Panasonic TH-32LRU30, TH-42LRU30, TH-37LRU30 User Manual

Model No.

TH-32LRU30

TH-37LRU30

TH-42LRU30

Owner’s Manual

Hospitality LCD HDTV

	Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product.
English
	Please read these instructions before operating your set
	and retain them for future reference. The images shown in
	this manual are for illustrative purposes only.

TQB2AA0623

Experience an amazing level of multimedia excitement

Enjoy rich multimedia

SD memory card

Camcorder

VCR

Personal computer

Cable box

Amplifier with Speaker system

	DVD Recorder/	DVD Player/
	Blu-ray Disc recorder
		Blu-ray Disc player

This product incorporates the following software or technology:

(1)the software developed independently by or for Panasonic Corporation,

(2)the software owned by third party and licensed to Panasonic Corporation,

(3)the software developed by the Independent JPEG Group,

(4)the software developed by the FreeType Project.

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HDMI, the HDMI logo and HighDefinition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.

SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD3C, LLC.

This product qualifies for ENERGY STAR in the factory default setting and this is the setting in which energy savings will be achieved. Any modifications to the factory default setting or other factory default settings could result in greater energy consumption beyond levels that meet ENERGY STAR qualifications.

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

Contents

Please read before using the unit

Safety Precautions·········································4

Quick Start Guide

	Accessories/Optional Accessory····················7	Guide	StartQuick
	Connections ·················································10
	Identifying Controls ······································13

Enjoy your TV!

Basic Features

	TV operation ················································14	Viewing
	Watching Videos and DVDs·························15
	Displaying PC screen on TV ························16
	Viewing from an SD card ·····························18

Advanced Features

		How to Use Menu Functions························19	Advanced
		Lock ·····························································22
		Editing and Setting Channels·······················24
		Closed Caption ············································26
		Input Labels ·················································27
		Guest Menu ·················································28

FAQs, etc.

		Ratings List for Lock ····································29	FAQs,
		Technical Information···································30
		FAQ······························································34
		Care and Cleaning·······································36	.etc
		Specifications···············································37
		Limited Warranty··········································38

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Safety Precautions

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.

The lightning flash with arrowhead within a triangle is intended to tell the user that parts inside the product are a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within a triangle is intended to tell the user that important operating and servicing instructions are in the papers with the appliance.

Note to CATV System Installer

This reminder is provided to direct 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.

Secure Ventilation

Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation, and to ensure reliable operation of the LCD TV and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. There should be at least 10 cm of space from these openings. The openings should never be blocked by placing the LCD TV on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. This LCD TV should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase unless proper ventilation is provided.

Important Safety Instructions

1)Read these instructions.

2)Keep these instructions.

3)Heed all warnings.

4)Follow all instructions.

5)Do not use this apparatus near water.

6)Clean only with dry cloth.

7)Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8)Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9)Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10)Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11)Only use attachments / accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart / apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

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

14)Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

15)Operate only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home consult your television dealer or local power

company.

16)Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the LCD TV.

17)Never push objects of any kind into this LCD TV through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the LCD TV.

18)If an outside antenna is connected to the television equipment, be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges.

In the U.S. Section 810-21 of the National Electrical Code provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.

	EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA
	GROUNDING AS PER
	(NEC) NATIONAL	ANTENNA
	ELECTRICAL
	CODE	LEAD-IN WIRE
	GROUND CLAMP
		ANTENNA
	ELECTRIC	DISCHARGE UNIT
		(NEC SECTION 810-20)
	SERVICE
	EQUIPMENT	GROUNDING
		CONDUCTORS
		(NEC SECTION 810-21)
		GROUND CLAMPS
		POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
		ELECTRODE SYSTEM
		(NEC ART 250, PART H)

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19)An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines, other electric light, power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

20)Unplug this LCD TV from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

a.When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.

b.If liquid has been spilled into the LCD TV.

c.If the LCD TV has been exposed to rain or water.

d.If the LCD TV does not operate normally by following the operating instructions.

Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the LCD TV to normal operation.

e.If the LCD TV has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.

f.When the LCD TV exhibits a distinct change in performance - this indicates a need for service.

21)When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified by the manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

22)WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN,

MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING.

DO NOT PLACE LIQUID CONTAINERS (FLOWER VASES, CUPS, COSMETICS, ETC.) ABOVE THE SET (INCLUDING ON SHELVES ABOVE, ETC.).

23) WARNING: SMALL PARTS CAN PRESENT CHOKING HAZARD IF ACCIDENTALLY SWALLOWED. KEEP SMALL

PARTS AWAY FROM YOUNG CHILDREN.

DISCARD UNNEEDED SMALL PARTS AND OTHER OBJECTS, INCLUDING PACKAGING MATERIALS AND PLASTIC BAGS/SHEETS TO PREVENT THEM FROM BEING PLAYED WITH BY YOUNG CHILDREN, CREATING THE POTENTIAL RISK OF SUFFOCATION.

24) WARNING: To prevent the spread of fire, keep candles or other open flames away from this product at all times

25) CAUTION: The Power switch on this unit will not completely shut off all power from AC outlet. Since the power cord serves as the main disconnect device for the unit, you will need to unplug it from the AC outlet to shut down all power.

Therefore, make sure the unit has been installed so that the power cord can be easily unplugged from AC outlet in case of an accident. To avoid fire hazard, the power cord should also be unplugged from the AC outlet when left unused for a long period of time (for example, when on vacation).

26) CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THIS PLUG WITH A RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET

UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.

27)CAUTION: USE WITH OTHER STAND MAY RESULT IN INSTABILITY POSSIBLY CAUSING INJURY.

28)CAUTION: DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED. REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME

OR EQUIVALENT TYPE.

29) CAUTION: This LCD TV is for use only with the following optional accessory. Use with any other type of optional accessories may cause instability which could result in the possibility of injury.

(All of the following accessories are manufactured by Panasonic Corporation)

•Wall-hanging bracket: TY-WK3L2RW

Always be sure to ask a qualified technician to carry out set-up.

NOTE: This equipment is designed to operate in North America and other countries where the broadcasting system and AC house current are exactly the same as in North America.

FCC STATEMENT

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.

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.

FCC Caution:

To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instructions and use only shielded interface cables when connecting to computer or peripheral devices. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Panasonic Corp. of North America could void the user’s authority to operate this device.

FCC Declaration of Conformity

Model No. TH-32LRU30, TH-37LRU30, TH-42LRU30

Responsible Party:	Panasonic Corporation of North America
	Three Panasonic Way, 2F-5, Secaucus, NJ 07094
Contact Source:	Panasonic Solutions Company

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Safety Precautions (Continued)

CEA CHILD SAFETY NOTICES: Flat panel displays are not always supported on the proper stands or installed according to the manufacturer’s recommendations. Flat panel displays that are inappropriately situated on dressers, bookcases, shelves, desks, speakers, chests or carts may fall over and may cause personal injury or even death.

The consumer electronics industry (of which Panasonic is a member) is committed to making home entertainment enjoyable and safe. To prevent personal injury or death, be sure to follow the following safety guidelines:

TUNE INTO SAFETY:

One size does NOT fit all. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for the safe installation and use of your flat panel display.

Carefully read and understand all enclosed instructions for proper use of this product.

Don’t allow children to climb on or play with furniture and television sets.

Don’t place flat panel displays on furniture that can easily be used as steps, such as a chest of drawers.

Remember that children can become excited while watching a program, especially on “larger than life” flat panel displays. Care should be taken to install the display where it cannot be pushed, pulled over, or knocked down.

Care should be taken to route all cords and cables connected to the flat panel display so that they cannot be pulled or grabbed by curious children.

WALL MOUNTING: IF YOU DECIDE TO WALL MOUNT YOUR FLAT PANEL DISPLAY, ALWAYS:

Use a mount that has been recommended by the display manufacturer and/or listed by an independent laboratory (such as UL, CSA, ETL).

Follow all instructions supplied by the display and wall mount manufacturers.

If you have any doubts about your ability to safely install your flat panel display, contact your retailer about professional installation.

Make sure the wall where you are mounting the display is appropriate. Some wall mounts are not designed to be mounted to walls with steel studs or old cinder block construction. If you are unsure, contact a professional installer.

A minimum of two people are required for installation. Flat panel displays can be heavy.

The American Academy of Pediatrics discourages television viewing for children younger than two years of age.

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Accessories/Optional Accessory

Accessories Check you have all the items shown.

Accessories

Remote Control	Batteries for the
Transmitter	Remote Control
N2QAYB000485	Transmitter (2)
	AA Battery

Pedestal

TBL2AX0032 (TH-32LRU30) TBL2AX0048 (TH-37LRU30) TBL2AX0049 (TH-42LRU30)

How to assemble (p. 8)

Operating Instructions

Start Quick

Guide

Optional Accessory	Please contact your nearest Panasonic dealer to purchase the recommended
Wall-hanging bracket	wall-hanging bracket. For additional details, please refer to the wall-hanging
	bracket installation manual.
TY-WK3L2RW

	Back of the TV	Screw for fixing the TV onto the
	7.9 ”	wall-hanging bracket
		(not supplied with the TV)
	(200 mm)
		Depth of screw:
	7.9 ”
		Minimum: 0.39”	(10.0 mm)
	(200 mm)	Maximum: 0.47”	(12.0 mm)(32”/37”)
		1.57”	(40.0 mm) (42”)
		M6

	Holes for wall-hanging bracket	(View from the side)
	installation

WARNING

Customer assumes liability if mounting the unit themselves or if a Panasonic bracket is not used. Any damage resulting from not having a professional installer mount your unit will void your warranty.

Always be sure to ask a qualified technician to perform any necessary set-up. Incorrect fitting may cause equipment to fall, resulting in injury and product damage.

Do not mount the unit directly below ceiling lights (such as spotlights, floodlights or halogen lights) which typically give off high heat. Doing so may warp or damage plastic cabinet parts.

Take care when fixing wall brackets to the wall. Always ensure that there are no electrical cables or pipes in the wall before hanging bracket.

When using an angled-type wall hanging bracket, please ensure that there is sufficient space for the connecting cables so that they do not press against the wall when the TV is tilted forward.

For safety reasons, remove units no longer being used from their wall-mounted locations.

Accessory Accessories/Optional

Installing the remote’s batteries

Open

Close

Hook

Note the correct polarity (+ or -).

Caution

Incorrect installation may cause battery leakage and corrosion, resulting in damage to the remote control.

•Do not mix old and new batteries.

•Do not mix different battery types (such as alkaline and manganese batteries).

•Do not use rechargeable (Ni-Cd) batteries.

Do not burn or break batteries.	7

Accessories/Optional Accessory

(Continued)

Attaching the pedestal to TV

Assembling the pedestal

Fix securely with assembly screws A . (Total 4 screws) Tighten screws firmly.

A

Bracket

Front

Accessories

Assembly screws (4 of each)

A

XSS4+16FJK

M4 × 16

B

Base	THE2AC004J
(Image: TBL2AX0032)	M4 × 12
Set-up	Bracket (1)

Fix securely with assembly screws . (Total 4 screws)

Tighten screws firmly.

B

B

Base (1)

Foam mat or thick soft cloth

WARNING

Do not disassemble or modify the pedestal.

Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result.

Caution

Do not use any other TV and displays.

Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result.

Do not use the pedestal if it becomes warped or physically damaged.

If you use the pedestal when it is physically damaged, personal injury may result. Contact your nearest Panasonic Dealer immediately.

During set-up, make sure that all screws are securely tightened.

If sufficient care is not taken to ensure screws are properly tightened during assembly, the pedestal will not be strong enough to support the TV, and it might fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result.

Reference of connection

Antenna terminal	Pin terminals	HDMI terminal
	red blue green
	green
Firmly tighten by hand.	Match colors of plugs and terminals.	Insert firmly.
	Insert firmly.

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Location

Place the TV at a comfortable distance for viewing. Avoid placing it 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 an internal component failure. Keep away from areas of excessive heat or moisture.

Adjust the stand to your desired angle.

The stand angle can be rotate 30°/60°/90° to the right/left. (see Control rotation angle)

[Rotation angle: 30°]

b a

[Rotation angle: 60°]

a

b

TH-32LRU30 a: 9.8 ” (248 mm)	TH-32LRU30 a: 15.0 ” (381 mm)
b: 7.6 ” (193 mm)	b: 12.8 ” (323 mm)
TH-37LRU30 a: 11.0 ” (279 mm)	TH-37LRU30 a: 17.1	” (433 mm)
b: 8.8 ” (222 mm)	b: 14.7	” (373 mm)
TH-42LRU30 a: 12.5 ” (316 mm)	TH-42LRU30 a: 19.0	” (483 mm)
b: 9.8 ” (248 mm)	b: 16.5	” (418 mm)

Control rotation angle

The rotation angle can be controlled at 30° or 60°.

It is not necessary to attach the screws for the 90° angle rotation. Temporarily remove the 5 screws shown below.

Attach A screws (2) to each angle control position.

[Bottom view]					[Front of swivel plate]	[Back of swivel plate]
						[For 30°]
1						2

Swivel plate

5

3

	Set-up	4		[For 60°]
	[Back of fixed plate]	Use the specialized bit		Align the swivel hole in the bottom of the
		(supplied) in position	a ,	swivel plate with B wood screw that was

6.1” (155 mm)

and screw in B wood

6.5” (165 mm) screw (2).

a
b	0.079” – 0.091”	(2 – 2.3 mm)

screwed in previously, and place the TV set onto the swivel plate.

5.7” (144 mm)

[Rotation angle: 90°]

a

b

TH-32LRU30 a: 17.3 ” (439 mm) b: 14.2 ” (360 mm)

TH-37LRU30 a: 19.7 ” (500 mm) b: 16.4 ” (416 mm)

TH-42LRU30 a: 21.9 ” (555 mm) b: 18.4 ” (467 mm)

Accessories

A Screws (2)

XSN3+4FJ

M3 × 4

B Wood screw (4)

THM2AB001

C Bit (for pedestal) (1)

[View from above]

b

Lastly, use the C specialized bit to fix B Wood screw in place.

Accessory Accessories/Optional Start Quick

Guide

Slide the TV set forwards until it stops, then fix it in place.

• Place the TV set in a position where it will not protrude from the table when swiveled.	9
• Make sure there is enough space between the TV set and wall, so that when the TV set is swiveled it does not hit the wall.

Connections

Connection panel

Side panel

Back panel

RF connection*

* For more details on the external equipment’s connections, please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment.

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Connecting Antenna

VHF/UHF Antenna

•NTSC (National Television System Committee): Conventional broadcasting

•ATSC (Advanced Television Systems Committee):

Digital TV Standards include digital high-definition television (HDTV), standard-definition television (SDTV), data broadcasting, multichannel surround-sound audio and interactive television.

AC 110-127 V	VHF/UHF Antenna
60 Hz
	Cable TV or
Power Cord	Back of the TV
(Connect after all the
other connections.)

Cable

•You need to subscribe to a cable TV service to enjoy viewing their programming.

•You can enjoy high-definition programming by subscribing to a high-definition cable service.

The connection for high-definition can be done with the use of HDMI or Component Video cable. (see below)

•To view high-definition programming select the correct video input. (p. 15)

Example of connections

To use HDMI terminals

Side panel

Back panel

	AV Equipment
	HDMI
	AV OUT
HDMI cable	e.g. Blu-ray Disc
	player

Connections Start Quick

Guide

Connecting to the HDMI terminals will enable you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality sound. The HDMI connection is required for a 1080p signal.

To use COMPONENT terminals

		Y
green	green	green	COMPONENT
		PB
blue	blue	blue	VIDEO OUT
				AV Equipment
		PR
red
	red	red
		L		e.g. Blu-ray Disc
white	white	whiteR	AUDIO	player
			OUT
red	red	red

Note

Not all cables and external equipment shown in this book are supplied with the TV.

For more details on the external equipment’s connections, please refer to the operating manual for the equipment.

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Connections (Continued)

Example of connections

To use COMPOSITE terminals

Side panel Back panel

				AV Equipment
yellow	yellow	yellow	COMPOSITE	e.g. DVD Recorder
		L		or
white	white	white	OUT
red		R
	red	red		e.g. VCR

To use AUDIO OUT terminals

Optical digital audio cable

Audio cable

To use DATA/MTI terminal

Internal TA

External TA

Cross Cable

To use SERIAL terminal

RS232C cable

OPTICAL IN

Audio equipment

AUDIO IN

Connect a cable which matches the audio in terminal on the unit.

External device

e.g. Game controller

MTI OUT

	Terminal adapter
SERIAL OUT	External controller
	e.g. Bed side controller

To use PC terminal

Conversion adapter	PC
RGB PC cable (if necessary)
	PC OUT
	AUDIO OUT
Audio cable
	Connect a cable which matches
	the audio out terminal on the PC.

Note

Not all cables and external equipment shown in this book are supplied with the TV.

12 For more details on the external equipment’s connections, please refer to the operating manual for the equipment.