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Panasonic Viera TX-P42G30B - User Manual

Panasonic Viera TX-P42G30B
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English
UK and Ireland model
Model No.
TX-P42G30B
TX-P50G30B
Operating Instructions
Plasma Television
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Panasonic Viera TX-P42G30B Specifications

General IconGeneral
Screen Size42 inches
Display TypePlasma
Resolution1920 x 1080 pixels
Aspect Ratio16:9
Refresh Rate600 Hz
HDMI Ports4
Built-in Wi-FiNo
3DYes
Smart TVYes
Weight22 kg
Contrast Ratio5, 000, 000:1 (Dynamic)

Summary

Features

VIERA Connect - Enjoy great web entertainment

Access internet content like photos, videos, and video communication via TV.

Link up and control the connected equipment with “Q-Link” and “VIERA Link”

Easy recording, playback, and home theatre setup with connected equipment.

Using USB devices

Record digital TV, play photos, videos, and music from USB devices.

Digital Switchover for Terrestrial broadcasts

Safety Precautions

Mains plug and lead

Instructions for safe handling and connection of the power cord and plug.

Safety Precautions

Take care

General warnings about handling the TV to avoid electrical shock or fire.

Moving the TV

Guidelines for safely transporting the TV to prevent damage or injury.

Accessories; Options

Standard accessories

Lists the items included with the TV.

Optional accessories

Lists accessories available for purchase separately.

Attaching the pedestal

Identifying Controls

Remote Control

Identifies and explains the functions of each button on the remote.

Using the On Screen Displays - Operation guide

How to use remote control

Basic Connection

Example 1 Connecting aerial

Diagram and instructions for connecting an aerial to the TV.

Example 2 Connecting DVD Recorder; VCR

Diagram and instructions for connecting a DVD recorder or VCR via SCART and HDMI.

Connecting to the network environment (Network connections)

Auto Setup

Channel Tuning and Network Setup

Guides through automatic channel tuning and network connection setup.

Auto Setup

Wired and Wireless Network Configuration

Detailed steps for setting up wired or wireless network connections.

Auto Setup

Network Connection Tests and Wireless Options

Performing connection tests and exploring wireless setup methods.

Input Owner ID

Auto Setup

Network Connection Tests and Wireless Options

Finalizing connection tests and confirming wireless options.

Using “VIERA Connect”

Watching TV

Watching TV

Display Information banner

Explains the information displayed on the TV screen about programmes.

Watching TV

Aspect

Changing the image size and aspect ratio for optimal viewing.

Using TV Guide

Using TV Guide

Timer Programming (DVB mode)

Setting up timers for recording or reminders within the TV Guide.

Using TV Guide

Guide link programming (Timer Programming from the TV Guide signal)

How Guide link programming works and its limitations.

Viewing Teletext

Viewing Teletext

Analogue teletext

Explanation of analogue teletext features like FASTEXT and List mode.

Viewing Teletext

View in multi window

Watching TV and teletext simultaneously in split screens.

Store frequently viewed pages

Saving teletext pages for quick access.

Watching External Inputs

Watching External Inputs

Operating the equipment with the TV remote control

Using the TV remote to control connected external devices.

How to Use VIERA TOOLS

How to Use Menu Functions

How to Use Menu Functions

Menu list - Picture

Details of picture settings available in the menu.

How to Use Menu Functions

Menu list - Picture

Details of advanced picture settings like Screen Display and Gamma.

Menu list - Sound

Details of sound settings like Mode and Bass/Treble.

How to Use Menu Functions

Menu list - Sound

Details of sound settings like Equaliser, Surround, and SPDIF Selection.

Audio Description Menu

Settings for audio description feature.

How to Use Menu Functions

Menu list - Timer

Timer and Auto Standby settings.

Menu list - Setup

Settings related to TV Guide, Eco Navigation, Recording Setup, VIERA Link, etc.

How to Use Menu Functions

Menu list - Setup - DVB Tuning Menu

Settings for DVB channel tuning and management.

Menu list - Setup - Analogue Tuning Menu

Settings for Analogue channel tuning and management.

How to Use Menu Functions

Menu list - Setup - System Menu

System settings like Network Setup, Shipping Condition, Owner ID, etc.

Retuning from Setup Menu

Tuning and Editing Channels (DVB)

Tuning and Editing Channels

List favourite DVB channels [Favourites Edit]

Creating and managing lists of favorite DVB channels.

Tuning and Editing Channels

Skip unwanted DVB channels, Edit DVB Channels [Channel List]

Hiding and editing unwanted DVB channels.

Update DVB channel automatically [Update Channel List]

Automatically updating the DVB channel list.

Tuning and Editing Channels

Set Analogue channel manually [Manual Tuning]

Manually tuning Analogue channels.

Timer Programming

Timer Programming

Set timer programming event details [Timer Programming]

Step-by-step guide to setting up timer events.

Child Lock

Input Labels

Shipping Condition

Owner ID

Using Common Interface

Updating the TV Software

Advanced Picture Settings

Lock the picture setting [Lock Settings]

Locking picture settings to prevent unauthorized changes.

Advanced Picture Settings

Adjust the detailed picture settings [Advanced Settings]

Detailed adjustments for White Balance, Colour Management, and Gamma.

USB HDD Recording

USB HDD Recording

Setup the USB HDD [USB HDD Setup]

Formatting and setting up a USB HDD for recording.

USB HDD Recording

Recording the TV programme to USB HDD

Using One Touch Recording and Rewind LIVE TV for immediate recording.

USB HDD Recording

Start One Touch Recording

How to initiate immediate recording.

Record constantly [Rewind LIVE TV]

Recording the current channel continuously.

Using Media Player

Using Media Player

Starting Media Player

Steps to insert media and launch the Media Player.

Select the device you want to access to

Choosing the connected device (SD Card, USB HDD).

Select the content

Selecting the type of media (Photo, Video, Music, Recorded TV).

Using Media Player

Photo mode

Viewing and organizing photos from media devices.

Using Media Player

[Single view]

Viewing photos one by one.

[Slideshow]

Viewing photos in an automated slideshow.

Photo Settings

Adjusting slideshow settings like frame, colour effect, and interval.

Using Media Player

Slideshow Settings

Detailed options for Frame, Colour Effect, Transition Effect, etc.

Using Media Player

Change the device

Switching between connected media devices.

Change the contents

Switching between media types (Photo, Video, Music).

Using Media Player

Video mode

Playing back video files from media devices.

Using Media Player

Video Setup

Adjusting video playback settings like preview and repeat.

Using Media Player

Recorded TV mode

Managing and playing back TV programs recorded on USB HDD.

Using Media Player

Playback from the chapter list

Playing video content starting from a selected chapter.

Using Media Player

Audio output Settings (for video contents)

Configuring audio output for video.

Music mode

Playing music files from media devices.

Using Media Player

Playback from File view

Playing individual music files.

Music Setup

Setting music playback options like repeat.

Using Network Services (DLNA; VIERA Connect)

Using Network Services (DLNA; VIERA Connect)

Network connections

Diagrams and instructions for wired and wireless network connections.

Using Network Services (DLNA; VIERA Connect)

Network Setup

Configuring network settings for internet connectivity.

Network Link settings

Settings for controlling network-connected equipment.

Using Network Services (DLNA; VIERA Connect)

Wired connection settings

Detailed steps for setting up a wired network connection.

Using Network Services (DLNA; VIERA Connect)

Network Connection Test

Testing the network connection.

Wireless connection settings

Instructions for setting up a wireless network connection.

Using Network Services (DLNA; VIERA Connect)

Network Connection Test

Testing the network connection.

Wireless Connection Options

Details on WPS (Push button/PIN) for wireless setup.

Using Network Services (DLNA; VIERA Connect)

Wireless Connection Options

Manual configuration for wireless network and software updates.

Using Network Services (DLNA; VIERA Connect)

Using DLNA features

Accessing media servers over the network.

Using Network Services (DLNA; VIERA Connect)

For photo file

Playing photo files via DLNA.

For video file

Playing video files via DLNA.

For music file

Playing music files via DLNA.

Using Network Services (DLNA; VIERA Connect)

For DIGA Recorder

Controlling a DIGA Recorder remotely.

Using Network Services (DLNA; VIERA Connect)

Audio output Settings (for video contents)

Configuring audio output for video.

VIERA Connect

Managing VIERA Connect settings and services.

Link Functions (Q-Link; VIERA Link)

Link Functions (Q-Link; VIERA Link)

VIERA Link (HDMI and Audio out connections)

Connecting equipment via HDMI and audio outputs for VIERA Link.

Link Functions (Q-Link; VIERA Link)

Q-Link

Features and setup for Q-Link functionality with DVD recorders.

Link Functions (Q-Link; VIERA Link)

VIERA Link “ Control”

Explanation of VIERA Link features and setup.

Link Functions (Q-Link; VIERA Link)

Link Functions (Q-Link; VIERA Link)

Pause Live TV programme [Pause Live TV]

Pausing and resuming live TV broadcasts.

Link Functions (Q-Link; VIERA Link)

Select the equipment you want to access

Choosing connected equipment to control via VIERA Link.

Link Functions (Q-Link; VIERA Link)

Speaker control [Speaker Selection]

Controlling audio output between TV and home theatre speakers.

External Equipment

External Equipment

USB devices

Connecting USB devices like flash drives and HDDs.

To listen with speakers

Connecting the TV to an amplifier or speaker system.

External Equipment

Types of connectable equipment to each terminal

Table summarizing terminal compatibility for different devices.

Technical Information

Auto Aspect

Explanation of the automatic aspect ratio adjustment feature.

Technical Information

Technical Information

DivX

Information about DivX video playback and subtitle files.

Technical Information

SCART and HDMI terminal information

Pinout and signal information for SCART and HDMI terminals.

Technical Information

HDMI connection

Information on connecting equipment via HDMI.

Technical Information

Input signal that can be displayed - COMPONENT (Y, PB, PR), HDMI

Supported signal formats for component and HDMI inputs.

Input signal that can be displayed - PC (from HDMI terminal)

Supported signal formats for PC input via HDMI.

Technical Information

How to use Windows 7 as a media server

Step-by-step guide to setting up Windows 7 for media sharing.

FAQs

Neither image nor sound is produced

Troubleshooting steps when the TV displays no image or sound.

Cannot connect to the network

Troubleshooting network connectivity problems.

FAQs

No image can be displayed

Solutions for a blank screen.

No sound is produced

Troubleshooting steps for no sound output.

The TV does not switch On

Steps to take if the TV does not turn on.

FAQs

The remote control does not work or is intermittent

Troubleshooting remote control issues.

On screen messages

Explains common on-screen messages and their meanings/actions.

FAQs

On screen messages

Further explanations of on-screen messages and their solutions.

FAQs

Media Player

Troubleshooting common issues within the Media Player.

Network

Troubleshooting common network-related messages.

Glossary

Maintenance

Display panel, Cabinet, Pedestal

Instructions for cleaning the TV's exterior.

Specifications

Specifications

Connection Terminals

Details of the TV's input and output terminals.

Licence

Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used Batteries

Sales and Support Information

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