Panasonic TCP42ST30 User Manual

Owner’s Manual42”/46”/50”/55” Class 1080p Plasma HDTV(41.6/46.0/49.9/55,1 inches measured diagonally)Manual de usuarioTelevisión de alta definición de

10WarningDo not disassemble or modify the pedestal. Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result.CautionDo not u

11Getting started Connections Accessories/Optional Accessories ConnectionsConnection PanelsPower Cord(Connect after all the other connections have bee

12 AV cable connection Audio connectionBestGoodBasic(Not HD) To use HDMI terminalsLR ●VIERA Link connection, please refer to p. 33 ●The HDMI connec

13Getting started Identifying Controls ConnectionsIdentifying ControlsNote ●The TV consumes a small amount of electric energy even when turned off. ●D

14 First Time SetuporTurn the TV On with the POWER buttonor(Remote)(TV)Configure your viewing mode Select your languageLanguage / Idioma / LangueEngl

15Getting started First Time Setup Press to exit from a menu screen Press to go back to the previous screenNote About broadcasting systems Analog (N

16 Press to exit from a menu screen Press to go back to the previous screenLabel the inputs for easy identification (Label inputs)To name each input

17Getting started First Time Setup Press to exit from a menu screen Press to go back to the previous screen Adjust the Clock (Set clock) When done,

18 About wireless LAN ●To use the Wireless LAN Adapter, an access point needs to be obtained.For the additional information for Wireless LAN Adapter

BasicGetting started19 Watching TV First Time Setup Watching TVTurn power on(TV)or(Remote)Note Please select correct input --> (p. 23) VIERA Co

2 Do not display a still picture for a long timeThis causes the image to remain on the plasma screen(“Image retention”). This is not considered a mal

20Change aspect ratio and Zoom the picture Press FORMAT to cycle through the aspect modes (p. 55)• 480i, 480p: FULL/JUST/4:3/ ZOOM• 1080p, 1080i,

21Basic Watching TV Other Useful operationsEntering charactersYou can use the remote control keys to enter the alphanumeric characters. Switches inp

22Using VIERA TOOLS Press to exit from a menu screen Press to go back to the previous screen Display VIERA TOOLSSelect the item select nextSet each

23Basic Watching content from external devices Using VIERA TOOLSWith the connected equipment turned OnDisplay the Input select menuSelect the input m

24Precautions for Viewing 3D Images Infra-red receiver section Do not soil the infra-red receiver section or attach stickers etc. to it.• Doing so m

25Basic Viewing 3D images on TVChange the view 3D⇔2D Simply switches 3D ⇔ 2D images (Auto mode) ● Switches to Manual mode (see below)3D format sele

26Using Media playerYou 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

27Basic Using Media player Viewing Contents Press to exit from a menu screen Press to go back to the previous screen Insert Media (SD card or USB fl

28 Photos view[Photos thumbnail]sotohp llAPhotos reyalp aideMMedia selectSlideshow Drive selectInfoSD memory cardOKSelectRETURNSortSUB MENU[

29Basic Using Media playerSort Display “Sort select” menu and select item select OKFoldersSort by dateSort by month Displayed each viewSort by Date24/

3Basic Advanced Support InformationGetting startedVIERA Link™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation.HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimed

30 Videos view[Videos thumbnail]Titles/Folders viewVideos reyalp aideM2009_9Nature2 Nature3 Nature4 Nature5 Nature6 2009_4 2009_7Trip1 Trip2

31Basic Using Media player Music view[Music thumbnail]FoldersMy Music_1 My Music_2 My Music_3Media player MusicMedia selectPlay Folder Drive

32 VIERA LinkTM “HDAVI ControlTM”Simultaneously control all Panasonic “HDAVI Control” equipped components using one button on the TV remote.Enjoy add

33Advanced VIERA LinkTM “HDAVI ControlTM” VIERA Link™ Connections (with VIERA Link function) Terminal overviewBack of the TV Connecting DVD Recorder

34 VIERA Link settings and Available featuresTo use all VIERA Link functions: After everything is connected, in VIERA Link settings menu, set “VIERA L

35Advanced VIERA LinkTM “HDAVI ControlTM”Automatic Input SwitchingWhen using a Blu-ray Disc player, DVD player/recorder or Home theater system, the TV

36 VIERA Link menu and Available featuresSome features are disabled depending on the “HDAVI Control” version of the equipment. Please check the list (

37Advanced VIERA LinkTM “HDAVI ControlTM”Speaker controlYou can select the Home theater or TV speakers for audio output.Control the theater speakers w

38Using Network servicesAvailable Network service and features VIERA Connect p. 43Easily expandable cloud-based services and carefully selected a

39Advanced Using Network services Network ConnectionsContact your Broadband service providerNOTICE: If you don’t have Internet service by your local p

4 Safety PrecautionsWARNING:To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.Do not place liquid contain

40 Network settingsThis is a setting for connecting to a broadband environment. Press to exit from a menu screen Press to go back to the previous sc

41Advanced Using Network servicesWireless network (Wireless network setting) Sets / Changes wireless network setting Press “Wireless network” and dis

42Network link Edit the name of this TVSets your favorite name for this TV. This name will be used to display the name of this TV on the screen of th

43Advanced Using Network servicesOther settingsIn Display “Menu” Select the item select OKMenuPictureAudio3D settingsVIERA Link Set Adjust the Pict

44Using DLNA featureYou can share the contents (Photo, Video, Music etc.) stored in DLNA Certified media server with your home network system. Press

45Advanced Using Network services Press to exit from a menu screen Press to go back to the previous screenPreparations ●Network connections (p. 39)

46Editing and Setting Channels Auto program (Set automatically)Automatically searches and adds available channels to the memory. Select “ANT in” S

47Advanced Editing and Setting ChannelsManual program ( Set manually)Use this procedure when changing the channel setup or changing the channel displa

48 How to Use Menu FunctionsVarious menus allow you to set the picture, sound, and other functions so that you can enjoy watching TV best suited for y

49Advanced How to Use Menu Functions ● “Reset to default” will be grayed out if no changes are made in the following menus: “Picture”, “Pro settings”,

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 w

50Settings Items Item DescriptionHDMI settings HDMI/DVI RGB range (HDMI 1-3)Auto/Standard (16-235)/NonstandardPrevents the blown out highlights and bl

51Advanced How to Use Menu Functions Audio settingsAdjust Audio qualitySettings Items Item DescriptionReset to defaultsResets Bass, Treble, and Balan

52 LockLocks specified channels or shows to prevent children from watching objectionable content.You will be asked to enter your password each time y

53Advanced How to Use Menu Functions SetupOther function settingsSettings Items Item Description3D settings See p.25 for more detail. Channel surf mod

54 Ratings List for parental control“V-chip” technology enables you to lock channels or shows according to standard ratings set by the entertainment i

55Support Information Technical Information Aspect Ratio (FORMAT)Press the FORMAT button to cycle through the aspect modes. This lets you choose the a

56 Data format information ●Compatible Data format for Media player (SD card/USB flash memory)/DLNA p. 30DCF (Design rule for camera file system):

57Support InformationVIERA LinkTM “HDAVI ControlTM” HDMI connections to some Panasonic equipment allow you to interface automatically. (p. 33) ●This

584:3 side barsDo not display a picture in 4:3 mode for an extended period, as this can cause “Image retention” to remain on either or both sides of t

59Support InformationQuestions AnswersPicture Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)If there is a problem with your TV, please refer to the table below to d

6CEA CHILD SAFETY NOTICESWARNINGFlat panel displays are not always supported on the proper stands or installed according to the manufacturer’s recomme

60Questions AnswersSound OtherWhy is there no sound coming from the TV? Make sure the volume is up and MUTE is off. Confirm the TV speakers are set

61Support Information Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)Questions AnswersNetworking 3DHow do I get VIERA Connect to work on my TV?1. You need a broadb

62TC-P42ST30 TC-P46ST30Power Source AC 120 V, 60 HzPowerConsumptionRated Power Consumption295 W 301 WStandby condition 0.2 W 0.2 WPlasma Display panel

63Support Information SpecificationsTC-P50ST30 TC-P55ST30Power Source AC 120 V, 60 HzPowerConsumptionRated Power Consumption341 W 397 WStandby conditi

64Wireless LAN AdapterPower supplyDC 5V (USB powered) 500mAAntennaTx 1, Rx 2InterfaceUSB 2.0Standard ComplianceIEEE802.11n / IEEE802.11a / IEEE802.11g

65Support Information Index SpecificationsIndex A Accessories ... 8Ant/Cable ...

66 Limited Warranty (for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico only)PANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY,DIVISION OFPANASONIC CORPORATION OF NORTH AMERICAOne Panas

67Support Information Customer Services Directory (for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico) Limited Warranty (for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico only) Customer Services Di

68 Limited Warranty (for Canada)Panasonic Canada Inc.5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3PANASONIC PRODUCT – LIMITED WARRANTYPanasonic Cana

62TC-P42ST30 TC-P46ST30Power Source AC 120 V, 60 HzPowerConsumptionRated Power Consumption295 W 301 WStandby condition 0.2 W 0.2 WPlasma Display panel

7FCC STATEMENTThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for an Other Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC R

63Support Information SpecificationsTC-P50ST30 TC-P55ST30Power Source AC 120 V, 60 HzPowerConsumptionRated Power Consumption341 W 397 WStandby conditi

69Support Information Limited Warranty (for Canada)Note

Customer’s RecordThe model number and serial number of this product can be found on its back cover. You should note this serial number in the space pr

8Accessories/Optional Accessories AccessoriesRemote Control Transmitter N2QAYB000571Batteries for theRemote ControlTransmitter (2) AA BatteryAC cordAc

9Getting started Accessories/Optional AccessoriesAccessoriesAssembly screws A XYN5+F20FN (for 42”/46”/50”) size (M5 × 20) (Silver) (4) THEL090N (fo