Panasonic 42inch Plasma Display TH-42PRT12U Manual

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TH-42PRT12U
Model No.
Número de modelo
Operating Instructions
Manual de instrucciones
42" High Definition Hospitality Plasma Display
Pantalla de plasma de alta definición de 42" para la industria hotelera
English
TQB4CM161
Español 
						

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WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover or back.
No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.T h e  l i g h t n i n g  f l a s h  w i t h 
arrow-head within a triangle 
is  intended  to  tell  the  user 
that parts inside the product 
are  a  risk  of  electric  shock 
to persons. The  exclamation  point  within 
a  t r i a n g l e  i s  i n t e n d e d  t o 
tell  the  user  that  important 
o p e r a t i n g  a n d  s e r v i c i n g 
instructions are in the papers 
with the appliance.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
WARNING  : To prevent damage which may result in fire or shock hazard, do not expose this apparatus to rain 
or moisture.
 

  Do not place containers with water (flower vase, cups, cosmetics, etc.) above the set. 
    (including on shelves above, etc.)
This video monitor is designed to display television content from a separate TV tuner.  Full-power analog TV broadcasting 
in the United States will end (as required by law) on February 17, 2009, after which full-power TV broadcasts will be 
digital only. If this device is used after that date to record or display programming from a product with a TV tuner that 
relies on a TV antenna, that product would need to contain a digital tuner, or a TV Converter would be necessary to 
tune the digital signal received with a TV antenna. Analog TVs should continue to work as before for other purposes 
(e.g., for watching low-power TV stations still broadcasting in analog, watching pre-recorded movies, or playing video 
games). When a Converter is used with an older television receiver or directly with this product, a signal splitter might 
be necessary to continue to receive low-power analog broadcasts via an antenna. For more information, please see 
www.DTV.gov or 1-888-CALL-FCC. For information on the TV Converter program, and on government coupons that 
may be used toward the purchase of one, see www.dtv2009.gov, or call the NTIA at 1-888-DTV-2009. Please check 
with your cable or satellite service provider if you have questions abou\
t your cable or satellite set-top box.
W
 ARNING 
: 1) To prevent electric shock, do not remove cover. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to   
		 		qualified	service	personnel.
    2)  Do  not  remove  the  grounding  pin  on  the  power  plug.  This  apparatus  is  equipped  with  a  three  pin     
grounding-type 	power 	plug. 	This 	plug 	will	 only 	fit	 a	grounding-type 	power 	outlet. 	This 	is	 a	safety 	feature.			
If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact an electri\
cian.
Do not defeat the purpose of the grounding plug. 
						

							
Important Safety Instructions
 1)  Read these instructions.
  2)  Keep these instructions.
  3)  Heed all warnings.
  4)  Follow all instructions.
  5)  Do not use this apparatus near water.
  6)  Clean only with dry cloth.
  7)  Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the ma\
nufacturer’s instructions.
  8)  Do  not  install  near  any  heat  sources  such  as  radiators,  heat  registers,  stoves,  or  other  apparatus  (including 
amplifiers)	that	produce	heat.
  9)  Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one 
wider  than  the  other. A  grounding  type  plug  has  two  blades  and  a  third  grounding  prong.  The  wide  blade  or  the 
third

	prong	 are	provided	 for	your	 safety.	 If	the	 provided	 plug	does	 not	fit	into	 your	 outlet,	 consult	 an	electrician	 for	
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
  10)

  Protect  the  power  cord  from  being  walked  on  or  pinched  particularly  at  plugs,  convenience  receptacles,  and  the 
point where they exit from the apparatus.
1

1)		Only	use	attachments	/	accessories	specified	by	the	manufacturer.
12)	Use	 only	with	the	cart,	 stand,	 tripod,	 bracket,	 or	table	 specified	 by	the	 manufacturer,	 or	sold	 with	
the  apparatus.  When  a  cart  is  used,  use  caution  when  moving  the  cart  /  apparatus  combination 
to avoid injury from tip-over.
13)

  Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long pe\
riods of time.
14)	Refer	 all	servicing	 to	qualified	 service	personnel.	 Servicing	is	required	 when	the	apparatus	 has	been	 damaged	
in  any  way,  such  as  power-supply  cord  or  plug  is  damaged,  liquid  has  been  spilled  or  objects  have  fallen  into  the 
apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not \
operate normally, or has been dropped.
15)

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

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Table of Contents
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 as well, and record the model number and serial number of your set in the 
space provided on the rear cover of these instructions.
Important Safety Instructions 
..................................
Table of Contents  ..................................................... 4
FCC STATEMENT  ...................................................... 5
Safety Precautions  ................................................... 6
Maintenance  .............................................................. 7
Accessories  .............................................................. 8
Accessories Supplied  .............................................. 8
Remote Control Batteries  ........................................ 8
Attaching the Pedestal to the Plasma Display  ......... 9
Location  ................................................................. 10
Preparation for Wall-hanging  ................................. 10
Optional Accessory / AC Cord Connection  .............11
Connections  ............................................................ 12
AV connection........................................................ 13
Component (YPbPr) connection  ............................ 13
PC Input Terminals connection  .............................. 14
SERIAL Terminals connection  ............................... 15
HDMI connection  ................................................... 16
Audio Out connection  ............................................ 16
Power ON / OFF   ..................................................... 17
Using the Power Switch  ........................................ 17
Using the Power Button  ......................................... 17 Initial selections
...................................................... 18
Selecting the input signal  ...................................... 18
Selecting the On-Screen Menu Language  ............ 18
Basic Controls  ........................................................ 19
Remote Control Transmitter  .................................. 20
ASPECT Controls  ................................................... 21
On-Screen Menu Display  .......................................22
PICTURE Menu  ....................................................... 24
SOUND Menu  .......................................................... 25
SETUP Menu  ........................................................... 26
PC Setup  ............................................................... 27
HOTEL MODE Setup  ............................................... 28
Hotel Mode Menu List  ........................................... 29
Troubleshooting  ..................................................... 0
PC Input Signals  ..................................................... 1
Specifications  ......................................................... 2
Panasonic Professional Flat Panel Display
Limited Warranty  .................................................... 
LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT  .......................4
Customer Service  ................................................... 5 
						

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This  equipment  has  been  tested  and  found  to  comply  with  the  limits  for  a  Class  B  digital  device,  pursuant  to  Part 
15  of  the  FCC  Rules.  These  limits  are  designed  to  provide  reasonable  protection  against  harmful  interference  in  a 
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed 
and  used  in  accordance  with  the  instructions,  may  cause  harmful  interference  to  radio  communications.  However, 
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful 
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user 
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the f\
ollowing measures:• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced technician for help.
This  device  complies  with  Part15  of  the  FCC  Rules.  Operation  is  subject  to  the  following  two  conditions:(1)  This 
device  may  not  cause  harmful  interference,  and  (2)  this  device  must  accept  any  interference  received,  including 
interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC CAUTION: 
To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instructions and use only shielded interface 
cables  when  connecting  to  computer  or  peripheral  devices.  Any  changes  or  modifications  not  expressly 
approved by Panasonic Corp. of North America could void the user's authority to operate this device.
FCC Declaration of Conformity Model No. TH-42PRT12U
  Responsible Party:
  Panasonic Corporation of North America
     One Panasonic Way 1F-10, Secaucus, NJ 07094
Contact Source:  Panasonic Professional Display Company
     Panasonic Plasma Concierge 1-800-973-4390
CANADIAN NOTICE:
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Note:
Do not allow a still picture to be displayed for an extended period, as \
this can cause a permanent image retention to 
remain on the Plasma Display.
Examples of still pictures include logos, video games, computer images, \
teletext and images displayed in 4:3 mode.
Trademark Credits
•
  VGA is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
•  Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, USA.
•  SVGA, XGA, and SXGA are registered trademarks 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.
•	

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

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Safety Precautions
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 Panasonic Corpora\
tion.)
  CAUTION  
 When using the Plasma Display
Do not bring your hands, face or objects close to the 
ventilation holes of the Display.
•

  Top  of  the  Display  is  usually  very  hot  due  to  the  high 
temperature  of  exhaust  air  being  released  through  the 
ventilation holes. Burns or personal injuries can happen 
if  any  body  parts  are  brought  too  close.  Placing  any 
object  near  the  top  of  the  display  could  also  result  in 
heat damages to the object as well as to the Display if its 
ventilation holes are blocked.
Be  sure  to  disconnect  all  cables  before  moving  the 
Display. •
  
Moving the Display with its cables attached might damage 
the	 cables	 which,	in	turn,	 can	cause	 fire	or	electric	 shock.
Disconnect  the  power  plug  from  the  wall  outlet  as  a 
safety precaution before carrying out any cleaning.
•
  Electric shocks can result if this is not done.
Disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet before 
installing the tuner. •
  Electric shocks can result if this is not done. Clean  the  power  cable  regularly  to  prevent  it  from 
becoming dusty.
•
  Built-up  dust  on  the  power  cord  plug  can  increase 
humidity which might damage the insulation and cause 
fire.

	Unplug	 the	cord	 from	 the	wall	 outlet	 and	clean	 it	
with a dry cloth.
This  Display  radiates  infrared  rays,  therefore  it  may 
affect other infrared communication equipment.
Install your infrared sensor in a place away from direct 
or reflected light from your Display. Note:
Do not allow a still picture to be displayed for an extended 
period, as this can cause a permanent image retention to 
remain on the Plasma Display.
Examples  of  still  pictures  include  logos,  video  games, 
computer  images,  teletext  and  images  displayed  in  4:3 
mode. •
•

 
Wall-hanging bracket (angled)  .................................................. TY-WK4P1RW
•

  ATSC Tuner with Terminal Board   .............................................DTB1510TB
Always

	be	sure	to	ask	a	qualified	technician	to	carry	out	set-up.
Small parts can present choking hazard if accidentally swallowed. Keep small parts away from young children. Discard 
unneeded small parts and other objects, including packaging materials and plastic bags/sheets to prevent them from being 
played with by young children, creating the potential risk of suffocation. 
						

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Safety Precautions / Maintenance
WARNING 
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 in which 
neutral detergent has been diluted 100 times, 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 cl\
oth.
•

  Do not allow any detergent to come into direct contact with the surface of the 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.
Maintenance
 Setup
Do not place the Plasma Display on sloped or unstable 
surfaces.
•
  The Plasma Display may fall off or tip over.
D o   n o t   p l a c e   a n y   o b j e c t s   o n   t o p   o f   t h e   P l a s m a 
Display. •
  If water 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 an Authorized 
Service Center.
Do not cover the ventilation holes. •
  Doing  so  may  cause  the  Plasma  Display  to  overheat, 
w h i c h   c a n   c a u s e   f i r e   o r   d a m a g e   t o   t h e   P l a s m a 
Display.
Transport only in upright position! •
  Transporting  the  unit  with  its  display  panel  facing 
upright or downward may cause damage to the internal 
circuitry.
When  using  the  pedestal  (optional  accessory),  leave 
a
   space  of   
15/16”  (10  cm)  or  more  at  the  top,  left 
and  right,  and  2 
/4”  (7  cm)  or  more  at  the  rear, 
and  also  keep  the  space  between  the  bottom  of 
the  display  and  the  floor  surface.  If  using  some 
other  setting-up  method,  follow  the  manual  of  it.   
 AC Power Supply Cord
The Plasma Display is designed to operate on 110 - 127 
V AC, 50/60 Hz.
Do  not  use  any  power  supply  cord  other  than  that 
provided with this unit.
•	 Doing	so	may	cause	fire	or	electric	shocks.
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 should not be used.
Do not handle the power cord plug with wet hands. •
  Doing so may cause electric shocks.
Do not do anything that might damage the power cable. 
When  disconnecting  the  power  cable,  hold  the  plug, 
not the cable. •	
 Do	not 	make 	any 	modifications, 	place 	heavy 	objects 	on,	
place  near  hot  objects,  heat,  bend,  twist  or  forcefully 
pull  the  power  cable.  Doing  so  may  cause  damage  to 
the
 	power	 cable	which	 can	cause	 fire	or	electric	 shock.	
If damage to the cable is suspected, have it repaired at 
an Authorized Service Center.
If the Plasma Display will not be used for a long period 
of time, unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.
 If problems occur during use
If a problem occurs (such as no picture or no sound), 
or if smoke or an abnormal odor is detected from the 
Plasma Display, unplug the power cord immediately. •
  Continuous  use  of  the  Display  under  these  conditions 
might 	cause 	fire 	or 	permanent 	damage 	to 	the 	unit.	
Have  the  Display  evaluated  at  an Authorized  Service 
Center.  Services  to  the  Display  by  any  unauthorized 
personnel  are  strongly  discouraged  due  to  its  high 
voltage dangerous nature.
If water or foreign objects get inside the Plasma Display, 
if  the    Plasma  Display  is  dropped,  or  if  the  cabinet 
becomes  damaged,  disconnect  the  power  cord  plug 
immediately. •	
 A	short 	may 	occur, 	which 	could 	cause 	fire. 	Contact 	an	
Authorized Service Center for any repairs that need to be 
made. 
						

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“AA” size
2.  
Insert batteries - note the correct polarity ( + and -).
Accessories
Accessories Supplied
Check that you have the Accessories and items shown
Operating Instruction bookRemote Control Transmitter
TNQ4CM051Batteries for the Remote Control 
Transmitter (AA Size × 2)
HDMI cable
(for TH-42PRT12U)AC CordPedestal
• TBLX0132
→  p. 9
Close
Open
Hook
Requires two AA batteries.
 Precaution on battery use
Incorrect installation can cause battery leakage and corrosion that will\
 damage the remote control transmitter.
Disposal of batteries should be in an environment-friendly manner.
Observe the following precautions:
1.

 Batteries should always be replaced as a pair. Always use new batteries when replacing the old set.
2.  Do not combine a used battery with a new one.
3.  Do not mix battery types (example: “Zinc Carbon” with “Alkaline”).
4.  Do not attempt to charge, short-circuit, disassemble, heat or burn used batteries.
5.  Battery replacement is necessary when the remote control acts sporadically or stops operating the Plasma Display.
6.  Do not burn or breakup batteries.
	 	 Batteries	must	not	be	exposed	to	excessive	heat	such	as	sunshine,	fire	or	the	like.
Remote Control Batteries
Helpful Hint:
For frequent remote control users, replace old batteries with Alkaline batteries for longer life.
1.  
Push the hook to release, then open the battery cover.
POWERINPUT
MUTE
RETURN
OFF TIMERRECALL ASPECTCH VOL
MENU
TNQ4CM051
DISPLAY 
						

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Accessories
WARNING:
Do not disassemble or modify the pedestal.
• Otherwise the Plasma Display may fall over and become damaged, and perso\
nal injury may result. 
CAUTION:
Do not use any other Plasma Displays.
• Otherwise the Plasma Display may fall over and become damaged, and perso\
nal injury may result.
Do not use the pedestal if it becomes warped or physically damaged.
• If you use the pedestal while it is physically damaged, personal injury \
may result. Contact your nearest  Panasonic     
dealer immediately.
During set-up, make sure that all screws are securely tightened.
• If insufficient care is taken to ensure screws are properly tightened during ass\
embly, the pedestal will not be  strong 
enough to support the Plasma Display, and it might fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may res\
ult.
Ensure that the Plasma Display does not fall over.
• If the Plasma Display is knocked or children climb onto the pedestal wit\
h the Plasma Display installed, the Plasma 
Display may fall over and personal  injury may result.
Two or more people are required to install and remove the Plasma Display. 
• If two or more people are not present, the Plasma Display may be dropped\
, and personal injury may result.
•
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Attaching the Pedestal to the Plasma Display
Assembly screw (4)
(silver)
•XYN5+F18FN
Assembly screw (4)
(black)•THEL062NPole (2)•R:TBLA3689
•L:TBLA3690
Base•TBLX0132
LR
M5 X 18
M5 X 25
ABCD
■Assembling the pedestal
Use the four assembly screw A to fasten the left and 
right poles to the base securely. 
•Make sure that the screws are securely tightened.
•Forcing the assembly screws the wrong way will  strip the threads.
•"L" or "R" mark is stamped on the bottom of the pole.
■Securing the Plasma Display
Use the four assembly screw B to fasten securely. 
•Make sure that the screws are securely tightened.
•Carry out the work on a horizontal and level surface.
AR
D
L
Front
D
B
View from the bottom
Hole for pedestal installation Arrow  mark 
						

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Preparation for Wall-hanging
Accessories
Before mounting the display on the wall, you must remove the pedestal from the display.
Follow the steps below:
1Disconnect all the cables from the display.
2Remove the pedestal.
A Remove the four screws.
B Pull out the pedestal.
Foam mat or thick 
soft cloth
WARNING
• Failure to use a Panasonic bracket or choosing to mount the unit yoursel\
f will be done at the risk of the consumer.
  Any damage resulting from not having a professional installer mount will\
 void your unit’s warranty.
• Always be sure to ask a qualified technician to carry out set-up.
  Incorrect fitting may cause equipment to fall, resulting in injury and p\
roduct damage.
• Do not mount this Plasma display directly below ceiling lights (such as\
 spotlights, floodlights, or halogen lights) which 
typically give off high heat. Doing so may warp or damage plastic cabinet parts.
• Place  the  display  at  a  comfortable  distance  for  viewing. Avoid  placing  it  where  sunlight  or  other  bright  light  (including 
reflections)

	will	fall	on	the	screen.
Use	of	some	types	of	fluorescent	lighting	can	reduce	remote	control	transmitter	range.
Adequate ventilation is essential to prevent an internal component failure. Keep away from areas of excessive heat or 
moisture.
■How to use the pedestal
Adjust the stand to your desired angle.
The stand angle can be rotated 15° to the right / left.
Location
P O W ER
(View from above)
PDP panel side
15
°15°
B
A
A
15°15°