Panasonic TH-37PG9B User Manual

Operating Instructions

Progressive Wide Hospitality Plasma Display

Model No.

TH-37PG9B
TH-42PG9B

Please read these instructions before operating your set
and retain them for future reference.

English

The illustration shown is an image.

Dear Panasonic Customer

Welcome to the Panasonic family of customers. We hope that you will have many years of

enjoyment from your new Plasma 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 note down the model number and serial number of

your set in the space provided on the rear cover of these instructions.

Visit our Panasonic Web Site http://panasonic.net

Table of Contents

Important Safety Notice ........................................... 3

Safety Precautions ................................................... 4

Accessories .............................................................. 7

Accessories Supply ................................................. 7

Connections .............................................................. 8

PC Input Terminals connection ................................ 9

SERIAL Terminals connection ............................... 10

Power On / Off ......................................................... 11

Basic Controls ........................................................ 12

On-Screen Menu Displays ..................................... 14

Initial selections ..................................................... 16

Selecting the input signal ...................................... 16

Selecting the On-Screen Menu Language ............ 16

ASPECT Controls ................................................... 17

Adjusting Pos. /Size ............................................... 18

MULTI PIP ................................................................ 19

Advanced PIP .......................................................... 20

Picture Adjustments ............................................... 21

Advanced settings ................................................. 22

Sound Adjustment .................................................. 23

Mute ...................................................................... 23

Digital Zoom ............................................................ 24

PRESENT TIME Setup / Set up TIMER .................. 25

PRESENT TIME Setup .......................................... 25

Set up TIMER ........................................................ 26

Screensaver (For preventing after-images) ......... 27

Setup of Screensaver Time ................................... 28

Reduces screen after-image ................................. 28

Side Panel Adjustment .......................................... 29

Reduces power consumption ............................... 30

Customizing the Input labels ................................. 30

Setup for Input Signals .......................................... 31

Component / RGB-in select ................................... 31

3D Y/C Filter .......................................................... 31

Colour system / Panasonic Auto ........................... 32

Cinema reality / P-NR ............................................ 32

Sync ...................................................................... 33

H-Freq. (kHz) / V-Freq. (Hz) .................................. 33

Options Adjustments ............................................. 34

Shipping condition ................................................. 37

Troubleshooting ..................................................... 38

PC input signals ..................................................... 39

Specifi cations ......................................................... 40

Trademark Credits

• VGA is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.

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

• S-VGA is a registered trademark 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.

Note:

Do not allow a still picture to be displayed for an extended period, as this can cause a permanent after-image to
remain on the Plasma Display.
Examples of still pictures include logos, video games, computer images, teletext and images displayed in 4:3
mode.

2

Important Safety Notice

IMPORTANT: THE MOULDED PLUG

WARNING

1) To prevent damage which may result in fi re or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to dripping
or splashing.

Do not place containers with water (fl ower vase, cups, cosmetics, etc.) above the set. (including on

shelves above, etc.)

No naked fl ame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on / above the set.

2) To prevent electric shock, do not remove cover. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualifi ed
service personnel.

3) Do not remove the earthing pin on the power plug. This apparatus is equipped with a three pin earthing-type
power plug. This plug will only fi t an earthing-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to
insert the plug into the outlet, contact an electrician.

Do not defeat the purpose of the earthing plug.

4) To prevent electric shock, ensure the earthing pin on the AC cord power plug is securely connected.

CAUTION

This appliance is intended for use in environments which are relatively free of electromagnetic fi elds.
Using this appliance near sources of strong electromagnetic fi elds or where electrical noise may overlap with the
input signals could cause the picture and sound to wobble or cause interference such as noise to appear.
To avoid the possibility of harm to this appliance, keep it away from sources of strong electromagnetic fi elds.

FOR YOUR SAFETY, PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY.

This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 5 amp fuse is
fi tted in this plug. Shall the fuse need to be replaced, please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5
amps and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.

Check for the ASTA mark

If the plug contains a removable fuse cover, you must ensure that it is refi tted when the fuse is replaced.
If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained.
A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local Panasonic Dealer.

If the fi tted moulded plug is unsuitable for the socket outlet in your home, then the fuse shall be removed
and the plug cut off and disposed of safety. There is a danger of severe electrical shock if the cut off plug
is inserted into any 13 amp socket.

If a new plug is to be fi tted, please observe the wiring code as shown below.
If in any doubt, please consult a qualifi ed electrician.

WARNING : — THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED.

IMPORTANT : —The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: —
Green-and-Yellow : Earth Blue: Neutral Brown: Live

As the colours of the wire in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings
identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows.

IMPORTANT: THE MOULDED PLUG

or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse.

ASA

The wire which is coloured GREEN-AND-YELLOW must be connected to the terminal in the plug which
is marked with the letter E or by the Earth symbol or coloured GREEN or GREEN-AND-YELLOW.

The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal in the plug
which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.

The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal in the plug
which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED.

How to replace the fuse.

Open the fuse compartment with a screwdriver and replace the fuse.

3

Safety Precautions

WARNING

Setup

This Plasma Display is for use only with the following optional accessories. 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 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.)

• Pedestal ............................................................................................................. TY-ST09GR-S

• Wall-hanging bracket (vertical) ........................................................................... TY-WK42PV3W

• Wall-hanging bracket (angled) ........................................................................... TY-WK42PR2W, TY-WK42PR3W

• BNC Component Video Terminal Board ............................................................. TY-42TM6A

• BNC Composite Video Terminal Board .............................................................. TY-42TM6B

• BNC Dual Video Terminal Board ........................................................................ TY-FB9BD

• Ir Through Terminal Board ................................................................................. TY-FB9RT

• RCA Component Video Terminal Board ............................................................. TY-42TM6Z

• RCA Composite Video Terminal Board .............................................................. TY-42TM6V

• PC Input Terminal Board .................................................................................... TY-42TM6P

• RGB (Digital) Terminal Board ............................................................................. TY-42TM6D

• HDMI Terminal Board ......................................................................................... TY-FB8HM

• SCART Terminal Board ...................................................................................... TY-FB8SC

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

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.

Do not place the Plasma Display on sloped or unstable surfaces.

• The Plasma Display may fall off or tip over.

Do not place any objects on top of the Plasma Display.

•

If water is spills onto the Plasma Display or foreign objects get inside it, a short-circuit may occur which could result
in fi re or electric shock. If any foreign objects get inside the Plasma Display, please consult your local Panasonic
dealer.

Ventilation should not be impleded by covering the ventilation openings with items such as newspapers, table
cloths and curtains.

For suffi cient ventilation;
If using the pedestal (optional accessory) for the Plasma Display, leave a space of at least 10 cm at the top,
left and right, at least 6 cm at the bottom, and at least 7 cm at the rear. If using some other setting-up method,
leave a space of at least 10 cm at the top, bottom, left and right, and at least 7 cm at the rear.

4

Safety Precautions

When using the Plasma Display

The Plasma Display is designed to operate on 220 - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz.

Do not cover the ventilation holes.

• Doing so may cause the Plasma Display to overheat, which can cause fi re or damage to the Plasma Display.

Do not stick any foreign objects into the Plasma Display.

• Do not insert any metal or fl ammable objects into the ventilations holes or drop them onto the Plasma Display, as
doing so can cause fi re or electric shock.

Do not remove the cover or modify it in any way.

• High voltages which can cause severe electric shocks are present inside the Plasma Display. For any inspection,
adjustment and repair work, please contact your local Panasonic dealer.

Ensure that the mains plug is easily accessible.

An apparatus with CLASS I construction shall be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing
connection.

Securely insert the power supply plug as far as it will go.

• If the plug is not fully inserted, heat may be generated which could cause fi re. If the plug is damaged or the wall
socket is loose, they shall not be used.

Do not handle the power supply plug with wet hands.

• Doing so may cause electric shocks.

Do not do anything that may damage the power cable. When disconnecting the power cable, pull on the plug
body, not the cable.

• Do not damage the cable, make any modifi cations to it, place heavy objects on top of it, heat it, place it near any
hot objects, twist it, bend it excessively or pull it. To do so may cause fi re and electric shock. If the power cable is
damaged, have it repaired at your local Panasonic dealer.

If the Plasma Display is not going to be used for any prolonged length of time, unplug the power supply plug
from the wall outlet.

If problems occur during use

If a problem occurs (such as no picture or no sound), or if smoke or an abnormal odour starts to come out
from the Plasma Display, immediately unplug the power supply plug from the wall outlet.

• If you continue to use the Plasma Display in this condition, fi re or electric shock could result. After checking that
the smoke has stopped, contact your local Panasonic dealer so that the necessary repairs can be made. Repairing
the Plasma Display yourself is extremely dangerous, and shall never be done.

If water or foreign objects get inside the Plasma Display, if the Plasma Display is dropped, or if the cabinet
becomes damages, disconnect the power supply plug immediately.

• A short circuit may occur, which could cause fi re. Contact your local Panasonic dealer for any repairs that need to
be made.

5

Safety Precautions

CAUTION

When using the Plasma Display

Do not bring your hands, face or objects close to the ventilation holes of the Plasma Display.

• Heated air comes out from the ventilation holes at the top of Plasma Display will be hot. Do not bring your hands
or face, or objects which cannot withstand heat, close to this port, otherwise burns or deformation could result.

Be sure to disconnect all cables before moving the Plasma Display.

• If the Plasma Display is moved while some of the cables are still connected, the cables may become damaged,
and fi re or electric shock could result.

Disconnect the power supply plug from the wall socket as a safety precaution before carrying out any
cleaning.

• Electric shocks can result if this is not done.

Clean the power cable regularly to prevent it becoming dusty.

• If dust built up on the power cord plug, the resultant humidity can damage the insulation, which could result in fi re.
Pull the power cord plug out from the wall outlet and wipe the mains lead with a dry cloth.

This Plasma Display radiates infrared rays, therefore it may affect other infrared communication equipment.
Install your infrared sensor in a place away from direct or refl ected light from your Plasma Display.

Cleaning and maintenance

The front of the display panel has been specially treated. Wipe the panel surface gently using only a cleaning
cloth or a soft, lint-free cloth.

• If the surface is particularly dirty, wipe with a soft, lint-free cloth which has been soaked in pure water or water to
which a small amount of neutral detergent has been added, and then wipe it evenly with a dry cloth of the same
type until the surface is dry.

• Do not scratch or hit the surface of the panel with fi ngernails or other hard objects, otherwise the surface may
become damaged. Furthermore, avoid contact with volatile substances such as insect sprays, solvents and thinner,
otherwise the quality of the surface may be adversely affected.

If the cabinet becomes dirty, wipe it with a soft, dry cloth.

• If the cabinet is particularly dirty, soak the cloth in water to which a small amount of neutral detergent has been
added and then wring the cloth dry. Use this cloth to wipe the cabinet, and then wipe it dry with a dry cloth.

• Do not allow any detergent to come into direct contact with the surface of the Plasma Display. If water droplets get
inside the unit, operating problems may result.

• Avoid contact with volatile substances such as insect sprays, solvents and thinner, otherwise the quality of the
cabinet surface may be adversely affected or the coating may peel off. Furthermore, do not leave it for long periods
in contact with articles made from rubber or PVC.

6

Accessories

Accessories Supply

Check that you have the accessories and items shown

Operating Instruction book

I Year Guarantee
Registration

Power supply cord Fixing bands × 2

CRM
(Customer Relationship
Management)

The remote control is not included with this set. Available for purchase separately.

Object model : EUR7636090R

7

Connections

– AC cord fi xing

Connect power plug to

1

the socket of the main
body.

2

Fix the clamper.

– Cable fi xing bands Secure any excess cables with bands as required.

Pass the attached cable
fi xing band through the
clip as shown in the
fi gure.

To secure cables connected to Terminals, wrap the cable fi xing band around them
then pass the pointed end through the locking block, as shown in the fi gure.

While ensuring there is suffi cient slack in cables to minimize stress (especially
in the power cord), fi rmly bind all cables with the supplied fi xing band.

1

2

AC cord connection (see page 11)

How to fi x:
Fix by pushing in until a
clicking sound is heard.

To tighten: To loosen:

Pull

How to release:
Pull up while drawing in
the knob.

Push the catch

8

1

2

SLOT2SLOT1 SLOT3

Optional Terminal
Board Insert Slot
(covered)

From EXTERNAL
monitor terminal on
Computer (see page 9)

AUDIO

SERIALPC IN

From SERIAL Terminal
on Computer
(see page 10)

Pull

PC Input Terminals connection

COMPUTER

Conversion adapter
(if necessary)

RGB

PC cable

Connections

AUDIO

PC IN

Mini D-sub 15p

Audio

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

Stereo plug

Notes:

• Due to space limitations, occasionally you may have trouble connecting Mini D-sub 15P cable with ferrite core to PC input
Terminal.

• Computer signals which can be input are those with a horizontal scanning frequency of 15 to 110 kHz and vertical scanning
frequency of 48 to 120 Hz. (However, the image will not be displayed properly if the signals exceed 1,200 lines.)

• The display resolution is a maximum of 640 × 480 dots (TH-37PG9B, TH-42PG9B when the aspect mode is set to
“4:3”, and 852 × 480 dots (TH-37PG9B, TH-42PG9B) when the aspect mode is set to “16:9”. If the display resolution
exceeds these maximums, it may not be possible to show fi ne detail with suffi cient clarity.

• The PC input terminals are DDC1/2B-compatible. If the computer being connected is not DDC1/2B-compatible, you
will need to make setting changes to the computer at the time of connection.

• Some PC models cannot be connected to the set.

• There is no need to use an adapter for computers with DOS/V compatible Mini 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.

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

• To use sync input VBS signals, use the connector which incorporates a 75-ohm termination resistance and which is
available on the market, for the connection of the HD connector where the VBS signals are to be input.

Signal Names for Mini D-sub 15P Connector

Pin No. Signal Name Pin No. Signal Name Pin No. Signal Name

1514131211

67839

1

2

10

45

Pin Layout for PC Input
Terminal

1

2

3

4

5

R (PR/CR)

B (PB/CB)

NC (not connected)

GND (Ground)

G (Y)

6

7

8

9

10

GND (Ground)

GND (Ground)

GND (Ground)

NC (not connected)

GND (Ground)

11

NC (not connected)

12

13

14

15

HD/SYNC

SDA

VD

SCL

9

Connections

SERIAL Terminals connection

The SERIAL terminal is used when the Plasma Display is controlled by a computer.

COMPUTER

RS-232C Straight cable

SERIAL

Pin layout for RS-232C

9876

53214

D-sub 9p

Notes:

• Use the RS-232C cable to connect the computer to the Plasma Display.

• The computer shown is for example purposes only.

• Additional equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this set.

The SERIAL terminal conforms to the RS-232C interface specifi cation, so that the Plasma Display can be controlled
by a computer which is connected to this terminal.
The computer will require software which allows the sending and receiving of control data which satisfi es the conditions
given below. Use a computer application such as programming language software. Refer to the documentation for
the computer application for details.

Communication parameters

Signal level RS-232C compliant

Synchronization method Asynchronous

Baud rate 9600 bps

Parity None

Character length 8 bits

Stop bit 1 bit

Flow control -

D-sub 9-pin female Details

RS-232C Conversion cable

2
3
5

4

6

•
7
8

1

9

•

R X D

T X D

GND

Non use

Shorted

NC

Basic format for control data

The transmission of control data from the computer
starts with a STX signal, followed by the command,
the parameters, and lastly an ETX signal in that order.
If there are no parameters, then the parameter signal
does not need to be sent.

STX C1 C2 C3 P1 P2 P3 P4: P5 ETX

Start
(02h)

Colon Parameter(s)
3-character
command (3 bytes)

(1 - 5 bytes)

End
(03h)

Notes:

• If multiple commands are transmitted, be sure to wait
for the response for the fi rst command to come from
this unit before sending the next command.

• If an incorrect command is sent by mistake, this
unit will send an “ER401” command back to the
computer.

10

Command

Command Parameter Control details
PON None Power ON
POF None Power OFF
AVL

AMT

IMS None

DAM None

**
0 Audio mute OFF

1 Audio mute ON

SL1
SL2
SL3
PC1

NORM
ZOOM
FULL
JUST
SELF

Volume 00 - 63

Input select (toggle)
Slot1 input
Slot2 input
Slot3 input
PC input

Screen mode select (toggle)
4 : 3
Zoom
16 : 9
Just
Panasonic Auto

With the power off, this display responds to PON command
only.

Power On / Off

Connecting the AC cord plug to the Plasma Display.

Fix the AC cord plug securely to the
Plasma Display with the clamper.
(see page 8)

Connecting the plug to the Wall Outlet

Note:

Main plug types vary between countries. The power plug shown
at right may, therefore, not be the type fi tted to your set.

Press the Power switch on the Plasma Display to turn the set
on: Power-On.

Power Indicator: Green

Example: The screen below is displayed for a while after the

Plasma Display is turned on. (setting condition is an
example.)

Press the button on the remote control to turn the Plasma Display off.

Power Indicator: Red (standby)

Press the button on the remote control to turn the Plasma Display on.

Remote Control Sensor

Power Indicator

Power Indicator: Green

Turn the power to the Plasma Display off by pressing the switch on the
unit, when the Plasma Display is on or in standby mode.

Note:

During operation of the power management function, the power indicator turns
orange in the power off state.

11

Basic Controls

Remote control sensor

INPUT

MENU

VOL

INPUT button

(INPUT1, INPUT2, INPUT3 and
PC IN selection)
(see page 16)

ENTER/

Power Indicator

The Power Indicator will light.

• Power-OFF .... Indicator not illuminated (The unit

will still consume some power
as long as the power cord is still
inserted into the wall outlet.)

• Standby .......... Red

• Power-ON ...... Green

• DPMS .............Orange (With PC input signal

and during operation of PC’s
screensaver.)

Main Power On / Off Switch

N button (see page 18, 21, 22, 23)

POS. / SIZE button (see page 18)

PICTURE button (see page 21)

Volume Adjustment

Volume Up “+” Down “–”
When the menu screen is displayed:
“+”: press to move the cursor up
“–”: press to move the cursor down
(see page 14)

Enter / Aspect button

This button is locked by initial setting.
(see page 14, 17)

MENU Screen ON / OFF

This button is locked by initial setting.
Each time the MENU button is pressed, the
menu screen will switch. (see page 14)

Normal Viewing Picture Setup

Sound Pos. /Size

SURROUND button

The surround setting switches on and off each time
the SURROUND button is pressed.
The benefi ts of surround sound are enormous. You
can be completely enveloped in sound; just as if
you were at a concert hall or cinema.

Note:

The surround settings are memorized separately
for each Sound Mode (Normal, Dynamic, Clear).

On Off

Surround

On

INPUT button
(INPUT1, INPUT2, INPUT3 and PC IN selection)

Press to select INPUT1, INPUT2, INPUT3 and PC IN
input SLOTS sequentially. (see page 16)

Sound mute On / Off (see page 23)

Numeric buttons (see page 36)

ASPECT button

Press to adjust the aspect. (see page 17)

MULTI Window buttons (see page 19)

12

Basic Controls

The remote control is not included with this set. Available for purchase separately.

Object model : EUR7636090R

Standby (ON / OFF) button

The Plasma Display must fi rst be plugged into the wall outlet and turned on at the power switch (see page 11).
Press ON to turn the Plasma Display On, from Standby mode. Press OFF to turn the Plasma Display Off to Standby
mode.

POSITION

buttons

ACTION button

Press to make
selections.

SOUND button

(see page 23)

R button (see page 15)
Press the R button to return to previous menu screen.

Status button

Press the “Status” button to display the current system status.

PC

4:3

1

Input label

1

2

2

Aspect mode (see page 17)
Off timer

3

The off timer indicator is

Off timer 90

displayed only when the off

3

timer has been set.

SET UP button (see page 14, 15)

DIRECT INPUT buttons

Press the INPUT “1”, “2”, “3” or “PC” input mode selection button to
select the PC input mode.
This button is used to switch directly to INPUT mode.
These buttons can only display the slot which is installed. If you
press the button whose slot is not installed, it automatically displays
the current input signal.

Note:

After-image (image lag) may occur on the plasma display panel
when a still picture is kept on the panel for an extended period.
The function that darkens the screen slightly is activated to prevent
after-image (see page 38), this function is not the perfect solution
to after-image.

Channel Adjustment

This button cannot be used for this model.

Volume Adjustment

Press the Volume Up “+” or Down “–” button to increase or decrease
the sound volume level.

OFF TIMER button

The Plasma Display can be preset to switch to stand-by after a
fi xed period. The setting changes to 30 minutes, 60 minutes, 90
minutes and 0 minutes (off timer cancelled) each time the button
is pressed.

30 60

90

0

When three minutes remain, “Off timer 3” will fl ash.
The off timer is cancelled if a power interruption occurs.

Digital Zoom (see page 24)

Press to access
Digital Zoom.

This displays an enlargement of the designated part of the
displayed image.

13

On-Screen Menu Displays

MENU

ENTER/

INPUT

VOL

To Picture adjust menu
(see page 21)

Normalise

Picture Mode
Contrast
Brightness
Colour
Tint
Sharpness

White balance
Colour Management
Advanced settings

Normal

Normal

25

0
0
0
3

Normal

Press to select
“On”.

Press to enter
Advanced settings.

To Advanced settings
(see page 21, 22)

Advanced settings

Normalise

Black extension
Input level
W/B High R
W/B High B
W/B Low R
W/B Low B
Gamma
AGC

Normal

0
0
0
0
0
0

2.2
Off

Off
On

The MENU button on the unit can also

1

be pressed.

1/2Picture

Each time the MENU button is pressed,

[ from the unit ]

Press to select.

the menu screen will switch.

Normal Viewing Picture Setup

2/2Picture

Sound Pos. /Size

MENU

INPUT

VOL

1

Press to select.

1

2

Press to access each adjust

ENTER/

2

screen.

RGB

PC
Off
Off
Off
Off

1/2

)

Setup

Signal

Component/RGB-in select

Input label

Power save
Standby save
Power management
Auto power off
OSD Language English (UK

To Pos./Size adjust menu
(see page 18)

During “AV(S Video)”,
“Component” and “Digital” input
signal.

Pos. /Size

Normalise

Normal

H-Pos
H-Size
V-Pos
V-Size

During “RGB / PC” input signal.

Pos. /Size

Normalise

Normal

H-Pos
H-Size
V-Pos
V-Size

Clock Phase

14

To Sound adjust menu
(see page 23)

Sound

Normalise

Sound Mode
Bass
Mid
Treble
Balance
Surround
Audio Out (PIP)

Normal

0
0
0
0

2/2Setup

Screensaver

MULTI DISPLAY Setup

Set up TIMER

PRESENT TIME Setup

Normal

Off

Main