The images shown in this manual are for illustrative purposes only. Operating Instructions 42”/50” Class 1080p Plasma HDTV (41.6/49.9 inches measured diagonally) Model No. Quick Start Guide (See page 6-17) For assistance (U.S.A./Puerto Rico), please call: 1-877-95-VIERA (958-4372) or visit us at www.panasonic.com/contactinfo TH-42PZ80Q TH-50PZ80Q TQB2AA0798...
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Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. tru2way™ is a trademark of Cable Television Laboratories, Inc. VIERA Link™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. SDHC Logo is a trademark. HDAVI Control™...
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. DOLBY and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. EZ Sync™ EZ Sync™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. Contents Please read before using the unit Safety Precautions ······································· 4 Notes ···························································· 5 Quick Start Guide Accessories/Optional Accessory ·····...
To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instructions and use only shielded interface cables when connecting to peripheral devices. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Panasonic Corp. of North America could void the user’s authority to operate this device.
This Plasma TV is for use only with the following optional accessories. Use with any other type of optional accessories may cause instability which could result in the possibility of injury. (All of the following accessories are manufactured by Panasonic Corporation.) • Wall-hanging bracket (Vertical) TY-WK42PV3U TY-WK42PV4W •...
Transmitter (2) AA Battery Pedestal TBLX0036 (TH-42PZ80Q) TBLX0037 (TH-50PZ80Q) Product Registration Card (U.S.A.) Customer Care Plan Card (U.S.A.) Note In order to maintain the TV’s performance and safety, be absolutely sure to ask your dealer or a licensed contractor to secure the wall-hanging brackets.
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Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result. Do not use the pedestal if it becomes warped or physically damaged. If you use the pedestal when it is physically damaged, personal injury may result. Contact your nearest Panasonic Dealer immediately.
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Accessories/Optional Accessory Do not bundle the RF cable and AC cord together (could cause distorted image). Fasten the cables with the Cable clamper as necessary. When using the optional accessories, follow their assembly manuals to fix cables. Reference of connection Antenna terminal Firmly tighten by hand.
For the details of the external equipment’s connections, please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment. When disconnecting the power cord, be absolutely sure to disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet first. For additional assistance, visit us at: www.panasonic.com VHF/UHF Antenna •...
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Basic Connection Example 2 Connecting DVD recorder (VCR) (To record/playback) AV Equipment (e.g. DVD Recorder or VCR) To connect the antenna terminal and DVD recorder or VCR VHF/UHF Antenna ANT IN ANT OUT AV Equipment (e.g. DVD Recorder or VCR) (with TV tuner) (Continued) DVD Recorder...
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Example 3 Connecting DVD recorder (VCR) and satellite receiver DVD Recorder To connect the antenna terminal and Satellite Receiver and DVD recorder or VCR VHF/UHF Antenna ANT IN ANT IN Satellite Receiver DVD Recorder or VCR (with TV tuner) Note For details of external equipment connections, please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment.
Basic Connection To use HDMI terminals Connecting to HDMI terminals will enable you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality sound. For “VIERA Link To use COMPONENT terminals Recorders may also be connected to COMPOSITE or S VIDEO terminals. (see below) To use S VIDEO terminals To use COMPOSITE terminals The S Video input will override the composite video signal when S Video cable is connected.
Identifying Controls Remote control sensor POWER button Within about 23 feet (7 meters) in front of the TV set. Power indicator (on: red, off: no light) Note The TV consumes a limited amount of power as long as the power cord is inserted into the wall outlet. Viewing from SD card (p.
Follow the message on the screen. It is not possible to change the mode by just turning the TV off and on. Please consult your cable service company or local Panasonic dealer for this process. Steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed with your cable company or local Panasonic dealer.
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Available services will vary depending on the cable service company. For more details about the service, please ask your cable service company. ■ Available TV’s remote control buttons Display Main menu Display VOD(Video On Demand) screen. Display TV Guide PAGE Page up/down Available when the function of the keys is displayed on screen Note...
First Time Setup “First time setup” is displayed only when the TV is turned on for the first time after the power cord is inserted into a wall outlet and when “Auto power on” (p. 26-27) is set to “No”. ■...
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Auto channel setup Select “Auto program” First time setup Language Clock Auto program Select “ANT in” Program channel ANT in Auto Select “Auto” Program channel ANT in Auto Select scanning mode Auto program All channels Analog only Digital only Auto program Progress Number of analog channels Number of digital channels...
Watching TV Connect the TV to a cable, satellite box, or antenna cable (p. 9-12) Turn power on GUIDE Select a channel number MENU ■ Other Useful Functions ■ Select Audio Mode for watching TV Listen with SAP (Secondary Digital mode Audio Press SAP to select the next audio track (if available) when receiving a digital channel.
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■ Press FORMAT to cycle through the aspect modes. Change aspect ratio Call up a favorite channel Note Reselect “Cable” or “Antenna” in “ANT in” of “Program channel” to switch the signal reception between cable TV and antenna. (p. 17, 35) The channel number and volume level remain the same even after the TV is turned off.
Viewing from SD Card You can view photos taken with a digital camera or digital video camera and saved on an SD card. (Media other than SD Cards may not be reproduced properly.) TV MENU ■ Press to exit from a menu screen ■...
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Insert the card Card To change the view (slide show mode, adjusting images, etc.) ■ To set up the slide show mode Display “Photo menu” Select “Setup slide show” Photo menu Picture Setup slide show Select the item and adjust Setup slide show Disp.
Watching Videos and DVDs If you have applicable equipment connected to the TV, you can easily watch videos and DVDs using the TV’s remote control. You can select the external equipment to access. To operate other manufacturers’ equipment, you need to register the code of the equipment. (p. 39) VCR DBS/CBL DVD PAGE TV/VCR...
VIERA Link If you connect equipment that has “HDAVI Control” function to this TV with HDMI cable, you can use more convenient functions. Please refer to p. 28-31. Before using these functions, you need to set “VIERA Link” setting to “On” as shown below. Display menu TV MENU Select “Setup”...
How to Use Menu Functions Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions so that you can enjoy watching TV best suited for you. TV MENU ■ Press to exit from a menu screen ■...
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Adjustments/Configurations (alternatives) [Record now/Stop recording] Records programs on the recorder immediately with the TV’s remote control (p. 30-31). [VIERA Link control] Selects equipment to access and operate. (Recorder/Home theater/Player/Camcorder) (p.30-31) [Speaker output] Selects an audio output. (Home theater/TV) (p. 30-31) •...
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How to Use Menu Functions Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions so that you can enjoy watching TV best suited for you. TV MENU ■ Press to exit from a menu screen ■...
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(Continued) Adjustments/Configurations (alternatives) Sets the mode to select the channel with Channel up/down button (All/Favorite/Digital Only/Analog only) • Favorite: Only channels registered as FAVORITE (p. 19) Selects the screen menu language (p. 16) Adjusts the clock (p. 16) Sets channels (p. 34) Selects the terminal and label of the external equipment (p.
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-CDHG10 (3.3 ft/1.0 m), RP-CDHG15 (4.9 ft/1.5 m), RP-CDHG20 (6.6 ft/2.0 m), RP-CDHG30 (9.8 ft/3.0 m), RP-CDHG50 (16.4 ft/5.0 m)
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“TV” to “Theater”. Sound will be output from the Home Theater whenever the TV is powered on. If the “ONE TOUCH PLAY” key is pressed on the remote control for Panasonic Home Theater system, the following sequence of operations is performed automatically.
VIERA Link You can enjoy more convenient operation with the “HDAVI Control” function in the “VIERA Link” menu. For more details on the “HDAVI Control” function, refer to p. 28 TV MENU GUIDE MENU ■ Press to exit from a menu screen ■...
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You can select Home theater or TV speakers for audio output. Control theater speakers with the TV’s remote control. This function is available only when Panasonic Amplifier or Player theater is connected. Select “Speaker output” Select “Home theater” or “TV”...
Lock You can lock specified channels or shows to prevent children from watching objectionable content. TV MENU ■ Press to exit from a menu screen Caution Make a note of your password in case you forget it. (If you have forgotten your password, consult your local dealer.) Note...
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■ To select the channel or the rating of the program to be locked Select up to 7 (1-7) channels to be blocked. These channels will be blocked regardless of the program rating. Select “Mode” and set to “Custom” Select channel to lock. Channel Channel lock lock...
Editing and Setting Channels The current channel settings can be changed according to your needs and reception conditions. TV MENU ■ Press to exit from a menu screen Display menu Select “Setup” Menu VIERA Link Picture Audio Timer Lock SD card Setup Select “Program channel”...
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Automatically searches and adds available channels to the memory. Select “ANT in” Select Cable or Antenna (p. 17) Select “Auto” Program channel ANT in Cable Auto Manual Signal meter Use this procedure when changing the channel setup or changing the channel display. Also, use this to add or skip channels from the channel list manually.
Closed Caption TV MENU ■ Press to exit from a menu screen The television includes a built-in decoder that is capable of providing a text display of the audio. The program being viewed must be transmitting Closed Caption (CC) information. (p. 46) ■...
Input Labels/Monitor Out Display menu and select “Setup” TV MENU Select “External devices” Setup Surf mode Language Clock Program channel External devices Anti image retention ■ Press to exit from Select “Input labels” or “Monitor out” a menu screen External devices Input labels Monitor out Devices connected to external input terminals can be labeled for easier identification during...
Using Timer The TV can automatically turn On/Off at the designated date and time. The Clock must be set before On time/Off time settings. (p. 16) The “Sleep” timer and “On / Off timer” will not work if the “Auto power on” (p. 27) is set. TV MENU ■...
Programming the Remote to Operate Peripheral Equipment You can operate other manufacturers’ equipment using this TV’s remote control. Connect the external equipment to the TV and Power Off the external equipment VCR DBS/CBL DVD ■ Press to return to the TV mode Caution •...
These diagrams show our recommendations on how to connect the TV unit to your various equipment. For other connections, consult the instructions for each piece equipment and its specifications. For additional assistance, please visit our website at: www.panasonic.com Front of the TV ■...
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When audio from other equipment connected to this unit via HDMI is output using “DIGITAL AUDIO OUT” of this unit, the system switches to 2CH audio. (When connecting to an AV amp via HDMI, you can enjoy higher sound quality.) About HDMI cable for connecting Panasonic HD camcorder, read the manual of the equipment. VIERA Link Connections...
Remote Control Operation/Code List The following explains how to operate external devices with the TV’s remote control. Register the remote control codes (p. 39) if you want to operate an external device from another manufacturer. (p. 43-44) Note Operation may not be possible depending on the available memory size of the remote control. This remote control is not designed to cover operation of all functions of all models.
Ratings List for Lock “V-chip” technology enables you to lock channels or shows according to standard ratings set by the entertainment industry. (p. 33) ■ U.S. MOVIE RATINGS (MPAA) NO RATING (NOT RATED) AND NA (NOT APPLICABLE) PROGRAMS. Movie which has not been rated or where rating does not apply.
Technical Information For viewing the CC of digital broadcasting, set the aspect to FULL (If viewing with H-FILL, JUST, ZOOM, or 4:3; characters might be cut off). The CC can be displayed on the TV if the receiver (such as a satellite receiver) has the CC set On using the Component or HDMI connection to the TV.
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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 unit. (Panasonic is not liable for any deterioration or damage of recorded data.) Message...
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Technical Information HDMI connections to some Panasonic equipment allow you to interface automatically. (p. 28) This function may not work normally depending on the equipment condition. The equipment can be operated by other remote controls with this function on even if TV is in Standby mode.
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You can enjoy your home theater by connecting a Dolby Digital (5.1 channel) decoder and “Multi Channel” amplifier to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminals. Caution Depending on your DVD player and DVD-Audio software the copyright protection function may operate and disable optical output. External speakers cannot be connected directly to PROG OUT terminals.
Care and Cleaning First, unplug the Power cord plug from the wall outlet. The front of the display panel has been specially treated. Wipe the panel surface gently using only a cleaning cloth or a soft, lint- free cloth. If the surface is particularly dirty, soak a soft, lint-free cloth in diluted mild liquid dish soap (1 part mild liquid dish soap diluted by 100 times the amount of water) and then wring the cloth to remove excess liquid.
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 or Panasonic Service Center for assistance. For details (p. 55) For additional assistance, please contact us via the website at: www.panasonic.com/contactinfo...
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If there is a problem with your TV, please refer to the table below to determine the symptoms, then carry out the suggested check. If this does not solve the problem, please contact your local Panasonic dealer, quoting the model number and serial number (both found on the rear of the TV).
Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 Limited Warranty Coverage If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company (referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (“Limited Warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair your product...
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