® Wide Plasma Display PLASMA DISPLAY + -- INPUT VOL Operating Instructions Model No. TH-42PW4 POWE R / BY R - STAND ON G POWER Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read these instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference. English TQBC0277 Dear Panasonic Customer Welcome to the Panasonic family of customers. We hope that you will have many years of enjoyment from your new Plasma Display. To obtain maximum benefit from your set, please read these Instructions before making any adjustments, and retain them for future reference. Retain your purchase receipt also, and note down the model number and serial number of your set in the space provided on the rear cover of these instructions. Visit our Panasonic Web Site http://www.panasonic.co.jp/global/ Trademark Credits VGA is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. S-VGA is a registered trademark of the AV Electronics Standard Association. Even if no special notation has been made of company or product trademarks, these trademarks have been fully respected. · · Note: Do not allow a still picture to be displayed for an extended period, as this can cause a permanent after-image to remain on the Plasma Display. Examples of still pictures include logos, video games, computer images, teletext and images displayed in 4:3 mode. 2 Table of Contents Basic Important Safety Notice ........................................... 4 Accessories .............................................................. 7 Accessories Supply ................................................. 7 Optional Accessories .............................................. 7 Remote Control Batteries ........................................ 8 Connections ............................................................. 9 How to connect the PC Input Terminals ................ 10 How to connect the SERIAL Terminals ................. 11 With Optional RCA Terminal Board Basic Controls ........................................................ 12 Power On/Off and input signal selection ............. 14 AC cord connection ............................................... 14 Power On/Off ........................................................ 14 Select the input signal ........................................... 15 Selecting the On-Screen Menu Language ............ 15 On screen Menu Display from Remote Control ... 16 ASPECT Controls ................................................... 18 Adjusting Picture Pos./Size ................................... 20 Sound Adjustment ................................................. 22 Mute ...................................................................... 22 Surround Controls ................................................. 23 Picture Adjustments .............................................. 24 Screensaver (For preventing after-images) ......... 26 Side Panel Adjustment .......................................... 27 Setup for input signals .......................................... 28 Component/RGB-in select .................................... 28 3D Y/C Filter ­ For NTSC video images ............... 28 Colour system / Panasonic Auto ........................... 29 [Sync] .................................................................... 30 [Pull-in range] ........................................................ 30 [Clamp position] .................................................... 30 [H-Freq. (kHz)/V-Freq. (Hz)] .................................. 30 Troubleshooting ..................................................... 31 Connections ........................................................... 33 AV Input Terminals connection .............................. 34 Component/RGB Input connection ....................... 35 Specifications ......................................................... 38 3 Important Safety Notice WARNING: To prevent damage which may result in fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. Do not place containers with water (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 earthing pin on the power plug. This apparatus is equipped with a three pin earthing-type power plug. This plug will only fit an earthing-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact an electrician. Do not defeat the purpose of the earthing plug. 3) This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case you may be required to take adequate measures. To prevent electric shock, ensure the grounding pin on the AC cord power plug is securely connected. IMPORTANT: THE MOULDED PLUG FOR YOUR SAFETY, PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY. This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 5 amp fuse is fitted in this plug. Shall the fuse need to be replaced, please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5 amps and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.. Check for the ASTA mark ASA or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse. If the plug contains a removable fuse cover, you must ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced. If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local Panasonic Dealer.. If the fitted moulded plug is unsuitable for the socket outlet in your home, then the fuse shall be removed and the plug cut off and disposed of safety. There is a danger of severe electrical shock if the cut off plug is inserted into any 13 amp socket. If a new plug is to be fitted, please observe the wiring code as shown below. If in any doubt, please consult a qualified electrician. WARNING: IMPORTANT: THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED. The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Green-and-Yellow: Earth Blue: Neutral Brown: Live As the colours of the wire in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows. The wire which is coloured GREEN-AND-YELLOW must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter E or by the Earth symbol or coloured GREEN or GREEN-AND-YELLOW. The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK. The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED. How to replace the fuse. Open the fuse compartment with a screwdriver and replace the fuse. 4 Important Safety Notice WARNING Setup This Plasma Display is for use only with the following optional accessories. Use with any other type of optional accessories may cause instability which could result in the possibility of injury. · · · · · · · · · · (All of the following accessories are manufactured by Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.) Speakers ................................................... TY-SP42PM3W Pedestal .................................................... TY-ST42PT3-S Wall stand ................................................. TY-ST42PW1 Mobile stand .............................................. TY-ST42PF3 Wall-hanging bracket (vertical) .................. TY-WK42PV1 Wall-hanging bracket (angled) .................. TY-WK42PR1 Ceiling unit ................................................ TY-CE42PS1 RCA Terminal Board ................................. TY-42TM4Z Always be sure to ask a qualified technician to carry out set-up. Do not place the Plasma Display on sloped or unstable surfaces. The Plasma Display may fall off or tip over. Do not place any objects on top of the Plasma Display. If water is spills onto the Plasma Display or foreign objects get inside it, a short-circuit may occur which could result in fire or electric shock. If any foreign objects get inside the Plasma Display, please consult your local Panasonic dealer. If using the pedestal (optional accessory), leave a space of at least 10 cm at the top, left and right, at least 6 cm at the bottom, and at least 7 cm at the rear. If using some other setting-up method, leave a space of a least 10 cm at the top, bottom, left and right, and at least 1.9 cm at the rear. When using the Plasma Display The Plasma Display is designed to operate on 220 - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Do not cover the ventilation holes. Doing so may cause the Plasma Display to overheat, which can cause fire or damage to the Plasma Display. · · · · · · Do not stick any foreign objects into the Plasma Display. Do not insert any metal or flammable objects into the ventilations holes or drop them onto the Plasma Display, as doing so can cause fire or electric shock. Do not remove the cover or modify it in any way. High voltages which can cause severe electric shocks are present inside the Plasma Display. For any inspection, adjustment and repair work, please contact your local Panasonic dealer. Securely insert the power cord plug as far as it will go. If the plug is not fully inserted, heat may be generated which could cause fire. If the plug is damaged or the wall socket plate is loose, they shall not be used. Do not handle the power cord plug with wet hands. Doing so may cause electric shocks. Do not do anything that may damage the power cable. When disconnecting the power cable, pull on the plug body, not the cable. Do not damage the cable, make any modifications to it, place heavy objects on top of it, heat it, place it near any hot objects, twist it, bend it excessively or pull it. To do so may cause fire and electric shock. If the power cable is damaged, have it repaired at your local Panasonic dealer. If the Plasma Display is not going to be used for any prolonged length of time, unplug the power cord plug from the wall outlet. 5 Important Safety Notice If problems occur during use If a problem occurs (such as no picture or no sound), or if smoke or an abnormal odour starts to come out from the Plasma Display, immediately unplug the power cord plug from the wall outlet. If you continue to use the Plasma Display in this condition, fire or electric shock could result. After checking that the smoke has stopped, contact your local Panasonic dealer so that the necessary repairs can be made. Repairing the Plasma Display yourself is extremely dangerous, and shall never be done. · If water or foreign objects get inside the Plasma Display, if the Plasma Display is dropped, or if the cabinet becomes damages, disconnect the power cord plug immediately. A short circuit may occur, which could cause fire. Contact your local Panasonic dealer for any repairs that need to be made. · CAUTION When using the Plasma Display Do not bring your hands, face or objects close to the ventilation holes of the Plasma Display. Heated air comes out from the ventilation holes at the top of Plasma Display will be hot. Do not bring your hands or face, or objects which cannot withstand heat, close to this port, otherwise burns or deformation could result. · · · · Be sure to disconnect all cables before moving the Plasma Display. If the Plasma Display is moved while some of the cables are still connected, the cables may become damaged, and fire or electric shock could result. Disconnect the power cord plug from the wall socket as a safety precaution before carrying out any cleaning. Electric shocks can result if this is not done. Clean the power cable regularly to prevent it becoming dusty. If dust built up on the power cord plug, the resultant humidity can damage the insulation, which could result in fire. Pull the power cord plug out from the wall outlet and wipe the mains lead with a dry cloth. CAUTION This appliance is intended for use in environments which are relatively free of electromagnetic fields. Using this appliance near sources of strong electromagnetic fields or where electrical noise may overlap with the input signals could cause the picture and sound to wobble or cause interference such as noise to appear. To avoid the possibility of harm to this appliance, keep it away from sources of strong electromagnetic fields. Cleaning and maintenance The front of the display panel has been specially treated. Wipe the panel surface gently using only a cleaning cloth or a soft, lint-free cloth. · If the surface is particularly dirty, wipe with a soft, lint-free cloth which has been soaked in pure water or water to · · · · which a small amount of neutral detergent has been added, and then wipe it evenly with a dry cloth of the same type until the surface is dry. Do not scratch or hit the surface of the panel with fingernails or other hard obje ...