Panasonic TC-50PX14 User Manual

TMQuick Start Guide(See page 8-18)Guía de inicio rápido (vea la página 8-18)Operating Instructions42”/50” Class 720p Plasma HDTV(41.6/49.9 inches mea

10Accessories/Optional Accessory (Continued)AC cord connectionAntenna terminal Pin terminals HDMI terminalgreenblueredgreen Firmly tighten by hand. Ma

11Quick Start Guide Basic Connection (Antenna + TV) Accessories/Optional AccessoryTo connect the antenna terminal and Cable BoxANT OUTANT INVIDEOAUDIO

12To connect the antenna terminal and DVD recorder or VCRANT OUTANT INCOMPONENTINVIDEO IN 112VIDEOS VIDEOAUDIORPRPBYLRPRPBYLRLHDMI 1 HDMI 2VIDEOAUDIOR

13Quick Start Guide Basic Connection (TV + DVD Recorder or VCR + Satellite Receiver)(TV + DVD Recorder or VCR)To connect the antenna terminal and Sat

14High-DefinitionStandard-DefinitionNote Some programs contain a copyright protection signal to prevent recording. When the copyright protection prog

15Quick Start Guide Identifying Controls Basic Connection (AV cable connections)Remote controlSwitches TV On or Off (Standby)Changes the input mode (p

16First Time Setup“First time setup” is displayed only when the TV is turned on for the first time after the power cord is inserted into a wall outlet

17Quick Start Guide First Time Setup Press to exit from a menu screenNote To change setting (Language/Clock/ANT/Cable setup/Input labels) later, go

18 Press to exit from a menu screenNote About broadcasting systems Analog (NTSC): Conventional broadcasting Digital (ATSC): New programming tha

19Quick Start GuideViewing Watching TV First Time SetupWatching TVConnect the TV to a cable box/cable, set-top-box, satellite box or antenna cable (p.

2HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.VIERA Link™ is a trademark

20Watching TVWatching TV (Continued) Other Useful Functions (Operate after )InformationRecall Displays or removes the channel banner.15-2 12:30 PM3

21Viewing Using VIERA TOOLS Watching TVUsing VIERA TOOLSVIERA TOOLS are the easy way to access high use menu items. They are displayed as shortcut ico

22Viewing from an SD CardYou can view photos taken with a digital camera or digital video camera and saved on an SD card.(Media other than SD Cards ma

23Viewing Viewing from SD CardSD Card Insert the card Remove the cardLabel surfacePush until a click is heard Press in lightly on SD Card, then relea

24Watching Videos and DVDsIf you have applicable equipment connected to the TV, you can watch videos and DVDs on the TV’s screen.Input SelectYou can s

25Viewing Watching Videos and DVDsVIERA LinkTM SettingIf you connect equipment that has the “HDAVI Control” function to a TV using an HDMI cable, you

26Displaying PC Screen on TVThe screen of the PC connected to the unit can be displayed on the TV.You can also listen to PC sound with the audio cable

27Viewing Displaying PC Screen on TV PC menu setting (change as desired) Making settings “How to Use Menu Functions” to (p. 28) Menu Item Adjus

28MenuItemVIERA LinkVIERA Link control Speaker outputPictureReset to defaultsPicture modeContrast, Brightness,Color, Tint, SharpnessColor temp.C.A.T.S

29Advanced How to Use Menu Functions(picture, sound quality, etc.) In AV mode, the Audio menu and Setup menu give fewer options.Adjustments/Configurat

3Viewing Advanced FAQs, etc.Quick Start GuideThis product qualifies for ENERGY STAR in the “Home use” setting and this is the setting in which energy

30Menu ItemSetup SUB MENUChannel surf modeSet favoriteEdit CH captionSignal meterMenuItemSetupChannel surf modeLanguageClockANT/Cable setupConnected d

31Advanced How to Use Menu Functions(picture, sound quality, etc.)Adjustments/Configurations (alternatives)Sets the mode to select the channel with Ch

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

33Advanced VIERA LinkTM “HDAVI ControlTM”COMPONENTINVIDEO IN 112VIDEOS VIDEOAUDIORPRPBYLRPRPBYLRLHDMI 1 HDMI 2COMPONENTINVIDEO IN 112VIDEOS VIDEOAUDIO

34VIERA LinkTM “HDAVI ControlTM” AutomaticInputSwitchingPower on linkPower off linkStand-by power save (for “HDAVI Control 4” (with quick start mode)

35Advanced VIERA LinkTM “HDAVI ControlTM”(Continued)At the start of the DIGA, Player theater, or RAM theater playback, the TV’s input automatically sw

36VIERA LinkTM “HDAVI ControlTM” You can enjoy more convenient operation with the “HDAVI Control” function in the “VIERA Link” menu.For more details o

37Advanced VIERA LinkTM “HDAVI ControlTM”(Continued)You can select Home theater or TV speakers for audio output.Control theater speakers with the TV’s

38LockYou can lock specified channels or shows to prevent children from watching objectionable content. Press to exit from a menu screen Caution Make

39Advanced Lock To select the channel or the rating of the program to be lockedChannel lockSelect up to 7 (1-7) channels to be blocked. These channel

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

40Editing and Setting ChannelsThe current channel settings can be changed according to your needs and reception conditions. Press to exit from a menu

41Advanced Editing and Setting ChannelsAutomatically searches and adds available channels to the memory. Select “ANT in” Select Cable or Antenna.

42Closed Caption Closed CaptionDisplayClosed CaptionThe television includes a built-in decoder that is capable of providing a text display of the audi

43Advanced Input Labels Closed CaptionInput LabelsInput labelsDisplaylabels ofConnected devicesDevices connected to external input terminals can be la

44Using TimerThe TV can automatically turn On/Off at the designated date and time. The Clock must be set before On time/Off time settings. (p. 17) The

45Advanced Recommended AV Connections Using TimerCOMPONENTINVIDEO IN 112VIDEOS VIDEOAUDIORPRPBYLRPRPBYLRLHDMI 1 HDMI 2VIDEOS VIDEOAUDIORPRPPBYLRecomme

46Ratings List for Lock“V-chip” technology enables you to lock channels or shows according to standard ratings set by the entertainment industry. (p.

47FAQs, etc. Technical Information Ratings List for LockTechnical InformationClosed Caption (CC) For viewing the CC of digital broadcasting, set the a

48Technical Information Message MeaningSD card slot is empty. The card is not inserted.No photos The card has no data or this type of data is not supp

49FAQs, etc. Technical Information(Continued)VIERA LinkTM “HDAVI ControlTM” HDMI connections to some Panasonic equipment allow you to interface autom

5 WARNINGSmall parts can present choking hazard if accidentally swallowed.Keep small parts away from young children.Discard unneeded small parts and

50Technical Information (Continued)4:3 side barsDo not display a picture in 4:3 mode for an extended period, as this can cause “Image retention” to re

51FAQs, etc. Care and Cleaning Technical Information167839451015141312112Care and CleaningFirst, unplug the Power cord plug from the wall outlet.Displ

52FAQBefore requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to resolve the problem.If the problem still persists, please contact y

53FAQs, etc. Frequently Asked QuestionsIf there is a problem with your TV, please refer to the table below to determine the symptoms, then carry out t

54TC-42PX14 TC-50PX14Power SourceAC 120 V, 60 HzPowerConsumptionMaximum 286 W 399 WStandby condition 0.3 W 0.3 WPlasma Display panelDrive method AC ty

55FAQs, etc. Limited Warranty (for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico only) SpecificationsLimited Warranty (for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico only)Limited Warranty Cover

56Customer Services Directory (for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico)Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto Rico)Obtain Product Information and Op

57FAQs, etc. Limited Warranty (for Canada) Customer Services Directory (for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico)Limited Warranty (for Canada)Panasonic Canada Inc.P

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

6 CEA CHILD SAFETY NOTICES: Flat panel displays are not always supported on the proper stands orinstalled according to the manufacturer’s recomme

7 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 malf

8Accessories/Optional AccessoryAccessoriesCheck you have all the items shown.Remote ControlTransmitter N2QAYB000321Batteries for theRemote ControlTran

9Quick Start Guide Accessories/Optional AccessoryAccessoriesAssembly screws (4 of each) AM5 x 18 (Silver)BM5 x 25 (Black)Poles (2)LR L or R is printe