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SPTOAWNEDRBYON INPUT MENU - POWER / R G - Please keep this product, please read these instructions completely. TH-42PHD6 TH-50PHD6 Before connecting, operating or adjusting this manual for future reference. English TQBC0570 VOL + ENTER ® Operating Instructions PLASMA DISPLAY Progressive Wide Plasma Display Model No. TH-37PWD6 TH-42PWD6 High Definition Plasma Display Model No.
SPTOAWNEDRBYON INPUT MENU - POWER / R G - Please keep this product, please read these instructions completely. TH-42PHD6 TH-50PHD6 Before connecting, operating or adjusting this manual for future reference. English TQBC0570 VOL + ENTER ® Operating Instructions PLASMA DISPLAY Progressive Wide Plasma Display Model No. TH-37PWD6 TH-42PWD6 High Definition Plasma Display Model No.
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... 3:2 PULLDOWN 34 SYNC 35 H-FREQ. (kHz)/V-FREQ. (Hz 35 Troubleshooting 36 VIDEO/COMPONENT/RGB/PC input signals 37 Specifications 38 4 Dear Panasonic Customer Welcome to set in the space provided on the rear cover of these Instructions before making any adjustments, and retain them for future reference...you will have many years of enjoyment from your set the Display location number for each Plasma Display 32 SET UP for MULTI DISPLAY 31 How to setup MULTI DISPLAY 31 How to the Panasonic family of SCREENSAVER Time 27 Reduces screen after-image 27 SIDE BAR ADJUST 28 Digital Zoom...
... 3:2 PULLDOWN 34 SYNC 35 H-FREQ. (kHz)/V-FREQ. (Hz 35 Troubleshooting 36 VIDEO/COMPONENT/RGB/PC input signals 37 Specifications 38 4 Dear Panasonic Customer Welcome to set in the space provided on the rear cover of these Instructions before making any adjustments, and retain them for future reference...you will have many years of enjoyment from your set the Display location number for each Plasma Display 32 SET UP for MULTI DISPLAY 31 How to setup MULTI DISPLAY 31 How to the Panasonic family of SCREENSAVER Time 27 Reduces screen after-image 27 SIDE BAR ADJUST 28 Digital Zoom...
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... the interference at least 40 cm of America could cause harmful interference and would void the user's authority to operate this Plasma Display to video equipment. (see page 10, 11) FCC CAUTION: To assure continued compliance and possible undesirable interference, the...or modifications to this monitor not expressly approved by Matsushita Electric Corporation of spacing from other peripheral devices. Refer to instructions on the Plasma Display. Trademark Credits • VGA is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. • Macintosh is a registered trademark of ...
... the interference at least 40 cm of America could cause harmful interference and would void the user's authority to operate this Plasma Display to video equipment. (see page 10, 11) FCC CAUTION: To assure continued compliance and possible undesirable interference, the...or modifications to this monitor not expressly approved by Matsushita Electric Corporation of spacing from other peripheral devices. Refer to instructions on the Plasma Display. Trademark Credits • VGA is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. • Macintosh is a registered trademark of ...
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... more at the bottom, and 2 3/4" (7 cm) or more at an Authorized Service Center. If water or foreign objects get inside the Plasma Display, if the Plasma Display is detected from this product near hot objects, heat, bend, twist or forcefully pull the power cable. When disconnecting the power cable, ... may occur which could cause fire. Services to the Display by any modifications, place heavy objects on sloped or unstable surfaces. • The Plasma Display may cause electric shocks. If using the pedestal (optional accessory), leave a space of 3 15/16" (10 cm) or more at...
... more at the bottom, and 2 3/4" (7 cm) or more at an Authorized Service Center. If water or foreign objects get inside the Plasma Display, if the Plasma Display is detected from this product near hot objects, heat, bend, twist or forcefully pull the power cable. When disconnecting the power cable, ... may occur which could cause fire. Services to the Display by any modifications, place heavy objects on sloped or unstable surfaces. • The Plasma Display may cause electric shocks. If using the pedestal (optional accessory), leave a space of 3 15/16" (10 cm) or more at...
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... Install your infrared sensor in a place away from direct or reflected light from the wall outlet as a safety precaution before moving the Plasma Display. • Moving the Display with volatile substances such as insect sprays, solvents and thinner, otherwise the quality of the cabinet surface... it may affect other infrared communication equipment. Unplug the cord from rubber or PVC. Furthermore, do not leave it with the surface of the Plasma Display. When using only a cleaning cloth or a soft, lint-free cloth. • If the surface is particularly dirty, soak a soft...
... Install your infrared sensor in a place away from direct or reflected light from the wall outlet as a safety precaution before moving the Plasma Display. • Moving the Display with volatile substances such as insect sprays, solvents and thinner, otherwise the quality of the cabinet surface... it may affect other infrared communication equipment. Unplug the cord from rubber or PVC. Furthermore, do not leave it with the surface of the Plasma Display. When using only a cleaning cloth or a soft, lint-free cloth. • If the surface is particularly dirty, soak a soft...
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...match the markings in reverse until the lock snaps. Battery replacement is necessary when the remote control acts sporadically or stops operating the Plasma Display. 8 Two "AA" size Helpful Hint: For frequent remote control users, replace old batteries with Alkaline batteries for the Remote... EUR646529 INPUT SURROUND VOL N R PICTURE SOUND SET UP MULTI ZOOM PIP SWAP SELECT MOVE PICTURE POS. /SIZE ASPECT PC OFF TIMER PLASMA DISPLAY Batteries for longer life. Replace the cover and slide in the compartment.) 3. Do not combine a used batteries. 5. Observe the...
...match the markings in reverse until the lock snaps. Battery replacement is necessary when the remote control acts sporadically or stops operating the Plasma Display. 8 Two "AA" size Helpful Hint: For frequent remote control users, replace old batteries with Alkaline batteries for the Remote... EUR646529 INPUT SURROUND VOL N R PICTURE SOUND SET UP MULTI ZOOM PIP SWAP SELECT MOVE PICTURE POS. /SIZE ASPECT PC OFF TIMER PLASMA DISPLAY Batteries for longer life. Replace the cover and slide in the compartment.) 3. Do not combine a used batteries. 5. Observe the...
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... Notes: (1) If multiple commands are transmitted, be sent. DAM None NORM ZOOM FULL JUST SELF Screen mode select (toggle) NORMAL (4:3) ZOOM FULL JUST Panasonic AUTO With the power off, this set. COMPUTER Ferrite core RS-232C (large size) Straight cable (supplied) SERIAL 6789 12345 Pin layout for the first... for RS-232C D-sub 9p Less than 3" 15/16 (10 cm) Notes: (1) Use the RS-232C cable to connect the computer to the Plasma Display. (2) The computer shown is connected to PON command only. 11 Connections SERIAL Terminals connection The SERIAL terminal is used when the...
... Notes: (1) If multiple commands are transmitted, be sent. DAM None NORM ZOOM FULL JUST SELF Screen mode select (toggle) NORMAL (4:3) ZOOM FULL JUST Panasonic AUTO With the power off, this set. COMPUTER Ferrite core RS-232C (large size) Straight cable (supplied) SERIAL 6789 12345 Pin layout for the first... for RS-232C D-sub 9p Less than 3" 15/16 (10 cm) Notes: (1) Use the RS-232C cable to connect the computer to the Plasma Display. (2) The computer shown is connected to PON command only. 11 Connections SERIAL Terminals connection The SERIAL terminal is used when the...
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... cord plug to the Wall Outlet R - STANDBY G POWER ON TH-42PWD6 Power Indicator Remote Control Sensor Press the POWER switch on the Plasma Display to turn the Plasma Display on for a while (setting condition is an example). INPUT SURROUND VOL N R OSD LANGUAGE English (UK) Deutsch Fran ais Italiano ...menu. (see page 18) Select the desired language using the and keys and press the ACTION button. Power Indicator: Green To turn the Plasma Display off state. 13 Note: During operation of the power management function, the power indicator turns orange in standby mode. Fix the AC ...
... cord plug to the Wall Outlet R - STANDBY G POWER ON TH-42PWD6 Power Indicator Remote Control Sensor Press the POWER switch on the Plasma Display to turn the Plasma Display on for a while (setting condition is an example). INPUT SURROUND VOL N R OSD LANGUAGE English (UK) Deutsch Fran ais Italiano ...menu. (see page 18) Select the desired language using the and keys and press the ACTION button. Power Indicator: Green To turn the Plasma Display off state. 13 Note: During operation of the power management function, the power indicator turns orange in standby mode. Fix the AC ...
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...of the sub picture will be displayed as the power cord screen will still consume some power as long as follows bellow. Plasma C.A.T.S automatically senses the ambient light conditions and "+": press to move the cursor down (Effective when Picture mode is displayed only...POWER ON TH-42PWD6 - + INPUT MENU VOL ENTER Enter/Aspect button (see page 18) Volume Adjustment C.A.T.S sensor Volume Up "+" Down "-" Plasma C.A.T.S (Contrast Automatic Tracking System) When the menu screen is possible INPUT SURROUND VOL INPUT Press to change input signal. Indicator not illuminated (The...
...of the sub picture will be displayed as the power cord screen will still consume some power as long as follows bellow. Plasma C.A.T.S automatically senses the ambient light conditions and "+": press to move the cursor down (Effective when Picture mode is displayed only...POWER ON TH-42PWD6 - + INPUT MENU VOL ENTER Enter/Aspect button (see page 18) Volume Adjustment C.A.T.S sensor Volume Up "+" Down "-" Plasma C.A.T.S (Contrast Automatic Tracking System) When the menu screen is possible INPUT SURROUND VOL INPUT Press to change input signal. Indicator not illuminated (The...
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... UP MULTI ZOOM PIP SWAP SELECT MOVE Volume Adjustment Press the Volume Up "+" or Down "-" button to stand-by (ON/OFF) button The Plasma Display must first be selected for each Sound mode (Normal, Auto). PICTURE POS. /SIZE ASPECT PICTURE POS./SIZE button (see page 20) ASPECT...minutes and 0 minutes (off timer cancelled) each time the SURROUND button is cancelled if a power interruption occurs. Press this button to turn the Plasma Display Off to previous menu screen. OFF The surround setting switches on at a concert hall or cinema. This displays an enlargement of the designated ...
... UP MULTI ZOOM PIP SWAP SELECT MOVE Volume Adjustment Press the Volume Up "+" or Down "-" button to stand-by (ON/OFF) button The Plasma Display must first be selected for each Sound mode (Normal, Auto). PICTURE POS. /SIZE ASPECT PICTURE POS./SIZE button (see page 20) ASPECT...minutes and 0 minutes (off timer cancelled) each time the SURROUND button is cancelled if a power interruption occurs. Press this button to turn the Plasma Display Off to previous menu screen. OFF The surround setting switches on at a concert hall or cinema. This displays an enlargement of the designated ...
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... TREBLE BALANCE SURROUND STANDARD 0 0 0 OFF INPUT SURROUND VOL N R PICTURE SOUND SET UP MULTI ZOOM PIP SWAP SELECT MOVE PICTURE POS. /SIZE ASPECT PC OFF TIMER PLASMA DISPLAY To PICTURE POS./SIZE adjust menu (see page 22) PICTURE NORMALIZE NORMAL PICTURE MENU PICTURE BRIGHTNESS COLOR TINT SHARPNESS COLOR TEMP ADVANCED SETTINGS STANDARD...
... TREBLE BALANCE SURROUND STANDARD 0 0 0 OFF INPUT SURROUND VOL N R PICTURE SOUND SET UP MULTI ZOOM PIP SWAP SELECT MOVE PICTURE POS. /SIZE ASPECT PC OFF TIMER PLASMA DISPLAY To PICTURE POS./SIZE adjust menu (see page 22) PICTURE NORMALIZE NORMAL PICTURE MENU PICTURE BRIGHTNESS COLOR TINT SHARPNESS COLOR TEMP ADVANCED SETTINGS STANDARD...
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... to display the SET UP menu. Selecting the On-Screen Menu Language INPUT SURROUND VOL N R PICTURE SOUND SET UP 18 SET UP press to the Plasma Display.
... to display the SET UP menu. Selecting the On-Screen Menu Language INPUT SURROUND VOL N R PICTURE SOUND SET UP 18 SET UP press to the Plasma Display.
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... a permanent after-image to remain on the Plasma Display Panel. 19 FULL 4 3 16 FULL 9 16:9 will display the picture at its maximum size, including wide screen cinema format picture. The size of 16:9 and 4:3 program material. Note: Panasonic AUTO mode is memorized separately for an extended period... on the picture source), allowing you to enjoy viewing the picture at its maximum size but with the Panasonic AUTO mode setting (see page 34). ASPECT Controls The Plasma Display will allow the picture to be displayed in 4:3 mode for each time the ENTER button is expanded...
... a permanent after-image to remain on the Plasma Display Panel. 19 FULL 4 3 16 FULL 9 16:9 will display the picture at its maximum size, including wide screen cinema format picture. The size of 16:9 and 4:3 program material. Note: Panasonic AUTO mode is memorized separately for an extended period... on the picture source), allowing you to enjoy viewing the picture at its maximum size but with the Panasonic AUTO mode setting (see page 34). ASPECT Controls The Plasma Display will allow the picture to be displayed in 4:3 mode for each time the ENTER button is expanded...
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... NORMAL PICTURE POS./SIZE NORMALIZE NORMAL H-POS H-SIZE V-POS V-SIZE CLOCK PHASE 3 Press to exit from a VCR or DVD player is pressed PC OFF TIMER PLASMA DISPLAY Notes: (1) Adjustment details are memorized separately for different input signal formats (Adjustments for component signals are memorized for each , and RGB/PC/ DVI signals...
... NORMAL PICTURE POS./SIZE NORMALIZE NORMAL H-POS H-SIZE V-POS V-SIZE CLOCK PHASE 3 Press to exit from a VCR or DVD player is pressed PC OFF TIMER PLASMA DISPLAY Notes: (1) Adjustment details are memorized separately for different input signal formats (Adjustments for component signals are memorized for each , and RGB/PC/ DVI signals...
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... UP Press to display the SET UP TIMER screen or PRESENT TIME SETUP screen. PRESENT TIME SETUP/SET UP TIMER The timer can switch the Plasma Display ON or OFF. Press to select Set. 2 PRESENT TIME SETUP PRESENT TIME OF DAY 10 : 00 SET PRESENT TIME OF DAY 10 : 00 Press...
... UP Press to display the SET UP TIMER screen or PRESENT TIME SETUP screen. PRESENT TIME SETUP/SET UP TIMER The timer can switch the Plasma Display ON or OFF. Press to select Set. 2 PRESENT TIME SETUP PRESENT TIME OF DAY 10 : 00 SET PRESENT TIME OF DAY 10 : 00 Press...
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... TIME SETUP Note: Press to select "ON" or "OFF". 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 is no signal.
... TIME SETUP Note: Press to select "ON" or "OFF". 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 is no signal.
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... OFF OSD LANGUAGE ENGLISH (US) Press to select the MULTI DISPLAY SETUP. For this mode of operation, each plasma display has to be displayed across all screens. Setup for MULTI DISPLAY By lining up Plasma Displays in groups of 4 or 9 as illustrated below, an enlarged picture may be set up with a DISPLAY...
... OFF OSD LANGUAGE ENGLISH (US) Press to select the MULTI DISPLAY SETUP. For this mode of operation, each plasma display has to be displayed across all screens. Setup for MULTI DISPLAY By lining up Plasma Displays in groups of 4 or 9 as illustrated below, an enlarged picture may be set up with a DISPLAY...
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.../PC input signals, normal multi-display magnification is only available at the VGA, SVGA and XGA resolution. (2) The multi-display capability is functional for each Plasma Display 4 Press to select ARRANGEMENT (2nd step). Setup for MULTI DISPLAY How to set the Display location number for each arrangement. (2×2) (3×3) A1 A2...
.../PC input signals, normal multi-display magnification is only available at the VGA, SVGA and XGA resolution. (2) The multi-display capability is functional for each Plasma Display 4 Press to select ARRANGEMENT (2nd step). Setup for MULTI DISPLAY How to set the Display location number for each arrangement. (2×2) (3×3) A1 A2...
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...Sound If a signal with a cooling fan to dissipate heat generated during normal use is not an operating defect and as such is displayed. Plasma Display panel Symptoms Some parts of still pictures include logos, video games, computer images, teletext and images displayed in 4:3 mode. After-images... appear Do not allow a still picture to remain on the Plasma Display. Note: The permanent after -image to be displayed for an extended period, as shown below. Examples of the screen do not light ...
...Sound If a signal with a cooling fan to dissipate heat generated during normal use is not an operating defect and as such is displayed. Plasma Display panel Symptoms Some parts of still pictures include logos, video games, computer images, teletext and images displayed in 4:3 mode. After-images... appear Do not allow a still picture to remain on the Plasma Display. Note: The permanent after -image to be displayed for an extended period, as shown below. Examples of the screen do not light ...
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...6W, Save ON 0.9W Save OFF 1.6W, Save ON 0.9W 0.4 W 0.4 W 0.2 W 0.2 W Drive method : AC type 37-inch, Drive method : AC type 42-inch, Drive method : AC type 50-inch, 16:9 aspect ratio 16:9 aspect ratio 16:9 aspect ratio 4000 : 1 3000 : 1 818 mm (W) × 461 mm...ENTER R - Specifications TH-37PWD6 TH-42PWD6 TH-42PHD6 TH-50PHD6 Power Source Power Consumption Maximum Stand-by condition Power off condition Plasma Display panel Contrast Ratio Screen size (No.of pixels) Operating Temperature condition Humidity Applicable signals Color System Scanning format PC signals Connection...
...6W, Save ON 0.9W Save OFF 1.6W, Save ON 0.9W 0.4 W 0.4 W 0.2 W 0.2 W Drive method : AC type 37-inch, Drive method : AC type 42-inch, Drive method : AC type 50-inch, 16:9 aspect ratio 16:9 aspect ratio 16:9 aspect ratio 4000 : 1 3000 : 1 818 mm (W) × 461 mm...ENTER R - Specifications TH-37PWD6 TH-42PWD6 TH-42PHD6 TH-50PHD6 Power Source Power Consumption Maximum Stand-by condition Power off condition Plasma Display panel Contrast Ratio Screen size (No.of pixels) Operating Temperature condition Humidity Applicable signals Color System Scanning format PC signals Connection...