Panasonic PT-43LCX64, PT-60LCX64, PT-50LCX64 User Manual

Digital Device Display

Operating Instructions

Models No. PT-43LCX64/PT-50LCX64/PT-60LCX64

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ATSC CERTIFIED * DIGITAL TELEVISION

*The presence of the DTV certification mark indicates that this product will successfully receive digital television transmissions that conform to any and all of the video formats described in the ATSC Digital Television Standard.

This operating instruction book is designed for use with models PT-43LCX64, PT-50LCX64 and PT-60LCX64. Illustrations in this manual show the PT-50LCX64.

Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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 qualified service personnel.

This symbol warns the user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may have sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock. Therefore, it is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any inside part of this unit.

This symbol alerts the user that important literature concerning the operation and maintenance of this unit has been included. Therefore, it should be read carefully in order to avoid any problems.

The pictorial representation of a hot surface within a triangle is intended to tell the user that parts inside the product are a risk of burns to persons.

Note to CATV System Installer:

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, injury to persons or damage to this product:

1)Read all instructions before using, connecting or adjusting this product.

2)Retain these safety and operating instructions for future reference.

3)Adhere to all warnings on the product and in this Operating Instructions manual.

4)Follow all instructions carefully.

5)Do not use this product near water, for example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool, and the like. Do not place objects filled with water, such as a vase or the like, on top of this unit.

6)Clean only with a dry cloth. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.

7)Do not block any ventilation openings. Install only in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation, to ensure reliable operation and to protect it from overheating. Never block openings by placing the product on a bed, sofa or similar surfaces.

8)Do not install near a heat source, such as a radiator, heat register, stove, or similar appliances (including amplifiers). Do not install in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack, unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have bee adhered to.

9)Insert plug in outlet fully - Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades, one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a grounding prong. The wide blade or grounding prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fin into your outlet, consult a qualified electrician to replace the obsolete outlet.

10)Protect the power cord from being walked or tripped over, pinched or entangled

11)Use only attachments or accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12)Never place unit on support or stand that is not firm, level, and adequately strong. The unit

could fall causing serious injury to a child or adult and damage to the unit.

• Move any appliance and cart combination with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause objects to overturn.

• Carefully fallow all instructions.

13)Unplug this product during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14)Do not service this unit yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Servicing is required when this product has been damaged in any way, such as if the power cord is damaged, liquid was spilled or objects were dropped into this unit, or the unit was exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

15)Because the temperature of the lamp unit is elevated immediately after its use, a direct touch to it may cause burns. Replace the lamp unit only after it has cooled.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (CONTINUED)

WARNING

AS WITH ANY SMALL OBJECT, SD CARDS CAN BE SWALLOWED BY YOUNG CHILDREN. DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO HANDLE THE SD CARD.

CAUTION

(1)This Device Display is intended to be used with the following TV stand: model TY-43LC14C for the PT 43LCX64, TY-50LC14C for the PT-50LCX64, and TY60LC14C for the PT-60LCX64. Use with other stands may result in the Device Display becoming unstable, possibly causing injury.

(2)This Device Display should not be exposed to direct sunlight, extreme temperatures or moisture, as this can result in serious irreparable damage.

(3)This product has a High Intensity Discharge (HID) lamp that contains a small amount of mercury. It also contains lead in some components.

Disposal of these materials may be regulated in your community due to environmental considerations.

For disposal or recycling information please contact your local authorities, or the Electronics Industries Alliance: <http://www.eiae.org.>

The lamp has a maximum life of about 10 000 hours.

If use exceeds this figure, the possibility of lamp damage becomes greater.

The lamp should be changed as soon as possible once the lamp warning message appears. If the lamp is damaged, please contact your nearest dealer.

Due to the characteristics and use conditions of individual lamps, the lamp may cease to light before the stated lamp life.

Influences of frequent lighting, continuous light use for over 24 hours, the number of times lit, the length of time between lightings, etc. may shorten lamp life.

(Because of this, we recommend having a replacement lamp on hand.)

Trademarks

•VGA and XGA are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation.

•Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, USA.

•VESA and SVGA are trademarks of the Video Electronics Standard Association.

Even if no special notation has been made of company or product trademarks, these trademarks have been fully respected.

•Equipped with-TV Noise Reduction for true MTS reproduction.-TV Noise Reduction is required for good stereo separation and audio fidelity.is a registered trademark, and is licensed byTechnology Licensing.

SD Logo is a trademark.

Manufactured under license from BBE Sound, Inc.

Licensed by BBE Sound, Inc. under USP4638258 and 4482866.

BBE and BBE symbol are registered trademarks of BBE Sound, Inc.

HDMI, the HDMI logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

U.S. Patents Nos. 4,631,603; 4,577,216; 4,819,098; 4,907,093; 6,381,747; and 6,516,132.

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Dear Panasonic Customer

Welcome to the Panasonic family of customers. We hope that you will have many years of enjoyment from your new Device Display.

To obtain maximum benefit from your set, please read these Instructions before making any adjustments, and retain them for future reference.

Retain your purchase receipt also, and record the serial number of your set in the space provided on the rear cover of these instructions.

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FCC STATEMENT:

NOTE:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio / TV technician for help.

FCC CAUTION:

To assure continued compliance and prevent undesirable interference, use only the provided shielded RGB cable with 2 ferrite cores while connecting the Device Display to a computer. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

ANY CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS TO THIS PTV RECEIVER NOT EXPRESSLY APPROVED BY MATSUSHITA ELECTRIC CORPORATION OF AMERICA COULD CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, WHICH WOULD VOID THE USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT.

The Class insulation symbol (square within a square) indicates that this product has been evaluated and tested to comply with Class insulation requirements.

	Declaration of Conformity
Models Number:	PT-43LCX64/PT-50LCX64/PT-60LCX64
Trade Name:	Panasonic
Responsible party:	Matsushita Electric Corporation of America.
Address:	One Panasonic Way Secaucus New Jersey 07094
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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This
device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.

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Table of Contents
	IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS	......................................................... 2
To	Before Using ........................................................................................................	6
	Location of Controls .........................................................................................	10
Start !	Installation..........................................................................................................	14

	Power ON / OFF .................................................................................................	26
	Basic Menu Navigation .....................................................................................	28
	Tuning channels ................................................................................................	30
Use	Device display operation ..................................................................................	34
	ASPECT Controls ..............................................................................................	40
Now !	Mute / Freeze / SAP ...........................................................................................	42
	Picture in Picture (PIP) Screen.........................................................................	44
	Split screen ........................................................................................................	46
	Searching for the desired channel (Channel search) ....................................	48
	Favorite Channel Feature .................................................................................	49
	Picture Adjustments..........................................................................................	50
	Adjusting screen position and size .................................................................	52
	Audio Adjustments............................................................................................	54
	Lock Feature ......................................................................................................	56
	Closed Caption Feature ....................................................................................	66
	Channel Caption Feature..................................................................................	69
	Color Temp Feature...........................................................................................	72
	Video NR (Noise Reduction) Feature...............................................................	73
Enjoy	3D Y/C Feature ...................................................................................................	74
	Setting when 480p signals are input through COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT.............	75
More !	3D I/P Feature.....................................................................................................	76
	Automatically changing screen size ...............................................................	77
	RGB IN Input Feature ........................................................................................	78
	Sleep Timer Feature ..........................................................................................	79
	Information.........................................................................................................	80
	Demo Mode Feature ..........................................................................................	81
	Signal Meter Feature .........................................................................................	82
	Switching languages for display......................................................................	83
	Cable Module Info..............................................................................................	84
	About Screen .....................................................................................................	85
	Photo Viewer (SD Card/PC Card) .....................................................................	86

Other

Information !

Replacing the lamp unit....................................................................................		91
Remote Control Quick Reference Guide (Operating peripheral equipment)		........... 92
Troubleshooting ................................................................................................		99
Specifications ..................................................................................................		100
Warning Indicators ..........................................................................................		101
Cleaning ...........................................................................................................		102
Customer Services Directory .........................................................................		102
Limited Warranty .............................................................................................		103
Index ....................................................................................................	Back Cover

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Before Using

Receiver Location

This Device Display is intended to be used with an optional stand or entertainment center. Consult your dealer for available options.

Locate for comfortable viewing. Avoid placing where sunlight or other bright light (including reflections) will fall on the screen.

Use of some types of fluorescent lighting can reduce Remote Control transmitter range.

Adequate ventilation is essential to prevent internal component failure. Keep away from areas of excessive heat or moisture.

Optional External Equipment

The Video / Audio connection between components can be made with shielded video and audio cables. For best performance, video cables should utilize 75 Ω coaxial shielded cables. Cables are available from your dealer or electronic supply house.

Before you purchase any cables, be sure you know what type of output and input connectors your various components require. Also determine the length of cable you’ll need.

Safety Precaution

Please take safety precautions to prevent the unit from falling over.

WARNING

The unit may tip or fall if not situated on a stable surface, if pushed or during an earthquake. Use a strong rope or chain (not included) to fasten the Device Display firmly to a strong wall support.

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Before Using

Accessories

1. Remote Control

(EUR7627Z10)

2.Batteries 2 “AA”

3.RGB Cable (2 m) (LSJA0239-1 or LSJA0443)

Viewing position

To optimize your viewing comfort, please follow the viewing guidelines shown in the diagrams below. If viewing for an extended period of time, sit as far back from the screen as possible.

<Top view>

70º

70º

At least 1.6 m (PT-43LCX64) / 1.8 m (PT-50LCX64) /2.2 m (PT-60LCX64).

<Side view>

30º

30º

At least 1.6 m (PT-43LCX64) / 1.8 m (PT-50LCX64) /2.2 m (PT-60LCX64).

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Before Using

Remote Control Battery Installation

Requires two AA batteries (supplied).

1.While pressing in on the catch, open cover in direction of arrow.

CAUTION

2.Install the batteries as shown in the battery compartment. (Polarity + or - must match the markings in the compartment).

Two AA size

3.Press cover in direction of arrow until it snaps shut.

Incorrect battery installation can cause the batteries to leak, leading to personal injury and/or damage to the remote control.

Observe the following precautions:

1.Batteries should always be replaced as a pair. Always use new batteries when replacing the old set.

2.Do not mix battery types (example: “Zinc Carbon” with “Alkaline”).

3.Do not attempt to charge, short-circuit, disassemble, heat or burn used batteries.

4.Battery replacement is necessary when the remote control acts sporadically or stops operating the Device Display set.

Helpful Hints:

(1)For frequent remote control users, replace old batteries with Alkaline batteries for longer battery life.

(2)Whenever you remove the batteries, you may need to reset the remote control infrared codes. We recommend that you record the code on page 93, prior to setting up the remote.

Emergency Alert System (EAS) Forced Tuning

If a DCM (Digital Cable Module) is installed, the cable MSO (multiple system owner/operator) may provide an Emergency Alert System message. These messages are intended to alert the general public of important local or national emergency situations. In the event of receipt of one of these messages, the Device Display shall immediately tune to the channel as directed by the EAS message. If the channel has been blocked using the parental control, the parental blocking has priority over the forced tune.

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Before Using

Glossary and Acronyms

CC (Closed Captioning)

EAS (Emergency Alert System)

OSD (On-Screen Display)

MSO (Multiple system owner/operator)

Dolby Digital

This is a method of coding digital signals developed by Dolby Laboratories. Apart from stereo (2-channel) audio, these signals can also be multichannel audio. A large amount of audio information can be recorded on one disc using this method.

Film and video

DVD-Videos are recorded using either film or video. Usually, film is recorded at 24 frames per second, the rate movies are filmed at, while video is recorded at 30 frames per second.

PCM (pulse code modulation)

These are uncompressed digital signals, similar to those found on CDs.

DTV (Digital Television)

Name of the process whereby television picture and sound signals are changed to digital code for receiving and transmitting.

HDTV (High Definition Television)

Television with improved picture quality by increasing vertical and horizontal resolution.

ATSC (Advanced Television Systems Committee)

Standardization body that developed the Digital Television Terrestrial formats.

DCF (Design rule for Camera File system)

Unified standard established by Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA).

HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface)

Interface that supports every uncompressed digital format as well as all existing multi-channel audio format on a single cable.

JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group)

A system used for compressing/decoding color still pictures.

MPAA (Motion Picture Association of America)

Guild governing rating assignments to movies.

NTSC (National Television Systems Committee)

Standardization body that developed the Analog Television Terrestrial formats.

Password

A four (4) digit code a user must provide in order to perform a function.

DCM (Digital Cable Module)

A module that is required to receive premium digital services through the cable input.

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Location of Controls

Illuminated Remote Control

	POWER
1										SAP	18
	TV			VCR				DVD		LIGHT	19
2	DBS		RCVR					CBL		AUX
3	TV/VIDEO							A - ANTENNA - B			20
4						CT		B			21
			S		E				E
5			A	P					B
										R
		E
										C
	U	T								E
6							CH			A	22
	M									L
										L
7			VOL				OK		VOL
8	MENU						CH			EXIT
											23
9
											24
	1						2			3
10	4						5			6
	7						8			9
	R-TUNE						0			PROG
11											25
	PIP MIN						PLAY			PIP MAX
12	REW									FF
											26
13	PAUSE						STOP			REC
											27
14
	FREEZE						PIP CH			SEARCH	28
	TV/VCR				DVD/VCR CH					OPEN/CLOSE	29
15
	PIP			SPLIT				MOVE		SWAP	30
16											31
17											32

Note:

This section describes TV mode only. For other modes, see pages 92-98.

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Location of Controls

		Remote Keys	DESCRIPTION
	1	POWER	Press to turn ON and OFF.
		TV	Sets the remote to communicate with television.
	2	VCR, DVD, AUX,
		CBL, RCVR,	Sets the remote to communicate with other devices.
		DBS
	3	TV/VIDEO	Changes Input source.
	4	SD	Accesses the Photo Viewer feature (SD Card or PC Card).
	5	ASPECT	Changes display aspect ratio.
	6	MUTE	Press to mute sound.
	7	VOL ◄►	Press to adjust TV sound and navigate in menus.
	8	OK	Press to choose menu and sub-menu entry.
	9	MENU	Press to display Main Menu or return one step backward in menus.
	10	Number	Press numeric keypad to select any channel or press to enter alphanumeric input in menus.
	11	R-TUNE	Press to switch to previously viewed channel, Photo Viewer or input modes.
	12	PIP MIN	While remote is in TV mode, press to decrease the PIP size.
		REW	While remote is in VCR or DVD mode, press to rewind.
	13	PLAY	While remote is in VCR or DVD mode, press to play.
	14	PAUSE	While remote is in VCR or DVD mode, press to pause.
	15	FREEZE	Still full video window.
		TV/VCR	Press to switch to TV or VCR.
	16	PIP	Press to display or delete PIP screen.
	17	SPLIT	Press to display or delete Split screen.
	18	SAP	In analog mode, press to access audio modes (Stereo, SAP or Mono). In digital mode, press
			to access next audio track.
	19	LIGHT	Lights all buttons. The selected mode button (TV, VCR, etc.) flashes.
	20	ANTENNA A/B	Press to switch to (A or B) RF antenna input.
	21	BBE	Press to turn BBE OFF or ON.
	22	RECALL	Press to display or delete Channel banner.
	23	EXIT	Press to exit menus.
	24	CH ▲▼	Press to change channels and navigate in menus.
	25	PROG	Press after entering major channel numbers to enter minor (-) channel numbers.
	26	PIP MAX	While remote is in TV mode, press to increase the PIP size.
		FF	While remote is in VCR or DVD mode, press to fast forward.
	27	REC	While remote is in VCR mode, press to record.
	28	STOP	While remote is in VCR or DVD mode, press to stop.
		SEARCH	While remote is in TV mode, press to scan available channels in search screens. Press again
	29		to delete search screens.
		OPEN/CLOSE	While remote is in DVD mode, press to open or close DVD tray.
	30	PIP CH ▲▼	While remote is in TV mode, press to change channels for PIP.
		DVD/VCR CH	While remote is in VCR or DVD mode, press to change channels for DVD or VCR.
	31	SWAP	Press to swap Main screen with PIP or Split screen.
	32	MOVE	While PIP screen is displayed, press to move to one of four corners.

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Location of Controls

Controls and Terminals on the Device Display

Model PT-50LCX64 unit shown

< FRONT >

POWER button/ POWER indicator (P. 26)

Volume up(+) / down(–) buttons

(P. 34)

Channel up / down buttons (P. 34)

TV/VIDEO button (P. 34)

A

LAMP indicator

This indicator lights up when there is a malfunction with the lamp unit. (PP. 91, 99)

TEMP indicator

This indicator lights up when there is an abnormal temperature in the unit.

(P. 99)

Remote Control Sensor

A

Using your finger, slide Slot Cover in direction of arrow to open.

Open

Slot Cover

PC CARD slot

SD CARD slot

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Location of Controls

Model PT-50LCX64 unit shown
< REAR >	< SIDE >
Vent	Vent

DCM INTERFACE	SERVICE ONLY
(POD INTERFACE)	Card slot used by a certified service
(p. 16)	technician only. Do not insert any
DIGITAL AUDIO	memory card into this slot.
	Antenna A, B terminal
OUT terminal		RGB Input 2 terminal
(P. 21)	(PP. 14-16)
		(P. 22)
	HDMI input
	terminal
RGB Input 1	(PP. 24-25)
terminal
(P. 22)

Input 3 terminals (P. 17)

Input 1, 2 terminals	Component signal input 1-3 terminals
(P. 17)	(P. 18)

AV OUT terminals (PP. 19-20)

Notes:

•Make sure the vents are not blocked. (This could cause damage.)

•Indication on the back panel may change without notice.

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Installation

Notes on connections

•Turn off the power supply for all components before making any connections.

•If the cables necessary for connecting a component to the system are not included with the component or available as an option, you may need to fashion a cable to suit the component concerned.

•Read the instruction manual for each system component carefully before connecting it.

•If there is a lot of jitter in the video signal input from the video source, the picture on the screen may flicker. In this case, it will be necessary to connect a TBC (time base corrector).

CAUTION

When using “Nut type” RF coaxial cables, tighten with fingers only. Overtightening may damage terminals.

Connecting the Antenna / Cable to the RF IN Terminal

For proper reception of analog or digital cable channels, a cable service connection is required.

Cable Connection

Connect the cable supplied by your local cable company to ANTENNA (A) connection on back of unit. Select Cable mode and ANTENNA (A) in SET UP menu under Program Channel.

CABLE BOX

TERMINAL ON THE

BACK OF THE

CABLE BOX

In from cable

In from cable

Note:

Connect the cable from the

antenna or cable system to the

ANTENNA (A) terminal on

Or

the back of the Device Display.

Cable Mode is preset at the factory. Antenna users must change to ANTENNA Mode for ANTENNA (A) in the Setup menu. If you have both Cable and Antenna, the Cable must be connected to ANT A.

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Installation

Antenna Connection

For proper reception of digital and analog VHF/UHF channels, an external antenna is required. For best reception, an outdoor antenna is recommended.

Connect home antenna to either ANT (A) or ANT (B) connection on back of the unit. Select Antenna mode for Cable/Antenna, Cable only, Antenna only or in Input Setup under Program Channel in Setup menu.

Antenna connect only:

Mixer

ANTENNA (A)

TERMINAL ON THE

BACK OF THE DEVICE

DISPLAY

Antenna and Cable connect:

VHF Antenna UHF Antenna

Mixer

ANTENNA (B)

TERMINAL ON THE

BACK OF THE DEVICE

DISPLAY

In from cable

Note:

When connecting an antenna only, connect to Antenna (A). When connecting both an antenna and a cable, connect the antenna to Antenna (B).

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Installation

Digital Cable Module Connection

This module allows you to tune digital and high definition cable channels through the cable antenna. Consult your Cable company on the availability of this module (also called Point of Deployment (POD) module).

1

2

Connect the Cable antenna to ANT A/Cable In input on the back of the unit.

Insert the DCM (Digital Cable Module) (upper side facing left) into the DCM INTERFACE (POD INTERFACE) slot on the back of the unit.

DCM (Digital Cable Module)	In from cable
Notes:

•A Digital Cable Subscription is required. (See page 84)

•Do not insert a PC card into the DCM INTERFACE (POD INTERFACE).

•Choose Cable mode for Antenna (A) in Input Setup.

•Follow the instructions on screen.

If you experience keyboard or remote control function hang-up when using DCM (Digital Cable Module), unplug the unit and plug it back on and try the controls again. If this condition still exists, please call Panasonic Customer Call Center for further instructions.

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Installation

How to connect the “1, 2, 3” Input Terminals

Connects VCRs and other peripheral equipment

(S-VHS VCR)

S-VIDEO

AUDIO

Similar connections are available at the INPUT 1, 2, 3 input terminals. (P. 13)

(VHS VCR)

VIDEO

AUDIO

Similar connections are available at the INPUT 1, 2, 3 input terminals.

Notes:

•Input 3 is located on the side of the unit.

•Select the desired VIDEO input position by pressing the TV/VIDEO button. (P. 37)

•When connecting video cables, priority is given to the S-Video cable when the S-Video input terminal and the video input terminal are connected at the same time.

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Installation

How to connect the COMPONENT VIDEO Input Terminals

Because each Y, PB, and PR signal is input independently, the Component signal allows for more accurate color reproduction.

The Component signal output terminal indication will differ according to the output device (Y, PB, PR). Please read the operating instructions included with the output device.

DVD Player

COMPONENT VIDEO

AUDIO

Notes:

•Similar connections are available at the COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT 1-3 Terminals.

•Select the desired COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT position by pressing the TV/VIDEO button. (P. 37)

•Component video signals that can be input are 480i, 480p, 720p, and 1080i.

Component Signals (Y, PB, PR) that can be Input

						Signal data		Information menu
			Mode type
				No. of dots		Horizontal frequency	Vertical frequency
								display
				(H X V)		(kHz)	(Hz)
	FormatDTV	Signals	480i	664	X 485	15.73	29.97	480 i
			480p	720	X 483	31.47	59.94	480 p
			720p	1 280	X 720	45.00	60.00	720 p
			*1080i	1 920	X 1 080	33.75	30.00	1080 i
	Note:

Input signals, other than those listed with a * mark, will give you a beautiful, stable picture.

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How to connect the AV OUT Terminals

You can connect a VCR to the AV OUT terminal to record the program you are viewing on-screen. An external monitor can also be connected to the AV OUT terminals. Connect the VCR as shown below.

Recording Equipment

(S-VHS /VHS VCR)

S-VIDEO

Or

VIDEO

AUDIO

Notes:

•This unit contains Video and Audio Outputs for the purpose of recording television programming to VCR. Due to license restrictions, if a device (STB, DVD, etc.) is connected to the HDMI input of the unit, no video or audio output is allowed.

•AV Out signal is available when receiving digital channel. However, all formats will be down converted to NTSC.

•Never connect the VIDEO IN and OUT terminals to the same video recorder, as this could cause incorrect operation.

•Even if unit is in Split or PIP mode, OUT terminals only output the main picture and sound signals. A sub-picture, including channel search, etc., will not be output.

•AV terminals will not output Y, PB, PR, RGB/HDMI IN or SD/PC card signals.

•The S-Video OUT terminal outputs the same signal that is input from the S-Video IN terminal and Digital RF channels.

•Certain program content output from the AV Out connector may have the Macrovision signal modification applied to its signal, preventing VCRs from recording this video signal.

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Installation

How to connect the Amplifier

Analog Audio Out

To listen to the audio through a separate stereo system, connect an external audio amplifier to AUDIO OUT on back of unit.

Stereo System

(A Stereo Amplifier and Speakers)

AUDIO

Note:

AUDIO OUT terminals cannot be connected directly to external speakers.

Audio Adjustments

•Select Speakers Off in Audio menu under Other Adjust menu.

•Set amplifier volume to the preferred level.

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Digital Audio Out

Use the diagram below to connect the Digital Audio Output of your Device Display to a Dolby Digital decoder.

Dolby Digital 5.1 channel surround sound delivers digital-quality sound. Dolby Digital provides five discrete full-bandwidth channels for front left, front right, center, surround left and surround right, plus a LFE (Low Frequency Effect) subwoofer channel, For a full Home Theater sound experience, an external Dolby Digital decoder and a multichannel amplifier must be connected to the Digital Audio Out jack on the unit.

Procedure

Connect the Digital Audio cable from the Digital Audio Out jack on the unit to the Digital Audio In connection on the Dolby Digital decoder.

Note:

When ATSC channel is selected, the output from the Digital Audio Out jack will be Dolby Digital. But, if NTSC channel is selected, the output will be PCM.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

Firmly connect the cable to the connector.

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OPTICAL

Amplifier with built in

Dolby Digital decoders.

Speakers (example)

Connect three or more speakers for surround sound.

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Installation

How to connect the RGB IN Terminals

Connecting a PC to RGB IN

COMPUTER

RGB OUT AUDIO OUT

Connect a cable which matches the audio output terminal on the computer.

PC audio cable

(M3 stereo mini pin)

Conversion adapter (If necessary)

RGB cable (D-SUB 15P)

RGB IN Terminal (D-SUB 15P) Pin Layouts

					Pin No.	Signal name	Pin No.	Signal name
11	12	13	14	15	1	R	9	NC
6 7	8	9	10		2	G	10	Ground
1	2	3	4	5	3	B	11	NC
					4	NC	12	NC
Connection port view					5	NC	13	HD/CSYNC
					6	Ground for R	14	VD
					7	Ground for G	15	NC
					8	Ground for B

NC: Not connected

Notes:

•Some PC models cannot be connected to the set. A conversion adapter is required to use the RGB cable (D-SUB 15P) to connect a Macintosh computer to the set. There is no need to use an adapter for computers with PC / AT compatible D-SUB 15P terminal.

•The computer shown in the illustration is for example purposes only. Additional equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this set.

•The picture will become dark if an PC signal with a vertical scanning frequency of 62 Hz is input. To obtain the optimum picture quality with the Device Display, a vertical scanning frequency of 60 Hz is recommended.

•Do not set the horizontal and vertical scanning frequencies for PC signals which are above or below the specified frequency range.

•Select the desired RGB input position by pressing the TV/VIDEO button. (P. 37)

•Similar connections are available at the RGB IN 1, 2 Terminals.

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RGB signals that can be input

The table below lists the different types of RGB signals that can be input.

If a signal which differs greatly from any of the types listed below is input, the picture image may not be displayed correctly, or a black background may be displayed. At this time,“ signal” will flash in the on-screen display for about 5 seconds.

					Signal data		Information menu
		Mode type
			No. of dots		Horizontal frequency	Vertical frequency
							display
			(H X V)		(kHz)	(Hz)
		VGA400 (70 Hz)	640 X 400		31.47	70.08	VGA400 70Hz
		VGA480 (60 Hz)	640 X 480		31.47	59.94	VGA 60Hz
		Macintosh 13″	640	X 480	35.00	66.67	MAC	13
		VESA400 (85 Hz)	640 X 400		37.86	85.08	VESA	85Hz
	Signals	VESA480 (72 Hz)	640 X 480		37.86	72.81	VGA	72Hz
		VESA480 (75 Hz)	640 X 480		37.50	75.00	VGA	75Hz
		VESA480 (85 Hz)	640 X 480		43.27	85.01	VGA	85Hz
	Computer
		SVGA (56 Hz)	800 X 600		35.16	56.25	SVGA	56Hz
		SVGA (60 Hz)	800 X 600		37.88	60.32	SVGA 60Hz
		SVGA (72 Hz)	800 X 600		48.08	72.19	SVGA 72Hz
	Personal
		SVGA (75 Hz)	800 X 600		46.88	75.00	SVGA 75Hz
		SVGA (85 Hz)	800 X 600		53.67	85.06	SVGA 85Hz
		Macintosh 16″	832	X 624	49.73	74.55	MAC	16
		* XGA (60 Hz)	1 024 X 768		48.36	60.00	XGA	60Hz
		* XGA (70 Hz)	1 024	X 768	56.48	70.07	XGA	70Hz
		* XGA (75 Hz)	1 024	X 768	60.02	75.03	XGA	75Hz
		* Macintosh 19″	1 024	X 768	60.24	74.93	MAC	19
	DTV Format Signals	480i	664	X 485	15.73	29.97	480 i
		480p	720	X 483	31.47	59.94	480 p
		720p	1 280	X 720	45.00	60.00	720 p
		*1080i	1 920	X 1 080	33.75	30.00	1080 i

Notes:

•Input signals, other than those listed with a * mark, will give you a beautiful, stable picture.

•The D-SUB15P connector can accept RGB (H-V sync separate) and RGB (sync on green). However, it is not guaranteed to display stable color when using RGB (sync on green).

•When used with an external video processor/scaler, it must have RGB (H-V sync separate) output.

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Installation

How to connect the HDMI input terminal

About HDMI

HDMI is the first all digital consumer electronics A/V interface that supports several uncompressed standard, enhanced and high definition video format as well as all existing multi-channel audio formats. One jack supports both video and audio information. The HDMI/HDCP1 input can be connected to an EIA/CEA 861/861B2 compliant consumer electronic device, such as a set top box or DVD player equipped with a HDMI output connection. By inputting a High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) high definition picture source to the HDMI terminal of this unit, high definition pictures can be displayed on the screen in their digital form. The HDMI input terminal is not intended to be used with personal computers. This unit is compatible with 1080i, 720p and 480p formats. Select the output of the connected device to match that of the unit.

Connection diagram

Follow the diagram below to connect the unit to a set top box or a DVD player.

When audio signal input is digital.

Set top box

HDMI OUT

The connector on the unit is HDMI Type A connector.

When audio signal input is analog.

Set top box

HDMI OUT AUDIO OUT

The connector on the unit is HDMI Type A connector.

Notes:

1HDMI/HDCP = High Definition Multimedia Interface / High-Bandwidth Digital Copy Protection.

2EIA/CEA-861/861B Profiles compliance covers profiles for transmission of uncompressed digital video including high bandwidth digital content protection.

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Procedure

1

Connect the HDMI output from the set top box or a DVD player to the HDMI input on the back of the unit.

• If you cannot display the picture because your Digital Set Top Box does not have a Digital Out terminal

setting, use the Component Video Input (or the S-Video Input or Video Input). In this case, the picture will be

displayed as an analog signal.

2

Press TV/VIDEO on the Remote Control to select HDMI input.

By inputting a High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection high-definition picture source to the HDMI IN terminal of this Device Display, high-definition pictures can be displayed on the screen in their digital form. (This terminal is for use in the future when High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection DVD players and D-VHS are put on the market.)

Notes:

•Select the HDMI input position by pressing the TV/VIDEO button. (P. 37)

•The HDMI IN terminal can only be used with 1080i, 720p and 480p picture signals.

•If there is no audio, check if the source equipment has PCM output. If not, please use analog connections.

•Be sure HDMI is securely connected. If not, picture noise and/or incorrect picture display may result.

•With HDMI connection, depending on the signal, the picture may be displayed with unnatural colors (as if red and blue are reversed). See UV Timing of Page 53.

Compatible formats

Video Signal:

The Device display is compatible with following formats. Please set the connecting device to following format.

Display mode	No. of dots	Vertical scanning frequency (Hz)
1080i	1920 x 1080i	59.94 / 60
720p	1280 x 720p	59.94 / 60
480p	720 x 480p	59.94 / 60
	640 x 480p	59.94 / 60

Audio signal (PCM)

When digital audio is included in the HDMI connection, the compatible sampling frequencies are 48 kHz/44.1 kHz/32 kHz. (See page 55)

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Power ON / OFF

Turning the Power ON and OFF

Always be sure to follow the procedure given below to turn the Device Display power ON and OFF.

•The lamp cooling fan will continue to operate for approximately 1 minute after the power is turned off. At the same time, the POWER indicator will blink Red.

Do not disconnect the power cord from the outlet and do not open the circuit breaker (unless necessary) while the cooling fan is still operating. Do not disconnect the power cord from the power outlet while the power indicator blinks Red.

POWER button/

POWER indicator

POWER
			SAP
TV	VCR	DVD	LIGHT
DBS	RCVR	CBL	AUX
TV/VIDEO		A - ANTENNA - B

Power ON

Press POWER on Device Display or Remote Control to turn power on.

The Power Indicator blinks Green for about 10 seconds and then turns solid Green.

Power OFF

Press POWER on Device Display or Remote Control to turn power off.

Power shuts off after a Black Screen is displayed for a few seconds.

Note:

If the POWER button is pressed during the Black Screen display, Power is turned back on.

The Power Indicator blinks Red for about 1 minute and then turns solid Red.

Note:

When the AC Cord is unplugged, the internal cooling fan stops operating. In this case, the lamp will be insufficiently cooled and will take a while to turn ON again.

The Power Indicator

LED	ACTION
Red	Power – OFF (Standby mode)
Red blink	Power – OFF (Now cooling)
Green	Power – ON
Green blink	Power – ON (Preparing to light lamp)

Notes:

•If the POWER button is accidentally turned off during use, after power is turned back on, it may take a short period before the lamp automatically comes on.

•After the unit is turned on, maximum picture brightness will be achieved in 5-10 minutes. This is normal.

•This unit consumes approx. 20 W in OFF condition when plugged into an AC outlet.

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Power ON / OFF

First Time Setup

For your convenience, First Time Set up menu will be displayed on screen when the set is turned on for the first time. If needed, follow the menus and procedures displayed on-screen for setting up the features.

POWER

			SAP
TV	VCR	DVD	LIGHT
DBS	RCVR	CBL	AUX
TV/VIDEO		A - ANTENNA - B

		CT	B	B
	PE
S				E
A

	E		R
			C
U	T		E
		CH	A
			L
M			L
	VOL	OK	VOL
MENU		CH	EXIT

1	2	3
4	5	6
7	8	9
R-TUNE	0	PROG
PIP MIN	PLAY	PIP MAX
REW		FF
PAUSE	STOP	REC
FREEZE	PIP CH	SEARCH
TV/VCR	DVD/VCR CH	OPEN/CLOSE
PIP	SPLIT MOVE	SWAP

Notes:

Input Setup

To select the configuration of RF input depending on the signal source.

Note:

No video will be displayed in this setup mode.

F i r s t T i m e S e t u p						O K
					C H A N G E
I n p u t S e t u p		S e t t i n g	C a b l e / A n t e n n a
					M E N U	E X I T
A u t o S c a n					t o r e t u r n
L a n g u a g e

Procedure

Press VOL ► to select Cable only, Cable/Antenna, or Antenna only. Press OK to underline your selection.

When the next screen is displayed, press OK to start the Auto Scan. All available channels with a signal will be programmed into memory.

Auto Scan

This feature allows you to selectively auto scan channels. You can Scan All, Analog only channels, or Analog & Digital channels.

F i r s t T i m e S e t u p					S E L E C T	O K
I n p u t S e t u p		Scan All
		Antenna (A) Analog			M E N U	E X I T
A u t o S c a n					t o r e t u r n
		Antenna (A) Analog & Digital
L a n g u a g e		Antenna (B) Analog
		Antenna (B) Analog & Digital

Procedure

Press OK to start Auto Scan.

After Auto Scan is completed the unit tunes to the first channel found during auto scan.

Notes:

•If DCM (Digital Cable Module) is present during the First Time Setup and Antenna (A) is set to cable, Antenna (A) will not be scanned due to the DCM providing the channel map.

•If setup is incomplete, check connection of Antenna/Cable to the RF IN Terminal, then try Auto Scan again. (PP. 30-31)

Language

The language of the on-screen display is set to English as the factory setting. You can select English, Spanish or French as the on-screen displays language.

F i r s t T i m e S e t u p						O K
					C H A N G E
I n p u t S e t u p		S e t t i n g	E n g l i s h
					M E N U	E X I T
A u t o S c a n					t o r e t u r n
L a n g u a g e

Procedure

Press ◄ VOL or VOL ► to select desired language, then press OK to set.

•Auto scan must be done when you select the input signal for the first time or whenever you change the antenna configuration.

•Depending on conditions, Auto scan may take a while.

Operation Basic

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Basic Menu Navigation

POWER

			SAP
TV	VCR	DVD	LIGHT
DBS	RCVR	CBL	AUX
TV/VIDEO		A - ANTENNA - B

		CT	B	B
	PE
S				E
A

	E		R
			C
U	T		E
		CH	A
M			L
			L
	VOL	OK VOL

Pressing MENU	2
1 displays the Main
Menu screen.	Press	to select the desired
MENU Pressing		icon.
		CH
MENU again	VOL	OK VOL
displays
previous level		CH
menu.

MENU	CH	EXIT	Note:
			Depending on the signal
			being input, some items
1	2	3	may or may not be
4	5	6	adjustable and some
			functions may or may not
7	8	9	be available.
R-TUNE	0	PROG	Press	to enter the menu.
PIP MIN		PIP MAX		CH
	PLAY
REW		FF
			VOL	OK VOL
PAUSE	STOP	REC
				CH
FREEZE	PIP CH	SEARCH
TV/VCR	DVD/VCR CH	OPEN/CLOSE
PIP	SPLIT MOVE	SWAP			S E L E C T	O K
					M E N U	E X I T
				P i c t u r e
				P i c M o d e	S t a n d a r d
				C o l o r		+ 3 2
				T i n t		+ 3 2
				B r i g h t n e s s		+ 3 2
				P i c t u r e		+ 3 2
				S h a r p n e s s		+ 3 2
				N o r m a l		S e t
				O t h e r A d j u s t

Press

to select desired menu item.

CH

VOL OK VOL

CH

S E L E C T

C H A N G E

M E N U E X I T

P i c t u r e

	P i c M o d e	S t a n d a r d
	C o l o r	+ 3 2
	T i n t	+ 3 2
	B r i g h t n e s s	+ 3 2
	P i c t u r e	+ 3 2
	S h a r p n e s s	+ 3 2
	N o r m a l	S e t
	O t h e r A d j u s t

Continued in left column of next page.

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Basic Menu Navigation

Continued from page 28.

Press	CH	to adjust or set desired
VOL	OK VOL	menu item.
	CH
	C o l o r	+ 3 2

Note: For Other Adjust sub-menu.

Press			CH		to select Other Adjust.
		VOL OK VOL
			CH
					S E L E C T		O K
					M E N U		E X I T
		P i c t u r e
			P i c M o d e			S t a n d a r d
			C o l o r				+ 3 2
			T i n t				+ 3 2
			B r i g h t n e s s				+ 3 2
			P i c t u r e				+ 3 2
			S h a r p n e s s				+ 3 2
			N o r m a l				S e t
			O t h e r A d j u s t

Press

CH

to access Other Adjust

VOL

OK

VOL

sub-menu.

CH

S E L E C T

O K

M E N U

E X I T

O t h e r A d j u s t

C o l o r T e m p

N o r m a l

V i d e o

N R

O f f

3 D

Y / C

O n

C o l o r M a t r i x

S D

3 D

I / P

O f f

I D 1

O n

Continued from left column.
Press					to select desired sub-menu
			CH
					items.
		VOL	OK	VOL
			CH
					S E L E C T		O K
					M E N U		E X I T
	O t h e r A d j u s t
		C o l o r T e m p					N o r m a l
		V i d e o		N R			O f f
		3 D	Y / C				O n
		C o l o r M a t r i x					S D
		3 D	I / P				O f f
		I D 1					O n

Press			CH		to select desired sub-menu
					items.
		VOL	OK	VOL
			CH
					S E L E C T		O K
					M E N U		E X I T
	O t h e r A d j u s t
		C o l o r T e m p					N o r m a l
		V i d e o		N R			O n
		3 D	Y / C				O n
		C o l o r M a t r i x					S D
		3 D	I / P				O f f
		I D 1					O n

Note: To EXIT menus.

Press	MENU	repeatedly until normal
		picture is displayed.

Press	EXIT	to return to normal picture.

Continued in right column.

Operation Basic

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Tuning channels

Automatic channel setting

Automatically searches and adds receivable channels to memory.

POWER

			SAP
TV	VCR	DVD	LIGHT
DBS	RCVR	CBL	AUX
TV/VIDEO		A - ANTENNA - B

Press MENU to display the Main Menu screen.

1	CH	Press to select
		Setup icon.
VOL	OK	VOL
	CH

			T	B
		EC			B
	P
S					E
A

	E		R
			C
U	T		E
		CH	A
M			L
			L
	VOL	OK	VOL
MENU		CH	EXIT

1	2	3
4	5	6
7	8	9
R-TUNE	0	PROG
PIP MIN	PLAY	PIP MAX
REW		FF
PAUSE	STOP	REC
FREEZE	PIP CH	SEARCH
TV/VCR	DVD/VCR CH	OPEN/CLOSE
PIP	SPLIT MOVE	SWAP

2

3

4

Press to display the options in the Setup menu.

CH

VOL OK VOL

CH

Press to select Program CH icon.

Press to display the Program Channel menu.

CH

VOL OK VOL

CH

Press to select Input Setup.

Press to enter the sub-menu.

P r o g r a m C h a n n e l

I n p u t S e t u p		S e t t i n g		C a b l e / A n t e n n a
A u t o S c a n
M a n u a l P r o g r a m		Connect Cable to Antenna (A)
		Connect Antenna to Antenna (B)
S i g n a l M e t e r
L a n g u a g e
		Change your Input Setup
			and press OK

O K

C H A N G E

t o MrEeNtUu r nE X I T

CH

VOL OK VOL

CH

Press to select Cable Only, Cable/Antenna or Antenna Only.

Note:

TV or Cable Tuning mode must be set according to your connections.

Press to set.

P r o g r a m C h a n n e l								O K
							C H A N G E
I n p u t S e t u p		S e t t i n g		C a b l e o n l y
							M E N U	E X I T
A u t o S c a n							t o r e t u r n
M a n u a l P r o g r a m			Auto scan is needed
			press OK to start Auto scan
S i g n a l M e t e r
L a n g u a g e

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