Panasonic PT-56HX40CB, PT-56HX40B, PT-56HX40, PT-51HX40CB, PT-51HX40B Owner’s Manual

Panason,c

ColorVideoProjectionSystem
Operating Instructions

PT-51HX40

PT-61HX40 PT-56HX40

ISSUE 0

TQB2AA0342 00320

PRINTED IN USA

WARNING

To move set, push from left side of set. Casters on fight side
do not pivot in all directions. Set can tip over if moved from

fight side, with risk of personal injury.

ADVERTENClA

Para mover el conjunto, empuje desde el lado Izquierdo del

mismo. Los rolanas de la derecha no son pivotantes en todas
las direcciones. E1 conjunto se puede tumbar si se 1o mueve
desde el lado derecho, corriendo asi el riesgo de sufrir dafios

personales.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Table of Contents

Congratulations ........................................................ 3

CustomerRecord..................................................................... 3

Care andCleaning................................................................... 3

Specifications........................................................................... 3

Installation ................................................................. 4

TelevisionLocation................................................................... 4

OptionalCable Connections..................................................... 4

AC PowerSupplyCord ............................................................ 4

Cable/ Antenna........................................................................ 4

OptionalEquipmentConnections...........:................................. 5

VCR Connection....................................................................... 5

CableBox Connection.............................................................. 6

VCR and Cable BoxConnection.............................................. 7

AmplifierConnection (To AudioAmp) ..................................... 8

ProgramOutConnection (Ping.Out)........................................ 8

DolbyCenter Channel InputConnection.................................. 9

DigitalTV. Set-Top(DTV-STB)or DVD

Connection..............................................................10

Picture In Picture (PIP) Operation ......................... 11

BasicPIP Operation.............................................................. 11

PIP Operationwitha Cable Box............................................ 11

RollerGuideMenu Navlgat=on.............................12

BasicNavigation..................................................................... 12

RemoteControlGuide............................................................ 12

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RollerGuideFeatureChart....................................13

SpecialFeatures.....................................................16

Menu Languages.................................................................... 16

ProgramChannels.......................,.......................................... 16

ClosedCaptioning.................................................................. 16

ClosedCaptionon Mute......................................................... 17

Convergence............................................................... ::.:.......17

Sleep Timer..................................................................... _......19

Timer 1and 2 ......................................................................... 19

PictureAdjustments............................................................... 20

AudioDolbyCenter Mode & Fo(edAudioOut ........................20

ChannelsFavoriteand Captions............................................21

Lock....................................................................................... 22

Troubleshooting Chart ........................................... 23

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Read these instructions completely before operating PTV.

Contents are subject to change without notice or obligation.
Copyright2000 by MatsushitaElectricCorporaUonof America. Allrightsreserved.

Unauthorizedcopyinganddistributionisa violationoflaw.

Congratulations

Your new ProjectionTelevision(PTV) features state-of-the-arttechnology for high

quality picture and sound with complete audio/video connectionsfor your home

theater system.Your PTV isdesignedto give you many years of enjoyment. It was
thoroughly testedand tuned atthefactoryfor best performance.

Customer Record

The model and serial number of this product are located on the back of the PTV. You
shouldnote the model and serial number in the space provided andretain as a permanent

recordof your purchase. Thiswill aid in identification in the event oftheft or loss. Product
registratonfor U.S. customersis available at: www.prodreg.com/panasonic.

Care and Cleaning

Projection Screen (Tum PTV Off)

CONGRATULATIONS

Model
Number

Serial

Number

Specifications

"I'Veprojectionscreen is a highprecisionlens system whichhas a protectivescreen.
The protectivescreen isfully washablewiththe followingprecautions:

[3 Use a mildsoap solutionor windowcleaner and a clean cloth.

• DO NOT USE ABRASIVECLEANERS.

• Do notuse laundrydetergentor automaticdishwashersoap.

• Do notuse alcohol, ammonia,orpetroleum based products.

[3 Avoidexcessive moisture endwipe dry.

• Preventsolution from runningintothe receiverbelow.

I-I Avoidbumpingor scrapingthe screen.

Cabinet and Remote Control

rl For cabinetsand remotecontrol, use a soft cloth dampenedwithwater or a mild

detergentsolution. Avoidexcessivemoistureand wipe dry.

t'l Do not usebenzene, thinneror otherpetroleum based products.

Power Source

PT.51HX40 (3.SA)

PT.r=6HX40(3.6A)

PT-61HX40 (3.6A)

Chain=CapahaW.181

4 Video Input Jacks

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Video Output Jack

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Component Input(Y/Pal PR)

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tVp-p, "/5Ohm, PhonoJackType

1Vp-p, 75 Ohm, Phono Jack Type

120V AC, 60Hz

VHF-12; UHF,ro6;Cable-125

500mV RMS47K Ohm

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0-2J)V RMS4.7K Ohm

75 Ohm,PhonoJackType

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Specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.

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INSTALLATION

Installation

Television Location

This unitcan be usedas an entertainmentcenter. Consultyourdealer foravailableoptions.

rl Avoidexcessivesunlightor bdghtlights,includingreflections.
[] Keep away from excessiveheat or moisture. Inadequateventilationmay cause internal

componentfailure.

[] Fluorescentlightingmayreduceremotecontrol transmittingrange.
[] Keepawayfrom magnetic equipment, includingmotors,fansand externalspeakers.

Optional Cable Connections

Shieldedaudioand videocables shouldbe used between components. For bestresults:

[] Use75-ohm coaxial shieldedcables.
[] Use appropriateinputand outputconnectors, that matchyourcomponent connectors.

[] Avoidlongcables to minimizeinterference.

AC Power Supply Cord

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADEOF PLUG TO

WIDE SLOT OF AC OUTLETAND FULLY INSERT, DO NOT USEA PLUGWITH A

RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADE CAN BE FULLY
INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE. FOR SOME MODELS THAT ARE Potarizedp_g
NON-POLARIZED,THE USE OF AN AC ADAPTOR CONNECTOR MAY

BE NECESSAR_

Cable / Antenna

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

Cable Connection IncomingCable from
Connectthe cable suppliedby yourlocal cablecompany.

CableCompany

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

Check with your local cable company for compatibMy

requirements.

Antenna Connections

For properreceptionofVHFAJHF channels,an extemalantenna is required.For

bestreceptionan outdoorantennais recommended.

Connect home antenna to ANT1 connectionon beck of |ncomlngCablefrom
television.SelectTV modeand ANT1 in the SET UP menu HomeAntenna

underProgChan.

1_j .. Cable Preset

Cable Mode is preset at the factory.
Antennausersmustchangeto TV Modeand

ANT 1 inthe Set Up menu.

75 OhmVHFAJHF

onbackof PTV

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Optional Equipment Connections

VCR Connection

Follow this diagram when connectingyour television to a VCR only.

INSTALLATION

_VCR

CABLES NOT SUPPLIED

IncomingCable

Note: The remote control must be programmed with supplied codes to operate the VCR. See

Programming the Remote Controlin the Remote Control Quick Reference Guide.

TERMINALSON BACK OF PTV

V_mwinga television program

Procedure

1. Select ANT1 in the SET UP menu under ProgChen (Program Channels).

2. Tune the television to the television programyou wantto view.

Viewing a video

Procedure

o option A

1. Select ANT1 in the SET UP menu under Prog Chen (Program Channels).

2. Press the TVNIDEO button on the remote control to select the video input (VIDEO 1,

VIDEO 2, etc.) connected to your VCR.

3. Begin the video.

O Option B

1. Select ANT2 in the SET UP menu under ProgChart (Program Channels).

2. Tune the television to Channel 3 or 4, dependingon yourVCR.

3. Beginthe video.

Recording a television program
Procedure

C] Option A (Recording and viewing the same program)

1. Select ANT2 in the SET UP menu under ProgChan (Program Channels).

2. Tune the television to Channel 3 or 4, depending on your VCR,

3. Using the VCR, tune to the television programyouwant to record.

4. Begin recording.

_l Option B (Recording one programwhileviewing another program)

1. Select ANT1 inthe SET UP menu under ProgChart (Program Channels),

2. Press the W/VIDEO button on the remote control to select the video input (VIDEO 1,
VIDEO 2, etc,) connected to yourVCR.

3. Using the VCR, tune tothe television programyou want to record.

4. Begin recording.

5. Press the W/VIDEO buttonon the remote controlto switchbackto TV mode.

6. Tune the television to the television programyou wantto view.

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INSTALL4 TION

Optional Equipment Connections (Cont.)

Open the door on the PTV front panel to use the connectionsfor your optional

equipment(Palmcorder,VCR, or other video components).Select input4 mode by

pressing TVN1DEO button.

CONNECTIONS OF FRONT OF PTV

Cable Box Connection
Followfinisdiagramwhenconnectingyourtele_siontoa cableboxonly.

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TERMINALSON BACKOF PTV

Cable Box

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l INPUT OUTPUT 1

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IncondngCab_from
CabkaCompany

Note: The remote control must be programmed with suppl'_d codes to operate the cable

box. See Programming the Remote Control in the Remote Control Quick Reference

Guide.

Viewing a premium (ecramblec0 cable channel

Procedure

1. Select ANT2 in _e SET UP menu under Prog Chan (Program Channels).

2. Tune _e televisk_n to Channel 3.

3. Using finecable box, tune to the premium cable channel you want to _ew.

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Note: To use special features such as Favorite Channels and Channel Captions (see Special

Features section for more information), ANT1 must be selected in the SET UP menu
under Prog Chan.