PANASONIC TH42PM50
Owner's Manual

Safety Precautions
WARNING
SMALL PARTS CAN PRESENT CHOKING HAZARD IF ACCIDENTALLY SWALLOWED. KEEP SMALL PARTS AWAY FROM YOUNG CHILDREN. DISCARD UNNEEDED SMALL PARTS AND OTHER OBJECTS, INCLUDING PACKAGING MATERIALS AND PLASTIC BAGS/SHEETS TO PREVENT THEM FROM BEING PLAYED WITH BY YOUNG CHILDREN, CREATING THE POTENTIAL RISK OF SUFFOCATION. � Continued use of the Display under these conditions might cause �re or permanent damage to the unit. Have the Display evaluated at an Authorized Service Center. Servicing of the Display by any unauthorized personnel is strongly discouraged due to its high voltage dangerous nature. If water or foreign objects get inside the Plasma Display, if the Plasma Display is dropped, or if the cabinet becomes damaged, disconnect the power cord plug immediately. � A short may occur, which could cause �re. Contact an Authorized Service Center for any repairs that need to be made.

Set up
Do not place the Plasma Display on sloped or unstable surfaces. � The Plasma Display may fall off or tip over. Do not place any objects on top of the Plasma Display. � If water spills onto the Plasma Display or foreign objects get inside it, a short-circuit may occur which could result in �re or electric shock. If any foreign objects get inside the Plasma Display, please consult an Authorized Service Center. Do not cover the ventilation holes. � Doing so may cause the Plasma Display to overheat, which can cause fire or damage to the Plasma Display. If using the pedestal, leave a space of 3 15/16� (10 cm) or more at the top, left and right, 2 3/8� (6 cm) or more at the bottom, and 2 3/4� (7 cm) or more at the rear. If using some other setting-up method, leave a space of 3 15/16� (10 cm) or more at the top, bottom, left and right, and 3/4� (1.9 cm) or more at the rear. Avoid installing this product near electronic equipment that is readily affected by electromagnetic waves. � It may cause interference in image, sound, etc. In particular, keep video equipment away from this product.

CAUTION
This Plasma Display is for use only with the following optional accessories. Use with any other type of optional accessories may cause instability which could result in the possibility of injury. (All of the following accessories are manufactured by Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.)
� Pedestal (included) TY-ST42PX5W (TH-42PM50U) TY-ST50PX5W (TH-50PM50U) � Wall-hanging bracket (Vertical) TY-WK42PV3U � Wall-hanging bracket (Angled) TY-WK42PR2U

Always be sure to ask a quali�ed technician to carry out set-up.

When using the Plasma Display
Do not bring your hands, face or objects close to the ventilation holes of the Plasma Display. � Top of the Plasma Display is usually very hot due to the high temperature of exhaust air being released through the ventilation holes. Burns or personal injuries can happen if any body parts are brought too close. Placing any object near the top of the Display could also result in heat damage to the object as well as to the Display if its ventilation holes are blocked. Be sure to disconnect all cables before moving the Plasma Display. � Moving the Display with its cables attached might damage the cables which, in turn, can cause �re or electric shock. Disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet as a safety precaution before carrying out any cleaning. � Electric shocks can result if this is not done. Clean the power cable regularly to prevent it from becoming dusty. � Built-up dust on the power cord plug can increase humidity which might damage the insulation and cause �re. Unplug the cord from the wall outlet and clean it with a dry cloth. This Plasma Display radiates infrared rays; therefore, it may affect other infrared communication equipment. Install your infrared sensor in a place away from direct or re�ected light from your Plasma Display. Note: Do not allow a still picture to be displayed for an extended period, as this can cause a permanent after-image to remain on the Plasma Display. Examples of still pictures include logos, video games, computer images, teletext and images displayed in 4:3 mode.

AC Power Supply Cord
The Plasma Display is designed to operate on 120 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Securely insert the power cord plug as far as it will go. � If the plug is not fully inserted, heat may be generated which could cause �re. If the plug is damaged or the wall socket plate 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 the cable. � Do not make any modi�cations to, place heavy objects on, place near hot objects, heat, bend, twist or forcefully pull the power cable. Doing so may cause damage to the power cable which can cause �re or electric shock. If damage to the cable is suspected, have it repaired at an Authorized Service Center. If the Plasma Display will not be used for a long period of time, unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.

If problems occur during use
If a problem occurs (such as no picture or no sound), or if smoke or an abnormal odor is detected from the Plasma Display, unplug the power cord immediately.

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