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Panasonic VIERA TX-P42G20BA

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TQB0E2035
Model No.
TX-P42G20BA
TX-P46G20BA
TX-P50G20BA
Operating Instructions
Plasma Television
English
Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product.
Please read these instructions carefully before operating this product and retain them for future reference.
The images shown in this manual are for illustrative purposes only.
“B” or “B” model no. suffix denotes UK model.
U.K. Standard
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Panasonic VIERA TX-P42G20BA Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandPanasonic
ModelVIERA TX-P42G20BA
CategoryPlasma TV
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Features

Safety Precautions

Mains plug and lead

Discusses safe handling and connection of the TV's mains plug and lead.

Warning

Caution

Accessories Options

Standard accessories

Lists items included with the TV for standard setup and use.

Optional accessories

Lists additional accessories available for purchase to enhance TV functionality.

Attaching removing the pedestal

Assembling the pedestal

Instructions for assembling the TV's pedestal.

Securing the TV

Steps to securely attach the TV to the assembled pedestal.

To remove the pedestal

Procedure for safely detaching the TV from its pedestal.

Identifying Controls

Installing removing remotes batteries

Steps for battery installation and removal in the remote control.

Remote Control

Details the functions and buttons of the TV's remote control.

Identifying Controls

Auto power standby function

Explains the TV's automatic standby mode to save power.

Using the On Screen Displays

Guides on navigating and using the TV's on-screen menus and displays.

Basic Connection

Example 1 Connecting dish or aerial

Illustrates connecting a satellite dish or terrestrial aerial for signal reception.

Basic Connection

Example 2 Connecting DVD Recorder VCR

Shows how to connect DVD recorders or VCRs to the TV.

Example 3 Connecting DVD Recorder VCR and Cable TV box

Illustrates connecting a DVD recorder/VCR and a cable TV box.

Auto Setup

Plug the TV into mains socket and switch On

Initial step of powering on the TV for the auto setup process.

Enter your postcode

Inputting the postcode to customize local channel reception.

Auto Setup

Setup the wireless LAN connection

Connects the TV to a wireless network for internet services.

Auto Setup

Input Owner ID

Setting up an owner ID for security and identification purposes.

Auto Setup

Select Home

Choosing the viewing environment (Home or Shop).

Auto Setup is complete

Indicates the successful completion of the auto setup process.

Watching TV

Turn power on

Steps to power on the TV and prepare for viewing.

Select the mode (freesat, DVB, Analogue or Other Sat.)

Choosing the TV's reception mode for different broadcast types.

Select a channel

Instructions on how to tune into specific TV channels.

Watching TV

Hold

Function to freeze or unfreeze the TV picture.

Display Information banner

Shows or hides the on-screen banner with channel and program info.

Features available Message meanings

Explains various icons and indicators shown on the information banner.

Watching TV

Display subtitles

How to show or hide subtitle text for programs.

Aspect

Adjusting the TV screen's aspect ratio for optimal image display.

Watching TV

Display the selectable settings for the current status

Check and change current audio and subtitle settings instantly.

Last view

Switch easily between the last viewed channel or input mode.

Off Timer

Set the TV to turn off automatically after a specified period.

Using TV Guide

Select freesat

Step to select the freesat mode for TV guide access.

Display the Channel Genre selection list

Accessing the list of program genres for filtering.

Select the genre and view TV Guide

Choosing a genre to view the Electronic Program Guide (EPG).

Using TV Guide

Select DVB or Analogue

Selecting DVB or Analogue mode to view TV Guide.

View TV Guide

Displaying the Electronic Program Guide (EPG) for broadcast listings.

Using TV Guide

Timer Programming (freesat or DVB mode)

Setting reminders or recordings for programs using TV Guide.

Using TV Guide

View details of the programme (freesat or DVB mode)

Accessing detailed information about a specific program.

View advertisement (DVB or Analogue mode)

Viewing advertisements related to TV programs.

Viewing Teletext

Digital teletext (MHEG)

Information on advanced digital teletext services.

How to use

Instructions on navigating and using teletext features.

Viewing Teletext

Analogue teletext services

Explains traditional analogue teletext services.

What is FASTEXT mode?

Describes the FASTEXT mode for quick access to teletext pages.

What is List mode?

Describes the List mode for managing teletext pages.

Viewing Teletext

INDEX

Returns to the main teletext index page.

Subtitles

Storing favorite subtitle pages for quick access.

View in multi window

Watching TV and Teletext simultaneously in a split screen.

Watching External inputs

Turn the TV on

Steps to power on the TV for external input viewing.

Display the Input select menu

Accessing the menu to select connected input sources.

Select the input mode connected to the equipment

Choosing the correct input source from the available options.

Watching External inputs

Screen display

Table showing terminal compatibility and input signal types.

Operating the equipment with the TV remote control

Using the TV remote to control connected external equipment.

How to Use VIERA TOOLS

Display icons of the feature

Shows the icons representing available VIERA TOOLS features.

Select a feature

Choosing a specific feature from the VIERA TOOLS menu.

Follow the operations of each feature

Guides on how to use selected VIERA TOOLS functions.

How to Use Menu Functions

Display the menu

Accessing the main menu system of the TV.

Select the menu

Navigating to the desired menu category (Picture, Sound, Setup).

Select the item

Choosing specific settings or options within a menu.

How to Use Menu Functions

Adjust or select

Making adjustments to selected menu items using the remote.

Choose from among alternatives

Selecting options from a list of available choices.

Adjust using the slide bar

Modifying settings using on-screen slide bars.

How to Use Menu Functions

Sound

Detailed settings related to audio output, modes, and equalization.

How to Use Menu Functions

Setup

Configuration options for TV setup, tuning, and system settings.

How to Use Menu Functions

Analogue Tuning Menu

Settings for tuning and managing analogue TV channels.

Other Sat. Tuning Menu

Settings for tuning and managing channels from other satellite sources.

Display Settings

Options for adjusting display-related settings like subtitles and screen brightness.

How to Use Menu Functions

Setup System Menu

System-level configurations including updates, layouts, and conditions.

How to Use Menu Functions

Overview (Picture, Sound)

Summary of available picture and sound settings and their availability.

How to Use Menu Functions

Overview (Setup)

Overview of the TV's setup menu structure and options.

How to Use Menu Functions

Link Settings

Configuration for Q-Link and VIERA Link functions.

Child Lock

Setting up parental controls for channels and AV inputs.

Retuning from Setup Menu

Select freesat

Initiating the retuning process by selecting the freesat mode.

Display the menu

Accessing the TV's main menu system.

Select Setup

Navigating to the Setup menu.

Retuning from Setup Menu

Select DVB or Analogue

Choosing DVB or Analogue mode for channel retuning.

Select Auto Setup

Performing automatic channel search and tuning.

Tuning and Editing Channels (freesat)

Select freesat

Initiating channel management by selecting freesat mode.

Display the menu

Accessing the TV's main menu.

Select Setup

Navigating to the Setup menu.

Tuning and Editing Channels

List favourite freesat channels Favourites Edit

Creating and managing a list of preferred freesat channels.

Skip unwanted freesat channels Channel List

Hiding or skipping channels not desired for viewing.

Check freesat signal Signal Condition

Verifying the quality and strength of the freesat signal.

Tuning and Editing Channels (DVB)

Select DVB

Selecting DVB mode for channel management.

Sort DVB channels according to the region Channel Sorting by Region

Organizing DVB channels by geographical region for better sorting.

Set DVB channel manually Manual Tuning

Manually tuning DVB channels if automatic setup fails.

Tuning and Editing Channels

List favourite DVB channels Favourites Edit

Creating and managing favorite DVB channel lists.

Skip unwanted DVB channels, Edit DVB Channels Channel List

Hiding or editing DVB channels within the channel list.

Tuning and Editing Channels (Analogue)

Select Analogue

Selecting Analogue mode for channel management.

Update DVB channel automatically Update Channel List

Automatically updating DVB channel lists with new information.

Check DVB signal Signal Condition

Assessing the signal quality for DVB broadcasts.

Tuning and Editing Channels

Skip unwanted Analogue channels, Edit Analogue channels Channel List

Hiding or editing analogue channels in the channel list.

Set Analogue channel manually Manual Tuning

Manually tuning analogue channels for optimal reception.

Tuning and Editing Channels (Other Sat.)

Set Other Sat. channel manually Manual Tuning

Manually tuning channels from other satellite sources.

Check Other Sat. signal Signal Condition

Checking the signal quality for other satellite channels.

Tuning and Editing Channels

Set all receivable digital satellite channels Auto Setup

Automatically tuning all available digital satellite channels.

Add Other Sat. channel automatically Add New Channels

Automatically adding newly found channels from other satellites.

Tuning and Editing Channels

List favourite Other Sat. channels Favourites Edit

Creating and managing favorite channels from other satellite sources.

Skip unwanted Other Sat. channels, Edit Other Sat. Channels Channel List

Hiding or editing channels from other satellite sources.

Shipping Condition

Restore Settings Shipping Condition

Resets the TV to its factory default settings.

Timer Programming

Timer Programming from Menu

Setting up timers for program reminders or recordings via the menu.

Timer Programming

Set timer programming event details Timer Programming

Configuring specific details for timer programming events.

Child Lock

Control channel audience Child Lock

Locking channels or AV inputs to restrict access.

Input Labels

Select a input terminal and set

Labeling or skipping input terminals for easier identification.

Owner ID

Input owner ID Owner ID

Entering personal information for owner identification.

Using Common Interface

Insert the CI module (optional)

Instructions for inserting a Common Interface module for pay-TV.

Updating the TV Software

Update TVs software system System Update

Procedures for updating the TV's internal software.

Displaying PC Screen on TV

Select the external input

Selecting the appropriate input for PC connection.

Select PC

Choosing the PC input source from the selection menu.

Advanced Picture Settings

Lock the picture setting Lock Settings

Locking specific picture settings to prevent unauthorized changes.

Advanced Picture Settings

Adjust the detailed picture settings Advanced Settings

Fine-tuning advanced picture parameters like white balance and color.

Copy the settings to the other input Copy Adjustment

Copying picture settings from one input to another.

USB HDD Recording

Display the menu

Accessing the main menu to configure USB HDD recording.

Select Setup

Navigating to the Setup menu.

Select USB HDD Setup

Accessing settings for USB HDD recording.

USB HDD Recording

Register and setup the USB HDD Device Setup

Registering and configuring a USB HDD for recording.

USB HDD Recording

Display the menu

Accessing the TV's main menu.

Select Setup

Navigating to the Setup menu.

Select USB HDD Setup

Accessing USB HDD setup options.

USB HDD Recording

Record constantly Rewind LIVE TV

Recording the current program continuously.

Using Media Player

Data format for SD Card USB Flash Memory browsing

Details supported file formats for media browsing.

To insert or remove the SD Card USB Flash Memory

Instructions for safely inserting and removing media cards and drives.

Using Media Player

Change the device

Switching between connected media devices within Media Player.

Remove the USB devices safely

Safely disconnecting USB devices to prevent data corruption.

Using Media Player

Photo mode

Viewing digital photos from SD cards or USB drives.

Using Media Player

Photo Setup

Configuring settings for photo mode, including background music and transitions.

Using Media Player

Video mode

Playing video files from SD cards, USB drives, or registered HDDs.

Using Media Player

Playback the content from the list

Selecting and playing recorded content from a list.

Using Media Player

Sound Settings (for video contents)

Adjusting audio output settings for video playback.

Video Setup

Configuring settings specific to video playback.

Using Media Player

Music Setup

Setting up music playback, including background music for photos.

Using Network Services (DLNA VIERA CAST freesat)

DLNA

Explains Digital Living Network Alliance for sharing media over a home network.

VIERA CAST

Accessing internet services and applications directly on the TV.

freesat

Accessing interactive services through an internet connection.

Using Network Services

Network connections

Details how to connect the TV to a network via LAN or Wi-Fi.

Using Network Services

Network Setup

Configuring network settings for wired or wireless connections.

Edit the name of this TV

Assigning a custom name to the TV for network identification.

Using Network Services

Network settings for the LAN Cable connection

Setting up network parameters for a wired LAN connection.

Acquire IP Address

Configuring IP address settings for network connection.

Acquire DNS Address

Setting up DNS address for network resolution.

Using Network Services

Network settings for the Wireless LAN connection

Setting up network parameters for a wireless LAN connection.

Select the connection type and set

Choosing the method for wireless network connection.

Using Network Services

WPS(Push button)

Connecting to a wireless network using WPS push button method.

Search for access point

Finding and connecting to available wireless access points.

Using Network Services

Select Media Server

Accessing media servers on the network to view content.

Using Network Services

For photo file

Viewing photos from network media servers.

For video file

Viewing videos from network media servers.

Using Network Services

Photo Setup (for photo contents) and Video Setup (for video contents)

Configuring settings for photo and video playback from network sources.

VIERA CAST

Access VIERA CAST

Entering the VIERA CAST home screen for internet services.

Link Functions (Q-Link VIERA Link)

Summary of Q-Link and VIERA Link features

Overview of features provided by Q-Link and VIERA Link.

Link Functions

VIERA Link (HDMI and Audio out connections)

Details connections and features for VIERA Link via HDMI and audio outputs.

Link Functions

Q-Link

Explains the Q-Link function for connecting TV and recorder.

Direct TV Recording - What you see is What you record

Recording the current program directly to a DVD recorder or VCR.

Link Functions

VIERA Link Control

Control of connected equipment via VIERA Link and HDAVI Control.

Link Functions

Direct TV Recording - What you see is What you record

Recording the current program directly to a DIGA Recorder.

Link Functions

Pause Live TV programme Pause Live TV

Pausing and resuming live TV broadcasts.

Link Functions

Link Functions

Speaker control Speaker Selection

Controlling home theatre speaker output through the TV remote.

External Equipment

Types of connectable equipment to each terminal

Table showing equipment compatibility with TV terminals.

External Equipment

USB devices

Diagrams illustrating connections for USB devices.

Camcorder HDMI equipment

Diagrams showing connections for camcorders and HDMI equipment.

Technical Information

Auto Aspect

Automatic adjustment of screen aspect ratio for optimal viewing.

SD Card

Precautions and information regarding SD card usage.

Technical Information

DivX

Information about DivX video files and playback.

Characters table for numeric buttons

Guide to entering characters using numeric buttons.

Technical Information

HDMI connection

Details on connecting devices via HDMI for high-definition output.

PC connection

Instructions for connecting a PC to the TV for display and sound.

Technical Information

SCART and HDMI terminal information

Pin assignments and details for SCART and HDMI terminals.

Technical Information

USB connection

Recommendations for connecting USB devices to the TV.

Input signal that can be displayed

Table of supported input signal formats for various terminals.

FAQs

Neither image nor sound is produced

Steps to resolve issues where the TV displays no image or sound.

FAQs

Screen

Troubleshooting common screen display problems like noise or distortion.

Sound

Troubleshooting common sound issues like no audio or distorted sound.

FAQs

HDMI

Troubleshooting problems related to HDMI connections and sound.

Network

Troubleshooting issues with network connectivity and DLNA operations.

On screen messages

Message

Explains various system messages and their meanings or actions.

On screen messages

Media Player

Explains messages related to Media Player functionality.

Network

Explains messages related to network connectivity issues.

Maintenance

Display panel, Cabinet, Pedestal

Instructions for cleaning and caring for the TV's exterior components.

Mains plug

Guidance on cleaning the mains plug for electrical safety.

Glossary

Definitions of technical terms used in the manual.

Licence

Specifications

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