Panasonic PT-61G53, PT-51G53X, PT-51G53 Owner’s Manual

Panason,c

Color Video Projection System

Operating Instructions

PT-51G53
PT-61G53

PT-51G53X
PT-61G53X

TQB2AA0225

PRINTED IN USA 80304

WARNING
To move set, push from left side of set. (3asterson right side

do not pivot in all directions. Set can tip over if moved from
right side, with risk of personal injury.

ADVERTENCIA
Para mover el conjunto, empuje desde el lade izquierdo del

mismo. Los rolanas de la derecha no son pivotantes en todas
las direcciones. E1 conjunto se puede tumbar si se lo mueve

desde el lade derecho, corriendo asi el riesgo de sufrir dafios
personales.

Mise en garde
Lors du d6placement du t616viseur, le pouser sur son c6t6

gauche. Les roulettes du c6t_ droit ne pouvant tourner dans
toutes les directions, l'appareil pourrait tomber s'il est pouss6

de ce c6t6 et causer ainsi des risques de blessure.

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WARNING': To reducethe riskof electricshockdo notremovecoveror back.
No user-serviceable partsinside. Refer servicingto qualifiedsenhee personnel.

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WARNING: Tp prevent f_e or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance
to rain or moisture.

intended to tell the user that user that important operating
parts inside the. product are a and servicing instructions are in

risk el electric shock to persons, the papers with the appliance.

Table of Contents

Congratulations ........................................................ 2

Customer Record ..................................................................... 2

Care and Cleaning ................................................................... 2

Specifications........................................................................... 2

Installation ................................................................. 3

Television Location................................................................... 3

Optional Cable Connections............................. ........................ 3

AC Power SupplyCord ... ........................................................ 3

Cable / Antenna........................................................................ 3

Cable Connection ..................................................................... 3

Antenna Connection................................................................. 3

Optional Equipment Connections............................................. 4

To Audio Amplifier.................................................................... 4

Audio Adjustments .................................................................. A

Picture In Picture (PIP) Operation ........................... 5

With/Without a VCR and Cable Box....................................... 5

With a VCR - No Cable Box ................................................... 6

Main Menu ................................................................. 7

ACTION Button ........................................................................ 7

CH / VOL Buttons ..................................................................... 7

Main Menu Feature Chart ......................................... 8

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Special Features ..................................................... 10

Languages .............................................................................. 10

Convergence Adjustment ....................................................... 10

Timer ...................................................................................... 11

Sleep Timer ............................................................................ 11

Program Timer ....................................................................... 12

CH CAP (Channel Caption) .................................................... 13

LOCK...................................................................................... 13

Game Guard Lock .................................................................. 13

Unlocking Game Guard .......................................................... 14

Troubleshooting Chart ........................................... 15

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CONGRA TULA TIONS

Congratulations

Customer Record

care and Cleaning

Your new Projection Television (P'I'V) system features a solid state chassis that is designed to
give you many years of enjoyment. It was thoroughly tested and tuned at the factory for best

performance.

The model and serial number of this product are located on the back of the PTV. You should

note the model and serial number in the space provided and retain as a permanent record of
your purchase. This will aid in identification in the event of theft or loss. Product registration.is

available at www.prodreg.com/panasonic.

Model
Number
Serial
Number

Projection Screen (Turn PTV Off)
The projection screen is a high precision lens system which does not attract dust.

O Occasionaldustingwitha featherdusterorvery softbrushusingonlyupand downmotions.

• Never rubacrossthescreeninsideto sidemotion.

O Infrequentwashing with a very weak solution of dishwashing soap, using a soft, lint-free

clean cloth.

• DO NOT USE ABRASIVE CLEANERS.

• Do not use window or glass cleaner, laundry detergent, automatic dishwasher soap, or

abrasive cleaners.

• Do not use alcohol, ammonia, or petroleum based products.

[3 Avoid excessive moisture and wipe dry.

• Prevent solution from running into the receiver below.

[3 Avoid bumping or scraping the screen.

• Protect the very fine grooves on the screen which transport the picture.

Cabinet and Remote Control
[3 For plastic cabinets and Remote Control, use a soft cloth dampened with water or a mild

detergent solution. Avoid excessive moisture and wipe dry.

I:1 For wooden cabinets, use a soft cloth and an occasional coat of furniture polish to preserve

the finish.

O Do not use benzene, thinner or other petroleum based products.

Specifications

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PowerSource

PT-51G53
PT-51G53X

2 Video Input Jacks

PT-61G53
PT-61G53X

1Vp-p, 75 Ohm, Phono Jack Type

_2 A

To AudioAMP Jack

Specifications are subject to change withoutnotice or obligation.

120V AC, 60Hz

VHF_12 UHF,56; Cable-113

.........

500mV RMS 47K Ohm:

0-2.0V RMS 4.7K Ohm

Installation

Television Location

Thisunitcanbeusedas an entertainmentcenter.Consultyourdealerforavailableoptions.-"

O Avoidexcessivesunlightorbrightlights,includingreflections.
13 Keep away fromexcessiveheator moisture. Inadequateventilationmay cause internal

O FluorescentlightingmayreduceRemoteControltransmittingrange.
O Avoid magneticequipment,includingmotors,fans,orexternalspeakers.

INSTALLATION

componentfailure.

Optional Cable

Connections

Shielded audio and video cables should be used between components. For best results:

O Use 75-ohm coaxial shielded cables,
O Check type of output and input connectors on your components.
O Determine required cable lengths,

AC Power Supply Cord

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRICSHOCK,MATCHWIDE BLADEOF PLUGTO
WIDESLOT OF ACOUTLETAND FULLYiNSERT. DO NOT USE A PLUGWITH A
RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADE CAN BE FULLY
iNSERTEDTO PREVENT BLADEEXPOSURE. FOR SOME MODELSTHATARE
NON-POLARIZED,THE USEOFAN ACADAPTORCONNECTOR MAY

BENECESSARY.

Cable / Antenna

For proper reception, either a cable or antenna connection is required,
Cable Connection

Connect the cable supplied by your local cable company.

Note: A cable converter box may be required for proper reception.

Antenna Connection

Incoming Cable from

Cable Company

Check with your local Cable company for compatibility
requirements.

For proper reception ofVHF/UHF channels, an external antenna is required. For
best reception an outdoor antenna isrecommended,

Antenna Mode must be set toTV inthe SET UP menu.

75 Ohm VHF/UHF

on back of PTV

Incoming Cable from

Home Antenna

Polarized plug

21,

" Cable Preset

Cable Mode is preset at the factory. Antenna

users mustchangeto AntennaMode in the Set

UpMenu.

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INSTALLATION

Optional Equipment Connections

VCR's, video disc players,video game consoles,and DSS equipment can also be connectedtothe

video inputs. See the optionalequipment manual fordetails.

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Procedure

1. Connect equipment as shown to rear AudioNideo input jacks.

2. Select the Video mode by pressing W/VIDEO button.

3. Operate optional equipment as instructedin equipment manual.

Note: The S-VIDEO connection is optiona/ and overrides other VIDEO connection. Use

INPUT 1, AUDIO R and L with S-VIDEO connection.

TERMINALS ON BACK OF PTV VCR

CABLES NOT SUPPLIED

TO AUDIO AMPlifier

Connect to an extemal audio amplifier inputfor listening to a stereo system.

Note:

Audio

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TO AUDIO AMP terminals cannot be connected directly to external speakers.

Adjustments

1.

Select TV SPEAKERS ON located in the AUDIO menu on screen.

2.

Set amplifier volume tominimum.

3,

Adjust PTV volume to desired level.

4.

Adjust amplifier volume to match the PTV.

5.

Select TV SPEAKERS OFF&VAO from AUDIO menu.

6.

Volume, mute, bass, treble and balance are now controlled from the PTV.

Note: In OFF&FAO the vo/urne is contro/led by the external amplifier