Panasonic TH-42PHW5 Operating Instructions Manual
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High Definition Plasma Display
Operating Instructions
PLASMA DISPLAY
TH-42PHW5
TH-50PHW5
Model No.
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TQBC0475-1
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Page 1: Operating Instructions
R - STAN ER ON G POW Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read these instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference. English High Definition Plasma Display Operating Instructions PLASMA DISPLAY TH-42PHW5 TH-50PHW5 Model No. TQBC0475-1 ®... - Page 2 Dear Panasonic Customer Welcome to the Panasonic family of customers. We hope that you will have many years of enjoyment from your new High Definition Plasma Display. To obtain maximum benefit from your set, please read these Instructions before making any adjustments, and retain them for future reference.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Side panel Adjustment ... 31 Setup for input signals ... 32 Component/RGB-in select ... 32 3D Y/C Filter – For NTSC AV images ... 32 Colour system / Panasonic Auto ... 33 3:2 Pulldown ... 33 Sync ... 34 H-Freq. (kHz)/V-Freq. (Hz) ... 34 Troubleshooting ... -
Page 4: Important Safety Notice
Important Safety Notice WARNING: To prevent damage which may result in fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. Do not place containers with water (flower vase, cups, cosmetics, etc.) above the set. (including on shelves above, etc.) WARNING: 1) To prevent electric shock, do not remove cover. -
Page 5: Safety Precautions
If water is spills onto the Plasma Display or foreign objects get inside it, a short-circuit may occur which could result in fire or electric shock. If any foreign objects get inside the Plasma Display, please consult your local Panasonic dealer. -
Page 6: Cleaning And Maintenance
If water or foreign objects get inside the Plasma Display, if the Plasma Display is dropped, or if the cabinet becomes damages, disconnect the power cord plug immediately. • A short circuit may occur, which could cause fire. Contact your local Panasonic dealer for any repairs that need to be made. CAUTION When using the Plasma Display Do not bring your hands, face or objects close to the ventilation holes of the Plasma Display. -
Page 7: Accessories
Accessories Supply Check that you have the accessories and items shown Operating Instruction book AC cord Optional Accessories • Speakers TY-SP42P5W-H (TH-42PHW5) TY-SP50P5W-H (TH-50PHW5) • Wall-hanging bracket (vertical) TY-WK42PV1 For assembling Full instructions are supplied with each optional accessory for use with this Plasma Display. -
Page 8: Remote Control Batteries
Remote Control Batteries Requires two R6 batteries. 1. Turn the transmitter face down. Press and slide off the battery cover. Helpful Hint: For frequent remote control users, replace old batteries with Alkaline batteries for longer life. Precaution on battery use Incorrect installation can cause battery leakage and corrosion that will damage the remote control transmitter. -
Page 9: Connections
Connections When connecting the speakers, be sure to use only the optional accessory speakers. Refer to the speaker’s Installation Manual for details on speaker installation. Speakers (Optional accessories) SPEAKERS Terminals (R) AUDIO VIDEO S VIDEO AV IN AV IN Terminals COMPONENT/RGB IN and Audio (see page 10, 11) IN Terminals (see page 11, 12 ) -
Page 10: Av Input Terminals Connection
Connections AV Input Terminals connection Connect the signal source equipment. (Example) When connecting an S VIDEO VCR. (S VIDEO VCR) 2 RCA audio cables Audio input to L/R sockets (Example) When connecting 3 RCA audio video cables. (VCR) Audio Video Note: Additional equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this set. -
Page 11: Component/Rgb Input Connection
(Example) When connecting 21 pin scart cables. (VCR) (DVD / Satellite Receiver) AV1/TV Notes: (1) Additional equipment, cables and an adaptor plug shown are not supplied with this set. (2) 21 pin connectors and 21 pin scart plugs are connectors used in Europe. Component/RGB Input connection Component signals (Y, P (DVD Player) - Page 12 Connections RGB signal (R, G, B, HD, VD) connection Example of input signal source HDTV-compatible VCR 5 BNC RGB cables RGB camera 2 RCA audio cables Computer Notes: (1) Change the “Component/RGB-in” setting in the “Setup” menu to “RGB”. (see page 32) (2) Additional equipment, cables and adaptor plugs shown are not supplied with this set.
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Page 13: Pc Input Terminals Connection
Connect a cable which matches the audio output terminal on the computer. Open Open 768 dots (TH-42PHW5) / 1,024 768 dots (TH-42PHW5) / 1,366 768 dots (TH-50PHW5) when the aspect Connections PC IN Ferrite core (large size) (supplied) D-sub 15p... - Page 14 Connections Signal Names for D-sub 15P Connector Pin Layout for PC Input Terminal AV/Component/RGB/PC input signals AUDIO VIDEO S VIDEO AV IN AV input AV input signal name NTSC PAL60 SECAM Modified NTSC Component/RGB/PC input signal name 525 (480) /60i 625 (575) /50i 525 (480) /60p 625 (575) /50p...
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Page 15: Serial Terminals Connection
AV Mode Component / RGB mode (processed as a or RGB signals as set by this unit) PC Mode Screen mode select (toggle) None 4 : 3 NORM Zoom ZOOM 16 : 9 FULL Just JUST Panasonic Auto SELF Open... -
Page 16: Basic Controls
Basic Controls Main Power On/Off Switch Power Indicator The Power Indicator will light. • Power-OFF ... Indicator not illuminated (The unit will still consume some power as long as the power cord is still inserted into the wall outlet.) • Stand-by ... - Page 17 SURROUND button (see page 27) INPUT SURROUND PICTURE SOUND SET UP PICTURE POS. /SIZE ASPECT OFF TIMER PLASMA DISPLAY Basic Controls INPUT button (AV(S Video), Component/RGB and PC Mode Selection) Press to select AV(S Video), Component/RGB and PC input signal modes sequentially. (see page 19) Sound mute On/Off (see page 26) Volume Adjustment Press the Volume Up “+”...
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Page 18: Power On/Off And Input Signal Selection
Power On/Off and input signal selection AC cord connection Connecting the AC cord plug to the Plasma Display. Power On/Off R - STANDBY INPUT — G POWER ON R - STANDBY G POWER ON TH-50PHW5 Remote Control Sensor Power Indicator When the Power is turned on for the first time, the Language selection screen is displayed. -
Page 19: Select The Input Signal
Select the input signal — INPUT R - STANDBY G POWER ON — INPUT INPUT SURROUND Selecting the On-Screen Menu Language SET UP INPUT SURROUND Selectable languages PICTURE SOUND SET UP Power On/Off and input signal selection INPUT Press to display the Setup menu. Press to select the OSD Language. -
Page 20: On-Screen Menu Display From Remote Control
On-Screen Menu Display from Remote Control To Picture adjust menu (see page 28) Picture Normalise Normal Dynamic Picture Mode Contrast Brightness Colour Tint Sharpness White balance Normal To Sound adjust menu (see page 26) Sound Normalise Normal Sound Mode Normal Bass Treble Balance... - Page 21 [ AV ] Signal 3D Y/C Filter ( NTSC ) Colour system Auto 3:2 Pulldown Panasonic Auto ( 4:3 ) 4 : 3 To Signal screen for Component (see page 33) [ Component ] Signal 3:2 Pulldown To Signal screen for RGB (see page 34)
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Page 22: Aspect Controls
“16:9” mode, and switching is not possible. For a 525i (480i), 625i (575i), 525p (480p) and 625p (575p) signal input during “Component” input signal mode, “Panasonic Auto” can not be selected. (3) The aspect mode is memorized separately for each input terminal (AV(S Video), Component, RGB and PC). - Page 23 (depending on the picture source), allowing you to view the picture at its maximum size. Note: Image is expanded Panasonic Auto mode is designed to automatically adjust the aspect ratio to handle a mix of 16:9 and Changes in accordance 4:3 program material. Certain 4:3 program material,...
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Page 24: Adjusting Picture Pos./Size
Adjusting Picture Pos./Size Adjusting screen PICTURE POS. /SIZE Press to display the Picture Pos./Size menu. Press to select H-Pos/H-Size/V-Pos/V- Size/Clock Phase. During “AV(S Video)” and “Component” input signal modes. Picture Pos./Size Normalise Normal H-Pos H-Size V-Pos V-Size Press to adjust Pos./Size. Press to exit from adjust mode. - Page 25 When the Position Left “ ” button is pressed. H-Pos When the Position Left “ ” button is pressed. H-Size When the Position Left “ ” button is pressed. V-Pos When the Position Left “ ” button is pressed. V-Size Flickering and distortion can be eliminated by using the Position Left “...
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Page 26: Sound Adjustment
Sound Adjustment SOUND Press to display the Sound menu. Select to adjust each item. Press to select the desired adjustment menu. Select the desired level by listening to the sound. Bass Adjusts low sounds Treble Adjusts high sounds Balance Adjusts left and right volumes Surround (see next page) Select On or Off... -
Page 27: Surround Controls
Surround Controls INPUT SURROUND PICTURE SOUND SET UP PICTURE POS. /SIZE ASPECT OFF TIMER PLASMA DISPLAY SURROUND SURROUND Button The benefits of surround sound are enormous. You can be completely enveloped in sound; just as if you were at a concert hall or cinema. -
Page 28: Picture Adjustments
Picture Adjustments PICTURE Press to display the Picture menu. Select to adjust each item. Press to select the menu to adjust. Select the desired level by looking at the picture behind the menu. Picture Normalise Normal Picture Mode Normal Contrast Brightness Colour Tint... - Page 29 Item Effect Contrast Less More Brightness Darker Brighter Colour Less More Tint (NTSC only) Reddish Greenish Sharpness Less More Note: In PICTURE, there is not a noticeable change even when contrast is increased with a bright picture or reduced with a dark picture.
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Page 30: Screensaver (For Preventing After-Images)
Screensaver Do not display a still picture, especially in 4:3 mode, for any length of time. If the display must remain on, a Screensaver should be used. SET UP Press to display the Setup menu screen. Reversal / Scroll selection On / Off selection If the mode is at On, the menu screen will disappear and the Screensaver will be activated. -
Page 31: Side Panel Adjustment
Side Panel Adjustment Do not display a picture in 4:3 mode for an extended period, as this can cause an after-image to remain on the side panels either side of the display field. To prevent the appearance of such an after-image, illuminate the side panels. -
Page 32: Setup For Input Signals
( UK ) OSD Lan Component Setup Component/RGB-in select Screensaver lish ( UK ) OSD Lan Press (ACTION) button [ AV ] Signal 3D Y/C Filter ( NTSC ) Colour system Auto 3:2 Pulldown Panasonic Auto ( 4:3 ) 4 : 3... -
Page 33: Colour System / Panasonic Auto
Set the colour system to match the input signal. If set to “Auto”, the colour system is determined automatically. Panasonic Auto Set to “4 : 3” to view 4:3 images in an unchanged format when Panasonic Auto is (4:3) selected. If you would like to view 4:3 images in “Just” format, set to “Just”. -
Page 34: Sync
Setup for input signals Sync Select Signal from the “Setup” menu during RGB or PC input signal mode. Press to adjust. Press to exit from adjust mode. Setting RGB sync signal: Confirm that the input is set to RGB input (this setting is valid only for RGB input). H &... -
Page 35: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Before you call for service, determine the symptoms and make a few simple checks as shown below. Symptoms Picture Interference Normal Picture No Picture No Picture No Colour Plasma Display panel Symptoms Some parts of the screen do not light up After-images appear Whirring sounds can be heard from the display unit. -
Page 38: Specifications
AUDIO IN (RCA PIN JACK (HIGH-DENSITY D-SUB 15PIN) AUDIO IN (M3 JACK) SERIAL EXTERNAL CONTROL TERMINAL (D-SUB 9PIN) SPEAKERS (6 ) TH-42PHW5 220 - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz 375 W 3.0 W 1.7 W Drive method AC type 42-inch, 16:9 aspect ratio 920 mm (W) 518 mm (H) 1,056 mm (diagonal) No. - Page 39 Dimensions Mass (Weight) Notes: (1) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Weight and dimensions shown are approximate. (2) This equipment complies with the EMC standards listed below. EN55022, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3, EN61000-6-2. TH-42PHW5 TMME187 J0KF00000018 TY-SP42P5W-H TY-ST42PW1 TY-WK42PV1...
- Page 40 Warranty Service purposes. Model Number Serial Number Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. Web Site : http://www.panasonic.co.jp/global/ Printed in Japan MBS0602S1072(MS)