Panasonic TH-37PW4BX User Manual

Wide Plasma Display

PLASMA DISPLAY

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Operating Instructions

TH-37PW4

Model No.

TH-42PW4

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

English

TQBC0277-1

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 bef ore ma kin g 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://www.panasonic.co.jp/global/

Trademark Credits

VGA is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.

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S-VGA is a registered trademark of the AV Electronics Standard Association.

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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.

Table of Contents

Basic

Important Safety Notice...........................................4

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

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

Optional Accessories .............................................. 7

Remote Control Batteries........................................ 8

With Optional RCA Terminal Board

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

Power On/Off and input signal selection ............. 14

AC cord connection...............................................14

Power On/Off ........................................................ 14

Select the input signal........................................... 15

Selecting the On-Screen Menu Language............ 15

On screen Menu Display from Remote Control...16

ASPECT Controls................................................... 18

Adjusting Picture Pos./Size...................................20

Sound Adjustment ................................................. 22

Mute ......................................................................22

Surround Controls ................................................. 23

Picture Adjustments .............................................. 24

Screensaver (For preventing after-images) ......... 26

Connections ............................................................. 9

How to connect the PC Input Terminals ................ 10

How to connect the SERIAL Terminals ................. 11

Side Panel Adjustment..........................................27

Setup for input signals .......................................... 28

Component/RGB-in select .................................... 28

3D Y/C Filter – For NTSC video images ............... 28

Colour system / Panasonic Auto........................... 29

[Sync] ....................................................................30

[Pull-in range]........................................................ 30

[Clamp position] .................................................... 30

[H-Freq. (kHz)/V-Freq. (Hz)] .................................. 30

Troubleshooting ..................................................... 31

Connections ...........................................................33

A V Input Terminals connection.............................. 34

Component/RGB Input connection ....................... 35

Specifications......................................................... 38

Important Safety Notice

WARNING: To prevent damage which may result in fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance

to rain or moisture. Do not place containers with water (flower vase, cups, cosmetics, etc.) above the set. (including on shelves above, etc.)

WARNING: 1) To prevent electric shock, do not remove cover. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing

to qualified service personnel.

2) 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 fit 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.

3) This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case you may be required to take adequate measures.

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

IMPORTANT: THE MOULDED PLUG

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

fitted 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 refitted 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 fitted 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 fitted, please observe the wiring code as shown below. If in any doubt, please consult a qualified 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

ASA

or the BSI mark

on the body of the fuse.

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.

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

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.

or coloured GREEN or GREEN-AND-YELLOW.

Important Safety Notice

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.)

Speakers

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Pedestal

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Wall stand

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Mobile stand

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Wall-hanging bracket (vertical)

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Wall-hanging bracket (angled)

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Ceiling unit

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RCA Terminal Board

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

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

The Plasma Display may fall off or tip over.

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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

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result in fire or electric shock. If any foreign objects get inside the Plasma Display, please consult your local Panasonic dealer.

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TY -SP37P4W -S(TH-37PW4), TY-SP42PM3W(TH-42PW4) TY-ST42PT3-S TY-ST42PW1 TY-ST42PF3(TH-42PW4) TY -WK37PV3(TH-37PW4), TY-WK42PV1(TH-42PW4) TY-WK42PR1(TH-42PW4) TY-CE42PS1 TY-37TM4ZB(TH-37PW4), TY-42TM4ZB(TH-42PW4)

If using the pedestal (optional accessory), 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 a least 10 cm at the top, bottom, left and right, and at least 1.9 cm at the rear.

Avoid installing this product near electronic equipment that generates electromagnetic waves.

It will cause interference in image, sound, etc. In particular, keep video equipment away from this product.

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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 fire or damage to the Plasma Display.

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Do not stick any foreign objects into the Plasma Display.

Do not insert any metal or flammable objects into the ventilations holes or drop them onto the Plasma Display,

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as doing so can cause fire 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

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inspection, adjustment and repair work, please contact your local Panasonic dealer.

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

If the plug is not fully inserted, heat may be generated which could cause fire. If the plug is damaged or the wall

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socket plate is loose, they shall not be used.

Do not handle the power cord plug with wet hands.

Doing so may cause electric shocks.

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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 modifications to it, place heavy objects on top of it, heat it, place it near

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any hot objects, twist it, bend it excessively or pull it. To do so may cause fire 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 cord plug from the wall outlet.

Important Safety Notice

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 cord plug from the wall outlet.

If you continue to use the Plasma Display in this condition, fire or electric shock could result. After checking that

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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 cord plug immediately.

A short circuit may occur, which could cause fire. Contact your local Panasonic dealer for any repairs that need

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to be made.

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

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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,

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and fire or electric shock could result.

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

Electric shocks can result if this is not done.

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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

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fire. Pull the power cord plug out from the wall outlet and wipe the mains lead with a dry cloth.

CAUTION

This appliance is intended for use in environments which are relatively free of electromagnetic fields. Using this appliance near sources of strong electromagnetic fields 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 fields.

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

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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 fingernails or other hard objects, otherwise the surface may

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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

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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 .

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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

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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.

Accessories

Accessories Supply

Check that you have the accessories and items shown

Operating Instruction book

Remote Control Transmitter EUR646525

Guarantee Card

AC cord

Optional Accessories

INPUT

SURROUND

VOL

PICTURE

SET UP

SOUND

PICTURE POS. /SIZE

ASPECT

OFF TIMER

PLASMA DISPLAY

Fixing bands TMME187 × 2

Batteries for the Remote Control Transmitter (2 × R6 Size)

Ferrite core J0KF00000018 × 2

Speakers

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TY-SP37P4W-S(TH-37PW4) TY-SP42PM3W(TH-42PW4)

Wall-hanging bracket

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(vertical) TY-WK37PV3(TH-37PW4)

TY-WK42PV1(TH-42PW4)

Pedestal

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TY-ST42PT3-S

Wall-hanging bracket

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(angled) TY-WK42PR1(TH-42PW4)

Wall stand

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TY-ST42PW1

Ceiling unit

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TY-CE42PS1

Mobile stand

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TY-ST42PF3(TH-42PW4)

RCA Terminal Board

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TY-37TM4ZB(TH-37PW4)

TY-42TM4ZB(TH-42PW4)

For assembling

Full instructions are supplied with each optional accessory for use with this Plasma Display.

Remote Control Batteries

Requires two R6 batteries.

1. Turn the transmitter face down. Press and slide off the battery cover.

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

3. Replace the cover and slide in reverse until the lock snaps.

Two "R6" size

Helpful Hint:

For frequent remote control users, replace old batteries with Alkaline batteries for longer life.

Precaution on battery use

Incorrect installation can cause battery leakage and corrosion that will damage the remote control transmitter.

Observe the following precaution:

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

2. Do not combine a used battery with a new one.

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

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

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

Connections

When connecting the speakers, be sure to use only the optional accessory speakers. Refer to the speaker’s Installation Manual for details on speaker installation.

Speakers (Optional accessories)

SPEAKERS Terminals (R)

SPEAKERS Terminals (L)

– Cable fixing bands

Secure any excess cables with bands as required.

Pass the attached cable fixing band through the clip as shown in the figure.

To tighten:

Pull

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

To loosen:

Push the catch

Pull

From EXIT monitor terminal on Computer (see page 10)

AUDIO

SERIALPC IN

From SERIAL Terminal on Computer (see page 11)

Connections

67839

1514131211

How to connect the PC Input Terminals

COMPUTER

–

VOL

INPUT

POWER /

R - STANDBY G POWER ON

AUDIO

PC IN

Conversion adapter (if necessary)

D-sub 15p

RGB

PC cable

Ferrite core (supplied)

Less than

(20 cm)

Audio

1/8" (3mm) stereo plug

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

Installing the ferrite core

Open

Pull back the tabs (in two places)

Press the cable through and close

Notes:

(1) Computer signals which can be input are those with a horizontal scanning frequency of 15.5 to 110 kHz and

vertical scanning frequency of 48 to 120 Hz. (However, signals cannot be displayed if signals exceeding 1200 lines will not be displayed properly .)

(2) The display resolution is a maximum 640 × 480 dots when the aspect mode is set to “4:3”, and 852 × 480 dots

when the aspect mode is set to “16:9”. If the display resolution exceeds these maximums, it may not be possible to show fine detail with sufficient clarity.

(3) 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. (4) Some PC models cannot be connected to the set. (5) There is no need to use an adapter for computers with DOS/V compatible D-sub 15P terminal. (6) The computer shown in the illustration is for example purposes only. (7) Additional equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this set. (8) Do not set the horizontal and vertical scanning frequencies for PC signals which are above or below the

specified frequency range.

Signal Names for D-sub 15P Connector

Pin Layout for PC Input Terminal

Pin No.

1 2 3 4 5

Signal Name

R G

B GND (Ground) GND (Ground)

Pin No.

6 7 8 9

Signal Name GND (Ground) GND (Ground) GND (Ground)

NC (not connected)

GND (Ground)

Pin No.

11 12 13 14 15

Signal Name

GND (Ground)

SDA

HD/SYNC

SCL

How to connect the SERIAL Terminals

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

COMPUTER

Connections

SERIAL

9876

53214

Pin layout for RS-232C

D-sub 9p

Ferrite core

(supplied)

RS-232C straight cable

Less than

/8 (20 cm)

Notes:

(1) Use the RS-232C cable to connect the computer to the Plasma Display. (2) The computers shown is for example purposes only. (3) Additional equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this set.

The SERIAL terminal conforms to the RS-232C interface specification, 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 satisfies the conditions given below. Use a computer application such as a programming language to software. Refer to the documentation for the computer application for details.

Communication parameters

Signal level

Synchronization method

Baud rate

Parity

Character length

Stop bit

Flow control

RS-232C compliant

Asynchronous

9600 bps

None 8 bits

1 bit

RS-232C Conversion cable

D-sub 9-pin female

2 3 5

4 6

7 8

1 • 9

Details

R X D T X D

GND

Non use

Shorted

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

Start (02h)

Colon Parameter(s)

3-character command (3bytes)

(1 - 5 bytes)

ETX:C2C1 C3 P2P1 P3 P4 P5

End (03h)

Notes:

(1) If multiple commands are transmitted, be sure to

wait for the response for the first command to come from this unit before sending the next command.

(2) If an incorrect command is sent by mistake, this

unit will send an “ER401” command back to the computer.

Command

Command PON POF AVL

AMT IIS

Parameter None None

0 1 None VID YP1

Power ON Power OFF Volume 00 - 63 Audio mute OFF Audio mute ON Input select (toggle) AV Mode Component / RGB mode (processed as a

Control details

Y/PB/PR or RGB signals as set by this unit) PC Mode Screen mode select (toggle) 4 : 3 Zoom 16 : 9 Just Panasonic Auto

DAM

RG1 None NORM ZOOM FULL JUST SELF

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

Basic Controls

R - STANDBY G POWER ON

TH-42PW4

Main Power On/Off Switch

Power Indicator

The Power Indicator will light.

Power-OFF .. Indicator not illuminated

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

Stand-by ......Red

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Power-ON ........Green

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Stand-by (ON/OFF) button

The Plasma Display must first be plugged into the wall outlet and turned on at the power switch. (see page 14). Push this button to turn the Plasma Display On, from Standby mode. Push it again to turn the Plasma Display Off to Standby mode.

Push the “Status” Button to display the current system status.

INPUT

INPUT button (A V(S V ideo)/Component, RGB/ PC Mode Selection)

Push the “INPUT” button to select AV(S Video)/Component or RGB/ PC input signal modes sequentially. (see page 15)

Status button

4:3

1 2

–

VOL

V olume Adjustment

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

N button

(see page 21, 22, 24)

Off timer 90

1 AV(S Video)/Component, RGB/PC mode 2 Aspect mode (see page 18) 3 Off timer The off timer indicator is displayed only when the off timer has been set.

PICTURE POS./SIZE button

(see page 20)

Push the “PC” mode selection button to select the PC mode. This button is used to switch directly to PC mode.

PICTURE button

(see page 24)

PC button

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