Zonda MZ-X50 Operations Instructions

Operating Instructions Plasma Television Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product. Please read these instructions carefully before operating t

Identifying Controls10 Indicator / Control panel 1 Function select● [Volume] / [Contrast] / [Brightness] / [Colour] / [Sharpness] / [Tint] (NTSC si

Identifying Controls11 Using the On Screen Displays - Operation guide Many features available on this TV can be accessed via the On Screen Display me

Basic Connection12 Basic Connection External equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this TV. Please ensure that the unit is disconnected f

Basic Connection13 Connections Mains lead and aerial Mains lead Aerial RF cable See below “Mains lead” AC 220-240 V, 50 / 60 Hz TV Ferrite co

Basic Connection14 AV devices Player TV Player HDMI cable DVD Recorder / VCR TV DVD Recorder / VCR RF cable Aerial RF cable Set top box

Basic Connection15 Network Wired connection “Using Network Services (DLNA)” (p. 53) TV DLNA Certified media server LAN cable (Unshielded)● U

Auto Tuning16 Auto Tuning Search and store TV channels automatically.● These steps are not necessary if the setup has been completed by your local

Auto Tuning17 6 Select the connection type Please select network connection type. Connection Type Search for access point WPS(Push button) select

Auto Tuning18 6 4. Select [Yes] No Access Point Settings Encryption key is set to:- XXXXXXXX Ye s Select ‘Yes’ to confirm. Select ‘No’ to change.

Watching TV19 Watching TV TV 1 Turn power on POWER● Mains power On / Off switch should be on. (p. 10) 2 Select Digital TV or Analogue TV mode TV

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Watching TV20 Other useful functions Display Information banner Display Information banner INFO● Also appears when changing a channel. 1 ABC ONE W

Watching TV21 Display the selectable settings for the current status Confirm or change the current status instantly OPTION select change [Audi

Watching TV22 [16:9] [4:3 Full] Directly displays the image at 16:9 without distortion (anamorphic). Displays a 4:3 image enlarged horizontally

Using TV Guide23 Using TV Guide TV Guide - Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) provides an on-screen listing of the programmes currently broadcast and

Using TV Guide24 To the previous day (Digital TV) To the next day (Digital TV) R G To view a channel list of the selected type (Digital TV)

25 Using the Freeview Guide (Digital TV) / Using the Freeview Guide enables you to select a programme easily, view programme information, etc. Th

Viewing Teletext26 Viewing Teletext / Teletext services are the text information provided by the broadcasters. The features may vary depending on

Viewing Teletext27 FULL / TOP / BOTTOM MENU G (TOP) (BOTTOM) Normal (FULL) (Expand the TOP half) (Expand the BOTTOM half) View in multi win

Watching External Inputs28 Watching External Inputs Connect the external equipment (VCRs, DVD equipment, etc.) and you can watch through the input.●

How to Use VIERA TOOLS29 How to Use VIERA TOOLS You can access some special features easily by using the VIERA TOOLS function. 1 Display icons of

3 Contents Be Sure to Read Safety Precautions ···············································4 Quick Start Guide Accessories / Options ·······

How to Use Menu Functions30 How to Use Menu Functions Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions. 1 Disp

How to Use Menu Functions31 Menu list Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Picture Viewing Mode Selects your favourite picture mo

How to Use Menu Functions32 Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Picture Screen Display Turns the screen off when you select [Off]

How to Use Menu Functions33 Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Sound Mode Selects your favourite sound mode [Music] / [Speech] /

How to Use Menu Functions34 Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Sound Digital Audio Preference Selects the initial setting for au

How to Use Menu Functions35 Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Setup Off Timer Sets the duration of time until the TV automatical

How to Use Menu Functions36 Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Setup VIERA Link Settings VIERA Link Sets to use VIERA Link func

Tuning and Editing Channels37 Tuning and Editing Channels You can retune channels or make your favourite channel lists, skip unwanted channels, etc.

Tuning and Editing Channels38 To edit Favourites list While the cursor is in the Favourites field to edit● To move the channel● To delete the ch

Tuning and Editing Channels39 Set all channels automatically [Auto Tuning] Automatically retune all channels received in the area. 1 Start Auto Tuni

Safety Precautions4 Safety Precautions Warning Handling the mains plug and lead● Insert the mains plug fully into the socket outlet. (If the mains

Tuning and Editing Channels40 Update Digital TV channel automatically [Update Channel List] (Digital TV) You can add new channels, delete removed ch

Child Lock41 Child Lock You can lock specific channels / AV input terminals and control who watches them. When the locked channel / input is selecte

Shipping Condition42 Shipping Condition Resets the TV to its original condition, i.e. no channels tuned in. All settings are reset (channels, pictur

Updating the TV Software43 Updating the TV Software A new version of software may be released for download to enhance the performance or operations

Displaying PC Screen on TV44 Displaying PC Screen on TV The screen of the PC connected to the TV can be displayed on the TV. You can also listen to

Using Media Player45 Using Media Player Media Player allows you to enjoy photo, video or music recorded on an SD Card and a USB Flash Memory. VIERA

Using Media Player46 Starting Media Player 1 Insert the SD Card or USB Flash Memory to the TV (p. 45)● When the SD Card is inserted, switching t

Using Media Player47 Change the contents You can switch to the other mode of Media Player from the thumbnail view.● The mode can be switched in the

Using Media Player48 To sort by folder, recorded date or recorded month 1 Display the view selection in the thumbnail view G 2 Select the sort t

Using Media Player49 Menu Item Adjustments / Configurations (alternatives) Slideshow Settings Transition Effect Selects the transition effect for sw

Safety Precautions5 Important Installation Notices Install the TV on a stable surface If a television is not positioned in a sufficiently stable loca

Using Media Player50 Video mode● Supported file format (p. 74) The thumbnail of video titles in the SD Card or USB Flash Memory will be displayed

Using Media Player51 Video Setup Setup the settings for Video mode.● Menu items and selectable options vary depending on the content. 1 Display

Using Media Player52 Music mode● Supported file format (p. 75) The thumbnail of music folders in the SD Card or USB Flash Memory will be displaye

Using Network Services (DLNA)53 Using Network Services (DLNA) DLNA® This TV is a DLNA Certified™ product. DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) is

Using Network Services (DLNA)54 Network connections To use only DLNA features, you can operate the features without broadband network environment.●

Using Network Services (DLNA)55 Wired connection settings This setting is for the network connection by using the LAN cable. 1 Select [Network Type

Using Network Services (DLNA)56 3 Select the connection type and set Please select network connection type. Manual Connection Type Search for access

Using Network Services (DLNA)57 Using DLNA® features● Ensure the preparation of the media server, network connections and network settings are comp

Using Network Services (DLNA)58 [Slideshow] - Slideshow completes when all photos are viewed within the list. 1 Select the photo file from the list

Using Network Services (DLNA)59 Option menu for each content Setup the settings for Photo, Video and Music file operations. 1 Display the option men

Accessories / Options6 Accessories / Options Standard accessories Remote Control● N2QAYB000604 Batteries for the Remote Control (2)● R6 (AA) (

Using Network Services (DLNA)60 Audio output settings (for video contents) You can enjoy the multi-channel sound via an amplifier connected to DIGITA

Link Functions (VIERA Link)61 Link Functions (VIERA Link) VIERA Link (HDAVI Control™) connects the TV and the equipment with VIERA Link function, an

Link Functions (VIERA Link)62 VIERA Link (HDMI and Audio out connections) Connected equipment Features Player theatre Blu-ray Disc theatre Amplifi

Link Functions (VIERA Link)63 VIERA Link “ ”∗ ∗ Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with Panasonic products which have “HDAVI Control” function

Link Functions (VIERA Link)64 Reduce unnecessary power consumption in Standby [Standby Power Save] Set Standby Power Save [On] in the Setup Menu to

Link Functions (VIERA Link)65 Pause Live TV programme [Pause Live TV] You can pause the current TV programme and resume later. The current TV progra

Link Functions (VIERA Link)66 2 Select [VIERA Link Control] VIERA Link Menu Pause Live TV Direct TV Rec VIERA Link Control Speaker Selection Start

Link Functions (VIERA Link)67 Speaker control [Speaker Selection] You can control the theatre speaker with this TV remote control pointing at the TV

External Equipment68 External Equipment U50 series These diagrams show our recommendations for connection of your TV to various pieces of equipment.

External Equipment69 U50 series Rear of the TV USB devices Wireless LAN Adaptor Headphones Less than 10 cm (M3 stereo mini plug) Ferrite core -

Accessories / Options7 Wall-hanging bracket● TY-WK4P1RW ● Tilting angle for this TV:0 (vertical) to 10 degrees 0 (vertical) to 15 degrees Rear o

External Equipment70 X50 series These diagrams show our recommendations for connection of your TV to various pieces of equipment. For other connectio

External Equipment71 X50 series Rear of the TV Headphones Less than 10 cm (M3 stereo mini plug) Ferrite core - Small size (supplied) Installing th

External Equipment72 Types of connectable equipment to each terminal Features Terminal AV1 IN AUDIO OUT AV2 IN DIGITAL AUDIO OUT ETHERNET HDMI 1 - 2

Technical Information73 Technical Information Channel Allocation (Analogue TV) CH Display / Receive Channel CH 0 - CH 5 S 2 - S 10 CH 5A CH 6 -

Technical Information74 Supported file format in Media Player and media servers Photo Format File extension Image resolution (pixel) Details / R

Technical Information75 Music Codec File extension Restrictions MP3 .mp3 – AAC .m4a● Copy-protected files cannot be played back. WMA .wma●

Technical Information76 Devices for playing back SD Card Use an SD Card which meets SD standards. If not, it may cause the TV to malfunction. 2

Technical Information77 HDMI connection HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) is the world’s first complete digital consumer AV interface comp

Technical Information78 USB connection● When using USB cables, use the supplied Ferrite core (Middle size) (p. 6) for each cable to comply with the

Technical Information79 Input signal that can be displayed COMPONENT (Y, PB, PR (from AV2 IN terminal)), HDMI Signal name COMPONENT HDMI 525 (4

Accessories / Options8 Assembly screw (4) (silver) M5 × 18 Assembly screw (4) (black) M5 × 30 Pole● R: TBL5ZA3311● L: TBL5ZA3310 Base● TBL

FAQs80 FAQs Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to resolve the problem. If the problem still persists, please

FAQs81 Problem Causes / Actions HDMI Sound is unusual● Set the sound setting of the connected equipment to “2ch L.PCM”.● Check the [HDMI1 / 2 Input

FAQs82 Problem Causes / Actions Digital TV Picture regularly pixelates on some channels, or ‘No Signal’ message● Check [Signal Condition] via TV Se

Maintenance83 Maintenance First, remove the mains plug from the socket outlet. Display panel, Cabinet, Pedestal Regular care: Gently wipe the surfac

Specifications84 Specifications U50A series U50Z series X50Z series Model No. TH-P50U50A TH-P50U50Z TH-P42X50Z TH-P50X50Z Sound Speaker (160 m

Specifications85 50” class Model No. TH-P50U50A TH-P50U50Z Power Power rating AC 220-240 V, 50 / 60 Hz 1.7 A Normal (Home) mode 137 W Standby con

86 1. The product is warranted for 12 months from the date of purchase. Subject to the conditions of this warranty Panasonic or its Authorised Servic

87 / WARRANTY - New Zealand only Distributed in New Zealand by Panasonic New Zealand Limited 350 Te Irirangi Drive East Tamaki, Private Bag 14911,

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