Panasonic TC-42PC2 manual

TM Quick Start Guide See page 8-16 Operating Instructions 42” Class 720p Plasma HDTV (41.6 inches measured diagonally) For assistance (U.S.A./Puerto Rico), please call: 1-877-95-VIERA (958-4372) or visit us at www .panasonic.com/contactinfo TQB2AA0612 Model No. TC-42PC2 English Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product. Please read these in[...]

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 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 Panasonic recommends that a qualified installer perform the wall-mount installation. See page 4. The American Academy of Pediatrics discourages television viewing for children younger than two years of age. This product incorporates the following software: (1) software developed independently by or for Panasonic Corporation, (2) software owned by[...]

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 YB000485 Batteries for the Remote Control T ransmitter (2) AA Battery AC cord Pedestal TBLX0134 Product Registration Card (U.S.A.) Operating Instructions VIERA Concierge and Quick start guide Installing the remote’ s batteries Open Hook Note the correct polarity (+ or -[...]

9 Quick Start Guide Accessories/Optional Accessory Accessories Assembly screws (4 of each) A XYN5+F18FN M5 × 18 (Silver) B THEL078N M5 × 30 (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) Tighten screws fir[...]

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) Changes the input mode (p. 24) Displays Main Menu (p. 25) Displays Sub Menu (p. 18, 27) Colored buttons (used for various functions) (for example, p. 16, 23, 33) V olume up/down Sound mute On/Off Changes aspect ratio (p[...]

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. 27) 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 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 ANTENNA Cable In Not[...]

16 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:[...]

17 Quick Start Guide Viewing W atching TV First T ime Setup W atching TV Basic connection (p. 1 1-12) T o watch TV and other functions T urn power on or (Remote) (TV) Note If the mode is not TV , press and select TV . (p. 24) Select a channel number up down or (Remote) (TV) T o directly enter the digital channel number When tuning to a digital chan[...]

18 Listen with SAP (Secondary Audio Program) Select the Audio mode for watching TV Digital mode Press SAP to select next audio track (if available) when receiving a digital channel. Audio t rack 1 of 2 (English) Analog mode Press SAP to select the desired audio mode. • Each press of SAP will change the audio mode. (Stereo/SAP/Mono) Closed caption[...]

19 Viewing W atching TV Set the Favorite Feature 1 Display the SUB MENU. 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 chann[...]

20 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 VIERA T OOLS Select the item Sleep sel[...]

21 Viewing Using VIERA TOOLS 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. 28-33. Before using these functions, you need to set “VIERA Link” setting to “On” as shown below . Press to exit from a menu screen Press to [...]

22 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[...]

23 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/ r[...]

24 W atching V ideos and DVDs If you have an 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 HDMI 1 HDMI 2[...]

25 Viewing 25 Viewing Advanced How to Use Menu Functions W atching V ideos and DVDs 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 [...]

26 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. 45) Contrast, Brightness, Color , T int, Sharpness Adjusts the color , brightness, etc. for each [...]

27 Advanced How to Use Menu Functions (picture, sound quality , etc.) How to Use Menu Functions (picture, sound quality , etc.) 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[...]

28 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[...]

29 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 30-33 for Setup Menu settings and additional control information. • Optional HDMI and/or optical cables are not in[...]

30 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 select next Sel[...]

31 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. 27[...]

32 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. 28 Press to exit from a menu screen Press to return to the previous screen Display the VIERA Link menu select next VIERA Link or Se[...]

33 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 [...]

34 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 [...]

35 Advanced Lock 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[...]

36 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, and other settings. Setup 1/2 Clock ANT/Cable setup Input labels Anti image retention Language A[...]

37 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[...]

38 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. 43) Select the item and set Menu Selects style and language for displaying digital Closed Caption. Primary[...]

39 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. 24 ) Select the terminal and label of the external equipment Menu Select or enter the name of th[...]

40 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. 16) The “Sleep” timer and “On / Off timer” will not work if the “Auto power on” (p. 27) is set. Press to exit from a menu screen Press to return to the previous screen Note The TV automatical[...]

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

42 Ratings List for Lock “V -chip” technology enables you to lock channels or shows according to standard ratings set by the entertainment industry . (p. 35) 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[...]

43 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[...]

44 T echnical Information Data format for SD Card 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 * DCF (Design rule for camera file system): [...]

45 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. 28) 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[...]

46 T echnical Information (Continued) 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 26 for more information 4:3 side bars Do not display a picture in 4:3 mode for an extended peri[...]

47 F AQs, etc. Care and Cleaning T echnical Information Care and Cleaning First, unplug the Power cord plug from the wall outlet. Display panel 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-free cloth in diluted mild liquid dish soap (1 part mild liquid[...]

48 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. 52) For additional assistance, please contact us via the website at: www .panasonic.com/contactinfo White spo[...]

49 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[...]

50 TC-42PC2 Power Source AC 120 V , 60 Hz Power Consumption Rated Power Consumption 235 W On mode A verage Power Consumption* 90 W Standby condition 0.5 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) 36.2 ” × 20.4 ” × 41.6 ?[...]

51 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 Plasma T elevision Limited W arranty Limited W arranty Coverage If your product does not work properly because of a [...]

52 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[...]

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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.[...]