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- Page 1 Model No. TH-42BT300W TH-50BT300W Operating Instructions High Defi nition Plasma Display Please read these instructions before operating your set English and retain them for future reference. TQB4TC0134...
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Page 2: 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 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: Important Safety Notice
Important Safety Notice WARNING 1) To prevent damage which may result in fi re or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to dripping or splashing. Do not place containers with water (fl ower vase, cups, cosmetics, etc.) above the set. (including on shelves above, etc.) No naked fl... -
Page 4: 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 fi re or electric shock. If any foreign objects get inside the Plasma Display, please consult your local Panasonic dealer. - Page 5 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 supply plug immediately. • A short circuit may occur, which could cause fi re. Contact your local Panasonic dealer for any repairs that need to be made.
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Page 6: Cleaning And Maintenance
Safety Precautions CAUTION When using the Plasma Display Do not bring your hands, face or objects close to the ventilation holes of the Plasma Display. • Heated air comes out from the ventilation holes at the top of Plasma Display will be hot. Do not bring your hands or face, or objects which cannot withstand heat, close to this port, otherwise burns or deformation could result. -
Page 7: Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions 3D Safety Precautions WARNING Small Parts 3D Eyewear contains small parts (battery and specialised band, etc.) and must be kept out of reach of small children to avoid accidental ingestion. Disassembly Do not disassemble or modify the 3D Eyewear. Lithium Battery Batteries must not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fi... - Page 8 View from at least the recommended distance (3 times the effective height of the screen). Recommended distance TH-42BT300W: 1.6m TH-50BT300W: 1.9m When the top and bottom area of the screen is blackened, such as movies, view the screen at a distance 3 times further than the height of the actual image.
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Page 9: Accessories
Accessories Accessories Supply Check that you have the accessories and items shown Operating Instruction book Remote Control Batteries for the Remote Transmitter Control Transmitter N2QAYB000689 (R6 Size × 2) Clamper × 1 Power supply cord Ferrite core × 2 TMME289 J0KG00000014 Use the Ferrite cores to comply with the EMC standard. -
Page 10: Connections
Connections Speaker connection 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) Black While pressing the lever, insert the core wire. Speaker terminal (L) Black Speaker terminal (R) -
Page 11: Video Equipment Connection
Connections Video equipment connection SERIAL: Control the 3D IR TRANSMITTER: Plasma Display Connect the 3D IR TRANSMITTER by connecting to PC (see (optional accessory). page 14) SLOT: Terminal board (optional accessories) insert slot (see page 4) Note: The right side slot is for factory use only. -
Page 12: Hdmi Connection
Connections HDMI connection [Pin assignments and signal names] Signal name Signal name Pin No. Pin No. T.M.D.S Clock T.M.D.S Data2+ Shield T.M.D.S Data2 T.M.D.S Clock- Shield T.M.D.S Data2- T.M.D.S Data1+ Reserved T.M.D.S Data1 (N.C. on device) Shield HDMI cable T.M.D.S Data1- T.M.D.S Data0+ T.M.D.S Data0 DDC/CEC... -
Page 13: Pc Input Terminals Connection
Connections PC Input Terminals connection (Female) Shared with DVI-D IN. COMPUTER Audio Stereo mini plug (M3) Connect a cable which matches the audio output terminal on the computer. Conversion adapter (if necessary) Mini D-sub 15p PC cable (Male) Notes: • With regard to the typical PC input signals that are described in the applicable input signals list (see page 72), adjustment values such as for the standard picture positions and sizes have already been stored in this unit. -
Page 14: Serial Terminals Connection
• S1A and S1B of Command IMS are available only when a dual input terminal board is attached. With the power off, this display responds to PON command • Consult your local Panasonic dealer for detail instructions only. on command usage. -
Page 15: Power On / Off
Power On / Off Connecting the AC cord plug to the Plasma Display. Connecting the plug to the Wall Outlet Notes: • Main plug types vary between countries. The power plug shown at right may, therefore, not be the type fi... - Page 16 Power On / Off When fi rst switching on the unit Following screen will be displayed when the unit is turned on for the fi rst time. Select the items with the remote control. Unit buttons are invalid. OSD Language OSD Language Select the language.
- Page 17 Power On / Off Power ON warning message The following message may be displayed when turning the unit power ON: 3D Safety Precautions When 3D images will be viewed by unspecifi ed number of people or used for commercial applications, someone in authority should convey the following precautions.
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Page 18: Selecting The Input Signal
Selecting the input signal Press to select the input signal to be played back from the equipment which has been connected to the Plasma Display. INPUT Video input terminal in AV IN (VIDEO). VIDEO COMPONENT Component or RGB input terminal in COMPONENT/RGB IN.* HDMI input terminal in AV IN (HDMI). -
Page 19: Basic Controls
Basic Controls Main Unit Remote control sensor Volume Adjustment Volume Up “+” Down “–” When the menu screen is displayed: “+” : press to move the cursor up “–” : press to move the cursor down (see page 25) Enter / Aspect button (see page 21, 25) INPUT MENU... -
Page 20: Remote Control Transmitter
Basic Controls Remote Control Transmitter Standby (ON / OFF) button PC button The Plasma Display must fi rst be plugged Press to select PC input. (see page 18) into the wall outlet and turned on at the power ASPECT button switch (see page 15). -
Page 21: Aspect Controls
ASPECT Controls The Plasma Display will allow you to enjoy viewing the picture at its maximum size, including wide screen cinema format picture. Note: Be aware that if you put the display in a public place for commercial purposes or a public showing and then use the aspect mode select function to shrink or expand the picture, you may be violating the copyright under copyright law. -
Page 22: Digital Zoom
Digital Zoom This displays an enlargement of the designated part of the displayed image. To use this function, go to “Function Button Settings” in the Setup menu and set this function to the FUNCTION button (see page 56). Display the operation guide. Exit Press to access Digital Zoom. -
Page 23: Viewing 3D Images
Viewing 3D images You can enjoy viewing 3D images with contents or programmes compatible with 3D effect by using the 3D eyewear (optional). Note: You need the 3D IR TRANSMITTER (optional) and the 3D eyewear (optional) to view the 3D images on this display. For further information, see the instruction manuals of the 3D IR TRANSMITTER and the 3D eyewear. -
Page 24: Troubleshooting For 3D Eyewear
Viewing 3D images Troubleshooting for 3D Eyewear Symptoms Checks Cannot see 3D images • Has the 3D Eyewear been switched On? • Ensure that “3D Function” in “3D Settings” is set to “On”. (see page 44) • Some 3D image signals may not be automatically recognized as 3D images. -
Page 25: On-Screen Menu Displays
On-Screen Menu Displays Remote Control Unit Press several times. Display the menu screen. Press MENU Each time the MENU button is pressed, the menu screen will switch. Select the menu. Normal Viewing Picture Access Sound Pos. /Size Setup Picture Normalise Setup Picture Mode Monitor... -
Page 26: Adjusting Pos. /Size
Adjusting Pos. /Size Display the menu screen. Select “Pos. /Size”. access Picture Setup Pos. /Size select Sound Select the item and set. Normalise adjust Auto Setup H-Pos select H-Size V-Pos V-Size Dot Clock Clock Phase Clamp Position Note: 1:1 Pixel Mode Unadjustable items are grayed out. - Page 27 Adjusting Pos. /Size ● Auto Setup When inputting a PC signal as an example, “H-Pos/V-Pos”, “H-Size/V-Size”, “Dot Clock” and “Clock Phase” are automatically corrected. This setting is enabled under the following conditions: • This setting is not activated during Digital Zoom. •...
- Page 28 Adjusting Pos. /Size ● Over scan Turn image over scan On/Off. Confi gurable signals are as follows: 525i, 525p, 625i, 625p, 750/60p, 750/50p (Component Video, RGB, DVI, SDI, HDMI) Notes: • When “Off” is set, “H-Size” and “V-Size” cannot be adjusted. •...
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Page 29: Picture Adjustments
Picture Adjustments Display the menu screen. Select “Picture”. access Picture Setup Pos./Size select Sound Select the item and set. Normalise adjust Picture Mode Cinema Contrast select Brightness Colour Note: Sharpness White balance Normal Menu that cannot be adjusted is grayout. Adjustable menu changes Advanced settings depending on signal, input and menu setting. - Page 30 Picture Adjustments ● Picture Mode You can switch to the optimal picture mode for the video Normal Dynamic source and viewing environment. Monitor Cinema Normal: Cinema: For viewing in standard (evening lighting) environments. For use in viewing tone-focused pictures with brightness This menu selects the normal levels of Brightness and reduced.
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Page 31: Advanced Settings
Picture Adjustments Advanced settings Enables fi ne picture adjustment at a professional level. Notes: • The adjustment values are memorized separately for each input terminal. • The adjustment range values should be used as an adjustment reference. Select the item and set. Advanced settings Normalise Picture Mode... - Page 32 Picture Adjustments ● Cinema reality When “on”, the display attempts to reproduce a more natural interpretation of sources such as movie pictures, which are recorded at 24 frames per second. If the picture is not stable, turn the setting to “off”. Note: When “On”, this setting only affects the following signal input: •...
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Page 33: Colour Space Adjustment (Colour Gamut)
Picture Adjustments Colour space adjustment (Colour gamut) Changes the colour space to BT.709 signal standard chromaticity point and fi ne-tunes it. Advanced settings Normalise Select the item and set. Black extension access Input level Colour gamut Gamma change Colour gamut W/B High R select select... - Page 34 Picture Adjustments ● Reset Resets the adjustment value of colour space. Note: This setting is refl ected only for the selected input terminal and the “Picture Mode”. Select “Reset”. Colour gamut access Colour gamut Custom Edit select 65535 2900 R Ratio G Ratio 2110 65535 1760 65535...
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Page 35: Picture Profi Les
Picture Profi les Up to 16 combinations of picture adjustment values (in the Picture menu and Advanced settings) can be stored in the display memory as profi les and applied as needed, for a convenient way to enjoy your preferred picture settings. Note: If setting items (Picture menu and Advanced settings) are set differently between Memory save and Memory load, they may not refl... -
Page 36: Saving Profi Les
Picture Profi les Saving profi les Follow these steps to save picture adjustment values as profi les. Note: When the settings are locked in “Extended life settings”, profi les cannot be saved. Specify the picture quality in the Picture menu and Enter a name for the profi... -
Page 37: Loading Profi Les
Picture Profi les Loading profi les Load profi les and apply the picture adjustment values to the display as follows. Notes: • Loaded profi les are stored in memory according to the selected input terminal (see page 18). • When the settings are locked in “Extended life settings”, profi les cannot be loaded. <Loading profi... -
Page 38: Editing Profi Les
Picture Profi les Editing profi les Delete or rename profi les as follows. <Deleting profi les> <Renaming profi les> In the Picture menu, select “Memory edit”. In the Picture menu, select “Memory edit”. access access Memory save Memory save Memory load Memory load Memory edit Memory edit... -
Page 39: Sound Adjustment
Sound Adjustment Display the menu screen. Select “Sound”. access Picture Setup Pos. /Size select Sound Select the item and set. Normalise Sound Mode Normal adjust Bass select Treble Balance Surround Volume Exit the menu. Item Details Normal: Emits the original sound. Sound Mode Dynamic: Accentuates sharp sound. -
Page 40: Setup Menu
Setup menu Display the menu screen. Select “Setup”. access Picture Setup Pos. /Size select Sound Select the item and set. 3D Settings Signal adjust Waveform Monitor Marker settings select RGB/MONO settings Network Setup Screensaver Extended life settings Input label Function Button Settings On/Off Timer Setup Day/Time Setup Network Setup... -
Page 41: External Scaler Mode
Setup menu External scaler mode This menu can be used to specify whether the built-in scaler or an external scaler is used for scaler functions such as resizing and picture quality adjustment. The setting is valid with the following input signals. 1125 (1080) / 24p•25p•30p•50p•60p Off: Use the built-in scaler. -
Page 42: Power Save
Setup menu Power save When this function is turned On, luminous level of the Plasma Display is suppressed, so power consumption is reduced. Standby save When this function is turned On, power consumption of the microcomputer is reduced during power supply standby (see page 15, 19, 20), so standby power of the set is reduced. -
Page 43: Osd Design
Setup menu OSD design Choose the background color (transparency). Type1 Type2 Type3 OSD position Choose the display position. Each time you press , the on-screen menu display position changes. Display example Upper left Centre OSD Language Select your preferred language. Selectable languages English(UK) Deutsch... -
Page 44: 3D Settings
Setup menu 3D Settings To view the 3D images, please adjust and setup the 3D settings. Note: Set these settings for each input terminals. Select the item and set. 3D Settings Signal access Waveform Monitor 3D Settings Marker settings 3D Function change RGB/MONO settings Network Setup... -
Page 45: Signal Menu
Setup menu Signal menu Note: “Signal” setup menu displays a different setting condition for each input signal. change Select the item and set. 3D Settings Signal select Waveform Monitor access Marker settings For RGB For Video (S VIDEO) RGB/MONO settings select Network Setup Screensaver... -
Page 46: Sdi Through
Setup menu • Sync This function operates only during input from PC IN terminal. Setting RGB sync signal Confi rm that the input is set to RGB input (this setting is valid only for RGB input signal). Auto: The H and V sync or synchronized signal is automatically selected. If both input, it is selected the H and V sync. on G: Uses a synchronized signal on the Video G signal, which is input from the G connector. -
Page 47: Waveform Monitor
Setup menu Waveform Monitor The input signal from video equipment is displayed as waveforms so that the signal level can be checked. Notes: • This function is enabled when “Studio mode” in Options menu is set to “On”. • This function is disabled during 3D images. •... -
Page 48: Marker Settings
Setup menu Marker settings Various markers for editing image are displayed. Notes: • This function is available when “Studio mode” in Options menu is set to “On” • This function is disabled during 3D images. • An aspect of “4:3” or “16:9” is valid for this function. Only an aspect of “16:9” is valid at the input of HD signal. Select the item and set. - Page 49 Setup menu • 4 : 3 Select 4:3 marker display and the safe area marker type. User • Selecting User allows the marker area set in 1% increments in “Marker Size (%)” to be refl ected in the confi guration of safe area marker.
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Page 50: Rgb/Mono Settings
Setup menu RGB/MONO settings Turn off R, G, B signals to adjust the image. 3D Settings Signal Waveform Monitor Marker settings access RGB/MONO settings Network Setup Screensaver Extended life settings select RGB/MONO settings Input label Mode Select Function Button Settings R On/Off On/Off Timer Setup G On/Off... -
Page 51: Screensaver
Setup menu 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. 3D Settings Signal Waveform Monitor access Marker settings RGB/MONO settings select Screensaver Extended life settings Screensaver... -
Page 52: Setup Of Screensaver Time
Setup menu Setup of Screensaver Time After selecting Time Designation, Interval or Standby after SCR Saver, the relevant Time Setup will become available for selection and the Operating Time may be set. (Time cannot be set when “Mode” is “On” or “Off”.) Screensaver change Time 15:00... -
Page 53: Extended Life Settings
Setup menu Extended life settings The following settings are setup to reduce image retention: Extended life settings 3D Settings Set to the recommended value Express settings Signal Set individually Custom settings Waveform Monitor access Reset Reset to the factory settings Marker settings RGB/MONO settings Network Setup... - Page 54 Setup menu NANODRIFT Saver Moves the display position of the screen slightly to reduce image retention on the display panel. Low–High: NANODRIFT Saver operates. The display position of the screen moves at set time intervals. You can set the screen movement range. Some of the screen may appear to be missing as a result of this operation. If you change the value, a mask is displayed in the range where the picture is missing as a result of position movement.
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Page 55: Custom Settings
Setup menu Custom settings Set the individual “Image Retention Reduction” menu. Select “Custom settings”. When a menu is locked, it is grayed out and access cannot be set. Extended life settings “Picture Mode” and “Contrast” will no longer be Express settings Custom settings able to set in the “Picture”... -
Page 56: Customizing The Input Labels
Setup menu Customizing the Input labels This function can change the label of the Input signal to be displayed. (see page 18) Select an input terminal and set. 3D Settings Signal access Waveform Monitor Input label Marker settings SLOT INPUT SLOT INPUT change RGB/MONO settings... -
Page 57: Day/Time Setup / On/Off Timer Setup
Setup menu Day/Time Setup / On/Off Timer Setup Network Setup Screensaver Extended life settings access Input label Function Button Settings On/Off Timer Setup select Day/Time Setup Network Setup Component/RGB－in select Day/Time Setup Press to select Day or Time. Day/Time Setup Time MON 15:00 Press to set up Day or Time. -
Page 58: Network Setup
Setup menu Network Setup Make the various settings to use the network function. 3D Settings DHCP, IP address, Subnet mask and Gateway settings Signal Waveform Monitor Set DHCP. Marker settings When “Off” is selected, IP address and other settings can be set manually. RGB/MONO settings Network Setup Screensaver... -
Page 59: Options Adjustments
Options Adjustments Display the menu screen. Select “Options”. Press for more than 3 seconds. access (more Picture than 3 seconds) Setup Pos./Size select Sound Options Select the item and set. Audio input select Onscreen display Studio mode select ID select Remote ID Serial ID Display size... - Page 60 Options Adjustments Item Adjustments Sets panel ID number when panel is used in “Remote ID” or “Serial ID”. Set value range: 0 - 100 ID select (Standard value: 0) The setting of this menu is valid only when using ID remote control. Off: Disables ID remote control functions.
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Page 61: Precautions)
Options Adjustments Item Adjustments Sets the operational mode of the automatic position adjustment in the Pos./Size menu. Manual: Automatic position adjustment starts when is pressed on the remote control or Auto Setup automatic position adjustment is executed from the Pos./Size menu. Auto: Other than remote control or menu operation, automatic position adjustment starts: When the display power is turned ON. -
Page 62: Audio Input Select
Options Adjustments Audio input select Set up the sound when an image input is selected. Audio input select Onscreen display Studio mode ID select Remote ID Press button Audio input select SLOT INPUT ♪ SLOT INPUT Select audio input. VIDEO ♪... -
Page 63: Using Function Button
Using FUNCTION button Assigning functions to the FUNCTION button on the remote control enables a user to switch between show/hide and modes with just a single touch of a button. The function settings are confi gured by using “Function Button Settings” in the Setup menu (see page 56). The button functions are confi... -
Page 64: Off Timer
Using FUNCTION button Waveform Monitor The waveform monitor displays (see page 47). To exit this mode, press the FUNCTION button. Marker settings The marker displays (see page 48). Each time the FUNCTION button is pressed, the screen is switched in the following order; Preset 1 →... -
Page 65: Using Network Function
Network function of the unit can control the unit in the same way as serial control from a network. Supported commands Commands used in the serial control are supported. (see page 14) Note: Consult your local Panasonic dealer for detail instructions on command usage. -
Page 66: Pjlink™ Protocol
Returns “TH-50BT300” (for 50-inch model) INFO? Other information query Returns version number CLSS? Class information query Returns “1” PJLink™ security authentication Set “Panasonic” for the PJLink™ password. • PJLink™ is a pending trademark in Japan, the United States, and other countries or areas. -
Page 67: Using Web Browser Control
The password can be changed on the Password ● Setup screen after logging in (see page 69). The user name cannot be changed. Under no circumstances, Panasonic Corporation ● or it's associated companies will ask customers their password directly. Even if you are asked directly, please do not reveal your password. -
Page 68: Display Control
Using Web Browser Control TOP screen structure of the Web browser control After logging in, the TOP screen of the Web browser control is displayed. Menu Menu items are displayed. When a button is clicked, setup screen of each item is displayed. Item Details BASIC... -
Page 69: Network Setting (Network Setup Screen)
Enter the old password. PASSWORD Enter the new password. PASSWORD Notes: Enter the password entered in “NEW • The default password is “Panasonic”. PASSWORD PASSWORD” for confi rmation. • Up to 32 alphanumeric characters can be used for a (RETYPE) password. -
Page 70: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Before you call for service, determine the symptoms and make a few simple checks as shown below. Symptoms Checks Picture Sound Electrical Appliances Interference Noisy Sound Cars / Motorcycles Fluorescent light Volume Normal Picture No Sound (Check whether the mute function has been activated on the remote control.) Check if speakers are corrected properly. -
Page 71: List Of Aspect Modes
List of Aspect Modes Aspect mode Description All Aspect: Factory setting Picture Enlarged screen All Aspect: Off The display of the pictures fi lls the screen. In the case of SD signals, pictures with a 4:3 aspect ratio are enlarged horizontally, and displayed. This mode is suited to displaying anamorphic pictures with 16:9 16:9... -
Page 72: Applicable Input Signals
Applicable Input Signals Mark: Applicable input signal COMPONENT / Horizontal frequency Vertical frequency DVI-D IN Signal name RGB IN / PC IN HDMI (kHz) (Hz) (Dot clock (MHz)) (Dot clock (MHz)) 525 (480) / 60i 15.73 59.94 * (13.5) * (27.0) ∗... -
Page 73: Id Remote Control Function
Applicable Input Signals Video input (VIDEO) Horizontal Vertical Signal name frequency(kHz) frequency(Hz) NTSC 15.73 59.94 15.63 50.00 PAL60 15.73 59.94 SECAM 15.63 50.00 Modifi ed NTSC 15.73 59.94 ID Remote Control Function You can set the remote control ID when you want to use this remote control on one of several different displays. Note: To operate this function, please purchase ID remote controller sold separately. -
Page 74: Shipping Condition
Shipping condition This function allows you to reset the unit to the factory setting. Display the menu screen. Select “Setup”. access Picture Setup Pos. /Size select Sound Select “OSD Language”. External scaler mode Power save Standby save PC Power management DVI-D Power management select No signal power off... -
Page 75: Specifi Cations
Specifi cations TH-42BT300W TH-50BT300W Power Source 220 - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz Power Consumption Power on 305 W 390 W Stand-by condition Save off 0.8 W, Save on 0.5 W Save off 0.8 W, Save on 0.5 W Power off condition 0.3 W... - Page 76 Warranty Service purposes. Model Number Serial Number Printed in Thailand Web Site : http://panasonic.net M1011-0 © Panasonic Corporation 2011...