Panasonic TH-50PZ80E Operating Guide
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Notes
Caution
Do not display a still picture for a long time
This causes the image to remain on the plasma
screen (“image retention”).
This is not considered a malfunction and is not
covered by the warranty.
screen (“image retention”).
This is not considered a malfunction and is not
covered by the warranty.
Typical still images
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Programme number and other logos
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Image displayed in 4:3 mode
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Video game
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Computer image
To prevent image retention, contrast is lowered
automatically after a few minutes if no signals are
automatically after a few minutes if no signals are
sent or no operations are performed. (p. 49)
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Auto power standby function
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If no signal is received and no operation is
performed in Analogue TV mode for 30 minutes,
the TV will automatically go to standby mode.
performed in Analogue TV mode for 30 minutes,
the TV will automatically go to standby mode.
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Keep the TV away from these types of
equipment
equipment
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Electronic equipment
In particular, do not place video equipment near
the TV (electromagnetic interference may distort
images / sound).
images / sound).
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Equipment with an infrared sensor
This TV also emits infrared rays (this may affect
operation of other equipment).
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When cleaning the TV, remove the
mains plug
mains plug
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Cleaning an energized TV may cause electrical shock.
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When the TV is not going to be used for a
long period of time, remove the mains plug
long period of time, remove the mains plug
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This TV will still consume some power even in
the Off mode, as long as the mains plug is still
connected to a live socket outlet.
the Off mode, as long as the mains plug is still
connected to a live socket outlet.
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Transport only in upright position
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Transporting the TV with its display panel facing upright
or downward may cause damage to the internal circuitry.
or downward may cause damage to the internal circuitry.
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Allow suffi cient space around the
TV for radiated heat
TV for radiated heat
Minimum distance
10
10
10
7
(cm)
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When using the pedestal, keep the space between
the bottom of the TV and the fl oor surface.
the bottom of the TV and the fl oor surface.
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In case of using Wall-hanging bracket, follow the
manual of it.
manual of it.
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Do not block the rear air vents
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Blocked ventilation by newspapers, table cloths, curtains,
etc. may cause overheating, fi re or electrical shock.
etc. may cause overheating, fi re or electrical shock.
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Do not expose your ears to excessive
volume from the headphones
volume from the headphones
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Irreversible damage can be caused.
Maintenance
First, remove the mains plug from the socket outlet.
Display panel
Regular care: Gently wipe the surface clean of dirt by using a soft cloth.
Major contamination: Wipe the surface clean using a soft cloth dampened with clean water or diluted neutral detergent
(1 part detergent to 100 parts water). Then, using a soft dry cloth, evenly wipe the surface clean until it is dry.
Major contamination: Wipe the surface clean using a soft cloth dampened with clean water or diluted neutral detergent
(1 part detergent to 100 parts water). Then, using a soft dry cloth, evenly wipe the surface clean until it is dry.
Caution
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The surface of the display panel has been specially treated and may be easily damaged.
Do not tap or scratch the surface with your fi ngernail or other hard object.
Do not tap or scratch the surface with your fi ngernail or other hard object.
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Take care not to subject the surface to insect repellent, solvent, thinner, or other volatile substances
(this may degrade surface quality).
(this may degrade surface quality).
Cabinet, Pedestal
Regular care: Wipe the surface clean using a soft dry cloth.
Major contamination: Dampen a soft cloth with clean water or water containing a small amount of neutral detergent.
Then, wring the cloth and wipe the surface clean with it. Finally, wipe the surface clean with a dry cloth.
Major contamination: Dampen a soft cloth with clean water or water containing a small amount of neutral detergent.
Then, wring the cloth and wipe the surface clean with it. Finally, wipe the surface clean with a dry cloth.
Caution
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Take care not to subject the TV's surfaces to detergent.
(A liquid inside the TV could lead to product failure.)
(A liquid inside the TV could lead to product failure.)
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Take care not to subject surfaces to insect repellent, solvent, thinner, or other volatile substances
(this may deteriorate the surface by peeling the paint).
(this may deteriorate the surface by peeling the paint).
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Do not allow the cabinet and pedestal to make contact with a rubber or PVC substance for a long time.
Mains plug
Wipe the mains plug with a dry cloth at regular intervals. (Moisture and dust may lead to fi re or electrical shock.)