Operating Instructions Plasma Television TH-42PV7AZ Model No. POWER INPUT ASPECT EXIT MENU RETURN SURROUND OPTION RECALL MUTE TEXT F.P. INDEX HOLD POWER PROGRAMME 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. TQBC2192...
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TV shaky, risking injury. Be sure to ask Avoid exposing the TV to direct sunlight and other your local Panasonic dealer to perform setup. sources of heat. To prevent fi re never place any Use optional stands / mounts (p. 6).
Notes Caution Do not display a still picture for a long time This causes the image to remain on the plasma When cleaning the TV, remove the screen (“image retention”). mains plug This is not considered a malfunction and is not covered by the warranty.
Accessories / Options Standard accessories Check that you have the accessories and items shown Remote Batteries for the Clamper Operating Instructions Control Remote Control Transmitter Transmitter • • EUR7651140 R6 (AA) Mains Lead Pedestal (ST-42H2-WK) • TBLX0024 Read the manual of the pedestal for installation.
Identifying Controls Remote control signal receiver Changes the input mode Increases or decreases the programme Mains power Power LED position by one. When a function is • On / Off switch Standby: red already displayed, press to increase or On: green decrease the selected function.
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 Example 2 Connecting aerial...
Auto Tuning Search and store TV channels automatically. These steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed by your local dealer. Plug the TV into mains socket and switch On (Takes a few seconds to be displayed) • You can now use the remote control to turn On the TV or turn the TV to standby mode.
Language Setting You can change language for on-screen displays. Display the menu MENU POWER INPUT ASPECT EXIT Select “Language” MENU RETURN access Main Menu SURROUND OPTION VIERA Link select Picture Sound Setup Language RECALL MUTE TEXT F.P. INDEX HOLD Select the language POWER PROGRAMME Language...
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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...
Watching TV Turn power on Mains power On / Off switch should be On. POWER POWER INPUT ASPECT EXIT 1 BBS CH05 5.5MHz Corontation Street Bad Signal Encrypted STTL Stereo MENU RETURN Information banner OPTION DIRECT TV REC Select a channel down •...
Other useful functions (Operate after HOLD Hold Freeze / unfreeze picture Check or change the current OPTION programme status instantly • change To change Display the select current Teletext Language programme Selects teletext language status Volume Correction Adjusts volume of individual channel or input mode Note •...
Connect the external equipment (VCRs, DVD equipment, etc.) and you can watch the input. To connect the equipment (p. 8) The Remote Control is capable of operating some functions of selected Panasonic external equipment. Display the Input select menu INPUT...
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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...
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.
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If you wish to hold the current page without updating Stop or resume automatic updating HOLD HOLD HOLD To resume Return to the main index page INDEX INDEX Call up a • F.P. Call up the page stored in “blue”. •...
How to Use Menu Functions Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions. Display the menu • Displays the functions that can be set MENU (varies according to the input signal) INPUT ASPECT EXIT Select the menu access Main Menu...
Overview Main Menu VIERA Link VIERA Link Menu The menu of the accessed VIERA Link Control Recorder equipment Speaker Selection Home Cinema Picture (p. 29) Sound Setup Language Picture Menu Menu Dynamic Contrast Brightness Colour Sharpness Tint Colour Temperature Cool CH Colour Set Colour Management Picture Menu...
How to Use Menu Functions Menu list Item Adjustments / Confi gurations (alternatives) Menu Controls the connected Panasonic equipment VIERA Link Control “Easy control only with VIERA remote control” (p. 29) “Speaker control” (p. 29) • You can also access VIERA Link Menu directly using the VIERA Link button on the Speaker Selection remote control.
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Menu list Menu Item Adjustments / Confi gurations (alternatives) Selects optional colour system based on video signals in AV mode AV Colour System (Auto / PAL / SECAM / NTSC4.43 / NTSC3.58) Available only with 480p or 576p input signals in a natural colour from digital equipment connected to AV2 / AV3 Component or HDMI terminal Select SD or HD to adjust suitable colour parameters for SD (standard defi...
Editing and Setting Channels The current channel settings can be changed according to your needs and reception conditions. Display the menu MENU INPUT ASPECT EXIT Select “Setup” MENU RETURN access Main Menu VIERA Link OPTION DIRECT TV REC Picture select Sound Setup Language...
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Automatically set the channels received in the area. If a Child Lock PIN number (p. 24) has been set, it must be entered. Select the channel selection method (Position / Direct) “Channel Selection” (p. 22) Start Auto Tuning Access “Auto Tuning” Select your system Settings are made automatically select...
Control Channel Audience You can lock specifi c channels and control who watches them. (When a channel is selected, a message appears; by entering the PIN number, you can watch the channel.) Display the menu INPUT MENU ASPECT EXIT Select “Setup” MENU RETURN access...
Restore Settings Resets the TV to its original condition, i.e. no channels tuned in. All settings (channels, picture, sound quality, etc.) are reset. Display the menu MENU INPUT ASPECT EXIT Select “Setup” MENU RETURN access Main Menu VIERA Link Picture OPTION DIRECT TV REC select Sound...
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. 14) Display the menu MENU INPUT Select “Setup”...
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. 30) Select the external input INPUT ASPECT EXIT...
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, Amplifi er, etc.) with HDMI cables allow you to interface them automatically.
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When it is stopped operating, input mode is not returned. You can control the theatre speaker with TV’s remote control. This function is available when Panasonic Amplifi er or Player theatre is connected. • If you cannot access the menu, check the Home Cinema settings and the equipment (p.
AV IN COMPONENT VIDEO COMPONENT S VIDEO VIDEO MONO MONO MONO This slot is for services by the Panasonic AUDIO dealer. AUDIO AUDIO MONITOR AV2 IN AV3 IN Types of connectable equipment to each connector AV1 IN AV2 IN AV3 IN MONITOR...
Use fully wired HDMI compliant cable. • Amplifi er Read the manuals of the equipment too. Easy playback, Easy control only with VIERA remote control HD Video Camera Panasonic DVD Recorder Speaker system Panasonic Player theatre Panasonic DVD Recorder, HD Video Camera, etc.
Technical Information Channel Allocation System Selection China HK/UK Asia/M.East NZ/INDONES Australia E.Europe SPECL Ver America CATV Japan CH DISPLAY RECEIVE CHANNEL – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –...
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Easy playback is also available by using the remote control for Amplifi er or Player theatre. Read the manuals of the equipment. • “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.
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Technical Information Stereo / Bilingual Sound Selection When you receive the stereo / bilingual sound system, sound output modes can be selected by pressing the Stereo / Bilingual Sound Selection button. Audio Signal STEREO MAIN MONO Mode Indicator NICAM ..Used in New Zealand, Singapore, Hong Kong etc. Regular broadcast NICAM DUAL MONO Regular + NICAM MONO...
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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).
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.
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Problem Actions • Set “P-NR” in the Picture Menu (to remove noise). (p. 20) • Chaotic image, noisy Check nearby electrical products (car, motorcycle, fl uorescent lamp). • Is “Colour” or “Contrast” in the Picture Menu set to the minimum? No image can be (p.
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Specifi cations TH-42PV7AZ Power Source AC 220-240 V, 50 / 60 Hz Average use 341 W Standby condition 0.7 W Aspect Ratio 16:9 106 cm (diagonal) Visible screen size 922 mm (W) × 518 mm (H) Number of pixels 786,432 (1,024 (W) × 768 (H)) [3,072 × 768 dots] Speaker 120 mm ×...