Panasonic TH42PH20E User manual

TH-42PH20E
Model No.
Operating Instructions
High Definition Plasma Display
For more detailed instructions, refer to the Operating
Instructions on the CD-ROM.
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you need a computer equipped with a CD-ROM
drive, and Adobe®Reader®(Version 7.0 or later is
recommended) installed on your computer.
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the Operating Instructions may not start automatically.
In this case, open the PDF file under the “MANUAL” folder
manually to view the instructions.
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English
Contents
•Important Safety Notice ..................................2
•Safety Precautions .........................................3
•Accessories.....................................................6
•Connections....................................................7
•Power On / Off..............................................12
•Selecting the input signal..............................14
•Basic Controls...............................................15
•On-Screen Menu Displays............................17
•Specifications................................................19
Please read these instructions before operating your set
and retain them for future reference.

2
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.
3) 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.
4) To prevent electric shock, ensure the earthing pin on the AC cord power plug is securely connected.
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.
Trademark Credits
• VGA is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
• Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Inc., USA.
• SVGA, XGA, SXGA and UXGA 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 in the United States and other countries.
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.
IMPORTANT: THE MOULDED PLUG
IMPORTANT: THE MOULDED PLUG
FOR YOUR SAFETY, PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY.
This display is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 10 amp fuse is
fitted in this plug. Shall the fuse need to be replaced, please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 10
amps and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.
Check for the ASTA mark
ASA
or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse.
If the plug contains a removable fuse cover, you must ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced.
If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained.
A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local Panasonic dealer.
Do not cut off the mains plug.
Do not use any other type of mains lead except the one supplied with this display.
The supplied mains lead and moulded plug are designed to be used with this display to avoid
interference and for your safety.
If the socket outlet in your home is not suitable, get it changed by a qualified electrician.
If the plug or mains lead becomes damaged, purchase a replacement from an authorized dealer.
WARNING : — THIS DISPLAY MUST BE EARTHED.
How to replace the fuse. Open the fuse compartment with a screwdriver and replace the fuse.

3
Safety Precautions
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.
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 is 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 your local Panasonic
dealer.
Transport only in upright position!
• Transporting the unit with its display panel facing upright or downward may cause damage to the internal
circuitry.
Ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items such as newspapers, table
cloths and curtains.
For sufficient ventilation;
If using the pedestal (optional accessory), leave a space of 10 cm or more at the top, left and right, and 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. (If there is no specific indication of installation
dimension in the installation manual, leave a space of 10 cm or more at the top, bottom, left and right, and 7 cm
or more at the rear.)
When installing the Plasma Display vertically;
Turn up the power switch for the upward direction when you install the Plasma Display vertically.
And set “Display orientation” to “Portrait” in Setup menu.
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................................................. TY-ST58PF20
• Wall-hanging bracket (vertical)..................... TY-WK42PV20
• Wall-hanging bracket (angled) ..................... TY-WK42PR20
• Ceiling-hanging bracket ............................... TY-CE42PS20
• BNC Dual Video Terminal Board .................. TY-FB9BD
• HD-SDI Terminal Board with audio .............. TY-FB10HD
• Dual HDMI Terminal Board .......................... TY-FB10HMD
• Ir Through Terminal Board............................ TY-FB9RT
• DVI-D Terminal Board .................................. TY-FB11DD
• AV Terminal Box ........................................... TY-TB10AV
• Touch Panel ................................................. TY-TP42P10S

4
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.
Do not remove the cover or modify it in any way.
• High voltages which can cause severe electric shocks are present inside the Plasma Display. For any inspection,
adjustment and repair work, please contact your local Panasonic dealer.
Ensure that the mains plug is easily accessible.
An apparatus with CLASS I construction shall be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.
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 supply 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 is loose, they shall not be used.
Do not handle the power supply plug with wet hands.
• Doing so may cause electric shocks.
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.
If the Plasma Display is not going to be used for any prolonged length of time, unplug the power supply plug
from the wall outlet.
To prevent the spread of fire, keep candles or other open flames away from this product at all times.
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 Plasma Display, immediately unplug the power supply plug from the wall outlet.
• If you continue to use the 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 Plasma Display yourself is extremely dangerous, and shall never be done.
If water or foreign objects get inside the Plasma Display, if the Plasma Display is dropped, or if the cabinet
becomes damages, disconnect the power supply plug immediately.
• A short circuit may occur, which could cause fire. Contact your local Panasonic dealer for any repairs that need to be made.

5
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.
• If the Plasma Display is moved while some of the cables are still connected, the cables may become damaged,
and fire or electric shock could result.
Disconnect the power supply plug from the wall socket 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 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.
Do not burn or breakup batteries.
• Batteries must not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
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 reflected light from your Plasma Display.
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 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 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.

+
-
+
-
Accessories Supply
Accessories
Power supply cord Clamper × 3
TMME289
Batteries for the Remote
Control Transmitter
(R6 (UM3) Size × 2)
Remote Control
Transmitter
N2QAYB000535
Operating Instruction book
Check that you have the accessories and items shown
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.
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.
Disposal of batteries should be in an environment-friendly manner.
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.
6. Do not burn or breakup batteries.
Batteries must not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
“R6 (UM3)” size
CD-ROM
(Operating
instructions)
6

1 2
1
2
Plug the AC cord into the display unit.
Plug the AC cord until it clicks.
Note:
Make sure that the AC cord is locked on
both the left and right sides.
Connections
Speaker
terminal (R)
Speaker
terminal (L)
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.
AC cord connection (see page 12)
Speakers (Optional accessories)
AC cord fixing
Unplug the AC cord
Unplug the AC cord pressing the
two knobs.
Note:
When disconnecting the AC cord, be
absolutely sure to disconnect the AC
cord plug at the socket outlet first.
Using the clamper
Secure any excess cables with clamper as required.
When using the Wall-hanging bracket (vertical)
Note:
When using the Wall-hanging bracket (vertical)(TY-WK42PV20), use the holes and to
secure the cables. If the clamper is used on the hole , the cables may be caught by the
wall-hanging bracket.
AC cord connection and fixing, cable fixing
Red
Black
Red
Black
While pressing the lever,
insert the core wire.
Return the lever.
Attach the clamper To remove from the unit:
Keep
pushing both
side snaps
hole
Bundle the cables
snaps
hooks
Set the
tip in the
hooks
To loosen:
Keep
pushing
the knob
knob
Insert the clamper
in a hole.
7
Speaker connection

VIDEO and COMPONENT / RGB IN connection
,Y, PB, PR
OUT
PR
PB
Y
AUDIO
OUT
R
L
VIDEO
OUT
AUDIO
OUT
R
L
Notes:
• Change the “Component/RGB -in select” setting in the “Setup”
menu to “Component” (when Component signal connection) or
“RGB” (when RGB signal connection).)
• Accepts only RGB signals with “Sync on G”.
RCA-BNC
adapter plug
RCA-BNC
adapter plug
DVD Player
VCR
Computer RGB Camcorder
Note:
Additional equipment, cables and adapter plugs shown are not supplied with this set.
8
Connections
Video equipment connection
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.
AV IN (VIDEO): Composite Video Input Terminal (see below)
COMPONENT/RGB IN: Component/RGB Video Input Terminal
(see below)
AV IN (HDMI): HDMI Input Terminal (see page 9)
DVI-D IN: DVI-D Input Terminal (see page 9)
Connect to video equipment such as VCR or DVD player.
PC IN: PC Input Terminal
Connect to video terminal
of PC or equipment with
Y, P B(CB) and PR(CR)
output (see page 10).
SERIAL: Control the
Plasma Display
by connecting
to PC (see
page 11)
Terminals are on the bottom side of the Plasma Display.

9
HDMI connection
DVI-D IN connection
[Pin assignments and signal names]
19
31
42
18
Note:
Additional equipment and HDMI cable shown are not supplied with this set.
Pin No. Signal Name Pin No. Signal Name
1T.M.D.S Data2+ 11
T.M.D.S Clock
Shield
2T.M.D.S Data2
Shield
12
T.M.D.S Clock-
3T.M.D.S Data2- 13
CEC
4T.M.D.S Data1+
14
Reserved
(N.C. on device)
5T.M.D.S Data1
Shield
6T.M.D.S Data1-
15
SCL
7T.M.D.S Data0+ 16
SDA
8T.M.D.S Data0
Shield
17
DDC/CEC
Ground
9T.M.D.S Data0- 18
+5V Power
10
T.M.D.S Clock+
19
Hot Plug Detect
HDMI
AV OUT
DVD player
HDMI cable
Stereo mini plug (M3)
DVI-video cable (Within 5 m)
PC with DVI-D
video out
Pin No. Signal Name Pin No. Signal Name
1T.M.D.S. data 2- 13
2T.M.D.S. data 2+ 14
+5 V DC
3T.M.D.S. data 2 shield 15
Ground
4 16
Hot plug detect
5 17
T.M.D.S. data 0-
6DDC clock 18
T.M.D.S. data 0+
7DDC data 19
T.M.D.S. data 0 shield
8 20
9T.M.D.S. data 1- 21
10
T.M.D.S. data 1+
22
T.M.D.S. clock shield
11
T.M.D.S. data 1 shield
23
T.M.D.S. clock+
12 24
T.M.D.S. clock-
Notes:
• Additional equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this set.
• Use the DVI-D cable complying with the DVI standard. Image deterioration may occur depending on the length or
the quality of the cable.
DVI-D Input Connector
Pin Layouts
Connection port view
9
8
1
17 24
16
Connections

1
678
3
9
45
10
1514131211
2
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. You can add up to eight PC input signal
types that are not included in the list.
• 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 768 × 768 dots when the aspect mode is set to “4:3”, and 1,024 × 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.
• The PC input terminals are DDC2B-compatible. If the computer being connected is not DDC2B-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 specified
frequency range.
• Component Input is possible with the pin 1, 2, 3 of the Mini D-sub 15P Connector.
• To use sync input VBS signals, use the connector which incorporates a 75-ohm termination resistance and which is
available on the market, for the connection of the HD connector where the VBS signals are to be input.
• Change the “Component/RGB-in select” setting in the “Setup” menu to “Component”
(when Component signal connection) or “RGB” (when RGB signal connection).
Signal Names for Mini D-sub 15P Connector
Pin Layout for PC Input
Terminal
PC Input Terminals connection
Conversion adapter
(if necessary) Mini D-sub 15p
RGB
PC cable
Stereo mini plug (M3)
Audio
Connect a cable which matches
the audio output terminal on the computer.
Pin No. Signal Name Pin No. Signal Name Pin No. Signal Name
1R (PR/CR)6GND (Ground) 11
NC (not connected)
2G (Y) 7GND (Ground) 12
SDA
3B (PB/CB)8GND (Ground) 13
HD/SYNC
4NC (not connected) 9+5 V DC 14
VD
5GND (Ground) 10
GND (Ground)
15
SCL
(Male)
(Female)
10
COMPUTER
Connections

6789
13452
11
SERIAL Terminals connection
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.
The SERIAL terminal conforms to the RS-232C interface
specification, so that the 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 programming language software. Refer to the
documentation for the computer application for details.
The SERIAL terminal is used when the Plasma Display is controlled by a computer.
Pin layout for SERIAL Terminal
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 P1 P2 P3 P4: P5 ETX
Start
(02h)
3-character
command (3 bytes)
Colon Parameter(s)
(1 - 5 bytes)
End
(03h)
Notes:
• 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.
• If an incorrect command is sent by mistake, this unit will
send an “ER401” command back to the computer.
• S1A and S1B of Command IMS are available only when
a dual input terminal board is attached.
COMPUTER
RS-232C Straight cable
D-sub 9p
Communication parameters
Signal level RS-232C compliant
Synchronization method Asynchronous
Baud rate 9600 bps
Parity None
Character length 8 bits
Stop bit 1 bit
Flow control -
Signal names for D-sub 9P connector
Pin No. Details
2R X D
3T X D
5GND
4•6Non use
7
8(Shorted in this set)
1•9NC
These signal names are those of computer specifications.
Connections
Command
Command Parameter Control details
PON None Power ON
POF None Power OFF
AVL ** Volume 00 - 63
AMT 0 Audio MUTE OFF
1 Audio MUTE ON
IMS None
SL1
S1A
S1B
VD1
YP1
HM1
DV1
PC1
Input select (toggle)
SLOT input (SLOT INPUT)
SLOT input (SLOT INPUT A)
SLOT input (SLOT INPUT B)
VIDEO input (VIDEO)
COMPONENT/RGB IN input
(COMPONENT)
HDMI input (HDMI)
DVI-D IN input (DVI)
PC IN input (PC)
DAM None
ZOOM
FULL
JUST
NORM
ZOM2
ZOM3
SJST
SNOM
SFUL
14:9
Screen mode select (toggle)
Zoom1
(For Video/SD/PC signal)
16:9
Just (For Video/SD signal)
4:3 (For Video/SD/PC signal)
Zoom2 (For HD signal)
Zoom3 (For HD signal)
Just (For HD signal)
4:3 (For HD signal)
4:3 Full (For HD signal)
14:9
With the power off, this display responds to PON command
only.
(Male)
(Female)

INPUT MENU ENTER/ + /VOL - /
12
Power On / Off
Press the button on the remote control to turn the Plasma Display off.
Power Indicator: Red (standby)
Press the button on the remote control to turn the Plasma Display on.
Power Indicator: Green
Turn the power to the Plasma Display off by pressing the switch on the
unit, when the Plasma Display is on or in standby mode.
Note:
During operation of the power management function, the power indicator turns
orange in the power off state.
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.
Press the Power switch on the Plasma Display to
turn the set on: Power-On.
Power Indicator: Green
Power Indicator
Remote Control Sensor
Connecting the AC cord plug to the Plasma Display.

PC
16:9
NANODRIFT
Italiano
Español
ENGLISH (US)
English (UK)
Deutsch
Français
OSD Language
SetSelect
PRESENT TIME Setup
PRESENT TIME MON 99:99
Set
PRESENT TIME 99:99
DAY MON
PRESENT TIME Setup
PRESENT TIME MON 99:99
Set
PRESENT TIME 10:00
DAY TUE
Landscape
Portrait
Display orientation
13
From the second time on, the below screen is displayed for a while (setting condition is an example).
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
PRESENT TIME Setup
Display orientation
1Select the language.
2Set.
1Select “DAY” or “PRESENT TIME”.
2Setup “DAY” or “PRESENT TIME”.
1For vertical installation, select “Portrait”.
2Set.
Notes:
• Once the items are set, the screens won't be displayed when switching on the unit next time.
• After the setting, the items can be changed in the following menus.
OSD Language
PRESENT TIME Setup
Display orientation
1Select “Set”.
2Set.

INPUT MENU ENTER/+/VOL - /
INPUT MENU ENTER/ + /VOL - /
14
Selecting the input signal
Notes:
• Selecting is also possible by pressing the INPUT button on the unit.
• Outputs the sound as set in “Audio input select” in the Options menu.
• Select to match the signals from the source connected to the component/RGB input
terminals.
• Image retention (image lag) may occur on the plasma display panel when a still picture
is kept on the panel for an extended period. The function that darkens the screen
slightly is activated to prevent image retention, but this function is not the perfect
solution to image retention.
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 COMPONENT* DVIHDMIVIDEO
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.
* “COMPONENT” may be displayed as “RGB” depending on the setting of
“Component/RGB-in select”.
When an optional Terminal Board is installed:
PC VIDEO HDMI DVICOMPONENTSLOT INPUT
SLOT INPUT: Input terminal in Terminal Board
Note:
When a Terminal Board incompatible with the Plasma Display is installed,
“Non-Compatible Function Board” is displayed.
When a Terminal Board with dual input terminals is installed:
PC VIDEO HDMI DVICOMPONENTSLOT INPUT A SLOT INPUT B
SLOT INPUT A, SLOT INPUT B: Dual input terminal in Terminal Board

15
INPUT MENU ENTER/ + /VOL - /
Basic Controls
Main Unit
MENU Screen ON / OFF
Each time the MENU button is pressed, the menu
screen will switch. (see page 17)
Normal Viewing Picture
Sound Pos. /Size Setup
INPUT button
(INPUT signal selection)
(see page 14)
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)
Enter / Aspect button
(see page 17)
Remote control sensor
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”.)
Orange (Depending on the type of
the function board installed, when
the power is supplied to the slot)
• Power-ON...... Green
• PC Power management (DPMS)
.........................Orange (With PC input signal.)
• DVI-D Power management
.........................Orange (With RGB input signal.)

Off timer 90
1
2
3
4
PC
10:00
4:3
COMPONENT
NA NODRIFT
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Basic Controls
Remote Control Transmitter
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.
ACTION button
Press to make selections.
ASPECT button
Press to adjust the aspect.
POS. /SIZE button
PICTURE button
Sound mute On / Off
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.
N button
POSITION buttons
INPUT button
Press to select Input signal
sequentially. (see page 14)
Digital Zoom
AUTO SETUP button
Automatically adjusts the position/
size of the screen.
SET UP button
SOUND button
Volume Adjustment
Press the Volume Up “+” or Down “–”
button to increase or decrease the
sound volume level.
R button (see page 17)
Press the R button to return to
previous menu screen.
OFF TIMER button
The Plasma Display can 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
0
90
When three minutes remain, “Off timer 3” will
flash.
The off timer is cancelled if a power interruption
occurs.
RECALL button
Press the “RECALL” button to display
the current system status.
1
Input label
2
Aspect mode
Audio input
NANODRIFT Saver operating
3
Off timer
The off timer indicator is
displayed only when the off
timer has been set.
4
Clock display

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On-Screen Menu Displays
Remote Control Unit
1Display the menu screen.
Press to select.
(Example: Picture menu)
MENU
Press several times.
Each time the MENU button is pressed, the
menu screen will switch.
Normal Viewing Picture
Sound Pos. /Size Setup
2Select the item.
25
0
0
0
5
Picture
Normal
Normalise
Normal
Brightness
Sharpness
Picture Mode
Colour
Contrast
Hue
Colour Management
Advanced settings
White balance Normal
Off
(Example: Picture menu)
Select. Select.
Press.
3Set. Set. Set.
Press.
4Exit the menu.
Press.
Press to return to the previous menu.
MENU
Press several times.

18
0
Normal
Normalise
Auto Setup
Pos. /Size
V-Pos
0
H-Pos
V-Size
Dot Clock
H-Size
Clock Phase
0
Clamp Position
Over scan Off
0
0
0
0
1/2
Signal
Screensaver
Extended life settings
Input label
Off
Standby save Off
PC Power management Off
DVI-D Power management
Off
Auto power off Off
OSD Language English (UK)
Component/RGB-in select
RGB
Power save
Setup
2/2Setup
MULTI DISPLAY Setup
Set up TIMER
PRESENT TIME Setup
Display orientation Landscape
Screensaver
Start
Function Scrolling bar only
Mode Off
PRESENT TIME 99:99
Express settings
Custom settings
Reset
Extended life settings
SLOT INPUT
VIDEO
Input label
COMPONENT
HDMI
DVI
PC
SLOT INPUT
VIDEO
COMPONENT
HDMI
DVI
PC
3D Y/C Filter (NTSC)
Colour system
Signal
Cinema reality
[ AV ]
Noise reduction
On
Auto
Off
Off
Overview
Note: Menu that cannot be adjusted is grayout. Adjustable menu changes depending on signal, input and menu setting.
On-Screen Menu Displays
25
0
0
0
5
Picture
Normal
Normalise
Normal
Brightness
Sharpness
Picture Mode
Colour
Contrast
Hue
Colour Management
Advanced settings
White balance Normal
Off
MULTI DISPLAY Setup Off
Horizontal Scale × 2
Vertical Scale × 2
Seam hides video Off
Location A1
AI-synchronization Off
MULTI DISPLAY Setup
Set up TIMER
POWER OFF Function
POWER OFF Time
POWER ON Time
POWER ON Function Off
0:00
Off
0:00
PRESENT TIME 99:99
PRESENT TIME Setup
Set
PRESENT TIME 99:99
DAY MON
PRESENT TIME MON 99:99
2/2
Sound Out
Left Channel
Right Channel
Channel 1
Channel 1
Off
Level Meter Off
SDI Sound Output
Sound
Normal
Normalise
Normal
0
0
0
Treble
Sound Mode
Balance
Bass
1/2
Black extension
AGC
Gamma
Input level
Advanced settings
Normal
Normalise
W/B Low B
W/B High R
W/B Low R
W/B Low G
W/B High G
W/B High B
0
0
2.2
0
0
0
0
0
0
Off

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Specifications
Notes:
• Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Mass and dimensions shown are approximate.
• This equipment complies with the EMC standards listed below.
EN55022, EN55024, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3.
TH-42PH20E
Power Source 220 - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption
Power on 275 W
Stand-by condition Save off 1.1 W, Save on 0.6 W
Power off condition 0.3 W
Plasma Display panel Drive method : AC type
42-inch, 16:9 aspect ratio
Screen size 921 mm (W) × 518 mm (H)
× 1,057 mm (diagonal)
(No.of pixels) 786,432 (1,024 (W) × 768 (H))
[3,072 × 768 dots]
Operating condition
Temperature 0 °C - 40 °C
Humidity 20 % - 80 %
Applicable signals
Colour System NTSC, PAL, PAL60, SECAM, Modified NTSC
Scanning format 525 (480) / 60i · 60p, 625 (575) / 50i · 50p, 750 (720) / 60p · 50p, 1125 (1080) / 60i · 60p · 50i ·
50p · 24p · 25p · 30p · 24sF, 1250 (1080) / 50i
PC signals VGA, SVGA, XGA
SXGA, UXGA ···· (compressed)
Horizontal scanning frequency 15 - 110 kHz
Vertical scanning frequency 48 - 120 Hz
Connection terminals
AV IN VIDEO
AUDIO L-R
BNC
RCA Pin jack × 2
1.0 Vp-p (75 Ω)
0.5 Vrms
HDMI TYPE A Connector
COMPONENT/RGB IN
Y/G
PB/CB/B
PR/CR/R
AUDIO L-R
BNC
BNC
BNC
RCA Pin jack × 2
with sync 1.0 Vp-p (75 Ω)
0.7 Vp-p (75 Ω)
0.7 Vp-p (75 Ω)
0.5 Vrms
DVI-D IN
AUDIO
DVI-D 24 Pin
Content Protection
Stereo mini jack (M3) × 1
Compliance with DVI Revision 1.0
Compatible with HDCP 1.1
0.5 Vrms
PC IN
AUDIO
High-Density Mini D-sub 15 Pin
VBS (use HD port)
Stereo mini jack (M3) × 1
Y or G with sync 1.0 Vp-p (75 Ω)
Y or G without sync 0.7 Vp-p (75 Ω)
PB/CB/B: 0.7 Vp-p (75 Ω)
PR/CR/R: 0.7 Vp-p (75 Ω)
HD/VD: 1.0 - 5.0 Vp-p (high impedance)
with picture 1.0 Vp-p (high impedance)
without picture 0.3 Vp-p (high impedance)
0.5 Vrms
SERIAL External Control Terminal
D-sub 9 Pin RS-232C compatible
EXT SP Speaker Terminal 6 Ω, 16 W [8 W + 8 W] (10 % THD)
Dimensions (W × H × D) 1,020 mm × 610 mm × 89 mm
Mass (weight)
main unit only approx. 25.0 kg net
with speakers approx. 29.0 kg

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