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- Page 1 Model No. TH-42PF20W TH-50PF20W Operating Instructions High De¿ nition Plasma Display Please read these instructions before operating your set English and retain them for future reference. TQBC2576...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Dear Panasonic Customer Welcome to the Panasonic family of customers. We hope that you will have many years of enjoyment from your new Plasma Display. To obtain maximum benefit from your set, please read these Instructions before making any adjustments, and retain them for future reference. -
Page 3: Important Safety Notice
Important Safety Notice WARNING 1) To prevent damage which may result in ¿ re or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to dripping or splashing. Do not place containers with water (À ower vase, cups, cosmetics, etc.) above the set. (including on shelves above, etc.) No naked À... -
Page 4: Safety Precautions
• If water is spills onto the Plasma Display or foreign objects get inside it, a short-circuit may occur which could result in ¿ re or electric shock. If any foreign objects get inside the Plasma Display, please consult your local Panasonic dealer. - Page 5 If water or foreign objects get inside the Plasma Display, if the Plasma Display is dropped, or if the cabinet becomes damages, disconnect the power supply plug immediately. • A short circuit may occur, which could cause ¿ re. Contact your local Panasonic dealer for any repairs that need to be made.
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Page 6: Cleaning And Maintenance
Safety Precautions CAUTION When using the Plasma Display Do not bring your hands, face or objects close to the ventilation holes of the Plasma Display. • Heated air comes out from the ventilation holes at the top of Plasma Display will be hot. Do not bring your hands or face, or objects which cannot withstand heat, close to this port, otherwise burns or deformation could result. -
Page 7: Accessories
Accessories Accessories Supply Check that you have the accessories and items shown Operating Instruction book Remote Control Batteries for the Remote Transmitter Control Transmitter N2QAYB000432 (R6 Size × 2) Clamper × 3 Power supply cord Ferrite core × 2 TMME289 J0KG00000146 (Set of 2) Use the Ferrite cores to comply with the EMC standard. -
Page 8: Connections
Connections Speaker connection When connecting the speakers, be sure to use only the optional accessory speakers. Refer to the speaker’s Installation Manual for details on speaker installation. Speakers (Optional accessories) Black While pressing the lever, insert the core wire. Speaker terminal (L) Black Return the lever. -
Page 9: Video Equipment Connection
Connections Video equipment connection PC IN: PC Input Terminal SERIAL: Control the Connect to video terminal Plasma of PC or equipment with Display by Y, P ) and P connecting output (see page 11). to PC (see page 12) SLOT: Terminal board (optional accessories) insert slot (see page 4) -
Page 10: Hdmi Connection
Connections HDMI connection [Pin assignments and signal names] Signal name Signal name Pin No. Pin No. T.M.D.S Clock T.M.D.S Data2+ Shield T.M.D.S Data2 T.M.D.S Clock- Shield T.M.D.S Data2- T.M.D.S Data1+ Reserved T.M.D.S Data1 (N.C. on device) Shield HDMI cable T.M.D.S Data1- T.M.D.S Data0+ T.M.D.S Data0 DDC/CEC... -
Page 11: Pc Input Terminals Connection
Connections PC Input Terminals connection (Female) COMPUTER Audio Stereo mini plug (M3) Connect a cable which matches the audio output terminal on the computer. Conversion adapter (if necessary) Mini D-sub 15p PC cable (Male) Notes: • With regard to the typical PC input signals that are described in the applicable input signals list (see page 66), adjustment values such as for the standard picture positions and sizes have already been stored in this unit. -
Page 12: Serial Terminals Connection
Connections SERIAL Terminals connection The SERIAL terminal is used when the Plasma 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”. -
Page 13: Power On / Off
Power On / Off Connecting the AC cord plug to the Plasma Display. Connecting the plug to the Wall Outlet Notes: • Main plug types vary between countries. The power plug shown at right may, therefore, not be the type ¿... - Page 14 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. Note: The screens are not displayed if a tuner board has been equipped when setting up. Also they will not be displayed from the next time the power is turned on after the settings are completed once.
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Page 15: Selecting The Input Signal
Selecting the input signal Press to select the input signal to be played back from the equipment which has been connected to the Plasma Display. Input signals will change as follows: VIDEO COMPONENT* HDMI PC: PC input terminal in PC IN. VIDEO: Video input terminal in AV IN (VIDEO). -
Page 16: Basic Controls
Basic Controls Main Unit Remote control sensor Volume Adjustment Volume Up “+” Down “–” When the menu screen is displayed: “+” : press to move the cursor up “–” : press to move the cursor down (see page 22) Enter / Aspect button (see page 18, 22) INPUT MENU... -
Page 17: Remote Control Transmitter
Basic Controls Remote Control Transmitter OFF TIMER button The Plasma Display can be preset to switch to stand-by after a ¿ xed period. The setting changes ACTION button to 30 minutes, 60 minutes, 90 minutes and 0 Press to make selections. minutes (off timer cancelled) each time the button is pressed. -
Page 18: Aspect Controls
ASPECT Controls The Plasma Display will allow you to enjoy viewing the picture at its maximum size, including wide screen cinema format picture. Note: Be aware that if you put the display in a public place for commercial purposes or a public showing and then use the aspect mode select function to shrink or expand the picture, you may be violating the copyright under copyright law. -
Page 19: Multi Pip
MULTI PIP You can display two pictures, such as a video image and computer image, in a two-screen display. (Use the remote control for this operation. It cannot be performed with the buttons on the main unit.) MULTI PIP Setup Set the functions and mode for two-screen display in “MULTI PIP Setup”... - Page 20 MULTI PIP Transparent Function and Insertion Function: Two functions are available for blend PIP: the transparent function and the insertion function. Set these functions with “Transparency” or “Insert” in “MULTI PIP Setup”. (see page 44) Transparent Function: Insertion Function: Data such as text are displayed transparently on the The sub screen image is divided into transparent and non- background image.
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Page 21: Digital Zoom
Digital Zoom This displays an enlargement of the designated part of the displayed image. Display the operation guide. Exit Press to access Digital Zoom. The operation guide will be displayed. During Digital Zoom, only the following buttons can be operated. [Remote control] OFF TIMER button [Unit]... -
Page 22: On-Screen Menu Displays
On-Screen Menu Displays Remote Control Unit Display the menu screen. Press several times. MENU Each time the MENU button is pressed, the Press to select. menu screen will switch. (Example: Picture menu) Normal Viewing Picture Sound Pos. /Size Setup Select the item. Select. - Page 23 On-Screen Menu Displays Overview Note: Menu that cannot be adjusted is grayout. Adjustable menu changes depending on signal, input and menu setting. Setup Pos. /Size [ AV ] Signal Signal Normalise Normal 3D Y/C Filter (NTSC) Auto Setup Screensaver Auto Colour system H-Pos Extended life settings...
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Page 24: Adjusting Pos. /Size
Adjusting Pos. /Size Press to display the Pos. /Size menu. Pos. /Size Normalise Normal Press to select the menu to adjust. Auto Setup H-Pos H-Size V-Pos V-Size Dot Clock Press to adjust the menu. Clock Phase Clamp Position 1:1 Pixel Mode Note: Unadjustable items are grayed out. - Page 25 Adjusting POS. /SIZE Notes: • If the dot clock frequency is 162 MHz or higher, Dot Clock and Clock Phase cannot be made. • When digital RGB signal input, Dot Clock and Clock Phase cannot be made. • Auto Setup may not work when a cropped or dark image is input. In such case, switch to a bright image with borders and other objects are clearly shown, and then try auto setup again.
- Page 26 Adjusting Pos. /Size Clamp Position (During Component and RGB input signal) Adjusts the clamp position when black parts of the image have no detail due to underexposure or are tinged with green. Optimum value for Clamp Position adjustment When black parts have no detail due to underexposure (blackout) Value that causes least blackout is the optimum.
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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 • “Colour” and “Hue” settings cannot be adjusted Selects the proper brightness for “RGB/PC” input signal. Contrast and density for the room. Less More • You can change the level of each function Adjusts for easier viewing of (Contrast, Brightness, Colour, Hue, Sharpness) Brightness dark pictures such as night... -
Page 29: Picture Pro¿ Les
Picture Pro¿ les Up to 8 combinations of picture adjustment values (in the Picture menu and Advanced settings) can be stored in the display memory as pro¿ les and applied as needed, for a convenient way to enjoy your preferred picture settings. Picture Normalise Normal... -
Page 30: Saving Pro¿ Les
Picture Pro¿ les Saving pro¿ les Follow these steps to save picture adjustment values as pro¿ les. Note: When the settings are locked in “Extended life settings”, pro¿ les cannot be saved. Specify the picture quality in the Picture menu and Enter a name for the pro¿... -
Page 31: Loading Pro¿ Les
Picture Pro¿ les Loading pro¿ les Load pro¿ les and apply the picture adjustment values to the display as follows. Notes: • Loaded pro¿ les are stored in memory according to the selected input terminal. (see page 15) • When the settings are locked in “Extended life settings”, pro¿ les cannot be loaded. In the Picture menu, select “Memory load”. -
Page 32: Sound Adjustment
Sound Adjustment Sound Press to display the Sound menu. Normalise Normal Normal Sound Mode Select to adjust each item. Bass Press to select the menu to adjust. Treble Balance Surround Select the desired level by listening to the sound. Audio Out (PIP) Main Press to exit from adjust mode. -
Page 33: Present Time Setup / Set Up Timer
PRESENT TIME Setup / Set up TIMER The timer can switch the Plasma Display On or Off. Before attempting Timer Set, con¿ rm the PRESENT TIME and adjust if necessary. Then set POWER ON Time / POWER OFF Time. Setup Press to display the Setup menu. -
Page 34: 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. Setup Press to display the Setup menu. Signal Screensaver Extended life settings Press to select Screensaver. -
Page 35: Setup Of Screensaver Time
Screensaver (For preventing image retention) Setup of Screensaver Time After selecting Time Designation, Interval or Standby after SCR Saver, the relevant Time Setup will become available for selection and the Operating Time may be set. (Time cannot be set when “Mode” is “On” or “Off”.) Press to select Start Time / Finish Time Screensaver (when Time Designation is selected). -
Page 36: Reduces Screen Image Retention
Reduces screen image retention Extended life settings The following settings are setup to reduce image retention: Extended life settings Setup Set to the recommended value Express settings Signal Set individually Custom settings Screensaver Reset Reset to the factory settings Extended life settings Input label Component/RGB-in select Extended life settings... - Page 37 Reduces screen image retention NANODRIFT Saver Moves the display position of the screen slightly to reduce image retention on the display panel. Off: NANODRIFT Saver does not operate. Min–Max: NANODRIFT Saver operates. The display position of the screen moves at set time intervals. You can set the screen movement range.
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Page 38: Custom Settings
Reduces screen image retention Custom settings Set the individual “Image Retention Reduction” menu. Select “Custom settings”. When a menu is locked, it is grayed out and cannot select be set. Extended life settings “Picture Mode” and “Contrast” will no longer be able Express settings access to set in the “Picture”... -
Page 39: Reduces Power Consumption
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 13, 16, 17), so standby power of the set is reduced. -
Page 40: Customizing The Input Labels
Customizing the Input labels This function can change the label of the Input signal to be displayed. (see page 15) Setup Press to display the Setup menu. Signal Screensaver Extended life settings Press to select Input label. Input label Component/RGB-in select Press to display the Input label screen. -
Page 41: Selecting The On-Screen Menu Language
Selecting the On-Screen Menu Language Press to display the Setup menu. Press to select the OSD Language. Press to select your preferred language. Selectable languages Setup Signal English(UK) Screensaver Deutsch Extended life settings Français Input label Italiano Component/RGB-in select Español Power save ENGLISH(US) Standby save... -
Page 42: Setup For Multi Display
Setup for MULTI DISPLAY By lining up Plasma Displays in groups, for example, 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. (Example) group of 4 (2 ×... -
Page 43: Id Remote Control Function
Setup for MULTI DISPLAY Item Details Select “Off” or “On”. Equalize the brightness of all the The brightness depends on each displays. display’s setting. AI-Synchronization Notes: • If you set AI-synchronization to On, the following menus will be unavailable and these settings will be ¿... -
Page 44: Multi Pip Setup
MULTI PIP Setup Set the two-screen display function that is activated when is pressed. Setup Press to display the Setup menu. MULTI DISPLAY Setup Press to select the MULTI PIP Setup. MULTI PIP Setup Portrait Setup Set up TIMER MULTI PIP Setup Press to display the “MULTI PIP Setup”... -
Page 45: Set Up For Portrait
Set up for Portrait Divide an input image into 3 parts, and display one of them to a plasma display which is set vertically. The image will be enlarged 3 times and rotated 90-degree. (Example) Notes: • When using the Portrait function with displays set vertically, “Display orientation” in Setup menu has to be set to “Portrait” (see page 41). - Page 46 Set up for Portrait Viewing Area / Location Viewing Area: Set a mode of image division for Portrait function. Location: Set a location of image to be displayed for Portrait function. Press to select Viewing Area or Location. Portrait Setup Press to select each functions.
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Page 47: Setup For Input Signals
Setup for Input Signals Component / RGB-in select Select to match the signals from the source connected to the Component / RGB or PC input terminals. Y, P signals “Component” RGB signals “RGB” Press to display the Setup menu. Setup Signal Screensaver Press to select the “Component / RGB-in select”. -
Page 48: Signal Menu
Setup for Input Signals Signal menu Note: “Signal” setup menu displays a different setting condition for each input signal. Setup Press to display the Setup menu. Signal Screensaver Extended life settings Press to select the “Signal”. Input label Component/RGB-in select Power save Standby save Press to display the Signal menu. -
Page 49: Colour System
Setup for Input Signals Colour system Select Signal from the “Setup” menu during Video (S Video) input signal. (“Signal [AV]” menu is displayed.) Press to select the “Colour system”. [ AV ] Signal Press to select each functions. 3D Y/C Filter (NTSC) Colour system Auto Cinema reality... -
Page 50: Noise Reduction
Setup for Input Signals Noise reduction Sets the following three NR (Noise Reduction) functions together. P-NR, Mosquito NR, Block NR Press to select “Noise reduction”. Noise reduction Press to select “Off”, “Min” , “Mid” , “Max” , “Advanced”. Advanced NR Sets the three NR functions separately. -
Page 51: Sync
Setup for Input Signals Sync This function operates only during input from PC IN terminal. Select Signal from the “Setup” menu during RGB or Component input signal. Press to select the “Sync”. [ RGB ] Signal Press to adjust. Sync Auto Cinema reality XGA Mode... -
Page 52: Network Setup
Network Setup Make the various settings to use the network function. Setup DHCP, IP address, Subnet mask, and Gateway settings MULTI DISPLAY Setup Set DHCP. MULTI PIP Setup When “Off” is selected, IP address and other settings can be set Portrait Setup manually. -
Page 53: Options Adjustments
Options Adjustments Options Press to display the Setup menu. Weekly Command Timer Audio input select Onscreen display Press to select “OSD Language”. Initial input Initial VOL level Maximum VOL level Input lock Button lock Press for more than 3 seconds. Remocon User level Press to select “Options”. - Page 54 Options Adjustments Item Adjustments Locks the input switch operation. SLOT INPUT* VIDEO COMPONENT* HDMI *1 “SLOT INPUT” is displayed when an optional Terminal Board is installed. When a Terminal Board with dual input terminals is installed, “SLOT INPUT A” and “SLOT INPUT B” are displayed.
- Page 55 Options Adjustments Item Adjustments Off: Nullify all the settings adjusted. Studio W/B On: Sets the colour temperature for TV studio. Note: Valid only when the “Warm” is set as “White balance” in Picture menu. Sharpens the contrast for a better view when a part of the image is too light to see. Off: Disables “Studio Gain”.
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Page 56: Weekly Command Timer
Options Adjustments Weekly Command Timer You can set 7-day timer programming by setting time and command. Note: Before setting Weekly Command Timer, set PRESENT TIME Setup. (see page 33) Press to select Function. Options Press to select “On”. Weekly Command Timer Audio input select Note: Onscreen display... - Page 57 Options Adjustments Press to select Command No. Command setting screen Press to select a command number. Weekly Command Timer Program Command No Time 10:30 Command IMS:SL1 Press to select Time / Command. Weekly Command Timer Program Press to set each item. Command No Time: Set the time to execute a command program.
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Page 58: Audio Input Select
Options Adjustments Audio input select Set up the sound when an image input is selected. Options Weekly Command Timer Audio input select Onscreen display Press ACTION ( ) button Audio input select SLOT INPUT SLOT INPUT Press to select image input. VIDEO VIDEO COMPONENT... -
Page 59: 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 12) Note: Consult your local Panasonic dealer for detail instructions on command usage. -
Page 60: Pjlink™ Protocol
Returns “TH-50PF20” (for 50-inch model) INFO? Other information query Returns version number CLSS? Class information query Returns “1” PJLink™ security authentication Set “Panasonic” for the PJLink™ password. • PJLink™ is a pending trademark in Japan, the United States, and other countries or areas. -
Page 61: Using Web Browser Control
The password can be changed on the Password Setup screen after logging in (see page 63). 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 62: 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 63: 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 64: 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 65: List Of Aspect Modes
List of Aspect Modes Aspect mode Description All Aspect: Factory setting Picture Enlarged screen All Aspect: Off The display of the pictures ¿ lls the screen. In the case of SD signals, pictures with a 4:3 aspect ratio are enlarged horizontally, and displayed. This mode is suited to displaying anamorphic pictures with 16:9 16:9... -
Page 66: Applicable Input Signals
Applicable Input Signals Mark: Applicable input signal COMPONENT / Horizontal frequency Vertical frequency DVI-D IN Signal name RGB IN / PC IN HDMI (kHz) (Hz) (Dot clock (MHz)) (Dot clock (MHz)) 525 (480) / 60i 15.73 59.94 * (13.5) * (27.0) 525 (480) / 60p 31.47 59.94... -
Page 67: Shipping Condition
Applicable Input Signals Video input (VIDEO) Horizontal Vertical Signal name frequency(kHz) frequency(Hz) NTSC 15.73 59.94 15.63 50.00 PAL60 15.73 59.94 SECAM 15.63 50.00 Modi¿ ed NTSC 15.73 59.94 Shipping condition This function allows you to reset the unit to the factory setting. Setup Press to display the Setup menu. -
Page 68: Command List Of Weekly Command Timer
Command list of Weekly Command Timer Command Control details AAC:MENCLR Audio Menu (Clear) AAC:MENDYN Audio Menu (Dynamic) AAC:MENSTD Audio Menu (Standard) AAC:SURMON Surround (ON) AAC:SUROFF Surround (OFF) AMT:0 Audio Mute (OFF) AMT:1 Audio Mute (ON) ASO:M Audio out when PIP mode (Main Picture) ASO:S Audio out when PIP mode (Sub Picture) AVL:00... -
Page 69: Speci¿ Cations
Speci¿ cations TH-42PF20W TH-50PF20W Power Source 220 - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz Power Consumption Power on 375 W 445 W Stand-by condition Save off 1.1 W, Save on 0.6 W Save off 1.1 W, Save on 0.6 W Power off condition 0.3 W... - Page 70 Memo...
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- Page 72 Warranty Service purposes. Model Number Serial Number Web Site : http://panasonic.net ¤ Panasonic Corporation 2010 Printed in Japan...