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Panasonic TH-42PHW5BX Operating Instructions Manual
Panasonic TH-42PHW5BX Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic TH-42PHW5BX Operating Instructions Manual

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Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read these instructions completely. Please keep this
manual for future reference.
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High Definition Plasma Display

Operating Instructions

PLASMA DISPLAY
TH-42PHW5
TH-50PHW5
Model No.
®
TQBC0485-2

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    ® High Definition Plasma Display Operating Instructions PLASMA DISPLAY TH-42PHW5 — INPU R - STAN ER ON TH-50PHW5 G POW Model No. Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read these instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference. English TQBC0485-2...
  • Page 2 Dear Panasonic Customer Welcome to the Panasonic family of customers. We hope that you will have many years of enjoyment from your new High Definition Plasma Display. To obtain maximum benefit from your set, please read these Instructions before making any adjustments, and retain them for future reference.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Component/RGB-in select ........30 Selecting the On-Screen Menu Language .... 15 3D Y/C Filter – For NTSC AV images ....30 Colour system / Panasonic Auto ......31 On-Screen Menu Display from Remote Control ..16 3:2 Pulldown ............31 ASPECT Controls ...........
  • Page 4: Important Safety Notice

    If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local Panasonic Dealer. If the fitted moulded plug is unsuitable for the socket outlet in your home, then the fuse shall be removed and the plug cut off and disposed of safety.
  • Page 5 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.
  • Page 6: Cleaning And Maintenance

    If water or foreign objects get inside the Plasma Display, if the Plasma Display is dropped, or if the cabinet becomes damages, disconnect the power cord plug immediately. • A short circuit may occur, which could cause fire. Contact your local Panasonic dealer for any repairs that need to be made. CAUTION When using the Plasma Display Do not bring your hands, face or objects close to the ventilation holes of the Plasma Display.
  • Page 7: Accessories

    Accessories Accessories Supply Check that you have the accessories and items shown Remote Control Batteries for the Remote Guarantee Card Operating Instruction book Transmitter Control Transmitter EUR646525 R6 Size) INPUT SURROUND PICTURE SOUND SET UP PICTURE POS. /SIZE ASPECT OFF TIMER PLASMA DISPLAY Ferrite core Ferrite core...
  • Page 8: Remote Control Batteries

    Remote Control Batteries Requires two R6 batteries. 2. Install the batteries as shown in 3. Replace the cover and slide in 1. Turn the transmitter face down. Press and slide off the battery the battery compartment. reverse until the lock snaps. cover.
  • Page 9: Connections

    Connections When connecting the speakers, be sure to use only the optional accessory speakers. Refer to the speaker’s Installation Manual for details on speaker installation. Speakers (Optional accessories) SPEAKERS SPEAKERS Terminals (R) Terminals (L) – Cable fixing bands Secure any excess cables with bands as required. Pass the attached cable fixing To secure cables connected to band through the clip as...
  • Page 10: Pc Input Terminals Connection

    Connections PC Input Terminals connection If tuner is connected the PC connection is disabled. COMPUTER AUDIO PC IN POWER INPUT – R - STANDBY G POWER ON Less than Conversion adapter Ferrite core (large size) 3" (if necessary) (supplied) (10 cm) D-sub 15p PC cable Less than...
  • Page 11 Connections Signal Names for D-sub 15P Connector Pin No. Signal Name Pin No. Signal Name Pin No. Signal Name GND (Ground) GND (Ground) GND (Ground) GND (Ground) HD/SYNC GND (Ground) NC (not connected) Pin Layout for PC Input GND (Ground) GND (Ground) Terminal AV/Component/RGB/PC input signals...
  • Page 12: Serial Terminals Connection

    (2) If an incorrect command is sent by mistake, this Zoom ZOOM unit will send an “ER401” command back to the 16 : 9 computer. FULL Just JUST Panasonic Auto SELF With the power off, this display responds to PON command only.
  • Page 13: Basic Controls

    Basic Controls Explanations from here onward describe the functions when the optional RCA Terminal Board is installed. — INPUT R - STANDBY G POWER ON TH-50PHW5 Volume Adjustment Main Power On/Off Switch INPUT button Press the Volume Up “+” or Power Indicator (AV(S Video), Component/RGB, Down “–”...
  • Page 14: Power On/Off And Input Signal Selection

    Power On/Off and input signal selection AC cord connection Connecting the AC cord plug to the Plasma Display. Power On/Off 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.
  • Page 15: Select The Input Signal

    Power On/Off and input signal selection Select the input signal INPUT Press the INPUT button to select the input signal to be played back from the equipment which has been connected to the Plasma Display. Select the input signals to be connected by installing the optional Terminal Board.
  • Page 16: On-Screen Menu Display From Remote Control

    On-Screen Menu Display from Remote Control To Picture adjust menu Press to select each item. (see page 24) Picture Normalise Normal Picture Mode Normal Contrast Brightness Colour Tint INPUT Sharpness White balance Normal Advanced settings SURROUND Setup Component/RGB-in select To Advanced Settings Signal (see page 24, 25) Screensaver...
  • Page 17 H-Freq. 31.5 3:2 Pulldown V-Freq. 60.0 V-Freq. 60.0 Panasonic Auto ( 4:3 ) 4 : 3 Note: “Signal” setup menu displays different setting condition for each input signals. (see page 15) Start Time To setup Screensaver Start Ttime 0 : 00...
  • Page 18: Aspect Controls

    “16:9” mode, and switching is not possible. For a 525i (480i), 625i (575i), 525p (480p) and 625p (575p) signal input during “Component” input signal mode, “Panasonic Auto” can not be selected. PICTURE...
  • Page 19 Note: For an elongated image Image is expanded Panasonic Panasonic Auto mode is designed to automatically Auto adjust the aspect ratio to handle a mix of 16:9 and Changes in accordance 4:3 program material. Certain 4:3 program material,...
  • Page 20: Adjusting Picture Pos./Size

    Adjusting Picture Pos./Size Adjusting screen PICTURE POS. /SIZE Press to display the Picture Pos./Size menu. INPUT SURROUND Press to select H-Pos/H-Size/V-Pos/V- Size/Clock Phase. During “AV(S Video)” and During “RGB” and “PC” PICTURE SOUND SET UP “Component” input signal modes. input signal modes. Picture Pos./Size Picture Pos./Size PICTURE...
  • Page 21 Adjusting Picture Pos./Size When the Position Left “ ” button is pressed. When the Position Right “ ” button is pressed. H-Pos When the Position Left “ ” button is pressed. When the Position Right “ ” button is pressed. H-Size When the Position Left “...
  • Page 22: Sound Adjustment

    Sound Adjustment SOUND Press to display the Sound menu. INPUT SURROUND Select to adjust each item. Press to select the desired adjustment menu. Select the desired level by listening to the sound. PICTURE SOUND SET UP PICTURE POS S Bass Sound Adjusts low sounds Normal...
  • Page 23: Surround Controls

    Surround Controls SURROUND SURROUND Button The benefits of surround sound are enormous. You can be completely enveloped in sound; just as if you were at a concert hall or cinema. The surround setting switches on and off each time the SURROUND button is pressed.
  • Page 24: Picture Adjustments

    Picture Adjustments PICTURE Press the Picture button on the Remote Control to display the Picture menu. Picture Normalise Normal Picture Mode Normal Select to adjust each item. Contrast Brightness Press to select the menu to adjust. Colour Tint Sharpness White balance Normal Select the desired level by looking at the picture Advanced Settings...
  • Page 25: Advanced Settings

    Picture Adjustments Notes: Item Effect Adjustments (1) “Colour” and “Tint” settings cannot Selects the proper brightness and be adjusted for “RGB” and “PC” Contrast density for the room. input signal modes. Less More (2) You can change the level of each Adjusts for easier viewing of dark pictures Brightness function (Contrast, Brightness,...
  • Page 26: Set Up Timer

    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 Tme. Display the Set up TIMER screen SET UP Setup Press to display the...
  • Page 27: Timer Set

    Setup TIMER TIMER Set Press to select Set up TIMER POWER ON Time/POWER OFF Time. PRESENT TIME 0:52 POWER ON Function POWER ON Time 0:00 POWER OFF Function POWER OFF Time 0:00 Press to display the POWER ON Setup/ POWER OFF Setup screen. Press to select Hours Adjustment/ POWER ON Setup Minutes Adjustment.
  • Page 28: Screensaver (For Preventing After-Images)

    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. SET UP Press to display the Setup menu screen. Setup Press to select the Screensaver.
  • Page 29: Setup Of Screensaver Time

    Screensaver (For preventing after-images ) Setup of Screensaver Time Press to select Start Time/ Finish Time (When Time Designation is selected). Start Time Press to select Periodic Time/ Start Ttime 0 : 00 Operating Time (When Interval is Hours Adjustment selected).
  • Page 30: Setup For Input Signals

    (ACTION) button [ AV ] Signal 3D Y/C Filter ( NTSC ) Colour system Auto Press to exit from adjust mode. 3:2 Pulldown Panasonic Auto ( 4:3 ) 4 : 3 Note: When On, this setting only affects NTSC input signals.
  • Page 31: Colour System / Panasonic Auto

    SECAM M.NTSC NTSC Panasonic Auto Set to “4 : 3” to view 4:3 images in an unchanged format when Panasonic Auto is (4:3) selected. If you would like to view 4:3 images in “Just” format, set to “Just”. 3:2 Pulldown 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.
  • Page 32: Sync

    Setup for input signals Sync Setup Select Signal from the “Setup” menu during RGB or PC input signal mode. Component/RGB-in select Signal Screensaver Press to adjust. English ( UK ) OSD Language Set up TIMER Press (ACTION) button [ RGB ] Signal Sync H &...
  • Page 33: 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 Cars/Motorcycles Fluorescent light Interference Noisy Sound Volume (Check whether the mute function has been activated on the remote control.) Normal Picture No Sound Not plugged into AC outlet...
  • Page 34: Connections

    Connections Connection to the Optional Terminal Board By installing the optional RCA Terminal Board, the Plasma Display can handle high quality input signals such as AV(S Video), DVD, and RGB.Below is the connecting method when the optional RCA Terminal Board is installed. Optional RCA Terminal Board (TY-42TM4ZB) AUDIO VIDEO...
  • Page 35: Av Input Terminals Connection

    Connections AV Input Terminals connection Connect the signal source equipment. (Example) When connecting an S VIDEO VCR (S VIDEO VCR) Audio Video S Video S VIDEO 4 pin socket Luminance earth Chrominance earth 2 RCA audio cables Luminance in Chrominance in AUDIO S VIDEO Video input to...
  • Page 36: Component/Rgb Input Connection

    Connections Component/RGB Input connection Component signals (Y, P ) connection (DVD Player) Y, P 3 RCA video cables AUDIO 2 RCA audio cables Notes: (1) Change the “Component/RGB-in” setting in the “Setup” menu to “Component”. (see page 30) AUDIO COMPONENT/RGB IN (2) Additional equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this set.
  • Page 37: Dedicated Receiver Connection

    Connections Dedicated Receiver connection Connecting Dedicated Receiver to a display fitted with a Tuner Terminal Board. Note: PC and Serial cannot be accessed when the tuner is connected as shown. Plasma display Receiver TU-PT600B DISPLAY OUT VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO AV4C AUDIO VIDEO S-VIDEO...
  • Page 38: Specifications

    Specifications TH-42PHW5 TH-50PHW5 Power Source 220 - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz Power Consumption Normal use 375 W 495 W Stand-by condition 3.0 W 3.0 W Power off condition 1.7 W 1.7 W Plasma Display panel Drive method AC type Drive method AC type 42-inch, 16:9 aspect ratio 50-inch, 16:9 aspect ratio...
  • Page 39 Specifications TH-42PHW5 TH-50PHW5 Optional Supplied Speakers TY-SP42P5W-H TY-SP50P5W-H TY-ST10-H Pedestal Wall stand TY-ST42PW1 TY-ST42PF3 Mobile stand Wall-hanging bracket TY-WK42PV1 (vertical) Wall-hanging bracket TY-WK42PR1 (angled) Ceiling unit TY-CE42PS1 RCA Terminal Board TY-42TM4ZB Receiver TU-PT600B Tuner Terminal Board TY-42TM5H Connecting cable TY-SCP15C03 Dimensions 1,020 mm 610 mm...
  • Page 40 Warranty Service purposes. Model Number Serial Number Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. Web Site : http://www.panasonic.co.jp/global/ Printed in Japan MBS0602S2072(MS)

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