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USER MANUAL TH-42PWD7WS PANASONIC

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Panasonic®

Operating Instructions Progressive Wide Plasma Display

Model No. TH-42PWD7W

High Definition Plasma Display

Model No.

TH-42PHD7W

TH-50PHD7W

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The illustration shown is an image.

Please read these instructions before operating your set and retain them for future reference.

English

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.

Retain your purchase receipt also, and note down the model number and serial number of your set in the space provided on the rear cover of these instructions.

Visit our Panasonic Web Site

Safety Precautions 4

Accessories 7

Accessories Supply 7

Remote Control Batteries 7

Connections 8

PC Input Terminals connection 9

SERIAL Terminals connection 10

AV and COMPONENT connection 11

RGB signal (R, G, B) 11

Power On / Off 12

Initial selections 13

Selecting the input signal 13

Selecting the On-Screen Menu Language .... 13

Basic Controls 14

On-Screen Menu Displays 16

ASPECT Controls 18

Adjusting Picture Pos. / Size.... 19

MULTI PIP.... 20

Picture Adjustments ...... 21

Advanced settings 22

Sound Adjustment 23

Mute 23

Digital Zoom 24

PRESENT TIME Setup / Set up TIMER 25

PRESENT TIME Setup 25

Set up TIMER.... 26

Screensaver (For preventing after-images) ...... 27

Setup of Screensaver Time 28

Reduces screen after-image 28

Side Panel Adjustment 29

Reduces power consumption 30

Customizing the Input labels 30

Setup for MULTI DISPLAY 31

How to Setup MULTI DISPLAY 31

How to set the display location number for each Plasma Display .... 32

Setup for Input Signals 33

Component / RGB-in select 33

3D Y/C Filter 33

Colour system / Panasonic Auto 34

Cinema reality / P-NR 34

Sync 35

H-Freq. (kHz) / V-Freq. (Hz) 35

Shipping condition.... 36

Troubleshooting 37

VIDEO/COMPONENT/RGB/PC input signals ..... 38

Specifications 39

Important Safety Notice

WARNING

1) To prevent damage which may result in fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to dripping or splashing.
Do not place containers with water (flower vase, cups, cosmetics, etc.) above the set. (including on shelves above, etc.)
No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on / above the set.

2) To prevent electric shock, do not remove cover. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

3) Do not remove the earthing pin on the power plug. This apparatus is equipped with a three pin earthing-type power plug. This plug will only fit an earthing-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact an electrician.

Do not defeat the purpose of the earthing plug.

4) To prevent electric shock, ensure the earthing pin on the AC cord power plug is securely connected.

CAUTION

This appliance is intended for use in environments which are relatively free of electromagnetic fields. Using this appliance near sources of strong electromagnetic fields or where electrical noise may overlap with the input signals could cause the picture and sound to wobble or cause interference such as noise to appear. To avoid the possibility of harm to this appliance, keep it away from sources of strong electromagnetic fields.

WARNING

This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case you may be required to take adequate measures.

Trademark Credits

• VGA is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
• Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, USA.
• S-VGA is a registered trademark of the video Electronics Standard Association.
Even if no special notation has been made of company or product trademarks, these trademarks have been fully respected.

Note:

Do not allow a still picture to be displayed for an extended period, as this can cause a permanent after-image to remain on the Plasma Display.

Examples of still pictures include logos, video games, computer images, teletext and images displayed in 4:3 mode.

Safety Precautions

WARNING

Setup

This Plasma Display is for use only with the following optional accessories. Use with any other type of optional accessories may cause instability which could result in the possibility of injury.

(All of the following accessories are manufactured by Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.)

  • Speakers …… TY-SP42P5W-K (TH-42PWD7W(K), TH-42PHD7W(K)),
    TY-SP42P6W-S (TH-42PWD7W(S), TH-42PHD7W(S))
    TY-SP50P5W-K (TH-50PHD7W(K)),
    TY-SP50P6W-S (TH-50PHD7W(S))
  • Pedestal ....TY-ST05-K, TY-ST07-K (TH-42PWD7W(K), TH-42PHD7W(K),
    TH-50PHD7W(K)),
    TY-ST42PA20 (TH-42PWD7W(S), TH-42PHD7W(S),
    TH-50PHD7W(S))
  • Wall stand TY-ST42PW1
  • Mobile stand TY-ST42PF3
  • Wall-hanging bracket (vertical) …… TY-WK42PV1, TY-WK42PV7
  • Wall-hanging bracket (angled) …… TY-WK42PR1, TY-WK42PR7
  • Wall-hanging bracket (drawer type) …… TY-WK42DR1
  • Ceiling unit TY-CE42PS1
  • Ceiling-hanging bracket …… TY-CE42PS7
    • BNC Component Video Terminal Board …… TY-42TM6A
    • BNC Composite Video Terminal Board …… TY-42TM6B
  • RCA Component Video Terminal Board …… TY-42TM6Z
  • RCA Composite Video Terminal Board …… TY-42TM6V
  • RGB (Digital) Terminal Board …… TY-42TM6D
  • RGB Active Through Terminal Board …… TY-42TM6G
  • PC Input Terminal Board TY-42TM6P
  • Composite / Component Video Terminal Board …… TY-42TM6Y
  • SDI Terminal Board TY-FB7SD
    • HD-SDI Terminal Board TY-FB7HD
    • HDMI Terminal Board ...... TY-FB7HM
  • Touch Panel TY-TP42P6-S (TH-42PWD7W, TH-42PHD7W),
    TY-TP50P6-S (TH-50PHD7W)
  • Fan kit TY-UPK42HV7 (TH-42PHD7W),
    TY-UPK50HV7 (TH-50PHD7W)

Always be sure to ask a qualified technician to carry out set-up.

Do not place the Plasma Display on sloped or unstable surfaces.

• The Plasma Display may fall off or tip over.

Do not place any objects on top of the Plasma Display.

- 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.

For sufficient ventilation;

If using the pedestal (optional accessory) for the Plasma Display, leave a space of at least 10 cm at the top, left and right, at least 6 cm at the bottom, and at least 7 cm at the rear. If using some other setting-up method, leave a space of at least 10 cm at the top, bottom, left and right, and at least 1.9 cm at the rear.

Avoid installing this product near electronic equipment that is easy to receive electromagnetic waves.

- It will cause interference in image, sound, etc. In particular, keep video equipment away from this product.

■ When using the Plasma Display

The Plasma Display is designed to operate on 220 - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz.

Do not cover the ventilation holes.

- Doing so may cause the Plasma Display to overheat, which can cause fire or damage to the Plasma Display.

Do not stick any foreign objects into the Plasma Display.

- Do not insert any metal or flammable objects into the ventilations holes or drop them onto the Plasma Display, as doing so can cause fire or electric shock.

Do not remove the cover or modify it in any way.

- 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 supply plug as far as it will go.

- If the plug is not fully inserted, heat may be generated which could cause fire. If the plug is damaged or the wall socket is loose, they shall not be used.

Do not handle the power supply plug with wet hands.

- Doing so may cause electric shocks.

Do not do anything that may damage the power cable. When disconnecting the power cable, pull on the plug body, not the cable.

- Do not damage the cable, make any modifications to it, place heavy objects on top of it, heat it, place it near any hot objects, twist it, bend it excessively or pull it. To do so may cause fire and electric shock. If the power cable is damaged, have it repaired at your local Panasonic dealer.

If the Plasma Display is not going to be used for any prolonged length of time, unplug the power supply plug from the wall outlet.

■ If problems occur during use

If a problem occurs (such as no picture or no sound), or if smoke or an abnormal odour starts to come out from the Plasma Display, immediately unplug the power supply plug from the wall outlet.

- If you continue to use the Plasma Display in this condition, fire or electric shock could result. After checking that the smoke has stopped, contact your local Panasonic dealer so that the necessary repairs can be made. Repairing the Plasma Display yourself is extremely dangerous, and shall never be done.

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 fire. Contact your local Panasonic dealer for any repairs that need to be made.

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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.

Be sure to disconnect all cables before moving the Plasma Display.

- If the Plasma Display is moved while some of the cables are still connected, the cables may become damaged, and fire or electric shock could result.

Disconnect the power supply plug from the wall socket as a safety precaution before carrying out any cleaning.

• Electric shocks can result if this is not done.

Clean the power cable regularly to prevent it becoming dusty.

- If dust built up on the power cord plug, the resultant humidity can damage the insulation, which could result in fire. Pull the power cord plug out from the wall outlet and wipe the mains lead with a dry cloth.

This Plasma Display radiates infrared rays, therefore it may affect other infrared communication equipment. Install your infrared sensor in a place away from direct or reflected light from your Plasma Display.

Cleaning and maintenance

The front of the display panel has been specially treated. Wipe the panel surface gently using only a cleaning cloth or a soft, lint-free cloth.

- If the surface is particularly dirty, wipe with a soft, lint-free cloth which has been soaked in pure water or water to which a small amount of neutral detergent has been added, and then wipe it evenly with a dry cloth of the same type until the surface is dry.

- Do not scratch or hit the surface of the panel with fingernails or other hard objects, otherwise the surface may become damaged. Furthermore, avoid contact with volatile substances such as insect sprays, solvents and thinner, otherwise the quality of the surface may be adversely affected.

If the cabinet becomes dirty, wipe it with a soft, dry cloth.

- If the cabinet is particularly dirty, soak the cloth in water to which a small amount of neutral detergent has been added and then wring the cloth dry. Use this cloth to wipe the cabinet, and then wipe it dry with a dry cloth.

- Do not allow any detergent to come into direct contact with the surface of the Plasma Display. If water droplets get inside the unit, operating problems may result.

- Avoid contact with volatile substances such as insect sprays, solvents and thinner, otherwise the quality of the cabinet surface may be adversely affected or the coating may peel off. Furthermore, do not leave it for long periods in contact with articles made from rubber or PVC.

Accessories

Accessories Supply

Check that you have the accessories and items shown

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Operating Instructions

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Remote Control Transmitter EUR646529

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Batteries for the Remote Control Transmitter (2 × R6 (UM3) Size)

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Fixing band × 2

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Power supply cord Ferrite core

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(Small size) × 1

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Ferrite core (Large size) × 2

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Remote Control Batteries

Requires two R6 batteries.

  1. Turn the transmitter face down. Press and slide off the battery cover.

  2. Install the batteries as shown in the battery compartment. (Polarity + or – must match the markings in the compartment.)

  3. Replace the cover and slide in reverse until the lock snaps.

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Helpful Hint:

For frequent remote control users, replace old batteries with Alkaline batteries for longer life.

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Precaution on battery use

Incorrect installation can cause battery leakage and corrosion that will damage the remote control transmitter.

Disposal of batteries should be in an environment-friendly manner.

Observe the following precaution:

  1. Batteries shall always be replaced as a pair. Always use new batteries when replacing the old set.
  2. Do not combine a used battery with a new one.
  3. Do not mix battery types (example: "Zinc Carbon" with "Alkaline").
  4. Do not attempt to charge, short-circuit, disassemble, heat or burn used batteries.
  5. Battery replacement is necessary when remote control acts sporadically or stops operating the Plasma Display set.

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.

(Example: TH-42PWD7W)

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text_image Speakers (Optional accessories) SPEAKER Terminal (R) AC cord connection (see page 12) SPEAKER Terminal (L) 2 1 2
  • AC cord fixing

  • Open the clamper.

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  1. Insert the AC cord and close the clamper securely.

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  1. Slide up the clamper and fix the AC cord plug securely.

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text_image When lock the clamp

Note: The power plug in the illustration may not be the type fitted to your set.

- Cable fixing bands Secure any excess cables with bands as required.

Pass the attached cable fixing band through the clip as shown in the figure.

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To secure cables connected to Terminals, wrap the cable fixing band around them then pass the pointed end through the locking block, as shown in the figure.

While ensuring there is sufficient slack in cables to minimize stress (especially in the power cord), firmly bind all cables with the supplied fixing band.

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To loosen:

Push the catch

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Pull →

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flowchart
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    A["Optional Terminal Board Insert Slot (covered)"] --> B["AV Terminals (see page11)"]
    B --> C["COMPONENT/RGB IN and Audio IN Terminals (see page11)"]
    C --> D["From EXTERNAL monitor terminal on Computer (see page 9)"]
    D --> E["FROM SERIAL Terminal on Computer (see page 10)"]
    A --> F["SLOT1 SLOT2 SLOT"]
    F --> G["FF-AUDIO L N S VIDEO IN AV"]
    G --> H["FF-AUDIO L FRC V8 FRC R8 YG COMPONENT/RGB IN"]
    H --> I["AUDIO"]
    I --> J["SERIALPC IN"]

Note: At factory shipment, Terminal boards are installed in SLOT 2 and SLOT 3.

PC Input Terminals connection

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flowchart
graph TD
    A["COMPUTER"] --> B["Conversion adapter (if necessary)"]
    B --> C["Ferrite core (Supplied) (10 cm)"]
    C --> D["Ferrite core (Large size) (supplied)"]
    D --> E["D-sub 15p"]
    E --> F["PC cable"]
    F --> G["Audio"]
    G --> H["Stereo plug"]
    H --> I["PC IN"]
    I --> J["AUDIO"]

Connect a cable which matches the audio output terminal on the computer.

Installing the ferrite core (Small size)
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Installing the ferrite core (Large size)
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text_image 3 Press the cable through and close

Notes:

  • Computer signals which can be input are those with a horizontal scanning frequency of 15 to 110kHz and vertical scanning frequency of 48 to 120Hz . (However, the image will not be displayed properly if the signals exceed 1,200 lines.)
  • The display resolution is a maximum of 640 × 480 dots (TH-42PWD7W), 768 × 768 dots (TH-42PHD7W), 1,024 × 768 dots (TH-50PHD7W) when the aspect mode is set to "4:3", and 852 × 480 dots (TH-42PWD7W), 1,024 × 768 dots (TH-42PHD7W), 1,366 × 768 dots (TH-50PHD7W) when the aspect mode is set to "16:9". If the display resolution exceeds these maximums, it may not be possible to show fine detail with sufficient clarity.
  • The PC input terminals are DDC1/2B-compatible. If the computer being connected is not DDC1/2B-compatible, you will need to make setting changes to the computer at the time of connection.
  • Some PC models cannot be connected to the set.
  • There is no need to use an adapter for computers with DOS/V compatible D-sub 15P terminal.
  • The computer shown in the illustration is for example purposes only.
    • Additional equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this set.
  • Do not set the horizontal and vertical scanning frequencies for PC signals which are above or below the specified frequency range.
  • Component Input is possible with the pin 1,2,3 of the D-sub 15P Connector.

Signal Names for D-sub 15P Connector

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Pin Layout for PC Input Terminal

Pin No.Signal NamePin No.Signal NamePin No.Signal Name
1 R (P_R/C_R) 6GND (Ground)11GND (Ground)
2G(Y)7GND (Ground)12SDA
3 B(P_B/C_B) 8GND (Ground)13HD/SYNC
4GND (Ground)9NC (not connected)14VD
5GND (Ground)10GND (Ground)15SCL

SERIAL Terminals connection

The SERIAL terminal is used when the Plasma Display is controlled by a computer.

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Notes:

  • Use the RS-232C cable to connect the computer to the Plasma Display.
    • The computer shown is for example purposes only.
    • Additional equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this set.

The SERIAL terminal conforms to the RS-232C interface specification, so that the Plasma Display can be controlled by a computer which is connected to this terminal.

The computer will require software which allows the sending and receiving of control data which satisfies the conditions given below. Use a computer application such as programming language software. Refer to the documentation for the computer application for details.

Communication parameters

Signal levelRS-232C compliant
Synchronization methodAsynchronous
Baud rate9600 bps
ParityNone
Character length8 bits
Stop bit1 bit
Flow control
RS-232C Conversion cable
D-sub 9-pin femaleDetails
2R X D
3T X D
5GND
4 • 6Non use
78Shorted
1 • 9NC

Basic format for control data

The transmission of control data from the computer starts with a STX signal, followed by the command, the parameters, and lastly an ETX signal in that order. If there are no parameters, then the parameter signal does not need to be sent.

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    A["STX"] --> B["Start (02h)"]
    C["C1"] --> D["3-character command (3 bytes)"]
    E["C2"] --> D
    F["C3"] --> G["Colon"]
    G --> H["P1 P2 P3 P4 P5"]
    I["ETX"] --> J["Parameter(s) (1 - 5 bytes)"]
    J --> K["End (03h)"]

Notes:

  • If multiple commands are transmitted, be sure to wait for the response for the first command to come from this unit before sending the next command.
  • If an incorrect command is sent by mistake, this unit will send an "ER401" command back to the computer.

Command

CommandParameterControl details
PONNonePower ON
POFNonePower OFF
AVL**Volume 00 - 63
AMT0Audio mute OFF
1Audio mute ON
IMSNoneInput select (toggle)
SL1Slot1 input
SL2Slot2 input
SL3Slot3 input
PC1PC input
DAMNoneScreen mode select (toggle)
NORM4 : 3
ZOOMZoom
FULL16 : 9
JUSTJust
SELFPanasonic Auto

With the power off, this display responds to PON command only.

AV and COMPONENT connection

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flowchart
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    A["Example of input signal source"] --> B["Component Video OUT"]
    B --> C["PC"]
    C --> D["RCA-BNC adapter plug"]
    D --> E["Monitor"]
    F["DVD"] --> G["Digital TV-SET-TOP-BOX (DTV-STB)"]
    G --> H["Audio OUT"]
    H --> I["SLOT1"]
    I --> J["SLOT2"]
    J --> K["SLOT3"]
    K --> L["Component/RGB IN"]
    L --> M["PC"]
    M --> N["Monitor"]
    O["S VIDEO VCR"] --> P["CAMCORDER"]
    Q["VCR"] --> R["Monitor"]

Notes:

- Change the "Component / RGB-in select" setting in the "Setup" menu to "Component". (see page 33)

• Additional equipment, cables and adapter plugs shown are not supplied with this set.

RGB signal (R, G, B)

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text_image Computer or RGB Camcorder VIDEO IN - VIDEO OUT COMPONENT/RGB IN R AUDIO L Pn/Cn/R Pa/Ca/B Y/G

Notes:

- Change the "Component / RGB-in select" setting in the "Setup" menu to "RGB". (see page 33)

• Additional equipment, cables and adapter plugs shown are not supplied with this set.

Power On / Off

Connecting the AC cord plug to the Plasma Display.

Fix the AC cord plug securely to the Plasma Display with the clamper. (see page 8)

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Connecting the plug to the Wall Outlet

Note:

Main plug types vary between countries. The power plug shown at left may, therefore, not be the type fitted to your set.

Press the Power switch on the Plasma Display to turn the set on: Power-On.

Power Indicator: Green

Example: The screen below is displayed for a while after the Plasma Display is turned on. (setting condition is an example.)

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text_image Power Indicator Remote Control Sensor

When the Power is turned on for the first time, the Language selection screen is displayed.

From the second time on, language selection can be done from the setup menu. (see page 13)

Select the desired language using the ▲ or ▼ button and press the ACTION (■) button.

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text_image OSD Language English (UK) Deutsch Français Italiano Español ENGLISH (US) 中文 日本語 Select Set

From the second time on, the below screen is displayed for a while (setting condition is an example).

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Press the button on the remote control to turn the Plasma Display off.

Power Indicator: Red (standby)

Press the ⏻ button on the remote control to turn the Plasma Display on.

Power Indicator: Green

Turn the power to the Plasma Display off by pressing the ⏻/1 switch on the unit, when the Plasma Display is on or in standby mode.

Note:

During operation of the power management function, the power indicator turns orange in the power off state.

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Initial selections

Selecting the input signal

Select the input signals to be connected by installing the optional Terminal Boards.

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text_image INPUT Press to select the input signal to be played back from the equipment which has been connected to the Plasma Display. Input signals will change as follows: PC ININPUT1 INPUT2 INPUT3

Notes:

  • Selecting is also possible by pressing the INPUT button on the unit.
  • Input terminal will not be selected if the terminal board is not installed into the SLOT.
  • Select to match the signals from the source connected to the component/RGB input terminals. (see page 33)
  • In 2 screen display, the same input mode cannot be selected for the main picture and sub picture.

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text_image MENU ENTERWORLD+

Selecting the On-Screen Menu Language

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text_image SET UP Press to display the Setup menu. Press to select the OSD Language. Press to select your preferred language.

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flowchart
graph TD
    A["English(UK)"] --> B["Deutsch"]
    A --> C["Français"]
    A --> D["Italiano"]
    A --> E["Espanol"]
    A --> F["ENGLISH(US)"]
    A --> G["中文......(Chinese)"]
    A --> H["日本語......(Japanese)"]
    I["Setup"] --> J["1/2"]
    K["Signal"] --> L["Component / RGB-in select"]
    L --> M["RGB"]
    N["Input label"] --> O["PC"]
    P["Power save"] --> Q["Off"]
    R["Standby save"] --> S["Off"]
    T["Power management"] --> U["Off"]
    V["Auto power off"] --> W["Off"]
    X["OSD Language"] --> Y["English (UK)"]

Basic Controls

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text_image 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.) • Standby ⏻... Red • Power-ON ..... Green • DPMS ...... Orange (With PC input signal and during operation of PC's screensaver.) Remote control sensor C.A.T.S. sensor Plasma C.A.T.S. (Contrast Automatic Tracking System) Plasma C.A.T.S. automatically senses the ambient light conditions and adjusts the brightness and gradation accordingly, to optimise contrast. (Effective when Picture Mode is set to Auto.) INPUT MENU ENTER VOL + Enter / Aspect button (see page 16, 18) 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 16) MENU Screen ON / OFF Each time the MENU button is pressed, the menu screen will switch. (see page 16) → Normal Viewing Picture Setup Sound Picture Pos. /Size INPUT button (INPUT1, INPUT2, INPUT3 and PC IN selection) (see page 13)

Status button

Press the "Status" button to display the current system status.

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flowchart
graph TD
    A["PC\n4.3"] --> B["①"]
    A --> C["②"]
    A --> D["Off timer 90"]
    D --> E["③"]

① Input label
② Aspect mode (see page 18)
③ Off timer
The off timer indicator is displayed only when the off timer has been set.

N button (see page 19, 21, 22, 23)

PICTURE button (see page 21)

MULTI Window buttons (see page 20) ____

PC button

Press the "PC" input mode selection button to select the PC input mode.

This button is used to switch directly to PC input mode.

Note:

After-image (image lag) may occur on the plasma display panel when a still picture is kept on the panel for an extended period. The function that darkens the screen slightly is activated to prevent after-image (see page 37), this function is not the perfect solution to after-image.

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text_image Standby (ON / OFF) button The Plasma Display must first be plugged into the wall outlet and turned on at the power switch (see page 12). Press this button to turn the Plasma Display On, from Stanby mode. Press it again to turn the Plasma Display Off to Stanby mode. SURROUND button The surround setting switches on and off each time the SURROUND button is pressed. 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. Note: The surround settings are memorized separately for each Sound Mode (Normal, Auto). INPUT button (INPUT1, INPUT2, INPUT3 and PC IN selection) Press to select INPUT1, INPUT2, INPUT3 and PC IN input SLOTS sequentially. (see page 13) Sound mute On / Off (see page 23) Volume Adjustment Press the Volume Up “+” or Down “-” button to increase or decrease the sound volume level. R button (see page 16, 17) Press the R button to return to previous menu screen. ACTION button Press to make selections. POSITION buttons SOUND button (see page 23) SET UP button (see page 16) PICTURE POSITION / SIZE button (see page 19) PRESS TO ADJUST THE ASPECT. (see page 18) ASPECT button Press to adjust the aspect. (see page 18) OFF TIMER button The Plasma Display can be preset to switch to stand-by after a fixed period. The setting changes to 30 minutes, 60 minutes, 90 minutes and 0 minutes (off timer cancelled) each time the button is pressed. Panasonic PLASMA DISPLAY Digital Zoom (see page 24) ZOOM MOVE Press to access Digital Zoom. This displays an enlargement of the designated part of the displayed image. 30 60 → 90 When three minutes remain, "Off timer 3" will flash. The off timer is cancelled if a power interruption occurs.

On-Screen Menu Displays

To Picture adjust menu (see page 21)
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text_image Picture Normalise Normal Picture Mode Normal Contrast 25 Brightness 0 Colour 0 Tint 0 Sharpness 3 1/2

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text_image Picture 2/2 White balance Normal Colour Management Off Advanced settings On

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- Press to select "On". - Press to enter Advanced settings.

ToAdvanced settings (see page 21, 22)
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text_image Advanced settings Normalise Normal Black extension 0 Input level 0 W/B High R 0 W/B High B 0 W/B Low R 0 W/B Low B 0 Gamma 2.2 AGC Off

To Sound adjust menu (see page 23)
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text_image Sound Normalise Normal Sound Mode Normal Bass 0 Treble 0 Balance 0 Surround Off

The MENU button on the unit can also be pressed.
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text_image INPUT MENU ENTER VOL +

Each time the MENU button is pressed, the menu screen will switch.

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text_image INPUT SURROUND VOL N R PICTURE SOUND SET UP MULTI PIP ZOOM SWAP SELECT MOVE PICTURE POS./SIZE ASPECT PC OFF TIMER Panasonic PLASMA DISPLAY

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① Press to select.

[from the unit]
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flowchart
graph TD
    A["INPUT MENU ENTER VOL +"] --> B["Step ①"]
    B --> C["Step ②"]

① Press to select.
② Press to access each adjust screen.

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text_image Setup 1/2 Signal Component / RGB-in select RGB Input label ( PC ) Power save ( Off ) Standby save ( Off ) Power management ( Off ) Auto power off ( Off ) OSD Language ( UK )

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text_image Setup 2/2 Screensaver MULTI DISPLAY Setup Set up TIMER PRESENT TIME Setup

To Picture Pos./Size adjust menu (see page 19)

During "AV(S Video)", "Component" and "DVI" input signal.

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text_image Picture Pos. /Size Normalise Normal H-Pos H-Size V-Pos V-Size

During "RGB / PC" input signal.

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text_image Picture Pos. /Size Normalise Normal H-Pos H-Size V-Pos V-Size Clock Phase

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text_image Diagram showing a control panel with directional arrow and labeled component '②'

Press to access each adjust screen.

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text_image [ from the unit ] INPUT MENU ENTER VOL +

Press to return to next menu screen.

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Press the R button to return to previous menu screen.

To Signal screen for AV(S Video) (see page 33, 34)
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text_image Signal 3D Y/C Filter (NTSC) On Colour system Auto Cinema reality Off Panasonic Auto (4 : 3) 4 : 3 P-NR Off

To Signal screen for Component (see page 34)
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To Signal screen for RGB (see page 34, 35)
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text_image Signal [RGB] Sync Auto Cinema reality Off P-NR Off H-Freq. 33.8 kHz V-Freq. 60.0 Hz

To Signal screen for DVI (see page 34, 35)
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text_image Signal Cinema reality P-NR Off Off H-Freq 33.8 kHz V-Freq 60.0 Hz

Note: "Signal" setup menu displays different setting condition for each input signals. (see page 13)

To setup Screensaver (see page 27-29)
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text_image Screensaver PRESENT TIME 00:00 Start Function White bar scroll Mode Time Designation Start Time 6:15 Finish Time 12:30 Side panel High Wobbling Off Peak limit Off

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text_image Screensaver PRESENT TIME 00:00 Start Function White bar scroll Mode Interval Periodic Time 6:15 Operating Time 12:30 Side panel High Wobbling Off Peak limit Off

Press to select Start Time / Finish Time (When Time Designation is selected). Press to select Periodic Time / Operating Time (When Interval is selected).
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text_image Press to Setup. R

Press the R button to return to "Setup" menu.

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text_image Screensaver PRESENT TIME 00:00 Start Function White bar scroll Mode Time Designation Start Time 6:15 Finish Time 12:30 Side panel High Wobbling Off Peak limit Off

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text_image Screensaver PRESENT TIME 00:00 Start Function White bar scroll Mode Interval Periodic Time 6:15 Operating Time 12:30 Side panel High Wobbling Off Peak limit Off

To setup Multidisplay screen (see page 31)
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text_image MULTI DISPLAY Setup MULTI DISPLAY Setup Off Ratio 2 x 2 Location A1

To Set up Timer selection screen (see page 25, 26)
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text_image Set up TIMER PRESENT TIME 00:00 POWER ON Function Off POWER ON Time 0.00 POWER OFF Function Off POWER OFF Time 0.00

Press to select POWER ON Time / POWER OFF Time.
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text_image Press to Set up POWER ON Time / POWER OFF Time.

Press the R button to return to "Setup" menu.

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text_image Set up TIMER PRESENT TIME 00:00 POWER ON Function Off POWER ON Time 0.00 POWER OFF Function Off POWER OFF Time 0.00

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text_image Set up TIMER PRESENT TIME 00:00 POWER ON Function Off POWER ON Time 0.00 POWER OFF Function Off POWER OFF Time 0.00

To PRESENT TIME Setup (see page 25)
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text_image PRESENT TIME Setup PRESENT TIME 99:99 Set PRESENT TIME 99:99

ASPECT Controls

The Plasma Display will allow you to enjoy viewing the picture at its maximum size, including wide screen cinema format picture.

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Press repeatedly to move through the aspect options:

[from the unit]
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text_image INPUT MENU ENTER VOL + ▼ ▲

The aspect mode changes each time the ENTER button is pressed.

[During MULTI PIP Operations]

• Picture and Picture, Picture in Picture :
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- Others: Aspect switching is not possible.

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text_image INPUT SURROUND VCL A B PICTURE SOUND SET UP MULTI OP SINAD SELECT MOVE 200M PICTURE POS. SIZE 45FECT

Notes:

- For PC signal input, the mode switches between "4:3", "Zoom" and "16:9" only.

- For a 1125 (1080) / 60i · 50i · 24p · 25p · 30p · 24sF, 1250 (1080) / 50i, 750 (720) / 60p · 50p signal input during "Component", "RGB" and "DVI" input signal, the mode is set to "16:9" mode, and switching is not possible.

- Panasonic Auto can be selected only during Video signal input.

- The aspect mode is memorized separately for each input terminal (INPUT1, INPUT2, INPUT3 and PC IN).

ModeExplanationPicture
4:3PANASONIC TH-42PWD7WS - Notes: - 14:3 will display a 4:3 picture at its standard 4:3 size.
ZoomPANASONIC TH-42PWD7WS - Notes: - 2PANASONIC TH-42PWD7WS - Notes: - 3Zoom mode magnifies the central section of the picture.
16:9PANASONIC TH-42PWD7WS - Notes: - 4PANASONIC TH-42PWD7WS - Notes: - 516:9 will display the picture at its maximum size but with slight elongation.
JustPANASONIC TH-42PWD7WS - Notes: - 6PANASONIC TH-42PWD7WS - Notes: - 7Just mode will display a 4:3 picture at its maximum size but with aspect correction applied to the center of the screen so that elongation is only apparent at the left and right edges of the screen. The size of the picture will depend on the original signal.
Panasonic AutoPANASONIC TH-42PWD7WS - Notes: - 8PANASONIC TH-42PWD7WS - Notes: - 9For an elongated image Image is expandedPANASONIC TH-42PWD7WS - Notes: - 10PANASONIC TH-42PWD7WS - Notes: - 11For a 4:3 imageThe display will automatically become enlarged (depending on the picture source), allowing you to view the picture at its maximum size.Notes:· Panasonic Auto mode is designed to automatically adjust the aspect ratio to handle a mix of 16:9 and 4:3 program material. Certain 4:3 program material, such as stock market data screens, may occasionally cause the image size to change unexpectedly. When viewing such programs, it is recommended that the ASPECT be set to 4:3.· If adjusting the Picture V-Pos/V-Size in Panasonic Auto with 16:9 mode, the adjustment is not memorized. When exiting the mode, the screen will return to a former adjustment.

Note: Do not allow the picture to be displayed in 4:3 mode for an extended period, as this can cause a permanent after-image to remain on the Plasma Display Panel.

Adjusting Picture Pos. / Size

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Press to display the Picture Pos. /Size menu.

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natural_image Diagram of a control panel with directional arrows and labeled buttons (no text or symbols)

Press to select H-Pos / H-Size / V-Pos / V-Size / Clock Phase.

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flowchart
graph TD
    A["▲"] --> B["■"]
    C["▼"] --> D["↓"]
    E["→"] --> F["←"]
    G["→"] --> H["←"]

Press to adjust Pos. / Size.

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Press to exit from adjust mode.

Notes:

  • Adjustment details are memorized separately for different input signal formats (Adjustments for component signals are memorized for 525 (480) / 60i · 60p, 625 (575) / 50i · 50p, 1125 (1080) / 60i · 50i · 24p · 25p · 30p · 24sF, 1250 (1080) / 50i, 750 (720) / 60p · 50p each, and RGB/PC/DVI signals are memorized for each frequency.)
  • If a "Cue" or "Rew" signal from a VCR or DVD player is received, the picture position will shift up or down. This picture position movement cannot be controlled by the Picture Pos./Size function.
  • If adjusting the Picture V-Pos/V-Size in Panasonic Auto with 16:9 mode, the adjustment is not memorized. When exiting the mode, the screen will return to a former adjustment.

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text_image INPUT SURROUND VOL N R PICTURE SOUND SET UP MULTI PO SWAP SELECT MODE ZOOM PICTURE POS, SIZE ASPECT PC OFF TIMER

During "AV(S Video)", "Component" and "DVI" input signal.

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text_image Picture Pos. /Size Normalise Normal H-Pos H-Size V-Pos V-Size

During "RGB / PC" input signal.

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text_image Picture Pos. /Size Normalise Normal H-Pos H-Size V-Pos V-Size Clock Phase

H-Pos

Adjust the horizontal position.

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natural_image Diagram showing three geometric shapes: a rectangle with circles, a cross-section with a central circular feature, and a rectangle with circles (no text or symbols)

V-Pos

Adjust the vertical position.

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natural_image Diagram showing three basketball court scenes with arrows indicating movement, no text or symbols present

Clock Phase

(RGB/PC in mode)

Eliminate the flickering and distortion.

H-Size

Adjust the horizontal size.

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graph LR
    A["Rectangular Box with Internal Oval Shape"] --> B["Control Panel with Control knob"]
    B --> C["Rectangular Panel with Circle Shape"]

V-Size

Adjust the vertical size.

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natural_image Three technical diagrams showing a rectangular plate with an oval cutout, a close-up of a circular component, and a separate view with mounting holes (no text or symbols)

Helpful Hint ( ○ / Normalise Normalisation)

While the Picture Pos. / Size display is active, if either the N button on the remote control is pressed at any time or the ACTION (■) button is pressed during "Normalise", then all adjustment values are returned to the factory settings.

MULTI PIP

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Press repeatedly.

Each time pressing this button main picture and sub picture will be displayed as follows bellow.

• This button is effective only in the picture in picture.
- The sub picture may be hidden by the on screen display, depending on its position.

Notes:

• Sound output is from the main picture.
- In 2 screen display, the same input mode cannot be selected for the main picture and sub picture.
- The main picture and sub picture are processed by different circuits, resulting in a slight difference in the clarity of the pictures. There may also be a difference in the picture quality of the sub picture depending on the type of signals displayed on the main picture and depending on the 2-picture display mode.
- Due to the small dimensions of the sub pictures used for the picture in picture and picture out picture displays, these sub pictures cannot be shown in detail.
- Two computer screen pictures are displayed in a simplified format, and it may not be possible to discern details on them satisfactorily.

Picture Adjustments

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PICTURE
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Press to display the Picture menu.

2

Select to adjust each item.

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natural_image Diagram of a circular object with internal arrows and a central square, no text or symbols present

Press to select the menu to adjust.

Select the desired level by looking at the picture behind the menu.

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text_image INPUT SURROUND VOL N R PICTURE SOUND SET UP MULTI DO SWAP SELECT MOVE ZOOM PICTURE POS. SIZE ASPECT

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text_image Normalise Picture Mode Contrast Brightness Colour Tint Sharpness Normal 25 0 0 0 3

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text_image 2/2Pic White balance Normal Colour Management Off Advanced settings On

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Press to select "On".

Press to enter Advanced settings.

Advanced settings On

Enables fine picture adjustment at a professional level (see next page).

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text_image Advanced settings Normalise Normal Black extension 0 Input level 0 W/B High R 0 W/B High B 0 W/B Low R 0 W/B Low B 0 Gamma 2.2 AGC Off

Advanced settings Off

Displays images with settings of the Picture menu.

Press “◀” or “▶” button to switch between modes.

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Auto

Automatically selects the mode that best suits the brightness of the environment.

Normal

For viewing in standard (evening lighting)

environments.

This menu selects the normal levels of Brightness and Contrast.

Dynamic

For viewing in brighter environments.

This menu selects higher than normal levels of Brightness and Contrast.

Cinema

Ideal for movies.

Note:

If you would like to change the picture and colour of the selected Picture menu to something else, adjust using the items in the Picture menu. (see next page)

Press “◀” or “▶” button to switch between modes.

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Colour Management On

Enables vivid colour adjustment automatically.

Helpful Hint

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Normalise

Normalisation)

While the "Picture" menu is displayed, if either the N button on the remote control is pressed at any time or the ACTION (■) button is pressed during "Normalise", then all adjustment values are returned to the factory settings.

ItemEffectAdjustments
ContrastSelects the proper brightness and density for the room.
BrightnessAdjusts for easier viewing of dark pictures such as night scenes and black hair.
ColourAdjusts colour saturation.
TintAdjust for nice skin colour.
SharpnessAdjusts picture sharpness.

Notes:

  • “Colour” and “Tint” settings cannot be adjusted for “RGB/PC” and “DVI” input signal.
  • You can change the level of each function (Contrast, Brightness, Colour, Tint, Sharpness) for each Picture Mode.
  • The setting details for normal, dynamic and cinema respectively are memorized separately for each input mode (INPUT1, INPUT2, INPUT3 and PC IN).
  • The “Tint” setting can be adjusted for NTSC signal only during “AV (S Video)” input signal.
  • In Contrast, there is not a noticeable change even when contrast is increased with a bright picture or reduced with a dark picture.

Advanced settings

ItemEffectDetails
Black extensionAdjusts the dark shades of the image in gradation.
Input levelAdjustment of parts which are extremely bright and hard to see.(This cannot be adjusted when the input signal is DVI.)
W/B High RAdjusts the white balance for light red areas.
W/B High BAdjusts the white balance for light blue areas.
W/B Low RAdjusts the white balance for dark red areas.
W/B Low BAdjusts the white balance for dark blue areas.
GammaS Curve 2.0 2.2 2.5
AGCIncreases the brightness of dark signal automatically.

Notes:

- Carry out "W/B" adjustment as follows.

  1. Adjust the white balance of the bright sections using the "W/B High R" and "W/B High B" settings.
  2. Adjust the white balance of the dark sections using the "W/B Low R" and "W/B Low B" settings.
  3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 to adjust.

Steps 1 and 2 affect each other's settings, so repeat each step in turn to make the adjustment.

  • The adjustment values are memorized separately for each input mode (INPUT1, INPUT2, INPUT3 and PC IN).
  • The adjustment range values should be used as an adjustment reference.
Helpful Hint ( [IMAGE] / Normalise Normalisation)
On the remote control unit, while the “Advanced settings” menu is displayed, if either the N button is pressed at any time or the ACTION (■) button is pressed during “Normalise”, then all adjustment values are returned to the factory settings.

Sound Adjustment

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Press to display the Sound menu.

2

Select to adjust each item.

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text_image Press to select the menu to adjust. Select the desired level by listening to the sound.

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text_image INPUT SUBROUND VCC N D PICTURE SOUND SET UP MULTI DP SWAP SELECT 200M MOVE PICTURE POS. SIZE ASPECT PC OFF TIMER Panasonic -PLASMA DISPLAY

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text_image Bass Adjusts low sounds Treble Adjusts high sounds Balance Adjusts left and right volumes Surround Select On or Off Sound Normalise Normal Sound Mode Normal Bass 0 Treble 0 Balance 0 Surround Off Normal Emits the original sound. Auto Automatically controls proper volume level.

Notes:

  • Press the SURROUND button to directly turn the surround effect On and Off. (see page 15)
  • Bass, Treble and Surround settings are memorized separately for each Sound Mode (Normal, Auto).

Helpful Hint ( ^N / Normalise Normalisation)

While the "Sound" menu is displayed, if either the N button on the remote control is pressed at any time or the ACTION (■) button is pressed during "Normalise", then all adjustment values are returned to the factory settings.

Mute

Useful when answering the phone or receiving unexpected visitors.

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Press to mute the sound.

Press again to reactivate sound. Sound is also reactivated when power is turned off or volume level is changed.

Digital Zoom

This displays an enlargement of the designated part of the displayed image.

1 Display the "Operation Guide".

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Press to access Digital Zoom.

The "Operation Guide" will be displayed.

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During Digital Zoom, only the following buttons can be operated.

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text_image [Remote control] [Unit] SURROUND button MUTE button VOL button OFF TIMER button

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text_image INPUT MENU - VOL + VOL button

2 Select the area of the image to be enlarged.

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natural_image Diagram of a biological cell or organelle with internal compartments and directional arrows (no text or labels)

Press on the enlargement location to select.

The cursor will move.

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3 Select the magnification required for the enlarged display.

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natural_image Diagram of a control panel with six buttons and a central square (no text or symbols)

Each time this is pressed, the magnification factor changes.

This is shown in the image being displayed.

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graph LR
    A["×1"] --> B["×2"]
    B --> C["×3"]
    C --> D["×4"]

4 Return to normal display (quit Digital Zoom).

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Press to exit from the Digital Zoom.

Notes:

  • When power goes OFF (including "Off Timer" operation), Digital Zoom terminates.
  • The Digital Zoom function cannot be selected while in the following operation states:
    "Multi-screen" (MULTI DISPLAY). (see page 31)
    "Multi-viewer" (Picture in Picture, Picture out Picture, Picture and Picture) operation. (see page 20)
  • While Digital Zoom is in operation, "Adjusting Picture Pos. / Size" cannot be used.
  • The Digital Zoom capability is functional for the following component signals: 525 (480) / 60i · 60p, 625 (575) / 50i · 50p, 1125 (1080) / 60i · 50i · 24p · 25p · 30p · 24sF, 750 (720) / 60p · 50p, 1250 (1080) / 50i
  • The Digital Zoom capability is functional for the following composite signals:
    NTSC, PAL, SECAM

PRESENT TIME Setup / Set up TIMER

The timer can switch the Plasma Display On or Off.

Before attempting Timer Set, confirm the PRESENT TIME and adjust if necessary. Then set POWER ON Time / POWER OFF Time.

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text_image SET UP Press to display the Setup menu.

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text_image Press to select Set up TIMER or PRESENT TIME Setup. Press to display the Set up TIMER screen or PRESENT TIME Setup screen.

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text_image INPUT SUNROUND VCL N N PICTURE SOUND SET UP MULTI ON SWAP SELECT DOOM

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text_image Setup 1/2 Signal Component / RGB-in select RGB Input label PC Power save Off Standby save Off Power management Off Auto power off Off OSD Language English (UK)

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text_image Screensaver MULTI DISPLAY Setup Set up TIMER PRESENT TIME Setup

PRESENT TIME Setup

Display the PRESENT TIME Setup screen.

To setup PRESENT TIME, follow the procedure described below.

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natural_image Diagram of a circular mechanical or electrical component with directional arrows indicating flow or movement (no text or symbols)

Press to select PRESENT TIME.

Press to setup PRESENT TIME.

▶ button: Forward

◀ button: Back

Notes:

  • Pressing “◀” or “▶” button once changes PRESENT TIME 1 minute.
  • Pressing "◀" or "▶" button continuously changes PRESENT TIME by 15 minutes.

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natural_image Diagram of a control panel with directional arrows and a central square button (no text or symbols)

Press to select Set.

Press to store PRESENT TIME Setup.

Note:

Set cannot be selected unless PRESENT TIME is set.

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Press to exit from PRESENT TIME Setup.

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text_image PRESENT TIME Setup PRESENT TIME 99:99 Set PRESENT TIME 99:99

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text_image PRESENT TIME Setup PRESENT TIME 99:99 Set PRESENT TIME 99:99

Set up TIMER

Display the Set up TIMER screen.

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natural_image Diagram of a circular object with internal arrows and a central square, no text or symbols present

Press to select

  • Pressing “◀” or “▶” button once changes POWER ON Time / POWER OFF Time 1 minute.
  • Pressing “◀” or “▶” button continuously changes POWER ON Time / POWER OFF Time by 15 minutes.

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flowchart
graph TD
    A["Top Left"] --> B["Central Square"]
    B --> C["Bottom Right"]
    C --> D["Bottom Left"]
    D --> E["Bottom Right"]
    E --> F["Bottom Left"]
    F --> G["Bottom Right"]
    G --> H["Bottom Left"]
    H --> I["Bottom Right"]
    I --> J["Bottom Left"]
    J --> K["Bottom Right"]
    K --> L["Bottom Left"]
    L --> M["Bottom Right"]
    M --> N["Bottom Left"]
    N --> O["Bottom Right"]
    O --> P["Bottom Left"]
    P --> Q["Bottom Right"]
    Q --> R["Bottom Left"]
    R --> S["Bottom Right"]
    S --> T["Bottom Left"]
    T --> U["Bottom Right"]
    U --> V["Bottom Left"]
    V --> W["Bottom Right"]
    W --> X["Bottom Left"]
    X --> Y["Bottom Right"]
    Y --> Z["Bottom Left"]

Press to select POWER ON Function/POWER OFF Function.

Press to select On.

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text_image Set up TIMER PRESENT TIME 00:00 POWER ON Function Off POWER ON Time 0.00 POWER OFF Function Off POWER OFF Time 0.00

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Press twice to exit from Setup.

Note:

Timer function will not work unless "PRESENT TIME" is set.

Screensaver (For preventing after-images)

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.

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Press to display the Setup menu.

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text_image Screensaver MULTI DISPLAY Setup Set up TIMER PRESENT TIME Setup

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natural_image Diagram of a control panel with directional arrows and play buttons (no text or symbols)

Press to select Screensaver.

Press to display Screensaver screen.

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Reversal / Scroll selection

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natural_image Diagram of a symmetrical mechanical or electrical component with directional arrows, no text or symbols present.

Press to select Function.

Press to select the desired function.

White bar scroll Reversal

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text_image Screensaver PRESENT TIME 00:00 Start Function White bar scroll Mode Off Start Time 6:15 Finish Time 12:30 Side panel High Wobbling Off Peak limit Off

White bar scroll : The white bar will scroll from left to right.

Image Reversal : Negative image will be displayed on the screen.

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Mode selection

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natural_image Diagram of a symmetrical mechanical or electrical component with directional arrows, no text or symbols present.

Press to select Mode.

Press to select each mode items.

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text_image Screensaver PRESENT TIME 00:00 Start Function White bar scroll Mode Off Start Time 6:15 Finish Time 12:30 Side panel High Wobbling Off Peak limit Off

Off ↑ Interval : Operates when Periodic Time and Operating Time are setup and those times arrive. ↑ Time Designation : Operates when Start Time and Finish Time are setup and those times arrive. ↑ On : Operates when Start is selected and the ACTION (■ button is pressed.

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Start setting

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natural_image Diagram of a control panel with directional arrows and a central square button (no text or symbols)

When the Mode is set to On, press to select Start.

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text_image Screensaver PRESENT TIME 00:00 Start Function White bar scroll Mode On Start Time 6:15 Finish Time 12:30 Side panel High Wobbling Off Peak limit Off

Press to start Screensaver.

The menu screen will disappear and the Screensaver will be activated. To stop the Screensaver under On, press the R button.

Setup of Screensaver Time

After selecting Time Designation or Interval, 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".)

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text_image Screensaver PRESENT TIME 00:00 Start Function White bar scroll Mode Time Designation Start Time 6:15 Finish Time 12:30 Side panel High Wobbling Off Peak limit Off

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text_image Screensaver PRESENT TIME 00:00 Start Function White bar scroll Moda Interval Periodic Time 6:15 Operating Time 12:30 Side panel High Wobbling Off Peak limit Off

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text_image Screensaver PRESENT TIME 00:00 Start Function White bar scroll Mode Off Start Time 6:15 Finish Time 12:30 Side panel High Wobbling Off Peak limit Off

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natural_image Diagram of a biological cell or vesicle with internal compartments and directional arrows (no text or labels)

Press to select Start Time / Finish Time (When Time Designation is selected). Press to select Periodic Time / Operating Time (When Interval is selected).

Press to setup.

▶ button: Forward
button: Back

Notes:

  • Pressing “◀” or “▶” button once changes the Time 1 minute.
    [However, switching occurs every 15 minutes when Periodic Time is selected.]
  • Pressing "◀" or "▶" button continuously changes the Time by 15 minutes.

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text_image Screensaver PRESENT TIME 00:00 Start Function White bar scroll Mode Time Designation Start Time 0:00 Finish Time 0:00 Side panel High Wobbling Off Peak limit Off

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text_image Screensaver PRESENT TIME 00:00 Start Function White bar scroll Mode Interval Periodic Time 0:00 Operating Time 0:00 Side panel High Wobbling Off Peak limit Off

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Note: Timer function will not work unless "PRESENT TIME" is set.

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text_image Screensaver PRESENT TIME 00:00 Start Function White bar scroll Mode Time Designation Start Time 6:15 Finish Time 12:30 Side panel High Wobbling Off Peak limit Off Screensaver PRESENT TIME 00:00 Start Function White bar scroll Mode Interval Periodic Time 6:15 Operating Time 12:30 Side panel High Wobbling Off Peak limit Off

Reduces screen after-image

These functions prevent the occurrence of an "after image" on the display when turned ON.

Wobbling: Automatically shifts the display image at a dot level pitch (therefore unnoticeable to the eye) over time to prevent after image of sharper contour of image.

Peak limit: Suppresses image contrast (peak brightness).

Note: When a still picture is viewed for an extended time, the screen may become slightly darker. (see page 37)

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text_image 1 SET UP Press to display the Setup menu. Press to select "Screensaver". 2 Press to display Screensaver menu. Press to select "Wobbling" or "Peak limit". 3 Press to select "On" or "Off".

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text_image Screensaver MULTI DISPLAY Setup Set up TIMER PRESENT TIME Setup

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text_image Screensaver PRESENT TIME 00:00 Start Function White bar scroll Mode Off Start Time 6:15 Finish Time 12:30 Side panel High Wobbling Off Peak limit Off

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.

Toreduce the risk of such an after-image, illuminate the side panels.

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text_image side panel 4:3 Screen Display after-images

This function may be applicable to the non-picture area.

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text_image Non picture area Picture out Picture Picture and Picture A B

Display the Screensaver screen.

(Refer to the previous page, operation guide steps 1 and 2)

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text_image Press to select Side panel. Press to select Off, Low, Mid, High. Off ↔ Low ↔ Mid ↔ High

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text_image Screensaver PRESENT TIME 00:00 Start Function White bar scroll Mode Off Start Time 6:15 Finish Time 12:30 Side panel High Wobbling Off Peak limit Off

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text_image R Press to exit from Screensaver.

Notes:

• To reduce the occurrence of after-images, set the Side panel to High.
- The side panels may flash (alternate black / white) depending on the picture being shown on the screen. Using Cinema mode will reduce such flashing.

Reduces power consumption

  • 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 12, 14, 15), so standby power of the set is reduced.
  • Power management: The unit power supply is turned On or Off depending on whether or not there is a signal during PC input mode.
    This function is enabled when it is turned On. (Only during input from PC (MiniD-sub) terminal)
  • Auto power off: Equipment power supply is turned Off when there is no signal.
    When this is set to On, the power supply of the unit goes Off 10 minutes after the input signals stop.
    This function is effective for input signals except input from PC (Mini D-sub) terminal.

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natural_image Diagram of a control panel with directional arrows and labeled buttons (no text or symbols)

Press to select

"Power save"

"Standby save"

"Power management"

"Auto power off".

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natural_image Diagram of a circular device with directional arrows and control buttons (no text or symbols)

Press to select "On" or "Off".

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text_image Setup 1/2 Signal Component / RGB-in select RGB Input label PC Power save Off > Standby save Off > Power management Off > Auto power off Off > OSD Language English (UK)

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Press to exit from Setup.

Note:

"Power management" and "Auto power off" are effective during normal viewing (one picture screen) only.

Customizing the Input labels

This function can change the label of the Input signal to be displayed.

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text_image Press to select Input label. Press to change the Input label.

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text_image Setup 1/2 Signal Component / RGB-in select RGB Input label PC Power save Off Standby save Off Power management Off Auto power off Off OSD Language English (UK)

Notes:

While selecting an Input signal through Optional Terminal Board connected to Slot1 to Slot3, the Input label will depend on each Optional Terminal Board.

Input labels for Slot1 to Slot3 and miniD-sub:

[Slot1 Input] INPUT1 / VIDEO1 / COMPONENT1 / RGB1 / DIGITAL1 / PC1 / DVD1 / CATV1 / VCR1 / STB1

[Slot2 Input] INPUT2 / VIDEO2 / COMPONENT2 / RGB2 / DIGITAL2 / PC2 / DVD2 / CATV2 / VCR2 / STB2

[Slot3 Input] INPUT3 / VIDEO3 / COMPONENT3 / RGB3 / PC3 / DVD3 / CATV3 / VCR3 / STB3

[PC (MiniD-sub) input] PC / COMPONENT / RGB / DVD / STB

Setup for MULTI DISPLAY

By lining up Plasma Displays in groups of 4, 9 or 16 as illustrated below, an enlarged picture may be displayed across all screens.

For this mode of operation, each plasma display has to be set up with a Display number to determine its location.

group of 4 (2 × 2)
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group of 9 (3 × 3)
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natural_image Black-and-white photo of palm trees and a beach viewed through a window (no text or symbols)

group of 16 (4 × 4)
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natural_image Black-and-white photo of a tropical beach with palm trees and ocean in the foreground, framed by a grid overlay (no text or symbols)

How to Setup MULTI DISPLAY

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Press to display the Setup menu.

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natural_image Diagram of a control panel with directional arrows and a central square button (no text or symbols)

Press to select the MULTI DISPLAY Setup.

Press to display the "MULTI DISPLAY Setup" menu.

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text_image INPUT SURROUND VOL - + R H PICTURE SOUND SET LP MULTI POP SWAP SELECT MOVE ZOOM

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text_image Screensaver MULTI DISPLAY Setup Set up TIMER PRESENT TIME Setup

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flowchart
graph TD
    A["Central Process Node"] --> B["Top Left"]
    A --> C["Top Right"]
    A --> D["Bottom Left"]
    A --> E["Bottom Right"]
    A --> F["Bottom Left"]
    A --> G["Bottom Right"]
    style A fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style B fill:#ccf,stroke:#333
    style C fill:#ccf,stroke:#333
    style D fill:#ccf,stroke:#333
    style E fill:#ccf,stroke:#333
    style F fill:#ccf,stroke:#333
    style G fill:#ccf,stroke:#333

Press to select the MULTI DISPLAY Setup.

Press to select "On" or "Off".

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text_image MULTI DISPLAY Setup MULTI DISPLAY Setup Off Ratio 2 x 2 Location A1

How to set the display location number for each Plasma Display

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natural_image Diagram of a circular object with internal arrows and a central square, no text or symbols present

Press to select Ratio (2nd step).

Press to select “2 × 2”, “3 × 3”, “4 × 4”.

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text_image MULTI DISPLAY Setup MULTI DISPLAY Setup Off Ratio 2 x 2 Location A1

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natural_image Diagram of a symmetrical mechanical or biological structure with directional arrows, no text or symbols present.

Press to select Location.

Press to select the required arrangement number. (A1-D4 : Refer to the following)

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text_image MULTI DISPLAY Setup MULTI DISPLAY Setup Off Ratio 2 x 2 Location (A1)

Display Number locations for each arrangement

(2 × 2)(3 × 3)

A1A2
B1B2
A1A2A3
B1B2B3
C1C2C3

(4 × 4)

A1A2A3A4
B1B2B3B4
C1C2C3C4
D1D2D3D4

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Press twice to exit from Setup.

Notes:

  • The multi-display capability is functional for the following component signals: 525 (480) / 60i · 60p, 625 (575) / 50i · 50p, 1125 (1080) / 60i · 50i · 24p · 25p · 30p · 24sF, 750 (720) / 60p · 50p, 1250 (1080) / 50i
  • The multi-display capability is functional for the following composite signals: NTSC, PAL, SECAM
  • The MultiDisplay function does not display certain input signals from the terminals of the installed option boards listed below: Digital RGB input signals from the DVI terminal of RGB (Digital) Terminal Board (TY-42TM6D)

Setup for Input Signals

Component / RGB-in select

Select the input signals to be connected by installing the Optional Terminal Board.

(Refer to the Operating Instructions for the optional Terminal Board.)

Select to match the signals from the source connected to the Component / RGB input terminals.

Y, P_B , P_R signals “Component”

R, G, B, HD, VD signals "RGB"

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text_image SET UP Press to display the Setup menu.

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text_image Press to select the "Component / RGB-in select". Press to select the desired input signal. Component

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text_image R Press to exit from adjust mode.

Note:

Selection may not be possible, depending on which optional board is installed.

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text_image INPUT SURROUND VOLT - + N H PICTURE SIFT_UP MAX MAX SWAP SELECT 200M MOVE

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text_image Setup 1/2 Signal Component / RGB-in select RGB Input label PC Power save Off Standby save Off Power management Off Auto power off Off OSD Language English (UK)

3D Y/C Filter – For NTSC AV images

Select "Signal" from the "Setup" menu during AV(S Video) input signal.

("Signal [AV]" menu is displayed.)

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text_image Press to select the "3D Y/C Filter (NTSC)" Press to set On / Off.

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text_image R Press to exit from adjust mode.

Note:

When On, this setting only affects NTSC input signals.

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text_image Setup 1/2 Signal Component / RGB-in select RGB Input label PC Power save Off Standby save Off Power management Off Auto power off Off OSD Language English (UK)

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Press ACTION (■ button

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text_image Signal 3D Y/C Filter (NTSC) On Colour system Auto Cinema reality Off Panasonic Auto (4 : 3) 4 : 3 P-NR Off

Colour system / Panasonic Auto

Select Signal from the "Setup" menu during AV(S Video) input signal. ("Signal [AV]" menu is displayed.)

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flowchart
graph TD
    A["Central Core"] --> B["Upper Left"]
    A --> C["Upper Right"]
    A --> D["Lower Left"]
    A --> E["Lower Right"]
    A --> F["Bottom Left"]
    A --> G["Bottom Right"]
    H["Arrow 1"] --> I["Arrow 2"]
    J["Arrow 3"] --> K["Arrow 4"]
    L["Arrow 5"] --> M["Arrow 6"]

Press to select the "Colour system" or "Panasonic Auto".

Press to select each functions.

If the picture image becomes unstable:

With the system set on Auto, under conditions of low level or noisy input signals the image may in rare cases become unstable. Should this occur, set the system to match the format of the input signal.
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text_image Setup 1/2 Signal Component / RGB-in select RGB Input label PC Power save Off Standby save Off Power management Off Auto power off Off OSD Language English (UK)

↓ Press ACTION (■ button

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text_image Signal 3D Y/C Filter (NTSC) On Colour system Auto Cinema reality Off Panasonic Auto (4 : 3) 4 : 3 P-NR Off
ModeFunction
Colour systemSet the colour system to match the input signal. If set to “Auto”, the colour system is determined automatically.PANASONIC TH-42PWD7WS - If the picture image becomes unstable: - 3
Panasonic Auto(4:3)Set to “4 : 3” to view 4:3 images in an unchanged format when Panasonic Auto is selected. If you would like to view 4:3 images in Just format, set to “Just”.

Cinema reality / P-NR

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:

- NTSC / PAL signal input during "AV(S Video)" input signal.

- 525i(480i) 625i(575i), 1125(1080) / 60i signal input during "Component" input signal.

P-NR:

Automatically reduces unwanted picture noise.

Note:

P-NR cannot be adjusted while a PC signal is being applied.

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text_image Setup 1/2 Signal Component / RGB-in select RGB Input label PC Power save Off Standby save Off Power management Off Auto power off Off OSD Language English (UK)

↓ Press ACTION (■ button

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flowchart
graph TD
    A["Central Process Node"] --> B["Top Left"]
    A --> C["Top Right"]
    A --> D["Bottom Left"]
    A --> E["Bottom Right"]
    A --> F["Bottom Left"]
    A --> G["Bottom Right"]
    style A fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style B fill:#ccf,stroke:#333
    style C fill:#ccf,stroke:#333
    style D fill:#ccf,stroke:#333
    style E fill:#ccf,stroke:#333
    style F fill:#ccf,stroke:#333
    style G fill:#ccf,stroke:#333

Press to select Cinema reality or P-NR.

Press to set On / Off.

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text_image Signal 3D Y/C Filler (NTSC) Colour system Cinema reality Panasonic Auto (4 : 3) P-NR On Auto Off 4 : 3 Off

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text_image Signal Sync Auto Cinema reality Off P-NR Off H-Freq. 33.8 kHz V-Freq. 60.0 Hz

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Press to exit from adjust mode.

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text_image Signal Cinema reality P-NR Off Off H-Freq. 33.8 kHz V-Freq. 60.0 Hz

Sync

Select Signal from the "Setup" menu during RGB input signal.

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text_image Press to adjust.

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text_image R Press to exit from adjust mode.

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text_image Setup 1/2 Signal Component / RGB-in select RGB Input label PC Power save Off Standby save Off Power management Off Auto power off Off OSD Language English (UK)

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text_image Signal Sync Cinema reality P-NR H-Freq. 33.8 kHz V-Freq. 60.0 Hz Auto

Setting RGB sync signal:

Confirm 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 are 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.

VBS: Uses a synchronized signal of Composite Sync input, which is input from the HD connector.

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flowchart
graph TD
    A["Sync"] --> B["Auto"]
    C["Sync"] --> D["on G"]
    E["Sync"] --> F["VBS"]

H-Freq. (kHz) / V-Freq. (Hz)

Displays the H (Horizontal) / V (Vertical) frequencies.

This display is valid only for RGB / PC and DVI input signal.

Display range:

Horizontal 15 - 110 kHz

Vertical 48 - 120 Hz

H-Freq. 33.8 kHz

V-Freq. 60.0 Hz

Shipping condition

This function allows you to reset the unit to the factory setting.

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Press to display the Setup menu.

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natural_image Diagram of a device with six labeled buttons and directional arrows, no text or symbols present

Press to select "OSD Language".

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natural_image Circular diagram with six directional arrows and a central square, no text or symbols present

Press and hold till the SHIPPING menu is displayed.

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natural_image Diagram of a circular device with six labeled buttons and directional arrows, no text or symbols present.

Press to select "YES".

Press to confirm.

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text_image INPUT SUNHOUND VCL - + A R PICTURE SOUND SET UP MULTI APP SWAP SELECT MOVE ROOM

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text_image Setup 1/2 Signal Component / RGB-in select RGB Input label PC Power save Off Standby save Off Power management Off Auto power off Off OSD Language (UK)

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[from the unit]

1 Press the MENU button till the Setup menu is displayed.
2 Press the Volume Up“+” or Down“-” button to select “OSD Language”.
3 Press and hold the ENTER button till the SHIPPING menu is displayed.
4 Press the Volume Up“+” or Down“-” button to select “YES”.
5 Press the ENTER button.

Note:

Press the R button to return to Setup menu when SHIPPING menu is displayed.

Troubleshooting

Before you call for service, determine the symptoms and make a few simple checks as shown below.

SymptomsChecks
Picture Sound
PANASONIC TH-42PWD7WS - Troubleshooting - 1Interference NoisyPANASONIC TH-42PWD7WS - Troubleshooting - 2Electrical AppliancesCars / MotorcyclesFluorescent light
PANASONIC TH-42PWD7WS - Troubleshooting - 3Normal Picture NoPANASONIC TH-42PWD7WS - Troubleshooting - 4Volume(Check whether the mute function has been activated on the remote control.)
PANASONIC TH-42PWD7WS - Troubleshooting - 5No Picture No SouPANASONIC TH-42PWD7WS - Troubleshooting - 6Not plugged into AC outletNot switched onPicture and Brightness/Volume setting(Check by pressing the power switch or stand-by button on the remote control.)
PANASONIC TH-42PWD7WS - Troubleshooting - 7No Picture NormalPANASONIC TH-42PWD7WS - Troubleshooting - 8If a signal with a non-applicable colour system format, or frequency is input, only the input terminal indication is displayed.
PANASONIC TH-42PWD7WS - Troubleshooting - 9No Coloaur NormaPANASONIC TH-42PWD7WS - Troubleshooting - 10Colour controls set at minimum level(see page 21, 22)Colour system (see page 34)
No remote control operations can be performed.Check whether the batteries have discharged completely and, if they have not, whether they were inserted properly.Check whether the remote control sensor is exposed to an outdoor light or a strong fluorescent light.Check whether the remote control designed specifically for use with the unit is being used. (The unit cannot be operated by any other remote control.)
A cracking sound is sometimes heard from the unit.If there is nothing wrong with the picture or sound, this is the sound of the cabinet undergoing very slight contractions in response to changes in the room temperature. There are no adverse effects on the performance or other aspects.
The top or bottom of the picture on the screen is cut off when I use the zoom function.Adjust the position of the picture on the screen.
Areas at the top and bottom of the screen where the image is missing appear when I use the zoom function.When using a video software program (such as a cinema size program) with a screen wider than one in the 16:9 mode, blank areas separate from the images are formed at the top and bottom of the screen.
I can hear sounds coming from inside the unit.When the power is turned on, a sound of the display panel being driven may be heard: This is normal and not indicative of malfunctioning.
This Plasma Display uses special image processing. Hence a slight time lag may occur between image and audio, depending on the type of input signal. However, this is not a malfunction.

Plasma Display panel

SymptomsCheck
The screen darkens slightly when bright pictures with minimal movements are shown.The screen will darken slightly when photos, still images of a computer or other pictures with minimal movements are shown for an extended period. This is done to reduce after-image on the screen and the shortening of the screen's service life: It is normal and not indicative of malfunctioning.
It takes a while for the picture to appear.The unit digitally processes the various signals in order to reproduce esthetically pleasing images. As such, it sometimes takes a few moments for the picture to appear when the power has been turned on, when the input has been switched or when the images for the main picture and sub picture on the two screens are swapped.
The edges of the images flicker.Due to the characteristics of the system used to drive the panel, the edges may appear to flicker in the fast-moving parts of the images: This is normal and not indicative of malfunctioning.
The brightness on both sides of images in the 4:3 mode changes.When viewing the side panels at the “High” or “Mid” setting, the brightness on both sides may change depending on the kind of program shown: This is normal and not indicative of malfunctioning.
Some parts of the screen do not light up.The plasma display panel is manufactured using an extremely high level of precision technology, however, sometimes some parts of the screen may be missing picture elements or have luminous spots. This is not a malfunction.
PANASONIC TH-42PWD7WS - Troubleshooting - 11After-images appearDo not allow a still picture to be displayed for an extended period, as this can cause a permanent after-image to remain on the Plasma Display.Examples of still pictures include logos, video games, computer images, teletext and images displayed in 4:3 mode.Note:The permanent after-image on the Plasma Display resulting from fixed image use is not an operating defect and as such is not covered by the Warranty.This product is not designed to display fixed images for extended periods of time.
[for TH-42PHD7W, TH-50PHD7W] Whirring sounds can be heard from the display unit.The display unit is fitted with a cooling fan to dissipate heat generated during normal use. The whirring sound is caused by rotation of the fan and is not a malfunction.

VIDEO/COMPONENT/RGB/PC input signals

VIDEO input [Applicable when Multi Screen and Digital Zoom]

Signal nameHorizontal Vertical frequency(kHz) frequency(Hz)
1 NTSC 15.73 59.94
2PAL 15.63 50.00
3PAL 60 15.73 59.94
4 SECAM 15.63 50.00
5 Modified NTSC 15.73 59.94

Applicable input signals for PC Input (D-sub 15P) (* Mark)

Signal nameHorizontal Vertical frequency (kHz)COMPONENTRGBPCWhen Multi Screen and Digital Zoom
1 525 (480) / 60i15.7359.94****
2525 (480) / 60p31.4759.94***1*
3 625 (575) / 50i15.6350.00****
4625 (575) / 50p31.2550.00****
5750 (720) / 60p45.0060.00****
6750 (720) / 50p37.5050.00****
7 1,125 (1,080) / 60i33.7560.00****
8 1,125 (1,080) / 50i28.1350.00****
91,125 (1,080) / 24p27.0047.92****
101,125 (1,080) / 24sF 33.7530.00****
111,125 (1,080) / 25p28.1325.00****
121,125 (1,080) / 30p27.0024.00****
131,250 (1,080) / 50i31.2550.00****
14640 × 400 @70 Hz31.4670.07***
15640 × 480 @60 Hz31.4759.94*2**
16640 × 480 @72 Hz37.8672.81***
17640 × 480 @75 Hz37.5075.00***
18640 × 480 @85 Hz43.2785.01***
19852 × 480 @60 Hz31.4759.94*2**
20800 × 600 @56 Hz35.1656.25***
21800 × 600 @60 Hz37.8860.32***
22800 × 600 @72 Hz48.0872.19***
23800 × 600 @75 Hz46.8875.00***
24800 × 600 @85 Hz53.6785.06***
251,024 × 768 @60 Hz48.3660.00***
261,024 × 768 @70 Hz56.4870.07***
271,024 × 768 @75 Hz60.0275.03***
281,024 × 768 @85 Hz68.6885.00***
291,152 × 864 @75 Hz67.5075.00***
301,280 × 960 @60 Hz60.0060.00***
311,280 × 960 @85 Hz85.9485.00***
321,280 × 1,024 @60 Hz63.9860.02***
331,280 × 1,024 @75 Hz79.9875.03***
341,280 × 1,024 @85 Hz91.1585.02***
351,600 × 1,200 @60 Hz75.0060.00***
361,600 × 1,200 @65 Hz81.2565.00***
371,066 × 600 @60 Hz37.8860.32***
381,366 × 768 @60 Hz48.3660.00***
39Macintosh13" (640 × 480)35.0066.67***
40Macintosh16" (832 × 624)49.7274.54***
41Macintosh21" (1,152 × 870)68.6875.06***

*1: When selected the RGB format and 525p signal input to the D-sub terminal, it is recognized as VGA 60Hz signal.
*2: When inputted VGA 60Hz format signal from the other than D-sub terminal, it is recognized as 525p signal.
Note: Signals without above specification may not be displayed properly.

Specifications

TH-42PWD7W TH-42PHD7W TH-50PHD7W
Power Source220 - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption
Normal use250 W 315 W 435W
Stand-by conditionSave off 1.0 W, Save on 0.7 W
Power off condition0.3 W
Plasma Display panelDrive method : AC type Drive 42-inch, 16:9 aspect ratio 42-inch, 16:9 aspect ratio 50-inch, 16:9 aspect ratio
Contrast Ratio4000:13000:1
Screen size920 mm (W) × 518 mm (H) × 1,056 mm (diagonal)920 mm (W) × 518 mm (H) × 1,056 mm (diagonal)1,106 mm (W) × 622 mm (H) × 1,269 mm (diagonal)
(No.of pixels)408,960 (852 (W) × 480 (H)) [2,556 × 480 dots]786,432 (1,024 (W) × 768 (H)) [3,072 × 768 dots]1,049,088 (1,366 (W) × 768 (H)) [4,098 × 768 dots]
Operating condition
Temperatuer0 °C - 40 °C
Humidity20 % - 80 %
Applicable signals
Colour SystemNTSC, PAL, PAL60, SECAM, Modified NTSC
Scanning format525 (480) / 60i · 60p, 625 (575) / 50i · 50p, 750 (720) / 60p · 50p, 1125 (1080) / 60i · 50i · 24p · 25p · 30p · 24sF .... SMPTE274M, 1250 (1080) / 50i
PC signalsVGA display VGA SVGA, XGA, SXGA, UXGA .... (compressed) Horizontal scanning frequency 15 - 110 kHz Vertical scanning frequency 48 - 120 HzXGA display VGA, SVGA, XGA SXGA, UXGA .... (compressed) Horizontal scanning frequency 15 - 110 kHz Vertical scanning frequency 48 - 120 Hz
Connection terminals
AVVIDEO IN1.0 Vp-p (75-ohm or high impedance)
VIDEO OUT1.0 Vp-p (low impedance)
S VIDEO IN (MINI DIN 4PIN)Y: 1 Vp-p (75-ohm), C: 0.286 Vp-p (75-ohm)
AUDIO IN (RCA PIN JACK × 2)0.5 Vrms (high impedance)
COMPONENT/RGBY/G (BNC)Y or G with/sync 1.0 Vp-p (75-ohm)
PB/B (BNC), PR/R (BNC)G without/sync 0.7 Vp-p (75-ohm)
AUDIO IN (RCA PIN JACK × 2)0.7 Vp-p (75-ohm)
PC(HIGH-DENSITY D-SUB 15PIN)R,G,B/0.7 Vp-p (75-ohm)
Component Y:1.0 Vp-p (75-ohm)
PB·PR / CB·CR:0.7 Vp-p (75-ohm)
AUDIO IN (M3 JACK)HD, VD/1.0 - 5.0 Vp-p (high impedance)
0.5 Vrms (high impedance)
SERIALEXTERNAL CONTROL TERMINAL (D-SUB 9PIN) RS-232C COMPATIBLE
SPEAKERS (6 Ω)16W [8 W + 8 W] (10 % THD)
Accessories Supplied
Remote Control TransmitterEUR646529
Batteries2 × R6 Size
Fixing bands(TMME203 or TMME187) × 2
Ferrite coreJ0KF00000018 × 1, J0KG00000054 × 2
Dimensions (W × H × D)1,020 mm × 610 mm × 89 mm1,020 mm × 610 mm × 89 mm1,210 mm × 724 mm × 95 mm
Mass (weight)
main unit onlyapprox. 29.0 kg netapprox. 30.0 kg netapprox. 43.0 kg net
with speakersapprox. 33.2 kgapprox. 34.2 kgapprox. 47.6 kg

Note:
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Mass and dimensions shown are approximate.

Customer's Record

The model number and serial number of this product can be found on its back cover. You should note this serial number in the space provided below and retain this book, plus your purchase receipt, as a permanent record of your purchase to aid in identification in the event of theft or loss, and for Warranty Service purposes.

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