Panasonic TC-L55ET5 manual

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    manual electrónico Owner ’s Manual 42”/47”/55” Class 1080p LCD HDTV (42.0/47.0/54.6 inches measured diagonally) Manual de usuario T elevisión de alta definición de 1080p y clase 42”/47”/55” de LCD (42,0/47,0/54,6 pulgadas medidas diagonalmente) For assistance (U.S.A./Puerto Rico), please call: 1-877-95-VIERA (958-4372) www .panason[...]

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    2 This product incorporates the following software or technology: (1) the software developed independently by or for Panasonic Corporation, (2) the software owned by third party and licensed to Panasonic Corporation, (3) the software based in part on the work of the Independent JPEG Group, (4) the software developed by the FreeT ype Project, (5) th[...]

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    3 VIERA Link™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High- Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries. SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD- 3C, LLC. “A VCHD” and the “A VCHD” logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Son[...]

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    4 ANTENNA LEAD-IN WIRE ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20) GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21) GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC AR T 250, P ART H) ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT GROUND CLAMP EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER (NEC) NA TIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE Safety Precautions Note to CA TV System Installer This[...]

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    5 19) An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines, other electric light, power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal. 2[...]

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    6 FCC and IC ST A TEMENT This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy a[...]

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    7 CEA CHILD SAFETY NOTICES W ARNING Flat panel displays are not always supported on the proper stands or installed according to the manufacturer ’s recommendations. Flat panel displays that are inappropriately situated on dressers, bookcases, shelves, desks, speakers, chests or carts may fall over and may cause personal injury or even death. The [...]

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    8 Optional Accessories Please contact your nearest Panasonic dealer to purchase the recommended optional accessories. For additional details, please refer to the optional accessories installation manual. Wireless LAN Adaptor for VIERA and exclusive stand ● TY -WL20U • T o use the Wireless LAN Adaptor for VIERA, an access point needs to be obtai[...]

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    9 Attaching the pedestal to TV ■ Assembling the pedestal Fix securely with assembly screws A (T otal 4 screws). T ighten screws firmly . Accessories Assembly screws (4 of each) A XSS5+15FNK size (M5 x 15) B XYN4+F25FJK size (M4 × 25) Bracket (1) TBL5ZA32821 Base (1) TBL5ZX0268 (for 42”) TBL5ZX0270 (for 47”) TBL5ZX03841 (for 55”) A Bracket [...]

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    10 Installing the remote’ s batteries Pull open Hook Note the correct polarity (+ or -). Close Caution 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 re[...]

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    11 Connections Connection Panels VHF/UHF Antenna • NTSC (National T elevision System Committee): A TSC (Advanced T elevision Systems Committee): Digital TV Standards include digital high-definition television (HDTV), standard-definition television (SDTV), data broadcasting, multi-channel surround audio and interactive television. Antenna or Cable[...]

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    12 A V cable connection Best Good Basic (Not HD) T o use HDMI terminals L R HDMI A V OUT HDMI-DVI Conversion cable DVI OUT AUDIO OUT e.g. Blu-ray Disc player e.g. Blu-ray Disc player A V Equipment A V Equipment Component/A V adapter (not in use) white white red red T o use COMPONENT terminals L R Y P B P R AUDIO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT white red gr[...]

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    13 Audio connection DIGIT AL AUDIO IN e.g. Amplifier Audio equipment Optical cable PC / Computer connection (VGA) PC OUT Computer RGB PC cable Audio cable Connect cable which matches the audio out terminal on the computer Audio OUT Conversion adapter (if necessary) white white red red Component/A V adapter (not in use) Cable Binding Instructions T [...]

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    14 Identifying Controls TV controls/indicators Note The TV consumes a small amount of electric energy even when turned off. Do not place any objects between the TV remote control sensor and remote control. • An image of the control panel is displayed on the screen while using it. C.A.T .S (Contrast Automatic T racking System) Power indicator ( on[...]

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    15 First T ime Setup TV POWER OK or T urn the TV On with the POWER button or POWER (Remote) (TV) Setup the following items ● Select your language ● Select your country ● Select your viewing mode (Be sure to select “Home Use”) If you select “Store Demonstration” by mistake, confirmation screen will be displayed. T o display the “Set [...]

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    16 Using eHELP (Built-in Manual) Display eHELP V I E R A T O O L S OK select next [T op page] When you enter eHELP again after exit, the confirmation screen is displayed while the TV is turned on. Y ou can select “TOP P AGE” or “LAST P AGE”. Select the desired page from the menu Categories Menus Sub menus Desired page OK select next OK sele[...]

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    17 Questions Answers Care and Cleaning First, unplug the Power cord plug from the wall outlet. Display panel The front of the display panel has been specially treated. Wipe the panel surface gently using only a cleaning cloth or a soft, lint- free cloth. If the surface is particularly dirty , after cleaning up the dust, soak a soft, lint-free cloth[...]

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    18 Specifications TC-L42E50 TC-L47E50 TC-L55E50 Power Source AC 1 10 - 127 V , 60 Hz Power Consumption (Rated power / Standby power) 92 W / 0.1 W 126 W / 0.1 W 158 W / 0.15 W Display Panel Panel System LCD panel (LED backlight) Screen size 42 ” class (42.0 inches measured diagonally) 47 ” class (47.0 inches measured diagonally) 55 ” class (54[...]

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    19 Limited W arranty (for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico only) Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic W ay Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 Panasonic LCD T elevision Limited W arranty Limited W arranty Coverage If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials [...]

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    20 Customer Services Directory (for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico) Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto Rico) Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; locate your nearest Dealer or Service Center; purchase Parts and Accessories; or make Customer Service and Literature requests by visiting our Web Site at: http://www .panasonic[...]

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    21 Limited W arranty (for Canada) Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 P ANASONIC PRODUCT – LIMITED W ARRANTY Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase agrees to, at its option[...]

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    TC-L42E50 42" LCD HDTV SPECIFICA TIONS DIMENSIONS JACKS T op View Front View Back View Note: T o make sure that the LCD TV fits the cabinet properly when a high degree of precision is required, we recommend that you use the LCD TV itself to make the necessary cabinet measurements. Panasonic cannot be responsible for inaccuracies in cabinet des[...]

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    TC-L47E50 47" LCD HDTV SPECIFICA TIONS DIMENSIONS JACKS T op View Front View Back View Note: T o make sure that the LCD TV fits the cabinet properly when a high degree of precision is required, we recommend that you use the LCD TV itself to make the necessary cabinet measurements. Panasonic cannot be responsible for inaccuracies in cabinet des[...]

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    TC-L55E50 55" LCD HDTV SPECIFICA TIONS DIMENSIONS JACKS T op View Front View Back View Note: T o make sure that the LCD TV fits the cabinet properly when a high degree of precision is required, we recommend that you use the LCD TV itself to make the necessary cabinet measurements. Panasonic cannot be responsible for inaccuracies in cabinet des[...]

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    Customer ’ s Record The model number and serial number of this product can be found on its back cover . Y ou 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 W arranty Service purposes.[...]