Panasonic TH37PX81FV Quick Start Guide

Operating Instructions
Plasma Television
Model No.
TH-37PX81FV
TH-42PX81FV
Contents
Be Sure to Read
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Quick Start Guide
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Safety Precautions ··································· 4
(Warning / Caution)
Notes ························································ 5
Maintenance············································· 5
Accessories / Options ············· 6
Identifying Controls ·················· 8
Basic Connection ··················· 10
Auto Setup ······························· 12
How to Use Menu Functions ··· 14
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.
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English
Turn your own living room into a movie theatre!
Experience an amazing level of multi-
Notice for DVB functions
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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 specifications. But future DVB services cannot be
guaranteed.
media excitement
Enjoy rich multi-media
SD memory Card
Camcorder
Personal
computer
Amplifier with
Speaker system
DVD Recorder
VCR
Set top box
DVD player
Up to 100,000 hours Plasma Panel Lifetime
The Plasma display panel used in the 2008 VIERA TV
range is rated for up to 100,000 hours.∗
∗This measurement is based on the time taken for the brightness of
the panel to reduce to half of it’s maximum level.
The time taken to reach this level may vary depending on the
image content and the environment where the TV is used.
Image retention and malfunctions are not taken into account.
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Safety Precautions
Warning
Handling the mains plug and lead
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Insert the mains plug fully into the socket outlet. (If the mains plug is loose, it could generate heat and cause fire.)
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. (This may cause electrical shock.)
Do not use any mains lead other than that provided with this TV. (This may cause fire or electrical shock.)
Do not damage the mains lead. (A damaged lead may cause fire or electrical shock.)
Do not move the TV with the lead plugged in the socket outlet.
Do not place a heavy object on the lead or place the lead near a high-temperature object.
Do not twist the lead, bend it excessively, or stretch it.
Do not pull on the lead. Hold onto the mains plug body when disconnecting lead.
Do not use a damaged mains plug or socket outlet.
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If you find any
abnormality,
remove the mains plug
immediately!
AC 220-240 V
50 / 60 Hz
Power source
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This TV is designed to operate on 220-240 V,
50 / 60 Hz AC.
Do not remove covers
NEVER modify the TV yourself
(High-voltage components may cause serious electrical shock.)
Have the TV checked, adjusted, or repaired at your
local Panasonic dealer.
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Keep liquids away from the TV
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To prevent damage which may result in fire or shock hazard,
do not expose this appliance to dripping or splashing.
Do not place containers with water (flower vase, cups,
cosmetics, etc.) above the TV. (including on shelves
above, etc.)
Do not expose to direct sunlight
and other sources of heat
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Avoid exposing the TV to direct sunlight and other
sources of heat. To prevent fire never place any type of
candle or naked flame on top or near the TV.
Do not place foreign objects
inside the TV
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Do not allow any objects to drop into the TV through
the air vents (fire or electrical shock may result).
Do not place the TV on sloped or
unstable surfaces
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The TV may fall off or tip over.
Use only the dedicated pedestals
/ mounting equipment
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Using an unapproved pedestal or other fixtures may
make the TV unstable, risking injury. Be sure to ask
your local Panasonic dealer to perform setup.
Use approved pedestals / mounts (p. 6).
Do not allow children to handle
SD Card
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As with a small object, SD Card can be swallowed by
young children. Please remove SD Card immediately
after use.
Notes
Caution
■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
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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.
■Transport only in upright position
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Transporting the TV with its display panel facing upright
or downward may cause damage to the internal circuitry.
■Allow sufficient space around the
TV for radiated heat
Minimum distance
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This causes the image to remain on the plasma
screen (“image retention”).
This is not considered a malfunction and is not
covered by the warranty.
Typical still images
Programme number and other logos
Image displayed in 4:3 mode
Video game
Computer image
To prevent image retention, contrast is lowered
automatically after a few minutes if no signals are
sent or no operations are performed.
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■Auto power standby function
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If no signal is received and no operation is
performed in Analogue TV mode for 30 minutes,
the TV will automatically go to standby mode.
■Keep the TV away from these types of
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10
Do not display a still picture for a long time
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equipment
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(cm)
When using the pedestal, keep the space between
the bottom of the TV and the floor surface.
In case of using Wall-hanging bracket, follow the
manual of it.
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■Do not expose your ears to excessive
volume from the headphones
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Irreversible damage can be caused.
Maintenance
First, remove the mains plug from the socket outlet.
Display panel
Notes /
Maintenance
Safety Precautions
Blocked ventilation by newspapers, table cloths, curtains,
etc. may cause overheating, fire or electrical shock.
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■Do not block the rear air vents
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Electronic equipment
In particular, do not place video equipment near
the TV (electromagnetic interference may distort
images / sound).
Equipment with an infrared sensor
This TV also emits infrared rays (this may affect
operation of other equipment).
Regular care: Gently wipe the surface clean of dirt by using a soft cloth.
Major contamination: Wipe the surface clean using a soft cloth dampened with clean water or diluted neutral detergent
(1 part detergent to 100 parts water). Then, using a soft dry cloth, evenly wipe the surface clean until it is dry.
Caution
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The surface of the display panel has been specially treated and may be easily damaged.
Do not tap or scratch the surface with your fingernail or other hard object.
Take care not to subject the surface to insect repellent, solvent, thinner, or other volatile substances
(this may degrade surface quality).
Cabinet, Pedestal
Regular care: Wipe the surface clean using a soft dry cloth.
Major contamination: Dampen a soft cloth with clean water or water containing a small amount of neutral detergent.
Then, wring the cloth and wipe the surface clean with it. Finally, wipe the surface clean with a dry cloth.
Caution
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Take care not to subject the TV's surfaces to detergent.
(A liquid inside the TV could lead to product failure.)
Take care not to subject surfaces to insect repellent, solvent, thinner, or other volatile substances
(this may deteriorate the surface by peeling the paint).
Do not allow the cabinet and pedestal to make contact with a rubber or PVC substance for a long time.
Mains plug
Wipe the mains plug with a dry cloth at regular intervals. (Moisture and dust may lead to fire or electrical shock.)
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Accessories / Options
Standard accessories
Remote Control
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Check that you have the accessories and items shown
Batteries for the
Remote Control (2)
N2QAYB000239
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Clamper
p. 8
Mains Lead
p. 11
R6 (UM3)
TV
Operating Instructions
Cleaning cloth
Pedestal
p. 7
Pan European
Guarantee Card
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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.
Optional accessories
Wall-hanging bracket
(vertical)
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(angle)
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TY-WK42PV3W
TY-WK42PV4W
TY-WK42PR3W
TY-WK42PR4W
Caution
In order to maintain the unit’s performance and safety, be absolutely sure to ask your dealer or a licenced
contractor to secure the wall-hanging brackets.
Carefully read the instructions accompanying the pedestal, and be absolutely sure to take steps to prevent
the TV from tipping over.
Handle the TV carefully during installation since subjecting it to impact or other forces may cause product
damage.
Installing / removing remote’s batteries
1
Pull open
Hook
2
Close
Note the correct
polarity (+ or -)
Caution
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Incorrect installation may cause battery leakage and corrosion, resulting in damage to the remote control.
Do not mix old and new batteries.
Do not mix different battery types (such as alkaline and manganese batteries).
Do not use rechargeable (Ni-Cd) batteries.
Do not burn or breakup batteries.
Batteries must not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
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.
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Caution
Do not use any other TV and displays.
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 while 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.
If insufficient care is taken to ensure screws are properly tightened during assembly, the pedestal will not be
strong enough to support the TV, and it might fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result.
Ensure that the TV does not fall over.
If the TV is knocked or children climb onto the pedestal with the TV installed, the TV may fall over and personal
injury may result.
Two or more people are required to install and remove the TV.
If two or more people are not present, the TV may be dropped, and personal injury may result.
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Assembly screw (4)
(silver)
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XYN5+F18FN
Assembly screw (4)
(black)
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THEL062N
Pole (2)
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L
M5 × 18
Base
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R : TBLA3632
L : TBLA3633
TBLX0053
R
M5 × 25
■Assembling the pedestal
R
D
L
Front
Accessories / Options
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A
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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.
“L” or “R” mark is stamped on the bottom of the pole.
■Securing the TV
Use the assembly screws
to fasten securely.
Make sure that the screws are securely tightened.
Carry out the work on a horizontal and level surface.
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B
View from the bottom
Arrow mark
Hole for pedestal installation
D
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Accessories / Options
Using the clamper
Rear of the TV
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■ 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
fix cables.
■ Bundle the cables
To remove
from the TV:
To loosen:
snaps
Insert the clamper
in a hole
Keep
pushing both
side snaps
hooks
Set the
tip in the
hooks
Keep
pushing
the knob
knob
Identifying Controls
TV
Function select
PULL
/ Contrast / Brightness / Colour /
•Volume
Sharpness / Tint (NTSC mode) / Bass /
Lift door to open
Treble / Balance / Auto Setup
AV3
Changes the
input mode
Headphones jack
AV3 terminals
SD Card slot
Increases or decreases the programme position by one. When a function is already displayed,
press to increase or decrease the selected function. When in Standby mode, switches TV On.
Recording LED
•C.A.T.S. (Contrast Automatic Tracking System) sensor
•Remote control signal receiver
Standby for Direct TV Recording :orange
Senses brightness to adjust picture quality in “Eco” mode in Picture Menu (p. 16)
Mains power
On / Off switch
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Switch On to turn on the TV
or turn the TV to standby
mode by the remote control
Power LED
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Standby: red
On: green
When using the remote control, indicates the TV has received a command.
Identifying Controls
Remote Control
Standby On / Off switch
Input mode selection
•Aspect
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VIERA Link Menu
•Guide
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OK
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Switches TV On or Off standby
Changes aspect ratio from
Aspect Selection list
Also possible by pressing this button
repeatedly until you reach the desired aspect
INPUT
SD Card
OPTION SD CARD
EXIT
Press to access VIERA Link Menu directly
Displays Programme Guide or
Programme List
RETURN
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Cursor buttons
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Return
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Coloured buttons
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Makes selections and adjustments
Used for the selection, navigation and
operation of various functions
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Subtitles
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Numeric buttons
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Switches to teletext mode
Hold
Freeze / unfreeze picture
Holds the current teletext page (teletext
mode)
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Programme Information
Returns to the teletext index page
(teletext mode)
Sound Mute
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Programme Up / Down
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Displays programme information
Switches sound mute On or Off
Volume Up / Down
Selects programme in sequence
VCR / DVD Panasonic equipment
operations
Identifying Controls
Accessories / Options
Index
Changes programme and teletext pages
When in Standby mode, switches TV On
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Displays subtitles
Direct TV Recording
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MULTI WINDOW
Resets picture and sound settings to their
default levels
Easy setting for viewing and sound
options
Returns to the previous menu
Press to access VIERA Link, Picture,
Sound and Setup Menus
Teletext
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Switches to SD Card viewing mode
Returns to the normal viewing screen
Main Menu
Normalise
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Option Menu
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Exit
Confirms selections and choices
Press after selecting programme positions to
quickly change programme
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TV - switches DVB / Analogue mode
AV - switches to AV input mode from Input
Selection list
Records programme immediately in
DVD Recorder / VCR with Q-Link or
VIERA Link connection
DIRECT TV REC
N
Surround
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Switches Surround On or Off
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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 first.
Example 1
Connecting aerial
Example 2
Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR
TV only
TV, DVD Recorder or VCR
Rear of the TV
Aerial
Rear of the TV
Aerial
AC 220-240 V
50 / 60 Hz
AC 220-240 V
50 / 60 Hz
Mains lead (supplied)
Mains lead (supplied)
RF cable
HDMI 1
HDMI 2
AV 1
RGB
VIDEO
HDMI 3
AV 2
PC
HDMI 1
HDMI 2
AV 1
RGB
VIDEO
S VIDEO
RGB
VIDEO
HDMI 3
COMPONENT
AV 2
PC
RGB
VIDEO
S VIDEO
COMPONENT
AUDIO AUDIO
OUT
IN
AUDIO AUDIO
OUT
IN
Y
Y
L
L
PB
R
R
PR
L
L
PB
R
R
PR
DIGITAL
AUDIO
OUT
DIGITAL
AUDIO
OUT
RF cable
SCART cable
(fully wired)
RF OUT
DVD Recorder or VCR
RF IN
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RF cable
Note
Connect to AV1 / AV2 for a DVD Recorder / VCR supporting Q-Link.
For HDMI-compatible equipment, possible to connect to HDMI terminals (HDMI1 / HDMI2 / HDMI3) by using
HDMI cable.
Read the manual of the equipment too.
Example 3
Connecting DVD Recorder / VCR and Set top box
TV, DVD Recorder / VCR and Set top box
Rear of the TV
Aerial
Make sure that
the mains lead is
securely fixed.
Push until both
side tabs click
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AC 220-240 V
50 / 60 Hz
To remove from the TV:
tabs
Press both tabs
and pull on
mains connector
to release
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Mains lead (supplied)
Basic Connection
RF cable
HDMI 1
HDMI 2
AV 1
RGB
VIDEO
HDMI 3
AV 2
PC
RGB
VIDEO
S VIDEO
COMPONENT
AUDIO AUDIO
OUT
IN
Y
L
L
PB
R
R
PR
DIGITAL
AUDIO
OUT
SCART cable
(fully wired)
RF OUT
DVD Recorder
or VCR
RF IN
RF cable
Fully wired HDMI
compliant cable
SCART cable
(fully wired)
RF OUT
RF cable
RF IN
Set top box
RF cable
RF IN
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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)
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You can now use the remote
control to turn On the TV or turn
the TV to standby mode.
(Power LED: On)
select
Menüsprache
Deutsch
English
Français
Italiano
Español
Português
Nederlands
Dansk
Svenska
Norsk
Suomi
Türkçe
Еλληνικά
Srpski
Hrvatski
Slovenščina
Latviešu
eesti keel
Lietuvių
Polski
čeština
Magyar
Slovenčina
Български
Românǎ
store
OPTION SD CARD
EXIT
3
Select your country
4
Start Auto Setup
select
Country
France
Norway
Sweden
Others
RETURN
Auto Setup - Digital and Analogue
Digital Scan
Analogue Scan
This will take about 6 minutes.
Channel
Service Name
62
CBBC Channel
62
BBC Radio Wales
62
E4
62
Cartoon Nwk
29
33
BBC1
Free TV: 4
Pay TV: 0
5
2
Radio: 0
Searching
78
69
41
1
Type
Quality
Free TV
10
Free TV
10
Free TV
10
Free TV
10
Analogue
Analogue
Data: 0
Analogue: 2
EXIT
RETURN
Sending Preset Data
Please wait!
0%
100%
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Remote control unavailable
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TV
Auto Setup will start to search for
TV programmes and store them.
The sorted programme order
depends upon the TV signal,
the broadcasting system and
reception conditions.
Depending on the selected
countries, you may be required to
select the Favourite Network.
If Q-Link, VIERA Link or similar
technology, compatible recorder is
connected, programme, language,
country / region settings are
automatically downloaded to the
recorder.
Select the picture setting
Please select your viewing environment.
Home
Shop
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“Shop” and “Home” are equal
to “Dynamic” and “Normal”
respectively - “Viewing Mode” in
“Picture Menu” (p. 16)
select
set
Auto Setup is now complete and your TV is ready for viewing.
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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
have been set
RETURN
Using the
On Screen
Displays
EXIT
Return to the previous menu
Exit the menu system and return to the normal viewing screen
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(example: Sound Menu)
Sound Menu
Mode
Bass
Treble
Balance
Headphone Volume
Surround
Volume Correction
Speaker Distance to Wall
MPX
Select
EXIT
Change
RETURN
1/2
Music
Auto Setup
■ ON SCREEN HELP Instructions box
Off
Over 30cm
Stereo
Page up
Page down
On-screen operation guide
will help you.
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Note
If tuning has failed “Auto Setup” (p. 18)
If downloading has failed “Download” (p. 18)
To initialize all settings “Shipping Condition” (p. 19)
If you turned the TV Off during Standby mode last time, the TV will be in Standby mode when you turn the TV On
with Mains power On / Off switch.
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How to Use Menu Functions
Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions.
INPUT
1
Display the menu
2
Select the menu
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MENU
Displays the functions that can be set
(varies according to the input signal)
OPTION SD CARD
EXIT
access
Main Menu
VIERA Link
Picture
RETURN
select
Sound
Setup
(example: Picture Menu)
Select the item
3
Picture Menu
1/2
Viewing Mode
Contrast
Brightness
Colour
Sharpness
Tint
Colour Balance
Colour Management
P-NR
Dynamic
select
Warm
Off
Off
(example: Picture Menu)
Adjust or select
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MULTI WINDOW
Picture Menu
1/2
Viewing Mode
Contrast
Brightness
Colour
Sharpness
Tint
Colour Balance
Colour Management
P-NR
DIRECT TV REC
N
Dynamic
change
store or access
(Required by
some functions)
Warm
Off
Off
(example: Picture Menu)
■Choose from among
■To reset the settings
alternatives
Number and positions of alternatives
■ To return to TV
at any time
EXIT
Colour Balance
Normal
Changed
■Adjust using the slide bar
Sharpness
■ To return to the
previous screen
RETURN
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To reset the picture settings only
“Reset to Default”
in Picture Menu (p. 16)
To reset the sound settings only
“Reset to Default”
in Sound Menu (p. 17)
To reset the picture and sound
settings together
Moved
■Go to the next screen
Tuning Menu
Access
Displays the next screen
N
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volume level and
(Also
aspect mode are reset)
To initialize all settings
“Shipping Condition”
in Setup Menu (p. 19)
■ To change menu ■Enter characters by free input menu
pages
You can enter names or numbers freely for some items.
up
Set characters
User input
Name
down
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A
U
a
u
B
V
b
v
C
W
c
w
D
X
d
x
E F G
Y Z
e f g
y z (
H I J K L M N O P Q R S T
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ! : #
h i j k l m n o p q r s t
) + - . * _
select
set
Store
RETURN
■ 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
(p. 16)
Sound
Setup
The menu of the accessed
equipment
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
3D-COMB
Reset to Default
Off
Set
(p. 16)
1/2
Sound Menu
Music
Off
Over 30cm
Stereo
How to Use Menu Functions
Sound Menu
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Mode
Bass
Treble
Balance
Headphone Volume
Surround
Volume Correction
Speaker Distance to Wall
MPX
2/2
Auto
Auto
0dB
Auto
Set
Audio Preference
SPDIF Selection
MPEG Optical Level
HDMI1 Input
Reset to Default
(p. 17)
Setup Menu
1/3
AV Colour System
DVB Profile Edit
DVB Service List
Analogue Service List
Link Settings
Child Lock
Tuning Menu
Off Timer
Language
Preferred Subtitle Type
Teletext
Auto
Access
Access
Access
Access
Access
Access
Off
Access
Standard
TOP
Setup Menu
VIERA Link
Q-Link
AV2 out
Power off Link
Power on Link
Download
West
Access
Access
Access
Off
Off
On
Access
3 seconds
Setup Menu
Only available items can be selected.
(p. 18)
Tuning Menu
Auto Setup
DVB Manual Tuning
Analogue Manual Tuning
Add New DVB Services
Favourite Network
New Service Message
DVB Signal Condition
Add DVB Services
Access
Access
Access
Access
Access
On
Access
Access
3/3
Auto
100Hz
Access
Access
Access
(p. 18 and p. 19)
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On
AV2
TV
Set
Set
Access
2/3
Teletext Character Set
Shipping Condition
Common Interface
System Update
Power Save
Side Panel
Picture Overscan
Input Labels
Banner Display Timeout
Time Zone
Refresh Rate
Software License
System Information
Link Settings
(p. 18)
Language
OSD Language
Preferred Audio 1
Preferred Audio 2
Preferred Subtitles 1
Preferred Subtitles 2
Preferred Teletext
Access
English
English
English
English
English
(p. 19)
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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.
You can also access VIERA Link Menu directly using the VIERA Link button on the
remote control.
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Speaker Selection
Viewing Mode
Basic picture mode (Dynamic / Normal / Cinema / Eco)
Dynamic : Provides enhanced picture contrast and sharpness when viewing in a bright room
Normal : Recommended for viewing under normal ambient room lighting conditions
Cinema : For watching movies in a darkened room producing a cinema-like picture
Eco
: Adjusts picture settings automatically dependent on ambient lighting conditions
Set for each input signal
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Contrast, Brightness, Increases or decreases the levels of these options according to your personal preference
Colour, Sharpness
Picture
16
Tint
With an NTSC signal source connected to the TV, the picture hue can be adjusted to
suit your taste
For NTSC signal reception only
Colour Balance
Allows you to set the overall colour tone of the picture (Cool / Normal / Warm)
Colour Management
Automatically adjusts colours to vivid ones (Off / On)
Not valid on PC signal
P-NR
Picture Noise Reduction
Automatically reduces unwanted picture noise and flicker noise in the contoured parts of
a picture (Off / Min / Mid / Max)
Not valid on PC signal
3D-COMB
Occasionally, whilst viewing still or slow moving pictures, colour patterning may be seen
Set to “On” to display sharper and more accurate colours (Off / On)
For PAL or NTSC signal reception only
Not valid on RGB, S-Video, Component, PC, HDMI and SD Card
Reset to Default
Press the OK button to reset the present Picture Mode to the default settings
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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
Switching is also possible by the Surround button on the remote control.
Volume Correction
Adjusts volume of individual programme or input mode
Speaker Distance to
Wall
Adjusts the low frequency sound (Over 30cm / Up to 30cm)
If the back space between the TV and wall is over 30 cm, “Over 30cm” is recommended.
If the back space between the TV and wall is within 30 cm, “Up to 30cm” is recommended.
MPX
Select stereo / monaural (Mono / Stereo)
Normally: Stereo
Stereo signal cannot be received: Mono
M1 / M2: Available while mono signal is transmitted
Analogue mode only
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SPDIF Selection
Selects the initial setting for digital audio output signal from DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal
(Auto / PCM)
Auto : Dolby Digital Plus and Dolby Digital are output as Dolby Digital Bitstream.
HE-AAC (48 kHz) is output as DTS.
MPEG is output as PCM.
PCM : Digital output signal is fixed to PCM.
DVB mode only
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Sound
Audio Preference
Selects the initial setting for audio tracks (Auto / MPEG)
Auto : Automatically selects the audio tracks if programme has more than two tracks.
The priority is given in the following order - Dolby Digital Plus, HE-AAC, Dolby
Digital, MPEG.
MPEG : The priority is given to MPEG as long as the programme contains MPEG audio.
Dolby Digital Plus and Dolby Digital are the methods of coding digital signals
developed by Dolby Laboratories. Apart from stereo (2ch) audio, these signals can be
multi-channel audio.
HE-AAC is a perceptual coding method used to compress digital audio for efficient
storage and transmission.
MPEG is an audio compression method that compresses audio to the smaller size
without any considerable loss of audio quality.
Dolby Digital Plus and HE-AAC are the technologies for HD (High definition)
programmes.
DVB mode only
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MPEG Optical Level
Normally, MPEG sound is larger comparing with the other types of audio track
You can adjust the audio level of MPEG output from DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal as
the initial setting
0dB to -12dB in -2dB reductions
DVB mode only
HDMI1 Input
Select to fit the input signal (Auto / Digital / Analogue)
Auto
: Automatic detection of digital or analogue sound source
Digital
: HDMI cable connection
Analogue : HDMI-DVI adapter cable connection
HDMI input mode only
HDMI2 / 3 terminals are for digital signal only
No setting for HDMI2 / 3 available
Reset to Default
Press the OK button to reset the present Sound Mode to the default settings
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A different menu will be displayed while PC or SD Card is used.
Only available items can be selected.
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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 Profile Edit
Creates list of favourite programmes
DVB Service List
Skips the unwanted DVB programmes
Analogue Service List Skips the unwanted Analogue programmes or edits Analogue programmes
Link Settings
Setup
VIERA Link
Sets to use VIERA Link functions (Off / On)
Q-Link
Selects which AV terminal is to be used for data communication between this TV and a
compatible recorder (AV1 / AV2)
Select the connected terminal to the recorder even it is not compatible with Q-Link.
AV1 / AV2 out
Chooses the signal to be transmitted from the TV to Q-Link
(TV / AV1 / AV2 / AV3 / Monitor)
Monitor: Image displayed on screen
Component, PC and HDMI signals cannot be outputted.
Power off Link
Sets to use Power off Link function (No / Set)
Power on Link
Sets to use Power on Link function (No / Set)
Download
Downloads programme, language, country / region settings to a Q-Link or VIERA Link
compatible equipment connected to the TV
Child Lock
Tuning Menu
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Locks a programme / AV input to prevent access to it
Auto Setup
Automatically sets the programmes received in the area
DVB Manual
Tuning
Sets the DVB programmes manually
Analogue
Manual Tuning
Sets the Analogue programmes manually
Add New DVB
Services
Adds new DVB services
Favourite
Network
Selects your favourite network for each broadcasters
New Service
Message
Selects whether to give a notification message when a new DVB service is found
DVB Signal
Condition
Checks the DVB signal condition
Add DVB
Services
Retunes all TV programmes to add DVB services
All the previous tuning settings are erased.
Use this function if DVB services start in your area.
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Menu
Item
Off Timer
OSD Language
Language
Preferred Audio
1/2
Preferred
Subtitles 1 / 2
Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives)
Sets the time the TV automatically turns Off (Off / 15 / 30 / 45 / 60 / 75 / 90 minutes)
Changes language for on-screen displays
Selects the preferred language for DVB multi audio (depending on the broadcaster)
Selects the preferred language for DVB subtitles (depending on the broadcaster)
Preferred Teletext Selects the preferred language for DVB teletext service (depending on the broadcaster)
Selects the preferred subtitle type (Standard / Hard of Hearing)
“Hard of Hearing” provides aids in understanding and enjoyment with DVB subtitles
(depending on the broadcaster).
“Preferred Subtitles 1 / 2” in “Language” are given priority.
Teletext
Teletext display mode (TOP (FLOF) / List)
Teletext Character
Set
Selects teletext language (West / East1 / East2)
West: English, French, German, Greek, Italian, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish, etc.
East1: Czech, English, Estonian, Lettish, Rumanian, Russian, Ukrainian, etc.
East2: Czech, Hungarian, Lettish, Polish, Rumanian, etc.
Shipping Condition
Resets all settings, for example, when moving house
Common Interface
Uses include to watch pay-TV
System Update
Downloads new software to TV
Power Save
Reduces brightness of picture to economise on power consumption (Off / On)
Side Panel
Increases the brightness of the side panel (Off / Low / Mid / High)
The recommended setting is “High” to prevent panel “image retention”.
Picture Overscan
Selects the screen area displaying the image (Off / On)
On : Enlarged the image to hide the edge of the image.
Off : Displayed the image in the original size.
Set to “On” if noise is generated on the edge of the screen.
This function is available when aspect is set to Auto (16:9 signal only) or 16:9.
This function can be memorized separately for SD (Standard definition) and HD (High
definition) signals.
Input Labels
Labels or skips each input terminal
Banner Display
Timeout
Sets how long the information banner stays on screen
0 (No display) to 10 sec. in 1-sec. increments
Time Zone
Adjusts the time data
Refresh Rate
Changes the image processing of the panel (depending on the input signal)
(50Hz / 100Hz)
Set to “100Hz” normally
Software License
Displays the software licence information
System Information
Displays the system information of this TV
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Type
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Only available items can be selected.
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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.
By disposing of these products and batteries correctly, you will help to save valuable resources and
prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise
arise from inappropriate waste handling.
For more information about collection and recycling of old products and batteries, please contact your
local municipality, your waste disposal service or the point of sale where you purchased the items.
Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national
legislation.
For business users in the European Union
If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your dealer or supplier for
further information.
[Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union]
These symbols are only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard these items, please
contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.
Note for the battery symbol (bottom two symbol examples):
This symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol. In this case it complies with the
requirement set by the Directive for the chemical involved.
Power Source
Power
Consumption
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TH-37PX81FV
AC 220-240 V, 50 / 60 Hz
Average use
235 W
Standby condition
0.7 W (Without monitor out recording)
20 W (With monitor out recording)
TH-42PX81FV
255 W
This equipment complies with the EMC standards listed below.
EN55013, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3, EN55020, EN55022, EN55024.
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 identification in the event of theft or loss, and for Warranty Service purposes.
Model Number
Serial Number
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