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Inserting and removing remote’s batteries

1

Pull open

Hook

2

Close

Note the correct polarity (+ or -)

●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.

●Do not disassemble or modify the remote control.

Contents

Be sure to Read

●Safety Precautions···································· 4 (Warning / Caution)

Quick Start Guide

●Accessories / Options ······························· 6 ●Basic Connection ······································ 8 ●Identifying Controls ································· 10 ●Auto Tuning············································· 12

Basic Features

●Watching TV············································ 13 ●Viewing Teletext ······································ 16 ●Watching External inputs ························ 18

Advanced Features

●How to Use VIERA TOOLS····················· 20 ●How to Use Menu Functions··················· 21 ●Tuning and Editing Channels·················· 27 ●Child Lock ··············································· 29 ●Input Labels ············································ 30 ●Shipping Condition (Reset settings)········ 31 ●Viewing from SD Card

(VIERA IMAGE VIEWER) ······················· 32 ●VIERA Link Functions ····························· 34 ●VIERA Link “HDAVI ControlTM” ················ 36 ●External Equipment································· 38

Technical

●Technical Information ······························ 40 ●Maintenance ··········································· 45 ●FAQs ······················································· 45 ●Specifications·········································· 47 ●Licence···················································· 48

Quick Start Guide

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Advanced

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Contents English TQB3EC0021 TH-P42A2G TH-P42A2SMains Lead Operating Instructions Experience an amazing level of multimedia excitementContents Safety Precautions View from the top Do not block the rear air ventsAttaching the pedestal Accessories / OptionsGuide Optional accessoriesPush until both side Make sure that Connecting aerialBasic Connection TV onlyTV, DVD Recorder or VCR Connecting DVD Recorder / VCRIdentifying Controls Remote controlUsing the On Screen Displays How to use remote controlControls Quick Start Guide Select your area Auto TuningPlug the TV into mains socket and switch On Select your languageSelect a channel Turn power onSelect TV mode Watching TVChange OSD language Display the selectable settings for the current programmeInput mode Sound Menu p Display information bannerTo change the mode using the Aspect button only Change aspect ratioDisplay Aspect Selection list Reveal hidden data Switch to TeletextViewing Teletext Select the page up toView sub Watch TV while waiting for updateView in multi window Store frequently viewed pagesView Select the input mode of the connected equipmentWatching External inputs Display the input selection menuOperating the equipment with the TV remote control Follow the operation of each feature How to Use Viera ToolsDisplay icons of the feature Select a featureSelect the menu How to Use Menu FunctionsAdjust or select Display the menuOverview SetupPicture SoundMenu list Set Colour Eco ModeReset to DefaultsSound Setup Link Standby Power SaveSignal 50Hz / 100Hz Viera LinkDisplay the menu Tuning and Editing ChannelsSelect Setup Select Tuning MenuAuto Tuning Set all TV channels automatically Manual Tuning Set channel manuallyChannel List Edit Skip unwanted channels Select the channel / input to be locked Child LockSelect Child Lock Select Child Lock ListSelect Input Labels Select SetupSelect Display Settings Input LabelsTo retune TV channels only, e.g. after moving house Shipping Condition Reset settingsSelect System Menu Select Shipping ConditionSelect a photo from the thumbnail to be viewed Viewing from SD CardInsert the SD Card Select Photo View Select a folder to display the thumbnailTo sort by date or month recorded SlideshowPlayer FeaturesViera Link Functions Viera Link ControlTMPower on link Power off linkEasy playback Viera Link ControlTM Display Viera Link Menu Hdavi ControlTMHome Cinema To listen with speakers HeadphonesExternal Equipment Camcorder / Game EquipmentHdmi equipment To record / playbackTo watch DVDs To watch satellite BroadcastsChannel Allocation Technical InformationA2 German .......Used in Australia, Malaysia etc Stereo / Bilingual Sound SelectionPressing the Stereo / Bilingual Sound Selection button Nicam .......Used in New Zealand, Singapore, Hong Kong etcPC connection Applicable Hdmi featuresSub 15-pin connector signal Hdmi connectionInput signal that can be displayed PC from D-sub 15PPC from Hdmi terminal Max. number of files 9,999 Image resolution 160 × 120 to 20,000,000SD Card Data format for Card browsingMains plug MaintenanceFAQs Display panel, Cabinet, PedestalNo image can be displayed When the equipment isRemote control does Chaotic image, noisyTechnical SpecificationsFAQs SpecificationsWeb Site http//panasonic.net LicenceThis product incorporates the following software Customer’s Record

TH-P42A20V, TH-P42A20R, TH-P42A2S, TH-P42A2G, TH-P42A20P specifications

The Panasonic TH-P42A20K, TH-P42A20M, TH-P42A20P, TH-P42A2G, and TH-P42A2S are part of the impressive lineup of Plasma televisions that Panasonic has established over the years. Each model brings unique features, advanced technologies, and exceptional performance, designed to enhance the viewing experience for consumers.

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In summary, the Panasonic TH-P42A20K, TH-P42A20M, TH-P42A20P, TH-P42A2G, and TH-P42A2S plasmas represent a quintessential blend of advanced technology and user-centric features. Each model underscores Panasonic's commitment to delivering exceptional visual performance, usability, and elegant design, making them an excellent choice for consumers seeking high-quality entertainment solutions.
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