Panasonic TH-37PX25, TH-42PX25, TH-50PX25 Operating Instruction

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Operating Instructions

Digital High Definition

Plasma Television

Model No. TH-37PX25

TH-42PX25

TH-50PX25

For assistance, please call : 1-888-VIEW-PTV(843-9788)

or send e-mail to : [e-mail]
or visit us at www.panasonic.com	(U.S.A.)

For assistance, please call : 787-750-4300

or visit us at www.panasonic.com (Puerto Rico)

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

English

TQB2AA0520

WARNING

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 arrow-head 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.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. Do not place liquid containers (flower vase, cups, cosmetics, etc.) above the set. (including on shelves above, etc.)

WARNING: AS WITH ANY SMALL OBJECT, SD CARDS CAN BE SWALLOWED BY YOUNG CHILDREN. DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO HANDLE THE SD CARD.

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 grounding pin on the power plug. This apparatus is equipped with a three pin grounding-type power plug. This plug will only fit a grounding-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 grounding plug.

Note:

Do not allow a still picture to be displayed for an extended period, as this can cause a permanent afterimage to remain on the Plasma Television.

Examples of still pictures include logos, video games, computer images, teletext and images displayed in 4:3 mode.

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Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

“Dolby” and the double-D symbols are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

: SD Logo is a trademark.

Manufactured under license from BBE Sound, Inc.

Licensed by BBE Sound, Inc. under USP4638258, 4482866, 5510752 and 5736897.

BBE and BBE symbol are registered trademarks of BBE Sound, Inc.

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

U.S. Patents Nos. 4,631,603; 4,577,216; 4,819,098; 4,907,093; 6,381,747; and 6,516,132.

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

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Dear Panasonic Customer

Welcome to the Panasonic family of customers. We hope that you will have many years of enjoyment from your new Plasma TV.

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 record the model number and serial number of your set in the space provided on the back cover of these instructions.

Visit our Panasonic Web Site : www.panasonic.com

For assistance, please call : 1-888-VIEW-PTV(843-9788)

or send e-mail to : [e-mail]
or visit us at www.panasonic.com	(U.S.A.)

For assistance, please call : 787-750-4300

or visit us at www.panasonic.com (Puerto Rico)

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FCC STATEMENT

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 and possible undesirable interference, the provided ferrite cores must be used when connecting this plasma television to video equipment; and maintain at least 40 cm spacing to other peripheral devices. Refer to instructions on pages 10, 13, 14, 17, 18.

Any changes or modifications to this TV not expressly approved by Matsushita Electric Corporation of America could result harmful interference and would void the user’s authority to operate this device.

FCC Declaration of Conformity

Model No.TH-37PX25, TH-42PX25, TH-50PX25

Responsible Party:	Matsushita Electric Corporation of America
	One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094
Contact Source:	Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company
	1-888-843-9788
	email: [e-mail]

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.

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Table of Contents

Important Safety Instructions .......................................	3
FCC STATEMENT ...........................................................	5
Safety Precautions .........................................................	7
Cleaning and maintenance ...........................................	8
Installation ......................................................................	9
Receiver Location .........................................................	9
Optional External Equipment ........................................	9
Remote Control Battery Installation ..............................	9
Accessories ..................................................................	10
Cable Connection .........................................................	11
Cable Cover Removal and Fitting ...............................	12
Antenna Connection ...................................................	13
Cable Box Connection ................................................	13
Digital TV - Set-Top Box (DTV-STB) or DVD Connection .......	14
CableCARD Connection .............................................	14
HDMI Connection ........................................................	15
VCR Connection .........................................................	16
Amplifier Connection (TO AUDIO AMP) ......................	16
Program Out Connection (PROG OUT) ......................	17
Connecting Headphones / Earphones ........................	17
Connecting to the front AV terminals ...........................	17
PC Input Terminals Connection ...................................	18
Power ON / OFF ............................................................	19
Location of Controls ....................................................	19
The Main Unit ..............................................................	19
The Illuminated Remote Control .................................	20
First Time Setup ...........................................................	22
Watching TV programs ................................................	23
VHF and UHF .............................................................	23
Cable TV .....................................................................	23
Menu Navigation ..........................................................	24
Picture .........................................................................	26
Pic Mode ..............................................................	26
Color / Tint / Brightness / Picture / Sharpness / Normal .......	26
Other Adjust .........................................................	26
Audio ...........................................................................	28
Bass / Treble / Balance / Normal .........................	28
Other Adjust .........................................................	28
Channel .......................................................................	30
Favorite ................................................................	30
Captions ...............................................................	31

Timer ...........................................................................	33
Sleep ....................................................................	33
Timer ....................................................................	34
Clock Set ..............................................................	35
Day Set ................................................................	35
Setup ...........................................................................	36
Program CH .........................................................	36
Auto Scan ............................................................	37
Manual Program ..................................................	37
Closed Caption ....................................................	39
Other Adjust .........................................................	41
CableCARD .........................................................	41
Lock ............................................................................	42
Password .............................................................	42
Lock Set ...............................................................	42
Channel Lock .......................................................	43
Block Program .....................................................	43
How Long? ...........................................................	45
Blocking Messages ..............................................	45
Photo Viewer ................................................................	46
Thumbnail Mode .........................................................	48
Photo Viewer Setup Menu ..........................................	49
Slide Show ...........................................................	49
Rotate ..................................................................	50
Zoom ....................................................................	50
Card .....................................................................	50
Photo Viewer Troubleshooting .............................	51
PIP (Picture in Picture) Operation ..............................	52
SPLIT Operation ...........................................................	54
Aspect Controls ...........................................................	56
PC MENU .......................................................................	57
Operating peripheral equipment using the remote control ...	59
Programming the remote control code ........................	59
Infrared Code Index ....................................................	60
Mode Operational Key Chart ......................................	63
Troubleshooting Chart .................................................	65
VIDEO/COMPONENT/RGB/PC/HDMI input signals ...	66
Specifications ...............................................................	67

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Safety Precautions

WARNING

Set up

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

• The Plasma TV may fall off or tip over.

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

•If water spills onto the Plasma TV or foreign objects get inside it, a short-circuit may occur which could result in fire or electric shock. If any foreign objects get inside the Plasma TV, please consult an Authorized Service Center.

Do not cover the ventilation holes.

• Doing so may cause the Plasma TV to overheat, which can cause fire or damage to the Plasma TV.

If using the pedestal, leave a space of 3 15/16” (10 cm) or more at the top, left and right, 2 3/8” (6 cm) or more at the bottom, and 2 3/4” (7 cm) or more at the rear. If using some other setting-up method, leave a space of 3 15/16” (10 cm) or more at the top, bottom, left and right, and 3/4” (1.9 cm) or more at the rear.

Avoid installing this product near electronic equipment that easily receives electromagnetic waves.

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

AC Power Supply Cord

The Plasma TV is designed to operate on 120 V AC, 50/60 Hz.

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 socket plate is loose, they should not be used.

Do not handle the power cord plug with wet hands.

• Doing so may cause electric shocks.

Do not do anything that might damage the power cable. When disconnecting the power cable, hold the plug, not the cable.

•Do not make any modifications, place heavy objects on, place near hot objects, heat, bend, twist or forcefully pull the power cable. Doing so may cause damage to the power cable which can cause fire or electric shock. If damage to the cable is suspected, have it repaired at an Authorized Service Center.

If the Plasma TV will not be used for a long period of time, unplug the power cord 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 odor is detected from the Plasma TV, unplug the power cord immediately.

•Continuous use of the TV under these conditions might cause fire or permanent damage to the unit. Have the TV evaluated at an Authorized Service Center. Services to the TV by any unauthorized personnel are strongly discouraged due to its high voltage dangerous nature.

If water or foreign objects get inside the Plasma TV, if the Plasma TV is dropped, or if the cabinet becomes damaged, disconnect the power cord plug immediately.

• A short may occur, which could cause fire. Contact an Authorized Service Center for any repairs that need to be made.

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Safety Precautions

CAUTION

This Plasma TV 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 (included) ...........................................	TY-ST42PX20 (TH-37PX25, TH-42PX25)
• Wall-hanging bracket (Vertical)	TY-ST50PX20 (TH-50PX25)
	TY-WK42PV3U
• Wall-hanging bracket (Angled) ..........................	TY-WK42PR2U
• Display stand .....................................................	TY-S37PX20W (TH-37PX25)
	TY-S42PX20W (TH-42PX25)
	TY-S50PX20W (TH-50PX25)
	TY-DP4201W (TH-37PX25, TH-42PX25, TH-50PX25)

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

When using the Plasma TV

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

•Top of the Plasma TV is usually very hot due to the high temperature of exhaust air being released through the ventilation holes. Burns or personal injuries can happen if any body parts are brought too close. Placing any object near the top of the TV could also result in heat damages to the object as well as to the TV if its ventilation holes are blocked.

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

• Moving the TV with its cables attached might damage the cables which, in turn, can cause fire or electric shock.

Disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet 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 from becoming dusty.

•Built-up dust on the power cord plug can increase humidity which might damage the insulation and cause fire. Unplug the cord from the wall outlet and clean it with a dry cloth.

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

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, soak a soft, lint-free cloth in a weak detergent solution and then wring the cloth to remove excess liquid. Use this cloth to wipe the surface of the display panel, 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. 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 a weak detergent solution 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 TV. 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.

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 TV.

Examples of still pictures include logos, video games, computer images, teletext and images displayed in 4:3 mode.

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Installation

Receiver Location

This unit is intended to be used with an optional stand or entertainment center. Consult your dealer for available options. Locate for comfortable viewing. Avoid placing 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 internal component failure. Keep away from areas of excessive heat or moisture.

Optional External Equipment

The Video/Audio connection between components can be made with shielded video and audio cables. For best performance, video cables should utilize 75 ohm coaxial shielded wire. Cables are available from your dealer or electronic supply store. Before you purchase any cables, be sure you know what type of output and input connectors your various components require. Also determine the length of cable you will need.

Remote Control Battery Installation

1. Open the cover.	2. Install the batteries and replace the
	cover.
	Note the correct polarity (+ and -).
	Two AA size

Helpful Hints:

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

Helpful Hints:

Whenever you remove the batteries, you may need to reset the remote control infrared codes. We recommend that you record the code on page 59, prior to setting up the remote control.

Precaution on battery use

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

Observe the following precautions:

1.Batteries should 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 TV set.

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Accessories

Check that you have the Accessories and items shown

Operating	Remote control		Batteries for the remote
Instruction book	EUR7627Z10		control
			(AA Battery × 2)
	POWER
		SAP
		LIGHT
	TV	VCR DVD
	DBS	RCVR CBL AUX
	TV/VIDEO	A -ANTENNA - B

	ASPECT
M	U
	CH

VOL OK

MENU CH

B

BE

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C

A

L

L

VOL

EXIT

1	2	3
4	5	6
7	8	9
	0	PROG
PIP MIN		PIP MAX
REW	PLAY	FF
PAUSE	STOP	REC
FREEZE	PIP CH	SEARCH
TV/VCR	DVD/VCR CH	OPEN/CLOSE
PIP	SPLIT MOVE	SWAP

Pedestal		Registration card		Customer care
TY-ST42PX20 (TH-37PX25,				plan card
TH-42PX25)
TY-ST50PX20 (TH-50PX25)

Ferrite core	Large size × 4	AC cord	Clamper (×2)	F-Type antenna
Small size × 5				adapter
				(for 3C-2V) (×2)

(for 5C-2V) (×2)

Attaching the ferrite core

Be sure to choose the appropriate size of ferrite core (large or small) and the correct setting of the cable (winding or passing), as indicated by each connection diagram on the following pages (13, 14, 17, 18).

1	2	(Large size)	(Small size)
			Less than
			10 cm (4’’)
Pull back the			Put the cable
tabs (in two			and close.
places) to open.

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Cable Connection

Headphones /
Earphones jack
(see page 17)	PC
HPJ S VIDEO VIDEO L AUDIO R
INPUT 3
Front AV terminals
(see page 17)

From EXTERNAL monitor terminal on Computer (see page 18)

			COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT		1	2
				INPUT
		AV IN
			1	2		Y
			S VIDEO					CABLE CARD slot
		PROG OUT
						PB		(see page 14)
	HDmI					VIDEO
		VIDEO				PR
L		L						CABLE CARD
AUDIO IN		TO AUDIO
		AMP					DIGITAL AUDIO
								SERVICE ONLY
R		R					OUT
								B ANTENNA A
								Cable In
							DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal
HDMI terminal			COMPONENT Input terminals				(see page 16)
(see page 15)			(see page14)					Antenna terminals
		AV terminals						(see pages 13,14)
		(see pages 16, 17)

Clamper

Removal

Fitting

Fastening the power and other cables

Fastening method of other cables

Attach the clamper on the installation hole, and fasten them. Bundle the cable with the cable fastening clamper.

	Fastening band
	Fastening	Loosening
		Pull off.
	To tighten.	Keep the knob
		pressed.

1	1	2

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Fastening method of the power cable

1.Insert the power plug into the main body.

2.Fasten with the power cable fastening band.

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Cable Connection

Cable Cover Removal and Fitting

	Removal	Push down hooks and pull the cover slightly
	1.
	1	towards yourself to disengage the claws
		(at 4 points).
	2.	Slowly pull out in the downward direction.

Fitting

1. Insert the claws (at 4 points) at the bottom end.

2. Push the cover until hooks will be cricked.

(This window cannot close completely if you connect the cables.)

When connecting to the rear AV input/output terminals, connect the cables through this window.

COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT	1	2
INPUT
1 2		Y
S VIDEO
PROG OUT
		PB
		VIDEO	The rear AV input/output terminals
VIDEO		PR

L

TO AUDIO

AMP

R

Other cables should be connected before fitting the cable cover.

Note:

Cables and adapters are not supplied with this set unless otherwise indicated.

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UHF antenna

Cable Connection

Antenna Connection

•For proper reception of VHF/UHF channels, an external antenna is required. For best reception, an outdoor antenna is recommended.

•When you enjoy the terrestrial TV programs only, connect the home antenna to ANTENNA (A).

When you enjoy both the terrestrial TV programs and the cable TV programs, connect the cable TV’s cable to ANTENNA

(A), and the terrestrial antenna cable to ANTENNA (B).

• Select the antenna mode in Input Setup (see page 22). VHF antenna

B ANTENNA A

Cable In

Mixer

75 Ohm coaxial cable

F-Type Antenna

Adapter (supplied)

Less than

4” (10 cm)

Ferrite core (large size) (supplied)

Notes:

•Certain cable systems offset some channels to reduce interference or have Premium (scrambled) channels. A cable converter box is required for proper reception. Check with your local cable company for its compatibility requirements.

•To obtain optimum quality picture and sound, an antenna, the correct cable (75 Ohm coaxial) and the correct terminating plug are required.

•If a communal antenna system is used, you may require the correct connection cable and plug between the wall antenna socket and your television receiver.

•Your local television service centre or dealer may be able to assist you in obtaining the correct antenna system for your particular area and the accessories required.

•Any matters regarding antenna installation, upgrading of existing systems or accessories required, and the costs incurred, are your responsibility.

Cable Box Connection

•When you enjoy the cable TV programs only, connect the cable TV’s cable to ANTENNA (A). When you enjoy both the terrestrial TV programs and the cable TV programs, connect the cable TV’s cable to ANTENNA (A), and the terrestrial antenna cable to ANTENNA (B).

•Select the antenna mode in Input Setup (see page 22).

Back of the TV		CABLE BOX
B ANTENNA A		Incoming cable
Cable In
	Ferrite core (large size)
Less than	(supplied)	ANT OUTPUT
4” (10 cm)
		ANT INPUT

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Cable Connection

Digital TV - Set-Top Box (DTV-STB) or DVD Connection

This TV is capable of displaying 1080i and 480p DTV signals when connected to a DTV Tuner Set-Top-Box (STB). This TV also utilizes a progressive scan doubler, which de-interlaces the NTSC signal and progressively scans the image. This allows you to sit close to the TV and not see the thin black horizontal lines (venetian blind effect) associated with interlaced TV pictures.

•To view DTV programs, connect the STB to the component video input terminals (Y, PB, PR) of the TV. Component color inputs provide luminance and separate color signal.

•Select the output of the STB to either 1080i or 480p.

•A DTV signal must be available in your area.

•Use a Panasonic DTV-STB (Digital TV-Set-Top Box) or DVD Player.

Set Top Box

DVD player

Component Video cable

		Back of the TV
	DIGITAL TV OUTPUT	COMPONENT
			2
	Y
		1	Y
		S VIDEO
	MAIN	PROG OUT
	VIDEO PB
			PB
			VIDEO
	PR	VIDEO	PR
	AUDIO OUTPUT	L
	L	TO AUDIO
		AMP
		R
	R

Audio cable

CableCARD Connection

CableCARD allows you to tune digital and high definition cable channels through the cable antenna. Consult your cable company on the availability of CableCARD.

Procedure

1.Connect the cable antenna to ANTENNA (A).

2.Turn the TV on (see page 19).

3.Set the input mode to TV (see page 20).

4.Insert the CableCARD (as it’s upper side facing to your side) into CABLE CARD slot on the back of the TV. Follow the messages displayed on the screen.

Back of the TV

	CABLE CARD
DIGITAL AUDIO	SERVCE ONLY				B	ANTENNA	A
OUT							Cable In
	POD		THIS	INSERT
	MODULE	END
					Upper side of the card

Notes:

•If you experience keyboard or remote control function hang-up when using CableCARD, unplug the TV and plug it back on and try the controls again. If this condition still exists, please call Panasonic Customer Call Center for further instructions.

•Do not insert a PCMCIA card into CABLE CARD slot.

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Cable Connection

HDMI Connection

HDMI 1 (High Definition Multi media Interface) is the first all digital consumer electronics A/V interface that supports uncompressed standard. The HDMI terminal supports both video and audio information.

To the HDMI 1 input terminal, you can connect an EIA/CEA-861/861B 2 compliant consumer electronic device, such as a Set Top Box or DVD player with HDMI or DVI output terminal.

Input a High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) high-definition picture source to this HDMI terminal, so you can display the high-definition pictures on this TV in the digital form.

AV IN

L

AUDIO IN

R

HDMI cable

Audio cable

		Set Top Box
	HDMI	DVD player
	signal out

•If the external device has DVI output only, use a DVI to HDMI adapter cable*3 to connect to the HDMI terminal.

•Connect the audio cables to the AUDIO IN terminals for HDMI.

•Select the audio setting in HDMI In (see page 29).

		Compatible VIDEO Signal
			No. of dots (H × V)	Vertical scanning frequency (Hz)
		1080i	1,920 × 1,080i	59.94/60
		480p	720 × 480p	59.94/60
			640 × 480p	59.94/60
		480i	720(1,440) × 480i	59.94/60

This input terminal is not intended for use with computers.

Compatible sampling freguency of AUDIO signal through HDMI (L.PCM) : 48kHz / 44.1kHz / 32 kHz

Notes:

•This HDMI connector is Type A.

•If you connect an equipment without a digital output terminal, connect to the COMPONENT VIDEO, S VIDEO or VIDEO input terminal on the TV so you can enjoy an analog signal.

•The DIGITAL IN terminal can only be used with 1080i, 480i or 480p picture signals. Set the Digital Set -Top -Box DIGITAL OUT terminal Output setting to 1080i, 480i or 480p. For detailed information, refer to the Digital Set -Top - Box instruction manual. If you cannot display the picture because your Digital Set -Top -Box does not have a DIGITAL OUT terminal Output setting, use the component Video Input (or the S Video Input or Video Input). In this case the picture will be displayed as an analog signal.

1. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

2. EIA/CEA-861/861B profiles compliance covers profiles for transmission of uncompressed digital video including high bandwidth digital content protection.

3. HDMI-DVI conversion cable (TY-SCHO3DH): available on Panasonic Website (www.panasonic.com). Consult your consumer electronics dealer for availability details.

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Cable Connection

VCR Connection

Back of the TV

COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT		1	2
	INPUT
1	2		Y
S VIDEO
PROG OUT
			PB
			VIDEO
VIDEO			PR

L

TO AUDIO

AMP

R

VCR

S-Video cable

Video cable

Audio cable

R	L	VIDEO	S VIDEO

AUDIO

OUTPUT

Amplifier Connection (TO AUDIO AMP)

For a full Home Theater sound experience, an external Dolby Digital decoder and a multichannel amplifier must be connected to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal on the TV.

Dolby Digital 5.1 channel surround sound delivers digital-quality sound. Dolby Digital provides five discrete full-bandwidth channels for front left, front right, center, surround left and surround right, plus a LFE (Low Frequency Effect) subwoofer channel.

OPTICAL IN	Optical digital audio cable
or	Back of the TV
	Audio cable
AUDIO INPUT			INPUT	1	2
		COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT
L		1	2		Y
		S VIDEO
R	PROG OUT
					PB	DIGITAL AUDIO
						OUT
					VIDEO
	VIDEO				PR
Amplifier

L

AUDIO

AMP

R

Procedure

1.Select Speakers “Off” in Audio menu (see page 29).

2.Adjust the amplifier volume to the desired level.

Notes:

•External speakers cannot be connected directly to TO AUDIO AMP terminals.

•When ATSC channel is selected, the output from the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack will be Dolby Digital. When NTSC channel is selected, the output will be PCM.

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Cable Connection

Program Out Connection (PROG OUT)

See optional equipment manual for further instructions for recording and monitoring.

		Back of the TV
		COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT	1	2
		INPUT
		1 2		Y
		S VIDEO
		PROG OUT
VCR	MONITOR	Video cable		PB
				VIDEO
	VIDEO	VIDEO		PR

	L	Audio cable
OR		L
	AUDIO	AUDIO
	R	AMP
		R

Notes:

•When a device (STB, DVD, etc.) is connected to the HDMI terminal (see page 15), no video or audio is output due to license restrictions.

•Program Out signal may not be available when COMPONENT input (see page 20) is selected for the Main picture during PIP or SPLIT operation (see pages 52, 54).

•When receiving digital channel signals, all digital formats are down-converted to composite NTSC video to be output through Program Out terminals.

•Some programs contain Macrovision signal to prevent VCR recording.

Connecting Headphones / Earphones

HPJ	S VIDEO VIDEO	L AUDIO R	PC
	INPUT 3

M3 plug
	Headphones /
Ferrite core (small size)	Earphones
(supplied)	(not supplied)

Connecting to the front AV terminals

Push to open the front panel and connect equipment to front Audio/Video input terminals.

S VIDEO VIDEO L AUDIO R	PC
INPUT 3

Ferrite core (small size)	CAMCORDER
(supplied)	Audio cable

Video cable

S-Video cable

A second VCR, video disc player, video game equipment and DSS equipment can also be connected to the video input terminals. See the optional equipment manual for details.

Note:

The S-VIDEO connection provides higher quality picture. It overrides other VIDEO connections. Use INPUT 3, AUDIO L and R with S-VIDEO connection.

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Cable Connection

PC Input Terminals Connection

COMPUTER

S VIDEO VIDEO L AUDIO R	PC
INPUT 3

Ferrite core (small size)		Less than
	(supplied)	4" (10 cm)
	Audio
		Stereo plug
	Connect a cable which matches
	the audio output terminal on the computer.
Conversion adapter	Less than	Less than
(if necessary)	4" (10 cm)	4" (10 cm)
		RGB
		PC cable

D-sub 15p

Ferrite core (large size)

(supplied)

Notes:

(1)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.)

(2)The maximum resolution:

		Aspect
Model	4:3		16:9
TH-37PX25	768 × 720		1,024 × 720
TH-42PX25	768 × 768		1,024 × 768
TH-50PX25	1,024 × 768		1,366 × 768

If the display resolution exceeds these maximums, it may not be possible to show fine detail with sufficient clarity.

(3)Some PC models cannot be connected to the set.

(4)There is no need to use an adapter for computers with DOS/V compatible D-sub 15P terminal.

(5)The computer shown in the illustration is for example purposes only.

(6)Additional equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this set.

(7)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

11 12 13 14 15

6 7 8 9 10

1 2 3 4 5

Pin Layout for PC Input Terminal

Pin No.	Signal Name	Pin No.	Signal Name	Pin No.	Signal Name
1	R	6	GND (Ground)	11	NC (not connected)
2	G	7	GND (Ground)	12	NC
3	B	8	GND (Ground)	13	HD/SYNC
4	NC (not connected)	9	NC (not connected)	14	VD
5	GND (Ground)	10	GND (Ground)	15	NC

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Power ON / OFF

1 Connect the AC cord plug to the Plasma TV.

• Fix the power cord plug securely with the clamper (see page 11).

	Remote control senser
	POWER	2	Connect the plug to the wall outlet.
		3	POWER
POWER button	Power indicater		Press to turn the TV on or off.
	Power on: Red
	Power off: No Light
			Note:
POWER			The TV will still consume some power as long as the

SAP

power cord is still inserted into the wall outlet.

LIGHT

TV VCR DVD

DBS RCVR CBL AUX

TV/VIDEO

A -ANTENNA - B

Location of Controls

The Main Unit

	Power indicator
	Power on : Red	SD CARD slot		PC CARD slot
	Power off : No Light
POWER		SD CARD			PC CARD
		PUSH-EJECT			EJECT
		MENU OK TV/VIDEO VOLUME CHANNEL	HPJ	S VIDEO VIDEO L AUDIO R	PC
				INPUT 3

POWER button

Remote control sensor

C.A.T.S. sensor

Plasma C.A.T.S. (Contrast Automatic Tracking System) automatically senses the ambient light conditions and adjusts the brightness and gradation accordingly, to optimise contrast.

Effective when Pic Mode is set to Auto (see page 26).

MENU

Display Main Menu or return one step backward in menus (see pages 24, 57).

OK

Choose menu and submenu entry.

PC CARD

EJECT button

Channel selectors Volume adjusters TV/VIDEO

Change the input mode.

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Location of Controls

The Illuminated Remote Control

POWER

Turn the TV ON or OFF.

Mode Selection buttons (see page 59)

TV: TV

VCR: VCR

DVD: DVD

DBS: Digital Broadcasting Satellite

RCVR:Receiver/Amplifier

CBL: Cable TV

AUX: Aux

TV/VIDEO

Change the input mode.

TVCOMPONENT 1 COMPONENT 2 HDMI

PCVIDEO 3 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1

SD

Access Photo Viewer (see page 48).

R-TUNE

Switch to previously viewed channel and input modes.

PIP MIN		PIP MAX
REW	PLAY	FF
PAUSE	STOP	REC
FREEZE	PIP CH	SEARCH
TV/VCR	DVD/VCR CH	OPEN/CLOSE

PIP MIN, PIP MAX

Change the size of PIP frame (see

page 52).

Operation of other Device (see

pages 63, 64)

SEARCH

Display search frames during PIP or SPLIT operation (see pages 53, 55).

PIP CH

Select the channel during PIP or SPLIT operation (see pages 52, 54).

FREEZE

Freeze the picture (see pages 53, 55).

PIP

PIP (Picture in Picture) Operation (see page 52)

SPLIT

Split Screen (see page 54)

MOVE

Move PIP frame (see page 53).

SWAP

Swap pictures in PIP or SPLIT operation (see page 52, 54).

POWER

SAP

LIGHT

TV VCR DVD

DBS RCVR CBL AUX

TV/VIDEO A -ANTENNA - B

				CT		B
			E
		P				B
	S						E
	A
M	U				CH		A
							L
							L
	VOL				OK		VOL
MENU					CH		EXIT

1	2	3
4	5	6
7	8	9
R-TUNE	0	PROG
PIP MIN		PIP MAX
REW	PLAY	FF
PAUSE	STOP	REC
FREEZE	PIP CH	SEARCH
TV/VCR	DVD/VCR CH	OPEN/CLOSE
PIP	SPLIT MOVE	SWAP

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Location of Controls

SAP

•Digital channel

Select the audio track (if available).

Audio Track 1 of 1 (English)

•Analog channel

Cycle through different audio modes.

ex. If receiving Stereo, SAP and Mono or receiving Stereo and Mono only:

Stereo SAP Mono

LIGHT

Light the remote control buttons. The selected button blinks when lit.

A -ANTENNA - B

Switch to (A or B) RF antenna input.

MUTE

Mute the sound. Press again to cancel the mute.

ASPECT

Change the screen aspect (see page 56).

BBE

Turn BBE VIVA 3D OFF or ON (see page 29).

RECALL

Display or remove the channel banner.

Antenna designation,		PIP/SPLIT CH
Channel and program #		number or
and Station identifier	Rating	Program Aspect Picture mode setting Input information	Clock

A: 15-1	TV-G		1080i
KPBS - HD	CC	SAP

Add FAV Closed Caption

SAP indication

Press OK button to add or delete the channel in the Favorite channel list (see page 30).

12:30 pm

VIVID HDMI

30

Time remaining in Sleep Timer

CH: Change to the next channel up.

: Move cursor upward during menu mode.

VOL : Reduces volume. : Move cursor to the left

during menu mode.

MENU

Display Main Menu or return one step backward in menus (see pages 24, 57).

CH

VOL OK VOL

MENU

CH

EXIT

Choose menu and submenu entry.

VOL : Increase volume.

: Move cursor to the right during menu mode.

EXIT

Exit menus.

CH: Change to the next channel down.

: Move cursor downward during menu mode.

Direct program number selection buttons

PROG -: When tuning digital channel, press the button to enter the minor number in a compound channel number.

•To enter the channel number

ex. CH 15-1: [1] [5] [-] [1] [OK]

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First Time Setup

For your convenience, First Time Setup menu will be displayed on screen when the set is turned on for the first time. If needed, follow the menus and procedures displayed on-screen for setting up the features.

You can also make the settings in Setup menu (see pages 36, 37).

Input Setup

POWER

SAP

LIGHT

TV VCR DVD

DBS RCVR CBL AUX

TV/VIDEO A -ANTENNA - B

	T	B
EC
P		B
			E

CH

VOL OK VOL

MENU

CH

EXIT

Select the configuration of RF input depending on the signal source.

First Time Setup

Input Setup Setting

Cable/Antenna

Auto Scan

1

CH

VOL OK VOL

CH

2

CH

VOL OK VOL

Press to select Input Setup.

Press to select Cable only, Cable/Antenna or Antenna only.

Press to enter your selection.

Press to start the Auto Scan.

All available channels with a signal will be programmed into memory.

CH

Auto Scan

This feature allows you to selectively auto scan channels.

You can scan All, Analog only channels or Analog & Digital channels.

1

CH

VOL OK VOL

CH

2

CH

VOL OK VOL

CH

Press to select Auto Scan.

First Time Setup

Press to enter the sub-menu field.	Input Setup	Scan All
	Auto Scan	Antenna (A) Analog
		Antenna (A) Analog & Digital
		Antenna (B) Analog

Antenna (B) Analog & Digital

Press to select the sub-menu.

Press to start Auto Scan.

After Auto Scan is completed, the TV tunes to the first channel found during Auto Scan.

To return to the previous menu

MENU

Press .

To exit the menu screen

EXIT

Press .

Notes:

•If the EXIT button is pressed at anytime during Auto Scan, Auto Scan will be cancelled and the TV will return to the First Time Setup menu.

•If a CableCARD is present during the First Time Setup and Antenna (A) is set to cable, Antenna (A) will not be scanned due to the CableCARD providing the channel map.

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Watching TV programs

VHF and UHF

POWER

					SAP
					LIGHT
TV	VCR			DVD
DBS	RCVR			CBL AUX
TV/VIDEO					- B
			T	B
		EC
	P			B
	S				E
			CH		L
	VOL OK				VOL
			CH

1	2	3
4	5	6
7	8	9
R-TUNE	0	PROG
PIP MIN		PIP MAX
REW	PLAY	FF
PAUSE	STOP	REC
FREEZE	PIP CH	SEARCH
TV/VCR	DVD/VCR CH	OPEN/CLOSE
PIP	SPLIT MOVE	SWAP

1

2

3

4

TV

POWER

CH

VOL OK VOL

CH

CH

VOL OK VOL

CH

Press to operate the TV set with the remote

control.

Press to turn the TV on.

Press to select desired channel.

Select the desired volume level.

Notes:

•The channel number and volume level remain the same even after the TV is turned off.

•Power consumption and howling sound can be reduced if the volume level is lowered.

Cable TV

Make sure that registration with cable TV provider and connection of equipment are completed.

1	Select the TV channel 3 or 4.

CH

VOL OK VOL

CH

2

3

CBL

POWER

Press to operate the cable box with the

remote control.

Press to turn the cable box on.

•Point the remote control towards the cable box.

Notes:

•The remote control code number is set for Panasonic products.

•To operate other manufacturer's product (see pages 59 - 64).

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Menu Navigation

POWER

SAP

LIGHT

TV VCR DVD

DBS RCVR CBL AUX

TV/VIDEO ANTENNA

	T	B
C
E		B

CH

VOL OK VOL

MENU

CH

EXIT

1	2	3
4	5	6
7	8	9
R-TUNE	0	PROG
PIP MIN		PIP MAX
REW		FF
PAUSE
FREEZE	PIP CH	SEARCH
TV/VCR	DVD/VCR CH	OPEN/CLOSE
PIP	SPLIT MOVE	SWAP

	1	MENU
		Press to display the Main menu.

							Timer
Picture									page 33)
							(see
(see page 26)
							Setup
Audio
							(see page 36)
(see page 28)
Channel							Lock
			30)					page 42)
(see page
							(see

Photo V iewer

(see page 46)

	About
	The About screen displays
	assorted information about
	the TV. Please have this
	information when calling
	Customer Care Center.
2	Press to select the menu.
CH
VOL OK	VOL
CH

3	Press to enter the sub-menu field.
CH
VOL OK	VOL
CH

4	Press to select	ex. Picture menu
	the sub-menu.
		Picture
	CH
	VOL OK VOL	Pic Mode	Vivid
		Color		31
	Press to adjust
		Tint		31
	CH
	the sub-menu.	Brightness
				26
		Picture
				63
		Sharpness
				50
		Normal
				No
		Other Adjust

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