Panasonic Viera TC-P42X2

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Quick Start Guide
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Operating Instructions
42”/50” Class 720p Plasma HDTV
(41.6/49.9 inches measured diagonally)
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Panasonic Canada Inc.
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Mississauga, Ontario
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M0110-0
Model No.
TC-P42X2
TC-P50X2
English
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Panasonic Viera TC-P42X2 Specifications

General

Brand	Panasonic
Model	Viera TC-P42X2
Category	Plasma TV
Language	English

Summary

Safety Precautions and Warnings

General Safety and Electrical Precautions

Essential safety guidelines, electrical shock prevention, and handling of the unit and power cord.

Installation, Setup, and Moving Safety

Precautions for safe installation, preventing tipping, and moving the TV unit.

Safety, Compliance, and Notes

Child Safety and Installation Warnings

Warnings about child safety, furniture stability, and safe installation practices for flat panel displays.

Initial TV Setup Process

Powering On and Language Selection

Steps to turn on the TV for the first time and select the preferred language for the interface.

Viewing Mode and Auto Channel Setup

Guide to selecting the viewing mode (Home Use) and performing the automatic channel scan.

Completing Initial Setup and Basic Viewing

VIERA TOOLS and VIERA Link Setup

Configuring VIERA Link Settings

Step-by-step guide to enable and configure VIERA Link for seamless control of connected HDMI equipment.

Detailed Menu Function Settings

Picture and Audio Adjustments

Comprehensive guide to adjusting picture quality settings like contrast, brightness, color, and audio settings.

Setup and System Configuration

Options for configuring system settings, channels, inputs, language, and VIERA Link.

VIERA Link HDAVI Control

Understanding VIERA Link and HDAVI Control

Explanation of the VIERA Link feature and its HDAVI Control capabilities for integrated device operation.

Connecting and Setting Up VIERA Link Devices

Diagrams and instructions for connecting and configuring compatible AV equipment for VIERA Link functionality.

VIERA Link Advanced Functions

Configuring VIERA Link Operations

Detailed steps to configure various VIERA Link operations like input switching, power links, and energy saving modes.

Operating Connected Devices with VIERA Link

VIERA Link Menu Navigation and Control

Steps to display and navigate the VIERA Link menu for controlling connected equipment.

Speaker Control and Remote Operation

How to control speaker output and operate connected devices using the TV remote via VIERA Link.

Content Locking and Password Management

Setting Channel, Program, and Game Locks

Instructions for setting up various lock types (channel, program, game) using a password.

Rating-Based Content Restriction and Password Change

Channel Setup and Signal Meter

Automatic and Manual Channel Tuning

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Addressing Picture and Sound Problems

Solutions for common issues like noise, no image, distorted pictures, and sound problems.

Resolving Remote Control and Recording Issues

Product Specifications and Warranty

Detailed Product Specifications

Canadian Limited Warranty Information