Panasonic TH-42PX6U Operating Instructions Manual

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4 5Safety PrecautionsWARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover or back.No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.1) Read these instructions.2) Keep these instructions.3) Heed all warnings.4) Follow all instructions.5) Do not use this apparatus near water.6) Clean only with dry cloth.7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordancewith the manufacturer’s instructions.8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heatregisters, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers)that produce heat.9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized orgrounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades withone wider than the other. A grounding type plug has twoblades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or thethird prong are provided for your safety. If the providedplug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician forreplacement of the obsolete outlet.10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinchedparticularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and thepoint where they exit from the apparatus.11) Only use attachments / accessories specified by themanufacturer.12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,bracket, or table specified by themanufacturer, or sold with theapparatus. When a cart is used,use caution when moving the cart /apparatus combination to avoid injuryfrom tip-over.13) Unplug this apparatus during lightningstorms or when unused for long periods of time.14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicingis required when the apparatus has been damaged in anyway, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquidhas been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus,the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, doesnot operate normally, or has been dropped.15) To prevent electric shock, ensure the grounding pin on theAC cord power plug is securely connected.CAUTIONRISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCKDO NOT OPENThe lightning flash witharrow-head within a triangleis intended to tell the userthat parts inside the productare a risk of electric shock topersons.The exclamation point withina triangle is intended totell the user that importantoperating and servicinginstructions are in the paperswith the appliance.WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.Do not place liquid containers (flower vase, cups, cosmetics, etc.) above the set(including on shelves above, etc.).Important Safety InstructionsThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for an Other Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of theFCC 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 and, if not installed and used in accordance with theinstructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will notoccur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can bedetermined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the followingmeasures:• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.• Consult the Panasonic Service Center or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.FCC STATEMENTFCC Caution:To assure continued compliance, use only shielded interface cables when connecting TV to peripheral devices.Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by responsible party may cause harmful interference and couldvoid the user’s authority to operate this device.WARNING/CAUTION4 : 3 12This causes the image to remain on the plasma screen(“after image”). This is not considered a malfunction and isnot covered by the warranty.Typical still images■ Do not display a still picture for a long timeDo not place the unit where it’s exposed to sunlight or otherbright light (including reflections).Use of some types of fluorescent lighting may reduce the remotecontrol’s transmission range.■ SetupNotesResponsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North AmericaOne Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094Contact Source: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company1-888-VIEW-PTV (843-9788)email: consumerproducts@panasonic.comSMALL PARTS CAN PRESENT CHOKING HAZARD IFACCIDENTALLY SWALLOWED.KEEP SMALL PARTS AWAY FROM YOUNG CHILDREN.DISCARD UNNEEDED SMALL PARTS AND OTHEROBJECTS, INCLUDING PACKAGING MATERIALS ANDPLASTIC BAGS/SHEETS TO PREVENT THEM FROM BEINGPLAYED WITH BY YOUNG CHILDREN, CREATING THEPOTENTIAL RISK OF SUFFOCATION.■ Set upDo not place the Plasma TV on sloped or unstable surfaces.The Plasma TV may fall off or tip over.Do not place any objects on top of the Plasma TV.If water spills onto the Plasma TV or foreign objects get insideit, a short-circuit may occur which could result in fire or electricshock. If any foreign objects get inside the Plasma TV, pleaseconsult an Authorized Service Center.This Plasma TV is for use only with the followingoptional accessories. Use with any other type of optionalaccessories may cause instability which could result in thepossibility of injury.(All of the following accessories are manufactured byMatsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.)• Wall-hanging bracket (Vertical) TY-WK42PV3U• Wall-hanging bracket (Angled) TY-WK42PR2U,TY-WK42PR3UAlways be sure to ask a qualified technician to carry out set-up.■ AC Power Supply CordThe Plasma TV is designed to operate on 120 V AC, 50/60Hz.Securely insert the power cord plug as far as it will go.If the plug is not fully inserted, heat may be generated whichcould cause fire. If the plug is damaged or the wall socketplate is loose, they should not be used.Do not handle the power cord plug with wet hands.Doing so may cause electric shocks.Do not do anything that might damage the power cable.When disconnecting the power cable, hold the plug, not thecable.Do not make any modifications to, place heavy objects on,place near hot objects, heat, bend, twist or forcefully pullthe power cable. Doing so may cause damage to the powercable which can cause fire or electric shock. If damage to thecable is suspected, have it repaired at an Authorized ServiceCenter.■ If problems occur during useIf a problem occurs (such as no picture or no sound), or ifsmoke or an abnormal odor is detected from the PlasmaTV, unplug the power cord immediately.Continued use of the TV under these conditions might causefire or permanent damage to the unit. Have the TV evaluatedat an Authorized Service Center. Servicing of the TV by anyunauthorized personnel is strongly discouraged due to its highvoltage dangerous nature.If water or foreign objects get inside the Plasma TV, if thePlasma TV is dropped, or if the cabinet becomes damaged,disconnect the power cord plug immediately.A short may occur, which could cause fire. Contact anAuthorized Service Center for any repairs that need to bemade.Do not cover the ventilation holes.Doing so may cause the Plasma TV to overheat, which cancause fire or damage to the Plasma TV.If using the pedestal, leave a space of 3 15/16” (10 cm) ormore at the top, left and right, 2 3/8” (6 cm) or more at thebottom, and 2 3/4” (7 cm) or more at the rear.■ When using the Plasma TVBe sure to disconnect all cables before moving the PlasmaTV.Moving the TV with its cables attached might damage thecables which, in turn, can cause fire or electric shock.Disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet as a safetyprecaution before carrying out any cleaning.Electric shocks can result if this is not done.Clean the power cable regularly to prevent it frombecoming dusty.Built-up dust on the power cord plug can increase humiditywhich might damage the insulation and cause fire. Unplug thecord from the wall outlet and clean it with a dry cloth.This Plasma TV radiates infrared rays; therefore, it mayaffect other infrared communication equipment.Install your infrared sensor in a place away from direct orreflected light from your Plasma TV.Do not climb up onto the television or use it as a step.(Young children should be made particularly aware of thiscaution.)If the unit falls over or becomes damaged through misuse,injury may result.The TV will still consume some power as long as the powercord is inserted into the wall outlet.Channel number and other logosImage displayed in 4:3 modeVideo game Computer imageWARNINGCAUTION