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Panasonic TH-55VF1HU Operating Informations

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Operating Instructions

FULL HD LCD Display For business use
Model No.
Functional Manual
TH-55VF1HU
TH-55VF1HW
55-inch model
55-inch model
DPQP1100ZA

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions Functional Manual FULL HD LCD Display For business use TH-55VF1HU English 55-inch model Model No. TH-55VF1HW 55-inch model This manual is common to all the models regardless of suffixes of the model number. U : for US, Canada and Mexico...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Dear Panasonic Customer Welcome to the Panasonic family of customers. We hope that you will have many years of enjoyment from your new LCD Display. Before use To obtain maximum benefit from your set, please read these ●...
  • Page 3 RECALL························································· 35 Control Command via LAN ································ 85 Volume Adjustment ·········································· 35 PJLink protocol ················································ 89 Sound mute On / Off ········································· 35 Early Warning Software ····································· 90 OFF TIMER ···················································· 36 Multi Monitoring & Control Software ····················· 90 Video Wall Manager ········································· 90 ASPECT Controls ...........

  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    Important Safety WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN Instructions WARNING 1) Read these instructions. WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, 2) Keep these instructions. do not remove cover or back. 3) Heed all warnings. No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing 4) Follow all instructions.

  • Page 5: Fcc Statement

    However, it will disappear when by Panasonic Corp. of North America could void the a general moving picture is displayed for a while. user’s authority to operate this device.

  • Page 6: Important Safety Notice

    Important Safety IMPORTANT INFORMATION If a display is not positioned in a sufficiently stable Notice location, it can be potentially hazardous due to falling. Many injuries, particularly to children, can be avoided by taking simple precautions such as: Using cabinets or stands recommended by the •...

  • Page 7: Safety Precautions

    • short-circuit may occur which could result in fire or electric shock. If any foreign objects get inside the Display, please consult your local Panasonic dealer. Transport only in upright position! Transporting the unit with its liquid crystal panel •...
  • Page 8 Have the Display checked, adjusted, or repaired at • • crystal panel may have adverse effect. your local Panasonic dealer. Keep the supplied AAA/R03/UM4 batteries out of reach of children. If accidentally swallowed, it will be harmful to the body.
  • Page 9 If the Display is not going to be used for any CAUTION prolonged length of time: Unplug the power supply plug from the wall outlet. • If problems or malfunction occur, stop using The power consumption is 0 W when the power immediately.

  • Page 10: Precautions For Use

    Precautions for use Do not step on, or hang from the display. They might tip over, or might be broken and it may • result in injury. Pay special attention to the children. Do not reverse the polarity (+ and -) of the battery Cautions when installing when inserting.
  • Page 11 • Change your password periodically. • electricity occurs often, such as on a carpet, a wired Panasonic Corporation or its affiliate companies will • LAN communication is disconnected more often. never ask for your password directly. Do not divulge In that case, remove static electricity and the noise your password in case you receive such inquiries.

  • Page 12: Accessories

    Accessories Power supply cord (Approx. 2 m) TH-55VF1HU Accessories Supply ● 1JP155AF1U Check that you have the accessories and items shown Operating Instructions (CD-ROM × 1) TH-55VF1HW ● 1JP155AF1W Remote Control Transmitter ● 2JP155AF1W × 1 ● N2QAYA000093 ● 3JP155AF1W LAN cable (CAT5e) ×...

  • Page 13: Remote Control Batteries

    VESA Mounting Remote Control Batteries 1. Pull and hold the hook, then open the battery cover. To mount this Display using a VESA mounting bracket (commercially available): Protective Sheet Table 2. Insert batteries - note correct polarity (+ and -). AAA/R03/UM4 type 3.

  • Page 14: Cautions When Moving

    Cautions when LCD panel moving protection The display has handles for carrying. Hold them when Protection materials for the LCD panel have been moving. attached on this unit. Remove one on the bottom surface before installation Handle and the other four on the front surface (left, right, top and bottom) after installation.

  • Page 15: Eyebolt

    Eyebolt Kensington security The display has holes for attaching eyebolts (M10). The security slot of this unit is compatible with the When installing, use them to suspend the display. Kensington security cables. Use the eyebolt only for temporary hanging or movement.

  • Page 16: Connections

    Connections Cable fixing Note ● 3 clampers are supplied with this unit. Fix the cables AC cord connection and fixing at 3 locations using the holes for clampers as shown below. Back of the unit If you need more clampers, purchase them from your dealer.

  • Page 17: Video Equipment Connection

    Video equipment connection G/Y/VIDEO COMPONENT/RGB/VIDEO IN SERIAL IN, SERIAL Input / Output Terminal DVI-D IN 1, DVI-D Input Terminal SERIAL OUT: Control the Display by connecting DVI-D IN 2: Connect to PC or video to PC. equipment with DVI-D output. (see page 25) (see page 21) IR IN,...

  • Page 18: Before Connecting

    Before connecting 10 COMPONENT / COMPONENT / RGB Video RGB / Input Terminal (R/P , B/P ● Before connecting cables, carefully read the operating VIDEO IN: , G/Y) instructions for the external device to be connected. Connect to video equipment ●...

  • Page 19: Hdmi Terminal Connection

    HDMI terminal connection Pin assignments and signal names for HDMI Terminal Note ● Video equipment and HDMI cable shown are not supplied with this unit. ● Some HDMI equipment may not be able to display picture. ● For audio, it is also possible to use AUDIO1 IN or AUDIO2 IN terminal input.

  • Page 20: Displayport Terminal Connection

    DisplayPort terminal connection Pin assignments and signal names for DisplayPort Note ● Additional computer and cables shown are not supplied with this set. ● Only Dual Mode (DP++) is compatible with DisplayPort terminal. Pin No. Signal Name ML_Lane 3 (n) GND (Ground) ML_Lane 3 (p) ML_Lane 2 (n)

  • Page 21: Dvi-D In 1 / Dvi-D In 2 Terminal Connection

    DVI-D IN 1 / DVI-D IN 2 terminal Pin assignments and signal names for DVI-D connection Input Note ● Video equipment, DVI-D cable and audio cable shown are not supplied with this unit. ● DVI-D IN terminal is for Single Link only. ●...

  • Page 22: Pc In Terminal Connection

    ● Component Input is possible with the pin 1, 2, 3 of the PC IN terminal connection Mini D-sub 15P Connector. Change the [Component/RGB-in select] setting in Shared with DVI-D IN 1 / DVI-D IN 2. the [Signal] menu to [Component] (when Component signal connection) or [RGB] (when RGB signal connection).

  • Page 23: Digital Link In / Out Terminal Connection

    ● Video equipment and connection cables are not supplied with this unit. Twisted pair cable transmitters such as the Panasonic Digital Interface Box (ET-YFB100G) or the DIGITAL ● When connecting with DIGITAL LINK, be sure to LINK Switcher (ET-YFB200G) use twisted pair cables configure each of the [Network settings] settings.

  • Page 24: Video In Terminal Connection

    Daisy chain connection Note It is possible to daisy chain multiple displays when ● The cable for daisy chain connection is supplied with displaying the picture on multi screen, etc. this unit. To connect the displays, use the supplied cable. ●...

  • Page 25: Component/Rgb In Terminal Connection

    COMPONENT/RGB IN terminal SERIAL terminal connection connection The SERIAL terminal conforms to the RS-232C interface specification, so that the Display can be controlled by a Note computer which is connected to this terminal. ● Video equipment, cables and conversion adapter Note shown are not supplied with this unit.
  • Page 26 It is possible to daisy chain multiple displays, and Pin assignments and signal names for SERIAL then control the specific display with PC. Terminal Pin No. Signal Name NC (not connected) Non use GND (Ground) Non use Shorted in this set NC (not connected) These signal names are those of computer specifications.
  • Page 27 For group ID, insert AAA (for A) to GGG (for G) for None Power OFF <XXX>. Volume 000 - 100 ● Consult your local Panasonic dealer for detail Audio MUTE OFF instructions on command usage. Audio MUTE ON For more details, visit the following web site. None Input select (toggle) http://panasonic.net/prodisplays/...

  • Page 28: Ir In/Ir Out Terminal Connection

    AUDIO OUT terminal connection IR IN/IR OUT terminal connection Connect the IR cable (supplied) from the IR OUT Note terminal of the first display to the IR IN terminal of the ● Audio equipment and the cable shown are not second display.

  • Page 29: Usb Terminal Connection

    USB terminal connection Speaker terminal connection Please use 8 Ω/10 W speaker. Connect the USB memory to use [USB media player]. (see page 98) USB memory device While pressing the lever, insert the core Pin assignments and signal names for USB Terminal wire.

  • Page 30: Identifying Controls

    Identifying Controls Main Unit INPUT MENU ENTER 1 External Input Terminal ● Connects to video equipment, PC, etc. (see page 17) 2 <Power button (Unit)> ( ● Turns the power ON (Picture is displayed.) / OFF (standby) when the <Main power switch> ( / ) is ON ( ).

  • Page 31: Remote Control Transmitter

    11 Numeric buttons (0 - 9) Remote Control Transmitter ● Used to input ID number when using several Displays. (see page 110) ● Used as shortcut buttons by assigning frequently used operations. (see page 74) 12 FUNCTION GROUP (see page 74) 13 ID MODE (see page 110) 14 Signal emission...

  • Page 32: Basic Controls

    Basic Controls Connect the AC cord plug to the Display. (see page 16) AC socket outlet Connect the plug to the socket outlet. AC cord (supplied) Note ● Main plug types vary between countries. The power plug shown at left may, therefore, not be the type fitted to your set.
  • Page 33 ■ ■ When the Unit is turned on for the first time Power ON message Following screen will be displayed. The following message may be displayed when turning the unit power ON: Select the language with No activity power off Precautions press <ENTER>.

  • Page 34: Selecting The Input Signal

    Selecting the input signal : [COMPONENT] may be displayed as [RGB] depending on the settings of [Component/RGB-in Select the signals input to the unit. select]. (see page 51) Press <INPUT> or <INPUT (Unit)>. Note ● Displays the signal name as set in [Input label]. (see page 65) ●...

  • Page 35: Recall

    RECALL Volume Adjustment It is possible to check the setting status of input label, Press <VOL +> <VOL -> or <+ (Unit)> <- (Unit)> to picture mode, etc. adjust volume. Press <RECALL>. Unit Current setting status will be displayed. 16:9 Backup mode OK INPUT MENU...

  • Page 36: Off Timer

    OFF TIMER The Display can be preset to switch to stand-by after a fixed period. (30 min, 60 min, 90 min) The setting switches each time <OFF TIMER> is pressed. ● [0 min] → [30 min] → [60 min] → [90 min] → [0 min] (Cancel) ● When three minutes remain, the remaining time will flash (Red).

  • Page 37: Aspect Controls

    ASPECT Controls Aspect mode Description Press <ASPECT> or <ENTER (Unit)> repeatedly to Pictures are displayed in the 4:3 move through the aspect options: area. Pictures with a 4:3 aspect ratio [4:3] → [Zoom1] → [Zoom2] → [16:9] are displayed as is. PC signals are enlarged or reduced to be displayed in the 4:3 area.

  • Page 38: Digital Zoom

    Digital ZOOM Switch the zoom ratio for the screen areas. Switches every time <ENTER> is pressed. Select the screen areas (25 areas) to zoom in, and zoom in the selected image areas ×2, ×3 or ×4. (Use the remote control. The main unit’s buttons cannot be used for operation.) Exit Exit...

  • Page 39: On-Screen Menu Displays

    On-Screen Menu Set. Displays Display the menu screen. Remote Control Press to select. Press to select. Press. INPUT MENU ENTER Unit Exit from the menu. Press for several times. Press. INPUT MENU ENTER Each time the button is pressed, the menu screen will switch.
  • Page 40 Menu display list [Setup] menu ● Menu that cannot be adjusted is greyed out. (see page 50 - 76) Adjustable menu changes depending on signal, input Setup and menu setting. Signal Control settings [Position] menu Multi display settings (see page 41 - 42) Input search Failover/Failback Position...

  • Page 41: Adjusting Position

    Adjusting Position Auto setup When inputting a PC signal, [H-position] / [V-position], [H-size] / [V-size], [Clock phase] and [Dot clock] are Press <POSITION> to display the automatically corrected. [Position] menu. This setting is enabled under the following condition: Position ● When inputting from PC IN or RGB IN Default Default...
  • Page 42 [H-position] Adjust the horizontal position with Note ● In some cases, noise appears outside the area picture is displayed, but it is not a malfunction. [H-size] Adjust the horizontal size with [V-position] Adjust the vertical position with [V-size] Adjust the vertical size with [Clock (For RGB IN or PC IN input) phase]...

  • Page 43: Sound Adjustment

    Sound Adjustment [Bass] Adjusts low pitch sounds. [Treble] Adjusts high pitch sounds. [Surround] [Off]: Press <SOUND> to display the Normal sound [Sound] menu. [On]: Surround sound Sound Default Default Note Output select Speaker out ● [Bass], [Treble] and [Surround] settings are Balance memorised separately for [Normal], [Dynamic] and Sound mode...

  • Page 44: Picture Adjustments

    Picture Adjustments [Picture mode] This menu switches to easy-to- see pictures suitable to the picture source or environment where this unit is used. Press <PICTURE> to display the [Vivid signage] [Picture] menu. Suitable for signage applications featuring more vivid and sharper images in bright environments Picture such as a shop.
  • Page 45 [Brightness] Adjusts for easier viewing of dark 1 Press <ENTER> while setting pictures. [Colour temperature]. Darker ↔ Brighter Enhance level High [Colour] Adjusts colour saturation. Gamma Less ↔ More Colour temperature 6500K [Hue] Adjusts hue of skin colour. Example: Reddish ↔ Greenish When [Colour temperature] is [6500K], it is possible to reflect ●...

  • Page 46: Picture Profiles

    Picture Profiles [G bias] Adjusts the white balance for dark green areas. -127 to 128 Up to 8 combinations of picture adjustment values (in the [Picture] menu) can be stored in the display memory [B bias] as profiles and applied as needed, for a convenient way Adjusts the white balance for dark to enjoy your preferred picture settings.

  • Page 47: Saving Profiles

    Overview of Picture Profiles Saving profiles Follow these steps to save picture adjustment values as Original picture profiles. Adjust picture. (see page 44 - 46) Specify the picture quality in the [Picture] menu. (see page 44 - 46) In the [Picture] menu, select [Memory save] with and press <ENTER>.

  • Page 48: Loading Profiles

    When you finished entering the Loading profiles profile name, select [Ok] with Load profiles and apply the picture adjustment values to and press <ENTER>. the display as follows. In the [Picture] menu, select [Memory MY MEMORY1 █ load] with and press <ENTER>. Memory save Memory load Memory edit...

  • Page 49: Editing Profiles

    Editing profiles Enter a name for the profile with Delete or rename profiles as follows. ■ ● Entering characters (see page 111) Deleting profiles In the [Picture] menu, select [Memory MEMORY1 █ edit] with and press <ENTER>. Memory save Memory load Memory edit Select [Memory delete] with –...

  • Page 50: Setup Menu

    Setup menu Signal Examples of [Signal] submenu screen When HDMI / DVI / DisplayPort / DIGITAL LINK is Press <SETUP> to display the [Setup] selected menu. Signal Setup YUV/RGB-in select Cinema reality Signal Noise reduction Auto Control settings MPEG noise reduction Multi display settings Signal range Full(0-255)

  • Page 51: Cinema Reality

    ■ [Sync] When USB is selected This menu is displayed at PC IN input. Signal Noise reduction Auto Setting RGB/PC sync signal MPEG noise reduction [Auto]: Note The H and V sync or synchronized signal is automatically selected. When both of them have ●...

  • Page 52: Colour System

    ■ ■ [MPEG noise reduction] [3D Y/C filter] Reduces block noise and mosquito noise on MPEG Set this if the video looks unnatural at VIDEO IN input. videos. Set this to [On] normally. Note [Off]: ● Depending on the signalling system, this setting Disables Noise Reduction.

  • Page 53: Input Signal Display

    [Select display] Select the child to operate in conjunction with the 16:9 parent. The registration procedure is as follows. Backup mode OK Set the input of the child to operate in conjunction AUDIO1 IN with the current input of the parent. Memory name: MEMORY2 Select [Select display] and press <ENTER>.

  • Page 54: Control Settings

    Control settings ■ [IR out] Sets the terminal used for the IR signal output. Sets each item of the function which enables to control multiple displays at the same time, or individually. [IR OUT]: IR output terminal [DIGITAL LINK]: DIGITAL LINK OUT terminal [Control settings] - submenu screen ■...
  • Page 55 ■ ■ [Serial response (Normal)] [Multi control auto setting(DIGITAL LINK)] Sets whether to send the response command to normal When connected with the DIGITAL LINK daisy chain, commands without ID. display IDs are automatically assigned to all the displays, and the serial IN/OUT terminals, remote control [Off]: IN/OUT terminals and the network are automatically set.
  • Page 56 [Controller ID / Terminal] [Changing Serial/IR terminal] Displays ON/OFF of the function to control with ID, Sets whether to change the control terminal setting and displays the terminal to use when controlling with or maintain the current setting when performing the remote control.

  • Page 57: Multi Display Settings

    ■ Multi display settings [Vertical scale] Set the vertical scale in the multi display. 1 to 10 displays can be aligned in horizontal direction and vertical direction respectively, and those displays 1 to 10 (1 to 2 for USB input) are regarded as one group.

  • Page 58: Input Search

    ■ Note [Location] ● This function can only be set when [Frame control] is Assign the multi display position. set to [1] to [5]. Example: ● This function is operated regardless of the setting in [Horizontal scale] [10], [Vertical scale] [10] [Multi display setting] ([On] / [Off]).

  • Page 59: Failover/Failback

    [1st search input], [2nd search input] In the other case (When the input is switched after power-on), the input displayed last takes Set the input to search when [Custom] is selected. priority. [HDMI] / [DisplayPort] / [DIGITAL LINK] / [DVI-D1] / ●...
  • Page 60 ■ [Input change mode]: [Quick] [Backup input change] Displays whether or not operating conditions for the Promptly switches to the backup input if an Backup Input function are met. interruption of video occurs, and enables switching between digital (HDMI / DIGITAL LINK / DVI-D1 / [Inactive]: DVI-D2) inputs.
  • Page 61 ■ [Input change mode]: [Normal] Setting conditions Switches to the backup input if an interruption of The following table describes restrictions (available video occurs. combinations) on each setting item. Note Main ● Upon switching to the backup input, the video and HDMI audio adjustment values for the backup input will be used.
  • Page 62 [Backup input change] ● When the backup input, enabled by the operation of Displays whether or not operating conditions for the the Backup Input function, is being used for viewing. Backup Input function are met. HDMI [Inactive]: 16:9 Indicates that the conditions are not met, and Primary backup input inactivates the Backup Input function.

  • Page 63: Colour Matching Function

    ■ [Menu off] Colour matching function Adjustable when the [Colour matching function] menu is Corrects unevenness of colours among multiple not displayed. screens. R (red), G (green), B (blue) and intermediate Select [Menu off] and press <ENTER>. colours (cyan, magenta and yellow) are corrected The menu display disappears, and the remote control individually on each display.

  • Page 64: Screensaver (For Preventing Image Retention)

    Remote control operation while the menu is deleted Screensaver (For preventing image retention) Selecting colour 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.

  • Page 65: Input Label

    Input label Screensaver 2016/01/01 FRIDAY 10:00 This function can change the label of the Input signal to Start be displayed. Mode Interval [Input label] - submenu screen Periodic time 0:00 Operating time 0:00 Input label Periodic time HDMI HDMI DisplayPort DisplayPort DIGITAL LINK DIGITAL LINK...

  • Page 66: Power Management Settings

    Power management settings [HDMI power management] When this function is set to [On], it operates under Set each item to reduce power consumption. the following conditions to turn the power on or off This function works only for the input terminal that is automatically.

  • Page 67: Wobbling

    DIGITAL LINK out [PC power management] (DPMS function) When this function is set to [On], it operates under Sets the signal to output from DIGITAL LINK OUT the following conditions to turn the power on or off terminal. automatically. [Monitor The input signal which is currently When no pictures (HD/VD sync signals) are out(Digital)]:...

  • Page 68: Power On Screen Delay

    Power ON screen delay Set up timer Sets the program to turn the power on with the specified You can set the power-on delay time of the displays to time and video input, or to turn the power off at the reduce the power load, when turning on the power of the specified time.

  • Page 69: Date And Time

    Network settings Date and time Set date and time. ([- -] shows no programme is set.) Set when networking with a computer. [Date and time] - submenu screen [Network settings] submenu will be displayed. Date and time Network settings 2016/01/01 FRIDAY 10:00 Network control Auto display name...

  • Page 70: Network Status

    ■ [LAN setup] Entering numbers Detailed network settings for the LAN established via the IP address LAN terminal of the Display can be configured. 192.168.000.008 Select [LAN setup] with and press <ENTER>. 1. Select the address and press <ENTER>. LAN setup 2.
  • Page 71 ■ ■ [DIGITAL LINK mode] DIGITAL LINK status Switches communication method of DIGITAL LINK Display the DIGITAL LINK connection environment. terminal. Select [DIGITAL LINK status] with and press [Auto]: <ENTER>. Communication method is selected automatically. DIGITAL LINK status HDMI, LAN, serial communication are possible. LINK status No link Ethernet connection is possible.

  • Page 72: Usb Media Player Settings

    Prohibits USB memory network settings. ● This function can only be selected when the Note Panasonic device that supports DIGITAL LINK output (ET-YFB100G, ET-YFB200G) is connected to a ● This function is set to [Permit] as factory default. DIGITAL LINK / LAN terminal and its power is on.

  • Page 73: Function Button Settings

    ■ [Resume play] ■ Functions assignable to the numeric buttons Set to enable or disable resume play. ■ [Input] (Direct input select) [Scenario file check] Input can be selected with single-touch operation. Execute the USB memory contents check. If any error is [HDMI] / [DisplayPort] / [DIGITAL LINK] / detected, the error code and file name will be displayed.

  • Page 74: Startup Image Settings

    Press <0> - <9>. ■ Function button guide The function for the pressed button starts to operate. Sets the function display when numeric buttons are Example: When <2> is pressed. pressed. Set this for each function group. Memory load [On]: Displays the function list for the numeric buttons.
  • Page 75 “.bmp” which start with dot (.). [Default image]: ● Depending on the OS setting, folders or files in the USB memory invisible on your computer may be Panasonic logo (blue background) displayed on this unit. [User image]: Image registered by the user [Clear user image] Clears the image registered in [Read user image].

  • Page 76: Display Orientation

    Display orientation OSD position Sets the on-screen display orientation in the portrait Sets the display position of the on-screen menu. setting. Each time is pressed, the display position of the on-screen menu changes. [Landscape]: Display example: On-screen display angle is for horizontal installation.

  • Page 77: Options Adjustments

    ■ Options Adjustments Unit Press <MENU (Unit)> for several times and display the [Setup] menu. This unit offers special functions conveniently used Select [OSD language] with according to the installation location and application. and then press and hold <ENTER ■ (Unit)>...

  • Page 78: Audio Input Select

    Long life settings Audio input select Set up the sound when a video input is selected. Long life settings Select the video input with Long life mode Set the audio input with Auto brightness adjustment Audio input select [Long life mode] HDMI HDMI Extends the panel life by reducing the backlight...

  • Page 79: Button Lock

    Initial input Input lock Adjusts the input signal when the unit is turned on. Locks the input switch operation. [Off] / [HDMI] / [DisplayPort] / [DIGITAL LINK] / [Off] / [HDMI] / [DisplayPort] / [DIGITAL LINK] / [DVI-D1] / [DVI-D2] / [PC] / [COMPONENT]* / [DVI-D1] / [DVI-D2] / [PC] / [COMPONENT]* / [VIDEO] / [USB] [VIDEO] / [USB]...

  • Page 80: Initial Startup

    Controller user level Initial startup Limits operation of the buttons on the remote control. Sets the power mode of the unit for when the power recovers from failure or after plugging off and in again. [Off]: [Last memory]: You can use all of the buttons on the remote control. Power returns in as the same state as before the [User1]: power interruption.

  • Page 81: Information Timing

    Set up the detecting time for no signal warning. Note (Range: 01 - 60, Interval: 1 minute) ● This function is only for TH-55VF1HU. [No signal error] When set to [On], the display sends out the no signal error. LAN control protocol Select the LAN control protocol.
  • Page 82 Initialization [No signal error timing] Set up the detecting time for no signal error. When both main unit buttons and remote control buttons (Range: 01 - 90, Interval: 1 minute) are disabled due to the [Button lock], [Controller user ● The warning of [No signal warning] and the error level] and [Controller ID function] (see page 54) settings, of [No signal error] are not sent when the no signal...

  • Page 83: Using Network Function

    Using Network Example of network connection Note Function ● To use the network function, set each item in [Network settings] and make sure to set [Network control] to [On]. This unit has a network function and you can control the (see page 69) Display connected to the network using your computer.
  • Page 84 DIGITAL LINK Terminal connection Precautions for use while connecting with a twisted pair cable transmitter A twisted pair cable transmitter, such as the Panasonic About installation / connection device that supports DIGITAL LINK output (ET- YFB100G, ET-YFB200G) uses twisted pair cables to ●...

  • Page 85: Command Control

    Other 1. When [LAN control protocol] is set ● This device is compatible with Panasonic devices that to [Protocol 1]. support DIGITAL LINK output (ET-YFB100G, ET- YFB200G). For the twisted pair cable transmitter of Communicates using the display-specific protocol. other manufacturers, see the web site: ■...
  • Page 86 ■ When the WEB control administrator Command transmission method privileges password has not been set (Non- Transmit in the following command format protect mode) Transmitted data Connection method Last Control Control Header Data part terminal Obtain the display’s IP address and the port number symbol symbol symbol...
  • Page 87 2. When [LAN control protocol] is set to [Protocol 2]. Last Error message terminal Communicates with the same protocol as that of a symbol Panasonic projector “ERR1” : Undefined control ■ When the WEB control administrator command privileges password has been set (Protect “ERR2”...
  • Page 88 ■ When the WEB control administrator Command transmission method privileges password has not been set (Non- Transmit in the following command format protect mode) Transmitted data Connection method Last Obtain the display’s IP address and the port number Header Data part terminal (Default is 1024), and request connection to the symbol...

  • Page 89: Pjlink Protocol

    11: PC IN input (PC) the received data. 21: COMPONENT/RGB IN input ● Consult your local Panasonic dealer for detail (COMPONENT) instructions on command usage. 22: VIDEO input (VIDEO) For more details, visit the following web site.

  • Page 90: Early Warning Software

    41: USB input (USB) separately on one computer without rearranging cables. NAME? Display name query For more details, visit the following web site. The name selected in [Network http://panasonic.net/prodisplays/download/software/index.html settings] - [Display name] is returned. INF1? Manufacturer name query Returns “Panasonic”. English...

  • Page 91: Connecting With Lan

    Connecting with Using Web Browser Control You can use a Web browser to control the unit and set Note up a network and password. ● To use the network function, set each item in [Network settings] and be sure to set [Network control] to [On].

  • Page 92: Access From Web Browser

    Displays the type of Display. log in with the administrator rights. Displays the firmware version of the Display main ● Under no circumstances, Panasonic Corporation or unit. its associated companies will ask customers their password directly. Even if you are asked directly, please do not reveal your password.

  • Page 93: User Account

    Network status page Change Password page Click [Status], then [Network Status] to display the Click [Change password]. Status information page. Displays the current configuration information of the network. Administrator User ■ Administrator mode Displays the configuration details of wired LAN. Basic control page To move from another page, click [Display control], then [Basic control].

  • Page 94: Lan Settings

    ■ Complete the detailed settings and User mode click [Next]. A user can change password only. Setting contents here are the same as the address information contents set for the [LAN setup] menu of the Display. After all required items have been entered, click [Next].
  • Page 95 Ping test page [Browser Remote Control] This page makes it possible to check whether the It is possible to operate the display with the operation network is connected to the DNS server, etc. buttons displayed on the WEB browser. Click [Detailed set up], then [Ping test] to display the Click [Browser Remote Control].

  • Page 96: Using Web Browser Control

    Using Web Browser Control Note ● To use this function, set [Network control] to [On]. Crestron Connected™ (see page 69) (Crestron Connected™ operation screen) ● The Browser Remote Control can also be displayed You can monitor or control the Display using “Crestron by entering “http://xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx/remote/”...
  • Page 97 ● ● [Tools] page [Info] page Click [Tools] on the operation page. Click [Info] on the operation page. [Control System] [Display Name] Sets the information required for the communication Displays the name of the Display. with the controller that is connected to the Display. [Mac Address] [User Password] Displays the MAC address.

  • Page 98: Usb Media Player

    USB media player Multi Media Player Connecting more than one unit using LAN cables plays back files in the USB memory simultaneously. Function description One of the multiple units becomes the parent, and the others are children. The two-unit configuration example The [USB media player] displays still pictures and is shown below.

  • Page 99: Preparation

    Preparation MPEG4 AVC/ MPEG-1/2 Audio Layer-3 H.264 Linear PCM ■ Supported device MPEG-4 Visual ● Commercially available USB memory devices are HE-AAC supported. (Those with security functions are not asf/wmv MPEG4 AVC/ MPEG-1/2 Audio Layer-3 supported. Operation is not guaranteed.) H.264 WMA Standard ●...
  • Page 100 ■ Scenario VC-1 Maximum resolution: 1920 × 1080 The play order and time can be specified for a play file. Advanced Maximum frame rate: Profile Save under the name (one-byte alphabetical characters) 24fps (progressive), 30fps (interlace) “scenario.dat” immediately below root in USB memory. Maximum bit rate: 30Mbps ●...

  • Page 101: Playing Back The Files

    Single Media Player (Type 2) Group ID (for Multi Media Player) Files will be played in the order they were listed in a It is an ID used for grouping on a network during Multi scenario. Media Player conditions. Scenario and file list GroupID:Gxx : Group xx Scenario:...
  • Page 102 Setting example Setting example USB memory contents Parent side filelist.dat USB memory contents scenario.dat filelist.dat Introduction.jpg scenario.dat Contents_Video1.wmv L_Introduction.jpg Contents_Video2.wmv L_Contents_Video1.wmv Contents_Video3.wmv L_Contents_Video2.wmv L_Contents_Video3.wmv scenario.dat PHOTO_001:10 scenario.dat VIDEO_001:10 PHOTO_001:10 VIDEO_002:20 VIDEO_001:10 VIDEO_003: VIDEO_002:20 VIDEO_003: filelist.dat PHOTO_001:Introduction.jpg filelist.dat VIDEO_001:Contents_Video1.wmv GroupID:G01 VIDEO_002:Contents_Video2.wmv PHOTO_001:L_Introduction.jpg VIDEO_003:Contents_Video3.wmv VIDEO_001:L_Contents_Video1.wmv...
  • Page 103 ■ USB memory contents check Play contents For the above setting example, the following contents You can run a USB memory contents check in [USB will be played on repeat (loop). media player settings] - [Scenario file check]. (see page 72) Parent side If an error is present, the information is given with the 1.

  • Page 104: Network Environment (Multi Media Player Only)

    2. Run a USB memory contents check. Network environment (Multi Media 3. Change INPUT to [USB]. Player only) ■ Example of setting up LAN connection and Ending IP address / Subnet mask Change INPUT to other than [USB]. As mentioned below, connect several units together with ■...

  • Page 105: Data Cloning

    Data Cloning Copying data to other display via Display [Setup] menu pressing Menu settings and adjusted values set on a single <SETUP>. display can be copied to multiple displays via LAN or using a USB memory. Select [OSD language] with ■...
  • Page 106 The exit screen appears. Select [Execute] with press <ENTER>. The green mark on the list shows the data has been copied successfully. The red mark shows LAN data cloning failure. If the red mark appears, check the LAN Execute cable connection or power status of the display of Select displays the copy destination.

  • Page 107: Copying The Display Data To The Usb Memory

    Select [YES] with and press Copying the display data to the USB <ENTER>. memory Data copy to the USB memory starts. Insert the USB memory device to the USB terminal at the bottom of the Data to USB Memory display. The data will be overwritten when any data exists originally.

  • Page 108: Copying The Usb Memory Data To The Display

    Turn the power off by switching the Copying the USB memory data to the <Main power switch> ( / ) OFF display ( ). Insert the USB memory device, The copied content is applied to the display. which the data has been copied, to ●...

  • Page 109: Usb Memory Network Settings

    USB memory TH-55VF1H_LAN_SETTINGS: Fixed characters representing the model name network settings Be sure to input. A: Specifies the IP address. S: Specifies the subnet mask G: Specifies the gateway address Using a USB memory device, the network setting can be made for multiple displays.

  • Page 110: Controller Id Function

    Controller ID Cancelling the setting of remote control’s ID number (ID “0”) function You can operate even if the ID does not match the ID set in [Control settings] - [Display ID]. Press <ID SET> for more then 3 seconds. You can set the remote control ID when you want to use This has the same effect as pressing <ID SET>...

  • Page 111: Entering Characters

    Entering characters Select Space key with , and press <ENTER>. MY █ Some settings require to enter characters. To enter text, select characters in the on-screen keyboard. Example: Entering profile names ([Memory save]) MEMORY1 █ – Delete All delete Cancel a/A/@ Space key As shown in step 3, select the characters to enter...

  • Page 112: Preset Signals

    Preset Signals This unit can display the video signals shown in the table below. ■ Video signal Scanning frequency Dot clock Corresponding signal Resolution (Dot) frequency Format* Horizontal Vertical (Hz) (MHz) (kHz) NTSC/NTSC4.43/ 720 × 480i 15.73 59.94 13.50 PAL-M/PAL60 PAL/PAL-N/SECAM 720 ×...
  • Page 113 Scanning frequency Dot clock Corresponding signal Resolution (Dot) frequency Format* Horizontal Vertical (Hz) (MHz) (kHz) 41.20 50.00 68.56 R/Y/D/H/DP/DL 1280 × 800* 1 280 × 800 49.31 59.91 71.00 R/Y/D/H/DP/DL 49.70 59.81 83.50 R/Y/D/H/DP/DL 60.00 60.00 108.00 R/Y/D/H/DP/DL MSXGA* 1 280 × 960 85.94 85.00 148.50...

  • Page 114: Shipping Condition

    ■ Shipping condition Unit Press <MENU (Unit)> for several times and display the [Setup] menu. You can reset the settings / the adjusted values of the following menus to the factory settings: Select [Menu display duration] with [Picture], [Sound], [Setup], [Position], [Options] , and then press and hold <ENTER (Unit)>...

  • Page 115: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Before you call for service, determine the symptoms and make a few simple checks as shown below. Symptoms Check Picture Sound Electrical Appliances Cars / Motorcycles Interference Noisy Sound Fluorescent light Volume Normal No Sound (Check whether the mute function has been activated on the Picture remote control.) Not plugged into AC outlet...
  • Page 116 Symptoms Check Check whether [Control settings] - [Controller ID function] is set to [On] (see page 54), or <ID MODE> switch is set to <ON>. [Controller ID function] cannot be used. (When [Controller ID function] is set to [On], you need to set <ID MODE>...
  • Page 117 Symptoms Check Check whether the connection has been made properly between the video (output) equipment and twisted pair cable transmitter and between the twisted pair cable transmitter and this product. There is no picture displayed or sound output from (see page 84) the [DIGITAL LINK] terminal.

  • Page 118: Specifications

    Specifications Connection terminals HDMI TYPE A Connector* × 1 Audio signal: Model No. Linear PCM (sampling frequencies - 48 kHz, TH-55VF1HU 44.1 kHz, 32 kHz) TH-55VF1HW DisplayPort DisplayPort Terminal × 1 Power Consumption Ver 1.1 Dual Mode only 300 W DVI-D IN 1 Power off with the <Main power switch>...
  • Page 119 PC IN Mini D-sub 15 Pin × 1: TYPE A USB connector × 1 Compatible with DDC2B 5V DC / 500mA (USB 3.0 is not supported.) Y/G: 1.0 Vp-p (75 Ω) (with sync) EXT SP 0.7 Vp-p (75 Ω) (without sync) 8 Ω, 20 W [10 W + 10 W] (10 % THD) Sound 0.7 Vp-p (75 Ω) (without sync)

  • Page 120: Software License

    At least three (3) years from delivery of this product, Panasonic will give to any third party who contacts us at the contact information provided below, for a charge no more than our cost of physically performing source code distribution, a complete machine-readable copy of the corresponding source code covered under GPL V2.0, LGPL...
  • Page 121 Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 For TH-55VF1HW Pursuant to the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9(2) Panasonic Testing Centre Panasonic Service Europe, a division of Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, F.R. Germany English Web Site: http://panasonic.com TP1016TS0 -PB © Panasonic Corporation 2016...

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