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Panasonic VIERA TC-P50G20 Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic VIERA TC-P50G20 Operating Instructions Manual

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  • Page 1 VIEI'/_Li_t< _ ° ___TM H=-Iml IMAGE V IEWER Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product. 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.
  • Page 2 Panasonic Corporation. of Panasonic Corporation. SD-3C, LLC. countries. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. "AVCHD" and the "AVCHD" logo are trademarks of Panasonic Dolby and the double-D symbol are Corporation and Sony Corporation. trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. This product...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    (for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico only) ....61 ENERGY STAR qualifications. ÷ Customer Services Directory (for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico) ......÷ Limited Warranty (for Canada) ...... 63 HDAVl ControF M is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. www.CE.org/safety...

  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    Do not climb or allow children to climb on the Plasma TV optional accessories may cause instability. The following • Place or install the Plasma TV where it cannot accessories are manufactured by Panasonic Corporation. pushed, pulled over or knocked down. • Wall-hanging bracket (Angled) • Route all cords...
  • Page 5 • Do not place any objects on top of the Plasma TV. If water or an object gets inside the Plasma TV, if the If water spills onto the Plasma TV or foreign objects get Plasma TV is dropped, or if the enclosure becomes inside it, a short-circuit may occur which could result in damaged,...
  • Page 6 Flat panel displays can be heavy. Panasonic recommends that a qualified installer perform the wall-mount installation. See page 4. The American Academy of Pediatrics discourages television viewing for children younger than two years of age.

  • Page 7: Notes

    FCC Declaration of Conformity Model No. TC-P50G20, TC-P54G20 Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Contact Source: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company 1-877-95-Vl ERA (958-4372) email: consumerproductsC_panasonic.com CANADIAN NOTICE:...
  • Page 8 Concierge and Quick Start Guide [] Product Registration Card (U.S.A.) _ptional Accessory Please contact your nearest Panasonic dealer to purchase the recommended wall-hanging bracket. For additional details, please refer to the wall-hanging Wall-hanging bracket bracket installation manual (angle) ¢ TY-WK4P1 RW (for 50")
  • Page 9 ==Assembling the pedestal ® Fix securely with assembly screws rA_ ® Tighten screws firmly. f_ ..............................[TC-P54G20 (TBLX0157)] [TC-P5OG20 (TBLX0147)] Accessories (3 screws) Assembly screws XYN5+F18FN (for 50") Pole M5 x 18 (Silver) (3) XYN5+F25FN (for 54") M5 x 25 (Silver) (4) Front THEI_O79N (for 50") THEI_O73N (for 54")
  • Page 10 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. During set-up, make sure that all screws are securely tightened.
  • Page 11 ® For more details on 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 www.panasonic.ca...
  • Page 12 Basic Connection (Continued) use HDMI terminals AV OUT HDMI ® Connecting to HDMI terminals will enable you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality sound. ® The HDMI connection is required for a 1080p signal. ® For "VlERA Link connections", please refer to p.
  • Page 13 Identifying Controls Front of the TV Back of the TV SD card _lot USB 1/2 Selects channels in sequence Volume up/down - Remote control Displays HDMI Input 3 connector sensor within about Menu 23 feet (7 meters) in Video Input 2 connector front of the TV set -Power indicator Changes the input...
  • Page 14 First Time Setup First time setup screen 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. 33) is set to "No". Turn the TV On with the POWER button (TV) (Remote)
  • Page 15 Auto channel setup (ANT/Cable setup) Select the connected Antenna in terminal Not used: Go to Q (Labelinputs) Select "Not used" when no wire is connected to the "Antenna/Cable" terminal. ® Typical when a Cable/Satellite box is connected to a TV input. ®...
  • Page 16 First Time Setup (Continued) Configure Network settings 0) Select the Network type Set later: Go to O You can set in "Setup" menu later. Wireless (WiFi): Start "Wireless network" (p. 17) {2) Select the setting mode Automatic: Press OK to start setup automatically, Error screen is displayed when Network connection has failed.
  • Page 17 Adjust the Clock (Set clock) Select NEXT then press OK to go to the next step. • Manual setting Follow the instructions on screen to complete the following operations. • Auto setting ..._" Manual: Adjust the clock manually (Year/Month/Day/Hour/Minute) Auto: The clock is adjusted automatically via Internet service.

  • Page 18: Watching Tv

    Watching TV Basic connection (p. 11-12) Turn power on (Remote) (TV) INPUT POWER POWER ® If the mode is not TV, press _ and select TV. (p. 28) Select a channel number (Remote) • To directly enter the digital channel number When tuning to a digital channel, press the button to enter the...
  • Page 19 • Displays or removes the channel banner INFO Channel Clock Station Signal Picture Sleep timer identifier resolution mode remaining time Closed caption Rating Level Aspect ratio • Press FORMAT to cycle through the aspect modes (p. 53) FORMAT 4 _l •...
  • Page 20 Watching TV (Continued) • Set the Favorite Feature • Use the Favorite Feature Display the SUB MENU. Display"Favorite channels" FAVORITE MENU Select"Set favorite" Select the channel Set the displayed channel Set a Favorite channel (to save the channel _::] _"_}_ select the list number without pressing OK) Delete a favorite channel...
  • Page 21 Using VIERA TOOLS VIERA TOOLS is the easy way to access frequently-used menu items. They are displayed as shortcut icons on the TV screen. Unlike a conventional menu, you can enjoy using, playing or setting a function quickly. Display VlERA TOOLS Select the item Set each item...
  • Page 22 Viewing withVIERAIMAGE VIEWER (Media player) The VlERA Image Viewer is a function that lets you easily view still and motion images on a VlERA television by simply inserting an SD card into the VlERA SD card slot. Media player: You can also view still and motion images and play music saved on a USB flash memory and an SD card. •...

  • Page 23: Using Vl Era Tools

    Insert a Media (SD card or USB flash memory) This setting will be skipped next time unless you select "Set later" (SD card only). _1_Set "Image viewer settings" Select "Play image viewer now" Slideshow:A Slideshow will start _'_ ro_select automatically next time. Image viewer auto play ..
  • Page 24 Viewing withVIERAIMAGE VIEWER (Media player) (Continued) Photo view In @ (p. 23) 7 x 4 (28 photos) 10 x 6 (60 photos) in @ (p. 23) _) Displays each view (sorted) _i_ Display "Sort selection" menu Select the item (eg "Sort by date" view) Folders (ascending order of numeric/alphabetical) Sort by month (ascending order of the month) Sort by date (ascending order of the date )
  • Page 25 • Adjust the Picture and Audio In @ or @(p. 23) _i_Display "Photo settings" example: Picture menu Picture menu/Audio menu (p. 32) Select the item • Use VIERA Link function VIERA Link (p. 38) • SD Card / USB select (SD/USBI/USB2) (example) •...
  • Page 26 VIERA CAST TM You can access information services (TV content) from the Home screen via the Internet. ® You need broadband environment to use this service. Preparations ® Internet connections (p. 27) ® Network settings (p. 40-43) Display the Home screen Select the item and press OK •...
  • Page 27 Contact your Broadband service provider NOTICE: If you don't have Internet service by your local provider, please order a high-speed Internet service at no less than the following connection speed. If you already have such service, make sure that the connection speed exceeds the following. ®...

  • Page 28: Watching Videos And Dvds

    Watching Videos and DVDs If you have applicable equipment connected to the TV, you can watch videos and DVDs on the TV screen. You can select the external equipment to access. With the connected equipment turned Display the Input select menu INPUT Select the input mode Press the corresponding...
  • Page 29 If you connect equipment that has the "HDAVI Control" function to the TV using an HDMI cable, you will find it easier to use. Please refer to p. 34-39. Before using these functions, you need to set "VIERA Link" setting to "On" as shown below. Display the menu Select "Setup"...

  • Page 30: Displaying Pc Screen On Tv

    Displaying PC Screen on TV The screen of the PC connected to the unit can be displayed on the TV. You can also listen to PC sound with the audio cable connected. To connect PC. (p. 51) INPUT Display the Input select menu Select "PC"...
  • Page 31 How to Use Menu Functions Various menus allow you to set the picture, sound, and other functions so that you can enjoy watching best suited for you. menu @® ED"F Display ÷ Shows the functions that can be adjusted. ® Some functions will be disabled depending on the type of input signal.
  • Page 32 How to Use Menu Functions • Menu list Menu Item Adjustments/Configurations (alternatives) Reset to defaults* Resets all picture adjustments to factory default settings except for "Advanced picture". F_icture mode Basic picture mode (VividlStandardlTHXIGamelCustom) (p. 55) Adjusts the color, brightness, etc. for each picture mode to suit your taste Contrast, Brightness, Display range ContrastlBrightnesslColorlSharpness:O...
  • Page 33 • Menu list Menu Adjustments/Configurations (alternatives) Locks the channels and programs. (p. 44) Closed caption Displays subtitles (Closed caption) (p. 48) Sets the mode to select the channel with the Channel up/down button. Channel surf mode (All/Favorite/Digital only/Analog only) ÷ Favorite: Only channels registered as FAVORITE.
  • Page 34 TV remote. Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with Panasonic products which have the "HDAVl Control" function. This TV supports "HDAVl Control 5" function. Connections to the equipment (DVD recorder DIGA, HD Camcorder, Home theater system, Amplifier, etc.) with HDMI cables allow you to interface with them automatically.
  • Page 35 ® 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.) ® For details about HDMI cables for connecting a Panasonic HD camcorder, read the manual for the equipment.
  • Page 36 VIERA Link TM"HDAVI Control TM''* Display the menu Select "Setup" Select "VIERA Link settings" Select "VIERA Link" Select "On" • Press to exit from (default is On) a menu screen EXIT Select settings • Press to return to the previous screen RETURN...
  • Page 37 "TV" to "Theater". Sound will be output from the Home theater whenever the TV is powered on. If the "ON E TOUCH PLAY" key is pressed on the remote control for a Panasonic Home theater system, the following sequence of operations is performed automatically: _# Home theater power switches On, and playback begins.
  • Page 38 VIERA Link TM"HDAVI Control TM'' You can enjoy more convenient operation with the "H DAVI Control" function in the "VIERA Link" menu. For more details on the "HDAVI Control" function, refer to p. 34 Display the VIERA Link menu VIEfA Select the item Select •...
  • Page 39 You can select the Home theater or TV speakers for audio output. • Home theater: Adjustment for the equipment Control the theater speakers with the TV remote control. This function is available only when a Panasonic Amplifier Volume up / down ÷ or Player theater is connected. MUTE _1_ Select "Speaker...

  • Page 40: Network Settings

    Network Settings This is a setting for connecting to a broadband environment. Display the menu Select "Setup" Select "Network settings" _i))j)))ii)!_);;ii;_ ..• Press to exit from a menu screen EXIT Select the settings and set • Press to return to the previous screen RETURN...
  • Page 41 Check that the Network settings are as shown below, and then start "Connection test". d_ Select "Connection test" and press OK _2_Displayed Connection test screen (It takes a while to cancel the test.) _ Complete Connection test Success->Completion screen is displayed. Error-->Follow the directions on screen to complete the setting.
  • Page 42 Network Settings Display the menu Select "Setup" Select "Network settings" • Press to exit from a menu screen EXIT Select the item and adjust • Press to return to the previous screen RETURN...
  • Page 43 (continued) tIP setting] • Manual setting Select "IP setting mode" and set to Select "IP setting mode" and set to "Manual" "Automatic" (WhenIP automaticacquisition inDHCP can be used) _-2) S elect the item and press OK (_ Check the specifications of the broadband router and enter each IP address The acquired address is displayed.

  • Page 44: Lock

    Lock You can lock specified channels or shows to prevent children from watching objectionable content. Display the menu Select "Lock" Youwill beaskedto enteryour password eachtime you displaythe Lockmenu. Input your 4-digit password A 4-digit code must be entered to view a blocked program or change rating settings.
  • Page 45 • To select the channel or the rating of the program to lock Select up to 7 (1-7) channels to block. These channels will be blocked regardless of the program rating. Select "Mode" and set to "Custom" Select a channel to lock )select ®...

  • Page 46: Editing And Setting Channels

    Editing and Setting Channels The current channel settings can be changed according to your needs and reception conditions, Display the menu Select "Setup" Select "ANT/Cable setup" Select the function • Press to exit from a menu screen EXIT To reset the settings of the Setup menu Select "Reset to defaults"...
  • Page 47 Automatically searches and adds a vailable channels tothe memory. Select "ANT in" _ Select a scanning mode (p. 15) ÷ Select "Cable" or "Antenna" Or select "Not used" (p. 15). {2) Select "Auto program" Settings are made automatically ® After the scanning is completed, select "Apply".

  • Page 48: Closed Caption

    Closed Caption Display the menu Select "Closed caption" 'T.K'----T" _2_ next (_0select • Press to exit from a menu screen EXIT 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 the Closed caption (CC) information.

  • Page 49: Input Labels

    Input Labels the menu Display Select "Setup" Select "Input labels" © cD--c_ • Press to exit from a EXIT menu screen Devices connected to external input terminals can be labeled for easier identification during the input selection. (In selecting the input mode from p. 28 @) •...

  • Page 50: Using Timer

    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. 17) ® The "Sleep" timer and "On / Off timer" will not work if the "Auto power on" (p. 33) is set. Display the menu Select "Timer"...

  • Page 51: Recommended Av Connections

    For additional assistance, please visit our website at: www.panasonic.com www.panasonic.ca Front of the TV Back of the TV AC 120 V 60 Hz AC Cord (Connect after all the other connections are LAN connection (p.

  • Page 52: Ratings List For Lock

    Ratings List for Lock "V-chip" technology enables you to lock channels or shows according to standard ratings set by the entertainment industry. (p. 45) U.S. MOVIE RATINGS (MPAA) NO RATING (NOT RATED) AND NA (NOTAPPLICABLE) PROGRAMS. Movie which has not been rated or where ratinq does not apply.

  • Page 53: Technical Information

    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 set-top box or satellite receiver) has the CC set On using the Component or HDMI connection to the TV.
  • Page 54 @ 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.) 24 mm @ The device is not inserted.
  • Page 55 =1 ; _7-'I _ EH -" IJT-'\vA I[e,ZS]T[_ p,,,_u_ HDMI connections to some Panasonic equipment allow you to interface automatically. (p. 34) @ This function may not work normally depending on the equipment condition. @ The equipment can be operated...
  • Page 56 Technical Information (Continued) IJ][e]IIIL,_ I !r_,_llJ J][e][e]llJI _ 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.

  • Page 57: Care And Cleaning

    Mark: Applicable input signal for Component (Y, PB, HDMI and PC PR), 525 (480) / 60i 15.73 59.94 525 (480)/60p 31.47 59.94 750 (720)/60p 45.00 59.94 1,1 25 (1,080)/60i 33.75 59.94 1,125 (1,080)/60p 67.43 59.94 1,1 25 (1,080)/60p 67.50 60.00 1,125(1,080)/24p 26.97 23.98...
  • Page 58 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. details (p. 62, 63) For additional assistance, please contact us via the website at: www.panasonic.com/contactinfo...
  • Page 59 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).

  • Page 60: Specifications

    Specifications AC 120 V, 60 Hz Maximum 441 W 465 W Standby condition 0.2 W 0.2W Drive method AC type 16:9 50 " class (49.9 inches measured diagonally) 54 " class (54.1 inches measured diagonally) 43.5 " x 24.4 " x 49.9" 47.1 "...
  • Page 61 PANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY, DIVISION PANASONIC CORPORATION OF NORTH AMERICA One Panasonic Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 Panasonic Plasma Television Lim ited Warranty 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...
  • Page 62 9 am-9 pm; Saturday-Sunday 10 am-7 pm, EST. • For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-877-833-8855 Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books on line for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at: http://www.pstc.panasonic.com or, send your request by E-mail to: npcparts@us.panasonic.com...
  • Page 63 This warranty is given only to the original purchaser, or the person for whom it was purchased as a gift, of a Panasonic brand product mentioned above sold by an authorized Panasonic dealer in Canada and purchased and used in Canada, <...
  • Page 64 Consumer Electronics Company, 5770 Ambler Drive Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 CANADA New Jersey 07094 U.S.A. tt 2010 Panasonic Corporation of North America. All Rights Reserved. Printed in U.S.A. tt 2010 Panasonic Corporation of North America.

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