at once MENU (press twice) Select Picture and text On or Off • Operations can be made only in T eletext screen. FULL / T OP / BOTT OM (TOP) (BOTTOM) Normal (FULL) MENU G (Expand the T OP half) (Expand the BOTTOM half) Store frequently viewed pages Store frequently vi[...]

W atching External Inputs 23 W atching External Inputs Connect the external equipment (VCRs, DVD equipment, PC, etc.) and you can watch through the input. • T o connect the equipment (p. 10, 73 - 75) TV INPUT TV AV CH POWER REC PC jk l ghi mno tuv pqrs wxyz abc def ■ T o return to TV TV 1 Display the input selection menu When viewing PC PC ( sk[...]

W atching External Inputs 24 Operating the equipment with the TV remote control The Panasonic equipment connected to the TV can be directly operated with the below buttons of this TV remote control. POWER Standby Set to Standby mode / T urn on Play Playback videocassette / DVD Stop Stop the operation Rewind / Skip / Search VCR: Rewind, view the pic[...]

Viewing 3D images 25 V iewing 3D images Y ou can enjoy viewing 3D images with contents or programmes corresponding to the 3D ef fect by wearing the 3D Eyewear (supplied). This TV supports [Frame Sequential] ∗ 1, [Side by Side] ∗ 2 and [T op and Bottom] ∗ 3 3D formats. ∗ 1: The 3D format that the images for the left and right eyes are record[...]

Viewing 3D images 26 • When using the 3D Eyewear , be careful not to strike the television screen or other people by mistake. As the images are in 3D, the distance between the user and screen may be mistaken, causing the user to strike the screen which may result in injury . • Use the 3D Eyewear when viewing 3D images. • When using the 3D Eye[...]

Viewing 3D images 27 Part names and functions 12 3 4 5 1 Infra-red receiver Receives infra-red signals from the television. The liquid crystal shutter open/close timing is controlled by receiving infrared signals from the television, which provide 3D expression of the images. If the eyewear stops receiving infra-red signal from the television, the [...]

Viewing 3D images 28 Attaching Ferrite Core (supplied: TH-P42VT30Q, TH-P50VT30Q) Be sure to attach the provided ferrite core to the charging cable to reduce interference or electrical noise. 1 Attach the ferrite core as close to USB connector of the charging cable as shown. Mini USB connector USB connector 2 Close the ferrite core until it clicks. [...]

Viewing 3D images 29 Storage and Cleaning • Clean using a soft, dry cloth. Wiping the 3D Eyewear with a soft cloth that is covered in dust or dirt may scratch the eyewear . Shake off any dust from the cloth before use. • Do not use benzene, thinner , or wax on the 3D Eyewear , as doing so may cause the paint to peel off. • Do not dunk the 3D [...]

Viewing 3D images 30 Change the view 3D ↔ 2D Simply switches 3D ↔ 2D images (Auto mode) POWER INPUT TV AV SD CARD ASPECT EXIT MENU INFO OPTION STTL TEXT G Y B CH POWER REC RETURN jk l ghi mno tuv pqrs wxyz abc def MUTE LAST VIEW CH VOL INDEX HOLD R 3D Mode Selection 2D → 3D 3D 2D ([2D → 3D]: 2D mode only) set select • R Switches to Manual[...]

Viewing 3D images 31 [3D Settings] (Adjust 3D images) T o charge when the TV is in the Standby mode POWER INPUT TV AV SD CARD ASPECT EXIT INFO OPTION STTL TEXT R G Y B CH POWER REC RETURN jk l ghi mno tuv pqrs wxyz abc def MUTE LAST VIEW CH VOL INDEX HOLD TV MENU 1 Display the menu MENU “How to Use the Menu Functions” (p. 34) 2 Select [Picture][...]

Viewing 3D images 32 Disposal A lithium-ion polymer rechargeable battery is built in to the 3D Eyewear . Please discard according to local regulations. When disposing this product, disassemble properly by following the procedure below , and remove the internal rechargeable battery . Do not disassemble this product except when disposing of it. ■ D[...]

How to Use VIERA TOOLS 33 Y ou can access some special features easily by using the VIERA T OOLS function. POWER INPUT TV AV SD CARD ASPECT MENU INFO OPTION STTL TEXT R G Y B RETURN INDEX HOLD EXIT ■ T o return to TV EXIT or V I E R A T O O L S 1 Display icons of the feature 2 Select a feature VIERA Link Control access select ■ Follow the opera[...]

How to Use the Menu Functions 34 How to Use the Menu Functions V arious menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions. POWER INPUT TV AV SD CARD ASPECT INFO OPTION STTL TEXT G Y CH POWER REC MUTE LAST VIEW VOL INDEX HOLD TV EXIT MENU R B RETURN jk l ghi mno tuv pqrs wxyz abc def CH ■ T o return to TV at any time EXI[...]

How to Use the Menu Functions 35 Note • In each Viewing Mode and input, [Contrast], [Brightness], [Colour], [Sharpness], [T int], [Colour Balance], [Vivid Colour], [Eco Mode], [P-NR] and [3D-COMB] can be adjusted and stored to suit your particular viewing requirement. • Set for each input signal. Picture Item Adjustments / Configurations (alter[...]

How to Use the Menu Functions 36 P-NR • Off • Min • Mid • Max Picture Noise Reduction Automatically reduces unwanted picture noise and flicker noise in the contoured parts of a picture • Not valid on PC signal 3D-COMB • Off • On Makes still or slow moving pictures look more vivid • Occasionally , while viewing still or slow moving p[...]

How to Use the Menu Functions 37 Advanced Settings Gamma ∗ 1 Gamma • S Curve / 1.8 / 2.0 / 2.2 / 2.4 / 2.6 Switches the gamma curve • Please note the numerical values are reference for the adjustment. More Detailed Adjustment ∗ 3 Adjusts more detailed Gamma items [Input Signal Level]: Adjusts the input signal level [Gain]: Adjusts the gain [...]

How to Use the Menu Functions 38 Sound Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Mode • Music • Speech • User Selects basic sound mode • The selected mode affects all input signals. [Music]: Improves sound quality for watching music videos, etc. [Speech]: Improves sound quality for watching news, drama, etc. • In Music and Speech m[...]

How to Use the Menu Functions 39 Equaliser Adjusts the frequency level to suit your favourite sound quality • This function is available when [Mode] is set to [User]. • Select the frequency and change the frequency level by using the cursor button. • If you want to enhance the bass sound, raise the level of the lower frequency . If you want t[...]

How to Use the Menu Functions 40 Setup Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) PC Setup Input Resolution Switches to a wide view • VGA (640 × 480 pixels), WVGA (852 × 480 pixels), XGA (1,024 × 768 pixels), WXGA (1,280 × 768 pixels, 1,366 × 768 pixels) • Options change depending on signals Clock Sets to the minimum level if noise o[...]

How to Use the Menu Functions 41 Eco Navigation Automatically sets the TV to the most suitable energy-saving mode • If you press the OK button, the following items are set as below: [Eco Mode], [VIERA Link], [Power off Link], [Standby Power Save], [Power Save] [On] [Intelligent Auto Standby] [On (No reminder)] [Auto Standby] [2 hours] Child Lock [...]

How to Use the Menu Functions 42 VIERA Link Settings VIERA Link • Off • On Sets to use VIERA Link functions • VIERA Link functions become available when [VIERA Link] is set to [On] (p. 69). HDMI Content T ype • Off • Auto Adjusts the picture settings according to the content type from the connected equipment via HDMI cable • This functi[...]

T uning and Editing Channels 43 T uning and Editing Channels Y ou can make Auto T uning, listing your favourite channels, skipping unwanted channels, etc. POWER AV SD CARD ASPECT INFO OPTION STTL TEXT CH POWER REC MUTE LAST VIEW VOL INDEX HOLD TV TV EXIT MENU R G Y B RETURN jk l ghi mno tuv pqrs wxyz abc def CH INPUT ■ T o return to TV EXIT Prepa[...]

T uning and Editing Channels 44 [Channel List Edit] - Skip unwanted channels / Edit Channels (Change name, Move) Y ou can hide unwanted channels. The hidden channels cannot be displayed except in this function. Use this function to skip unwanted channels. Select a channel and reveal / hide 1 BBC1 2 ***** 3 ***** 4 ***** 5 ***** 6 ***** 7 ***** Chan[...]

Child Lock 45 Child Lock Y ou can lock specific channels / A V input terminals and control who watches them. When the locked channel / input is selected, a message appears; by entering the PIN number , you can watch it. POWER INPUT TV AV SD CARD ASPECT INFO OPTION STTL TEXT RETURN MUTE LAST VIEW INDEX HOLD R EXIT MENU G Y jk l ghi mno tuv pqrs wxyz[...]

Input Labels 46 Input Labels For easier identification and selection of the input mode, you can label each input mode or skip terminals that are not connected to any equipment. • T o select the input mode (p. 23) POWER INPUT TV AV SD CARD ASPECT INFO OPTION STTL TEXT R G Y B CH POWER REC MUTE LAST VIEW CH VOL INDEX HOLD TV EXIT MENU RETURN jk l g[...]

Shipping Condition (Reset settings) 47 Shipping Condition (Reset settings) Resets the TV to its original condition, i.e. no channels tuned in. All settings are reset (channels, picture, sound settings, etc.). POWER INPUT TV AV SD CARD ASPECT INFO OPTION STTL TEXT R G Y B CH POWER REC RETURN jk l ghi mno tuv pqrs wxyz abc def MUTE LAST VIEW CH VOL I[...]

Using Media Player 48 Using Media Player Media Player allows you to enjoy photo, video or music recorded on an SD Card and a USB Flash Memory . VIERA IMAGE VIEWER is the function of the easy viewing for photos or videos recorded on an SD Card on the TV screen by simply inserting into the SD Card slot. Photo mode: Still pictures recorded by digital [...]

Using Media Player 49 Starting Media Player INFO EXIT OPTION RETURN MENU ASPECT RGY B S D C A R D ■ T o return to TV EXIT or ■ T o return to the previous screen RETURN 1 Insert the SD Card or USB Flash Memory (p. 48) When the SD Card is inserted, switching to Media Player will be done automatically . 2 Switch to Media Player 3 Select the icon y[...]

Using Media Player 50 Photo mode Supported file format (p. 80) The thumbnail of all the photos in the SD Card or USB Flash Memory will be displayed. Example: Thumbnail - [All photos] OPTION SD Card EXIT Select RETURN Media Player Photo All photos Slideshow View Select Drive Select Contents Select Info View Option Menu Selected Device Name • T o c[...]

Using Media Player 51 [Single view] - Photos are displayed one at a time. Select the file from the thumbnail of photos to be viewed select access Example: 2D Single view Single view Stop EXIT Select RETURN Rotate Operation guide • T o display / hide the operation guide INFO • T o return to thumbnail RETURN • T o operate Single view T o the pr[...]

Using Media Player 52 Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Frame Selects the indication frame of the slideshow [Off] / [Multi] / [Collage] / [Drift (+ calendar)] / [Drift] / [Gallery (+ calendar)] / [Gallery] / [Cinema] [Multi]: 9 division display like tiled design [Collage]: A photo is displayed at a random position and at a random sca[...]

Using Media Player 53 Multi Shot 3D This TV can create the 3D photo using a pair of photos in the SD Card and save it into the same SD Card. • This TV can also create the 3D photo from photos in the USB Flash Memory , but cannot save it. • This function is available with photos recorded by digital cameras. • Depending on the photos you select[...]

Using Media Player 54 Change the contents Y ou can switch to the other mode of Media Player from the thumbnail view . 1 While the thumbnail is displayed, display the contents selection B 2 Select the contents OPTION SD Card EXIT Select RETURN Media Player Photo All photos Slideshow View Select Contents Select Info View Photo Video Music Contents Se[...]

Using Media Player 55 ■ How to operate playback Example: Playback SD 2D EXIT RETURN 2010/10/02 00:15:39 00:02:05 11:21 Operation guide Information banner • T o display / hide the operation guide and information banner INFO • T o operate playback Rewind Pause / Playback Fast forward Stop • T o change aspect ASPECT • T o the previous title [...]

Using Media Player 56 Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Multi Audio Allows you to select between selectable sound tracks (if available) • It may take several seconds to change the sound. Subtitle T urn the subtitle on/off and select the subtitle file (if available) [Off] / [Subtitle1] (/ [Subtitle2] ...) Subtitle text Selects the f[...]

Using Media Player 57 Music mode Supported file format (p. 82) The thumbnail of music folders in the SD Card or USB Flash Memory will be displayed. Example: Thumbnail - [Folder view] OPTION My Music_1 My Music_2 My Music_3 Media Player Music Folder view SD Card EXIT Select RETURN Play Folder Contents Select Info Access Option Menu Drive Select • [...]

Using Network Services 58 Using Network Services DLNA ® This TV is a DLNA Certified™ product. DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) is a standard that makes DLNA Certified digital electronics easier and more convenient to use on a home network. T o learn more, visit www .dlna.org. It allows you to share photos, videos and music stored in a DLNA[...]

Using Network Services 59 Network connections T o use only DLNA features, you can operate the features without Broadband network environment. T o use VIERA Connect features, you need a Broadband network environment. • If you do not have any Broadband network services, please consult your retailer for assistance. • Confirm the terms and conditio[...]

Using Network Services 60 [Network Setup] • Ensure the connections are completed before starting Network Setup. “Network connections” (p. 59) POWER INPUT TV AV SD CARD ASPECT INFO OPTION STTL TEXT R G Y B MUTE LAST VIEW INDEX HOLD EXIT MENU RETURN jk l ghi mno tuv pqrs wxyz abc def ■ T o return to TV EXIT Preparations: 1 Display the menu 2 [...]

Using Network Services 61 Network settings for the LAN Cable connection This setting is for the network connection by using the LAN cable. 1 Select [Network T ype] and set to [Wired] 12-34-56-78-9a-bc Connection T est Network T ype Access Point Settings IP/DNS Settings Network Link Settings MAC Address Network Setup Wired Software Update access / s[...]

Using Network Services 62 2 ■ [Proxy Settings] Select [Proxy Settings] and set the items Acquire IP Address IP Address Subnet Mask Gateway Acquire DNS Address DNS Address Proxy Settings IP/DNS Settings Auto 192.168.1 1.5 255.255.255.0 192.168.1 1.1 192.168.1 1.1 Auto Access access select After settings, return to [Network Setup] screen RETURN [Pr[...]

Using Network Services 63 Network settings for the Wireless LAN connection This setting is for the network connection by using a Wireless LAN Adaptor . • Confirm the encryption key , settings and positions of your access point before starting setup. For details, read the manual of the access point. 1 Select [Network T ype] and set to [Wireless] 1[...]

Using Network Services 64 Using DLNA ® features • Ensure the preparation of the media server , network connections and network settings are completed. “Media server” (p. 58), “Network connections” (p. 59), “Network Setup” (p. 60 - 63) POWER INPUT TV AV SD CARD STTL TEXT Y CH POWER REC jk l ghi mno tuv pqrs wxyz abc def MUTE LAST VIEW[...]

Using Network Services 65 For photo file [Single view] - Displayed one at a time Operation guide 2D Single view Single view Rotate Stop EXIT Select RETURN • T o display / hide the operation guide INFO • T o operate Single view T o the previous photo T o the next photo Slideshow Stop (return to list) • T o rotate 90° B • T o return to the l[...]

Using Network Services 66 Photo Setup (for photo contents) Setup the settings for Photo. 1 Display the option menu OPTION 2 Select [Slideshow Settings] 3 Select the items and set Option Menu Slideshow Settings Music Setup Video Setup access select Slideshow Settings Transition Effect Fade Interval 5 seconds Repeat On Back Ground Music access / stor[...]

Using Network Services 67 Audio output settings (for video contents) Y ou can enjoy the multi-channel sound via an amplifier connected to the DIGIT AL AUDIO OUT terminal. 1 Display the menu MENU 2 Select [Sound] 3 Select [SPDIF Selection] and set Main Menu Picture Sound Timer Setup access select 2/2 SPDIF Selection Reset to Defaults Auto Reset acce[...]

VIERA Link Functions 68 VIERA Link “ HDA VI Control™” Enjoy additional HDMI interoperability with Panasonic products which have “HDA VI Control” function. This TV supports “HDA VI Control 5” function. Connections to equipment with HDMI cable such as a DIGA Recorder , HD Video Camera, Player theatre, Amplifier , etc., allow you to inte[...]

VIERA Link Functions 69 Note • For a DIGA Recorder / DVD Player / Blu-ray Disc Player / HD Video Camera / LUMIX Camera with VIERA Link function, connect to HDMI1, HDMI2, HDMI3 or HDMI4 terminal via an HDMI cable. • For a Player theatre / Blu-ray Disc theatre / Amplifier , connect to HDMI1, HDMI2, HDMI3 or HDMI4 terminal via an HDMI cable, and a[...]

VIERA Link Functions 70 Features available (Using VIERA Link Menu) [Pause Live TV] Y ou can pause the live TV programme and resume later . Live TV programmes will be recorded on HDD of the connected DIGA Recorder . • This function is available with a DIGA Recorder which has HDD. • If you connect a variety of recorders including other manufactur[...]

VIERA Link Functions 71 [VIERA Link Control] - Operate the connected equipment with VIERA remote control Y ou can control some functions of the connected equipment with this TV remote control by pointing at the TV’ s signal receiver . • If you cannot operate, check the settings and the equipment “Summary of features”, “Connection”, “P[...]

VIERA Link Functions 72 [Speaker Selection] - Speaker control Y ou can control the theatre speaker with this TV remote control by pointing at the TV’ s signal receiver . • If you cannot operate, check the settings and the equipment “Summary of features”, “Connection”, “Preparations” (p. 68 - 69) Access and control the speaker volume[...]

External Equipment 73 External Equipment These diagrams show our recommendations for connection of your TV to various pieces of equipment. For other connections, consult the instructions for each piece of equipment, the table below , and the specifications (p. 87). T ypes of connectable equipment to each terminal Equipment T erminal A V1 IN ∗ 1 A[...]

External Equipment 74 Rear of the TV Rear of the TV Composite adaptor (supplied) Optical digital audio adaptor (supplied) Audio adaptor (supplied) Audio adaptor (supplied) COMPONENT adaptor (supplied) RF adaptor (supplied) Less than 10 cm Ferrite core - Middle size (supplied: TH-P42VT30Q, TH-P50VT30Q) T o play back DVD Recorder or VCR or Aerial RF [...]

External Equipment 75 Rear of the TV Rear of the TV Audio adaptor (supplied) PC adaptor (supplied) Composite adaptor (supplied) USB devices USB cable Camcorder / HDMI equipment Fully wired HDMI compliant cable Camcorder etc. Headphones (M3 stereo mini plug) Less than 10 cm Ferrite core - Small size (supplied) Installing the Ferrite core Pull back t[...]

T echnical Information 76 T echnical Information Channel Allocation Channel Plan Asia/ W .Europe CIS/ E.Europe China Hong Kong NZ/ Indonesia Indian CA TV South Africa American System American CA TV Japan CH DISPLA Y Receive channel 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 11 12 13 14 15 16 19 20 – – 2 11 12 – – – – – – – – 1 2 11 12 – – – – – [...]

T echnical Information 77 HDMI connection HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) is the world’s first complete digital consumer A V interface complying with a non-compression standard. HDMI allows you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality sound by connecting the TV and the equipment. HDMI-compatible equipment ∗ 1 with an[...]

T echnical Information 78 Input signal that can be displayed COMPONENT (Y , P B /C B , P R /C R ), HDMI Mark: Applicable input signal Signal name COMPONENT HDMI 525 (480) / 60i 525 (480) / 60p 625 (576) / 50i 625 (576) / 50p 750 (720) / 60p 750 (720) / 50p 1,125 (1,080) / 60i 1,125 (1,080) / 50i 1,125 (1,080) / 60p 1,125 (1,080) / 50p 1,125 (1,080)[...]

T echnical Information 79 Stereo / Bilingual Sound Selection When you receive the stereo / bilingual sound system, sound output modes can be selected by using the [MPX] in the Sound Menu. Audio Signal STEREO MAIN I SUB II MONO Mode Indicator NICAM .......Used in New Zealand, Singapore, Hong Kong etc. T ype of broadcast Regular broadcast (Standard A[...]

T echnical Information 80 Media Player / DLNA SD Card Card format: SDXC Card - exF A T SDHC Card / SD Card - F A T16 or F A T32 Compliant card type (maximum capacity): SDXC Card (64 GB), SDHC Card (32 GB), SD Card (2 GB), miniSD Card (2 GB) (requiring miniSD adaptor) • If miniSD Card is used, insert / remove it together with the adaptor . • Che[...]

T echnical Information 81 ■ Video Container File extension V ideo codec Audio codec Details / Restrictions SD-Video .mod MPEG1 MPEG2 MPEG Dolby Digital SD-Video Standard V er . 1.3 (Entertainment Video Profile) • The data may not be available if a folder structure on the current device is modified. A VCHD .mts H.264 Dolby Digital A VCHD Standar[...]

T echnical Information 82 ■ Music Codec File extension Restrictions MP3 .mp3 – AAC .m4a • Copy-protected files cannot be played back. WMA .wma • Copy-protected files cannot be played back. • WMA Pro and WMA Lossless are not supported. Note • The above table is generalised in nature. Due to file encoding variances, some media files that [...]

T echnical Information 83 Regarding DivX content that can only be played a set number of times Some DivX VOD content can only be played a set number of times. When you play this content, the remaining number of plays is displayed. Y ou cannot play this content when the number of remaining plays is zero. ([This DivX rental has expired.] is displayed[...]

Frequently Asked Questions 84 84 F AQs 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 for assistance. White spots or shadow images (noise) • Check the position, direction, and connection of the aerial. Neither image nor so[...]

Frequently Asked Questions 85 Problem Actions HDMI Sound is unusual • Set the sound setting of the connected equipment to “2ch L.PCM”. • Check the [HDMI1 / 2 / 3 / 4 Input] setting in the Sound Menu. (p. 39) • If digital sound connection has a problem, select analogue sound connection. (p. 77) Pictures from external equipment are unusual [...]

Frequently Asked Questions | Maintenance 86 Problem Actions Other The TV goes into Standby mode • Auto power standby function is activated. • The TV enters Standby mode about 30 minutes after broadcasting ends. The remote control does not work or is intermittent • Are the batteries installed correctly? (p. 6) • Has the TV been switched On? [...]

Specifications 87 Specifications TV TH-P42VT30M TH-P42VT30Q TH-P42VT30V TH-P42VT30P TH-P50VT30D TH-P50VT30K TH-P50VT30M TH-P50VT30Q TH-P50VT30T TH-P50VT30V TH-P50VT30P Power Source AC 220 - 240 V , 50 / 60 Hz AC 1 10 - 240 V , 50 / 60 Hz AC 220 - 240 V , 50 / 60 Hz AC 1 10 - 240 V , 50 / 60 Hz Power Consumption Power Rating 325 W 330 W 430 W 435 W [...]

M041 1-0 Printed in Thailand Web Site : http://panasonic.net © Panasonic Corporation 2011 Customer ’ s Record The model number and serial number of this product may be found on its rear panel. Y ou should note the model number and the serial number in the space provided below and retain this book, plus your purchase receipt, as a permanent recor[...]