Operating Instructions Plasma Television Model No. TH-37PX81FV TH-42PX81FV 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. Please refer to Pan European Guarantee Card if you need to contact your local Panasonic dealer for assistance.
Turn your own living room into a movie theatre! Experience an amazing level of multi- Notice for DVB functions • •• • 2 Any functions related to DVB (Digital Video Broadcasting) will work in areas where DVB-T (MPEG2 and MPEG4-AVC) digital terrestrial broadcasting are received. Consult your local Panasonic dealer with coverage areas. DVB functions may not be available in some countries. Some functions may not be available in some countries. This TV has the capability for DVB speci cations.
media excitement Contents Be Sure to Read • •• Safety Precautions ······································ 4 (Warning / Caution) Notes ··························································· 5 Maintenance················································ 5 Enjoy rich multi-media Camcorder Quick Start Guide Accessories / Options ········· 6 Identifying Controls ·············· 8 Basic Connection ················ 10 Auto Setup······························ 12 •• •• Quick Start Guide SD memory Card Per
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 re.) Ensure that the mains plug is easily accessible. Ensure the earth pin on the mains plug is securely connected to prevent electrical shock. An apparatus with CLASS I construction shall be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection. Do not touch the mains plug with a wet hand.
Notes Caution Do not display a still picture for a long time When cleaning the TV, remove the mains plug •When the TV is not going to be used for a long period of time, remove the mains plug • Cleaning an energized TV may cause electrical shock. 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.
Accessories / Options Standard accessories Remote Control • Check that you have the accessories and items shown Batteries for the Remote Control (2) N2QAYB000239 • Clamper p. 8 Mains Lead p. 11 R6 (UM3) TV Operating Instructions Cleaning cloth Pedestal p. 7 Pan European Guarantee Card • 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.
Attaching the pedestal Warning Do not disassemble or modify the pedestal. Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result. • Caution • • • • • Assembly screw (4) (silver) • THEL062N Pole (2) •• • TBLX0053 R M5 × 25 Assembling the pedestal Use the four assembly screws to fasten the left and right poles to the base securely. Make sure that the screws are securely tightened. Forcing the assembly screws the wrong way will strip the threads.
Accessories / Options Using the clamper Rear of the TV • •• Attach the clamper hole Do not bundle the RF cable and mains lead together (could cause distorted image). Fix cables with clampers as necessary. When using the optional accessory, follow the option’s assembly manual to x cables.
Identifying Controls Remote Control Standby On / Off switch Input mode selection •Aspect • • VIERA Link Menu •Guide • OK •• •• Switches TV On or Off standby (p. 16) Changes aspect ratio from Aspect Selection list Also possible by pressing this button repeatedly until you reach the desired aspect INPUT SD Card (p. 38) OPTION SD CARD EXIT (p. 17) Displays Programme Guide or Programme List • Option Menu • Switches to SD Card viewing mode (p.
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 rst.
Example 3 Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR and Set top box TV, DVD Recorder / VCR and Set top box Rear of the TV Push until both side tabs click • Make sure that the mains lead is securely xed.
Auto Setup Search and store TV programmes automatically. These steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed by your local dealer. 1 Plug the TV into mains socket and switch On 2 Select the language INPUT (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.
Many features available on this TV can be accessed via the On Screen Display menu.
Watching TV INPUT 1 Turn power on 2 Select DVB (Digital Video Broadcasting) or Analogue mode (Press for about 1 second) • OPTION SD CARD Mains power On / Off switch should be On. (p. 8) EXIT • RETURN Also possible to select the mode using the TV button on the front panel of the TV. (p. 8) 1 BBC ONE WALES Coronation Street 20 : 00 ~ 20 : 55 3 20:35 Now Select a programme up or Profile 1 Change category For info press Information banner appears whenever you select a programme For details p.
Other useful functions Display Information banner • Also appears when changing a programme Event Programme type (Radio, Data, HDTV, etc.
Watching TV Other useful functions Aspect selection Change the aspect ratio Auto 16:9 14:9 Just 4:3 4:3 Full Zoom1 Zoom2 Zoom3 Enjoy viewing the picture at its optimum size and aspect.
Using Programme Guide Using Programme Guide enables you to select programme easily, view event informations, etc. Programme 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). •• This function varies depending on the country you select (p. 12). Analogue programmes will be listed after DVB programmes. “D” means DVB programme and “A” means Analogue programme.
Viewing Teletext You can enjoy teletext broadcasting, including news, weather forecasts and subtitles, if this service is provided by the broadcasters. What is FLOF (FASTEXT) mode? In FLOF 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.
Stop automatic updating HOLD (If you wish to hold the current page without updating) To resume Return to the main index page INDEX Call up a favourite page View a favourite page stored •• Call up the page stored in “blue”. Factory setting is “P103”. Watch TV and Teletext in two windows at once View in multi window • MENU (Press twice) • Select Picture and text On or Off Operations can be made only in Teletext screen.
Watching Videos and DVDs Connect the external equipment (VCRs, DVD equipment, etc.) and you can watch the input. To connect the equipment p. 10 and p. 11 The Remote Control is capable of operating some functions of selected Panasonic external equipment. • 1 INPUT OPTION SD CARD When connecting with SCART as example 2 or 3 (p. 10 and p.
Panasonic equipment connected to the TV can be directly operated with the remote control.
How to Use Menu Functions Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions.
Overview Main Menu VIERA Link Picture VIERA Link Menu Pause Live TV Direct TV Rec VIERA Link Control Speaker Selection Access Start Recorder Home Cinema Sound Setup The menu of the accessed equipment (p. 43 - 45) Picture Menu 1/2 Viewing Mode Contrast Brightness Colour Sharpness Tint Colour Balance Colour Management P-NR Dynamic Warm Off Off Picture Menu 2/2 Off Set • 3D-COMB Reset to Default How to Use Menu Functions (picture, sound quality, etc.) (p.
How to Use Menu Functions Menu list Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) VIERA Link Pause Live TV Direct TV Rec VIERA Link Control Controls the connected equipment with VIERA Link function, and enables various convenient recording, playback, etc. (p. 43 - 45) You can also access VIERA Link Menu directly using the VIERA Link button on the remote control.
Menu list Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Mode Basic sound mode (Music / Speech) Bass Increases or decreases level to enhance or minimise lower, deeper sound output Treble Increases or decreases level to enhance or minimise sharper, higher sound output Balance Adjusts volume level of right and left speakers Headphone Volume Adjusts the volume of the headphones Surround Surround sound settings (Off / On) Provides a dynamic enhancer to simulate improved spatial effects Swi
How to Use Menu Functions Menu list Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) AV Colour System Selects optional colour system based on video signals in AV mode (Auto / PAL / SECAM / M.NTSC / NTSC) DVB Pro le Edit Creates list of favourite programmes (p. 31) DVB Service List Skips the unwanted DVB programmes (p. 31) Analogue Service List Skips the unwanted Analogue programmes or edits Analogue programmes (p.
Menu list Menu Item Off Timer Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Sets the time the TV automatically turns Off (Off / 15 / 30 / 45 / 60 / 75 / 90 minutes) Language OSD Language Changes language for on-screen displays Preferred Audio 1/2 Selects the preferred language for DVB multi audio (depending on the broadcaster) Preferred Subtitles 1 / 2 Selects the preferred language for DVB subtitles (depending on the broadcaster) To display subtitles p.
DVB Settings (DVB mode) DVB Settings provide access to various advanced features.
The Common Interface Module menu provides access to software contained on Common Interface (CI) Modules. This function may not be available in some countries or regions. Although CI module may enable you to view some services, this TV does not guarantee all services (e.g. pay-TV). Please use only the approved CI module by the broadcaster. Consult your local Panasonic dealer or broadcasters for more information and conditions of the services.
Editing Programmes You can make your favourite programme lists and skip unwanted programmes, etc. 1 Select DVB or Analogue •• “DVB Pro le Edit” and “DVB Service List” are available in DVB mode only. “Analogue Service List” is available in Analogue mode only.
Create your favourite programme list (Pro le) from various broadcasters (up to 4: Pro le 1 to 4). The list is added to “Category” in Programme Guide (p. 17) and information banner (p. 15) and then easily accessed.
Tuning Programmes You can retune all the TV programmes when moving house or search for new services which may have recently started broadcasting. INPUT OPTION SD CARD 1 Select DVB or Analogue 2 Display the menu 3 Select “Setup” • • “DVB Manual Tuning”, “Add New DVB Services”, “New Service Message” and “DVB Signal Condition” are available in DVB mode only. “Analogue Manual Tuning” is available in Analogue mode only.
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. If a Child Lock PIN number (p. 34) has been set, it must be entered.
Control Programme Audience You can lock specific programmes / AV input terminals and control who watches them. (When the locked programme / input is selected, a message appears; by entering the PIN number, you can watch it.
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 Labels For easier identi 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.
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. 46 • INPUT 1 Select the external input 2 Select “PC” OPTION SD CARD EXIT RETURN access Input Selection select Corresponding signals p. 51 If “H-freq.” or “V-freq.” is shown in red, the signals may not be supported.
Viewing from SD Card Still images recorded by digital cameras will be displayed. 1 Insert the SD Card 2 Enter SD mode (Photo View Mode) 3 Select the photo to be viewed • Warning message for output signal is displayed. • All photos in SD Card are displayed by thumbnail. INPUT OPTION SD CARD EXIT Selected photo Error display (images that could not be loaded, etc.
(Photos) • For details on SD Cards p. 49 To remove To insert SD Card Label surface Push until a click is heard Press the centre of the card Slide show Start Slide show (operate in step or ) Select the photo for the first view Start Slide show red green Slide show is done within the same group if started from the view of the group.
Link Functions ( ) Q-Link VIERA Link Q-Link connects the TV and DVD Recorder / VCR, and enables easy recording, playback, etc. (p. 41) VIERA Link (HDAVI ControlTM) connects the TV and the equipment with VIERA Link function, and enables easy control, convenient recording, playback, etc. (p. 42 - 45) You can use Q-Link and VIERA Link functions together.
Q-Link Preparations • •• •• Connect the DVD Recorder / VCR with the following logos: “Q-Link”, “NEXTVIEWLINK”, “DATA LOGIC”, “Easy Link”, “Megalogic” or “SMARTLINK” Q-Link connection p. 40 Set up the DVD Recorder / VCR. Read the manual of the equipment. Q-Link terminal setup in Setup Menu “Q-Link” (p. 26), “AV1 / AV2 out” (p. 26) Download preset - programme, language, country / region setting (Preset download) “Download” (p. 26) or “Auto Setup” (p. 33) or “Auto Setup” - when first using the TV (p.
Link Functions ( VIERA Link “ ) Q-Link VIERA Link ControlTM” 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, Amplifier, etc.) with HDMI and SCART cables allow you to interface them automatically. These features are limited to models incorporating “HDAVI Control” and “VIERA Link”.
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. Connect DIGA Recorder with both HDMI and SCART cables to use this function. If you cannot operate, check the settings and the equipment “Preparations” (p.
Link Functions ( ) Q-Link 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” function. If you cannot operate, check the settings and the equipment “Preparations” (p.
Features available (Using VIERA Link Menu) You can control the theatre speaker with this TV remote control (point the remote control at the TV’s signal receiver). • • This function is available with the Ampli er or Player theatre which has “HDAVI Control” function. If you cannot operate, check the settings and the equipment “Preparations” (p.
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 speci cations (p. 55). Camcorder / Game equipment (VIDEO) or (S-VIDEO) To listen with speakers (AUDIO) or AV3 Amplifier with speaker system (M3 stereo mini plug) Headphones To adjust volume “Headphone Volume” in the Sound Menu (p.
HDMI equipment PC “HDMI connection” (p.
Technical Information Auto Aspect The optimum size and aspect can be chosen, and you can enjoy ner images. (p. 16) Auto Auto aspect determines the best aspect ratio to use to ll your screen. It does this using a four step process to determine if the picture being viewed is a widescreen picture. If Auto aspect detects a widescreen signal it switches into the appropriate 16:9 or 14:9 widescreen mode.
Updating the software system (DVB mode) Update system software regularly to ensure that you have latest version software. If there is an update available, a noti cation banner is displayed when the service has the update information. To download new software, press “OK” Downloading (approx. 20 mins.) If you choose not to download, press “EXIT”. • To update automatically Set “Auto Update Search in Standby” to “On” (p.
Technical Information SCART, S-VIDEO and HDMI terminal information AV1 SCART terminal AV2 SCART terminal (RGB, VIDEO, Q-Link) (RGB, VIDEO, S-VIDEO, Q-Link) Suitable inputs for AV1 include RGB (Red / Green / Blue). AV2 - Pins 15 and 20 are dependent on AV2 S-VHS / VIDEO switching. Socket Earth CVBS out (video) CVBS earth Red in Red earth Green in Green earth Blue in Blue earth Audio out (L) Audio out (R) Socket Earth CVBS out (video) CVBS earth Red in, S.C.
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). A PC adapter is not necessary for the DOS/V-compliant D-sub 15-pin connector. • • •• •• Note Some PC models cannot be connected to this TV.
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. To customer using indoor aerial In order to enjoy a good quality DVB image, it is important to receive a good quality DVB signal. For this purpose check “DVB Signal Condition” in Tuning Menu (p. 33).
Problem Chaotic image, noisy Screen No image can be displayed Blurry or distorted image (no sound or low volume) Unusual image is displayed Sound No sound is produced Sound level is low or sound is distorted • Actions •• • • • • •• •• Set “P-NR” in the Picture Menu (to remove noise). (p. 24) Check nearby electrical products (car, motorcycle, uorescent lamp). Is “Colour” or “Contrast” in the Picture Menu set to the minimum? (p. 24) Check Colour System. (p. 33) Reset programme. (p.
Licence • • • • • • • • • DVB is a trademark of the DVB Digital Video Broadcasting Project (1991 to 1996). VGA is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Inc., USA. S-VGA is a registered trademark of the Video Electronics Standard Association. Even if no special notation has been made of company or product trademarks, these trademarks have been fully respected. SDHC Logo is a trademark.
Speci cations TH-37PX81FV AC 220-240 V, 50 / 60 Hz Power Source TH-42PX81FV Power Display Consumption panel Average use 235 W Standby condition 0.7 W (Without monitor out recording) 20 W (With monitor out recording) Aspect Ratio 16:9 94 cm (diagonal) 106 cm (diagonal) 819 mm (W) × 457 mm (H) 922 mm (W) × 518 mm (H) 737,280 (1,024 (W) × 720 (H)) 786,432 (1,024 (W) × 768 (H)) [3,072 × 720 dots] [3,072 × 768 dots] 160 mm × 42 mm × 2 pcs, 8 : 20 W (10 W + 10 W), 10% THD M3 (3.
Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used Batteries These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and used batteries, please take them to applicable collection points, in accordance with your national legislation and the Directives 2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC.
