TH-50PX500U

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Panasonic TH-50PX500U User Manual

Operating Instructions

Digital High Definition

Plasma Television

Manual de instrucciones

Televisor digital con pantalla

de plasma de alta definición

Model No.

Número de modelo

TH-42PX500U TH-50PX500U

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

or visit us at www.panasonic.com/contactinfo (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)

Para solicitar ayuda, llame al: 1-888-VIEW-PTV (843-9788)

o visítenos en www.panasonic.com/contactinfo (EE.UU.)

Para solicitar ayuda, llame al: 787-750-4300

o visítenos en www.panasonic.com (Puerto Rico)

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

Antes de conectar, utilizar o ajustar este producto, lea completamente este manual de instrucciones; yguárdelo para consultarlo en el futuro en caso de ser necesario.

English

Español

TQB2AA0540

The lightning flash with arrow-head within a triangle

CAUTION

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.

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 : 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.

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.

License description: Toview the license information for software used in this product, press the Menu button and select

[Set up]

[About] [License]. (See page 34)

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.

SD Logo is a trademark.

Manufactured under license from BBE Sound, Inc. Licensed by BBE Sound, Inc. under USP5510752 and 5736897.

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

CableCARD

is a trademark of Cable Television Laboratories, Inc.

In the United States, TV GUIDE and other related marks are registered marks of Gemstar-TV Guide International, Inc. and/or one of its affiliates. In Canada, TV GUIDE is a registered mark of Transcontinental Inc., and is used under licence by Gemstar-TV Guide International, Inc.

The TV Guide On Screen

system is manufactured under license from Gemstar-TV Guide International,

Inc. and/or one of its affiliates. The TV Guide On ScreenTMsystem is protected by one or more of the following issued United States

patents 6,498,895, 6,418,556, 6,331,877; 6,239,794; 6,154,203; 5,940,073; 4,908,713; 4,751,578; 4,706,121.

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.

FCC STATEMENT

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.

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 6, 12, 14. Any changes or modifications to this TV not expressly approved by Panasonic Corporation of North America could result harmful interference and would void the user’s authority to operate this device.

FCC Declaration of Conformity Model No. TH-42PX500U, TH-50PX500U

Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America

One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094

Contact Source: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company

1-888-VIEW-PTV (843-9788)

email: consumerproducts@panasonic.com

CANADIAN NOTICE:

For Models TH-42PX500U, TH-50PX500U This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

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 visit us at www.panasonic.com/contactinfo (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)

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

FCC STATEMENT ...................................................... 3

Safety Precautions .................................................... 5

Cleaning and maintenance....................................... 6

Accessories ............................................................... 6

Installation ................................................................. 7

Receiver Location .................................................. 7

Optional External Equipment ................................. 7

Remote Control Battery Installation ....................... 7

Cable binding instructions ....................................... 8

Connection ................................................................ 9

Antenna Connection ..............................................9

CableCARD

IR Blaster Connection .......................................... 10

Amplifier Connection (TO AUDIO AMP)............... 11

Program Out Connection (PROG OUT)............... 11

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

DVD Connection .................................................. 12

Video Input Connection........................................ 12

Connecting to the front AV terminals.................... 12

HDMI Connection................................................. 13

PC Input Terminals Connection............................ 14

Power ON / OFF ....................................................... 15

The Main Unit....................................................... 15

Location of Controls ............................................... 16

Connection ..................................... 9

First time setup ....................................................... 18

Watching TV programs ........................................... 21

On-Screen Menu Displays for Navigation............. 22

Menu Navigation ..................................................... 24

Picture..................................................................24

Audio....................................................................27

Timer....................................................................28

Set up................................................................... 29

Lock .....................................................................35

Photo Viewer ........................................................... 39

TV Guide .................................................................. 43

Screen Components ............................................ 43

MAIN SERVICES.................................................44

INITIAL GUIDE SETUP for TV Guide ...................... 49

Aspect Controls ...................................................... 51

Split - Screen ........................................................... 52

Operating peripheral equipment............................ 53

Programming the remote control code................. 53

Infrared Code Index ............................................. 54

Mode Operational Key Chart ...............................56

VIDEO/COMPONENT/HDMI input signals ............. 57

Specifications .......................................................... 57

Troubleshooting Chart............................................ 58

LIMITED WARRANTY (for U.S.A.) ........................... 60

CUSTOMER SERVICES DIRECTORY (for U.S.A.) .. 62

LIMITED WARRANTY (for Canada) ......................... 63

Safety Precautions

WARNING

SMALL PARTS CAN PRESENT CHOKING HAZARD IF ACCIDENTALLY SWALLOWED. KEEP SMALL PARTS AWAY FROM YOUNG CHILDREN. DISCARD UNNEEDED SMALL PARTS AND OTHER OBJECTS, INCLUDING PACKAGING MATERIALS AND PLASTIC BAGS/ SHEETS TO PREVENT THEM FROM BEING PLAYED WITH BY YOUNG CHILDREN, CREATING THE POTENTIAL RISK OF SUFFOCATION.

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 in-

side 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 is readily affected by 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 to, 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 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.

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

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-ST42PX500 (TH-42PX500U) TY-ST50PX500 (TH-50PX500U)

• Wall-hanging bracket (Vertical) TY-WK42PV3U

• Wall-hanging bracket (Angled) TY-WK42PR2U

• Floor stand TY-S42PX500W (TH-42PX500U) TY-S50PX500W (TH-50PX500U)

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 damage 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.

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.

• Continued 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. Servicing of the TV by any unauthorized personnel is strongly discouraged due to its high voltage dangerous nature.

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.

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.

Accessories

Check that you have the Accessories and items shown

Operating Instruction

Remote control EUR7627Z50 or EUR7627Z80

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 809

VOL

Batteries for the remote control (AA Battery × 2)

Product Registration Card (for U.S.A.) Customer Care Plan Card (for U.S.A.)

AC cord

Cable clamper × 2

F-Type antenna adapter (for 5C-2V) ( × 1)

Pedestal TY-ST42PX500 (TH-42PX500U) TY-ST50PX500 (TH-50PX500U)

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), as indicated by each connection diagram on the following pages (12, 14).

Optional Accessories

• Wall-hanging bracket (vertical) TY-WK42PV3U

• Wall-hanging bracket (Angled) TY-WK42PR2U

IR Blaster ( × 1) TNQX016

Ferrite core Large size × 1 ZCAT3035-1330

Small size

Gray color × 1 ZCAT2235-1030

White color × 4

RFC-8

Pull back the

tabs (in two places) to open.

Put the cable and close.

• Floor stand TY-S42PX500W (TH-42PX500U) TY-S50PX500W (TH-50PX500U)

Installation

Receiver Location

This unit is intended to be used with the stand or bracket. Consult your dealer for available options. Position 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.

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 54, prior to setting up the remote control.

Note the correct polarity (+ and

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.

Cable binding instructions

Cable cover

AC cord

Removal

AV IN

R L AUDIO IN

S VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO IN

COMPONENT VIDEO

INPUT 1 INPUT 2 OUTPUT

INPUT

1 Push down hooks and pull the

cover slightly towards yourself to disengage the claws (at 2 points).

Clamper Open

2 Slowly pull out in the upward

direction.

Fitting

How to fix:

Fix by pushing in until a clicking sound is heard.

How to release:

Pull down while

1 Insert the claws (at 2 points) at the

drawing the knob.

bottom end.

2 Push until it clicks.

Note: To avoid interference appearing on the screen, do not bundle the RF cable and mains lead together.

Clamp

Cable binding condition

Attach the bands.

Insert the spigot on the two bands into the pedestal.

Fastening band

Band

Fastening

To tighten.

Loosening

Pull off.

Keep the knob pressed.

Connect cables.

Example of “connection cable routing”

AC cord

Clamp

Binding strap

Band

Connection

Note:

Cables and connectors are not supplied with this set.

Antenna Connection

The RF input mode must be set to Antenna (see pages 19, 30).

Back of the TV

Antenna

ANTENNA Cable In

75 Ohm Coaxial Cable (5C-2V or higher specification)

CableCARDTMConnection

Terminal

F-Type Antenna Connector

Home antenna

UHFVHF

Mixer

Incoming Cable signal

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 ANT connector.

2.Turn the TV on (see page 15).

3.Set the input mode to TV (see page 16).

4.Insert the CableCARD

(with upper side facing you) into CableCARDTM slot on the back of the TV.

Follow the messages displayed on the screen.

Back of the TV

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

G-LINK

CableCARD

POD MODULE

INSERT THIS END

Upper side of the card

TENNA

Cable In

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 persists, please call Panasonic Customer Call Center for further instructions.

• Do not insert a PCMCIA card into CableCARD

slot.

Connection

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

G-LINK

AV IN

R L

AUDIO IN

S VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

PROGOUTCOMPONENT VIDEO

INPUT

INPUT 2 INPUT 1

TO AUDIO AMP

AUDIO

ANTENNA Cable In

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

G-LINK

IR Blaster Connection

With the IR Blaster connection setting timer recording can be done easily by using the TV GUIDE function in this set. Connect the IR Blaster if you wish to send remote control signals

from the plasma TV to control the recording of a connected video recorder. Position the IR Blaster remote control emitter facing the signal sensor of the video recorder and you will be able to easily record programs from digital broadcasts using a video recorder connected to the plasma TV.

Setting the IR Blaster

Place the IR Blaster in front of the signal sensor of the video recorder. (VCR)

Read the video recorder operating instructions regarding positioning of the signal sensor.

If necessary , use the double sided adhesive tape (included) to secure the IR Blaster to a flat surface.

e.g. Television stand surface If you peel off the adhesive tape, the

surface may become damaged. Once you have confirmed the video recorder is operating correctly, secure it by attaching the adhesive

Video recorder

tape.

Introduction to recording scheduling using the IR Blaster

Y ou may do recording scheduling from the TV Guide of this TV after installing the IR Blaster. (See page 43)

G-LINK jack

IR Blaster (Supplied)

Infrared emitter

Video recorder (VCR)

INPUT / OUTPUT Connection

Connection for recording to a VCR by using TV GUIDE

Back of the TVG-LINK

IR Blaster

AV IN

VIDEO

AUDIO

INPUT

To INPUT 1

from PROG.OUT

R L

AUDIO IN

S VIDEO

VIDEO

TO AUDIO AMP

PROGOUTCOMPONENT VIDEO

INPUT 2 INPUT 1

The TV acts as a proxy for some remote control operations of the VCR.

Converts scheduling data displayed on the TV to a remote control signal and sends it

TVTVVCR DVD

DTV

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 809

RCVR

DBS/CBL

AUX

VOLCHVOL

No need to set

Setting the recording time, channel and recording mode, etc.

Settings other than basic ones (such as recording time and channel) must be set on the VCR.

recording time or channel on the video recorder

VCR

Notes:

• The input signals connected to INPUT 1 cannot be output from PROG. OUT terminals. (both Video and audio) However, output can be obtained from optical Digital Audio terminals. (Input signals other than from INPUT 1 can be output from PROG. OUT.)

• When you make schedule recording using TV Guide with IR blaster, you have to select in your VCR Line-1 (L-1) and set your VCR in OFF condition. (Refer to the Operating Instruction manual of VCR)

AV IN

R L

AUDIO IN

S VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

PROGOUTCOMPONENT VIDEO

INPUT

INPUT 2 INPUT 1

TO AUDIO AMP

CableCARD

ANTENNA Cable In

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

G-LINK

AUDIO

Connection

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 fullbandwidth channels for front left, front right, center, surround left and surround right, plus a LFE (Low Frequency Effect) subwoofer channel.

OPTICAL IN

Amplifier

Optical digital audio cable

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

G-LINK

DIGIT

AUDIO OUT

Back of the TV

AUDIO INPUT

Audio cable

Procedure

1. Select Speakers “Off” in Audio menu (see page 27).

OUTPUT

AUDIO OUT

2. Adjust the amplifier volume to the desired level.

Notes:

• Depending on your DVD player and DVD-Audio software the copyright protection function may operate and disable optical output.

• External speakers cannot be connected directly to OUTPUT 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.

Program Out Connection (PROG OUT)

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

Back of the TV

VCR

DVD recorder

VIDEO INPUT

AUDIO INPUT

AV IN

AUDIO

VIDEO

AUDIO

COMPONENT VIDEO

INPUT

AV cable

OUTPUT

R L

AUDIO IN

S VIDEO

VIDEO

TO AUDIO AMP

PROGOUT

INPUT 2 INPUT 1

Notes:

• The input signals connected to INPUT1 cannot be output from PROG. OUT terminals. (both picture and audio) However, output can be obtained from optical Digital Audio terminals. (Input signals other than from INPUT1 can be output from PROG. OUT.)

• Connect the output of the Video recorder to INPUT1, when recording by using TV GUIDE.

• When a device (STB, DVD, etc.) is connected to the HDMI or COMPONENT terminals (see pages 12, 13), only audio signals will be output. No video signals will be output.

• When a schedule recording is activated on the TV Guide, the show will be recorded on a connected VCR. Please note that the screen will automatically be switched to the channel of the recorded show.

• 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 a Macrovision signal to prevent VCR recording.

Connection

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

This TV is capable of displaying 1080i, 720p, 480p and 480i DTV signals when connected to a DTV T uner Set-Top Box (STB). This TV also utilizes a progressive scan doubler, which de-interlaces the NTSC signal and progressively scans the image.

• To view DTV programs, connect the STB to the component video input terminals (Y, P color inputs provide luminance and separate color signal.

• Set the output of the STB to either 1080i, 720p, 480p or 480i.

• A DTV signal must be available in your area.

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

, PR) of the TV. Component

Back of the TV

Note:

Set Top Box

DVD player

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

AUDIO OUTPUT

Component Video cable

Audio cable

INPUT 1/2

AUDIO

VIDEO

AUDIO

COMPONENT VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

All signals will be re-formatted for viewing on your plasma display.

Video Input Connection

VCR

CAMCORDER

VIDEO GAME CONSOLE

S-VIDEO

OUT

VIDEO

OUT

AUDIO

OUT

Note:

The S Video input will override the composite video signal when S Video cable is connected. Connect either S Video cable or Video cable.

S-Video cable Video cable

Audio cable

INPUT 1 / 2

AUDIO

VIDEO

AUDIO

AV IN

COMPONENT VIDEO

INPUT

Back of the TV

AV IN

COMPONENT VIDEO

INPUT

R L

AUDIO IN

S VIDEO

VIDEO

TO AUDIO AMP

PROGOUT

INPUT 2 INPUT 1

R L

AUDIO IN

S VIDEO

VIDEO

TO AUDIO AMP

PROGOUT

INPUT 2 INPUT 1

Connecting to the front AV terminals

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

Ferrite core (Large size) (supplied)

Asecond 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.

Ferrite core (Small size white color) (supplied)

Audio cable

CAMCORDER

Video cable S-Video cable

Connection

HDMI Connection

HDMI1 (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 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 high-definition pictures on this TV in digital form.

input terminal, you can connect an EIA/CEA-861/861B2compliant consumer electronic device, such as

AV IN

R L AUDIO IN

VIDEO

AUDIO

UDIO

COMPONENT VIDEO

Compatible VIDEO Signal

No. of dots (H ×V)

1080i

720p 480p

480i

1,920×1,080i

1280×720p

720×480p, 640×480p

720(1,440)×480i

INPUT

AV IN

HDMI cable

INPUT 2 INPUT 1

Audio cable

• If connecting with an HDMI

R L

AUDIO IN

cable, it is not necessary to connect an audio cable.

• If connecting to equipment that has only a DVI output

S VIDEO

terminal, HDMI-DVI conversion cable and an

VIDEO

audio cable are necessary .

• Select the audio setting in HDMI In (see page 27).

TO AUDIO AMP

PROGOUT

Vertical scanning frequency (Hz)

59.94/60

59.94/60, 59.94/60

59.94/60

HDMI cable

AUDIO

OUT

HDMI signal out

Set Top Box

DVD player

HDMI

OUT

Notes:

• This input terminal is not intended for use with computers.

• All signals will be re-formatted for viewing on your plasma display.

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

Notes:

• This HDMI connector is Type A.

• If you connect 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.

• 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.

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 -SCH03DH): available from Panasonic Website. Consult your consumer electronics dealer for availability details.

Connection

PC Input Terminals Connection

Less than 10cm (4”)

COMPUTER

AV IN

R L AUDIO IN

Ferrite core

D-sub 15p

(Small size gray color)

Conversion adapter (if necessary)

Stereo plug

RGB

PC cable

Less than 10cm (4”)

Ferrite core (Small size white color)

Audio

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

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:

Model

TH-42PX500U TH-50PX500U

4:3

768×768

1,024×768

Aspect

16:9

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 IBM PC/AT 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.

Signal Names for D-sub 15P Connector

1514131211

67839

Pin Layout for PC Input Terminal

Pin No.

1 2 3 4 5

Signal Name

NC (not connected)

GND (Ground)

Pin No.

6 7 8 9

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

NC (not connected)

GND (Ground)

Pin No.

11 12 13 14 15

Signal Name

NC (not connected)

HD/SYNC

VD NC

Power ON / OFF

AV IN

R L AUDIO IN

S VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO IN

12 COMPONENT VIDEO

INPUT 1 INPUT 2 OUTPUT

INPUT

POWER button

Press to turn the TV’s main power on/off.

POWER

Power indicator

Power on : Red Power off : No Light

C.A.T.S.

Plasma C.A.T.S. (Contrast Automatic Tracking System). See page 24.

Remote control sensor

Within about 23 feet (7 meters) in front of the TV set.

Connect the AC cord plug to the Plasma TV.

• Fix the power cord plug securely with the clamper (see page 8).

Connect the plug to the wall outlet.

Press POWER button on front of this unit.

First time setup is displayed on screen.

First time setup

Language

Clock

Auto program

(Refer to page 18-20 for operation)

POWER

Press to turn the TV on or off.

POWER

TV VCR DVD

DTV

RCVR

DBS/CBL

VOL

SLEEP EXIT

TV/VIDEO

The Main Unit

Open the front cover

Raise the lower part of the door labeled “PULL”.

SAP

LIGHT

Notes:

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

• The First time setup screen is displayed only the first time

AUX

you turn the power on after purchase. If you wish to change the settings of these items later, select them via the Setup menu.

VOL

Video Input 3 connector

PC CARD slot

Change the TV Channel.

(Move cursor to up or down during menu mode.) Adjust the volume level. (Move cursor to right or left during menu mode.)

Change the input mode.

Choose menu and submenu entry.

Display the Main menu.

Display the TV GUIDE.

1515

Location of Controls

POWER

Turn the TV ON or OFF.

Mode Selection buttons (see page 53-55)

TV : TV VCR: VCR DVD: DVD

Digital TV

DTV :

RCVR : DBS/CBL : Digital Broadcast System/Cable TV AUX : Aux

Receiver/Amplifier

POWER

SAP

TV/VIDEO

Change the input mode.

• Press to display the Input selection menu.

Input select

[1] TV

[2] Component 1

[3] Component 2

[4] HDMI

[5] Video 1

[6] Video 2

[7] Video 3

[8] PC

• Press corresponding number key on the remote control to select the input of your choice.

Note:

Video input can also be selected by pressing then the CH

Access SD Memory Card.(see page 39).

TVGUIDE PAGE

INFO

Page scroll on TV Guide Press to display a help screen on TV Guide Press to enter the TV Guide

(see page 43)

TV/VIDEO

buttons, then pressing “OK” key.

VCR DVD

DTV

RCVR

TV/VIDEO

TVGUIDE PAGE

VOL

INFO

LIGHT

DBS/CBL

AUX

SLEEP EXIT

VOL

RETURN

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

R-TUNE

PROG

R-TUNE

Switch to previously viewed channel and input modes.

PLAY FFREW

PAUSE

STOP

REC

Operation of other Device

(see page 56)

TV/VCR

SPLIT SWAP

DVD/VCR CH

OPEN/CLOSE

SWAP

Swap pictures in SPLIT operation (see page 52).

SPLIT

Split Screen (see page 52)

PAUSE

TV/VCR

PLAY

STOP

SPLIT SWAP

DVD/VCR CH

FFREW

REC

OPEN/CLOSE

SAP

• Digital channel Select the audio track (if available).

Audio Track 1 of 1

(English)

Location of Controls

• Analog channel Cycle through different audio modes.

Stereo SAP Mono

LIGHT

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

SLEEP timer (minutes)

30 60 90

EXIT menus Normal viewing, from each menu.

MUTE

Mute the sound. Press again to cancel mute.

ASPECT

Change the screen aspect (see page 51).

FAVORITE

Channel numbers registered in Favorite are displayed on the favorite tune screen. Select the desired broadcast station with the cursor, or using number keys.

RECALL

Display or remove the channel banner.

Channel, Program and Station identifier

15-2

ABC - HD

- 10:30

SAP

TV-G

Program titleProgram end time

Andrew’s cooking show

1080I

Standard

4 : 3

Clock

10:00 am

Closed Caption Rating Picture mode setting

SAP indication Signal resolution Aspect

CH: Change to the next channel up.

: Move cursor upward during menu mode.

VOL : Reduces volume.

: Move cursor to the left

during menu mode.

VOL

Display Main Menu

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 e.g. CH 15-1: [1] [5] [-] [1] [OK]

VOL

RETURN

Time remaining in Sleep Timer

Choose menu and submenu entry.

VOL

: Increase volume.

: Move cursor to the right during

menu mode.

RETURN

Press to return to previous Menu.

First time setup

Language

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 adjust the settings in Setup menu (see pages 29-31).

Language

POWER

TV VCR DVD

DTV

RCVR

TV/VIDEO

VOL

DBS/CBL

SAP

LIGHT

AUX

SLEEP EXIT

VOL

Allows you to select the language used for On Screen Displays.

Press to select “Language”.

VOLCHVOL

Press to display “Language”

screen.

Press to select “English”,

“Español” or “Français”.

First Time Setup

Language

Clock

Auto program

English

TVGUIDE PAGE

INFO

1 2 3 4 5 6

Clock

Mode

VOLCHVOL

RETURN

Press to move the cursor to

VOLCHVOL

Press to go to previous screen.

Press to select “Clock”. Press to display the clock adjust screen.

Press to select “Mode”. Press to select “Manual” or “Auto”.

Manual : Registers the time set by user. Auto : Updates the clock time by extracting time

information from the digital broadcast.

First Time Setup

Language

Clock

Auto program

Clock

Mode

Date

Time

Time zone

DST

English

Manual

4 / 1 / 2005

9 : 43 AM

EST

Off

Date

Valid when Mode is set to manual.

Press to select “Date”.

VOLCHVOL

Press and release immediately to change the day; press

and hold to change the month.

Clock

Mode

Date

Time

Time zone

DST

Manual

4 / 1 / 2005

9 : 43 AM

EST

Off

First time setup

Time

Valid when Mode is set to manual.

Press to select “Time”.

VOLCHVOL

Press to adjust “Time”.

If the button is held, the speed of change increases.

Clock

Mode

Date

Time

Time zone

DST

Manual

4 / 1 / 2005

9 : 43 AM

EST

Time zone

Valid when Mode is set to “Auto”.

Press to select “Time zone”.

VOLCHVOL

Press to select your zone.

AST EST CST MST PST

NST HST AKST

Clock

Mode

Date

Time

Time zone

DST

Auto

4 / 1 / 2005

9 : 43 AM

EST

Daylight saving

Valid when Mode is set to “Auto”.

Press to select “DST” (Daylight saving).

VOLCHVOL

Press to select “On” or “Off”.

Clock

Mode

Date

Time

Time zone

DST

Auto

4 / 1 / 2005

9 : 43 AM

Off

EST

Off

Auto program

Auto program is not available while the CableCARDTMis inserted. You can scan All (Analog and Digital) channels. If needed, follow the menus and procedures displayed on-screen for setting up the features. You can also adjust the settings in Setup menu.

VOLCHVOL

Press to select “Auto program”. Press to display “Auto program” adjust

screen.

First time setup

Language

Clock

Auto program

Press to select “ANT In”. Press to select “Cable” or “Antenna”.

Auto program

ANT In

Mode

Start scan

Cable

All

Press to select “Mode”. Press to select “All” or “Analog ”.

Auto program

ANT In

Mode

Start scan

Cable

All

Press to select “Start scan”. Press to start.

Channels available for reception will be set automatically.

Auto program

ANT In

Mode

Start scan

Cable

All

Now scanning analog channel ...

Progress

• After Auto program is complete, the unit will return to Manual Program mode.

To make available a channel that has been located by auto scan, in the Manual program mode, move the cursor to

“Apply” and press

Press

EXIT

key.

: To exit the menu screen

First time setup

INITIAL GUIDE SETUP for TV Guide

The TV Guide Welcome Screen is displayed at first time setup. Follow the guidance shown on the screen.

Reminder Screen

If you previously skipped TV Guide setup, you see the Reminder Screen when you power On your TV.

Move the highlighting to select an

VOLCHVOL

• Set up TV Guide On Screennow : TV Guide setup begins. Follow the instructions on the screen to perform setup.

option. Press OK to choose the option.

(See page 49, INITIAL GUIDE SETUP for TV Guide)

• Remind me to set it up later : The system returns to the normal TV screen.

• Don’t remind me again : The system returns to the normal TV screen. The Reminder Screen will no longer be displayed when power is turned On.

Note:

If you decide not to setup the TV Guide now , this reminder screen will appear each time you power On the TV (except if you selected “Don’t remind me again”).

Welcome Screen

The Welcome Screen is displayed at first time setup.

VOLCHVOL

Press OK to begin TV Guide setup. Follow the instructions on the screen

to perform setup. (See pages 49-51)

Watching TV programs

POWER

TV VCR DVD

DTV

RCVR

DBS/CBL

VOLCHVOL

INFO

SLEEP

TV/VIDEO

TVGUIDE PAGE

SAP

LIGHT

AUX

EXIT

RETURN

1 2

3 4

POWER

EXIT

VOLCHVOL

Press to operate the TV set with the remote control.

SCHEDULE LISTINGS SEARCH SETUPSETUP

Press to turn the TV on. TV Guide is displayed.

Please refer to page 43 for the TV Guide description and operating instruction.

Press to exit from the TV Guide on screen display.

Press channel up/down buttons to tune to the desired channel.

• You can also use the direct program number selection buttons and PROG–button (see page 17).

Select the desired volume level.

NOTE:

The factory default setting is to display the TV Guide channel list whenever the TV is initially powered On.

To disable this default mode and view a TV channel on every power on, perform the following operations.

Press ‘TV Guide’ remote button & select “SETUP” in the Service Bar of the TV Guide.

SCHEDULELISTINGS LISTINGSSEARCH SETUP

VOLCHVOL

Press to select “Change default options”. Press to display “Change default options”.

Press to select “General defaults”. Press to display “General defaults” in Panel Menu.

Press to select “auto guide”. Press to select “off”.

SCHEDULELISTINGS LISTINGSSEARCH SETUP

VOLCHVOL

Press to select “done”. Press to store the “setup”.

TV Guide channel listing will no longer appear.

2121

R-TUNE

PLAY FFREW

PROG

VCR DVD

DTV

RCVR

DBS/CBL

LIGHT

TV/VIDEO

SLEEP EXIT

SAP

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

AUX

STOP

PAUSE

TV/VCR

OPEN/CLOSE

DVD/VCR CH

REC

POWER

VOL VOL

RETURN

TVGUIDE PAGE

INFO

SPLIT SWAP

On-Screen Menu Displays for Navigation

Picture adjust (See page 24)

VOLCHVOL

During “RGB / PC” input signal.

VOLCHVOL

PC Adjust 1/2

Normal

Sync

Dot Clock

H-Position

V-Position

PC Adjust 2/2

Clock Phase

Input Resolution

Audio adjust (See page 27)

VOLCHVOL

Press to select picture menu. Press to select or

adjust picture items.

Press to select “PC Adjust”. Press to display

PC Adjust menu.

Press to select Audio menu. Press to adjust

Audio items.

Press to select “Other Adjust”. Press to display

Other Adjust menu.

On G

VGA

Picture 1/2

Normal

Pic. mode

Picture

Brightness

Color

Tint

Sharpness

Picture 2/2

Color Temp

Color Mng.

C.A.T.S.

Zoom Adjust

PC Adjust

Other Adjust

Standard

+30

+10

Cool

Off

Press to select. Press to enter each

adjust screen. Press to return to

previous menu.

VOLCHVOL

Press to select “Other Adjust”. Press to display

Other Adjust menu.

Other Adjust

Video NR

3D Y/C Filter

Color Matrix

MPEG NR

Black level

Audio

Normal

Bass

Treble

Balance

Other Adjust

AI Sound

BBE VIVA 3D

BBE

Surround

Speakers

HDMI In

Audio Leveler

Off

Dark

Auto

Set

+ 7

Off

Press

button to

display main menu.

Picture

Audio

Timer

Lock

Memory card

TV Guide

Setup

Timer adjust (See page 28)

VOLCHVOL

Press to select either “Sleep” or “Timer 1” “Timer 5”. Press to display desired Timer Adjust menu.

Timer

Sleep

Timer 1

Timer 2

Timer 3

Timer 4

Timer 5

Sleep

Timer 1

Day

On time

Off time

Set

310 - 1

EVR FRI

10:00 AM

11:00 AM

On-Screen Menu Displays for Navigation

1 2 3 4 5 6

Lock settings

(See page 35)

Enter a 4-digit password.

Create password.

7 809

Channel lock

CH 1

CH 2

CH 3

VOLCHVOL

Press to select. Press to go to each

setting screen.

CH 4

CH 5

CH 6

CH 7

Photo Viewer for Memory CARD (See page 39)

Press to select “SD card”

VOLCHVOL

TV Guide

or “PC card”. Press to enter

the Photo Viewer.

SCHEDULE LISTINGS SEARCH SETUPSETUP

(See page 43)

----

SD card

PC card

3- 0

VOLCHVOL

Enter password.

Program lock

MPAA

U.S.TV

C.E.L.R.

C.F.L.R.

Monitor out

----

Change password

Enter new password.

JPEG thumbnail

Total 8 Info

No. 102-0006 Date 01/01/2000 Pixel 2048x1536

Select

RETURN

102-0002 102-0003

102-0001

102-0004 102-0005 102-0006

102-0007 102-0008

Press to move the highlighting.

Press to choose the option and continue to the next mode.

Lock

Mode

Off Channel

Program

Change password

----

Enter new password, again.

----

Setup (See page 29)

Setup

CH scan

Fav.

Language

Clock

Program channel

Input labels

Language

(See page 18)

Clock adjust

(See pages 18, 19)

Input Labels

(See page 32)

Setup

Other adjust

About

Reset

Language

Clock

Mode

Date

Time

Time zone

DST

Input labels

Comp. 1

Comp. 2

HDMI

Video 1

Video 2

Video 3

Input labels

Manual

4 / 1 / 2005

9 : 43 AM

English

EST

Off

VOLCHVOL

RETURN

Program channel

(See page 30)

CC (Closed Caption)

(See page 32)

Other Adjust (Setup)

(See page 34)

About

(See page 34)

Press to select . Press to go to each adjust screen.

Auto program (See page 30)

Press to return to previous screen.

Program channel

Auto

Manual

Signal meter

Mode

Analog

Digital

Primary

Digital setting

CC reset

Other Adjust

Auto Power On

Side Bar

About

Version

License

CableCARD

Off

CC1

Off

Manual program (See page 30)

Auto program

ANT In

Mode

Cable

All

Start scan

Edit

Caption Favorite Add

- - -

Apply

- - -

Signal meter (See page 31)

Signal meter

Signal strength

Current

Peak level

2 - 1

85 %

Yes

Menu Navigation

Picture

Press the MENU button to display the Main menu.

Press to select “Picture”.

VOLCHVOL

Normal / Picture / Brightness / Color / Tint / Sharpness / Color Temp / Color Mng. / C.A.T.S

Press to enter sub-menu.

Picture

Audio

Timer

Lock

Memory card

Picture 1/2

Normal

Pic. mode

Picture

Brightness

Color

Tint

Sharpness

Standard

+30

+10

Picture 2/2

Color Temp

Color Mng.

C.A.T.S.

Zoom Adjust

PC Adjust

Other Adjust

Cool

Off

VOLCHVOL

Press to select the sub-menu.

Press to adjust the sub-menu.

Picture 1/2

Normal

Pic. mode

Picture

Brightness

Color

Tint

Sharpness

Item Explanations

Normal Picture Brightness Color Tint Sharpness

Color Temp

(Temperature)

Color Mng.

Resets all picture adjustments to factory default settings. Adjusts white areas of picture. Adjusts dark areas of picture. Adjusts desired color intensity. Adjusts natural fresh tones. Adjusts clarity of outline detail.

To increase or decrease Warm (red) and Cool (blue) colors to suit personal preferences. Color Mng. On enhances green and blue color reproduction, especially outdoor scenes.

(Color Management)

Plasma C.A.T .S. (Contrast Automatic Tracking System) automatically senses the ambient light conditions

C.A.T.S.

and adjusts the brightness and gradation accordingly, to optimize contrast.

Standard

+30

+10

Picture 2/2

Color Temp

Color Mng.

C.A.T.S

Zoom Adjust

PC Adjust

Other Adjust

Cool

Off

Pic. mode

Choose the pre-set picture mode that best suits the program you are viewing. This feature also affects Color Temp setting.

Press to select “Pic. mode”.

VOLCHVOL

Press to select the picture mode.

• Vivid (default):

• Standard :

• Cinema :

Provides enhanced picture contrast and sharpness for viewing in a well-lit room. Recommended for normal viewing conditions with subdued room lighting. For watching movies in a darkened room. It provides a soft, film-like picture.

Note: Each mode has its own picture settings (Picture, Brightness, Color, Tint and Sharpness).

Zoom Adjust

Menu Navigation

Adjust the Zoom position. It works when Aspect mode is Zoom.

Press to select Zoom Adjust

VOLCHVOL

menu. Press to display the Zoom Adjust

screen.

Press to adjust V-Position.

VOLCHVOL

Press to adjust Size.

• V-Position : Adjust the vertical position.

• Size : Adjust the vertical size.

Note:

To return to the default setting, press the “OK” button.

Other Adjust

Press to select “Other Adjust”.

VOLCHVOL

Press to display other Adjust

menu.

+30

+10

Picture 2/2

Color Temp

Color Mng.

C.A.T.S

Zoom Adjust

PC Adjust

Other Adjust

Picture 1/2

Normal

Pic. mode

Picture

Brightness

Color

Tint

Sharpness

Standard

V-Position Adjust the vertical position.

VOLCHVOL

Size

Picture 1/2

Normal

Pic. mode

Picture

Brightness

Color

Tint

Sharpness

Adjust the vertical size.

VOLCHVOL

Picture 2/2

Color Temp

Color Mng.

C.A.T.S

Zoom Adjust

PC Adjust

Other Adjust

Standard

+30

+10

Cool

Off

Cool

Off

Press to select the sub-menu.

VOLCHVOL

Press to select or adjust the sub-

menu.

Item Explanations

Video NR 3D Y/C Filter

Color Matrix

Reduces noise, commonly called snow. Leave off when receiving a strong signal. Minimizes noise and cross-color in the picture.

Select SD or HD.

• SD : When the input signal is a normal TV system (NTSC).

• HD : When the input signal is a High-Definition system (ATSC). Displays 480p input signals in natural color from digital equipment adapters connected to

COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT (Y, P

, PR) terminals.

Select HD or SD to adjust color parameters automatically for HD (high definition) or SD (standard definition).

Note:

This feature is available only with 480p signal and not available with regular TV (NTSC) program.

MPEG NR Black level

Digital noise unique to DVD, STB, etc. will be reduced. Select Dark or Light. Valid only for external input signals.

Other Adjust

Video NR

3D Y/C Filter

Color Matrix

MPEG NR

Black level

Off

Dark

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