Panasonic TH-70LF50U Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions
FULL HD LCD Display
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product,
English
please read these instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
Model No.
TH-70LF50U
TH-80LF50U

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  • Page 1 Model No. TH-70LF50U TH-80LF50U Operating Instructions FULL HD LCD Display Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, English please read these instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference.
  • Page 2 CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover or back. No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to quali¿ ed service personnel. The lightning flash with The exclamation point within arrow-head within a triangle a t r i a n g l e i s i n t e n d e d t o is in tend ed to tell the user...
  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    Important Safety Instructions 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all instructions. 5) Do not use this apparatus near water. 6) Clean only with dry cloth. 7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including ampli¿...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Dear Panasonic Customer Welcome to the Panasonic family of customers. We hope that you will have many years of enjoyment from your new LCD Display. To obtain maximum benefit from your set, please read these Instructions before making any adjustments, and retain them for future reference.
  • Page 5: Fcc Statement

    To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instructions and use only shielded interface cables when connecting to computer or peripheral devices. Any changes or modi¿ cations not expressly approved by Panasonic Corp. of North America could void the user's authority to operate this device. FCC Declaration of Conformity Model No.
  • Page 6: Safety Precautions

    This LCD 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 Panasonic Corporation.) • Pedestal ........... TY-ST58P20 (for TH-70LF50U) TY-ST65P20 (for TH-80LF50U) •...
  • Page 7: Maintenance

    Safety Precautions WARNING Setup AC Power Supply Cord Do not place the Display on sloped or unstable The Display is designed to operate on 110 - 127 V AC, 50/60 Hz. surfaces, and ensure that the Display does not hang Ensure that the mains plug is easily accessible.
  • Page 8: Accessories

    Accessories Accessories Supplied Check that you have the Accessories and items shown Operating CD-ROM Remote Control Transmitter Batteries for the Instruction book (Operating N2QAYB000691 Remote Control instructions) Transmitter (AA Size × 2) AC cord Clamper × 1 TMME289 Remote Control Batteries Requires two AA batteries.
  • Page 9: Ceiling Suspension

    Ceiling Suspension You can install the Display by attaching commercially available eyebolts (M10) to it and suspending it from the ceiling, etc. Eyebolt mounting positions (for horizontal installation) Notes: • Suspension and installation should be performed by an installation professional. •...
  • Page 10: Connections

    Using the clamper Secure any excess cables with clamper as required. Note: One clamper is supplied with this unit. In case of securing cables at four positions, please purchase it separately. TH-70LF50U TH-80LF50U Attach the clamper To remove from the unit:...
  • Page 11: Video Equipment Connection

    Connections Video equipment connection Ex. TH-80LF50U SERIAL IN, SERIAL OUT AUDIO IN (COMPOSITE) SERIAL Input/Output Terminal Connect the audio output of a device Control the Display by connected to VIDEO. connecting to PC. (see page 12) (see page 15) AUDIO IN (DVI-D / PC) Connect the audio output AV IN DVI-D IN, DVI-D OUT...
  • Page 12: Video, Component / Rgb In And Hdmi Connection

    Connections VIDEO, COMPONENT / RGB IN and HDMI connection Note: Additional equipment, cables and adapter plugs shown are not supplied with this set. DVD Player VIDEO OUT AUDIO OUT [Pin assignments and signal names for HDMI terminal] Pin No. Signal Name Pin No.
  • Page 13: Dvi-D In, Dvi-D Out Connection

    Connections DVI-D IN, DVI-D OUT connection PC with DVI-D video out Shared with PC IN. DVI-video cable (Within 5 m) Stereo mini plug (M3) Daisy chain connection When using the multi display, multiple LCD Displays can be daisy chained. First LCD Display Second LCD Display PC with DVI-D video out...
  • Page 14: Pc Input Terminals Connection

    Connections PC Input Terminals connection (Female) COMPUTER Conversion adapter Shared with DVI-D IN. (if necessary) (Male) Mini D-sub 15p Audio Stereo mini plug (M3) Connect a cable which matches the audio output terminal on the computer. Notes: • Computer signals which can be input are those with a horizontal scanning frequency of 30 to 110 kHz and vertical scanning frequency of 48 to 120 Hz.
  • Page 15: Serial Terminals Connection

    Connections SERIAL Terminals connection The SERIAL terminal is used when the Display is controlled by a computer. Note: To use serial control for this unit, make sure to set the “CONTROL I/F SELECT” in the “NETWORK SETUP” menu to “RS-232C”. (see page 45) COMPUTER RS-232C Straight cable (Male)
  • Page 16 Connections Basic format for control data Command The transmission of control data from the computer starts with Command Parameter Control details a STX signal, followed by the command, the parameters, and None Power ON lastly an ETX signal in that order. If there are no parameters, None Power OFF then the parameter signal does not need to be sent.
  • Page 17: Power On / Off

    Power ON / OFF Connecting the AC cord plug to the Display. Connecting the plug to the Wall Outlet. Note: When disconnecting the AC cord, be absolutely sure to disconnect the AC cord plug at the socket outlet ¿ rst. Press the Power switch on the Display to turn the set on: Power-On.
  • Page 18 Power ON / OFF When ¿ rst switching on the unit Following screen will be displayed when the unit is turned on for the ¿ rst time. Select the items with the remote control. Unit buttons are invalid. OSD LANGUAGE English (UK) OSD LANGUAGE Deutsch...
  • Page 19: Selecting The Input Signal

    Selecting the input signal Press to select the input signal to be played back from the equipment which has been connected to the Display. Input signals will change as follows: HDMI VIDEO Component* HDMI: HDMI input terminal in AV IN (HDMI). VIDEO: Video input terminal in VIDEO.
  • Page 20: Basic Controls

    Basic Controls Main Unit 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 Orange (When “Slot power”...
  • Page 21: Remote Control Transmitter

    Basic Controls Remote Control Transmitter OFF TIMER button The Display can be preset to switch to stand-by after a ¿ xed period. The setting changes to 30 minutes, ACTION button 60 minutes, 90 minutes and 0 minutes (off timer Press to make selections. cancelled) each time the button is pressed.
  • Page 22: Aspect Controls

    ASPECT Controls The Display will allow you to enjoy viewing the picture at its maximum size, including wide screen cinema format picture. Note: Be aware that if you put the display in a public place for commercial purposes or a public showing and then use the aspect mode select function to shrink or expand the picture, you may be violating the copyright under copyright law.
  • Page 23: Digital Zoom

    Digital Zoom This displays an enlargement of the designated part of the displayed image. Display the operation guide. Press to access Digital Zoom. EXIT The operation guide will be displayed. During Digital Zoom, only the following buttons can be operated. [Remote control] POSITION / ACTION button...
  • Page 24: On-Screen Menu Displays

    On-Screen Menu Displays Remote Control Unit Display the menu screen. Press to select. (Example: PICTURE menu) Press several times. MENU Each time the MENU button is pressed, the menu screen will switch. Normal Viewing PICTURE SOUND POS. /SIZE SET UP Select the item.
  • Page 25: Adjusting Pos. /Size

    Adjusting POS. /SIZE Press to display the POS. /SIZE menu. POS. /SIZE Press to select the menu to adjust. NORMALIZE NORMAL AUTO SETUP H-POS H-SIZE V-POS V-SIZE Press to adjust the menu. CLOCK PHASE DOT CLOCK 1:1 PIXEL MODE Note: Unadjustable items are grayed out.
  • Page 26 Adjusting POS. /SIZE H-POS Adjust the horizontal position. V-POS Adjust the vertical position. H-SIZE Adjust the horizontal size. V-SIZE Adjust the vertical size. CLOCK (During RGB and PC input signal) PHASE Eliminate the À ickering and distortion. (During RGB and PC input signal) CLOCK Periodic striped pattern interference (noise) may occur when a striped pattern is displayed.
  • Page 27: Picture Adjustments

    PICTURE Adjustments Press to display the PICTURE menu. Select to adjust each item. Press to select the menu to adjust. Select the desired level by looking at the picture behind the menu. Note: Menu that cannot be adjusted is grayout. Adjustable menu changes depending on signal, input and menu setting.
  • Page 28: Advanced Settings

    PICTURE Adjustments Notes: Item Effect Adjustments • “COLOR” setting can be adjusted for Video input signal. BACKLIGHT Adjusts luminance of the back light. Darker Brighter • You can change the level of each function (BACKLIGHT, PICTURE, BRIGHTNESS, PICTURE Adjusts the proper picture contrast. COLOR, TINT, SHARPNESS) for each Less More...
  • Page 29: Sound Adjustment

    SOUND Adjustment SOUND Press to display the SOUND menu. NORMALIZE NORMAL AUDIO MENU STANDARD Select to adjust each item. BASS Press to select the menu to adjust. TREBLE BALANCE Select the desired level by listening to the sound. SURROUND Press to exit from adjust mode. Item Details STANDARD: Emits the original sound.
  • Page 30: Present Time Setup / Set Up Timer

    PRESENT TIME SETUP / SET UP TIMER The timer can switch the Display ON or OFF. SET UP Before attempting Timer Set, con¿ rm the PRESENT TIME OF DAY and adjust if MULTI DISPLAY SETUP necessary. Then set POWER ON TIME / POWER OFF TIME. SET UP TIMER PRESENT TIME SETUP NETWORK SETUP...
  • Page 31: Set Up Timer

    PRESENT TIME SETUP / SET UP TIMER SET UP TIMER Set the program for turning the power ON/OFF and select the input signal at the speci¿ ed time. Up to 20 programs can be set. [Setting Example] Program 1, Every Monday, 12:00, Power On, Input: VIDEO SET UP TIMER PRESENT TIME OF DAY MON 0 : 03 Set the program number.
  • Page 32: Screensaver (For Preventing Image Retention)

    SCREENSAVER (For preventing image retention) 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. When the screen saver is operating, the following 5 patterns are displayed full screen for 5 seconds each. Black Dark Gray Gray Light Gray White SET UP Press to display the SET UP menu.
  • Page 33: Setup Of Screensaver Time

    SCREENSAVER (For preventing image retention) Setup of SCREENSAVER Time After selecting TIME OF DAY, INTERVAL or STANDBY AFTER SCR SAVER, the relevant Time Setup will become available for selection and the Operating Time may be set. (Time cannot be set when “MODE” is “ON” or “OFF”.) Press to select START TIME / FINISH TIME (When TIME OF SCREENSAVER DAY is selected).
  • Page 34: No Activity Power Off

    NO ACTIVITY POWER OFF Press to select the menu to adjust. SET UP SIGNAL SCREENSAVER INPUT LABEL ECO MODE SETTINGS WOBBLING COMPONENT/RGB-IN SELECT Press to select “ENABLE” or “DISABLE”. NO ACTIVITY POWER OFF DISABLE ENGLISH ( US ) OSD LANGUAGE Press to exit from SET UP.
  • Page 35: Eco Mode Settings

    ECO MODE SETTINGS SET UP ECO MODE SETTINGS SIGNAL select SCREENSAVER ECO MODE CUSTOM INPUT LABEL adjust ECO MODE SETTINGS NO SIGNAL POWER OFF ENABLE WOBBLING PC POWER MANAGEMENT COMPONENT/RGB-IN SELECT DVI-D POWER MANAGEMENT NO ACTIVITY POWER OFF DISABLE POWER SAVE ENGLISH ( US ) OSD LANGUAGE ECO MODE...
  • Page 36: Customizing The Input Labels

    Customizing the Input labels This function can change the label of the Input signal to be displayed. (see page 19) SET UP Press to display the SETUP menu. SIGNAL SCREENSAVER INPUT LABEL Press to select INPUT LABEL. ECO MODE SETTINGS WOBBLING COMPONENT/RGB-IN SELECT Press to display the INPUT LABEL screen.
  • Page 37: Selecting The On-Screen Menu Language

    Selecting the On-Screen Menu Language Press to display the SET UP menu. Press to select OSD LANGUAGE. Press to select your preferred language. Selectable languages English (UK) SET UP Deutsch SIGNAL SCREENSAVER INPUT LABEL Français ECO MODE SETTINGS WOBBLING Italiano COMPONENT/RGB-IN SELECT Español NO ACTIVITY POWER OFF...
  • Page 38: Set Up For Multi Display

    SET UP for MULTI DISPLAY By lining up the Displays in groups, for example, as illustrated below, an enlarged picture may be displayed across all screens. For this mode of operation, each display has to be set up with a Display number to determine its location. (Example) group of 4 (2 ×...
  • Page 39: Id Remote Control Function

    SET UP for MULTI DISPLAY Item Details Select the required arrangement number. (A1-E5 : Refer to the following) Display Number locations for each arrangement. (Examples) ( 2 × 1) ( 2 × 3 ) ( 4 × 2 ) ( 4 × 4 ) ( 5 ×...
  • Page 40: Set Up For Input Signals

    SET UP for Input Signals COMPONENT / RGB IN SELECT Select to match the signals from the source connected to the COMPONENT/RGB IN terminal. Y, P signals “COMPONENT” RGB signals “RGB” SET UP Press to display the SET UP menu. SIGNAL SCREENSAVER INPUT LABEL...
  • Page 41: Signal Menu

    SET UP for Input Signals SIGNAL menu Note: “SIGNAL” setup menu displays a different setting condition for each input signal. SET UP Press to display the SET UP menu. SIGNAL SCREENSAVER INPUT LABEL Press to select the “SIGNAL”. ECO MODE SETTINGS WOBBLING COMPONENT/RGB-IN SELECT NO ACTIVITY POWER OFF...
  • Page 42: Color System

    SET UP for Input Signals COLOR SYSTEM Select SIGNAL from the “SET UP” menu during Video input signal mode. (“SIGNAL [VIDEO]” menu is displayed.) Press to select the “COLOR SYSTEM” . [ VIDEO ] SIGNAL Press to select each function. 3D Y/C FILTER COLOR SYSTEM AUTO...
  • Page 43: Noise Reduction

    SET UP for Input Signals NOISE REDUCTION Press to select “NOISE REDUCTION”. NOISE REDUCTION Press to select “OFF”, “AUTO”, “MIN”, “MID”, “MAX”. AUTO: NOISE REDUCTION will be automatically selected from “MIN”, “MID” or “MAX”. Note: NOISE REDUCTION can be adjusted while a Video or Component signal is being applied. SYNC This function operates only during input from PC IN terminal.
  • Page 44: Input Signal Display

    SET UP for Input Signals Input signal display Displays the frequency and the type of the current input signal. This display is valid only for COMPONENT/RGB/PC and Digital input signal. Display range: H-FREQ. 63.98 Horizontal 30 - 110 kHz V-FREQ. 60.02 Vertical 48 - 120 Hz...
  • Page 45: Network Setup

    Network Setup Make the various settings to use the network function. SET UP DHCP, IP ADDRESS, SUBNET MASK, and GATEWAY settings MULTI DISPLAY SETUP Set DHCP. SET UP TIMER When “OFF” is selected, IP ADDRESS and other settings can be set PRESENT TIME SETUP manually.
  • Page 46: Options Adjustments

    Options Adjustments Options Press to display the SET UP menu. Input Search On screen display Press to select “OSD LANGUAGE”. Initial input Initial VOL level Maximum VOL level Input lock Button lock Remocon User level Press for more than 3 seconds. Options Options Press to select “Options”.
  • Page 47 Options Adjustments Item Adjustments MENU&ENTER Off: All the buttons on main unit can be used. MENU&ENTER: Locks buttons on main unit. MENU On: Locks all the button on main unit except the Power switch. Button lock Sets Button lock with the unit buttons in the following procedure. Off: Press four times Press four times Press...
  • Page 48: Input Search

    Options Adjustments Item Adjustments Whether to show/hide No activity power off Precautions at the time of power ON is set. Power On Message The warning precautions are shown at the time of power ON. (No activity power Off: The warning precautions are not shown at the time of power ON. off) Note: This setting is enabled only if “NO ACTIVITY POWER OFF”...
  • Page 49: Using Network Function

    Network function of the unit can control the unit in the same way as serial control from a network. Supported commands Commands used in the serial control are supported. (see page 16) Note: Consult your local Panasonic dealer for detail instructions on command usage.
  • Page 50: Pjlink™ Protocol

    INFO ? Other information query Returns version number CLSS ? Class information query Returns “1” PJLink™ security authentication Set “Panasonic” for the PJLink™ password. • PJLink™ is a pending trademark in Japan, the United States, and other countries or areas.
  • Page 51: Using Web Browser Control

    The password can be changed on the Password Setup screen after logging in (see page 53). The user name cannot be changed. Under no circumstances, Panasonic Corporation or it's associated companies will ask customers their password directly. Even if you are asked directly, please do not reveal your password.
  • Page 52: Display Control (Basic Control/Option Control Screen)

    Using Web Browser Control TOP screen structure of the Web browser control After logging in, the TOP screen of the Web browser control is displayed. Menu Menu items are displayed. When a button is clicked, setup screen of each item is displayed. Item Details BASIC...
  • Page 53: Network Setting (Network Setup Screen)

    Enter the old password. PASSWORD Enter the new password. PASSWORD Notes: Enter the password entered in “NEW • The default password is “Panasonic”. PASSWORD PASSWORD” for con¿ rmation. • Up to 32 alphanumeric characters can be used for a (RETYPE) password.
  • Page 54: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Before you call for service, determine the symptoms and make a few simple checks as shown below. Symptoms Checks Picture Sound Electrical Appliances Interference Noisy Sound Cars / Motorcycles Fluorescent light Volume Normal Picture No Sound (Check whether the mute function has been activated on the remote control.) Not plugged into AC outlet Not switched on No Picture...
  • Page 55: Applicable Input Signals

    Applicable input signals PC signals Mark: Applicable input signal Horizontal Vertical RGB IN PC IN DVI-D IN Signal name HDMI frequency (kHz) frequency (Hz) (Dot clock(MHz)) (Dot clock (MHz)) (Dot clock (MHz)) * (25.17) 640x400@70Hz 31.46 70.07 * (25.17) 640x480@60Hz 31.47 59.94 * (25.18)
  • Page 56 Applicable input signals Component signals Mark: Applicable input signal Horizontal Vertical COMPONENT IN DVI-D IN Signal name HDMI frequency (kHz) frequency (Hz) (Dot clock (MHz)) (Dot clock (MHz)) 1 525(480)/60i 15.73 59.94 * (13.5) * (27.0) 2 525(480)/60p 31.47 59.94 * (27.0) * (27.0) 3 625(575)/50i...
  • Page 57: Shipping Condition

    Shipping condition This function allows you to reset the unit to the factory setting. SET UP Press to display the SET UP menu. SIGNAL Press to select “OSD LANGUAGE”. SCREENSAVER INPUT LABEL ECO MODE SETTINGS WOBBLING COMPONENT/RGB-IN SELECT Press for more than 3 seconds. NO ACTIVITY POWER OFF DISABLE ENGLISH ( US )
  • Page 58: Speci¿ Cations

    Speci¿ cations TH-70LF50U TH-80LF50U 110 - 127 V AC, 50/60 Hz Power Source Power Consumption Rated Power 260 W 380 W Consumption 0.5 W 0.5 W Stand-by condition 0.3 W 0.3 W Power off condition 70-inch VA panel (LED backlight),...
  • Page 59 <Software Information for This Product> This product has software installed partially licensed under the Free BSD LICENSE. Free BSD LICENSE regulations under the above specifications are as follows: (These regulations are set by the third party; therefore the original (English) regulations are stated.) Copyright ©...
  • Page 60 Warranty Service purposes. Model Number Serial Number ¤ Panasonic Corporation 2012 Panasonic System Communications Company of North America Unit of Panasonic Corporation of North America Executive Of¿ ce : Three Panasonic Way 2F-5, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Panasonic Canada Inc.

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