Panasonic Hd Plasma Display Th 50phw3 Operating Instructions

							High Definition Plasma Display
Operating Instructions
TH-50PHW3
Model No.
TQBC0241
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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.
English 
						

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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 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 electrician.
Do not defeat the purpose of the grounding plug.
The lightning flash with
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 triangle is intended to tell
the user that important
operating and servicing
instructions are in the papers
with the appliance.
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.
WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
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.) 
						

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Important Safety Instructions
  1) Read these instructions.
All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated.
  2) Keep these instructions.
The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
  3) Heed all warnings.
All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
  4) Follow all instructions.
All operating and use instructions should be followed.
  5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
For example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tube, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool,
and the like.
  6) Clean only with dry cloth.
Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a dry cloth for cleaning.
  7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacture’s instructions.
Slots and Openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to
protect it from overheating. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other
similar surface.
  8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.
This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is
provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.
  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.
11) 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.
Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination
to overturn.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
This will prevent damage to the product due to Lightning and power-line surges.
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. 
						

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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.
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.
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)
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 Instructions ....................................... 3
FCC STATEMENT ........................................................... 6
Safety Precautions ......................................................... 7
Accessories .................................................................... 9
Accessories Supplied .................................................... 9
Optional Accessories .................................................... 9
Remote Control Batteries ............................................ 10
Basic Controls .............................................................. 11
Connections ................................................................. 12
How to connect the speakers ...................................... 13
How to connect the AV Input Terminals ...................... 13
How to connect the TUNER Input Terminals ............... 14
How to connect the COMPONENT/RGB Input Terminals ....15
How to connect the PC Input Terminals ...................... 16
How to connect the SERIAL 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 .................. 21ASPECT Controls ......................................................... 22
Adjusting PICTURE POS./SIZE ................................... 24
SOUND Adjustment ..................................................... 26
MUTE .......................................................................... 26
SURROUND Controls ................................................... 27
PICTURE Adjustments ................................................ 28
SET UP for Input Signals ............................................. 30
COMPONENT/RGB IN SELECT ................................ 30
Adjusting unnatural video images
(3D Y/C FILTER) ................................................ 30
COLOR SYSTEM / Panasonic AUTO ......................... 31
[SYNC] ........................................................................ 32
[PULL IN RANGE] ....................................................... 32
[CLAMP POSITION] ................................................... 32
[H-FREQ. (kHz)/V-FREQ. (Hz)] ................................... 32
Troubleshooting ........................................................... 33
Specifications ............................................................... 34 
						

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FCC STATEMENT
FCC STATEMENT
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 of the following 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 radio/TV technician for help.
This device complies with Part 15 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 and possible 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 Matsushita Electric Corporation of America could cause harmful interference and
would void the user’s authority to operate this device.
FCC Declaration of Conformity
Responsible Party: Matsushita Electric Corporation of America
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094
Contact Source: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company
1-888-843-9788
email: [email protected]
CANADIAN NOTICE:
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. 
						

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Safety Precautions
WARNING
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.
Do not place any objects on top of the High Definition Plasma Display.
• If water 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 an Authorized Service Center.
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.
If using the pedestal (optional accessory), leave a space of 3 15/16” (10 cm) or more at the top, left and right, 2 3/8”
(6 cm) or more at the bottom, and 2 3/4” (7 cm) or more at the rear. If using some other setting-up method, leave
a space of 3 
15/16” (10 cm) or more at the top, bottom, left and right, and 3/4” (1.9 cm) or more at the rear.
AC Power Supply Cord
The High Definition Plasma Display is designed to operate on 120 V AC, 50/60 Hz.
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 damages 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 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 or an abnormal odor is detected from the
High Definition 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 High Definition Plasma Display, if the High Definition 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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CAUTION
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.
(All of the following accessories are manufactured by Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.)
• Speakers...................................................
TY-SP50PHD3W
• Pedestal....................................................
TY-ST42PT1U
• Wall stand.................................................
TY-ST42PW1
• Wall-hanging bracket (angled)..................
TY-WK42PR1
Always be sure to ask a qualified technician to carry out set-up.
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.
• Top of High Definition Plasma 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 High Definition Plasma 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.
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.
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, soak a soft, lint-free cloth in a weak detergent solution and then wring the cloth to
remove excess liquid. Use this cloth to wipe the surface of the display panel, 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. 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 a weak detergent solution 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.
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.
Safety Precautions 
						

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PLASMA DISPLAY
INPUT
SURROUND
VOL
NR
PICTURE
SOUNDSET UP
ASPECT PICTURE
POS. /SIZE
OFF TIMER
PC
Accessories
Accessories Supplied
Check that you have the Accessories and items shown   √
Optional Accessories
Operating Instruction book
Warranty
• Speakers
TY-SP50PHD3W• Pedestal
TY-ST42PT1U• Wall stand
TY-ST42PW1
• Wall-hanging bracket
(angled)
TY-WK42PR1• Connecting Cable
TY-SCP15C03
49.2 ft (15 m)
Speaker Wire × 2RCA/BNC
Adapter PlugFerrite core
KRCBC160928B Remote Control Transmitter
EUR646525
Batteries for the Remote
Control Transmitter
(AA(R6) Battery × 2) 
						

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Remote Control Batteries
Requires two AA 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).
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 can cause battery leakage and corrosion that will damage the remote control transmitter.
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.3. Replace the cove and slide in
reverse until the lock snaps.