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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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Operating Instructions Plasma Television TH-42PZ800A Model No. TH-46PZ800A TH-50PZ800A 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 TQBC2293-2
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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” 2
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Quick Start Guide Viewing Advanced FAQs, etc. media excitement Contents Be Sure to Read Safety Precautions ······································4 • (Warning / Caution) Notes ··························································· 5 Enjoy rich multi-media • Maintenance ··············································· 5 • Quick Start Guide SD memory Card Accessories / Options ········· 6 • Basic Connection ·················· 8 • Identifying Controls ············ 11 Camcorder • Auto Tuning ····
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Safety Precautions Warning Handling the mains plug and lead Insert the mains plug fully into the socket outlet. (If the mains plug is loose, it could generate heat and cause fi re.) • Ensure that the mains plug is easily accessible. • Ensure the earth pin on the mains plug is securely connected to prevent electrical shock. • Do not touch the mains plug with a wet hand. (This may cause electrical shock.) • Do not use any mains lead other than that provided with this TV. (This may cause fi re or ele
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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 Cleaning an energized TV may cause electrical shock. covered by the warranty. • When the TV is not going to be used for a Typical still images Programme number and other logos long period of time, remove the mains plug • Image displayed in “4:3” mode This TV will sti
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Accessories / Options Check that you have the accessories and items shown Standard accessories Remote Control Batteries for the Clamper (2) Mains Lead OK Remote Control (2) N2QAYB000228 p. 10 p. 8 • 13 2 46 5 R6 (AA) 79 8 • 0 CH VOL TV Operating Instructions Cleaning cloth Pedestal with Warranty p. 7 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
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Accessories / Options Quick Start Guide • Attaching the pedestal Securing the TV Warning Use the assembly screws to fasten securely. Do not disassemble or modify the pedestal. Make sure that the screws are securely tightened. Otherwise the TV may fall over and become • • damaged, and personal injury may result. Carry out the work on a horizontal and level • surface. Caution View from the bottom Do not use any other TV and displays. M5 × 25 mm Otherwise the TV may fall over and become B • da
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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 Rear of the TV Aerial Push until both Make sure that side tabs click the mains lead is securely fi xed. AC 220-240 V To remove from the TV: 50 / 60 Hz • Pre
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Basic Connection Quick Start Guide • Example 2 Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR TV, DVD Recorder or VCR Rear of the TV Aerial AC 220-240 V 50 / 60 Hz Mains lead (supplied) Please refer to the diagram in example 1 • for mains lead connection. RCA cable AUDIO VIDEO RF cable RF OUT OUT OUT RF cable RF IN DVD Recorder or VCR Note VIERA Link connection p. 38 • If your recorder is not available for DVB p. 48 • Read the manual of the equipment too. • 9
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Basic Connection Example 3 Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR and Set top box TV, DVD Recorder / VCR and Set top box Rear of the TV Aerial AC 220-240 V 50 / 60 Hz Mains lead (supplied) Please refer to the • diagram in example 1 for mains lead connection. RF cable Set top box RF cable RF IN HDMI AUDIO VIDEO OUT OUT OUT Fully wired HDMI RCA cable compliant cable RCA cable VIDEO AUDIO AUDIO VIDEO RF OUT OUT OUT IN IN DVD Recorder RF cable or VCR RF IN Using the clamper Rear of the TV Do not bundle
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Identifying Controls Quick Start Guide • Basic Connection • Identifying Controls TV Function select Volume / Contrast / Brightness / Colour / Sharpness / Tint • (NTSC mode) / Bass / Treble / Balance / Auto Tuning (p. 30) Lift door to open Changes the input mode AUDIO 3 AV4 IN AV IN S VIDEO VIDEO L R Increases or decreases the programme position by Headphones AV4 HDMI3 SD Card one. When a function is already displayed, press jack terminals terminal slot to increase or decrease the selected fu
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Auto Tuning Search and store TV programmes 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) 1 You can now use the remote • control to turn On the TV or turn the TV to standby mode. (Power LED: On) Select your state Select State / Territory New South Wales / Australian Capital Territory 2 Victoria Queensland POWER South Australia select INPUT Western Australia Nort
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Auto Tuning Quick Start Guide • 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 OK have been set RETURN Return to the previous menu Using the On Screen EXIT Exit the menu system and return to the normal viewing screen Displays ON SCR
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Watching TV Turn power on POWER Mains power On / Off switch should be On. (p. 11) 1 • If “Shop” is displayed on the top right of the screen, • reset settings in “Shipping Condition” (p. 32), and select “Home” in “Auto Tuning” (p. 12). POWER Select DVB (Digital Video Broadcasting) or INPUT Analogue mode ASPECT EXIT 2 Also possible to select the mode using the • TV button on the front panel of the TV. (p. 11) OK MENU RETURN Information banner RG Y B appears whenever you select a programme AS
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Watching TV Viewing • Other useful functions Display Information banner INFO Also appears when changing a programme • Event Programme Current time Category Example: 1 TEN Digital 10:30 am All DVB Services Select FAV List Coronation Street 9:00 am - 11:00 am Software update Now Rating: PG Bad Signal 45 DVB: Event Start / Finish time Analogue: Programme status Features available / Message meanings Sound mute On Subtitle service available , I, II, Audio mode (Analogue mode) (p. 45) Teletext servic
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Watching TV Other useful functions ASPECT Aspect Selection 16:9 Change the aspect ratio 14:9 Just 4:3 4:3 Full Zoom1 Enjoy viewing the picture at its optimum size and aspect. Zoom2 Zoom3 Select EXIT Change Display Aspect While the list is displayed, RETURN Selection list select the mode Aspect ASPECT store Selection list select To change the mode using the ASPECT button only • ASPECT (Press repeatedly until you reach the desired mode) 16:9 14:9 Directly displays the Displays the image at
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Using TV Guide Viewing • Watching TV • 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). Analogue programmes will be listed after DVB programmes. “D” means DVB programme and “A” means • Analogue programme. View TV Guide GUIDE POWER Each time pressed, t
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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. This facility enables fast access to information on the subjects shown. What is TOP mode? (in case of TOP text broadcasting) TOP is
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Viewing Teletext Viewing • Stop automatic updating (If you wish to hold the current page without updating) HOLD HOLD HOLD To resume Return to the main index page INDEX INDEX Display subtitles Call up STTL Call up P801 (subtitle page) if available. • subtitles If you press this button during P801 is displayed, teletext mode will be • cancelled and return to TV. Watch TV and Teletext in two windows at once View in MENU Select Picture and text multi (Press twice) • On or Off window Operations
