Panasonic TXP55ST50J Operations Instructions

TQB0E2273U Operating Instructions Plasma Television Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product. Please read these instructions carefully before o

Identifying Controls Quick Start Guide 1 15 18 20 21 22 23 24 17 25 2 4 6 19 11 3 5 7 8 9 10 12 13 14 1610 Identifying Controls Remote Control 1 St

Technical Information100 Container File extension Video codec Audio codec Details / Restrictions ASF .asf .wmv DivX3 DivX4 DivX5 DivX6 MPEG4 SP

Technical Information101 DivX DivX Certified® to play DivX® and DivX Plus® HD (H.264/MKV) video up to 1080p HD including premium content. ABOUT DIVX

Technical Information102 USB Flash Memory (for playing back in Media Player) USB Flash Memory format: FAT16, FAT32 or exFAT● A USB HDD formatted

Technical Information103 Applicable HDMI features● Input audio signal: 2ch Linear PCM (sampling frequencies - 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 32 kHz)● Input v

Technical Information104 USB connection● It is recommended to connect the USB HDD, USB Flash Memory or Communication Camera to the TV’s USB ports d

FAQs105 FAQs Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to resolve the problem. If the problem still persists, pleas

FAQs106 Problem Causes / Actions Screen Chaotic image, noisy● Set [P-NR] in the Picture Menu to remove noise. (p. 38)● Check nearby electrical p

FAQs107 Problem Causes / Actions Network Cannot connect to the network● Check the LAN cable or wireless LAN is connected properly. (p. 78)● Chec

Maintenance | Licence108 Maintenance First, remove the mains plug from the socket outlet. Display panel, Cabinet, Pedestal Regular care: Gently

Licence | Specifications109 This product incorporates the following software or technology: (1) the software developed independently by or for Pa

Quick Start Guide Identifying Controls 5 6 7 3 1 4 211 Indicator / Control panel Using the On Screen Displays - Operation guide Many features availa

Specifications110 Other information Model No. TX-P42ST50J TX-P50ST50J TX-P55ST50J TX-P65ST50J Power source AC 220-240 V, 50 / 60 Hz Panel

Specifications111 Connection terminals Card slot SD Card slot × 1 Common Interface slot (complies with CI Plus) × 1 ETHERNET RJ45, IEEE802.3 10BASE-

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Basic Connection Quick Start Guide12 Basic Connection External equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this TV. Please ensure that the unit

Basic Connection Quick Start Guide13 AV devices Player / 3D compatible player TV Player / 3D-compatible player HDMI cable DVD Recorder / VCR

Basic Connection Quick Start Guide14 Network To enable the network service functions (VIERA Connect, etc.), you need to connect the TV to a broadban

Quick Start Guide Auto Setup15 Auto Setup Search and store TV channels automatically.● These steps are not necessary if the setup has been complete

Auto Setup Quick Start Guide16 5 1 DVB-S Search Mode 2 DVB-S Satellite Search Search Mode Free Channels All Channels 0% 100%Astra 19.2°EHot Bird

Auto Setup Quick Start Guide17 6 [Wired] 1. Select [Auto] Check network cable connection. Check acquired IP address. Check for devices using sa

Auto Setup Quick Start Guide18 6 [WPS(Push button)] 1. Press the WPS button on the access point until the light flashes 2. Connect the TV with t

Using “VIERA Connect”19 Using “VIERA Connect” VIERA Connect is a gateway to the internet services unique to Panasonic. VIERA Connect allows you to a

2 Do not display any still part of the image for a long period In such cases the still part of the image remains dimly on the plasma screen (“image r

Watching TV20 Watching TV Volume 1 Turn power on ● Press for about 1 second.● Mains power On / Off switch should be on. (p. 11) VIERA Connec

Watching TV21 Other useful functions Display Information banner Display Information banner ● Also appears when changing a channel. 1ZDFCoronation

Watching TV22 Display the selectable settings for the current status Confirm or change the current status instantly ● To change select access

Watching TV23 Aspect Change the aspect ratio (image size) Enjoy viewing the image at its optimum size and aspect. Programmes usually contain an “As

Using TV Guide24 Using TV Guide TV Guide - Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) provides an on-screen listing of the programmes currently broadcast and

Using TV Guide25 To the previous day (DVB) (red) To view a channel list of the selected type (DVB) (yellow) (Type list) Prog.Type All Type

Using TV Guide26 Timer Programming (DVB) The Timer Programming menu allows you to choose programmes that you want to remind watching or record to th

Viewing Teletext27 Viewing Teletext Teletext services are the text information provided by the broadcasters. The features may vary depending on the

Viewing Teletext28 FULL / TOP / BOTTOM (green) (TOP) (BOTTOM) Normal (FULL) (Expand the TOP half) (Expand the BOTTOM half) View in multi

Watching External Inputs29 Watching External Inputs Connect the external equipment (VCRs, DVD equipment, etc.) and you can watch through the input.●

3 Contents Be Sure to Read Safety Precautions ···············································4 Quick Start Guide Accessories / Options ········

Watching External Inputs30 Operating the contents or equipment with the TV remote control You can operate the contents in Media Player / media serve

Viewing 3D images31 Viewing 3D images You can enjoy viewing 3D images with contents or programmes corresponding to the 3D effect by wearing the 3D E

Viewing 3D images32 3D Eyewear (optional) ● Use the Panasonic 3D Eyewear that has this logo and supports Bluetooth® wireless technology. “Full HD

Viewing 3D images33 To view the 3D images You can enjoy the 3D images in a variety of ways. (Frame Sequential, Side by Side and Top and Bottom are t

Viewing 3D images34 To change 3D format manually When the image is not changed properly using [3D], [2D] or [2D 3D] mode, use this manual setting

Viewing 3D images35 3D Settings If the 3D images are not displayed correctly or seem unusual, adjust and setup the 3D settings. 1 Display the menu

How to Use VIERA TOOLS36 How to Use VIERA TOOLS You can access some special features easily by using the VIERA TOOLS function. 1 Display icons of

How to Use Menu Functions37 How to Use Menu Functions Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions. 1 Disp

How to Use Menu Functions38 Menu list Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Picture Viewing Mode Selects your favourite picture mo

How to Use Menu Functions39 Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Picture Advanced Settings Intelligent Frame Creation Automatically

Safety Precautions4 Safety Precautions Warning Handling the mains plug and lead● Insert the mains plug fully into the socket outlet. (If the mains

How to Use Menu Functions40 Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Sound Mode Selects your favourite sound mode [Music] / [Speech] /

How to Use Menu Functions41 Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Sound Audio Preference Selects the initial setting for audio track

How to Use Menu Functions42 Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Network Software Update Checks for available software updates fro

How to Use Menu Functions43 Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Setup Link Settings Intelligent Auto Standby Makes non-watched or

How to Use Menu Functions44 Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Setup Language OSD Language Changes language for on-screen displa

How to Use Menu Functions45 Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Setup Common Interface Sets to watch encrypted channels, etc. (p.

Retuning from Setup Menu46 Retuning from Setup Menu Automatically retune the channels received in the area.● This function is available if channel

Retuning from Setup Menu47 4 [LNB]:● If you set to [One LNB], [LNB] is not selectable.● If you set to [MiniDiSEqC] or [Single Cable], select from

Retuning from Setup Menu48 DVB-C, DVB-T, Analogue channels 1 Select DVB-C, DVB-T or Analogue (p. 20) 2 Display the menu and select [Setup] Se

Retuning from Setup Menu49 6 DVB-T: DVB-T Auto Setup All DVB-T tuning data will be erased CH 5 69626262100100CBBC ChannelBBC Radio WalesE410062 1

Safety Precautions5 Radio waves● Do not use the TV in any medical institutions or locations with medical equipment. Radio waves from the TV may inte

Tuning and Editing Channels50 Tuning and Editing Channels You can retune channels or make your favourite channel lists, skip unwanted channels, etc.

Tuning and Editing Channels51 To edit Favourites list While the cursor is in the Favourites field to edit● To move the channel● To delete the ch

Tuning and Editing Channels52 Set DVB channel manually [Manual Tuning] Normally use [Auto Setup] or [Update Channel List] to retune DVB channels. If

Tuning and Editing Channels53 Update DVB channel automatically [Update Channel List] You can add new channels, delete removed channels, update chann

Timer Programming54 Timer Programming Timer Programming from Menu The Timer Programming menu allows you to choose programmes that you want to remind

Timer Programming55 Set timer programming event details 1 Start making the settings 2 Select the function ([Ext Rec.], [USB HDD Rec.] or [Reminde

Timer Programming56 To edit a timer programming event Select the event ● To change a timer programming event Correct as necessary (p. 55)● To

Child Lock57 Child Lock You can lock specific channels / AV input terminals and control who watches them. When the locked channel / input is selecte

Using Data Service Application58 Using Data Service Application You can enjoy Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV application that is one of the interacti

Using Common Interface59 Using Common Interface The Common Interface Module menu provides access to software contained on Common Interface (CI) Modu

Accessories / Options Quick Start Guide6 Accessories / Options Standard accessories Remote Control● N2QAYB000715 Batteries for the Remote Control

Shipping Condition60 Shipping Condition Resets the TV to its original condition, i.e. no channels tuned in. All settings other than [USB HDD Setup]

Updating the TV Software61 Updating the TV Software A new version of software may be released for download to enhance the performance or operations

Advanced Picture Settings62 Advanced Picture Settings You can adjust and setup the detailed picture settings for each input and Viewing Mode.● To u

USB HDD Recording63 USB HDD Recording You can record the digital TV programmes to the connected USB HDD and enjoy playing back in various ways.● An

USB HDD Recording64 Setup the USB HDD [USB HDD Setup] All the USB devices recognised as a mass storage device will be listed.● You can only choose

USB HDD Recording65 One touch direct TV recording - What you see is What you record [One Touch Recording] Records the current programme in the USB H

Using Media Player66 Using Media Player Media Player allows you to enjoy photo, video or music recorded on an SD Card and a USB Flash Memory, and co

Using Media Player67 Starting Media Player 1 Insert the SD Card or USB Flash Memory to the TV (p. 66)● To play back contents in the USB HDD, che

Using Media Player68 Change the contents You can switch to the other mode of Media Player from the thumbnail view.● The mode can be switched in the

Using Media Player69 To sort by folder, recorded date or recorded month 1 Display the view selection in the thumbnail view (green) 2 Select the

Accessories / Options Quick Start Guide7 Warning● Using other wall-hanging brackets, or installing a wall-hanging bracket by yourself have the risk

Using Media Player70 To enjoy the saved 3D photos Saved 3D photos are displayed in the Thumbnail screen. Wear the 3D Eyewear and enjoy the 3D pho

Using Media Player71 Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Slideshow Settings Screen Mode Selects enlarged or normal viewing on Sing

Using Media Player72 Video and Recorded TV mode● Supported file format (p. 99, 100) Video mode (For SD Card / USB Flash Memory) The thumbnail of

Using Media Player73 Video Setup Setup the settings for Video mode.● Menu items and selectable options vary depending on the content. 1 Display

Using Media Player74 Playback from the list 1 Select the content 2 Start playback ● If you stopped the last playback on the way, the confirmat

Using Media Player75● To repeat between the starting point “A” and finishing point “B” Set “A” and “B” in order (blue) • The points will be reset b

Using Media Player76 Music mode● Supported file format (p. 100) The thumbnail of music folders in the SD Card or USB Flash Memory will be displaye

Using Network Services (DLNA / VIERA Connect)77 Using Network Services (DLNA / VIERA Connect) DLNA® This TV is a DLNA Certified™ product. DLNA (Dig

Using Network Services (DLNA / VIERA Connect)78 Network connections To use only DLNA features, you can operate the features without broadband networ

Using Network Services (DLNA / VIERA Connect)79 Network Setup● Ensure the connections are completed before starting Network Setup. “Network connec

Accessories / Options Quick Start Guide8 Assembly screw (black) (5) (TX-P42ST50J, TX-P50ST50J) (1) (TX-P55ST50J, TX-P65ST50J) M4 × 10 Assembly scr

Using Network Services (DLNA / VIERA Connect)80 Wired connection settings This setting is for the network connection by using the LAN cable. 1 Sele

Using Network Services (DLNA / VIERA Connect)81 4 Select [Connection Test] and access to test Connection Test Access select access● Performs

Using Network Services (DLNA / VIERA Connect)82 5 Enter the encryption key of the access point A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S TU V W X Y Z 0

Using Network Services (DLNA / VIERA Connect)83 Using DLNA® features● Ensure the preparation of the media server, network connections and network s

Using Network Services (DLNA / VIERA Connect)84 [Slideshow] - Slideshow completes when all photos are viewed within the list. 1 Select the photo fil

Using Network Services (DLNA / VIERA Connect)85 Option menu for each content Setup the settings for Photo, Video and Music file operations. 1 Displ

Using Network Services (DLNA / VIERA Connect)86 Audio output settings (for video contents) You can enjoy the multi-channel sound via an amplifier co

Link Functions (Q-Link / VIERA Link)87 Link Functions (Q-Link / VIERA Link) Q-Link connects the TV and DVD Recorder / VCR, and enables easy recordin

Link Functions (Q-Link / VIERA Link)88 VIERA Link (HDMI and Audio out connections) Connected equipment Features Player theatre with VIERA Link funct

Link Functions (Q-Link / VIERA Link)89 Q-Link Preparations● Connect the DVD Recorder / VCR with the following logos: “Q-Link”, “NEXTVIEWLINK”, “DAT

Accessories / Options Quick Start Guide9 Securing the TV Use the assembly screws (TX-P42ST50J, TX-P50ST50J) or (TX-P55ST50J, TX-P65ST50J) to fas

Link Functions (Q-Link / VIERA Link)90 VIERA Link “ ”∗ ∗ Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with Panasonic products which have “HDAVI Control”

Link Functions (Q-Link / VIERA Link)91 Reduce unnecessary power consumption in Standby [Standby Power Save] Set Standby Power Save [On] in the Setup

Link Functions (Q-Link / VIERA Link)92 Pause Live TV programme [Pause Live TV] You can pause the current TV programme and resume later. The current

Link Functions (Q-Link / VIERA Link)93 2 Select [VIERA Link Control] VIERA Link Menu Pause Live TV Direct TV Rec VIERA Link Control Speaker Selecti

Link Functions (Q-Link / VIERA Link)94 Speaker control [Speaker Selection] You can control the theatre speaker with this TV remote control pointing

External Equipment95 External Equipment These diagrams show our recommendations for connection of your TV to various pieces of equipment. For other

External Equipment96 Rear of the TV AV2 (COMPONENT / VIDEO) adaptor (supplied) To listen with speakers Optical digital audio cable Amplifier with

External Equipment97 Types of connectable equipment to each terminal Features Terminal AV1∗1 AV2∗1 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT ETHERNET HDMI 1 - 3 USB 1 / 2 C

Technical Information98 Technical Information Auto Aspect The optimum size and aspect can be chosen automatically, and you can enjoy finer images.

Technical Information99 Supported file format in Media Player and media servers Photo Format File extension Image resolution (pixel) Details /