Panasonic Progressive Wide Plasma Display Th 37ph9 Operating Instructions

							High Defi nition Plasma Display
 Pantalla de Plasma de Alta Defi nición 
English
TQB2AA0691
TH-42PS9
TH
-4
2
P
S9
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Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read these instructions completely. 
Please keep this manual for future reference.
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Operating Instructions 
Progressive Wide Plasma Display
Manual de instrucciones 
Pantalla panorámica de plasma progresiva
TH-42PS9UK
TH-37PH9UK
TH-42PH9UK
TH-50PH9UK
Model No.
Número de modelo.
Model No.
Número de modelo. 
						

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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 qualifi ed service personnel.
The lightning flash with 
arrow-head within a triangle 
is in tended to tell the user 
that parts inside the product 
are a risk of electric shock 
to per sons.The exclamation point within 
a triangle is intended to 
tell the user that important 
operating and servicing 
instructions are in the papers 
with the ap pliance.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
WARNING  : To prevent damage which may result in fi re or shock hazard, do not expose this apparatus to rain 
or mois ture.
    Do not place containers with water (fl ower 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 
qualifi ed 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 fi t a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety fea ture.
If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact an electrician.
      Do not defeat the purpose of the grounding plug. 
						

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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 manufacturer’s instructions.
  8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including 
amplifi ers) 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 fi t 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 specifi ed by the manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specifi ed 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 periods of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualifi ed 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 .................................. 3
FCC STATEMENT ...................................................... 5
Safety Precautions ................................................... 6
Maintenance .............................................................. 7
Accessories .............................................................. 8
Accessories Supplied .............................................. 8
Remote Control Batteries ........................................ 8
Connections .............................................................. 9
PC Input Terminals connection .............................. 10
SERIAL Terminals connection ............................... 11
AV & COMPONENT / RGB connection ................. 12
RGB signal (R, G, B) ............................................. 12
Power ON / OFF  ..................................................... 13
Basic Controls ........................................................ 14
On-Screen Menu Displays ..................................... 16
Initial selections ..................................................... 18
Selecting the input signal ...................................... 18
Selecting the On-Screen Menu Language ............ 18
ASPECT Controls ................................................... 19
Adjusting POS. /SIZE ............................................. 20
MULTI PIP ................................................................ 21
Advanced PIP .......................................................... 22
PICTURE Adjustments ........................................... 23
ADVANCED SETTINGS ........................................ 24
SOUND Adjustment ................................................ 25
MUTE .................................................................... 25
Digital Zoom ............................................................ 26
PRESENT TIME SETUP / SET UP TIMER .............. 27
PRESENT TIME SETUP ....................................... 27
SET UP TIMER ..................................................... 28SCREENSAVER (For preventing after-images) ... 29
Setup of SCREENSAVER Time ............................ 30
Reduces screen after-image ................................. 30
SIDE BAR ADJUST ............................................... 31
Reduces power consumption ............................... 32
Customizing the Input labels ................................. 32
SET UP for MULTI DISPLAY ................................... 33
(For TH-42PS9UK)
How to setup MULTI DISPLAY .............................. 33
How to set the Display location number 
for each Plasma Display  ....................................... 34
(For TH-37PH9UK, TH-42PH9UK, TH-50PH9UK) 
How to setup MULTI DISPLAY  ............................. 35
How to set the Display location number 
for each Plasma Display  ....................................... 36
F (SEAM HIDES VIDEO) Setting  ......................... 37
ID Remote Control Function .................................. 37
SET UP for Input Signals ....................................... 38
COMPONENT / RGB IN SELECT ......................... 38
3D Y/C FILTER ...................................................... 38
COLOR SYSTEM / Panasonic AUTO ................... 39
3:2 PULLDOWN / VIDEO NR ................................ 39
SYNC .................................................................... 40
H-FREQ. (kHz) / V-FREQ. (Hz) ............................. 40
Options Adjustments ............................................. 41
Shipping condition ................................................. 44
Troubleshooting ..................................................... 45
VIDEO/COMPONENT/RGB/PC input signals ........ 46
Specifi cations ......................................................... 47 
						

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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 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 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: 
Pursuant to 47CFR, Part 15.21 of the FCC rules, any changes or modifi cations to this monitor not expressly 
approved by Panasonic Corporation of North America could cause harmful interference and would void the 
user’s authority to operate this device.
FCC Declaration of Conformity
Model No. TH-42PS9UK, TH-37PH9UK, TH-42PH9UK, TH-50PH9UK
Responsible Party:  Panasonic Corporation of North America
      One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094
Contact Source:  Panasonic Broadcast & Television Systems Company
   1-800-524-1448
   email: [email protected]
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 permanent after-image to 
remain on the Plasma Display.
Examples of still pictures include logos, video games, computer images, teletext and images displayed in NORMAL mode.
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.
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 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.)
• Speakers .................................................................. TY-SP37P8W-K (TH-37PH9UK),
     TY-SP42P8W-K (TH-42PS9UK, TH-42PH9UK),
     TY-SP50P8W-K (TH-50PH9UK)
• Pedestal .................................................................... TY-ST07-K, TY-ST08-K
• Wall stand ................................................................. TY-ST42PW1
• Mobile stand ............................................................. TY-ST42PF3
• Wall-hanging bracket (vertical) ................................. TY-WK37PV3, TY-WK42PV7
• Wall-hanging bracket (angled) .................................. TY-WK42PR7
• Wall-hanging bracket (drawer type) .......................... TY-WK42DR1
• Ceiling-hanging bracket ............................................ TY-CE42PS7
• BNC Component Video Terminal Board ................... TY-42TM6A
• BNC Composite Video Terminal Board ..................... TY-42TM6B
• BNC Dual Video Terminal Board .............................. TY-FB9BD
• RCA Component Video Terminal Board ................... TY-42TM6Z
• RCA Composite Video Terminal Board ..................... TY-42TM6V
• RGB (Digital) Terminal Board ................................... TY-42TM6D
• RGB Active Through Terminal Board ........................ TY-42TM6G
• PC Input Terminal Board .......................................... TY-42TM6P
• Composite / Component Video Terminal Board ........ TY-42TM6Y
• SDI Terminal Board................................................... TY-FB7SD
• HD-SDI Terminal Board  ........................................... TY-FB7HD, TY-FB9HD
• HDMI Terminal Board ............................................... TY-FB8HM
• Touch Panel .............................................................. TY-TP42P8-S (TH-42PS9UK, TH-42PH9UK),
     TY-TP50P8-S (TH-50PH9UK)
Always be sure to ask a qualifi ed 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.
CAUTION
 When using the Plasma Display
Do not bring your hands, face or objects close to the 
ventilation holes of the Plasma Display.
•  Top of the 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 
Plasma Display.
• Moving the Display with its cables attached might 
damage the cables which, in turn, can cause fi re  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 
fi re. Unplug the cord from the wall outlet and clean it 
with a dry cloth.
This Plasma Display radiates infrared rays, therefore it 
may affect other infrared communication equipment.
Install your infrared sensor in a place away from direct 
or refl ected light from your Plasma Display.
Note:
Do not allow a still picture to be displayed for an extended 
period, as this can cause a permanent after-image to remain 
on the Plasma Display.
Examples of still pictures include logos, video games, 
computer images, teletext and images displayed in 
NORMAL mode. 
						

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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 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 fi ngernails 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 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.
Maintenance
 Setup
Do not place the Plasma Display on sloped or unstable 
surfaces.
•  The Plasma Display may fall off or tip over.
Do not place any objects on top of the Plasma 
Display.
•  If water spills onto the Plasma Display or foreign objects 
get inside it, a short-circuit may occur which could 
result in fi re 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, 
which can cause fire or damage to the 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 2 
3/4” (7 cm) or more at the rear.
 AC Power Supply Cord
The 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 fi re. 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 modifi cations, 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 fi re 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 fi re 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 fi re.  Contact  an 
Authorized Service Center for any repairs that need to be 
made. 
						

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Accessories
Requires two AA batteries.
2. Insert batteries - note correct 
polarity ( + and -).
 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.3. Replace the cover.
Accessories Supplied
Check that you have the Accessories and items shown
Operating
Instruction bookRemote Control 
Transmitter
EUR7636070RBatteries for the 
Remote Control 
Transmitter
(2 × AA Size)
AC cord Fixing bands × 2
Remote Control Batteries
“AA” size
Helpful Hint:
For frequent remote control users, replace old batteries with Alkaline 
batteries for longer life. 1. Pull and hold the hook, then 
open the battery cover.
+
+
- - 
						

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Connections
12
SERIAL PC    IN
AUDIO
SLOT1 SLOT2 SLOT3
VIDEOPR/CR/R PB/CB/BY/GAUDIORLCOMPONENT/RGB INAUDIORLAUDIORLAV  I N BAS VIDEO
1
2
1
2
SPEAKERS
Terminals (R)SPEAKERS
Terminals (L)
– Cable fi xing bands
Secure any excess cables with bands as required. 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.
(Example: TH-42PS9UK)
Speakers (Optional accessories)
Pass the attached cable 
fi xing band through the 
clip as shown in the 
fi gure. To secure cables connected to Terminals, wrap the cable fi xing band around them then 
pass the pointed end through the locking block, as shown in the fi gure.
While ensuring there is suffi cient slack in cables to minimize stress (especially 
in the power cord), fi rmly bind all cables with the supplied fi xing band.
From SERIAL 
Terminal on Computer
(see page 11)From EXTERNAL 
monitor terminal on 
Computer (see page 10)
AC cord connection (see page 13)
Dual Video 
Terminals
(see page 12)
To tighten:To loosen:
Pull
Pull Push the catch
3. Slide up the clamper and fi x 
the AC cord plug securely. 2. Insert the AC cord 
and close the clamper 
securely. 1. Open the clamper.
Clamper
AC cord
Note: The power plug in the illustration may not be the type fi tted to your set.When loosen 
the clamper:
Notes:
•  At factory shipment, Terminal boards are installed in SLOT 2 and SLOT 3. 
•  TH-37PH9UK has two slots only.– AC cord fi xing
4. Insert the point of the 
fi xed clamper into the 
small hole on the lower 
right of 
the back 
cover as 
necessary.
Optional Terminal 
Board Insert Slot 
(covered)COMPONENT/RGB IN
and Audio  IN Terminals
(see page 12) 
						

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Connections
PC Input Terminals connection
Notes:
• Due to space limitations, occasionally you may have trouble connecting Mini D-sub 15P cable with ferrite core to PC 
input Terminal.
• Computer signals which can be input are those with a horizontal scanning frequency of 15 to 110 kHz and vertical scanning 
frequency of 48 to 120 Hz. (However, the image will not be displayed properly if the signals exceed 1,200 lines.)
• The display resolution is a maximum of 640 × 480 dots (TH-42PS9UK), 768 × 720 dots (TH-37PH9UK), 768 × 768 dots 
(TH-42PH9UK),  1,024 × 768 dots (TH-50PH9UK) when the aspect mode is set to “NORMAL”, and 852 × 480 dots 
(TH-42PS9UK), 1,024 × 720 dots (TH-37PH9UK), 1,024 × 768 dots (TH-42PH9UK), 1,366 × 768 dots (TH-50PH9UK) 
when the aspect mode is set to “FULL”. If the display resolution exceeds these maximums, it may not be possible to 
showfi ne detail with suffi cient clarity.
• 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.
• Some PC models cannot be connected to the set.
• There is no need to use an adapter for computers with DOS/V compatible Mini D-sub 15P terminal.
• The computer shown in the illustration is for example purposes only.
• Additional equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this set.
• Do not set the horizontal and vertical scanning frequencies for PC signals which are above or below the specifi ed 
frequency range.
• Component Input is possible with the pin 1, 2, 3 of the D-sub 15P Connector.
Signal Names for Mini D-sub 15P Connector
Pin Layout for PC Input 
Terminal
AUDIO
PC IN
TH-42PS9
COMPUTER
Conversion adapter 
(if necessary)
Mini D-sub 15p
RGB
PC cable
Stereo plug
Audio
Connect a cable which matches
the audio output terminal on the computer.
1 678
39
45
1015 14 13 12 11
2
Pin No.Signal NamePin No.Signal NamePin No.Signal Name
1R (PR/CR)6GND (Ground)11NC (not connected)
2G (Y)7GND (Ground)12SDA
3B (PB/CB)8GND (Ground)13HD/SYNC
4NC (not connected)9NC (not connected)14VD
5GND (Ground)10GND (Ground)15SCL