Model No. TH-42PH20ER Operating Instructions High Definition Plasma Display For more detailed instructions, refer to the Operating Instructions on the CD-ROM. To view the Operating Instructions on the CD-ROM, you need a computer equipped with a CD-ROM drive, and Adobe® Reader® (Version 7.0 or later is recommended) installed on your computer. Depending on the operating system or settings on your computer, the Operating Instructions may not start automatically.
Important Safety Notice WARNING 1) To prevent damage which may result in fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to dripping or splashing. Do not place containers with water (flower vase, cups, cosmetics, etc.) above the set. (including on shelves above, etc.) No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on / above the set. 2) To prevent electric shock, do not remove cover. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
Safety Precautions WARNING Setup 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 Corporation.) • Speakers ...................................................... TY-SP42P8W-K • Pedestal ....................................................... TY-ST20-K • Mobile stand ..................................
Safety Precautions When using the Plasma Display The 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 Plasma Display to overheat, which can cause fire or damage to the Plasma Display. Do not stick any foreign objects into the Plasma Display. • Do not insert any metal or flammable objects into the ventilations holes or drop them onto the Plasma Display, as doing so can cause fire or electric shock.
Safety Precautions CAUTION When using the Plasma Display Do not bring your hands, face or objects close to the ventilation holes of the Plasma Display. • Heated air comes out from the ventilation holes at the top of 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. Be sure to disconnect all cables before moving the Plasma Display.
Accessories Accessories Supply Check that you have the accessories and items shown Operating Instruction book CD-ROM (Operating instructions) Remote Control Transmitter N2QAYB000535 Power supply cord Batteries for the Remote Control Transmitter (R6 (UM3) Size × 2) Clamper × 3 TMME289 Remote Control Batteries Requires two R6 batteries. 1. Pull and hold the hook, then open the battery cover. 2. Insert batteries - note correct polarity ( + and -). 3. Replace the cover.
Connections Speaker connection 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. 1 Speakers (Optional accessories) Red Black While pressing the lever, insert the core wire. 2 Speaker terminal (L) Red Black Return the lever.
Connections Video equipment connection PC IN: PC Input Terminal Connect to video terminal of PC or equipment with Y, PB(CB) and PR(CR) output (see page 10). SLOT:Terminal board (optional accessories) insert slot (see page 3) Note: The right side slot is for terminal board with 2-slot width. The terminal board with 1-slot width does not function when installed in the right side slot.
Connections HDMI connection [Pin assignments and signal names] Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Signal Name Pin No. T.M.D.S Data2+ 11 T.M.D.S Data2 Shield T.M.D.S Data2T.M.D.S Data1+ T.M.D.S Data1 Shield T.M.D.S Data1T.M.D.S Data0+ T.M.D.S Data0 Shield T.M.D.S Data0T.M.D.S Clock+ Signal Name T.M.D.S Clock Shield 12 T.M.D.S Clock- 13 CEC 14 Reserved (N.C.
Connections PC Input Terminals connection (Female) COMPUTER Audio Stereo mini plug (M3) Connect a cable which matches the audio output terminal on the computer. Conversion adapter (if necessary) RGB PC cable Mini D-sub 15p (Male) Notes: • With regard to the typical PC input signals that are described in the applicable input signals list, adjustment values such as for the standard picture positions and sizes have already been stored in this unit.
Connections SERIAL Terminals connection The SERIAL terminal is used when the Plasma Display is controlled by a computer. (Male) COMPUTER 9 5 RS-232C Straight cable 8 4 7 3 6 2 1 Pin layout for SERIAL Terminal (Female) D-sub 9p Notes: • Use the RS-232C straight cable to connect the computer to the Plasma Display. • The computer shown is for example purposes only. • Additional equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this set.
Power On / Off Connecting the AC cord plug to the Plasma Display. Connecting the plug to the Wall Outlet Notes: • Main plug types vary between countries. The power plug shown at right may, therefore, not be the type fitted to your set. • When disconnecting the AC cord, be absolutely sure to disconnect the AC cord plug at the socket outlet first. INPUT MENU -/ VOL +/ ENTER/ Power Indicator Press the Power switch on the Plasma Display to turn the set on: Power-On.
Power On / Off When first switching on the unit Following screen will be displayed when the unit is turned on for the first time. Select the items with the remote control. Unit buttons are invalid. OSD Language English (UK) OSD Language Deutsch 1 Français Select the language. Italiano Español 2 ENGLISH (US) Set. Select Set PRESENT TIME Setup 1 Select “DAY” or “PRESENT TIME”. 2 Setup “DAY” or “PRESENT TIME”.
Selecting the input signal Press to select the input signal to be played back from the equipment which has been connected to the Plasma Display. Input signals will change as follows: PC VIDEO COMPONENT* HDMI DVI PC: PC input terminal in PC IN. VIDEO: Video input terminal in AV IN (VIDEO). COMPONENT*: Component or RGB input terminal in COMPONENT/RGB IN. HDMI: HDMI input terminal in AV IN (HDMI). DVI: DVI input terminal in DVI-D IN.
Basic Controls Main Unit Remote control sensor Volume Adjustment Volume Up “+” Down “–” When the menu screen is displayed: “+” : press to move the cursor up “–” : press to move the cursor down (see page 17) INPUT MENU Main Power On / Off Switch Power Indicator The Power Indicator will light. • Power-OFF .... Indicator not illuminated (The unit will still consume some power as long as the power cord is still inserted into the wall outlet.) • Standby ........ Red Orange (When “Slot power” is set to “On”.
Basic Controls Remote Control Transmitter ACTION button Press to make selections. ASPECT button Press to adjust the aspect. Standby (ON / OFF) button The Plasma Display must first be plugged into the wall outlet and turned on at the power switch (see page 12). Press this button to turn the Plasma Display On, from Standby mode. Press it again to turn the Plasma Display Off to Standby mode. POS. /SIZE button PICTURE button Sound mute On / Off Press this button to mute the sound.
On-Screen Menu Displays Remote Control Unit 1 Display the menu screen. Press several times. MENU Press to select. (Example: Picture menu) 2 Select the item. Select. Picture Normalise Each time the MENU button is pressed, the menu screen will switch. Normal Viewing Picture Sound Pos. /Size Setup Select. Press. Normal Picture Mode Contrast Brightness Colour Hue Sharpness White balance Colour Management Advanced settings Normal 25 0 0 0 5 Normal Off (Example: Picture menu) 3 Set. Set. Set.
On-Screen Menu Displays Overview Note: Menu that cannot be adjusted is grayout. Adjustable menu changes depending on signal, input and menu setting. Pos. /Size Normalise Auto Setup Setup Normal Power save Standby save PC Power management DVI-D Power management Auto power off OSD Language Off RGB Off Off Off Off Off English (UK) Setup Normalise Normal Off PRESENT TIME 0 0 POWER ON Function POWER ON Time POWER OFF Function POWER OFF Time 2.
Specifications TH-42PH20ER 220 - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz Power Source Power Consumption Power on Stand-by condition Power off condition Plasma Display panel 275 W Save off 1.1 W, Save on 0.6 W 0.3 W Drive method : AC type 42-inch, 16:9 aspect ratio 921 mm (W) × 518 mm (H) × 1,057 mm (diagonal) 786,432 (1,024 (W) × 768 (H)) [3,072 × 768 dots] Screen size (No.
Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used Batteries These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and used batteries, please take them to applicable collection points, in accordance with your national legislation and the Directives 2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC.
