Panasonic VIERA 50 TC-P50U50 manual

Owner ’ s Manual 50” Class 1080p Plasma HDTV (49.9 inches measured diagonally) Manual de usuario T elevisión de alta definición de 1080p y clase 50” de Plasma (49,9 pulgadas medidas diagonalmente) For assistance (U.S.A./Puerto Rico), please call: 1-877-95-VIERA (958-4372) www .panasonic.com/help For assistance (Canada), please call: 1-866-3[...]

2 This product incorporates the following software or technology: (1) the software developed independently by or for Panasonic Corporation, (2) the software owned by third party and licensed to Panasonic Corporation, (3) the software based in part on the work of the Independent JPEG Group, (4) the software developed by the FreeT ype Project, (5) op[...]

3 Basic Advanced Support Information Getting started VIERA Link™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. 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. SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD- 3C, LLC. “A VCHD” and the “A VCHD” l[...]

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 ● In the unlikely event that you receive a shock from this product, it is possible that your household outlet may be wired improperly . Have an electrician verify that the TV’ s outlet is properly wired. If the symptom persists, have the TV serviced by a qualified authorized technician. ● T o prevent the spread of fire, keep candles or othe[...]

6 CEA CHILD SAFETY NOTICES W ARNING Flat panel displays are not always 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[...]

7 Getting started Accessories/Optional Accessory Accessories/Optional Accessory Accessories Remote Control T ransmitter N2QA YB000706 Batteries for the Remote Control T ransmitter (2) AA Battery Power cord Accessories Check you have all the items shown. Quick start guide Owner ’ s Manual Product Registration Card (U.S.A.) Child safety Optional Ac[...]

8 Accessories Assembly screws (4 of each) A XYN5+F18FN size (M5 × 18) (Silver) B THEL080N size (M5 × 30) (Black) Poles (2) (L) TBLA3680 (R) TBLA3679 L R L or R is printed at the bottom of the poles. Base (1) TBL5ZX0337 Attaching the pedestal to TV ■ Assembling the pedestal Fix securely with assembly screws A (T otal 4 screws). Tighten screws fi[...]

9 Getting started Accessories/Optional Accessory Power cord connection T o attach T o remove Insert it firmly until the tabs on both sides click into place. Keep pushing both sides until they snap and pull. Attaching Ferrite Core Be sure to attach the provided ferrite core to the HDMI cable/USB cable (not supplied) to reduce interference or electri[...]

10 Connections Connection Panels Power Cord (Connect after all the other connections have been made.) VHF/UHF Antenna • NTSC (National T elevision System Committee): A TSC (Advanced T elevision Systems Committee): Digital TV Standards include digital high-definition television (HDTV), standard-definition television (SDTV), data broadcasting, mult[...]

11 Getting started Connections A V cable connection Audio connection Best Good Basic (Not HD) T o use HDMI terminals L R ● VIERA Link connection, please refer to p. 23 HDMI A V OUT HDMI-DVI Conversion cable DVI OUT AUDIO OUT e.g. Blu-ray Disc player e.g. Blu-ray Disc player A V Equipment A V Equipment Connect to Audio input terminal HDMI connecti[...]

12 Front of the TV Back of the TV Remote control sensor within about 23 feet (7 meters) in front of the TV set C.A.T .S. sensor Plasma C.A.T .S. (Contrast Automatic T racking System) Power indicator (on: red, off: no light) • An image of the control panel is displayed on the screen while using it. Changes the input mode Chooses Menu and Submenu e[...]

13 Getting started First T ime Setup Identifying Controls or T urn the TV on with the POWER button or (Remote) (TV) Setup the following items ● Select your language ● Select your viewing mode (Be sure to select “ Home Use”) If you select “ Store Demonstration” by mistake, confirmation screen will be displayed. T o display the “Set vie[...]

14 W atching TV T urn power on (TV) or (Remote) Note Please select correct input --> (p. 16) Select a channel number up down or • CH buttons are also available on the side of the TV . [For Cable/Satellite box connection] - Use your connected box’s remote control. T o directly enter a digital channel number When tuning to a digital channel, p[...]

15 Basic W atching TV Change aspect ratio and Zoom the picture ■ Press FORMA T to cycle through the aspect modes (p. 30) • 480i, 480p: FULL/JUST/4:3/ ZOOM • 1080p, 1080i, 720p: FULL/H-FILL/JUST/4:3/ZOOM Use when the picture does not fill the whole screen (bars appear on either side of the image) or portions of the picture is trimmed. Note 1. [...]

16 W atching content from external devices With the connected equipment turned On Display the Input select menu Select the input mode Input select ANT/Cable In 1 2 3 4 HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Comp./Video GAME Not used (example) Input label select enter or HDMI 1 GAME T erminal (example) Label Set ANT/Cable in (p. 27) Enable Inputs Edit labels Input labels (P[...]

17 Basic Using Media player W atching content from external devices Using Media player Y ou can view still and motion images and play music saved on a USB flash memory and an SD card. Basic features for Media player ■ A vailable contents and features Option menu Photos --> p. 19-20 Videos --> p. 21 Music --> p. 21 Displays data informati[...]

18 Viewing Contents Insert Media (SD card or USB flash memory) • Auto play setting Setup > Advanced setup > Image viewer auto play Display Media player Select Drive and Media (Display connected drive) Media player SD memory card Drive select OK RETURN Select select OK Media player Photos Videos Music SD memory card Media select OK RETURN Se[...]

19 Basic Using Media player Photos view [Photos thumbnail] s o t o h p l l A Photos r e y a l p a i d e M Media select Slideshow Drive select Info SD memory card OK Select RETURN Sort OPTION [Features] ● Slideshow setting ● Sort ● Drive select ● Media select [Photos playback screen] Next Rotate RETURN Single view Stop Prev. Single view Slid[...]

20 Slideshow Display “Slideshow settings” s o t o h p l l A o t o h P r e y a l P a i d e M Media select Slideshow Drive select Info SD memory card OK Select RETURN Sort OPTION Select Change RETURN Off Off Off Normal Off Normal On Slideshow settings Frame Start Slideshow Photo effect Transition effect Photo size Burst playback Display interval [...]

21 Basic Using Media player Videos view [Videos thumbnail] Titles/Folders view Videos r e y a l p a i d e M 2009_9 Nature2 Nature3 Nature4 Nature5 Nature6 2009_4 2009_7 Trip1 Trip2 Trip3 Trip4 Trip5 Room Nature1 Media select Play Drive select Info SD memory card OK Select RETURN OPTION [Features] ● Play ● Drive select ● Media select [Videos p[...]

22 Simultaneously control all Panasonic “HDA VI Control” equipped components using one button on the TV remote. Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with compatible Panasonic products. This TV supports “HDA VI Control 5” function. Connections to equipment (Blu-ray Disc player , DVD recorder DIGA, HD Camcorder , Home theater system, Ampli[...]

23 VIERA Link TM “HDA VI Control TM ” Advanced VIERA Link™ Connections (with VIERA Link function) ■ T erminal overview Back of the TV ■ Connecting Blu-ray Disc player/DVD Recorder (DIGA) Blu-ray Disc player/DVD recorder (DIGA) with VIERA Link function HDMI cable ■ Connecting Home theater system/A V amp HDMI 2 is recommended. No optical [...]

24 VIERA Link settings and Available features T o use all VIERA Link functions: After everything is connected, in VIERA Link settings menu, set “VIERA Link” to “On”. Some features are disabled depending on the “HDA VI Control” version of the equipment. Please check the list (p. 22) Select “VIERA Link settings” Menu Picture Setup Aud[...]

25 VIERA Link TM “HDA VI Control TM ” Advanced Automatic Input Switching 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. Po[...]

26 VIERA Link menu and Available features Some features are disabled depending on the “HDA VI Control” version of the equipment. Please check the list (p. 22) Display the VIERA Link menu select next Menu Picture Setup Audio Closed Caption Timer Lock Setup 1/2 Input labels Anti image retention VIERA Link menu VIERA Link settings Channel surf mod[...]

27 Editing and Setting Channels Auto program (Set automatically) Automatically searches and adds available channels to the memory . Select “ANT in” Select “Cable” or “Antenna” Or select “Not used”. Select “Auto program” next select Audio Timer Menu Picture Cable ANT/Cable setup ANT in Auto program Manual program Signal meter Sel[...]

28 Manual program ( Set manually) Use this procedure when changing the channel setup or changing the channel display . Also, use this to add or skip channels from the channel list manually . Y ou can select a channel tuning mode (Digital only/Analog only) in “Channel surf mode” Select “Edit” Manual program Edit Cancel Apply Caption Favorite[...]

29 How to Use Menu Functions Editing and Setting Channels 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. Display the menu RETURN Customize label Menu Picture Setup Select or enter the name of the device connected to the HDMI 1 terminal. Audio C[...]

30 Ratings List for parental control “V -chip” technology enables you to lock channels or shows according to standard ratings set by the entertainment industry . NR Not Rated. G All children and General Audience. PG Parental Guidance suggested. PG-13 Parental Guidance for children under 13. R Restricted Viewing, parental guidance is suggested f[...]

31 Support Information 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. Data format information Compatible Data format for Media player ( SD card/ USB flash memory) Media Comp[...]

32 Cautions when handling SD Cards 2.1 mm 32 mm 24 mm ● Use an SD Card which meets SD standards. If not, it may cause the TV to malfunction. ● Do not remove the card while the unit is accessing data (this can damage card or unit). ● Do not touch the terminals on the back of the card. ● Do not subject the card to high pressure or impact. ●[...]

33 Support Information DIGIT AL AUDIO OUT terminal 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 may operate and disable optical output. ● W[...]

34 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 , after cleaning up the dust, soak a soft, lint-free cloth in diluted, m[...]

35 Support Information Questions Answers Picture Frequently Asked Questions (F AQ) 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, visit the Panasonic website for further assistance. (see cover) Frequently Asked Questions (F AQ) C[...]

36 Other Questions Answers Sound Why is there no sound coming from the TV? Make sure the volume is up and MUTE is off. Confirm the TV speakers are set to ON by pressing MENU and selecting “Audio” --> “Advanced audio”. Check that the correct SAP (Secondary Audio Program) is selected by pressing the SAP button on the remote control. (p. 14[...]

37 Support Information Specifications TC-P50U50 Power Source AC 120 V , 60 Hz Power Consumption (Rated power / Standby power) 332 W / 0.2 W Display Panel Panel System Plasma Display panel Screen size 50 ” class (49.9 inches measured diagonally) W × H × Diagonal 43.5 ” × 24.4 ” × 49.9 ” (1,105 mm × 622 mm × 1,268 mm) Number of pixels 1[...]

38 Index A Accessories ............................................................. 7 Ant/Cable ............................................................... 27 Antenna ................................................................. 10 Auto Program ......................................................... 27 B Battery .........................[...]

39 Support Information Limited W arranty (for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico only) Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America, Division of Panasonic Corporation 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[...]

40 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[...]

41 Support Information 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 agre[...]

TC-P50U50 50" Plasma HDTV SPECIFICA TIONS DIMENSIONS JACKS T op View Front View Back View Note: T o make sure that the Plasma T elevision fits the cabinet properly when a high degree of precision is required, we recommend that you use the Plasma T elevision itself to make the necessary cabinet measurements. Panasonic cannot be responsible for [...]

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.[...]