Panasonic Viera TX-P42UT50B Operating Instructions Manual

2FeaturesDigital Switchover for Terrestrial broadcastsStarting in late 2007 and ending in 2012, TV services in the UK will go completely digital, TV region by TV region.If you have any questions, please call Digital UK on 08456 50 50 50 or visit www.digitaluk.co.ukDigital Switchover will cover a period of several weeks. When it starts you will lose all Analogue TV channels andsome Digital TV channels will be missing.You will need to retune your TV each time this happens to recover your digital channels. Analogue channels arepermanently turned off, it will not be possible to recover them.● To retune your TV [Auto Setup] in [DVB Tuning Menu]-DVB mode (p. 50)Users of cable or satellite boxes should still retune the TV to continue to receive Freeview channels via their aerial.(Your Analogue channel for viewing Cable or Satellite services will change to a new position.)● Due to the digital reception technologies involved, quality of the digital signals may be relatively low in some cases,despite good reception of analogue channels.Notice for DVB / Data broadcasting / IPTV functionsThis TV is designed to meet the standards (as of August, 2011) of digital services.● Not all the features are available depending on the country, area, broadcaster, service provider and networkenvironment.● The compatibility with future services is not guaranteed.● Check the latest information on the available services at the following website.http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/tv/Smart VIERADigital smart life to create new and exciting TVexperiences (Networking / Easy Operation / PictureQuality / Eco / Design)3D technologyYou can enjoy viewing 3D images on this TV bywearing the 3D Eyewear.RealD 3DThis TV and 3D Eyewear use the 3D technology ofRealD. RealD is one of the inventors in 3D technology.DVB-T tuner built-inReceives DVB (Digital Video Broadcasting) digitalterrestrial broadcasts.DVB-T2 tuner built-inDVB-T2 is an advanced digital terrestrial system formore efficient transmission.Available DVB-T2 broadcasts will be tunedautomatically when you perform DVB Auto Setup.Using USB devicesEnjoy the photo, video and music in the USB FlashMemory on Media Player. (p. 62)USB keyboard, gamepad, etc. are available. (p. 94)Timer Programming (p. 26, 54)Timer Programming enables you to use functions suchas programme reminder and programme recording tothe external recorder.SDXC CardThis TV supports SDXC Card. SDXC is the lateststandard of SD Card and a higher storage capacitycard.DLNADLNA is a standard that makes digital electronicseasier and more convenient to use on a home network.(p. 75)VIERA Connect - Enjoy great web entertainment(p. 20, 78)VIERA Connect allows you to access some specificwebsites supported by Panasonic, and enjoy internetcontents such as videos, games, EPG, communicationtools, etc. from VIERA Connect home screen.Link up and control the connected equipment with“Q-Link” and “VIERA Link” (p. 79)Q-Link and VIERA Link provide easy recordingand playback, creation of a home theatre withoutcomplicated settings, etc.VIERA TOOLS - Display special feature icons foreasy accessibility (p. 37)Special features (such as VIERA Link and MediaPlayer) can be accessed easily by using the VIERATOOLS button.Dolby Digital Plus / Dolby Pulse decodersIt is possible to decode Dolby Digital Plus / Dolby Pulsemulti-channel audio tracks and output as Dolby DigitalBitstream (multi-channel sound signal) from DIGITALAUDIO OUT / HDMI2 (ARC function) terminals.Owner ID (p. 58)Owner ID is an anti-theft function. Entering the PINnumber and owner’s personal information will help thePolice to determine the owner in the case of theft.Voice Guidance (p. 23, 42)Voice Guidance narrates the operation of the basicfeatures (EPG, on-screen messages, etc.) to assistvisually-impaired users.Supports Audio Description signal (p. 23, 42)Audio Description (when broadcast) adds an additionalsoundtrack to describe events on screen (narration)and aids understanding and enjoyment, particularly forvisually-impaired users.