Important Notice - Panasonic TX-42MZ980B Operating Instructions Manual

Important Notice

Do not display any still part of the image for a
long period
In such cases the still part of the image remains dimly on
the screen ("image retention"). This is not considered a
malfunction and is not covered by the warranty.
Typical still image parts:
≥
• Still images shown continuously on the same area
(ex. channel number, channel logo, other logos or
title image, etc.)
• Still or moving pictures viewed in 4:3 or 16:9 aspect
ratio, etc.
• Video games
To avoid image retention, the screen saver may be
≥
activated (OLED logo moves) or the on-screen
message may move after a few minutes if no signals
are sent or no operations are performed.
Set [Logo Luminance Control] to [Max] to avoid image
≥
retention.
[eHELP] (Search by Purpose > Watching > For best
picture > Screen Settings)
To avoid image retention, the screen may become dim
≥
when the motionless image is displayed. This is not a
malfunction. The brightness of the screen returns to
the previous level when the active image is displayed.
Be sure to turn the TV off with the remote control or
≥
Power On / Off switch to perform the panel maintenance.
During the panel maintenance, LED turns to orange.
(p. 12) The maintenance works as necessary.
Set aspect ratio to [4:3 Full] for 4:3 image. For details,
≥
refer to [eHELP] (Search by Purpose > Watching >
For best picture > Aspect).
For more information
≥
"Panel maintenance" (p. 12)
Notice for DVB / Data broadcasting / IPTV
functions
This TV is designed to meet the standards (as of April,
≥
2023) of digital services.
Not all the features are available depending on the
≥
country, area, broadcaster, service provider and
network environment.
≥ Compatibility with future services is not guaranteed.
Internet apps, voice control function are provided by their
respective service providers, and may be changed,
interrupted, or discontinued at any time.
Panasonic assumes no responsibility and makes no
warranty for the availability or the continuity of the
services.
Panasonic does not guarantee operation and
performance of peripheral devices made by other
manufacturers; and we disclaim any liability or damage
arising from operation and/or performance from usage of
such other maker's peripheral devices.
Damages
Excepting cases where responsibility is recognised by
≥
local regulations, Panasonic accepts no responsibility
for malfunctions caused by misuse or use of the
product, and other problems or damages caused by
use of this product.
Panasonic accepts no responsibility for the loss, etc.,
≥
of data caused by disasters.
External devices separately prepared by the customer
≥
are not covered by the warranty. Care for the data
stored in such devices is the responsibility of the
customer. Panasonic accepts no responsibility for
abuse of this data.
Handling of customer information
Certain customer information such as IP address of your
device (this TV)'s network interface will be collected as
soon as you connect your Panasonic-branded smart
television (this TV) or other devices to the internet
(excerpted from our privacy policy). We do this to protect
our customers and the integrity of our Service as well as
to protect the rights or property of Panasonic.
When using Internet connecting function of this TV, after
agreeing (in the jurisdictions where customer's consent is
required to collect personal information under applicable
privacy laws) to or reviewing Panasonic's terms of
service / privacy policy (hereinafter referred to as terms
and conditions etc.), customer information on the use of
this unit may be collected and used according to terms
and conditions etc.
For details of terms of service / privacy policy, refer to
[eHELP] (Search by Purpose > Network > Network
settings > Terms of Service and Settings).
Customer's personal information may be recorded on
this TV by broadcasting organization or application
provider. Before repairing, transferring or discarding this
TV, erase all the information recorded on this TV
according to the following procedure.
[Shipping Condition] in [System Menu] ([Setup] menu)
Customer information may be collected by provider via
application provided by third parties on this TV or
website. Please confirm the terms and conditions etc. of
provider in advance.
• Panasonic will not be held responsible for collecting or
using customer information via application provided by
third party on this TV or website.
• When entering your credit card number, name, etc.,
pay special attention to the trustworthiness of the
provider.
• Registered information may be registered in the server
etc. of provider. Before repairing, transferring or
discarding this TV, be sure to erase the information
according to the terms and conditions etc. of provider.
The recording and playback of content on this or any
other device may require permission from the owner of
the copyright or other such rights in that content.
Panasonic has no authority to and does not grant you
that permission and explicitly disclaims any right, ability
or intention to obtain such permission on your behalf. It is
your responsibility to ensure that your use of this or any
other device complies with applicable copyright
legislation in your country. Please refer to that legislation
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