Panasonic TH-42PW3B, TH-42PWD3B User Manual

Wide Plasma Display

PLASMA DISPLAY

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Operating Instructions

TH-42PW3

Model No.

TH-42PWD3

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

English

TQBC0229

Dear Panasonic Customer

R - STANDBY G POWER ON

TH-42PW3

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

Please confirm the model number of your Wide Plasma Display

This manual is made for model number “TH-

42PW3” or “TH-42PWD3”, therefore some

contents may not be for your model type.

Please refer to the sections intended for your

model.

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model number

G POWER ON

Trademark Credits

VGA is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.

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Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, USA.

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S-VGA is a registered trademark of the Video 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 Wide Plasma Display. Examples of still pictures include logos, video games, computer images, teletext and images displayed in 4:3 mode.

Table of Contents

Warnings and Precautions.........................................4

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

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

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

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

Basic Controls.............................................................9

Connections ..............................................................10

How to connect the AV Input Terminals....................11

How to connect the COMPONENT/RGB Input Terminals......

How to connect the PC Input Terminals...................14

How to connect the SERIAL Terminals ....................15

Power On/Off and input signal selection ................16

Power On/Off ...........................................................16

Select the input signal..............................................17

On screen Menu Display from Remote Control .....18

Selecting the On-Screen Menu Language...............19

ASPECT Controls......................................................20

Adjusting Picture Pos./Size .....................................22

Sound Adjustment ....................................................24

Mute .........................................................................24

Surround Controls ....................................................25

Picture Adjustments .................................................26

Advanced settings (Model “TH-42PWD3” only) .......27

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

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

Adjusting unnatural video images

(3D Y/C Filter).................................................28

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

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

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

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

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

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

Specifications............................................................32

Warnings and Precautions

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

to rain or moisture.

WARNING: 1) To prevent electric shock, do not remove cover. No user ser viceable 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 ear thing-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.

Warning

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.

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:

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 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.

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 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.

or coloured GREEN or

Warnings and Precautions

WARNING

Setup

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

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TY-SP42PM3W (for Model No. TH-42PW3) TY-SP42PWD3W (for Model No. TH-42PWD3) TY-ST42PT3-S (for Model No. TH-42PW3) TY-ST42PT3-K (for Model No. TH-42PWD3) TY-ST42PW1 TY-ST42PF3 TY-WK42PV1 TY-WK42PR1 TY-CE42PS1

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

The Wide Plasma Display may fall off or tip over.

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

If water is spills onto the Wide Plasma Display or foreign objects get inside it, a short-circuit may occur which

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

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.

When using the Wide Plasma Display

The Wide 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 Wide Plasma Display to overheat, which can cause fire or damage to the Wide Plasma

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Display.

Do not stick any foreign objects into the Wide Plasma Display.

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

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

Warnings and Precautions

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 Wide Plasma Display, immediately unplug the power cord plug from the wall outlet.

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

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checking that the smoke has stopped, contact your local Panasonic dealer so that the necessary repairs can be made. Repairing the Wide Plasma Display yourself is extremely dangerous, and shall never be done.

If water or foreign objects get inside the Wide Plasma Display, if the Wide 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 Wide Plasma Display

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

Heated air comes out from the ventilation holes at the top of Wide 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 Wide Plasma Display.

If the Wide Plasma Display is moved while some of the cables are still connected, the cables may become

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damaged, 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.

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

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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 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 Wide Plasma Display. If water

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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.

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.

Accessories

Accessories Supply

Check that you have the accessories and items shown

Operating Instruction book Remote Control Transmitter

EUR646525

SURROUND

PICTURE

SOUND

PICTURE POS. /SIZE

PLASMA DISPLAY

Guarantee Card (for Model No. TH-42PW3 only)

RCA-BNC adapter plug (for Model No. TH-42PW3 only)

Optional Accessories

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

INPUT

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SET UP

ASPECT

OFF TIMER

• Speakers TY-SP42PM3W (for Model No. TH-42PW3) TY-SP42PWD3W (for Model No. TH-42PWD3)

• Wall-hanging bracket (vertical) TY-WK42PV1

• Pedestal TY-ST42PT3-S (for Model No. TH-42PW3) TY-ST42PT3-K (for Model No. TH-42PWD3)

• Wall-hanging bracket (angled) TY-WK42PR1

• Wall stand TY-ST42PW1

• Ceiling unit TY-CE42PS1

• Mobile stand TY-ST42PF3

• Receiver TU-PTA300B

For assembling

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

Basic Controls

R - STANDBY G POWER ON

TH-42PW3

Main Power On/Off Switch Volume Adjustment

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

(VIDEO (S-VIDEO)/COMPONENT, RGB/PC Mode Selection)

Push the “INPUT” button to select VIDEO(S-VIDEO)/COMPONENT or RGB/PC input signal modes sequentially.

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Input button

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

still inserted into the wall outlet.)

Stand-by .... Red, Power-ON ... Green

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Stand-by (ON/OFF) button

The Wide Plasma Display must first be plugged into the wall outlet and turn on at the power switch (see page 16). Push this button to turn the Wide Plasma Display

SURROUND button (see page 25)

ON, from STANDBY mode. Push it again to turn the Wide Plasma Display OFF to STANDBY mode.

Status button

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

4:3

Off timer 90

1 2

1 VIDEO(S-VIDEO)/

COMPONENT, RGB/PC mode 2 Aspect mode (see page 20) 3 Off timer The off timer indicator is displayed only when the off timer has been set.

N button

INPUT

SURROUND

VOL

Input button (VIDEO(S-VIDEO)/COMPONENT, RGB/PC Mode Selection)

Press to select VIDEO(S-VIDEO)/ COMPONENT or RGB/PC input signal modes sequentially. (see page 17)

Sound mute On/Off (see page 24)

Volume Adjustment

Press the Volume Up “+” or Down “–” button to increase or decrease

the sound volume level.

R button

Access button

Press to make selections

(see page 23, 24, 26, 27)

POSITION buttons SET UP button (see page 28)

SOUND button (see page 24)

ASPECT button

Press to adjust the aspect. (see page 20)

PICTURE button

(see page 26)

PICTURE POS./SIZE button

(see page 22)

PICTURE

POS. /SIZE

SOUND

SET UP

ASPECT

OFF TIMER

PC button

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

OFF TIMER button

The Wide Plasma Display may be preset to switch to stand-by after a fixed 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

When three minutes remain, “Off timer 3” will flash. The off timer is cancelled if the main supply fails.

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.

To tighten:

Pull

To loosen:

Push the knob

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

AV IN

AV IN Terminals (see page 11, 12)

From EXIT monitor Terminal on Computer (see page 14)

AUDIO AUDIO

VD HD P

R/CR

/R PB/CB/B Y/G

COMPONENT/RGB IN and Audio IN Terminals (see page 13)

Pull

The TUNER IN terminal is reserved for future use

From SERIAL Terminal on Computer (see page 15)

AUDIO

PC INCOMPONENT/RGB IN

SERIALTUNER IN

How to connect the AV Input Terminals

S-VIDEO Signal Connection

(Example) When connecting a S-Video VCR

(DVD Player / S-VIDEO VCR)

Connections

Audio

OUT

Video OUT

AUDIO

S-Video

OUT

VIDEO

2×RCA Audio cables

VIDEO Signal Connection

(VCR)

AV2

21P Scart Plug

S-VIDEO

Video input to S-VIDEO socket

Audio input to L/R sockets

Video input to BNC socket

VIDEO

AV IN

AUDIO

S-VIDEO 4 pin socket

Luminance earth

Luminance in

Chrominance earth

Chrominance in

Audio input to L/R sockets

(DVD / Satellite Receiver)

AV1/TV

Video input to

21P Scart Plug

BNC socket

RCA-BNC adapter plug

Audio input to L/R sockets

Note:

21 pin connectors and 21 pin scart plugs are connectors used in Europe.

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

AV IN

AUDIO

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