Panasonic TXP42XT50Y User Manual

TQB0E2191U Operating Instructions Plasma Television Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product. Please read these instructions carefully before o

Identifying Controls Quick Start Guide 1 16 17 18 20 22 23 24 25 26 19 27 2 4 5 7 21 12 3 6 8 9 10 11 13 14 1510 Identifying Controls Remote Contro

Maintenance | Licence100 Maintenance First, remove the mains plug from the socket outlet. Display panel, Cabinet, Pedestal Regular care: Gently

Licence101 This product incorporates the following software or technology: (1) the software developed independently by or for Panasonic Corporation,

Specifications102 Specifications Product fiche Manufacturer Panasonic Corporation Model No. TX-P42XT50Y TX-P50XT50Y Energy efficiency class B

Specifications103 Operating conditions Temperature: 0 °C - 35 °C Humidity: 20 % - 80 % RH (non-condensing) Connection terminals AV1 input / output S

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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

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-C Network Settings]● Depending on the country you select, select your cable provider beforehand by followi

Auto Setup Quick Start Guide17 6 [Wireless] Access points found automatically are listed. 1. Select your desired access point 123Access Point AA

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 Wireless

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 Hold Freeze / unfreeze picture Display the selectable settings for the current status Confirm or change the current status instantly

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 Display Settings Preferred Subtitle Type Selects the prefer

How to Use Menu Functions45 Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Setup System Menu USB Keyboard Layout Selects the language that

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

Tuning and Editing Channels48 Tuning and Editing Channels You can retune channels or make your favourite channel lists, skip unwanted channels, etc.

Tuning and Editing Channels49 To edit Favourites list While the cursor is in the Favourites field to edit● To move the channel● To delete the ch

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

Tuning and Editing Channels51 Update DVB channel automatically [Update Channel List] You can add new channels, delete removed channels, update chann

Timer Programming52 Timer Programming Timer Programming from Menu The Timer Programming menu allows you to choose programmes that you want to remind

Timer Programming53 Set timer programming event details 1 Start making the settings 2 Select the function ([Ext Rec.] or [Reminder]) [Ext Rec.]:

Timer Programming54 To edit a timer programming event Select the event ● To change a timer programming event Correct as necessary (p. 53)● To

Child Lock55 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 Application56 Using Data Service Application You can enjoy Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV application that is one of the interacti

Using Common Interface57 Using Common Interface The Common Interface Module menu provides access to software contained on Common Interface (CI) Modu

Shipping Condition58 Shipping Condition Resets the TV to its original condition, i.e. no channels tuned in. All settings are reset (channels, pictur

Updating the TV Software59 Updating the TV Software A new version of software may be released for download to enhance the performance or operations

Accessories / Options Quick Start Guide6 Accessories / Options Standard accessories Remote Control● N2QAYB000752 Batteries for the Remote Control

Using Media Player60 Using Media Player Media Player allows you to enjoy photo, video or music recorded on an SD Card and a USB Flash Memory. VIERA

Using Media Player61 Starting Media Player 1 Insert the SD Card or USB Flash Memory to the TV (p. 60) 2 Confirm the message and start Media Play

Using Media Player62 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 Player63 To sort by folder, recorded date or recorded month 1 Display the view selection in the thumbnail view (green) 2 Select the

Using Media Player64 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 Player65 Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Slideshow Settings Screen Mode Selects enlarged or normal viewing on Sing

Using Media Player66 Video mode● Supported file format (p. 91, 92) The thumbnail of video titles in the SD Card or USB Flash Memory will be displa

Using Media Player67 Video Setup Setup the settings for Video mode.● Menu items and selectable options vary depending on the content. 1 Display

Using Media Player68 Music mode● Supported file format (p. 92) The thumbnail of music folders in the SD Card or USB Flash Memory will be displayed

Using Network Services (DLNA / VIERA Connect)69 Using Network Services (DLNA / VIERA Connect) DLNA® This TV is a DLNA Certified™ product. DLNA (Digi

Accessories / Options Quick Start Guide7 3D Eyewear● TY-ER3D4ME● TY-ER3D4SE● If you need 3D Eyewears, please purchase this optional accessory.●

Using Network Services (DLNA / VIERA Connect)70 Network connections To use only DLNA features, you can operate the features without broadband networ

Using Network Services (DLNA / VIERA Connect)71 Network Setup● Ensure the connections are completed before starting Network Setup. “Network connec

Using Network Services (DLNA / VIERA Connect)72 Wired connection settings This setting is for the network connection by using the LAN cable. 1 Sele

Using Network Services (DLNA / VIERA Connect)73 4 Select [Connection Test] and access to test Connection Test Access select access● Performs

Using Network Services (DLNA / VIERA Connect)74 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)75 Using DLNA® features● Ensure the preparation of the media server, network connections and network s

Using Network Services (DLNA / VIERA Connect)76 [Slideshow] - Slideshow completes when all photos are viewed within the list. 1 Select the photo fil

Using Network Services (DLNA / VIERA Connect)77 Option menu for each content Setup the settings for Photo, Video and Music file operations. 1 Displa

Using Network Services (DLNA / VIERA Connect)78 Audio output settings (for video contents) You can enjoy the multi-channel sound via an amplifier co

Link Functions (Q-Link / VIERA Link)79 Link Functions (Q-Link / VIERA Link) Q-Link connects the TV and DVD Recorder / VCR, and enables easy recordin

Accessories / Options Quick Start Guide8 Assembly screw (5) (black) M4 × 10 Bracket● TBL5ZA3238 Cover● TXFBL5Z0073 Base● TBL5ZX0293 (TX-P42

Link Functions (Q-Link / VIERA Link)80 VIERA Link (HDMI and Audio out connections) Connected equipment Features Player theatre with VIERA Link funct

Link Functions (Q-Link / VIERA Link)81 Q-Link Preparations● Connect the DVD Recorder / VCR with the following logos: “Q-Link”, “NEXTVIEWLINK”, “DAT

Link Functions (Q-Link / VIERA Link)82 VIERA Link “ ”∗ ∗ Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with Panasonic products which have “HDAVI Control”

Link Functions (Q-Link / VIERA Link)83 Reduce unnecessary power consumption in Standby [Standby Power Save] Set Standby Power Save [On] in the Setup

Link Functions (Q-Link / VIERA Link)84 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)85 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)86 Speaker control [Speaker Selection] You can control the theatre speaker with this TV remote control pointing

External Equipment87 External Equipment These diagrams show our recommendations for connection of your TV to various pieces of equipment. For other

External Equipment88 Rear of the TV To listen with speakers Optical digital audio cable Amplifier with speaker system To enjoy the sound from the

External Equipment89 Types of connectable equipment to each terminal Features Terminal AV1 AV2 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT ETHERNET HDMI 1 / 2 USB 1 / 2 COMPO

Accessories / Options Quick Start Guide9 Removing the pedestal from the TV Be sure to remove the pedestal in the following way when using the wall-h

Technical Information90 Technical Information Auto Aspect The optimum size and aspect can be chosen automatically, and you can enjoy finer images.

Technical Information91 Supported file format in Media Player and media servers Photo Format File extension Image resolution (pixel) Details / R

Technical Information92 Container File extension Video codec Audio codec Details / Restrictions ASF .asf .wmv DivX3 DivX4 DivX5 DivX6 MPEG4 SP/

Technical Information93 DivX DivX Certified® to play DivX® and DivX Plus® HD (H.264/MKV) video up to 1080p HD including premium content. ABOUT DIVX

Technical Information94 Devices for recording or playing back SD Card Card format: SDXC Card - exFAT SDHC Card / SD Card - FAT16 or FAT32 Comp

Technical Information95 USB connection● When using USB cables, use the supplied Ferrite core (Middle size) for each cable to comply with the EMC s

Technical Information96 Characters table for numeric buttons You can enter characters by using numeric buttons for free input items. A B C D E F G H

FAQs97 FAQs Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to resolve the problem. If the problem still persists, please

FAQs98 Problem Causes / Actions Screen Chaotic image, noisy● Set [P-NR] in the Picture Menu to remove noise. (p. 38)● Check nearby electrical pr

FAQs99 Problem Causes / Actions Network Cannot connect to the network● Check the LAN cable or Wireless Adaptor is connected properly. (p. 70)● Ch