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Operating Instructions

Plasma Television

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.

Printed in China

Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

Web Site : http://panasonic.net/

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

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 identifi cation in the event of theft or loss, and for Warranty Service purposes.

Model Number 

Serial Number 

 

 

TQBC2197

WARRANTY  - Australia only

1. The product is warranted for 12 months from the date of purchase. Subject to the conditions of this warranty Panasonic or it’s Authorised 

Service Centre will perform necessary service on the product without charge for parts or labour if, in the opinion of Panasonic, the product is 
found to be faulty within the warranty period.

2. This warranty only applies to Panasonic products purchased in Australia and sold by Panasonic Australia or its Authorised Distributors or Dealers 

and only where the products are used and serviced within Australia or it’s territories. Warranty cover only applies to service carried out by a 
Panasonic Authorised Service Centre and only if valid proof of purchase is presented when warranty service is requested.

3. This warranty only applies if the product has been installed and used in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations (as noted in the 

operating instructions) under normal use and reasonable care (in the opinion of Panasonic). The warranty covers normal domestic use only 
and does not cover damage, malfunction or failure resulting from use of incorrect voltages, incorrect installation, accident, misuse, neglect, 
build-up of dirt or dust, abuse, maladjustment of customer controls, mains supply problems, thunderstorm activity, infestation by insects or 
vermin, tampering or repair by unauthorised persons (including unauthorised alterations), exposure to abnormally corrosive conditions or any 
foreign object or matter having entered the product.

4. This warranty does not cover the following items unless the fault or defect existed at the time of purchase:
  (a) Video or Audio Tapes 

(d) Cabinet Parts 

(g) Microwave Oven cook plates.

  (b) Video or Audio Heads and Stylii resulting 

(e) User replaceable Batteries 

(h) Kneader mounting shaft unit

    

from wear and tear in normal use 

(f)  Thermal Paper, Toner/Ink Cartridges, 

(bread bakery)

  (c) Shaver Heads or Cutters 

Drums, Developer, Film (Ink/Ribbon),

 

Film Cartridge, Printer Heads

5. If warranty service is required you should:
  • Telephone Panasonic’s Customer Care Centre on 132600 or visit our website and use the Service Centre Locator for the name/address of 

the nearest Authorised Service Centre.

  • Send or bring the product to a Panasonic Authorised Service Centre together with your proof of purchase receipt as a proof of purchase date. 

Please note that freight and insurance to and / or from your nearest Authorised Service Centre must be arranged by you.

  • Note that home or pick-up/delivery service is available for the following products in the major metropolitan areas of Australia or the normal 

operating areas of the nearest Authorised Service Centres:

 

(a) Picture tube (CRT) based Television Receivers (screen 

(b) Convection/Combination Microwave Ovens

 

sizes greater than 66cm); Rear Projection TV’s; Plasma/LCD 

(c) Whiteboard (except portable type)

 

televisions / displays (screen size greater than 103 cm)

6. The warranties hereby conferred do not extend to, and exclude, any costs associated with the installation, de-installation or re-installation of a 

product, including costs related to the mounting, de-mounting or remounting of any screen, (and any other ancillary activities), delivery, 
handling, freighting, transportation or insurance of the product or any part thereof or replacement of and do not extend to, and exclude, any 
damage or loss occurring by reason of, during, associated with, or related to such installation, de-installation, re-installation or transit.

Panasonic Authorised Service Centres are located in major metropolitan areas and most regional centres of Australia, however, coverage will vary 
dependant on product. For advice on exact Authorised Service Centre locations for your product, please telephone our Customer Care Centre on 
132600 or visit our website and use the Service Centre Locator.
Unless otherwise specified to the consumer the benefits conferred by this express warranty are additional to all other conditions, warranties, 
guarantees, rights and remedies expressed or implied by the 

Trade Practices Act 1974

 and similar consumer protection provisions contained in 

legislation of the States and Territories and all other obligations and liabilities on the part of the manufacturer or supplier and nothing contained 
herein shall restrict or modify such rights, remedies, obligations or liabilities. 

November 2005

THIS WARRANTY CARD AND THE PURCHASE DOCKET (OR SIMILAR PROOF OF PURCHASE)

SHOULD BE RETAINED BY THE CUSTOMER AT ALL TIMES

Panasonic Australia Pty. Limited

Panasonic Australia Pty. Limited

ACN 001 592 187   ABN 83 001 592 187

Locked Bag 505, Frenchs Forest, NSW 2086

www.panasonic.com.au

If you require assistance regarding warranty conditions or any other enquiries, 

please visit the 

Panasonic Australia

Panasonic Australia

 website 

www.panasonic.com.au

www.panasonic.com.au

 or by phone on 132 600

If phoning in, please ensure you have your operating instructions available.

PRO-031-F01  Issue: 3.0 

 

23-11-2005

Model No.

 TH-42PX7A

Summary of Contents for Viera TH-42PX7A

Page 1: ...m Ink Ribbon Film Cartridge Printer Heads 5 If warranty service is required you should Telephone Panasonic s Customer Care Centre on 132600 or visit our website and use the Service Centre Locator for the name address of the nearest Authorised Service Centre Send or bring the product to a Panasonic Authorised Service Centre together with your proof of purchase receipt as a proof of purchase date Pl...

Page 2: ...g PC Screen on TV 28 HDMI Functions 29 VIERA Link HDAVI ControlTM 30 External Equipment 32 Basic Features Watching TV 10 Using TV Guide 12 Watching Videos and DVDs 14 Viewing Teletext 16 Enjoy your TV Technical Information 34 FAQs 37 Licence 39 Specifications 39 WARRANTY 40 FAQs etc Accessories Options 6 Identifying Controls 7 Basic Connection 8 Auto Tuning 9 Quick Start Guide Receive digital terre...

Page 3: ...ter 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 W...

Page 4: ...ring installation since subjecting it to impact or other forces may cause product damage Optional accessories Pedestal Wall hanging bracket TY WK42PV3W angle TY WK42PR2W TY WK42PR3W TY ST42D1 WK TY ST42D2 WK Read the manual of the pedestal for installation Pedestal ST 42H2 WK TBLX0024 Cursor buttons to make selections and adjustments Standby On Off switch Switches TV On or Off standby Sound mute O...

Page 5: ...e Centre or dealer may be able to assist you in obtaining the correct Aerial system for your particular area and the accessories required Any matters regarding Aerial installation upgrading of existing systems or accessories required and the costs incurred are the responsibility of you the Customer Mains lead supplied Mains lead supplied DVD Recorder or VCR RF cable Aerial Aerial Rear of the TV Re...

Page 6: ...f available Display subtitles Change aspect ratio Select Change EXIT RETURN Aspect Selection 16 9 Just 14 9 4 3 Full 4 3 Zoom1 Zoom2 Zoom3 ASPECT Change the aspect ratio p 34 Enjoy viewing the picture at its optimum size and aspect Aspect Selection list To change the mode To change the mode using the ASPECT button only ASPECT Press repeatedly until you reach the desired mode Display Aspect Selecti...

Page 7: ...t of the selected favourites list B ŶTo view a programme list of the selected type DVB mode Y Using TV Guide select favourite list TV GuideʊElectronic Programme Guide EPG provides an on screen listing of programmes currently broadcast and future broadcasts over the next seven days depending on the broadcaster Analogue broadcasts will be listed after DVB broadcasts D means DVB channel and A means A...

Page 8: ...tandby mode Turn on Play Playback videocassette DVD Stop Stop the operations Rewind Skip Search VCR Rewind view the picture rapidly in reverse DVD Skip to the previous track or title Press and hold to search backward Fast forward Skip Search VCR Fast forward view the picture rapidly forward DVD Skip to the next track or title Press and hold to search forward Pause Pause Restart DVD Press and hold ...

Page 9: ...Stop or resume automatic updating ŶTo resume HOLD Store frequently viewed pages 1 3 2 4 6 5 7 9 8 0 Store frequently viewed pages in the colour bar List mode only press and hold As page is displayed The number changes to white Corresponding colour button ŶTo change stored pages press and hold Enter new page number Colour button you want to change View sub page 0 0 0 6 Sub pages The number of sub p...

Page 10: ...he next screen ŶGo to the next screen ŶTo change menu pages up down ŶOverview VIERA Link Control Speaker Selection VIERA Link Menu Home Cinema Recorder p 31 Main Menu VIERA Link Picture Sound Setup The menu of the accessed equipment 1 2 Viewing Mode Dynamic Contrast Brightness Colour Sharpness Tint Colour Balance Warm Colour Management Off P NR Off Picture Menu 2 2 3D COMB Off Reset Picture Defaul...

Page 11: ... initial setting 0dB to 12dB in 2dB reductions DVB mode only HDMI Input Select to fit the input signal Auto Digital Analogue p 29 Auto Automatic detection of digital or analogue sound source Digital HDMI cable connection Analogue HDMI DVI adapter cable connection HDMI input mode only Reset Sound Defaults Press the OK button to reset the present Sound Mode to the default settings Menu Item Adjustmen...

Page 12: ... TEN Digital All DVB Services 1 ABC TV Sydney 2 SBS DIGITAL 1 3 FTV guide 4 7 Digital 7 NINE DIGITAL 9 7 HD Digital 70 7 Guide 77 FavList1 TEN Digital 1 Wed 12 05 04 10 46 Favourites Edit TEN Digital All DVB Services 1 ABC TV Sydney 2 SBS DIGITAL 1 3 FTV guide 4 7 Digital 7 NINE DIGITAL 9 7 HD Digital 70 7 Guide 77 FavList1 G To add all services to the list Y Create your favourite service List fro...

Page 13: ...n Analogue mode only Auto Tuning Digital DVB and Analogue This will take about 3 mins Analogue Tuning 0 75 Digital DVB Tuning 6 69 2 RF Ch Service Name Type Quality ABC TV Sydney DVB 10 3 SBS DIGITAL 1 DVB 10 4 FTV guide DVB 10 7 7 Digital DVB 10 9 NINE DIGITAL DVB 10 CH 29 Analogue CH 33 Analogue For Auto Tuning using the buttons on the front of the TV Press repeatedly until Auto Tuning appears A...

Page 14: ...ay the menu Set ŶTo return to TV EXIT Restore Settings Shipping Condition 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 EXIT RETURN Confirm Analogue DVB tuning data will be erased Are you sure Are you sure Shipping Condition set Input Labels Restore Settings select access select access Input Labels 2 3 ...

Page 15: ...ns to p 18 Other items p 20 and p 21 1 select access 1 The HDMI logo is displayed on HDMI compliant equipment 2 Enquire at your local digital equipment retailer shop 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...

Page 16: ...ction turn the equipment on and then switch the TV on Select the input mode to HDMI p 14 and make sure that an image is displayed correctly Main Menu VIERA Link Picture Sound Setup 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 check the settings and the equ...

Page 17: ...g Detect DDC CEC Ground SCL CEC TMDS Clock Shield TMDS Data0í TMDS Data0 TMDS Data1 Shield TMDS Data2í TMDS Data2 5V Power SDA Reserved in cable but N C on device TMDS Clockí TMDS Clock TMDS Data0 Shield TMDS Data1í TMDS Data1 TMDS Data2 Shield 19 17 15 13 11 9 7 5 3 1 18 16 14 12 10 8 6 4 2 HDMI terminal Connect the S VIDEO or VIDEO terminal when using AV1 IN terminals Connect the COMPONENT or VI...

Page 18: ...will be displayed when adjusting the volume of the equipment If you connect the equipment that has HDAVI Control 2 function to the TV with HDMI cable the sound from DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal can be output as multi channel surround Easy playback is also available by using the remote control for Amplifier or Player theatre Read the manuals of the equipment HDAVI Control 2 is the newest standard curr...

Page 19: ...able PC signals see below Max display resolution D sub 15 pin connector signal 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...

Page 20: ...r Aerial Output Aerial Input Aerial Output DVB Digital TV reception technology requires high quality robust DTV signals which in some domestic aerial installations may be relatively poor despite good analogue reception Other FAQs Picture very infrequently breaks up on some or all channels Electrical atmospheric interference caused by local or distant lighting storms or heavy rain with wind in leaf...

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