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Panasonic TH50PHW3U - 50" PLASMA TV Manual

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  • Panasonic TH50PHW3U | PT50PD3P User Guide - Page 1
    INPUT + - VOL ® High Definition Plasma Display PLASMA DISPLAY Operating Instructions Model No. TH-50PHW3 For assistance, please call : 1-888-VIEW-PTV(843-9788) or send e-mail to : [email protected] or visit us at www.panasonic.com (U.S.A) For assistance, please call
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    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 prevent damage which may result in fire or shock hazard, do not
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    bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to. 9) Do not defeat the safety purpose to Lightning and power-line surges. 14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in
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    Customer Welcome to the Panasonic family of customers. We hope that you will have many years of enjoyment from your new High Definition Plasma Display. To obtain maximum benefit from your set, please read these Instructions before making any adjustments, and retain them for future reference
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    Important Safety Instructions 3 ASPECT to connect the AV Input Terminals 13 COLOR SYSTEM / Panasonic AUTO 31 How to connect the TUNER Input Terminals 14 How (Hz 32 Power ON/OFF and Input Signal Selection 18 Troubleshooting 33 Power ON/OFF 18 Specifications 34 Select the Input Signal
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    undesirable interference, the provided ferrite cores must be used when connecting this high definition plasma display to video equipment; and maintain at least 40cm spacing to other peripheral devices. Refer to instructions on pages 13, and 16. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by
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    to the cable is suspected, have it repaired at an Authorized Service Center. If the High Definition Plasma Display is not in use 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
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    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 with the surface of the High Definition Plasma Display. If water droplets get inside the unit, operating problems may result. • Avoid contact with
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    Accessories and items shown Operating Instruction book Remote Control Transmitter EUR646525 INPUT SURROUND VOL N R Batteries for the Remote Control Transmitter (AA(R6) Battery × 2) PICTURE SOUND SET UP PICTURE POS. /SIZE ASPECT PC OFF TIMER PLASMA DISPLAY Warranty RCA/BNC Adapter
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    until the lock snaps. Two "AA" size Helpful Hint: For frequent remote control users, replace old batteries with Alkaline batteries for longer life. Precaution on battery use Incorrect installation is necessary when the remote control acts sporadically or stops operating the Plasma Display. 10
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    Basic Controls R - STANDBY G POWER ON TH-50PHW3 INPUT - VOL + Main Power On/Off Switch Power mode. This button is used to switch OFF TIMER button directly to PC mode. The High Definition Plasma Display may be preset to switch to stand-by after a fixed period. The setting changes to 30
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    Connections SPEAKER Terminals (R) SPEAKER Terminals (L) - Cable fixing bands Secure any excess cables with bands, as required. To tighten: To loosen: Push the knob Pull Pull From TUNER signal out Terminal (see page 14) From EXIT monitor Terminal on Computer (see page 16) From SERIAL
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    How to connect the speakers When connecting the speakers, be sure to use only the optional accessory speakers. Refer to the speaker's Installation Manual for details on speaker installation. Make sure to use the supplied ferrite core speaker cables to connect the speakers. Other types of speaker
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    video input terminal are connected at the same time. (3) Install the CONTROLLER/TUNER at least 15.75 inch (40 cm) away from the High Definition Plasma Display to avoid interference. (4) Be sure the power to the High Definition
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    this set. RGB signal (R, G, B, HD, VD) connection Example of input signal source HDTV-compatible VCR RGB input to R, G, B, HD, VD sockets or RGB camera 5×BNC RGB cables VD HD L AUDIO VD HD PR/CR/R PB/CB/B Y/G R COMPONENT/RGB IN AUDIO 2×RCA audio cables Audio input to L/R sockets Notes
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    Connections How to connect the PC Input Terminals COMPUTER AUDIO PC IN POWER / R - STANDBY G POWER ON INPUT - VOL + Conversion adapter (if necessary) RGB PC cable D-sub 15p Ferrite core (supplied) Audio Less than 7" 7/8 (20 cm) 1/8" (3mm) stereo plug Connect a cable which matches the
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    set. The SERIAL terminal conforms to the RS-232C interface specification, so that the High Definition Plasma Display can be controlled by a computer which is connected to this terminal. The computer will by this unit) PC mode Screen mode select (toggle) NORMAL (4:3) ZOOM FULL JUST Panasonic AUTO 17
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    Power ON/OFF Connecting the plug to the Wall Outlet R - STANDBY G POWER ON INPUT - VOL + R - STANDBY G POWER ON TH-50PHW3 Power Indicator Push the POWER switch on the High Definition Plasma Display to turn the set on POWER-ON Power Indicator: Green Example: The screen below is displayed for
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    Press the INPUT button to select the input video signal desired from equipment such as a VCR which has been connected to the High Definition Plasma Display. Input signals will change as follows: For COMPONENT INPUT (see page 30) VIDEO COMPONENT PC INPUT - VOL + For RGB INPUT (see page 30
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    PC OFF TIMER To PICTURE POS./SIZE adjust menu (see page 24) PICTURE POS./SIZE NORMALIZE H-POS H-SIZE V-POS V-SIZE NORMAL NORMALIZE ADJUST SELECT RETURN PLASMA DISPLAY 20
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    SURROUND NORMALIZE ADJUST SELECT STANDARD 0 0 0 ON RETURN To SIGNAL screen for VIDEO (see page 31) SIGNAL [ VIDEO ] 3D Y/C FILTER (NTSC) COLOR SYSTEM Panasonic AUTO (4:3) ON AUTO NORMAL To SIGNAL screen for COMPONENT (see page 32) SIGNAL [ COMPONENT ] To SET UP menu (see page 30) SET UP
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    ASPECT Controls The High Definition Plasma Display will allow you to enjoy viewing the ASPECT ASPECT button The aspect mode changes each time the ASPECT button is pressed. NORMAL ZOOM FULL Panasonic AUTO JUST Notes: (1) During RGB and PC input signal modes, the mode switches between "NORMAL"
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    allowing you to view the picture at its maximum size. Note: Panasonic AUTO mode is designed to automatically adjust the aspect ratio to extended period, as this can cause a permanent after-image to remain on the Plasma Display Panel. (2) The S-VIDEO terminal on this set can detect specially encoded
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    to adjust screen/position (see page 25). INPUT SURROUND VOL N R PICTURE SOUND SET UP PICTURE POS. /SIZE ASPECT PC OFF TIMER PLASMA DISPLAY R Press to exit adjust mode. Notes: (1) Adjustment details are memorized separately for different input signal formats (Adjustments for component
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    Adjusting PICTURE POS./SIZE H-POS When the Position Left " " button is pressed When the Position Right " " button is pressed H-SIZE When the Position Left " " button is pressed When the Position Right " " button is pressed V-POS When the Position Left " " button is pressed When the Position
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    or the (ACTION button) is pressed during "NORMALIZE", then all adjustment values are returned to the factory settings. Mute Useful when answering the phone or receiving unexpected visitors. Press this button to mute the sound. Press again to reactivate sound. Sound is also reactivated when power is
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    setting switches on and off each time the SURROUND button is pressed. ON OFF PICTURE SOUND SET UP PICTURE POS. /SIZE ASPECT PC OFF TIMER PLASMA DISPLAY SURROUND ON Note: The surround settings are memorized separately for each SOUND mode (AUTO, STANDARD). 27
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    PICTURE Adjustments 1 PICTURE Press the PICTURE button on the Remote Control to display the PICTURE menu. 2 Select to adjust each item. Press to select the menu to adjust. Select the desired level by looking at the picture behind the menu. PICTURE NORMALIZE NORMAL PICTURE MENU PICTURE
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    PICTURE Adjustments Item PICTURE BRIGHTNESS COLOR TINT (NTSC only) SHARPNESS Effect Less More Darker Brighter Less More Reddish Greenish Less More Adjustments Selects the proper brightness and density for the room. Adjusts for easier viewing of dark pictures such as night scenes and
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    (store) button R Press to exit from adjust mode. Note: When on, this setting only affects NTSC input signals. 30 SIGNAL 3D Y/C FILTER (NTSC) COLOR SYSTEM Panasonic AUTO (4:3) [ VIDEO ] ON AUTO NORMAL CHANGE SELECT RETURN
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    /RGB-IN SELECT RGB SIGNAL OSD LANGUAGE ENGLISH (US) SELECT RETURN Press (store) button Mode Color system SIGNAL 3D Y/C FILTER (NTSC) COLOR SYSTEM Panasonic AUTO (4:3) [ VIDEO ] ON AUTO NORMAL CHANGE SELECT RETURN Function Set the color system to match the input signal. If set to "AUTO
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    SET UP for Input Signals Select SIGNAL from the "SET UP" menu during RGB or PC input signal mode. Press to select each item. SIGNAL CLAMP POSITION [ COMPONENT ] Press to adjust. The following operation methods are the same for both the SIGNAL [RGB] and SIGNAL [PC]. SYNC SIGNAL [ RGB ] SYNC H
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    Troubleshooting Before you call for service, determine the symptoms and make a few simple checks computer images, teletext and images displayed in 4:3 mode. Note: The permanent after-image on the Plasma Display resulting from fixed image use is not an operating defect and as such is not covered by
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    Normal use Stand-by condition Power off condition Plasma Display panel Contrast Ratio Brightness Capability Screen size signals Color System Scanning format PC signals Connection terminals AV COMPONENT/RGB PC SERIAL SPEAKERS (6 Ω) TH-50PHD3 120 V AC, 50/60 Hz Max. Amps 5.5 A 2.4 W 0.7 W Drive
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    Supplied Speakers Pedestal Wall stand Mobile stand Wall-hanging bracket (vertical) Wall-hanging bracket (angled) Ceiling unit Terminal Cover Dimensions (W × D × H) TH-50PHD3 EUR646525 2 × AA Size TY-SP50PHD3W TY-ST42PT1U TY-ST42PW1 TY-ST42PF3 TY-WK42PV1 TY-WK42PR1 TY-CE42PS1 TY-UPS200 47
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    event of theft or loss, and for Warranty Service purposes. Model Number TH-50PHW3 Serial Number Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America One Panasonic Way Secaucus New Jersey 07094 Panasonic Sales Company, Division of Matsushita Electric of
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High Definition Plasma Display
Operating Instructions
TH-50PHW3
Model No.
TQBC0241
®
For assistance, please call : 1-888-VIEW-PTV(843-9788)
or send e-mail to : [email protected]
or visit us at www.panasonic.com
(U.S.A)
For assistance, please call : 787-750-4300
(Puerto Rico)
For assistance, please call : 1-800-561-5505
or visit us at www.panasonic.ca
(Canada)
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PLASMA DISPLAY
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read these instructions completely. Please keep this
manual for future reference.
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