Panasonic TX-43P400H, TX-51P400H User Manual

Projection Television

Operating Instructions

Model No.

TX-43P400H TX-51P400H

This is a combined Operating Instruction manual for all the above series of models.

Please read these instructions before operating your set and retain them for future reference.

TQBC0533

Dear Panasonic Customer

Welcome to the Panasonic family of customers. We hope that you will have many years of enjoyment from your new Projection television set. To obtain maximum benefit from your set, please read these Instructions before making any adjustments, and retain them for future reference. Retain your purchase receipt also, and note down the Model Number and Serial Number of your set in the space provided on the rear cover of these Instructions.

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Important Information

(1) The long time (max. 2 hours) use of a TV game on this set is not recommended, since the signal from

the TV game may cause damage to the picture projection tubes of the set.

(2) 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 Projection TV screen. Examples of still pictures include logos, video games, computer images and teletext. If still picture cannot be avoided, reduce the brightness and contrast levels of the picture to minimize

any damage that might occur. (3) In order to minimize any damage to the projection tubes, this set uses the PICTURE SHIFT function

(Refer to page 25) to change (shift) the entire picture approximately 2 mm every 15 minutes.

Table of contents

Warnings and Cautions ................................................................. 4

Before Operating This Set............................................................. 6

Safety Precaution / Securing the casters ............................................... 6

Connecting the Aerial Cable to the RF In Terminal ................................ 6

Connecting the Plug to the Wall Outlet................................................... 7

How to Turn the Power On..................................................................... 7

Battery Installation.................................................................................. 7

Battery cautions...................................................................................... 7

Location of Controls ...................................................................... 8

Controls and Terminals on the TV .......................................................... 8

Connections ................................................................................... 9

How to connect the “AV1, 2, 3 or 4” Input Terminals .............................. 9

How to connect the DVD Input Terminals............................................. 10

How to connect the AV Monitor Output Terminals to other equipment . 10

Connecting Headphones.......................................................................11

General Operation........................................................................ 12

On-Screen menu Display from Remote Control ................................... 14

Convergence Adjustment........................................................................ 16

Convergence Adjustment mode ........................................................... 16

Convergence1 Adjustment for RED, BLUE and GREEN ..................... 17

Convergence2 Adjustment for RED and BLUE.................................... 18

Tuning Channels ...................................................................................... 19

Automatic Tune .................................................................................... 20

Manual Tune......................................................................................... 21

Fine Tuning........................................................................................... 22

How to Cancel the Fine Tuning ............................................................ 22

Programme Number Skip..................................................................... 23

How to Cancel the Skip Function ......................................................... 23

Sound System Selection (Different region use differing systems) ............

Colour System Selection (Different region use differing systems)............

Setup Adjustment .................................................................................... 25

OFF TIMER .......................................................................................... 25

FLICKER REDUCTION........................................................................ 25

COLOUR SYSTEM .............................................................................. 25

CH COLOUR SET................................................................................ 25

VCR/GAME .......................................................................................... 25

CHILD LOCK........................................................................................ 25

PICTURE SHIFT .................................................................................. 25

LANGUAGE ......................................................................................... 25

Picture Adjustment .................................................................................. 26

Sound Adjustment ................................................................................... 28

Multi Screen.............................................................................................. 30

Multi PIP ............................................................................................... 30

Channel Search.................................................................................... 31

Strobe................................................................................................... 31

TELE TEXT................................................................................................ 32

Advanced Remoto Control Operation.................................................... 35

Stereo Bilingnal Sound Selection ......................................................... 35

VCR / LD / DVD Control ....................................................................... 35

Manufacturer setting............................................................................ 36

Troubleshooting....................................................................................... 37

Cleaning .................................................................................................... 38

Specifications........................................................................................... 39

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Warnings and Cautions

Warnings

Unplug the power cord in the event of any malfunction (screen goes blank, no sound, odd sounds, smoke or unusual odors coming from the unit). Unplug the power cord if foreign matter or water falls into the unit, or if the unit is dropped or the cabinet is damaged.

DO NOT place any of the following on the unit: Flower vases, flower pots, cups, small metal objects, or cosmetics containers, chemicals or water.

DO NOT insert foreign objects (metal or easily flammable objects).

TAKE CARE NOT to damage the power cord.

DO NOT use this unit near water. (Near a bath tub, etc.)

DO NOT use if the power cord or power plug is damaged, or if the plug does not fit tightly into the socket.

DO NOT use at a voltage other than indicated

DO NOT remove the rear cover as live parts and High Voltage components are accessible when the rear cover is removed.

Cautions

After-images appear

DO NOT touch the aerial cable and this unit when there is lightning.

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 Projection TV screen. Examples of still pictures include logos, video games, computer images, teletext and images displayed in 16:9 mode.

Note:

The permanent after-image on the Projection TV screen resulting from fixed image use is not an operating defect and as such is not covered by the Warranty. This product is not designed to display fixed images for extended periods of time.

DO NOT touch the power plug if your hands are wet.

Cautions

Warnings and Cautions

DO NOT place in humid or dusty location, or areas exposed to smoke or steam. DO NOT place in direct sunlight and other sources of direct heat.

DO NOT stand, or place heavy objects on the unit. Particular care should be taken by families with small children.

When inserting batteries, ensure that the polarities (positive and negative) are correctly aligned. Insert as shown on remote control. If inserted incorrectly, battery fluid may leak, and fire, injury, or damage to surrounding components may result.

Adequate ventilation is essential to prevent failure of electrical components, we recommend that a gap of at least 10 cm ( ) is left all around this unit even when it is placed inside a cabinet or between shelves.

DO NOT place in an unstable location.

Place in a safe location. Fix the TV to a wall.

(refer to page 8)

Do not mix new and old batteries. Use only the specified batteries. Failure to follow this precaution may result in leakage of battery fluid. Fire, injury, or damage to surrounding components may also result.

Turn the power “Off” before connecting other electrical equipment.

Before cleaning, unplug the power plug from the socket.

Unplug the power plug from the socket if you are not going to use the unit for an extended period.

DO NOT joint the unit.

Ask your sales outlet to install the aerial.

To ensure continued excellent performance by this product, periodic cleaning is recommended. See page 38 for more information.

Before Operating This Set

Safety Precaution / Securing the casters

Please take safety precautions to prevent the unit form falling over. The unit may fall over during earthquakes, or if someone stands on or shakes the TV.

Fixing to a wall

Use a strong rope or a chain to fasten the TV firmly to a strong support such as a wall or a pillar.

To prevent the set from tipping forward, turn the two casters on the front of the TV so they face forward, as shown in the picture.

Connecting the Aerial Cable to the RF In Terminal

VHF Aerial

Mixer

75 Ohm Coaxial Cable

To obtain optimum quality picture and sound, an Aerial, the correct cable (75 Ohm coaxial) and the correct terminating plug are required. If a communal Aerial system is used, you may require the correct connection cable and plug between the wall Aerial socket and your set. Your local Television Service Centre or Dealer may be able to assist you in obtaining the correct Aerial system for your particular area and accessories required. Any matters regarding Aerial installation, upgrading of existing systems or accessories required, and the costs incurred, are the responsibility of you, the Customer.

UHF Aerial

RF In Terminal

Coaxial Aerial Plug

Coaxial aerial plug

RF in Terminal

75 Ohm Coaxial Cable

Before Operating This Set

Connecting the Plug to the Wall Outlet

Note:

The On/Off switch on this model does not full disconnect the TV from the mains supply.

How to Turn the Power On

Power OFF

Note: Even when the Power Switch is "OFF", the TV set

will still consume a small amount of power.

Power Indicator

Power ON

Power Switch

Notes:

• When in the Stand-by condition (Refer to page 13), it is also possible to turn the TV set on by pressing any of the “Direct Programme Number Selection buttons” (0 - 9) or “Programme Number Up or Down buttons” on the TV set or

on the Remote Control.

•

If the Wall Outlet is switched OFF or the Main Plug is unplugged, when the TV set is again turned ON (by either

connecting the Main Plug to the Wall Outlet or switching the W all Outlet ON), it will have returned to the original state.

Push the Power switch on Television to turn the set on.

Power Indicator No light: Power OFF condition

Power Indicator No light: Normal viewing condition Red : Stand by

Battery Installation

Open the cover.

Apply slight downward pressure while pulling towards the bottom.

Batteries: Use two “R6 (AA)” size

batteries.

Insert the batteries ensuring the correct polarities. This is identifiable by the “+” and “−” symbols on the batteries and inside the battery compartment.

Two “R6 (AA)” size

3 Replace the cover.

Do not use rechargeable (Ni-Cd) batteries. They are different in shape and performance and may fail to ensure correct operation.

Battery cautions

The incorrect use of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage which will corrode the Remote Control or cause the batteries to burst.

Old Batteries New Batteries

Replace both batteries at the same time. Don't mix diffrent battery types.

(alkaline with carbon zinc, etc.)

Don't Recharge.

Location of Controls

Controls and Terminals on the TV

AV3

VIDEO L/MONO

S VIDEO

Sub.Main

AUDIO

STR F

TV/AV

MONITOR

OUT

S VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

AV1INAV2

MONO

AV4

DVD

[

]

B-PR

Y-P

AUDIO

VIDEO

MONO

DVD

[

]

B-PR

Y-P

Item

No.

Function Refer to

Main Headphones Jack 11 Sub Headphones Jack 11 AV3 Input Terminals 9 STR 12 Function 12

Volume Down (−) / Programme Number

Volume Up (+) / Programme Number

Down ( ) Up ( )

Page

12 12

Item

No.

Function Refer to

Page

TV/AV Selection 12 Aerial Terminal (RF In Terminal) 6 Monitor Output Terminals 10 AV1 Input Terminals 9 AV2 Input Terminals 9 AV4 Input Terminals 9

DVD ( Y. P

. PR ) Input 10

Connections

How to connect the “AV1, 2, 3 or 4” Input Terminals

Connect VCRs and other peripheral equipment

(VHS VCR)

Audio

OUT

R L

Video

OUT

VIDEO AUDIO

(Super-VHS VCR)

Audio

OUT

R L

Video

OUT

S Video

OUT

AUDIO

VIDEO

AV1

MONO

AV1

MONO

S VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

S VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

MONITOR

OUT

S VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

MONITOR

OUT

S VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

AV1INAV2

MONO

AV1

MONO

AV2

MONO

AV4

DVD

[

]

B-PR

Y-P

DVD

[

]

B-PR

Y-P

AUDIO

VIDEO

MONO

VIDEO

MONO

AV4

DVD

[

]

B-PR

Y-P

DVD

[

]

B-PR

Y-P

Notes:

• When an S Video cable is connected to the S Video terminal, the corresponding V ideo input will be switched of f and the signal from the S Video input will be used.

• When a Monaural VCR is used, connect the Monaural Audio cable to the Audio “L” (Left) terminal.

• Select the desired AV input position by pressing the TV/AV button. (Refer to page 13)

• Input 3 is located on the front of the unit.

• The AV2 and AV4 audio input terminals serve as the audio input terminal for both the Video input and the DVD input.

Connections

How to connect the DVD Input Terminals

DVD Player

Audio OUT

DVD(

Y-PB-P

) OUT

PBY

MONO

AUDIO

[

Y-P

DVD

B-PR

MONITOR

OUT

]

S VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

AV1INAV2

MONO

DVD

[

Y-P

AV4

AUDIO

VIDEO

MONO

DVD

[

B-PR

Y-P

]

B-PR

Notes:

• The AV4 audio signal is common for both AV4 and DVD input signal terminals.

• The DVD signal input terminal takes priority over the AV4 video signal input terminal.

• Similar connection are available at the COMPONENT VIDEO input 2 terminal.

How to connect the AV Monitor Output Terminals to other equipment

The “Monitor Out” Terminals output the same signals as main picture on the TV screen and sound from the speaker at that time, e.g. TV programmes or signals from AV1, AV2, AV3 or AV4 input.

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Recording Equipment

(VHS VCR)

Audio

Video

MONITOR

VIDEO AUDIO

OUT

S VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

MONITOR

OUT

S VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

AV1INAV2

MONO

DVD

[

Y-P

AV4

AUDIO

VIDEO

MONO

DVD

[

Y-P

B-PR

]

B-PR

Notes:

• Never connect the same video recorder with both the VIDEO IN and MONITOR OUT terminals on this TV set, as this could cause incorrect operation.

• The monitor output emits the main picture normal video and audio signals.

• Teletext display on screen will not be output at the MONITOR OUT terminals.

• Even if the television is in picture-in-picture condition, MONITOR OUT terminals output the same signals as main picture on the screen and sound from speakers. Sub picture including strobe, still, channel search, etc. will not be output at the MONITOR OUT terminals.

• The DVD signal (Y, PB, PR) is not output at the MONITOR out terminals.

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Connecting Headphones

Connect headphones as follows.

Connections

AV3

S VIDEO

Sub.Main

(3.5mm Plug)

You can listen to sound from each of the headphones plugs as shown below.

Screen condition

Single picture/ Teletext

VIDEO L/MONO

AUDIO

Speaker

Sound

(Stereo)

Main

Headphones

(Stereo)

(Optional)

(not supplied)

Sub

Headphones

(Mono)

Monitor

Output

(Stereo)

Picture in Picture

Picture and Picture

Main Headphones plug:

When a Main Headphones plug is inserted into the Headphones socket, all speakers will be automatically disconnected; only the Main Headphones will function. Use Volume Up “+” or Down “-” button to control volume level.

Sub Headphones plug:

For the sub Headphones volume control, refer to page 28.

(Stereo)

(Mono)

(Stereo)

General Operation

STR

Power switch

STR

Used to store tuning and other function settings. Also used to start the menu demonstration.

TV/AV Selection

Volume Down (-) / Programme Number Down ( )

TV/AV

Press to select TV, AV1, AV2, AV3 and AV4 input signal modes sequentially.

Volume Up (+) / Programme Number Up ( )

Picture Menu (see page 14, 26)

Sound Menu (see page 14, 28)

Function selection

Displays the on screen display functions, use repeatedly to select from the available functions. The following adjustments can be accessed directly.

VOLUME

CONTRAST

BRIGHTNESS

COLOUR

SHARPNESS

TUNING MODE

BALANCE

TREBLE

BASS

NTSC-TINT

Notes:

• NTSC-TINT: Displayed when receiving NTSC signals.

• TUNING MODE : Not displayed during AV mode.

Set up Menu (see page 15, 25)

Stereo/Bilingual Sound Selection

(see page 35)

TEXT Favourite Page Selection

(see page 33)

TV/TEXT Selection (see page 31, 32)

100Hz/PROGRE (see page 27)

Surround (see page 28, 29)

Picture in Picture Selection

(see page 30)

Recall

Press to display the current system status, for example, Programme number, Channel number, Stereo mode, Picture menu, Sound menu, Scan mode, Sound system and colour system.

VCR/LD/DVD Rewind/Review

Normalization (see page 27, 29)

Store

(see page 22, 23, 33)

Stores some settings in TUNING menus and TELE TEXT.

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