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Panasonic TH TH-42PZ800A Operating Instructions Manual

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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
Web Site: http://panasonic.net/
Panasonic Corporation 2008
Printed in China

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  • Page 1 Warranty Service purposes. Model Number Serial Number Web Site: http://panasonic.net/ Panasonic Corporation 2008 Printed in China...

  • Page 2: Operating Instructions

    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. English Operating Instructions Plasma Television TH-42PZ800A Model No. TH-46PZ800A TH-50PZ800A TQBC2293-2...
  • Page 3 Turn your own living room into a movie theatre! Experience an amazing level of multi- Receives digital terrestrial broadcastings using an integrated DVB (Digital Video Broadcasting) tuner Sharp pictures with HDMI connection Links up and controls the connected equipment with “VIERA Link”...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    media excitement Enjoy rich multi-media Amplifi er with DVD Recorder Speaker system Contents Be Sure to Read • Safety Precautions ······································ 4 (Warning / Caution) • Notes ··························································· 5 • Maintenance ··············································· 5 Quick Start Guide • Accessories / Options SD memory Card •...

  • Page 5: Safety Precautions

    • Using an unapproved pedestal or other fi xtures may make the TV unstable, risking injury. Be sure to ask your local Panasonic dealer to perform setup. • Use approved pedestals / mounts (p. 6). Do not allow children to handle SD Card •...

  • Page 6: Notes

    Caution When cleaning the TV, remove the mains plug • Cleaning an energized TV may cause electrical shock. When the TV is not going to be used for a long period of 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.

  • Page 7: Accessories / Options

    Accessories / Options Standard accessories Remote Control • N2QAYB000228 Operating Instructions with Warranty statement • This product contains possibly dangerous parts (such as plastic bags), that can be breathed in or swallowed by young children accidentally. Keep these parts out of reach of young children. Optional accessories Wall-hanging bracket (vertical)

  • Page 8: Securing The Tv

    • If you use the pedestal while it is physically damaged, personal injury may result. Contact your nearest Panasonic dealer immediately. During set-up, make sure that all screws are securely tightened. • If insuffi cient care is taken to ensure screws are...

  • Page 9: Basic Connection

    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 fi rst. Example 1 Connecting aerial TV only...
  • Page 10 Example 2 Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR TV, DVD Recorder or VCR Rear of the TV Mains lead (supplied) • Please refer to the diagram in example 1 for mains lead connection. RCA cable AUDIO VIDEO RF OUT RF IN DVD Recorder or VCR Note •...
  • Page 11 Basic Connection Example 3 Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR and Set top box TV, DVD Recorder / VCR and Set top box Rear of the TV RCA cable Rear of the TV Attach the clamper hole Insert the clamper in a hole AC 220-240 V 50 / 60 Hz Mains lead (supplied)

  • Page 12: Identifying Controls

    Switches to teletext mode Subtitles (p. 14) • Displays Subtitles VCR / DVD Panasonic equipment operations (p. 21) Volume / Contrast / Brightness / Colour / Sharpness / Tint (NTSC mode) / Bass / Treble / Balance / Auto Tuning (p. 30)

  • Page 13: Auto Tuning

    Auto Tuning Search and store TV programmes automatically. These steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed by your local dealer. POWER INPUT ASPECT EXIT MENU RETURN OPTION DIRECT TV REC TEXT F.P. INDEX HOLD PROGRAMME Plug the TV into mains socket and switch On (Takes a few seconds to be displayed) Select your state Select State / Territory...
  • Page 14 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 Access the menu / store settings after adjustments have been made or options have been set RETURN...

  • Page 15: Watching Tv

    Watching TV POWER INPUT ASPECT EXIT MENU RETURN ASPECT OPTION DIRECT TV REC INFO Volume TEXT STTL INDEX HOLD PROGRAMME Note • When the TV is switched to standby, there will be a clicking sound after a short delay. This is normal. Other useful functions Hold Freeze / unfreeze picture...
  • Page 16 Other useful functions Display Information banner • Also appears when changing a programme Event Example: 1 TEN Digital Coronation Street 9:00 am - 11:00 am DVB: Event Start / Finish time Analogue: Programme status Features available / Message meanings Sound mute On Audio mode (Analogue mode) (p.
  • Page 17 Watching TV Other useful functions Change the aspect ratio Enjoy viewing the picture at its optimum size and aspect. Display Aspect Selection list • To change the mode using the ASPECT button only ASPECT Change aspect ratio Note • Only “16:9” and “4:3 Full” are available in DVB mode. •...

  • Page 18: Using Tv Guide

    Using TV Guide Using TV Guide enables you to select programme easily, view event informations, etc. TV Guide Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) provides an on-screen listing of the programmes currently broadcast and the future broadcasts over the next seven days (depending on the broadcasters).

  • Page 19: Viewing Teletext

    Viewing Teletext You can enjoy teletext broadcasting, including news, weather forecasts and subtitles, if this service is provided by the broadcasters. What is FASTEXT mode? In FASTEXT 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.
  • Page 20 Stop automatic updating (If you wish to hold the current page without updating) HOLD HOLD Return to the main index page INDEX INDEX Display subtitles Call up STTL subtitles Watch TV and Teletext in two windows at once View in MENU multi (Press twice)

  • Page 21: Watching Videos And Dvds

    Watching Videos and DVDs Connect the external equipment (VCRs, DVD equipment, etc.) and you can watch the input. • To connect the equipment The Remote Control is capable of operating some functions of selected Panasonic external equipment. INPUT ASPECT EXIT...

  • Page 22: Vcr Dvd Player

    Panasonic equipment connected to the TV can be directly operated with the remote control. VCR / DVD switch Select VCR to operate Panasonic VCR or DVD equipment Select DVD to operate Panasonic DVD equipment or Player home theatre Standby POWER...

  • Page 23: How To Use Menu Functions

    How to Use Menu Functions Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions. INPUT ASPECT EXIT MENU RETURN SURROUND OPTION DIRECT TV REC TEXT F.P. INDEX HOLD PROGRAMME To return to TV at any time EXIT To return to the previous screen...

  • Page 24: Viera Link

    Overview Main Menu VIERA Link Picture Sound Setup • Depending on the received signals, available items are varied. VIERA Link Menu Pause Live TV Access Direct TV Rec Start VIERA Link Control Recorder Speaker Selection Home Cinema (p. 39) Picture Menu Viewing Mode Normal Contrast...

  • Page 25: Menu List

    How to Use Menu Functions Menu list Menu Item Pause Live TV Direct TV Rec VIERA Link Control Speaker Selection Viewing Mode Contrast, Brightness, Colour, Sharpness Tint Colour Balance Colour Management x.v.Colour P-NR 3D-COMB Reset Picture Defaults Mode Bass Treble Balance Headphone Volume Surround...
  • Page 26 Menu list Menu Item DVB Favourites Edit DVB Service List Analogue Service List Auto Tuning DVB Manual Tuning Analogue Manual Tuning Add New DVB Services New Service Message DVB Signal Display Intelligent Frame Creation Off Timer Teletext Shipping Condition System Update Power Save Side Panel Picture Overscan...

  • Page 27: Dvb Settings (Dvb)

    DVB Settings DVB Settings provide access to various advanced features. POWER INPUT GUIDE EXIT MENU RETURN ASPECT OPTION INFO MUTE TEXT STTL INDEX HOLD POWER PROGRAMME To return to TV EXIT (DVB mode) If in Analogue mode Select DVB Display the menu MENU Select “Setup”...
  • Page 28 Download new software to TV. • For details 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 Auto Update Search in Standby Update...

  • Page 29: Editing Programmes

    Editing Programmes You can make your favourite programme lists and skip unwanted programmes, etc. INPUT ASPECT EXIT MENU RETURN OPTION DIRECT TV REC TEXT F.P. INDEX HOLD PROGRAMME To return to TV EXIT Select DVB or Analogue • “DVB Favourites Edit” and “DVB Service List” are available in DVB mode only.
  • Page 30 Create your favourite programme list from various broadcasters (up to 4: Fav List1 / Fav List2 / Fav List3 / Fav List4). The list is added to “Favourites” list in TV Guide (p. 17) and information banner (p. 15) and then easily accessed.

  • Page 31: Tuning Programmes

    Tuning Programmes You can retune all the TV programmes when moving house or search for new services which may have recently started broadcasting. INPUT ASPECT EXIT MENU RETURN OPTION DIRECT TV REC TEXT F.P. INDEX HOLD PROGRAMME To return to TV EXIT For Auto Tuning, using the buttons on the front of the TV (p.
  • Page 32 Automatically retune all DVB or Analogue programmes received in the area. • Only DVB programmes are retuned in DVB mode. • Only Analogue programmes are retuned in Analogue mode. Start Auto Tuning Set all DVB Auto Tuning or Analogue All digital tuning data will be erased programmes automatically EXIT...

  • Page 33: Restore Settings

    Restore Settings Resets the TV to its original condition, i.e. no programmes tuned in. All settings (programmes, picture, sound quality, etc.) are reset. INPUT ASPECT EXIT MENU RETURN OPTION DIRECT TV REC TEXT F.P. INDEX HOLD PROGRAMME To return to TV EXIT Check the message and initialize Restore...

  • Page 34: Input Labels

    Input Labels For easier identifi cation 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. 20 INPUT ASPECT EXIT MENU RETURN OPTION DIRECT TV REC TEXT...

  • Page 35: Displaying Pc Screen On Tv

    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. 42 INPUT ASPECT EXIT MENU RETURN...

  • Page 36: Hdmi Functions

    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.

  • Page 37: Viewing From Sd Card (Photos)

    Viewing from SD Card Still images recorded by digital cameras will be displayed. POWER INPUT GUIDE EXIT MENU RETURN ASPECT OPTION SD CARD INFO MUTE TEXT STTL INDEX HOLD POWER PROGRAMME To return to TV EXIT SD CARD Insert the SD Card Enter SD mode (Photo View Mode) •...
  • Page 38 Electrical interference, static electricity, or erroneous operation may damage the data or card. • Back up the recorded data at regular intervals in case of deteriorated or damaged data or erratic operation of the TV. (Panasonic is not liable for any deterioration or damage of recorded data.) Message Cannot read fi le Is SD Card in? No valid fi...

  • Page 39: Viera Link "Hdavi Control Tm

    VIERA Link “ Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with Panasonic products which have “HDAVI Control” function. This TV supports “HDAVI Control 3” function. Connections to the equipment (DIGA Recorder, HD Video Camera, Player theatre, Amplifi er, etc.) with HDMI cable allow you to interface them automatically.

  • Page 40: Direct Tv Rec

    Features available (Using VIERA Link Menu) You can pause the live TV programme and resume later. • This function is available with DIGA Recorder which has HDD and “HDAVI Control 3” function. • If you cannot operate, check the settings and the equipment •...
  • Page 41 VIERA Link “ Features available (Using VIERA Link Menu) You can control some functions of the connected equipment with this TV remote control (point the remote control at the TV’s signal receiver). • This function is available with the equipment which has “HDAVI Control 2” or “HDAVI Control 3”...
  • Page 42 • About HDMI cable for connecting Panasonic HD Video Camera, read the manual of the equipment. • If more than one equipment of the same type are connected to the TV by HDMI cables, for example two DIGA Recorders to HDMI1 and HDMI2, VIERA Link will only be available for the lower terminal number, in this case HDMI1.

  • Page 43: External Equipment

    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 specifi cations (p. 50). (VIDEO) (S-VIDEO) AV4 IN S VIDEO VIDEO (M3 stereo...
  • Page 44 (Listening) (Viewing) To watch DVDs DVD player Optical digital audio cable MONITOR DIGITAL AUDIO OUT VIDEO AUDIO (Listening) (Viewing) Conversion adapter (if necessary) HDMI equipment Fully wired HDMI DVD Recorder compliant cable To watch satellite broadcasts Fully wired HDMI compliant cable S VIDEO 4 pin terminal Chrominance in Chrominance earth...

  • Page 45: Technical Information

    Technical Information Programme Allocation (Analogue mode) CH Display / Receive Programme CH 0 CH 5 CH 5A Rating Parental Guidance recommended Updating the software system (DVB mode) Update system software to ensure that you have latest version software. If there is an update available, a notifi cation banner is displayed when the service has the update information. •...
  • Page 46 If miniSD Card is used, insert / remove it together with the adapter. • Check the latest information on the card type at the following website. (English only) http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs/ DCF (Design rule for camera file system): Unified standard established by Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA). Note •...
  • Page 47 Technical Information 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).

  • Page 48: Faqs

    FAQs Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to resolve the problem. If the 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.
  • Page 49 FAQs Problem Sound is unusual Pictures from external equipment are unusual when the equipment is connected via HDMI • Digital TV reception technology requires high quality, robust DTV signals which in some domestic aerial installations, may be relatively poor despite good analogue reception. Aerial connection when using DTV and VCR / DVD Recorder After DVB Auto Tuning only...

  • Page 50: Licence

    HDMI, the HDMI Logo and High-Defi nition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. • HDAVI Control is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. • Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

  • Page 51: Specifi Cations

    Specifi cations Power Source Power rating Standby condition Aspect Ratio Visible screen size Number of pixels Speaker Audio Output Headphones PC signals Receiving Systems / Band name Aerial - Rear Operating Conditions AUDIO L - R VIDEO Input COMPONENT AUDIO L - R VIDEO Input COMPONENT...

  • Page 52: Warranty

    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.

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