Panasonic TH-42PW3 Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions

PLASMA DISPLAY
Wide Plasma Display
TH-42PW3
TH-42PWD3
Model No.
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TQBC0229

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    INPUT R - STANDBY G POWER ON Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read these instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference. English Operating Instructions PLASMA DISPLAY Model No. Wide Plasma Display TH-42PW3 TH-42PWD3 ® TQBC0229...
  • 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 Wide Plasma Display. To obtain maximum benefit from your set, please read these Instructions before making any adjustments, and retain them for future reference.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Setup for input signals ... 28 Component/RGB-in select ... 28 Adjusting unnatural video images (3D Y/C Filter) ... 28 Colour system / Panasonic Auto ... 29 [Sync] ... 30 [Pull-in range] ... 30 [Clamp position] ... 30 [H-Freq. (kHz)/V-Freq. (Hz)] ... 30 Troubleshooting ...
  • Page 4: Warnings And Precautions

    If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local Panasonic Dealer.. If the fitted moulded plug is unsuitable for the socket outlet in your home, then the fuse shall be removed and the plug cut off and disposed of safety.
  • Page 5 High voltages which can cause severe electric shocks are present inside the Wide Plasma Display. For any inspection, adjustment and repair work, please contact your local Panasonic dealer. Securely insert the power cord plug as far as it will go.
  • Page 6: Cleaning And Maintenance

    If water or foreign objects get inside the Wide Plasma Display, if the Wide 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 Wide Plasma Display Do not bring your hands, face or objects close to the ventilation holes of the Wide Plasma Display.
  • Page 7: Accessories

    Accessories Accessories Supply Check that you have the accessories and items shown Operating Instruction book Guarantee Card (for Model No. TH-42PW3 only) Optional Accessories • Speakers • Pedestal TY-SP42PM3W (for Model No. TH-42PW3) TY-SP42PWD3W (for Model No. TH-42PWD3) • Wall-hanging bracket •...
  • 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: Basic Controls

    Basic Controls R - STANDBY G POWER ON TH-42PW3 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.)
  • Page 10: 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 Terminals (R) AUDIO VIDEO S-VIDEO AV IN COMPONENT/RGB IN AV IN Terminals (see page 11, 12) Speakers (Optional accessories) –...
  • Page 11: How To Connect The Av Input Terminals

    How to connect the AV Input Terminals S-VIDEO Signal Connection (Example) When connecting a S-Video VCR (DVD Player / S-VIDEO VCR) Audio Video S-Video VIDEO AUDIO 2 RCA Audio cables VIDEO Signal Connection (VCR) 21P Scart Plug (DVD / Satellite Receiver) AV1/TV 21P Scart Plug Note:...
  • Page 12: How To Connect The Component/Rgb Input Terminals

    Connections How to connect the COMPONENT/RGB Input Terminals COMPONENT signal Connection Example of input signal source HDTV-compatible VCR cables RGB camera 2 RCA Audio cables RGB signal (R, G, B, HD, VD) Connection The TUNER input terminal is reserved for use with future external compatible components. Example of input signal source TUNER TU-PTA300B Notes:...
  • Page 13 VIDEO Signal Connection (DVD / Satellite Receiver) The cable shown is for connection detail only. If you wish to use this connection method, please consult your Dealer for the cable. Select sync oj VIDEO (see page 30). Notes: (1) Additional equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this set. (2) 21 pin connectors and 21 pin scart plugs are connectors used in Europe.
  • Page 14: How To Connect The Pc Input Terminals

    Connections How to connect the PC Input Terminals COMPUTER Notes: (1) Computer signals which can be input are those with a horizontal scanning frequency of 15.5 to 110 kHz and vertical scanning frequency of 48 to 120 Hz. (However, signals exceeding 1200 lines will not be displayed properly.) (2) The display resolution is a maximum 640 when the aspect mode is set to “16:9”.
  • Page 15: How To Connect The Serial Terminals

    Input select (toggle) None AV Mode Component / RGB mode (processed as a or RGB signals as set by this unit) PC mode Screen mode select (toggle) None Normal (4:3) NORM Zoom ZOOM Full FULL Just JUST Panasonic Auto SELF...
  • Page 16: Power On/Off And Input Signal Selection

    — R - STANDBY INPUT G POWER ON R - STANDBY G POWER ON TH-42PW3 Power Indicator INPUT SURROUND Connecting the plug to the Wall Outlet Push the Power switch on the Wide Plasma Display to turn the set on Power-On...
  • Page 17: Select The Input Signal

    Select the input signal INPUT — R - STANDBY G POWER ON — INPUT INPUT SURROUND Power On/Off and input signal selection INPUT Press the INPUT button to select the input video signal to be played back from the equipment such as a VCR which has been connected to the Wide Plasma Display.
  • Page 18: On Screen Menu Display From Remote Control

    Advanced settings Normalise Normal Black extension W/B Hi W/B Hi W/B Low R W/B Low B Gamma 2. 2 Normalise Adjust Return Select For model No.TH-42PW3 Picture Normalise Normal Picture Mode Normal Contrast htness Colour Tint Shar ness White balance Normal...
  • Page 19: Selecting The On-Screen Menu Language

    Español ENGLISH (US) ... (Japanese) [ AV ] Signal 3D Y/C Filter ( NTSC ) Colour s stem Auto Panasonic Auto ( 4:3 ) [ Component ] Signal Clam osition [ RGB ] Signal H & V Pull-in ran Narrow...
  • Page 20: Aspect Controls

    For a 525i (480i), 625i (575i) signal input during “Component” input signal mode, “Panasonic Auto” can not be selected. (4) The aspect mode is memorized separately for each input terminal (AV, Component, RGB and PC).
  • Page 21 (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,...
  • Page 22: Adjusting Picture Pos./Size

    Adjusting Picture Pos./Size Adjusting screen ASPECT Press to select the screen mode to adjust. (see next page) 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” and “Component” input signal modes. Picture Pos./Size Normalise Normal...
  • Page 23 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 “...
  • Page 24: Sound Adjustment

    Sound Adjustment Press the SOUND button to display the Sound Menu. Select to adjust each item. Press to select the desired adjustment menu to adjust. Select the desired level by listening to the sound. Bass Adjusts low sounds Treble Adjusts high sounds Balance Adjusts left and right volumes...
  • Page 25: 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 26: 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 htness Colour Tint...
  • Page 27: Advanced Settings (Model "Th-42Pwd3" Only)

    Item Effect Contrast Less More Brightness Darker Brighter Colour Less More Tint (NTSC only) Reddish Greenish Sharpness Less More Note: There is little change when contrast is increased with a bright picture or reduced with a dark picture. Advanced setings (Model “TH-42PWD3” only) Item Effect Black...
  • Page 28: Setup For Input Signals

    OSD Lan Return Select Component Setup Component/RGB-in select lish ( UK ) OSD Lan Return Select Press (store) button [ AV ] Signal 3D Y/C Filter ( NTSC ) Colour s stem Auto Panasonic Auto ( 4:3 ) Change Return Select...
  • Page 29: Colour System / Panasonic Auto

    Auto Pansonic Auto Set to “4:3” to view 4:3 images in an unchanged format when (4:3) Panasonic Auto is selected. If you would like to view 4:3 images in “Just” format, set to “Just”. Function SECAM M NTSC...
  • Page 30: Sync

    Setup for input signals Select the Signal from the “Setup” menu during RGB or PC input signal mode. Press to select each item. Press to adjust. The following operation methods are the same for both the Signal [RGB] and Signal [PC]. SYNC Setting RGB sync signal setting: Confirm that the input is set to RGB input (this setting is valid only for RGB input).
  • Page 31: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Before you call for service, determine the symptoms and make a few simple checks as shown below. Symptoms Picture Interface Normal Picture No Picture No Picture No Colour Plasma Display panel Symptoms Some parts of the screen do not light up Afterimages appear Sound Noisy Sound...
  • Page 32: Specifications

    Specifications TH-42PW3 Power Source Power Consumption Normal use Stand-by condition Power off condition Plasma Display panel Contrast Ratio Brightness Capability Screen size Operating condition Temperature Humidity Applicable signals Colour System NTSC, PAL, PAL60, SECAM, Modified NTSC Scanning format 525i (480i), 625i (575i), 525p (480p), 750p (720p), 1125i(1080i)
  • Page 33 TH-42PW3 Optional Supplied Speakers TY-SP42PM3W Pedestal TY-ST42PT3-S Wall stand Mobile stand Wall-hanging bracket (vertical) Wall-hanging bracket (angled) Ceiling unit Terminal Cover Dimensions 1020 mm approx. 29.5 kg net (main unit only) Weight (Mass) approx. 33.7 kg (with speakers) Notes: (1) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Weight and dimensions shown are approximate.
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  • Page 36 Warranty Service purposes. Model Number Serial Number Panasonic (U.K.) Ltd. Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. Willoughby Road, Bracknell, Central P.O. Box 288, Osaka 530-8692, Japan...

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