Panasonic TH-42PX20U, TH-50PX20U, TH-42PX20, TH-50PX20 User Manual

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Operating Instructions

High Definition

Plasma Television

Model No.

TH-42PX20
TH-50PX20

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)

For assistance, please call : 1-800-561-5505

or visit us at www.panasonic.ca (Canada)

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

English

TQBC0628-1

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.

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: 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.

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

Note:

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

Manufactured under license from BBE Sound, Inc.
Licensed by BBE Sound, Inc. under USP4638258, 5510752 and 5736897.

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

Important Safety Instructions

1) Read these instructions.
All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated.

2) Keep these instructions.
The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

3) Heed all warnings.
All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4) Follow all instructions.
All operating and use instructions should be followed.

5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
For example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and

the like.

6) Clean only with dry cloth.
Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a dry cloth for cleaning.

7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Slots and Openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to
protect it from overheating. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other
similar surface.

8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.
This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is
provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.

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.
Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination
to overturn.

13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.

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 for USA : www.panasonic.com

for Puerto Rico : www.panasonic.com

for Canada : www.panasonic.ca

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)

For assistance, please call : 1-800-561-5505

or visit us at www.panasonic.ca (Canada)

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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 display to video equipment; and maintain at least 40cm spacing to other
peripheral devices. Refer to instructions on pages 10.
Pursuant to 47CFR, Part 15.21 of the FCC rules, any changes or modifications to this TV not expressly approved
by Matushita Electric Corporation of America could result harmful interference and would void the user’s
authority to operate this device.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Matsushita Electric Corporation of America could
cause harmful interference and would void the user’s authority to operate this device.

FCC Declaration of Conformity
Model No. TH-42PX20, TH-50PX20

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]

Attach the ferrite core:

The ferrite cores provided as a supplied accessory must be used when connecting this Plasma TV to video equipment.
(see page 11,12,13,14,15,18,19,21)

CANADIAN NOTICE:

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

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.

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Table of Contents

Important Safety Instructions ....................................... 3

FCC STATEMENT ........................................................... 5

Table of Contents ........................................................... 6

Safety Precautions ......................................................... 7

Installation ...................................................................... 9

Receiver Location ......................................................... 9

Optional External Equipment ........................................ 9

Remote Control Battery Installation .............................. 9

Accessories ...................................................................10

Cable Connection ......................................................... 11

Connecting the Aerial cable to the RF In Terminal .......12

Antenna Connection ............................................ 12

Connecting Headphones / Earphones ........................ 12

Front Control Panel ..................................................... 13

Optional Equipment Connections ............................... 13

Cable Box Connection ........................................ 13

VCR Connection ................................................. 14

VCR and Cable Box Connection ......................... 15

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

Amplifier Connection (TO AUDIO AMP) .............. 16

Program Out Connection (PROG OUT) .............. 16

How to connect the HDMI Terminal ..............................17

PC Input Terminals connection ................................... 18

Power ON / OFF ............................................................ 19

AC cord connection ..................................................... 19

How to Turn the Power On .......................................... 19

Menu Language Selection .......................................... 19

VHF, UHF and Cable TV ................................................ 20

VHF and UHF ............................................................. 20

Cable TV ..................................................................... 21

Location of Controls .................................................... 22

Illuminated Remote Control ........................................ 22

Basic Menu Operations ............................................... 24

SET UP Operation ........................................................ 26

MENU Languages ....................................................... 26

ANTENNA Selection ................................................... 26

cc ON MUTE cc MODE (Closed Captions)............ 26

Selecting option menus in OTHER ADJ...................... 27

MODE Selection ......................................................... 28

AUTO PROGRAM ....................................................... 28

MANUAL PROGRAM.................................................. 28

AUTO POWER ON...................................................... 29

CHAN BANNER .......................................................... 29

SIDE BAR ..........................................................................

POWER SAVE ............................................................ 30

PICTURE Adjustment................................................... 30

PICTURE MODE ........................................................ 30

COLOR / TINT / BRIGHTNESS / PICTURE /

SHARPNESS / NORMAL ............................... 30

Selecting option menus in OTHER ADJ...................... 31

COLOR TEMP (Temperature) / NATURAL COLOR /

VIDEO NR / 3D Y/C FILTER..............................31

COLOR MATRIX ......................................................... 31

FREEZE ...................................................................... 32

Audio Adjustment ........................................................ 33

Selecting STEREO/SAP/MONO ................................. 33

Selecting BASS / TREBLE / BALANCE / NORMAL.... 33

Selecting option menus in OTHER ADJ...................... 33

HDMI IN ...................................................................... 33

AI SOUND ................................................................... 34

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BBE VIVA / BBE .......................................................... 34

SURROUND ............................................................... 34

SPEAKERS ................................................................. 34

CHANNELS Adjustment .............................................. 35

CHANNEL SCAN ........................................................ 35

FAVORITE CHANNELS Selection .............................. 35

Selecting option menus in OTHER ADJ...................... 36

PRESET CAPTION ..................................................... 36

MANUAL CAPTION .................................................... 37

INPUT LABEL ............................................................. 37

TIMER ............................................................................ 38

SLEEP ........................................................................ 38

TIMER1 and TIMER2 .................................................. 38

CLOCK SET ................................................................ 40

LOCK Feature ............................................................... 41

CREATE CODE FIRST ............................................... 41

CODE .......................................................................... 41

LOCK SET ...................................................................41

CHANNEL ................................................................... 42

V-CHIP SET ................................................................ 42

U.S. TV PROGRAMS .................................................. 43

U.S. MOVIES ............................................................... 44

Canadian English ........................................................ 45

Canadian French......................................................... 46

Blocking Message ....................................................... 47

HOW LONG? .............................................................. 47

Picture in Picture Operation........................................ 48

Split Screen ................................................................... 50

ASPECT Controls ......................................................... 52

PC MENU....................................................................... 53

PICTURE Adjustment ................................................. 54

Adjusting PICTURE POSITION/SIZE ......................... 55

SYNC .......................................................................... 56

H-FREQ. (kHz)/V-FREQ. (Hz) ..................................... 56

JPEG Viewer (SD Card/PC Card) ................................. 57

Operating peripheral equipment using the remote control .....

Programming The Illuminated Remote Control

Using Access Codes ........................................ 62

Programming Without A Code

(When the code is not known).......................... 63

Infrared Codes Index................................................... 64

Mode Operational Key Chart....................................... 67

Troubleshooting Chart................................................. 69

VIDEO/COMPONENT/RGB/PC/HDMI input signals ... 70

Specifications ............................................................... 71

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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.

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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

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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.

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If using the pedestal, leave a space of 3 15/16” (10 cm) or more at the top, left and right, 2 3/8”
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.

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AC Power Supply Cord

(6 cm) or more at the

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

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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 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

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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

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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-42PX20) / TY-ST50PX20 (TH-50PX20)

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Wall-hanging bracket (Vertical) ........................... TY-WK42PV3U

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Wall-hanging bracket (Angled) ............................ TY-WK42PR2U

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Display stand....................................................... TY-S42PX20U (TH-42PX20) / TY-S50PX20U (TH-50PX20)

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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

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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.

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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.

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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.

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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 cabinet

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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

Requires two AA batteries.

1. Turn the Transmitter face down.
Remove top cover by pressing
down on marking and sliding cover
off in the direction indicated.

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.

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.

Two AA size

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

Accessories Supplied

Check that you have the Accessories and items shown

Operating
Instruction book

Pedestal
TY-ST42PX20 (TH-42PX20)
TY-ST50PX20 (TH-50PX20)

Ferrite core
(small size) (×5)

(large size) (×6) TH-42PX20

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

Service
Center List

AC cord

Warranty

F Type Antenna
Adapter
(for 3C-2V) (×2)

(for 5C-2V) (×2)

Clamper
(×2)

Installing 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 (12 to 21).

(Winding the cable around the ferrite core)

1

Pull back the tabs
(in two places)

(Passing the cable through the ferrite core)

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Pull back the tabs
(in two places)

2

3

Open

Close the
ferrite core

2

3

Open

Close the
ferrite core

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Cable Connection

Front AV terminal
(see page 13)

From EXTERNAL monitor terminal
on Computer (see page 18)

COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT

S VIDEO

PROG OUT

VIDEO

L

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AMP

R

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INPUT

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PC

ANT 1 ANT 2SPLIT

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SD CARD
PUSH-EJECT

ACTIONINPUT VOLUME CHANNEL

PC CARD
EJECT

HPJ

PC

L AUDIO R

S-VIDEO

VIDEO
INPUT 3

AV terminals
(see page 14,15,17)

— Fastening of power and other cables

Ferrite core
(large size)
(supplied)

Fastening method of power cable

For other cables, attach the band on
the installation hole, and fasten them.

COMPONENT
and Audio
Input terminals
(see page 16)

1

2

Clamper

1 2

HDMI terminal
(see page 17)

Fastening band

Fastening Loosening

Pull off.

Keep
the knob

To tighten.

pressed.

Fastening method of power cable

1. Insert the power plug into the main body.

2. Fasten with the power cable fastening band.

3. Bundle the cable with the cable fastening
clamper.

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Cable Connection

Connecting the Aerial cable to the RF In Terminal

Antenna Connection

• For proper reception of VHF/UHF channels, an external antenna is required. For best reception, an outdoor antenna is
recommended. Antenna Mode must be set to TV.

• Incoming Cable from Home Antenna

Connect home antenna to ANT1 connection on back of television. Select TV mode and ANT1 in the SET UP menu.
( Cable Mode is preset at the factory. Antenna users must change to TV mode and select ANT1 in the Set Up Menu.)

VHF Aerial

UHF Aerial

Mixer

VIDEO

TO AUDIO

AMP

S VIDEO

PROG OUT

L

R

COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT

INPUT

12

12

Y

P

B

VIDEO

P

R

ANT 1 ANT 2SPLIT

OUT

Less than
4” (10 cm)

75 Ohm
Coaxial Cable

Ferrite core (large size)

Incoming Cable from
Home Antenna

Less than
4” (10 cm)

Incoming Cable from
Cable Company

Less than
4” (10 cm)

(supplied)

Note: 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.

F-Type Antenna
Adapter (supplied)

75 Ohm VHF/UHF
on back of TV

Ferrite core (large size)

Notes:

(supplied)

(1) To obtain optimum quality picture and sound, an Aerial, the correct cable (75 Ohm coaxial) and the correct terminating

plug are required.

(2) If a communal Aerial system is used, you may require the correct connection cable and plug between the wall Aerial

socket and your television receiver.

(3) Your local Television Service Centre or Dealer may be able to assist you in obtaining the correct Aerial system for your

particular area and the accessories required.

(4) Any matters regarding Aerial installation, upgrading of existing systems or accessories required, and the costs incurred,

are the responsibility of you, the Customer.

Connecting Headphones / Earphones

Connect headphones / earphones as follows.

ACTION INPUT VOLUME CHANNEL

HPJ

(M3 plug)

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

INPUT 3

L AUDIO R

PC

Less than

Ferrite core (small size)

4” (10 cm)

(supplied)

You can listen to sound from the headphone Jack.

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(Optional)

Cable Connection

Front Control Panel

Push to open the front panel of the television to use the TV without remote control or to use the Audio/Video input jacks for
optional equipment.

Press

TV/VIDEO

or

to select VIDEO 3 input mode.

INPUT

CAMCORDER

ACTION INPUT VOLUME CHANNEL

HPJ

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

INPUT 3

L AUDIO R

PC

Note:

The front control panel can be used to access menus and
switch video mode when the remote control is not
available.

Less than
4” (10 cm)

Ferrite core (small size)
(supplied)

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

Procedure

1. Connect equipment to front Audio/Video input jacks.

2. Operate optional equipment as instructed in equipment manual.

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.

Optional Equipment Connections

Cable Box Connection

Follow this diagram when connecting your television to a cable box only.

CONNECTIONS ON BACK OF TV

COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT

S VIDEO

PROG OUT

VIDEO

L

TO AUDIO

AMP

R

12

INPUT

12

P

P

Y

B

VIDEO

R

ANT 1 ANT 2SPLIT

OUT

Less than
4” (10 cm)

Incoming Cable

Ferrite core (large size)
(supplied)

CABLES NOT
SUPPLIED

Note: The remote control must be programmed with supplied codes to operate the cable box (see page 61).

Viewing a premium (scrambled) cable channel

Procedure

1. Select ANT2 in the SET UP menu.

2. Tune the television to Channel 3 or Channel 4.

3. Using the cable box, tune to the premium cable channel you would like to view.

CABLE BOX

ANT OUTPUT

ANT INPUT

Note:

To use special features such as Favorite Channels and Channel Captions, ANT1 must be selected in the SET UP menu
(see page 26).

13

Cable Connection

VCR Connection

Follow this diagram when connecting your television to a VCR only.

Use either the S-Video or
the Video connection.

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

L

AUDIO

R

ANT INPUT

VIDEO

TO AUDIO

AMP

PROG OUT

L

R

CONNECTIONS ON BACK OF TV

COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT

INPUT

12

S VIDEO

12

Y

P

PR

B

VIDEO

Incoming Cable

ANT 1 ANT 2

SPLIT

OUT

Less than
4” (10cm)

Ferrite core
(large size)
(supplied)

ANT OUTPUT

CABLES NOT SUPPLIED

VCR

Note: The remote control must be programmed with supplied codes to operate the VCR (see page 59, 60).

Viewing a television program

Procedure

1. Select ANT1 in the SET UP menu. (See page 26)

2. Tune the television to the television program you would like to view.

Viewing a video

Procedure

• Option A

1.

Press the TV/VIDEO button on the remote control to select the video input (VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, etc.) connected to your VCR.

2. Begin the video.

• Option B

1. Select ANT2 in the SET UP menu.

2. Tune the television to Channel 3 or 4, depending on your VCR.

3. Begin the video.

Recording a television program

Procedure

• Option A (Recording and viewing the same program)

1. Select ANT2 in the SET UP menu.

2. Tune the television to Channel 3 or 4, depending on your VCR.

3. Using the VCR, tune to the television program you would like to record.

4. Begin recording.

• Option B (Recording one program while viewing another program)

1. Select ANT1 in the SET UP menu.

2.

Press the TV/VIDEO button on the remote control to select the video input (VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, etc.) connected to your VCR.

3. Using the VCR, tune to the television program you would like to record.

4. Begin recording.

5. Press the TV/VIDEO button on the remote control to switch back to TV mode.

6. Tune the television to the program you would like to view.

14

VCR and Cable Box Connection

Follow this diagram when connecting your television to both a VCR and a cable box.

VCR

Use either the S-Video or
the Video connection.

CONNECTIONS ON BACK OF TV

Cable Connection

S-VIDEO

AUDIO

VIDEO

COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT

12

S VIDEO

PROG OUT

VIDEO

L

R

TO AUDIO

AMP

L

R

CABLES NOT SUPPLIED

ANT INPUTANT OUTPUT

12

INPUT

Incoming Cable

Y

P

PR

B

VIDEO

SPLIT

ANT 1 ANT 2

OUT

Less than
4” (10 cm)

Ferrite core
(large size)
(supplied)

CABLE BOX

ANT OUTPUTANT INPUT

Note: The remote control must be programmed with supplied codes to operate the VCR and cable box

(see page 59 - 61).

Viewing a premium (scrambled) cable channel

Procedure

1. Select ANT2 in the SET UP menu.

2. Tune the television to Channel 3 or Channel 4.

3. Using the cable box, tune to the premium cable channel you would like to view.

Note: To use special features such as Favorite Channels and Channel Captions, ANT1 must be selected in the SET UP

menu (see page 26).

Recording a premium (scrambled) cable channel

Procedure

1. Select ANT2 in the SET UP menu.

2. Press the TV/VIDEO button on the remote control to select the video input (VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, etc.) connected
to your VCR.

3. Turn the VCR ON.

4. Tune the VCR to Channel 3 or 4, depending on the switch setting on the back of VCR.

5. Using your cable box, tune to the premium cable channel you would like to record.

6. Begin recording.

Note: To view a different channel while recording:

• Select ANT1 in the SET UP menu.

• Press the TV/VIDEO button on the remote control to TV mode.

• Tune the television to a program (except another premium cable channel).

Notes:

(1) Similar connections are available at the INPUT 1, 2, 3 input terminals.
Input 3 is located on the front of the unit.
Select the desired VIDEO input position by pressing the TV/VIDEO button. (See page 23)
(2) When connecting video cables, priority is given to the S-Video cable when the S-Video input terminal and the video

input terminal are connected at the same time.

15

Cable Connection

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

This television is capable of displaying 1080i and 480p DTV signals when connected to a DTV Tuner set-top-box (STB). In
order to view DTV programming, the STB must be connected to the component video inputs (Y, PB , PR ) of the television.
A DTV signal must be available in your area. Select the output of the STB to either 1080i or 480p.
This television 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.
Use this diagram to connect the Panasonic DTV-STB (Digital TV-Set-Top Box) or DVD Player to the back of your TV.

DTV INPUT TERMINALS ON BACK OF TV

CABLES NOT SUPPLIED

DIGITAL TV OUTPUT

Y

MAIN
VIDEO

P

B

P

R

AUDIO OUTPUT

L

R

VIDEO

TO AUDIO

AMP

S VIDEO

PROG OUT

L

R

COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT

INPUT

12

12

Y

P

P

B

VIDEO

R

SPLIT

ANT 1 ANT 2

OUT

Note:

There are 2 sets of three video inputs, Y, PB , and PR . Separated component color inputs provide luminance and color
separation. Furthermore, the L (left) and R (right) audio inputs must be used.

Amplifier Connection (TO AUDIO AMP)

To listen through a separate stereo system, connect an
external audio amplifier TO AUDIO AMP outputs on back
of television.

Program Out Connection (PROG OUT)

To use the television audio and video with optional
equipment, connect the PROG OUT and TO AUDIO AMP
connections on the back of the television.

Note: TO AUDIO AMP terminals cannot be connected

directly to external speakers.

Audio Adjustments

Procedure

1. Select SPEAKERS ON located in the onscreen
AUDIO menu.

Procedure

1. Connect optional equipment to PROG OUT and TO
AUDIO AMP terminals.

2. PROG OUT terminal display is the same as onscreen
display.

2. Set amplifier volume to minimum.

3. Adjust television volume to desired level.

4. Adjust amplifier volume to match the television.

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

5. Select SPEAKERS OFF & VARIABLE AUDIO OUT
from AUDIO menu.

6. Volume, mute, bass, treble and balance are now
controlled through the television.

Select SPEAKERS OFF & FIXED AUDIO OUT to control
audio functions through the external amplifier.

External Amplifier

AUDIO INTPUT

L

R

CONNECTIONS ON BACK OF TV

COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT

INPUT

12

S VIDEO

PROG OUT

VIDEO

L

TO AUDIO

AMP

R

CABLES NOT SUPPLIED

16

12

Y

P

P

B

VIDEO

R

L

R

VIDEO

VCR

OR

MONITOR

AUDIO

Cable Connection

How to connect the HDMI Terminal

(HDMI : High Definition Multi media Interface)

1

∗

HDMI
both video and audio information.
This HDMI
Top Box or DVD player equipped with HDMI or DVI output connection.

By inputting a High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) high-definition picture source to the HDMI terminal of
this television, high-definition pictures can be displayed on the screen in their digital form.

is the first all digital consumer electronics A/V interface that supports uncompressed standard. One jack supports

1

∗

input can be connected to an EIA/CEA-861/861B

Audio Cable (not included)

Less than

4"(10 cm)

If the external device has DVI output only, use a
DVI to HDMI adaptor cable
jack. Also, connect the Audio out signal from the
external device.
(Set Top Box or DVD player) to the AUDIO IN
side the HDMI input.

3

∗

to connect to the HDMI

HDMI Cable(not included)

2

∗

compliant consumer electronic device, such as a Set

Set Top Box

DVD player
HDMI
signal out

4

∗

jacks

Applicable VIDEO Signal

This model support following format.
Please adjust the format of connecting equipment.

× ×

×

× ×

×

× ×

1,080i
480P
480P

× ×

×

× ×

× ×

480i

V)

Vertical scanning frequency(Hz)

59.94/60

59.94/60

59.94/60

59.94/60

No. of dots (H

1080i
480P

480i

This input terminal is not intended for use with computers.

AUDIO signal (L.PCM)

when the digital sound signal is included at connecting HDMI equipment.
Sumpling freguency

48KHz / 44.1KHz / 32 KHz

Notes:

(1)This HDMI connector is Type A.
(2)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.

(3) HDMI-DVI conversion cable (TY-SCHO3DH):available on Panasonic Website.

(www.panasonic.com)

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 videoincluding

∗

high bandwidth digital content protection.

3. Consult your consumer electronics dealer for availability details.

∗

4. (HDMI IN)Please refer to page 24.

∗

The HDMI terminal of this equipment is TYPE A.

•

1,920

× ×

×

× ×

720

× ×

×

× ×

640

720(1,440)

17

Cable Connection

PC Input Terminals connection

COMPUTER

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

INPUT 3

L AUDIO R

PC

Ferrite core (small size)

(supplied)

Less than

4" (10 cm)

Audio

Stereo plug

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

Conversion adapter
(if necessary)

Less than

4" (10 cm)

Less than
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 display resolution is a maximum of 768 × 768 dots (TH-42PX20), 1,024 × 768 dots (TH-50PX20) when the

aspect mode is set to “4:3”, and 1,024 × 768 dots (TH-42PX20), 1,366 × 768 dots (TH-50PX20) 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) 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

Pin No.

1514131211

67839

1

2

10

45

Pin Layout for PC Input
Terminal

1
2
3
4
5

18

Signal Name

R
G

B

NC (not connected)

GND (Ground)

Pin No.

6
7
8
9

10

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

NC (not connected)

GND (Ground)

Pin No.

11
12
13
14
15

Signal Name

NC (not connected)

NC

HD/SYNC

VD

NC

Power ON / OFF

POWER

AC cord connection

Connecting the AC cord plug to the Plasma TV.

Ferrite core (large size) (supplied)

How to Turn the Power On

Fix the AC cord plug securely to the
Plasma TV with the clamper.

Connecting the Plug to the Wall Outlet
Note:

The TV’s power cord must first be plugged into the wall
outlet and then turned on at the POWER switch (standby
mode).

U

M

POWER

E

T

VCR

TV

PC
MENU

T

V

T

/

V

C

E

P

S

A

AUX

DVD

CBL

TV

D

CH

O

I

T

N

C

A

VOL VOL

CH

I

D

E

SAP

O

L

RCVR

DBS

RECALL

Press the POWER switch on the TV to turn the set on.
POWER-ON: Red
When the set is on press the POWER switch on the TV
to turn the set off.
STANDBY: No light

Example: The screen below is displayed for a while after

the TV is turned on. (setting condition is an
example.)

POWER

Remote
Control
senser

CH 3

SAP

VIVID

JUST

Press the POWER button on the remote control to turn

Power
indicater

I

G

H

T

the TV on: Red
Press the POWER button on the remote control to turn
the TV off: No light (standby)

Note:

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

Menu Language Selection

In SET UP Menu, Select IDIOMA/LANGUE to change menu language to ENGLISH, ESPAÑOL (Spanish) or FRANÇAIS
(French). (refer to page 26)

19

HPJ

PC CARD
EJECT

SD CARD
PUSH-EJECT

ACTION INPUT VOLUME CHANNEL

S-VIDEO

PC

VIDEO

INPUT 3

L AUDIO R

VHF, UHF and Cable TV

VHF and UHF

PC CARD

SD CARD

EJECT

PUSH-EJECT

HPJ

ACTIONINPUT VOLUME CHANNEL

PC

L AUDIO R

S-VIDEO

VIDEO
INPUT 3

Power switch

Power indicator

SAP

T

V

/

V

I

D

E

O

L

I

G

H

T

AUX

RCVR

CBL

DBS

O

I

N

1

RECALL

TV

M

T

U

POWER

E

VCR

TV

PC
MENU

T

C

E

P

S

A

DVD

DTV

CH

T

C

A

VOL VOL

CH

ACTION button
(Press to make
selections.)

INPUT button
(Change to input
signal.)

Operation can be done
from the TV set.

Channel selectors

•

Volume adjusters

•

Remote control sensor
C.A.T.S sensor

Plasma C.A.T.S (Contrast Automatic Tracking System)
Plasma C.A.T.S automatically senses the ambient light
conditions and adjusts the brightness and gradation
accordingly, to optimise contrast.
(Effective when Picture mode is set to Auto.)

Press

to operate the TV set with the remote

TV

control.

PAG EEXIT

GUIDE

123

456

7809

R-TUNE PROG

PIP MIN

REW

FREEZE

TV/VCR

VCR CH

PIP SPLIT MOVE SWAP

PLAY

STOPPAUSE

PIP CH

PIP MAX

FF

REC

SEARCH

OPEN/CLOSE

2

3

4

POWER

CH

O

I

T

N

C

A

VOL VOL

CH

CH

O

I

T

N

C

A

VOL VOL

CH

Press to turn the TV on (See page 19).

Press to select the desired channel.

Select the desired volume level.

Notes:

(1) The channel number and volume level remain the same even after

the TV is turned off.

(2) Power consumption and howling sound can be reduced if the volume

level is lowered.

20

VHF, UHF and Cable TV

Cable TV

When the antenna cable is connected to the TV antenna terminal via a cable box or VCR, set the TV channel to CH3 or CH4.
This does not apply when signal is input from VIDEO INPUT.

Ferrite core (large size)
(supplied)

ANTENNA TERMINAL ON
THE BACK OF THE TV

To Antenna
Input

Incoming Cable from Antenna
or Cable TV System.

SD CARD
PUSH-EJECT

HPJ

ACTIONINPUT VOLUME CHANNEL

L AUDIO R

S-VIDEO

VIDEO
INPUT 3

M

POWER

E

T

U

VCR

PC
MENU

TV

T

V

T

/

C

E

P

S

A

AUX

DVD

CBL

DTV

CH

O

I

T

N

C

A

VOL VOL

CH

PAG EEXIT

V

I

D

123

PC CARD
EJECT

PC

E

O

RECALL

GUIDE

SAP

RCVR

DBS

Less than
4” (10 cm)

OUTPUT

CABLE BOX

L

I

G

H

T

Confirming

INPUT

Confirm that registration with cable TV provider and connection of
equipment are completed. Turn the CABLE BOX on and select the desired
volume level.

1

2

CBL

POWER

Press

Press while pointing the remote control towards

CBL

to confirm.

the CABLE BOX.

456

7809

R-TUNE PROG

PIP MIN

REW

FREEZE

TV/VCR

VCR CH

PIP SPLIT MOVE SWAP

PLAY

STOPPAUSE

PIP CH

PIP MAX

FF

REC

SEARCH

OPEN/CLOSE

3

Note:

The remote control code number is set for
Panasonic products.
When peripheral equipment does not operate,
reset code (See page 62 - 63).

Operate the CABLE BOX and select the desired volume level.

21

Location of Controls

Illuminated Remote Control

Power button

Press to turn the TV ON or OFF (See page 19).
Note: The TV’s power cord must first be plugged into the wall outlet

and then turned on at the POWER switch (standby mode).

ASPECT button

Change of screen size (See page 52).

JUST 4 : 3

MUTE button

Press this button to mute the sound, press again to cancel the mute.

Mode Selection buttons

Selects the operation mode for the remote control. (See page 63)

Digital Video Disk Mode Selection for Remote Control

AUX

VCR Mode Selection for Remote Control

TV Mode Selection for Remote Control

VCR

TV

DVD

DTV

CBL

Digital TV Mode Selection for Remote Control

R-TUNE

R-TUNE button

Switches to previously viewed channel or video mode.

ZOOM FULL

Aux Mode Selection for Remote Control

RCVR

Receiver/Amplifier Mode Selection
for Remote Control

DBS

Digital Broadcasting Satellite for
Remote Control

Cable TV Mode Selection for Remote Control

Operation of other Device

ButtonsButtons

Device

TV

VCR

CABLE/DBS

DVD/LD/CD

Skip Search REW/FF

RCVR

ButtonsButtons

Device

TV

VCR

CABLE/DBS

DVD/LD/CD

RCVR

22

PIP MIN

REW

PIP MAX

FF

PIP Minimize/Maximize

VCR REW/FF

-

Surround

REC

-

/+

-

VCR RECORD

DBS RECORD

-

-

PLAY

JPEG Viewer

PLAY

-

PLAY

-

FREEZE
TV/VCR

PIP or SPLIT FREEZE

TV/VCR Switch

TV/DBS Switch

-

-

PAUSE

-

Pause

-

Pause

-

PIP CH

VCR CH

PIP or SPLIT CH up/down

VCR CH up/down

TV/DBS CH up/down

-

-

STOP

-

STOP

-

STOP

-

SEARCH

OPEN/CLOSE

PIP Search

-

-

OPEN/CLOSE

-