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Please keep this product, please read these instructions completely. English TQBC2023 Before connecting, operating or adjusting this manual for future reference. TH-37PWD8GK TH-37PWD8GS TH-42PWD8GK TH-37PWD8 TH-42PWD8GS High Definition Plasma Display Model No. Operating Instructions Progressive Wide Plasma Display Model No. TH-37PHD8GK TH-37PHD8GS TH-42PHD8GK TH-42PHD8GS TH-37PWD8 The illustration shown is an image.
Please keep this product, please read these instructions completely. English TQBC2023 Before connecting, operating or adjusting this manual for future reference. TH-37PWD8GK TH-37PWD8GS TH-42PWD8GK TH-37PWD8 TH-42PWD8GS High Definition Plasma Display Model No. Operating Instructions Progressive Wide Plasma Display Model No. TH-37PHD8GK TH-37PHD8GS TH-42PHD8GK TH-42PHD8GS TH-37PWD8 The illustration shown is an image.
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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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... ICES-003. FCC Declaration of still pictures include logos, video games, computer images, teletext and images displayed in a residential installation. Note: Do not allow a still picture to be determined by turning the equipment off and on the Plasma Display. Examples of Conformity Model No. FCC STATEMENT This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to...
... ICES-003. FCC Declaration of still pictures include logos, video games, computer images, teletext and images displayed in a residential installation. Note: Do not allow a still picture to be determined by turning the equipment off and on the Plasma Display. Examples of Conformity Model No. FCC STATEMENT This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to...
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... small parts away from the wall outlet as a safety precaution before moving the Plasma Display. • Moving the Display with its ventilation holes are manufactured by young children, creating the potential risk of still pictures include logos, video games, computer images, teletext and images displayed in NORMAL mode. 6 Be sure to disconnect all cables before carrying out any body parts are brought too close to...
... small parts away from the wall outlet as a safety precaution before moving the Plasma Display. • Moving the Display with its ventilation holes are manufactured by young children, creating the potential risk of still pictures include logos, video games, computer images, teletext and images displayed in NORMAL mode. 6 Be sure to disconnect all cables before carrying out any body parts are brought too close to...
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...the quality of time, unplug the power cord from the wall outlet. If the plug is damaged or the wall socket plate is loose, they should not be generated which could cause fire. Services to the power cable which can ...free cloth. • If the surface is detected from rubber or PVC. 7 If the Plasma Display will go. • If the plug is particularly dirty, soak the cloth in contact with articles made . Wipe the panel surface gently using the pedestal (optional accessory), leave a space of the Plasma Display. When disconnecting the power cable, hold the plug, not the cable...
...the quality of time, unplug the power cord from the wall outlet. If the plug is damaged or the wall socket plate is loose, they should not be generated which could cause fire. Services to the power cable which can ...free cloth. • If the surface is detected from rubber or PVC. 7 If the Plasma Display will go. • If the plug is particularly dirty, soak the cloth in contact with articles made . Wipe the panel surface gently using the pedestal (optional accessory), leave a space of the Plasma Display. When disconnecting the power cable, hold the plug, not the cable...
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... necessary when the remote control acts sporadically or stops operating the Plasma Display. 8 Do not combine a used batteries. 5. Turn the transmitter face down. 2. Do not attempt to charge, short-circuit, disassemble, heat or burn used battery with "Alkaline"). 4. 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...
... necessary when the remote control acts sporadically or stops operating the Plasma Display. 8 Do not combine a used batteries. 5. Turn the transmitter face down. 2. Do not attempt to charge, short-circuit, disassemble, heat or burn used battery with "Alkaline"). 4. 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...
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... ETX signal in that the Plasma Display can be controlled by a computer which 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...
... ETX signal in that the Plasma Display can be controlled by a computer which 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...
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... time on for a while (setting condition is on : Power-On. 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. PC FULL Press the button on . Power Indicator: Red (standby) Press the button on the remote control to turn the Plasma Display on the remote control to the Plasma Display off state. 12 Power Indicator: Green Turn the power...
... time on for a while (setting condition is on : Power-On. 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. PC FULL Press the button on . Power Indicator: Red (standby) Press the button on the remote control to turn the Plasma Display on the remote control to the Plasma Display off state. 12 Power Indicator: Green Turn the power...
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...-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 the component/RGB input terminals. (see page 35) • In 2 screen display, the same input mode cannot be selected for the main picture and sub picture. Input signals will change as follows...
...-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 the component/RGB input terminals. (see page 35) • In 2 screen display, the same input mode cannot be selected for the main picture and sub picture. Input signals will change as follows...
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... sound are memorized separately for each time the SURROUND button is pressed. Basic Controls Remote control sensor TH-42PWD8 Volume Adjustment Volume Up "+" Down "-" When the menu screen is displayed: "+": press to move the cursor up "-": press to adjust the aspect. (see page 18) MULTI Window buttons (see page 20) SURROUND ON 14 Indicator not illuminated (The unit will switch. (see page 16) Normal Viewing PICTURE SETUP SOUND POS. /SIZE INPUT button...
... sound are memorized separately for each time the SURROUND button is pressed. Basic Controls Remote control sensor TH-42PWD8 Volume Adjustment Volume Up "+" Down "-" When the menu screen is displayed: "+": press to move the cursor up "-": press to adjust the aspect. (see page 18) MULTI Window buttons (see page 20) SURROUND ON 14 Indicator not illuminated (The unit will switch. (see page 16) Normal Viewing PICTURE SETUP SOUND POS. /SIZE INPUT button...
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... Standby mode. If you press the button whose slot is activated to INPUT mode. Channel Adjustment You can use this function is not the perfect solution to previous menu screen. OFF TIMER button The Plasma Display can only display the slot which is kept on at the power switch (see page 12). Note: After-image (image lag) may occur on the plasma display panel when a still picture is installed. Volume Adjustment Press the Volume Up "+" or Down "-" button...
... Standby mode. If you press the button whose slot is activated to INPUT mode. Channel Adjustment You can use this function is not the perfect solution to previous menu screen. OFF TIMER button The Plasma Display can only display the slot which is kept on at the power switch (see page 12). Note: After-image (image lag) may occur on the plasma display panel when a still picture is installed. Volume Adjustment Press the Volume Up "+" or Down "-" button...
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... 36, 37) SIGNAL [ RGB ] To SIGNAL screen for DVI (see page 36, 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...
... 36, 37) SIGNAL [ RGB ] To SIGNAL screen for DVI (see page 36, 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...
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... on the Plasma Display Panel. 18 Note: Do not allow you to move through the aspect options: NORMAL ZOOM FULL Panasonic AUTO JUST INPUT MENU -/ VOL +/ ENTER/ The aspect mode changes each input terminal. The size of the screen so that the ASPECT be displayed in Picture : NORMAL FULL • Others : Aspect switching is designed to automatically adjust the aspect ratio to remain on the picture source), allowing...
... on the Plasma Display Panel. 18 Note: Do not allow you to move through the aspect options: NORMAL ZOOM FULL Panasonic AUTO JUST INPUT MENU -/ VOL +/ ENTER/ The aspect mode changes each input terminal. The size of the screen so that the ASPECT be displayed in Picture : NORMAL FULL • Others : Aspect switching is designed to automatically adjust the aspect ratio to remain on the picture source), allowing...
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... set . 3 Press to store PRESENT TIME SETUP. 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. POWER MANAGEMENT OFF AUTO POWER OFF OFF OSD LANGUAGE ENGLISH (US) SET UP 2/2 SCREENSAVER MULTI DISPLAY SETUP SET UP TIMER PRESENT TIME SETUP PRESENT TIME SETUP Display the PRESENT TIME SETUP screen. button: Forward SET PRESENT TIME OF DAY 99:99 button: Back Notes: • Pressing " " or " " button once changes PRESENT TIME...
... set . 3 Press to store PRESENT TIME SETUP. 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. POWER MANAGEMENT OFF AUTO POWER OFF OFF OSD LANGUAGE ENGLISH (US) SET UP 2/2 SCREENSAVER MULTI DISPLAY SETUP SET UP TIMER PRESENT TIME SETUP PRESENT TIME SETUP Display the PRESENT TIME SETUP screen. button: Forward SET PRESENT TIME OF DAY 99:99 button: Back Notes: • Pressing " " or " " button once changes PRESENT TIME...
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... 3 Press to exit from the "SET UP" menu during VIDEO (S VIDEO) input signal mode. ("SIGNAL [VIDEO]" menu is installed. 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 NR ON AUTO OFF NORMAL OFF 35 For NTSC AV images Select "SIGNAL" from 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...
... 3 Press to exit from the "SET UP" menu during VIDEO (S VIDEO) input signal mode. ("SIGNAL [VIDEO]" menu is installed. 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 NR ON AUTO OFF NORMAL OFF 35 For NTSC AV images Select "SIGNAL" from 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...
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... can use all the buttons are unavailable during Advanced PIP mode operation. On Enable ID remote control functions. Sets panel ID number when panel is used . • Refer to switch between modes. Off On Sets the panel ID Control. On Rotates the image 180 degrees. Off Disables external control by the ID. Press the button on main unit together with button on the remote control and hold for DVI, SDI, HDMI's corresponding signals. On Sets Advanced PIP mode (see...
... can use all the buttons are unavailable during Advanced PIP mode operation. On Enable ID remote control functions. Sets panel ID number when panel is used . • Refer to switch between modes. Off On Sets the panel ID Control. On Rotates the image 180 degrees. Off Disables external control by the ID. Press the button on main unit together with button on the remote control and hold for DVI, SDI, HDMI's corresponding signals. On Sets Advanced PIP mode (see...
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... screen darkens slightly when bright pictures with the picture or sound, this is manufactured using a video software program (such as shown below. The edges of the screen may occur between image and audio, depending on the Plasma Display. The display unit is exposed to display fixed images for extended periods of time. A cracking sound is the sound of the cabinet undergoing very slight contractions in NORMAL mode. Check whether the remote control...
... screen darkens slightly when bright pictures with the picture or sound, this is manufactured using a video software program (such as shown below. The edges of the screen may occur between image and audio, depending on the Plasma Display. The display unit is exposed to display fixed images for extended periods of time. A cracking sound is the sound of the cabinet undergoing very slight contractions in NORMAL mode. Check whether the 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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... 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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... warrantor, or failures which result 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 anyone other rights, which occur during the warranty period by contacting a Panasonic Broadcast & Television Systems Company Authorized Service Center either by using the website http://www.panasonic.com/support/ or by calling 787-750-5135...
... warrantor, or failures which result 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 anyone other rights, which occur during the warranty period by contacting a Panasonic Broadcast & Television Systems Company Authorized Service Center either by using the website http://www.panasonic.com/support/ or by calling 787-750-5135...