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Before connecting, operating or adjusting this manual for future reference. TH-37PHD8GK TH-37PHD8GS TH-42PHD8GK TH-42PHD8GS TH-37PWD8 The illustration shown is an image. English TQBC2023 Operating Instructions Progressive Wide Plasma Display Model No. Please keep this product, please read these instructions completely. TH-37PWD8GK TH-37PWD8GS TH-42PWD8GK TH-37PWD8 TH-42PWD8GS High Definition Plasma Display Model No.
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this manual for future reference. TH-37PHD8GK TH-37PHD8GS TH-42PHD8GK TH-42PHD8GS TH-37PWD8 The illustration shown is an image. English TQBC2023 Operating Instructions Progressive Wide Plasma Display Model No. Please keep this product, please read these instructions completely. TH-37PWD8GK TH-37PWD8GS TH-42PWD8GK TH-37PWD8 TH-42PWD8GS High Definition Plasma Display Model No.
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... 7 Accessories 8 Accessories Supplied 8 Remote Control Batteries 8 Connections 9 PC Input Terminals connection 10 SERIAL Terminals connection 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 POS. /SIZE 19 MULTI PIP 20 Advanced PIP 21 PICTURE Adjustments 22 ADVANCED SETTINGS 23 SOUND Adjustment 24 MUTE 24 Digital Zoom 25 PRESENT TIME SETUP / SET UP TIMER 26 PRESENT TIME SETUP 26 SET UP TIMER 27 SCREENSAVER...
... 7 Accessories 8 Accessories Supplied 8 Remote Control Batteries 8 Connections 9 PC Input Terminals connection 10 SERIAL Terminals connection 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 POS. /SIZE 19 MULTI PIP 20 Advanced PIP 21 PICTURE Adjustments 22 ADVANCED SETTINGS 23 SOUND Adjustment 24 MUTE 24 Digital Zoom 25 PRESENT TIME SETUP / SET UP TIMER 26 PRESENT TIME SETUP 26 SET UP TIMER 27 SCREENSAVER...
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... receiver. • Connect the equipment into an outlet on the Plasma Display. FCC CAUTION: Pursuant to 47CFR, Part 15.21 of North America could cause harmful interference and would void the user's authority to operate this can cause permanent after-image to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses...
... receiver. • Connect the equipment into an outlet on the Plasma Display. FCC CAUTION: Pursuant to 47CFR, Part 15.21 of North America could cause harmful interference and would void the user's authority to operate this can cause permanent after-image to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses...
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... cables attached might damage the insulation and cause fire. Examples of still pictures include logos, video games, computer images, teletext and images displayed in a place away from direct or reflected light from the wall outlet as this can result if this is not done. Disconnect the power plug from your hands, face or objects close . only) Always be displayed for use...
... cables attached might damage the insulation and cause fire. Examples of still pictures include logos, video games, computer images, teletext and images displayed in a place away from direct or reflected light from the wall outlet as this can result if this is not done. Disconnect the power plug from your hands, face or objects close . only) Always be displayed for use...
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...bend, twist or forcefully pull the power cable. AC Power Supply Cord The Plasma Display is loose, they should not be made from the wall outlet. Securely insert the power cord plug as far as no picture or no sound), or if smoke or an abnormal ...time, unplug the power cord from rubber or PVC. 7 Contact an Authorized Service Center for a long period of the surface may cause the Plasma Display to overheat, which can cause fire or damage to the unit. Maintenance The front of the Plasma Display. Do not handle the power cord plug with articles made . If problems occur during use...
...bend, twist or forcefully pull the power cable. AC Power Supply Cord The Plasma Display is loose, they should not be made from the wall outlet. Securely insert the power cord plug as far as no picture or no sound), or if smoke or an abnormal ...time, unplug the power cord from rubber or PVC. 7 Contact an Authorized Service Center for a long period of the surface may cause the Plasma Display to overheat, which can cause fire or damage to the unit. Maintenance The front of the Plasma Display. Do not handle the power cord plug with articles made . If problems occur during use...
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...-friendly manner. Precaution on battery use new batteries when replacing the old set. 2. Batteries should be replaced as shown in reverse until the lock snaps. Accessories Accessories Supplied Check that will damage the remote control transmitter. Helpful Hint: For frequent remote control users, replace old batteries with Alkaline batteries for the Remote Control Transmitter (2 × AA Size) Fixing bands × 2 AC cord Remote Control Batteries Requires two AA batteries...
...-friendly manner. Precaution on battery use new batteries when replacing the old set. 2. Batteries should be replaced as shown in reverse until the lock snaps. Accessories Accessories Supplied Check that will damage the remote control transmitter. Helpful Hint: For frequent remote control users, replace old batteries with Alkaline batteries for the Remote Control Transmitter (2 × AA Size) Fixing bands × 2 AC cord Remote Control Batteries Requires two AA batteries...
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.... Refer to the Plasma Display. • The computer shown is sent by a computer. Command Command PON POF AVL AMT IMS DAM Parameter None None ** 0 1 None SL1 SL2 SL3 PC1 None NORM ZOOM FULL JUST SELF Control details Power ON Power OFF Volume 00 - 63 Audio MUTE OFF Audio MUTE ON Input select (toggle) Slot1 input Slot2 input Slot3 input PC input Screen mode select (toggle...
.... Refer to the Plasma Display. • The computer shown is sent by a computer. Command Command PON POF AVL AMT IMS DAM Parameter None None ** 0 1 None SL1 SL2 SL3 PC1 None NORM ZOOM FULL JUST SELF Control details Power ON Power OFF Volume 00 - 63 Audio MUTE OFF Audio MUTE ON Input select (toggle) Slot1 input Slot2 input Slot3 input PC input Screen mode select (toggle...
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... the power management function, the power indicator turns orange in standby mode. Power Indicator: Green Turn the power to turn the Plasma Display off. Power Indicator: Red (standby) Press the button on the remote control to the Plasma Display off state. 12 Power ON / OFF Connecting the AC cord plug to the Plasma Display with the clamper. (see page 13) Select the desired language using the or button and press the ACTION ( ) button. Fix the AC cord plug securely to the Plasma Display. OSD...
... the power management function, the power indicator turns orange in standby mode. Power Indicator: Green Turn the power to turn the Plasma Display off. Power Indicator: Red (standby) Press the button on the remote control to the Plasma Display off state. 12 Power ON / OFF Connecting the AC cord plug to the Plasma Display with the clamper. (see page 13) Select the desired language using the or button and press the ACTION ( ) button. Fix the AC cord plug securely to the Plasma Display. OSD...
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...) SET UP 1/2 SIGNAL COMPONENT/RGB-IN SELECT RGB INPUT LABEL PC POWER SAVE OFF STANDBY SAVE OFF POWER MANAGEMENT OFF AUTO POWER OFF OSD LANGUAGE OFF ENGLISH (US) 13 Press to the Plasma Display. Initial selections Selecting the input signal Select the input signals to be connected by pressing the INPUT button on the unit. • Input terminal will not be selected for the main picture and sub picture. Press...
...) SET UP 1/2 SIGNAL COMPONENT/RGB-IN SELECT RGB INPUT LABEL PC POWER SAVE OFF STANDBY SAVE OFF POWER MANAGEMENT OFF AUTO POWER OFF OSD LANGUAGE OFF ENGLISH (US) 13 Press to the Plasma Display. Initial selections Selecting the input signal Select the input signals to be connected by pressing the INPUT button on the unit. • Input terminal will not be selected for the main picture and sub picture. Press...
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... "-": press to adjust the aspect. (see page 18) MULTI Window buttons (see page 16) INPUT MENU -/ VOL +/ ENTER/ Enter / Aspect button This button is locked by initial setting. Note: The surround settings are enormous. Red • Power-ON ...... just as the power cord is locked by initial setting. (see page 16, 18) Main Power On / Off Switch Power Indicator The Power Indicator will switch. (see page 16) Normal Viewing PICTURE SETUP SOUND POS. /SIZE INPUT button (INPUT1...
... "-": press to adjust the aspect. (see page 18) MULTI Window buttons (see page 16) INPUT MENU -/ VOL +/ ENTER/ Enter / Aspect button This button is locked by initial setting. Note: The surround settings are enormous. Red • Power-ON ...... just as the power cord is locked by initial setting. (see page 16, 18) Main Power On / Off Switch Power Indicator The Power Indicator will switch. (see page 16) Normal Viewing PICTURE SETUP SOUND POS. /SIZE INPUT button (INPUT1...
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... menu screen. Volume Adjustment Press the Volume Up "+" or Down "-" button to turn the Plasma Display Off to each time the button is used to switch directly to 30 minutes, 60 minutes, 90 minutes and 0 minutes (off timer cancelled) each Board's Operating Instruction for an extended period. PC NORMAL OFF TIMER 90 1 1 Input label 2 2 Aspect mode (see page 25) Press to access Digital Zoom. OFF TIMER button The Plasma Display can be plugged into the wall...
... menu screen. Volume Adjustment Press the Volume Up "+" or Down "-" button to turn the Plasma Display Off to each time the button is used to switch directly to 30 minutes, 60 minutes, 90 minutes and 0 minutes (off timer cancelled) each Board's Operating Instruction for an extended period. PC NORMAL OFF TIMER 90 1 1 Input label 2 2 Aspect mode (see page 25) Press to access Digital Zoom. OFF TIMER button The Plasma Display can be plugged into the wall...
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..., 37) SIGNAL [ Digital ] 3D Y/C FILTER (NTSC) COLOR SYSTEM 3 : 2 PULLDOWN Panasonic AUTO (4 : 3) VIDEO NR ON AUTO OFF NORMAL OFF 3 : 2 PULLDOWN OFF VIDEO NR OFF SYNC 3 : 2 PULLDOWN VIDEO NR H-FREQ. 33.8 V-FREQ. 60.0 AUTO OFF OFF kHz Hz 3 : 2 PULLDOWN VIDEO NR H-FREQ. 33.8 V-FREQ. 60.0 OFF OFF kHz Hz Note: "SIGNAL" setup menu displays a different setting condition for each adjust screen. [ from the unit ] INPUT MENU -/ VOL +/ ENTER/ Press to return to next menu screen. SET UP TIMER...
..., 37) SIGNAL [ Digital ] 3D Y/C FILTER (NTSC) COLOR SYSTEM 3 : 2 PULLDOWN Panasonic AUTO (4 : 3) VIDEO NR ON AUTO OFF NORMAL OFF 3 : 2 PULLDOWN OFF VIDEO NR OFF SYNC 3 : 2 PULLDOWN VIDEO NR H-FREQ. 33.8 V-FREQ. 60.0 AUTO OFF OFF kHz Hz 3 : 2 PULLDOWN VIDEO NR H-FREQ. 33.8 V-FREQ. 60.0 OFF OFF kHz Hz Note: "SIGNAL" setup menu displays a different setting condition for each adjust screen. [ from the unit ] INPUT MENU -/ VOL +/ ENTER/ Press to return to next menu screen. SET UP TIMER...
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...: NORMAL ZOOM FULL Panasonic AUTO JUST INPUT MENU -/ VOL +/ ENTER/ The aspect mode changes each input terminal. ASPECT Controls The Plasma Display will allow the picture to be set to "FULL" mode, and switching is not possible. • Panasonic AUTO can cause a permanent after-image to remain on the Plasma Display Panel. 18 When exiting the mode, the screen will depend on the picture source), allowing you to enjoy viewing the picture at the left and...
...: NORMAL ZOOM FULL Panasonic AUTO JUST INPUT MENU -/ VOL +/ ENTER/ The aspect mode changes each input terminal. ASPECT Controls The Plasma Display will allow the picture to be set to "FULL" mode, and switching is not possible. • Panasonic AUTO can cause a permanent after-image to remain on the Plasma Display Panel. 18 When exiting the mode, the screen will depend on the picture source), allowing you to enjoy viewing the picture at the left and...
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... TIMER or PRESENT TIME SETUP. PRESENT TIME SETUP / SET UP TIMER The timer can switch the Plasma Display ON or OFF. Before attempting Timer Set, confirm the PRESENT TIME OF DAY and adjust if necessary. SET UP 1/2 SIGNAL COMPONENT/RGB-IN SELECT RGB INPUT LABEL PC POWER SAVE OFF STANDBY SAVE OFF Press to select PRESENT TIME OF DAY. To set POWER ON TIME / POWER OFF TIME. 1 Press to display the SET UP menu. 2 Press to store PRESENT TIME SETUP...
... TIMER or PRESENT TIME SETUP. PRESENT TIME SETUP / SET UP TIMER The timer can switch the Plasma Display ON or OFF. Before attempting Timer Set, confirm the PRESENT TIME OF DAY and adjust if necessary. SET UP 1/2 SIGNAL COMPONENT/RGB-IN SELECT RGB INPUT LABEL PC POWER SAVE OFF STANDBY SAVE OFF Press to select PRESENT TIME OF DAY. To set POWER ON TIME / POWER OFF TIME. 1 Press to display the SET UP menu. 2 Press to store PRESENT TIME SETUP...
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... adjust mode. SET UP 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 (US) 3D Y/C FILTER - Note: Selection may not be possible, depending on which optional board is displayed.) SET UP 1/2 1 Press to set ON / OFF. SIGNAL [ VIDEO ] Note: When ON, this setting only affects NTSC input signals. 3D Y/C FILTER (NTSC) COLOR SYSTEM 3 : 2 PULLDOWN Panasonic AUTO (4 : 3) VIDEO...
... adjust mode. SET UP 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 (US) 3D Y/C FILTER - Note: Selection may not be possible, depending on which optional board is displayed.) SET UP 1/2 1 Press to set ON / OFF. SIGNAL [ VIDEO ] Note: When ON, this setting only affects NTSC input signals. 3D Y/C FILTER (NTSC) COLOR SYSTEM 3 : 2 PULLDOWN Panasonic AUTO (4 : 3) VIDEO...
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...: 0) Press or button to each board's operating instruction for DVI, SDI, HDMI's corresponding signals. Options Adjustments Options Off-timer function Onscreen display Initial INPUT Initial VOL level Maximum VOL level INPUT lock Studio W/B Advanced PIP Display size Options Button lock Remocon User level ID select Remote ID Serial ID Slot power V. Press or button to switch between modes. Off On Sets the panel ID Control. On Sets the image display size approximately 95 % of the normal image display. On Enable ID remote control functions. lnstallation...
...: 0) Press or button to each board's operating instruction for DVI, SDI, HDMI's corresponding signals. Options Adjustments Options Off-timer function Onscreen display Initial INPUT Initial VOL level Maximum VOL level INPUT lock Studio W/B Advanced PIP Display size Options Button lock Remocon User level ID select Remote ID Serial ID Slot power V. Press or button to switch between modes. Off On Sets the panel ID Control. On Sets the image display size approximately 95 % of the normal image display. On Enable ID remote control functions. lnstallation...
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... viewing the side panels at the top and bottom of the screen. Symptoms Picture Sound Interference Noisy Sound Normal Picture No Sound No Picture No Sound No Picture Normal Sound Checks Electrical Appliances Cars / Motorcycles Fluorescent light Volume (Check whether the mute function has been activated on the remote control.) Not plugged into AC outlet Not switched on the type of the screen do not light up. The plasma display panel is manufactured using a video software program...
... viewing the side panels at the top and bottom of the screen. Symptoms Picture Sound Interference Noisy Sound Normal Picture No Sound No Picture No Sound No Picture Normal Sound Checks Electrical Appliances Cars / Motorcycles Fluorescent light Volume (Check whether the mute function has been activated on the remote control.) Not plugged into AC outlet Not switched on the type of the screen do not light up. The plasma display panel is manufactured using a video software program...
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... Vertical scanning frequency 48 - 120 Hz Connection terminals PC (HIGH-DENSITY Mini-D-SUB 15PIN) R,G,B/0.7 Vp-p (75-ohm) Component Y : 1.0 Vp-p (75-ohm : include sync) PB/CB : 0.7 Vp-p (75-ohm) PR/CR : 0.7 Vp-p (75-ohm) HD, VD/1.0 - 5.0 Vp-p (high impedance) AUDIO IN (M3 JACK) 0.5 Vrms (high impedance) SERIAL EXTERNAL CONTROL TERMINAL (D-SUB 9PIN) RS-232C COMPATIBLE SPEAKERS (6 Ω) 16W [8 W + 8 W] (10 % THD) Accessories Supplied Remote Control...
... Vertical scanning frequency 48 - 120 Hz Connection terminals PC (HIGH-DENSITY Mini-D-SUB 15PIN) R,G,B/0.7 Vp-p (75-ohm) Component Y : 1.0 Vp-p (75-ohm : include sync) PB/CB : 0.7 Vp-p (75-ohm) PR/CR : 0.7 Vp-p (75-ohm) HD, VD/1.0 - 5.0 Vp-p (high impedance) AUDIO IN (M3 JACK) 0.5 Vrms (high impedance) SERIAL EXTERNAL CONTROL TERMINAL (D-SUB 9PIN) RS-232C COMPATIBLE SPEAKERS (6 Ω) 16W [8 W + 8 W] (10 % THD) Accessories Supplied Remote Control...
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... Vertical scanning frequency 48 - 120 Hz Connection terminals PC (HIGH-DENSITY Mini-D-SUB 15PIN) R,G,B/0.7 Vp-p (75-ohm) Component Y : 1.0 Vp-p (75-ohm : include sync) PB/CB : 0.7 Vp-p (75-ohm) PR/CR : 0.7 Vp-p (75-ohm) HD, VD/1.0 - 5.0 Vp-p (high impedance) AUDIO IN (M3 JACK) 0.5 Vrms (high impedance) SERIAL EXTERNAL CONTROL TERMINAL (D-SUB 9PIN) RS-232C COMPATIBLE SPEAKERS (6 Ω) 16W [8 W + 8 W] (10 % THD) Accessories Supplied Remote Control...
... Vertical scanning frequency 48 - 120 Hz Connection terminals PC (HIGH-DENSITY Mini-D-SUB 15PIN) R,G,B/0.7 Vp-p (75-ohm) Component Y : 1.0 Vp-p (75-ohm : include sync) PB/CB : 0.7 Vp-p (75-ohm) PR/CR : 0.7 Vp-p (75-ohm) HD, VD/1.0 - 5.0 Vp-p (high impedance) AUDIO IN (M3 JACK) 0.5 Vrms (high impedance) SERIAL EXTERNAL CONTROL TERMINAL (D-SUB 9PIN) RS-232C COMPATIBLE SPEAKERS (6 Ω) 16W [8 W + 8 W] (10 % THD) Accessories Supplied Remote Control...
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..., or failures which vary from faulty installation, set-up adjustments, improper antenna, inadequate signal pickup, maladjustment of user controls, improper operation, power line surge, improper voltage supply, lighting damage, or service by calling 787-750-5135 This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser and is attributable to acts of God. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may nor...
..., or failures which vary from faulty installation, set-up adjustments, improper antenna, inadequate signal pickup, maladjustment of user controls, improper operation, power line surge, improper voltage supply, lighting damage, or service by calling 787-750-5135 This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser and is attributable to acts of God. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may nor...