Panasonic TH-42XVS30, TH-50XVS30 User Manual

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Operating Instructions

Digital High Definition Plasma TV

System No. TH-42XVS30U

Model No.

• TH-42XVS30UP: Display / Speaker / Pedestal
TH-42XVS30: High Definition Plasma Display
TY-SP42XVS30: Speaker System
TY-ST42XVS30: Pedestal

• TU-PT700U: Digital Media Receiver

System No.

TH-50XVS30U

Model No.

• TH-50XVS30UP: Display / Speaker / Pedestal
TH-50XVS30: High Definition Plasma Display
TY-SP50XVS30: Speaker System
TY-ST50XVS30: Pedestal

• TU-PT700U: Digital Media Receiver

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.
For details on installation of the pedestal, refer to the Pedestal’s Installation Manual. For details on installation and
connection of the speaker, refer to the Speaker’s Installation Manual.

English

TQBC0941-1

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.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

Do not place liquid containers (flower vase, cups, cosmetics, etc.) above the set. (including on
shelves above, etc.)

WARNING: AS WITH ANY SMALL OBJECT, SD CARDS CAN BE SWALLOWED BY YOUNG CHILDREN. DO

NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO HANDLE THE SD CARD.

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

qualified service personnel.

2) Do not remove the grounding pin on the power plug. This apparatus is equipped with a three pin
grounding-type power plug. This plug will only fit a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature.
If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact an electrician.
Do not defeat the purpose of the grounding plug.

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.

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 symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

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

: SD Logo is a trademark.

Manufactured under license from BBE Sound, Inc.

Licensed by BBE Sound, Inc. under USP4638258, 5510752 and 5736897.
BBE and BBE symbol are registered trademarks of BBE Sound, Inc.

CableCARDTM is a trademark of Cable Television Laboratories, Inc.

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Important Safety Instructions

1) Read these instructions.

2) Keep these instructions.

3) Heed all warnings.

4) Follow all instructions.

5) Do not use this apparatus near water.

6) Clean only with dry cloth.

7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.

9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider
than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are
provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the
obsolete outlet.

10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the apparatus.

11) Only use attachments / accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the
apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart / apparatus combination to avoid
injury from tip-over.

13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any
way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus,
the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

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

The nameplate for this Receiver is located on the bottom of the product.

TU-PT700U

RECEIVER

DIGITAL MEDIA

SD CARD

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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)

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.

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 ........................................................... 6

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

Cleaning and maintenance ........................................... 8

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

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

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

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

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

Connection ................................................................... 11

Connection to the display ............................................ 12

Cable / Antenna Connection ....................................... 12

AV Connection ............................................................ 13

VCR Connection .................................................... 13

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

or DVD Connection ........................................ 14

Program Out Connection (PROG OUT) ................. 14

Amplifier Connection .............................................. 15

Front AV Connection ................................................... 15

HDMI Connection ........................................................ 16

PC Connection ............................................................ 17

CableCARDTM Connection .......................................... 18

Cable cover removal and fitting .................................. 18

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

Location of Controls .................................................... 20

First Time Setup ........................................................... 22

Watching TV programs ................................................ 23

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

Picture ......................................................................... 26

Pic Mode ................................................................ 26

Color / Tint / Brightness / Picture / Sharpness / Normal..

Other Adjust ........................................................... 26

Audio ........................................................................... 28

Bass / Treble / Balance / Normal ........................... 28

Other Adjust ........................................................... 28

Channel ....................................................................... 30

Favorite .................................................................. 30

Captions ................................................................. 31

Timer ........................................................................... 33

Clock Set ................................................................ 33

Day Set .................................................................. 33

Timer ...................................................................... 34

Sleep ...................................................................... 35

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Setup ........................................................................... 36

Program CH ........................................................... 36

Auto Scan .............................................................. 37

Manual Program .................................................... 37

Signal Meter ........................................................... 38

Language ............................................................... 38

Closed Caption ...................................................... 39

Other Adjust ........................................................... 41

CableCARDTM........................................................ 41

Lock ............................................................................ 42

Password ............................................................... 42

Lock Set ................................................................. 42

Channel Lock ......................................................... 43

Block Program ....................................................... 43

How Long? ............................................................. 45

Blocking Messages ................................................ 45

Photo Viewer ................................................................ 46

Thumbnail Mode ......................................................... 48

Photo Viewer Setup Menu .......................................... 49

Slide Show ............................................................. 49

Rotate .................................................................... 50

Zoom ...................................................................... 50

Card ....................................................................... 50

Photo Viewer Troubleshooting ............................... 51

PIP (Picture in Picture) Operation .............................. 52

SPLIT Operation ........................................................... 54

Aspect Controls ........................................................... 56

PC MENU....................................................................... 57

Operating peripheral equipment................................. 59

Programming the remote control code ........................ 59

Infrared Code Index .................................................... 60

Mode Operational Key Chart ...................................... 63

Troubleshooting Chart................................................. 65

Specifications ............................................................... 67

VIDEO/COMPONENT/

RGB/PC/HDMI input signals ................ back cover

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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, these products maintain at least 40
cm spacing to other peripheral devices.
Any changes or modifications to these products not expressly approved by Matsushita Electric Corporation
of America could result harmful interference and would void the user’s authority to operate this device.

FCC Declaration of Conformity
Model No.TH-42XVS30, TH-50XVS30, TU-PT700U

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]

CANADIAN NOTICE:

For Models TH-42XVS30, TH-50XVS30, TU-PT700U
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

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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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(6 cm) or more at the

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

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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-ST42XVS30 (TH-42XVS30)

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Speaker System (included) ............................... TY-SP42XVS30 (TH-42XVS30)

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Wall-hanging bracket (Vertical) ......................... TY-WK42PV7

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Wall-hanging bracket (Angled) .......................... TY-WK42PR7

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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.

TY-ST50XVS30 (TH-50XVS30)

TY-SP50XVS30 (TH-50XVS30)

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

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

Two AA size

Helpful Hints:

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

Helpful Hints:

Whenever you remove the batteries, you may
need to reset the remote control infrared
codes. We recommend that you record the code

on page 60, prior to setting up the remote control.

Precaution on battery use

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

Observe the following precautions:

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

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

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

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

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

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Accessories

Check that you have the Accessories and items shown

Plasma Display unit (TH-42XVS30UP / TH-50XVS30UP)

• Plasma Display
TH-42XVS30 / TH-50XVS30

• Batteries for the remote
control
(AA Battery × 2)

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

• Operating Instructions • Remote control
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•Warranty card

• Product Registration card

• Customer Services Directory

• AC cord

• Customer care plan card

• Cable cover

Screw × 2

• Cable fixing bands
(TMME203 or TMME187) × 2

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Pedestal Speakers

•TY-ST42XVS30 (TH-42XVS30)
TY-ST50XVS30 (TH-50XVS30)

• Installation
Instructions

Digital Media Receiver

• TU-PT700U

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• Display-Receiver cable

• Installation
Instructions

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Connection

Note:

Please turn off the power of the Plasma Display unit and Digital Media Receiver when connecting or removing Display - Receiver cable.

Display connection

When connecting the speakers, be sure to use only the optional accessory speakers.
For details on installation and connection of the speaker, refer to the Speaker’s Installation Manual. (Supplied)

Speakers

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SPEAKERS
Terminals (R)

SPEAKERS
Terminals (L)

AC cord connection
(see page 19)

– AC cord fixing

1. Open the clamper.

Clamper

Note: The power plug in the illustration may not be the type fitted to your set.

– Cable fixing bands

Secure any excess cables with bands as required.

2. Insert the AC cord and

close the clamper
securely.

AC cord

2

1

2

3. Slide up the clamper and fix

the AC cord plug securely.

To loosen the
clamper:

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

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DEDICATED RECEIVER IN SERVICE USE

To DEDICATED DISPLAY OUT
connector on Digital Media Receiver

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

While ensuring there is sufficient slack in cables to minimize stress
(especially in the power cord), firmly bind all cables with the supplied
fixing band.

To tighten: To loosen:

2

Pull Pull

Push the catch

These terminals are not in use.

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Connection

Connection to the display

ANTENNAAB

Cable In

DEDICATED DISPLAY OUT

SERVICE ONLY

CableCARD

(Turn Card upside down and gently insert it.)

TM

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

CARD TOP

AUDIO

LLPBLP

L

R

RR 2
AUDIO OUT

2

1YY

AUDIO

AUDIO

PRRP

COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT

S VIDEO

PROG OUT

VIDEO

L

AUDIO

R

1

INPUT

B

R

DEDICATED DISPLAY OUT

Notes:

• Install the Digital Media Receiver at least 15.7 inch (40 cm) away from the Plasma Display to avoid interference.

• Be sure the power to the Plasma Display and digital media receiver is OFF before connecting cables.

• Do not remove the cable connecting the display and tuner unit while the power is on. If the cable is removed inadvertently,
turn off the display and digital media receiver before reconnecting the cable.

Cable / Antenna Connection

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

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

• When you enjoy cable TV programs only, connect the cable TV’s cable to ANTENNA (A).

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

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

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

Either cable TV or home antenna connection

Cable In

CABLE IN

SERVICE ONLY

ANTENNAAB

DEDICATED DISPLAY OUT

ANTENNAA

(Turn Card upside down and gently insert it.)

B

CableCARD

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

TM

CARD TOP

AUDIO

LLPBLP

L

R

R
AUDIO OUT

75 Ohm coaxial cable

Both cable TV and home antenna connection

Cable In

CABLE IN

ANTENNAAB

DEDICATED DISPLAY OUT

ANTENNAA

SERVICE ONLY

(Turn Card upside down and gently insert it.)

B

CableCARD

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

TM

CARD TOP

AUDIO

LLPBLP

L

R

RR 2 1
AUDIO OUT

2

1YY

AUDIO

AUDIO

R2

PRRP

COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT

2

1YY

AUDIO

AUDIO

PRRP

COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT

S VIDEO

VIDEO

B

R

L

AUDIO

R

1

PROG OUT

INPUT

S VIDEO

VIDEO

B

R

PROG OUT

L

AUDIO

R

INPUT

Home antenna

VHF

UHF

Mixer

Incoming Cable signal

or

Incoming
Cable signal

Home antenna

VHF

UHF

Mixer

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Connection

Notes:

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

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

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

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

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

AV Connection

ANTENNAAB

Cable In

DEDICATED DISPLAY OUT

VCR Connection

S VCR

S VIDEO

VIDEO

L

AUDIO

R

SERVICE ONLY

TM

CableCARD

CARD TOP

(Turn Card upside down and gently insert it.)

OUTPUT

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

2

1YY

AUDIO

AUDIO

L

R

AUDIO

LLPBLP

RR 2 1

PRRP

AUDIO OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT

S Video cable

AV cable

S VIDEO

PROG OUT

VIDEO

L

AUDIO

R

INPUT

B

R

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

2

AUDIO

LLPBLP

RR 2 1
AUDIO OUT

S VIDEO

VIDEO

L

AUDIO

21

R

INPUT

1YY

AUDIO

B

PRRP

COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

R

2

AUDIO

LLPBLP

RR 2 1
AUDIO OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT

PROG OUT

INPUT

1YY

AUDIO

B

PRRP

R

S VIDEO

VIDEO

L

AUDIO

R

PROG OUT

S VIDEO

VIDEO

L

AUDIO

R

INPUT

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.

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Connection

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

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

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

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

•A DTV signal must be available in your area.

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

Set Top Box

DVD player

DIGITAL TV OUTPUT

Y

P

B

P

R

AUDIO OUTPUT

L

R

Component Video cable

Audio cable

Y

AUDIO

LP

B

RP

COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT

R

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

Program Out Connection (PROG OUT)

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

VCR

DVD recorder

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

MONITOR

VIDEO

L

AUDIO

R

INPUT

AV cable

RROG OUT

2

AUDIO

LLPBLP

RR 2
AUDIO OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT

2

AUDIO

LLPBLP

RR 2 1
AUDIO OUT

1YY

AUDIO

B

PRRP

PRRP

COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT

R

1YY

AUDIO

B

R

PROG OUT

PROG OUT

INPUT

INPUT

1

S VIDEO

VIDEO

L

AUDIO

R

S VIDEO

VIDEO

L

AUDIO

R

Notes:

• When a device (STB, DVD, etc.) is connected to the HDMI terminal (see page 16), no video or audio is output due to
license restrictions.

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

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

• Some programs contain Macrovision signal to prevent VCR recording.

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Connection

Amplifier Connection

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

Dolby Digital 5.1 channel surround sound delivers digital-quality sound. Dolby Digital provides five discrete full-bandwidth

∗

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

Amplifier

OPTICAL IN

Optical digital audio cable

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

or

AUDIO INPUT

L

R

Audio cable

Procedure

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

2. Adjust the amplifier volume to the desired level.

L

R
AUDIO OUT

Notes:

• External speakers cannot be connected directly to
AUDIO OUT terminals.

LLPBLP

RR 2
AUDIO OUT

• 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.

Front AV Connection

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

DIGITAL MEDIA RECEIVER TU-PT700U

PC CARD

SD CARD

MENU OK TV/VIDEO VOLUME CHANNEL

INPUT 3 PC

S VIDEO VIDEO L-AUDIO-R

2

AUDIO

COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT

1YY

AUDIO

B

PRRP

R

PROG OUT

INPUT

S VIDEO

VIDEO

L

AUDIO

R

1

INPUT 3 PC

S VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO L-AUDIO-R

AV cable

OUTPUT

R

AUDIO

L

VIDEO

CAMERA RECORDER

S Video cable

SVIDEO

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

Notes:

• The S VIDEO connection provides higher quality picture. It overrides other VIDEO connections.

• If the connecting equipment has a S Video terminal, connect a S Video cable.

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Connection

HDMI Connection

1

∗

HDMI
uncompressed standard. The HDMI terminal supports both video and audio information.
To the HDMI
Set Top Box or DVD player with HDMI or DVI output terminal.

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

(High Definition Multi media Interface) is the first all digital consumer electronics A/V interface that supports

1

∗

input terminal, you can connect an EIA/CEA-861/861B

2

∗

compliant consumer electronic device, such as a

ANTENNAAB

Cable In

DEDICATED DISPLAY OUT

SERVICE ONLY

CableCARD

(Turn Card upside down and gently insert it.)

TM

CARD TOP

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

AUDIO

L

R

AUDIO

AUDIO OUT

2

1YY

AUDIO

AUDIO

LLPBLP

RR 2

PRRP

COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT

L

R

B

R

PROG OUT

S VIDEO

VIDEO

L

AUDIO

R

1

INPUT

AUDIO OUTPUT

Audio cable

L

R

Set Top Box

DVD player

HDMI cable

HDMI signal out

Notes:

• An audio cable should be connected only when using a HDMI conversion adapter to connect with a DVI cable.

3

• If the external device has DVI output only, use a DVI to HDMI adapter cable

∗

to connect to the HDMI terminal.

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

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

Compatible VIDEO Signal

1080i
480p

480i

No. of dots (H × V)

1,920 × 1,080i

720 × 480p

640 × 480p

720(1,440) × 480i

Vertical scanning frequency (Hz)

59.94/60

59.94/60

59.94/60

59.94/60

This input terminal is not intended for use with computers.

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

Notes:

• This HDMI connector is Type A.

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

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

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

∗

Licensing LLC.

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

∗

high bandwidth digital content protection.

3. Consult your consumer electronics dealer for availability details.

∗

[for USA]
HDMI-DVI conversion cable (TY-SCHO3DH): available on Panasonic Website (www.panasonic.com).

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PC Connection

COMPUTER

DIGITAL MEDIA RECEIVER TU-PT700U

PC CARD

SD CARD

MENU OK TV/VIDEO VOLUME CHANNEL

INPUT 3 PC

S VIDEO L-AUDIO-R

VIDEO

Connection

INPUT 3 PC

S VIDEO VIDEO L-AUDIO-R

Stereo plug

D-sub 15p

Audio

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

RGB

PC cable

Conversion adapter if necessary (purchase locally)

Notes:

• 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.)

• The maximum resolution:

Model

TH-42XVS30U
TH-50XVS30U

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.

• Some PC models cannot be connected to the set.

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

• The computer shown in the illustration is for example purposes only.

• Additional equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this set.

• 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

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

45

10

15 14 13 12 11

1

2

67839

Pin Layout for PC Input
Terminal

Pin No.

1
2
3
4
5

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Connection

CableCARDTM Connection

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

Procedure

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

2. Insert the CableCARDTM (as its front side facing down) into CableCARDTM slot on the back of the Receiver.

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

4. Set the input mode to TV (see page 20).
Follow the messages displayed on the screen.

ANTENNAA

Cable In

B

SERVICE ONLY

TM

CableCARD

(Turn Card upside down and gently insert it.)

CARD TOP

ANTENNAAB

Cable In

DEDICATED DISPLAY OUT

SERVICE ONLY

TM

CableCARD

CARD TOP

(Turn Card upside down and gently insert it.)

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

2

1YY

AUDIO

AUDIO

L

R

AUDIO

LLPB LPB

RR 2 1

PR RPR

AUDIO OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT

PROG OUT

S VIDEO

VIDEO

L

AUDIO

R

INPUT

Insert the CableCARDTM into the slot with the front side facing down.

Notes:

• If you experience keyboard or remote control function hang-up when using CableCARD

TM

, unplug the TV and plug it back

on and try the controls again. If this condition still exists, please call Panasonic Customer Call Center for further instructions.

• Do not insert a PCMCIA card into CableCARDTM slot.

Cable cover removal and fitting

Back of Display unit

Cable cover

Supplied screws

Note:

Fit the cable cover after connecting all the cables to the Display unit.

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Power ON / OFF

Connecting the AC cord plug to the Plasma Display.

Fix the AC cord plug to digital media receiver.

DISPLAY OUT

Connecting the plug to the Wall Outlet

Press the Power switch on the side of the Plasma
Display to turn the set on: Power-On.

Fix the AC cord plug securely to
the Plasma Display with the
clamper. (see page 11)

Power Indicator: Blue

Occasionally on-screen-menus appear while
connection cable is not inserted, but these on­screen-menus are not effective. Remote control
is not accessible to those menus.

Notes:

• Do not remove the cable connecting the display
and tuner unit while the power is on. If the cable
is removed inadvertently, turn off the display and
digital media receiver before reconnecting the
cable.

• Please turn off the power of the Plasma Display
unit and Digital Media Receiver when connecting
or removing Display - Receiver cable.

POWER

POWER

SAP

Power switch

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 optimize contrast.
(Effective when Picture Mode is set to Auto.)

Press the POWER

button on the remote control to turn the Plasma

Display off.

Power Indicator: Red (standby)

Remote Control Sensor

Power Indicator

TV VCR DVD

DBS

RCVR

TV/VIDEO

T

C

E

P

S

A

LIGHT

CBL

AUX

A -ANTENNA - B

B

B

E

Press the POWER button on the remote control to turn the Plasma
TV on.

Power Indicator: Blue

Turn the power to the Plasma TV on or off by pressing the POWER
button on the Digital Media Receiver unit, when the Plasma TV is on or
in standby mode.

Note:

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

19

Location of Controls

SD CARD slot PC CARD slot

POWER button

SD CARD

PC CARD

MENU

Display Main Menu or return
one step backward in menus

MENU OK TV/VIDEO VOLUME CHANNEL

(see pages 24, 57).

OK

Choose menu and submenu entry.

Volume adjusters

TV/VIDEO

Change the input mode.

POWER

Turn the TV ON or OFF.

Mode Selection buttons (see page 59, 60)
Selects the operation mode for the remote control.
The operation of each equipment can be done by this remote control.

Channel selectors

DIGITAL MEDIA RECEIVER TU-PT700U

PC CARD

SD CARD

MENU OK TV/VIDEO VOLUME CHANNEL

INPUT 3 PC

S VIDEO VIDEO L-AUDIO10-R

PC CARD EJECT button

POWER

SAP

TV

DBS

TV/VIDEO

E

T

U

M

VCR DVD

RCVR

T

C

E

P

S

A

CH

LIGHT

CBL

AUX

A -ANTENNA - B

B

B

E

R

E

C

A

L

L

TV/VIDEO

Change the input mode.

TV

Component 1

Video 3PC Video 1

Component 2

Video 2

SD

Access Photo Viewer (see page 46).

R-TUNE

Switch to previously viewed channel and input modes.

Operation of other Device (see pages 63, 64)

PIP MIN, PIP MAX

PIP MIN

REW

PAUSE

PLAY

STOP

PIP MAX

FF

REC

Change the size of PIP frame (see page

52).

SEARCH

Display search frames during PIP or SPLIT

FREEZE

TV/VCR

SPLIT CH

DVD/VCR CH

SEARCH
OPEN/CLOSE

operation (see pages 53, 55).

SPLIT CH

Select the channel during PIP or SPLIT

FREEZE

operation (see pages 52, 54).

Freeze the picture (see pages 53, 55).

HDMI

OK

VOL

MENU

VOL

CH

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 8

R-TUNE

0

PIP MIN

REW

PAU SE

FREEZE

TV/VCR

PIP SPLIT MOVE

PLAY

STOP

SPLIT CH

DVD/VCR CH

EXIT

9

PROG

PIP MAX

FF

REC

SEARCH
OPEN/CLOSE

SWAP

PIP : PIP (Picture in Picture) Operation (see page 52-53)
SPLIT : Split Screen (see page 54-55)
MOVE : Move PIP frame (see page 53).
SWAP : Swap pictures in PIP or SPLIT operation (see page 52, 54).

20

Location of Controls

SAP

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

Audio Track 1 of 1 (English)

• Analog channel
Cycle through different audio modes.
e.g.

LIGHT

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

A -ANTENNA - B

Switch to (A or B) RF antenna input.

MUTE

Mute the sound. Press again to cancel the mute.

ASPECT

Change the screen aspect (see page 56).

BBE

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

RECALL

Display or remove the channel banner.

Antenna designation,
Channel and program #
and Station identifier Rating Clock

Stereo SAP Mono

Program Aspect

Picture mode setting

PIP/SPLIT CH
number or
Input information

A: 15-1
KPBS - HD

Add FAV

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

VOL : Reduces volume.
: Move cursor to the left during

TV-G 1080i

CC

Closed Caption

CH: Change to the next channel up.
: Move cursor upward during menu mode.

menu mode.

MENU

Display Main Menu or return

SAP

SAP indication

CH

VOL

MENU EXIT

OK

CH

VOL

VIVID HDMI

Choose menu and submenu entry.

VOL : Increase volume.
: Move cursor to the right during

menu mode.

EXIT

Exit menus.

12:30 pm

30

Time remaining
in Sleep Timer

one step backward in menus
(see pages 24, 57).

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]

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First Time Setup

For your convenience, First Time Setup menu will be displayed on screen when the

POWER

SAP

set is turned on for the first time. If needed, follow the menus and procedures displayed
on-screen for setting up the features.
You can also make the settings in Setup menu (see pages 36-38).

TV VCR DVD

LIGHT

Input Setup

Select the configuration of RF input depending on the

DBS

RCVR

TV/VIDEO

CBL

AUX

A -ANTENNA - B

signal source.

1

T

B

C

B

E

P

S

A

E

T

U

M

VOL

MENU EXIT

CH

OK

CH

E

VOL

R

E

C

A

L

L

2

1 2 3

Auto Scan

This feature allows you to selectively auto scan channels.
You can scan All, Analog only channels or Analog & Digital
channels.

First Time Setup

Input Setup Scan All

Auto Scan

Language

Antenna (A) Analog

Antenna (A) Analog & Digital

Antenna (B) Analog

Antenna (B) Analog & Digital

VOL

VOL

CH

OK

VOL

CH

CH

OK

VOL

CH

First Time Setup

Press to select Input Setup.

Input Setup

Auto Scan

Language

Setting

Cable/Antenna

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

Press to enter your selection.

Press to start the Auto Scan.
All available channels with a signal will be
programmed into memory.

Language

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

First Time Setup

Input Setup

Auto Scan

Language

Setting

English

1

2

VOL

VOL

CH

OK

VOL

CH

CH

OK

VOL

Press to select Auto Scan.

Press to enter the sub-menu
field.

Press to select the sub-menu.

Press to start Auto Scan.
After Auto Scan is completed,
the TV tunes to the first channel

CH

found during Auto Scan.

Notes:

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

• If a CableCARD

TM

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

22

1

2

VOL

VOL

CH

OK

VOL

CH

CH

OK

VOL

CH

Press to select Language.

Press to enter the sub-menu
field.

Press to select the Language.

English Spanish French

Press to enter your selection.

To return to the previous menu

MENU

Press

To exit the menu screen

EXIT

Press