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USER MANUAL Viera TH-50PX71E PANASONIC

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Licence

Trademark Credits

● DVB is a trademark of the DVB Digital Video Broadcasting Project (1991 to 1996).

● VGA is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.

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● S-VGA is a registered trademark of the Video Electronics Standard Association.

Even if no special notation has been made of company or product trademarks, these trademarks have been fully respected.

● HDMI, the HDMI Logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

Digital Video Broadcasting

Trade Mark of the DVB Digital Video Broadcasting Project (1991 to 1996)

TH-37PX71E Declaration of Conformity No 4481, 15 January 2007

TH-42PX71E Declaration of Conformity No 4482. 15 January 2007

TH-50PX71E Declaration of Conformity No 4483. 15 January 2007

Customer's Record

The model number and serial number of this product may be found on its rear panel. You 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 Warranty Service purposes.

Model Number Serial Number

Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

Web Site : http://www.panasonic-europe.com

© 2007 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved.

Printed in Czech Republic

Panasonic®

Operating Instructions

Plasma Television

Model No.

TH-37PX71E

TH-42PX71E

TH-50PX71E

Black-and-white photo of a lakeside scene with mountains and sun, no visible text or symbols

VIERA

Link

DV3

HDMI

1908-EDUATION MULTIMONIAL SURFACE

English

Please read these instructions before operating your set and retain them for future reference.

The images shown in this manual are for illustrative purposes only.

TQB0E0449U

Turn your own living room into a movie theatre!

Experience an amazing level of multi-media excitement

Enjoy rich multi-media Camcorder Personal computer Amplifier with Speaker system DVD Recorder Set up box VCR DVD player

Notice for DVB functions

• Any functions related to DVB (Digital Video Broadcasting) will work in areas where DVB-T (MPEG2) digital terrestrial broadcasting are received. Consult your local Panasonic dealer with coverage areas.
  ● DVB functions may not be available in some countries.
• This TV has the capability for DVB specifications. But future DVB services cannot be guaranteed.

Illustration of a bedroom scene with a bed, nightstands, and a lamp (no text or symbols)

Contents

Be Sure to Read

● Safety Precautions 4
(Warning / Caution)
Notes 5
● Maintenance 5

Quick Start Guide

●Accessories / Options 6
●Identifying Controls 7
●Basic Connection
●Auto Setup 10

Enjoy your TV!

Basic Features

● Watching TV 12
● Watching Videos and DVDs 14
Viewing Teletext 16

Advanced Features

● How to Use Menu Functions …… 18
(picture, sound quality, etc.)
● DVB Settings (DVB) 22
(pay-TV, software update, time adjustment)
● Editing Channels 24
● Tuning Channels 26 ● Postero Settings 29
- Restore Settings 25 - Input Labels 30
● Input Labels 36 ● Displaying PC Server on T1/
● Displaying PC Screen on TV 31
Q-Link Functions 32 HTML Functions 32
(HDMI terminal / VIERA Link)
● External Equipment 36

FAQs, etc.

● Technical Information 38
● FAQs 41
- Specifications 43
Licence 44

Safety Precautions

Warning Caution

Handling the mains plug and lead

• Insert the mains plug fully into the socket outlet. (If the mains plug is loose, it could generate heat and cause fire.)
• Ensure that the mains plug is easily accessible.
  ● Ensure the grounding pin on the mains plug is securely connected to prevent electrical shock.
• An apparatus with CLASS I construction shall be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.
• Do not touch the mains plug with a wet hand. (This may cause electrical shock.)
• Do not use any mains lead other than that provided with this TV. (This may cause fire or electrical shock.)
• Do not damage the mains lead. (A damaged lead may cause fire or electrical shock.)
• Do not move the TV with the lead plugged in the socket outlet.
• Do not place a heavy object on the lead or place the lead near a high-temperature object.
• Do not twist the lead, bend it excessively, or stretch it.
• Do not pull on the lead. Hold onto the mains plug body when disconnecting lead
• Do not use a damaged mains plug or socket outlet.

If you find any abnormality, remove the mains plug immediately!

AC 220-240 V 50 / 60 Hz

Front view of a blank computer monitor with no visible text or symbols on the screen.

Do not remove covers NEVER modify the TV yourself

(High-voltage components may cause serious electrical shock.)
● Have the TV checked, adjusted, or repaired at your local Panasonic dealer.

Keep liquids away from the TV

● To prevent damage which may result in fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to dripping or splashing.
- Do not place containers with water (flower vase, cups, cosmetics, etc.) above the TV. (including on shelves above, etc.)

Do not expose to direct sunlight and other sources of heat

● Avoid exposing the TV to direct sunlight and other sources of heat. To prevent fire never place any type of candle or naked flame on top or near the TV

Do not place foreign objects inside the TV

- Do not let metal or fl ammable objects drop into the TV through the air vents (fi re or electrical shock may result).

Do not place the TV on sloped

or unstable surfaces ● The TV may fall off or tip over.

Use only the dedicated stands / mounting equipment

- Using an unauthorized stand or other fixtures may make the TV shaky, risking injury. Be sure to ask your local Panasonic dealer to perform setup. - Use optional stands / mounts (p. 6).

Notes

■ When cleaning the TV, remove the mains plug

When TV will not be used for a long time, remove the mains plug ● This TV will still consume some power even in the Off mode, as long as the mains plug is still connected to a live socket outlet.
■ Transport only in upright position ● Transporting the TV with its display panel facing upright or downward may cause
■Allow suffi cient space around the TV for radiated heat Minimum distance

■ Do not block the rear air vents ● Blocked ventilation by curtains, etc. may cause overheating, fire or electrical shock.

Do not display a still picture for a long time

This causes the image to remain on the plasma
screen ("Image retention").
This is not considered a malfunction and is not covered by the warranty.
Typical still images
●Channel number and other logos
●Image displayed in 4:3 mode
Video name
●Computer image
To prevent image retention, contrast is lowered automatically after a few minutes if no signals are sent or no operations are performed. (p. 41)

■ Auto power standby function

- If no signal is received and no operation is performed in TV mode for 30 minutes, the TV will automatically go to standby mode.

■Keep the TV away from these equipment

Electronic equipment

In particular, do not place video equipment near the TV (electromagnetic interference may distort images / sound).

● Equipment with an infrared sensor

This TV also emits infrared rays (this may affect operation of other equipment).

Maintenance

First, remove the mains plug from the socket outlet.

Display panel

Regular care: Gently wipe the surface clean of dirt by using a soft cloth.

Major contamination: Wipe the surface clean using a soft cloth dampened with clean water or diluted neutral detergent by 100 times of water. Then, using a soft dry cloth, evenly wipe the surface clean until it is dry.

Caution
● The surface of the display panel has been specially treated and may be easily damaged.
Do not tap or scratch the surface with your fingernail or other hard object.
- Use care not to subject the surface to bug repellent, solvent, thinner, or other volatile substances (this may degrade surface quality).

Cabinet

Regular care: Wipe the surface clean using a soft dry cloth.

Major contamination: Dampen a soft cloth with clean water or water containing a small amount of neutral detergent. Then, wring the cloth and wipe the surface clean with it. Finally, wipe the surface clean with a dry cloth.

Caution

• Use care not to subject the TV's surfaces to detergent.
  (A liquid inside the TV could lead to product failure.)
  ● Use care not to subject surfaces to bug repellent, solvent, thinner, or other volatile substances
  (this may deteriorate the surface by peeling the paint).
• Do not allow the cabinet to make contact with a rubber or PVC substance for a long time.

Mains plug

Wipe the mains plug with a dry cloth at regular intervals. (Moisture and dust may lead to fire or electrical shock.)

Standard accessories Check that you have the accessories and items shown ✓ Remote Control Transmitter EUR7737Z50 Batteries for the Remote Control Transmitter (2) R6 (UM3) Clamper (2) Mains Lead Operating Instructions Pan European Guarantee Card Pedestal (ST-42D2-WG / ST-50D2-WG) TBL0E0009 (TH-37PX71E, TH-42PX71E) TBL0F0008 (TH-50PX71E) Read the manual of the pedestal for installation.

Installing remote's batteries

Pull open Hook Close Note the correct polarity (+ or -)

Caution
- Incorrect installation may cause battery
leakage and corrosion, resultin damage to the remote control
damage to the remote control. Do not mix old and new batteries
- Do not mix bid and new batteries. - Do not mix different battery types (such
- Do not mix different battery types (such as alkaline and manganese batteries).
- Do not use rechargeable (Ni-Cd)
batteries.
- Do not bum or breakup batteries.

Rear of the TV

- Do not bundle the RF cable
and mains lead together (could
cause distorted image).
● Fix cables with clampers as
- When using
accessory, follow the opt
assembly manual to fix cables

1. Attach the clamper
   

To remove from the TV

1. Bundle the cables
   

lo loosen:

V stand Wall-hanging
TV 537RY70WK
TH-37PX71E
- TY-S42PX70WK
(TH-42PX71E)
TV-S60RY70WK
(TH-50PX71E)

bracket
(vertical)
- TY-WK42PV3W
(angle)
• TY-WK42PR2W
• TY-WK42PR3W

Optional accessories
Pedestal
• TY-ST42D1-WG
- TY-ST42D1-WK
●TY-ST42D2-WK
(TH-37PX71E
(H-42FX71E)
- TY-S150D1-WG - LY-S150M2-WK
- TY-ST50D1-WK - TY-ST50D2-WK
T1-S150D2-WK (TH-50ZX71E)
(11406 XPE)
Caution
- In order to maintain the unit's performance and safety, be absolutely sure to ask your dealer or a licenced
contractor to secure the wall-hanging brackets
- Carefully read the instructions accompanying the plasma TV stand or pedestal, and be absolutely sure to take steps in prevent the TV from lining goes.
- Handles the TV carefully during installation.
- Handle the TV carefully during installation since subjecting it to impact of other forces may cause product damage.

Identifying ControlsAcce

Function select • Volume / Contrast / Brightness / Colour / Sharpness / Tint (NTSC mode) / Bass / Treble / Balance / Auto Setup (p. 27) Changes the input mode Increases or decreases the programme position by one. When a function is already displayed, press to increase or decrease the selected function. When in Standby mode, switches TV On. Mains power On / Off switch Remote control signal receiver DVB LED • DVB system active during Direct TV Recording (Standby): orange Power LED • Standby: red On: green

Standby On / Off switch (Switches TV On or Off standby) Changes aspect ratio (p. 13) Access VIERA Link Menu (p. 35) Programme Guide (p. 12) OK button to confirm selections and choices Press after selecting programme positions to quickly change programme. Main Menu Press to access VIERA Link, Picture, Sound and Setup menus (p. 16) Teletext (p. 16) Subtitles Showing subtitles (p. 13) Programme / channel change buttons (0-9) and Teletext page buttons, (p. 12 and p. 16) When in Standby mode, switches TV On. Programme Information (p. 13) Selects programmes in sequence VCR / DVD operations (p. 15) Panasonic TV Changes the input mode TV - switches DVB (digital broadcasting) / Analogue mode (p. 12) AV - changes AV input mode (p. 14) DIRECT TV Recording To immediately record programme in VCR / DVD recorder with Q-Link connection (p. 32) Option menu Sets the preferred settings of viewing and sound options easily (p. 13) EXIT (Returns to TV screen) Cursor buttons to make selections and adjustments Returns to the previous menu Coloured buttons used for the selection, navigation and operation of various functions Still picture (p. 13) Teletext Hold (p. 17) Teletext Index (p. 17) Sound mute On / Off Volume

Basic Connection

External equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this TV.

Please ensure that the unit is disconnected from the mains socket before attaching or disconnecting any leads.

When disconnecting the mains lead, be absolutely sure to disconnect the mains plug at the socket outlet first.

Example 1 Connecting aerial

TV only Rear of the TV AC 220-240 V 50 / 60 Hz Aerial Mains lead (supplied) RF cable TX TX Y Y P1 P2 L R X X Y X Y X Y X Y X

Example 2 Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR

TV, DVD Recorder or VCR Rear of the TV AC 220-240 V 50 / 60 Hz Aerial Mains lead (supplied) SCART cable (fully wired) DVD Recorder or VCR RF cable RF IN RF OUT RF cable

Note
- Connect to AV1 / 2 for a DVD Recorder / VCR supporting Q-Link (p. 32).

Example 3 Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR and Set top box

graph TD
    A["TV, DVD Recorder / VCR and Set top box"] --> B["Rear of the TV"]
    B --> C["Main lead (supplied)"]
    C --> D["Aerial"]
    D --> E["RF cable"]
    E --> F["Set top box"]
    C --> G["Clamper"]
    G --> H["To unfasten"]
    H --> I["AC 220-240 V 50/60 Hz"]
    C --> J["SCART cable (fully wired)"]
    J --> K["SCART cable (fully wired)"]
    K --> L["DVD Recorder or VCR"]
    L --> M["RF OUT RF IN"]
    M --> N["RF cable"]
    N --> O["Set top box"]
    O --> P["RF OUT RF IN RF IN"]
    P --> Q["RF cable"]
    Q --> R["Aerial"]
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    style B fill:#ccf,stroke:#333
    style C fill:#cfc,stroke:#333
    style D fill:#fcc,stroke:#333
    style E fill:#cff,stroke:#333
    style F fill:#ffc,stroke:#333
    style G fill:#fcf,stroke:#333
    style H fill:#cff,stroke:#333
    style I fill:#ffc,stroke:#333
    style J fill:#cfc,stroke:#333
    style K fill:#cfc,stroke:#333
    style L fill:#cfc,stroke:#333
    style M fill:#cfc,stroke:#333
    style N fill:#cfc,stroke:#333
    style O fill:#cfc,stroke:#333
    style P fill:#cfc,stroke:#333
    style Q fill:#cfc,stroke:#333
    style R fill:#cfc,stroke:#333
    style S fill:#cfc,stroke:#333

Auto Setup

Search and store TV channels automatically.

These steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed by your local dealer.

graph TD
    A["1 Plug the TV into mains socket and switch On (Takes a few seconds to be displayed)"] --> B["2 Select the language"]
    B --> C["3 Select your country"]
    C --> D["4 Start Auto Setup"]
    D --> E["5 Select the picture setting"]

    subgraph 1
        A1["Windows"] --> A2["Mac"]
        A2 --> A3["Maingate"]
        A3 --> A4["Radio"]
        A4 --> A5["Radio"]
        A5 --> A6["Radio"]
        A6 --> A7["Radio"]
        A7 --> A8["Radio"]
        A8 --> A9["Radio"]
        A9 --> A10["Radio"]
        A10 --> A11["Radio"]
        A11 --> A12["Radio"]
        A12 --> A13["Radio"]
        A13 --> A14["Radio"]
        A14 --> A15["Radio"]
        A15 --> A16["Radio"]
        A16 --> A17["Radio"]
        A17 --> A18["Radio"]
        A18 --> A19["Radio"]
        A19 --> A20["Radio"]
        A20 --> A21["Radio"]
        A21 --> A22["Radio"]
        A22 --> A23["Radio"]
        A23 --> A24["Radio"]
        A24 --> A25["Radio"]
        A25 --> A26["Radio"]
        A26 --> A27["Radio"]
        A27 --> A28["Radio"]
        A28 --> A29["Radio"]
        A29 --> A30["Radio"]
        A30 --> A31["Radio"]
        A31 --> A32["Radio"]
        A32 --> A33["Radio"]
        A33 --> A34["Radio"]
        A34 --> A35["Radio"]
        A35 --> A36["Radio"]
        A36 --> A37["Radio"]
        A37 --> A38["Radio"]
        A38 --> A39["Radio"]
        A39 --> A40["Radio"]
        A40 --> A41["Radio"]
        A41 --> A42["Radio"]
        A42 --> A43["Radio"]
        A43 --> A44["Radio"]
        A44 --> A45["Radio"]
        A45 --> A46["Radio"]
        A46 --> A47["Radio"]
        A47 --> A48["Radio"]
        A48 --> A49["Radio"]
        A49 --> A50["Radio"]
        A50 --> A51["Radio"]
        A51 --> A52["Radio"]
        A52 --> A53["Radio"]
        A53 --> A54["Radio"]
        A54 --> A55["Radio"]
        A55 --> A56["Radio"]
        A56 --> A57["Radio"]
        A57 --> A58["Radio"]
        A58 --> A59["Radio"]
        A59 --> A60["Radio"]
        A60 --> A61["Radio"]
        A61 --> A62["Radio"]
        A62 --> A63["Radio"]
        A63 --> A64["Radio"]
        A64 --> A65["Radio"]
        A65 --> A66["Radio"]
        A66 --> A67["Radio"]
        A67 --> A68["Radio"]
        A68 --> A69["Radio"]
        A69 --> A70["Radio"]
        A70 --> A71["Radio"]
        A71 --> A72["Radio"]
        A72 --> A73["Radio"]
        A73 --> A74["Radio"]
        A74 --> A75["Radio"]
        A75 --> A76["Radio"]
        A76 --> A77["Radio"]
        A77 --> A78["Radio"]
        A78 --> A79["Radio"]
        A79 --> A80["Radio"]
    end

    subgraph 2
    B1["Select the language"] --> B2["Select your country"] & B3
    end

    subgraph 3
    C1["Start Auto Setup"] & C2
    C3["Auto Setup - Digital and Analogue Programme"] & C4["Download in Progress Please Wait Programme"] & C5["Select the picture setting in Picture Menu (p. 20)"]
    end

    subgraph 4
    D1["Auto Setup will start to search for TV channels and store them. The sorted programme order depends upon the TV signal, the broadcasting system and reception conditions."] & D2"If a compatible recording equipment with Q-Link or similar technologies (p. 32) is connected, analogue channel information is automatically downloaded to the equipment.] & D3
    end

Using the On Screen Displays Many features available on this TV can be accessed via the On Screen Display menu. ■ How to use remote control MENU Open the main menu Move the cursor / select the menu Move the cursor / adjust levels / select from a range of options OK Access the menu / store settings after adjustments have been made or options have been set RETURN Return to the previous menu EXIT Exit the menu system and return to the normal viewing screen ■ ON SCREEN HELP Instructions box (example: Sound Menu) Sound Menu Base Track Source Support Out Ware Cancel MPX Base Record/Default Set Start 12.03.2017 Start 12.03.2017 Start 12.03.2017 On-screen operation guide will help you.

Note

- If tuning have failed "Auto Setup" (p. 27).

- If downloading have failed "Download" (p. 21).

- If you turned the TV Off during Standby mode last time, the TV will be in Standby mode when you turn the TV On with Mains power On / Off switch.

Watching TV

Turn power on (Press for about 1 second) ● Mains power On / Off switch should be On. Select DVB (Digital Video Broadcasting) or Analogue Information banner ● You can also select the mode using the TV button on the front panel of the TV. Select a channel up down ● To select the two or three-digit programme number, e.g. 39 (in a short time) ● To select from the Programme Guide ②select programme ①select page ③watch Volume Panasonic TV Note ● To watch pay-TV (p. 23)

■ Other useful functions (Operate after ③)

Hold Freeze / unfreeze picture Display subtitles Display / hide subtitles (if available) To change the language for DVB "Preferred Subtitles" (p. 21) (if available) STTL Display the current programme status Check or change the current programme status instantly To change → ②change ①select Subtitle Language (DVB mode) Possible if the programme has some languages of subtitles Multi Audio (DVB mode) Possible if the programme has some languages of sounds Teletext Language Setup Menu (p. 21) MPX (Analogue mode) Sound Menu (p. 20) Volume Correction Adjusts volume of individual channel or input mode Note Also possible to change the settings in Menu list (p. 20 and p. 21). Display programme information Programme Channel Current time Category DVB Programme Start: Finish the Analogus Programme Static Sound Scrambled Features available blue Weak TV signal Subtitle Off timer Stereo sound / multiple audio Information of another channel → Information on next programme → (DVB) To watch the programme listed in the banner → Information banner operation → i 1st press 2nd press 3rd press Display banner Banner + programme synopsis Exit Change the aspect ratio (p. 38) ASPECT Enjoy viewing the picture at its optimum size and aspect. To change the mode Aspect Selection list Display Aspect → During the list is displayed, → Store Selection list select the mode To change the mode using the ASPECT button only → (Press repeatedly until you reach the desired mode)

Watching Videos and DVDs

Connect the external equipment (VCRs, DVD equipment, etc.) and you can watch the input.
To connect the equipment (p. 8 and p. 9)
The Remote Control is capable of operating some functions of selected Panasonic external equipment.

1 TV AU OFF/ON/OFF/ON/OFF OK 连接器 2 3 1 2 3

Turn the TV on

■ When connecting with SCART as example 2 or 3 (p. 8 and p. 9)

→ Receives input signals automatically when playback starts
● Input signals are automatically identified by the SCART (pin 8)
terminal.
● This function is also available for HDMI connections (p. 35).

■ If input mode is not switched automatically

Perform and

● Dependant on the setup of the equipment

Display the Input select menu

Select the input mode connected to the equipment

● You can also select the input using the AV button on the remote
control or the front panel of the TV.
Press the button repeatedly until the desired input is selected.
● You can label or skip each input modes → "Input Labels" (p. 30)

View

Displays the selected mode
AV2

■ To return to TV

Note

• If the external equipment has an aspect adjustment function, set to "16:9".
• For details, see the manual of the equipment or ask your local dealer.

Panasonic equipment connected to the TV can be directly operated with the remote control.

	VCR / DVD selection buttons*Select VCR to operate Panasonic VCR or DVD equipmentSelect DVD to operate Panasonic DVD equipment or Player home theatre
[HY2]	StandbySet to Standby mode / Turn on
[W3W1]	PlayPlayback videocassette / DVD
	StopStop the operations
	Rewind / Skip / SearchVCR: Rewind, view the picture rapidly in reverseDVD: Skip to the previous track or titlePress and hold to search backward
	Fast-forward / Skip / SearchVCR: Fast-forward, view the picture rapidly forwardDVD: Skip to the next track or titlePress and hold to search forward
[OK24]	PausePause / RestartDVD: Press and hold to play at slow speed
[XX70]	Programme Up / DownSelect programme
[BYOS]	RecordStart recording

*Setting your remote control to operate Panasonic VCR, DVD, etc.

① Select the VCR or DVD button you want to set → 📋 📋
② Press and hold during the following operations

Enter the appropriate code for the equipment

to be controlled, see table below

ton

"VCR" button

Equipment	Code
VCR	10 (default)
DVD	11

Equipment	Code
DVD	70 (default)
Player home theatre	71

Note

• Confirm correct operation after the code changed.
  ● The codes will be reset to default values if batteries are replaced.
  • "DVD" means DVD player, DVD recorders and Recorder home theatre.
  ● Some operations may not be possible on some equipment models.

Viewing Teletext

You can enjoy teletext broadcasting, including news, weather forecasts and subtitles, if this service is provided by the broadcasters.

What is FLOF (FASTEXT) mode?

In FLOF mode, four differently coloured subjects are situated at the bottom of the screen. To access more information about one of these subjects, press the appropriately coloured button. This facility enables fast access to information on the subjects shown.

What is TOP mode? (in case of TOP text broadcasting)

TOP is a particular improvement of the standard teletext service that results in an easier search and effective guide.

- Fast overview of the teletext information available

- Easy to use step-by-step selection of the topical subject - Page status information at the bottom of the person

- Page status information at the bottom of the screen

Available page up / down

To select among subject blocks.

To select among objects blocks = blue

To select next subject within the subject block

(After the last subject, it moves to the next subject block.)

What is List mode?

In List mode, four differently coloured page numbers are situated at the bottom of the screen. Each of these numbers can be altered and stored in the TV's memory. ("Store frequently viewed pages", p. 17)

■ To change mode → 'Teletext' in Setup Menu (p. 21)

Switch to Teletext TEXT Displays Index (content varies depending on the broadcasters) Current page number Sub page number P100 17:51 23 Feb Time / date TELETEXT INFORMATION Colour bar Select the page up down red green yellow blue (Corresponds to the colour bar) To adjust contrast → MENU → As the blue bar is displayed To return to TV → TEXT

■ Using teletext conveniently

graph LR
    A["Reveal hidden data"] --> B["MENU"]
    B --> C["RE"]
    C --> D["Re-hide"]
    D --> E["P100 Broadcast (TOP)"]
    E --> F["(Expand the TOP half)"]
    F --> G["(BOTTOM)"]
    G --> H["Normal (FULL) Broadcast"]
    I["FULL / TOP / BOTTOM"] --> J["MENU"]
    J --> K["green"]
    K --> L["P100 Broadcast (TOP)"]
    L --> M["(Expand the BOTTOM half)"]
    M --> N["(BOTTOM)"]
    N --> O["Normal (FULL) Broadcast"]

If you wish to hold the current page without updating Stop or resume automatic updating HOLD To resume INDEX TOP / FLOF mode only Return to the main index page INDEX STTL Call up the page stored in "blue". Factory setting is "P103". (Analogue mode only) View in multi window Watch TV and Teletext in two windows at once MENU (Press twice) Select Picture and text On or Off Operations can be made only in Teletext screen. Store frequently viewed pages in the colour bar (List mode only) As page is displayed Corresponding colour button press and hold P100 Broadcast The number changes to while. ■ To change stored pages Colour button you want to change Enter new page number press and hold View sub page (Only when teletext is more than one page) <<01/02 03 04 05 Appeers at upper-left corner of the screen ■ To view specific sub page MENU Blue Broadcast Enter the 4-digit number example: P6 T0006 Sub pages: The number of sub pages varies depending on the broadcasters (up to 79 pages). It may take some time for searching, during which time you can watch TV. View the TV picture while searching for a teletext page Teletext automatically updates itself when new information becomes available. Changes to TV screen temporarily MENU yellow yellow P100 Appeers when updating is complete View the updated page (The news page provides a function that indicates arrival of latest news ("News Flash").

How to Use Menu Functions

Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions.

1 Display the menu MENU ● Displays the functions that can be set (varies according to the input signal) 2 Select the menu VIERA Main Menu VIERA Link ○ Picture ○ Sound ○ Setup (example: Picture Menu) 3 Select the item Picture Menu 1/2 Viewing Mode Control Refresher Color Balance Hot Color Balance Mode Color Management Call RGB Off (example: Picture Menu) 4 Adjust or select Picture Menu 1/2 Viewing Mode Control Refresher Color Balance Hot Color Balance Mode Color Management Call RGB Off (example: Picture Menu) ■ Choose from among alternatives Number and positions of alternatives Colour Balance Changed ■ Adjust using the slide bar Sharpness Moved ■ Go to the next screen Tuning Menu Displays the next screen ■ To change menu pages Up Down ■ To return to TV at any time EXIT ■ To return to the previous screen RETURN Note ● To initialize all settings → "Shipping Condition" (p. 29)

graph TD
    A["Setup"] --> B["Sound"]
    B --> C["Picture"]
    B --> D["VIERA Link"]
    B --> E["The menu of the accessed equipment"]
    A --> F["Setup Menu"]
    F --> G["Setup Menu"]
    F --> H["Setting Menu"]
    F --> I["Tuning Menu"]
    A --> J["Setup Menu"]
    J --> K["Setup Menu"]
    J --> L["Setting Menu"]
    J --> M["Tuning Menu"]

● Only available items can be selected.

How to Use Menu Functions

■Menu list

Menu	Item Adjustments / Confi gurations (alternatives)
VIERA Link	VIERA Link ControlSpeaker Selection	Controls the connected Panasonic equipment“Easy control only with VIERA remote control” (p. 35)“Speaker control” (p. 35)● You can also access VIERA Link Menu directly using the VIERA Link button on the remote control.
	Viewing Mode	Basic picture mode (Dynamic / Normal / Cinema)● Set for each input signal
	Contrast, Brightness, Colour, Sharpness	Adjusts colour, brightness, etc. for each picture mode to suit your taste
	Tint	Adjusts lint of image● For NTSC signal reception only
	Colour Balance	Chooses the colour balance of the entire image (Cool / Normal / Warm)
	Colour Management	Automatically adjusts colours to vivid ones (Off / On)● Not valid on PC signal
	P-NR	Picture Noise ReductionAutomatically reduces unwanted picture noise (Off / Normal / Dynamic / Auto)● Not valid on HDMI, PC signal or DVB
	MPEG NR	Automatically reduces noise for watching DTV, DVD and VCD (Off / Min / Mid / Max)
	3D-COMB	Automatically makes still pictures and slow pictures look more vivid (Off / On)● For PAL or NTSC signal reception only● Not valid on RGB, S-Video, components, PC and HDMI
	Reset to Default	Press the OK button to reset the present Picture Mode to the default settings
Sound	Mode	Basic sound mode (Music / Speech)
	Bass	Adjusts the output level of deep bass
	Treble	Adjusts the output level of high-pitch, shrill sound
	Balance	Adjusts volume level of right and left speakers
	Surround	Surround sound settings (Off / On)Provides a dynamic enhancer to simulate improved spatial effects
	Volume Correction	Adjusts volume of individual channel or input mode
	Preferred Multi Audio	Selects the preferred language for DVB multi audio (depending on the broadcaster)
	MPX	Select stereo / monaural (Mono / Stereo)● Normally: Stereo● Stereo signal cannot be received: Mono● M1 / M2: Available while mono signal is transmitted● Analogue mode only
	HDMI1 Input	Select to fit the input signal (Auto / Digital / Analogue) (p. 33)Auto : Automatic detection of digital or analogue sound sourceDigital : HDMI cable connectionAnalogue : HDMI-DVI adapter cable connection● HDMI input mode only● HDMI2 terminal is for digital signal only● No setting for HDMI2 available
	Reset to Default	Press the OK button to reset the present Sound Mode to the default settings

■ Menu list

Menu	Item Adjustments / Confi gurations (alternatives)
Setup	AV Colour System	Selects optional colour system based on video signals in AV mode (Auto / PAL / SECAM / M.NTSC / NTSC)
	DVB Profi le Edit	Creates list of favourite programmes (p. 25)
	DVB Service List	Skips the unwanted DVB channels (p. 25)
	Q-Link	Selects which AV terminal is to be used for data communication between this TV and a compatible recording equipment (AV1 / AV2) (p. 32)
	AV1 / AV2 out	Chooses the signal to be transmitted from the TV to Q-Link (Analogue / DVB / AV1 / AV2 / Monitor)● Monitor: Image displayed on screen● Component, PC and HDMI signals cannot be outputted
	Download	Downloads analogue channel information to a Q-Link compatible equipment connected to the TV
	Child Lock	Looks a programme channel to prevent access to it (p. 25)
	Auto Setup	Automatically sets the channels received in the area (p. 27)
	Analogue Programme Edit	Edits analogue channels (p. 27)
	DVB Manual Tuning	Sets the DVB channels manually (p. 28)
	Analogue Manual Tuning	Sets the analogue channels manually (p. 28)
	Add New DVB Services	Adds new DVB services (p. 28)
	New Service Message	Selects whether to give a notification message when a new DVB service is found (p. 28)
	DVB Signal Condition	Checks the DVB signal condition (p. 28)
	Off Timer	Sets the time the TV automatically turns Off (Off / 15 / 30 / 45 / 60 / 75 / 90 minutes)
	OSD Language	Changes language for on-screen displays
	Teletext Language	Selects teletext language (West / East1 / East2)● West: English, French, German, Greek, Italian, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish● East1: Czech, English, Estonian, Letish, Rumanian, Russian, Ukrainian● East2: Czech, Hungarian, Letish, Polish, Rumanian
	Preferred Subtitles	Selects the preferred language for DVB subtitles (depending on the broadcaster)● To display subtitles ep. 13
	Teletext	Teletext display mode (TOP (FLOF) / List) (p. 16)
	Shipping Condition	Resets all settings, for example, when moving house (p. 29)
	Common Interface	Uses to watch pay-TV (p. 23)
	System Update	Downloads new software to TV (p. 23)
	Power Save	Reduces brightness of picture to economise on power consumption (Off / On)
	Side Panel	Increases the brightness of the side panel (Off / Low / Mid / High)● The recommended setting is "High" to prevent panel "Image retention"
	Input Labels	Labels or skips each input terminals (p. 30)
	Banner Display Timeout	Sets how long the Information banner (p. 13) stays on screen● 0 (No display) to 10 sec. in 1-sec. increments
	VIERA Link	Sets to use VIERA Link functions (Off / On) (p. 34)
	Time Zone	Adjusts the time data (p. 23)
	Refresh Rate	Changes the image processing of the panel (depending on the input signal) (50Hz / 100Hz)● Set to "100Hz" normally
	Software License	Displays the software licence information
	System Information	Displays the system information of this TV

• A different menu will be displayed while PC is used. (p. 31)
• Only available items can be selected.

DVB Settings (DVB mode)

DVB Settings provide access to various advanced features.

If in Analogue mode Select DVB TV Display the menu MENU Select "Setup" VIFID Main Menu VERA Line Picture Sound Setup ②access ①select Select "Common Interface", "System Update" or "Time Zone" Setup Menu 203 Command Update 1x System Update Power Start Off Side Time Off Input Labels Name Display Tires 1 Pecisions Time Line On 10x Time Zone 10x Set To return to TV EXIT

The Common Interface Module menu provides access to software contained on Common Interface (CI) Modules. This TV receiver works only Pay TV modules complying with CI standard. Caution ● Turn Off Mains power On / Off switch whenever inserting or removing the CI module. ● If a view card and a card reader come as a set, first insert the card reader, then insert the view card into the card reader. ● Do not insert the module up side down. ① Insert the CI module (optional) ● The features that appear on screen are dependent on the contents of the selected CI module. ● Normally pay-TV services will appear without ② and ③. If pay-TV services does not appear, perform ② and ③. ● For more details, see the manual of the CI module, or check with the broadcaster. ② Access "Common Interface" ③ Follow the on-screen instructions example: select, go → OK → access Coloured characters → red green yellow blue ● On-screen operation guide may not correspond to the remote control buttons. Download new software to TV. ● For details (p. 39) If System Update is performed, the software will be updated (it may change TV functions). If you do not wish to do so, set "Auto Update Search in Standby" to Off. Select "Auto Update Search in Standby" and then set "On" or "Off" System Update System Update Search Now ① select ② set ③ select ■ To update immediately Select "System Update Search Now" ④ access ⑤ select Searches for an update (for several min.) and displays a corresponding message if any Download ⑥ ● Download may take for about 20 min. Set the time ⑦ set ⑧ select Auto : The time data will be adjusted according to your area automatically. Others: The time data will be corrected based on GMT.

Editing Channels

You can make your favourite channel lists, skip unwanted channels and control channel audience.

Select DVB or Analogue • "DVB Profile Edit" and "DVB Service List" are available in DVB mode only. Display the menu MENU Select "Setup" VISTA Main Menu VIE RA Line Picture Sound Setup ②access ①select Select "DVB Profile Edit", "DVB Service List" or "Child Lock" Setup Menu 102 DVB Profile List DVB Service List DUE Line Selection Child Lock Turning Menu Off Timer Off Lockdown Service Stop/Stop Condition ②access ①select To return to TV EXIT Set

List favourite channels DVB Profile Edit (DVB mode) Create your favourite channel list (Profile) from various broadcasters (up to 4: Profile 1 to 4). The list is displayed in information banner (p. 13) and then easily accessed. ① Select a channel and add it to the list To display another Profile A channel is added select To add all channels to the list green yellow ■ To edit Profile Select the field of Profile to edit and: To name the Profile To name the profile To move the channel To delete the channel Store Select the character Select the new position To delete all channels Add ✓ Add ✓ Delete (skip) You can hide unwanted services. The deleted services cannot be displayed except in this function. Use this function to skip unwanted services. Select a service and add / delete DVB Service List 70 CBO Channel 72 Canon Nalk 100 USC1 719 USC Radio Wafer 720 BBC Radio Sample 1 BSC ONE Wafer 7 BSC THREE add / delete select ✓ Add ✓ Delete (skip) You can lock specific channels and control who watches them. (When a channel is selected, a message appears; by entering the PIN number, you can watch the channel.) ① Enter the PIN number (4 digits) Enter the PIN number twice at first setting. Make a note of the PIN number in case you forget it. Select "Service List" ② Select "Service List" ③ Select the channel to be locked ④ select ⑤ set ⑥ select Appears when the channel is locked To cancel To cancel all channels To cancel all channel locks ■ To change the PIN number Select "Change PIN" in ② and enter a new PIN number twice. Note Setting "Shipping Condition" (p. 29) erases the PIN number and all settings.

Tuning Channels

You can re-tune all TV channels when moving house or search for new services which may have recently started broadcasting.

Select DVB or Analogue

- 'DVB Manual Tuning', 'Add New DVB Services', 'New Service Message' and 'DVB Signal Condition' are available in DVB mode only. - 'Analogue Programme Edit' and 'Analogue Manual Tuning' are available in Analogue mode only.

Display the menu

Select "Setup"

Select "Tuning Menu"

Select a function

Set

Tuning Channels

Set DVB channel manually DVB Manual Tuning Normally use "Auto Setup" or "Add New DVB Services" for the DVB channel setting. If tuning has not done completely, use this function. ① select channel ② adjust: frequency (set where the level of "Signal Quality" becomes the maximum) ③ search ● All services found will be added to the DVB Service List (p. 25) automatically. Set Analogue channel manually Analogue Manual Tuning ■ Fine Tuning Use to make small adjustments to the tuning of an individual channel (affected by weather conditions, etc.) ■ Manual Tuning Set Analogue channel manually after Auto Setup. If a VCR is connected with only the RF cable, select programme position "0". Analogue Manual Tuning Select the programme position Select the channel Search and store ① search ② store Add DVB channel automatically Add New DVB Services Any new services found will be added to the DVB Service List (p. 25) automatically. OK start ● The new service is added with the current settings saved as they are. Display a notification message New Service Message Selects whether to give a notification message when a new DVB service is found. (Off / On) New DVB service found Press OK to add new service. Press EKT to signal. Check DVB signal DVB Signal Condition Selects a channel and checks the DVB signal condition. Use for adjusting the direction of the aerial. ● To change the programme during the menu appears ▶ Signal Quality: ● Green bar ▶Good ● Yellow bar ▶Poor ● Red bar ▶Bad (Check the aerial)

Restore Settings

Resets the TV to its original condition, i.e. no channels tuned in. All settings (channels, picture, sound quality, etc.) are reset.

1 Display the menu MENU 2 Select "Setup" VISA Main Menu WENA Link Picture Sound Setup ② access ① select 3 Select "Shipping Condition" Setup Menu DVD Push Event DVD Push Event List To Link Settings Click Lock Turning View Off Time Off Language Threshold TCP Shop by Connection ② access ① select 4 Set ■ To return to TV EXIT

① Check the message and initialise Shipping Condition All tuning data will be erased Are you sure? Are you sure? Confirm EXIT RETURN ② Follow the on-screen instructions • "Auto Setup" will automatically start. (p. 10) ■ To re-tune TV channels only, e.g. after moving house • "Auto Setup" (p. 27)

Input Labels

For easier identification and selection of the input mode, you can label each input terminals or skip terminal that is not connected to any equipment. (To select the input mode ▶ p. 14)

1 Display the menu MENU 2 Select "Setup" VISTA Main Menu VERA Link Picture Sound Setup ②access ①select 3 Select "Input Labels" Setup Menu D3 Common Interface System Guide Speed Show CJ Quick Frame OK Input Labels Max3s Enter Digital Tanger Homelink IME 50 sec Cm Time Zone Auto... ②access ①select 4 Select a input terminal and set Input Labels AMT AVI/AVIS AVI/AVIS COMPONENT PC PC HDMI HDMI ②set ①select The labels you set will be displayed in "Input Selection" menu (p. 14) or banner. If "Skip" is selected, you cannot select the mode. ■ User Input You can name each input terminals freely. Select "User Input" Set characters ①select ②access ①select ②store (maximum: ten characters)

Displaying PC Screen on TV

The screen of the PC connected to the TV can be displayed on the TV. You can also listen to PC sound with the audio cable connected. To connect PC (p. 36)

1 Select the external input 2 Select "PC" Input Selection PPI ARGINGS COMPONENT PC HDMI TOMD TV ②access ①select Corresponding signals (p. 40) If "H-freq," or "V-freq," is shown in red, the signals may not be supported. ■ To return to TV TV

■ PC menu setting (changed as desired) ● To make settings → "How to Use Menu Functions" ① to ④ (p. 18)

Menu	Item Adjustments / Confi gurations (options)
Picture	Advanced PC Settings	WB High R White balance of bright red area	①① and ②repeatedly adjusted
		WB High B White balance of bright blue area
		WB Low R White balance of dark red area
		WB Low B White balance of dark blue area
		Gamma (2.0 / 2.2 / 2.5 / S Curve)
Setup	PC Setup	Input Resolution	Switches to a wide view ● VGA (540 × 480 pixels), WVGA (862 × 480 pixels), XGA (1,024 × 768 pixels), WXGA (1,366 × 768 pixels) ● Options change depending on signals
		Clock Set to the minimum level if noise occurs
		H-pos	Adjusts horizontal position
		V-pos	Adjusts vertical position
		Clock Phase	Eliminates 6 icker and distortion ● Adjust after Clock adjustment ● Set to the minimum level if noise occurs
		Sync	Chooses another synchronous signal if the image is distorted (H & V / On G) ● H & V : by the horizontal and vertical signals from your PC On G : by the green signal from your PC (if available)

● Other items ➕ p. 20 and p. 21

Q-Link Functions

Q-Link connects the TV and VCR / DVD recorder, enables easy recording and playback.

Condition

● Use the VCR / DVD recorder with the following logos:

"Q-Link", "NEXTVIEWLINK", "DATA LOGIC", "Easy Link", "Megalogic", or "SMARTLINK"

- Connect the equipment to this TV's AV1 or AV2 terminal via a "fully-wired" SCART cable. (p. 36) - Q-Link terminal setup in Setup menu (Q-Link, AV1 / AV2 out). (p. 21)

■ Download analogue channel settings

●Perform Auto Setup. (p. 27)

When first using this TV, see "Auto Setup". (p. 10)

●Perform download to the equipment. (p. 21)

■ Features available

Some recording equipments are not applicable. Read the manuals of the equipment.

What you see is What you record		Direct TV Recording:Recording the current programme in VCR / DVD recorder immediately.DIRECT TV/REC●When Direct TV Recording is performed, the recording equipment is automatically turned on if it is in Standby mode.●The recording equipment is recording from its own tuner. You can turn the TV off during recording (Analogue only).●If you turn the TV off during recording from an AV source, the recording will be stopped.●When Direct TV Recording is performed while watching DVB channel, the DVB programme position is locked and no other DVB channel can be selected. However you can watch analogue channels.■To change DVB channel, stop recording
Information / Message	Recording information or if recording is not possible, a message is displayed. (Only when the programme number is “0” or “AV mode” for some equipment.)
Power on link and Easy playback	When VCR or DVD recorder starts playback or direct navigator / function menu for the equipment are activated, the TV is turned on and input mode is switched automatically so that you can view the content. (Only when TV is in Standby mode.)
Power off link	When TV is set to Standby mode, the recording equipment is also automatically set to Standby. (Only when the videocassette or DVD is not active.)

Direct TV Recording:

- "DATA LOGIC" (a trademark of Metz Corporation) • "Megalogic" (a trademark of Grundig Corporation) - "Easy Link" (a trademark of Philips Corporation) • "SMARTLINK" (a trademark of Sony Corporation) Read the manuals of the equipment too.

HDMI Functions

HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) allows you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality sound by connecting the TV and the equipment.

HDMI-compatible equipment (*1) with an HDMI or DVI output terminal, such as a set top box or a DVD player, can be connected to the HDMI terminal using an HDMI compliant (fully wired) cable. About connections, see "External Equipment" (p. 36).

Note

● HDMI is the world's first complete digital consumer AV interface complying with a non-compression standard.

- If the external equipment has only a DVI output, connect to the HDMI1 terminal via a DVI to HDMI adapter cable (*2). - When the DVI to HDMI adapter cable is used, connect the audio cable to the audio input terminal (HDMI1: use COMPONENT-AUDIO terminals).

● Audio settings can be made on the "HDMI1 Input" menu screen. (p. 20)

● Applicable audio signal sampling frequencies (2ch L.PCM): 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 32 kHz

● HDMI2 terminal is for digital audio signal only.

● Use with a PC is not assumed.

- If the connected equipment has an aspect adjustment function, set the aspect ratio to "16:9".

● These HDMI connectors are "type A"

● These HDMI connectors are compatible with HDCP (High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection) copyright

protection.

● An equipment having no digital output terminal may be connected to the input terminal of either "Component".

"S-VIDEO", or "Video" to receive analogue signals.

● The HDMI input terminal can be used with only the following image signals:

480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720p, 1080i and 1080p. Match the output setting of the digital equipment.

● For details of the applicable HDMI signals, see p. 40

(*1): The HDMI logo is displayed on HDMI-compliant equipment.

(◆2): Enquire at your local digital equipment retailer shop

■ Summary of Control functions

Connecting with an HDMI cable to Panasonic equipment with VIERA Link function, you can control the equipment (p. 34). You can use VIERA Link and Q-Link functions together.

Function\Connection	VIERA Link and Q-Link VIERA Link only Q-Link only (HDMI) (SCART) (HDMI) (SCART)
Easy playback	○	○	○
Power on link	○	○	○
Power off link	○	○	○
Speaker control	○(not via SCART)	○	-
Easy control only with VIERA remote control	○(not via SCART)	○	-
Direct TV Recording	○(not via HDMI)	-	○
Analogue channel download	○(not via HDMI)	-	○

HDMI Functions

VIERA Link "HDAMTrol TM"

*Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with Panasonic products which have "HDAVI Control" function. This TV supports "HDAVI Control 2" function.

Connections to some Panasonic equipment (DVD Recorder DIGA, HD Video Camera, Player theatre, Amplifier, etc.) with HDMI cables allow you to interface them automatically.

The equipment with "HDAVI Control" function enables the following operations:

- Easy playback (p. 35) - Power on link (p. 25)

● Power on link (p. 35) ● Power off link (p. 35)

● Power off link (p. 35) ● Speaker control (p. 3

- Speaker control (p. 55) In addition, the equipment

- Easy control only with VIERA remote control (p. 35)

These features are limited to models incorporating Panasonic's "HDAVI Control" and "VIERA Link".

VIERA Link "HDAVI Control", based on the control functions provided by HDMI which is an industry

standard known as HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control), is a unique function that we have

developed and added. As such, its operation with other manufacturers' equipment that supports HDMI CEC cannot be guaranteed.

Refer to individual manuals for compatibility information. About applicable equipment, consult your local

Panasonic dealer.

■ HDMI cable

This function needs an HDMI compliant (fully wired) cable. Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilized.

It is recommended that you use Panasonic's HDMI cable. Recommended part number:

● RP-CDHG15 (1.5 m)

● RP-CDHG30 (3.0 m)

RP-CDHG50 (5.0 m)

■ Preparations

Setup the equipment to enable this function. Read the manuals of the equipment.

About connections, see "External Equipment" (p. 37). Read the manuals of the equipment too.

■ For the first time / When adding new equipment, reconnecting equipment or changing setup

After connection turn the equipment on and then switch the TV on.

Select the input mode to HDMI1 or HDMI2 (p. 14), and make sure that an image is displayed

correctly.

Black-and-white image of a remote control device with labeled buttons and a rotary knob

Display the menu

Select "Setup"

Select "VIERA Link"

Set to "On" (default is On)

Easy control only with VIERA remote control

You can control some functions of the connected Panasonic equipment with this TV remote control (point the remote control at the TV's signal receiver). ● If you cannot access the menu, check the settings and the equipment (p. 34).

Access the menu of the equipment

① Display "VIERA Link Menu"

② Select "VIERA Link Control"

-① select

-② access

Available VIERA remote control buttons: (depending on the connected equipment)

Move the cursor / select the menu

Move the cursor / access /

Store / Set / Access

Return to the previous menu

Exit the menu

The same functions with the OPTION button of the equipment

red green yellow blue

Access when the key words are displayed on colour bar.

and displayed on colour bar

● About the operations for the equipment, read the manual of the equipment.

Easy playback

Automatic Input switching-When the connected Panasonic equipment is operated, input mode is switched automatically. When it is stopped operating, input mode is returned.

Power on link

When the connected Panasonic equipment starts playback or direct navigator / function menu for the equipment are activated, the TV is automatically turned on. (Only when TV is in Standby mode.)

Power off link

When TV is set to Standby mode, the connected Panasonic equipment is also automatically set to Standby.

- This function will work even if the TV enters standby mode automatically by Off Timer function or auto power standby function.

Speaker control

You can control the theatre speaker with TV's remote control.

This function is available when Panasonic Amplifier or Player theatre is connected.

- If you cannot access the menu, the settings and the equipment (p. 34).

① Display "VIERA Link Menu

② Select "Speaker Selection"

④ Set to "Home Cinema" TV"

Adjustment for (automatically to

(Standby mode).

Volume up / down

●The sound of TV speakers is mute. ●When the equipment is turned off, TV speakers will be active.

TV

TV speakers are active.

External Equipment

These diagrams show our recommendations for how to connect the TV to your various equipment. For other connections, consult the instructions for each piece of equipment, the table below, and the specifications (p. 43).

graph TD
    A["PC"] -->|To listen with speakers| B["Amplifier with speaker system"]
    B --> C["Computer"]
    C --> D["PC"]
    D --> E["To watch DVDs"]
    E --> F["DVD player"]
    F --> G["Switch to PC"]
    H["Hardware"] --> I["HDMI HDVI2"]
    I --> J["Fully wired HDMI compliant cable"]
    J --> K["This slot is for services by the Panasonic dealer"]
    K --> L["PC"]
    style A fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style B fill:#ccf,stroke:#333
    style C fill:#cfc,stroke:#333
    style D fill:#fcc,stroke:#333
    style E fill:#cff,stroke:#333
    style F fill:#ffc,stroke:#333
    style G fill:#fcc,stroke:#333
    style H fill:#ffc,stroke:#333
    style I fill:#cfc,stroke:#333
    style J fill:#cfc,stroke:#333
    style K fill:#cfc,stroke:#333
    style L fill:#cfc,stroke:#333

■ Types of connectable equipment to each connector

ConnectorRecording / Playback(equipment)	AV1	AV2	COMPONENT	AUDIO OUT	HDMI
					1	2
■ To record / playback videocassettes / DVDs(VCR / DVD recorder)	○	○
■ To watch DVDs (DVD player)	○	○	○		○	○
■ To watch camcorder images (Video camera)	○	○			○	○
■ To watch satellite broadcasts (Set top box)	○	○			○	○
■ To play games (Game equipment)	○	○
■ To use amplifier with speaker system				○
■ Q-Link	○	○
■ Direct TV Recording	○	○
■ VIERA Link					○	○

○: Recommended Connection

graph TD
    A["Home Cinema"] --> B["Panasonic Amplifier"]
    B --> C["Speaker system"]
    D["HD Video Camera"] --> E["Panasonic DVD Recorder"]
    E --> F["Speaker system"]
    G["Panasonic DVD Recorder, HD Video Camera, etc."] --> H["Panasonic Player theatre"]
    I["Easy playback, Easy control only with VIERA remote control"] --> J["Use fully wired HDMI compliant cable, Read the manuals of the equipment too."]

Technical Information

Aspect Ratio

The optimum size and aspect can be chosen, and you can enjoy finer images. (p. 13)

■Auto: Auto aspect determines the best aspect ratio to use to fill your screen. It does this using a four step process to determine if the picture being viewed is a widescreen picture.

If Auto aspect detects a widescreen signal it switches into the appropriate 16:9 or 14:9 widescreen mode. If Auto aspect does not detect a widescreen signal then this advanced TV enhances the picture for optimum viewing pleasure. The text shown on the screen indicates how Auto aspect determined which ratio to use:

"WIDE" appears in the top left of the screen if a widescreen identification signal (WSS) is found or a signal found through a SCART terminal. Auto aspect switches to the appropriate 16:9 or 14:9 widescreen ratio. This function will also work in any aspect mode. "Auto" appears in the top left of the screen if black stripes above and below the picture are detected. Auto aspect chooses the best ratio and expands the picture to fill the screen. This process can take several minutes, depending on the darkness of the picture.

The ratio varies depending on the programme, etc. If the ratio is greater than the standard "16:9", black bands may appear at the top and bottom of the screen.
- If the screen size looks unusual when a widescreen-recorded programme is played back on a VCR, adjust the tracking of the VCR. (See the VCR manual.)
- Aspect mode can be memorized for SD (Standard definition) and HD (High definition) signals separately. - To select the ratio manually: (Only "16:9" or "4:3" in PC mode)

Auto

The best ratio is chosen and the picture expanded to fill the screen.

Directly displays the image at '16:9' without distortion (anamorphic).

Displays the image at the standard "14:9" without enlargement

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Displays a 4:3 image full-screen. Stretching is only noticeable at the left and right edges.

Displays the image at the standard "4:3" without distortion.

Displays a "4:3" image enlarged horizontally to fit the screen.

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Displays a "16:9" letterbox or "4:3" image without distortion.

Displays a "16:9" letterbox (anamorphic) image full-screen without distortion.

Displays a '2.35:1' letterbox (anamorphic) Image full-screen without distortion At '16:9'. display the image at its maximum (with slight enlargement

Updating the software system (DVB mode)

Update system software regularly to ensure that you have latest version software.

If there is an update available, a notification banner is displayed when the channel has the update information.

To download new software, press "OK" Downloading (approx. 20 min.) If you choose not to download, press "EXIT".

■ To update automatically

Set "Auto Update Search in Standby" to "On" (p. 23)

If there is a new version software being broadcast, the TV will download this automatically.

●The automatic updating sequence is carried out at 3:00 AM and 5:00 AM every night under the following conditions. Standby (TV turned Off with the remote control) Recording is not in progress.

■ To update manually

Perform "System Update Search Now" (p. 23)

If there is an update available, a notification banner is displayed.

To download new software, press 'OK' Downloading (approx. 20 min.) If you choose not to download, press 'EXIT'.

Note

●During downloading, do not turn Off the TV or touch any button.

(The TV is automatically activated after downloading is completed.)

The message might be the notification beforehand. In this case, the schedule information (the date that the new version can be used) will appear. You can set the reservation for update. The update will not start when the TV is set to Off.

VIERA Link "HDAVI Control™"

HDMI connections to some Panasonic equipment allow you to interface them automatically. (p. 34)

●This function may not work normally depending on the equipment condition.

● Image or sound may not be available for the first few seconds when the playback starts.

●Image or sound may not be available for the first few seconds when Input mode is switched.

Volume function will be displayed when adjusting the volume of the equipment.

● Easy playback is also available by using the remote control for Amplifier or Player theatre. Read the manuals of the equipment.

- If you connect the same kind of equipment at once (for example: one DIGA to HDMI1 / another DIGA to HDMI2), VIERA Link is available for the terminal with the smaller number.

●"HDAVI Control 2" is the newest standard (current as of February, 2007) for Panasonic's HDAVI Control compatible equipment. This standard is compatible with Panasonic's conventional HDAVI equipment.

SCART and HDMI terminal information

AV1 SCART terminal

(RGB. VIDEO, Q-Link)
Suitable inputs for AV1 include RGB (Red / Green / Blue).

Socket Earth CVBS out (video) CVBS earth Red In Red earth Green In Green earth Blue In Blue earth Audio cut (L) Audio cut (R) 21 19 17 15 13 11 9 7 5 3 1 20 CVBS in (video) RGB class at red 6 Status RGB 4 Earth 2 10 Q-Link data 8 Status CVBS 6 Audio in (L) 4 Audio earth 2 Audio in (R)

AV2 SCART terminal

(RGB, VIDEO, S-VIDEO, Q-Link)
AV2 - Pins 15 and 20 are dependent on AV2 S-VHS / VIDEO switching.

■HPMI terminal

Technical Information

PC connection

A PC may be connected to this TV so that the PC screen is displayed and sound is heard from the TV.

● PC signals that can be inputted: Horizontal scanning frequency 31 to 69 kHz; vertical scanning frequency

59 to 86 Hz (more than 1,024 signal lines could result in incorrect display of the image). A PC adapter is not necessary for the DOS/V-compliant D-sub 15-pin connector.

Note

- Some PC models cannot be connected to this TV.

- When using PC, set the colour display quality of PC to the highest position.

- For details of the applicable PC signals, see below.

● Max. display resolution

Aspect\Model No.	TH-37PX71E	TH-42PX71E	TH-50PX71E
4:3	768 × 720 pixels	768 × 766 pixels	1,024 × 768 pixels
16:9	1,024 × 720 pixels	1,024 × 768 pixels	1,366 × 768 pixels

● D-sub 15-pin connector signal

5	4	3	2	1
10	9	8	7	6
19	14	13	12	11

Pin No.	Signal Name	Pin No.	Signal Name	Pin No.	Signal Name
1	R	6	GND (Ground)	11	NC (not connected)
2	G	7	GND (Ground)	12	NC (not connected)
3	B	8	GND (Ground)	13	HD
4	NC (not connected)	9	NC (not connected)	14	VD
5	GND (Ground)	10	GND (Ground)	15	NC (not connected)

Input signal that can be displayed

COMPONENT (Y, PB, PR), HDMI

* Mark: Applicable input signal

Signal name COMPONENT HDMI

525 (480) / 60i	×	×
525 (480) / 60p	√	√
625 (576) / 50i	√	√
625 (576) / 50p	×	×
750 (720) / 60p	×	×
750 (720) / 50p	√	√
1,125 (1,080) / 60i	√	√
1,125 (1,080) / 50i	√	√
1,125 (1,080) / 60p		×
1,125 (1,080) / 50p		√

PC (D-sub 15P)

Signal name Horizontal frequency (kHz) Vertical frequency (Hz)

840 × 400 @70 Hz 31.47.70.97
640 × 480 @60 Hz 31.47.59.94
840 × 480 @75 Hz 37.50.75.00
800 × 600 @60 Hz 37.88.60.32
800 × 600 @75 Hz 46.86.75.00
800 × 600 @85 Hz 53.67.85.08
852 × 480 @60 Hz 31.44.59.89
1,024 × 768 @60 Hz 48.36.60.00
1,024 × 768 @70 Hz 56.48.70.07
1,024 × 768 @75 Hz 60.02.75.03
1,024 × 768 @85 Hz 68.68.55.00
1,280 × 1,024 @60 Hz 63.98.60.02
1,366 × 768 @60 Hz 48.30.60.04
Macintosh13" (640 × 480)	35.00.66.67
Macintosh15" (632 × 624)	49.73.74.55
Macintosh21" (1,152 × 870)	68.09.75.06

Note

● Signals other than above may not be displayed properly.

● The above signals are reformatted for optimal viewing on your display.

● Applicable input signal for PC is basically compatible to VESA standard timing.

● PC signal is magnified or compressed for display, so that it may not be possible to show fine detail

with sufficient clarity.

FAQs

Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to resolve the problem. If problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance.

White spots or shadow images (noise)

- Check the position, direction, and connection of the aerial.

Neither image nor sound is produced

●Is the TV in "AV mode"?

●Is the mains lead plugged into the socket outlet?

●Is the TV turned On?

● Check Picture Menu (p. 20) and volume

● Check all required SCART cables and

connections are firmly in place.

Auto aspect

● Auto aspect is designed to provide you with the best aspect ratio to use to fill y screen. For user control please see p. 3

S-Video / black and white picture

- Using AV button please confirm your selection is S-Video I.e. AV2/AV2S (p. 14).

On Screen messages - I.e. EC/AV1

- You can simply clear these by pressing the 1 button. Press again to redisplay.

No DVB programmes shown after Auto Setup

- Check the DVB transmitter.

- Adjust the direction of the aerial to another

transmitter installed nearby.

- Check the analogue broadcast.

If the image quality is poor.

check the aerial and consult your nearest dealer.

An error message appears

- Follow the message's instructions. - If the problem persists, contact the authorized Service Centre.

To customer using indoor aerial

In order to enjoy a good quality DVB image, it is important to receive a good quality DVB signal. For this purpose check "DVB Signal Condition" in Tuning Menu (p. 26). A level of at least 5 is required in order to provide a good picture. It may be necessary to adjust the position and direction of the serial to achieve the best possible result.

Blank whiteboard with black border and control buttons at bottom (no text or symbols)

Direct TV record / Q-Link functions not recording

- Please confirm SCART cable and connection. Also please set "AV1 / AV2 out" in the Setup Menu (p. 21).

Permanently lit spots on screen

- Due to production process involved in this technology this may result in some pixels which are permanently lit or unlit. This is not a malfunction.

Contrast is reduced

- Contrast is lowered when the following conditions without any user operation for a few minutes:

• no signal in DVB or AV mode
- selected locked channel
- selected invalid channel
• selected radio channel
- displayed menu

FAQs

Problem	Actions
Chaotic Image, noisy	Set "P-NR" in the Picture Menu (to remove noise). (p. 20)Check nearby electrical products (car, motorcycle, fluorescent lamp).
No image can be displayed	Is "Colour" or "Contrast" in the Picture Menu set to the minimum? (p. 20)Check Colour system. (p. 27)
Blurry or distorted image (no sound or low volume)	Reset channels. (p. 27)
Unusual image is displayed	Turn off the TV with Mains power On / Off switch, then turn it on again.
No sound is produced	Is "Sound mule" active? (p. 7)Is the volume set to the minimum?
Sound level is low or sound is distorted	Sound signal reception may be deteriorated.Set "MPX" (p. 20) in the Sound Menu to "Mono". (Analogue)Check Sound system. (p. 27)
Due to the digital reception technologies involved, quality of the DTV signals may be relatively low in some cases, despite good reception of analogue programmes.
Unable to receive signals with a high-performance aerial	Install an aerial individually for the TV and VCR (or use a splitter).TVIndividual serialAerial OutputAerial Input terminalAerial Output Individual aerialVCR T8
Interference or frozen / disappearing Image in DVB	Check "DVB Signal Condition". (p. 28)If "Signal Quality" or "Signal Strength" are displayed in red, check aerial.If problem persists, consult your local Panasonic dealer.Turn the TV off with the Mains power On / Off switch, then turn it On again.
Sound is unusual	Set the sound setting of the connected equipment to "Zoh LPCM".Check the "HDMI1 Input" selling in the Sound Menu. (p. 20)If digital sound connection has a problem, select analogue sound connection. (p. 33)
Pictures from external equipment are unusual when the equipment is connected via HDMI	Is the HDMI cable connected properly? (p. 36)Turn Off the TV and equipment, then turn them On again.Check an input signal from the equipment. (p. 40)Use an equipment compliant with EIA/CEA-861/861B.
TV goes into "Standby mode"	Off Timer function is activated.The TV extends "Standby mode" about 30 min after broadcasting ends.
The remote control does not work	Are the batteries installed correctly? (p. 6)Has the TV been switched On?

Specifications

		TH-37PX71E TH-42PX71E TH-50PX71E
Power Source AC 220-240 V, 50 / 60 Hz
Power Consumption	Average use 250 W 270 W	370 W
	Standby condition	0.7 W (Without DVB recording)20 W (With DVB recording)		0.5 W (Without DVB recording)20 W (With DVB recording)
Display panel	Aspect Ratio 15:9
	Visible screen size	94 cm (diagonal) 106 cm (diagonal) 127 cm (diagonal)
		819 mm (W) × 457 mm (H)	922 mm (W) × 518 mm (H)	1,106 mm (W) × 622 mm (H)
	Number of pixels	737,280 (1,024 W) × 720 (H)[3,0'72 × 720 dots]	786,432 (1,024 W) × 768 (H)[3,0'72 × 768 dots]	1,049,086 (1,366 W) × 768 (H)[4,098 × 768 dots]
Sound	Speaker 160 mm × 42 mm × 2 pos. 8ΩAudio Output 20 W (10 W + 10 W), 10% THD
PC signals		VGA, SVGA, XGASXGA ---- (compressed)Horizontal scanning frequency 31 - 69 kHzVertical scanning frequency 59 - 86 Hz
Receiving Systems / Band name		PAL B, G, H, I, SECAM B, G, SECAM L / L'VHF E2 - E12VHF A - H (ITALY)CATV S01 - S05CATV S11 - S20 (U1 - U10)PAL D, K, SECAM D, KVHF R1 - R2VHF R6 - R12PAL 525/60DVBMTNSCTNTSC (AV Input only) ▪TV signals may not be received in some areas.
Aerial - Rear		VHF / UHF
Operating Conditions		Temperature : 0 °C - 35 °CHumidity : 20 % - 80 % RH (non-condensing)
Connection Terminals	AV1 (Scart terminal)	21 Pin terminal (Audio/Video in, Audio/Video out, RGB in, Q-Link)
	AV2 (Scart terminal)	21 Pin terminal (Audio/Video in, Audio/Video out, RGB in, S-Video in, Q-Link)
	COMPONENT	YPe, Pr	1.0 V[p-p] (including synchronization)±0.35 V[p-p]
		AUDIO L - R	RCA PIN Type × 2	0.5 V[ms]
	Others	HDMI1 / 2	TYPE A Connectors	● This TV supports "HDAVI Control 2" function.
		PC	HIGH-DENSITY D-SUB 15PIN	R,G,B/0.7 V[p-p] (75 Ω)HD, VD/TTL Level 2.0 - 5.0 V[p-p] (high impedance)
	Output	AUDIO L - R	RCA PIN Type × 2	0.5 V[ms] (high impedance)
Dimensions (W × H × D)		917 mm × 667 mm × 330 mm(With Pedestal)917 mm × 620 mm × 87 mm(TV only)	1,020 mm × 727 mm × 330 mm(With Pedestal)1,020 mm × 680 mm × 97 mm(TV only)	1,210 mm × 841 mm × 369 mm(With Pedestal)1,210 mm × 793 mm × 97 mm(TV only)
Mass		30.0 kg Net (With Pedestal)23.0 kg Net (TV only)	34.0 kg Net (With Pedestal)27.0 kg Net (TV only)	45.0 kg Net (With Pedestal)38.0 kg Net (TV only)

Note

●Design and Specifications are subject to change without notice. Weight and Dimensions shown are approximate.

This equipment complies with the EMC standards listed below.

EN55013, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3, EN55020, EN55022, EN55024.