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Operating Instructions
PLASMA DISPLAY
Wide Plasma Display
TH-37PW4
TH-42PW4
Model No.
®
TQBC0293-1
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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 Wide Plasma Display Operating Instructions PLASMA DISPLAY Model No. ® TH-37PW4 TH-42PW4 TQBC0293-1... - 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 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 ... 29 Setup for input signals ... 30 Component/RGB-in select ... 30 3D Y/C Filter – For NTSC video images ... 30 Colour system / Panasonic Auto ... 31 [Sync] ... 32 [Pull-in range] ... 32 [Clamp position] ... 32 [H-Freq. -
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
• High voltages which can cause severe electric shocks are present inside the 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 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 Accessories Supply Check that you have the accessories and items shown Operating Instruction book Guarantee Card Optional Accessories • Speakers TY-SP37P4W-K(TH-37PW4) TY-SP42PM3W(TH-42PW4) • • Wall-hanging bracket (vertical) TY-WK37PV3(TH-37PW4) TY-WK42PV1(TH-42PW4) 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 adapter 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 30, 32) (2) Additional equipment, cables and adapter plugs shown are not supplied with this set.
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Page 13: How To Connect The Pc Input Terminals
How to connect the PC Input Terminals COMPUTER Installing the ferrite core Pull back the tabs (in two places) 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. -
Page 14: How To Connect The Serial Terminals
None 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... -
Page 15: 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 16: 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-42PW4 Remote Control Sensor Power Indicator When the Power is turned on for the first time, the Language selection screen is displayed. -
Page 17: 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 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 18: On Screen Menu Display From Remote Control
On-Screen Menu Display from Remote Control To Picture adjust menu (see page 26) Picture Normalise Normal Dynamic Picture Mode Contrast Brightness Colour Tint Sharpness White balance Normal To Sound adjust menu (see page 24) Sound Normalise Normal Normal Sound Mode Bass Treble Balance... - Page 19 Signal To Signal screen for AV (see page 31) 3D Y/C Filter ( NTSC ) Colour system Auto Panasonic Auto ( 4:3 ) 4 : 3 To Signal screen for RGB (see page 32) [ RGB ] Signal H & V...
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Page 20: Aspect Controls
“16:9” mode, and switching is not possible. For a 525i (480i), 625i (576i) 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,...
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Page 22: 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” 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 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 “...
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Page 24: 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 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 the PICTURE button on the Remote Control 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... - Page 27 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 Picture is increased with a bright picture or reduced with a dark picture. Adjustments Selects the proper brightness and density for the room.
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Page 28: 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 To stop the Screensaver under On, press the (For preventing after-images) -
Page 29: 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 30: 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 Panasonic Auto ( 4:3 ) 4 : 3... -
Page 31: Colour System / Panasonic Auto
Set the colour system to match the input signal. If set to “Auto”, the colour system is determined automatically. Pansonic Auto Set to “4 : 3” to view 4:3 images in an unchanged format when Panasonic (4:3) Auto is selected. If you would like to view 4:3 images in “Just” format, set to “Just”. -
Page 32: Sync
Setup for input signals Select 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: Confirm that the input is set to RGB input (this setting is valid only for RGB input). -
Page 33: 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 After-images appear Whirring sounds can be heard from the display unit. -
Page 34: Specifications
(HIGH-DENSITY D-SUB 15PIN) AUDIO IN (M3.5 JACK) SERIAL EXTERNAL CONTROL TERMINAL (D-SUB 9PIN) SPEAKERS (6 ) TH-37PW4 220 - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz 225 W Drive method AC type 37-inch, 16:9 aspect ratio (Panel only) 650 cd / m (As a set) 330 cd / m No. - Page 35 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-37PW4 TMME187 J0KF00000018 TY-SP37P4W-S TY-ST42PT3-S TY-ST42PW1...
- Page 36 Warranty Service purposes. Model Number Serial Number Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. Web Site : http://www.panasonic.co.jp/global/ Printed in Japan MBS0901S1091(MS)