Panasonic TH50PHD3A Operating Instructions

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High Definition Plasma Display
PLASMA DISPLAY
Operating Instructions
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Model No.
TH-50PHW3
TH-50PHD3
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read these instructions completely. Please keep this
manual for future reference.
English
TQBC0244
Dear Panasonic 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.
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/
Please confirm the model number of your High Definition Plasma Display
This manual is made for model number “TH50PHW3” or “TH-50PHD3”, therefore some contents
may not be for your model type. Please refer to the
R - STANDBY
sections intended for your model.
G POWER ON
TH-50PHW3
model number
R - STANDBY
INPUT
–
VOL
+
G POWER ON
Trademark Credits
VGA is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, USA.
S-VGA is a registered trademark of the Video Electronics Standard Association.
Even if no special notation has been made of company or product trademarks, these trademarks have been
fully respected.
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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 High Definition Plasma Display.
Examples of still pictures include logos, video games, computer images, teletext and images displayed in 4:3 mode.
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Table of Contents
Important Safety Notice .............................................. 5
Safety Precautions ...................................................... 6
Accessories ................................................................. 8
Accessories Supply .................................................... 8
Optional Accessories ................................................. 8
Remote Control Batteries ........................................... 9
Basic Controls ........................................................... 10
Connections .............................................................. 12
How to connect the AV Input Terminals .................... 13
How to connect the COMPONENT/RGB Input Terminals ...... 15
How to connect the PC Input Terminals ................... 16
How to connect the SERIAL Terminals .................... 17
How to connect the TUNER Input Terminals ............ 17
Power On/Off and input signal selection ................ 18
Power On/Off ........................................................... 18
Select the input signal .............................................. 19
On screen Menu Display from Remote Control ..... 20
Selecting the On-Screen Menu Language ............... 21
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ASPECT Controls ...................................................... 22
Adjusting Picture Pos./Size ..................................... 24
Sound Adjustment .................................................... 26
Mute ......................................................................... 26
Surround Controls .................................................... 27
Picture Adjustments ................................................. 28
Advanced settings (Model “TH-50PHD3” only) ........ 29
Setup for input signals ............................................. 30
Component/RGB-in select ....................................... 30
Adjusting unnatural video images
(3D Y/C Filter) ................................................. 30
Colour system / Panasonic Auto .............................. 31
[Sync] ....................................................................... 32
[Clamp position] ....................................................... 32
[Pull-in range] ........................................................... 32
[H-Freq. (kHz)/V-Freq. (Hz)] ..................................... 32
Troubleshooting ........................................................ 33
Specifications ............................................................ 34
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.
WARNING
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.
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.
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Safety Precautions
WARNING
Setup
This High Definition 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.
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(All of the following accessories are manufactured by Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.)
Speakers ................................................... TY-SP50PH3W (for TH-50PHW3)
................................................... TY-SP50PHD3W (for TH-50PHD3)
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Pedestal
TY-ST42PT3-S (for TH-50PHW3)
.................................................... TY-ST42PT3-K (for TH-50PHD3)
Wall stand ................................................. TY-ST42PW1
Mobile stand .............................................. TY-ST42PF3
Wall-hanging bracket (vertical) .................. TY-WK42PV1
Wall-hanging bracket (angled) .................. TY-WK42PR1
Ceiling unit ................................................ TY-CE42PS1
Always be sure to ask a qualified technician to carry out set-up.
Do not place the High Definition Plasma Display on sloped or unstable surfaces.
The High Definition Plasma Display may fall off or tip over.
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Do not place any objects on top of the High Definition Plasma Display.
If water is spills onto the High Definition 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 High Definition Plasma Display,
please consult your local Panasonic dealer.
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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 High Definition Plasma Display
The High Definition 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 High Definition Plasma Display to overheat, which can cause fire or damage to the
High Definition Plasma Display.
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Do not stick any foreign objects into the High Definition Plasma Display.
Do not insert any metal or flammable objects into the ventilations holes or drop them onto the High Definition
Plasma Display, as doing so can cause fire or electric shock.
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Do not remove the cover or modify it in any way.
High voltages which can cause severe electric shocks are present inside the High Definition Plasma Display. For
any inspection, adjustment and repair work, please contact your local Panasonic dealer.
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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.
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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 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.
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If the High Definition Plasma Display is not going to be used for any prolonged length of time, unplug the
power cord plug from the wall outlet.
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Safety Precautions
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 High Definition Plasma Display, immediately unplug the power cord plug from the wall outlet.
If you continue to use the High Definition 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 High Definition Plasma Display yourself is extremely dangerous, and shall never be done.
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If water or foreign objects get inside the High Definition Plasma Display, if the High Definition 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.
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CAUTION
When using the High Definition Plasma Display
Do not bring your hands, face or objects close to the ventilation holes of the High Definition Plasma Display.
Heated air comes out from the ventilation holes at the top of High Definition 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.
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Be sure to disconnect all cables before moving the High Definition Plasma Display.
If the High Definition Plasma Display is moved while some of the cables are still connected, the cables may
become damaged, and fire or electric shock could result.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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 objects, otherwise the surface may
become damaged. Furthermore, avoid contact with volatile substances such as insect sprays, solvents and
thinner, otherwise the quality of the surface may be adversely affected.
If the cabinet becomes dirty, wipe it with a soft, dry cloth.
If the cabinet is particularly dirty, soak the cloth in water to which a small amount of neutral detergent has been
added and then wring the cloth dry. Use this cloth to wipe the cabinet, and then wipe it dry with a dry cloth.
Do not allow any detergent to come into direct contact with the surface of the High Definition Plasma Display.
If water droplets get inside the unit, operating problems may result.
Avoid contact with volatile substances such as insect sprays, solvents and thinner, otherwise the quality of the
cabinet surface may be adversely affected or the coating may peel off. Furthermore, do not leave it for long
periods in contact with articles made from rubber or PVC.
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Accessories
Accessories Supply
Check that you have the accessories and items shown
Operating Instruction book
Remote Control Transmitter
EUR646525
Batteries for the Remote
Control Transmitter
(2 × R6 Size)
INPUT
SURROUND
VOL
N
R
PICTURE
SOUND
SET UP
PICTURE
POS. /SIZE
ASPECT
OFF TIMER
PC
PLASMA DISPLAY
Guarantee Card
(for Model No. TH-50PHW3 only)
RCA-BNC adapter plug
(for Model No. TH-50PHW3 only)
Optional Accessories
• Speakers
• Pedestal
• Wall stand
• Wall-hanging bracket
• Wall-hanging bracket
• Ceiling unit
TY-SP50PH3W (for TH-50PHW3)
TY-SP50PHD3W (for TH-50PHD3)
(vertical)
TY-WK42PV1
TY-ST42PT3-S (for TH-50PHW3)
TY-ST42PT3-K (for TH-50PHD3)
(angled)
TY-WK42PR1
TY-ST42PW1
• Mobile stand
TY-ST42PF3
TY-CE42PS1
For assembling
Full instructions are supplied with each optional accessory for use with this High Definition Plasma Display.
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Remote Control Batteries
Requires two R6 batteries.
1. Turn the transmitter face down.
Press and slide off the battery
cover.
2. Install the batteries as shown in
the battery compartment.
(Polarity + or – must match the
markings in the compartment).
3. Replace the cover and slide in
reverse until the lock snaps.
Two "R6" size
Helpful Hint:
For frequent remote control users, replace old batteries with
Alkaline batteries for longer life.
Precaution on battery use
Incorrect installation can cause battery leakage and corrosion that will damage the remote control transmitter.
Observe the following precaution:
1. Batteries shall 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 Plasma Display
set.
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Basic Controls
INPUT
R - STANDBY
G POWER ON
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VOL
+
TH-50PHW3
Volume Adjustment
Push the Volume Up “+” or Down “–”
Input button
Power Indicator
button to increase or decrease the
(AV(S-Video)/Component, RGB/
The Power Indicator wil light.
sound volume level.
PC Mode Selection)
Power-OFF .. Indicator not illuminated
Push the “INPUT” button to select
(The unit will still consume some
AV(S-Video)/Component or RGB/
power as long as the power cord is
PC input signal modes sequentially.
still inserted into the wall outlet.)
Stand-by ...... Red
Power-ON ........ Green
Main Power On/Off Switch
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Stand-by (ON/OFF) button
The High Definition Plasma Display must first be switched on
at the wall outlet and at the Power Switch. (see page 18)
Push this button to turn the High Definition Plasma Display
On, from Standby mode. Push it again to turn the High
Definition Plasma Display Off to Standby mode.
Status button
Push the “Status” Button to display the current system status.
1
AV
4:3
Off timer
N button
(see page 25, 26, 28, 29)
2
90
3
1 AV(S-Video)/Component, RGB/PC mode
2 Aspect mode (see page 22)
3 Off timer
The off timer indicator is displayed only when the off timer
has been set.
PICTURE button
(see page 28)
PICTURE POS./SIZE button
(see page 24)
PC button
Push the “PC” mode selection button to select the PC mode.
This button is used to switch directly to PC mode.
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Surround button
(see page 27)
Input button
(AV(S-Video)/Component, RGB/PC Mode
Selection)
Press to select AV(S-Video)/Component or
RGB/PC input signal modes sequentially.
(see page 19)
Sound mute On/Off (see page 26)
INPUT
Volume Adjustment
Press the Volume Up “+” or Down “–” Button
to increase or decrease the sound volume
level.
SURROUND
VOL
R button
N
R
ACCESS button
Press to make selections
POSITION buttons
PICTURE
SOUND
SET UP
SETUP button (see page 30)
SOUND button (see page 26)
PICTURE
POS. /SIZE
PC
ASPECT
OFF TIMER
PLASMA DISPLAY
ASPECT button
Press to ASPECT adjust menu
(see page 22)
OFF TIMER button
The High Definition Plasma Display may be preset to switch
to stand-by after a fixed period. The setting changes to 30
minutes, 60 minutes, 90 minutes and 0 minutes (off timer
cancelled) each time the button is pressed.
30
60
90
0
When three minutes remain, “Off timer 3” will flash.
The off timer is cancelled if the main supply fails.
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Connections
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.
Speakers (Optional accessories)
1
2
1
2
SPEAKERS
Terminals (R)
SPEAKERS
Terminals (L)
– Cable fixing bands
Secure any excess cables with bands as required.
To tighten:
To loosen:
Push
the knob
Pull
Pull
The TUNER Terminals is
reserved for future use.
From EXIT monitor Terminal
on Computer (see page 16)
From SERIAL Terminal on
Computer (see page 17)
L
L
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
AUDIO
VD
VIDEO
HD
PR/CR/R
PB/CB/B
Y/G
R
AV IN
AV IN Terminals
(see page 10, 11, 14)
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AUDIO
R
COMPONENT/RGB IN
PC IN
TUNER IN
COMPONENT/RGB IN and Audio IN Terminals
(see page 15)
SERIAL
Connections
How to connect the AV Input Terminals
S-VIDEO Signal Connection
(Example) When connecting a S-Video VCR
(S-VIDEO VCR)
L
R
Audio
OUT
L
Video
OUT
S-Video
OUT
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
VIDEO
R
AV IN
S-VIDEO 4 pin socket
Luminance earth
Chrominance earth
Luminance in
Chrominance in
Video input to
S-VIDEO socket
AUDIO
VIDEO
2×RCA Audio cables
Audio input to
L/R sockets
VIDEO Signal Connection
(VCR)
AV2
Video input to
BNC socket
Audio input to
L/R sockets
(DVD / Satellite Receiver)
L
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
VIDEO
R
AV IN
AV1/TV
Video input to
BNC socket
RCA-BNC
adapter plug
Audio input to
L/R sockets
Notes:
(1) Additional equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this set.
(2) 21 pin connectors and 21 pin scart plugs are connectors used in Europe.
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Connections
VIDEO Signal Connection
(VCR)
R
Audio
OUT L
Video
OUT
Video input to
BNC socket
VIDEO
BNC Video cable
AUDIO
2×RCA Audio cables
Audio input to
L/R sockets
(VIDEO VCR)
L
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
R
Audio
OUT L
VIDEO
R
Video
OUT
AV IN
Video input to
BNC socket
VIDEO
RCA Video cable
RCA-BNC adapter plug
AUDIO
2×RCA Audio cables
Audio input to L/R sockets
How to connect the TUNER Input Terminals
The TUNER input terminal is reserved for use with future external compatible components.
L
AUDIO
VD
HD
PR/CR/R
PB/CB/B
Y/G
R
COMPONENT/RGB IN
2×RCA
Audio
cables
3×RCA
Video
cables
RCA-BNC adapter plug
R
G
B
HD
VD
TUNER
Notes:
(1) Change the “Component/RGB in” setting in the “Setup” menu to “RGB”. (see page 30, 32)
(2) Additional equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this set.
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L
R
Connections
How to connect the COMPONENT/RGB Input Terminals
COMPONENT signals (Y, PB, PR) Connection
DVD Player
L
AUDIO
VD
R
Audio
OUT L
HD
PB
PB/CB/B
Y/G
R
DVD (Y,PB, PR) OUT
Y
PR/CR/R
COMPONENT/RGB IN
PR
RCA-BNC
adapter plug
Y, PB, PR
3×RCA
Video cables
AUDIO
2×RCA Audio cables
Audio input to L/R sockets
Notes:
(1) Change the “Component/RGB in” setting in the “Setup” menu to “Y/PB/PR”. (see page 30, 32)
(2) Additional equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this set.
RGB signal (R, G, B, HD, VD) Connection
Example of input signal source
RGB input to
R, G, B, HD, VD sockets
HDTV-compatible VCR
5×BNC
RGB cables
L
AUDIO
or
VD
HD
PR/CR/R
PB/CB/B
Y/G
R
COMPONENT/RGB IN
RGB camera
VD
HD
AUDIO
2×RCA Audio cables
Audio input to
L/R sockets
Notes:
(1) Change the “Component/RGB in” setting in the “Setup” menu to “RGB”. (see page 30, 32)
(2) Additional equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this set.
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Connections
How to connect the PC Input Terminals
COMPUTER
AUDIO
PC IN
POWER
/
R - STANDBY
INPUT
—
VOL
+
G POWER ON
Conversion adapter (if necessary)
D-sub 15p
RGB
PC cable
Audio
1/8" (3mm) Stereo Plug
Connect a cable which matches
the audio output terminal on the computer.
Notes:
(1) Computer signals which can be input are those with a horizontal scanning frequency of 15.5 to 110 kHz and
vertical scanning frequency of 48 to 120 Hz. (However, signals cannot be displayed if signals exceeding 1200
lines will not be displayed properly.)
(2) The display resolution is a maximum 1024 × 768 dots when the aspect mode is set to “4:3”, and 1366 × 768 dots
when the aspect mode is set to “16:9”. If the display resolution exceeds these maximums, it may not be possible
to show fine detail with sufficient clarity.
(3) The PC input terminals are DDC1/2B-compatible. If the computer being connected is not DDC1/2B-compatible,
you will need to make setting changes to the computer at the time of connection.
(4) Some PC models cannot be connected to the set.
(5) An adapter is required to use the PC cable (D-sub 15P) to connect a Macintosh computer to the set.
(6) There is no need to use an adapter for computers with DOS/V compatible D-sub 15P terminal.
(7) The computer shown in the illustration is for example purposes only.
(8) Additional equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this set.
(9) 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
11 12 13 14 15
6
7
1
9 10
8
2
3
4
5
Pin Layout for PC Input
Terminal
16
Pin No.
1
2
3
4
5
Signal Name
R
G
B
GND (Ground)
GND (Ground)
Pin No.
Signal Name
Pin No.
6
GND (Ground)
11
7
GND (Ground)
12
8
GND (Ground)
13
9
NC (not connected)
14
10
GND (Ground)
15
Signal Name
GND (Ground)
SDA
HD/SYNC
VD
SCL
Connections
How to connect the SERIAL Terminals
The SERIAL terminal is used when the High Definition Plasma Display is controlled by a computer.
COMPUTER
SERIAL
5
4
9
RS-232C cable
3
8
2
7
1
6
Pin layout for RS-232C
Conversion cable
D-sub 9p
Notes:
(1) Use the RS-232C cable to connect the computer to the High Definition Plasma Display.
(2) The computers shown is for example purposes only.
(3) Additional equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this 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 require software which allows the sending and receiving of control data which satisfies the
conditions given below. Use a computer application such as a programming language to software. Refer to the
documentation for the computer application for details.
Communication parameters
Signal level
Synchronization method
Baud rate
Parity
Character length
Stop bit
X parameter
S parameter
RS-232C compliant
Asynchronous
9600 bps
None
8 bits
1 bit
None
None
Basic format for control data
The transmission of control data from the computer
starts with a STX signal, followed by the command,
the parameters, and lastly an ETX signal in that
order. If there are no parameters, then the
parameter signal does not need to be sent.
STX
C1 C2 C3
Start
(02h)
:
P1 P2 P3 P4 P5
ETX
Colon
Parameter(s)
(1 - 5 bytes)
3-character
command (3bytes)
End
(03h)
Note:
If multiple commands are transmitted, be sure to
wait for the response for the first command to come
from this unit before sending the next command.
RS-232C Conversion cable
D-sub 9-pin female
Details
2
RXD
3
TXD
5
GND
4
Shorted
6
7
Shorted
8
NC
1 • 9
Command
Command
PON
POF
AUU
AUD
AMT
IIS
DAM
Parameter
None
None
None
None
None
None
VID
YP1
RG1
None
NORM
ZOOM
FULL
JUST
SELF
Control details
Power ON
Power OFF
Volume increase
Volume decrease
Mute (toggle)
Input select (toggle)
AV Mode
Component / RGB mode (processed as a
Y/PB/PR or RGB signals as set by this unit)
PC mode
Screen mode select (toggle)
Normal (4:3)
Zoom
Full
Just
Panasonic Auto
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Power On/Off and input signal selection
Power On/Off
Connecting the plug to the Wall Outlet
Note:
Main plug types vary between countries. The power
plug shown at left may, therefore, not be the type
fitted to your set.
Push the Power switch on the High Definition Plasma
Display to turn the set on Power-On
Power Indicator: Green
R - STANDBY
INPUT
–
VOL
Example: The screen below is displayed for a while
after the High Definition Plasma Display is
turned on. (setting condition is an example.)
+
G POWER ON
When the Power is turned on for the first time, the
Language selection screen is displayed.
From the second time on, language selection can be
done from the setup menu. (see page 21)
R - STANDBY
G POWER ON
TH-50PHW3
Remote Control Sensor
Power Indicator
Select the desired language using the
and press the store
button.
and
keys
OSD Language
English (UK)
Deutsch
Fran ais
Italiano
Espa ol
Select
Set
From the second time on, the below screen is
displayed for a while (setting condition is an example).
AV
4:3
INPUT
Press the
button on the remote control to turn the
High Definition Plasma Display off
Power Indicator: Red (standby)
Press the
button on the remote control to turn the
High Definition Plasma Display on
Power Indicator: Green
SURROUND
VOL
N
18
R
Turn the power to the High Definition Plasma Display
set off by pressing the
switch on the High Definition
Plasma Display, when the High Definition Plasma
Display is on or in standby mode.
Power On/Off and input signal selection
Select the input signal
INPUT
Press the INPUT button to select the input
video signal to be played back from the
equipment such as a VCR which has been
connected to the High Definition Plasma
Display
Input signals will change as follows:
R - STANDBY
INPUT
—
VOL
For Component INPUT (see page 30)
+
G POWER ON
AV
INPUT
—
+
VOL
Component
PC
For RGB INPUT (see page 30)
AV
RGB
PC
INPUT
SURROUND
VOL
N
R
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On screen Menu Display from Remote Control
To Picture adjust menu (see page 28)
For model No.TH-50PHD3
For model No.TH-50PHW3
Picture
Picture
Normalise
Picture Mode
Contrast
Brightness
Colour
Tint
Sharpness
White balance
Advanced settings
Normal
Normal
0
0
0
0
0
Normal
On
Normal
Normal
0
0
0
0
0
Return
INPUT
Normal
SURROUND
Normalise
Return
Adjust
Normalise
Adjust
Normalise
Picture Mode
Contrast
Brightness
Colour
Tint
Sharpness
White balance
Select
VOL
Select
N
R
To Advanced settings
menu (see page 29)
Advanced settings
Normal
Normalise
Black extension
W/B High R
W/B High B
W/B Low R
W/B Low B
Gamma
PICTURE
0
0
0
0
0
SOUND
SET UP
PICTURE
POS. /SIZE
ASPECT
2. 2
Normalise
Adjust
Return
Select
PC
OFF TIMER
PLASMA DISPLAY
To Picture Pos./Size adjust menu
(see page 24)
Picture Pos./Size
Normalise
H-Pos
H-Size
V-Pos
V-Size
Normal
Normalise
Adjust
Select
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Return
On screen Menu Display from Remote Control
To Sound adjust screen (see page 26)
Sound
Normalise
Sound Mode
Bass
Treble
Balance
Surround
To Signal screen for AV
(see page 31)
Normal
Normal
0
0
0
3D Y/C Filter (NTSC)
Colour system
Panasonic Auto (4:3 )
On
Normalise
Adjust
[ AV ]
Signal
On
Auto
4:3
Return
Select
To Signal screen for Component
(see page 32)
(TH-50PHD3 only)
[ Component ]
Signal
1 Press to select “Signal” menu
To Setup menu screen
(see page 30)
To Signal screen for RGB
(see page 32)
Setup
[ RGB ]
Signal
Component/RGB-in select
RGB
2 Press to access
English (UK)
“Signal” setup
menu
Signal
OSD Language
Clamp position
R
Return
Select
Press R button to
return “Setup” screen
Sync
Pull-in range
Clamp position
H-Freq.
V-Freq.
H&V
Narrow
31.5 kHz
60.0 Hz
To Signal screen for PC
(see page 32)
[ PC ]
Signal
Note:
“Signal” setup menu is displayed by different setting condition for each
input signals. (see page 19)
Sync
Pull-in range
Clamp position
H-Freq.
V-Freq.
H&V
Narrow
31.5 kHz
60.0 Hz
Selecting the On-Screen Menu Language
SET UP
Press to display the Setup menu.
Press to select OSD Language.
Setup
Component/RGB-in select
RGB
Press to select your preferred Language.
Signal
OSD Language
Selectable
languages
English (UK)
Deutsch
Français
Italiano
Español
English (UK)
Return
Select
..... (Chinese)
..... (Japanese)
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ASPECT Controls
High Definition Plasma Display will allow you to enjoy viewing the picture at its maximum size, including wide screen
cinema format picture.
ASPECT
INPUT
SURROUND
VOL
N
R
PICTURE
SOUND
SET UP
PICTURE
POS. /SIZE
PC
ASPECT
OFF TIMER
PLASMA DISPLAY
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ASPECT button
The aspect mode changes each time the ASPECT
button is pressed.
4:3
Zoom
16:9
Panasonic Auto
Just
Notes:
(1) During RGB and PC input signal mode, the mode switches
between “4:3” and “16:9” only.
(2) For a 525p (480p) signal input during “Component” input
signal mode, the mode switches between “Zoom” and “16:9”
only.
(3) For a 1125i (1080i), 750p (720p) signal input during
“Component” input signal mode, the mode is set to “16:9”
mode, and switching is not possible.
For a 525i (480i), 625i (575i) signal input during “Component”
input signal mode, “Panasonic Auto” can not be selected.
(4) The aspect mode is memorized separately for each input
terminal (AV, Component, RGB and PC).
ASPECT Controls
Picture
Mode
Explanation
4:3 will display a 4:3 picture at its standard 4:3 size.
4
4:3
4:3
3
4
Zoom mode magnifies the central section of the
picture.
16
Zoom
Zoom
3
4
9
16:9 will display the picture at its maximum size but
with sight elongation.
16
16:9
16:9
3
4
9
16
Just
Just
3
4
9
16
Panasonic Auto
3
Panasonic For an elongated image
4
Auto
3
For a 4:3 image
9
Image is expanded
Changes in accordance
with the Panasonic Auto
mode setting (see page
31)
Just mode will display a 4:3 picture at its maximum
size but with aspect correction applied to the center
of the screen so that elongation is only apparent at
the left and right edges of the screen. The size of
the picture will depend on the original signal.
The display will automatically become enlarged
(depending on the picture source), allowing you to
view the picture at its maximum size.
Note:
Panasonic Auto Mode is designed to automatically
adjust the aspect ratio to handle a mix of 16:9 and
4:3 program material. Certain 4:3 program material,
such as stock market data screens, may
occasionally cause the image size to change
unexpectedly. When viewing such programs, it is
recommended that the ASPECT be set to 4:3.
Notes:
(1) Do not allow the picture displayed in 4:3 mode for an extended period, as this can cause a parmanent after-image
to remain on the Plasma Display Panel.
(2) The S-VIDEO terminal on this set can detect specially encoded signals that are compatible with a wide screen
monitor. When a full image from the S-VIDEO terminal of specially encoded video is detected by the set, the screen
size is automatically set to 16:9 mode.
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Adjusting Picture Pos./Size
Adjusting screen
1
ASPECT
Press to select the screen mode to
adjust. (see next page)
INPUT
2
SURROUND
PICTURE
POS. /SIZE
VOL
Press to display the Picture Pos./Size
menu.
N
R
Press to select H-Pos/H-Size/V-Pos/VSize/Clock Phase.
PICTURE
During “AV” and “Component”
input signal modes.
Picture Pos./Size
Normalise
H-Pos
H-Size
V-Pos
V-Size
Adjust
PICTURE
POS. /SIZE
PC
Normal
Normalise
H-Pos
H-Size
V-Pos
V-Size
Clock Phase
Return
ASPECT
OFF TIMER
Normalise
Adjust
Return
Select
3
SET UP
Picture Pos./Size
Normal
Normalise
Select
During “RGB” and “PC”
input signal modes.
SOUND
PLASMA DISPLAY
Press to adjust screen/position.
(see next page)
R
Press to exit from adjust mode.
Notes:
(1) Adjustment details are memorized separately for different input signal formats (Adjustments for component
signals are memorized for 525i (480i), 625i (575i), 525p (480p), 1125i (1080i) and 750p (720p) each, and RGB/
PC signals are memorized for each frequency.)
(2) If a “Cue” or “Rew” signal from a VCR or DVD player is received, the picture position will shift up or down. This
picture position movement cannot be controlled by the Picture Pos./Size function.
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Adjusting Picture Pos./Size
When the Position Left “ ” button is pressed
When the Position Right “ ” button is pressed
When the Position Left “ ” button is pressed
When the Position Right “ ” button is pressed
When the Position Left “ ” button is pressed
When the Position Right “ ” button is pressed
When the Position Left “ ” button is pressed
When the Position Right “ ” button is pressed
H-Pos
H-Size
V-Pos
V-Size
Clock Phase
Flickering and distortion can be eliminated by using the Position Left “ ” or Right “ ” button
(RGB/PC in Mode) to carry out adjustment.
Helpful Hint (
N
/
Normalise
Normalisation)
On the remote control unit, while the Picture Pos./Size display is active, if either the N button is pressed at any time
or the
(Access button) is pressed during “Normalize”, then all adjustment values are returned to the factory
settings.
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Sound Adjustment
1
Press the SOUND
2
Select to adjust each item.
button to display the Sound Menu.
INPUT
Press to select the desired adjustment menu to
adjust.
SURROUND
VOL
Select the desired level by listening to the sound.
N
R
PICTURE
PICTURE
POS. /SIZE
Bass
Adjusts low sounds
SOUND
SET UP
ASPECT
Sound
Normalise
Sound Mode
Bass
Treble
Balance
Surround
Treble
Adjusts high sounds
Balance
Adjusts left and right
volumes
Normal
Normal
0
0
0
On
Normalise
Adjust
Normal
Auto
Return
Emits the original
sound.
Automatically controls
proper volume level.
Select
Surround (see next page)
• To end adjustments
R
Press R button
Note:
Press the Surround button to directly turn the surround effect On and Off. (see next page)
Helpful Hint (
N
/
Normalise
Normalisation)
On the remote control unit, while the “Sound” menu is displayed, if either the N button is pressed at any time or the
(Access button) is pressed during “Normalise”, 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 turned off
or volume level is changed.
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Surround Controls
SURROUND
INPUT
SURROUND Button
The benefits of surround sound are enormous. You can be
completely enveloped in sound; just as if you were at a
concert hall or cinema.
The surround setting switches on and off each time the
SURROUND button is pressed.
On
SURROUND
Off
VOL
N
R
PICTURE
SOUND
SET UP
Surround
PICTURE
POS. /SIZE
PC
ASPECT
On
Note:
The surround setting are memorized separately for each Sound Mode
(Auto, Normal).
OFF TIMER
PLASMA DISPLAY
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Picture Adjustments
1
2
PICTURE
Press to display the Picture menu.
Picture
Normal
Normalise
Picture Mode
Contrast
Brightness
Colour
Tint
Sharpness
White balance
Advanced settings
Select to adjust each item.
Press to select the menu to adjust.
Normal
0
0
0
0
0
Normal
On
Normalise
Adjust
Press the left
modes.
Picture
Normal
Normalise
Picture Mode
Contrast
Brightness
Colour
Tint
Sharpness
White balance
Advanced settings
0
0
0
0
0
Dynamic
Cinema
Normal
Normal
For viewing in standard (evening
lighting) environments.
This menu selects the normal levels
of Brightness and Contrast.
Dynamic
Dynamic
For viewing in brighter environments.
This menu select higher than
normal levels of Brightness Contrast.
Cinema
Cinema
Ideal for movies.
Can be selected for AV/Component.
Normal
On
Return
Select
“TH-50PHD3” only
Press the left or right button to
select “On”. Press the down button to
enter Advanced settings mode.
Advanced settings On
Enables fine picture adjustment at a
professional level. (see next page)
Advanced settings
Normal
Normalise
Black extension
W/B High R
W/B High B
W/B Low R
W/B Low B
Gamma
button to switch between
Normal
Normalise
Adjust
or right
Normal
Return
Select
Select the desired level by looking at the picture
behind the menu.
0
0
0
0
0
Advanced settings Off
Displays images with the selected
setting of the Picture menu.
N
/
Note:
If you would like to change the picture and colour of
the selected Picture menu to something else, adjust
using the “Picture” menu commend in the Menu.
(see next page)
Press the left or right button to switch between
modes.
Normal
Cool
Warm
2. 2
Helpful Hint (
•
Normalise
Normalisation)
On the remote control unit, while the “Picture” menu is displayed, if either the N button is pressed at any time or the
(Access button) is pressed during “Normalise”, then all adjustment values are returned to the factory settings.
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Picture Adjustments
Item
Effect
Adjustments
Contrast
Less
More
Brightness
Darker
Brighter
Adjusts for easier viewing of dark
pictures such as night scenes and hair.
Adjusts slightly to a lighter colour.
Colour
Less
Tint
(NTSC only)
Selects proper brightness and
density for the room.
More
Adjust for nice skin colour.
Reddish
Greenish
Displays a sharp image.
Sharpness
Less
More
Notes:
(1) “Colour” and “Tint” and
“Sharpness” settings cannot be
adjusted “RGB” and “PC” input
signal modes.
(2) You can change the level of each
Function (Contrast, Brightness,
Colour, Tint, Sharpness) for each
Picture Menu.
(3) The setting details for Normal,
Dynamic and Cinema respectively
are memorized separately for each
input terminal (AV, Component,
RGB and PC).
(4) The “Tint” setting can be adjusted
for NTSC signal only.
Note:
There is little change when contrast is increased with a bright picture or reduced with a dark picture.
Advanced settings (Model “TH-50PHD3” only)
Item
Black
Extension
Details
Effect
Adjusts the dark shades of the image in gradation.
Less
More
Less
More
Less
More
Less
More
Less
More
Down
Up
W/B High R
Adjusts the white balance for light red areas.
Adjusts the white balance for light blue areas.
W/B High B
Adjusts the white balance for dark red areas.
W/B Low R
Adjusts the white balance for dark blue areas.
W/B Low B
2.0
Gamma
2.2
2.5
Notes:
(1) Carry out “W/B” adjustment as follows.
A Adjust the white balance of the bright sections using the “W/B High R” and “W/B High B” settings.
B Adjust the white balance of the dark sections using the “W/B Low R” and “W/B Low B” settings.
C Repeat steps A and B to adjust.
Steps A and B affect each other’s settings, so repeat each step in turn to make the adjustment.
(2) The adjustment values are memorized separately for each input terminal (AV, Component, RGB and PC).
(3) The adjustment range values should be used as an adjustment reference.
Helpful Hint (
N
/
Normalise
Normalisation)
On the remote control unit, while the “Advanced settings” menu is displayed, if either the N button is pressed at any
time or the
(Access button) is pressed during “Normalise”, then all adjustment values are returned to the factory
settings.
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Setup for input signals
Component/RGB-in select
Select to match the signals from the source connected to the Component/RGB input terminals.
Y, PB, PR signals
“Component”
R, G, B, HD, VD signals
“RGB”
1
SET UP
Press to display the Setup menu screen.
INPUT
Press to select the “Component/RGB-in
select”.
2
Press to select the required mode.
SURROUND
Setup
VOL
Component/RGB-in select
N
RGB
R
Signal
English (UK)
OSD Language
Return
Select
PICTURE
SOUND
SET UP
Component
RGB
R
PICTURE
POS. /SIZE
Press to exit from adjust mode.
ASPECT
OFF TIMER
PC
3D Y/C Filter – For NTSC video images
Select “Signal” from the “Setup” menu during AV (S-Video) input signal mode.
(“Signal [AV]” menu is displayed.)
Setup
Component/RGB-in select
RGB
Press to select the “3D Y/C Filter (NTSC)”
Signal
OSD Language
Press to set On/Off.
English (UK)
Return
Select
Press
[ AV ]
Signal
R
Press to exit from adjust mode.
3D Y/C Filter (NTSC)
Colour system
Panasonic Auto (4:3 )
Change
Select
Note:
When on, this setting only affects NTSC input signals.
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(store) button
On
Auto
4:3
Return
Setup for input signals
Colour system / Panasonic Auto
Select th Signal from the “Setup” menu during AV (S-Video) input signal
mode. (“Signal [AV]” menu is displayed.)
Setup
Component/RGB-in select
Press to select the “Colour system” or “Panasonic
Auto”.
RGB
Signal
OSD Language
Press to select each Functions.
English (UK)
Return
Select
Press
(store) button
[ AV ]
SIGNAL
3D Y/C Filter (NTSC)
Colour system
Panasonic Auto (4:3 )
Change
On
Auto
4:3
Return
Select
Mode
Colour system
Function
Set the colour system to match the input signal. If set to “Auto”, the
colour system is determined automatically.
Auto
Pansonic Auto
(4:3)
PAL
SECAM
M NTSC
NTSC
Set to “4:3” to view 4:3 images in an unchanged format when
Panasonic Auto is selected. If you would like to view 4:3 images in
“Just” format, set to “Just”.
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Setup for input signals
Select the Signal from the “Setup” menu during RGB or PC input signal mode.
Press to select each item.
(TH-50PHD3 only)
[ Component ]
Signal
Clamp position
Press to adjust.
The following operation methods are the same for both the Signal [RGB]
and Signal [PC].
[ RGB ]
Signal
Sync
Pull-in range
Clamp position
H-Freq.
V-Freq.
H&V
Narrow
31.5 kHz
60.0 Hz
[ PC ]
Signal
Sync
Pull-in range
Clamp position
H-Freq.
V-Freq.
H&V
Narrow
31.5 kHz
60.0 Hz
SYNC
Setting RGB sync signal setting:
Confirm that the input is set to RGB input (this setting is valid only for RGB input).
H&V:
The H and V sync signals are input from the HD/VD (BNC)
connector.
On G:
Uses a synchronized signal on the Video G signal, which is
input from the G (BNC) connector.
On VIDEO: Compatible with the scart plug (Europe)
The composite video signal input from the VIDEO input terminal
is used by dividing the sync signals.
Sync
H&V
Sync
on G
Sync
on VIDEO
Setting PC sync signal setting:
Confirm that the input is set to PC input (this setting is valid only for PC input).
H&V: The H and V sync signals are input from the HD/VD (BNC) connector.
ON G: Uses a synchronized signal on the Video G signal, which is input from the G (BNC) connector.
Pull-in range
Sets the width for different frequencies.
Pull-in range
Narrow
Pull-in range
Wide
(This setting is the same for both Signal [RGB] and Signal [PC].)
Clamp position
Adjusts the clamp position.
Clamp position
The following operation methods are the same for “Signal” menu during
Component (TH-50PHD3 only), RGB and PC input signal mode.
Normally, these adjustments are set to appropriate levels and therefore do not
need to be altered.
H-Freq. (kHz)/V-Freq. (Hz)
Displays the H (horizontal)/V ( vertical) frequencies.
This display is valid only for RGB input and PC input.
Display range:
Horizontal 15.5 - 110 kHz
Vertical 48 - 120 Hz
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H-Freq.
V-Freq.
31.5 kHz
60.0 Hz
Troubleshooting
Before you call for service, determine the symptoms and make a few simple checks as shown below.
Symptoms
Picture
Checks
Sound
Electrical Appliances
Cars/Motorcycles
Fluorescent light
Interface
Noisy Sound
Volume
(Check whether the mute function has been
activated on the Remote Control.)
Normal Picture
No Picture
No Sound
No Sound
Not plugged into AC outlet
Not switched on
Contrast and Brightness/Volume setting
(Check by pushing the Power Switch or
Stand-by Button on the Remote Control.)
If a signal with a non-applicable colour
system format, or frequency is input, only the
input terminal indication is displayed.
No Picture
Normal Sound
Colour controls set at minimum level.
Colour System (see page 28, 29)
No Colour
Normal Sound
Plasma Display panel
Symptoms
Some parts of the screen do
not light up
Check
The plasma display panel is manufactured using an extremely high level of
precision technology, however sometimes some parts of the screen may be
missing picture elements or have luminous spots. This is not a sign of a
malfunction.
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 High Definition Plasma Display.
Examples of still pictures include logos, video games, computer images,
teletext and images displayed in 4:3 mode.
Afterimages appear
Whirring sounds can be heard
from the display unit.
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 the Warranty.
This product is not designed to display fixed images for extended periods of time.
The display unit is fitted with a cooling fan to dissipate heat generated during normal use.
The whirring sound is caused by rotation of the fan and is not a malfunction.
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Specifications
TH-50PHW3
Power Source
Power Consumption
TH-50PHD3
220 – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Normal use
Stand-by condition
Power off condition
530 W
3.0 W
1.4 W
Plasma Display panel
Drive method AC type
50-inch, 16:9 aspect ratio
3000:1
(Panel only) 500 cd / m2
(As a set) 300 cd / m2
Contrast Ratio
Brightness Capability
Screen size
1106 mm (W) × 622 mm (H) × 1269 mm (diagonal)
No. of pixels
1,049,088 (1366 (W) × 768 (H)) [4,098 × 768 dots]
Operating condition
0 °C - 40 °C
20 % - 80 %
Temperature
Humidity
Applicable signals
Colour System
Scanning format
PC signals
NTSC, PAL, PAL60, SECAM, Modified NTSC
525i (480i), 625i (575i), 525p (480p), 750p (720p), 1125i(1080i)
XGA display
VGA, SVGA
SXGA, UXGA (compressed)
Horizontal scanning frequency 15.5 - 110 kHz
Vertical scanning frequency 48 - 120 Hz
Connection terminals
AV
COMPONENT/RGB
PC
TUNER
SERIAL
SPEAKERS (6 Ω)
Video IN (BNC)
S-Video IN (MINI DIN 4PIN)
AUDIO IN (RCA PIN JACK × 2)
Y/G (BNC)
1.0 Vp-p (75-ohm)
Y: 1 Vp-p (75-ohm), C: 0.286 Vp-p (75-ohm)
0.5 Vrms (high impedance)
1.0 Vp-p/composite (75-ohm)
0.7 Vp-p/non-composite (75-ohm)
PB/B (BNC)
0.7 Vp-p (75-ohm)
PR/R (BNC)
0.7 Vp-p (75-ohm)
HD (BNC)
1.0 - 5.0 Vp-p (high impedance)
VD (BNC)
1.0 - 5.0 Vp-p (high impedance)
AUDIO IN (RCA PIN JACK × 2)
0.5 Vrms (high impedance)
(HIGH-DENSITY D-SUB 15PIN)
R,G,B/0.7 Vp-p (75-ohm)
HD, VD/1.0 - 5.0 Vp-p (high impedance)
AUDIO IN (M3.5 JACK)
0.5 Vrms (high impedance)
OPTIONAL (HIGH-DENSITY D-SUB 26PIN)
EXTERNAL CONTROL TERMINAL (D-SUB 9PIN) RS-232C COMPATIBLE
16W [8 W + 8 W] (10 % THD)
16W [8 W + 8 W] (10 % THD)
For TY-SP50PH3W only
For TY-SP50PHD3W only
Accessories Supplied
Remote control Transmitter
Batteries
RCA-BNC adaptor plug
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EUR646525
2 × R6 Size
K1SBAABZ0001
EUR646525
2 × R6 Size
–
Specifications
TH-50PHW3
TH-50PHD3
Optional Supplied
Speakers
Pedestal
Wall stand
Mobile stand
Wall-hanging bracket
(vertical)
TY-SP50PH3W
TY-ST42PT3-S
TY-SP50PHD3W
TY-ST42PT3-K
TY-ST42PW1
TY-ST42PF3
TY-WK42PV1
Wall-hanging bracket
(angled)
Ceiling unit
Terminal Cover
TY-CE42PS1
TY-UPS200
–
1210 mm × 724 mm × 98 mm
98 mm
1210 mm
724 mm
Dimensions
(W × D × H)
TY-WK42PR1
POWER
/
R - STANDBY
INPUT
–
VOL
+
G POWER ON
Weight (Mass)
approx. 45.0 kg net (main unit only)
approx. 49.6 kg (with speakers)
Notes:
(1) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Weight and dimensions shown are approximate.
(2) This equipment complies with the EMC standards listed below.
EN55022, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3, EN61000-6-2.
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Customer’ Record
The model number and serial number of this product can be found on its back cover. You should note this serial
number in the space provided below and retain this book, plus your purchase receipt, as a permanent record of
your purchase to aid in identification in the event of theft or loss, and for Warranty Service purposes.
Model Number
Serial Number
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
Central P.O. Box 288, Osaka 530-8692, Japan
Printed in Japan
MBS0301S0(MS)